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"On the low, this is that spot when you want a good ratio of cost to amount of food. Colombian and Cuban food here. I like it better than some of the Cuban spots in Center City because the only concern when it comes to plating is fitting everything on it. Don't miss their various tropical fruit nectars and juices. Morirsonando is my personal favorite. Good churrasco steaks. Those that eat pork, get the arroz con chorizo. yummy. tostones with their special garlic sauce? fantastico. One of my top 5 fav places to eat in the city! It's in the hood, but don't be scurred. Park in the Rite Aid lot across the street (they have an agreement)",
"this is one of my favorite places in philly. i've been here several times and the food is consistently delicious. it's very reasonably priced, considering the huge portions. everything i've ordered there is perfect and they make the best mojitos i've ever had. my mouth is watering as i type. \n\nservice is efficient and friendly, and it helps if you speak spanish. i love this restaurant!!!",
"This is the original restaurant that inspired Mixto down in center city. Even if it is out in North/Northeast Philly, it is worth the trip! So much better and more affordable than Mixto with food that is fresh and authentic (enforced by the many Colombians who visit the restaurant). \n\nGo for lunch when the service is quicker and the crowds are smaller (and it is light outside... bc the neighborhood is not the best). The Bandeja Tipica comes with a chicharones (deep fried fatty short ribs - 4 pieces) with an arepa (corn cake with cheese) and a huge platter with a steak topped with 2 eggs, rice, beans, plantains, and avocado. Top it off with the home-made salsa and you have a meal for two that costs $11.",
"Damn! One word to describe this place. Damn good, damn cheap and Damn! Where are we?\n\nLocation is not the best but this place is a gem. I cruised by for dinner one night with la familia. Getting there wasn't bad from center city. Took Roosevelt boulevard there, and it was basically 'sorta' right off the highway. The neighborhood looks a little rough, especially at night. But lemme tell you, there were people in there that looked like they were straight off Wisteria Lane. So don't let a little hood scare ya. Hood is a relative term anyway!\n\nThe place is huge, you can't miss it at night since it has a border of neon lighting on top of the roof. Getting inside you notice tons of tables, two sides to the place. Great for large groups. We got seated quickly, which was tops. \n\nFrom then on, service was sorta slow. But I gave them some slack, since the place was hopping. \n\nThe menu was extensive to say the least. There is a section for Cuban and Colombian food. Good description of the dishes. We ordered to start: crab empanada (deepfried dough filled with crab meat), Plantain stuffed with mozzarella cheese and Mofongo with shrimp (crushed fried green plantains with garlic). These were excellent. The mofongo was one of the best I've had before. The appetizers are large, so share and pace yourself.\n\nOur meal: Masa de cerdo (cubes of pork with cassava, Cuban tamale, plantains and black rice). The pork was very tender, delicious, but on the saltier side. The overall dish was excellent but the rice was the best part. I think I finished the rice before the rest. It's sorta like the Jamaican rice and peas my mom makes. \n\nThe rest of the meals were, a whole fish fried and garnished with veggies and avocado. Also garlic shrimp with plantains and rice. \n\nThe food was so good, and so much, it was insane. A few times in the meal I said I was full, but ended up finishing it since it was that good.\n\nTo top it off, I had a Cafe con leche and flan. I am a big lover and critic of flan, and this was a little lacking. But hey, I was already full and so it wasn't anything. \n\nThere is a dance club, upstairs and so things can get a bit loud on certain nights. On the bright side, you can eat and then go dance it off.\n\nThe whole vibe of the place is a social, loud, gastronomic delight. Many returns are in store for the future!",
"I love this place! This is where I went to seek comfort in the madness that is medical school. The entrees are big, and the dishes come with huge portions of plantains and rice and beans. My go-to item was the cajun shrimp with yellow rice, it was totally worth the sketchy parking in north philly. Mixto is considered to be the upscale version of Tierra Columbiana, but I've been there to, and it really doesn't compare (except in price).",
"Don't get me wrong: I love this place. But I can't imagine giving it 5 stars. \n\nFor someone coming from the western suburbs this is a slightly challenging place to get to (I've never managed to get off the Boulevard at the right place). The neighborhood isn't the greatest, but it is definitely improving. When I first was introduced about 5 years ago the parking lot across the street was just that: a lot. No pavement, no nothing. Just dirt and a pulled down chain-link fence. Since then a brand-spanking new pharmacy (walgreens, I think) was put in and, thankfully, a wonderful, huge parking lot facing Tierra Colombiana was put in. In addition, I think Tierra Colombiana put a little money into their facade.\n\nThe food is pretty good. As others have noted, big portions. The bandeja tipica, basically a breakfast platter, is enough for 2 or 3--though I know a certain colombiana who can polish it off and want seconds.\n\nThe appetizers could be a little more diverse. If you order a picada you'll basically be getting a \"pupu platter\" version of everything. For a fan of the argentine version of a picada, it's a bit disappointing. But the chef is already covering cuban and colombian cuisine, so I think it's fair that he not have to include tierra del fuego into his gastronomic geography.\n\nThe paella came suggested by the waitress (who was very nice and very attentive) but when asked if she could not include mussels in the dish she let on that it comes from a pre-made bag. Once the paella was served that much became obvious. Though it was generously adorned with chorizo (a personal favorite), the paella lacked the toasty-ness one expects.\n\nThe churrasco argentino and colombiano are both pretty good.\n\nThey make a very tasty white wine sangria and are willing to whip up whatever kind of liquado you might desire.\n\nThe upstairs is home to a latin dance club. I haven't had the opportunity to check it out, but if you push the envelope on closing time downstairs you'll end up hearing the music anyway.",
"Everything I have had on the menu has been delicious. I am looking forward to trying their breakfast...I heard it's spectacular. The portions here are huge and very tasty. Their coffee is to die for but most of all their churasco steak is incredible...whether it be Ecuadorian, Argentinian or Cuban...yum",
"So I've been hearing about this place a lot, and usually everyone has good....no, great things to say about it. I went there with high hopes and plantains dreams. \n\nI was told to try the Chursasco Argentina, and we also got the Chursaco Columbian (per the waiter's suggestion when I said I was in a meat mood). For both dishes we got yellow rice, red beans and plantains. The Churasco Columbian was too dry and over cooked, even though I asked for Medium. The Argentina was ok, but nothing to rave about. The side dishes were good, but there are a lot of other places if you just want good sides. For dessert we tried the Tres Leches cake and it was a bit too sweet for my taste. In all fairness, I'm just not that big on desserts so don't take my word for it. \n\nUltimately, I didn't think it lived up to the hype, but that could be because I went in expecting too much or I just ordered the wrong things. I will say though that I like the place enough to come back and keep trying. The prices and portions are good, and the service is friendly. So if anyone can recommend other things to try, I'm open to suggestions.",
"Just to say that I would move to philladelphia just to be close to this restaurant!.\n\nWhen I use to study at edison Highschool I use to go here with my sister like every 2 weeks and i absolutly loved it!.... \nFor my birthday all i wanted as a gift was to go to this place.\nim dying to go back to philly just to go to this restaurant.\n\n\nThe enviroment is great. The service is super! And was the place it self is so traditional. It makes me feel like if i just took a flight to colombia it self.\n\nWhen i go i always order arroz con pollo with selvesa. thats rice with chicken cooked with a hint of beer. \n\nOnce I went & there was the cutest most buffed waiters serving me and my sister the food. && they was so nice to us! We even got a special dish on the house.( Come on!! im a sweet heart! lol)\n\nI would so recomend this place to anybody. \nthis place is a MUST!!!\n\nIts approved by Catherine Galan \nthe pickiest critict yet known :)",
"I use to go here alot as a kid for breakfast. Their bread was always my favorite part. I've only been here for dinner a couple of times (maybe 2). Althought the food is good, I never thought it was amazing, maybe because I have spanish food on a regular basis. The service is pretty slow and the hardest part is probably trying to find parking on 5th street."
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"The food was really, really good - I had the eggroll bun (vermicelli noodles, greens, pickled carrots & onion, crushed peanuts, and a fish-sauce based dressing), and my friend got the classic banh mi (roasted pork, pickled cucumber, onion, carrots, and cilantro). They were both fantastic. My friend said that the bread on her sandwich wasn't as good as some other local Vietnamese restaurants (Pho Tau Bay, specifically), but that she really enjoyed it. And my bun was excellent!! Super fresh ingredients, large portion, and very flavorful!\n\nI also ordered (well, tried to order) a bubble tea, but ended up with some kind of slushy drink. It was super delicious, but also super expensive! I'm not sure if this was the result of some kind of miscommunication, or if the price for the drink posted was different than what the woman rang up for me. Also, the system for calling out to-go order is a little strange. When you order, you give them your name. But when my order came out, instead of calling my name, the woman went around to all of the other FOH workers asking, \"Who is Jenny?\" I was finally able to flag her down, but it made me wonder - if I hadn't been paying attention, how long would it have taken for them to find me? \n\nLike any other new business, I think Rolls N Bowls is still trying to figure some things out. Even though I had to wait awhile for my to-go order, the food was really excellent & I will definitely be back!",
"Once this place works out all the new restaurant kinks, it may become my \"go to\" lunch place during the week. \nWatermelon tea was awesome and refreshing. Ordered it as bubble tea, but came out with no tapioca beads. I think you need to specifically ask for them to add it. No biggie b/c it was really freaking good. \nGrilled Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi was tasty. I would order it again (but I also want to try everything else on the menu!) \nCoworker liked her steak pho. \nIs it the best Vietnamese in the city - no, but if you are in the area, I would definitely give it a try!",
"Best Vietnamese restaurant this side of Saigon. Vietnamese owner, cooks and staff bring you authentic dishes, cooked to order. Have taken many out of town visitors there, some who have never tried Vietnamese foods and all are highly impressed with the freshness and flavors. The Pho dishes are hearty, any of the bun dishes will satisfy you as well as the spring rolls. Going to be one of my new favorite lunch spots!",
"I think I may have just found myself a new pho spot. It takes a lot for me to commit to a Vietnamese restaurant because this city has a plethora of them. They sealed the deal when I asked for spicy and they truly brought it. Woohoo",
"Ok.. where do I start. \n I honestly did enjoy my Veggie soup, the price was even fair for the place and location... I think they did a great job considering it was a quiznos. The lights and colors are great.. .hence the 1 star \n MY ISSUE HOWEVER, is that when i walked in, I looked at the menu and , just as anyone else would, asked some questions. They were all answered promptly, up until I asked if my soup had\n A. any stock other than vegetables.\nB. any MSG.\n\n\nThat was the root of my issue with this place, the girl at the counter was a bit hesistant to tell me anything or the details about my soup so it seems like another girl that works there or maybe it was even her manager, but a pretty lady with radiant red hair (which is kind of rare to see on an asian woman) quickly butted in and said, and I quote \"No, it doesnt have any MSG sir, and its made only with vegetables\" \n\nSo... Cool. I'll have it. \nWow, this soup is full of flavor, i love it!.\nThere's some kind of pork cracklin in it....ok, i'll spit it out, it's just one, must have been a mistake, Im not a baby about these things.\n\n\nIt had msg. Not cool. However, Im willing to give it another shot.",
"Love Love Love this new Vietnamese place on Metairie Road. Service is great and the food is delicious as well. You gotta try their Bubble Tea and Thai Tea and I always ask for extra tapioca and I must say I've been to a lot of Thai and Vietnamese restaurant and their Thai Tea is the best I've had so far. I'll be going here more often now since it's close to where I live. Btw you gotta try their Vermicelli noodle bowls and Pho soup bowls. So delish and you can always ask them to remove the MSG before hand if your allergic to MSG but hey MSG is pretty much used in every food that's being sold out there so as long you don't put too much it's all good. Definitely will recommend this new Vietnamese place to my friends. Can't wait to go back again. YUMMOOO!!!",
"My first thought was: Hooray! Another East Bank noodle spot even closer to my house!. \n\nSadly, the food was just good, not great. It's more of a Asian-Food-For-White-Folks kind of place. The decor was a little too cutesy, the staff a little confused. The temperature was too cold and the music too techno. Next time I am going to call in a take-out order.\n\nFirst thing I noticed, after the freezing cold and blasting dance tunes, is that the ordering station is oddly situated in the far back with no sign telling you where to go, and the ordering menu on the wall in the far back on the right, so when you walk in it's hard to tell where you are supposed to go to get the process started (next time I'm gonna just phone it in). And then, although we were the only ones in line, the order-taker sort of rushed us. (Can I have a minute to look at the menu, please?)\n\nThe spring rolls were pretty yummy, but they sent out fish sauce instead of the peanut sauce I am used to (and LOVE). I ordered a combination pho which I was surprised to find chicken in, I was expecting beef combination. Not awful, but I never realized that I don't like chicken in my pho. The basket of herbs was missing the basil and the cilantro they sent out was tired and wilting. (One of the things I love about Vietnamese noodle is the FRESH herbs.) O.K., but not a great first impression.\n\nI'll try them again.\nBut I am going to give them a few months to get it together.",
"Let me just say I'd give this star 1 and a half stars. I was being nice and rounded up to 2. I went with my bestie, Tracie, to try out this place for lunch. I was starving from class and am always up for trying out new restaurants. This was my second time over on Metairie Road and I wondered why I never made my way out here more. \n\nThe restaurant is located in a complex with small boutiques and Metry bar on the end. The parking lot isn't the best in my opinion. It's tight and slanted parking, so for those who can't park even go to take up two spots in the lot. As soon as we entered we were hit with the heat inside. They're A/C was down but was fixed during our visit.\n\nThis place is small might I add. But the counter to line up is in close contact with a table of about 8. If people were to properly form a line and it was busy lunch hour, people would be obstructing the door of the restroom in the back of the place. So you get in line and order your food, take a number, and go sit down until they bring your food out to you.\n\nOne look at the menu you can see how overpriced things were. But they were in a location that required the food to be priced that way. We were hoping to try the spring rolls but $6 for two of them. No thank you. I got a shakin beef rice dish ($11.95) because I can never turn down a dish of shakin beef. My best friend got a lemongrass chicken vermicelli bowl. I opted to try a special drink called the Bourbon Blush for $5.58. My drink was in such small cup and so not worth the price I paid for it. I tasted only the passion fruit. There was no strawberry nor watermelon in there. When the waitress brought out my food I caught the smell of something that made my nose crinkle. I silently wished in my head it wasn't my dish, but lo and behold it was.\n\nI can't even begin to describe how displeased I was with this dish. The sauce was so strange and definitely the worst I've head at any Viet restaurant. It had no distinguishable taste and it had a hint of sweetness in the worst way possible. I was so hungry and didn't want to waste the beef so I ate as much as I could with as less sauce as possible. Tracie's lemongrass chicken was just plain chicken with the most subtle hint of lemongrass, if any. The sauce that goes with the vermicelli was simply straight up fish sauce and a hint of lemon. It's the sauce that makes the vermicelli bowl tolerable to eat. Thus you can say, Tracie didn't even get halfway through her bowl.\n\nSo you can say we had an unfulfilled lunch and I think I might have left hungrier than when I came.",
"What a find! Great food with a nice, casual atmosphere. We tried several different menu items and it was all delicious and fresh. Had my first bubble tea and there will be many more in my future. Staff was very helpful/friendly. There were so many things on the menu that looked good that we just couldn't get to. Will be back soon. Can't say enough about this place.",
"The food is definitely overpriced, but then again when you're on Old Metairie Rd in Old Metairie, you have to expect as a consumer that you paying the mortgage.\n\nThe food was good, not great but good, hopefully in time they'll settle in on a menu that works for them. SInce this is a new restaurant my expectations weren't too high.\n\n\nIt is a little weird when you walk into a Vietnamese restaurant that's design almost makes you feel like you are in a Frozen Yogurt shop, but maybe that's just me."
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"Great new restaurant in Kennett. A friend and I stopped in for lunch today and had a good experience. \nThere was only one other table there for lunch on a Wednesday, so fairly quiet. We were seated promptly and brought menus. My friend and I split a bottle of Pellegrino which was oddly served in pint glasses. The lunch menu was pretty limited; just 2-3 items per category. The waitress listed off the day's specials, but she didn't seem too familiar with them. Also, half the items on the special's chalk board were spelled incorrectly. Not a big deal, just noticed. \nThe food was GREAT. I had the chef's lunch, which is similar to Sovana Bistro's express lunch down the street. Well valued too at $14.00. The chef's lunch included a turkey confit sandwich, mango salad, cup of asparagus soup and an espresso creme brûlée. I ate the entire thing! I am still thinking about the creme brûlée. Insanely delicious. Food was 5 stars; service 3.",
"What a Great Place to Enjoy any one of the over the top creations by chef Nick! The food the service the Romantic Atmosphere was perfect! Plan on enjoying a meal here, I promise you will keep going back!\nBYOB which is nice bring your owe wine from your cellar ! \n\nBon Appetite!",
"My mom and I went here for lunch and both got the \"chef's choice\" which includes a 1/2 sandwich, small salad, cup of soup, and a small dessert. We were able to switch out items if we did not like what was on the menu for the day (even the dessert)! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious! It was the perfect portion for lunch. I highly recommend this place!",
"ONE OF MOST AMAZING DINING EXPERIENCES I'VE EVER HAD! For being open for less than a month their food was absolutely amazing. I went for the first time with my mother in law are we tried their lunch special. For 14.00 we got a bowl of mushroom soup, beat salad, open faced Italian sausage and eggplant with peppers and onions and a chocolate moose for a dessert. The portions were perfectly portioned for lunch and the presentation was stunning. I am looking forward to returning for dinner! I wish them the absolute best and they are great addition to Kennett Square!!",
"Six of us had lunch here today and everything was amazing! The flatbread with mushrooms and arugula, the cheese plate, and the guacamole was the best I've ever tasted. Staff was nice and attentive; I look forward to going back for dinner.",
"Fabulous in every way!!!! Delicious, fresh, innovative food expertly prepared and presented. Every morsel was wonderful down to the last bite. Great, accommodating/flexible service in a beautiful, atmospheric setting. Highly recommend!!",
"First time at LaMadera and had a wonderful experience! From our server, Ryan, to the charming atmosphere (exposed brick walls, rustic wood tables), to the fantastic attention to detail and finally the deliciously unexpected dinner, we loved it! Had to mention the BLT salad that made my own meal special - instead of a mountain of greens with bits of bacon and mozzarella, this salad was served with the freshest thick cut heirloom tomatoes (that rivaled my dad's home-grown organic tomatoes) topped with fresh mozzarella, slivers of avocado, red onion, and roasted corn in a light balsamic (perfect for a very hot summer evening!) This will definitely be on our list to frequent!",
"This is easily the best restaurant we have dined at in Kennett Square. I was a bit skeptical at first but it has become my favorite restaurant in the area. The food is amazing and the service was spectacular. I also love the fact that it is BYOB.\n\nFor starters, I highly recommend the Chorizo flatbread if you enjoy a little heat because it does have jalapeños. The paella makes for a fabulous entrée. It's full of flavor and the rice is cooked to perfection. Sometimes I find the rice in paella a little too undercooked for my taste but that is certainly not the case here.\n\nYou really can't go wrong with anything on the menu here. From the starters to the desserts you won't be disappointed. We can't wait to go back!",
"So sorry to say we never had a chance to taste the food at La Madera Bistro. It was a comedy of errors so to speak. When we arrived we were told by two different young men, who appeared to be waiters that we had to wait for the hostess who was outside ( we noticed that she appeared to be taking an order from a table on the sidewalk) we waited and waited and waited... When she came in the first thing she asked was did we have reservations- no was our reply, it was about 5:30 about 6 tables where occupied) She then led us to a table around the corner a quiet table with candlelight. She gave us menus. We read the menu talked about our day, our plans for tomorrow and waited and waited and waited, no one came to our table at all. No one even passed by our table. Twenty minutes later we left.",
"Really 4 1/2 stars. Food was very good to excellent. Presentation outstanding. $5 corkage a bargain. The cheese tray like many was a bit pricey but worth it, 5 well-chosen servings ranging from a Nettle Meadows cream style to a Lancaster County blue, each accompanied by an interesting side item. We added this spot to our dining rotation after our experience."
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"My co-worker, who had attended UCSB and lived down there for several years, recommended this restaurant for a special birthday dinner for me and my two best girlfriends. I loved that it was nothing too trendy, both decor-wise and food-wise. It was very Italian but with some twists that were interesting and delicious but not too \"foo-foo.\" We started by sharing the ravioli which are a speciality (amazing) and the bruschetta which was juicy and fresh. I had the ziti al' ragu which was a delicious red sauce with capers and olives and was quite spicy. I loved it. We all enjoyed our meals and the service was attentive without going overboard. I want to go back to take my husband next time!",
"I came here once for a birthday party. Because the seating is European style, meaning quite intimate, I did feel a bit self-conscious if we made too much noise or the birthday balloons hit the waitresses in the face as they walked past to serve other tables. Therefore, I would go to Ca 'Dario again on a date, choosing it over the Wine Cask. \n\nThe food is delicious. I highly recommend the Pollo Nel Coccio. The wine list is pretty good with quite a number of local selections. \n\nAnd, if you happen to be in the field of fundraising, a certain Montecito Bank & Trust philanthropist dines here quite regularly.",
"Have you experienced a pasta pillow? I dream of pasta pillows now...round pastas filled with spinach and ricotta...and drowning in sage butter! Some consider these \"ravioli,\" but once you go to Ca' Dario, you will see why they are pasta pillows! It is the best ravioli I've ever had.....and I was just as skeptical as you are about amazing ravioli, but it does exist at Ca' Dario! \n\nAnd the marinara sauce...it was sweet, tomatoey, a little chunky, but still soupy and just perfect....I wish they would sell it by the bottle. \n\nThe pancetta wrapped asparagus appetizer was unique and amazingly tasty, the veal chop was huge and tender and the tiramisu was light and airy. One of the most unique and delicious parts of the meal was the grilled beats that came as a side with the veal...I've never experienced it before and I was amazed! \n\nPeople complain about the service or atmosphere, but we had a delightful night. It was close quarters, but its what added to the charm and hominess of this neighborhood haunt. We chatted with our neighbors and it seems it was the 5th, 6th, 10th time for everyone!\n\nWe were so full at the end, but after being scolded by our neighbor for not sopping up the MOST AMAZING marinara sauce with the bread, I really could barely breathe. A nice brisk walk down State Street is just what you need after a filling meal like Ca' Dario.",
"I would have given them 5 stars but I cannot due to the ambiance. If you ever go there you will see what I mean. The waitstaff is running all the time by your table and causing a whirlwind. The energy level of the staff need to be commended, BUT it doesn't add to a enjoyable soothing dineing experience! The food is great, the wine list is great, the price is a great value, but between the waiting outside for a table, even though you have a reservation and the constant energy running, running, running, it makes the dinner sour. Just looking at them work at this level is too stress full.\nBut that my opinion!",
"I was in santa barbara for a few days, Mon-Tues. I come here often and wanted to try authentic Italian food. This place was reccomended by my husband, an Italian Chef. I called to make a reservation and no one answered the phone, they do not have an e-mail adress and there is no link on their website. I called several times, thinking they might be busy, but no answer, no answering machine and no hours of operation are posted anywhere on their website. If they were closed on Monday, I couldn't even place a reservation request for Tuesday as they were not answering the phone! Too bad, I am never going to come back because they wasted anh hour of my time between reading everything on the website, and trying to contact them and writing this message. Dovrete vergognarvi.",
"Ca Dario was pitched to me as \"the Italian\" restaurant of SB. So I had high expectations.\n\nConsensus: not all that extraordinary.\n\nIt was pretty good, yes. But not revolutionary. The wine list, decent. \n\nBut seriously, like each dinner came with the same sides. The same *exact* sides. What is this? Applebees? People, swordfish should be accompanied by different things than rotisserie chicken. You should know that.\n\nI hate to be that complainer, but whether or not this restaurant sits in the nicely isolated enclave of Santa Barbara, it's really just a three-star deal. For a $40 meal, I expect much, much better.",
"To Start: Should be labeled here as Ca'Dario\n\nNow- let me tell you about my last meal on this here planet earth.\n\nA simple dish- Grilled rack of lamb with roasted garlic, olive oil, fine herbs.\n\nThis meal makes me happy- literally. I smile when I eat it. The lamb, the potatoes, the spinach, all perfect. I like this dish so much that I have no hesitation in picking up the bones and gnawing like a dog, I dont care how classy this place is- there is meat left and its mine.\n\n\nSo why the 4 star instead of 5 you may ask- close quarters. if you get seated in the front room be prepared to share your dining experience with some new friends.",
"This is a great little place ( tight sitting in the front) for a nice lunch. I happened to be in town on business and was recommended to have lunch here by my good italian friend. She knows, because she makes her own tomato sauce which takes two days to make, if you want it italian style. \n\nThe meal started with the salad. Great taste, fresh and I love the parmesan cheese that came with it. For my lunch, i ordered the Fusilli All'Amartriciana - TASTE BUDS HOLD ON!!!! This was the best I have ever had... literally. You could tell that the sauce was home made. I tasted the onions, basil, oregano and the little spicy kick it had and the pasta was not overcooked. \n\nMy friend had the ravioli and that was great too and the sauce had a much different taste too. I was in heaven savoring every bite. I sat there trying to figure out what was in the sauce. The waiters were nice and friendly, which made the experience delightful. I can't wait to go back up to work in that area again, I will be making time for a \"legato\" lunch/",
"The CORRECT spelling of this restaurant is Ca'Dario. (There are other reviews of Ca'Dario listed as \"Cadario\".) Try the Veal Chop was outstanding.",
"Well the food was good, but everything else was bad.\n\nThe Hostess had an attitude and even though I had made an early reservation, when we arrived she tried to seat us at this awful table...when the place was half empty saying everything else was reserved. We waited 10 minutes for a better table as my husband steamed. Our server was swamped. After we were seated they also gave him, two tables of four and a table of twelve...and he was taking care of a table outside.\n\nWe ordered bruschetta which was great, but them waited a half hour for soup and salad...then waited again for our entrée. We had been there an hour and ten minutes before our pasta was served. Then just as they were serving it, they literally had us get up so they could move our table over to fit another table next to us. As my husband said, we need the \"jaws of life\" to get out. He was furious and that made me tense...so we ate up and got the check."
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"I liked this place, but always seemed to have some trouble going when the restaurant portion was open (other than at dinner time). Their website makes it look like they are always open, but sometimes the kitchen is actually closed. Try their macadamia nut calamari.",
"We stumbled in last night and had a pretty good experience here. It started out weird so I really thought Sqwires would turn out like ass. We walked up to the podium and the waiter/host person said \"Hi, can I help you?\" \n\n\"How are your carpets? Because I've got a product for you!\"\n\"Why yes, do you have a few minutes for the lord Jesus Christ?\"\n\"this is a restaurant right?\"\n\nI just thought that was an odd question to pose. \n\nOur waiter was fine, once I realize he wouldn't get above a whisper. The dinner rolls were actually incredible - nice & light, with a perfect crust. We had the calamari for an appetizer, which was quite good. Not too heavily deep fried and the uneven pieces tell me that it didn't come from a bag.\n\nSue had the duck breast, which was tender. It came with a side of cranberry sauce, stuffing and sauteed spinach. I had the braised short ribs. They were pretty good, but the excess fat could've been trimmed off. They were served over potatoes.\n\nNot bad. A little pricey. Nothing really to draw us back tho. \n\n3.5 stars.",
"Went in the other night to hear some live music (Kevin Bilchik and Blake Travis) and brought about 5 people w/ us. \nMostly came to hang out and hear music and get drinks and they were really fine w/ that. I did order a wonderful spinach salad to split w/ hubby and they divided it for us instead of tossing down an extra plate (nice touch).\n\nThe food is a bit pricey for us, but LOVE the atmosphere and the service was perfect!\nI hear they have a nice breakfast too....may have to go back for that.",
"I stopped by Sqwires the other day for lunch. Since we had a break in the weather and there were no signs of some of the terrific thunderstorms that we have been having I felt like eating outside. We were seated promptly because I believe we were just ahead of the lunch rush since we were eating a pretty early lunch that day.\n\nWell looking over the menu I quickly found what I wanted to eat, a turkey Reuben sandwich. I was wondering how the turkey would make one of my most favorite sandwiches taste so I waited in anticipation for it to arrive, which it soon did. The turkey Reuben was exactly what I thought it would be, a Reuben made with turkey. It was nice and tasty and they were generous with the whole sandwich.\n\nSqwires is a great place that I enjoyed eating at.",
"I was so taken aback by Sqwires due to their greatness that I simply had to write a review of them. I went the other day for lunch and had a wonderful surprise. No where else have I had mussels served in the style that they are in Southern France except for here. The mussels are in a nice broth and are served fantastically with thick cut fries! Moules a frites! Not only that, but the dish was delicious. That alone earned them four stars, the fact that our server was courteous and attentive would have earned Sqwires another four stars if it were possible. Alas, there was but one more star to give. For my entree I had the chicken salad, and that too was fantastic. \n\nI want to try coming for dinner when they have a live band, as I've heard that it is a lot of fun. For now, I cannot attest to that. All I can say is that the food and the service are both great - but isn't that enough for a restaurant?",
"I'll preface this by saying the place definitely has potential; maybe the cook was hungover or something.\n\nWent for brunch around 1 on a Saturday. We were seated immediately, as the place was full of loud wealthy retirees talking about how many times they'd been to Italy. Minus 1 star. I don't care how your portfolio is doing.\n\nI ordered the Eggs Benedict, my personal crack. I thought it was cool that it was served on ciabatta rather than an English muffin. The bread was the only good part, though. The egg yolks were as solid as a hard boiled egg - I know it's tough to poach an egg, but if you royally screw it up that much you should take it off the menu. I only ate the potatoes because I was starving - it seemed like they made a huge batch and microwaved a portion for each plate - although they appeared well-cooked and crispy, they were little cubes of rubber. Minus 2 stars.\n\nOur waiter was very good, as was the flourless chocolate cake. If you go for brunch, I would not recommend getting an egg dish. I'd consider giving them a chance next time I'm in St. Louis, though.",
"It's pretty hard when you start out at a 5 for me. I mean, you have to earn that five and then you have to work to keep it. Some places keep getting better with age, but I feel like this place just isn't as good as it used to be. I used to love eating here, thought the food was so good and I loved the ambiance. Then I had a less than perfect experience, then it got a little worse. Then again, a little worse. Now, I just think it's alright and generally, when I head to Lafayette Square, I go across the street to Soda Fountain Square, which is owned by the same people and has well, more food choices for far cheaper. \n\nI still love their fries, they have amazing fries. I still like the ambiance. I just don't really love the prices I am paying for food that well...could be better. I do have to say, I love their breakfast and it is probably one of my favorite Sunday morning breakfast spots in the entire city. Generally though, I have become disenchanted with Sqwires. It's still good, just not as good as it is in my memories.",
"First of all, I love the atmosphere here! I just appreciate the exposed brick, interesting lighting and artwork, and the renovated look. \n\nI've been here for a few lunches, and I have always been impressed. It's not overly pricey. You could easily spend the same amount at an Applebee's or T.G.I Friday's and not have the same caliber of experience. I have had their turkey burger a few times, and it's what made me realize you don't need beef for a burger! It was full of flavor, covered in veggies and served on a freshly baked bun. They also have great salads, made of greens that are actually, well, green and fresh. \n\nAt night, they have decent live music and a decent-sized bar. You can certainly pick a worse place to have a drink.",
"I ended up coming here for my sister's birthday one Tuesday evening. The atmosphere is trendy and fun, nice lighting, and not cramped. They could accommodate our whole group, which was nearly 15 people, and that in itself is pretty impressive. \n\nHowever, when it comes to the food, I was pretty unimpressed. I had a Spinach salad which was definitely tasty, but way too expensive for what I got. $10 for a salad that didn't even leave me very satisfied? Eh. Not so good.\n\nMy husband had some kind of steak with sweet potatoes. I'm not sure he left full either, and his meal was twice the price of mine. The food itself was pretty good, but I have a hard time justifying spending that kind of money on food that's just pretty good. We also ended up getting dessert which was some kinda of pumpkin trifle.\n\nI thought it was fine, but not quite what I'd expected. Once again, just ok.\n\nAs a whole, I'd say this restaurant was fine, but forgettable. I'm sure I won't be venturing back there anytime soon.",
"I have only eaten here for lunch but have really enjoyed it. I find their food fresh and the flavors unique and tasty. The setting is quirky and upscalish but can be a bit cold temperature wise.\n\nMy fave sandwich is the crab cake club with roasted garlic asiago mayo and topped with smoked salmon served on brioche bun. The beef brisket sandwich was very flavorful too, I loved the creamy horseradish and the carmelized onions. \n\nThe spinach salad I had was awesome with spiced walnuts, hearts of palm and red onion tossed with strawberry poppyseed dressing topped with a goat cheese fritter. Ok a cheesy fritter is happy.\n\nThe fish and chips I tasted were very good indeed.\n\nService is unremarkable but the food is really a treat. It was crowded with a definite ladies who lunch and businessman crowd which detracts from it for me personally but I am just that way. I prefer real people.\n\nAll in all good quality and not unreasonable priced."
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"They have a place up on West 86th plus also own India Palace and Shalimar. Went there for dinner. The place is amazingly clean and attractive. Nice selection on the menu, friendly staff. The place was pretty empty on a Tuesday night, though. Several people came in for carry-out. I usually think the lunch buffets can be kind of average, but for dinner I think this place might be a little overpriced, and although the food was really good, I am not sure it is appreciably better than it might be from Shalimar's buffet. (The buffet set-up at Delhi Palace, though, looks quite large, so they should do great business from IUPUI and IU and Wishard hospitals.)",
"Two words, amazing buffet. I highly recommend a visit if you ae feeling very hungry for flavorful and tasty food between the times of 11am-3pm. For lunch buffet, the price is around 10 bucks for all you can eat. Being Indian, I found the food authentic and delicious. If you're not going for the buffet, it can become pricey and the serving size not as plentiful.",
"This review is kind of an addition to the review of Shalimar and India Palace because the owners are the same. Delhi Palace is the answer to my prayer for Indian food near campus! The opening was not advertised very well, but when I found out this place had opened, I was ecstatic. This place has about the same selection as Shalimar and India Palace (more choices than Shalimar, about the same amount as India Palace). This is a great option for those on campus, but the parking for lunch is a NIGHTMARE! This is not the restaurant's fault, but it is a pain to get a spot. I will definitely be braving the traffic to return! YAY, INDIAN FOOD ON CAMPUS!!!!",
"Yes, I do enjoy the everything here. Saag paneer is decent, tandoor chicken is nice with a bit of lemon over it and some raw onion. Actually I can't think of anything here I don;t like.\n\nKind of wish they gave out naan with the buffet but I am getting fatter just thinking about going back here to eat again, so.... maybe not.",
"So after I leave the IUPUI campus, they finally decide to have more ethnic dining options within walkable distance. We were reunited this Saturday. After a grueling exam, crammed in the lecture hall seats, with half-sized pull out tables hunched over for hours - it was chow time for a celebratory finish.\n\nDelhi Palace is in that nook of eateries on Indiana Ave. Being a frequent of Amber on the northside, we decided to give this new lunch buffet a try. I was a little confused upon walking in whether to seat myself or have the waiter seat me since there's no little booth there. Just to let you know ahead of time - a waiter does seat you, just that he's running around tending to things before he notices your puzzled look. \n\nThey have a good sized buffet table with both vegetarian and meaty staples. They also had this delicious lentil soup with hints of cilantro. Slurpin' yum! Garlic or plain naan is self-serve on the buffet trays, so they're not as great as the ones that come off piping hot as you order at Amber, but still decent. If you're a goat fan, they have this stew that's loaded with chunks of goat vs. other places where meat is sparse and bones are plenty. As for the chicken tikka masala and saag paneer - they were a little on the bland side for me, but if you like less spice infused dishes - then it'd be perfect for you.\n\nWould I come back here? Of course, to get my goat stew and naan fix. Or when I feel more veggy for vegetable pakoras and lentil soup. Can't beat a ~$9/pp AYCE buffet!",
"This place is owned by the same crew that own Shalimar in Broadripple. Shalimar is my favorite Indian place ever. This is a close 2nd. You'd think they would be exactly the same, but they aren't...this one is just a little different.\n\nI most often order off the menu. I'm a HUGE fan of the Indian Chili. HUGE FAN! Order it spicy though...really spicy. They are shy to kick it up here...afraid of our wimpy american palates no doubt.\n\nThe buffet is also a great choice. There are always several different dishes to try. I've yet to get really good, fresh naan on the buffet. Ordering it table side seems to be a better option. You can also try some of the different variations that way...jalepeno, cilantro, etc. I really dig the mint sauce...on everything.\n\nCarryout is also accurate and efficient. Sooo happy to have an Indian place close by.",
"I stopped by to try their lunch buffet. \n\nI wasn't surprised that the buffet offered similar faire as India Palace and Shalimar since they are owned by the same people, in fact the buffet was about as large as the huge one at India Palace! The spices were perfect for each dish and everything tasted freshly prepared and authentic. My only slight complaint was that the Gulab Jamun was a little soggy - usually they're more firm but they still tasted as good as other places. But that won't stop me from coming back!\n\nService was prompt and friendly, water glasses were kept full and the check came exactly when needed. Look for coupons in the Val Pak to save a buck on the buffet!",
"They had many types of naan available. I was so excited to satisfy my Indian food craving. The place only had a couple of tables at dinner time, but hopefully that's only because it was a weekday. Service was alright, food was excellent.",
"Garlic Naan, Chicken Naan-- HELPINGS ARE HUGE! you won't be disappointed. This joint is hopping. I have been several times and on weekdays it's always packed with nearby IUPUI and hospital traffic. It's become quite popular. Their buffet is amazing but don't hesitate to choose from the variety of menu items that are equally deliciously and plentiful in helpings. The wait staff and owners are friendly and won't rush you if you decided to sit awhile.",
"I write this while in a food coma from eating way too much takeaway from Delhi Palace. My husband and I have been sampling the Indian restaurants in the Indy area and I'm pretty sure we've found a winner. Living on the east side there isn't any Indian options available. At all. So this being the easiest to get to/in/out of, I thought we'd give it a shot. I ordered quite a bit- Tandoori chicken, Chicken Tikka Masala, Lamb Biryani, and Onion Bhajees. Holy crap good. Like, I'm now in a food coma and we still have a ton of leftovers good. The tandoori chicken was amazing- even my picky 5 year old liked it (and that says A LOT). The biryani was decent, and if I could hook up an IV drip of the tikka masala I would. It's THAT good. The bhajees didn't stay crispy for the ride back to Irvington, but they were still pretty tasty nonetheless. The restaurant was clean, and I definitely took note of the buffet carts- because I WILL definitely be back, hands down. I think I've found my favorite Indian takeout... sweet!"
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"Looking forward to opening night tomorrow (can't seem to add a profile unless I leave a review, but I promise to update this after we go).\n\nThe brainchild of Chefs Justin (ex-Mémé and Little Fish) and Jonathan Petruce (ex Mémé), and Philly natural wine sommelier Timothy Kweeder (a.Kitchen/a.Bar), Petruce et al features wood grilled food prominently on its menu. George Costa (ex-Southwark and Pub & Kitchen) is running the bar. Quite an all-star cast, so it should be good. You can read more background here:\n\nhttp://citypaper.net/article.php?Wood-fired-ovens-take-center-stage-at-the-forthcoming-Petruce-et-al.-19423",
"Don't set your expectations high. Especially if you're excited about the whole wood grill/oven thing.\n\nI wasn't quite sure what to expect before I had dinner there tonight, and I'm not sure what to think of it now.\n\nThe service was earnest but inadequate. Our server didn't really know the menu that well, and she actually got a few dishes wrong in her description (which was disappointing). But it's the first day, so it's very possible that service will get much better in time.\n\nThe food was pretty good, but my biggest complaints are: (1) that the much-hyped wood oven/grill didn't seem to make much of a difference in the food; and (2) the value proposition wasn't very good.\n\nThe beef tartare was fun. It tasted like a really great and upscale cheeseburger but completely different at the same time. I liked it. But the mushroom was the only thing that tasted like it came from the wood oven (but I mean, I don't fault them for that - it's beef tartare). At $14, it was a solid dish.\n\nWe also got the octopus. It was apparently finished off on the grill, but it was hard to tell (it was definitely charred well though). The flavor was terrific. Some of the octopus was nice and tender, but some was actually kind of tough though. It wasn't a great value at $18 either.\n\nThe scallops were terrific. The accompaniments and sauce didn't overpower the scallops, and the scallop was done as well as it could have been, I think. At $28, though, it was a bit pricy for 4 decent-sized scallops. And I didn't think the wood oven (if it was cooked in it at all) made any difference in the flavor of the dish, which was disappointing.\n\nThe lamb was pretty good. The flavors (lamb, goat cheese, onions, the wine reduction) were very strong, which I like, but it's not for everyone. You definitely need a glass of wine to cut through the flavors. The meat was charred well, but again, I didn't really feel like the wood oven made any difference. I don't even know if it was cooked in it. At $24, it was a decently priced dish.\n\nThey don't give you bread for free. It's $2 for two half-slices of bread. But it's buttered & char-grilled on the wood grill and oh-so-perfect. It was without a doubt my favorite dish of the night. But think about it - it was bread. And cost $4 for basically 2 slices.\n\nLastly, my wife and I shared the roasted pineapple. I was told that it was cooked on the wood grill, but it was clearly not. Plus, there were only two tiny slivers of it - it was mostly cake and chocolate/coconut. It was very disappointing.\n\nOverall, there were things that were great, and some things that were not. Perhaps things will improve with time. Perhaps not.\n\nEven if the service/menu get better, I wouldn't go back unless things were priced at least 25% lower than where they're set right now.",
"Part 2 of my review of opening night:\n\nOCTOPUS: Rice grits, field peas, hot sauce--Frankly, for all the hype that the wood-fired grill has been getting, I was surprised that this was the first dish that really featured it (although we were probably just choosing the wrong dishes). Tender and charred, with a little spicy kick to the grits, and weird little chewy grilled (?) peas, it wasn't exactly one of my favorites, but then again, I would have no trouble ordering it again.\n\nAnd for dessert...\n\n~ROASTED PINEAPPLE: Mochi, chcolate coconut ganache--I didn't really see anything I would call real mochi in this, but it was a simple yet balanced and delicious end to the meal.\n\nObviously we enjoyed every dish. In some ways this reminds me a bit of Vernick, with the grill added on top (although we obviously didn't get the full effect of the latter). If that is the case, it should be quite popular, although I think the dishes may not be quite as universally appealing. We shall see...\n\nAs far as the much anticipated wine list, we tried by the glass:\n\n~2012 Terres Dorees Beaujolais Blanc--Jean-Paul Brun is one of my favorite Beaujolais producers, and the somewhat hard to find Blanc is always in my fridge. Not a great or complex wine, but a nice one to have around. This was $7/11/58 for 3oz/5oz/bottle. We'll call this a $15 a bottle wine retail, so the mark up was in the 3.9X range.\n\n~2012 Flavio Roddolo Dolcetto d'Alba--$8/14/56, not a wine I'm familiar with, but it was well balanced and went well with our food. The only place I can find this wine on the web is in CA for $23, so that is a 2.4X markup.\n\nThe 11 wines on the list (counting a sherry and a cider) ranged from $38-60 a bottle, and all were available by the glass. So an affordable wine selection. 5 ounce pours for $11 and $14 were not particularly liberal. Good Schott Zwiesel restaurant series stems.\n\nNoise level was at a moderately energetic volume on a sold-out night, but I suspect the separation between the bar and restaurant proper probably helps some. \n\nAll told, $123 (not counting the two $11 cocktails, tax and tip). Service was timely and excellent thanks to our knowledgeable server Ben.\n\nNo visit from the brothers, but the place was sold out, so they were hopping in the kitchen. As I said, they already seem to be firing on all cylinders.\n\nA promising start for what I think will be a successful restaurant for Justin & Jonathan. It has a good location, sexy feel, and the cooking is creative and interesting. A killer wine list will hopefully put it over the top in my book. Best of luck guys!",
"The place is decorated like a classy gent designed his bachelor pad to impress ladies. Thats a good thing. \n\nWe were encouraged to share, though the portions were generally small (and beautiful). The one exception being the skate in the \"et al\" section which was really hearty. The skate is served with the pins in, not my preference. I think it also prevented the skate meat from getting extra crispy, which is the best part about skate. The fennel, served shaved and roasted was excellent. \n\nGoing backwards, to the large plate menu, the lamb was excellent. Scallops were perfect, however there were only 3. I really liked the rutabaga puree with it. The lamb is a better value here. \n\nFrom the medium plate menu, the octopus had that perfect grilled texture you are always looking for, but I was disappointed that there was a mild fishy/less fresh taste. At a nicer restaurant, I expect sea creatures to be sweet, briny, and ultra fresh. The grits surrounding it were great. The sweetbread were delicious, there were just very few actual sweetbreads to pick at. It makes the recommended sharing situation difficult. \n\nFrom the bar, I loved the milk punch. There is this whole straining process to get the clarify the milk, providing a really unique taste.",
"New hot Spot. ate here on day 7 since their opening. Server was charming and knowledgeable about the menu and food allergies. Menu is unique and fun. Every dish we had was delicious and surprising. A lot of time and thought is put into each dish and presentation. Cocktails are delicious and lots of variety. highly recommend checking this place out - soon. great location- beautiful new decor. very impressed.",
"Philly's on a roll as far as new restaurants, and here is one more promising newcomer...\n\nLast night was the offical opening night of Petruce et al., the independent debut of ex-Mémé brothers Justin & Johnathan Petruce. After several days of a soft opening, they were already firing on all cylinders. I was impressed.\n\nFirst off, it is a beautiful space. I gather this used to be a women's clothing shop, and it is long and thin, unusually so for a restaurant. A nice windowed bar looking out onto Walnut Street is the first think you encounter upon entering. Metal bar stools, tables, and some comfy-looking 4-top booths along the wall.\n\nThis is George Costa's domain (and Paul's), the well-known mixologist formerly of Southwark and Pub & Kitchen. He's full-time here now, and he's created some tasty libations for PetEtAl. There is also a short (for the moment) wine list from über-som Timothy Kweeder (of a.Kitchen/a.bar fame) focused on natural wines. Not to mention some interesting sounding beers, both by draught (5) and bottled. Apparently the full wine list is a work in progress, but you know it's going to be unusual and interesting.\n\nThis is a cool bar, both sexy and cosy at the same time. By the time we left, it was full, but not excessively noisy. Unsurprisingly, George's cocktails were excellent:\n\n~THE PILAR: El Dorado rum, Creme Yvette (violets), lime, pineapple\n\n~PONCHOS' LAMENT: Cazadores reposado, Ramazzotti, agave, cold-brewed coffee, mole bitters, fizzy water...this is what you wish your next iced coffee tastes like!\n\nMoving on to our dinner table, behind the bar it briefly narrows, and proceeding up a short stairs you enter the restaurant proper, with tables in front, cool little 2-top booths along the left, and the pièce de résistance open kitchen along the right. 6 high-tops at the kitchen counter will undoubtedly be the seats to compete for (did our server say they may be saving these for walk-ins???), with an in-your-face view of PetEtAl's most unique feature: the side-by-side wood-fired grill and matching oven.\n\nAwesome pizza-making equipment, but the word has been they are not doing pizza. But I saw some photos online, so I expect we'll see some before long.\n\nThe menu is divided into 4 sections: small, medium, large, and \"et al.\". To try a larger variety of dishes, we decided to skip the latter two categories (although that \"32 ounce dry aged ribeye\" for two was tempting, despite the $88 price tag).\n\n~RED BEETS: Kimchi, yougurt, sesame--Of course, everyone if Philly seems to want a signature beet dish. I don't know if this is PetEtAl's but it was an interesting medley of large chunks of roasted red beets, and very acidic pickled yellow beets (I think, it's a fairly dark restaurant). Quite a contrast, it is one of this dishes that you have to eat both extremes together or it's just too shocking to your palate.\n\n~ONION SOUP: Rabbit, nettles, Provoleta--This was a highly untraditional ode to French Onion Soup, which tends to bore me, but this was anything but boring. Rich caramelized onions, but a lighter rabbit broth, in which were swimming meatballs, nettles, arugula, and lovely little chunks of smoked cheese. My favorite dish!\n\n~MUSHROOMS: Marrow, potato bread, soubise--Loved the contrast of meaty mushrooms (Black Fungus is one of my favs) and the unctuous bone marrow (roasted in the bone and then removed. One of our favorite dishes.\n\n~TARTARE: Black trumpets, speck, iceburg lettuce, pickle--Iceburg lettuce? Are you kidding me??? LOL, this dish didn't make a lot of sense, until our server explained Speck = Bacon, oh, it was meant to be a deconstructed hamburger! Actually very tasty, but definitely not your standard beef tartare, and maybe a bit too moist I thought.\n\n~SPAGHETTI: Sepia, sea urchin, orange--This came up on Chowhound the other day as an example of Spaghetti ai Ricci, and it was one of our favorite dishes of the evening. The house-made and very al dente noodles look like squid ink, and the silky uni paired well with the slightly chewy but still tender squid. A lovely dish.\n\nFor Part 2 of my review, click below:",
"Went with another couple for dinner last weekend. Overall, was VERY pleasantly surprised by petruce. I was not incredibly excited about the menu options beforehand and when I arrived to see that the menu was different than the menu posted online I was even more disappointed. However! I was extremely surprised by how much I enjoyed almost everything we ordered. \n\nTo start, I was underwhelmed by the drink menu. I ended up drinking beer, which is highly unusual for me. Next, the food menu was a little confusing for me. The server explained that the menu is meant for sharing, but the dishes did not feel like they were meant to be shared. Additionally, our server suggested around 3 items per person, and when we ordered 9 items for 4 people he said that it was a rather large order (which it ended up being). But that just added to my confusion. In the end, we ended up ordering one small or medium and one large plate per person, which WAS a lot of food. All of that said, however, we really enjoyed almost everything that came to the table. I would skip the beet salad and the pork was only ok, but everything else was outstanding - we tried the foie gras, onion soup, lasagna, the lamb and the chicken. The lasagna, chicken and lamb were wonderful. \n\nThe space was nice and the service was great.\n\nOverall, I would definitely go back. I just wish they would work on the menu. To me, it feels like the type of place and menu that you should have a starter (or split one) and a main course. And the items should come from the kitchen in that way. All of that said, I would go back for the lasagna and chicken in a heartbeat.",
"Had an absolutely fantastic dinner there last night with 4 people. The waiter recommended the perfect amount of food and the cocktails that they mix up were wonderful. I will certainly be returning with more people in the very near future.",
"Excellent. My wife and I went here for her birthday. The setting was very nice and the staff friendly and helpful. All of the dishes we tried were excellent- each better than the last. We had chicken liver pate, octopus, steak tartare, and pork shoulder. The flavors were all subtle and delicious. Even expecting them to be good, they were better than expected. The deserts were \"only\" very good rather than excellent, but still, very much above average. The beer selection was very nice, and the custom cocktails very tasty and original. (The wine selection also looked great, as I would expect from Tim, the wine steward, but as I didn't try any I can't say for sure.) \n\nThis place is quite new, but I expect it will only get better and more popular. I recommend going as soon as you can. It's great.",
"I should have written this sooner, because now I kind of forgot what I had, but everything was really good. We started with some crudo, and then ordered all of the veggie dishes, the lasagna, and one of the fish dishes. I loved the carrots and the lasagna. My friend had the lamb which he devoured. The bread course is worth getting. I tried the milk punch which was tasty, and then switched to champagne. They are a little light on the pours especially considering the price. I think for 4 we spent around $60, so a little more expensive then my typical night out, but everything was very well-prepared. They seem to change the menu pretty frequently, which is nice because you can try different things, but if there's something you were really looking forward too (like fondue), it might be off the menu by the time you get there."
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"I went here before Katrina. The beignets are insanely good. So good, I couldn't talk. The coffee is strong to counteract the impact that the carbs in the beignets have on your blood sugar. when you leave, your arms will be covered in powdered sugar, but it's worth it!",
"What's not to love about this place? If you're looking for some fried goodness with sugar on top, this is your place. Delicious beignets and the coffee isn't bad either. Definitely worth a stop if you're in New Orleans. Nice outdoor eating area and very cheap for a late night snack or dessert.\n\nIt's very close to a little square (I suck at remembering the names of places) where there is some local art, a few cute little stores and a lot of palm reading. It's also pretty close to Bourbon Street, so you really have no excuse not to go there.\n\nTip: Don't wear a dark shirt or pants.. you're going to leave with powdered sugar all over you.",
"If you're in town visiting you have to try this place once. It's a famous tourist spot. A lady on the plane highly recommended this place so I dropped by and tried it. This Cafe du Monde is part of the Riverwalk from downtown to the convention center. This one overlooks the Mississippi river which is pretty nice in the morning. The Cafe au Lait and the Beignet are the two things to get for $3.33 total. The beignet is a fried and covered with powdered sugar on top. I'd say ithe beignet is inbetween a donut and croissant. The Cafe au Lait drink is also very good. Great place to try!",
"What's to say? 3 beignets and a large Cafe au Lait for $5 and change is still a deal some 10 years after the first time I ever experienced it (and yes, I still always buy a box of both the mix and coffee to bring home).",
"Absolutely amazing, and a convenient location if you're attending a conference or staying over at this end of town. Having made beignets at home from the Cafe du Monde mix, I'd have to say the real thing tastes pretty much the same.-- FANTASTIC.",
"The coffee is terrible, but the beignets were awesome. I guess it's a NOLA staple, but we could have done without.",
"I went to the one inside the Riverwalk and had my first beignet. I had some with the tons and I literally mean tons of powdered sugar. I actually enjoyed them with sugar on the side. I don't really care for coffee so I had it with ice cold milk.\n\nThey have great indoor seating, or on a nice day like today you could sit outside and watch the ships come in and watching it all over again!!! These balls of dough were really cheap, and the only advice I can give, is don't sit next to the table near the door or you will have a layer of sugar on your lap...",
"This was my first taste of the Big Easy...and I liked it.\n\nAs a lover of dark and strong coffee, the French Roast really got me going.\n\nAlso, the beignets are very tasty, but absolutely covered in sugar.\n\nFinally, a street performer serenades the cafe goers with relaxing tunes. He even sang me a John Denver jingle upon learning that I was from Colorado.",
"I can see why these little tasty french donuts (more like pillows than donuts really) are so popular: they are super tasty. The iced cafe au lait was less impressive, but I'm pretty picky when it comes to coffee.\n\nI should warn you in advance (as I wish someone had warned me) - beignets are messy! After receiving numerous recommendations, I had stopped by to experience beignets first hand while waiting for Rex to arrive to kick off Mardi Gras 2009. \n\nSince I was in Louisiana for a business trip, I was wearing a black coat, dress shirt and dress pants. Strolling along the Riverwalk with a a bag full of powdered sugar and beignets, I stopped to take my first bite which caused powdered sugar to explode in every direction - coating my face, coat, and clothes in white powder. I tried to be more delicate with my second bite - but it was entirely in vain: powdered sugar blasted everywhere. In less than a few seconds I was transformed from looking like a respectable lawyer into looking like some sort of deviant coke-fiend trolling along the Riverwalk hunched over and suspiciously attempting to avoid the gaze of others around me. Mmmm... messy, but they are so good. Plus it is only $1.82 for a fix (an order of three that is).",
"We went to the Riverwalk Cafe du Monde location -- their beignets are not as fresh so it can't beat its original location, but, nevertheless, we took our beignets and iced cafe au lait outside to sit beside the Mississippi river to watch the boats go by. Now this was an added plus!"
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"Yay!! Another authentic Chinese restaurant. They have fresh roasted duck and chicken. And many dishes for those who are not interested in items like sweet and sour pork and are looking for something more authentic. They actually have a special where you can order 3 items from a special menu for only $19.99 which is a great value. The a la carte entrees are not expensive either - starting at $7 and up. I definently think my favorite was the Seafood and Tofu Hot Pot. The Tofu was fried perfectly and the inside was still soft and delicious. Overall a very pleasing experience :-)",
"Excellent food all around -especially the Salt & Pepper tofu - we lived in HongKong so, have some experience. Very crowded on Sunday nights, can get quite hot inside and the service at times is at best very sluggish - but once you get your food that no longer matters. You can bring your own booze and they get you the glasses - no corkage.\nClearly one of the best authentic Chinese restaurants in Tampa.\nWe are still visiting this restaurant monthly - still consistent food. Recently they started requiring reservations or certain dates but the phone is either busy or switches to their fax machine - a lot of work to make a reservation but we put up with it because the food excels. 4-11-09",
"Well, I have to give this place its props because it really is one of the best Chinese places to go in Tpa. My worst nightmare has come true though, I've turned into a food snob!\nI prefer the food and prices in LA, but for the TPA and dare I say Central Florida area as well (yes that includes YOU orlando), its definitely the place to go! Ergo the high rating.\nThe food is a little bit oily and you have to pick the right dishes. My recommendations? Salt & Pepper Calamari, Roast Duck, & Seafood Tofu Hot Pot.\nMost authentic you can get and service is decent/friendly. Place can get quite packed though on the weekend.",
"You'll be very happy to know that It's simply not worth your time to go anywhere else for Chinese in Tampa or St. Petersburg.\n\nGo for: salt & pepper tofu, whatever greens are fresh and stir-fried with garlic, a soup and a chow fun dish. \n\nI swear, you'll be thrilled, and you won't feel like you missed out on too much as innumerable, enormous, steaming plates are carried past your head and delivered to other tables.",
"I have been bemoaning the fate of the sit down and order off the menu Chinese place. This one proved to be even better than expectations. We went on the advice of a client of my wife's and we were not sorry. This is some of the best stuff I have had since I stopped going to Hong Kong. Let me put it this way, our group contained a couple Chinese, a couple Vietnamese, and a few Koreans. Cream of Sum Yung Gai is not going to fly with this crowd. A totally satisfying experience. There is always a wait, and it's not close to anything but Tampa Sprawl, and the decor is plastic and vinyl so you know the only reason for so much business is the food. The may not even have some of your standards from the \"chinese\" buffet but do yourself a favor, order one familiar dish, and one that is new. I'll bet you will be pleasantly surprised. Check the address before you go though. Yelp has it on Waters Ave but I could have sworn it was north, north Dale Mabry, past Bearss. Oh, and they don't serve any alcohol but regulars in the know bring their own- no corking charge.",
"My favorite kind of dive- great food at a low price in a nondescript unpretentious restaurant.\n\nI felt as if I were in NY Chinatown. Not much decor, menu and specials in chinese as well as english. \n\nThe food was perfectly seasoned and not the usual strip mall pseudochinese stuff. The waiters were friendly, but the food came out when it came out, not well coordinated. You can't have everything, though.\n\nCome early if you don't want to wait.",
"Food is pretty good, been a while since Tampa has place like this. The food actually taste like it's Chinese, not some red or black sauce that is sweet and food actually taste different than the place down the street. Dishes that were ordered by my party were all authentic, which was great since I been wanting authentic food for a while. Atmosphere is sorta nice, only thing that kind of bothered me was sometime the cooking for the kitchen gets into the dining room, making it little foggy like? It's like when you first put steak on the grill and that sizzle and smoke that comes out. Also, the service can slow down quite a bit when they're busy, I been there a few times now. Sometimes food is fast, other times it's very slow. But if you have the time and want good chinese food, this place is the one to go.",
"Whenever I ask someone out Chinese food in Tampa, they always recommend Yummy House. When we ate there, we were not that impressed. \nWe showed up as soon as they opened to make sure that we would receive the best service. It gets pretty crowded fast, and stays that way until about 2:00.\nThe roast duck was tough and had an overage of gelatinous fat on it. If duck is cooked long enough, most of the fat should melt off and the meat should become tender. My appetizer was the pepper tofu, and it did not taste like much. I even made sure to get bites of the pepper mixture with the tofu, but it was still lacking. Maybe it needs a dipping sauce, dashi style broth, or five spice added to the batter. The gai lan was also quite hard to bit through and should be par boiled for longer. The noodle soup broth did not have much flavor. After hearing even more talk about the restaurant, I want to go back and find out what the good dishes are and pay closer attention to what the regulars are ordering. It is nice that Yummy House is right by Got Tea for dessert.\nChina Yuan is still my favorite for roast meats and fresh vegetables, and Ho Ho Choy for the dim sum. Maybe Yummy House will one day change my mind!",
"Yummy House has totally redeemed itself. I don't know what happened in the past, but the food is great here. The service is a little pissy, like the three teenage boy waiters that hated us for being there, but the food is so good that I will continue to come back ignore the attitude just to eat. The food did come out fast.\n\nI have had a few dishes at other restaurants that claim to have XO sauce, but Yummy House had the real deal. Their Shrimp and Scallops in XO were amazing and full of rich caramelized flavor, and the little bits of ham are a great touch. The Hong Kong Style Duck had crispy skin this time and was juicy with generous amounts of meat. \n\nThe only dish that I was not too fond of was the Spicy Eggplant, because it was a bit too tangy for my taste. There was a large amount of vinegar in the sauce as well as the canned bamboo shoots adding to that. \n\nMy favorite dish was the Salt & Pepper Squid. In fact this dish was so amazing that we quickly ordered a second serving of it. The batter tasted like fish and chips batter, which was kind of strange, but the topping is so delicious. The topping is flash fried chopped garlic, cilantro, hot pepper flake, green onion, and shallots that you could put on anything and I would eat it.\n\nWe will definitely be coming back soon.",
"Food is pretty good and authentic. The restaurant is has pretty much the same feel as any other chinese restaurant. Sort of no frills approach to dining. I agree with Coty S. though, those kids serving prolly need to be slapped upside their head."
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"Came here on opening day for lunch with friends and it was crowded within just 7 mins after opening. The place is definitely nice looking, fancy. The service was good and friendly. I ordered miso salmon. It took awhile to get here but it was good. Fish was cooked right. The miso sauce is a sweet creamy and soy base. It's not quite my thing sweet and savory. My friend said her food was a bit salty. Usually at the Cheesecake Factory is a hit or miss. Overall a good experience minus the manager guy not letting people upstairs because it is crowded or overwhelming.",
"A+++++! Our server was great, everything we had was great. The managers came around to check on us and were very friendly and sincere. We had the artichoke appetizer and I highly recommend it. I suggest you park nearby, because you will have leftovers! Such a great addition to the city.",
"Went here two days in a row and each time entire experience was tremendous. Food was great. Service spot on.menu huge & very busy with the other patrons food all looking great and all seemingly enjoying themselves. servings are huge ..I'm not a big fan of cheese cake and never order it.however since I was there I felt obligated to try..it was delectable & a huge piece enough to share ..\nAn army of staff all with a outstanding attitude and friendly professionalism thats unfortunately not all that common anymore .\nBig fan and i would highly recommend !",
"We recently received a sub-par key lime cheesecake and that's an understatement. It was borderline rancid and it didn't help that it took forever to dethaw. This was a supreme disappointment to our colleagues at the office who all agreed that it could very well be the absolute worst cheesecake ever made. This was a 30 dollar waste on a 9 inch pie and will probably never order from here again although at least the customer service was satisfactory.",
"Wonderful, plentiful salads. Order 'lunch' size for dinner. Still too much. Sure, it's a chain. Sure, it's formulaic. And so what. Good value for money. And this location, atop Walnut Street, is bold and beautiful. And tacky, of course. Service was great, though a bit overdone, this being the resto's 'soft' opening week and all. Expect crowds after the official opening. Mall people will descend. As for Applebee's next door? Are they packing their bags already? -- Hotspur for The PJ.",
"This location opened on Tuesday... As in they haven't even been opened for a week and you can tell!!! The wait staff is in a frenzy, everything is slow as hell to come out of the kitchen and bar. But in all fairness, I'm used to dining at the Cheesecake Factory in Waikiki (which is the second busiest location behind Vegas) and they have everything down to a science. \n\nThe reason why I didn't rate Cheesecake Factory Philly 4 stars is because there is a learning curve that's happening right now and the presentation of the food was completely impressive. Like I said, I go to Cheesecake Factory often and I'm very familiar with the presentation, but now I know what it's supposed to look like! \n\nThis is the absolute best place to go in a group! There is something for everyone!!!",
"When my coworker suggested we go here for lunch, I couldn't believe it was built already! We stopped in for lunch with only an hour to spare and I was a little worried we would make it back in time. However, I was pleasantly surprised! The staff was very friendly and our server made her present known but didn't hover. I ordered the Beets & Goat Cheese and Edamame. Both dishes were good. My friend got the Turkey Burger, which she enjoyed. For a chain restaurant, this was a good experience. I would definitely return for lunch!",
"Went there for lunch with my husband & my newborn. I loved the food, ambience is pretty nice...we sat on the patio. Would definitely go back again!",
"The food was okay nothing to hype about. The service was slow I waited about 45mins until my food arrived. The staff there are very friendly & opening....The best part was dessert which they are known for Cheesecake.",
"Large portions, that's the good part. I wanted so much to love their cheesecake, but it was frozen several times, dense, and the grahmcracker crust was gooey. One of the worst cheesecakes I've had."
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"So we tried Kona Grill yesterday during happy hour. Happy hour prices on drinks aren't that phenomenal, maybe just a couple dollars off, but the true savings comes on happy hour plates. There are a number of happy hour plates to choose from - lots of sushi rolls and other types of appetizers. Prices seem somewhat high on the regular menu so I'd be more interested in going during happy hour especially for the sushi. \nI posted pictures of what we got, the voodoo roll was by far our most favorite!",
"Great, brand-new addition to Cool Springs area! GORGEOUS decor and nice outdoor patio area w/ fans so comfortable even on warm days. \n\nMy most favorite items on the menu: \nAppetizers\nEdamame w/ Angry sauce on the side - sauce is not too spicy and served warm.\nAvocado Egg Roll (heavier appetizer - best to split with a few people)\n\nMain Entrees\nMiso-Sake SEA BASS!!! Like nothing you've ever had before. (And I love the rice that's served with it too! SO good!)\n\nSushi\nDragon Roll\nVoodoo Roll\nPicasso Roll\n\nHuge rolls, so fresh - wonderful. \nMy son loves the BBQ Chicken Flatbread and the Sweet-Chili Glazed Salmon Salad. \n\nStaff is so friendly and professional. Phillip, the ASST General MGR is wonderful - solidly professional and usually swings by as many tables as possible to say hello and check on guests. AND we loved our waiter - Bennett. Nice job! We'll def be back!",
"First let me say, that the 1 star review is a direct reflection of how rudely we were treated by the same young male manager on both of our visits. The 1 star is not a reflection of the overall establishment. We always like to support restaurants that open up in our city of Franklin. We watched Kona as it was coming along and we were very excited when it finally opened so we went on one of the very first nights. Even though there was some issues with the service just because it was a little chaotic being so new, the attitudes and friendliness of the staff, especially Ike, made up for it. Not to mention how beautiful it is in there. This review would be much too long if I explained what happened on the 1st night so I'll skip right to last night. We decided to have a dinner meeting there with another local restaurant operator and we had a great time for the most part. We had drinks, appetizers and then dinner. When dinner arrived everyone's food was fine except for my husbands. The rice in the Jambalaya on the dish was hard so he asked if they could give him some fresh rice.. Being that rice is a key component in that dish, he waited for the new rice to come before he continued to eat. After a while, the manager came out with a to-go box packed in a to-go bag and set it on the table next to us with the rice in it. This was a clear indication that he thought we should leave and there was no genuine apology at all. He was just really cold to us. Our bill was more than $300 and we chose to go to Kona for the meeting even though there are a lot of restaurants in Cool Springs. To make matters even worse, the rice in the bag was hard too. Thinking about it, they really should have replaced the dish since it's almost impossible to separate rice from the other ingredients in a Jambalaya dish.",
"I came here early in the evening on a Monday night. Lo and behold it was happy hour which is fab! Had 2 white sangrias which were so yummy....I swear there was hardly any wine bc normally I'd feel a bit tipsy after 1. It's ok though bc it was a Monday and well, work demands I wake up in the morning. Go figure. We ordered the avocado egg rolls which came out quick and were nice and hot. Delicious! We then had the coconut shrimp roll which was amazing, along with the checkerboard roll, spicy and totally yummy! Very attentive service. Wasn't sure how it'd be in a mall setting but it was great with the open air seating and had a great vibe! Only down side was the club/dubstep type music that was played a bit loud and not exactly Monday night dinner music at all. Could work on that for sure. We'd definitely go back for the sushi and service in the hopes they eliminate club music.",
"Came here on a team lunch. It was pretty good. The menu is nice and eclectic, definitely something for everyone, if not a little pricey.\n\nMacadamia nut chicken and broccoli chicken stir fry were the popular choices, and no one was disappointed.\n\nThe atmosphere is cool. A slight hint of hipster in the bar, but mostly bright hues of blue and sleek modern nods to the beech.",
"My mom and I just stopped in here for some appetizers and a few glasses of wine for the first time since we saw it opened. Let me just say we LOVED it! Brad was our server in the cocktail area, he was amazing. We love personable and fun servers, especially when they are equally attentive and quick with service!! :) food was amazing, potstickers are to die for! Can't wait to come back for 1/2 off wine bottles! Yes, BOTTLES!! We've found our new regular spot.",
"Met friends for dinner. I had the tomato basil soup and split the Big Kahuna cheeseburger and fries. It was absolutely delicious. The cheeseburger was the best I've ever had. I also had a Sangria - excellent. Our server, George, was the best.",
"Second time here in the last week. The first time (Sunday night) was excellent - the second time (Friday night) was a complete disaster. Took 45 minutes for the first round of drinks to arrive. Management seemed to be very confused and ineffective. Some of the staff did their best to attempt to save the day. Good food - not ready for prime time from a service standpoint.",
"This was the WORST service ever!!! After my husband finished his whole meal plus an appetizer the waiter (Erik) came by very nonchalantly and said he would check on my meal !!! Really???? My husband had appetizers and a whole meal!! Mine was nowhere to be found nor did he care!! I have never given a bad review before but after we told the manager\"Phillip\" all he did was hand us his business card!!! Seriously????\nSince we are empty nesters and pretty much eat out every night, I can 100% guarantee you that we will NEVER go back here!!!",
"Great environment. Beautiful interior. Noisy, lively, happening restaurant with a great menu and bar scene. Our waitress was a doll. Very sweet, sincere, and genuinely interested in our experience. We had the spicy shrimp appetizer (amazing), lobster and tuna flatbread (tasty, very generous portion), and the chilli glazed salmon (my fiancé loved it)! Only one slight mix up at the bar. They added vermouth to his drink and took it out of mine. It was corrected as soon as we notified the waitress. The general manager, Brad, even came out to apologize for the mixup and take the drinks off the bill. Very excited to have a Kona Grill in town. We will be back again!!!"
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"This place sticks out like a sore thumb in such a low key neighboorhood. A little too frat bar-ish at certain times for my taste. It definitely gets loud.",
"Outstanding ahi tuna, nice atmosphere (comfortable yet not a hole in the wall) but terrible lemon drop martinis. Probably a great place for those with a stomach for beer, unfortunately I haven't mastered that art yet so for now, I'll simply enjoy their food, which seems to be on a higher breed of pub food.",
"I recently went to St. Stephens Green for my birthday and was very pleased with the entire experience. On a Friday night in the city, I was able to make a reservation for 12 people. They had a diverse selection of beer that included local, Belgian, and other brews, the food was affordable and tasty (our dishes ranged from chorizo/potato empanadas to homemade gnocchi to quail) and the staff were very friendly and accommodating. St. Stephens Green is a great place for dinner and/or drinks, and it wasn't overly crowded. The only thing I would ask them to do is to add the prices and sizes to the beer menu.",
"Considering St. Stephen's is a block from my front door and consistently has a heady selection of beer, I can't complain too much. That said, the food is really hit or miss. Went in for a burger the other night and ordered it medium. It seemed fine but two bites in I realized it was completely raw and uncooked throughout. Awful. At that point I had basically destroyed the thing and didn't feel like complaining. The waiter offered me a free beer so I obviously took him up on that.\n\nSince the place is less than a year old, they obviously haven't figured out a solid menu offering yet and are constantly updating and changing to work out the kinks. Eventually that might happen, but until then I would only suggest going here if you live in the neighborhood and are desperate for a bite. I also only make it a point to drink the beers because I have heard many complaints about the bartenders' cocktail mixing skills and tasted the worst Bloody Mary of my life there.",
"Okay, I'm a sucker for Irish bars, and I've been to the real St. Stephen's Green in Dublin, which is a very beautiful park and one of the places where the Easter Rising occurred in 1916 (see, I'm a history nerd), so I like this place's name to start with. I'm also more and more pleased with Fairmount the more I walk over to hang out there.\n\nThe bar itself lived up to my expectations. It had the nice wood and brass pub thing going and is spacious. The bartender was from Ireland, and a group of men next to me at the bar all spoke with nice brogues, so I felt right at home. There was also a pretty good beer selection, so I indulged my weakness for Duchesse du Borgogne all night (god, I love sour beers). The menu also looked fantastic. Unfortunately, I wasn't that hungry, so my boyfriend and I just split their braised mushrooms. It was fan-freaking-tastic. The dish was basically a small hollowed-out crusty bread filled with braised mushrooms in a tasty brown sauce with a disc of crispy, browned parmesan cheese as a garnish (which was also yummy). I'm definitely up for going back there at some point and getting a real meal. And, of course, more beer.",
"4.5 stars\n\nThis place was delicious. Our party of two arrived around noon on a Friday. The chicken, chorizo and rice soup was amazing. The spare ribs in basically an asian bbq sauce were amazing as well. I liked my turkey burrito a lot too. The black bottom pecan pie was good, but I'm hard to please since my mom's is so good.\n\nThe servers were all really friendly and were overall excellent. The restaurant is pretty nice inside but I didn't get a chance to check out the bar side. Overall I was really happy with the experience and it was worth the long walk to get there.",
"My husband and I have been there many times and have loved the food, beer and service. It's a great place. Feels like home for one from the UK.",
"I'm new to Philly, so I don't have much to compare my meal and time at St. Stephens Green to...but I very much enjoyed my time there. My friend and I sat outside and still got prompt service. We both had the Apricot Weizens, a sweeter beer than many might like but not overly cloying. I had a special (beef short rib with truffle risotto) which satisfied me very much...though the risotto texture may have been a wee bit funny. My friend had the turkey burrito and loved it, and the fries that came with...I was less impressed by the fries...I prefer a crispy fry to any thing other than that. This is definitely a place where you can eat and drink within your budget (if your budget is about $25) and it's also a place where you can eat and drink beyond said budget. I will definitely go back and try their lamb tacos.",
"My 30th birthday festivities were spent at St. Stephen's Green. We had originally booked another place, and about a week before the party we were given some problems from said place, and we had to seriously scramble. A few friends of mine had already held events at St. Stephen's and recommended it highly. It was a great choice, through and through.\n\nWe were able to procure the entire downstairs, which is very reasonably sized. It was enough to accommodate the 50-60 people in our party, with lots of room to spare. We had a special selection of the menu for the party, which included a list of a ton of appetizers to choose from, and everyone was impressed by the quality of the food.\n\nWe also were able to offer an open bar special, which allowed our guests to pay $25, receive a bracelet, and have unlimited wine, some beers, and some mixed drinks. Not *everything* was offered but I can assure you, that was not an issue for anyone utilizing the open bar option. \n\nLarge plasma televisions showing local sports were on for the duration of the evening, but were not very loud so television watching (or having to scream to be heard) was never an issue.\n\nSt. Stephen's staff also went out of their way to make sure everyone in my party was cared for and tended to. For instance, a guest took the open bar very seriously and got as much for $25 as possible in the four hours of scheduled party time. The staff was attentive to him when he was sick and provided him with cold compresses for his head instead of just booting him out, like a lot of places would do. He was eventually told to leave, but it wasn't in a mean or violent way, like some places tend to do when someone's drank the entire bar dry and wants to share his findings with the table and floor and wall :)\n\nThe reason I have deducted a star is relative to the above. We had our own personal bartender for the evening and while I found him to be very attentive and sweet and all that you want in your party bartender, I couldn't understand how he kept serving the aforementioned person when clearly he had, at a point, had too much. I think that as a bartender, you need to be made aware of what your patrons are up to, and even if someone has already pre-paid for their drinks (as is the case with an open bar), it doesn't mean you should serve a clearly wasted person. After awhile, you have to know when to cut them off. And if you have the good sense to notice that they may be the type of drunk who may put up some sort of fight if you refuse them service, you can always just give him a coke or tonic water or whatever it is they want to drink minus the actual alcohol. If they're that wasted, they'll likely not even know. And in the meantime, you're helping to sober them up or at the very least not let them continue down the path where they're eventually spending the party on the pavement outside.",
"The interior is beautiful. I've heard it was crafted in Ireland, then shipped over here and put together on site. During the winter it was a nice place to sit at one of the fireplace tables and drink dark beer. \nDuring the summer, it is the tables outside on the corner of Green St. that make it a nice place to sit and people watch the dog walkers and passerby. \n\nThe beer selection is good European fare and definitely more diverse than Kellians two blocks over. The bloody mary I had at a pretty sub-standard brunch was dark brown and tasted like bong water and A-1 sauce. The downstairs bar is really cool for those who reminisce of getting shitfaced during Monday Night Football at your friend's basement bar. \n\nThe food, although quite limited, is pretty good. Lamb Tacos or the Warm Spinach Salad stand out nicely, but they really should get a handle on what they want their menu to be. I have enjoyed a few items that have since been replaced by lesser choices. \n\nIt is in the neighborhood, the crowd gets amped for sports, and you can have a good draft beer on a sunny day. That makes it worth stopping through once a month or so."
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"I thought the selection of tapas was great - I've never tasted anything like the Wicked Shrimp, it's delicious. Contrary to the previous review, I thought the pork sliders were amazing. I do wish their happy hour specials lasted a little bit longer, ending them at 6 may get the college crowd but unfortunately doesn't enable a lot of the 8 to 5er's to participate. I would definitely come back, but felt that they were more expensive than the other tapas places in STL.",
"The food is amazing and the restaurant itself is just plain sexy. Chris Lee does an amazing job blending many flavors, but not having them compete with one another. The Cuban pork sliders are a favorite, but what I really love are the lamp chops with this luscious pear salsa. I really have to get 2 orders, because 1 is never enough.\n\nAnd then there are the drinks. Armed with flavors I love, the bartender made me up a drink on the spot, compete with a blue flame being poured into my glass. \n\nThis is officially on my regular rotation.",
"This place has very interesting decor. It's like Goth meets Vampire and Halloween all in one. Very open bar and quaint eating area-about 20 tables.\nVery tasty drink and wine menu with lots of choices. \nThe food was very good. By far the best thing we ate was the Vaca Frita (and I don't eat meat very often). We also really enjoyed the piquillo poppers-roasted red peppers filled with goat cheese, deep fried and served with the most delicious sauce-spicy green devil sauce. I am telling you, I would eat that sauce with a spoon as a soup-YUM, YUM!\nThe Shrimp was also VERY tasty and peppery. WE tried the bleu cheese \"cigars\", puff pastry filled with bleu chz. good, but I like a stronger bleu chz than this was and the puff pastry was so light, it felt like you could eat it for dessert.\nWe tried the cornbread-you can skip that. Also we tried the pork sausage frita mini \"burgers\" with chorizo. Not what we expected. IT was a little patty and we thought it would be shredded pork. It was ok. \nDessert: key lime pie. Yum. and a teeny little serving that capped off our flow of salty, spicy predecessors on the menu.\nThey have a lot of veggie plates, but only 2 seafood plates, fyi. Next time I REALLY want to try the Quinoa stuffed red pepper. mmmm....mmmm...\n\nIT's a great place. Try it and support a local eatery in a growing neighborhood.",
"Atmosphere was good, food was excellent. We arrived just after the 10pm dinning room cut off (which i didn't see listed on the website), so we had to sit at the bar and order from a \"happy hour menu\". The host said the menu was more or less the same, but seemed a bit short to me. However, the food we ordered was amazing, and even better, the drinks were all about $2 off for happy hour and this is where Sanctuaria shines.\nThe bartender was hugely knowledgeable and a real pro at making drinks and making an art of it. The specialty drink list is plentiful and I left with a new soft spot for tequila. \n\nMy only complaint is that I wish there were a few healthier options on the menu, something not deep fried and filled with cheese.",
"Sanctuaria is replaced by what used to be Agave. Being tapas enthusiasts, we decided to give this a try.\n\nCabrales cigars - the phyllo pastry was baked perfectly crispy and the cheese was just really delectable. The sherry was a bit too strong. But overall, my best first bite ever.\n\nSanctuaria crab cake - delectably tender that it fell to pieces when I stabbed my fork into it.\n\nFrita - loved the crispy Cuban sweet roll and the potato shreds, but the hamburger was a little dry for my taste\n\nTostones - they were crispy and delicious. The green sauce (seemed like garlic and parsley dip) was great. The black bean paste was a good complement even though a bit salty.\n\nStuffed eggplant with spicy tomato sauce - yummy! slathered on the spicy tomato sauce and we were happy campers.\n\nOverall: Interesting decor, excellent service, great food despite dryness of the frita. We plan to back again!",
"We arrived at 6:00 to a nearly empty restaurant, but the dining area was pretty full when we left around 7:30. Our group of 4 enjoyed the meal very much. We each ordered two dishes and we all left full. IOur biggest complaint was the faint taste of cooking oil on the crab cakes, but it didn't stop us from eating it! Food isn't delivered at one time, so it gave us time to enjoy without feeling rushed to eat before it cooled. \n\nWe parking in a specified number of assigned spots in a lot behind the building, but street parking was also available.",
"Sactuaria is definitely worth a try! The decor offers a very cool vibe and the food is adventurous. That being said, it's more of a \"gotta try\" place than a \"regular favorite\" in my book. \n\nWe ordered two tapas a piece to share. My absolute favorite was the Vaca Frita with Chimichurri (shredded beef that's flash fried on top of mashed potatoes with the most delicious sauce to round out the flavors). I also enjoyed the blue-cheese goodness of the Cabrales Cigars (blue cheese and leek fondue rolled in phyllo) and the spicy bite of the Frita (ground chorizo and pork sliders). \n\nSince they have a \"mixologist\" I decided I had to try one of their signature drinks first. The specialty drink list takes some studying (it was hard to choose b/c they are all so eclectic). My $10 drink was impressive looking, but disappointing, and I switched to wine with my food. \n\nOverall, a cool place but a tad overpriced. For two people, our bill rounded out around $80 for two tapas and two drinks a piece. Give it a try, though, and see what you think.",
"De-lic-ious. \n\nThis place was so fun and it definately is \"wild.\" \n\n4 of us pretty much ordered everything. Asparagus with duck egg hollandaise sauce, goat cheese fritter (it's hard to get this wrong, but still great), something that ends with \"cigar\" and the ribs were my favorites. The crab cakes are very corny (the vegetable) and I hate to say that there was a tiny piece of crab shell in mine (but that's what we do on yelp). \n\nI'm a wine drinker but the cocktail list looked very interesting...I will have to try \"The Bad Idea\" sometime...\n\nThe ambiance is pretty fun, kind of a \"Day of the Dead\" theme. The staff is really friendly and attentive. \n\nI would definitely recommend this place and I will definitely be going back soon!",
"Maybe I'm spoiled from all of the great tapas places I've been to when living in Chicago, but I just don't get the tapas scene in Saint Louis. Most of the places are very expensive for what you get, including the new Sanctuaria. Almost every selection was over 8 bucks and the food was neither your traditional tapas, or a fun new take on traditional tapas. \n\nChicken strips, a pulled pork sandwich and shredded beef on mashed potatoes were all on the menu. Of course, they weren't described that way, but really you can put lipstick on a pig..but does that turn it into an interesting tapas dish?...no.\n\nI also ordered the featured drink of the day because I read a review that the bartenders there know how to make a good cocktail. The drink was the Gentleman's Touch..and while it was very tasty, and seemingly made with unique ingredients, I felt like I purchased an $8 tiny glass of kool-aid. My portion didn't even fit in a small martini glass.\n\nIn summary, Sanctuaria feels like just another Saint Louis gimmick that is preying upon a population that digs the advancement of the grove area and is gambling that their patrons will like anything with an ethnic flair and nice decoration, and who will pony up their credit cards blindly for it.",
"I have been to Sanctuaria twice and had a good experience both times. The first time was with two friends, and because it was so busy we opted to sit in the tables near the bar. Our waiter was very friendly and informative when we asked his opinions on drinks. \n\nBoth times I believe the service was a bit slow, but in true European fashion, it's one of those places you can sit and enjoy a good conversation with friends. The tapas were mostly good, I think I liked the eggplant dish the most (can't remember the name). I am not a big drinker, I think I got a margarita the first time, and it was great. The second time I got a drink and it was kind of bitter which I didn't enjoy. \n\nOverall, a great place to visit if you're looking for drinks and light food. It's pretty upscale and can be a fun pre cursor to enjoy a night out."
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"Alex is right! Jim's has the best cheesesteaks in Philly. That's all you need to know. Sometimes the line is long, but it's worth the wait.",
"The smell is heavenly here but the cheesesteaks are rather disappointing. Hot steaks and onions grilled then placed on slices of cold cheese and bread. End result is a lukewarm sandwich. I like my sandwiches tight and hot, not loose and greasy. If you're a fan of Potbelly's you would be pretty disappointed at Jim's.",
"Great cheesesteaks in an non-intimidating environment with indoor seating.\n\nMy favorite cheese steaks, the meat is chopped fine and you get cheese options...my favorite being whiz.\n\nNormally a line, so give yourself time to wait at least 10 minutes.",
"Enjoyed a cheesesteak here while visiting Philly. This place cranks out a good sandwich but it is mostly about the place itself. Kind of sloppy and gritty, but in a good, no nonsense kinda way. Wish I could have visited more than once. Be prepared for a line but it moves quickly and gives you a chance to see how to order so you don't hold up the line when it's your turn (there's no tolerance for that here). Enjoy!!",
"Make your order and move along! While waiting 10-15 minutes to get to the front of the line, you better get your order ready. \"American with Unions\" and move along, it's Philly's version of the Steak Nazi who chops up the meat. What made me like it better was seeing the guy place a slab of new beef on the table and WASH his hands before touching the bread when he was putting it together. They don't have any space, unless you go upstairs and wait another 10 minutes, but walk around the area or go around the block to Lombard, and you'll probably find a bench to sit and watch people passing by while you eat.",
"The wait sucks, but the cheesesteaks rock. Plus you get plenty of eye candy from the street scene so you're not bored.",
"You know that theory of little hole in the wall being the best places? Well after hitting Geno's and Pat's I thought Jim's being in the better neighborhood would be the inferior product but how wrong I was! The wait was a bit more then other places but the cheesesteak was awesome! I love mayo so when I can slather some mayo with the greasiness of a cheesesteak I can't resist! I recommend Jim's as my second choice for cheesesteaks especially if you don't feel like going down to the area Pat's is in.",
"My all-time favorite cheesesteak! Gimme a steak with whiz and 'shrooms, and lemme grab a table upstairs.\r\n\r\nGo on a weeknight around 8 or 9 to skip the lines.",
"\"It's a lot more convenient to just go here for some cheese steaks if you are in town because it's on the hustle bustle of South Street. You can get two things down if you don't have the time to do the Pat's and Geno's tasting.\nLooks like a normal diner from the outside.\nLine moves fairly quickly.\n\nWe went for the heck of it and loved it!\nWe think the EXTRA WHIZ did it though.\nSo make sure to ask for EXTRA whiz.\nNothing else on top. Lots of options but don';t do it.\"",
"The line was long but the wait was entertaining because they've got a TON of memoriabilia on the walls. Like a photo of Larry King (before he had grey hair) skydiving while eatting a cheesesteak from Jims. And a sign that says some crazy guy ate 11 cheesesteaks in 1 1/2 hours.\n\nSo I worked up my hunger as I waited and contimplated my order (I got provolone, mushrooms and onions) and then I looked for a table upstairs. After I finised my cheesesteak in about 45 minutes I began to wonder how ANYONE could ever eat 11 in double the time! I was definitelly stuffed for the rest of the night!\n\nThe best cheesesteak? Don't know...haven't been to Pat's or Geno's yet."
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"THIS IS A MUST GO TO COFFEE SHOP!\n\nIt has an awesome atmosphere, that is so comfy with all of the thrift shop furniture, and very eclectic decor. It is an independently owned coffeehouse, with the best owners ever! They are always doing fundraisers for various causes, and support local artists by letting them hang and sell their artwork there. Last year the Flying M raised over $26,000 for AIDS research. AMAZING!!! \nThey roast their own coffee beans, and yes THEY DO FAIR TRADE. They make really yummy lattes with excellent foam art, and they also make all of their pastries there. mmmmmmm........\nThere is also a cool little gift shop located right inside with the best unique gifts around. Really funny and cool stuff. Great music is always playing there as well.\nI worked there for 4 years, and still do on occasion when I visit because I loved it so much. \nI think everyone should visit this coffee shop because it ROCKS MY SOCKS!",
"\"Sometimes you want to go\nWhere everybody knows your name\nAnd they're always glad you came\nYou want to be where you can see\nOur troubles are all the same\nYou want to be where everybody knows your name\"\n\nThis is me singing. : D\n\n(Trust me...you don't want to hear me sing!)\n\nFlying M is where I guarantee:\n\n1) Everybody knows your name, and\n2) They're always glad you came\n\nThis is truly one of the cutest, coolest, hippest, artsy fartsy coffeehouses I've had the pleasure of hanging out in. The coffee is not up to my standards, but then I am a coffee snob (or just a snob). But everything else that's good about Flying M makes up for it.",
"Great place!\n\nThe baristas were very helpful and knowledgeable about the drinks they offered and were very cheerful while I was there. The decor is appropriate for a college-town coffee shop - which lends to lots of eye candy.\n\nI was surprised with the hot chocolate I ordered. It was by far the best one I've had in a long time - it tasted more like a melted chocolate bar than packetized powder.\n\nOne star more for Tilt - not that it's needed. I just really felt really welcome at the Flying M.",
"The place has good coffee, but the space is very worn out and has been there for a while and calling eclectic is being nice. I would get another a coffee drink there but wouldn't spend anytime hanging out at all, yes the owners a extremely philanthropic.",
"Ahhhhh...the Flying M...how do I love thee? Let me count the ways!\n\nThis is hands down my favorite coffee house in Boise. I frequent this place and can honestly say...I have never once smelled man ass (as someone else mentioned) while enjoying my cuppa. Clearly, the ambiance is not going to please everyone. It's eclectic in the extreme (I would say it even leans toward the bohemian), which is why I like it...but, obviously, this kind of atmosphere is rather polarizing (you either love it or hate it, it seems). \n\nIn pleasant weather, I will generally sit out front on the benches (they have tables positioned in front of the benches) and enjoy my coffee where the people watching is prime. Inside, they have a library of reading materials to choose from along with an incredibly casual atmosphere where on any given evening (yes...I drink coffee morning, noon, AND night) one can find card/board games underway, great tunage playing, and above all else INCREDIBLE coffee! Because, let's face it, atmosphere aside, it's all about the coffee! And, boy, do they have it. I purchase their beans (locally roasted) which are fabulous and their coffee drinks are the best in Boise, in my opinion (my current obsession is their iced-skinny-caramel-mocha...to DIE for). In addition to fabulous coffee, they have a case full of tasty treats--from cookies, to cake, to turnovers--that are baked in house. I fancy their tomato/pesto turnover with my second fav being the ham/cheddar turnover and on the rare occasion I absolutely adore their sour cream chocolate cake--while my husband enjoys their 5 food group cookies (featuring the five food groups: veggies, fruit, dairy, grain, and chocolate, of course) or their raspberry shortbread.\n\nTheir baristas are always fast and friendly...and on top of everything else are practiced in latte art! What is it about a pretty little heart drawn in my foam that just makes me happy? I don't know...but it does!\n\nBottom line? If the atmosphere isn't to your liking, get some coffee and cookies to go--you won't regret it.",
"I hate to waste my 100th review on a coffee shop in Boise, but I'm here for 10 hours and I have nothing to do before the two meetings I scheduled before I fly back to Seattle in 8 hours. \n\nThere is no man-ass here. In fact, there are no men. It's 10am and there are bunches of middle-aged women drinking coffee and eating chocolate cake. Sounds like something I would do. Regardless, this place is bustling! A mixture of families, friends, younger folks working on laptops, people gathered for informal meetings. \n\nI'm drinking an iced mocha because it is hot as hell here and it's pretty mediocre. Only two shots and the 16oz glass is more like 20oz so it tastes more like milk than coffee. My marionberry scone is kind of dry and there weren't enough berries, but the COOKIES look amazing and the pastry case is quite tempting. \n\nI'm totally digging the music and I love the quarter of the space that is a gift shop. I can't wait to go poke around- I have a feeling I'm going to find some really great stuff. From my current vantage point, I spy an \"Art-o-Mat\" vending machine, a funky sunglasses stand, anti-Bush paraphernalia, and party hats. Neato! \n\nOh, and I just realized that one of the six people I know in Boise happens to be sitting at the table next to me. How weird is that?!",
"Great latte, nice location....I like a bit more of an edginess to my coffee shops. Only been there once, will go back",
"Of the downtown coffee shops, this'd be the hippie-est coffeehouse. Oddly large inside, it's best known for people sitting outside of it at all hours of the day (compare with, e.g., the Thomas Hammer by the Post Office). Coffee is fine, staff is friendly, no complaints.",
"Good coffee and pastries but always busy, so if your looking for a quick cup of joe, probably not the place to go. Gift shop is cool and the take one/leave one book idea is great. So if you're not in a hurry, relax and enjoy the atmosphere and friendly service.",
"I have been coming to this place for many years. I used to sit for five hours plus toiling away at transcripts and would basically just move my office to the spot closest to an outlet -- there weren't many back then and I would have to crawl on the dirty floor to get to it to boot.\n\nBut, with that being said, their coffee is decent, the atmosphere is great, you have a ton of different people who come in during the day (lawyers, athletes, politicians, hipsters, hippies, yuppies, yippies, punks, college kids -- I hope I covered most of them), so the people watching is top-notch.\n\nI don't know if it is the same, but I used to be able to go get a couple slices of pizza from Guido's and eat it in there while I worked away. I thought that was especially cool. As far as tasty drinks go though, I still prefer a Bowl of Soul from Java -- so good."
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"But in all fairness, the place just opened. The food was pretty good but the service needs to improve greatly if the place wants to stay opened and busy. I had a reservation for 7 pm and did not get seated until almost 7:20. There were walkins who got seated before me. We waited to get served, the staff could not decide who was going to wait on our table (the debate lasted for about 10 minutes). Once they decided, our drink orders took longer than our appetizers to come to the table (we ordered one mixed drink and two glasses of wine). We had to wait even longer for the water that we requested. They were out of two entrees and the key lime pie.\n\nLike I said, the place just opened and I am willing to give it another try but two strikes and you are out. There are so many good places to eat between Wilmington and Philadelphia I will not waste my time or money on a not so good place.\n\nI think this could be a real winner for happy hour on a Friday though!!",
"We went to Harvest the other night and our experience was mixed. I'll admit that the food was good. However, even though they just opened, the service SUCKED. They really need to get it in order. While we were waiting for our seats (20 minutes after our reservation), I ordered two 7 ounce glasses of white wine at the bar after waiting 10 minutes to get attention. The bartender, 5 minutes later, brought me 1 ounce of red wine and 3 ounces of white wine. I was totally like WTF brosef. Unforunately, despite my urgent pleas to understand what the hell he brought to me, he ignored me, despite the fact I was slamming my fist on the bar like a jackhammer. I eventually gave up and walked away from the bar with 4 free ounces of wine, so that was pretty cool.\n\nWhen we actually were seated and ate the food was good. We got a shrimp, lime, and tomato appetizer which was great... The flavors were excellent. We also got the unfried potato wedges which tasted good with the accompanying sauce. After our starting dish, the waiter, who looked like a drugged-out Harrison Ford, got two inches away from my face asking me how good it was upon completion. I swear he was going to lick the side of my lips to taste the dribble of lime vinegar that in the corner of my mouth. Then, an half hour later, we received our entree, both of them came out chilled like they were sitting on the service bar for about 30 minutes. My girlfriend asked to reheat her lasanga, which looked more like a burrito, and they bring her back one half instead of two. That was fantastic - Yeah, we didn't notice that was missing. \n\nThey really need more waitstaff. I mean it was probably the most pathetic and understaffed group of donks I've seen in the history of restaurant dining. If you're going to open restaurant, have it appropriately staffed. Really. After we had our six dollar peach stuffed with italian ice, we ready to bounce. However, that was when the night really got interesting. \n\nFrom the moment we finished our coffee and dessert to the point we left the restaurant, it was over 30 minutes. No joke. There was a moment about 20 minutes after we finished were we see our waiter, after he had served one-third of the restaurant along with the 3 other waiters covering the 200+ dining that Friday night, where we said, \"dude, take our credit card.\" He takes it, puts it on the corner of the table and says, \"no, I'll bring you the check, then you give me the card.\" I almost crapped a brick. Is this guy of the same mental aptitude of Corky from Life Goes On? There's great potential at Harvest but they need to fix the service issue. How about you train your staff and start with the right number over waiters. I know nothing about the restaurant industry. All I know is whoever is running this operation has the IQ of my dongle.",
"Dave Magrogan and Dana Farrell have collaborated to create an intriguing new restaurant format focused on a few simple concepts: 1) local, sustainable ingredients 2) sensible food preparation to keep the calorie count down and 3) a well-appointed list of wines to pair with the exquisite food. Set in an old Gap location in a suburban strip mall, Harvest is a welcome introduction to a community populated by chain restaurant options. Don't come to Harvest expecting fried foods or dishes cooked in butter. If you're looking for a menu created on locally-produced and sustainable items, most often grilled, then Harvest is the place for you. This large, warm dining room is complemented with an open-air kitchen and a large 360 wine bar. The atmosphere is electric when the room is full, but diners can still hear the people across the table.\n\nStart with one of the delicious flatbread appetizers and try one of the outstanding salads. My favorite isthe \"Nutty Watermelon\" with Bibb Lettuce, Arugula, Avocado, Mango, Crushed Nuts, Lime Vinaigrette. \n\nIf you are willing to exceed the 500 calorie limit, then give one of the burgers a try. The bison burger is particularly appealing. The salmon and jerk-roasted chicken are certain to be crowd-pleasers. There are even 3 vegetarian items from which to choose. If you have food issues, be sure to ask your server who will be happy to consult with the chef to build a dinner suitable for your requirements!\n\nGiven that this is only week 3 of operation, Harvest is still working out some of the kinks related to service, but I expect that to be resolved in short order. I understand that Dave Steiger, formerly of Vintage Wine Bar in Center City, is running the operation. His touch is most evident in the smart wine choices. \n\nI suspect some will be critical of portion sizes, but these people need to stop judging food according to \"Cheescake Factory\" standards. If you want to be realistic about calorie intake, portion size is a real concern.\n\nI expect much from this appealing newcomer! reservations available on OpenTable.com",
"Ate at Harvest last Wednesday. It was waaaaay too early to evaluate this place. They didn't have their full menu available yet. Our server was completely incapable of handling his section and other servers had to pick up his slack. We asked for three different bottles of wine before we found one they actually had in stock.\n\nOn the plus side... it's really pretty inside. I love the local harvest concept and some of our food was very good. I had some fantastic scallops with grilled pineapple. The pineapple had liquid smoke on it which is, of course, ridiculous. Grilled pineapple is perfect all by itself. \nThis was all on a bed of whole wheat orzo and spinach with diced bell peppers. The peppers overwhelmed the dish. It would have been perfect with just the spinach. The orzo added nothing.\n\nThe skirt steak had nice flavor but the potato wedges were severely undercooked.\n\nThe nutty watermelon salad..... fantastic. \n\nI would consider going back in a few months so I can check out the rest of the menu. By then they should have worked out a lot of the service and kitchen kinks. \n\nI was also surprised that for a brand new restaurant, there was no manager in sight and no one checking on the tables to see how the customers were doing. In fact, I never even hear the phrase \"and how is everything this evening?\"\nHopefully they work all of this out soon. It seems like it has a lot of promise, but the execution is currently mediocre at best.",
"I guess a couple weeks makes a lot of difference. I have gone there to eat twice this past week. Once was on a Monday night and Saturday for lunch. We were seated immediately. I loved everything I ordered. I had the flat bread, humis and shrimp with crab meat and tomatoe for appetizers and the grilled veggie with goat cheese sandwich and tofu tacos. What I like about this restaurant is their use of all organic food and the low caloric count for each entree. The servers were attentive and prompt. The food arrived in a timely manner. The servers were friendly and enthusiatic. The only negative thing I have to say is one of our servers was difficult to understand which was compounded by the backround noises. \n\nThe decor is awesome. I can't believe it used to be a GAP.\n\nI have already made plans to return again soon with friends.",
"Overall, it wasn't so horrible...but I do have to state the issues. First, they wouldn't let my 26 year old fiancé get a beer because she didn't have her ID. Second, they brought me a beer with no glass, which then took two waitresses to finally bring the glass. Third, they brought us the wrong food and acted like they were right and we we wrong. Fourth, once our food did come out, it took me half of my burger to realize I was eating my fiance's burger because they gave us the wrong ones (I had bison and she had cow). And fifth, the desserts were lacking much of anything. Now I will say the place was very asthetically pleasing and we were seated right away because of our res, but it doesn't really compare to the overall quality of Seasons 52 which they are obviously trying to copy. So even though the food was a B, overall it gets about a B- or C+ from me.",
"Went to Harvest for lunch today and tried a bunch of stuff. Not sure it's my type of food but I was very impressed that 90% of the dishes were under 500 calories, that it's all mostly local farm fresh and organic food, which was really nice. \n\nFirst we had \"Nutty Watermelon Salad\" which was really nice, fresh watermelon with bibb lettuce, nuts, avacado and mango with lime dressing. Very refreshing. Then we tried a flatbread, caprese which was plum tomatoes with a little itty bitty bit of mozz cheese on a flatbread which was strangely related to matzo, but in a good way I think. Thinner. Then, we split the crabcakes and corn on the cob, which was \"ok.\" The chocolate mousse was pretty good but not the best - it was a little heavy and a little sour, I think it was cream cheese but my friend said there was no cream in it, that's why it tasted that way (and she's a fab baker.)\n\nThe service was really good, however. And it's pretty in there.\nNot overwhelmed, but I'd give it another go.",
"I really wanted to like this place. It sounds like exactly the kind of food I like to eat/cook, and I appreciate the effort to be a little healthier. It infuriates me when restaurants just pile on cheese and grease and salt to make mediocre food taste good. The problem is, if you're not going to do that, you have to actually know how to cook. \n\nFirst we had the \"bento box,\" a tray of four season salads- this one was a fennel salad, a tomato-cucumber salad, chickpeas and carrots. First of all... the carrots were those extruded oblong baby carrots they put in kids' lunches. I wondered which of the \"Local, Seasonal Farms\" had grown these obviously processed, mealy carrots. I liked the Moroccan seasoning a lot, but it was just a nice dressing dumped on some month-old Acme carrots. (maybe try getting real carrots, and slice them in thin planks or matchsticks?) The fennel salad was also really disappointing. I *love* fennel, so I was happy to see it there, but someone who designed that salad just wasn't thinking. It should either be sliced very thin or it should be cooked, not in big raw fibrous chunks. More importantly, there wasn't enough of anything else in the salad... it was pretty much a bowl of raw fennel, more like an ingredient than a dish. (If the fennel was sliced thin, and there was some fruit or something sweet that might make it a good dish. Did anyone in the kitchen taste this? Maybe someone cut the fennel up to put in a soup and then decided to this with it instead. I can't figure out why they did it this way) \n\nThe tomato-cucumber salad was similar- the cucumber was in big unwieldy chunks and the tomatoes weren't cut up at all, and they were in a standard balsamic vinaigrette. I was hoping for an interesting dressing, some basil, even some salt would have helped. The chickpeas I can't remember anything about other than the fact that I wished t hey were served warm. It came with a plate of chips that couldn't really be incorporated into the salads... also the presentation of the chips was pretty poor. (The salads in the bento box did look really cute, though) This whole dish really upset me because little vegetable salads like this could be so good, and they're not hard to do- just get good ingredients, cut them properly, and spend a few seconds thinking about what would taste good. \n\nWe also had the shrimp spring roll. There wasn't anything really wrong with it, I was just hoping it would have some taste. Maybe an herb, or something spicy, The shrimp in the roll were good actually, they tasted like shrimp and often restaurants use those bland tasteless shrimp. There were some nice vegetables in there, and I wish they'd cut them in half so we could see them instead of these plain beige rolls on the plate. That just seems obvious. \n\nI had the chicken flat bread, which had poblano and black beans and pepper jack cheese. I ordered this because seeing poblano on the list gave me hope that it might have some taste. The flat breads are really flat. Seriously, the bread itself is very thin and there are barely any toppings. I was hoping there would be pepper, and maybe some shredded chicken. The chicken was that frozen, cubed chicken out of a big bag, and there were a few black beans and a very thin layer of cheese. I had also considered the caprese flat bread, but I saw a few go by, and they had these very thin slices of sad pale tomatoes. It's late July. You can find better tomatoes. I am sure no \"Local Farm\" grew those tomatoes. \n\nMy mom had the scallops, and she thought they were cooked well enough. They came with \"grilled pineapple\", which was actually raw pineapple with liquid smoke. Why would anyone do that? It was bizarre, you taste this fresh, raw pineapple and smell this fake-bacon smokey taste, and they're totally unrelated, like you're tasting one thing and smelling another. There's no caramelization or anything on the pineapple so the smokey taste (smell) doesn't really make sense. Why not just grill it?! It's the easiest thing to do! The orzo the scallops were on top of was really awful. It tasted like dishwater. \n\nI'm sure I'll be back, though, it's a great location, the patio looks really nice, the restaurant itself is really well designed, the service was good. And I'm sure there's something on the menu they do well... Maybe as time goes on they'll develop some relationships with farmers and get decent produce? I just find it really offensive and insulting to be told over and over that they're all about local, season food, to have them list farms on their menu, and then get the food and it's so apparent their ingredients are really poor quality.",
"Was leary about attending this restaurant, saw many critical reviews. This newly opened restaurant must have paid attention to the crticism. The help couldn't have been more attentive, friendly or professional, especially Maureen. The food was awesome, gigantic menu, and by the way reasonably priced. Lastly, this place is beautiful, super bar, cool decor and outside dining. If you're looking for a healthy meal with great atmosphere, we highly recommend this place.",
"Here are my problems with this restaurant:\n1) Did not receive main course until 45 min. after we ordered (5 people)\n2) Blinding sun came in through the front glassed entryway at 7:45PM. Some shades are in order, I had to sit there with my sunglasses on.\n3) Flatbread was tasty but way overpriced (Greek - $9) for the size (thin like a cracker) and sparse toppings.\n4) Portions were VERY small, thus the 500 calorie count.\n5) We could not get a hold of our waiter after we were long finished dessert to get the check and had to have another waiter flag him down. \n\nHaving said all of that. We were for the most part happy with the taste of our meals - except for the size:\nTofu Tacos (very spicy, side salad very bland)\nVeggie Lasagna\nAngus Beef steak\nKnife and Fork chicken sandwich.\n\nMay try again in Fall with new menu but will be smarter about where I sit (away from front glass window) and what I order - and not go so hungry."
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"Paris Bistro only opened a week ago but I hope it becomes a permanent fixture in Chestnut Hill. The food is amazing. The crab cakes were the best I've ever tasted, fresh, light, and tender. My only regret is that I didn't try more from the menu. The portions are definitely \"European-sized,\" so don't forgo a starter and a side or two with your entree. You will also have room for a delicious dessert, so don't skip it! The decor made us feel like we were back in Paris, and the jazz music playing in the background was a nice touch. The basement will soon be a live jazz venue, as well. The bar was lively and I highly recommend the signature \"Coupe de Grace\" cocktail. It was a bit noisy because of so many conversations, but that didn't detract from our experience. Our only complaint was that we overheard a manager (at least that's who we thought it was) telling our waiter to \"hurry up and get their dessert orders\" as a line of diners waiting to eat was forming at the front. The waiter didn't really make an attempt to get coffee/after dinner drink orders and our dessert did come out quickly. But he was polite and attentive and I think this is just the restaurant getting the hang of a busy Saturday night. I think that if you have a Paris-style restaurant you should be prepared to have diners who keep their table for much longer than a typical restaurant--after all, lingering over a good meal with good company without feeling rushed is part of what makes the experience. (And the longer you stay the more you eat and drink!) So, despite that, I definitely plan to return and I can't recommend it enough. Definitely a new favorite.",
"Great atmosphere, unlike anything else in Chestnut Hill and environs. Terrific, professional waitstaff. Unfortunately, Special Prix Fixe meal on Valentines Day evening, 2 weeks after opening, though well presented, left a lot in the kitchen. I know it's a busy night, but details like temperature (and for heaven's sake, freshness!) separate good restaurants from fern bars. That said, I hope to try them again after they've had some time to hit their stride, and on a regular-menu night. It's a great idea, and CH is just the place for it. \n\nIn general, the breads were lackluster. The amuse bouche, four bite size pastries, came out too cold (they felt like they didn't quite have a chance to fully come to temperature from the freezer--and had the deflated quality of a frozen pastry) The escargot, were a little mushy, and had plenty of garlic, but were somehow still bland--topped with a forgettable crouton, and came out of the kitchen way too hot! The warm bread and butter was the big disappointment, though. It was hard and dry at the edges--not the crisp/chewy feeling of Parisian breads--again, feeling a bit like a baguette that's been re-warmed after spending a few days in the freezer. If your name is \"Paris\", you have GOT to get the bread right! \n\nThe cauliflower and Comte custard with sweet pea and caramelized onion was tasty, but not \"wow\". A delightful, palate-cleansing beet, ginger, and caviar intermezzo was the best part of the meal. It was beautiful and perfectly balanced. \n\nThe duck breast with spinach, mashed potato and a cherry sauce was perfectly fine, well cooked, but a little too cool--it felt like it sat a little long. The butternut squash ravioli was pretty good, but approaching pumpkin pie in character, which completely overwhelmed the delicate sauce and mushrooms--plus the whole thing was again way too hot, and had a strange glazed appearance, as if the sauce had been poured and THEN the dish had been heated (no no no).\n\nFor dessert, lemon and blackberry parfait was unsubtle, and didn't feel freshly prepared. An assortment of macaroons tasted almost stale and chewy. \n\nWe're pulling for this place. We expected a lot with the Heirloom lineage. The waitstaff was really impressive, the atmosphere lovely and layout sensitively composed. The food, though, needs to meet a higher standard. At this price point, the competition is stiff. There are a lot of really outstanding restaurant meals on offer in Philadelphia. I hope that once the kinks are worked out, Paris, like Heirloom, will be among them.",
"Excellent meal. Had the steak frites. My wife had short rib. Both were very good. Great atmosphere. Great drinks from the bar. Will definitely be back to try more.",
"This is more of a 3.5 star review. \n\nMy husband and I had a reservation for Paris Bistro last night. I was thrilled to try it as I have been anticipating their opening for quite a bit! We were seated right away, but there was a crowd of sour looking people waiting as we were being seated (either a large party waiting for a table or a bunch without reservations). A tip: reservations are crucial. They are on OpenTable, so make sure to use it!\n\nService- our server was friendly but not overly chatty. It was a busy night; I'm sure she was spread thin. The server at the table next to us was much more thorough with her table, and I found myself wishing we had been seated in her section.\n\nAtmosphere- the restaurant was very well done. Beautiful decor, however it was incredibly loud since there was nothing to absorb the crowded chatter; the floors were hard wood and the ceiling was tiled (exquisitely so, but just bounced all of the noise right down on us).\n\nPrice- probably what you would expect (we had 2 drinks each, plus we each had an appetizer, entree and dessert), however portions were small and we left feeling like our meal did not nearly justify a $150 check. \n\nDrinks- they have the usual craft beer selection. I had the coupe de grace & a glass of champagne which were both too sweet for my liking.\n\nFood- my husband had the lobster bisque which was delicious (in his words \"better than Gypsy Saloon/Stella Blu but not better than Capital Grille\"). I started with the escargots, which were good but the first time I've ever tried them so I have no frame of reference. For entrees, we ordered both of the specials: the crepe du jour (short rib and celery root) and cote du boeuf. The crepe was good, but the filling lacked much meat and the sauce was terribly under-seasoned. My husband was never asked how he would like his steak cooked so they just cooked it rather well-done (way too overdone for my taste), but he still said it was good (not great). The dessert was by far the best part of the meal- good coffee + almond cake for me and creme brûlée for my husband. I think I'd come here just for dessert! The table next to us agreed- the food was so-so but the desserts shined!\n\nI will definitely be back, as there was much on the menu that I'd like to try, but it will most likely never beat our favorite, Bistro la Minette off of South Street. I really look forward to the opening of their jazz cafe!",
"This place is not closed on Sunday, yelp is wrong. In fact they have a jazz brunch on Sunday. Very cute atmosphere, attentive, friendly service and good food. Interesting wine and cocktail menu. This place is here to stay!",
"Since Chestnut Hill is by far my favorite part of the city, I am always glad when a good restaurant opens. I have been to Paris Bistro twice. Overall a great experience. The staff is obviously trained to be attentive and friendly and they do a great job. I have had 2 dinners. The Rotisserie chicken was perfect as were the accompanying vegetables. Last night, I had the Crepe du jour. Crab and rice. It was delicious. The lobster bisque and the French onion soup are outstanding also. I only have 2 gripes. 1: They are extremely busy and all of the little mistakes that occur in a busy restaurant are occurring (having to wait beyond reservation time, people bumping into you and your table, noise etc). 2: Both times I have been there, I have had to sit near the entrance. And even though they have a curtain to guard from the cold, you get a blast of cold air every time the door opens. Overall, they are doing a great job and the food has been magnifique!",
"Appetizers, the cheese selection , dinners and desserts were delicious!\nThe service was excellent . We will be regulars!",
"Beautiful restaurant, excellent service, and delicious food. A perfect location for having dinner with friends or family. Not sure how authentically \"French\" it is... but it doesn't matter, the food is very good, there's a nice wine selection and the atmosphere is charming. If you're staying at the Chestnut Hill Hotel next door you'd be silly for not trying this new gem in the neighborhood!",
"What's not to like? Nothing like this in Chestnut Hill; a great addition. Very cosy with an adventurous bistro menu. Could maybe use a few more wine glass pours, but what they had was solid. Wonderful, small bar and attentive staff. Me like.",
"We had a party of 6. We had made a reservation for 4 on open table but theywere very accomodating when we called to increase. Reservatons are a must. Our waiter was 100% attentive. We had delcious appetizers..good bread...crab cakes, crepes, steaks and ribs. Desserts delcious also. The atmosphere and decor is just what Chestnut Hill needed. The jazz bar downstairs was setting up........it may be open."
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"This restaurant sits right on the bay and has a beautiful view. If you sit near a window, you'll occasionally see dolphins swimming about. I love it - its exactly what you expect out of a Florida restaurant.\nEverything is really good here but if its in season - order the Stone Crab Claws, do not pass go, do not collect $200. You can not miss this yummy yummy treat. I could never pass it up.",
"Our vendors took us out here for lunch while we were there for business, and it was incredible! I don't really know what to expect from places that are attached to a hotel, but this place will not disappoint you. Our waiter was very attentive. Our vendors let my boss and I sit facing the bay, and it was just a very scenic view. It's kind of cool if you get to see the lightning storms, too. They make this very tasty raspberry iced tea, and I knew that I would be impressed from the start. We had a sampler of appetizers, a seared ahi tuna, calamari, pot stickers, and oysters. The calamari was prepared in strips that looked like french fries, and they were the perfect texture. It wasn't overly chewy or strechy - just right. It's got to be some of the best calamari I've ever had. The oysters were in the shell but mixed in with seaweed or spinach and cheese. I also had the lobster tail and crabcake special. Seeing those crab flakes of non-imitation crab, was appealing in itself. As stuffed as I was I made sure I ate my entire meal, and did not care that I overate. Plus, the cappuccino is one of the smoothest you will ever taste. Believe me, this set a really tough precedent for the rest of the places I was to eat at in Tampa. By far, the best! It's even better when you don't have to foot the bill!",
"If you are looking for a great view over the bay with excellent service (incl. free valet parking) this is a great place to visit. In winter one can sit on the patio-very nice! The food is pretty good and fairly pricey. The best deal is probably Sunday Brunch, where for about $37 one gets all-u-can-eat buffet including oysters and allucandrink (keep the Sheriffs in mind!) sparkling wine (they may call it champagne, but is of course is not...but it is better than Andre Pink Champagne). The buffet is decent with a lot of items ranging from breakfast fare to lunch items and meats. There is also a nice selection of cakes and other desserts. Some points could be improved: The cheese selection is on the mediocre/american-made side (there are a few standard euro cheeses, but nothing exciting). There is no good ham/prosciutto selection either. The oysters are usually very small and not very tasty (I guess they keep the best ones for the $13/half-dozen appetizer..he..he...), but do the job on Sunday morning. Waffles are made with standard waffle-mix, and taste exactly like what you get in complementary motel breakfasts. All said and told, this is a nice place, best enjoyed during the day (due to the nice view) offering a decent food experience.",
"*Review may be skewed because i didn't pay!*\nWanna splurge for a first class Sunday Brunch with your special someone? Then bing, this is IT!\nFrom the moment you arrive (behind the Hyatt,way behind) you can appreciate the Oystercatchers.The valet is very professional,they even knew what car i drove when we left.Dining room has a very lovely view of the serene bay through huge windows.Make your way to the fantastic buffet to indulge on the 20 or so dishes/side dishes,or grab some superb Prime Rib with x-tra horse radish.Ask for their sweet Mimosa's or Bloody Mary's, and they will not stop bringing them to you.Nice touch!\nOne of those great moments for me where you go to a posh place like this,and don't have to pay! Thanks Ross and Nikita!",
"This is my all time favorite restaurant in the Tampa Bay area! I go there with my parents almost every time I go down to Florida to visit them. We love to celebrate special occaisions here because everything about this place (food, service and atmosphere) is top notch.\n\nThe seafood is amazing and fresh. The chefs really know what they are doing here. You will not be disappointed!\n\nThe staff is super friendly and attentive. Many of the waitstaff have been there for several years, so they are professionals.\n\nThe atmosphere cannot be beat. If you can, make your reservations well in advance and request a table near the windows that overlook the bay - you can't beat the view at sunset (once when I was there, we witnessed an amazing thunderstorm out over the water)! Most of the tables offer a lovely view, but the best seats in the house are nearest to the windows.\n\nI highly recommend this place for Mother's Day brunch as well - we've done that 2 years in a row now and they truly offer the most amazingly fresh and extensive brunch I've ever seen offered anywhere.\n\nThis place has been and will surely remain for many years to come, my favorite restaurant in Tampa...a true gem amidst a sea of endless chain restaurants that dot the landscape of the Tampa Bay area.",
"Wow. That's all I have to say. From the moment our huge group pulled up to the front of Oystercatchers, I was impressed. The stunning waterfront location, the calming feel of the restaurant, the attentiveness of the staff. Just really impressive! And that's even before we started eating! We were a group of 17 people so we had our own private room and two of the best servers! As we looked at the menu, they suggested we order their appetizer sampler so we got 4 of them for the table. It came with delicious crabcakes, oysters Rockefeller, jumbo shrimp and their calamari. All were amazing! For my main entree, I had their organic cashew crusted snapper. It was cooked to perfection and came on a bed of roasted hearts of palm and little grape tomatoes. Everyone seemed very happy with their meals, which with a table of 17 is pretty rare! It was a little on the pricey side, but for the view, the service & the food, it was definitely well worth it!",
"UUHH MA GAWD Does Hyatt Corporate know that their servers were only charging $45 for Sunday Brunch???!!!!\n\nOkay first all the \"need to knows\": the property sits right on the waters, picturesque. The dining rooms were modern with dark wood furniture with white linen drapes so clean and sleek. Very nice.\n\nThe service was very attentive. At our table of 6, throughout our dining experience we had four people come to our table.\n\nNow, the important stuff:\nTypical filler stuff as you first walk in. Bagels, pastries, croissants. (avoid- starches take up space and eventually expands)\n\nAlthough lovely choices, salads: casear (anchovies optional), pear/dried cherry arrugula salad, heirloom mozza, spinach. \nfiller food.\n\nBeautiful fruits: slice melons, madarinquats, fresh prunes, \nmore filler.\n\nPasta station: spinach gnocchi with sun dried tomatoes and a penne something, I didn't bother. All filler filler filler, just avoid.\n\nFolks, if you go to the buffets avoid the filler, that's all in the first 1/3 to 1/2 of the offerings.\n\nOn to the good stuff:\nAt the raw bar, there were crab claws, succulent shrimp cocktail, the big voluptuous oysters, crab salad and tuna poke or something. ahhh\n\nomlette station had organic eggs with suggested combos like proscuitto with figs and 4 cheeses. The omlette maker was too slow. They used quail eggs as display and I was the wise guy that asked if I could have a quail omlette.\n\nthe carving station was probably the weakest station, with only 1 choice: roast beef. BUT, there was the most delicious chili jam I've ever tasted. \n\nDUDE, build your own guacamole station. I just scooped the mashed avocados on my plate. Yum!\n\nMore stuff in the center of the room, sausage, bacon, benedict, mashed potatoes. You get the idea, I could go on for days describing the vast abundance of food. I did not run out of choices. I only ran out of room.\n\nEndless mimosas, coffees and blood marys\n\nIts all good.",
"Hidden at the Hyatt near the bungalows I stayed at in Tampa. Enjoyed the experience. I do not eat bread but you have to try it with the salt. I had the snapper which was good. Crab cakes for appetizers nothing to write home about. Would go back.",
"Tampa's hidden treasure. Soon as you pull up, you will get a great sense of liking. When you step inside---the modern decor just makes you feel warm, jazzy and chic. The beautiful water front view just captures you. I went with my husband and let me tell you---he is certainly a hard one to please in the food category. He absolutely loved it. He had the seafood medley dish while I had the swordfish dish. \n\nIt was to die for. Great service and ambiance. This place is a 10/10. It's a shame that I didn't know this place existed until now. It will certainly be a regular on my list.",
"I've only been here for brunch, but it is first class and certainly worth the money. Everything's fresh and simply-presented, I just love going here. The decor is very relaxing and bright and the waterfront view is fantastic. Also, the service was top-notch and quite knowledgeable about where their food comes from (they try to stay local).\nOK, on to the food:\nThe breakfast pastries are great, but, as someone else has said, just take up space in your stomach that could be otherwise occupied. \nThe raw bar (perhaps a misnomer) is the first place I always go to: they have both raw and cooked shellfish: oysters and clams on the half-shell, crab claws, and huge shrimp, along with a couple of dishes--all yummy and fresh.\nThey have an egg station as well with an outrageous number of possible additions and a carving station that usually has something yummy (roast beef, turkey, etc). \nThey also have amazing prepared salads, usually one with fruit, nuts and goat cheese and a caesar.\nThe desserts change all the time too... but seriously, yall, way too much amazing food for one time. I might suggest going lots of times and just focusing on one station each time!\nOH! And the mimosas are quite amazing, and, if I remember correctly, bottomless."
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"Wow, what a great restaurant. The food, drinks and staff are amazing. Attended the soft opening, and had the riblets, NY steak paired with North Coast Old Stock Ale. The other restaurants on 8th street have some serious competition.",
"We were lucky enough to be invited to their soft opening for lunch today. All the employees were super helpful and def on their best behavior. We shared an appetizer, their smoked chicken nachos. It was a nice size for 3 people to share, but if there are more in your group I would suggest ordered another app. For my entree, I ordered their blue burger. It had blue cheese, caramelized onions, and herbed mushrooms. The flavors melded great, the burger was super moist and flavorful, and the cheese didn't overpower the dish. If I had one suggestion, I would ask they reformulate the fixings so that they would stay inside the burger when I life it to my mouth. That said, the burger was a bit messy and hard to keep together. For dessert, we had their apple cobbler. They topped it with vanilla bryers ice cream and candied pecans. Very good!!! \n\nAbout the restaurant: Perfect for a date night spot. They have at least 20 beers on tap at all times. Service is on-point. Prices on entrees range from $12-24. Happy hour goes from 2-6 and again 9-close. HH appetizers seem to be about $2 off full price. On Tuesdays the special is 50% off glasses of wine.",
"I had the wonderful opportunity to attend their soft opening this weekend with three friends and one of them brought his son. Holy smokes-I used to frequent the old aspen leaf for frozen yogurt. Who wouldn't even know it was an old frozen yogurt shop. A beautiful transformation I was shocked. The ambiance is very nice and they have a patio with massive heaters for the cold days/nights. Customer service was top notch!! The waiter we had was super friendly and knowledge of their extensive menu. We ordered their chicken smoked nachos for the table. They were delicious; I'd come back during happy hour just for those. Oh, they have an extensive beer, wine and whiskey selection lots of local options like meriweather cider's blackberry boom!! Each of us ordered different items 2 different burgers, chicken sliders and I ordered the ribs. The chicken sliders were excellent juicy and full of flavor. The burgers looked great too. The ribs I had were excellent; had this sweet sauce with the cold component of the chimichurri on top it was flavorful. The fries were good; they offer little side salads you can swap out for the coleslaw or fries. The kid had the corn dog lollipops; he's usually a picky eater he engulfed those 3 lolipops said they were delicious. I love the individual attention paid to the kids here. They treated him like he was VIP; he circles what he wants which is fun then they bring him out his own plate of watermelon slices and avocado slices. Then they bring his meal out I'd say at least 5 minutes before ours he was always busy and had a fun time. The parents well they are left to enjoy the delicious food and beer/cider on tap. This is a very family restaurant that is a great addition to downtown Boise!!",
"Has to be the best damn burger I ever had! I got the blues burger. So much flavor, I think I finished it a little to quick. Got a To go order and got sweet potatoes fries. They forgot and gave me normal fries. No worries though I could have cared less with a burger that damn good! Will be back to try more and the sweet potatoe fries.",
"Everyone who knows me knows that I LIVE TO EAT! Went to Eureka to try something new and had the Fresno Fig Burger w/fig marmalade / melted goat cheese / bacon / tomato / red onion / arugula / spicy porter mustard... OMG! You will not be disappointed. The Fig marmalade gives it a great flavor. Also a must try is the Truffle Cheese Fries with truffle salt / parmesan / green onion / white truffle cheese sauce.. The truffle cheese sauce is to die for. I just moved back from Austin and had the best truffle fries there and this tops it! Great craft beer selections as well. Everything on the menu looks fantastic, I will most definitely be coming back with all my friends. Shout out to our waitress Vanessa, she rocks, very attentive!",
"I had the Fig Burger and it was amazing!! Service was fast and friendly and the environment was great. Will be back soon!!!",
"Fried chicken sliders were really good. Perfectly cooked chicken that wasn't scorching hot in arrival. Spicy slaw was a nice touch but the best part was the soft local bun. Gaston's? Good stuff.",
"An upscale burger joint, with variety of other entree offerings is likely to become a popular fixture on 8th Street. It has a nice open vibe with the bar in center and patio. Upon recommendation I had the Fig Burger with bacon,arugula and spicy porter mustard. Sweet and savory isn't typically my thing but it was delicious. The chargrilled beef was moist and had layers of flavors going on. The onion rings were disappointing however, the panko crust too thick and onion was raw. Would like to check out other menu items though!",
"I had the mahi mahi tacos they were awesome and the sweet potato fries were amazing! Will was our server he was funny and super nice! Great place",
"Hands down the best service we have EVER experienced at a restaurant. This includes the finest dining restaurants. Within seconds of sitting down, a server brought out a plate of fresh watermelon and avocado for our toddler. We had multiple people check on us, without it interrupting our meal. Fried chicken sliders and lobster tacos were unreal. Drinks were also incredible."
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"For the past fifteen years, this casual beach cafe has been feeding breakfast and lunch to masses of locals and tourists, successfully enough that they have no need to remain open beyond 2:00pm in order to show a decent profit. I'm not quite sure how they're making their money, considering the low prices they're charging for portions so large they literally obscure the plates on which they're piled. By itself, an omelet overstuffed with spicy sausage, onion, peppers, and cheese easily could feed two; add a mound of grease-free home fries and a stack of toast and you have a meal that will tide you over until dinner. Although a fruit crepe - filled with sweet, juicy melon and grapes and topped with apples and bananas - sounded like a healthy alternative, it was hidden beneath a mountain of whipped cream and served with a cup of buttery grits and a slab of banana bread, still warm from the oven, on the side. Decor is limited to kitschy frog memorabilia scattered about the rooms and small vases of carnations on the tables. The servers are old-timers and most of the clientele clearly regulars, greeted by name and treated like old friends. If I was a bigger fan of breakfast - or simply wanted to get a lot bigger - I easily could make this a habit once or twice a week.",
"Drove about 30 minutes to try this place out so I was hoping for the best. \n\nWalked in...yep...TONS of frog decorations. I was thinking to myself, it must be nice to be so enthralled with something that whenever you see that thing at a craft show or store, you just buy it and put it in your restaurant!\n\nSo, now for the experience. The place was VERY busy for Sunday brunch at 11:00am. However, we only waited about 25 minutes and were shocked at how the zipped people in. It must be a big deal here in Florida, but we had coffee in our cups before we even met our waiter. So, perks for the fast coffee service (and he came around every so often to refill too). It took a little while for the server to great us the first time, but once he did, the service was very good and quick. \n\nI had french toast and home fries. The french toast was on the better end of the spectrum as far as french toast goes. Thick and fluffy and a rectangle instead of a square. Oh, and they gave me like 6 or 7 pieces....it was A LOT of french toast. And did I mention that the home fries are TO DIE FOR? I didn't? Well, they're to die for! Some kind of spice on them that made them extra delicious. \n\nMy friend ordered some kind of crazy egg dish with peppers and cheese and a whole bunch of stuff, and she was enjoyed it way much. She was also VERY impressed with the home fries. \n\nOnly flaw was that the coffee was on the weaker side.\n\nThe place is right across the street from the water, but there's a giant apartment, hotel, or condo complex blocking the view of the water, but it's there and you can kind of see it, plus, you get to see some crazy big beach front homes as you're driving up to the restaurant. Small parking lot in front and a bigger one in the back. Casual attire, and, yes, there are a handful of \"regulars\" that are probably at The Frog Pond regularly, but I think it's mostly first timers or people staying in the area, so don't be intimidated if the staff doesn't know you ;). \n\nSo, for my first Tampa brunch experience, it twas pretty good.",
"The breakfast platters here are filled to overflowing, and if you're able to finish one you won't be hungry for the rest of the day. The omelets are served with a generous side of home fries and a stack of toast and they're so huge they can feed two people. They serve a Benedict dish that includes eggs, lox, cream cheese, and thick slabs of tomatoes layered on a bagel and then smothered with Hollandaise sauce. The coffee is exceptional and the friendly staff keeps your cup filled. This place attracts a lot of repeat business, and many of the frogs you'll see everywhere you look were gifts from loyal customers.",
"Went last Saturday for the first time in like 5 years. I'm glad I did. Knowing that long waits are inevitable, we took the paper and decided not to care about waiting. We were seated in 7 minutes! \n\nI am not a coffee drinker, however there was one employee who did nothing but refill coffee. I love it when people pay attenion to detail. Oh, we ordered unsweet tea and they brought us a pitcher, why don't more places do this? seems like a no brainer. It's the small shit people!!! \n\nAbout the food: knowing that the portions are out of control (that embarasses me when I get served 9 pounds of food on 1 plate) I ordered the traditional eggs benedict. I never eat breakfast potaoes (FILLER!) so I figured 1 english muffin, two poached eggs and sauce would be totally do-able, and it was. My egges were slightly undercooked. Bummer. Slimy egg whites make me want to hurl. Minus 1 star. \n\nGood place, check it out!",
"The food is consistently delicious and portions are big. BUT the noise level inside every store is just too much for me first thing in the morning. Heck, sometimes it's too much at lunch! I mean, seriously, it was so loud, I could not hold a conversation with the people at my own table. Lunch is just as busy. It's of those place we love to go to, but tend to second guess our choice before we go. It's pricey, too. And with this kind of atmosphere, it can be tough to justify the cost.",
"Great food, Great service. The portions are huge. I would suggest splitting a meal and paying the extra $2 for the split. They are johnny on the spot with coffee. We actually went three times while we were on vacation. Totally spoiled and wish we had on in Atlanta.",
"The salad platters here are just superb! HUGE, good , fresh, I don't have to spend 10 mins dissecting the white lettuce out of my salad as I do at most places. The tuna is very good . All the salads come with their homemade banana bread too. They have a great selection of beneditcs too! Gets very crowded, very fast so you have to time it right, be patient and move along when you're done! Only open for breakfast and lunch so that's fine though.",
"I love breakfast and breakfast done right is always a good choice. The Frog Pond is quirky and fun and also has pretty good food. We came here the second morning of our trip and loved it. \n\nThey have all the breakfast regulars as well as crepes. The fresh fruit crepes were great according to two people in our party. I got a bacon/green pepper omelette. It was good, they put a ridiculous amount of filling in these. I'm talking like a half-package of bacon and an entire green pepper. They make the eggs and then fold them over the ingredients you pick, they don't cook everything together. \n\nI was in desperate need of water so I didn't order coffee, but it smelled ok. \n\nThis place is very crowded for breakfast because its worth it. Come here when you're in St Pete, its perfect to put you in a food coma before you hit the beach and sleep.",
"I would say that all of the reviews are accurate, both good and bad. On a Friday morning, the place was packed. The portions are enormous. The food is quite literally piled on your plate. The Meat Lover's omelette was every bit of six eggs. I couldn't finish it.\n\nThe service was lackluster. They have one guy patrolling the restaurant refilling coffee, but the three servers were completely overmatched for the morning crowd. They were husting, but were pretty much behind the curve all morning. \n\nIt is pricey for breakfast, but if you want to walk / waddle out full, you can certainly go here -- and probably take home enough for breakfast the next day.",
"Great deal of food for $10- pretty pricey for breakfast- Get here early there is always a line...Friendly manager/owner...."
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"Loved our experience at this brand new restaurant in our hometown. The atmosphere was wonderful, the decor was unique and inviting and the food was delicious. The entire team was extremely engaging and helpful and we are looking forward to visiting them again and again!",
"Excellent service and venue is wonderful. Lunch had smaller plates but were tasty. Yes will go again for dinner.",
"Great atmosphere. Clean. Unique. Delicious. Nothing else like it in Beaumont - a real treat!",
"Absolutely fabulous food, the poutine was amazing, the beef bourguignon was delicious and the creme brûlée was to die for! Great job all around, the ambiance is fabulous, with a beautiful rustic charm. I will be back over and over:-)",
"Such a beautifully crafted restaurant, very warm and friendly staff make you feel at home as soon as you walk in. Only tried brunches so far, everything was delicious though!",
"Four of us totally enjoyed dinner at this lovely new Beaumont restaurant. Our meals, to a person, were excellent. The service again, excellent! The portion sizes were fine for us not being big eaters. Prices were normal for a restaurant of this calibre. Many excellent entrees not seen in any other restaurants such a the Vegetarian Shepherds pie. Excellent menu. We wish there would have been some bread or buns served with dinner. It was quite noisy also which was noticeable but expected with a packed restaurant. Very nice decor. All in all, an excellent dining experience and we will be back many times I'm sure!",
"YUMMY!! We don't go out a lot so this was a special occasion. It did not disappoint. Rustic, welcoming feel, friendly and our server, Shawn, was SO helpful and provided excellent service. The food was amazing, the drinks were very tasty, the dessert was heavenly. The portions vs price point was surprising. Smaller than expected but that is why we had room for dessert. Totally delicious. We WILL be back... after we have saved up for our next visit.",
"Service and food was good. We were a bit disappointed in the main meal. Our friends ordered the small plate poutine which was huge. My wife and I each ordered the poutine a rosenau (a \"large\" plate dish). Our poutine was tiny, especially in comparison to the small plate version. The poutine a rosenau was also not very good. There was almost no lobster in the chowder layer (not even a full bite of lobster), the bread was impossible to cut, and there were only a few fries and cheese curds. To top it off, it was $28, compared to the small plate poutine that was more than double the size for $10. Coming from Quebec, we were disappointed in this poutine, and think the combination didn't work. The prices make you feel like it will be a fancy resto with fancy food, but fails to meet the price in quality. To end on a positive, the crispy duck appetizer was delicious and we would definitely order it again.",
"This place was not what I expected!\nFrom the website description, I expected an upscale restaurant, quiet and elegant, but it turned out to be more of a pub atmosphere. The lounge had loud music playing, and since it is separated from the dining room only by a railing, guess what.... LOUD everywhere!!\nDécor is attractive. Heavy wooden posts and beams in the dining area. There was some mild consternation when the people at the next table got up to leave, and one of the gentlemen banged his head on an angled post...\n\nFood is French-Canadian themed with small plates as appetizers and a selection of entrees. featuring poutine and variations. Prices seemed somewhat pricy; I mean poutine is potatoes, gravy and cheese curd.... Our waitress was very helpful, knew her menu and the dishes on it, and made suggestions to help us out.\nI started with the \"Tomarrow\" soup. A bowl of rather plain tomato soup accompanied by some small \"brioche\" and some marrow roasted in the bone with garlic on top. There was a small spoon to mash the garlic into the marrow and spread on the bread, but it was rather a tasteless addition to the soup. A simpler version of some well-seasoned tomato soup variation would have been preferable.\nThe entrée made up for the soup! The tourtiere was very well done! Flavourful and with a side helping of a very tasty broccoli salad with a delightful smoky flavour. I would gladly have it again!\nOther entrees at our table were the flank steak, which had a pleasing taste of maple syrup throughout, and of course, the poutine, which was quite ordinary.\n\nA very middle-of-the-road dining experience!",
"My husband and I LOVE this restaurant. Amazing food and owners/staff. We've been there for brunch a few times (amazing lox and bagels), dinner a few times and we've gone later in the night for drinks and appies. We've never been disappointed (which is why we keep going back). The owners and chefs will do whatever is possible to accommodate a request outside of the menu. If you're looking to try craft beers they have a great selection. Everything (breads, meats, desserts) is made in house and amazing. A fantastic gem for Beaumont."
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"I've spent quite a bit of time at BNA, and I'd much rather bypass the \"food court\" at the junction of the A & B concourses and head down the A concourse to La Hacienda. The food is not the tex-mex I am used to, but it is flavorful and pretty darn good for airport food. The margaritas are super tasty. I'm also partial to the tortilla soup. Stopped in for breakfast before an early flight the other day and the breakfast quesadilla was yummy too (I dug out the filling and left most of the tortilla, but that's my normal weirdness). They will even give you a to-go cup full of water if you'd like, which is very nice. The staff have always been stellar - helpful, friendly, and quick. Bonus is this is also close to my gate.",
"For an airport, this place surprisingly has good food and good service. A gold margarita on the rocks (no frozen drinks available), a plate of two beef enchiladas, and a bottle of water cost about $25 (including tip and tax). The enchiladas had a sauce over them that seemed to have a bit of a kick, which I liked. The rice and beans tasted just as expected.\n\nPresentation could be better. Everything is served with plasticware on thick paper entree-sized plates. Service is fast and friendly though. I gave the waitress all the hotel pens I collected if that tells you how pleasant she was (and she was very grateful!). I would come here again.",
"Best nachos I've had in recent times. Not as good as say the nachos at Old Chicago's but surprisingly good and affordable at an airport. Had we had the time we would have probably partook in some margaritas as well. La Hacienda has a full bar!",
"Great nachos! Definitely not your typical airport restaurant portion. A nice place to hang out while waiting for your flight.",
"Average food, even by airport standards. Not bad if your really hungry and need food before a flight. Margaritas were good!",
"Stopped by for some chicken nachos and a margarita during a long layover. Good sized portion, fresh pico, decent guacamole, and good chicken. Margarita had good flavor. Staff were nice and friendly. I'd stop in again during any layover.",
"I ordered enchiladas, rice, and beans. It was good, but as I took my last bite, a roach ran across the bar to my plate. That left me feeling extremely disgusted. I really wanted to say something better, but that is unacceptable.",
"You would think that there is no way to screw up eggs and sausage...well, apparently there is. Combine that with the service I received and it's clear that walking a few steps to another place is a good choice.\n\nWhen I walked up to the bar to get some sweetener after waiting for the waitress to come back to my table for 5 minutes, she told me that there was sweetener on my table (which was not true). I had to repeat myself three times before she finally gave me some. Bizarre.",
"Excellent attentive staff served hot Breakfast and strong coffee!!\n\nI am happy with the egg, chorizo, and peppers quesadilla.",
"Nice to find a sit down restaurant in an airport with rapid service. Basic Mexican food and bar.\n\nBecause it is down concourse A, it stays quiet making for an even nicer experience. If you are in the airport and have time, make the effort to come here."
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"First off, THIS RESTAURANT IS NOT IN PAOLI. It is on route 3 in Newtown Square...now on with the review...\n\nIs this the best sushi in Philly? No. But it is very good sushi, and definitely the best choice in the area. I've never been disappointed when eating there, which is pretty often since it's nearby and our default \"I don't feel like cooking\" hangout. We usually sit at the bar, which is usually pretty crowded. Everyone there is friendly and the service is good. The non-sushi menu items are also great - I particularly like the Seafood Drunken. I definitely recommend it if you're in this neck of the woods.",
"Not a bad restaurant for Newtown Square without a doubt. The whole Thai/Japanese fusion thing is a bit confusing though. I thought the whole fusion fad was over and done with a decade ago.\n\nThe fish selection is extremely low. This is a place for beginners who eat mainly rolls and get full off of rice. The nigiri and gunkan comes out 1 piece per order, which I still can't understand and is a complete rip-off. So, if you enjoy being overcharged for mediocre quality fish than this is definitely the place for you!\n\nA better option would be Kooma in downtown West Chester.",
"I love this place. I used to work right down the street and we'd go there for lunch a lot. They have the bento lunchbox thing and it's great. Also best sushi around that area. I have eaten sushi at several other places in the mainline/ west chester area and by far I think Teikoku is the best. A little pricey though, we only splurge on special occasions. One thing to note, the calamari salad is the absolute best thing I have ever had. The dressing is really spicy and the calamari is always tender and crunchy. I love it!",
"So, this place didn't completly satisfy my sushi craving but it dampered it quite a bit (possibly unfair, my craving is constant). I've had some damn good sushi. This place was pretty good. I wouldn't say the most awesome but between great and really great. We got a huge sashimi and roll platter for 50$ which wasn't bad. \nThey had a nice special roll called king and queen that had spicy salmon on one side and something on the other (I was dead focused on the salmon and wouldn't even have noticed if the chef handing it to me was on fire) \nI judge by the shrimp tempura roll since I get it everywhere, and again...great.. but not overwhelming.\n\nThough awkward conversation is had, I would recommend sitting at the sushi bar since their preparration and presentation was what made the experience. the chef's were awesomely nice and traditional. accept plates using both hands and bow.\n\nI wouldn't drive out there solely for them but if you're meeting folks like I was from west chester, then meet here for a treat.",
"Teikoku is a purveyor of \"Asian contemporary cuisine\" - their menu has a lot of Japanese and Thai items. Friends and I gathered at this fairly large restaurant for a farewell party. We didn't share most of our dishes, and the entrees themselves were hit-or-miss, being really good or really average. While entrees were iffy, their in-house drinks were consistently delicious. (Sushi was good but not worth the drive.)\n\nMy dish, the green curry with vegetable fried rice ($13), was exactly that: a cognac-flavored green curry with wok stir-fried rice and vegetables. There was NOTHING ELSE in the curry, and it hardly tasted like cognac. Imagine a thick but weak pea soup - that's what I got. To be fair, they didn't lie (and the rice was good), but I expected more than a banal soup and rice, especially for the price. Not cool.\n\nThe GPS we used didn't find this place accurately so keep that in mind, and check a directions web site first. Worth a try if you're in the neighborhood. Reservations recommended.",
"Birthday dinner 2008. GF took me here to celebrate. The outside is gorgeous and the interior is cute. \n\nI had some chilled sake (very good) and a glass of riesling to accompany my yellowtail scallion roll and my scallop entree. The sushi was good, not great, and the scallops were cooked to perfection. My girlfriend's steak was overcooked. \n\nNo dessert. \n\nWaitress was one of the worst I've ever had at a nicer place. Period. Her parents were there initially, as she was talking quite loudly and that fact became apparent, but I can excuse that. That's sort of a special thing. She was average to begin with but then she had a party of 8 come in right before we were served our entrees. From the time we finished our entrees until the time we saw our waitress again: 45 MINUTES. And the party of 8 was right next to us! She'd literally dote on them and then walk away without even checking in on us. I tried to flag her down a few times but she just ignored us. The temptation of a large table tip outweighed a table of two I guess. Her zero tip reflected that.",
"i've had better sushi, i've had cheaper sushi. this place falls in line with it's other family restaurants like flavor.\n\nthe one big draw was that they had a pretty creative list of cocktails. i'm not a desert person, and i don't usually splurge to pay someone to make me some sortof alcoholic drink. but my date and i were tempted by their after-dinner selection, and the particular drink we ordered was very good.\n\ni don't recommend this place as a regular engagement, or i'd be really raving about it. but if you're in the mood for a treat and you haven't been here in awhile, it's a safe bet.",
"Since leaving Chicago, I still dearly miss all our awesome sushi places, and I haven't found too many suitable replacements here yet. But I was pleasantly surprised by Teikoku, especially considering its odd location.\n\nAll the sushi we've tried so far has been pretty good, although admittedly we've only been here twice. My favorite maki is the Godzilla. Its ingredient list includes strawberries, avocado, honey, and crushed macadamia nuts. Yes, I like frou frou rolls -- so shoot me. The Godzilla is a taste sensation.\n\nI don't remember everything else we've tried here, but we've had some tasty tuna and salmon as well as a few other maki.\n\nAs for non-sushi, THE SWEET POTATO FRIES ARE FAMAZING. Seriously, it's like eating dessert. Goodness gracious. The sesame chicken is good too. The yam mashed potatoes are a bit much, and that's coming from a person (me) who is obsessed with yams.\n\nTeikoku's family of restaurants puts on quite a few events, and we finally attended one recently. It was an organic wine mixer, and we had a lot of fun. For $35, you got four courses of food and wine (plus we got an extra tasting of wine because they were running late), plus 10% off your bill if you stayed and ate more. They weren't stingy with the wine either, and would come back and pour more for you if you wanted it. And the food was absolutely fantastic, every course. What a deal!\n\nIf it wasn't in such a weird place, I'd probably come here all the time.",
"I work right up the road from this gem. Maybe it is because there are few decent lunch places to go, but the food here is always great. I mostly stick to their thai food, but the sushi I have shared has been decent. It is a bit pricey, but always filling and usually you leave with leftovers. Since I mostly go for lunch, the prices are a bit more manageable with Pad Thai for $10. Also, their lunch box is a great deal with Miso Soup, Salad, California Roll, Veggie Tempura, and your choice of Teriyaki all for $14. Their service is great and very quick-they are great at knowing that a lunch hour means a lunch HOUR! \n\nThis is my favorite lunch outting place to visit in the newtown square area. Very relaxing and very delish. It may also be the free rock that you get at your place setting....how organic!",
"I have the great fortune of belonging to a dining club that is run by a member of the PA Restuarant Association (she's on the board). Every month she takes us to a new restaurant (well new to me, I'm from Texas remember?) and I get to sample some fabulous new dining experiences. Unfortunatly on this night, we went prix fixes and didn't get to make our own selections of food. Don't get me wrong, everything that was served to us was tres yummy - but I don't feel like I really got to experience the full gamut of their sushi. And let me tell you, being 1/2 Japanese, I judge a Japanese restaurant VERY strictly on their sushi. I really don't need a ton of creativity, just freshness. We had an opener with a few pieces of mostly raw sushi bites, then some veggies, then some chicken. It was all very good, but I would have selected different items personally. I REALLY need to go back and try it again so for today I'm leaving it at 3 stars until I can make a REAL visit!\n\nThe staff there is VERY cool, however. They are nice, chatty, helpful and oh so young and cute!! I'll be back..."
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"Good place for Thai on the North side of Indianapolis. I was happy finding some Tofu and curry after a medley of burger places in Indiana. More importantly, they did serve Singha Beer.\n\nI had to up a star over my standard 3, as this place deserves credit for surviving in Indiana.",
"Thai Taste gets five stars for having what I consider to be the absolute best dessert in Indy. You haven't lived until you've tried their mint ice cream. None of that fakey green crap for Thai Taste. They obviously make their ice cream in house, and with fresh, fresh mint. It's worlds away from what usually passes as mint ice cream in the States. You can order the sticky rice with two scoops of ice cream for around $5, I think, and this is not to be missed. All of the ice cream flavors are exceptional (mango and lychee being particularly notable), but the mint is to die for!\n\nEverything I've had has been fantastic, and I've sampled a lot of the dishes here, as it was a favorite of the ex-BF's family. Curry whore that I am, I can't help recommending that, but the ex was partial to the whole fish. \n\nDinner here is a great choice, but if you're in the area, seriously--come here just for dessert!!!",
"As my Thai Tour continues, I got to try Thai Taste today....I didn't check the reviews first and am glad, b/c I'm always a little hesitant when reviews are all over the place. My lunch companion chose this as she knows about my current obsession with Thai and knew I was trying new places all the time. \n\nLocated at 82nd and Allisonville, this is a fairly easy place to find. It is very small though compared to the other Thai places I have been and for lunch on Tuesday, it was PACKED. We had to wait about 10 minutes for a table which I thought was crazy, but hey, if the parking lot is full and you're not in a hurry, it's probably worth the wait. :)\n\nI got the Pad Thai - I know ...boring, but I do feel that if they do Pad Thai (Pud Thai on their menu) well, it's only up hill from there! \n\nWell, it was good, but not great. It wasn't spicy enough. I ordered it medium, but it was definitely more mild than other places I've had. It was still good. GENEROUS lunch portion for only $6.95 which also included a spring roll, soup or salad and rum cake for dessert (more on that later). The Pad Thai was more on the peanuty side than other places I have tried it. \n\nMy friend's cocunut curry noodles were AMAZING...perfect level of spice ordered at hot. It made me cry a little which was awesome. It was SO flavorful. If I go back, I am definitely getting that! :) I don't even like coconut, but mmmm...so good!\n\nNow...my favorite part. I have never had a Thai dessert and they brought out a very nice slice of rum cake, which soothed the palate after the food. It was DELISH! Nothing over the top, a nice crispy crumb crust and really moist. It was a very lovely treat at the end of my meal that I had not experienced in other Thai locations. \n\nI would definitely go here again if I were in the area. I hear they have a Thursday night buffet....how the hell do they fit it in there? I do not know, but it might be worth checking out to taste test a variety of Thai flavors. \n\nOn to the next!",
"My husband and I went on a Friday night, great service and excellent food. We will definitely be going back. He was a Thai virgin, and ordered their pud kra tiem prik Thai which he liked, we shared Thai dumplings, and I had the yellow curry. Very good! For desert he had a wonderful mango smoothie and I had coconut ice cream which was the best I have ever had, full of true flavor.",
"I've had several lunches and dinners here recently, and I'm totally hooked. The red curry with beef is rich and fragrant, with lovely chunks of eggplant and tender seasoned meat. The shrimp pad (pud) thai is very peanuty, and the shrimp is not the tiny salad shrimps, and it's perfectly cooked, a rare feat. Their thursday night buffets are to die for ... one visit recently featured garlicky mussels, massman curry with beef, yellow curry with chicken, pork fried toast and several other tasty dishes. The first thursday of each month features a vegetarian buffet. Weekday lunch specials are a steal, with a full-size entree, soup or salad, spring roll and a piece of delicious rum cake all for $6.95. The service has always been attentive, and the restaurant space is warm and cozy. I highly recommend Thai Taste for thai novices and fans alike!",
"I am a big pad kee mow fan - tried it here recently and was very disappointed. Bland - asked for med/hot - got med/mild. Tofu was tough - didn't realize it could be. I have had one other meal - Masman curry a couple of years ago and it was good. But not this time.\n\nWill try again - other food I saw in the restaurant looked fine.",
"There are a lot of items to be had here, & a large amount of them vegetarian/vegan. I've been wanting to go here for 3 years & finally got the chance today. My husband claims to hate Thai food because when i make it at home, I use ingredients he hates. ( Coconut milk & peanuts used in a savory way). He was gracious enough to try it though & was glad we did. Husband's salt & pepper calamari was outstanding. He wanted to eat it by the bucketful. His beef salad(NamTok) was good, but decidedly not his favourite. The sour dressing had an odd flavour & had his nose running, but the beef was seasoned perfectly. I had an entree w/ eggplants, garlic, tofu, zucchini, green beans, & peppers, in red curry w/ basil. Damn it was delicious. I love basil in Thai dishes & the aroma of this dish was heady & mouthwatering. It was so good I didn't mind eating 2 vegetables I've never liked- water chestnuts & baby corn. The only part I didn't like was the eggplant itself. It tasted like oil. The tofu in the dish though made up for it. It was chewy & fried & soaked up that red curry. For dessert we shared a dish of ice cream. They make the ice cream in house & it showed. We ordered almond cookie flavour & it was the perfect accompaniment to the flavours & heat of our dishes. The dessert was super creamy & wrapped our tongues in cooling deliciousness. Seriously.. this stuff tasted like they took sweetened condensed milk & made it into ice cream. Creamy, rich, decadent & was made even better by us crumbling the complimentary almond cookies into it. Extra almond cookie-ness. Yes! If I lived on this side of town, I'd definitely try their vegetarian buffet on the 1st Thursday of the month, but as it stands, we'll definitely be back.",
"I am originally from Indiana (live in Chicago) and spent a lot of time at my babysitter as a kid.\nWhy is this relevant you ask?\nThats because this babysitter was Thai and I spent a lot of my childhood eating great authentic thai food.\n\nThai Taste did not disappoint at ALL.\nWe had some spicy soup (the name escapes me now) and wontons to start.\nI was floored at the start, FANTASTIC! We got the soup extra spicy and it indeed was. I LOVED it. The wontons were also good and there were many of them.\nFor my main dish I got the Shrimp Pad Thai.\nPad Thai is of course the standard I try to judge my first experiences at Thai restaurants with as they all make it.\n\nThis turned out to be the BEST Pah Thai I've ever had. EVER.\nNormally I'm not crazy about the peanut aspect but there were simply delicious. The shrimp was perfectly cooked and the veggies were definitely fresh and were quite tasty.\n\nWith all the comments on here about the mint ice cream I wanted to try it but sadly they were out which was fine because I was STUFFED and had leftovers in a box already.\n\nThe staff here was exceptional as well. Very attentive (which I needed since I overdosed on the spice) and helpful. The waitress seemed to get a kick out of how badly I was punishing myself with soup. I really enjoy when the staff stops acting so serious and businessy and can laugh at how I was punishing myself.\n\nThis experience left Thai Taste as my new favorite Thai place. I will definitely be going here any time I'm in Indy.",
"Great lunch today! The green leaves with coconut was fantastic. Steamed mussels were great as well. I'll be back the next time I'm in Indy.",
"Thai food is my favorite and this place was awesome. Good selection. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Would definitely recommend."
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"Food was very average. Ordered the teriyaki chicken and BBQ beef. Both were dry and bland. Maybe the food truck has better fare. Probably won't be back unless we need a quick bite to eat and there aren't other options. I was looking forward to creative food truck cuisine, but ended up with boring mall food court food instead.",
"We were shopping at The Village and wanted a quick bite to eat without waiting for a table. The menu looked very promising, but the food just wasn't good. I ordered the Teriyaki Beef with Chow Mein noodles, and my husband got the General's Chicken. We got an order of potstickers to share. Since they make the food to order (as opposed to stting in a tray like fast food version of Oriental) we were able to choose the heat level for the General's Chicken, which was a nice option.\n\nThe wait time for the food seemed a bit long based on the number of people ahead of us, but the cashier was very friendly. The restaurant isn't enclosed -- more like a big food cart with a roof. Kind of food court style -- it shares the area with a Mexican restaurant on the other side. It's open to the Village Courtyard, with a good view of the fountains. You see/hear all the people coming and going, and we could hear a band playing nearby. Definitely a kid-friendly environment.\n\nBack to the food: The potstickers were cooked nicely, but were bland. The sauce served with them appeared to have been poured straight from a bottle. The Teriyaki Beef was little chips of beef with some broccoli that were doused in a bottled sauce. The Chow Mein ($1 upcharge) was nothing but plain spaghetti noodles dressed in the same bottled sauce. The local fast food Chinese place has better Chow Mein noodles! The General's Chicken was a bit chewy and also made use of some sort of bottled sauce.\n\nIt was very disappointing as we were expecting something much better based on the menu and the Village location. We won't eat there again.",
"I'm very surprised by the low reviews; I have been to Rice Works twice and have had nothing but great service and delicious food. \n\nAnywho. \n\nRice Works is new in the concept of The Village at Meridian, in that the building is shared by another restaurant, Calle 75 Tacos, on the other side. The building is walled by glass that's easily opened up for warmer temperatures, and inside, the seating is comfortable; you can lounge at a table or a couch and people watch, or enjoy a cool fireplace. I really enjoyed this style of restaurant. Cool, casual and relaxed. \n\nThe food is very tasty and varied; I tried the Bulgogi (Korean BBQ beef) when I first went there and I loved it. While I've not had authentic Korean BBQ in Korea, it was definitely some of the best I've had here in the US. Next time I tried the Korean fusion chicken tacos and I was not disappointed either. The spice and the flavor had a nice kick and perfect crunch. \n\nI love how this place has a bit of (nearly) every Asian food; Bulgogi and kimchi from Korea, bento style meals from Japan, Cha Gio from Vietnamese cooking, and Chinese chow mein and General's Chicken. If you or a friend is hesitant about trying the Korean food, there's plenty of other Asian food to nom on. Well done, Rice Works.",
"It was just ok. For the price could of gone to great wall and got my fill. As it was I walked away hungry. The outside atmosphere was the redeeming feature. Near the outside fountain.",
"Alright, since I started working in a nearby building, I was dying to try this place out. \n\nWin: I was greeted immediately after walking in the door. I ordered the Bulgogi. \nMiss: The cashier, obviously new, had no idea what it was so I translated: \"Korean Beef\". \nWin: She was sweet and efficient. \nMiss: The cashier forgot to send my order to the \"kitchen\" and noticed her mistake about 5 minutes later. No biggie.\nWin: They apologized and sent me a tray of free potstickers (which were delicious).\nWin: The Bulgogi was GREAT! Not what I had in Korea, but damn good. On par with what I would get in the Bay Area of CA.\n\nOverall, this place is great. Quick, cheap, tasty, and really friendly. I'll be back often.",
"Really a 2.5, but since it is likely we will pass on this establishment in the future, I rounded down. We stayed for lunch after a movie and 3 out of the 4 people in our group decided to order from this establishment. It was lunch time and the server was nice.\n\n Teriyaki chicken over chow mein was way overly sauced although we appreciated that it was cook fresh. Chow mein was $1 extra and the noodles and meager \"chef veggies\" which were included in original menu seemed overcooked and wasn't special. Simply put the noodles were put in place of white rice at a surcharge; it wasn't true chow mein. No cabbage, no celery, no scallions, no nothing extra, just the same sauce poured over the teriyaki chicken. Too much sauce.\nSweet and sour chicken served with \"chef veggie\" over white rice. There was enough fried bits of chicken, but the guest commented that the sauce was not sour enough. It did not appear that this dish was overly sauced and the guest said it was good.\nThe \"special\", fried potstickers with ponzu sauce was also ordered. That guest ate only 3 out of 6, so that tells me they weren't fabulous. I tried one and the outside was nice and not overly dried out from frying, but the inside was overly mushy. The sauce was good.\n\nThe guest that ate the sweet and sour chicken said they would return, the others said they would pass. Too many other options to choose from in the village dining area.\n\nIf this establishment made their chow mein, actually chow mein and used less sauce, I would try the establishment again. Right now, no.",
"I love the food, the best teryaki chicken around. the staff at the location in the village at meridian are always helpful and are some of the friendliest people. all summer this was my splurge",
"Remarkably good, even considering the price. Had a Groupon, but I'd say paying full price would still be good considering quality. All the food is prepped fresh for you, which is great.\n\nI went with my family on a Sunday. We had a sweet & sour chicken, chicken Korean tacos, and egg rolls. All-in, it was ~$18. The rolls were fresh and hot, Vietnamese-style with vermicelli and veggies inside. The tacos had a *lot* of flavor, and were a big win, spicy, with Korean-spiced chicken and kimchee, The S&S chicken was fresh and hot, with a little sauce drizzled on, and extra served in containers on the side. The S&S chicken had broccoli and cabbage with it, instead of the more conventional green peppers and onions and pineapple, but was still tasty. And the portion was really good-sized...would fill a guy up for sure.\n\nGood: Location, people, atmosphere, food quality.\n\nNeeds work: Not much...no complaints, really.\n\nI'd definitely go again, it's a win.",
"If you like japanese with a smidgen of korean fast food. This is the place for you. It's located in the village surrounded by much better options to eat. The teriyaki chicken was alright. The time it took to get it was not alright, as we waited 20 minutes for \"fast food\". The wontons came out at the same time as the food even though they are classified as \"appetizers\". \n\nNot a place I would go to again or tell anyone about. I experienced it now time to move on.",
"Man this place was better than expected! It shares a space with a taco joint and a coffee bar so I wasn't sure how the quality of food was going to be. This place was great! I ordered the chicken teriyaki and yellow curry and both were outstanding! Everything was super fresh and cooked to perfection. The sauce portioning was not too much or too little and the amount they gave you for the price was great! Staff were friendly and helpful. This will definitely be one of my regular food visits when I'm at The Village. \n\nAlso, another great feature about Rice Works is that it's great food for a decent price. Most restaurants in the village are going to be $12 and up for one plate, not including drinks and tip. Nice to have an affordable and delicious alternative to a more expensive sit down restaurant."
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"NESCo is high-end version of a classic Philly sandwich shop. The menu is oustanding. There is something for everyone. So far ive had the Italian Pork, Meatball Marinara, and Mac & Cheese. All 3 were delicious. You can eat in but seats are limited. You can take out of course. Right now they are very busy so calling ahead for pick-up is a good idea. So far, so good for Northeast Sandwich Company!",
"What a great new addition to the NE! I'm so happy this is around the corner from my house because we will definitely become regulars. I actually made a pact with my boyfriend that we will try something different every time we come until we've tried everything on the menu. One thing tho: the Nashville chicken is HOT!! The flavor of it was amazing however. I hope they stick around for a while! Kris is a wizard in the kitchen!",
"If you find yourself in the Northeast...Scratch that. MAKE SURE you find yourself in Northeast Philly to check out this very inviting Sandwich shop. \n\nVery tough to make a decision but I went with the pork schnitzel Sandwich. Perfectly breaded and fried pork cutlet with\n spaetzle , cabbage and mushroom gravy. I swear it tasted like Germany on a roll.\nPerfectly portioned and executed.\n\nMy friend ordered the Nashville hot chicken, which was gone before I could ask him how it was.\n\nWe also ordered wings, which were outrageous. \n\nOverall it was a great experience and I look forward to plowing through their menu over the next few months. \n\nDefinitely put NESCo on your must try list.",
"Wow. What an amazing Sammy! \nHad the porkroll cheesesteak.....It was delicious. I can't wait to come back and try the rest of the things on the menu!!!! Kudos!",
"I usually do not eat at a brand new restaurant on opening day but for\nsome kooky reason we needed lunch and it being close to my store we\nfigured we'll call for take out. Wrong the phone just rang. So I had my guy run to grab it and almost a hour later we ate. I understand they got slammed. But at least have someone answering the phones for orders. \n\nThe chef-partner from Blue Duck was ousted and opened this up. I liked the new menu, it all sounded it good. \nAfter a short ride back food was still warm. Good sign.\nFor a first time visit I gotta go with a burger and rings. \nYou can't make that good you're dead to me. Fucking dead.\n\nGood news, they're not dead to me.\nA lovely typical potato bun, is always a great choice. Meat was good, a bit more seasoning would have amplified it but all the fresh toppings \nbrought it together in a harmonious meaty bliss. \nI was a bit bitter to see they forgot the chips & pickles that were \nto come with the sandwiches. It really chaps my ass a bit. \nThe onion rings help sooth that. Nice batter and a stupendous \nhouse made sauce which is bottle worthy. \n\nI will be back to try many of the other delicious sounding menu items real soon.\nJust never again opening day\n\nUPDATE 2/28/18\nWe wanted to try a few more items and split both sandwiches.\nThe chicken was not hot and had a okay flavor but the meat was very thin and sparse. \n\nCheesesteak looked and smelled amazing but the meat was a bit tough. Flavor wise it was all melding well but the meat was not on par.\n\nAlso tried the onion rings again and they had a breadcrumb better and \nwas a huge let down to a few days ago when they had beer batter. \nNot sure why the switch but if it stays this way I will forgo them. Not impressed. They did remember the pickles & chips this go round. Thanks for that.",
"I was super underwhelmed upon getting the food. I ordered with a decent size group on a Saturday afternoon and got it as take out. All the menu options sounded delicious and smelled good, but fell short. The club had one piece of bacon and looked like it was thrown together in a rush, which is understandable because they were packed...but ONE piece? My falafel burger was not cooked even close to fully and had the consistency of guacamole. And every order that included chips, did not actually include chips. I will say the fries and cheese sauce were delicious and so were the buffalo chicken fries. I'll definitely try them again if I get the opportunity to try them during the week when they're less packed. I still have a lot of hope for them.",
"Stopped in today for a quick lunch but it was bit of a let down. Got there around 1:00, it was packed! This is a newer restaurant and I usually steer clear and let them work out the kinks before I venture in.\n\nI went with the Nashville hot chicken. At $8.95 it's a pretty good deal. That price includes chips and a pickle. The sand which itself was huge! It was a bit too big for the martins potato bun. The chicken was piled high and it was 2 tenders. With the chicken being so big it left the sandwich very sloppy. The spice was spot on and had some sweetness to balance it out. The breading on the chicken was very gritty. It was very unpleasant. A friend had the roast pork and it looked amazing. The fries were very good as well. I love the fact they carry artic splash. \n\nThey offer window seating which is very nice. The counter girl was also very friendly. I will give it another shot after they iron out the kinks. Solid 3 stars.",
"I like that their menu is different than typical deli. Can't wait to try brisket, nashville hot chicken, pork belly reuben and cheesesteak soup. Only tried breakfast; will post more after I try lunch. \n\nI ordered at 10:15 on a Sunday and it was a 30 min wait for a pork roll egg and cheese, bagel and cream cheese and breakfast bowl w bacon. I'm used to 15 min, even 20 but 30 sounded steep for breakfast foods. They did have my ready all packed up and ready to go when I arrived in 25 min. I had ordered a cinnamon roll but lady on phone must have missed it. They were out of chorizo for the day so wasn't able to try chorizo jawn on a tortilla, which sounded yummy. \n\nBagel and cream cheese ($2.50) had a lot of cream cheese and bagel was good (only have plain) but they didn't smear the cream cheese on both sides and they didn't put a knife in the bag. I like to eat my bagel in 2 parts not as a sandwich. I know Dunkin' Donuts does this, but it's not fast food I'm eating in my car. \n\nPork roll egg and cheese ($5) was good and big with 3 eggs and 3 pieces of pork roll. \n\nBreakfast bowl ($6) was a bowl (I wasn't sure if it would be in a bowl since it said sandwiches served on roll or tortilla). Though it wasn't smoked breakfast potatoes - it's tater tots (good just weird to call tots breakfast potatoes). It was very cheesy. Prob too cheesy for me but others may like. I added bacon ($1.50) and caramelized onion ($.50). It said any any protein for $1.50 - I wasn't sure if I could add pork belly or brisket from lunch menu but they said only breakfast options (bacon, hot link, pork roll, steak), which makes sense. \n\n**Breakfast is served until 11am** They open at 9am on weekends so 2 hours to order. \n\nSays they have la colombe coffee. \n\nThey had butter cake, cinnamon rolls and another dessert option from FerryGoodTreats. \n\nThey have some counter seating as well. \n\nSuper excited about this addition to the neighborhood and can't wait to try lunch items!",
"came early friday afternoon and didn't wait at all-- ordered the hot nashville and it was HUGE. it's definitely a spicy sandwich but has a level of sweetness to it that cuts it out. the heat leaves your lips tingling but in a good way. i'd recommend ordering a basket of fries over a single order (compared to the sandwich size i expected a bigger size -- they're in a small boat) but i have no complaints. the atmosphere was great and the service was fantastic. i will definitely be returning! \n\nbe warned that the location IS small. there are only about 8 seats along both windows but that's it! i'd recommend coming early in the afternoon or prepare for your meal to go.",
"My husband & I ordered from the Northeast Sandwich Co. Saturday afternoon & wow. DELICIOUS! The chicken cheesesteak was so good! My husbands food was so good too! We will be back!"
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"Tourist trap that I used to count on for safe dishes with unadventurous guests, but lately even the standbys have suffered in quality (undercooked, inconsistently seasoned). They earn a star just for the people-watching location, though.",
"This really is a tourist trap. I only ate here because my breakfast options were waining at 12 pm and i really wanted something breakfasty.\n\nI ordered the Louisiana omelet and my boyfriend ordered a veggie omelet. Both omeletes were runny inside, VERY runny inside. He described his as the worst omelete he's ever had, runny and even more bland than Denny's. In fact, he'd have preferred a Denny's omelete.\n\nMine was saved only by the very tasty Creole sauce they put on top of it. That warrants the one star i gave it.\n\nOur waitress was not overwhelmed with tables, there weren't many people in there, yet she was slow with the refills. \n\nIt was just not a good experience at all.",
"I would have to agree with most of the reviews on this one. This was quite a tourist trap. I had a sandwich and my girlfriend had an omelet. They were not very flexible as she wanted the omelet with egg whites and they said that was not possible.\n\nI had the half order of Muffaletta sandwich and it was quite over toasted and dry. The prices of this place was rather high and the quality of the food was quite low.",
"This place is pretty dismal. My boyfriend and I got up really late on a Sunday afternoon and were looking for a place to eat in the middle of the afternoon. As it turns out, most restaurants in town close between 2 and 7 or so, so we were having a pretty hard time. After a lot of walking, we found River's Edge, which was still open and had a sign saying they serve breakfast all day. We should have known better, given the touristy location, but we were starving so we decided to give it a try. They serve pretty typical local food, and indeed have breakfast all day. We both got omelets: I got the Louisiana omelet, which came with peppers, onions, crab meat, and creole sauce, with a side of potatoes. Quite honestly it wasn't good at all: the omelet was way overcooked and the eggs were brown... it was dry and I probably would not have been able to eat it if it weren't for the sauce. The service was friendly but very very slow... I wouldn't recommend coming here.",
"I'm gonna have to agree with the previous yelpers on this one. I'm gonna give it 2 stars cause the omelet my friend Lainey had was decent but my jambalaya was not up to par. Great location across from Cafe du Monde and Jackson Square...great traffic for a nice lil' tourist trap!",
"holy crap, who would ever review this more than 1 star!!! we sat for over 10 minutes with NO ONE anywhere near us- now there were 5 of us and we were having a grand ol time talking and laughing, but after 10 minutes i started to get thirsty.....so when i saw the waitress come over i was elated, but NOPE she RUDELY walked right by us and went to the large table behind us....I told her as she was walking \"ma'am we were here way before them\" and she IGNORED ME completely- giving her a chance (which I wish I hadn't) i waited for her to turn around....once she turned around and walked RIGHT BY US without even saying \"ill be right back\" I STORMED OUT and my group followed- what an awful awful establishment",
"I can't even give this place a star - not because I ate there, but because of the attitude we received.\n\nWe vacationed in New Orleans over Halloween and one evening we found ourselves in Jackson Square looking for a place to eat. I had to go to the bathroom and the place looked clean, so we ventured in.\n\nAs my family waited to get seated, I ran to the back to go to the bathroom. I was yelled at by a waitress who told me that I had to be a paying customer to use the restroom. I ignored her and went on and then had the MANAGER follow me into the bathroom to chastise me. I told her that my family was waiting to get seated, so she waited while I washed my hands and then followed me out to where my family was standing. I told my family there was no way we were eating there. I then turned to the manager and told her that I wasn't buying a drink nor was I going to buy dinner from that restaurant. She tried to explain to me about all the drunk people that came in and tried to use their restroom - to which I replied that none of us were either drunk or disorderly.\n\nPoor customer service! Poor manners in a city that depends on tourism.",
"This is a terrible establishment. The food was attrocious, but more than that we had a terrible experience there. \n\nWe were getting very bad service and were shocked by the attitude of the wait staff. We were planning to not tip more than 15%. At the end of our meal we found an 18% service charge added even though we were a party of three. \n\nThe table next to us (also a party of three) did not have this added to their bill. On asking the waitress why she added this to our bill and not to the people next to us she said this is because we are \"foreigners\". (We are Indian)\n\nOn showing her my New York id she says to me \"I dont see your id, i just see you\". \n\nWe then complained to the manager who was even worse and said that it was restaurant policy to charge foreigners. When asked about the next table, she said they didnt look \"foreign\" to her. \n\nI would NEVER go there again.",
"No. Never, ever, ever again. It's right across from Cafe du Monde which is a major tourist attraction and is in the quarter. The wait wasn't too long but the service wasn't awful but it definitely was below average. Our waitress wasn't rude or surly but just so unhappy and bland, like ordering from a robot. \n\nI ordered a muffuletta, one of the few New Orelans food items I hadn't eaten, after eating it here I was torn: I wanted to think there were places that made it better and should give it another shot, but also I thought it was a lousy sandwich that doesn't deserve a second glance. My friend wanted breakfast and ordered some sort of cajuny omeltte or something, it came out flat and greasy. We were friends from Basic training and that's what it reminded me of, a basic training omelette, right down to the lousy grits. I could've made a better one that that. The spinach dip appetizer came after our main course and was so bland, again like something you'd buy and microwave up. \n\nI should have looked this place up first on Yelp, and it came back to bite me in the butt.",
"Just straight up bad.\n We wanted to go to Central Grocery, but it was Mardi Gras and of course they were closed.\n So, hey, they still had breakfast - cool. I ordered the LA omelet and G had the \"Ragin' Cajun\". Ugh. So gross. Sauce seemed canned, egg partially uncooked all just bad. Ate less than 1/2.\n Also -so weird - they don't have tap water. What?!?! The bottled was only $2.50 but what the hell? That doesn't even seem legal. I work in a totally different aspect of service and even we have to offer water by law.\n This place is totally resting on their location and making money hand over fist."
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"Pros: Extensive beer selection. Yummy pretzel/bread basket. Ochsenschwanz Suppe. Bar area if a good band/polka is present.\n\nCons: Tired interior with the charm of a circa-1970-wood-paneled basement. Bland, unremarkable sauerkraut. Rouladen was bland, tough and far from wunderbar. Poor value. \n\nBottom Line: Indianapolisites praise this place and say the food is A-1 super best yum-o delicious-o. Unfortunately, I have to disagree. I had very high hopes and expectations before dining here, but left the restaurant disappointed. With food that has the charm of a suburban banquet hall, I was completely befuddled as to why the place was so crowded. But who am I to judge other people's palettes? Naturally, YMMV.",
"This is a great place to get a beer and enjoy live music in their beergarten.\nYou can bring kids too, but they have to leave at a certain time (not sure when, but you can check with restaurant before visit).\n\nI have dined there as well, it is pretty cool on the inside very antiquish. The food is decent, it is German all the way. So if that is your style give it a try!\n\nHappy Dining!",
"Had the pleasure of dining here for a group event. Was pleasantly surprised at the spacious facility and the atmosphere. Very cool! I do not like beer that well but felt obligated to try something in the beer catergory since I was at a biergarten....had the Rathskeller Raz and enjoyed it! The only pitful for me was the prices. You could hardly find anything on the menu for under $8...even the appetizers were expensive (I am guessing that they are large portions meant to be shared with a group, but I am not sure..) I ended up getting a pretzel with cheese which was only $2 and rather filling. Cuisine is very German, so be prepared. We had a hamburger, but it is more like a sausage patty than a hamburger. But I LOVED the atmosphere with the band playing the background and the biergarten full of people dining, drinking and having a good time. Perfect for a summer evening!",
"Do you want to go to work today?\nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \nDo you want to get a haircut?\nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \nDo you want to get married? \nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \nDo you want to fall down? \nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \nDo you want to drink poison?\nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \nDo you want to go to Illinois? \nNO I DON'T WANNA DO THAT! \n\nDo you want to go out to a bar?\nJA! JA! JA!\n\nWise words from a local favorite and Rathskeller regular, Polka Boy. \n\nThe building that houses the Rathskeller, as well as a large theater and a YMCA, was built in the 1800s by Kurt Vonnegut's grandfather. The architecture is outstanding. The jewel of the Rathskeller is the expansive biergarten. On a nice summer day with a 32 ounce Warsteiner and fun drinking music, there's no better place in Indiana to get drunk.",
"I'm German and I love this place. I think I have to, it's in my blood. The food, though pricey, is great and authentic. The serve their beer in big glass mugs. They had Spreckers Root Beer before it became trendy. They even carry Spreckers beer! The beergarten is great for live music. It really feels like summer in Indianapolis when you can hear live music coming from the Rathskeller.",
"First freakin' rate! Everytime I come through Indy I make a point of trying to get here. Fantastic beers, cool looking rooms, and the food is the stuff dreams are made of (and I am not a big fan of german food). The wursts are simply awesome, the schnitzel is dynamite, and even the lemon pepper chicken is rockin'. They give you hot soft pretzels with a dynamite horseradish mustard sauce for dippin' (and trust me it's damn near wasabi-levels). \n\nThey've also got a cool outdoor area where you can get a limited menu and see live bands. I would step through a hail of bullets for the dunkel weiss, in giant schooners no less. This place is a local gem.",
"Guten tag. Ein Schlenkeria Rauchbier, bita. \n\nDer biergarten ist wunderbar.",
"Fantastic place! Delicious food from the pretzel and bread to the sauerbraten. If you go, you must be waited by Bridget, she is a gem von Bavaria.\nNothing like having great restaurant ambience, fresh beer, and authentic food.",
"i felt cheated over the summer when I went to Rathskeller and saw the OUTDOOR GARDEN! WHHYYY hadn't my friends taken me here in the past? Had i always just come in for a brew so quickly I didn't take the time to go outside? Darn.\n\nThe beer is great, the location is great, the outdoors-ness is great.\nThumbs up.",
"This place is the only German based restaurant n Indy, but if this place was located in Germany it likely go bank rupt. Foods average at best."
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"I had been following the Kawaii Kitty Cafe since they started their indiegogo, so I was extremely excited to book a visit for their opening weekend. It was $10 per person for an hour with the cats, not including the price of food. \n\nThe decoration is absolutely adorable, full of quirky, original feline-themed art pieces (including a Ziggy Stardust cat!) with a pastel Japanese vibe. The cat room in the front is comfy with a large window facing the street, and the back room (with the food counter) has all sorts of goodies for sale. \n\nTheir booking system is set up so there can only be a few people in the room with the cats at one time. For a good portion of our hour, we were the only people in the room, while another party of three came in about a half hour into it. It was lovely to have so much one on one time with the cats. I had been to a cat cafe once before (in London) where there was a far higher ratio of guests to cats, which meant that each cat was constantly crowded by people trying to take pictures. \n\nThe cats (there were maybe 9 or 10 total?) themselves seemed extremely relaxed. Most of them were taking an afternoon nap in the sun, although a couple were eager to nuzzle us and play a bit. They did not seem stressed, anxious, or shy at all. This had the effect of making ME feel very relaxed! I could have fallen asleep right on the couch alongside all the snoozing kitties. I wanted to adopt them all - and I could have, because they're all up for adoption, too!\n\nThe menu was limited, but my other two guests enjoyed their food. I had an iced green tea latte which was refreshing in the heat. \n\nThe owners seemed a bit stressed - understandable! - but were nevertheless extremely friendly and welcoming. The owner's mother was there to help out and was a joy to talk to. All in all, there are still a few kinks to work out but I had an absolutely lovely time and it's obvious that the staff and owners have a true passion for what they do. What a wonderful addition to the neighborhood.",
"I wanted to note that I got scratched/bitten by Mr. Ravioli when feeding him some treats. It was a pretty deep cut and broke skin, I was also bleeding. He did not seem like a friendly cat, but maybe it could have been an off day.\n\nI came during opening on Saturday morning. The fingerprint cookies were delicious, but the green tea latte that I ordered was more on the luke warm side instead of a nice hot latte which was a bit disappointing. Overall it was fun to check out a cat cafe for the first time, but I would not make this a regular spot since appointments cost $5 to $10 for each half hour/hourly block. There were about 7-8 cats on the day that I went. Majority were lounging around, with only a few that were a little more active. I guess depending on the time of day that you go, half of the cats may be sleeping since they would most likely get tired out if they were playing all day. Decor was very very cute and cat themed with pastel colors and lots of plushies.",
"I had a great time at the kitty cafe! I've wanted to check this place out ever since I saw the sign a month ago, and it did not disappoint. If you're stressed out and want some quality cat therapy, this is a great option, plus all the cats are adoptable! The cats were super chill and didn't have any issues with us petting them. One of them was even climbing around on us.\n\nThe cat room had cute decor and plenty of seating. I'd love to try the food and other cafe items next time. The owners were super friendly and nice as well. I'll definitely be bringing my friends back here soon!\n\nTip: Be sure to make a reservation online if you want to go in the cat room!",
"I loved my hour at this kitty cafe. I came with my 15month old daughter for lunch and some friendly play with the cats. The food selection is limited but delicious. We tried the strawberry cream sandwich, which was very light and refreshing. The staff is wonderful. They are warm, welcoming, and patiently answer all your questions. The cats seem very relaxed. I kept a close eye on my daughter in case any seemed aggressive, but they all handled the grabby hands of a toddler very well. The small space keeps it from being family friendly. It would be very tight fit to have 2 strollers. There's no changing table in the bathroom, but it is surprisingly spacious and kept very clean. So we made do by spreading a mat and towel on the floor. We'll definitely be back!",
"Kawaii was lovely! We got there about 15 minutes ahead of our reservation and grabbed some snacks and coffee from the cafe in the back. My friend and I split the strawberry and cream sandwich, which was light, simple, and sweet. Lots of cute kitty-themed tchotchkes for sale as well. \n\nWe went into the cat room on the hour. There were about 7 or 8 cats in there. Some were lively, some were cuddly, some were snoozing away. Mr. Ravioli was one of our favorites--he was sweet and soft and lazy. There are several toys for cats to play with (Wes Mantooth was in the most playful mood during our visit). Some of the cats snoozed away the hour, getting up occasionally to stretch or reposition themselves. The cafe staff checked in on us a few times, refilling drinks and placing orders for snacks. \n\nOverall, Kawaii was a lot of fun. Cats will behave like cats, no matter where you place them. They might feel outgoing at times, they might feel like being left alone at times, they might want to just sleep 20 hours a day. In fact, I'd have adopted one of the kitties if my lease allowed pets. But we will be back for our furface fix!",
"Great place and wonderfully set up. The cats have lots of toys food clean bed and it didn't have any odor in the play room. This is a great place and I would highly recommend visiting!",
"Sweet kitties, friendly vibe, lovely hosts/owners, cute decor, tasty coffee and treats. The cat room is cozy and bright and all the cats seemed very \"at home\" and the human visitors to the cat room were having a great time. Wish I lived closer so I could visit all the time! What an amazing and worthwhile enterprise! All the best wishes for success!",
"This place was very neat. The owner was so nice and caring. I love cats so I couldn't wait for the place to open. It was very relaxing and had a chill atmosphere. Can't wait to go back with my wife.",
"One of my friends and I went this past weekend and absolutely loved it. The cats were all so sweet. My coffee was also delicious but back to the cats.... I loved them all but my favorites were Mr Ravioli (major laid back love bug... If I could have another cat it would've been him!!!), Wiley (snuggler who loves being held) and Wes Mantooth (who is the silliest cat you'll ever meet). Definitely check this place out, especially if you're in the market for an amazing cat.",
"Kawaii!\n\nAwesome to see this trend reaching the USA (animal cafes are popular in Japan). The cafe is precious, the cat room is adorable--sugary pastels and kawaii japanese plushies, and the menu is solid. I got a green ginger smoothie to sip on while lounging with the cats. It was very smooth (frozen banana blended in there?) with just enough sweetness, and quite large. \n\nThe best part is these cats are actually adoptable, as they come from a local shelter. It's a great way to socialize these guys, and potentially introduce them to a future owner. I can say, if my living conditions allowed, I would have adopted Miss Cake on the spot, who napped next to me as I stroked her. There are also some cat toys and treats around the room to interact, but don't be surprised if some of the cats are more aloof.\n\nThe cafe and cat room are spotless and odorless (if anything, the cafe actually smells very pleasent). \nWe had a great time, and I will most definitely be back.\n\n*Make a reservation online if you want in on the cat room."
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"Great little Japanese restaurant in Santa Barbara - there are some cheaper deals around but this place is worth spending the extra money for a little bit more quality. Located on State Street - it's very ideal and very convenient.",
"nice place. reminds me of sushi roku, except it's in santa barbara. lots of creative dishes.",
"The BEST Japanese restaurant I've ever been to and I make it a point to try them all... This is gourmet Japanese, and so probably not for everyone. Hip, packed place with long waits. Well worth the waits and extra money. Not to miss: the \"Miss Ebelyn\" - - halibut and shrimp \"potsticker\" (to the 100th power) with utterly indescribable sauce. (People order the sauce on the side and just eat it over plain rice!) Also, if you get a roll (like California roll) - they will wrap it in colored rice paper, which is a lot of fun. I prefer the hot pink paper, though you can choose from several others. Dining at Arigato is always a big treat! Enjoy...",
"This place simply kicks ass. I've been downing sushi since I was four with my grandfather putting fresh cuts in my baby bowl, and Arigato's dishes equal the best places I've been to in Asia and Los Angeles.\n\nTheir cuts are excellent and your teeth easily cuts into the sushi with each bite. All their rolls are tasty. Try their ginger bluefin tuna, firecracker ahi, toro, rainbow roll, spicy halibut,... try it all.",
"Best Sushi I've ever had. They should open one in SF.\n\nEdit. Second to Alex Sushi in Oslo which is now my favorite.",
"It's busy, it's smallish, it's packed, and it's really good sushi. I was here with a friend while we were on a road trip and I said, \"hey, I need sushi\". Neither of us really knew the area that well, so it was Yelp to the rescue! On people's recommendation we tried it and we were very pleased with the quality, variety, and presentation of the sushi. Mmm. I'm still thinking of it right now!\n\nTimes visited: 1",
"i shouldn't write this review because it will make the place even MORE crowded, but this place is mind blowingly good.",
"The best sushi that I have had in Southern California. \n\nTry the non-traditional items. I often pick things that I don't recognize on the menu and it had never done me wrong.",
"I went here over the summer on vacation with a friend. The restaurant is on a happening little main street in the middle of town, the appearance of it very cute. Even though the place was packed to the gills and we didn't have reservations, we were seated quickly. I'd have to say the ONLY downfall of Arigato is the noise level. They should really try to seat less people at once, but the food more than makes up for it. The fish is SO fresh! I had several orders of different sushi, as well as a cucumber salad appetizer. My friend, who isn't into sushi as much, had some kind of meat entree and said it was really well prepared. The staff is also very attentive and kind. I'm really looking forward to getting back up that way to go there again!",
"Great sushi. This is #1 on the Yahoo reviews and rightfully so. Get there early and I'd recommend sitting at the sushi bar. Great staff, great food."
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"Great place - I couldn't find it on Yelp so I added it! I'm visiting from San Francisco and this was a great place in Tucson. They have some great beers. I tried an Amber Ale, which was great. One of my friends got a sweet tasty strawberry beer. I had the special burger with a great house sauce on it. Order the cookie for dessert... but not for just you... it is a very huge cookie and comes in a pan dish nice and hot from the oven. The pizza is also good. Cool decor and environment. Not very mall-feeling, considering it is part of the Foothills Mall. Enjoy!",
"OK, first I had better admit that I work at Thunder Canyon Brewery.\n\nSecond, I will say that that aside, I think that TCB's beers are the best microbrews you'll find locally. There is always a wide variety, from a fruit beer always on tap, to several tasty varieties ranging in body and maltiness (blonde, amber, wheat and stout always among the mix), to the ever-present hoppy Thunderhead IPA.\n\nAnd then there's the food. As a fantastic brewery, you would expect mostly people come in to drink beer, and the food is secondary, right? Since I serve it all, I can tell you how many tables filled with water, soda and iced tea drinkers I serve every day. Why they're there? To eat the food. And they keep coming back.\n\nThe pizzas and burgers are great (the pizzas are made in a pecan wood oven on crusts made with spent grain from the brewing process, while all the burgers are available with cooked-to-order beef patties, chicken breasts or veggie patties). Get the Baja burger, you will thank me.\n\nBeyond those basics, there are amazing and wide-ranging entrees, from freshly smoked beef brisket and pork shoulder, to house made sausages, pastas (the Sabino pasta with artichokes, sundried tomatoes and olives in a creamy sauce is a personal favorite), fish and chips, wraps, salads, and the list goes on and on...\n\nAnd please, please, if this review makes you want to come in and try the place out, just TIP YOUR SERVER well. Thanks :)",
"I like the pretzels and the root beer. Everything else isn't bad but nothing spectacular. 31/2 stars.",
"I first visited TCB a few years ago. My friend Craig was on his first trip back to Tucson since moving to Australia and if I wanted to see him, it was TCB or bust. So I hauled myself up to the Foothills Mall (pretty far away for a downtown girl), sat at the biggish round table, and had a grand ol' time. All I really remember about that first trip: good beer, Craig talking about his picture being on the wing wall, lots of laughter, and the cookie. OMG the cookie. This, my friends, is a pan full of cookie that comes out to you hot and gooooey with a scoop of vanilla iced cream and whipped cream. All full of beer and food, it still did not take us much to finish it and wish there was just a liiittle bit more. \n\nFor years, then, the only time I went to TCB was when Craig visited. It was good, but far away. (Still is.) Then I became close friends with a gal who works there and I decided to visit her one night. I found out that the ladies who work there have a fantasy football league with very raunchy team names, there are many employees with varied talents (out of the raunchy realm, I mean), and everyone is super nice. Even the regular customers are nice. It's become a place that I go every few months (for being so far away & my not going out to eat often in general, that's actually pretty damn often for me to go there) instead of just when Craig visits. Now I go of my own volition and drag other people up because it's worth it.\n\nI told you about the cookie. Yes. Get one of those, but bring people to help you eat it. I can tell you also that the beers are some of the best microbrews I've had, and I've been to a fair number of breweries in a fair number of states (and Scotland) with some people who are pretty darn serious about their beer. The food is good, though the fish & chips are hit or miss, especially if you're from a place with real seafood. The Not A Cobb salad is fantastic, as was the andouille chili (sorry, but I guess you'll have to wait for the next chili month to try it). The burgers are very good, as is the pizza. There are, of course, mixed drinks if you're not a beer person (or if you are just in the mood) and the whisky selection is notable. Oh, and don't forget the cookie.",
"Great brews and very good food as far as brewpubs go. Their IPA is great, as are the stouts that I've sampled here in the past. Veggie burger is among the better ones I've had, and their fried appetizers were quite tasty as well.\n\nDon't be turned off by the mall location, it's like any other modern brewpub inside. Reasonable prices as well.",
"I love this place. I moved to Tucson in 2004 and had no idea what a gem I stumbed upon when I got lost and ended up at the Foothills mall. My coming from Seattle I was very interested in the misters they had to cool you down while dining outside. Plus I lived only 5 minutes away so it became the go to place. Also nice to be surrounded by lots of good looking people.\nI no longer live in AZ but still dream of the half off appetizer Hummus and vegies that they offered during happy hour. Service is ok but if I am in Tucson again I will definately swing back in for happy hour. Place gets packed so arrive early",
"A solid 3.5 stars. Ok so I can't give em a half star, so a solid 3 stars. We stopped in here on a weekday evening. The place was busy but not crowded. We had a nice seat out side to enjoy the cool evening weather and the lovely view of the parking lot. \n\nThe wait staff was a little slow but friendly and when asked for recommendations our waitress offered a firm opinion of what she liked and why. She honestly stated on one food question that she did not know because she did not like that particular food. \n\nThe food was well prepared and presented. I had the pulled pork Bar-b-que sandwich and one of their brews. \n\nThe prices were about average for the type of place and location. I would recommend them if you have a hankering for American fair with a SW twist. Bottom line, good nothing exceptional.",
"Beer was pretty good... Give it a b+. food was a B- or c+ , service was good. One beer was surprisingly good -- the \"Orange U Glad... One of the pleasant beer surprises we've had in years. \n\nLike a good beer meets a Creamsicle. Sounds strange but really yummy. Go figure.\n\nWe'd come back for another try.",
"A brewery in a mall? Interesting. I guess it beats Red Robin or Benningans though, right? And certainly it's better than the food court. I'm really not sure what made them decide to set up shop attached to the mall, but whatever, it seems to work.\nThe food is pretty good, or at least standard for pub fare. As stated in other reviews, they have a veggie burger, and it is quite tasty. The beers (it is a brewery after all) are certainly worth the visit. They are surprisingly good. Being a fan of IPAs, I am very pleased with their offering, and doubly pleased to see a local brewery provide this choice (Nimbus, why oh why don't you have an IPA in standard rotation?!). They have a good stout as well, although these are better enjoyed during the oh-so chilly Tucson winters.\nPerhaps one of the strongest points about this place is the happy hour. During that golden time of day (what are the hours? I can't remember, sorry!), you get dollar off pints as well as 2-for-1 (or is it half off?) appetizers. The appetizers are actually quite tasty. My wife and I went, had a couple pints and a couple appetizers, all for around $12. That's a steal in my opinion!\nAs for the restaurant itself--there's an indoor bar, table seating, and outdoor seating with its own bar (although I don't think I have ever seen the outdoor bar staffed when I have been there). The walls are decorated with beer serving trays from hundreds of different breweries around the world--I even found Schultz and Dooley (Utica Club), from where I used to live in NY. It's a treat to wander around and see the various offerings from different breweries. The bar area has TVs all around, typically showing sports. Also of note is free wifi.\nFrom what I've seen, it's not easy to find Thunder Canyon beers away from the restaurant. There's a bar in the Old Town Artisan district downtown that has a selection on tap, but that is all I have ever managed to find. They do NOT bottle their brew. So if you want to try a new local offering, you should just go to the source.\nIf you find yourself at the mall, give this place a try for lunch. If you are a beer snob, go and try some local craft. And if you're a person who's spouse loves to wander the mall, go along for a change, and set yourself down in Thunder Canyon while your significant other shops to their delight. And if you don't like beer with flavor, don't worry--they offer the standard choice of crappy American and Mexican beers as well.",
"What I wouldn't give for a Thunder Canyon nearby where I am in the middle of Tucson. We just had a BJ's open up across the street. I've been to BJ's and paid a lot for... meh. I've been to Thunder Canyon and paid a really small amount for lunch and a beer, and got phenomenal taste and service. \n\nFirst, who's ever heard of peppery beef soup? I hadn't, but that was magnificent. Fish sticks are great as well. There's a nice assortment of lunch plates for barely six bucks, and throw in only an extra dollar for a tall glass of their fresh beer brews. Fruit beer? Wow... we loved the glass so much we bought a refillable jug to take home. But we can't get over to Foothill's mall often enough. \n\nPLEEEEEASE open another location near here... I'd never stop going there. Whereas the BJ's? ....... meh... won't be going back."
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"This is my favorite Mexican food restaurant. I recommend sitting outside.",
"We only ate here because we parked in their parking spot. I don't know the normal price for Mexican food in Santa Barbara, but compared to Silicon Valley, the food here is way too expensive. There is hardly anything on the lunch menu that costs less than $10. The Mango Margarita contains nothing that resembles Mango; maybe that's why it's THE house special. The service was good and the waiter kept the chips coming. Other than that, the only thing I like about this place is that it made me appreciate more about having a taco for $1.25 at Rincon Sabroso. I totally took it for granted. \n.",
"To be honest, I thought, walking up to Carlitos, that this was WAY too much like an El Torito, but to our delight, it really was not.\n\nLocated right downtown, on State Street, Carlitos Cafe has both indoor seating and a large outdoor area, adjacent to the street and parking lot, with perhaps 20 tables - both 2-tops and 4-tops. There were couples and parties and heat lamps kept the cool evening air at bay. Even though this was a cool early summer evening, the patio was very comfortable when we were there.\n\nThey have the typical large mexican menu, but there are definitely some standouts. We started with a Mojito and a Pomegranate Margarita - both excellent - and began the meal with a fabulous and very fresh ceviche, piled high with fresh marinated chunks of fish.\n\nWe then shared a platter of sizzling shrimp fajitas which, although they looked bland, were very flavorful and light - very little oil is used in cooking them on the platter with the onions, peppers, and tomatoes.\n\nAfter all that, we were pretty full, so we didn't try any desserts, but we would definitely go back.\n\nOh...and they had live music that was just fabulous. They did a rendition from Buena Vista Social Club that was tight and lively. Go grab your honey and check it out...",
"Excellent ambiance, very tasty salsa with the chips, both traditional and a second one (my wife's favorite) with corn and black beans. \nThe appetizers can make a meal. I personally love the shrimp empanadas, (two very large). That, with the chips and salsa and a nice top shelf margarita makes for a perfect dinner. \n I prefer the outdoor seating unless the weather is too cool. The live music is always good without being overpowering. The fajitas are always done right, and they offer several very good seafood dishes, which is not really typical for a Mexican style menu.\n This is the place I usually bring my guests when I have friends or family from out of town. Strongly recommended. This is not your cheapest Mexican fare in Santa Barbara, but is argueably the best.",
"Definitely my favorite place in the Santa Barbara Area. I lived in SB for about a year and this is one of my favorite places. \n\nTheir food is really good and their portions are absolutely huge! Two of my favorite things about a restaurant :-)\n\nI don't know many places that not only give u chips and salsa for free on your table, but you also get free guacamole! That doesn't happen very often! Oh and its not cheap guac either, its fresh and chunky and has tomatoes, its very very good. \n\nIf you go on weekend nights too after 7PM they have live music which is such a refreshing change. They have both inside and outside seating, both of which allow you to enjoy the excellent weather in the Santa Barbara area. \n\nI would advise that you make reservations before hand, as this place does get pretty packed, pretty fast. Oh and make sure to arrive early, because unless your willing to walk, their private parking area is part of a strip mall and is very small. \n\nPlus the service here is very good too. The first time i went, our waiter was very rude and very unhelpful but since the first time i haven't seen him working there...i hope he doesn't anymore. Everyone i have had since then though, has been more then friendly and helpful.\n\nThey also have a good selection of wine and alcohol that include margaritas and mojitos. Both of which are very good and worth the price.\n\nI will say that the prices in this place could be a little bit lower for my taste, but for the large portions and good service, it is definitely well worth it!\n\nWhenever i go back to SB i always make sure to eat here. You definitely cannot miss this place in SB!",
"A favorite of the bf's mom and hubby #2 since they live up the street by the Mission. Excellent outdoor seating area for sunny Sunday brunches overlooking upper State St. Huge portions make up for the higher prices. The fresh salsa and fixings are nice. The last time I was there I had the pork pozole. It was surprisingly good (I say surprisingly because although I think Carlito's is great, I am highly biased and hesitate to stray from the typical Mexican food items available at most places and order things that I know no one will ever make better than my mother). The pork was a little dry but the broth and hominy were great as were all the \"traditional\" fixings for it. The bf had the Carne Asada Sopes. Also excellent, although they were served with Spanish rice, which I thought was interesting...the little banana muffins that come with brunch are also pretty good.",
"The chicken mole tacos are good. Very good, in fact. \n\nBut...it was a little weird that the food brought to our table wasn't ours. My own food hadn't come yet, so my companions waited politely. It took somewhere between 5-10 minutes, and our actual order to arrive at another table, that all parties realized they had the wrong food. The food that had sat at our table during that time was unceremoniously picked up and plonked on the other table. \nIt was a very awkward moment between the tables. The most I could do was make a joke about it all, \"Don't worry guys, I licked everything, but I didn't actually eat any of it.\" And there was some token uncomfortable laughter.\n\nAnd then, partway through my salad I realized that the rather large flake of pepper was really a dead fly. I tried to deny it for a bit, but pepper does not have wings and legs. Unless it's, like, Always Pepper, new with wings! But I doubt it.\n\nIt was a business lunch, so I stayed composed. I'm sure there is ground up insect parts and other random detritus in all the packaged foods I eat anyway. Extra protein, right? I didn't say anything until after I left, and then I told my co-worker. And yelp.",
"The drinks are good, the chips and salsa are good, the patio is nice, and the portions are huge. However, the food is only okay and the service is sometimes pretty crappy.",
"I am really, really disappointed in the fact that so many people gave this incredible place such low ratings! Me and my companion have had PLENTY of authentic and clearly not Mexican food, Carlito's has BY FAR been one of the best, and definitely had the best shrimp tacos' ever.\n\nAmbience: Beautiful patio area dining, we were seated at the fountain which had let us in our own little world at times, but could still experience the laid back area of State St. \n\nMoijitos: A bit strong for my usual favorite drink because they float Myer's, but it was still super good after they graciously brought me extra filler liquid.\n\nChips/salsa: Their salsa was red, gorgeous, and fantastic; goes without saying it was homemade as well as the chips.\n\nShrimp tacos: The best I've ever tasted, the shrimp were succulent, tasty, crispy, but NOT breaded AT ALL. They were perfection, including the presentation of the plate. The mango salsa made me want to bottle it at the source and take some home with me. Ok..who am I kidding..take it with me to the parking lot along with those damn addicting chips. \n\nHuevos Rancheros: uuuphm...It's the only sound I can make, the black beans were honestly the best I've had; hard to believe I know, since they are technically your run of the mill black beans..but they were. Homemade corn tortillas, they had me at home. So awesome, so delicious, the salsa was spicy enough to add a mick but not take away flavor from anything else. The absolute best I've had. \n\n\n\nHomemade dulce de leche & coconut ice cream: food-gasm in my mouth. I'm not kidding, I had multiples, guys. \n\n\nAll in all, even though the 101 is the horror that it is in the Valley, I would drive here in a heartbeat to have lunch...dinner and breakfast. Preferably one right after another.",
"Overpriced, bland, packed, craptastic service. What's not to like? This place screams tourist trap but plenty of locals seem to like it. Not sure what it is about Santa Barbarian's liking overpriced crappy food but they eat it up. (see Buenos Aires Cafe across the street).\n\nThey used to be good years ago, but then the Chef left and started Los Arroyos a few blocks away. Guess he took the flavor with him and left the ridiculous prices behind."
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"Caveat - this is a review of a soft open, where everything was comped. \n\nI didn't realize this was a soft-opening, and didn't think they were going to open till Tuesday. I had had dinner at Greatful Grandens, and while riding my bike to Public House, saw that it looked like they were open. In any case, I had a Manhattan over at Public House, then wandered on back to Laughing Planet. Apparently it was their soft open, and I didn't realize when I ordered they were comping everything.\n\nI like the space - they've put in roll-up, garage doors on both the east and west sides, allowing the building to open up nicely. On the west side, they've got a nice patio in the parking lot. The interior is bigger than I expected, and matches most other restaurants these days - open, exposed, industrial look, polished concrete floors, etc. There's a bar on the right when you come in, the order station/cash registers right in front of the door. You order at the counter, and they give you a number you put on your table.\n\nI ordered the Korean BBQ bowl as well as an Icky. The Korean BBQ bowl was interesting - brown rice, broccoli, slaw, quick-pickled cucumbers, and some BBQ beef. The beef was decent, but not what I was expecting. Standard Korean BBQ is generally pretty thinly sliced short ribs or thinly sliced tenderloin, while this looked like chunks of a thicker roast (looked like it could have been a pre-cursor to shredded beef). The marinade matched a Korean flavor profile, with the Asian soy and sweetness, but the beef was definitely tougher than expected. The quick pick;ed cucumbers were interesting, with a very bold, vinegary flavor to them. The one miss for me was way too much sauce - this sauce was definitely a fusion - Asian inspired, but not the sweet flavor I'd have expected from a Korean BBQ sauce, and definitely have a bit of a kick. \n\nUnfortunately, the bowl was drenched in sauce, overwhelming the broccoli, the salad-ish bits, and the brown rice. I mentioned this when they checked in on me, and they guy mentioned he appreciated the feedback. The amount of sauce reminded me of when I see folks at Chinese restaurants drowning their rice in soy sauce. In other words, the sauce was probably an acceptable amount for many, but as someone who actually appreciates rice just on it's own, the sauce was way too much for me. Next time I'll make sure to order it on the side (it's drizzled on at the end). \n\nIn any case, the rest of their menu looked interesting, but as this was already my second dinner, and I wasn't paying, I didn't order anything else. Definitely seems like a menu I'll want to explore in the future.",
"My new favorite place to eat in Reno. This place is exactly what Midtown needed to draw what has been missing...people. Healthy, tasty, reasonably priced bowls, burritos, salads, juices etc. The location is in the heart of Midtown behind Sup. Lots of indoor & outdoor seating with a super casual, funky, modern, industrial, organic vibe. My wife and I had lunch here yesterday (the day they opened)...and bumped into each other here today as we both came back for more on day two. They're open late for dinner and the owner mentioned breakfast is in the plans. If you want tasty, healthy, food in a super cool, casual atmosphere you'll want to come here and experience the future of Midtown.",
"Great addition to midtown! You order at the counter and get your food served to your table by a food runner. Quick for lunch with great service. They have a variety for all dietary restrictions and everything we had was amazing!",
"Tucked away off of the Virginia strip you can find Laughing planet! I went in today middle of lunch rush and they handled it pretty well for them just opening. Maybe organize a line because we had no idea where to stand coming in. Despite that the chicken burrito with habanero salsa was perfect with a fresh fruit smoothie and a cheese quesadilla me and some friends split. Atmosphere is fun. Staff is friendly and they have a nice selection of salads, bowls, drinks, and apparently beer soon! Something for everyone here and a fast speed of service for the lunch rush Midtown brought to them today..",
"Had a great lunch here- this place serves healthy food that is unique and very tastey. I had a burrito with chicken and beans that didn't taste like any other burrito I had ever had - the sauces and quality are very good- the house made cookie i had was really fresh and delicious - I am anxious to go back again soon",
"The food is delicious and this place is so adorable too! My bestie and I went in for the first time yesterday. I got the Bollywood bowl and marionberry ginger smoothie with added spinach. My friend got a burrito and a smoothie; I forget which ones she got but both were yummy. The Bollywood bowl was very tasty and filling with just enough spice from the Indian coconut sauce. I also couldn't get enough of the smoothie which was perfect for a hot day. I love that they have paleo options! The environment is not lacking too; there are so many cool/cute features to this little restaurant. It feels very open and welcoming. Overall, this place has already one me over and it may already be one of my favorite cafes in town!",
"What an amazing addition to Midtown. The service was amazing as well as the food. \n\nThe Grilled Chicken Burrito was well made and very flavorable. Try it out! \n\nWe will be back.....",
"This review is based on their soft opening, just a fair warning. I'm sure this review will be updated in the near future. \n\nI came here twice last week and was pleasantly satisfied with the food I ordered. I will definitely be back-- this can easily turn into my new fave place for healthy yet flavorful food! \n\nFirst visit was on a Friday afternoon, I ordered to-go since I had to be somewhere in 30 minutes. I was cutting it close, with them being new, I knew there were going to be some glitches. I ordered the Thai Bowl and 5 minutes later, the chef calls out \"order-up\". It seemed like no one heard him so he blurted the same thing 3 more times until finally one of the servers acknowledged him. This felt like 10 minutes even though I'm sure it wasn't. This was the first glitch, and it was understandable. I'm sure everyone there is still trying to get into the process.\n\nThe Thai Bowl was pretty damn amazing. The peanut sauce was just right and the veggies piled on top made the dish come together perfectly. One flaw was their brown rice that was in the bottom of the bowl was hard and chewy. I eat brown rice pretty often and I know how hard it is to cook them. But if you are going to have brown rice as a staple in your dishes, you have to make sure that it's done right. \n\nI looked passed this and came back the next day for some lunch time action after 2 hours of Zumba (I know-Overachiever). I came in right on time because their line grew almost to the door right after I ordered. This time I ordered the Korean BBQ Bowl\nand the Mango Lassi smoothie. Smoothie\ncame out first and it was delish! It does have a dash of turmeric that gave a little bitter aftertaste at the end. If you don't care much for this, I would leave it out. It was refreshing and you can surely taste the fresh mangoes. Not too long after that, my bowl was ready as well. And holy amazeballs! The Korean BBQ Bowl was something I have never had before. The braised beef was super moist, tender and oozing with flavor, the brown rice was better but can still\nbe softer. \n\nThe 2 visits were both to-go so next time I come, I will have to sit down and take-in the modern/hipster vibe a little bit more. I love their decor and the openness of the cafe. I wonder if they have WiFi, because I can see myself spending some afternoons in their patio area. \n\nOverall, do try this place! Try their smoothies for an afternoon delight. They have something for different foodies-- omnivores and herbivores!",
"Hipster Restaurant Check List:\n\nFunky name: check\nKale: check\nQuinoa: check\nKorean BBQ something: check\nVegan, gluten-free options: check\nRelationship/allusion to Portland or Brooklyn: check\nDeafening inside due to bare, hard walls: check\nExposed electrical, HVAC, pipes: check\nGarage door: check\nEclectic accessorizing: (plastic dinosaurs washed twice daily) check\nStaff with severe attitudes: fail (staff was nice and friendly)\n\nThe folks from Deux Gros Nez own or manage this franchise from PDX. Deux Gros Nez was hipster before hipster existed; proof that Reno is not always behind the times. Deux Gros Nez celebrated bicycle racing back before they pumped cyclists with drugs like modern livestock. Back then, many Renoites went to chain restaurants because they were cool, and you didn't get sick. Times have changed. Now, people are flocking back to independents where the food is healthier. While I make fun of hipster fashion and décor, the food here is healthy and serious. I liked the quesadillas. Unfortunately, I just can't stand the deafening noise and lack of any calming ambiance. In their attempt to distance themselves from the corporate chains, hipsters are creating better, healthier food in a much more hostile, unpleasant, grating, annoying, dissociating, schizophrenic atmosphere. When you travel by helicopter or small plane, they give you headphones so you can communicate with each other. They should do that here, seriously. It was difficult hearing the person next to me, two people down, nothing. I mean come on, tapestry, Arabian rugs, African weaving, knitting, they're all cool, so hang up a few. Otherwise, with the bicycle posters on one wall, it was a little reminiscent of Deux Gros Nez. A nice, BIG café but I'll either just come in for a beer or eat outside or get my food to go. For you Portlandipsters, if you want to adapt to Reno, you need sunscreen, a pitbull, and at least a dozen more tats and you're good to go. If you're a literary hipster, forget it, the biggest known author in Reno is EL James.",
"Checked out this great new place on Saturday & was NOT disappointed! Really great, eclectic menu, cool atmosphere, and both Margo & Gina at the front counter were awesome! Great food, great ambience, AND a very friendly staff?? We have a winner! Welcome to Reno."
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"I just had the best pizza I have ever had in my life and that includs pizza from New York and Chicago. The ingredients all come from Italy except the fresh produce and are cooked in authentic brick oven stoves from italy as well. The staff was great, the enviroment large and comfortable, and the food was simply out of this world. Do yourself a favor and grab some friends or family and head out to Desano PIzza Bakery. top notch!!!",
"I can not tell you how happy I was to learn last night that Antico pizza from Atlanta open this place in Nashville. I been to Antico several times and try to go every time I am in Atlanta. Now I can get great Italian pizza in Nashville. \n\nWhen my son told me, I said are we going tomorrow night!! We were there and not disappointed one bit. \n\nIf you want NY pizza then you do not understand good pizza. My experience with Italian pizza came from a trip to Italy in 2003. If you been there then you will understand what you are getting at DeSano. \n\nThis was just as good as Antico in Atlanta, The double 00 flour pizza dough, the quality tomato, the buffalo mozzarella cheese and the Italian meats are number one. Dont forget the wood burning ovens from Italy. Sorry Mr. NY you done the art of Italian pizza a dis-service. NYC does not come close. \n\nNashville, this is a keeper.... \n\nThis is the best pizza in town.",
"We recently spent 3 weeks in Italy where we tried the \"real deal\" pizza at many pizzerias we scoped out ahead of time through research and recommendation. We had some AMAZING pie!\nBut - I am not kidding when I say that this place is seriously better than ANY place we tried in Italy with the exception of Cafe Italiano in Florence... It may even be a tie. I am SO impressed. It is about $20 for a pizza big enough to feed 3 adults. Twice the price of others but 10 times better. Some things are just worth it. Can't believe we have this in Nashville. Bravo! Awesome food and very comfortable atmosphere. Will try not to go every day.",
"Very delicious pizza. The place was a little hard to find initially - which might be why it wasn't as busy as we expected on a Friday night. Also, though the atmosphere is not exactly cozy, I'd recommend staying there to eat so you can eat the pizza as fresh as possible (it was cold by the time we got home). It will probably seem a lot less bare when they start getting busier. Definitely worth the money for the high quality ingredients, even though it is a little expensive. We tried the Margherita and the Bianca, and both were wonderful - the Bianca was super rich. I will be back soon to try some of their other pizzas.",
"Hands down the best pizza in Nashville. Authentic Italian style with delicious topping options. We went for dinner and got our pizza within 10 minutes of ordering. Great for groups. It's a bit pricey but with such quality ingredients well worth it.",
"We were so excited to learn that our favorite pizza place - Antico in Atlanta - had opened a pizza bakery (the name being the only difference) here in Nashville. After our lunch at DeSano, we know that we won't need to road-trip anymore for seriously incredible pizza! Our experience was amazing; from the friendly greeting from the manager and staff as we walked in the door, to the time we walked out with our fresh, filled-to-order cannoli! This is by FAR the best pizza in Nashville and we cannot wait to go back! You must go!",
"This will soon become the best place to eat Pizza in Nashville. The setup, BYOB, the pizza will just destroy every where. City House will always be number one to me, but when I just wanna eat Pizza, sit at big communal tables, and eat in 90 second or less, you will find me there.",
"This is not a NY pizza. It is not any form of american pizza. It is Neapolitan so basically exactly what you would get in Italy. It is some of the best pizza in the Country in my opinion and knocks the socks off of anything in town. It is well worth the 20 dollars per pizza. It can easily feed 3 people so if you think its expensive its because you're trying to eat it yourself, which I advise you not to. \n\nGet The San Gerrano or anything that has the ricotta cheese on it. The ricotta cheese is out of this world. \nAlso get some cannoli's they are filled daily and absolutely delicious.",
"I consider myself a pizza 'snob'. Many of the pizza places in Nashville have low quality ingredients and sometimes over processed. I've tried National Chain restaurants and local 'mom and pop' shops. None has ever blown me away. The only Notable exception being 'Pie in the Sky' - which I do actually enjoy quite a bit.\n\nWhen a new pizza place opens - I want to give it a shake-down. I inspect everything about the place and usually bring a bunch of friends along with me. Last week I was on here looking at the new local restaurants which had opened recently and I saw the name 'DeSano Pizza Bakery'. \n\nI said to myself \"Pizza Bakery?'\n\nI saw the reviews and they were all glowing about how good the pizza was. But, they have been open less than a month at this point - surely the pizza can't be that good. I've had other pizza places in town making similar claims to what was being said about DeSano. I knew I had to check it out.\n\nSo, I was able to convince my friends to go to DeSano last night. When you walk in the door it's a HUGE open area. You order your pizza from a menu up front, they give you a ticket and you wait for you pizza to arrive. \n\nI ordered the Diavola - which has Spicy sopressata, pepperoni and buffalo mozzarella. Wow - was it spicy! But it was oh-soooo-good. The crust has just the right amount of char on the underside (some people with wood fired ovens like too much char - which can over power the pie). There was some nice bubbling on the top too...and, did I mention that the pizzas were delivered in something like, 5 minutes? Yeah. They were FAST. But, when you have a deck temperature between 900-1000 degrees - it doesn't take long to cook. \n\nI can honestly say - this pizza snob is impressed. The food, the people working there, the huge pans these things are delivered on....and the fact that I'll have enough pizza for lunch today - well, I honestly couldn't ask for more. Yes, it was a little expensive. I got two drinks (a water and a diet coke) and after I paid for my pizza and everything - It was something like $27. But I can assure you - you have NEVER had a pizza like this in Nashville - or, dare I say, nearly anywhere else.\n\nDon't miss the spice/toppings in the second room near where they put the pies together. I made a garlic/olive oil dip for my crusts and sprinkled some cheese on top too. They also had some balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper and red pepper so you can spice it up a little if you want. Although, honestly, mine was prefect just as it was. THIS is what pizza should taste like.\n\nGo visit, take some friends and enjoy. You won't regret it.",
"Oh my LOOOOORD.\nI have been missing pizza like this since moving here last year.\nSure, bella napolli, the place at the farmers market, City House, and porta via do a good job trying.....but they don't even come close to comparing with DeSano. \nI'm gonna say this is the best pizza I've ever had. \nYes, it's expensive at about $22 for a pizza, but it's well worth it.\nYou pay almost that much at 5 points pizza in East Nashville and it tastes like Dominos compared to DeSano.\nI'll be here at LEAST once a week forever. \n\nGood riddance all other hideous pizza in Nashville."
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"I came here with my best friend when she was fresh off the plane from a year in Korea (well, almost fresh), so I had the advantage of having someone to tell me what to order. I already knew what I wanted, though--I absolutely had to try this bibimbap concoction that Maggie had been raving about. \n\nAnd it was good, but not quite as celestial as I'd imagined from Maggie's hosannahs. I think one issue might have been that it was kind of lukewarm when they brought it out, so it got cold a lot faster than it should have, and I don't think bibimbap is meant to be eaten cold. But even aside from that, the flavor was just somehow more bland than what I'd imagined. I doused it liberally with that spicy red sauce, but it was still kind of meh.\n\nThe bulgogi, however, was amazing. If you're a meat eater, I really recommend you try this. It's very thin strips of beef with some kind of magical combination of seasonings and very compatible with the Western palate. Be careful with it, though--I literally choked on mine. Time slowed down as I watched my friends' faces fall from laughter to panic when they saw me make the international choking sign. Eventually I had to reach into my throat and pull out the food--gross, but true. Anyway, the moral of the story is to treat bulgogi with caution. \n\nBando is a good Korean restaurant, but not the best in the city, in my opinion.",
"It's been a while since I've been to one of the local Korean restaurants (the other one is Mama's House, further up the street).\n\nMy favorite dish is Dolsot Bi Bim Bap. It costs a little more than regular Bi Bim Bap. \"Dolsot\" means it's served in a hot stone bowl, but you still get about 10 side dishes each served in their own little bowl. I like the variety. The big stone bowl with the main course is very hot, and I suppose it's supposed to do some of the cooking. The food will get hotter as it sits in the bowl. And if you stir it occasionally the rice won't stick to the sides of the bowl. It has rice, meat, veggies, leafy greens, noodles, and some sauce.\n\nThe staff was different than when I went about a year ago, so they might have new owners.\n\nEvery table has an electric grill built in, and an exhaust hood over it. But I've never tried the grill-your-own dishes.\n\nIt was a little cleaner than I remember it, but the decor seems to be the same. The ambience/decor is not going to impress anyone, but it's suitable for wife/gf/inlaws/boss. The food impresses though. There were both Asian and Caucasian customers. Waitress/hostess was Korean.\n\nLast I checked, they also prepare the food for the Maru Studio karaoke place a couple doors down.",
"Pretty good Korean BBQ considering this place is in Indiana. The kimchi is good, and the marinate for bulgogi and kalbi is good, can't complain. Only complaint is the slow and bad service, but that is to be expected at a Korean restaurant.",
"Summary: \nGreat food! One of best Champong and Soon Doo Boo Chigae I've had. Also great Korean side dishes. But... so so customer service (not really friendly at all, not customer service focused). 4-star+ place if service was excellent. They don't even have a copy of menu you can take with, for take-out orders. Reading others' review, poor service seems to be a common theme here. I shlInterior is pretty outdated and not really inviting. \n\nTime: Lunch time. Looking at dinner price, I'd not go there for dinner, as prices were very high.\n\nFood tried: Champong (Spicy seafood noodle soup) and Soon Doo Boo Chigae (Tofu Chigae). Did not try BBQ.",
"Bando is located down the street from Ma Ma's House, the other Korean BBQ joint. Even though I prefer going to Ma Ma's House to get my Korean fix, Bando has some perks. \n\nTheir customer service is a tad bit better than Ma Ma's House. The waitress/owner is pretty cool, she likes to make small talk with her customers and she actually check back on you. They also offer one of my favorite Korean food, the Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup(Champong). You get a ginormous bowl of seafood, meat, vegetables, and thick al dente noodles in a spicy broth. \n\nOne of my favorite part about Korean food is the sides. The sides here are not always fresh sometimes they look like they have been out for hours. However, I love love the green leaf lettuce tossed in their tangy and spicy dressing. It's so good and addicting! Every meals comes with an egg soup, another reason why I like Bando. For the DIY BBQ, I feel like you get a lot more meat than Ma Ma's House but the marinade is definitely not as good as Ma Ma's. I like ordering the kalbee and spicy pork to BBQ because they are more fatty hence more flavor. \n\nI feel like I only come to Bando for specific item, Spicy Seafood Noodle Soup or the spicy lettuce, and they are worth the trip!",
"The few times I've been here, it's always been at the request of my Japanese business colleagues. I visited last night for the first time in a few years and I had forgotten how good this place was. I've visited many of the fairly good Korean places around the Chicago area, but I think Bando may actually be my favorite. I would probably say that their food is not truely authentic Korean and maybe that's why I favor Bando. It is probably somewhat in the direction of the Yakiniku type places you can find in Japan with the bonus that you get all the freshly made traditional side dishes to snack on with your beer. I ordered the Bando special dinner and it included the tender and perfectly marinated bone-in short rib along with an interesting ensemble of tempura.",
"Me and my family come here every week.\n\nWe love their food.\n\nWe used to be regulars at Mama's (grown and raised there) but we started coming here regularly.\n\nTheir sides are good. Not engrossed in MSG, and always fresh.\nThe Kahl Bee is really good too and they also have specials sometimes.\nKahl Bee Tang, and Potato Soup, and lots other. \nThe waitress is like an aunt to me and the owner is like a grandma.\nWe been coming here weekly for over a year and we're not stopping anytime soon. :)",
"My mother and father in law live in Indy, and this is one of the usual spots they take me husband and I to eat when we're in town. It helps to have an intimidating Korean woman with you when you eat at this restaurant, the mother-in-law. The customer service just seems to be bumped a bit when she's around ;)\n\nWe usually just get our kbbq on, leaving the place smelling like meat which is fine by me. The variety of ban chan is great, and your servers usually (or should at least) refills whatever you munch to death. Faves: fish cake, cucumber kim chi, and the shredded raddish.\n\nThis place is one of Indy's few gems. Be prepared to open up your wallet! Definitely check it out if you're in the mood for Korean food :)",
"The foods are fine. But like other reviews, the service is really bad. The owner/waitress recommended us to order the \"buffet\",but was very reluctant each time we asked for more food/sause. She told us that there would be a surchage if we don't eat them all. I think it's a good way to stop wasting food, but she just repeated it every time we ordered. Finally, we were automatically billed a tip at about 24%.",
"Korean BBQ in Indianapolis (*footwork*)!!!\n\nThe man and I visited on Sunday for some KBBQ and it didn't disappoint. We had a sampler platter which included pork, short rib, bulgogi, and chicken, and literally ~10 sides, including kimchi soup and rice bowls. The food was good, the customer service was okay, but the weirdest thing was, our server automatically added an 18% tip onto our bill. Weird right?\n\nI've seen automatic gratuity added for parties of 5/6/7/8+, but two people?!?! Not sure where they do that at, but I really wondered if this was standard operating procedure or something else at work? (inquiring minds DO want to know)\n\nI'll be back because I absolutely love KBBQ and this is one of the few spots in town, we'll see how it goes next time."
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"I'm not a fan of Olive Garden or any Darden restaurant for that matter. Unfortunately there aren't many choices in this stretch of Port Richey and with Carrabba's closed for lunch we settled on Olive Garden. Olive Garden is nothing if not consistent. The interior of the restaurant reminded me of an old cafeteria with plush rolling chairs and dusty, dated decor. \n\nService was s-l-o-w. Although our server was nice she wasn't especially personable, maybe because she had too many tables to handle. The food was just ok; I chose the pork scallopini (a featured item) that came with a asiago cheese stuffed tortelloni and tossed in a portobello musroom white wine sauce. Although it had potential you could tell it was mass produced and lacked any real creativity or pizzazz.\n\nAnd I really don't understand why people love the house salad and breadsticks. Maybe because it is bottomless? I asked for my salad with dresisng on the side which was prompty ignored. Just blah. But at least you know what to expect from Darden.",
"My wife took me here for my birthday, and I must say I wasn't the biggest fan of Olive Garden, have only been there a couple times but not this one. Atmosphere was great, food even better. Their seafood alfredo was excellent and cooked perfectly. I would give it 4 stars, but I wasn't exactly thrilled with the quality of my drinks (bartender).",
"We arrived at 9pm, an hour before closing. There was an odd wait before we were seated seeing as there were few people there.\n\nOur waiter was helpful , offering suggestions and providing everything we needed. Truly, everyone knows what Olive Garden TASTES like, it is the service that makes each location different from the next.\n\nOur server was attentive although the food did seem to take a bit too long to prepare. The wine was good, salad and bread were consistent, and it was nice not to be hurried out so late at night.\n\nThanks for good, solid service!",
"It's Olive Garden. Fine for an Olive Garden. Probably ok for the area. But let's be honest - Olive Garden is not fantastic. I bumped it up from my two star review because my mom said she thought her meal deserved four stars. I think she's far too nice, but whatever. Service is fine.",
"I recently visited this location because I had an e-gift certificate. I was seated very quickly and my server was bubbly and fast. I ordered my favorite, the soup, salad and breadstick lunch. The chicken gnocchi soup was great, as was the pasta e fagioli. The breadsticks were good, as usual, and so was the salad. The place was clean and there weren't any issues with the gift card. I will be back.",
"Soup & salad all youcan eat!!! Tried a new soup tonight with sausage and potatoes. It has a creamy broth. Very good. Service was good also",
"Worst service ever. Took 2.5 hours to get entree. Had to beg waitress for salads, water, bread, and drinks. Manager is even running around sweaty and serving people due to low staffing. Wowzers, worst Olive Garden experience ever. do yourself a favor and pay extra for Carrabbas, which is right down the street. We came in around 5:30pm. I guess you need to eat at 4pm to be waited on cause they are clueless.",
"Five Stars for our waitress Paula who made for one of the most fun and tasty lunches ever. \n\nI usually wouldn't ever leave a review for such a large chain but honestly the staff at this particular Olive Garden was exceptional. The staff supervisor Crystal came over and was so very nice as well. \n\nImpressed with the new lunch menu - Soup/Salad/Breadsticks $6.99 and a little extra side for $2.99. So for 9.99 you get a ton of food on the table, all of it was very good and our waitress Paula made sure that we had a whole extra round of Soup/Salad/Bread to bring home. \n\nKudos Olive Garden on a job well done!",
"Best place to have retirement dinners. The best food, service, and staff ever!",
"So why two stars...service. m\nMy daughter wanted Olive Garden for her birthday and we had a two-year old gift card to burn up.\n\nWe had the slowest most messed up service you can image. Half the order was incorrect, even after the manager confirmed it was original written down correctly.\n\nFood was okay...and their breadsticks are always good. My wife asked for a to go container for leftovers...the server took her food and sat it on the bussing tray with plates from several tables. Ten minutes later she came back with a container and packed the food from the bussing tray...gross\n\nThe manage was nice and professional about the problems, discounting the bill...but it doesn't change the true rating here."
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"Very clean establishment with very delicious food. I am not a sushi pro but it's the best I've had so far. Prices are very fair. Lunch specials are a great value. I've been to Mt Fuji several times and the quality and service is consistent and great. Everything is fresh and the staff is very friendly. Mt Fuji is BYOB as well. The shrimp tempura and salmon rolls are amazing so be sure to try them.",
"Now that my husband is finally addicted to raw fish, we have been trying all the sushi restaurants in the area. We went on a Friday night and it was packed! The menu had a nice variety. We had 2 pages of chef special rolls to look at and had a tough time deciding. We had the sashimi appetizer, the deluxe roll and the sashimi roll. Fish was very fresh. Rolls were nice and big and beautiful to look at. Place was clean and cozy, the service a little slow. We tried to ask questions but the waitress knew very little English which was a bit frustrating. They have an all you can eat night on Sundays. The place is also BYOB and right around the corner from Deptford Mall. Nothing that really put me over the top but I did have an enjoyable dinner. Prices were reasonable and I would come here again!",
"This place has the best sushi around. The Michael roll and Crazy Tempora rolls rock. Fresh,delicious,and plentiful! Never leave here unsatisfied.",
"GREAT ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI on Sundays! We went for a friend's birthday. Both we and the friend live in Philadelphia, so I was slightly perplexed as to why we had to go to New Jersey for sushi, but now I know why! \n\nThe sushi was fantastic. \n\nMany all-you-can-eat sushi restaurants are buffet style, but at Mt Fuji, you order from a menu and then await the delicious rolls and nigiri that are coming your way. The all-you-can-eat special is only Sundays, but it includes several types of salad, edamame, nigiri, rolls, hand rolls, and special rolls. We got 5 or 6 special rolls and were impressed at first with the beautiful presentation and then blown away by the delicious flavor. Our friend got some rolls but mostly nigiri, and all of the fish were uniformly beautiful. \n\nWe're going to be regulars!",
"Favorite local sushi joint my family lives to go to. Kids love Ika-age, which is a fried squid appetizer similar to calamari. Also love to eat the fried tofu appetizer and the Kani salad. Kani salad is a artificial crab meat and cucumber salad topped with fish eggs and a spicy sauce!\n\nSushi is also a favorite here and consistently good. Some favorites are the Godzilla roll and T 'n T roll.\n\nThe shrimp tempura udon is also quite delicious and something our kids love to eat.\n\nService is usually fast and friendly. Jimmy, the owner, is easy to chat with and very kind.\n\nOverall, a go-to place for sushi that could get passed by because it's located in a strip mall. Don't be fooled and pass by a great spot!",
"Have been here many times. Have never been disappointed. Fresh fish, custom rolls,food tastes great, no matter what you order. Polite servers and a laid back atmosphere...what more can you ask for?",
"I've been back a few times because I keep thinking that it is going to be better than it actually is. They have a lot of sushi, but most of it is covered with too much mayo and therefore tastes the same. Some small dim sum options, that are good for buffet standards. My biggest problem is that most of the entrees are cheap versions of high priced foods that I don't really trust at a buffet, A LOT of seafood which I would like anywhere but a buffet. I wish they had more non-seafood options. Also the rice was hard and undercooked, which is unacceptable.",
"Absolute favorite sushi place! I used to be a fan of another local spot until they messed up my order a few too many times but luckily I found the Mt!! My other half and I come here at least once a week. I can never pass up the twin spicy roll (not on their carry out menu but I always order anyway whether it's to go or dine in)\n\nThey are really fast and accommodating. They have never made a mistake on my order and everything is always fresh. I usually cut out the coupons from the clipper magazine and very often they honor it.",
"Been going to this place for years. I work in Philly so I've been to most of the high end sushi restaurants, but this place beats them all for the quality and price. Din't let the strip mall location fool you, this place is just down right good!!",
"I went here on a a Saturday night around 9pm. Not many people in the restaurant but thats to be expected late night. We ordered a chicken dumpling appetizer which we were nervous about before ordering but turned out to be amazing. \n\nWe ended up ordering from the sushi bar and from the hibachi. My friend that got the hibachi said it was very good. The other 3 of us ordered from the sushi bar. We ordered some ordinary rolls like a spicy tuna roll or a shrimp tempura roll and they were delicious. We also ordered some specialty rolls that were even better.\n\nThis place was a byob also and makes for a little more fun. We ended up closing the place at 11pm ordering food and talking. I would highly recommend trying it out."
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"Looking for almost quarter pounder prawns or maybe spiny lobster?\n\nOr maybe just some swordfish to lay on the grill.\n\nThis is the place. \n\nA great local fish market, friendly folks run the place, and they know how to cut a great fish.\n\n\nThey have always met or exceeded expectations. \n\nShips ahoy!",
"This place ships and I can say it was a peerless experience, from content to execution.\n\nI've tested it, shipped to Atlanta. \n\n\n1/4 pounder prawns in this neck of the woods? Gold! Gold!\n\nIt made my 4th!",
"Lobster Season again. And again SB fish market delivers.\n\nAnyone around the SB area should go down and relish that you don't have to get this little bit of Lobster joy shipped to you. \n\nGranted, it's shipped within hours of getting caught, packed perfectly, and needless to say the content is wondrous. \n\n\n\nSo much so that I converted a couple Maine Lobster lovers to the Pac Spiny. \n\nYes, I'm sure you guessed my main goal of this cooking fest was reducing prejudice that east coat and especially southerners have against the west coast. \n\nBuilding bridges, steaming lobsters, creating culinary universality---just the kind of guy I am.\n\nHey, I try.",
"This is a fish lover's dream. It's right off the Santa Barbara harbor, which gives the feel that the fish come straight from the boat, a 100 yards in, into the fish market. This is only partially true- there are some \"local\" fishes for sale each day- while some have traveled the distances (Japanese Baby Octopus, Nova Scotia Salmon). \nAs someone who LOVES fish, and likes to eat local when possible, I encourage anyone who comes here to follow the advice of the kids behind the counter (they're all really cute by the way). \nI wanted the local halibut, and one of the guys there, Mario I believe, said, try it, but you should also have the pacific cod. I was cooking for four, so a tried a half a pound of each, and we all agreed the cod was NEXT-LEVEL fresh and delicious- even more so than the halibut.\nThey have a lobster tank with local SB spiny lobsters (expensive, like 25 bucks a lb) long with maine lobsters. The kids who work there, wearing long rubber gloves and tall rubber wellies, stand on a step ladder and plunge their hands right inside the to pick their customer's crustacean of choice. \nWhat also adds to the legitimate fish-monger factor of this place, is that if you look behind the counter in this tiny shack, you see the guys cutting and gutting the fishes that have just arrived in store!\nYou can ask them what they're cutting, where they're from, and how to cook them. \nMy dad lives in SB and whenever I visit him I want to visit the SBFM every day to get the freshest catch.",
"My gf had the bread bowl with clam chowder. The first spoonful resulted in her exclaiming, \"Best. Clam Chowder. Ever.\"\n\nI had the shrimp tacos and while they were pricey they were pretty damn good. If you're on the pier you can't go wrong by eating here.",
"I LOVE THIS PLACE! Came here for years while I was at UCSB. The oysters from Hope Ranch are huge and juicy. Sometimes they'll get some other oysters, maybe blue points, just ask what they have in the back. The tuna and some of the other fish are sashimi grade, great to order a 1/4 lb to 1/2 lb of a few different fish and make some sushi and sashimi platters.\nThey also have sea urchin, one of my favorites, and they'll crack it in front of you and you can eat it fresh on the spot. You can also have them shuck the oysters and have it on a plate of ice to enjoy on the spot. Sometimes, I'll bring an oyster knife, cocktail sauce, and a lemon, order a dozen oysters and a sea urchin, walk out to end of the harbor, sit by the ocean and shuck my oysters. Imagine a seafood picnic right on the ocean, surrounded by all the beautiful boats at the Santa Barbara Harbor, and gaze off into a California sunset.",
"FRESH! \n\nThis is a no frills, fresh fish situation. Give me a beer, some seafood and a little butter; that is truly all I need to happily make a meal. I had the local Rock Crab & it was sweet and worth the work. \n\nThe people next to us ordered the local spider crab, the server bought out the doomed crab as a show of freshness to impress the diners. Their little girl started to cry and my niece asked, \"Are we going to eat him? He looks good.\" It was a proud moment.\n\nThe prices were very reasonable and I would go back in a heartbeat.",
"I've been going here for years and have never thrown a \"Yelp\" out to them. There is nothing else to say but \"fresh is good\" !! If you don't see what you want ask...chances are they will have it. Ask for samples of the smoked fish........they are all really good. The prices are for \"fresh fish\"....doesn't get much better. See you soon.................",
"There seems to be a little confusion here- It's a seafood market, and they don't serve prepared food, and certainly not clam chowder in a bread bowl! They do sell smoked fish, and seaweed salad, which you can snack on- but its not a restaurant. Great, fresh seafood, though!",
"Drove 20 miles to buy whole halibut that was advertised as a weekly special. They said they were out of whole halibut and tried to up-sell me filleted halibut. They would not honor a rain check or even try to make things right. The worst part is they were out of there weekly special on Wednesday, only three days into the week. Sorry guys, I like supporting local businesses but next time I'll save the gas and go to Vons."
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"I was pleasantly surprised to discover that Willy's is NOT your typical \"beach food\" dispensary. Though it is practically right on the Gulf with the standard weathered outdoor seating and greasy menus, it rises above the tired old cliches like the Sloppy Pelican (located a couple blocks away) to create a new - unique and delicious - destination.\n\nThe menu must be seen to be believed. They manage to go 'over the top' without being hamfisted about it. Fried mac n cheese, Turkey Stuffing Nuggets, Spingers (fried spam fingers) are just a few of the oddities...they have burgers, fish n chips, and other more usual fare as well (ALL priced incredibly well for the location)\n\nI had the \"Grandpa Willy\" Half-Pound fried bologna sandwich, and it was heavenly! (I admit I did remove about 1/3 of the bologna to make it's consumption more attainable). Served with thick, molten jack cheese and a side of the 'famous' baked beans - it's a winner. The bologna itself is served in two huge pieces, pan fried and split into thirds then placed on the bun...if there is such a thing as \"gourmet\" bologna, this is it. \n\nAnd how about the amazing seared tuna steak? Generous, and perfectly kissed with the flame, and served with a nice soy dipping sauce and wasabi - as well as a seaweed salad! You really don't expect a place like this to serve such a nice cut, and one so well presented. My girlfriend had nothing but raves for the meal (and she HATES beach bar food with a passion).\n\nWe started things off with another \"bar standard\" in Florida, fish spread. Again, Willy's makes it their own - PERFECT flavor, consistency and presentation. Easily one of the best fish spreads I have had around town.\n\nI will be back for more!!",
"A friend took us to this place after hanging out at PCI. Holy lord this is good. We shared an order of SPAM fries, and I got what I believe was called the \"Gooey Burger.\" That is probably the best cheeseburger I've ever had in my life. It is mouth watering goodness.\n\nThis is definitely my new Pinellas beaches food joint. The crowd is very amicable as well. Enjoy!",
"My version of a short review:\n\nGood/quick/no-nonsense food and drinks. The menu is typical and you pretty much know what you're getting as soon as you sit down...if you can find a spot for your happy-tush (expletive redacted) ;)\n\nI had the BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich which came w/ a side of beans and slaw and it was hot, and tasty...and as expected.\n\nI was with a friend and we split the boneless wings which were the stand-out of this lunch. Sooooo good and dripping with sauce (I like it that way).\n\nThe beer and drinks were cold, the atmosphere was a bit claustrophobic, but very reminiscent of a local place cramming in the guests. Liked it.\n\nI will be back as I hear their burger is worth a second visit. As-is the chicken parm on tuesdays fro $5 who I was told by a taxi driver is humungous. We'll just see about that!",
"Honestly the only reason I went here is cause i heard they had deep fried stuffing. They were exactly what you would expect. Fan-tastic. For some reason i am a huge fan of boxed stuffing. I am usually very picky about things not made from scratch, but boxed stuffing is my reprehensible indulgence ( i hate the phrase guilty pleasure). I also tried spam for the first time, which they deep fry, and i will never have again (at least in that form). My main was the cheesesteak which was so bad it was hard to eat. The burger isn't my kind of style either. However, I will probably go back for a cheap beer and more fried stuffing and I'm sure my fiance wouldn't mind more tater tots.",
"Just went to Willy's for the first time a few days ago and must say, it's a hidden gem on the beach. A bit small, but it has a great beachy vibe without being too divey. Very clean and the bartender/server was very nice and cool to talk to.\n\nAfter a little barhopping this was the only place that keeps their kitchen open until 3 a.m. I didn't have a drink here so not sure how they are. The folks with me just had beer. But the food...oh the food...\n\nThis place is the inventor \"so bad, but oh so good\" kind of food. The kind of food that instantly clogs your arteries, but it tastes so damn good you don't want to stop.\n\nMy boyfriend works on the beach and has raved endlessly about their fried bologna sandwich. I finally got to try a bite and must say it is pretty darn good. Salty, meaty goodness on a bun with cheese (he prefers velveeta...hey, go big or go home right?)\n\nMy friend ordered the blackened wings, which came out piping hot. They were really good, loved the seasoning, but I prefer wings doused in sauce. \n\nOnce I saw the turkey balls I had to have them. Fried turkey dressing (or I call it stuffing) served with a side of gravy and cranberry sauce. Late night snack perfection.\n\nThe atmosphere was great too, typical laid back vibe that you get on the beach.\n\nCan't wait to go back!",
"Almost forgot to review this place... Why, it was the first place we ate at upon arriving at St. Pete beach. That's a bit unsual, as the first thing we usually do is eat seafood. But mom and Bob had been wanting to try this place, so here we are. I hoped Willy's has some seafood. \n\nWhile the name \"beach\" or \"bar\" does not appear in the name, Willy's is close enough to Blind Pass, and the upper reaches of St. Pete Beach, that it will do as a beach bar. While it has a very complete menu, it also has indoor and outdoor bar seating, both which will provide respite from the sun.\n\nWe had chicken wings, fried chicken livers (first time I've seen that on the beach), a burger and a fish sandwich. The wings and livers were very good. The burger was gigantic and delicious. The fish sandwich was haddock or cod (I forget) and did a good job of starting out this visit with seafood. Most sandwiches are served with tater tots, which was a nice departure from fries. \n\nThere are some other interesting options on the menu, mainly the jumbo hot dog (\"Mrs. Willy's Favorite\") and deep fried turkey dressing (\"Turkey Kahunas\") and Spam fries. I was thinking we might make it back to try it, but with so many places to eat and so little time, we never did.\n\nBottom line: You can almost see Blind Pass from Willy's outdoor seating. So while the view is not that great, the food is good enough to stray from the waterfront view.",
"Love this place. About as basic as food gets but that's the point. Grab a beer with one of their amazing fish sandwiches or burgers. Their blackened scallops are not to be missed. Baked beans as a side are really good, but it's worth it to add some tater tots or another side as well. You won't be disappointed.",
"Thisis the best burger and cheesesteak you will find!! It is so reasonably priced and full of local personalities that it is entertaining to just hang around and have a burger and a beer! The only thing missing at all is some local music!! Otherwise this is the best!",
"If you should ever find yourself at the beach end of Corey Avenue while out at St. Pete Beach, then do yourself a big favor and eat here. The Big Willy burgers are one of the best-kept secrets at the beach. They are humongous, and cooked and seasoned perfectly. They come on a very nice bun and the garnishes are excellent. You can add tater tots for 89 cents. The burgers are about $5.99. Now, you don't see that price point on a fresh-cooked gourmet burger much these days. There must be a couple of pounds of beef on each burger. Definitely share yours, like I did.\nOn the booze end of Willy's Burgers and Booze, I believe shots were priced at $2.50. Now, wow. Where did they come up with that price? Just do it.\nThis is really a locals hangout, and you kind of have to know where it is. It is around the corner from the Daiq Shack and The Sloppy Pelican. The Shak has great live music every Sunday later afternoon from about 4 till 8pm. Don't miss that. The Pelican has great grub, too. But try Willy's first after you've gotten your drink on at the beach on a Sunday afternoon. You will not be disappointed. The place is kept exceptionally clean for a beach joint, and the restrooms are spotless. You'll probably find yourself seated next to a local beach bum of some sort. Try to take it all in. This place is deserving of the highest praise.",
"Delicious cheeseburger for a great price!!!"
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"Overall, good experience. I'm cutting this place some slack since they just opened and are adjusting to the swing of things, but I can't complain. I had the brisket platter with cream spinach and potato salad, which also comes with corn bread. Everything was delicious but, my goodness, the cream spinach was AMAZING. I don't know if it's because I'm a college student used to indulging in my Lean Cuisines, but that spinach was just splendid. \n\nThe service was a little frantic, and the space definitely too small so that you have to awkwardly move around as you're trying to get to your table, but I suppose the smell of BBQ wafting outside and luring you into the restaurant makes up for it. Hopefully, these people will get their act straight with time and the service will be a little more ordered. However, everyone was very friendly.\n\nI would come back!",
"Baby Blues BBQ is your typical below-average BBQ restaurant. The only reason I gave this place two stars instead of one is because the service and the Mac N Cheese were excellent. I don't appreciate spending $25+ on a meal where the portions are small and the food is forgettable. It was my first time here, and I wanted to try a bit of everything, so I order the Blue Devil Platter (4 meats and 3 sides). Let's Break it down:\n\n\n - Meats - \nPulled Pork:\n\nThe pulled pork was somewhat juicy but a little overcooked for my taste. There was just nothing special about it - nothing that grabbed me and was like: finish this now or order more. It was just decent. If you love pulled pork, then I would suggest Tommy DiNic's 100 times over Baby Blues.\n\nMemphis Ribs:\n\nThese were the spicier of the two ribs. I found them to be a little too fatty and without much meat on the bone. The most striking thing I can remember about them was that they were charred. \n\nBaby Back Ribs:\n\nSmaller and leaner than the Memphis Ribs, the baby back ribs were alright -- I actually wanted to finish these ribs, but like the Memphis Ribs, they were charred, and I ate more burnt meat than anything else.\n\nShrimps: \n\nAll the employees were raving about the shrimps, so I ordered them. The sauces on them were good, but that's where it ends. They weren't big and not very good quality for shrimps.\n\n - Sides - \nSautéed Okra: \n\nFirst time I have had sautéed okra and the probably the last time. They were salty...salty broccoli. \n \nCorn on the Cob: \n\nNothing special: a thin piece of overpriced corn.\n\nMac N Cheese: \n\nThis my friends was the star of the show. If you decide to come to Baby Blues make sure all of your sides are mac n cheese. Try them with the hot sauce, they don't disappoint. \n\n\nConclusion\n\nI know this is Philadelphia and BBQ is extremely scarce here, but a BBQ place in the heart of University City should be a lot better than Baby Blues. I would compare the food to Tony Roma's...not a great thing. I'm originally from Southern California, and I was shocked to learn that there are 2 Baby Blues in Los Angeles -- I certainly had never heard about them. Now I know why. Do yourself a favor: save the $25, head on over to New Deck and have some drinks.",
"Oh, what a night.....late October back in 2010....the Phillies brought it back and we ate well. My husband, brother in law and sister in law stopped in after an event at Penn last night. We sat at the bar. The owners are brothers and come from a family of ten boys (I think) and you can tell. There is a great camraderie in the place and we had a blast. Everyone but me ordered the brisket and were very pleased. I intially wanted to catfish, but they were out, so I had the shrimp. They were delicious, as were the mashed sweet potatoes. The space is cozy and Philly-themed decorated. Compared to the prices and quality of Percy Street BBQ, the meats are less fatty (in a good way), there are more choices of healthier sides (not that any of us selected them - ha ha!) and the prices are more reasonable. I can't wait to come back!",
"okay, im yelping today because i ate here last night...\n\nlet me say it was f*cking awesome. I ordered the little anthony(beef brisket and cole slaw on a long roll) with fries(mixed yam and potato) fair prices great atmosphere cool staff. its too bad the world has deemed smoking such a horrible thing, because only one thing would have made this meal perfect , a nice cigar afterwards.\n\ni expect more great things to come from this place. Its about time ucity got some good bbq, and not another gay steven starr joint \n\nokay, ready for the cure for any hang over? \n\n beef rib + hush puppies + bloody mary + bloody mary= cured\n\nI will stand by this. Sure you pay around 50 bucks but who wants a hang over. and I'm talking HUNG HUNG HUNG over.",
"I was a little nervous about this place after reading it was a franchise out in California, since I've never heard anything good about bbq in California. Still I wanted to keep an open mind and I do like good bbq, so I went here for lunch.\n\nI was seated right away, but it did take some time for my server to get to me, since it was a little crowded and they appeared to be short staffed on the waitress/waiter end. Once my waitress came over, she took my drink and food orders very fast and efficiently.\n\nLike the Yelper Kalina I, I too had what tasted like a watered down drink. In my case it was a Sprite. Though on second though, I wonder if someone didn't set the mix/mixer right. Usually those are prepackaged though, unless technology has changed.\n\nI ordered the Carolina style pulled pork sandwich with fries and coleslaw. When it comes to bbq there are 4 things you need to do well: Meat, meat, meat, and sides. The meat was tender, but had absolutely no taste. Now if its a Carolina style meat, it should definitely have some taste ie a rub or vinegar/sourness to it. \n\nThe fries were a mix of sweet potato and regular fries. They were ok, but nothing noteworthy. The guy who brought my order over said \"Try this apple cider vinegar with peppers in it on your fries. It's delicious\". I did so on a small portion of my fries, and well it tasted like vinegary fries. No real apple or pepper taste. So unless my tastebuds are completely shot that was a waste. The coleslaw tasted like it had been made fairly recently, since it had some crunch to it. However there was no zip to it(needed pepper or something else) and it wasn't creamy enough. It also irritated me that they served the coleslaw on TOP of my meat on the sandwich. I'm not sure if that was intentional or just a plating error. It's possible I missed the description of the sandwich, but thats the first time I ever had coleslaw dumped on top of a barbecue sandwich. And I've eaten my fair share of bbq sandwiches at this point, especially after living down South for graduate school.\n\nService was good. Kalina was right about the servers. If I was 10-15 years younger and single I'd be back almost every day just for them.\n\nThe space was nice but there is one flaw. The bathrooms are located downstairs with the kitchen/prep area. This wouldn't be a big deal except there is a narrow staircase. So you have to play chicken/who goes first in order to get back up. I did actually see some burnt ribs that could have been Kalina's. I\"m glad she sent them back because they looked scorched.\n\nI might go back and try something else at some point. The ribs actually looked and smelled good that were upstairs.",
"Went for the first time this past Saturday afternoon with my wife and a friend. It was pretty good I had 3 meats (Babyback Ribs, Beef Brisket, and Pulled Pork) and 2 sides (Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Smoked Chicken Rice). The meats were very good and the sides were excellent. The service was good, décor is very nice. The only down side for us was the table was a tight fit our chairs were right up against the chairs of the table behind ours but I understand they have to get as many people in there as possible.\n\nI will be going back to tryout what else they have to offer.",
"I just got back from eating at Baby Blues and to be honest, as soon as I go home, I went straight to write this review. I left the ribs I took home in the car...they're probably gonna go bad.\n \nI'm no expert in the BBQ world, but I do manage to grasp common knowledge from watching the Food Network, which does an excellent job of depicting how quality BBQ restaurants prepare their signature dishes. Here's a video to help you understand the difficulty and effort that goes into great BBQ: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mu-oobRhesU\n\nRecently opened Baby Blues is pricier than other places and your ROI is not so great, as the food is pretty mediocre. The platters run from $14-20, and each comes with cornbread and two sides of your choice. \n\nI ordered the pulled pork, which was decent, flavor-wise, but a little overcooked. The portion was small, but the sides made up for it. I had the mac and cheese and creamed spinach, both of which were extremely delicious! The mac and cheese is a must-try - rich and creamy, and elevated by its bread crumb topping. The creamed spinach was a tad salty, but that's how I like it.\n\nMy friend ordered the baby back ribs which were okay, but definitely not something I'd think about if I'm hungry during class. The mashed potatoes we ordered were EXTREMELY sour. I gave it the benefit of the doubt, thinking that it was excessive use of sour cream and NOT spoiled butter or milk. However, the waitress was friendly and asked us if we wanted another side and later informed us that they were still fixing their menu and our comment was beneficial to their business. \n\nSo overall, not that great, especially for the price you're paying. I'll give it another shot sometime in the spring so they can fix themselves up, but until then I'll walk a few more yards and eat at New Deck or Mad Mex.",
"ate here for lunch today with a few law school friends to celebrate putting the mpres behind us (at least until scores come back). i got the pulled pork sandwich, which was solid. i like the semi-unusual long roll, and the three kinds of bbq (hot, sweet and regular bbq). bonus points for the mixed sweet potato and french fries on the side (i heart sweet potato fries, and fries are my weakness in general). all in all, not mind-blowing bbq, but i'd take the pulled pork over phoebe's any day. i'll definitely try again.",
"Really delicious meat! Spicy for my mild palette but plenty of options. The shrimp is really great. Mac n cheese was superb and the staff and very friendly and attentive.\nBaby back ribs fall off bone, no need for fork for any of it!",
"Small place, full of Penn students all the time. Waitstaff still needs to get their act together but the food is delicious (though BBQ is so good in general that you have a pretty wide margin of error). \n\nI ordered the baby back ribs platter with cornbread, mac and cheese and collard greens. Ribs were tender and tasty, cornbread was actually the highlight of the meal, while the other two sides were decent. \n\nI also ordered a $3 tall boy of PBR and they brought it 20 minutes later and claimed that someone knocked it over and the bartender had to make me a new one. I was like \"o rly?\" to the waitress."
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"There's nothing like sitting outside on a beautiful day, latte in hand, with a pal or business associate. So if you're going to do it, this is the place to set it up.\n\nThe coffee is great and made with a smile, and they have delicious banana bread that makes my tummy say yes. It's easy to find parking, too, so that means I'm usually not late when I'm meeting someone here. That is worth one star in itself.\n\nThey also play good music - Cat Power was blasting today, and that made me love this place even more. Whenever I'm in Queen Village this is my go-to spot to get caffinated.",
"Stopping in here before work has become a morning ritual for me. The coffee is great and the service is prompt and friendly. They really did a nice job fixing up what was once a copy repair store, installing large windows that open up onto the sidewalk and adding outdoor seating along 2nd Street.\n\nMy only gripe is that the seating inside could be a little more inviting, but they are short on space and appear to be maximizing the seats.",
"I was so excited when I saw the owners were renovating the ground level of this once-ugly building. I talked to them several times in anticipation of the opening, and they are soooo nice! Now it's been opened for a year, and I'm a fairly regular customer. Living in this corner of Queen Village, I'm really happy to say that it has transformed the intersection completely. Neighbors and friends are often meeting here for coffee and sandwiches, inside and out. Everyone sitting outside looks really happy and relaxed, too. \n\nThe owners recently planted some trees there, too, and regularly interact with their customers. They seem to know everyone there, and always smile and wave. I stop every Friday for my caramel latte, and it's very yummy. They recently added some chocolate cheesecake muffins, which are almost as good as my mom's! I spend some quiet time there when I need my space, too, and I agree - the music, I think off the iPods of the baristas, is always cool.",
"For a neighborhood coffee joint with local owners, this place is great! My husband and I love it and it couldn't be more convenient for us. The staff and owners are very friendly, coffee is always good, and the bagel and egg sandwiches are out of this world. If you can get the owner to tell you what's in the secret blend of spices, you're a winner! We still haven't figured it out. \n\nSeating is great, patrons are friendly, and the yogurt parfait is a weekend morning staple.",
"I normally try not to be a \"regular\" at any given place, however, I make an exception for Java Co. I'm terribly boring; I always order the same coffee, and croissant when my little one is in tow. They are efficient and friendly here, to be sure. The coffee is expensive (average $3.75 per cup) but it will take care of your fix! Plus, I'm not into the coffee scene, and this establishment is blissfully free of pretentiousness.",
"Great spot. Lots of sunlight and outdoor seating to relax, coffee is good and I love the Turkish twist on things. The \"Eggel\" is the best - unique - bagel sandwich around, though they always sell out quickly on the weekends (leading me to wonder why they don't stock more). It's a bagel with zatar (Turkish version of pesto), sliced hard boiled eggs and cheese, which they put on a panini press - completely awesome. The croissant with zatar is also awesome.",
"I usually try to make it here once a week. I live in the neighborhood and although there are plenty of places to get a coffee I've found this to be my favorite. It's a relaxed atmosphere, free wifi, and the baristas usually play decent music although they've been stuck on the national lately. Basically I hang out and people watch.",
"On a hot day, nothing is better than an ice cold coffee. It would appear that Philadelphia Java Company knows this as well. After seeing a movie at Riverview, and biking around in south philly, I was literally melting, but luckily I happened across the Philadelphia Java Company while on Christian street. The inviting exterior with it's nice type and healthy amount of out door seating just said, \"come on, take a load off.\" So I obliged the now talking chairs and tables, obviously induced from the heatstroke I was receiving. Upon entering, it was this beautifully decorated, well air conditioned, relaxing interior. A couple of people were on laptops, a happy air about everyone. Nice, relaxing music was playing on their stereo, which was great to enjoy while I sat inside and enjoyed my awesome tasting iced coffee. Just make sure to ask them for the recycling bin when you're done!",
"I just discovered this place last week. It is within walking distance of my new house and I fell in love. It's extremely inviting and seems to have awesome customers/staff. I love that you can bring you dogs inside. I am truly impressed.",
"A little more upscale than the original location and not quite as large. The coffee and food are as good asa the original location. Free wi-fi and dog friendly."
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"Indianapolis needs more locally owned places like this. The staff is really friendly and the food is good. Adel's is a take-out/order at the counter & sit down place. I have had the gyros and they are very good. The spicy lamb is my favorite. The cucumber and tomato were very fresh and the sauce is awesome. It was also a nice touch that the owner showed me my order before he closed the container. He is very proud of what he is serving.\n\nThey also have some Mediterranean grocery items and spices for purchase. \n\nIf you want a quick, fresh bite, this is a great place. If you are looking for more of a sit-down, full service Greek place, drive a couple miles south and eat at Hella's Cafe (82nd & Westfield Boulevard)\n\nI am really happy to have Adel's in the neighborhood. Welcome!",
"If you like gyros and great customer service, you'll love this place. The guy that worked here today (assuming he was the owner) was so pleasant that he put me in a great mood. \n\nI didn't have a menu, so I ordered the beef schwarma. As I pulled up, I saw the sign advertising gyros, schwarma, falafel, and I got so excited thinknig about a falafel next time. \n\nWhen you walk in, the place is extremely bare bones. No artwork, machinery (sort of- like an ice cream machine type of machinery). \n\nThe employee/owner showed me my meal (oh, it looked delicious!). I told him it looked great. He walked over to the side and threw a piece of baklava into the mix, too. I \"Yay\"-ed with excitement (not a huge fan of sweets, but I love baklava). \n \nI asked how long he had been there, about \"two weeks and a month,\" I believe the reply was. I grabbed few menus and told him that I would take once- I ordered the schwarma since I knew they'd have it, and I'd hand a few menus out at work. He handed me a few with a dollar off coupon included. \n\nOn the very short drive back to work, I was really excited to dig into my meal. Once I did, it was damn delicious. \nI have a new favorite lunch spot. \n\n\nIn case you are looking for teh menu, \n\nAdel's Gyro (beef or lamb)- regular or spicy -4.99 \nSchwarma (beef, Lamb or Chicken)- 5.50 \nFalafel Full-3.99 Half 2.99 \nDolomaties (veggie or beef) 6 rolls- 4.99 4 rolls w/ Greek salad 5.99 \nChicken Sandwich (fried or grilled) 3.99 \nAdel's Burger 3.99 \nFish Plate 6.99 \nSpanikopita 5.99 \nGreek Salad w/ Gyro Meat 4.99 \nHummus Small 1.99 Large 3.99 \n\nDelivery is available for orders over $15 \nCatering available, too.\n\n\n\n... Dang I've never seen so many words that look misspelled in one post ;)",
"This place is a great addition in an area full of chain restaurants. It is simple, cheap, and delicious. I went and had a spicy gyro greek salad, my friend had the gyro and falafel. He mentioned the falafel was not too dry and flavorful. My salad was generous in portion, the meat was moist and flavorful with the right amount of spice. \n\nI think word is catching on since they are getting busier during the lunch hours.",
"This is a welcome addition to the Carmel/Clay area. I have been looking for a quick/easily accessible Greek Restaurant for takeout, and this is exactly what Adel's caters to. Simple, Cheap, and Great Tasting. The cook/cashier was very helpful and friendly.\n\nOne advice, the dining area has plenty of room for more tables. I unfortunately watched 4 people leave because there was no seating left.",
"We had no idea what to expect when my office mates and I decided to give this new gyro joint a shot. We were blown away by the experience. Beneath the unpretentious decor--bare walls and haphazard furnishings--lies a gem just waiting to be discovered. If you can see beyond this simple space, all that's left is great food, healthy portions and service with a contagious smile.",
"I THINK THAT ADEL'S PROVIDES A REALLY NEAT LUNCH, AND DINNER MENU FOR CHEAP! THESE DAYS IN A RECESSION ITS HARD TO START A RESTAURANT ESPECIALLY ON A SHOE-STRING BUDGET. ADEL FAM IS THE OWNER, OPERATOR, AND MAIN DRIVING FORCE FOR THIS CAFE. ITS QUAINT AND NEEDS MORE EXPOSURE SO TELL YOUR FRIENDS ABOUT HIS PLACE! HIS HOURS OF OPERATION ARE FROM 10AM TO 2PM AND 4PM TO 9PM M THROUGH THURS AND HE STAYS OPEN UNTIL 10PM ON FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS AT LEAST THE LAST TIME THAT I WAS THERE THESE WERE HIS BASIC HOURS. THE HIGHEST PRICE ON HIS MENU IS AROUND $6.99 I HAVE HAD EVERY ITEM ON HIS MENU WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE FELAFEL SANDWICH I'M MORE OF A CARNIVORE AND NOT MUCH ON THE HERBIVORE KINDA THING! IF YOU DON'T LIKE GYROS HE HAS EVEN A SPECIAL ADEL BURGER WHICH IS VERY GOOD IN MY ESTIMATION, HE ALSO HAS FISH AVAILABLE SO THAT WOULD COME IN HANDY FOR FRIDAYS. HE IS TO MY RECOLLECTION OPEN ON SUNDAYS AS WELL.\nHe does NOT have much English speaking help so you might get one of the ladies that work for him and just get a \"hello\" with an \"I don't speak English\" in kind of a broken manner but you can call ahead for a to go ORDER most of the time his number is 317-587-2800 PLEASE BY ALL MEANS GO \"TRY\" GREEK FOOD I mean HE HAS BEEF OR LAMB GYROS! With Wonderful Tsosiki Sauce (a cucumber and sour cream sauce) So if You aren't into Lamb then try the Beef! You can get either or both together Mild or Spicy its your call just do it! ITs Just to the North of Rosie's Landscaping Service and about a Block south of the Intersection of 106th and College in the North Central area of Indianapolis Called Hamilton County. He's on the south front corner of the Old O'MALIA's STORE that was there beside St. Margret's Church. So grab the kids and go say \"HOWDY\" to Adel. He's been in the US for around 14 years and used to own the \"OASIS\" that was in Broad Ripple. He had great food back then and he still has the magic touch! HE is very conscious of board of Health rules and always has a smiling face! And usually welcomes he person as \"HIS FRIEND\" that arrives especially if they are a repeat customer. He takes cash or plastic. So what are you waiting for you shoulda stopped reading about 1/2 a page ago and headed to his little cafe plus he has a mini Mediterranean Grocery with some AWESOME PRICES on those Groceries!! \nJeff W. a Northridge Resident.",
"Craving for top notch Mediterranean food? Don't feel like spending too much? Sick of Dine in places? \n\nAlright.. Adel's has yummilicious gyros and shawarma made in front of your eyes with fresh ingredients guaranteed.. If u want food that makes u crave for more? This is your spot!\n\nP.S: if u have a sweet tooth :) I give the baklava a 4/5 :):):)",
"Went for the first time and was blown away. Great food, great prices. Try the ice cream for $1.",
"I'm embarrassed at how often I have gotten carry out here. The first time I ordered from here I had to PULL OVER AND EAT because the food smelled so intoxicatingly awesome. \n\nThe spicy gyros are OUT OF THIS WORLD delicious. Adel gives you a heaping serving of spicy gyro meat, carved right before your eyes. Can't decide between tzatziki and feta? He just might get you both. \n\nThe spicy chicken shawarma is decent but not in the same league as the gyros. Also, the falafel is unlike any other restaurant's I've had (in a good way). The baklava and hummus are solid, too. All good choices here.\n\nIn closing, let your friends and loved ones order what they want at Adel's but you, the savvy Yelper, order the spicy gyro and thank me later.",
"Let's just say that the gyros here are so good that I recently drove through a blizzard in whiteout conditions to pick one up. Apparently I was not the only person to do so that day. If your restaurant is good enough to compel customers to travel through hazardous weather to get to it, you've got something special going on.\n\nThe spicy gyro isn't actually spicy, by the way. It's really more well-seasoned than anything. The tzaziki sauce is astounding, and leagues better than anything else I've ever had. Don't even bother getting the fries and drink, because they pile the gyros with so much meat you won't need any more food. And it's only seven bucks!"
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"Allisonville location has better food, but still worth visiting.",
"This is about a 15 min walk from my house in Indy, and it's worth the walk because A) it's local B) their gorgozolla/balsamic salad is to die for and C) the pizza is great! Yay for Some Guys!",
"I love the Some Guys Pizza in Carmel. The last time we were there, they did not make my son's pizza with the correct toppings and they let him keep the wrong pizza, made him a new pizza and didn't charge us for any of our dinner including mine. Everyone makes mistakes, but I believe how you act when you do is the real test and they \"made it right\" without me really asking. All I asked for was for them to make a pizza with the correct toppings.\n\nI LOVE the house sausge pizza. It has goat cheese on it and it is divine. I've had many other pizzas there and most of them have been good. (The Margarita is a little bland, and one of the things that keeps me from giving 5 stars.) The other thing that keeps me from giving 5 stars is that while the servers are always friendly and polite, there are times when service is slow and they servers are hard to find.",
"Some Guys is possibly my favorite pizza place in Indy at the moment. Not only is it five minute from my parent's place, but the prices are reasonable, and it has a mom n' pop feel---but if your \"mom n' pop\" were really awesome, and not intro country kitsch, and told all your friends to call them \"Bob\" and \"Linda\". \nMy favorite by far is the 4 Cheese, which taught me that, yes, pecans DO belong on a pizza. also, that it is completely unneccessary for a great pizza to have sauce. To be honest, though, all of the pizzas are great, so you should just keep coming back until you've tried them all. \nThe staff here are great, completely accomodating and wonderful. They close at nine Sun-Thurs, and 10 Fri-Sat, but I've definately walked in at 9:50 pm and not been given any grief or even a glare over it. Next time you decide on something local, skip Bazbeaux and head out to SomeGuys.",
"For our group of 8, we shared the large classic pizza along with the special pizza. Both were very good. Love the cheese and their sauce. I will comment that this location has very little atmosphere and no personality. Very bland - practically destroys the mood. If you want true wood oven baked pizza with personality and atmosphere, go to their sister location south on Allisionville Road off 62nd street. Be prepared to wait. It's very popular.",
"Some Guys is my favorite pizza restaurant in Indianapolis. As proof, I bought a T-Shirt. My wife and I are big fans of their crust. I also recommend the side salads with the house dressing. 95% of my business is \"to go,\" thus I am unqualified to report on the atmosphere...other than to point out the place is NEVER empty.",
"Some Guys is a all-around good locally-owned neighborhood pizza joint. Plenty of in-house dining, and you can get your food to go if need be. Their pizza is what I would grade as a B--lots of cheese, plenty of sauce, some creative toppings available, straightforward crust, sometimes on the greasy side. But not to sell them short, they also have some very good pasta selections (usually there's a special du jour), and their salads are excellent (try the house dressings!). To top things off, they have a small selection of decent microbrews, including some of the local folks like Sun King and Upland.",
"Stopped in with the family after a youth football game for dinner. The place is clean and the atmosphere is nice enough; suitable for kids and families, though not a whole lot of seating. \n\nOur service was good from seating to serving, we were a group on nine and he handled us no problem. \n\nOur group ordered garlic bread and roma bread as appetizers. The garlic bread was wonderful but the roma bread didn't really taste like anything (then again, it's more of a dipping bread), the herbed marinara that came with the roma bread was to die for, as was their ranch dressing - THE BEST we've ever had in any restaurant.\n\nWe ordered a cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza, and The Bomb (vegetarian with pepperoni and sausage). Each of them were delicious and heated up beautifully the next day as leftovers. \n\nBottom line, we have visited several pizza places in the area after moving here three months ago (Toppers, Pizzology, Jans, Bellacinos) and this is our new favorite place - we will be back often.\n\nBonus for having the Arnold Palmer on the menu!",
"Uuuuuummmm. YUM. Yumalongadingdong!\n\nSooo soooo sooo good. I love their pizzas. I've had several of their specialties and I\"m always happy. The crust is not too thick and not too thin. \n\nTheir salad is woooonderful with fresh veggies including olives (none for me please), green peppers, roma tomatoes, red onion all piled on a fresh lettuce with white cheese. There are tons of house made dressings and I love the vinaigrette and ranch. YUUUUM.\n\nBuuuut my MUST eat is now their pasta. Holy cow - so delicioso! The vodka sauce comes in three \"heats\" and I get the mild. It has a nice little kick. They also are very generous with portions and I literally get to eat it three meals in a row. NOT that one needs to. You get to choose the kind of pasta, the kind of sauce and then add meat if you'd like. I like the grilled chicken and it's always very tender.\n\nI also REALLY enjoy their pesto garlic bread and the marinara goat cheese appetizer. SERIOUSLY good. \n\nI had lunch in the restaurant recently and the service was a solid B+. The delivery is always right at 30-45 minutes even on Fridays, which is pretty good around here. The food is just so good.\n\nI will say this is one of the more expensive pizza places in town but OMG. I just love their creative flavor options, vast menu and awesome appetizer choices. My advice SHARE - get one pasta, one medium pizza and one small salad and four of you will have at least two meals (unless someone gets REALLY hungry, which is possible with this awesome-sauce food).\n\nYuuuuuuuuumalongadingdong!",
"Great pizza, great people, great prices! We have been eating at Some Guys in Carmel for close to a decade now and have never had a bad dish or experience. We usually end up eating there (or getting take out) at least once a week and it really is great every time!"
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"Ended up on Claiborne looking for dinner yesterday and saw that the sign had changed from \"Coming Soon\" to \"Open\", so decided to give it a try. It has a really nice, very new-looking interior while the outside still has a bit of the old Taco Bell/Orleans Seafood styling. \nOn to the food though, I ordered take-out and it was very quick, 10 minutes max. before I was out the door. I ordered the Bulgogi Beef, a barbecued Korean speciality, and it came with rice and three side items (I chose bean sprouts, kim chi, and potato salad). I was a little surprised that potato salad was an option, but after looking around google, it turns out potato salad is very popular in Korea, so it all makes sense now. The takeout box was so stuffed that it felt like it was starting to bend as I was carrying it. This was probably about two meals worth of food!\nThe bulgogi was great, as good as any of the Korean places I've been to in NYC or Houston, or the old Genghis Khan on Tulane Ave. back in the day. The meat was extremely fresh and cooked well, and the bean sprouts helped me feel like I was being super-healthy. The kim chi was also good, though it could've had just a bit more of a kick to it. The potato salad was a pleasant surprise, as it was different than the local variety, one difference being that this potato salad had small carrot pieces. \nAll in all, Little Korea provided some great food and I'm glad that there's another great new dining option Uptown. \nAlso, I've overheard people saying they were excited about the restaurant but a little weary (understatement) about the location. In response to that, I'll say that I don't think I'm any more hardcore than the average Yelp-user, and I felt 100% safe.",
"First impressions are everything. Most of the time. \n\nI asked people in my social networks if they've tried this place yet, but Little Korea was pretty new (the server said they just opened a few days ago. the owners are Korean, just FYI). I've also never eaten at a Korean restaurant in Louisiana. Ever. So please don't ask me to compare it to Korea House or The Wandering Buddha...\n\nAtmosphere\nThe music playing is Korean music, naturally. Big windows and cool lighting fixtures make this little place hip, comfortable, and casual. I think it's a good size; you don't feel too out in the open or too close to the next table. Brown and pink is definitely not a color palette I'm used to for a restaurant; it reminds me of a bakery (Sprinkle to be exact). \n\nFood\nWe ordered korean ribs and dumplings, and some other food... I really can't remember because my friends ordered the food before I got there. However, overall, the ribs were great, but I loved the dumplings! They weren't steamed, though, but I still liked the crunchiness and flavor. The Korean ribs weren't too chewy or hard, so eating it didn't stress me out (lol). I wasn't too fond of the side dishes (each person got a plate of 3 things), but what can I say... I never really liked kimchi to begin with -- I know! it's blasphemy, but I've tried so many times to like kimchi :[ and thumbs up for the rice for not being too sticky ^_^\n\nService\nThere are a few things they missed here and there, but it's not a big deal. They were still attentive and accommodating. The bus boy refilled my water only once though :( \n\n\nWhy 4 stars\nOverall, I liked everything, but it has so much potential to become well-established. I look forward to dining here again. \n\n\nOn another note, I feel perfectly safe dining here, but maybe that's because I was here in broad daylight where vampires can't get to me (unless it's the Cullens, then we'd really have a problem).",
"I like being told what to eat. My original order of dol sat bibimbop was overruled by what I assume was the owner. \"You like short ribs? We'll give you short ribs.\" Yes, ma'am. \n\nSure, I like short ribs just fine, but my favorite part of any Korean meal is the assortment of small plates and fun fermented goodies. They served me a good one made with glass noodles, sesame oil and black tree ear mushroom, which I was told is typically a holiday dish. \n\nThe kimchi definitely had kid gloves on, though. Could have used some more punch from the fermented chilis. \n\nOpen less than a week and the place was packed at lunch. Fast service, fair prices. I will give them many more opportunities to tell me what to eat. In fact, I look forward to it. If I could afford to live in the fancy nouveau Magnolia housing projects right across the street I would eat here all the time.",
"Saw this place a couple times when driving on Claiborne. The first time, a friend in the car said, \"Hey! That's a Korean spot!\" I said that's impossible, but looked and saw that there was a sign that said \"Little Korea.\" On the sign, it said that they also serve pho, so I assumed that the place was Vietnamese owned.\n\nI taught my Korean lesson this Monday and when the family I teach asked me about places to eat, I was reminded of this place on Claiborne. I said I would try it and let them know. So I drove straight to Little Korea, parked my car, and walked into the place. There were quite a few cars parked in the lot for a Monday night.\n\nIt was a little after 8 p.m. when I walked in. I was told that they were closed at 8 but that if I want to get something for takeout I can. I was starving and I was already there, so I decided to get something to go. I ordered a ttuk mandu guk and waited for my food. I started talking to the servers and found out that the owners are Korean. And the girls who were helping me with my order were actually daughters of the owners who came to New Orleans just to help out with the restaurant. I'm definitely not one to vigorously seek out other Koreans when I move to different places, but it was nice to run into other Korean women who are my age.\n\nI expected a container of soup but they sent me away with a bunch of stuff. I got home and found out that with my soup came steamed rice, jap chae (glass noodles), kimchi, and bean sprouts. All this food ended up being four smaller meals.\n\nI can't speak for the rest of the menu yet, but the soup was good and the service was great. I am excited that I don't have to drive out to Metairie to grab some Kr food.",
"As a Korean New Orleanian, born and raised in Seoul until a couple of years ago, I like this place a lot. This place does Korean food right. The food is clean, MSG free, and VERY authentic.\n\nI hope they keep up because I plan on going back regularly.",
"I'm half-Korean (mother) and have lived in Korea for short time. Also been to many Korean restaurants in NYC, Bay Area, etc. \n\nI was excited to try a Korean place, the first one I've seen in New Orleans. (I've tried one in Metairie, which I thought was actually better.)\n\nThe Good\nDespite being in an old Taco Bell, the servers make the place feel homier than expected. Most were young and had that endearing (more so than annoying) lack of confidence and skills that I'm sure they will soon acquire. \nService was quick, frequent and personal. \n\nThe Bad\nThe food wasn't good. It wasn't bad. Not authentic though and not anything I'd order again. And I ordered some staples. \nMondoo: I really like the way these were cooked, crispy on the outside. But the filling was kind of mush with no real taste of anything. \nLA Kalbi: BBQ at our table, these looked okay raw but I could tell they wouldn't be that good. Not super fresh. No real taste when I ate them. \nSam Gyup Sal: One of my favorites in general. Here, it was basically unseasoned bacon. The slices of pork belly are usually not long, thin strips and not as streaky, more fat/meat/fat, short, FAT pieces of pork belly.\nServer cooked at our table and that was great, but was there the whole meal. Even though she was really nice, I was there to eat with my gf, not my gf and the server. Usually, someone puts the meat on, checks on it, there longer when needs to be and leaves when done. \nRice was long-grain American rice. Banchan was not good. Kimchi was super weak. Pajeon was so plain. \n\nWould I go again? \nI'm half-Korean and I'd like to try to support this new business and their employees who were all SO nice. I'll give them one more try and see how the soups are. I love sundooboo jigae, though i have to say, my expectations are low.",
"I walked in all excited because I'm like so many, I've been dying for a new Korean place to open, finding Korea House too expensive and lacking.\n\nNow I have two Korean places that I find too expensive and lacking.\n\nI was a little confused when I saw that they do Vietnamese soup as well as Korean. I didn't really see a need for it since we do have several good pho places already. \nBut looking at the menu, I noted they do not offer any of my favorite ones anyway (Tripe, sinew).\n\nWhen I asked if they were going to be offering them later, some punk kid (10 or 11 years old) chimed in, \"Well we're trying to show the Korean side!\"\n\nUm...Ok. But it has always been my experience that if you offer a food in a restaurant (And advertise it on your sign), it should be done the best that it can be, not ignored to focus on OTHER stuff.\n\nJust my personal opinion, I guess...\n\nI think back to California and Florida and Nashville Korean places I've eaten and how much I appreciated the good value I received, it is just disheartening to see how over-priced and how low quality the ones we have here are. \n\nI can only hope some more competition pops up. Fingers crossed for it happening soon. Good Korean bibimbap is a wonderful lunch.",
"i had a really good review written, then my stupid battery died.\n\nBeing Korean, and having my unni's home cooked food....\n\nThen, coming from Hawaii, Vegas, and Atlanta, I think I am a bit spoiled when it comes to Korean food... \n\nI was so excited to see a korean place open up in NO proper. The other one is only MEH.\n\nlittle korea... i hope that because it is still so new, it will evolve and change, and improve based on reviews/feedback from its patrons.\n\n1. servers are super sweet. and it's fun to practice my korean.\n2. food was delivered promptly.\n3. the banchan were BLAH. Kimchee: totally bland. Bean sprouts: Ok, but very salty. Broccoli: the Kochujang was so vingery, I had to ask for the REAL stuff.\n\n4. i ordered Bulgogi. Flavoring OK. good portion. Rice was not the long-grain when I had it. Was normal \"asian\" sticky rice. \n\ni would go back, just bc there are more things i'd like to try. but definitely i do think there is room for improvement.\n\nmaybe they'll add potbingsu or coffee somewhere nearby! ^^",
"My Korean friend and I enjoyed Little Korea tonight, and he relates, \"my stomach is saying 'what's happening, Boss', as in \"It's been way too long since authentic Korean food has made an appearance. He was smiling from ear to ear, which made me smile in response. Who knew a Taco Bell could be transformed into a simple, yet sort of elegant in its small touches Korean restaurant. We were both pleased with the menu and the reasonable prices. The servers were young and friendly and eager to please. We will definitely be back, probably a couple of times a week. \n\nHaving despaired of finding a good Korean restaurant in two parishes, Little Korea is easily accessible and a welcome newcomer.",
"Me and the DPIC came here last night, as we've been craving Korean, but Korea House makes us feel a little out of sorts, so I was super excited when I heard of this place! \n\nAnyway, I love Korean, and this really hits the spot. It's great that they let you grill the short ribs by the table, but it can get somewhat crowded with all the side dishes they give you. Kimchi was good. Regular kimchi was somewhat spicy, but nice. The potato kimchi was my favorite. We had a rice bowl, which was good, but not amazing, and the LA Kalbi. Kalbi was good, but the meat was somewhat sinewy. I definitely ate all of it, though. The Chili/soybean paste was to die for as well as the sesame oil dressing. It's nice that they give you all the sides and parts to the meal, even if our table did get really crowded for a little bit.\n\nService was good, but you can tell that they're new at this. They did take really good care of us. I enjoyed everything we had, especially the atmosphere. It's not too quiet and empty that you feel like you're in a museum or library. I will definitely return. Prices are perfect for what you receive. \n\nI wish them all the best, and I hope the crowd doesn't die off. I think this place could really hit its stride, even located where it is."
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"Who goes to a BBQ restaurant and orders a salad? Me. I ventured over with a gal pal for a ladies lunch and was not disappointed in the least. It seems Mission BBQ wants to create an experience while also serving great food. \n\nUpon walking in, we were greeted by a manager and staff member, both of whom explained how to order. It's very much like Panera -- go to the counter, order, give your name and get your drink while someone assembles your order. Service was super fast and super friendly. The menu was great -- chicken, brisket, pork, salads, sides ... oh that mac and cheese. GET IT. And while you're at it, get the strawberry shortcake with homemade pound cake. \n\nThe food was great. My salad was soooo fresh and crisp and colorful. I asked for chicken and received an ample portion of pulled, BBQ'ed chicken. I could have eaten another, but filled up on what I had. The mac and cheese was probably my favorite part -- so creamy and perfect. The strawberry shortcake was equally awesome. \n\nPerhaps my favorite part of Mission BBQ was the theme -- the American military. Really, service in general. The place is adorned with patches from local (and state) police, fire and EMS. Flags for different military branches hang as well. The food is served on a tray similar to what you'd find in a mess hall. \n\nAnd, at noon each day, everything stops for the National Anthem. Additionally, Mission BBQ supports the USO along with list of other organizations that you can see here: http://mission-bbq.com/giving-back\n\nReally, go in, eat some great food and help a company give back to those who serve us.",
"First impression was very warm and inviting. The cashiers immediately welcomed us and made us feel welcome!! We couldn't resist saying hi and talking with John who we absolutely love!! Such a warm inviting loving guy! Now on to the food. I got the ribs and my husband got the chicken! Both extremely delicious. I enjoyed the amazing sweet tea and the Mac and cheese is so good!! All around this place is very warm and supporting a great thing!! I will certainly be back!!!",
"I first walked into an amazing greeting... then was followed up by an amazimg meal. I got the pulled chicken sandwich and beans with brisket. They did not disappoint. I put the texas two step sauce on chicken sandwich and was blown away. I can't wait to try everything else... my new goto bbq joint.",
"Wow definitely a great place to have around here. Prices are within normal range of BBQ prices. Portions are somewhat small. The turkey and chicken were AMAZING. The Alabama sauce was delicious. I thought the brisket was a bit salty. Delicious tea. Great service!",
"Came here with my boyfriend today and it was pretty good! The only request I have is that they start to put cheese on the sandwiches, I ordered a brisket sandwich with cheese on top and instead they put the cheese on the side which was cold, and shredded. No use in the cheese after that. The roll was also hard, so I just ate the brisket by itself. Still good, and I would definitely come back! The Mac and cheese here is absolutely amazing!!!",
"I like the decor of the restaurant. Traditional BBQ looking restaurant. Great food presentation.... I Tried their pulled pork (traditional) and it was CRAZY SALTY. Could not cut the salt with any of the BBQ sauces... It's a Shame because this place is conveniently located near Deptford mall... : (",
"I really wanted to like this place as I am a big bbq fan and there really aren't any good ones in the area. I loved the patriotic theme and playing the National Anthem at noon was awesome. My pulled pork was barely warm and as dry as could be and I needed to load it up with bbq sauce. The brisket was ok, barely warm like the pork but not as dry. The fries were good and so was the mac and cheese. My wife had the brisket, pulled chicken, mac and cheese and green beans. The brisket was the same as mine, the pulled chicken was actually good, the green beans were good. I am not sure if it was the time of the day and I was served yesterday's food as I was there around 11:45 but it was just ok. I would give it another shot, hopefully next time it is better.",
"This is a good bbq chain that does thinhs in the community. I was happy when they came to nj, I used to go all the time in Maryland. My favorites are the pulled brisket sandwich, burnt ends brisket, and the sausage. For sides get the mac and cheese trust me! !!\nSauce selection is awesome faves are Memphis belle and KL!!",
"Service was pretty good. Food is ok but portions are small for the $$$. Way too much salt in the rub. Chicken was way to salty, ribs were good but too salty. Brisket was the best part but small portion. Mac and Cheese is pretty good. I didn't care for their cornbread at all.",
"Great food! My gf and I went on a Friday night and it was packed! We were concerned about even bing to fine a seat to eat because the line was out the door. I'm glad we chose to stay. The line moved quick and there were plenty of seats to choose from, at least 5 tables we could of chose from. I got the \"half a yard bird\" which was a half of a smoke chicken. It was delicious and so juicy. My gf got the pulled pork sandwich. We both got a of fries and mac-n-cheese. The mac-n-cheese was very good. I didn't care much for the fries, they were a little too crispy for my liking. I guess you could say they were crunchy even. They also have curb side pickup which is convenient. I can't wait to go back!"
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"Part of a chain of three restaurants in Reno Nevada. The best one I've been to is the FTP III (On Longley Lane) but this location is the original Flowing Tide Pub.\n\nthis is a popular joint with University Of Nevada students, so I've been told.",
"Flowing Tide has a HUGE HUGE HUGE variety of food on their menu. It's amazing what all you can find there - burgers, sandwiches, pasta, salad, seafood, etc. Everything that I've had here has been good. But it does take a while to make (maybe because the kitchen itsy is bitsy!)\nInside is a pretty typical pub setting with booths and tables, but there is a kind of sea pirate feel to it (to match the name....) Everything is clean and the service is pretty fast for the amount of tables each waitress gets. The waitresses seem to stick around there for a while, so if you go often enough, you'll get to know some of them.",
"I had dinner there 3 nights ago. The one at the south end of town is much nicer! \n\nThe food was OK.\n\nThe waitress was TERRIBLE (2nd time I've had awful service there). And the table was so dirty & gross & sticky. Even after asking for a rag to wipe it down, it still stayed sticky & the table next to it was the same.\n\nTheir waitresses need a wake up call to give better service & the place needs a good cleaning.",
"This place is just OK. Nothing here stands out and it's just like any other bar. The food isn't too bad though, and the drink selection is decent. It's usually packed on the weekends and the service is horrible.",
"This is a great place for good pub fare. I've never tried anything here that I didn't like. Their onion rings are especially good, and Husband loves the fried clam strips. The atmosphere is really nice, with lots and lots of TVs and classy decor. I agree with previous reviewers that the service is touch and go--I've had good and bad. I do think it's one of the best places to eat in this corner of town.\n\nThe best thing about Flowing Tide are the deals. They have a great happy hour with $2 off all of their tasty and huge appetizers. Also, they always have a coupon in the Valu-Pak for buy one entree get one free--we never spend a whole lot here.",
"* happy hour review only *\n\n$3.25 pints of sam white (seasonal). $2 off any appetizer. the appetizers are huge. the plates of wings are fairly sizable. the quesadilla is also egantic. the tacos were decent. the nachos were pretty damn huge too. basically everything appetizer is worth it for $2 off. i think even for regular price it'd be worth it.\n\nbut i can't say the food is like \"god damn im coming back just for the food\" but for this deal, i will definitely come back. i would say its better than average bar/pub food.",
"Flowing Tide is awesome. We eat here about once a week or so. \n\nMy favorites are the salads with steak or chicken on top. \n\nService is always really quick and friendly and the waitresses usually remember us. Prices are fine. Being pregnant and therefore insatiably thirsty ALL the time, I appreciate the gigantic water/lemonade glasses they have. \n\nAll in all, this is my favorite restaurant in the north west Reno area.",
"HORRIBLE service! We did not even eat here, because no one flagged us down after 20 MINUTES of seating and waiting for a waitress to come by. The place looked very empty to me - how can they miss a group of 3 in such an environment?",
"Let's start by saying I expect to get poor service here. My friends like to come here after work so I end up here a lot. I like their food. I have had the bacon blue cheese burger several times. I also like the crab melt. It is real crab. Their happy hour menu is pretty good. I also like their kids menu. I order to go kids spaghetti and it feeds both of my kids.\n\nOn several occasions I had to hunt down the waitress because I had to leave. Once she ignored me for 10 minutes so I asked my friend to cover my bill and I would pay her back. Right after I left the waiters finally came running yelling that I had not paid. My friend said I know, I am paying for her. I would have paid the waitress directly if she would have come all the times I waved her down or called her name. So to make a long story short, go with lots of time, low service expectations and you will be good.",
"I usually come here almost every week or every other week.. nice place to chill with friends and watch a game.. sip on a beer.. and for something special we always try and take down a shipwreck =P overall i cant say anything wrong about this place unless theres bad music. Happy Hour is the best..since there's 2 happy hours..and food is alot better at night with a beer!"
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"One of the better pizza joints in the S. Tampa area. And believe you me, there are A LOT of pizza joints in the area. \n\nLocated across from Plant High, the building looks tiny, but the inside is pretty spacious. You can sit at the bar and watch them make fresh pizzas or sit at the tables. It's very casual: 1 sided paper menus, paper plates, plastic utensils, canned sodas. Very simple - which is a breath of fresh air sometimes. \n\nMy husband & I ordered the 18\" white pizza with ricotta & mozzarella. His half had no toppings, my half had tomatoes & shrooms. It was supposed to be 18\" but it seemed more like 20\". - do to it heaping over the pan! Pizzas aren't usually beautiful but this one truly was a work of art! I was drooling when our VERY friendly server brought it to our table. \n\nThe price is right! The enormous pie was only $14.99 plus $1.60 for each topping. And it's up to you to throw some cash in the tip jar after you pay at the register. And of course I had to try some their tiramisu gelato - yum!\n\nWell worth trying.",
"Great pie. But a limited menu and hours. If they had a chicken Parm sub, I would be there at least once a week. With that said, best pizza in Tampa.",
"This place came highly recommended from other review sites, including winning best NY Style Pizza in Creative Loafing's Annual Best of the Bay. As someone who had previously been vegan for three years, I decided that the first time I had pizza it simply had to be great, and Paci's didn't disappoint.\n\nThis is true NY style pizza. It only comes in 18in sizes, and the crust is crispy with just the perfect amount of sauce and cheese. It folds right up for eating, like a good ny style should. The simple pepperoni pie we got brought back a flood of memories from my youth.\n\nMy only complaint was in the drinks department. They have a decent selection of beers for a pizza joint, as well as some bottled brooklyn sodas, but when I ordered a regular coke it simply came in a can with a straw. It would be nice to be offered a cup with ice, preferably one of those chunky red coca~cola cups that seem to be a staple of most pizza joints (Maybe they don't make those anymore?)",
"Great, great, great NY style pizza. A fairly limited menu as far as toppings - but when the sauce (fresh, real, herby) and crust (thin, floury, crunchy) are as good as this, toppings and such really aren't necessary and only detract from the beauty of the pizza. We went for the margherita this time (always the best litmus test for pizza), so I can't really speak to the quality of the toppings, but I am sure that they are on par with everything else.\n\nThe cheesecake is tangy, creamy, and delightful. \n\nThe decor is modern, yet cosy.\n\nAnd, for only $30 two friends and I had our fill of drinks, delicious pizza, and split 2 desserts.\n\nDefinite winner.",
"This place is the real deal. Forget about it being the best pizza in the Tampa area, but dollar for dollar one of the best restaurants. One pie, around 12 buck will easily feed 3 people. The slices are huge, the ingredients fresh, and the appetite conquered. Being from Jersey myself, pizza is one of the basic food groups, and this rivals any pie I have had in the garden state. It beats the greasy goodness of the boardwalks, and the traditional tomato pies from my home town. The staff is one of the friendliest I have seen. They take pride in their food, and it rubs off on the customers. I have not met anyone that has eaten at Paci's that does not like it. It blows eddie and sam's out of the water, Cappy's is sub par, and anthony's is a chain, nuff said. Do youself a favor and go to Paci's.",
"The crust is thin and crispy yet foldable. A great place for a slice and a soda.",
"So two guys move to Tampa from Brooklyn... Seriously.\n\nNY-style pizza is just one of those topics like religion and politics; everyone has their favorites and own strong opinions. And since taste is such a unique thing for everyone with a freakin' tongue in their mouth, it's hard to objectively determine WHO has the best NY pie.\n\nWith that being said, Paci's has to be in the top 5 for Bay Area NY pizza joints, and on most days, they're numero uno. I've had some consistency issues with their pies since they've moved into the new locale across from Plant H.S., but overall their pies are worth the drive to south Tampa and 9 times out of 10 are perfectly sauced and cheesed. (De Losa's @ John's Pass is more consistent, so if you're out that way, most definitely try their pies.)\n\nThe only down side to Paci's--no soda fountain. They serve soda in cans with straws, and that just ain't right. In the old location, it worked because the place was so damn small, one could barely think, let alone eat! But in the new spot, it's borderline unacceptable. Get a damn fountain machine Paci's! It's cheaper and the profit margine is greater. Ugh. Also, they have a slight consistency problem. You can order two pizzas and they'll be cooked totally different from each other. Almost as if they're not quite sure where the hot and cool spots in their ovens are.\n\nAnywho, most defintely the best NY pie I've come across in Hillsborough. I've been going there for 7 years or so and will continue to do so.",
"This is Brooklyn, NY pizza for sure! Super friendly staff, great pies, basic pizza shop decor. Would recommend!",
"I visited again in July while on a short trip through Tampa, FL. Super cool staff serving up huge pies made from incredibly fresh ingredients!",
"I grew up in NYC. When I heard about this place and how good it was, I was so excited to try it. When I finally made it out there, it even exceeded my expectations. It tastes exactly like the pizza from back home. When I lived nearby, I would go here all the time. I moved to another part of Tampa and I still go out of my way for this place. Everyone in there is incredibly nice and I can't remember the last time I've been somewhere with customer service of this level. I wish I could give them more than five stars. If I could only recommend one place, it would be this one!"
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"I can't believe I am the first to review this place. When you walk in you think you are in a high end liquor store but it is in fact a Chinese restaurant. We were a group of 6 and we were seated quickly which I liked. After that I can say that the service was good but I cannot say the same for the food. It was greasy, the sauces were brown and all tasted the same, except for that nasty fried orange chicken that my step mom likes, yuk! I ordered hot sour soup as always when trying to figure out if a Chinese place is worthy. It was not warm enough, so I presume it was microwaved. I think they also went overboard on the corn starch because it was a bit to thick which then gets into a texture issue and that makes me want to gag. I will not be back for the food but because it is close I may be in for a great bottle of booze if I need something fast and high end!",
"I've eaten at Lotus Garden twice now and both meals were great. I highly recommend the mu shu vegetables and the crab puffs, which are the best crab puffs I have ever had (they are made with real crab). Service was fine and the atmosphere is better than many Chinese restaurants.",
"Upon arrival, we were surprised to see all of the merchandise for sale right inside the door. We were quickly seated in a booth and our waitress was very attentive from taking our drink order through the end of our meal. The hot and sour soup was filled with tofu, mushrooms, etc, almost to the point of being like a chunky stew. The Mongolian beef my husband ordered was not at all spicy like the menu said but it was still very tasty. The shrimp lo mein we shared was good - not too greasy. I ordered the vegetarian eggplant which was savory, but again not spicy like the menu noted. Only other negative was the small portion of rice vs the large amount of entree provided.",
"Their lo-mein was below average. More than ten bucks for such a small serving is a rip-off. The waitress I had was so whack. Wasn't a good experience at all. Their orange chicken was good though. That was the one dish that was up to par with my standards of chinese food. The Almond Chicken was so terrible. It was 75 percent vegatables and the rest chicken. Total rip-off. 40 bucks total for three dishes and it didn't even have a fair amount of meat in the dishes.",
"I love this adorable little place. I believe it was the lemon chicken that knocked my socks. Very nice servers, delicious food, very clean, and great prices. Decor is a bit dates, perhaps from the late 80s, but it is still quite charming. Interesting little wine and liquor shop as well.\nHighly recommended!",
"I definitely agree with the other 2 star reviews here. I had a bunch of dishes to try for lunch with our group from work. I haven't had good Chinese food for a very long time, and I still haven't. The best dish was kung pao beef, which was okay, and some egg plant dish, which was okay. The cashew chicken was only edible.\n\nThis place is nothing to look at inside or out and there is definitely no atmosphere. When I say it had a stale smell upon first entering, I'm being positive.\n\nIf you want good Chinese food that is worth paying for, this isn't it. I have eaten worse, though, at Panda Express, so I guess this place is worth two stars in comparison.",
"The food here lands right in the middle of the scale at 2 1/2 stars. They get the rounding favor because of the service, quantity, selection and price... at lunch.\n\nFor $7.50 (lunch special) you can choose from a plethora of items and some even include shrimp. All come with a pork or vegetable egg roll, soup and your choice of white, fried or brown rice.\n\nThe soup is not bad. They also give you a bowl of crunchy chow mein noodles to add to your soup to provide some texture. The egg roll was pretty good. It comes cut into four bite sized pieces and is accompanied by hot mustard and sweet and sour sauce.\n\nMy beef lo mein seemed freshly prepared, but did lack in flavor. Likewise with the pork fried rice. I had to add soy sauce and hot mustard to kick up the flavor a little. I can't complain about the quantity of food I received.\n\nI wish the food was better because it would be a regular lunch stop if it were. As it is, I will go back but probably only for lunch and only if it's someone else's idea.",
"We like to eat here. The food is always very fresh. They bring you hot tea and fortune cookies as soon as you sit down. I like the cashew chicken best. They also bring you an almond cookie with the check. It's family owned and operated and the staff is always very pleasant and accommodating.",
"This was our 2nd trip here. I waited to review since we ate here on Christmas and it wasn't a great trip.\n\nBut, we ate here last night and I'm glad I waited. We had a great meal and great service in a relaxing environment.\n\nAs other reviewers have said you get water, hot tea and fortune cookies as soon as you are seated. The waitress came over quickly to get our drink order and answered our questions about the menu.\n\nI ordered the Beef Lo Mein combo which comes with Egg Flower soup, Egg Roll (pork or veggie), shrimp tempura and rice (steamed, fried or brown). I like Hot & Sour soup, but we found out that as it is made to order it's only available as a large bowl (4 person serving size) except Fridays and Saturdays. The Egg Flower soup was very good. As were the egg roll and the shrimp tempura. I had them with the sweet and sour sauce which was not the usual cloying sweet sauce, but more grapefruit citrusy and delicious.\n\nI'd never had Lo Mein before and wasn't sure what to expect. I loved it! The noodles were cooked al dente, the beef was tender and well seasoned. I'll definitely be ordering it again! I gave my rice to my hubby who loves rice and I didn't need it.\n\nThe waitress was attentive, gave good advice...the food was delicious...and the atmosphere was inviting. I'm glad we tried Lotus Garden again.",
"What an enjoyable restaurant. The service is quick and attentive and the food has been delicious on two consecutive visits. We've enjoyed the crab puffs, orange chicken and chicken fried rice. Will not hesitate to return and try more of the menu."
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"Overpriced somewhat. Creative and tasty cuisine. Swanky bar upstairs. Soft shell crab yummy! Kale chips interesting yum part of bar corn chips. PS I Love You cocktail was refreshing. Ned Pinot Noir perfect. Licorice salad weird. Bread and butter,,,,too much butter not enough bread.... And just do the caviar butter because that is super fine. Don't ask about the photos of the photos of the old Caucasian actors in the restaurant....",
"Sinema is a glamorous modern bistro and cocktail lounge, on 8th ave south, and it is a great addition to the wonderful new business development occurring along that corridor. \n\nSinema welcomes you with chic decor, and a sweeping staircase to the upstairs lounge. The decor is old Hollywood glam, complete with art deco finishes, and pictures of Jimmy Stewart, Grace Kelly, Bette Davis and others surrounding the dining area. The vibe is cool, but also intimate and romantic. The hostesses were all decked out in their vintage finery, but I did not feel this was a cooler-than-thou crowd. Quite the opposite- the service was immediately friendly, completely lacking in any pretension, and we felt at home at once. \nWe snagged a reservation on one of the first dates open to the public, but this place has no kinks to work out. Everything was running smoothly and, I have to say, pretty perfect. \n\nHer name was Lola....\nour server. Lola, was the absolute best. She really made our evening- delighting us with her recommendations (all of which were spot on), and being friendly and entertaining to boot. \n\nThe cocktail menu delights with Hollywood and celebrity themed libations, but there was more than clever names here. We both enjoyed our selections, as well as the varied wine offerings. Lola was again a great help in making our choices. \n\nWe went all out- with appetizers, entrees and a dessert to share. The octopus starter was a delightful and unusual combination of flavors, but I was most impressed with the amazing potato salad accompaniment. We also enjoyed the licorice salad, which was the most unusual combination of flavors- peppermint vinaigrette is not something I would typically pick, but is apparently a specialty of chef Dale Levitski, and lived up to its reputation. We had the Barumundi and the pistacio chicken. Both of these entrees were sensational- a perfect blend of flavors, well prepared and beautifully presented. \n\nThe dessert selection- again, thanks to Lola- was Stones, a stone fruit compote, with millet cake topped with chamomile cream. Wonderful, light, and again, unique. \n\nI was very impressed with Sinema. A new culinary gem for Nashville. \n\nTo top off all the fine eating- there was a communal and convivial atmosphere as other patrons nearby were sharing recommendations and their enjoyment of each of their courses. A tip for the skirts- there is a remarkable lounge in the women's restroom that I imagine will soon rival the Oak Bar, in its reputation. Make sure to take time to powder your nose, ladies.",
"Last night was the grand opening of Sinema and I'm so glad I went with my friend. First impression, beautiful.\nWhen I walked in, it definitely reminded me of any 1 of the upscale gorgeous themed Vegas restaurants, without being obnoxious. Loved it immediately. The decor was a mixture of old Hollywood glamour with a modern twist. Hope that made sense. I'm not an interior designer! Downstairs was the dining area and up the grand stairs was the lounge/bar/movie area. Very spacious and intimate at the same time. Looks like you can have private dinner parties upstairs. Loved all the seating treatments. Great booths. Beautiful.\n\nThe food: \nSimple menu. Looks to be easily updated when the Chef feels like it. \nWe both had CAVA to start the night. Yummy.\nThen we shared the soft shell crab appetizer. To DIE for. The sauce Chef used was AMAZING. We cleaned the plate.\nFor the entree, I had the lamb and my friend had the chicken. Both were delicious. Of course we had to take a bite of each other's dishes for a taste. Again, Chef really knows how to dress the meal with its sauces. Whatever it is, it enhanced the meats so amazingly. We cleaned our plates again. My only suggestion on the lamb, have it medium rare. I didn't listen to our server and asked for Medium instead.\nFor dessert: we shared the Chocolate fudge, 1st on the list. AH-MAZING! You have to try it. The gourmet handmade yogurt was soo good. I'm so impressed.\nPrice is your typical upscale range, but surprisingly not over the top at all. It's still less expensive than Morton's or Ruth's Chris. Surprising hmmh? Thumbs up for that. This will pay off well for them. Smart move. The drinks on the other hand....lol\n\nCongrats to the owners. Great meeting Q-Juan, thanks for stopping by our table.\nLet's just say I will be back. Next one with my hubby and for my bday next week!! Plus it's in my neighborhood! Yeay.",
"Overpriced for the flavor you get. Postachio chicken was great but the pork chop, although well cooked, was less than desirable. \n\nOrdered the Prawns as an appetizer and got 2 prawns with 3 shrimp. Waiter came and asked \"how we're the shrimp?\". Had a good laugh but won't be back. \n\nThis was the \"grand opening\" but clearly they rushed it, I hope, as the building was not as clean as it should be for a nice restaurant. Hand prints and glue were still very apparent on the mirrors over the bar.\n\nDon't waste your time unless you just want to try it to say you did. Otherwise their is far better food for much cheaper in Nashville.",
"Loved Sinema! The vibe is great, old school vintage meets modern eclectic. The food was outstanding. We sampled the Pig and Peach as a starter. Main dishes were amazing-lamb and fish. Be sure and check out the upstairs bar-very cool! Will definitely be back!",
"Overpriced for the quality of the food & service. I can pay the same or less and actually have a fine dining experience at Husk, Etch or several other places in town. Also, I'm not convinced the server I had any experience at all...and if I'm paying between $25 & $65 for an entrée, I would really like to have a great & knowledgeable server. Lastly, you should know that if you happen to order your liquor neat, they up charge you without notice.",
"I only done this about twice so far that I went to a restaurant during the first week and was blown away. \n\nSo tonite we decided to just walk in on a Friday nite about 6:45 and get dinner. We were prepared to sit at the bar and eat and that where we ended up. We had had to drinks the daily drink and the bourbon in the corner or something like tthat. Both were stellar. \n\nWell if there is a Pirogi on the menu I am getting it. This was the Pig and peach Pirogi a far cry from the potato i grew up with eating at the church every friday. But it was am good. \n\nWe tried two dishes for dinner the Short Ribs and the Pistachio Chicken. I usually do not order chicken but I Was just in the mood. I cut into the breast which was cook perfectly. Tender!! Moist!! on a bed of creamy rice with some carrots and just the right amount of a glaze that was perfect. The Short Ribs and the sauce with the mushrooms was a perfect combination. I loved the nutty natural flavors of the dish. \n\nBut it cam to desert. I had to skip because i was still on a sugar high from having Jenny's at lunch. LOL\n\nLike I said i Was very impressed with what the chef delivered on day six and being as busy as they were. We checked out the lounge upstairs and it was very nice. I will admit the one down fall is the closest of the down stairs bar to the front door. \n\nBTW, it is not cheap. :) But it was worth it. \n\nGreat Job. It sure is on my list.",
"prices were high for what you get. we ordered almost every appetizer and a few entrees and had very few highlights. Most of the highlights came from dessert...\n\nthe servers were friendly and tried hard.",
"3.5 stars\n\nFood is pretty good, but overpriced for what you get. \n\nWe didn't start off on the right foot--there were some shenanigans: \nThey asked if we wanted bread and butter right when we sat down. After asking, they brought out waters and menus. The first item listed on the menu was \"bread and butter,\" for $12. This was a little sneaky, and erodes trust a bit. We didn't like this trick. Most restaurants offer bread and butter free of charge. The only reason they ask if want them to bring any, is because there's a chance you either don't like or don't want bread (for dietary reasons). If you turn it down, you're doing them a favor, as they won't waste money giving away bread that won't be eaten. \n\nRather than start the meal with a thank you, this trick turns the custom around, and asks the favor of you. \n\nI read another review that said they up-charge you without telling you when you order your whiskey neat, so sneaky might be their MOA. If it is, it won't work guys, there are just too many great restaurants in Nashville for anyone to put up with that bull-donkey. \n\nIt's a really cool atmosphere, especially the approach to the entrance. The exterior gives a great and classy art deco feel. The exterior feels rich. The interior looks good, but the interior does not feel rich. It feels I little bit hollow, like a facade. \n\nAll staff members I encountered were exceedingly nice, and refreshingly sincere. They seem genuinely happy and it's contributes to a positive, friendly atmosphere. This was a big plus. \n\nThey have a good variety of specialty cocktails and an extensive whiskey list.\n\nAs I said earlier the food was pretty good. My wife had an excellent steak and I had the pork chop. The pork chop tasted like autumn. Biting into it immediately transported you from July to late October 31st. \n\nWe didn't try he desserts, but we'll be back, so we'll try dessert next time.",
"I'm perplexed how this menu is so expensive for what you get and lacking the quality to justify the pricing. \n\nLet's start with valet. It's $3. Really? Have you seen a valet that charges these days? Once the attendant got off his cell phone, the guy backed up my husband's luxury vehicle on the curb and barely missed the rim. \n\nOnce we entered, you see a grand staircase, the hostess stand, and a teeny tiny bar with literally like 6 seats and 2- yes 2- hightops. The main dining room looked dark and sleek. The hostess informed us since we did not have reservations it would be nearly 2 hrs. She said we could eat at one of the 2 hightops or go upstairs to the \"concessions.\" We opted for the hightop. \n\nThe menu was a little all over the place. Pierogis, octopus or $12 bread on the \"firsts.\" We started with a licorice salad, supposedly a specialty of the chef. Our server said it was \"weird, but good.\" It came with about 5 small bibb lettuce leaves with dressing drizzled on with a thin and very peppery wafer. To sum up the licorice peppermint dressing- it tasted like Burt's Bees chapstick. No other way to describe it. It was weird alright, and just plain awful. \n\nMoving on to entrees. We decided to share the French Onion Frites, which is a ribeye basically soaked in French Onion soup and topped with gruyere and a side of fries. We had heard about this dish, as well. The meat was so fatty, the cheese on top was just ridiculous. It's a dish that would be more suited at a Western Sizzlin. The fries. I mean how do you F up fries? Beyond words salty. I ate two, and the two I did eat, I gave a good wipe down and they were still the saltiest things I've had in a long time. I told the server who was nice, but definitely screamed new. I said just to pass the info on, no need for new fries. He also said the chef suggests medium well on steaks. Having been a server, I know medium rare is the suggested temp. He said \"oh yeah, my bad, medium rare.\" Gees. \n\nI could go to Kayne Prime and spend less on an amazing cut of meat. Where did these prices come from? They are not in line with the Nashville market. Heck, they're double NYC prices, and the food doesn't live up. Not even close. For sharing what little food we did have for $86+ tip was like throwing money away. We hit up Sweet Cece's aftewards since my husband was still hungry. \n\nOverall- overpriced, lacking quality to justify $ and a menu that needs revamping already."
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"The bar was very clean. The food was great. They had about 10 Tvs. I had a 20 oz steak and three beers and it was $20 with tip.",
"Cool bar with great steaks. The food better then most places for half rhe price.",
"Awesome little tavern. Best grilled ribeye I have eaten. I frequently entertain customers at high end steak houses and I promise the ribeye here is better than any I have had elsewhere. Small selection of draft beers. Bucket special rocks. You can easily have a steak dinner and drink for several hours on a budget.",
"This is my favorite bar in kenna brah! This is the place to go to watch UFC fights! \n\nDrink a few beers, eat some good bar food, play a few games of pool, and kick back! Loads of fun here. The crowd is always cool and laid-back. The bartenders are nice and they have plenty of tvs and games to keep you entertained.",
"Checked this place out one Friday night last month. A bit too loud with the DJ playing live music, but the place was neat with pool tables and a long bar. A very diverse crowd. But better than the daiquiri place down the street as it's a big bigger and can fit more people.",
"WOW! Last week I ate dinner at the diner attached to the same building and this week I went sniffing around for a little more.......and buddy did I find more!!! What an OUTSTANDING Ribeye Steak!!! The baked potato salad was delicious but not as delicious as the delightful steak!\n\nI cannot wait to return!",
"Best potato salad ever!!! And my hamburger was cooked perfectly. My favorite part was how clean the place was. A very friendly, fun atmosphere...definitely going back",
"Wow! I thought no way was I getting a \"best ever\" steak at a bar, I was wrong. The steak was awesome. When I set at the bar and saw the A1&57 setting out I was again thinking if it needs sauce its not going to be any good. But a 20oz for 12.95 and others saying how good it is I had to try it. \n\nYou have a choice between a side salad, potato salad or fries. I went med_rare with fries. Jest before my dinner came out I grabbed the ketchup (I refuse to use A1-57). When my plate came out (again WoW!) it was a great looking steak with seasoned fries. The steak and fries were both so good I didn't even use the the keychup. \nI add my approval of this place.\n\nThank you, to Adam and Sara for a great night!",
"The rib-eye steak was fantastic with their special spices.\n\nYoung guy waiting on our table did OK, but this is a bar, more than a restaurant.\n\nThe \"barmaids\" looked pretty wore out.\n\nThe TVs were super loud.\n\nChoice of beers were good.\n\nThe crowd was on the edge of rough.\n\nThe place looked grungy...the whole place needs a good steam clean and refurbishment.\n\nI doubt I will ever go back.",
"very nice local pub with friendly staff. Went here because I read the rib eye was great and it was. Good quality and cooked perfect to my request. Order the frys that will cost you extra but will be worth it. The potato salad that comes with it was not very good. Walking distance from a few local hotels."
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"When you walk in, right away you smell delicious Chinese food. Their food is flavorful, the sushi is fresh and the service is great, maybe a little slow. Get great deals for good food. Everything looks and tastes fresh, but there is nothing out of the ordinary that gives the restaurant a personality. A super buffet it is, with a large amount of choices. In conclusion, it is not the best but pretty good.",
"If you want a bang for your buck and want asian, chinese, sushi, etc....go here. Could not believe it was so cheap and good. All you can eat! The sushi was super fresh, all you can eat Alaskan Crab Legs, lots of Chinese dishes....the shrimp were very good. I am fussy....and this place passed the test. We went around 9:30 at night and it was clear that they were trying to wind the evening down....there were many serving trays empty or low on food (but the mgr said if there anything we wanted....they would make special for us). Will be back for sure....but I bet we will like it even more if we get there early in the evening when the food had just been put out.",
"This was the best Chinese Buffet I've ever been to. Not the biggest, but the best. You cannot beat the price. I satisfied my cravings for Chinese food and sushi. They had fresh tasty sushi, soups, desserts, and cold cold beer. \n\nMy wife and I had lunch for $16.00. Delicious.",
"My poor grandmother brought my mom, grandfather and I to this place because she had a buy 1 buffet, get 1 free coupon. Why do I say poor grandmother? Because she had no idea how horribly bad this place was going to be and how much we all would complain and make fun of it! \n\nThe first thing we noticed entering the buffet were ridiculous signs posted everywhere saying they had the right to charge you for uneaten food and that if you wanted the \"all you can eat crab legs\" (which were just single unappetizing looking legs, not clusters, as part of the buffet) it was like an extra $6 or so. Not very inviting. \n\nThe next thing that was evident was the poor service. We hardly got a greeting, were lead to our seats, and then left wondering if we could get up and start the buffet. Then came the worst Chinese food I (actually all of us) ever ever had! Oh, there were plenty of selections and quantities out, however everything that I sampled was so overcooked, dry, tough and tasteless that it was just embarrassing. The soup had oil sheens on top and did not taste how it was supposed to (just gross!) The ribs had just a crusty finish to the bone (no meat), the Hunan chicken you couldn't even stick your fork through it because it was so hard, the roast beef (you cut yourself with a weapon) was dry and tasteless... I could just go on and on. We couldn't stop laughing as we questioned each other, \"oh, how is that?\" and we would just push our plate aside with all the food left on it shaking our heads saying DISGUSTING. The only edible things were the \"doughnuts\", chicken and mushrooms, and I would say the sushi which I did have a few pieces of, however they weren't labeled and because of the poor quality of everything else in the buffet, I personally questioned how fresh it really was and did not go back for seconds. Since my mom also had some sushi, I guess it was the mussels in garlic sauce that made me spend an hour in the bathroom when we got home. \n\nSo now it's the end of our meal, and thank goodness they did not charge us for \"uneaten food\" because that's all that was left on our plates. We bypassed the hard-looking pastries for dessert and was happy to find they had an ice-cream cooler. How can they mess up ice-cream in a carton, right? Oh, but they did! So gross, they had the ice-cream scoops in this NASTY container of brown water (seriously the vision of it now is tempting me to gag) and the ice-cream had this gross water apparently frozen on top of portions of it from people using those scoops. After our check was brought to us, I had asked for another refill on my drink (which each time I needed one, it took forever and a day to get) and they finally bring me out a half-full glass of my beverage with no ice in it! REALLY?!? They didn't even get the bill right using my grandmother's coupon, but my grandparents didn't care to argue the point, they just wanted to get out of the place. As we were leaving we asked each other, \"so... on a scale of 1-10, what would you rate this place?\" Each of us agreed on a NEGATIVE 10. It was just really that bad!!! \n\nP.S. For the life of me I can not comprehend why there are good reviews on this place. My visit took place in late September of this year. Is it possible that I entered some alternate dimension as I walked through \"Oriental Super-bad Buffet\"'s doors? I wouldn't risk going back to find out. Wish Yelp would let you rate a place 0 stars.",
"It's the best Chinese American buffet in the bay easily. Fast service and the food comes out regularly, fresh, and tasty.",
"Have eaten here dozens of times for lunch and never had a bad meal...its my 1st choice to eat here when i'm in the area...peanut chichen and the big chicken wings are is the best here...the poster that said that the service is bad must have been thinking of another place..after all it is a buffet...maybe he thinks they are suppose to bring him the food to the table....don't know but they are always quick on picking up the used plates and filling up the drinks...check it out",
"Update:\n12/20/11\nPrevious sushi disappointment now resolved. Felt much better finding each piece quite cold, as room temp sushi doesn't inspire confidence. Lots of sushi choices, all very flavorful, now food scores a 5 on a buffet scale. \n\n\nUpdate:\n10/10/11\nStopped by Oriental Super Buffet today for lunch. As another reviewer has written, OSB has undergone a huge renovation. There literally isn't a single surface in the entire restaurant that hasn't been upgraded substantially, from the ceiling/walls/floors/tables to the serving tables, a new sushi bar and hibachi grill. Even the entrance to the restaurant has been upgraded with a substantial exterior porch & woodwork and interior entrance with a huge rock waterfall flowing into a pond that has steam rising out of it. Overall the tasteful, contemporary design with historical/cultural Chinese references creates an atmosphere that's a large step above the old building and most Chinese buffets I've ever been to.\n\nAs for the food, what used to be small section of a serving table of sushi choices is now a display about 30' long with 20 different items, all prepared by a full-time sushi chef that closely monitors the appearance and cleanliness. I sampled about 8 different sushi, and found about half of them good, but not great, the others average. And a good part of the reason for that was for some reason the trays of sushi, even though they sat on abundant heaps of ice, didn't keep them as cool as I like, nor as I recall they used to be. I seem to recall before they placed the sushi on on a type of china or hard white platters what would get very cold on the ice, and now I think they're on plastic trays which just get cool instead of cold. At least that's my theory. As much as I wanted to get excited about such a varied selection, it was the only disappointment of the meal.\n\nThe hibachi grill was manned full-time and was very busy with orders being served up quickly. The buffet now includes fresh mussels and clams, both a nice addition the holdover of mountains of boiled peel & eat shrimp on beds of ice that I could never and still can't resist.. OSB's previous quality/quantity of fish/seafood dishes always attracted me, and the selection is better than ever. All of the old standard dishes seem to be on the line, along with a few additions, one of which was Mongolian beef that I found mildly spicy and very flavorful...probably my favorite. Other bright spots were black pepper shrimp and a crab dish that had huge chunks of crab under a layer of melted cheese. Very good. There are adequate salad and desert bars, along with a fruit bar that had large quantities of fresh kiwi that were absolutely delicious., \n\nWhen we didn't see the smiling owner who was always there in greeting us by name I found it a little odd. I ended up chatting with another diner who said he had passed away, and the new owner decided to immediately renovate before taking over. The new owner was a commanding presence in the way he monitored the status and cleanliness of the serving tables and attention the wait staff gave us. More than once I saw him call one of the staff working the serving tables to thoroughly clean their counters and refill steam trays of food. Under his gaze there was very little that escaped his attention, which gave me confidence about the food.\n\nThe flavor and food quality is still there, and the prices are still good ($7.99 lunch/$11.99 dinner, and an additional 20% off promotion for the grand re-opening.). Even drinks are reasonably priced at $1.50. For the ~$6.50 price I paid or even $8 regularly, it's a great value. While I always loved the old OSB, it's apparent it's now in very capable hands that have set a high standard for quality and should maintain it. I've been to bigger Chinese buffets, but very few that have OSB's quality.\n\nThe renovation upgrade bumps my score up a notch, and on my Pinellas Chinese buffet scale, OSB now gets 5's for atmosphere, service, and value, but the sushi disappointment dropped the food to a 4.\n\n\n9/7/11\nBest chinese buffet I've had in Clearwater area, and I've eaten here for years at all hours with family and friends, and brought staff here for private meals in the large side dining/meeting room that can be closed off. The food quality is always very good for a buffet, with a wide variety of dishes that are refreshed regularly. They have cold boiled shrimp, and some sushi choices (it's far from the best sushi I've ever had, but better than most buffet sushi I've tasted).\n\nRestaurant interior is very nice and clean, and service is consistently prompt and attentive. The restaurant is temporarily closed right now for upgrades (the sign outside says they're adding a hibachi grill), but should reopen very soon. Give 'em a call to make sure they're open.\n\nIf you're in the mood for a chinese buffet, definitely check it out. My scores, based on a \"buffet scale\" are:\n\nAtmosphere: 4\nFood: 4\nService: 4\nValue: 5",
"This place must have gone under some sort of renovation because we had a 20% grand re-opening discount on our bill! \n\nAmbience:\nThe first thing we noticed when we walked into the restaurant was the cool yellow glowing lights around the buffet tables. Look up and you'll see a wavy ceiling with blue neon lights. Very fancy contemporary decor for a chinese buffet. Five stars.\n\nFood:\nThe food was just as you'd expect from any chinese buffet. It is very similar to that of Country Super Buffet and Golden Wok in Largo. Plenty of choices but nothing spectalular. They've got sushi and a hibachi grill in addition to the regular chinese food. Three and a half stars.\n\nService:\nNo complaints here. It's a buffet so you can't expect too much interaction with the staff. We were seated as soon as we entered the restaurant. Our dirty plates were cleared by the time we got back to the table. We got our check promptly at the end of dessert. Four and a half stars.\n\n\nConclusion:\nThis place gets four stars from me. Great ambience and decent all-you-can-eat chinese food at a fair price!",
"I've been going here for awhile because of the parents and I must say it's just like any other Chinese buffet. It was probably better than the worse because we would always return or is it because its the only one in the area? Hmmm!\n\nWell I use to go for lunch when I was taking classes at SPC and it was super cheat for the lunch hour buffet. The food was pretty good since it was fresh and doesn't sit there for awhile (for a fact) because this place was always super busy. Lunch and dinner hours are packed so if you will, Come during those packed hours for fresher food!\n\nAfter the whole renovation I must say this place looks amazing. It's dim lit and is really clean now. The food is very similar to other Chinese buffets but what else do you want? Reason you're going to a Chinese buffet is to get the typical \"Chinese buffet\" food.\n\nThe food is pretty good. When I don't have time to dine in I would go get some take out and they charge per the lb. I probably save more sitting down and eat but they do serve some pretty good food that I rather eat than other Take Out Chinese places. You can also pick what you want and how much you want to buy.",
"Fresh, great service, great food, big selection. Price was a little high at 15 dollars on a Saturday for food and a drink."
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"Ijji 2 just recently opened. They have a store in Sparks as well.\n\nThis place is where Chevy's used to be. \n\nThe building has been redone and it looks AMAZING inside.\n\nThe Sushi is awesome, especially the black tiger roll. wow....yummy.\n\nWe had a chance to come back in later that night because they have Teppanyaki/Hibachi....I highly recommend the Filet and Shrimp!",
"Wow Reno has a great new Japanese Steakhouse. My wife and I decided to try the Teppanyaki style tables where the chef cooks right in front of you and puts on a bit of a show. the service was very attentive and the chef was funny and did a wonderful job. Five other people joined our table and it was fun talking with them. We exchanged business cards at the end of the meal so that was a bonus too. I highly recommend this new restaurant. i saw too that if one goes for lunch the prices which were reasonable for dinner are discounted at lunch by about 40%. Yummy.",
"Drove by ijji 2 about a week ago and stopped in a few days later to try it. I was very impressed with the decor and lay out. I like it much better than sparks ijji. I tried quite a few things on the menu as this menu is a little different from the sparks ijji. Everything was very good. Very fresh fish. Very friendly and helpful staff. This may be my new favorite sushi spot.",
"I would highly recommend this restaurant. The sushi is amazing and the service cannot be touched. On my first visit the sushi did take a little longer than I wanted it to but given it was only the second day they were open it wasn't that bad. In the recent I sat at the Hibachi table. The cook was friendly and entertaining. Service was great.",
"Wow! Not only does this place have innovative sushi rolls (let's face it, nearly every sushi bar in Reno has the same thing), but the customer service is AMAZING! Friendly, attentive, gracious and all about providing an oustanding dining experience from start to finish. An added bonus is the gorgeous decor.\n\nLooking forward to coming back often. Hats off to this place. Love, love, love!",
"All-You-Can-Eat Sushi. My friend and I wanted to gorge ourselves for cheap and we did. And it was delish.\n\nBut I was a smidge bothered. You see, the sushi chefs were pretty nice - but awfully giggly. They kept making us \"special\" rolls, all the while laughing to each other and speaking Spanish. They just kept telling us \"hold on, wait for this special roll\" and \"he is making you a very special roll... five more minutes for another special roll...\" My friend and I came to the conclusion that they were giving us all of the old crusty fish that they dropped on the floor because we looked like idiots that couldn't understand Spanish and don't know what fresh fish tastes like. Or they were just giggly ass mofo's who get creative with sushi. I didn't throw up two hours later, and that's the important part.",
"Dont go especially if you have kids the service was okay, but the wait was horrible! 30 minutes in between orders?! Its wasn't busy at all since we went in at 4pm on a Friday. When we finally received our order there was a big black hair in our food! What a waste of money even with a tiny discount (we didnt make a sceen, we told them what was wrong and went on our way).",
"Went for lunch with my wife and was massively disappointed. The fish was mediocre and the rice bland but the real let down was the craftsmanship. None of the rolls were put together with any skill or care. Kind of slapped together with speed being the only concern. Also the amount and type of teriyaki sauce used was gross. Any time a roll called for it, the stuff was drowning the poor roll. The only thing tasted was this nasty sweetness. The teriyaki sauce was like corn syrup with a dash of sauce soy. Foul to say the least. The mussels were bland and overcooked. Our chef overall seemed more concerned about the table orders. The waitress seemed a bit under trained and never said a thing when she would reach in from behind to grab dishes. I guess I will have to make the trip to the lake to get some decent fish. \n\nReno/Sparks continues to disappoint.",
"Outstanding food, service, and experience!\n\nSaw the grand opening sign and had to check it out. Seeing it was a \"steakhouse\" and not just a sushi bar, I was expecting we would sit at a table and get some beef yakuniku or something. Asked if we wanted sushi or hibachi, we chose hibachi. Escorted past the regular tables, we were seated around a Teppanyaki grill. Yay, it's nice to have an option in town besides Ichiban in a downtown casino! Easy access and a nice atmosphere.\n\nService was perfect. Waiter and chef were both extremely personable with a great sense of humor. The chef put on a great show, and the food was excellent!\n\nThis will always be a go to place when we have out of town guests to entertain. I hope they do well.",
"I have been here several times and the sushi is great. Sometimes it can seem like you are being rushed but I get that in any sushi place I go. Tonight I tried the hibachi, it is a great change of pace to not have to go through a smoke filled casino to enjoy this type of food. I had the Kobe & Lobster. Great is all I can say."
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"This place is just awesome! I've had a few different dishes there and every single one of them was outstanding. My wife recommends the Prickly Pear Margarita.\n\nIt's a bit of a drive if you're not in the Oracle area but it's well worth it.",
"Had heard excellent things about this restaurant so maybe I went into my recent dining experience with inflated expectations. Had the Cowboy Sandwich and fries while my dining comrade tried the potroast sandwich. Maybe it was our selections, but I found the sandwiches to be average. The fries were undercooked and the cornbread mini-muffins were dried out. IMO, there are better sandwich places in the area, including Baggins and Metro Grill.",
"My experience here was terrific! My wife had been here once on business and when we went to Tucson for vacation she said we had to make a stop. It was great. Very good drinks, friendly service and good food. The bread we had to start with when we sat down was good, the drinks we ordered were very good and the dinner itself was great and very filling. I had the Western Fajitas which while not too original, were cooked perfectly. I don't recall what my wife had but I do remember she loved it and ate every bit. I would of given Hifalutin 4 stars for the food and one extra star for the price.",
"This was once one of my favorites, however, my rating dropped from 5 to 2 stars simply due to the pricing and portions on many dishes. \n\nThe food is really great, but the prices on many dishes are way more than they should be. Overpriced Salads that leave you hungry and hour later. My old favorite was the cobb, until they 86ed most of the chicken, egg, bacon, mixed greens, blue cheese and carrot : all the things that actually made the cobb salad a great pick. Not anymore. \n\nDon't even think of the Chopped Tomato Basil Salad as a meal despite its $8.75 cost; it is a mere side salad with a high price. Half a rack of ribs for $17! Whole rack $23. Only good rib deal is wednesdays when they offer all-u-can-eat. But who wants to do that anymore? Lunch pasta $13. $15 for pot roast. Eek! That is why we stopped eating those dishes too. Beans as a side? Not a good idea either. As inexpensive as pintos are, this place treats them like caviar and serves a ridulously small portion (maybe a third cup) inside a unhealthy and tasteless fried tortilla shell. The beans have a wonderful taste, you just want more than a couple spoonfuls. \n\nSandwiches are fairly priced as is the filet. Blue corn muffins are usually primo, but they are sometimes dry. Service is always exceptional. The staff and management are a delight. \n\nToo bad they are so unfair with pricing and portions on so many dishes. Greed has overwhemed good sense and fairness. If you eat here, choose very carefully or you'll be hungry and poorer than you were an hour before.",
"Eh,\n\nMy Wife and I were/are big fans of Baggins from our days at the UofA (20 + years ago).\n\nWe were in town and hit Baggins for lunch and learned about the opening of Hifalutin so we thought we would give it a try. \n\nIn short - really average. The food was just ok. The service was also just ok.",
"Dined there last evening, on a hot summer night. We had the mexican shrimp and the spinach salad. Both were delicious and would go back there again. They did have $3.50 margaritas, so I ordered the Mango margarita. Unfortunately, it was soooo sweet, I had to exchange it for a regular margarita, which was very good.",
"You want Ribs? \nHifalutin is the place to go. I'm not sure if you're gonna get better than here. (In Tucson area) \nWe went for all the Ribs you can eat. Though we only had two rounds, every suck & bite was bursting with flavor. The string beans that accompanied them were so fresh with a snapped & very simple olive oil & garlic. \nThe atmosphere is very home-down comfortable. \nOur Waiter was very kind & charming, but we found him a bit inattentive, hence only 4 stars.",
"Decent food, very good service, and cozy western decor sum up Hifalutin. My Midwestern father and his buddy wanted steak and potatoes so we tried a familiar place I've driven by hundreds of times. Hifalutin certainly satisfied their palates and stuffed their bellies. I tried both of their steaks and agreed that they were tasty. Personally, I found the menu to be bland and just not my \"style\". However, my father and his buddy absolutely adored their meals. To each their own...",
"We went here based on the reviews. Seeing how this restaurant is #2 out of all of the restaurants in Tucson, we expected a 5 star experience. The only thing 5 star was the atmosphere. Our service was almost nonexsistent. I think our actual server only came to the table 3 times (voluntarily) throughout the entire 2 hours we were there. Since everybody raves about the mini cornbread muffins, we were excited to get them. We only got them when we got our steaks and we had to ask for them (I would rate them 5 star...yummy)\nNow for the food: appetizer (potato skins) were very good. We had 2 ribeyes and 1 sirloin. The asparagus and bakers were excellent. The steaks, were not so great. We are all steak lovers and consider ourselves connoisseurs. All the steaks were cooked as ordered. However, the ribeyes (medium rare) were chewy and definitely NOT melt in your mouth. The sirloin (ordered medium) was very dry and ate like a steak that was ordered well done.\nMy advice: give it a try, but don't order steak.",
"horrible!! long wait, bad service, & food is semi-decent but definitely NOT worth the price!! Taste of Texas on cortaro/thornydale is so much better (don't waste your time at this place!)."
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"So, it's a chain with all the authenticity of Applebee's... but they handle large parties well and the place (in the basement of a historic building on Laclede's Landing) is interesting. The food is both consistent and predictable.\n\nSo, 4 stars in context. By no means should couples or tourists in small groups consider this an endorsement over any of the numerous more original places within walking distance.",
"Great hidden treasure in downtown St. Louis. Great family resturant or for a night on the town. Fresh, well cooked food. Fabulous Pasta and bread.",
"My dad and my sister are borderline obsessed with Old Spaghetti Factory restaurants. There, I said it. Me, i merely think they're good, cheap food. Seriously, though, he'll seek them out in any town he's in, and she used to drive 8 hours from Montana to get dinner at one. I mean, it's good spaghetti and all, but whoa, dude. And last week when we were wandering St. Louis, my dad was appalled at the thought that it might have closed, ranting at the injustice of it all after it didn't show up on a map. His relief that it was still open was equally palpable.\n\nBut don't let my bewilderment at that sell this place short. It's really good food, in some neat old-warehouse type locations (especially this one in St. Louis), with decent portions, salad, bread, and dessert all-inclusive at a pretty low price, particularly for downtown locations. These places are especially good for kids, too; if you're taking them out to a ball game or the science museum or something, this is an ideal way to get those mouths fed.",
"I just had the most unpleasant downtown St. Louis lunch experience I can remember having. Our adventure began by making reservations by phone, and being informed of when they could seat us.\n\nAfter arriving on time for our reservation, we had to wait another 15 minutes. It was another 15 minutes before we even got to *place* our order, and a full 45 more minutes - an hour at the table - until our food even got there. When it did, one of the orders was wrong, and most of the rest of the food was cold. Meanwhile, the whole table was drinking only water, and our dinky little glasses got refilled once in that entire wait.\n\nAfter sitting at the table for an hour and a half, we finally got our checks - they were nice enough to split it and spare us any automatic gratuity, which is why they held onto that second star. That, and our server was really rather polite. But we were there for a total of two and a half hours at lunch, for crying out loud.\n\nIt's obvious that the only reason so much went wrong is because they were understaffed. But being understaffed isn't an excuse for cold food and an immense wait on a Friday lunch.",
"one of those family kid friendly places -- almost a prerequisite.\ncommercialized dishes, nothing extraordinary.\ncool interior, liked the antiques.",
"Mmmmmm!! I really wish we had an OSF in San Antonio! I miss their Italian style meatloaf and their awesome lasagna! I loved smelling the bread as soon as I'd walk in...\n\nAnd then after stuffing my face full of their wonderful food, a walk by the river always topped off the evening.",
"I hate to say it but I am really dissapointed with this place. I used to be a big fan. They used to have amazing fettuccine alfredo. Now it tasts prepackaged and uneventful. So the last time I went I ordered something different. I got the chicken marsala. SO disappointing. It was the saddest little chicken marsala I ever did see. \n\nThe good points of this place is location, atmosphere, and the bread and butter. You can't beat Lacledes Landing for a location. Its an amazing place to just walk thru. As for atmosphere, I love the trolley car in the middle of the restaraunt and the booths made out of beds, the awesome staircase. Its a grand place to eat in. The bread is a hearty loaf that comes on a carving board with oh so yummy garlic butter. It was the highlight of my meal. \n\nWe did call ahead so our wait time wasn't even five minutes on a saturday night. The food arrived quickly and our waitress was decent. Go once and form your own opinions.",
"It all began when I discovered our reservation for 10 had been given away. We were running 15 minutes late so I called ahead, but apparently when I spoke to the manager upon arriving, this call never occurred. After this, I was determined to go elsewhere, but my best friend who loves Italian and was visiting home from Vegas, had her heart set on this childhood favorite. So I caved...I'm such a sucker.\n\nThe manager did scrounge up a table for us pretty quickly (maybe it was the laser looks we were giving him), and we were introduced to the best part of the restaurant: our waiter. This guy was so cheerful and animated he immediately brightened everyone's mood, despite the murky-looking water and completely lackluster food. \n\nThe interior of the restaurant is gorgeous, with high, beamed ceilings and a plush lounge. But the best part, the waiter, stood on a chair to sing me happy birthday and got the whole restaurant involved. No, it wasn't my birthday. Not that we faked it or anything, but for some reason he asked us who had the most recent one, which happened to be me. Guess he felt like giving out free desserts. Anyway, this normally would have made my cheeks burn (which it did a little), but it was all in good fun and we ended up experiencing a pretty good end to a pretty crappy beginning.",
"We took a group of more than 20 teenagers here for an 8:30 p.m. reservation. We arrived piecemeal after 9 p.m. and we were treated like royalty. The food is predictable and generous, but it was the service that impressed me. And the reasonable prices! \nNot one of our Los Angeles born-and-bred teens had eaten at an Old Spaghetti Factory before - and I'm not sure many would go back. But the server saved the day by providing speedy meals for our horde.",
"Another trip to St. Louis, another review of a St. Louis restaurant. I've got to admit this travel thing has gotten old, and quick. Not that St. Louis has bad food, because it doesn't.\n\nAnyways, being rather tired for a LATE flight into town the night prior I decided to keep things close to my hote. Seeing as I always stay at the Gateway Arch Hampton, restaurants in the Landing are quite close. Old Spaghetti Factory is one of the few places at this point I have not been to down there.\n\nAt first I didn't realize that this is a chain, but then I remember a long time ago I had been to the one in Columbus OH. As usual when I am in St. Louis I sat at the bar, alone; which, normally I would say that is a big indicator of a restaurant, but it always seems that these places are slow when I am in town. I ordered the lasagna which came with a house salad and bread. The salad honestly was your typical Dole straight out of a bag lettuce mix and there was NO flavor to the dressing. When I get caesar dressing on my salad I want that signature tang that caesar dressing should have; this dressing was boring and muted, no tang, no garlic, nothing. On the menu, it said the lasagna was baked, and always fresh. I got the feeling that this stuff was something similar to the Stouffer's lasagna you can buy in the grocery store. The ricotta was dry, and much like the salad there really wasn't a whole lot of flavor to it. The only real saving grace to my whole meal was the two pints of Schlafly Heffeweisen I had. For a town that gets lot's of attention because of Anheiuser (yuck) it amazes me that you don't hear much/anything about this beer elsewhere, they brew some AMAZING beer, so much so a buddy of mine from back home keeps asking me to bring a case back with me each time I'm down here.\n\nI'm half tempted to give this place a two, but the bartender who served me last night was very nice, and friendly so I'll give it a three. That being said I don't imagine myself making a return trip to any Spaghetti Factory."
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"I stumbled upon this gem just last week but since I am wondering how I survived without it! Sweet Jazmine's boasts a cute little storefront that also gives you a view of the bakers baking away in the back room. Sweet Jazmine's is probably most famous for its wedding cakes, but they apply the same attention to detail to their muffins, cupcakes and cheesecakes too. A cupcake (the best were the chocolate chip pound cake with chocolate buttercream icing and chocolate with buttercream icing covered in chocolate ganache) runs about $2.50, which is a pretty good price considering they are absolutely delicious. If you get a chance, also try their huge muffins! Among the traditional corn and blueberry flavors are some oddities (but yummies) like sweet potato. Sweet Jazmine's definitely gives you a lot for the money, in both quantity AND quality, which is rare for bakeries these days. 6 cupcakes, a muffin and a frozen lemonade set me back exactly $20 dollars.",
"To be fair, I have tried Sweet Jasmine's only one time and have not tried their wedding cakes. I bought a variety of cupcakes. To my taste they were overly sugary and not really moist like a cupcake should be. I gave them the benefit of the doubt and 3 stars, but the cupcakes were definitely 2 stars.",
"Spent an inordinate amount of time trying to find a great tasting birthday cake from a place that isn't trying to be Ace of Cakes (and charge prices to match). All signs pointed to Sweet Jazmines... and the 2 cakes we got for my mom's birthday party were definite crowd pleasers. Everyone loved the cakes & we got lots of comments that it was the first time that the cake part was actually memorable. The chocolate mousse cake was amazing.",
"We got our wedding cake from Sweet Jazmine's and were thrilled. Beyond delicious. The tasting was really fun too. Their building is a converted house, and the showroom is the front porch (closed-in). Very cute! Friendly service, and extremely accommodating. Plus, delivered our cake to our venue for not too much money at all. Guests were happy, we were happy--perfect.",
"my mother surprised me with a custom cake creation from sweet jazmines ages ago for my 21st birthday. she called in from the other side of the country and spoke with chef kim. together, they created an absolutely delicious combination!\n\nit was a yellow cake laced with rum and white butter cream. the cake was beautifully decorated with blue flowers. it was so beautiful, none of my friends wanted to eat it!\n\nmy mom originally planned to have one of my friends pick it up, but that plan failed. i ended up having to pick up my own cake...!! when i got there, chef kim was kind enough to show me around shop! she is an incredibly sweet woman!\n\nif you're ever in need of a sweet treat or a one-of-a-kind creation to sweetly stimulate the taste buds, this is your place! you won't be disappointed with the quality and beauty in every bite!",
"I can't rave enough about this bakery. They did my wedding cake and I'm still getting compliments on not only how beautiful it was but how delicious it was. We told Kim our theme and our vision for our big day and she brought it to life. They were also able to combine my love for chocolate with one of my hubby's loves: sweet potatoes. I wasn't your \"bridezilla\", but I wanted things a certain way and the owner was so patient and friendly that she really put me at ease. I also tried the bananna fosters cheesecake and fell in love. Great shop!",
"I buy a cake here every month for my office. Delicious and beautifully made. Staff is accommodating.\n\nYesterday when I was picking up my cake I also got a just-out-of-the-oven-warm lemon-iced blueberry muffin. Shoved it in my face and drank coffee (Starbucks Italian, of course, thanks for asking) on the way to the office. Really, really great way to start a work day.\n\nBetter than Clays, my prior favorite.",
"I'm a pretty great amateur baker, and while I love the cakes from Clay's, their cookies and baked munchies leave much to be desired. I was at the red light near Sweet Jazmine's last week and turned on impulse to try a nibble from them. I talked to an employee about brownies; she was very patient and answered my questions and gave feedback. I selected the Irish Cream one with chippies on top. It was very good at home, warmed up. A little light on the Bailey's flavor, but a very good fudgy brownie with a slight crust on top.\n\nNow today I picked up a slice of their Chocolate Wow cake, which was 3 or 4 layers of chocolate cake different naughty fillings: a tan creamy one, a Kahlua one, a thick ganache one, and maybe one other. Oh my gosh, it is DIVINE! $3.75 gets you a very generous slice. I eat a lot of sweets and am pregnant, and I am having to take little breaks before I can finish it all! SO GOOD. I'll be back to try some other flavors.",
"I recently had a piece of cake from Sweet Jasmine's (after dinner at Fellini Cafe-Berwyn). Wow! It was great! My first trip to Sweet Jasmine's left me unimpressed. But I think I need to go back and try some more.",
"I love this place! I never liked cheesecake before I went there, but it's different than any other kind. My favorite is a chocolate chip with chocolate mousse and cream cheese frosting on top but they'll do anything - they have lots of hidden cheesecake flavors if you ask. Ever since I found out about it while walking past I'm addicted. Very bad place to go if you're on a diet ;) and on weekends they usually have samples of their famous Sweet Potato muffins. The owner's been on the 10! show I think and QVC as well I believe. Family owned and operated and the owner's son is the inspiration for the logo!\nThey do beautiful wedding cakes and lots of other things too. Their tastings are $10 (but you get the price back in the wedding cake if you use them!) and consultations are free. They're extremely friendly too!\nStop by some time and you won't regret it (unless it's swimsuit season)."
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"Bland atmosphere. Its a room with a bunch of tables. Hey, the mocha I got there was pretty good, but I don't goto cafes for the drinks, so I didn't really care. \nIf there's no reason to sit there, theres no real reason to go.\n\nYou are much better off going up the street to Chapter House Cafe, which is a thousand times better.",
"To The Bean:\n\nIn the wee hours of the early morn' as I stumbled toward's my 9:40 Philosophy of Law class, the Bean came into view. Like a substandard oasis in a really crappy desert, the Bean offered me what I needed most at the time: caffeine and lots of it. An iced coffee was on the menu and in order to give it that much needed boost, I had them dump a shot of espresso in it as well.\n\nThe oldhead conspiracy theorists chat about economic downturn and the reliability of investment in precious metals. The big windows make a virtual cinematic experience out of the zoo that is South Street. All in all the Bean provides a necessary addition to SS-- an in-and-out coffee joint that allows me to spend my Java dime in a place other than Starbucks. For that, I am thankful.",
"I was foolish to leave Cafe Ole. Searching for warmer pastures, I ventured out in the 18 degree weather with hopes of finding \"my\" coffee shop. I walked with my head buried in my jacket down 5th street, and then to South, with nothing on the horizon. Eventually my eyes lifted and were cut with the brisk wind. Through tears I saw the outline of a giant coffee cup. This was my destination. This is where I was meant to be. This will be my haven from the cold. This...this place sucks. I ducked my head in the tiny shop, took one look at the hard, silver Ikea chairs, and quickly realized that Bean Cafe must appeal to the take-out crowd, because there is no reason to pull up a seat for this ambiance. After checking out some of the art I turned and faced my nemesis Old Man Winter once again.",
"The only real reason you should be headed here is to chat with neighbors while sitting outside at the sidewalk tables.\n\nCoffee was okay (Philadelphia Java is two blocks down and way better) and they have a limited selection of food.\n\nhowever, its always great to visit non-Starbucks places and enjoy what smaller companies have to offer.",
"I will never go here again. \n\nI decided to stop in for a cup of coffee. When I got in line, the cashier was finishing up with a customer. Instead of greeting me after the person in front of me left the counter, the cashier turned, walked to the register and began counting her drawer slowly. I stood there for over a minute. \n\nThe cash register is not even two feet from the counter. Not once did she say, \"I will be right with you\" or \"Just a minute.\" She was so rude and deliberately did not say anything to me. I was so appalled that I turned around and walked out.",
"It's been my old school coffee house for so many years, and it will always be a go to spot for me. But there are definitely a lot of up and coming coffee spots in the area that are so much better (Chapter House, Bean Exchange, Philly Java). and age hasn't really been good to The Bean, or its South Street spot in general.\nOverall I've never had any trouble with the staff (unlike some of the other people who set foot in it apparently). The Coffee can be pretty good, and it's a good spot for conversation. it also has a huge free flier/publication space, and some fun art to look at.",
"this place used to be excellent, with good employees and great coffee. now, hmmm. the owner isn't so savy i think and the shop was way better before she bought it (ten years ago now, ugh). it used to have a piano and be a pleasant place to chill. now, i go in, deal with some moron and get out. booo! go to chapterhouse, so f'ing good and a great atmosphere still.",
"Heath Bar latte was good. Way cheaper than NYC.\n\nIt was a little dark in there but we just purchased and continued on our way down south street.\n\nThe guy working was really helpful and told my boyfriend that he could make anything he wanted vegan for him and just to make the call which I thought was really helpful and nice.\n\nId go again, then again it was my first and only experience.",
"i like this place because they sell some really good tea. i also like how they let you occupy their seat/table for hours. they have wi fi and they sell odwalla juices. they also have like 3 outside tables and various newspapers. the people in there are pretty friendly and its definitely a cool place to chill.\ngranted there are other local places that have much better coffee.",
"The thin, middle-ager maiden with hair of magnesium runs the place, along with her golden sleepy sidekick who always lay out in front of the \"bar\" for crowd control... with the assorted non-talented kooks who stride in to self-fanfare, I feel real safe with the behaved pooch!\n\nWhat a day when something outside gets his attention! He roars to life and bellows deep, DEEP - until someone takes him off the leash and shows him the outside world. Today it was leftover Ritt Square wreaths decorations, an awful shiny grey plastic, which were being attached to the lamposts. Other times it is a loudmouth who bumps his way in and betrays his lack of importance in deed and tone\n\nOnce in a while a decent pencil/pen sketcher sits at front window table drawing RUSH-era nutty fantasy drawings circ 1979... he seems happy if duly medicated\n\nLess than half of the people ever have a laptop, almost all the rest read or hit on the proprietora\n\nThis keepa happily obliges most conversation attempts - she has a filofax of stories from S Street going back like 20-25 yrs... or so her addition makes it seem... some tales are taller than others\n\nO Yes - the coffee is usually quite OK, bathroom downstairs is life-threatening - and the cocoa quite good.... entertainment!"
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"An amazing value. The Thai soup was great. The burger sliders were tasty. Everything is made on site so the ingredients are fresh and you always know what you are eating. This place deserves to succeed. Go and enjoy.",
"My wife and I have been waiting for this cafe to open and our wait was definitely worth it. This is a family run cafe with a decidedly European vibe. The wide variety of coffees, espressos, etc., blend perfectly with a varied breakfast and lunch menu. We recently shared a satisfying prosciutto and fig jam sandwich on fantastic middle eastern bread. It was accompanied by home made chips that were great. Really, this is a little cafe that you should try. You'll be pleasantly surprised at all the unique, reasonably priced breakfast and lunch offerings. And, everything is homemade and tummy warming. Right at the Ft. Washington train station (the old ticket office).",
"This place is unbelievable. THE best breakfast I have ever had. All fresh. All made to order. Fantastic lattes. Homemade sausage. Low prices. I don't know how they can serve food this good at these prices. Try it. We will go nowhere else.",
"This place is truly a hidden gem. It's a tiny place charmingly located inside the old ticket office at the Fort Washington train station. Turn in where it says \"Ft. Washington village\" just south of the Septa sign on Bethlehem Pike. \n\nThe food is super tasty, locally sourced, and cooked fresh to order. Their breads are from Baker St. Bakery and they bake their own desserts! I've done brunch on weekends and always been happy. Highlights are yummy bacon, egg, and cheese on a brioche bun, the best chicken salad sandwich I've had in recent memory, and fantastic home fries. Interesting specials which I have yet to try are usually available. Oh, and incredibly reasonable prices too.\n\nWe need this place to succeed!",
"Just had mussels, southern chicken sandwich and Caesar salad with prosciutto with exotic lattes. It was great. This place just opened; food is excellent; price is excellent. The restaurant is family owned and run and they are very nice.",
"Absolutely delicious. Small, charming spot located in the old Ft. Washington train station. Menu is creative and wide-ranging with extremely fresh ingredients and very reasonable prices. Staff was welcoming and friendly. Can't wait to go back to continue working my way down the menu! You won't be sorry you made the stop.",
"It seems that the local train stations attract great little restaurants. The Hungry Bear Cafe is tucked into the old ticket office at the Fort Washington Train station. The best access is off of Bethlehem Pike just before the train bridge if you are going north. If you park in the main train station lot you need to use the tunnel under the tracks to make your way over to the restaurant. The dining area is small but not crowed and has about six tables. A large chalk board hangs on the wall behind the front counter and displays the current specials.\n\nI've been watching their specials on Facebook and they always have something unique to offer. On the day I was here the specials were Catfish Sliders and a Calamari Pasta. I couldn't decide what I wanted so I just ordered a burger. \n\nMy choice was a good one! The burger patty was made with hand ground beef mixed with short rib. It was served on an ever so soft brioche bun with caramelized onions, lettuce and tomato. You get to pick a side and I went with the red skin potato salad. The potato salad was not like any I've had before. Bacon, pee's and a honey mustard / balsamic vinegar concoction really worked well together. I added a drink and my total was about $8.50. \n\nI like to label myself as a burger connoisseur and I have to say this one ranks up there with some of my favorites. The patty was made in house and never frozen. I know that doesn't sound like anything out of the ordinary but it is. Most places serve frozen burgers from a box. The bun was very soft and tasty and the produce that accompanied the burger patty was crisp and fresh.\n\nI will be back to sample some of there more creative offerings in the future. If you are local to Fort Washington the Hungry Bear Cafe is worth a visit.",
"Pleasantly surprised with the breakfast! I had the breakfast wrap with pecan smoked bacon, and it really hit close to the breakfasts we have back home in the south. \n\nThe place is tiny, maybe 8 or so tables, kept immaculate. Service was friendly and with a smile.\n\nIt is so unfortunate I was only in town for business.",
"Short and simple. Went for dinner saturday night and seated right away. Waited an 45 minutes for the appetizer, hour for main coarse and fifteen min for desert. Over two hours start to finish for simple meals, really? Food was pretty good but my peach cobbler desert was to sweet and not one peach. \nMay go back and I say very iffy MAY but only because they gave us a gift card after expressing my disappointment. If the service stays like this for dinner they wont last.",
"I had breakfast at the Hungry Bear this morning, and was extremely satisfied with the experience. I was in the area on Business, and had a craving for a Breakfast Burrito this morning, so queried Yelp and discovered this place. If I hadn't searched for it, I don't think that I would have found it unless I was a SEPTA rider, as the location is in the old Reading ticket office, and there are no markings or other signage to find it off the road.\n\nThe place is small, only 6 tables, but it has kept largely intact the interior of the station, which made for a pleasant morning. They specialize in Coffees and Pasteries, but have a fairly diverse menu of offerings throughout the day. I had the Pecan smoked Bacon breakfast wrap with potatoes and sausage, and wasn't disappointed. Everything seemed to be cooked to order, the eggs, the potatoes, the meats (I could hear them cracking and wisking the eggs after I had ordered), and the taste is so much better than rubbery mas-produced and re-heated eggs at some chain locations. The meal was completely filling, and quite cost effective, so the value to be had here is excellent. Like one other poster remarked, I'm sad that this was my only morning in town, else I'm sure I would frequent here more often."
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"Exquisite, beautiful, and mouth-wateringly delicious are the words that come to mind here. I enjoyed my turkey croissant with black pepper so much that I forgot to take a picture of it. I intended to save dessert for later, but that idea quickly was dismissed. I'm thrilled that such an outstanding place is down the street from my work.",
"Ah-mazing! Finally a bakery in St. Louis worth the buzz. Travelled the world, been to James Beard, Michelin awarded places, and so I'm a bit of a tough foodie. Stopped by last Friday and got several things - croissants, chocolate croissants, sweet buns, and peach tarts as well as a chocolate/lemon hazelnut custard pie -- all were amazing. The croissants are particularly noteworthy as its so flaky and good -- not the mass market kind, lots of TLC was put into it. The same with the custard - it's soooooo good, very unique.\n\nLove love love it. High recommend; will be back.",
"Both sandwiches we ordered were fresh and flavorful...absolutely delicious. My daughter claimed the macaroons were the best she's had, as well. What a great addition to the neighborhood! We will definitely return.",
"I've died and gone to heaven dessert place!\n\nThis place has the most amazing desserts! The presentation and decor is great and the desserts truly taste like heaven! We sampled some the Ruby chocolate raspberry dome tea cake (a biteful of sinful goodness!) and their chocolate cake (delicious!) and macaroons! Need to come back and try their other delicacies...well worth the calories!",
"Amazing bakery. Hand made pastries are to die for. This place should be packed daily as it's the best is the Lou",
"Reminded us of Paris. Closest thing in STL. Almond croissant was awesome and macaroons are a must!",
"Great place, easily the best place in St. Louis for croissants and French pastries/deserts. I'm glad Kirkwood has a place like this. I think they are going to outgrow their space fast once the word gets out.",
"After leaving my first time, I texted my husband and said \"I'm already in love with Nathaniel Ried Bakery. I might live here.\" From the minute you walk in, everything -- decor, counter, even packaged items -- feels fresh and small batch. I had an italian sandwich and I wouldn't change a thing about it. It's very French authentic; much like the smaller Parisian neighborhood bakeries.",
"Nathaniel Reid is the best bakery I've been to since visiting Tartine in San Francisco last year. In fact, I think they are easily on par with Tartine. Anyway, I've been living in angst wanting to come to here for the last month and I finally made it on a recent Saturday morning. \nThere was a short line and it moved suuuuper slow. I was determined to stay zen and it paid off a million-fold. I walked out with a chocolate almond croissant, apricot danish, chocolate chunk pecan cookie, and a lemon tart that I gave to a friend (she described the tart as \"OMG, delicious!) Summing up the other items, the word would be: divine. \nThe danish was perfectly fruity - the apricot was sooo fresh and good and it had this amazing croissant-layer-flakey consistency. I kept giddily peeling off layer after layer. I normally hate danishes but...now I don't. \nNext, the chocolate almond croissant was BEYOND, just go treat yo'self to this immediately and thank me later. I haven't even tried the plain croissant but am sure this is my new go-to spot for croissants.\nThe cookie was the perfect soft/chewy, I'll be back for more of these for sure! Like, why bother baking at home when I can buy the best cookie? I also really want to try their macarons and this interesting-sounding prosciutto sandwich with cornichons. \nLastly, I was helped by Mr. Reid himself and he was so friendly and gracious. It was a treat to meet him. I'm confident his bakery will become a huge success in St. Louis. \nNow, if only they opened a location in the city, my dreams would come true!!",
"wow. I never thought this small bakery could house such good food. On the outside, this small strip center doesn't say much. Housing a new business every month, just to see it go out of business. Formerly a jewelry store, this space got a total face lift. There is bar seating facing Manchester Road and a nice flow to it. They offer sandwiches, macaroons, huge cookies, beautiful desserts, and Kaldi's coffee.\n\nMy food: I got a Kirkwood Club, some kind of chocolate torte, and coffee.\nThe Kirkwood Club was amazing. The torte was delectable, and the coffee was great.\n\nThe service: not only did we meet Nathaniel Reid, the service was quick and painless. I will definitely be back."
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"Heyyyyyyy you ever look on the main board and see something that you forgot to review because it didn't leave an impact at all on your everyday life. Well that describes Olive Garden on City Line Ave to a tee.\n\nWent there on a very hot Sunday and was very impressed by the staff. Maybe because it was a slow day but they were very attentive and quick. Everything came out pretty fast and never once had to ask for the bread to be brought out or cheese to be grated. Everyone at our table really enjoyed their meals and was pleasantly surprised. Now with all of those great things, you might ask, why the low 2 star?\n\nI'm cutting into my chicken and notice something....\n\nWait for it...\n\nWait for it...\n\nPink, Salmonella inducing, fleshy meat in the center. Now I know it came out fast and greatly appreciated it but it wasn't cooked at all in the center. How hard is it to cook premade chicken? I know they have timers back there. Don't let the commercials fool you into thinking there is some fat Dom Deluise Italian back there humming Sante Lucia flipping pans. It's probably a lot closer to looking like McDonalds back there than Hell's Kitchen. COOK MY FOOD.",
"Olive Garden is Faux-talian-American and is really not that great.\nMy inlaws insist on going to chain restaurants like this, Buca di Beppo, Romano's Macaroni' Grill (how the heck do you grill Macaroni??) and other sub-par poser-Talian chains.\n\nMeanwhile, my 3 year old loves it here - so there's no accounting for taste.\nAnd it used to be cheap - but no longer. I had a so-so shrimp scampi (angel hair here is a definite AVOID - ads it is always overcooked and mushy.) and it was $16.95.\n\nThe unlimited iceberg & white-bread (Oh, sorry, I meant salad & grease-sticks) are a big turn on to college kids and cheap in-laws alike.\n\nFor my time & money - there are FAR better places to go (even in the spectra of Faux-talian chains.) [See my review of Bensi's]",
"I'll admit I enjoy a meal at Olive Garden every now and then when I'm craving artery-clogging bread sticks. I stopped by this location today for some take-out after shopping with my mom. While we didn't actually dine-in at this location, we did wait long enough to have to suffer through the obnoxious population of people streaming through the door. Is it just me or is this location chock full of women who have squeezed themselves into tiny outfits like sausages into ill-fitting casings? I didn't really think a 45 minute wait for take out was necessary given that we were there at 5pm. My spaghetti and italian sausage came with way over done sausage and they gave me meat sauce even though I specifically requested regular marinara sauce. My dad's lasagna looked like it was slapped together by a 3 year old, making me wonder if they tossed it from across the room into its container. My mom's chicken carbonara looked like it was already a left-over with slightly-congealed sauce over the noodles. Luckily, the breadsticks and salad saved the meal. Everyone gets their own portion of salad, the dressing comes in sealed take-out cups, and the servings of breadsticks are generous.",
"I am still convinced that the purpose of unlimited breadsticks and salad at Olive Garden is to trick patrons into thinking that they are being served \"huge\" portion sizes. What they meant to say was \"huge\" fake Italian dishes. Don't get me wrong -- the breadsticks and entrees are passable, but they are also quite processed.\n\nAn analogy I like to use when it comes to OG is\n\nItalian : Olive Garden :: Mexican : Don Pablo's\n\nGuess who creamed the verbal section of the SAT's ;)\n\nBut I digress. Not a fan of solely pasta dishes, we opted for the chicken alfredo and the shrimp caprese. Disappointingly enough, both dishes came out with a few measly pieces of meat and a hunk of pasta... completely smothered in runny sauces. While both sauces were described differently on the menu, they both tasted the same to me.\n\nServers were attentive, despite handling large groups -- large, obnoxious groups, I should add -- while we were there. The arrangement of the tables were a bit odd as we were sandwiched between tables with a party of 6 or more.\n\nSo there you have it: my OG dining experience. An experience I'm sure you'll have at least once in your lifetime as well.",
"Overall bad experience. Shady area, unfriendly service, and got sick. (3) strikes your out:-(",
"Rude reception, Terrible servers, horrible manners, bland food, and loud crowd! I really don't know how a chain can have so little quality control! It is rare that a standardized restaurant can be so below par!",
"It's Olive Garden. You *know* it's not authentic Italian. Do you honestly expect better from a chain restaurant next to the Hallmark in a strip mall? There are pictures on the menu, damnit!\n\nWent with my cousins yesterday because we were hungry, indecisive, lazy and around the corner. Mike, our waiter was nice, but he seemed bored - not that I can blame him. It was about 3pm on a Wed so there was no wait, and we ordered quickly. When the waiter told us exactly how long it would be until our food came (\"thirteen minutes\"), we joked about it being in the microwave. Honestly? It probably was. My Shrimp & Crab Tortelli Romana, was oily and forgettable (I just googled the name to remember what it was called). \nMike, at least, knew his wine and asked me about my choice. I could tell he's used to customers just picking at random or requesting the Moscato that in the background of every picture. The rest of the waitstaff however, was a little odd. One guy starts using the litte sweeper thing right next to us, while another waiter sits on the table and chats it up with him. The same two and another guy kept milling about our nearly empty section of the dining area. We realized they were checking our table out! I'm fairly cute, and my two cousins are gorgeous, but some tact, please.\nThe kitchen was out of our first choice of desserts, so we shared a chocolate cake and lemon cream cake. The chocolate was okay, but the lemon cake was sickeningly sweet, with a half pound on powdered sugar on top as well. \n\nI'd been before, and it's never a place I plan on returning, but somehow, once in a blut, I find myself here. It's probably something in the breadsticks.",
"I'm normally a big fan of Olive Garden restaurants and never had a bad experience at any location... until this particular one. The service was unacceptable and the wait staff very unfriendly. It took almost 25 minutes for our waitress to ever greet us and even longer for our food to brought the table. I could deal with the slow service... but what I can not understand is how rude everybody was there. When I mentioned my experience at this Olive Garden to some of my friends who are from Philadelphia, not once, but TWICE I've been asked \"Why did you go to the \"ghetto\" Olive Garden??\" \n\nSave yourself, and your a money, from a poor dining experience and find a different Olive Garden location or a completely different restaurant all together.",
"FINALLY! After waiting in T.G.I. Fridays for 30 minutes with no service, then going up the street to Chili's only to find out they locked their doors 30 minutes before the restaurant was SUPPOSED to close, my friend & I trekked a little further up City Line, here. The service and food were both great. Although, the portions were either small, or the plates were extremely large. Who knows, but I was hungry, so that's all that mattered at the time. \n\nBrian was our server, kudos to him. Of course they didn't have the sloppy eats (bbq ribs) I had my mind & stomach set on earlier from Fridays, but oh well, at least there was good customer service, good food, and not to mention, the Strawberry-Mango Lemonade was pretty darn tasty too!\n\nI'll definitely think of this place when I'm in search of some eats in that area. Thanks Brian & Olive Garden , you made stomach proud!",
"I don't mind Olive Garden in general. But this one is a mess. First, few of Maître d'hôtel is unprofessional in terms of voice tone, body language. Second, the carpet needs some major cleaning. Don't get confused that it smells any closer to old Parmesan cheese. Food was really salty."
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"My family and I went for supper on a Sunday night. The survice was subpar at best. The waitress was fairly annoying and fake. I had the Thanksgiving on a bun with sweetpotatoe fries. The burger was dry and there was no sign of the cranberry mayo. The whole table found thier food to be over cooked and bland. I would not recommend this resto to anyone.",
"I admit, the name caught my attention. Kind of offensive, twice as intriguing. Thank goodness the staff didn't live up to their name.\n\nLocated where the old East Side Mario and Ric's Grill were is Soda Jerks. A place that specializes in a large amount of different sodas. Right when you walk in, you see a glass display case of all different kinds of sodas. Reminds me the wine racks you see in fancy restaurants.\n\nIf you remember the layout of East Side Mario's at all, the floor plan is the same. It's more dark and there's a whole lot of hardwood panelling going on. The inside had a Johnny Rocket meets Moxies theme going on.\n\nAs soon as I got the menu, I dove right into the burger section. You basically build your burger from scratch starting with the type of bread and end off with the side order. Everything must be specified. Each burger contains the bread, the meat, the cheese, four toppings, and a side. You can also add additional premium toppings like fried pickles and what not.\nI decided to go with:\n-marbled rye bread\n-beef patty\n-provolone cheese\n-iceberg lettuce, fried egg, jalepenos, and I forget the last topping\n-side of fries (home cut too!)\n-dark cherry cola.\n\nThe place was dead. Considering it was a Sunday, it was pretty quiet. Maybe it was understaffed or not well trained but the servers took awhile to get to our table. I noticed a bigger group infront of the table and spied on what they were eating. I was a little discouraged to see their burgers come a little bit on the smaller side.\nWhile waiting for the food, I read their drink menu and was intrigued by their \"boy kid\" menus. They server a lot of childhood dishes and experiences like floats and cotton candy and throw in a healthy dose of liquor. I don't think I've ever had liquor in an ice cream float!\n\nWhen my own creation came out, I was pleasantly surprised that this burger was cooked fresh on the spot. Beef juices were dripping down the bottom of my burger. Flavors were on par with Fat Burger. Fries were hot and toasty. I don't think I've ever had a burger on rye but it was pretty good.\n\nThe dark cherry cola was not too subtle but not too sweet. My friend's grape soda was also rich in flavor.\n\nTopping out at $9.98 for the burger, $3.00 for the side of fries and $3.00 for the soda, the prices were average for your Moxies/Earl's/Joey's vibe.\n\nBesides the long wait time, my only other complaint was the server didn't check up on the table until I was finished my meal.\n\nOther than that, Soda Jerks has a lot of potential to be a premiere spot on the west side. Let's hope it breaks out of the cursed location of previous restaurants! \n\nOh, don't forget they close a wee bit early at 9PM 7 days a week.",
"I like the concept of a gourmet hamburger - it's a nice change from fast food burgers which are satisfying if not exceptional.\n\nSoda Jerks is first and foremost a gourmet hamburger restaurant. Most everything you order is, in some fashion, a hamburger or a sandwich. But the thing that sets it apart from, say Red Robin's, is that you can build your own burger.\n\nFor a fairly reasonable price, you get the chance to pick your meat, bun, sauce, and toppings. Want bacon and a fried egg on your burger? Done! Root Beer BBQ sauce? Sure, slather that on! Want some guacamole on there? Not a problem! It's fun to experiment with various flavors and toppings, trying to find something that works exceptionally well.\n\nIf you're not too sure about building your own hamburger (or wrap, or salad), there's also plenty of regular menu items that are spot on. Also keep your eye on the specials - they tend towards the tasty, as well. And don't be afraid to get the sweet potato fries on the side.\n\nThe drink menu is also fairly robust at Soda Jerks - which I guess it to be expected as \"Soda\" is right up there in their name. They have a full bar (and a lounge), which is nice - but it's the sodas that are the real find. They have a great selection of bottled pop, and you can order a vodka shot to spike any of them for some extra kick. On top of that, they'll also make any of them into a float. They also have some fun alcoholic milkshakes - though I admit the portions on them were a little on the smallish side.\n\nYes, Soda Jerks is still going through some growing pains, and there are some hiccups along the way. But OVERALL - in three visits - we've enjoyed adequate service, and had good food. I'll be going back, and I'd say that even if you had a \"so-so\" visit in the past, it's worth a second chance.",
"Went with friends on a friday night for drinks and meal....service was excellent, food and drinks were all amazing. The customizable menu is a great idea, and all our requests were done to perfection. The drink menu was also great...30 flavors of pop (including red bull and gourmet small batch flavors, plus a whole slew of flavored vodkas....you could never have the same drink twice! (and friday night is drink special -- any vodka and any soda for $5!) \nOverall price was excellent -- we usually go to places like original joes and the bill was way lower here and food was excellent. \nThe restaurant and bar were very quiet for a friday night ....was great with no lines....",
"A good old fashioned float/milkshake establishment in our city?!?! What a gem! \n\nThey offer 12 different brands of bottled soda (over 40 flavors) and you can have any of them turned into a float or an adult float (shot of alcohol included). This was a fun way to spend time with friends - we sat out on the patio drinking floats and milkshakes in a lovely atmosphere. We didn't order any food so I can't comment on that but they do offer Nathan's hot dogs from New York! \n\nTwo more things: 1. The location is a little hard to find (I drove around for 10 minutes before I spotted it) and 2. The décor felt a little high end for (what is trying to be) an old fashioned soda shoppe.",
"Best fries in town and the bark on the burgers tasted fantastic along with the choice of bread and condiments. We will be back often. Cheers!! Dmo & Freezy",
"Everything on the menu sounds really interesting and yummy... but the actual food doesn't live up to the hype. Everything we tried was pretty bland and loaded with salt. A good sample of this is the most boring sweet potato fries I've ever had the chore of eating.\nThe only real highlight was the bottles pop selection, but at $3.50 a bottle it's too pricey.\nWant a good burger? Head over to Red Robin instead!",
"There's so much to choose from in creating a burger here, everyone should be happy with the choices and hopefully the food as well. The first time I came, I wasn't that impressed with my beef patty burger. This time I decided to get the turkey burger. One can choose a patty, bun, sauce, cheese, and 4 toppings for $9.72. I opted for a multigrain bun, no cheese (which they took off 48 cents), tomatoes, lettuce, red peppers and carmelized onions. They put the order form in the menu along with a pen for you to check off your choices. There are many sides to chose from including sweet potato fries, fries, poutine, onion rings, salad, and more, for an extra $2.98. There are lots of varieties of bottled soda for $3.16. A little pricey but a great selection.\n\nI was impressed by the portion size. The sweet potato fries filled the ceramic bowl and it came with a mayo dip. They were tasty, and not burnt. My turkey patty was not dry and flavourful with the mayo. I had to take out some of the onions but otherwise all the toppings on my burger made for a very satisfying meal. \n\nWe went to celebrate a birthday and they don't do anything for it even though they ask it you are celebrating a special occasion. I don't see the point in asking if you don't even get a treat or a song.",
"Soda Jerks offers a fun option as a casual dinner or cute date location. Menu options here are of the burger variety - the milkshakes are a plus and their soda menu is HUGE.\n\nI chose to build my own burger and while I found that the menu offered some great variety and great value, the burger itself turned out to be a little disappointing. All though it's nice to have a handmade burger patty, the quality of the meat was not fantastic and the toppings weren't all too fresh - I opted for mixed greens as a topping and some of them were so dry, they were crispy. And overally, my biggest issue with Soda Jerks is that they do NOT toast their buns - I chose to have sourdough bread as my burger bun instead of the other options and the bread was untoasted but yet dry LIKE toasted bread. Very unappetizing. What a difference toasted bread/buns make!! I don't understand why they don't even offer it as an option. My boyfriend had some hotdog and a mini burger slider and his biggest complaint was also poor bun quality, and untoasted bread.\n\nThe environment at Soda Jerks is very high end - you walk in and immediately feel like you're in for a great evening just based on the very nice decor and streamlined furniture. The service is so-so - I found that it took a very long time for us to get our food (how long does it take to make a few burgers, especially in a restaurant that wasn't excessively busy). Cost-wise, it was a very affordable meal. I definitely recommend getting a milkshake if you are there - we chose to share one and it was gone within five minutes, it was so delicious!!! The chili-cheese fries are also a nice side option - amazing chili!\n\nGenerally, if you are looking for a great burger in Edmonton, Soda Jerks is not one of your harder hitters - definitely check out DeLux or even Fulton Market in Sherwood Park. They have a great idea on their hands and could definitely fly with it - I love all the soda options and the great diner menu. But they need to work on the quality of their meals and maybe step up the customer service to really earn a place amongst our growing burger-lovers community in Edmonton.",
"Just what we need in this day-and-age -- another heart attack factory. The food is greasy, salty, and will probably give you gas.\n\nIt's awesome.\n\nI didn't go for the build-your-own-burger option. With over thirty choices for toppings and something like ten different cheeses, it would take me forever to decide what I wanted. I was tempted by the Barnyard burger, so I went with that. The Barnyard is made up of bacon, chicken, and beef. It comes with tomato or lettuce or something like that but I always get them to leave that stuff off. I'm not a herbivore. Humans are meat-eaters, get over it. I think all of the burger combos come with fries. Mine did anyway. The fries aren't as good as Red Robin's and they aren't bottomless either like they are at Red Robin. I enjoyed the burger a lot and I look forward to going back again to clog my arteries with something else. They have another entree called the Heart Attack Combo. Sounds enticing.\n\nMy biggest hang-up about this place is the decor. This isn't something that I usually gripe about with restaurants. Soda Jerks' whole schtick is that they're this 1950s retro-throwback type-thing. They play '50s and early '60s rock and pop music, they have soda bottles hanging all over the place, and they serve pure grease. However, the interior of the building doesn't at all match the vibe that they're trying to put out there. Ric's Grill used to be in this location and the place still looks and feels like Ric's Grill. Places like Johnny Rockets and Red Robin are similar establishments with a look and feel to match the cuisine. It's time to redecorate Soda Jerks.\n\nI mentioned that they play oldies from the '50s and '60s. In the midst of the doo-wops and the sha-la-la's they also snuck Paul Simon's \"You Can Call Me Al\" in there. Why? Does Paul Simon own a piece of Soda Jerks?\n\nI ordered the Pop Shoppe Black Cherry Soda for my drink. I haven't had that since I was a kid. I didn't even know they still made that stuff. It brought back memories. Thank you, Paul Simon."
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"LEAVE THE CROIS DOG. TAKE THE PANINI. \niLLY COFFEE: one of the few cafés in the Quarter/CBD serving it besides Merchant;\nMONTE CRISTO pressed waffle melt: $6; most items are affordable & under $12. \n\nCafé Amelie's new neighborhood eatery could quickly find a niche among Vieux Carré locals. I've spent the summer seeking out and trying different French Quarter cafés. There are many more than one would think. But until recently they were amid the tourist din: Conti, Soulé, Jaegerhaus, Little Vic's, Envie, Fleur de Lis, Olivier's, Meals from the Heart and Café Beignet are all situated on high trafficked corridors. However, this summer for the first time in memory, we have two new neighborhood cafés: the delightful and homey, Mister Gregory's on the lakeside; and this refreshing new eatery riverside. They both have high quality, inventive menus; and reside in relatively quiet locations. I intend to frequent both. (Caveat: Petite just opened 29 August, so there are kinks; for me the panini sandwiches are well priced; but the small, dry, re-warmed, $6 Crois Dog is just plain nasty and outrageously too expensive - avoid).",
"Petite Amelie is an upscale deli type of place that is long over do in the FQ. It is really geared towards take away but it is so damn cute you might want to stay. There are sandwiches fresh pressed juices(hallelujah) pastries and really good coffee. Fresh iced tea and homemade lemonade to go... It just opened so there are a few kinks.\n\n There are cases filled with prepared foods by the pound. It was all so fresh and delicious. I love the zuzu juice and the lamb sandwich. The pastries and pies look so good. I took home a half chicken and potato salad for dinner during the week what a treat. My neighborhood just got a lot more delicious.",
"We discovered this delightful cafe towards the end of our French Quarter visit. After enjoying the festivities of Bourbon Street, it was a nice respite to drink an excellent cup of Illy coffee and have either lunch or a delicious pastry. The atmosphere is bright, cheerful and quiet!",
"We stopped in here for a light snack and were very disappointed. We ordered a tuna salad sandwich to share. The tuna salad was very dry. The lettuce on the sandwich was wilted with some spoiled spots on it. The bread had no dressing of any kind on it. We didn't even finish our halves. Don't waste your time or money on this place.",
"The pralines are the best I've ever had. Loaded with fresh pecans. They practically melt in your mouth.",
"I had dinner the night before at Cafe Amelie and wanted more! So I came back to try the quiche in the morning. It was delicious and the staff friendly.",
"Long time nola resident and pass this corner daily. Wanted so much for this to be good but...Lunch stuff looks old. They had nothing available from the breakfast menu at 8:20 am. I left.\n\nStaff seemed very slack. Not making much effort. I will try once more.",
"Well this is a welcome addition to the French Quarter. In fact it is a game changer. Finally we locals can get high quality take away food without having to leave our neighborhood. There is a wonderful variety of choices for lunch and dinner in their prepared food case. Breakfast consists of breakfast sandwiches, fresh yogurt and granola made in house, or some rather great pastries and teacakes(breakfast of champions). \n\nThe place is beautiful but I mainly take away. Oh there is fresh juice made to order, hot and cold pressed sandwiches and all kinds of salads. They have the same gumbo as Cafe Amelie, but this is not an either or situation. This is a deli type place. \n\nThe ordering system is a bit mystifying when you come in. The idea is to place an order, they give you a little sign of New Orleans streets and then you sit down and someone brings you your order. They could do a better job of explaining this to first timers .=, once they know you they just bring your food.\n\nIt is posible to eat almost all vegetarian which is amazing for the FQ. There is a butternut squash, spinach dried cherry veggie scramble type thing that I am living off. \nAlso the potato salad is just like maw maws same for the tuna salad. \n\nBest thing for locals, amazing baguettes for sale and also the good butter and cheese to take away. So far, so good.",
"A quick place to get some great food. I tried the Tomato Bisque which was the soup of the day and split a Tuna Salad Sandwich. The tomato bisque was creamy and savory. It was perfect because the weather was a little gray. The Tuna Salad was good, not too much mayo and loved the egg in it. Definitely, looking forward to eating breakfast here. Be sure to make it before 11am if your trying to have breakfast.",
"Their gumbo and roast beef sandwich is out of sight! Delicious, fresh and savory. We also shared a slide of creole cheesecake. Wow! All the cheesecake love without feeling as if your arteries will collapse. Other offerings include local sourced milk in glass containers for take away, fresh panchetta, fresh juices and salads. It reminded me a lot of Waters Fine Foods in San Diego.\n\nService was superb. The person behind the counter was friendly, informative and downright Southern. I only wish I could remember his name!\n\nWe were lucky enough to chat with the chef/owner. It was nice to learn how he too has a passion for local source/fresh offerings. There's nothing fried at Amelie (Petit or Cafe).\n\nIt's a bit pricey but worth the extra spent because of the quality. I look forward to returning when I come back to NOLA."
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"Originally built in 1773, this was the convening site for the Constitutional Convention, as well as the setting for one of George Washington's inaugural celebrations. The cuisine here is authentic early American, with many of the dishes adapted from 18th Century recipes. Veal sausage with sauerkraut and mashed potatoes, honey-glazed duck with asparagus, and medallions of venison with leeks are among the traditional entrees served by a staff in period dress. A children's menu suggests this is an ideal place for family dining, but you may feel differently after seeing the prices.",
"Great place to go when in Philly. The food is traditional 1776 but excellent. It's a historical theme resturant. You'll have fun I promise.",
"Well I didn't really care for the potatoe leek soup because it was a bit bland, but it was fun to have a chance to sit here and go back more than 200 years and wonder what it might have been like for many of the writers of the Declaration of Independence and the discussions that went on whilst they nursed tankards of brew.\n\nRoast beef was very good. The waiter was pissy when we were there, but he soon warmed up once someone complimented him on his faux Lord Fauntleroy looking costume.",
"After spending an hour drinking Thomas Jeffersons beer and a porter by George Washington, I began to wonder how the Declaration of Independance ever got written. Tasty beer and a good place to reflect on the founding of the country.\nThe menu is on the pricy side, if you are just touring around and over 50 this is a place for you.",
"Experience history through food! Get greeted and served by folks dressed colonial style. Drink from goblets, not glass. That's what you'll get at City Tavern. John Adams and Paul Revere had been here before.\n\nI tried the beef pie for lunch here - twice cooked beef in a flaky puff pastry. Not bad! I didn't care too much for the sweet and sour cabbage that came with it though. The best part of the meal was the soup - chunks of savory beef and noodles. Very hearty!\n\nThis is a must-see spot for tourists in Philly!",
"It was authentic enough to not have \"Ye Olde Vegetarean Meel\" - but the mashed potatoes and apple cider I did have were fine. The salad was . . . a salad. Our waiter used some period language and was dressed funny, and the water was served in cooled metal goblets. There was a guy playing a harp. I'm not sure if these things justify the cost for the meal, but luckily I wasn't paying!",
"This is a very tourist-y place to go, but it can be fun if you've got out-of-town family visiting and they're too middle-aged to take them out for a wild night of boozing it up. The staff wears period costumes, and the food is meant to be what you would have found on a menu in a tavern in Philly in the 1700's. So expect meat and potatoes and other hearty fare. The food's not bad, but it's a bit overpriced. I guess you're paying for the performance aspect of the whole dining experience, though. As mentioned in other reviews, the Founders' beer selections are pretty good. Check it out if you're looking for something a little different, or, like I said, if you've got parents in town.",
"This was the location for our one our company's special dinners for us the staff and one of our major committees.\n\nWe started going up the stairs and onto a small balcony where we had a bar and got out appetites ready for a nice dinner.\n\nWe then proceeded to the dining room that was set apart for us and I totally loved it, it was completely what you'd think the fathers of our country experienced in decor, service, and food back in the heyday.\n\nThe food was served family style and it was AMAZING. That was the best, traditional old time american food I've ever had: turkey, cranberry cornbread stuffing, potatoes, vegetable sides, etc. Delectable. They capped the evening off with a port or other dessert wine served in beautiful and perfect-sized, mini liqueur glasses and then provided us with a delectable chocolate cake for dessert. The entertainment was a fellow dressed as Thomas Jefferson who did a fantastic job. We all got a copy of the city tavern recipe book, which features traditional and original recipes.\n\nYou cannot compare the experience of dining at one of the oldest restaurants remaining in this country. You can almost feel the presence of the fathers of our country and their neighbors walking the halls with a large glass of ale maybe chasing a wench or two... in good humor of course.",
"I was really excited to try this place after checking out all the historic places in Philly. I was so looking forward to having a great meal after walking quite a few blocks to get here. It was just OK. I like the atmosphere and the way the servers dress - gives you a feeling of the way it was back then. Both my husband's and my Dad's meals were cold. Had the turkey pot pie which was alright - only a few pieces of turkey. Huge-ass salad also. One plus was the beer. Can't even remember the dessert. Another good thing was that our server was very nice and she took good care of our table. I guess I had too high of expectations.",
"What a pleasant surprise this Olde City is!!\n\nI hoped on the subway at 30th St and was so happy to get out of that horrible system at 2nd and Market. \n\nThis was such a nice relief!!\n\nThe neighborhood is great. The cobblestone, the old feel, the history. \n\nOnce I saw this place I knew this is where I wanted to eat. \n\nI dropped my stuff at the Sheraton Olde City and scurried over here. \n\n8:37 pm\n\nThese 2 historically dressed Pennsylvanians greet me in a manner which it is 1775 and they have never seen a man with Chanel glasses and a black popped-collared shirt, with shiny patent leather shoes and say, \"Uhh, Hi\" and I said, \"One please\". \nThe village girl explains to me that they stop seating people at 8:30 and I said, \"Wow, it's 8:37, c'mon I don't want to linger, I just want to leave and get back to my hotel.\" She says \"Okay, but you have to eat in the tavern\".\n\nSo this is cool, a whole room to myself and she actually was accomadating although it probably was because she saw anger flaring up in my eyes. \nThe waiter was super nice, eloquently spoken, and elegantly handling my bread, water, and menus. \n\nI ordered chicken breast, mashed potatos, and vegetables. \nIt was good, very hardy. I liked it. Something my parents would make, very American, decent portion. \n\nSucks I'm not stuffed though 2 hours later, so I have to walk over to a grocery store to get snacks, but I guess most people would still be full. \n\nI took a walk around this historic building and I loved the atmosphere. \nOnce I mentioned that I plan to Yelp the place, the waiter started to explain the history. I guess I put a fire under his Revolutionary ass. \n\nI loved everything about the peoples outfits, the buildings, the art, the maps on the walls. \nReally up my alley. Just watched John Adams last night. \nPerfect timing is guess."
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"Great costumer service. Tasty drinks, and a nice laid back feel.",
"I went there when they first opened up and had a really great time. The staff is fun, personable and good at what they do.\n\nMy favorite thing was their infused vodka drinks. They taste so good and refreshing that they can be just a little bit dangerous... in a good way.\n\nHaven't tried any of their food yet but they have great drinks all the way around.",
"Freakin' Awesome to say the least. We went there on their opening night(serving food) and it was packed and had a great vibe to it. They were setting up some equipment for what looked like live music but I'm not sure as we left before they started. This is more of a place that you would expect to walk into in while in SF rather than in SB which is a perfect match for the Funk Zone. Their kitchen is small but their bar is huge & definitely make sure to check out the patio.\n\nTheir opening night menu was concise and every item we tried was a winner. Their name comes from their selection of sandwiches all named for one of the seven deadly sins. In addition to these sandwiches they also serve: Chicken' n Waffles, Salads, Skewers, and Mac n Cheese. All of their ingredients are fresh and according to their staff they do not keep any food in a freezer. They are planning a roof top garden to keep things über fresh and they even make their own ketchup. \n\nI had The Tri-Tip sandwich with caramelized onion and grilled bell peppers which was excellent full of flavor and the meat was delicious. The was a sauce on the sandwich that seemed to be just slightly over powering and my only qualm. The sandwiches were all platted with a small portion french fries and what seemed to be a red slaw that was excellent sweet and had a hint of pineapple.\n\nMy wife had a vegetarian sandwich with grilled cheese and veggies which she said was delicious but unfortunately I did not get a chance to try it before she devoured it. My other friends ordered Filet Mignon Sliders and the Cuban sandwich I didn't try either of them they both looked really good especially the sliders! \n\nWe also ordered the \"7\" Mac n' Cheese which was a as good as mac n cheese can get. It had bits of caramelized onions and french fries and and really my only issue was the price though, at $11.00 I felt like the portion was a bit on the small side and we will probably be skipping this one on our next visit. If you love mac n' cheese you will love this if you don't then, eh, just skip it. \n\nThe wait staff was all very good, kind, and friendly. Our only complaint was that it took FOREVER to get our food and by the time we did get it our sever had gotten overwhelmed with all the traffic. Given it was opening night this is very understandable and they just need to iron out a few kinks but once they do this place is going to be great. I look forward to going back again soon to try the chicken n' waffles or just grab a drink at the bar.",
"The drinks are amazing! Their infused vodkas are soooo good!\nThe staff is super friendly and very attentive.\nI love that they nestled a bar in a wine dominant atmosphere. I'll definitely be hanging out there a lot more.",
"I heard about Seven a while back, and living just a few blocks from their location, I was excited to check it out. The Jack and Coke I ordered was $8, a bit on the pricy side but not surprising. It was a decent pour, so I can live with the price. I had heard that the place was advertised as having craft cocktails, but you wouldn't have any idea that was the case, drink menus were scarce. I saw one or two around the room but I certainly wasn't offered one. Sure I could of asked for one, but I just settled into my trusty routine of Jack and Cokes and figured I would look into their specialty drinks next time. But if you are trying to build a reputation as a place for craft cocktails, customers shouldn't have to go searching for them, once they have arrived. \n\nThe menu is limited, and centered around their seven different sandwiches, each named for one of the seven deadly sins. The sandwiches all sounded pretty good, nothing too revolutionary going on with the recipes and a little more variety would be good. If executed properly, I'm sure some of them are quite tasty. \n\nWe weren't super hungry so we decided to share an order of mac n cheese, and some chicken skewers. The mac n cheese was good, but I've certainly had better plenty of times. They have changed the mac n cheese on the menu since the previous review was made. It's now $8 rather than $11, and it's pretty basic. No caramelized onions, or pieces of french fry any more. The chicken skewers were tasty with some good vegies and a chipotle aioli that was quite good. The most disappointing part about the food, was the 50 minutes that it took to arrive. The place was not even half full, and not many people were ordering food. I had a view of the food window, and I saw no more than eight plates come out of the kitchen in the 50 minutes we waited for our food. They discounted our food 25% at least. \n\nThe owner seems like a nice guy and was constantly roaming around checking on things, although we never heard from him during our extended wait for food. I did see him walk by and overhear someone mention to their friend that the salad didn't have very much kale in it, so he then went and brought her some more. It's nice to see that type of attention to detail. \n\nAll in all it seems like it could be a good place to hang out. They played good music and the ambiance is casual and fun. I think they are headed in the right direction, they just need a little work on the execution. It's natural that there are going to be mistakes made in the beginning, so I don't plan on holding the long wait for our food against them. I'll be back to give them another chance, but I'm in no rush.",
"I've been to Seven a few times now. The crowd is a fun mix if young professionals.\nI ordered the chicken and waffles which where scrumptious and reasonably priced.\nThe bar and kitchen staff all treated me like a friend, even on my first time in which is awesome because I came in by myself to check the place out. I would recommend going here for any occasion. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the drinks are a great price as well. Whether you are entertaining clients or just looking to catch up with friends the staff at Seven will take great care of you. :-)",
"I was there on Sunday at 3:30 pm to hear live music. It was awesome! The acoustics for live music in the front room is quite good. It felt extremely intimate and special to hear such great music in such a casual setting. Will return to be there for more live music!!\nAs for the bar, it's true, they have NO drink menus and the bartenders aren't doing anything to market their best. I struggled to come up with a drink order and the bartender served me something that was less than great. I saw plenty of other cocktails that were getting obvious raves but there was NO WAY to know what they were!!!! The food menu was adequate and had a list of sandwiches. I ordered the Gluttony which was tri tip with caramelized onion and blue cheese on a french bread roll panini. It wasn't quite right. Needed something spicy and tart to perk it up. Salsa, lettuce, and jalapeño would have made it better. Side of french fries and coleslaw was very good, though. Generous portions. One sandwich fed three people.",
"A legitimate SB bar for twenty-somethings. Keep up the live music, and try for chill house during the weekend nights. Start promoting events through facebook more too.",
"Me and the wifey had a little 340 month anniversary and thought that we would try something new so we went to Seven. Awesome little spot that is more of a bar with food than a restaurant with a bar (embrace that Seven--it is what you are!) It is a cozy place with natural brick walls, stonework, effective lighting and a very user-friendly bar (thanks Pub for the overall design) They have added some nice tables and comfortable seating as well as a great outdoor patio! \n\nSin is the name of the game or at least the name of the restaurant because seven is based on the seven deadly sins (I meant to look to see if they have 7 deadly Zins on the wine list). The first sin I experienced was GREED since I saw on the happy hour menu $5 Hornitas margaritas as well as $5 Alagash white pints... I wanted both! The margarita was very tasty and of course Alagash is a great beer. My wife ordered the cucumber infused vodka lemonaide, it looked pretty good and I was quite ENVIOUS. \n\nSeven doesn't just have drinks it has a menu too. No happy hour deals on the food but the prices aren't out of line. Most items are $12. My wife had a sandwich and I had the Chicken and Waffles, interesting combo which came with maple syrup, fries and a very tasty slaw! While the sandwich was fresh and the chicken and waffles were piping hot, the fries were cold and soggy. The wonderful waitress quickly extiguished my WRATH by bring us a fresh plate of fries. I loved my dinner. It was a very full plate and to my surprise, chicken is better with maple syrup. I was reluctant to share with my wife and had to curb my GLUTTONY so that she could try a bite. All in all chicken, waffles maple syrup, fries, ketchup and beer make for a pretty wierd combination and I don't think beer will replace orange juice for breakfast any time soon. \n\nIt was a very nice evening and I was PROUD of the fact that I came up with a new and fresh idea for our monthly anniversary. While the food was delicious it sat a little heavy and I was a total SLOTH the rest of the evening. \n\nOh, and that seventh sin (?) I am keeping that one to myself.",
"Great service, great drinks, good food, good vibe.\n\nMy first time visiting Seven: Impressed by great beer selection, decent food, and great cocktails. Fantastic, attentive staff. These guys know their drinks and spirits and take care crafting great cocktails. Will be back."
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"try THE COBB NOSH it doesn't disappoint.. and gosh..there's such an array of desserts to pick from.. the service is quick and friendly.. the seating will be tight during peak times.. so do keep that in mind..",
"I had a Greek sandwich on pumpernickle. It was large enough to split with another person! Stuffed with spinach, mushrooms, melted provolone and grilled. Not greasy at all. Coffee was fresh and refilled no extra charge. Service was friendly and prompt. Very clean and organized. Desserts are homemade too! The prices are right, can't go wrong.",
"Just moved to the neighborhood and stumbled upon this killer deli. Great soups and amazing sandwiches. Everything taste fresh and quality ingredients. Love the bread for the sandwiches!",
"This whole section of Tampa is cute! It was great to visit, even for work, and I would definitely consider this area if I ever lived in the city. And if I did just that, I'd be eating at Zudar's often!\n\nTheir Cuban sandwich was amazing and the staff extremely welcoming. If you're headed somewhere and need to grab a bite to eat or you're planning to meet friends for a meal and need a suggestion, I highly recommend it.",
"Zudar's is usually a hot spot during the weekday with it being close to downtown. It can get busy, but I usually just order carry-out. The prices are on the tad expensive side, but the sandwiches are huge and will definitely fill your stomach. I haven't really been disappointed in any of their sandwiches. I haven't really tried anything else, but usually I don't hear any complaints about this place.",
"So much awesomeness.... I first met Didi Zudar about 25 years ago when she had a deli on Bay to Bay... and fell in love with her coconut creme pie then....\n\nIt was an occasional menu item then because the coconut is grated by hand and thats hard work. For my very first meal living back in Tampa, I decided to hit Zudar's up in hopes there might be a slice in the cooler... OMG. Its there every day now. The availability has improved, but nothing could improve the flavor of this slab of heaven.\n\nThe rest of my visit was less exciting - due to a new waitress that goofed and gave me grilled chicken breast instead of chicken salad. I was hungry and in no mood to send it back - she was very nice so I went with it. The sandwich was good, but I would have ordered it with different toppings had I actually ordered that sammich. The only think keeping this from 5 stars was the ordering goof... and I'm certain that the next time I venture in that star will get added. \n\nI LOVE Didi's desserts, and the sammiches are awesome too.",
"It's like a Manhattan Jewish deli, just 1,100 miles south...\n\nThe food is spectacular, and the sandwiches are fully customizable. Or, you can pick one of their concept sandwiches, salads, soups, etc. Their Cuban salad is DELICIOUS. They also have a fridge that has pre-made stuff that is just as good.\n\nAs it's been noted, this place is usually slammed on a weekday lunch. I'd advise trying it either before or after the lunch rush, or sometime on Saturday (closed Sunday).",
"A very fine deli that modifies classic Jewish/Kosher classics with local Tampa tastes (hard to be full Kosher serving Cuban sandwiches with pork & ham). This is an old-time favorite recommended by native Tampa friends (thanks Lionel!) Glad we visited early for lunch because it packs up by noon. \n\nAs a soup lover, I ordered the goulash soup that was very flavorful..and saw they have other options I intend to try, including Matzo ball. The sandwich selections covered all the Jewish deli specialty meats...corned beef, pastrami...maybe tongue too. Well made, heavy on meat and very tasty, served with chips & kosher dill. \n\nWe resisted the sinfully tempting desserts....lots of tall cakes, cream pies, cheesecakes, cookies and other sweets. Noticed lots of take-out plus you can get family-sized entrees & sides to take home for dinner.\nAnd not far away you can get Cajun/Creole specials at Nola's, and drop in for a Black & Tan at 4 Green Fields Irish pub. Who needs the United Nations... I can experience international harmony in just a few blocks of Platt Street.",
"Nearest to a Chicago style Jewish-ish (they serve piggy) deli that I've found in Tampa. Delectably enticing deserts at the front counter (dieters, chubbies, and diabetics beware) as well as quick grab-n-go salads and other nosh for the in-and-out crowd. I would drag my butt a mile (I live on Davis Island) over broke glass for their coconut cream pie:) Fortunately my butt-cheeks will remain unscathed due to the fact that Zudar's opens early and is open til 8pm during the week, lunch only on Saturday, closed Sunday (bummer). Prices are a smidge high considering the portions aren't huge but not unreasonable. Homemade flavor don't come cheap:) Fills up for lunch, try to get there 11ish if possible.",
"Just finished eating a cuban sandwich from there. The quality of the meat and the serving size are both poor. The pork patty tasted like a bland piece of chewy rubber from a microwave. On top of that, you're paying twice as much half the serving of anywhere else I've been. You'll get a much better sandwich from a grocery store deli or even the premades at a gas station."
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"Located in the Crestwood neighbourhood where Jeffrey's Cafe was located for many years, Cafe Blackbird has kept the wine bar, redone the interior slightly, and totally revamped the menu. The small menu of sandwiches and salads are featured on a blackboard, along with the soup of the day, the savoury pie of the day, and a few other items. A variety of baked goods are in a display case. The menu was developed with help from Culina and the coffee from Iconoclast Coffee, as well as other local businesses. There is still live music, and the place has a neighbourhood charm to it. A sandwich will run you about $9 while a soup and sandwich combo is $14. I had the featured pie, which was creamy mushroom. It was small and rich, with lots of mushrooms in a flaky pastry. Prices are a little on the high end for portion size, but the quality is good. Some of the brunch items looked interesting too. I liked the coffee the best - it tasted very fresh.",
"My morning started off with a Vanilla Latte ($4.50) made with beans roasted by Edmonton's own Iconoclast Coffee. The latte had great flavour and definitely woke me up. It was nice to know that high quality, locally roasted coffee is the choice at Cafe Blackbird, since it's so important to support local producers! \n\nThe main feature on the Hangover Brunch menu was a Loaded Waffle Panini ($17) which featured two waffles with eggs, bacon and cheese, served with maple syrup, brunch potatoes and fruit. My boyfriend and I are known to visit District Coffee Co. on the weekends for their breakfast waffle sandwiches, so this waffle panini was calling our names. When the dish arrived at the table we couldn't wait to dig in. The waffle panini tasted just like we would have imagined, savoury from the gooey cheese and bacon, and slightly sweet with the addition of maple syrup. The portion size was very generous (read: TWO whole giant waffles!) and I feel two people could have shared this one.\n\nFor myself I wanted to try the Eggs Benedict ($16) which is my typical go-to on brunch menus. The version at Blackbird is two poached eggs on ham, with hollandaise and served on top of Cobs Bread sourdough with a side of brunch potatoes. The eggs were poached beautifully with soft whites and an oozing yolk, and I liked the kick of heat to the hollandaise. The use of sourdough as the base for the dish was novel choice, but I found it was very difficult to cut through. With a bit of effort I was able to cut through and the payoff was some fresh, chewy sourdough, but I would prefer the traditional English muffin. The brunch potatoes served with our dishes were fluffy and flavourful, making them a filling side for both plates.\n\nCafe Blackbird is a great spot in the Crestwood community and I'm sure the local residents are loving it! They offer comforting cafe fare, and support local producers at the same time. Brunch is available on weekends, and tapas are available in the evenings from 5pm til close. They even have some wines for you to indulge in! I'd love to have a locally owned cafe like this near my home - those of you in the west end are lucky.",
"I came here for PaintNite and I have to say I was impressed with this venue it was very bright and lively. I have been here before when it was Jeffrey's cafe and now it just looks 100% better.\n\nMy friend and I came in 45 mins early so we can have a bite and start a bottle of wine before we got our paint on.\n\nOur server was great, she was very patient and helped us select a good white wine. after cruising the menu I decided on a blackbird pie and my friend had the cream of mushroom soup and grilled ham & cheese sandwich.\n\nOur server came quick with our Wine and it was a very good choice. \n\nOther painters started piling in so we went and choose our spot. I noticed the crowd here was much more mature and classy, unlike going to Hudsons for paintnite.\n\nOur food came and it looked and smelled great! The only concern I had was the limited space for our meal. The pie tasted fresh and my friend loved her sandwich and soup.\n\nThe class went on and we had such a great time, our server was very attentive with our wine, she had to store it behind the counter because we had no room for it on our table.\n\nThe 2 hours came and went, our night had been a success! \n\nI will definitely be back for a live jazz night or just for a light meal.",
"What a great cafe. The coffee is good and the food is very satisfying. The staff are friendly and courteous. I love the fact that it is also licensed. So when you are da outing their dishes, they can be accompanied by a quality wine. The have a decent selection as well. Enjoy.",
"It's an alright urban coffee shop in west Edmonton area. Modern decore and they have a limited menu for breakfast and lunch and evening appies for the live acoustic music. They focus more on the coffee but they serve wine and beer. Staff not too organized though and they spend time chatting in the back. But I saw some bread fall on the floor and they had the integrity to throw the loaves out. They ran out of feta when I was there on a Saturday night for my panini. You can sit at tables or the bar counter.",
"A cute little cafe. Pleasant staff. Food selection isn't huge, but the live music here was fantastic the evening I was there. Would return again for the great local music.",
"I'm being generous at 2 stars, as there was a paint night going on. But there was no service, after we told them that we were there for coffee. They never once asked us if we needed anything, didn't offer water, deserts, we were as if we didn't exist. I wanted a tea, but it was more money than a latte. \n\nThe menu seemed interesting, appetizer style, no real dinner style. I will go there again to give them a second chance. Not expecting much, cuz it can only get better, not worse. \n\nI'm also excited to check out some of the shops around the restaurants.",
"Went for jazz brunch. It was bad! Food took forever and it was all just microwaved and not good. We had to go up to get knifes and napkins and the waitress never came once to check on us. I was excited to go there because of their vegetarian selection but I won't be back",
"I only recently finally checked this place out, on 142 Street, and was pretty impressed with what I saw. Right when I walked in I noticed they were setting up canvasses on tables; when I asked the server, she said it was for a thing they do on a regular basis called Paint Nite ($45), in which people come to meet new people and paint art with the help of a professional (if they need), and food & drinks. \n\nThey also host live acoustic musicians here, and have options for anyone who wants to have an alcoholic beverage for the show! \n\nI got myself a coffee (which was pretty good) and a chocolate nut brownie to go. The brownie was yummy, but it was around 6.30PM by the time I bought it, so the edges were all crusty. Not a problem, I cut the sides off, added a scoop of ice cream and went to town!\n\nI'll definitely be back to Café Blackbird!",
"Best soup in the city, go out of your way for the amazing tomato bisque and croque monsieur!\n\nSometimes they change things up and the same sandwich or soup will be a little different but I haven't had a bad meal yet. The salmon sandwich and borscht is amazing as well!"
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"Riding in the car with my two guy friends, I heard one ask the other if he wanted to go to The Rail. I sarcastically asked who the lucky lady was, and when my friends stopped laughing hysterically, they informed me that The Rail is a bar in nearby Barrington. \n\nA few minutes later, we arrived at a pretty interesting place that I never knew existed. The two middle aged bartenders were dressed in classy bartender uniforms-- definitely something you don't see every day at your run of the mill South Jersey bar. I was instantly charmed. \n\nThe walls were covered in local memorabilia and a pool table was wedged into the only available space on the floor. The upstairs loft that overlooked the bar area had some tables. This would be a really fun place to grab some friends on a Saturday afternoon and just hang out, watch sports and play pool.",
"As one of the previous reviews states \"the Old Rail isn't quite a dive.\" It has a very cozy feel to it. Drinks are usually on the cheap side ($3 for a Guiness), and the staff is very friendly. I am a big fan of The Rail's wings which I feel are some of the best in the area. They also have great sandwiches, and from what I hear their pizza is awesome. Overall, the Rail isn't a bad place to go if you want to hang out with a few friends or watch a game. The noise level is also great because you don't have to shout to the guy next to you.",
"The rail has been there forever and a day. The place is upscale dive with the corner bar feel. They offer a decent pub type menu and the food is good quality and the drinks are cheap. It is a great lunch spot for a beer and a burger. The standout is the curly cheese fries!\n\nOver all a friendly clean and good spot for the game or a quick drink.",
"Food is all ways great. Service is good. good daily specials. Can get crowded to get a bar stool. But they have tables.",
"Very good wings, worth the wait!!! Good company. Just right next to work. :) plenty of parking, i have to admit, this might be my new go-to place after work if i leave early enough.. :)",
"I got a panzoratti and a few smithwicks, cool place. Loved the small town bar feel. Living in Barrington would make that place a little too convenient for my liver. \n\nThe open kitchen leaves you smelling like garlic and grease.\n\nWith a buddy of mine we got:\n3 smithwicks\n1 rocker bock\n1 panzoratti\n1 whole pizza \nFor less than $30.",
"I was surprised, I heard so many great things about the pizza here, but I left disappointed. I would compare the pizza with Mac and Manco's (or whatever they are calling themselves now), though not as good. Now, Mac and Manco's isn't really the style of pizza that I am big on anyway, so take it how you will. \n\nThe place is a nice enough bar, I really dig the astetics. Service is friendly, but slow. Small working class town bar. I think it is cash only, which didn't really both me because this was the one day that I happened to have cash on me. Prices weren't too bad. The two stars are mostly for the pizza, nothing really wrong with the bar.",
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"Might be Ok to stop in for a drink, but don't eat anything from here! Got seriously sick from eating here once and will never go here again for anything!!!",
"Old Rail has a small town local bar feel to it. If you like that then this is a place for you. Drinks are reasonably priced and the service is quick and friendly. Lots of TVs make it a great place to watch a game. Plenty of beers on special. I highly recommend stopping in if you're in the Barrington area."
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"I gotta say that this place is beyond good, it's super GREAT!!!! I am from Houston and we are known for great asian food and they must have lifted this restaurant from Houston and moved it to New Orleans. It's pretty cheap too. My wife ate the rice dish with pork chops and she loved it and I had the Pho with filet mignon ($10.50) and I gotta say it was worth every damn penny. The business is brand new so it was packed. The service is good for a new staff, but once they iron out their flaws, it's going to be great. I would definitely recommend eating here and once you arrived and see a full crowd, then you know why. GREAT FOOD!!!FAST SERVICE!!GREAT ENVIRONMENT!!! what else can you ask for?",
"I have been anxiously waiting for this place to open. I finally saw they were open last night after I ventured to Moon Wok in the French Quarter for some pho only to be disappointed they were randomly closed.\n\nI know it's their first week of really being open but everyone was super nice and tried to be as attentive as they could be. I liked the decor and the rare flank pho was delicious. I saw someone eating a rice dish and had complete plate envy. Let's just say, I'll be making a trip here often.",
"I am revising this review, I used to have a 5 star rating for this one, but the last few times I've visited Magasin I have been disappointed. I thought maybe they were having a bad day or two, but this time pushed me to do a new review. I don't know if it's because they are trying to cut costs in certain areas, but the quality is no where as good as it was when they first opened and it makes me sad. The shrimp in my spring roll were much smaller than they used to be, the chicken in the bun was over cooked and seemed like it was cooked, refrigerated, then re-warmed and the noodles were mushy. The last time I had pho, the noodles were mushy then too and the bean sprouts were all brown and just didn't look appetizing. Used to be that I would eat it all up till it was gone and wanted more, this time I threw most of it away, I couldn't stomach it. Pretty disappointing",
"Seem to still be going through growing pains but so far so good. Not like your normal Viet joint as it's pretty Americanized which I guess has it's place.\n\nSaturday night and they literally had a line out the door. They were out of pork belly and eggs (very disappointing since you don't find that on many menus), shrimp paste on sugarcane, etc. The server said they ran out of Pho yesterday! But a lot of potential and I am looking forward to going back!",
"VERY disappointing! I have been waiting in great expectation since October for this place to open and had the most disappointing Vietnamese meal of my life here. This place is very popular at the moment and it was packed full of people in the small space like a sardine can and I was sat in the tiniest baby chair I've ever attempted to sit in within the most cramped space I've ever attempted to eat in. This place looks a lot like a trendy gastropub and what a surprise they also serve stupid SMALL portions of food just like a stupid gastropub too. I was served the smallest serving of pho I've ever had in my life anywhere! They have one bowl size and it is smaller than the small size at all the other places in the area. If the size of the serving wasn't bad enough they dished out the bean sprouts and greens like they were made of gold and then only ONE slice of jalapeno. \n\nSo after this tiny snack I attempt to pay my bill and noticed that when I got my credit card slip back that somehow they added on TWO special coffee drinks to my tab that I didn't have. It took three times longer to take care of my bill than it did to eat and in the end all they could figure out was to just give me cash for the difference they had charged to my card. I don't like small portions and dainty little snacks and I don't like being crammed into a sardine can and then forced to sit in a baby chair. I'd be betting I probably won't be returning to eat the micro pho here so do yourself a favor and get a real bowl of pho elsewhere.",
"Four stars for the food.\nIf I could I would choose ZERO stars for the service.\nThis rating is a wake up call for the owners and a polite warning for interested customers.\nVegan pho! Very Good though more veggies please! Maybe some shredded carrots, brussel sprouts?\nService- HORRIBLE, really, HORRIBLE.\nClearly, 5 days into their new business, these guys have not a clue how to run the kitchen line. They told me Friday (Feb 24) they ran out of food during the dinner shift! Crazy, right?\nI came for Saturday lunch, alone. Ordered pho, sat at the counter, waited, waited, a woman sat next to me 10 minutes later and was served in 5 minutes. 15 minutes later, 25 minutes total, I was brought the pho. It was yummy.\nI overheard MANY who were waiting for To Go orders seemingly for over 30 minutes. The poor little waitress had a pile of bags and containers in front of her and couldn't match them to orders. The phone was ringing with callers who got home to discover that they didn't have all of their items. WOW.\nThe staff was nice, the waiter/ess cloyingly so. \"I'm sorry, I'm sorry, it's not our fault, we're trying, the food is really good...\" ad infinitum, really. Not exaggerating.\nExperienced restaurant owners know how to throttle back the order intake to help the kitchen line. These guys/gals do not.\nI'll return for the food, lower my expectations, maybe bring my iPad and write a novel until my meal is served.\nPrayers for Magasin and for those who don't read this before venturing in.\nIn the meantime, the owners should hand out \"We Goofed\" cards with credit for an entree on the next visit, comp a free meal for the current order and learn.",
"I heard about this place from a friend and checked it out for lunch yesterday. This place has only been open for a week, and it was packed. The cafe has a nice decor, and the staff are friendly. I like how part of the kitchen is open, so you can see the food being prepared. I ordered the combination pho, which was delicious. The broth was tasty, but I could have used a little more meat. The steamed pork buns looked yummy, and I am looking forward to coming back and trying some of the other items on the menu.\n\nSince the place is new and busy, service was a little slow. I think that will easily be ironed out with time. They take your order at the counter and then seat you, and I did notice that they got our neighbor's order wrong initially. Maybe seating customers first and then taking orders would prevent that problem in the future. \n\nOverall, I left the restaurant full and satisfied. This place is a great addition to Magazine street, and I can't wait to come back!",
"I've been waiting so long for this place to open!\n\nBright, airy and modern, it's a great spot to bring vegan and carnivores to enjoy fresh Vietnamese food. Within ORLEANS Parish! We had:\n\nGarlic Fried Tofu Vermicelli\nLemongrass Chicken Rice Plate\nShiitake Spring Rolls\nVeggie & Avocado Rolls\n\nService was fast and gracious. I can't wait to go back!\n\np.s. there's no liquor license yet, but hope springs eternal...",
"I am giving this place one star because I went here tonight to order takeout and stood in line for 10 minutes without moving or anyone acknowledging my presence or the presence of the people in front of me. There were only two people in line in front of me and we were all just standing there with no one helping anybody as about 5 staff members fluttered around, seemingly without taking notice of us. This place is a disorganized mess. Can't rate the food because I left out of severe aggravation before even trying it.",
"Perfect. Absolutely Perfect. And to top it off, nothing on the menu is over $10.00. AND it's BYOB... for now. They don't have a license yet. \n\nThe spring rolls are a must (bbq pork or lemongrass chicken). The dumplings are great. The po-boys are exceptional and about 4$ each and HUGE. The PHO is PHO-nomenal.... many different flavors to try."
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"Great gormet pizzas. Try the garden pizza with fresh kale, melty chunks of feta and basil... truly outstanding. The staff is super friendly and the space is very warm and cozy (fireplace, little candles, big converted house sitting up on the street). They have a writers' night once a month that I want to check out. However, it is very exepensive... $20 for a pizza!",
"PizzeReal isn't that expensive - $11 for a large pizza then your toppings are extra - you can get out of there for 2 people under $25 (with salad and drink and pizza!). However, it is the only red sauce based pizza I have had that does not give me heartburn. And, the salads are OHMYGODMELTYOURPANTSYUMMY.",
"I picked up a pizza here last night - sausage and basil for $14 + tax. The pizza was good, not exceptional, with a doughy crust and plenty of cheese. Unfortunately, some of the flavors (like the basil) didn't come through as well as I would have hoped. I think that this would have made an excellent breakfast snack, but we finished off the entire thing, so I won't know until next time.",
"Nothing personal, but if you gave this joint five stars, you wouldn't know good pizza if it introduced itself, showed you some I.D., beat your ass in the middle of the street, dragged your ass into the nearest tat parlor and had a picture of itself forever inscribed upon your bum and then autographed it in permanent marker in case your memory was a bit spotty when you came to.\n\nPizza tasted like it was straight from the microwave to your table. The atmosphere was \"pleasantly\" accented by some dreadful emo soundtrack that made me want to swallow the pizza without chewing and pray for death. The waitress seemed annoyed with our presence because apparently the one other table in the entire place was going to pay her bills. Awesome. Thanks.\n\nBoo.\n\nBoo and Hiss.",
"Definitely worth a try, super friendly service, nice ingredient list. I liked my pizza here way better than mellow mushroom. I went a little wild and ordered my veggies with bleu cheese instead of the traditional mozzarella. It was fantastic and very un Dominos, need I say more?",
"Given the location, building and staff, I really want to give this place a great rating. Unfortunately, the pizza just isn't impressive or unique enough to earn more than three stars.\n\nPizza Real is walking distance from Five Points, meaning it's surrounded by nothing but fantastic, popular little bars, shops and restaurants. It's decorated with local art (most of which is for sale) and has a very cool little dining area. The owner is really nice, and while he's accommodating and makes your pizza as quickly as can be expected, there aren't very many options. He only has one size (large), and aside from the typical list of toppings, there's virtually no diversity to the menu at all.\n\nSurprisingly, Pizza Real has a decent little selection of beers. Other than that, nothing on the menu impressed me. The owner's grandkids (or kids or nieces and nephews or something) were running around last time I went in, and that was really sweet. I love the vibe, but for the price you pay, you're not going to be especially impressed by your meal.",
"Uh-oh...if anyone had read my previous post on Pizzereal, it was super positive and I had thought they had the best pizza around. Well, now I need to change my review to just average based on my consequent visits back to pizzereal after my initial (seemingly) mind blowing experience.\nWhile I liked this place because the ambience is nice and the service is always super sweet, the pizza has kind of disappointed. The first time I had their pizza, the crust was tastily crispy. I had a mushroom pizza and all the ingredients just seemed to work well together from the pizza sauce to the cheese, mushrooms and tasty crust.\nI've gone back three times since and every single time the pizza has come out doughy, not crispy at all. I am so sad...is there not one single place around here that can offer tasty, crispy pizza?\nHowever, I still love their Greek salad - so delicious and I hear their shish kebabs are good, but I have yet to try them. Oh well...",
"If you are a fan of thinner crust, east-coast style pizza, try this place. Paul, the owner, is a Bostonian. To me, the true test of how good a pizza place is is how well they do the plain cheese version, and Paul's is very good-- wonderful, aromatic sauce, the right amount of cheese, and a crispy-chewy crust. Not quite Regina's-- but then what else is?",
"Pizza Real suffers from some consistency issues. I have been there on many occasions for both eat in and take out and sometimes it is just hit or miss. When it is on, its on. The garden pizza can not be beaten and has such a great combination of ingredients. When it is a miss, the pizza sucks, usually because there is not enough sauce or the pizza dough itself is too soft and flimsy. I do like their building and it provides ample outdoor space, although I think they could put some more plants or trees to make it more intimate out there... after all, East Nashville is not the most beautiful place in the world.",
"The quest for good pizza in east nashville will have to continue. I had high hopes for this place, but alas another miss. \nThis place looks like it should amazing, great decor, friendly staff, great location.... problem is the food is lackluster at best. I can't even decide if this is lack of creativity or just trying to dang hard. ugh. Maybe in time they till get it right but you are better off just getting a 3 crow bar pizza in the mean time."
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"Gringo nailed it! Before we dined, we wined. Their signature cocktail menu is different than the \"different\" cocktail menu you typically see. The Bolo Tie: Bulleit bourbon, muddled peach and mint... it was perfect! The wine selection is packed with $20-$30 bottles of choice bottles of wine with a few $40-$60 bottles if you're looking for something fancy. \n\nWhat we ordered: ceviche, calamari, cowboy steak, sliders & salmon \n\nCeviche portion was on the smaller side but the fish was perfect with a creamy touch of avocado. Served with crispy plantains instead of chips-- you eat with your eyes and then your mouth. \n\nThe calamari is breaded with a cornmeal/flour combo so you never have soggy squid. Their homemade spicy marinara is great, but personally, ask for a side of cocktail sauce. It's got the horseradish bite you crave with fresh seafood.\n\nSliders come with a verde sauce that compliments the sweet tang of the crispy coleslaw. The pulled pork is tender and fit for a little Hawaiin roll.\n\nCOWBOY STEAK. I wanted this. I didn't order this but once I tasted, I wanted this. Comes with a side and dry rub. I want this everyday for the rest of my life. \n\nThe salmon was flavorful and good but it was just that. Simple plating me leave you feeling cheated but you do get a side, and our choice was smoke sauteed mushrooms. Although delicious, they were simple and not very \"smoked\".\n\nOverall, our experience and food were fantastic. The staff and atmosphere all come together to create an experience and that's what matters. I'm looking forward to coming back and trying all the things I didn't get to try tonight.",
"The Gringo Grill and Cantina is the home of former Miguel's at La Posada. Our waitress, Kendra, was amazing. She was attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. She presented us with a lovely Agua Fresca/palette cleanser of strawberry, cilantro, and fennel. We ordered the Saguro Blossom and the Tree Frog. The Tree Frog was refreshing. The Saguro Blossom was good but I needed to wait awhile before driving because the alcohol content was intense. There were some great food experiences and some not so great. The Guacamole en Molcajete was very good. The Ensalada de Casa was good with a light lemon vinaigrette and a nice combination of soft and crunchy textures. The Carnitas Sliders with a green mole was excellent. We ordered the Grilled Cowboy Steak medium but it was served to us medium well. The steak was still decent and the rub was amazing. The Smashed Potatoes were so good, I didn't want to share them. We topped everything off with their Pineapple Basil Sorbet. That was lovely. The only thing we did not enjoy were the Tostones because they were flavorless and some were too hard to chew. Overall, it was a great food and dining experience.",
"Being previously acquainted with Miguel's, I was impressed by simply walking into the renovated Gringo Grill and Cantina. The remodeling of the restaurant was refreshing with an overall new look and feel to it. Their patio now has misters which makes the view of Tucson that much better! \nOff the cocktail menu, I ordered the Gila Monster. It was a nice combination of prickly pear fruit, cilantro, and tequila. I would definitely recommend this cocktail if you like sweet with a little twist! They also had so many creative cocktails that I look forward to trying in the future.\nRandy and Gabi were both at the bar, they were extremely welcoming and informative about the Gringo menu. They both recommended the Sonoran Burger as one of their favorite food items on the menu. Of course, I had to give it a go. The sauce had a very nice sweet jalapeno taste to it. I decided to order tostones instead of the fries and they were delicious! \nIf you are up for the challenge, the Desert Ghost is a must. While dining, someone actually finished their drink- they were rewarded with dinner for two and a free t-shirt! Overall, I was extremely happy with my experience at Gringo and I will definitely be coming back to try more of the menu!",
"Gringos has definitely made it onto my list of delicious restaurants in Tucson and will most definitely come back soon. The restaurant was recently renovated and has a very good vibe to it. The staff is incredibly welcoming and I even got to interact with the executive chef as well as the manager - something that rarely happens in restaurants. I started off with some tostones (fried plaintain chips) which tasted very good. However, what I was most interested in was the main entree. I ordered a sonoran burger and it completely blew my mind. It has a special jalapeño sauce which adds just the right combination of spicy and sweet to the burger. The bartenders, Gabi and Randy, also suggested the Tree Frog drink which was a mixture of blueberries, cucumber, mint, and rum. It was definitely refreshing especially after working all day. \n\nIf you are on this side of town, from out of town, or in for a drive, I highly recommend making a stop at Gringos for a vibrant atmosphere, delicious drinks and extraordinary food!",
"The evening started out with a cocktail at the bar, then dinner...and incredible dinner it was...4 course to be exact. 1st was a bowl of chicken soup followed by #2 enchiladas, 3 Cod with Mashed Potato's and 4 Tres Leche cake. Amazingly wonderful presentation, knowledgable wait staff and friendly atmosphere.",
"Update - Had to come back in and up these guys a star - just because we went to another new place tonight that just made us want to go back to Gringo's. . . . \n\nI'm actually torn between 3 and 4 stars. (Husband was a fan so he votes for 4 but I'm the wife so I get the say.) Will have to go back a time or two - which definitely says its worth going back for. (Good location and really comfortable vibe.)\n\nBeer - Sleepy Dog Milk Stout on draft/draught - can't go wrong with that. (Would give any place kudos just for that.) Would like to see a few more draft beer choices (but at least they made one good choice that rated high with me).\n\nFood - Split the calamari and the Sonoran burger. Calamari was good - we \"are\" in the desert so I try not to be too critical of the seafood - but it was good. I prefer my calamari with tartar sauce (rather than a cocktail-type sauce) but that's my fault for not speaking up. I'm sure they would have been accommodating - it felt that way. Sonoran burger was good as well - loved the jalapeno jam. (Huge burger even when you're splitting.) Fries were great - fresh cut. Really nice flavor - and cute basket for presentation. All in all - very satisfied. \n\nService - Hostess (and everyone) was very friendly. You could tell they are excited to be open. Bartender was friendly and talkative - not overly so - which was nice. Burger came out before the calamari though - but we didn't specify - and they're newly opened - so they're working on it. But - it all felt good.\n\nSo - yeah - gonna give 'em 3 - but gonna go back and try more things on the menu and see how they work this out. Pullin' for them.",
"An absolutely wonderful new restaurant! The staff are courteous and attentive, almost all of the drinks have been hand crafted and are delicious along with an extensive wine list. The food was exceptional! Had a steak and it melted in my mouth. Top notch in all regards, truly a fine dining experience.",
"What a nice place for dinner! It was just my girlfriend and I. Our server was very helpful with the menu. For apps, I had the mussels and the GF had the Caesar salad with chicken. Great portions for apps and reasonable prices. My mussels were fresh and had a tasty chorizo broth, but the sausage was different than the chorizo I normally eat. I guess it is Spanish chorizo. Nicely seasoned chicken with the salad. \n\nI had the pork sliders and the GF had the Sonoran burger. Both were bursting with flavor. Great with fries. Food came out fast. I would have liked a little more sauce on my sliders. Burger was cooked to my GFs liking. \n\nWe didn't not stay for dessert. Would love to come back for cocktails when I'm not on call. I'm not sure if I would be brave enough for the spicy drink our waiter was talking to us about. \n\nMy only dislike was the shot of water or juice or whatever it was that we got prior to our food. Pumpkin water is not for me. I can't imagine a lot of people liking it. \n\nOverall 4 stars. We will be back.",
"This was our family's first dinner at Gringo's. It was headed for a 5-star rating. Guacamole app was generously portion. Our entrees were good. I got Latino salad and my wife got enchiladas. My 3-yr-old got cheeseburger which was large for child's portion. Everything was going really well; ambience, drinks, and service. At end of meal, the check was a little slow. Then server and kitchen lost leftover cheeseburger. Did not offer anything except for sincere apology.",
"Had dinner on the great balcony at Gringos on Saturday night. Very nice wine for a reasonable price, my husband had the 'Tucson' cocktail which he said was really good. I had the 'Fish of the Moment' a very nicely done filet, crispy on the outside and moist and delicious on the inside. My husband had the Sonoran burger, which was perfectly done. My side was the smashed potatoes, which stayed hot in the little casserole, and my husband had the cassoulet, which he loved. The cost was really reasonable, service was great and ambiance was really nice. We will definitely be back!!"
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"It's really sad to hear that the Val Rio Diner in Phoenixville will soon be closing it's doors forever. The famous cult classic, The Blob, with Steve McQueen was filmed there in the 1950's. When I drove by it last week, the parking lot was almost empty, the place looked forlorn and the sign \"Walgreens Coming Soon\" was placed prominently by the street.\n\nI'm a big fan of the classic diner, and while the Val Rio is gone, there are many that are thriving and important parts of towns and neighborhoods around suburban Philly. One such diner is Daddypops, located in downtown Hatboro. \n\nDaddypops is a 1940's diner that has been preserved perfectly by it's owners. Small, crowded, with a great staff that never makes you wait for menus and coffee, Daddypop's is my perfect way to start the day (I loved to be called \"Hon\" by strangers.) The food is really good and the helpings will force you to \"Homer Simpson\" your slacks. My wife thinks the pancakes are the best around, and she is a flapjack maven. Only quibble that keeps this from a five-star review is the fact that smoking is allowed in this small space. Great for puffers and it does keep the old ways alive and well; nothing like coffee and cigarettes, as Jim Jarmusch would attest to. But for most people nowadays, it's a turnoff.\n\nBut please don't let that stop you from stopping by in the AM and getting a taste of Americana Maybe they can shoot The Blob remake their sometime soon.",
"The best breakfast place in the area (that I've found) with all your standard diner breakfast foods: eggs, pancakes, sausage, etc. There tends to be a pretty long line on weekends, so get there early.",
"When I was a smoker- this place STILL irritated my sinuses and eyes.\nWhen I say smoky, I mean you will leave this place smelling like the bottom of an ashtray. But that said- they have the best pancakes in the suburbs! I loved them so much I begged the owner for the recipe to no avail... nope. I know they use allspice and flour, but the rest is lost.\n\nThese are most excellent because:\n1. They are so light and fluffy!\n2. the way the butter sinks into them\n3. the Allspice!\n4. they melt in your mouth\n\nAside from the stellar pancakes, the decor inside of this silver trailer kinda thingie is cool. They have old barber chairs as seats, and the waitresses are oldschool cool. Gotta love the extra order of \"hun\" and \"doll\" served up here in Hatboro PA!",
"My favorite Diner. And they just went no smoking. thanks PA government.\nWe lived in Hatboro for 2 years, and found this little gem. It is totally old school diner grub. Greasy, grimey and always a line out the door. Even in the winter time. Get there early, eat fast and sleep the rest of the morning.",
"A friend recommended Daddy Pop's when I told her I'd be in the Hatboro area for breakfast one morning, and man am I glad she did. This is a diner the way they're meant to be: retro & cozy with DELICIOUS food. Seriously. Let's be honest - too often \"diner food\" is synonymous with cheap shit food, but the breakfast I got here was crazy tasty. The Daddy Duo comes with two huge fluffy melt in your mouth pancakes, eggs, crispy bacon, and sausage links so big you could throw 'em on a roll and call them lunch on their own. I was starving and barely managed to get through half. The coffee is really good, too.\n\nThe only down side was the service was a liiiittle slow. The place was clearly packed with regulars, and our waitress had to chat them all up before she got around to taking our order. Once she did our food came out in 5 minutes flat though, so I can't complain.\n\nWe were here on a Saturday around 9:30 and were able to snag one of the few open booths, but by 10 a line out the door was quickly building - get there early, it's worth it!",
"Husband and I watched Triple D with GF at the helm.\nThe diner featured that night... Daddypops...what caught our attention \nPennsylvania home made scrapple. Husband raised on it.\nKids raised on it. We're both hooked to watch intently.\nHusband eyes were tearing up at the thought of his beloved scrapple, his mom hadn't been able to make it for the last several years.\nI said \"I'll go honey and bring it home to you.\" we live in Calif.\nI went, all excited, sat down and ordered with pridefulness and authority\nin my voice the home made Scrapple. Guess what's NOT home made?\nSo all that way cross country for nothing as I can buy it online if I want manufactured.\nI ordered whatever breakfast annoyed to say the least. I asked well , \"what should I order\"? I was told the blueberry pancakes, got 'em real good so, not a complete waste of time. Is this where I say I've been back 3 times?",
"If you like diners with character, this is a great place to visit. I visited around Halloween, and the whole place was decorated, including an elaborate setup next to the lobby. I really love the vintage items that have obviously been there for decades - check out the vintage cigarette vending machine with old cigarettes on display.\n\nThe food is delicious and satisfying. I had a really great vegetable omelet. The menu items could mostly be categorized as comfort food. There are very few light menu options. There also aren't many veggie-friendly options. Otherwise it's a really great place.",
"My wife and I come here every free Saturday we have. The pancakes are a perfect blend of flavor and fluff. We always walk in hungry and leave full on less than $20. Great service, great people.",
"Fried Oreos. Kielbasa for breakfast. \nCozy. \nThe waitresses make you feel like you're at home (but don't ask you to do the dishes). They have flapjacks! And grits. \nWhen I leave, I feel loved.",
"Haven't been here in quite some time, but the first thing that caught my eye was the trolley car-esque exterior, and being one who loves retro diners, I knew I had to check it out, so I came in with my dad one day. Once you get inside, it's so homey and it reminds you of those neighborhood diners you see in movies and on TV, and from what I recall, the food was half decent. I need to go back there soon!"
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"Ordered the Pho noodle soup with steak. Excellent - authentic with fresh basil, bean sprouts, lime on the side. Someone in my group had the Vermicelli with chicken. Really tasty with side of fish sauce, chopped nuts, all the traditional trimmings. Another in my group ordered the rice bowl with steak. It was a huge serving of white rice and a nice portion of grilled steak with veggies.\nThey've only been open in this place one week. A lot of people were in there eating, no one was disappointed. Gotta try the spring rolls next time! Plenty of choices to please anyone on the menu!",
"As you'll see by my profile I almost exclusively review pho places, I eat it at least twice a week. Having eaten at Vietnamese restaurants all throughout the Pacific Northwest, I feel relatively qualified to give this review. Hopefully management reads it and reacts. \n\nWhen I walk in at 11:30 today I was ignored for roughly 5 minutes. Left standing at the front without any acknowledgement whatsoever. The two lady's working the front we grumpy, and not personable. Not what you'd except from a new restaurant trying to build a good reputation. So, management, step one. Train your staff to be pleasant, or hire new staff (Side note... I heard one lady refer the the hoisin as the \"brown sauce\" ).\n\nI eventually just asked if I could sit anywhere and I was looked at like I had 3 heads....apparently I was supposed to walk up to the counter and order....my bad. \n\nI had the beef pho (#8) and it was ok. The broth was good as was the beef, not mind blowing, but also not terrible. I would give the pho a 3/5. Some more tips for the owners:\n\n-More than one size option. \n-Chili paste at the table. \n-The basil on my side plate was wilted and old, use fresh basil. \n-The lime on my side plate was the size of quarter, would have been nice to actually get some lime juice. \n\nIf you made it this far, and are looking for great Pho, go to Pho Le on broadway, it is easily the best in Boise if not the PNW. It's worth the drive! \n\nI will try this place again as it's close to home and I'll be interested to see if they react to any suggestions. More to follow.",
"Let's just say... I'm a phó connoisseur. I travel quite a bit and always look for a good authentic Vietnamese place to eat. So far, ths is the best one I have found. Although I haven't tried but a couple in the Boise area. \nThese guys have only been open about a week and a half. At first, it seemed a bit Americanized to me because the menu did not list the dishes by the traditional Vietnamese names. However, they did offer tendon in one of their Phó choices. ...which was a good sign. The other good sign was that fish sauce was readily available on the table as a condiment. ...a sure sign that the place is run by Vietnamese and not Chinese folks trying to \"attempt\" Vietnamese, which is what I have found in most places in Idaho and Utah. \nThe meal was good. But the tendon could have cooked a bit longer and the brisket sliced a bit thinner. \nOverall I was happy with my meal and will come back again. As I said before, it's the best I've found in Boise so far. \nGive it a try!",
"I was so excited to find out that a new Vietnamese restaurant just opened near where we live. I checked out Yelp beforehand, and was pleasantly surprised to see that they had bun bo hue on the menu and couldn't wait to try their version. We stopped by for lunch and ordered the spring rolls, my son had the BBQ pork ban mi, my husband ordered the pho #9 which has everything on it, and I found out that the bun bo hue was no longer on the menu. The girl at the counter said they took it off the menu since no one ever ordered it. I wasn't too surprised since this is Meridian, Idaho, so I ordered my 2nd choice, the vermicelli noodle bowl with grilled pork and spring rolls instead. My son and husband ordered boba drinks as well but the drinks here were very watered down and nothing like the creamy boba drinks they are used to getting. I don't think the person making the drinks knew what they were doing since it came last, about 10 min after we were already eating. Now the actual food review: The spring rolls were not cooked through. The pork was still pink and slightly slimy when you took a bite- of course we didn't eat them. Next, my son's sandwich was not BBQ pork, but a pork of some kind with pate. Also, it usually comes on a crispy baguette, but this was a briefly microwaved hoagie bun. He didn't like it, but ate it anyway since his sandwich came about 10 min after my husband's and my order did. The #9 pho with everything on it was a serious disappointment. The broth was so bland that adding hoisin and sriracha didn't even add much flavor to it. They didn't bring any lime, basil, or bean sprouts which traditionally comes with pho, but we weren't sure if they knew that or not. It had some tendons but not the soft melting kind you normally get, and he only had 2 kinds of beef and no meatballs. Lastly, my vermicelli noodles were actually hot. Usually they're cool and comes with lots of lettuce and carrots but this was mediocre topped with partially cooked spring rolls on top. I really wanted to like this place, and maybe it's too early to be critical, but my husband actually said it was the worst pho he has ever eaten. We have been fortunate to have good Vietnamese food in Seattle and Portland and are always searching for some place to get decent Vietnamese food (or any Asian food for that matter) in Boise. I'm going to check out Pho Le since another reviewer said they have good Vietnamese food and I'm still craving bo bun hue! For those of you looking for a yummy ban mi, head to Baguette Deli- the house special is my favorite sandwich and my family swears they have the best boba drinks. And for those of you craving pho, you can buy the pho broth concentrate, fresh pho noodles and meatballs in the refrigerated section of your nearest Asian market (there's 3 that I regularly go to since I can't find everything I'm looking for in one store!). Grab some cilantro, Thai basil, lime, bean sprouts and jalapeños, and voila! - pho at home!",
"Folks, there is a brand new Phó restaurant in Meridian! They just open their door last month. They're located on the Kohl Plaza, behind Walgreens.\nWe came in at 4:30 for a late lunch. We were the only costumers there. You go to the counter to order your food, pay, and after that they will deliver your food to your table. \nWe ordered a bowl of beef Pho, a rice dish that comes with a piece of pork chop and a fried egg, and Iced Vietnamese lattes. I was so excited to come and give this restaurant a try, but I was sadly disappointed. That was the worst Pho that I have ever eaten. The broth is just tasteless, but I can't pin point what ingredients are missing. Probably most of them because the broth lacks flavor. I don't even know how they can screw up the broth that bad. \nThe rice dish was a disappointment. When I took my first bite of the rice I found chucks of dry/old rice. I wasn't too happy with paying $9 for old rice and a dried pork chop. \nMy iced Vietnamese coffee was actually made from Starbucks's coffee beans. It doesn't taste like Iced Vietnamese coffee what so ever. Very bland, doesn't have that strong coffee taste like Vietnamese coffee is supposed to taste! \nI really want to like this place, but I sadly won't be back.",
"I'm eating here right now, and I am enjoying my food. I ordered the chicken phó with a Coke, and it tastes great. I would have made it five stars, but I could have used a wee bit more chicken in the phó and limes auto-included.\n\nI have eaten phó at many restaurants throughout SoCal and beyond, an it's as good as those places. I am not sure what the hassle folks were giving this restaurant.\n\n\nYou order and pay at the counter, then they bring out your food. I brought my Game Boy to amuse myself while I waited (pictured :P), and I wasn't able to get too far into playing when they brought my phó out. It came with the usual additions, but o had to ask for limes, which yielded what would be considered \"extra\" in other restaurants.\n\nThe broth was beef-flavored and savory, quite nice. The noodles are cooked to perfection, also. The chicken is the star, though. It is tender and well-flavored. I wish there was more, though, which would make it an even better value. \n\nWhile I was writing this, Colleen the owner was walking around checking the restaurant, and I introduced myself. She was friendly and warm, a nice woman. \n\nThe employees she hires are younger and in high school, but the young man who took my order was real polite and friendly.\n\nI say give them a try, and see if you like it. I whole-heartedly recommend the chicken phó",
"I made an order to go and they said it would take about 20 minutes, it ended up being almost 50 minutes. \n\nThe pho was actually really gross. It had the most odd flavor for beef pho. It almost seemed like it was watered down. \n\nWe really wanted to like this place but unfortunately, we will not be back :-( \n\nTwo stars for effort?",
"Great food and service!!! Will definitely be coming back!!! I know some other people are complaining about wait time but we waited only about 10 minutes.",
"The food wasn't terrible, but wasn't great either. I had steak pho which tasted ok, but they skimped on toppings and the basil was so wilted is was barely recognizable and the bean sprouts were slimy. The service was seriously lacking. I never once was asked if I wanted water or anything else to drink, and I had to ask twice just to get a fork. Then they forgot to put in my appetizer order so I waited 40 minutes for spring rolls, which came long after my entree. I won't be going back.",
"We ordered 3 sandwiches to go...It took over half hr to be made & it wasn't crowded..The sandwiches were good & the price was good. But just a bit too long to wait..The Place on Franklin has your sandwiches made by the time you sit & wait. hoping this is just because they are just newly opened.."
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"Ultimate El Charro? I wouldn't go that far. I was there a couple nights ago to take in the tastes and the new 'burger' was greasy and rather uninteresting and out of place for a 'Mexican' restaurant.\n\nMy wife had the steak tacos which came in an odd 2 tortilla per taco format. I took a bite, and it was delicious! I seriously regreted listening to our server and trying the new thing.\n\nWe were seated in the middle of the restaurant, so the 'views' just werent there. The decor is nice, but more new age, not old mexican.\n\nI have been to all 5 El Charro's and the original downtown location is still the better, even with an odd running staff(servers and management seem to be all over the place at times) For the price, you could get food that tastes just as good for less, you just have to know where to go in town.\n\nMexican food is hard to judge because if you've grown up with 'home mexican' cooking, all others seem a bit different and odd at times. El Charro has some really good hits, and should stay with that formula.\n\nBest to you all,\nRafael",
"really nice place,good service, so so food,flavors nothing special.",
"Um...the kitchen closes at 9 PM on a Saturday. I know there are alot of geezers in this part of town, but at least keep it open until 10 for us who are under 70. 9 PM on a Saturday night? I got the feeling it was just the cooks and staff itching to get out and hang with their friends.",
"I've been to El Charro several times for dinner. I have high standards when I dine out, so return visits say a lot. \n\nI like the food, although I find it a little dumbed down for gringos. The service is usually mediocre, which puts it on par with most places in this town. \n\nMy favorite item is the Enchiladas del Mar. We often go with other people so I get to sample other things. Nearly always, everyone leaves satisfied. \n\nI recently tried them for brunch and highly recommend it. Their prices were very reasonable for the location and the food exceeded expectations and even the service was excellent. \n\nSimply put, its the best option for Mexican food in this corner of town. It is surviving in a spot where all others have come & gone. \n\nRead the other El Charro reviews - its basically the same place. (not sure why this one is labeled Ventana and not Cafe) I've dined at other locations too and was happy when they opened near me. Its a Tucson staple for decades for good reason.",
"This is an absolutely average Mexican restaurant, with above average prices. \n\nWe went in on a Friday night very excited to try El Charro for the first time after hearing so much about it for such a long time. There was a short wait for a table, and the place really wasn't busy for it being 7:00 on a friday. I guess this part of town is mainly older folks. \n\nChips and salsa were great, but I especially liked the red salsa. It had a great garlicy taste to it and I enjoyed about two bowls of it. We both ordered margaritas, which were average. They get points for not fucking it up, like some places manage to do. My main dish, which I figure to be their signature, the Carne Seca Chimichanga, was just weird. If you've ever had the shredded beef jerky that comes in the snuff tin, you'll know what I'm talking about. El Charro's Carne Seca IS beef jerky out of a snuff tin. Same texture, same smell, same taste. It reminded me of when I used to go to Circle K down the street with a couple quarters when I was 12 and thats all I could afford. YUCK!\n\nOur server was very nice, but quite forgetful when we asked the zip code (wanted to find a close bar on my iPhone and needed the zip.) \n\nAnd this is a bugaboo of mine, if someone consumes ALL of a drink and there is not a charge for an additional drink, REFILL IT. They have a policy where they ask you if you want a refill on your water. I fucking drank it all... shouldn't that tell you I'd like to have more? If my glass is full, chances are I'm not enjoying it and you don't need to offer more. Be empowered enough to fill my fucking water glass without bothering me in the middle of my meal asking me if I want more. This is especially annoying when I am drinking a glass in about 10 seconds while eating salsa. If I'm drinking it that fast, fuck you, I want some more. The same rule applies for soda. If I drink it, fill it up. If I don't drink it, ignore it.\n\nIs this not easy?",
"My husband and I love El Charro and especially the one at Sunrise and Kolb. The ambiance is nice. The patio is great. And the food is superb. I can't decide if I like the Carne Seca or the chicken adobo best.",
"Great food, fine facility. Been coming to El Charro since 1968. I am happy that they put a cafe out where I live. The location had been the scene of many restaurant disasters but now we have a real keeper.\n\nI have always enjoyed their tacos and carne seca. The new recipes particularly the adobo chicken are new favorites. My favorite are mole dishes. My wife's favorite are the Adobo dishes. The menu is always improving without losing any of the dishes we have enjoyed. \n\nThe corner at Kolb and Sunrise has a respectable selection of restaurant choices.",
"The 5-star ratings that some have given to this place are a prime example of the problem with sites like Yelp...many of the reviewers are simply not discriminating and have no taste. If it wasn't for the decent facility and friendly service, I would have given El Charro one star. The only flavor detectable in anything I had was salt, and loads of it.\n\nThe tortilla soup was salty but bland, the carne seca tacos were bland and dry, the rice was bland, the mojito was one of the worst I've ever had. I don't live in Tucson, but I have to think there are plenty better places around. Taco Bell or Del Taco would be a better choice, and much cheaper; in fact Lean Cuisine Enchilada Suiza would be a better choice.\n\nCome on Yelp reviewers, save the four and five star ratings for only the very best, most ambitious places. And if you grew up eating SpaghettiO's and Kraft Mac & Cheese, and think Applebee's is gourmet dining, please just don't leave a review, because you're ruining if for everyone.",
"Easy to dislike anyplace this popular, and a (small) chain to boot. But the banderas relleno is the best I've had from Dallas to Guadalajara to San Diego. Service is attentive, drinks are generous, and yes, you can get cheaper Mexican food, but the quality is terrific. Eat here regularly try something new every time, and have never been disappointed.",
"I am new to the area and went here based on the Yelp ratings......and it was so worth it! I had the best tamales and there were some fabulous choices on the menu. I hope I try something new when I come back but have a sneaking suspicion that I'll be back for more of the \"tamales suprema\". Fabulous."
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"I stopped in on the fly when I saw the awning announcing \"cookies\". Decided it'd be good to grab some cookies for the hubby. The store front is fairly small, just a register and a display case that wasn't as full as I thought it would be. But it was towards the end of the day and their big business is catering and made to order cookies. The back of the shop is dedicated to the cookie baking and catering organizing.\n\nI ordered a few oatmeal chocolate chip and what looked like a chocolate chocolate chip cookie. The cookies are pretty pricey, but I figured what they heck it's worth a taste.\n\nThe oatmeal chocolate chip are good, nothing crazy amazing. Now, the chocolate chocolate chip is outta this world good. They were so fudgy and moist. It tastes like one big chocolate chip, good stuff!",
"We saw this storefront while driving by and in dire need of an afternoon pick me up, decided to stop in. There's not much more to this store than what the name implies, cookies. I was hoping to have a latte or something along with my treat but they only offered some bottled sodas, Vitamin water and regular coffee. \n\nNo matter, we picked up a couple cookies to-go. They only have a couple of seats inside and out so it's not really an ideal place to plop down for a good amount of time. I had the key lime hand pie and it was unlike any cookie I've ever had (in a good way). It was a sugar cookie with creamy key lime frosting in the middle. I also tried a bite of Colleen's Chocolate Chip cookie that was equally delicious. \n\nIf you're in need of cookies to bring to a party or just really craving a good snack this is a good place to go. They had a ton of variety from peanut butter chocolate chip to gooey butter cookies. The also had brownies, rice krispie bars, ice cream sandwiches and scones if you're not the cookie type. Which is just too bad.",
"Thank you!! I was in a jam and you really came through. I needed plain brownies on short notice and you all were amazing. Baking me a fresh batch that were exactly what I needed. And very tasty! Thanks again.",
"I stopped by Colleen's Cookies for some dessert for our picnic at the Whitaker Summer Music Festival at MoBot. I got a box of 6-7 different cookies and they were all very tasty. The standout was the lemon ricotta - yumm!!\n\nI'd definitely go back to Colleen's for some cookies-to-go. It was a convenient stop, quick stop and there was a lot to choose from. Their iced shortbread cookies are their specialty and they are adorable!",
"This was one of the first places we tried since moving to the area and I have to say I'm already addicted to the Browned Butter cookie, featuring chocolate and toffee chips. The ginger cookie is also moist and perfect for a snack or dinner party. Colleen's has such a wide variety of sweets, mainly cookies, that I think anyone with a sweet tooth would be delighted by the selection they offer. \n\nThey had samples when I stopped in and I asked for a sample of something they didn't have and they were happy to oblige. That's what I call good customer service!",
"I am ABSOLUTELY addicted to their hand pies (particularly the raspberry ones). The people here are super friendly and the prices are really reasonable. I also love what they've done with the new place (much more spacious and nicely decorated). I will be coming here a lot on my way home from work I am sure.",
"Are you telling me I have to put up with ANOTHER coffee spot close to my house? One that sells cookies and tons of sweets, and that has an adorably comfortable atmosphere? It's a hard life, I tell you. I'm not sure why it took me so long to get here, but I'm certainly glad I finally made it over.\n\nIf you need a hostess gift (or really a gift for anything), Colleen's is the perfect place. They have a ton of decorative cookies that fit any theme. You can also imagine my excitement when a check-in offer popped up for a percentage off of their ice cream cookie sandwiches! They have a huge variety of them and I'm not sure how I was able to resist. We settled on splitting a gooey butter cake cookie which was great. Also: Intelligentsia Coffee. Be still my beating heart.\n\nI will be back within days for an ice cream cookie sandwich. And maybe a hand pie. Or a butter cookie. \n\nYou get the point.",
"If I could give half stars I would be giving 3 &1/2. The reason I wouldn't give 4 stars is because I wasn't overly thrilled with my raspberry scone. I thought I liked it at first. The raspberry was a bit too gooey for me. I am sure when I go back I will change my review after having more food items to rate. On the other hand my latte was delicious. They offer almond milk in addition to soy here & I love that.",
"It's really too bad because this place looks so cute and the service was great, but the food, and especially the cookies, were not very good. I ordered a turkey sandwich, which was fine but unremarkable. I also tried the campfire cookie and a toffee cookie which were really disappointing. The campfire one was particularly bad--like I threw it out halfway through because it was so bad. Go elsewhere to satisfy your sweet tooth.",
"My friend brought me a scone from here as part of a birthday treat. So, this review is really about how great the scone was. (Sorry I can't comment on how great the decoration or the interior of the place is). I tried one of their scones which had nutella in the filling and had an orange peel glaze. Soooo good :) The scone was buttery and had a little crispness to it. It was extremely moist and just a little sweet. In my humble opinion, the orange peel glaze was the best part. Light, refreshing, and barely sweet. This scone was the perfect start to a great morning!"
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"What a surprise to have Sang Kee open up a smaller spot near the art museum! We ordered a bunch of dim sum plates and General gsos chicken. The dim sum was all tasty and fresh. The spicy calamari and bbq pork dumplings were especially fantastic, but the traditional pork dumplings were underwhelming. General gsos chicken was delicious! Service was attentive and quick. Even though the menu is smaller than neighboring Cho Cho San, the food is superior. Will definitely go back!",
"We ordered takeout after reading that this restaurant was from the owners of the University City Sangkee. We ordered a dim sum combo, beef chow fun, and fish with ginger and scallion.\n\nThe woman who took our order and prepared the order was maybe the nicest woman I've ever encountered. She was thorough and double checked everything. My husband picked up the order and said the makeover of the space was well done, so we will pay a visit with our toddler soon!\n\nThe food was excellent! We are thrilled to have this addition in the neighborhood! The dim sum was excellent, which we were surprised by. The beef chow fun was great and compared to the one at the UC Sangkee, and the fish was what we expected but nothing mind blowing.\n\nWe will be gaining lots of weight thanks to this establishment! But happy weight! :)",
"We live right across the street, so I was so happy for Dim Sum & Noodle to open! Just had our first meal there, it was great. They did a great job remodeling and service was good. Very friendly staff, can't wait to go back with a bottle of wine (BYOB!).",
"Highly recommend and it's a BYOB too! A welcome new addition to the Art Museum / Fairmount section of the city.",
"Absolute worst customer service ever. When I arrived it was complete mayhem. There were a number of other customers clearly upset about their food or wait time. I waited a few minutes before I could grab someone's attention, and ask if our order was ready. I was told 10 minutes, and they were busy. After waiting about 15-20 I asked if it would be much longer, and the lady asked what we ordered. I showed her the same webpage confirmation that I showed the first guy I spoke with. She walked away, and came back a few minutes later telling me they didn't receive the order and it would be 45 minutes to an hour. At this point I was annoyed due to the situation and asked if there was a way to expedite the order, and was given a stern \"no\" because it's not their fault. Not their fault?? I wasn't blaming anyone, but who else's fault could it be?!?! This is a simple situation that could have been handled easily, but the FOH staff had no interest in doing so. Note: there were a number of complaints about the food from two tables while I was waiting too.",
"So good. We are fans of the other SangKee restaurants, so when this one opened up near our house, we went first chance we got. For our first meal, we got a selection of dumplings to go. Everything was tasty, still warm when we got home to eat and very filling for cheap. (On the dim sum menu, figure on getting two $5 dishes per person.)\n\nThe space is nice looking -- bright and airy -- and the woman manning the counter was super sweet to my toddler and gave us accurate info on when the order would be ready (which gave me a chance to plan how to occupy him until we could pick it up). \n\nThrilled to have this addition to the local scene. We will be back many, many times I am sure.",
"This is a great addition to the neighborhood which I hope the neighborhood supports and keep around for a long time. The menu is small ( because the concept is Dim Sum & Noodles) so you wont get your usual americanized chinese food which is great. The food we had was delicious and frankly, this will be my go to spot if I can't trek it to Chinatown.",
"We just tried this restaurant for take out because we enjoy other Sang Kee restaurants. The food was excellent and the woman who handled my order was lovely. I'm a vegetarian and there were a lot of choices. I am thrilled to have such a delicious chinese option in my neighborhood.",
"Getting a strong feeling of Deja Vu. It feels like I've been here before but in an alternate universe. Lol\n\nCame here when it was Chicken Bowl. Vast improvement by all means. Sit down or take away. Best option around for miles. \n\nComing back to try more off of this menu. Why is it so familiar? Lol",
"I would have given it 5 stars if it weren't for the fact that they didn't come through with a reservation we made like a week in advance, or rather did not come through the way it was requested. We needed a table of 15 and were told they could accommodate us, but when we arrived, two tables were set up. When asked why, they said they were too small to accommodate a large table like that. So then they should have told us that in the first place! Of course we were able to move the tables around where we ended up being accommodated and were able to sit at one big table after all, but no thanks to the staff... Food is good, prices are good, service is ok... They always seemed a little confused. I would go back there but most likely they can handle a small group a lot better than larger ones."
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"Bad and slow service. Main course was sitting out to long before being served. (dried out)",
"Haven't been there in a while, first the menu was uninspiring. I ordered tortellini, my wife and son pasta Alfredo. My dish was good but the Alfredo tasted like nothing. Service was poor, we all decided the Alfredo from pizza hut was better and we would not return again. When you compare prices, I would go to Macaroni Grill before going to Olive Garden. Even the bread from Olive garden can't compete Macaroni grill or even pizza hut!",
"I used to like Olive Garden up in New York....well now I'm in FL I guess not anymore.\nI loved Olive Garden because of their great food and good service. \n\nWell at this location, the server was not friendly and warm welcoming....rather intimidating :( The food was just aweful. Everything tasted so less than mediocre. I can cook better than that. My pasta was kind of cold on the bottom too. And trust me, when they say seafood linguini, there is very little seafood in it. \nThe presentation of the food was also very poor. Obviously the chef does not care how his food taste or look, and either the manager or the staffs. \n\nThis place needs a serious makeover on everything.",
"After 2 years of bad reviews this olive garden \nStill hasn't changed. The food is frozen and tasteless!\nPizza hut has better pasta which isn't saying much.\nDon't waste your money. This place is horrible!!",
"I got dragged here against my will because I consider the Olive Garden a supplier of pasta and sauce - nothing more. And it didn't disappoint. I ordered from the right side of menu hoping for more than that and ordered the Steak Gorgonzola Alfredo. What showed up was huge bowl of Alfredo covered pasta with 4 half-dollar sized steak medallions. Very uninspired and tired especially if you think Italian food is more than a bowl of flavored pasta.",
"Well, I did find it to be moderately good but the chicken looked like it had been pre-cooked and re-warmed. That said, it tasted fine and I ate it all. They have a full bar and good service. It was a large group with separate checks and they didn't mind. I liked the bread and salad. They have a gluten-free menu. Parking can be a problem.",
"March 12th 2012 the day of my beautiful birthday. My sweet aunt took time out of her day and picked me up after a fun filled birthday filled with interviews for a job and took me to one of my favorite places to eat. I always get the same thing and its always good and the endless bread and salad is always a plus. Some of my cousins my aunt and myself came to this Olive Garden because its the closest near besides the one that had to evacuate. \n\nIt was nice and peaceful not that many people and we seemed the loudest lol... Damn puerto ricans lmao. Then of course they came out with the happy birthday cake to me. I really dont like chocolate cake but it was pretty good. Thanks again titi for making my birthday dinner a good one.",
"Well a friend and I went yesterday for lunch ... we got all you can eat soup and salad combo .... caffateria anyone? The bread sticks were salty ... the wait staff all served us but out own server ... \nat one point I believe Mil walked towards us saying \"ok what do we need?\" .. are you talking to me?\nI also ordered the cheese fonduta which I must say was perfect ... the mix of cheeses was delicious ...\nwe shared a bowl of salad and upon refilling it asked if we would like the older salad added to it and considering we had to ask for extra dressing because she didnt add enough the first time that was a big no ....\n\nWhen we went to leave we both had paid cash at the table and were just walking out the door as the same waitress asked us \"are we all set ladies?\" .... how about thanks for coming or did you enjoy your lunches? \n\nI will not be returning here ...",
"Went here along time ago for lunch. Breadsticks and salad OMG love em just love em. The soup was also good. I have never experienced bad food from this Olive Garden, but as a few of the reviews said already the waitress we had the misfortune to be linked to was.........so incredibly should not be a waitress. We barely saw her and when we did we wished we didn't. We kept watching this one waitress at the other table who was funny and just plain out good at her job! Wishing we had been that lucky. We wondered why when we sat down our waitresses card (where you can request her next time) was still on the table. We found out too late. \nI will go back here but should that same waitress come strolling up to the table I will request a different table or waitress.",
"Its a chain what can I say.. overall the service and food was great. Fast seating to the table we got in and out."
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"Came during their soft opening and during their opening day and I have to say that the food tasted SOOO much better during their opening day versus their soft opening! The first time around we ordered their shrimp and grits, which was really good, a pork sandwich, and their homemade corned beef hash, which I wouldn't recommend. But the second time around, we ordered their chicken and waffles, which is to die for, their man burger special, and their cream chipped beef, which was super yummy! I always like to give restaurants the benefit of the doubt, especially if the restaurant just opened, and I'm really glad that I gave this place a second chance. So if you're looking for a new breakfast place to try, come here!",
"Editing review: First impressions mean a lot, but I have been here several times and I cannot keep 5 stars up. I will keep up my original review but so many times we waited for cold food, food dishes delivered separately (mom and I prefer to eat at the same time together), sometimes hard to track down our server, bathrooms not always clean, coffee a few times tasted weird (thankful waitress has replaced with tea). Also very grateful how nice everyone has been towards us, my mom especially since she is having a hard time speaking. I am happy to give 4 stars, everyone seems to be trying. Food is good when served hot. I don't know what changed, but since grand opening seems like a staff change over.... Well here is my original review: We stopped by last week not knowing they were brand new in town. The owner/manager let us know the grand opening was Tuesday July 25th, 2017. I was nervous about going since hearing they have multiple locations and soon a grand opening. The parking lot is hard to drive into if not from the area. The cross road just before it from Stanton Ogleton road will not let you make a left turn. So we turned around in the child daycare. If driving towards the hospital, you can easily turn right into it. What a cute, clean, modern \"diner\". I guess diner because you can order breakfast at any time? The layout seemed more like a family restaurant. When we arrived the line was out the door, and we were asked for a name and how many, then told the wait is an expected 35 minutes. There are benches outside and plenty of them. We were called within 20-25 minutes. I have to say, for a packed place, noise was not unbearable, and the overall smell was not too strong. Which told me someone must have put some thought into sound acoustics and ventilation! There are pictures of magazine and newspaper articles of their awards on the wall by the inside waiting area. Seats are offered in booths or tables, they could handle large groups. Maybe since it was opening day they hired extra workers? Well, either way they had no problem staying on top of everything given the crowd. We got there at 6:30pm, and their full menu was offered (didn't run out of anything). Specials are written on a back board, with soups/desserts/dinners. \n\nOn to the food! What a great sounding menu, offering breakfast items such as (eggs Benedict, french toasts, omelets); lunch items (sandwiches, salads, burgers); and full dinners. I cannot wait to return..it was tough to decide on what to eat. My mom and I finally figured out our orders then we saw what the table next to us had as their choices were delivered and so we copied them. Mom ordered the chicken and waffles, and I chose the meatloaf dinner. Both were excellent! My mash potatoes with gravy came out cold, but didn't matter because my waitress and a manager had checked on us and with 1-2 minutes I had a new small bowl of hot ones. The zucchini/squash had a delicious light seasoning/oil on them and left al dente.. But they were perfect. I was so pleasantly surprised the food is made fresh and better than home made. I tasted the chicken and waffles which were also done to perfection. The chicken was juicy/hot that was breaded and fried. The Belgium waffles were fluffy, lightly toasted. They had a sugar free syrup for mom, and we declined the 7-8 drops of hot sauce they would normally add to the syrup. I also ordered a side of coleslaw.. Creamy kind, not pickled, not soggy or too crisp... Just another \"perfect\" food item. We also decided to stay for banana fosters cheesecake even though we were so full. Although I was hoping for actual banana fosters... Their cheesecake was flavored with it and bananas were baked in. I was happily surprised, it wasn't too sweet either. It was good, but I would pass next time. I would / will order the meatloaf again, but can't wait to try their other choices. \n\nService was personable, our waitress was full of pep, with jokes and smiles.. (Given how busy they were, this tells me how well the restaurant is managed even on day 1). They use a tablet for orders and another for table-side payments. Receipts can be emailed.",
"Not bad. Food was OK but I have had better. There were numerous employees running around, no less than 10 times we were asked if everything was OK, if we needed more coffee, etc, also one employee stopped at our table twice to give us a long, drawn out story of her life, very nice but our food is getting cold. I am willing to give them another shot at some point in the future. The men's room is way too small, only a one seater. Def could expand that. And they better start serving scrapple! This is Delaware for Pete's sake. Addendum: 2 meals here - and 2 cases of the squirts within an hour. I'm done here.",
"Visited last night for dinner there were 3 in our party! Wait time was 20 minutes and that was accurate, however the wait area is small ! First impression was the real diner atmosphere was not present! No dessert cases to temp the the patrons! The atmosphere is very noisy with the open kitchen , we hardly noticed that there was a counter and stools for anyone who wanted fast service. Compared to what we are used to in local diners the menu was small and the specials were written in chalk on boards in the rear of the restaurant. Service was prompt and courteous, however our wait persons shirt had multiple stains present unlike the dozens of \"training staff\" that were well marked! Our food cam out in a timely manner but not as 1 of us ordered and one seems to be served on a dirty rimmed plate so 2 went back for re do's ! Fried Chicken dinner was pretty tasty but the veggies although fresh had little taste! Rice , bean and shrimp dish was so-so and a breakfast sandwich was OK but bacon was hard! Consensus was no one would avoid the place but there are many other better choices possibly at a better price point! Considering that there are many other chain restaurants within a few miles I think Metro will have heavy competition !",
"I can't believe it was a Wawa. Tried this place today with my Wife and Daughter. The waitress was awesome. The food excellent. I had the meatloaf platter. My wife a western omelette. My daughter chicken fingers and fries all were great. I highly recommend it! Very nice.",
"My wife and I have gone here twice now. First on Tuesday, opening day, for breakfast. My wife had eggs, hash browns, sausage and English muffin. The eggs were not cooked as ordered. The sausage was ok. The English muffin was cold. I ordered pancakes, bacon, hash browns and English muffin. The food was mediocre. The pan cakes were cold and dry. The bacon was slightly warm and tasty. The only thing that came piping hot were the hash browns. The manager came by and took $7 off our check. We didn't want money off, we wanted what we ordered and wanted everything hot. So, we decided to try it for dinner on Thursday. I ordered meatloaf platter, mashed potatoes and veggies. My wife ordered Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes and cole slaw. The meatloaf was good, but the mashed potatoes were cold. The veggies were good. The fried chicken was acceptable, but for $15.99 she expected the chicken to be wonderful. It wasn't! Again her mashed potatoes were cold. In summary, we expected this diner to \"blow us away\". We've been watching and waiting for this diner to open. And once it opened we were disappointed. The prices are high and the food was mediocre and cold. We are regular \"eat out\" folks. We eat out almost every day. I suggest to checkout some of our favorites, like Guildays for breakfast in Glasgow and Texas Roadhouse for dinner in Bear. Here you will find great food and fair reasonable prices.",
"I was so lucky to be invited to their soft opening last Saturday, 07/22/17. What a fun, upbeat kind of place! Everything we had was wonderful! Fried chicken platter with seriously almost a whole chicken (I had chicken for days afterward!), wonderful mashed potatoes, kind of chunky with excellent brown gravy. Isn't gravy the way to tell if a diner is good or not? I think so. Loved the sautéed veggies, complete with grill marks. My friends loved their breakfast platter and creamed chip beef. Also I'm not a biscuit lover but theirs was so good I ate it plain! My favorite was the employee's response to any request, and I mean any request \"Who am I to tell you no?\" I asked for pancakes for dessert and that's the response I got. They were great! What's not to love about this place? Ridiculously nice employees and management, wonderful comfort style food and EXCELLENT prices, huge portions which we Delawareans love. I highly recommend!",
"We were greeted by friendly staff and quickly seated. Everything on the menu looked so good we couldn't decide what to get! I got the mushroom Swiss cheeseburger and my husband got the chipped beef with hash browns. Everything was delicious and we will definitely be back!",
"Great for breakfast! Busy on Saturday morning for a business breakfast at 8:00am- long wait when we left at 10:00am.",
"Metro Diner had a complete menu of breakfast and lunch options. Much-needed diner option for the Newark area! I really enjoyed the eggs Benedict and home fries. Definitely try for breakfast/lunch! Service was a bit on the slower side but overall good."
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"We love this place, and are so happy to have it back in our lives. The brunch is a fun mix of american brunch standards and Mediterranean dishes (the shakshuka is delicious). The brunch is busy on weekend mornings, but the wait somehow never seems to be long (at least with 2 people).\n\nWe were excited when we saw the \"Dinner coming soon\" sign, so made our reservations for opening night. It was awesome! The highlight was 100% the kefta, which we had in two dishes. But the haloumi, the fried cauliflower, and the falafel were also fantastic: gourmet Mediterranean food in a comfortable Baltimore Avenue setting.\n\nEven with the food, though, the highlight of Renata is always the staff. Precise yet friendly and fun, we always have fun when we go here.\n\nI don't write a ton of these, but we need this menu in our life, so hope everyone else supports their foray into dinner!",
"Yes, yes, yes - welcome back, Renata! Somehow, this new location is even better than the old one.\n\nI came here for brunch on a Saturday morning with two friends, and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience here. I was worried that there might be a long wait since there always seems to be a line of people outside when I pass by it on Sunday mornings, but we were lucky enough to get there before the Saturday brunch rush and were seated right away.\n\nThe 3 of us got a short stack of pancakes to share for the table. I ordered the Shakshouka Merguez, which comes with 3 eggs and spicy sausage poached in Moroccan salsa and pita bread. If you're not a vegetarian, I would highly recommend ordering the Merguez, as I found the sausages to perfectly compliment the dish. A few bites, and I was completely sold at the perfect blend of spices and just the right amount of heat that was offset by the texture of the poached eggs.\n\nI also took a bite of my friend's House French Toast, which was topped with mango-pineapple chutney and normally comes with a side of candied bacon, My friend opted for regular bacon, but I would be curious to try the candied bacon next time. I am usually not the biggest fan of french toast in general, but this one had a light sweetness with huge chunks of mango and pineapple that complimented the toast well both in terms of texture and flavor.\n\nDespite the busyness, our food came out quickly, and the service was stellar throughout it all. Our coffee and water cups were constantly filled, and the waitress was attentive without being too intrusive on our conversation.\n\nAt the end of the meal, they also handed us their new dinner menu, which looked amazing at very good prices. Plus it's a BYOB! Hey Renata, you can count on me being back very soon!\n\nTips: they do not take reservations for brunch (but they DO take them for dinner), so get there early to beat the crowds!",
"Have been here several times for brunch. Very much like their sweet brunch choices especially pancakes and waffles. Not so excited about their savory selection (e.g., breakfast burrito). Usually not a very long wait and very family friendly.",
"I've been here two more times for dinner since my last review (couldn't resist!), and Renata has not disappointed each time.\n\nI've tried the fried cauliflower, the eggplant dip, Kefta platter, and Shakshouka (again. But this time for dinner) - all delicious.\n\n+ for great service! My friends and I will be returning soon with a bottle of wine for a BYO dinner experience!",
"I've come to this place thrice now since it's opened a few months ago. Definitely, the brunch menu items are better than the lunch items (haven't tried the new dinner menu yet). I ordered the shakshuka and the husband ordered the quiche. The Shakshouka was amazing, spicy, tangy, and creamy with the perfectly poached eggs (a difficult thing to come by at a local restaurant). But the quiche was only OK and left much to be desired. \nThe next time, the husband ordered the merguez Shakshouka and was not disappointed. I think I ordered the omelet, which was good - not as knock-out-of-the-park Shakshouka. \n\nThey have good coffee and espresso drinks, a must for a good brunch place. \n\nI cannot wait to try their new dinner menu now!",
"I never went to the old Cafe Renata, but a friend suggested we try the new Renata's Kitchen on Baltimore Avenue. It has quickly become one of my top three West Philly cafes for its friendly atmosphere, plentiful seating, and delicious food.\n\nSo far, I've done brunch three times, and can recommend breakfast burritos, middle eastern breakfast, and almond croissant. The BYO opportunity to make mimosas is also awesome! I keep finding myself dropping in for a quick bottomless coffee whenever I walk by.",
"I lived incredibly close to Cafe Renata until the unfortunate fire, but always found myself forgetting they served brunch (despite numerous glowing reviews from friends.)\n\nI was thrilled to see Renata return with Renata's Kitchen, in the old Subway space on Baltimore Ave. \n\nI went for Saturday brunch with a few friends, and really enjoyed my meal. Yelp didn't let me down, and I ordered the Shakshouka Merguez, which was spicy, tangy, delicious, and so comforting. The lamb sausage was tasty, and the three eggs + pita made for a really great breakfast. I left feeling incredibly satisfied but not weighed down from an over-portioned brunch platter.\n\nSome friends got items from the sweet side of the menu, and others checked out the omelets and smoked salmon Benedict. Overall, everyone enjoyed their food a lot!\n\nService was kind of scattered and slow, but that might be a reflection of a hectic brunch service.",
"Love this place. The coffees are very good, even the decaf. The meals are delicious. I highly recommend any of the salads with chicken, the fuul, the quiche, really anything. I was a big fan of the old location but I am warming up to this newer one.",
"I was so happy when Cafe Renata re-opened at the new location on Baltimore Ave (in old Subway Sandwich location). Same owners, same great food! The new location is cozy and comfortable. The food is still great. Staff very nice. The coffee is Greenstreet Coffee, a local, small roaster. Welcome to Baltimore Ave. You are now closer to my apartment. I shall be back and also with friends visiting me.",
"Really delicious breakfast food. Great Benedict and shakshuka. They have some fun stuff on the menu you don't see everywhere else"
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"You all know damn right what Dave and Busters is (D&B). This is the single greatest place on earth when it comes to video game horse racing. We were searching for something to do in Nashville, but there was nothing. But then we found out that there was a D&B in the area. We were set on going there and finally we were able to find our way. It's about 15 mins on the north side of Nashville. The games are cheaper and there are less people there than the D&B that I normally go to. \n\nDidn't have the food, but I'm never there for the food. The facilities for relief are not the greatest for the men (it kind of smells funny), but I hear they are great for women. \n\nAnyway, I guarantee you'll fun out of things to do when you get to Nashville, so keep this place in mind.",
"This is a grownup-kid's paradise.. where else can you go and play video games, drink a cocktail, and no kids running around bothering you and getting in the way of your game playing. Gotta love it. This D&B is right inside Opry Mills so thats nice too..",
"D&B's is a great place for all sorts of fun. They've got a huge sports bar area with countless televisions - you're likely going to find whatever game you're seeking somewhere in there.\n\nThe food is pretty good, but I don't think that is their biggest draw. The games are the big deal here: bowling, shuffleboard, billiards, and arcade games galore. Pick up a rechargeable card and start throwing away money.\n\nThe staff has always been friendly when I've visited. I do believe there is an age restriction during certain hours of the day (if not all day). If you're under 21, you've got to have a parent / guardian with you.",
"Maybe I am just a scrooge, but this place is terrible. The games cost a fortune, the food stinks and the beer tastes watered down. I would have loved it when I was 13, but as an adult this place sucks.",
"Good times here... great place to grab a beer and play some goofy games. The menu didn't look too great, so we skipped dinner (typical bar food) and just enjoyed a few beers and games! Much better than a typical bar.... you can play ski ball!",
"This place seemed to me to be a Chuck E Cheeses for adults. There were still lots of kids running around, but it was mostly big people.\n\nThe food was SYSCO standard fare, and it took at least 25 minutes from the time we ordered til the time we were actually served. It was the middle of the week, and the place was not crowded, so there was no real explanation for the slow service.\n\nThe game room was expansive, and they had everything from Donkey Kong to Skee-Ball.. once you pile up all the tickets you've won, you have a choice of junk or more junk. I guess that is the way it has always been.. \n\nThis place would be fantastic for a 10 year old's birthday party..\n\n\nOn the flip side - we were in the place about two hours, and we came out to the parking lot to find that my co-worker's rental car window had been smashed in, and things were stolen from the car. Turns out after talking with the security guard - this happens once a week in the Opry Mall parking lot, their camera security system sucks, and it didn't seem like they had any plans to make things better.\n\nI looked around for an emergency call box or something to get security to the scene, and such a thing did not exist. I had to call 411 and get connected to the mall security department, and we finally got a security guard & police to show up and write up a report after half an hour of waiting in the cold..\n\nI'll never find myself at a Dave & Busters again, unless I'm dragged along with the work crowd..",
"I was at Dave and Busters with Jennifer...who is too much of a hippie to appreciate grand corporate entertainment when she sees it. She is just upset because she got her butt kicked at the Trivia game time and time again! \n\nI've been to D&B's in NY, Colorado, Florida, Chicago, and more. This was an excellent establishment. Attached to a huge mall which includes a large open Billiards area, it's own bowling alley, all the TV's and bar space that you can handle. The food was what you can expect from a D&B's. I love the Ter. Sirloin. Jen got a Chicken Caesar salad, what did she expect?\n\nYes, someone broke into a rental car in a mall parking lot. LIke this hasn't happened a million times in a million cities everyday. You can't blame D&B for that. How about not renting from Enterprise next time so there isn't a Green \"E\" sticker on the bumper? Or maybe put your GPS in the glove box? Geeesh.",
"I love the concept of a Discovery Zone/Chuck E. Cheese type of place for adults. However, as is the case with those kids' joints, the food is pretty bad, the games are pricey and it's got an all-around weird vibe.\n\nThere are lots of pretty crazy games there, and I'm into that. They have Star Wars and Jurassic Park games, but they're all so expensive. You literally can't go in there with less than $50 and expect to have a good time (for more than half an hour). \n\nDave & Buster's has Cosmic Bowling, and it's cool to be able to have a few drinks and play video games. Problem is, D & B is at Opry Mills, and if you're like me, massive outlet malls aren't really your scene.",
"I just had the nastiest meal of my life at Dave & Buster's last night. I ordered the veggie burger (which also happens to be the only vegetarian option on the menu). Let's just say it's the worst one I have ever had. It came out completely dry with 3 pickle chips and 2 tomato slices on the side. But that was not nearly the worst part. The fries that came out with it (and every one else's fries at the table) smelled and tasted like melted plastic. chemically and gross! So the waiter brought out more fries which ended up being just as terrible. And then promised to find us a manager. Which he never did! Nor did he ever refill any of our drinks. And then he happily brought us our check at the end of the meal. The only thing that really bothers me is that had none of us noticed we would probably all be suffering food poisoning right now or something worse. And to our waiter it was just no big deal.\nThe only reason that I give D&B two stars is the fact that if you do go there and not eat anything (this may actually save your life!) you could by theory have a decent time. The games can be fun if you have some fun people with you. It definitely takes you back to your Chuck E. Cheese days.",
"I love Dave and Busters. I think there is nothing more genius than the idea of creating a giant playpen, with food and alcohol for adults. From the giant arcade, to the ticket winning games, to bowling, to pool, to giant plasma screens, you should be able to find something in this place to amuse yourself with. However, if you are coming here purely for the food, well then you have gone horribly awry. Their food runs on the same plane as Friday's or chili's or any other of the same type of chain restaurant, nothing to great, but nothing that should offend you. I usually go for a burger, which is always the safe bet, and has never really disappointed. As for their drinks, it really depends on the bartender sometimes they are good, sometimes you might as well just have ordered a soda. Yes Dave and Busters can get expensive, but sometimes you just need to get your childish energy out, and there is no better place."
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"Located at the busy intersection of Plymouth Rd. and Germantown Pk. by Plymouth Meeting Mall.\n\nFantastic sandwiches! Melt-in-your-mouth breakfast sandwiches. Went back today during lunch time for more. Fat Daddy's House Special - a type of chicken cheese steak (very generous portions) with grilled spicy peppers, bite-size lettuce and chunky slices of tomatoes, pickles. It's oh-so-yum...Got a half size, but huge! Shredded chicken - no big, dry chunks of chicken meat. My kids loved the macaroni wedges. They look like larger chicken nuggets on the outside but have mac-n-cheese on the inside. \"This is the best place, Mom! Can we go here all the time?\"\n\nStore: Love the family owned hustle-and-bustle nature of the deli. The patriarchs have a \"tough guy\" but completely \"softie-in-the-heart\" kind of look. A few seats line one side of the deli for waiting customers. People don't seem to mind waiting. Phone number says 610-941-FAST, but you'll usually have to wait because -- hey, how fast can you go when so many people want good food?",
"They have a fantastic hoagie. The service is fast and its close by where I work. \nI ordered an italian hoagie and boy was it delishicio. I ordered around 12ish and surprisingly the wait wasn't long. The roll was moist and a little crunchy on the outside and the meats were spicy and cooled by the veggies and cheese.\n\nThe service was amazing. Friendly, congenial. I did ask who and where fat daddy was. He said that Fat Daddy wasn't alive anymore and we both lowered our head in a moment of silence for the great fat daddy.\n\nIf you are headed up to the Poconos or down to a Phillies game, I would recommend stopping here before getting on 476 because its right before the turnpike. \n\nSo be like me go pay your respects to fat daddy and enjoy a hoagie!",
"I order most of my food from Fat Daddy's. They have great breakfast, lunch and dinner options. They have the best food in the entire tri-state area. The only negative about Fat Daddy's is that they are closed on Sundays. Which sucks because I can't start my morning with a bacon, egg and cheese and I also cannot get a cheesesteak for lunch or a hot pork sandwich for dinner. Other than the not being open on Sundays they are close to perfection. Also, their coffee is out of this world!",
"There isn't a better place to get a sandwich in the area. Period. Hear me Pudge's? \n\nGosh, this place needs to be open on Sundays so I can grab a sandwich for the football game.",
"I normally don't get over to Plymouth Meeting on a workday morning, but my wife's car was in the shop ... so over that way I went. I wanted to grab a breakfast sammie before hopping on the turnpike. And there it was, just inches from the TP entrance: Fat Daddy's. \n\nI was an early customer. Looked like they were starting to get ready for the day. (A guy was slicing up about 250,000 pounds of provolone.)\n\nI ordered the egg, cheese and sausage sandwich, which comes on a kaiser roll. My guess is, a Conshohocken roll, the local gold standard. \n\nThe paper-wrapped sandwich they gave me was about as big as a softball. Maybe a softball mitt. I opened the package once I got on the turnpike. Had to ... the sandwich was weighing down the passenger side of the car. It was like the neutron star of breakfast sandwiches: a teaspoon of it weighs a ton on earth. It was the biggest breakfast sandwich ever revealed to humankind.\n\nThe long and short of it: It was the tastiest, messiest, drippiest-down-your-armiest breakfast sandwich I ever ate, a real coronary on a bun. Turned out the sausage was NOT your run-of-the-mill Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage ... but spicy-sweet Italian sausage. A delicious surprise. BONUS POINTS: Diced fried onions.\n\nGuy Fieri! Are you paying attention? \n\nI mean, there's a Starbucks in the strip shopping center right next door. But why would you buy a prepackaged, probably-made-last-February, plastic-wrapped, styrofoam-textured egg \"thing\" at Starbucks when you could have the Hummer of all breakfast sandwiches and support a great local business at the same time?\n\nJust so you know: I later died of a heart attack brought on by this monster sandwich. I am writing from beyond the grave. But I am happy.",
"I wish yelp would allow .5 increments for ratings. I had the Fat Daddy hoagie. It's basically a chicken cheese steak hoagie with Italian hot pepper in it. There's a lot of flavor and the bread they use is really good. Nice and chewy on the outside and soft on the inside.\n\nI've also had their Breakfast egg, cheese, and hot Italian sausage hoagie. Again you can request the same type of bread. \n\nThe prices are alittle high tough consider you only get an 8 or 9 inch sand which compared to some of the other places that usually give 10-12 inch. I rate this place a 3.5 but rounding up to 4 stars. If the portions were a little larger it would be a solid 4 stars.\n\nThe place is not a sit down place though. There's no place to eat there just to grab food.",
"This is by far one of my favorite places to get a REAL cheesesteak outside of Philly. They're huge. The 'full' sandwich is like 14in, loaded with steak and cheese, on a great roll. They have a full assortment of other sandwich sides if you have you have any room in your stomach. Typically enough for two meals for me. Quick delivery. And they recycle their cooking oil into biofuel!",
"My experience differs from that of other Yelp reviews, and for that I'm surprised because I thought the service was extremely slow. Especially for a place that doesn't offer seating! My main issue is that it is in a poor location - how the heck do you get here heading east?! Most delis are located within walking distance of a downtown. Fat Daddy's, on the other hand, is in a shack off a major road.\n\nI will say, the food was pretty good. Tip: order a half and split with another person. The crab fries were a little overwhelming as the car smelled like old bay for the next day. I might come back, but I wouldn't bet on it.",
"I reAlly like the sandwiches but truly hate the fact that they are closed on Sundays, my only day off. The remedy? Have someone pick up a fat daddy, which is a fancier version of your typical chicken cheesesteak, on Sat and then toast it in an oven for a few minutes. No it isn,t for the health conscious but it's good for my emotional health.",
"I'd probably give this place 3.5 stars if I could.\n\nThe bread is excellent.\n\nThe meat and cheese is tasty, but nothing extraordinary.\n\nI think they could've been more generous with the meat.\n\nI do prefer this over Pudge's and I agree that this offers the best cheesesteaks in the area, but this can't compete against Philly's finest, like John's Roast Pork, Tony Luke's, etc..."
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"This is a tough review for me. I currently feel split on everything here, and I want to visit a couple more times before I feel confident in a review/rating. I did, however, try a good amount of dishes in my first visit, and there are some wonderful highlights.\n\nFenwick's 300 is aptly named for Kevin Bacon's character in the 1982 film \"Diner,\" and for the old bowling alley that resided in this building. Tucked in between Sinema and Sulter, both new and popular restaurants this year in the Nashville area, Fenwick's is a modern diner done by the Bongo conglomerate of coffee shops. This is their first sit down and order venue. I believe it still has room to grow, and while I think it is a 3/5 place, I'm hopeful for it to be a 4/5 at least.\n\nMy highlights: \n\n*Bottomless coffee, for three dollars? And it's Bongo coffee?!?!? Unreal to me. I went with my family this morning, the second day they were open, and my parents did this option for themselves. I think this is my favorite thing about the diner so far.\n*Lemon Beignet: They have other ones, including coffee, and cinnamon sugar, but this was the clear winner. Smooth and silky lemon flavor, the other beignets did not even come close to how awesome the lemon was.\n*Seasonal Coffee Drinks: I think Bongo has always been stellar in this section, and i like the intelligent, but simple choices in this department for Fenwick's. I ordered the \"A-Frame,\" with cedar simple syrup, orange, and clove. The orange zips out front, while the cedar and clove support the flavor. Great choice. Pairs well with...\n*Mascarpone French Toast: Wonderful presentation, and the cinnamon orange jam was, well, jammin'!\n\n\"Eh\":\n\n*The atmosphere is not bad at all, but it fits right in with Pinewood Social and Barista Parlor's new shop in the Gultch. Bright, fun, bowling alley styled. I'm used to this style already, but I appreciated the openness of the space.\n*For diner styled food, it tastes just like it, but is more expensive. I rather go to \"The Hermitage Cafe\" for something like that. The eggs, sausage, hashbrowns were not bad, but they also weren't stellar.\n\nConclusion:\n\nI'm still unsure about the place so far, but I felt great coming here. The service was very nicely done. Our food came out in a jiffy, though this is probably because it was not too busy at the time. I want to make some return visits to get some more insight.",
"This place is so good! The breakfast biscuit is AMAZING, and I'll definitely be back to try more things on the menu. As for the atmosphere, it's relaxed and cheerful with plenty of natural light and open space. Fenwick's 300 is a welcome addition to Nashville's collection of great restaurants. The wait staff is friendly and attentive, and the menu offers classic fare with a few frills and unique twists--a perfect crowd pleaser. Try it!!!!",
"Since Fenwick 300 just opened, I was prepared to make allowances and give the benefit of the doubt; luckily, no allowances were needed--everything was spectacular!\n\nWe started with the beignets (chocolate, cinnamon sugar, and vanilla), and the goat cheese sharable plate. Both were delicious, and the goat cheese was large enough for four of us to share. The beignets were hot, light, and delectable (although fried dough is pretty hard to mess up).\n\nI then got the biscuit sandwich with homemade jam, seitan, goat cheese, and a fried egg. Now, full disclosure: this was the first fried egg I've ever had, so I don't know that I can offer too much insight. To my non-discerning palate, it was EXCEPTIONAL. I could easily have eaten two more. I also ordered the hash cake as a side--it was also delicious, but not as unique or lick-the-plate worthy as the biscuit sandwich. \n\nMy friend had the French toast (I stole a bite). It was also delicious (and the jam was a high point), but nothing compared to the biscuit sandwich. \n\nIn sum, definitely try this place -- you won't be disappointed.",
"My friends and I came for Sunday brunch and we were throughly impressed by the food, service, and atmosphere. We sampled from the shared snacks, breakfast, soups & salads, and classics menus; we didn't have a single complaint! Some favorites were: the salmon cake eggs benedict, marscarpone french toast, roast beef sandwich, and the warm goat cheese. Several dishes come with homemade jams that were delicious. I ordered a cappuccino that was perfect, and after trying my friend's jasmine green tea, it's my new favorite drink. The bar/drink menu looked fun but we didn't indulge in day drinking this time. Service was attentive and we were seated in the large but cozy and intimate corner booth that was great for a large group. I will definitely be back!",
"Nice addition to the area, reasonable enough that it can gain a steady stop in the rotation. I like the diner bar area for quick casual dining. They cooked my eggs perfectly this morning (over medium) Will displace Roast as my go to coffee stop, great espresso drinks.",
"This morning we visited Fenwick's 300. It is surrounded by such wonderful restaurants and I came expecting greatness. The food had potential, but wasn't very good. \n\nWe had our 3 year old with us, so it is kid friendly (which is always a plus)! \n\nWe ordered chocolate beignets and they were completely covered in a thin chocolate syrup. I was expecting more of a drizzling or dusting of chocolate. \n\nFor my meal, I ordered the grilled. Cheese and tomato soup. The grilled cheese was stuffed with yummy goat cheese and the soup was flavorful...BUT, they were both lukewarm to cold. I'm not sure if it wasn't heated or what, but both sandwich and soup were not warm at all. \n\nMy husband ordered their breakfast special and he thought it was good, but not outstanding.\n\nThe atmosphere was neat...I love exposed brick! The staff, especially the Hostess, were very friendly. \n\nIt may have just been an off day and we may go back and try it again. \n\nPs. I know orange juice is pricey, but their small was $5 and large was $7. Yikes!",
"The ambiance and location are great. Really like decor and vibe of the cafe. Spacious and welcoming. I've eaten there twice. Once with my kids on opening day and today with coworkers today. On opening day we ate breakfast. Food was good and enjoyable. Service was a little slow but everyone was very nice and excited to be open. Today was a little less successful. We warned our waitress about one person on our group was deathly allergic to carrots and to not let them near her plate. When her plate arrived the salad was covered in carrots. I ordered grilled cheese and soup. Both were warm at best. Soup had about a tablespoon of oil drizzled on top. Decor maybe but just greasy. Just an oily soup that was missing some sort of flavor. Bread for sandwich was great. Salad had a drizzle of dressing but not enough. Someone had waffles and they looked delicious. We all ordered hot chocolates which came with designs on top. They were great. \n\nOver all it is just ok but hopefully early kinks. There is a great specials menu on the wall (I really wanted fried chicken and corn waffles for today's special) but nothing on it is available to order yet. Maybe shouldn't be up yet if not available. Lemonade on menu is not available either. Everything comes with goat cheese. Too.much.goat.cheese. I could still taste it a few hours later. Soup was oily. Look at breakfast menu...Waffles and biscuits are great. Service is a little slow (fellow coworker went yesterday and said it was brutally slow for her). \n\nGive it a try but hopefully will improve soon.",
"My wife and I were excited about the possibility of having another breakfast option in South Nashville. This place has a great atmosphere, friendly staff and an overall good vibe. We had bottomless Bongo coffees. Next time I'll definitely try an espresso drink.\n\nBreakfast was good. The beignets were a bit of a disappointment, maybe because we had something akin to Cafe Du Monde in mind. I enjoyed my perfectly cooked over-medium eggs and house made sausage while my wife was happy with her quinoa and rice flour pancakes. The menu offers a little something for everyone.\n\nWe chose to sit at the re-purposed bowling alley counter and throughout the meal we needed to ask for several small items including butter for the pancakes, more cream for coffees, more syrup for the pancakes, more coffee etc, etc... I suspect the overall level of services would improve if we had been seated at a table or booth.\n\nIf an owner or manager is reading Yelp reviews (as they should!) we would suggest adding hooks underneath the counter for hanging jackets and purses!",
"This is one of those \"I really wish there was a half-star\" moments. Overall, a good experience, just a couple things that were \"off\".\nWe came for Brunch with a couple friends yesterday. We had about a 20 minute wait (which isn't bad for 11:00 on a Sunday) but we were able to get coffee from the coffee bar while we waited. I had the Snapback, a latte play on gingersnaps. It wasn't piping hot, and neither was my boyfriend's Cappuccino, but the flavor made up for it to me. \nWe were seated in a large booth and waited on promptly. We tried to order a diet coke and were told that the diet coke hadn't come in yet. Ok, maybe an ordering flub or a distributer mistake, no big deal. A sprite was ordered instead along with coffee and other drinks. Our server then came back and told us that they apparently did not have sprite either. I felt like they were playing the \"oops! we just opened! lol\" card but I know that even a slow-traffic restaurant gets a pretty short turnaround time from Coca-Cola and you would think a new restaurant with some buzz and an established team in place could get that taken care of asap. They've been open for a couple weeks now. Just seems like someone dropped the ball.\nThe food was great. I had the Classic Benedict and while it was, overall, classic, I thought the flavor and the quality was really above and beyond standard diner faire. That was the overall consensus from the table. Reviews on the Breakfast Sandwich, the Tomato Soup, the Beet Salad, and the Jalapeno Cheese Grits were all two-thumbs-up. Everything is pretty much a la carte and the Lunch-type sides are all $6. Between that and the (albeit delicious) coffee drinks, it was not a cheap meal at all, but everything was high-quality. We'll definitely be back (but maybe just for special brunch occasions!). I look forward to trying more things from the menu and adding a star or two!",
"I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am that these guys have come to Melrose! Went today for breakfast for the first time and I will definitely be back. My friend and I sat at the bar and the servers were attentive, friendly and fun to talk to. The french toast was phenomenal. You don't even really need the maple syrup they serve it with due to the taste of the orangey, cinnamony goodness that is on the french toast. I also had a specialty latte. It had brown sugar, butter, ginger and a little salt. It was out of this world!! It tasted like a real gingerbread cookie. None of that hyped up sugary Starbucks crap! THIS is the way a latte should be made! And they will even use almond milk! I can't wait to go back to try something else on the menu!! Welcome to the neighborhood, Fenwicks!"
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"This wonderful new restaurant in Tierra Verde is a real find. The seafood, salads and appetizers are all wonderful. You will fall in love with the calamari and marinara sauce! The owners are extremely attentive and always there to please the customers. The bartenders are always taking care of their customers and fun to talk to! Every time we visit our home in Tierra Verde we find outselves at Island Grlle night after night! t&e",
"Had dinner here with my girlfriend and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The people we very friendly, super attentive. I had the Grouper Tuscany, and it was fabulous, fresh and not too heavy. She had Scallops Tuscany with Alfredo Pasta on the side. She said both were excellent. Portions are good size, but not huge. \n\nAtmosphere was nice, family friendly, and you can wear anything there.",
"Food was awesome ! We loved the conch fritters. We ate almost all the food and then discovered a roach leg. As we walked out, we saw the exterminators truck... Ewwwwwwww. I paid and left a nice tip ( never told them because really, what's the point) I really hope I don't get sick.",
"After spending time In New Orleans last spring, I was really wanting to find a good local place, close to home, for raw oysters...my son told me that he had heard about Island Grill, so we decided to check it out...their oysters were impeccable and dee-lish! I've tried a couple of other dishes but the go-to for me is always their oysters. Mussels are also tasty and cooked two ways...marinara and with white wine and garlic. Love sitting out on the porch watching the sunset over the Gulf...doesn't get any better than that.",
"We had both raw and fried oysters which were excellent. Fish tacos were good with nicely cooked mahi. Would have liked more interesting sauce on the tacos but overall the service, food and atmosphere were excellent.",
"This is one of the best spots in South Pinellas. A true \"locals\" place, with an extensive menu and great food. The daily specials are an exceptional value. Plus, the staff is super-friendly and the service is top-notch. Grab a drink and a seat on the patio and you're immediately on vacation.",
"A friendly watering hole for low-key but well-heeled snowbirds. Busy. As per the below, the specials are DEALS. Just ordering off the menu (I had a starter as an entree) w/ one drink, each, and tip = $70. So spendy. Excellent mussels in diabolo. Our server, Lisa, was a hoot and a half (but very good). TVs on college bowl games -- that was fun. If we lived here, we'd be regulars I'm sure.",
"It may have been the excellent bar staff, the quality of the food or the bang you get for your buck if you look at the specials - all or any it's well worth looking for the red palm tree",
"While visiting the area on a family vacation we stopped at the island grille for happy hour. We had an all around amazing experience. The staff was super friendly and attentive (Wes), and the outdoor patio in the back was relaxing and beautiful. We had .50 cent oysters (yes, only .50 cents...) and chicken wings. Both were delicious. Can't wait to head back there on our next trip!",
"Great specials for happy hour! Would not have expected such a great space tucked away in the corner of a two-story strip mall, but the food, service, and environment was excellent. Can't wait to go back!"
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"My friend and I came here last night for their opening. The interior of the restaurant was elegant and polished. The staff was friendly as well. We didn't stay for dinner but we did order a few drinks and some appetizers. The food was good, but the portions were quite small for the price which kind of makes you wonder why this place is called \"Feast.\" I would have given this place three stars because of the small portion size, but since we didn't eat dinner and it was their opening night, I will give this place four stars for the time being. I hope to try this place again and hopefully I won't leave hungry next time!",
"Loved the wine ...............And the atmosphere but can't speak too highly of the food and the poor hostess doesn't even have a podium..she's awkwardly standing by the door in her savers dress.",
"My boyfriend and I ate here last night. We called to see if we needed a reservation and they did recommend one. They fit us in which was great, because otherwise we were going to go elsewhere. It is cozy, but a little awkward when you walk in, as there were two people there to greet me, though at first I just thought they were a couple waiting to be seated. There isn't a specific place to \"check in\" which is what made it awkward. We were quickly seated. Our server seemed new to serving, but overall was attentive, polite and made sure to check on us. Our server couldn't find their \"feast\" menu, but our server was able to tell us everything on it - so that was fine. The food is where everything fell flat for us. We were unimpressed. We ordered the cauliflower tater tots, which were the best thing we ate. We also ordered the elephant garlic. It seemed mushy and a bit over roasted. It over powered the flavor. We each ordered a salad - they were tiny in a huge plate. And we split the lobster ravioli. I'm not sure what the sauce was, maybe a mushroom gravy sauce. I don't think it complimented the lobster well and was very salty. To say the least, we were underwhelmed. Having been open only a week I hope they tweak the menu, maybe pare it down a bit and refine the entrees. Not sure we will be back unless a menu change occurs.",
"I heard about this place on the news so I decided to drive up from Minden to check it out. We usually go to Carson City for a nice dinner at Adele's but boy, I'm glad we decided to step outside the box. I'm not much of a social media/review writer but I feel this place deserves my attention. From a beautiful little bar to cozy place to eat, Feast hits the mark. The traditional food on the menu has a little twist to it. Enough to make it interesting but not so much that I no longer recognize the food I'm eating. I appreciate this with all the new-fangled weirdness at restaurants these days. The bar was hopping last night but the bartender still made the time to laugh and smile and joke with us while we waited for our table. Even going so far as to make a swan out of aluminum foil for a gentleman sitting at the bar that made a joke that the place he ate at last night made him a swan for his leftovers. (ok so it looked more like a duck but it was hilarious and I appreciated the effort, especially considering how busy the place was). She made us our delicious cocktails without an ounce of attitude or pretense that is so pervasive these days. Our server was fabulous and attentive. A real professional. The hosts were gracious and the owner, THE OWNER, came out to make sure everything was to our liking. What a class act. The ambiance is perfection. Now onto the food. WOW!!!!!!!!!!!! Feast is a very appropriate name for this place. Three app samplers, soup and salad, lobster tail, filet and a dessert. All perfectly paired with wine. The food was cooked to perfection and the presentation was beautiful. Did I say this place is perfect yet? Perfect. Perfect. Perfect. A wonderful place for a date, an appetizer and a cocktail or a business dinner for potential clients. I wish I could give this place 25 stars. I'll be making the drive back up often.",
"We heard of the opening of this wonderful restaurant through social media and stopped in on a Saturday night with no reservations. We had no expectations other than curiosity. The maître d greeted us warmly. He checked the reservations and let us know it would be 45 minutes. We left him our name and went next door to Ceol's for a drink. He came to Ceol's ten minutes later to let us know our table was ready. Impressive. He let us know we could finish our drinks and our table would be waiting. When we arrived we quickly seated. Shortly thereafter our waiter greated us and told us about the Feast menu. Service was impeccable from start to finish. The decor was the perfect blend of traditional and modern. We asked for a suggestion for a cocktail and we were surprised the bartender actually came to our table. She suggested a wonderful blueberry basil vodka martini. My parter loved it so much, I asked if she could do a \"mock-tail\" version for me (I do not drink alcohol). I was so pleased that the bartender accommodated my request. This alone assured my regular return. \n\nThe menu was well rounded. We ordered the ahi special. It was absolutely amazing. It was served over a risotto. The risotto was delectable. We completed the meal with creme brûlée and a dark chocolate mouse. Both were spot on. \n\nI cannot say enough about our evening. This restaurant has set the bar for fine dining in Reno. I have never had service of this level since I moved to Reno in 2003. The service, food and ambiance rival any 5-star restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area.",
"My husband and I decided to try this place on a whim for an early dinner. Not knowing that they didn't open until five, we tried the doors and found them locked at 4:50 pm. The owner saw us through the window and invited us in, even though they were still opening. The staff was very welcoming and professional\n\nWe decided to try the Feast menu, which included a cocktail, three different appetizers (quail egg shooters, salmon sashimi, and oysters rockefeller), a salad, a soup (pumpkin bisque), a main course of fillet Mignon and lobster, and a dessert (chocolate mousse). Each course came with a wine pairing. \n\nThe food was amazing. Seriously perfect. At $75 a person the Feast is not cheap, but considering the quality of the food and the fact that wine and a cocktail are included I felt it was well worth the price. The service was great and the atmosphere nice but not pretentious. \n\nI would highly recommend this restaurant and their signature menu.",
"We could not resist ordering The Feast. Fresh lobster flown in from Maine accompanied with filet mignon, wow! Great atmosphere, exquisite food, topped off with a table visit from the owner makes for one of the best meals I've ever had. I highly recommend!",
"So much fun to experience this new restaurant. Great location, warm atmosphere, friendly service and great food. Will definitely come back. Love the new Reno midtown !!!",
"Feast is a great addition to Midtown. The decor is warm and inviting and the service was stellar. A friend and I ate dinner together, sharing the lobster ravioli and braised short ribs with mashed potatoes and mixed vegetables. The ravioli was delicious and short ribs were fall-off-the-bone tender. I also had a blackberry and basil cocktail, which had the perfect amount of tartness. Great food, great service, great atmosphere! I will be back!",
"Love the location, the vibe and the service! We ordered the feast which was more than enough food, presented very well. We enjoyed most of the courses and had just a couple a mini nit picks which they absolutely acknowledged and took care of. I just haven't received that level of service in a long time and it was refreshing. The blackberry basil martinis, lobster and chocolate mousse were fantastic. We will absolutely be back to try the regular menu as well as the seasonally changing multi course \"feast\""
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"As a visitor to downtown Tampa, I walked down the street and saw that Moxie's was packed with a big lunchtime crowd. I took this as a good sign, and I am glad I went in. I had one of the best salads I've ever had. For just over $5, I got a delicious harvest salad with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, walnuts, apples and really really good croutons. My salad came with a delicious slice of soft bread with a crusty crust. \n\nEven though it was packed, it looked like they had a dozen or so crew members building people's lunches, and a woman took my order while I was waiting in the line to pay, so it was very efficient. \n\nLooks like this place serves coffees, smoothies, salads and sandwiches. If they're all as high-quality as the salad I ordered, I can see why the crowd was so large.",
"Best Coffee in town!\nThe lunch time line is long for a reason...but it does move quickly.\nAnd on a hot day...they make a great smoothie",
"Quality soups and sandwiches !!! \n\nAgain another downtown lunch spot we frequent. Huge lines that move very quickly and the employees even take your order in line so its ready by the time you pay.\n\nI always try things i wouldnt eat to see how a place prepares their food. Kind of stepping outside of my food box =D So here i ordered a tomato soup and was shocked that i not only liked but loved it. Great specials and very good quality coupled with frendly service.",
"I had both breakfast and lunch at Moxie's Cafe. It's truly phenomenal and I strongly recommend it to anyone looking for a bite to eat downtown.\n\nEverything is freshly made. For breakfast most people were eating breakfast sandwhiches when I arrived, so I ordered one, too. It was the best breakfast sandwhich I've ever had! I got a HEC (I think Ham Egg and Cheese) and it came out fresh on Cuban bread. The egg was perfectly cooked, the ham was beautiful shaved slices of ham, the cheese was melted perfectly, and the Cuban bread....wow. It was just amazing.\n\nFor coffee I suggest you get the Cafe con Leche. I ordered a large in a ceramic mug. Best coffee I've had in a long time. The beans are ground fresh to produce the coffee and the milk was amazing. The large is very large, at least if you order in. And to top it off the barista makes designs in the milk! Very cute.\n\nI noticed the oatmeal is quite amazing, with walnuts, dates, rasins...you name it! I strongly recommend the oatmeal if that's your thing. It's difficult to pass up on the breakfast sandwhiches, though. Really, the food is mouthwateringly good.\n\nWhen I returned for lunch I ordered more coffee and the barista made more designs. \n\nLunch fare is more traditional with salads and wrap sandwhiches. The wraps are quite large and the salads are freshly made and also plentiful in portion. My salad came with a side of cuban bread. Delish!\n\nI must also comment on how nice the staff is. They are extremely friendly and caring, yet not intrusive. They brightened my day with a smile and they really seemed to care if I enjoyed my food, etc. Still, they weren't all in my business. It was perfect because I was trying to do work while in the shop. I also noticed that there are TON of regular customers. These people chat amicably with the restaurant staff. \n\nI strongly recommend this restaurant and I'm actually going to miss it most out of my recent trip to Tampa.",
"I had a Turkey in the slaw sandwich. It was pretty good but it was sort of heavy. Definitely a good lunch spot.",
"All around Moxie's is a great breakfast and lunch cafe that I've been eating at 2-3 time a week, and haven't been disappointed yet. Salads are good sized and full of fresh greens and ingredients. Sandwiches are on pressed Cuban bread and always hit the spot. And on top of all that they serve good coffee. With all that said best casual spot in downtown Tampa.",
"Sandwich's and salads are large enough to share between two people. Coffee and toffee cookies are addicting! I live in Orlando but every time I'm in Tampa I have to stop by for a quick treat.",
"Amazing place for a great quick lunch! Order ahead online for faster pickup. Everything is amazing here, you can NOT go wrong!",
"Excellent!!!!! Once again, Yelp to the rescue. We were looking for a solid breakfast and coffee before getting on the road. Needed WiFi seriously. Called ahead and confirmed the wifi. \n\nThe food was very good to great. The atmosphere was large and welcoming. The service was 5 star with no false pretense. What put this in Happy Happy Joy Joy category was the Latte of the Day (not usually my speed but felt adventurous) Love Potion. OMG!!! Yes. Loved it. Sad there is no Moxie's in Miami. Will make this the go to place in Tampa. Thanks for the experience, you guys rock.",
"Their Italian sandwich is the best I've found downtown. Tried breakfast. It was good, but I was thrown off by the portions. A large serving of eggs and potatoes and a small amount of bacon. I would have given back half of the eggs and potatoes for more bacon. I left a lot of food on my plate when I left. Will definitely go back for lunch...their sandwiches rock! The atmosphere is great and the staff is super friendly. Very impressed with the lady that knew the name of just about every customer that walked through the door!"
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"I want to point out as I write this that this place has only been open for two weeks so a lot of the issues I experienced can be chalked up to new business growing pains. (hopefully)\n\nThis is the new sit down fine dining establishment is Southgate mall and the moment you step in the door the first thing you are likely to notice is the lovely decor.\nI was greeted at the door by two very friendly hostesses and all the staff I dealt with were lovely people really which is why I am having such a hard time writing this review and giving such a low rating.\n\nWe started out with the bruschetta and it was really excellent. With such a delicious appetizer it set high expectations in my mind for the meal itself but unfortunately the evening went downhill after that. I got the Jalapeno mac and cheese and the sauce was very bland and not that thick. It seemed like they were really relying on the Jalapeno to bring out the flavor but even those were not enough. The baked parmesan on top was layered on far too thick and left my mouth very dry. It really seemed like there was more parmesan in my meal then there was noodles and sauce. \n\nMy friend asked for their special Main burger with no veggies or cheese on it and they brought it out twice with toppings still on it before finally bringing out just patty and bun like requested the third time around. The supervisor did come out and apologize and offer free dessert which I appreciated but I can't help but wonder what quality of food the kitchen staff turns out over the course of the day when they can't take five seconds to read a ticket properly.\n\nWhen the waitress came to get my friends dessert order she took off without asking me if I wanted anything which just boggled my mind. I understand they wanted to make it right over the burger but would you not make sure that the whole table is happy not to mention take advantage of the opportunity to make more money by offering EVERYBODY dessert?\n\nThe final insult came when she put the cost of the appetizer on my bill without asking who would be paying for it or if we wanted to split the cost in half between both bills. Again I understand they were trying to make it right with my friend due to messing up her food twice but my food had been bland and terrible and nobody seemed to care about that.\n\nWhen I have calmed down a bit I might give this place another try. I work close to Southgate mall and when I saw this place opening I was really hoping it could become my new after work spot. Hopefully after the wrinkles have been ironed out it still could be.",
"Lunch at State and Main a big disappointment as it does not carry any local brewed beer except 1 and it is not even branded \"Alley Kat\". Labatts employ hundreds of people in Edmonton and State and Main don't carry a single draft or even from Yellowhead. We won't be back until they show support for beer brewed in Edmonton and region. Why would we support State and Main when they don't support our local breweries big, small and the hundreds of workers employed in the beer industry here in Edmonton and region.",
"it was my first time here... dined about a week ago. we were greeted by a huge crow perched by the huge entrance.kidding aside what large doors they have.. was greeted when we entered and was sat right away-although we were placed in a dark corner but it was okay because we wanted some privacy. the server introduced herself and gave us the menus and asked us what we'd like to drink. we got our drinks and water in those cute mason jars! i asked the waitress if they have any specials or what's really good, and she said a few stuff.. we ordered the bam bam shrimp for appetizer- it was heavenly! we didn't like spicy food but the spice of the sauce was just right! the shrimp was cooked just right-not overcooked or undercooked. My friend had the grilled chicken club with warm potato salad and jalapeño cheddar corn bread with no bacon and it came with no bacon and I had the Alberta Bison burger with jalapeno cheddar corn bread and fries with gravy. \n\nyou guys have to try the Jalapeno Cheddar Corn bread!!!! It's delicious! the fries were good too, the burger was good too but with all that we ate i only had appetite left for 1/4 of the burger the sides and the shrimp were so delicious. \n\nour server was awesome! she's very attentive with our drinks and always checked on us -although a little bit more than we wanted but she said she didnt want us to feel left out coz we're in a dark corner. \n\nthe washroom was clean and it smelled nice too.. \noverall experience: Great!\n\nI would totally come back and would definitely recommend this to my friends and family.\n\nI also would like to comment on a reviewer's comment about \"Alley Kat\"-it is a brewery based in Edmonton. If you attend festivals on Churchill Square and go to bars on Whyte Ave and Jasper Ave, they do serve their beers because they are promoting the local industry. http://www.alleykatbeer.com/history.htm",
"It was theatre night, so we decided to check out State & Main for dinner. When you walk in, you enter in what feels to be a little bit of a classier restaurant. The decor has that upper class feel. \n\nWe were seated in a small side area with three tables on each side, it would be great for a private party, it sat 30 people easily. The only draw back is that it was extremely dark, they did have well place lighting that allowed us to read the menu and after about 10 minutes our eyes did adjust.\n\nThe menu was ok, burgers, fish and chips, beef deeps, wraps at reasonable prices. It was enjoyable, our server did a good job, friendly and just enough conversation to keep us engaged. However, as with most restaurants today, did not have a good grasp of non alcoholic options for beers. The food was good, I would put it about average.\n\nIt was an enjoyable dinner, but i could get similar fair at a local Red Robin.\n\nWe will go back.",
"Will NEVER go here again and will tell all my friends not to bother- called ahead to confirm brunch on long weekend Monday - told yes - open at 10 ,30- arrived to find locked doors- sign said open at 11 so waited- got seated finally and was told after removing coats and getting menus\"oh - just to let you know we don't have the brunch today\" ???its printed right on their menus- brunch on weekends and statutory holidays- we left- will never be back - they deserve to go bankrupt - we are now happily eating brunch at another place",
"They have been open about a month and I have been there four times. My last visit has moved this bar from potentially being my new local watering hole to a place I will avoid if at all possible.\nThe problem started when we questioned why a beer which is advertised and priced as 24oz on the menu was delivered in a 16oz glass. The excuse being the glass for that beer was not available... ok... so do we get a discount or another half glass? This line of questioning seemed to be too much for our waitress to handle and we not only didn't get an answer we didn't get any service for the rest of the evening. To add insult to injury, when we asked for the bill (at the bar, as we were not getting any attention at our table) the drink in question was listed at full price. The manager quickly apologized and reversed the charge; however he was oblivious to the lack of service the staff was providing. When I tried to clarify with the waitress why the tip I left was less than customary she cut me off saying that \"No explanation is needed\"...\n\nDrinks are more expensive than other bars in the area\n\nSandwiches / burgers are pretty good\n\nWings are average",
"Wow its cold in here but still HOT!\n\nCame last week on a Tuesday meeting a friend from Calgary-go Oilers! I arrived at 6 pm with out reservations, they seated us and it just started to get busy as the night took on a fun feast. It was a bit cold outside and inside with all the large exposed glass windows but they even dded some small floor heaters to help us adjust . \n\nI Thought that was cool with candles lit on all tables, the soup special was lobster bisque- really I cant believe the confidence to put this out -but it was great! some other patrons liked it also only 6.50 with bread.\n\nThey do have daily food and drink specials, but I only had one golden beer special, the pretzel special wasn't my favorite snack food. Service was attentive, its a great place to try different side dish items. I cant believe we can get a quinoa salad and sweet potato sides for a couple extra bucks. Healthy food sides like brocollina are also available.\n\nWe both shared a sandwich platter with 2 sides and each ordered the lobster bisque soup special, which was great !. The bar area which is central in the restaurant seemed open and welcoming. I do want to come back to try more daily specials. \n\nGreat value, professional service, the prices and quality are exceptional, with efficient staff , I see a strong future here for this business. enjoy.",
"went here for drinks with a friend who was dying to try this place since it opened. upon entering I was greeted by a hostess who I told I just wanted to check and see if my friend had arrived yet. I took a tour around and the place is beautiful inside and trendy. by the time I got back to the front desk my friend was there waiting and the hostess had disappeared. after waiting awhile the manager came up and asked if we had been helped. we explained the hostess had disappeared and he said she had been doing that all night(?) \nso we were seated and our server came up and we ordered drinks without difficulty. we then ordered just a side salad and side potatoes and desert. all of which were delicious. but after that our server ignored us. I saw her walking around and caught her eye but not once did she come back. finally after sitting there for an hr we put on our coats hoping that would get her attention. finally she came back to drop off the bill. we noticed she double charged for one of the sides claiming I ordered a starter. but she corrected it without incident and we were on our way.\nthis place is very nice and the food declicious (even though all we had were sides) but the service was not good. it may have been just us as the table next to us seemed to have a great server but with all the new places out that are just like this they'll have to get better to compete.",
"Well we went there as a last minute thing on a Friday night at 10 pm. There was a small wait for a table but nothing to bad. Once seated it took 5 mins to get someone to take out drink order. I think it was the manager that served us for most of the evening. He was fantastic, the downside was when our waitress took over. The manager took out order and refilled out drinks like a pro.\n\nLike most of the other reviews the food was good, we all enjoyed the food. I had wings and pretzel sticks. Others in my party had the soup bacon and tomato and the rice bowl. Food was delicious \n\nThen we probably waited 10 mins to get our bill from our waitress , I had to track another waitress down and ask for it. \n\nThe rest of the menu looked good and prices seemed reasonable. The decor was nice, we sat at a table/booth and it was comfortable.\n\nI am willing to go back as long as the level of service increases.",
"It's Original Joe's but with a different name. The service was prompt and friendly and the homemade lemonade is particularly delicious. House beers are brewed by Big Rock. A good option when at Southgate. Food is decent, but not worth going out of your way for."
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"This restaurant opened very recently and is definitely still working out the kinks. The concept is a brewery and brick oven pizza place with classy decor and an extensive, relatively inexpensive beer/wine list.\n\nSo as a concept it could be fantastic. It was at least enough to make my boyfriend and I curious and stop by the night after we saw they were open. However prices for the pizzas are a little high. Plus they really need to think of some more creative/out there topping combos. If they can work out something unexpected that would definitely draw more of a crowd. As it is, the pizzas are tasty. There are about 7 or 8 to choose from or you can put together your own.\n\nThe brewery part is interesting as well. I wish our server had known a little bit more - but perhaps you would be more fortunate at the bar. He was very nice and helpful in other respects. There are four \"house\" beers - the farmhouse ale was simple but drinkable. The Terra Fume was incredibly smokey and a little overwhelming.\n\nAt any rate, I wish them luck and we'll stop by again after they've had a few months to work things out.",
"I've been eagerly awaiting this spot's opening since I first heard about it. Pizza (sorry, flatbread in Earth's parlance) from a wood-fired oven and on-site crafted beer? What could be better?\n\nI went last night with my kids while the wife had a work engagement. I was a bit nervous, since I wasn't sure they'd have normal-enough pizza for the kids. But they gobbled up their plain pie ( \"build-your-own\" with nothing built on it), and they have juice and milk as beverage options, served in a lidded plastic cup, so they are definitely ready to serve this family-heavy neighborhood.\n\nI had a Biere d'Earth, a medium-bodied, easy drinking ale with a nice malty finish. I've read elsewhere that the owner/brewmaster is not big on hoppy beers, but hop-lovers are accommodated with two IPAs from other local breweries on tap, as well as a stout, a white and some Belgian-styles. It's a well-put together tap list that complements the on-site options.\n\nI had a pesto with roasted potato flatbread, which was tasty if uncomplicated. The crust is nice and chewy, and the toppings were fresh and flavorful.\n\nThe salads I saw go by look good - I look forward to returning to this great addition to our neighborhood!",
"Tried out Earth Bread + Brewery on opening night.\n\nThe food was great. The salad tasted fresh and had a variety of greens rather than just iceberg or romaine lettuce like most other salads. The pizza was almost perfect - the crust was a little soggy. I had the carne(sausage), and the sauce was very good on it.\n\nThey had a large range of beers. They had four of their own as well as 8-9 'friends' - beers from other local breweries, as well as a variety of bottles. Tried all four beers, and enjoyed their taste, although they aren't as hoppy or complex as some people might like their microbrews. A wide variety of wines were available for about $25-$45/bottle($6-$12/glass).\n\nService left a lot to be desired. While it was the first night, there were a couple mistakes on the orders, and the food seemed to take a while. This is why I took off one star.\n\nPrices were more than reasonable. $3.75 for a 13 oz and $5 for a 20 oz beer, and pizzas were $6-$9 for a small, which means salad, pizza, and a large beer would go for about $25 pp inc. tax + tip. Just a pizza and small beer would be under $15 pp. I would not be shocked to see the prices go up within the next several months, as they seemed slightly low.",
"Great atmosphere, location (for me) and beer list....But come on guys - you have been open a month and both times I go you are out of dough for the \"breads\" by 8:30. When you offer a limited menu of mostly \"breads\", you CANNOT run out of food and turn people away and expect them to risk coming out again in hopes you planned for enough dough to get you through the night. Restaurant 101.",
"I have been really excited for this spot to open and was looking forward to another option in Mt. Airy, I have to say I've been disappointed. They don't have a great selection of food, they sell wine and beer, but no hard liquor and they close around midnight. It would be a good place to go get drinks and order a pizza if you get hungry... but the main draw is supposed to be the food and there are much better options for that in the area. It's not really a bar scene; no TV, no music, no liquor... but they don't have enough food to really be a great restaurant either. It feels like they are stuck somewhere in the middle. \nThe owners are very friendly and the staff are helpful, so hopefully they will work out the kinks.",
"i've heard such great things about this place, i made it the last place i visited before getting rid of my car. ooooh i wasn't disappointed. i sampled the terra fume and one other beer as well... started with a \"b\" ... and now i can't remember its name. anyway, that's the beer i ordered and it was great and smooth and malty. we knew before even seeing it we were going to love the seed pizza and my goodness. we got a margarita as well but the seed was just perfect with the beers. house salad was excellent as well. while the dipping breads were awesome, the special pumpkin minestrone was bland, but that was the only sour note of the dinner. we were stuffed - and our bill came to only $38. well done. \n\ni will be back. once i can figure out how to get there without a car from the other side o' town.",
"Eh, I thought this place was kinda mediocre for what they were serving. There were some pros and cons.\n\nPros: They do their own beer. It's pretty tasty and they do some interesting ones. They have a smoky beer that tastes like you just sucked on a meat smoker. And the other ones are good too. They also use fresh ingredients in all their food. \n\nCons: For a pizza place thats trying to be inventive, im not really impressed. It seemed very run of the mill, and it didnt separate itself from other places. I went there within the first couple weeks it was open, so maybe things have changed up.",
"Yumminess in a glass and on a plate. Their home brewed beer is super and the price is right. Plus, what goes best with beer? PIZZA! My favorite is actually one I asked them to customize...it is the veggie pizza but instead of mozzarella cheese, I have them bring me a side of creamy goat cheese. MMMMMMMMM. This is definitely a place I will be making regular visits too.",
"This place is great! We've been there twice already.\n\nThe seed pizza sounds boring on the menu, but it is anything but boring. Out of all the pizza we tried, and I think we tried about 6-7 between the two visits, it is definitely my favorite. A close second is the traditional. The sauce is delicious, and the salad on top really set this flatbread apart from others.\n\nWe originally went to Earth Bread + Brewery for the beer, but the food make it a worthwhile ride from Center City as well. The beer does not disappoint.\n\nDessert is also a hit. The cookie plate was so good, we ended up getting an extra to go. Their desserts are from The Night Kitchen Bakery in Chestnut Hill.",
"This review is for the bar only.\n\nRIP Inglesea! Every time I come back east, Mt Airy is more and more boho. I'm not complaining because when I come back east I don't have a car, so any place in walking distance is A-OK by me. But -- still quite a shocker to walk into the former Underage Express and find a very, well, Chestnut Hill type of establishment. But microbrews! \n\nActually, their homemade brew is pretty average -- the ESB has the most to offer at this point -- but they have other favorites on draft and there's nothing wrong with that (even if McMenamin's has them beat on that front too). Added bonus: since this place is new, all kinds of folks are hanging out there, so cancel that 'just for fun' speed dating night and bring your friends here instead."
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"A new Thai restaurant at Terminal Square is a great thing. These folks are currently doing their soft opening. For those familiar with the area, they are in the strip of stores near the H Mart. It was formally the Peking Duck House.\n\nYesterday the lovely wife and I were enjoying a Vietnamese lunch next door and noticed them as we were returning to our car. As we were stuffed we decided to purchase something to-go to try that evening.\n\nThe décor is nicely redone in warm yellow and wood. We were greeted pleasantly and placed a to-go order for the chicken variation of Lemongrass Fried rice ($8.50). There was also a shrimp version available. It was ready quickly and off we went. We popped it open last night for dinner and were immediately delighted with that wonderful lemongrass aroma. It was a large portion with plenty of chicken. Even though it was a to-go order it was nicely garnished with slices of fresh tomato and cucumber. The wife and I both agree that it was delicious and surprisingly very spicy. \n\nThe menu seems to be a combo of typical dishes for Americanized tastes and also some items for the more adventurous. For instance you can choose General Thai Chicken ($8.50). Or you can take a walk on the wild side and have Vermicelli with Pork Entrails in a Laos style herb broth ($8.50).\n\nOur one dish was four star quality but based on a single to-go dish I'm going with three stars until I have a chance to go back and have a sit-down meal.",
"We stopped here tonight, waylaid a few doors short of our favorite Vietnamese restaurant in Upper Darby. I was impressed with the menu--much more varied than most Thai restaurants in Philly. My daughter and I had the Northern Thai sausage appetizer (a hardcore carnivore, my daughter pronounced it A+). I think they were even better than the Sai Oua at Vientiane. Also at her request we had chicken dumplings. Maybe hand filled, but mediocre--especially compared to Yang Yang Express around the corner. We had Basil Fried Rice with Chicken, which was very good. And Kanom Jeen Nam Ya Pla, rice vermicelli noodles with a curried fish sauce. Serpent Fish, according to the menu. This is something I've made (not with serpent fish) but never seen on a Thai menu here. I have little to compare it to but my own cookbook efforts--but I give them stars for offering something unique. Next time I will try the Larb, and the Som Tum Laos (with shredded green papaya, fermented fish sauce and salted crab). Or the Mok Normai: Steamed bamboo shoots and pork w/ herbs in a banana leaf...",
"I stopped by the other day with my brother, and I have to say that their menu items are very unique and have a lot of items that I don't see at other Thai restaurants like vermicelli w/ pork entrails (gotten try that next time).\n\nWe started off with the grilled meat appetizer which tasted very good, the sauce was kinda salty and fishy cause of the fish sauce but it reminded me of Korean style bbq (kalbi). \n\nI got Pad Him-Ma-Parn which is sauteed cashew nuts, pineapple, celery, onions, scallions, and bell peppers in Thai chili paste you can get it with two different kind of meats: chicken or shrimp, I got the chicken. My brother went with the Massaman Curry which is potatoes, onions, peanut, pineapple and carrots in Massaman curry paste with coconut milk. Both our dishes were very tasty with the traditional Thai flavors, only thing that was kinda disappointing was the quantity. The dishes were a little smaller than other places I have been to, but the taste was on par. \n\nThe service was excellent and we talked to our waitress a little and found out that they had moved from another location to Upper Darby. Overall I would say that our visit was satisfactory and I will go there and try it again. It is a nice addition to the growing number of restaurants at Terminal Square.",
"Finally decided to try this place out, ordered the pad Thai and wonton soup. I must say the presentation was very nice and the food was great! Service was very good and the price your paying for the quality of food your getting is well worth it. Definitely will go back again for some more pad Thai!",
"Finally!!! Authentic Thai food in Philly! As a Thai person it has been challenging to find very authentic food in his city... Sure, you can find dozens of places with Pad Thai or Basil Chicken -- but there are times when you want the REAL DEAL: Tom Zap, Kuay Tiew Rua (Boat noodles), Som Tum, etc. I now have a local place to feed my cravings (without having to travel to NY or DC)",
"wow. Sabaidee did not disappoint at all! as a thai person, living here for almost 2 years i have yet to find good thai food. i have finally found it in upper darby. we ordered the yum zap, nam moo dang, thai sausage, som tham with sticky rice. tasted great! we ordered the salted fried rice which tasted just like i would eat in thailand.\n\npleased to finally have found a restaurant which i can satisfy my thai cravings!! thanks sa bai dee! excellent wait staff and place was very busy for a sunday night. glad word has gotten around since they just opened up a few months ago. will definetly be back!",
"Love Thai Boat Noodle Soup...It makes me miss Thailand so much.\nThe admosphere here is also great: new clean tables and friendly servers.",
"Fantastic! Small, clean, and the food was worth every penny. We ordered the grilled squid and winter shrimp appetizers, and the squid was the absolute best I've ever had. For dinner, the grillled striped bass was excellent. Their pad thai is simmered in tamarind sauce! Delicious. We also had the sweet banana roll and the mango with sticky rice desserts and... they were also great!\nWe will be coming back, no doubt.",
"Best Thai food I've ever had, one of the best meals I've had all year. Outstanding staff, extensive menu, incredible prices. Before I walked out, I made a reservation for my birthday in August. If you like Thai/Laos food, do yourself a favor and check them out. If you don't like Thai food, they will convert you.",
"I'm going to let you in on a little secret. I've found my new favorite Thai restaurant in Philly. \n\nSeriously, the food here is delicious and authentic. Which means spicy things will actually be (a little, by Thai standards) spicy. The portion sizes were surprisingly generous. Best of all, most entrees (pad thai, fried rice, curries, noodle dishes, sauteed meats and veggies) are a flat $8.50, with your choice of chicken, shrimp, or beef. Only the fancy specials (like duck) are over $8.50. \n\nService is polite and unassuming. The atmosphere is simple, clean, and pleasant. Food comes out in the blink of an eye. \n\nIt doesn't get any cheaper/more legit outside of Thailand."
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"I recently visited this DELISH new place and hum, wow! I sincerely needed a substantial meal without all the fat, salt, etc and I got just what I wanted. Delicious Middle Eastern flavors blended with Philly flair. Great little place.",
"This place is GREAT! Fresh food, clean and comfortable. (And, Veg friendly!) The atmosphere is light and open. They have local artists showing their work, and lots of tables, including one big one for a group. \n\nWe went on Thursday night at 7, and there were a few other diners - The place is pretty new! They opened in January. \n\nWe were two adults and one child. We ordered a Caesar salad and lentil soup to share, first. Both were excellent! \n\nThen, we went back and ordered our main meals, which for all three were Kumpir - a kind of a stuffed baked potato. When you order it, you can choose the toppings you want. Two of us ordered steak which I heard was juicy, delicious and a LOT! Mine was vegetarian. You can have any kind of vegetable, beans, a choice of four different cheeses, and many different sauces. The presentation was beautiful!\n\nWe felt like we ate and ate - the portions were substantial. It wasn't expensive at all - about 40$ for the three of us. \n\nI would definitely go back!",
"Try everything... it all is prep'd fresh-to-order (so a little slow) but the flavors and fresh and delic.... yummmy",
"Highly recommended! In a neighborhood (the Main Line) that seems to serve Pizza, Burger, Sushi, and Chinese only....this is a welcomed addition. Frankly, I got tired of seeing the same junk food along Lancaster ave.\n\nI had the Kumpir (stuffed baked potato), and it was pretty good! About $9, and it was enough for a dinner and a leftover lunch....so don't worry about if a potato will fill you....it will.\n\nI thought the best part(s) of this place were the approach towards ingredients, and the atmosphere. Everything there is prepared fresh, which is amazing. For instance, I ordered an iced tea, so they have you select your favorite tea, which they then brew for you, and ice. I thought it was great. The food is prepared in the same manner. \n\nSecondly, the owner seems to really know how to make a relaxed, casual atmosphere. If I had to choose between relaxing with a coffee at a Starbucks or this place, I'd choose this place. It's nice, relaxed, comfortable, and the owner seems to really care about how his customers are treated.\n\nSo there you go! I'd recommend giving it a try!\n\nPS - they were talking about adding Turkish Coffee soon, which would also be awesome, and a great new addition to the Lancaster Ave offering.",
"I've been stopping by here recently before a regular gig I have in Ardmore. I went for the first time on a recommendation I got after randomly popping into some sort of picture frame/random decor store around the corner to ask about cheap places to eat close by. The man there said he'd been having some \"great experiences\" at Firinji so I decided to go check it out.\n\nThe guy who owns the place is really friendly, as are his staff. Maybe a little too friendly, even--I'm not surprised his background is hotel management. Too friendly is of course better than not friendly enough.\n\nThe place is set up essentially like a fast food joint, although not quite as fast. It's never been busy at all when I've come but I could see there being a problem with food preparation time if there was ever a long line. The foods all seems to be quite fresh but since it's also reasonably priced I don't think you're getting free-range organic chicken here, either. Everything I've had, including the lamajhoun wrap (not sure if I'm spelling that correctly) and veggie burrito, has had an appealing taste. On my first visit I had lentil soup that was especially good--I've never had lentil soup that was pureed into a uniformly smooth texture so that was also a bit of a novelty.\n\nWhat I struggle with the most at Firinji is that the combination of ingredients is rather odd. It can't seem to decide whether it's serving Middle Eastern, Mexican, or American food. This was most notable in one of the Kumpirs I ordered. There were so many different things on it that it just made no sense. One feels a bit of unease when confronted with the combination of pico de gallo and hummus, or yogurt in a burrito instead of sour cream. You can combine a lot of these things together and the result won't taste \"bad\" but I really wish they would make their menu a bit more cohesive. I'd really like to see some kind of \"Middle Eastern plate\" with hummus, baba ghanoush, dolmas...as well as some more entrees that were more consistent with respect to the melding of ingredients and flavors. It's also important to mention that customers are equally encouraged to build their own wrap/kumpir/etc. combining all these different ingredients as they wish.\n\nI've gone there for a few weeks consistently and may try out some other places in the area before returning. On the whole though I'd say it's a good bet.\n\nBonus: they also have free wi-fi. The unsecured \"guest\" network didn't work for some reason, but the owner gave me a password to the secured one.",
"Firinji is great! I went with my father, and I had the \"Color Orange\" smoothie, which is made of mangos, apricots, orange juice, etc. and a Veggie Rice Bowl, which was a bed of basmati rice, with sauteed vegetables, a great yogurt sauce drizzled on top, and some optional cheese. It was really good, I would recommend it. My father had a berry smoothie, which he enjoyed, and a Veggie Wrap which he said was great. Also, the flatbread chips are delicious and well seasoned. The staff is so friendly and the decor is stylish, modern, and welcoming. This is a great place to go for a casual, healthy, and interesting meal. I will be returning again soon.",
"What a great addition to Ardmore! Had the Kumpir Donor (baked potato stuffed with chicken, corn, all kinds of good stuff) and some clearly home-made hummus with pita chips. The chicken was tender, juicy and saturated with flavor. My companion got a veggie quesadilla that had more veggies than cheese - wonderful change from the 'usual' tired quesadillas. Generous portions meant I left in a happy food coma. Hip, clean, bright decor with local artist paintings and a prominent community board. Friendly service. We'll be back!",
"I recently visited this DELISH new place and hum, wow! I sincerely needed a substantial meal without all the fat, salt, etc and I got just what I wanted. Delicious Middle Eastern flavors blended with Philly flair. Great little place.",
"I work in the area and when the living social deal came up I figured it would be a good reason to try this place. Wow, I wish I had come earlier! \n\nFirinji is tastefully decorated, with chill music, fresh made-to-order meals and extremely gracious and friendly staff. I came here late on a Wednesday night with my boyfriend, and towards the end, it was just my boyfriend and I and a cute mid-fifties couple sitting next to us with a bottle of wine.\n\nI tried the house kumpir, which was very filling and tasty. Kumpirs are basically baked potatoes with all sorts of innerds. I'd never had one before and figured I'd go for it. The chicken is cooked in one of those rotisserie ovens in the back and it was so tender and juicy. I don't remember the last time I had chicken that tender. We got a chance to watch the owner prepare a meal and he explained that he also takes 40 minutes to make the potatoes in the oven, and they're not microwaved. The care and pride that the owner takes in his food and his restaurant are evident based on preparation of the food (it's made once you order so it takes time), the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff and how accommodating they are. The owner mentioned his background in hotels and it shows.\n\nAfter my boyfriend and I finished our meals, we sat down and had some tea and chatted for awhile. We're not ones to do that, but the atmosphere was so relaxed that I didn't want to leave. \n\nFirinji, I will be back.",
"I figured I'd give this place a try based on the stellar reviews. However, it was not a five star experience. Yes, the staff was friendly, but the food was mediocre at best. Quite bland and confused. They serve some Mediterranean specialties, some middle eastern specialties, and some food that seems Mexican. It's just an odd hodgepodge."
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"So if you have a had a Primo hoagie you know how good they are. The great quality and loads of meat. The spices. The fresh awesome bread. They are just simply some of the best hoagies around.\n\nAll Primo's usually have the tables and great beverage selection. This one is no different.\n\nI will admit though I tend to like the subs coming from this Primo more than my local Primo at home. Quality is always top notch but most impressive is the speed in which they turn around your sandwich at lunch time. Its amazing. Sometimes I will get a hot buffalo chicken sandwich and its done in no-time at all. Go to some other Primos and it will take 5-10 minutes at least.\n\nAll Primos are generally good (I did hit a bad one one time in South Jersey). But this one is top notch.",
"Greek gods do exist and I found out that Hermes (Messenger of the Gods) got a second job here. \n\nA fellow co-worker and myself ordered lunch here in the mood for a good sandwich. We called at 11:50 AM, what I consider to be busy ordering time, and they said they would be here in 20 minutes. I couldn't believe they got here that quick. Whoever runs that place does a great job. \n\nI ordered the Old Style Meatball Parm with Broccoli Rabe. It was a great, hearty, and tasty sandwich. \n\nMy co-worker always gets their Sharp Italian. He says it is a great sandwich as well. \n\nMost people say they have not had a bad sandwich here, and they are right. \n\nWe tried their dirt pudding which my boss says is great. I was not feeling it though. On a scale of 1 to 10, 10 being my aunt's dirt pudding. I would give Primo's a 3. Sweet, smooth but nothing compared to the best I have had.",
"Sharp Italian, mild sharp Italian, and meatball are all excellent. Great ratios of meat to bread to cheese to condiments, quality meat, fresh lettuce and tomato etc, excellent bread. Nice people and fast service too.",
"We use them for many work functions. Great food and service!!",
"Really good eats. A little pricey though. Got to try the redskin potato salad, best I've ever had!",
"This Primo hoagies is great! The staff is always friendly and helpful, it's brightly lit and clean as a whistle. I've had three different sandwiches so far, but my absolute favorite is the Mild Sharp Italian. But the Turkey Schwartzie (sp?) is kinda awesome too!\n\nThe bread is always fresh and the toppings and meat are very generous. Love this place!",
"I consistently suggest that we use these folks for work functions and every time I get my way, people comment on how lovely the lunch was. Delivery is prompt and friendly, as are the folks who take the order when you call. Only thing missing is some sort of loyalty program like Slack's Hoagie Shack has. We love Primo!",
"The bread makes the hoagie & Primo's is superb. I usually get the roast beef, which comes with copious amounts of delicious meat*. Incredibly quick delivery too, we use them quite frequently for work functions & they are always on time, with no mistakes, even on complicated orders.\n\n*That's what she said.",
"The bread is perfect; not too soft or tough. Got a relatively plain ham, sharp American and tomato sandwich and the tomatoes had a touch of salt/pepper/basil--just the thing to turn my otherwise cop-out selection into something interesting. \n\n(Seriously, the menu is waaaay too long. Downright overwhelming. I was very disappointed I could get a cheesesteak or cheddar cheese, but I'd have known thy had neither if I'd been able to spend an hour with the menu...)",
"Primo's is a superb sandwich shop located on Scotch Road in Ewing. Parking can fill up during lunch hours, but I never had a hard time finding a spot. They appear backed up during these hours as well, but make no mistake, your sandwich will be ready in less than five minutes. The quality is always consistant. Sandwiches are fresh (especially that \"primo\" bread), and flavorful. I tend to order the sharp italian, buffalo chicken cutlet or schwartzie. Menu also includes a diablo option, bound to spicen up your sandwich! Primo Hoagies may be leaning towards the more expensive side, but the food is totally worth the cost. The folks are always friendly and working hard keeping up with their customers."
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"Lenny's Home Plate is a small, South Philly style sandwich shop on the Ridge in Roxborough. The place has a Phillies Baseball feel to it, with shirts, caps and other memorabilia on display or for sale. The sandwiches all have clever names like The Godfather, Sicilian, etc. My favorite one is The Albert, which a friend of mine named Albert claimed it was named after him. I never believed him because Lenny always charged him for it. The Albert begins on a seeded Sarcone Roll topped with their homemade Cajun Mayo, lots of fresh Corned Beef, , American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions, Oil and Spices. I get the fiery Hot Peppers on the side. One of my favorite Philly sandwiches! \nThe Salads are large and delicious and I love the Chicken Cutlets and all the Italian sandwiches named after famous Italians and local neighborhoods. \nLenny's has a nice dinning area for you to enjoy your meal, the service is fast and you feel at home here, no matter who you are.",
"Let's get this out of the way: I take my hoagies very seriously (see response to question in my profile prompting me for what my last meal would be). I have had many hoagies from many places, but I really think Lenny's could my favorite.\n\nThe Lenny's hoagies are of a certain breed of hoagie. Lenny's hoagies are very authentic Italian hoagies - seeded rolls (from Sarcone's bakery), imported Italian meats and cheeses, roasted long hot peppers, etc. These are serious hoagies and I *highly* recommend you try Lenny's if you are in the Roxborough area. \n\nI used to go to Primo's hoagies, but Lenny's will now be my default, especially because I can park in the free municipal lot across the street.",
"Lenny's has the best hoagies in the city and I highly recommend you check this place out. The rolls are phenomenal and the veggie eggplant hoagie is perfect if you are a vegetarian or are picking up a sandwich for a vegetarian friend. I go there all the time and they know my sandwich when I call. I love that. They do party platters too for events.",
"Awesome meats and awesome breads. \nMy favorite is the Soprano (5/5 stars) with salami, copocolla, cotigene, prosciutto, mortadella, soppressata, and provolone cheese. You don't need to know what the meats look like, or how to pronounce them, just trust me that they taste like heaven when sandwiched in the sesame roll. \nI usually can't finish the whole minor league size in one sitting so its good to share or have leftovers.",
"Best subs Philly has to offer. I live in South Philly and make it a point to take the bus or drive up to The Yunk. God father 1. Meats are top notch and so is the Sarcone's rolls.",
"Wow-- sums up my first trip to Lenny's. The Rocco Supreme was delicious!!! The spicy turkey and cheese were tasty and plentiful. Did I mention that the major league was HUGE?!?!? I only made it through a quarter of the hoagie before I had to push it way or risk bursting at the seam. Lenny's may be my new lunch spot; lots of sandwiches left to try!",
"This hole in the wall Hoagie shop is as authentic as it gets.\n\nAmazing quality meats and great service. Pricing is decent and their menu will not leave anyone out. They have two sizes only: Minor league = 12 inches or the Major league = 24 inches. Seriously, that is a lot of food. Unless you're hungry, plan on splitting these sandwiches with another person.\n\nI had the Godfather I hoagie and it was just delicious.\n\nParking can be a pain in the butt, but if you know the area a little or look around, behind the shops (not all shops) there are big parking lots that offer two hour free parking which is more than enough time to park, eat, chat and walk back to your car.\n\nBest hoagie shop in Philly.",
"Just went to Lenny's. Nice guy greeted me at the counter and asked what I wanted... ofcourse I didn't know. Told him I'd never been here before and he then proceeded to go through each of the hoagie categories and all I remember him saying was \"the Soprano is what you should get if you want a lot of meat.\" Needless to say I ordered the Minor League soprano which isn't minor league at all. I ordered mine with no tomatoes and with olive oil. $6.25, tons of meat, fresh roll, and delicious as heck. Absolutely loved it. I will be back again to try one of the spicier hoagies with the cajun mayo to get back in touch with my Mississippi roots. Highly recommend Lenny's. It's like heaven in your mouth!",
"THE hoagie in Rox/Manayunk. Better than Primo Hoagies!\n\nThe bread is awesome, I don't even know how to explain it, it's just awesome. Edit: I've come to find out that it's Liscio's. Explains everything!:)\n\nThe meats are high quality and are extremely tasty. \n\nThe prices are range from 4.50-6.50. How much better can it get?!",
"My favorite hoagie shop around and no doubt the best value! That makes for a 5 star rating. Amazing sandwiches that will leave you full. Anyone I have ever sent here has thanked me profusely."
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"Located on top the Reno foothills, this is a great place to grab a bite or enjoy a drink while you sit indoors and outdoors while you enjoy the panoramic view of downtown. They have a great selection of different burgers and sandwiches in addition to many traditional pub favorites. Like the last Yelper, I also had the Smashed Cuban Sandwich. I wouldn't call it a Cuban but it was so tasty! If you are visiting and have transportation, Moxie's is 5 to 10 minutes outside of downtown. This one is a winner!",
"Some old roommates introduced me to this place. It has an amazing view from the patio (and the north facing windows).\n\nThe interior has a dark, modern decor, with the main area dominated by a large U-shaped bar that seats maybe 20 people. There are tables to the left (that enjoy the best view), some more tables in the bar area to the right, and further to the right, there are some booths in a separate seating area.\n\nDrinks here aren't anything special, but their menu is pretty impressive. I haven't had anything that's disappointed me yet. The place is kind of unusual in that the atmosphere, while sleek and modern, seems pretty casual. On the other hand, their menu is a bit more upscale than what the decor would suggest.\n\nI have had the burgers, mussels with pasta, chicken piccata, and fajitas, and always been satisfied, and the piccata was delicious, though a bit over-salted.\n\nThe RN&R review from a little over a year ago mentions that \"I feel like if you were 40 and had just gotten divorced, this is where you would go to meet people,\" which seems like an accurate description for the place. It's a bit of a stretch for my budget, though when I'm looking for a nicer meal out, that's not quite fine-dining, this place fits the bill.",
"Went here because I had a gift certificate; had lunch with my dad. Was not impressed at all neither was my dad.\n\nChicken wasn't cooked all the way through in sandwich.\nFly buzzing around window.\n\nThe atmosphere and waiter were lacking; waiter tried to stiff me. I had to explain to him that I was shorted (he didn't deduct gc). \n\nThere is more but I don't want to list.",
"Give it a try. For some reason service is always slow here. Takes a while to get your menu, takes a while to get your drinks, takes a while to get your food, takes a while to get your drinks refilled, and takes a really long time to finally get your check. It always seems busy, and they have a large bar that's always chatty and busy, so they must be doing something right. Maybe the two times I've tried it I've just had an unusual bad experience. The food is good, and not your usual. I get what I believe is called the \"Mediterranean\" pasta. Has pine nuts in it. Good food, but just slow and a little impersonal.",
"We came here for lunch on a Saturday because it seemed kid-friendly. I got the Santa Fe sandwich with portabello mushroom and it was alright. The sandwiches come with a side and my salad was a good third of my plate, which I appreciated. My nephew got a side soup and it was so salty and pretty much inedible. \n\nThe entree salads are very large and so are their appetizers. The service was not very good, however, probably because at lunchtime on the weekend they only had one waitress and one busboy. It took us a long time to get our check and pay which was annoying since we were a party of five plus two young children.",
"Great place to eat drink or just hang out and gamble. Great selection of beer and ale on tap. Food is fantastic and plentiful.",
"This place can be great or just fine. Depends. They consistently have the best tri-tip/blue cheese giant salad. Worth a visit. Great location and views and big booths to hide in.",
"We've lived close by for several years , never been there, but hoped for a good neighborhood find. Very disappointed! Table of unsupervised kids, but they let us move to another table- no problem. Very slow service. Waitress quite good at walking by and ignoring us completely. When food finally arrived, it was not very good. Mixed drink was very watered down. Too bad food and service don't come close to the good view ! We were really hoping for something better! Service and food need improvement!",
"Moxie's is the coolest bar in Caughlin Ranch. It's at the top of Caughlin Parkway. They have decent pub grub, and several beers on tap, including one IPA. \nThey used to have Dogfish IPA, now they have Lagunitas, both great IPA's. I've never had a bad meal here, and I usually sit in the bar area and get great service. \nIf you play the video games, I like video Blackjack instead of poker (money tends to last longer), the drinks are usually comped!",
"Great view, great food, nice atmosphere. Always a fun place to grab a drink and eat a nice meal. Even something as simple as a turkey club sandwich is excellent here."
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"I've been eagerly anticipating this bakery, so I was excited to attend the second day of Yeast's \"soft opening\" this morning after a walk in Shelby Park. \n\nKnowing that this weekend was an opportunity to work out some kinks and gauge customer interest, I went into the bakery with an open mind. By the time I got there--around 11:30am--several items had sold out. I was lucky to purchase the last jalapeño sausage kolache and an enormous cinnamon roll to go. My cinnadreams came true when I got extra special scrapings of icing on top of the roll. Yum.\n\nThe savory kolache was spicy and delicious, with a well-baked crust. Though I'm not usually one for breakfast sweets, the cinnamon roll won me over with its many layers and moist raisins. Let's not forget about the icing bonus.\n\nHere's the deal: Iced coffee hasn't been established yet, and the pace of customer service will probably pick up a bit in the weeks to come. I wasn't in a rush this morning, but I'd love to make a quick stop on the way to work soon. For now, I'll just enjoy the leisurely wait and get to know some of my neighbors.",
"What a great local east nashville bakery! I had been watching their progress on facebook and I got very excited this morning when I logged into facebook to find that they had fresh Kolaches. So on my way into the office I had to swing by and give them a try! Super friendly staff and a great assortment of fresh baked goods. I think this is going to be my new favorite place to stop in the morning to fulfill my \"yeast\" craving. Thanks Yeast Nashville for becoming my new best friend!",
"We've already been 3 times this week....and they just opened last Saturday...\nThey are absolutely brand new and getting the kinks worked out with speed etc...But there is nothing beginner about the food here! Definitely gonna be one of my morning haunts!\nI realize they are a Kolache' store and that's the star of the show...But believe me you cannot leave without trying the Orange Roll. It's so very,very good. Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu!\nGo and go often!",
"I first tasted Yeast Nashville before they opened and was impressed by their Yazoo Jalapeno bread. When I saw that they had opened their physical location, I had to stop by. The experience was by no means unpleasant, but I did notice that my sausage and cheese kolache had generic American cheese. It was also warmed up in a microwave prior to being served. That's probably why the prices were so reasonable!\n\nMy hope is that the cost-cutting measures they appear to be taking will disappear in favor of higher quality ingredients and better warming methods as they become more and more popular.",
"I love trying out new places, especially local eateries in their early stages. After reading a few reviews I had very high hopes. I guess the problem with high hopes is they give equal room for high disappointment. And that's exactly what I was left with.\n\nThe good? The people were awesome. Couldn't ask for nicer or more genuine people. I truly want them to succeed. Sadly, though, I can't review a place without looking at the food. \n\nMy wife and I went in and ordered two kolaches - one strawberry and cream cheese, and one sausage and cheese- and two iced coffees. The iced coffee was regular (hot) coffee poured over ice and topped off with a little Nesquick. Take that for what it is. \n\nThe kolaches were very disappointing to both of us. They were cold, mildly stale, and tasted like something I would get out of a glass case at a truck stop. Don't hear me wrong - I love a good gas station pastry. I just hoped I would experience something of higher caliber from a shop dedicated to making them. I feel like they would've been much better when warm.\n\nIt was busy, and this place is brand spanking new, so I know they're getting all the kinks worked out. I'll give them the benefit of growing pains, keep the star rating neutral, and try again at a later date.",
"What a lovely couple!\nIt is so refreshing to do business with really nice people who work hard to make the American dream real........ and they're doing it right here in East Nasty!\n\nWent in this afternoon and there was no one in there but a couple having coffee and kolaches, the owners and myself.\nI ordered a cherry kolache and listened to the owners telling me how they plan to increase their kolache varieties to include more meat!\nShe mentioned bacon kolaches!!!! \nSaid that according to Health Dept rules, they cannot keep a lot of protein bearing kolaches sitting around, so they make 400, wait to sell out, and then make another 400..\nSo if you're like me and truly enjoy foods with wonderful protein in it, our prayers have been answered.\n\nDelicious and oh so fresh.\nOwner and I were discussing how a new restaurant is opening up every week in Nashville and he agreed that we have reached critical mass with restaurants in East Nashville, alone.\n\nAnother small business owner, making a try at the American dream, and not a franchise.. Let's help them succeed! We certainly don't want any big box stores coming in to our little piece of paradise over here...\n\nI hope to return when they offer more protein, less gluten items, on their menu.",
"Perhaps I'm just not a Ko-lawch-y person. I stopped in to try one of these things and I left wondering what all the fuss is about down in TX. I don't want to sound like a turd but that's really the feeling I had after eating my kolache. I chose their cinnamon peach thinking there would be a spoonful of fresh peach preserves over the top of it but I was disappointed to find a dollop of what tasted like fruit cup peaches in corn syrup that was already coagulating in to fruit snack consistency. The dough itself was very crunchy sort of like a cross between biscotti and bread, with a plain or neutral flavor. It was my first Kolache and I'm not sure how to judge it because I've never had one before. So far I don't think Kolaches are my cup of tea.\n\nAlso, to be fair it's their first week! Everyone was very very friendly and helpful while I was there, which to me signifies a dedication to what they're doing. Don't be discouraged by a line, everyone was attentive and things moved quickly. I'll come back eventually to try another kolache another day or just get one of those rolls. I highly respect the work put in to this place and I wish them all the best!\n\nI really hope that they continue to explore other baked options. We are in desperate need of a good bread bakery in East Nashville. Seriously, I'm sick of going in to Turnip Truck and finding baguettes that are so hard you could play baseball with them. I don't know maybe it's the humidity but there is slim pickin's for fresh preservative free bread that hasn't turned brick hard anywhere! A friend and I were just discussing our wish for a place on the East side to stop off and buy fresh bread, Italian loafs, foccacia - breads you can bring to a dinner party that were made that day! ALSO my personal wish is for breads featuring heirloom grains, or sprouted grains, or soaked grains as these are considerably easier on your gut lining and overall digestive health (Hint hint hint Yeast Nashville). \n\nYeast Nashville has a wonderful kitchen set up, I can't wait to see what they continue to churn out. Definitely stop by and give this place a try and let them know what you're looking for.",
"I was really looking forward to trying this place after reading the Nashville Bites article about it. Being from Chicago where a \"kolache\" is a cookie, I was very curious to try this take on it.\n\nThey are wonderful! More like a filled roll or pastry than a cookie. I also noticed the owner pronounced it differently; he said \"koh-lack-ee\", whereas I was taught to say \"koh-lahch-kee\".\n\nOk,language lesson over. On to the good part. They come in a number of different fillings, both sweet and savory. I got a sausage & cheese and a cherry, husband got a sausage & cheese and an El Diablo.\n\nI was expecting a bulk sausage filling, but the sausage was a smoked style, and they really should sell it in the store, it's delicious. The cheese is basic American, which is just right: a simple gooey background that allows the sausage to stand out. The cherry was slightly tart and juicy, very nice.\n\nAn El Diablo is filled with jalapeño sausage (again, they should sell it), American cheese, and habanero. It's pretty spicy, but not uncomfortably so; not too much for breakfast, and a good choice for something different.\n\nAdd to this the fact that they both serve & sell Drew's Brew's coffee, and you have a good place to snack and hang out!",
"I became a fan of kolache when business travel took me to Texas and I often wished that I could find them here. Well, finally my wish has been granted. Everything I have tried is delicious. I prefer the savory sausage and cheese kolache but the fruit filled ones are equally good. And the Texas sized cinnamon, orange, and lemon rolls are also not to be missed.\n\nI see nothing but a bright future as this place grows.",
"I had never had a kolache before, so I was not sure what to expect, nor do I have any basis for comparison. I tried the sausage jalapeno kolache. It was awesome, the dough is soft and slightly sweet and contrasts nicely with the savory/spicy sausage and cheese filling. It went perfectly with a cup of coffee. Friendly service, although they sometimes sell out if you go later in the day (not necessarily a bad thing since you know it's fresh). Will definitely go back."
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"Friendly staff, good selection of beers and great food! \n\nThey just opened and frankly everything was better than I expected. Found seats at the bar, so didn't have the 30 minute wait. \n\nGood atmosphere and 8 TVs, so you can catch your favorite game while enjoying a great meal. \n\nAshley and the staff were great - despite the nearly overwhelming demands of their customers - and made it a very enjoyable dining experience. \n\nI enjoyed a Tennessee Burger with a side salad. Burger was cooked to order - exactly right and the salad was crisp and tasty. Everybody enjoyed their food including the \"adult\" milkshakes. \n\nCannot wait to work my way down the menu and try the next burger on the list!",
"Our first visit to the Mt Juliet location and it did not disappoint. Our server Mallory was fantastic!! The manager also stopped by our table to welcome us. The food was amazing. Unique combinations of appetizers, burgers and real milkshakes (you can even get an adult milkshake). Huge craft beer selection on tap. Several big screens to keep up with the game. \n\nTheir waitlist process is painless. They use a text service so you don't have to stay near the building. There is a link in the text that allows you to keep track of where you are on the list.\n\nWelcome addition to Mt Juliet.",
"Went in to have a cocktail and appetizer on the 2nd day it was open and was pleasantly surprised how organized everything was! We had great service, food was churning out, beer was cold and the tunes were on-point. Can't wait to go back; so happy to have this in Mount Juliet!",
"Went for lunch on Sunday. Busy place but the wait was only about 20 minutes. The restaurant is noisy so don't expect a quite meal.\n\nOn the positive side, the food is very good. All of our orders came out hot and tasty. The Tennessee Burger is their local signature item, and it did not disappoint. The fries and tater tots were both excellent. \n\nI like the way they text you when your table is ready. The ability to check your status on the wait list is an added plus. \n\nThis is a good hamburger restaurant which has a good local selection of craft beers. If you don't mind paying $12 for a good hamburger, I highly recommend this place.",
"Arrived during busy hours at the Mt. Juliet BR (6-7pm) and was told there would be a 25-35 minute wait for two. We were seated within 20 minutes. They gave us an awesome table in the corner that was a little secluded and quieter than the rest of the restaurant. Someone greeted us promptly, was super genuine and nice when (even after she found out we were splitting, as a server I know that can be a hard one to hear.) we ordered the spiked chocolate/caramel shake, can't remember the exact name, and the Tennessee Burger. Everything was scrumptious. Only thing I wish they would add is Cajun fries! Personal preference! Service: very attentive especially for the level of business and the scale of the restaurant, a 5/5 for me\nAtmosphere/Ambiance: moderate to high noise, it's a bar/burger place! That's what you expect! High energy. 5/5 again\nFood: as our new president would say, yuuugeee burgers . Delicious. The very best. 5/5 here too. \nShakes were great as well.",
"Wait time was less than told, waitresses were attentive and personable, food and drinks delivery was good. Hamburger's were excellent and they have a great beer list.",
"*Sigh* I was so hopeful for an amazing place to eat at here in Mt. Juliet. Sadly, I'm still waiting. \n\nThere are Lots of draft beer to choose from which is a great feature. Bar staff was friendly and admittedly still learning their way around liquors. \nOne thing I found odd was that the staff are required to write down your DOB and IDs expiration date. I understand the idea behind it, but it took awhile and made for awkward silence while trying to order. All in all the bar area is great seating with some nice TVs to watch. \n\nThe fondu tater tots were well prepared and came with A LOT of cheese. Add jalapeños for an extra kick. \n\nThe burgers were the biggest let down. Not really anything special in seasoning to set them apart from other restaurants and burger joints in the area. My bun was soggy and the sauce was all clumped together instead of being evenly spread out. Definitely nothing to the burgers that would distinguish them from the competition. Being a burger restaurant I was hoping for a delicious blend of seasoning and more of a \"melt in your mouth\" experience. \n\nI'll give them another try eventually. Maybe they are just working out some kinks. It's a good option to have when not wanting to make the drive to Nashville.",
"There were some open seats at the bar. I got there at 6 pm. They wait was about 20minutes. The bartenders were very funny and very helpful. I got the Burger Republic Burger and a side of fries! I also tried their Tator Tot Fondue! It was delicious. They do give you a lot of cheese, I ended up dipping my fries in it some. Out of all their beer they have on draft, I tried their Ace Pineapple Cider. It tastes like it sounds! Very good! Great service, beer, and food! Highly recommended. I will be back!",
"Great burger (I had the signature, \"the Tennessee\") cooked to order & excellent sweet potato tots as well as attentive service. Marvelous first experience!",
"This place is awesome on opening day it was packed excellent food beers and don't forget excellent services I enjoyed all my dishes so people when you in the neighborhood stop by you won't regret it"
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"This place rocks....and the owners are the nicest people you'd ever be lucky enough to meet!!!!",
"The quality of the pizza from this well known shop in the center of downtown Yardley depends on how long they cook it. If the pizza maker overcooks it, which happens about 40% of the time, the pizza is fair, sometimes poor. If it is not overcooked, the sauce isn't vaporized and the pies are very good with the correct ratio of sauce and cheese. \n\nThe product is, of course, ordinary American East Coast pizza. Their tomato pies aren't true tomato/Trenton/Old World pizza. The french fries and other fried food is a bit different than that from most delis and pizzerias. The calzones are great and almost impossible to overcook. Lunch specials are often cheap.\n\nJim Verrelli, who used to work here a few years ago, came back in 2012 and bought the place. The changes for good -- new flooring, new arrangement of tables, better service upfront -- slightly outweigh the changes for the worse -- discontinuation of medium pies and no longer being open on Sundays.\n\nI very much like and appreciate the \"No more than 4 unsupervised minors allowed in store at a time\" sign on the front door.",
"Good quality ingredients and the perfect balance between sauce and cheese. By far the most reliable delivery in the Yardley area.",
"This is what a neighborhood pizzeria should be. The pizza is excellent. The new owner has done a great job of giving Yardley a family friendly, low cost restaurant that is exactly what you hope it is.",
"Nice place. The owners were really friendly-even gave us a free slice of hot-out of the oven- pizza to try. Very good eggplant parm sub on a really good roll. Finally found a good lunch place in Yardley",
"excellent subs and very good pizza....always friendly, always fresh.",
"Here's a quick rundown of the three pizza shops in Yardley Boro...\n\nThe sauce on the pizza at Vince's Pizza is far too sweet, the cheese and toppings are minimal, the crust is paper thin and the guys at the counter are borderline rude. \n\nThe freshness of the ingredients at Franco's Pizza is highly suspect and the crust is so bland and flavorless you would be better off eating the box. \n\nThe pizza at Verrelli's Yardly Pizza is always fresh and flavorful. The toppings are generous and of the highest quality. The sauce is mild and well seasoned and the crust has good body and bite. By far some of the best Pizza I've ever had. You will also experience a pleasant enviorment and friendly staff. So far I have only had the Neopolitan crust, but the Pan crust also looks delicious and is definately on my \"must try\" list.",
"We have been going here for well over a year and still love our Friday night date night. They make whatever we ask for, and add any topping we want on the pizza. It's extremely friendly, and very welcoming.",
"I guess I did not do Yardley Pizza any favors by going to DeLorenzo's Tomato Pies last Saturday night. By my taste, DeLo's has one of the best pies I have eaten, and I have been a fan of theirs for more than 30 years. So, coming to Yardley Pizza for the next slices really puts them in a bad place. Apologies before I go any further.\n\nAnyway, the floor plan is quite nice. Bigger than expected inside, and comfortably casual with sufficient space between tables for a private conversation. The staff is friendly and helpful. Tuesday is Dollar Slice Day (I didn't know), so the price was right! The two plain slices I had were fairly typical of the American Pizzeria. Triangular cuts with decent, if thin, sauce and mass produced cheese. A little oil on the surface, but not enough for a big drip. \n\nAlas, the slices were quite ordinary in every respect. Nothing to sit up and take notice about, but certainly a better than average competent American slice of pizza. The crust held up well, and did not droop under the weight of the toppings. The bite held its crunch to the very last. It was only the sauce and cheese that missed the mark. Again, not bad, but not eye-opening. \n\nAs I said, DeLo's is a very difficult act to follow.",
"How do you serve someone pizza with a huge puddle of oil on it? is that not from cheaper grade mozzarella?looked bad,tasted worse. nothing is worse then craving some pie and it sucks! I will go back to just driving by."
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"Very polite and rarely crowded. Usually two people on duty, but the job gets done!",
"The service is always friendly and sincere here. Plus, it's not super crowded on week nights. I usually stop here after my usual runs to Sam's Club and Walmart before heading back over the bridge.",
"Friendly workers & quiet relaxing environment. Your local go-to study place. Coconut Mocha Frap is made the best here. I don't know why but they make it JUST RIGHT!",
"The workers at this Starbucks are always very kind and they make my drinks very quickly. That's PERFECT for me since I'm usually running late (sorry I run on Asian time :x). Overall, great service, great location, and great drinks. They've never messed up any of my drinks. My kinda place!",
"This is my favorite location on the Westbank, a zillion times better than the one on Terry Parkway. The employees are super nice and friendly, and they remember my drinks and ask about my day.\n\nThe atmosphere is good, perfect for work, study, reading, or light conversation (inside voices and no screaming children... usually). They were recently remodeled, and I'm going to be an old fart and say that I liked it better before. They added a \"community table\" (that's what I call it), which is long and sits a few people at the one table. As someone who cherishes personal space, I'm never going to sit there.\n\nNow that I've finished whining, I do enjoy this location, and I appreciate the pride that the employees have in their store and work. It's mega-obvious, especially when compared to the craphole that is the Terry Parkway location.",
"This is my favorite location on the Westbank. It's super convenient and my iced coffee is always made just right. A few of the workers even know my order as soon as I walk in. The staff is super friendly and willing to help you with anything. Clean, cool atmosphere that's worth the overpriced merch. The only thing that kind of upsets me is that the decor changed from like a retro New Orleans style to a weird corporate like Starbucks with bean fields and whatnot.",
"This is my favorite place to get my coffee. It's super convenient and my iced coffee is always made just right. A few of the workers even know my order as soon as I walk in. The staff is super friendly and willing to help you with anything. Clean, cool atmosphere. My number 1 place to get coffee!",
"What can I say? It's a Starbucks and if you've been to one, you've been to them all.\n\nMy \"go to's\" for Starbucks are always the peppermint mocha frappucino or the pumpkin spice frapp, when it's in season. I stop in here when I am looking for a dessert type of drink and I don't think I have ever actually had real coffee here, now that I think about it.\n\nThis is a nice location that usually has people coming and going all day, since it's located on a busy part of Manhattan.",
"Yay! There's still love for Starbucks! Because once it's joined the pantheon of freeway corporate watering holes along with McDonald's, it's just not American to hate Starbucks. Boom. And the enemies I've earned with that one..\n\nAs Artemis H points out, the atmosphere really works for light convo as well as work on ye olde laptop. So, yeah, it's one of my Chosen places for \"real\" work, especially in the evenings. The 'community table' is interesting--I like it because it keeps me from getting too comfortable, but the direct sunlight through the facing window during the day is overwhelming.\n\nA barista could tell when I shifted from \"writing\" to \"blogging' at my laptop, just from noticing the change in my facial expression. We chatted blog and writing, and swapped websites. This place is great!",
"This Starbucks is the best location on the Westbank! Drinks are always consistent and perfected. The baristas here are super friendly and provide the best service."
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"The PHS pop up garden is always a great feature of the Philly summer. This year their addition of the mobile beer garden has spiced up the flavor. Local beers and a great ambiance allow for conversation to flow as well as the drinks. Bathed under the lights of the kimmel center is the best place to bring your own dinner, sit back, relax, and enjoy the company of friends.\n\nMy friends Laura and Jeff have been here three of the past four nights.",
"Pretty incredible that you could label something right on a busy block of South Broad Street a \"hidden gem\", but they've done a great job in transforming this lot into a full-fledged beer garden, complete with Garces catering.",
"There are few places where it doesn't quite feel like a city in this city. This space is definitely one of them. Super neat seating all over the place, really pretty botanical touches, and all in all a well done space. There were people of all age ranges here, from small children to young 20 something people to older folks playing cards. It's a great space, well put together, clean, and generally lovely. \n\nAlso - the portable bathrooms are really clean!",
"AMAZING use of this empty lot on Broad Street. We were headed to another bar but couldn't resist as we walked past this warm and inviting space last Friday night. Nice crowd with plenty of seats still available around 10pm (I can only imagine this will become packed as people discover it this summer). Had a few beers and then finally made our way to where we were headed. Beautiful view of the Kimmel Center and hysterical to see how many people were posting photos to Instagram (myself included!).",
"My one complaint is that the food booth was a little disorganized, possibly because it looked like they got slammed with a lot of orders just as we got there (maybe my complaint is that there were too many people?). Ok, now that I got that out of the way, the concept for the garden is great and well executed, the food was delicious and so was the beer. There is also a good selection of non-alcoholic beverages for anyone who doesn't drink, or just isn't in the mood to.\n\nI ordered the pork sandwich and my wife the veggie sandwich. We both had lemonades and I had a beer. The pork sandwich was flavorfull and not dry, topped with some awesome coleslaw. The veggie sandwich was also very good, thanks to some tasty pesto sauce. Even my wife who doesn't like veggies very much ate it. I'm not a fan of getting things like chips and fries as a side, but the chips that came with the sandwich were finger-licking good (something about the seasoning).",
"The PHS completely transformed this empty, gravel lot into a beautiful, garden oasis, overflowing with local microbrews and yuppies. Right up my alley. I'd love it if this space were kept this way, but I'll enjoy it while it lasts- all through the summer. I fear that it'll become ungodly crowded once the word gets out, but this past Friday, it was about 95% full, with a great, chill atmosphere. I'll be bock. Er. back.",
"The pop up garden is the hottest place to be....spiked root beer is bangiinnnnn....best bartenders/servers also...especially vagineeee :)",
"Love this place, but they definitely need to bring back the spiked root beer! Maybe with Root this time?\n\nAlso, our table suggests recycling bins.",
"The garden is Amazing! A nice relaxing oasis in the middle of the arts district. Summer breezes, a delicious salad and fantastic staff!! I was a little bit sad to find out they are no longer serving the spiked rootbeer that I enjoyed so much on my first visit!! I like the margaritas and beer selection but man was the vodka root-beer combo the bomb!!\nI look forward to spending lots of time here, they are open until the fall!",
"Love the furniture, windchimes, laid back vibe, and transitory nature of this place. But I miss the spiked root beer--please bring it back! Great for groups, a date, and for a drink with your dog."
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"This casual pizzeria in the middle of the walkable Soulard neighborhood has a menu full of pizzas, pastas, and sandwiches. Traditional and specialty fare alike will keep me coming back until I can sample all their options, and they also have plenty to serve your picky vegetarian friends, so everyone wins!\n\nAlso, Joanie's To-Go is another location down the street if you're looking for carryout or delivered catering.",
"I used to go for their calzones. Sat outside--really laid back.",
"If you work in Soulard, you no doubt frequent Joanie's at least once a week. And if you're not visiting this place and you like pizza (who doesn't?), you must come to Joanie's Pizzeria immediately. I don't work in Soulard, so the first time I visited Joanie's was at the Taste of Soulard event this spring, where I tried their Blackened Chicken Creole Pizza. I've been back to this place several times since then and am so glad I found it. For reasonably priced unusual pizza in St. Louis, you can't do better than Joanie's.",
"Joanies's Pizza is great place if you are looking to find some pizza while down in Soulard. To describe Joanie's in one word would be quite difficult. You could use words like tasty, yummy, awesome, filling, and even perhaps inspiring. You can either order to go or eat in. Since I don't live in Soulard, I tend to actually eat there, which I prefer to do.\n\nTheir pizza is wonderful. Cooked fresh and with generous amounts of toppings, the pizza is always steaming while it is brought out, served fresh. Of course, before the pizza there is always the appetizing appetizer. I always like to eat their cheese garlic bread or their toasted spinach artichoke ravioli.\n\nJoanies is a great place for pizza and a wonderful place to eat with family and friends. I highly recommend the place.",
"I have been to Joanie's more times than i can count on both hands. Hell, I even have some in my refrigerator right now! Me and my best friend go about once a week and start off with their house salad. It is mixed greens with onions and cheese (provel?)... much better than most places who just serve iceburg lettuce. We each order pizzas after that, which is always superb. I enjoy their thick crust (I have yet to try the double) with cheese and pepperoni while my friend always orders the thin crust with sausage, onions, cheese, and mushrooms. The sauce is a bit sweet on the pizza, but still good none the less. They have an outside patio, a downstairs smoking section and bar, and an upstairs non-smoking area. I've sat in all and service seems to be the best downstairs. \n\nI recommend this place to anyone who enjoys delicious pizza!! I have yet to be disappointed by Joanie's! And for those who can't dine in, up the street is a convenient take-out site.",
"I have spent many a hungover morning (acutally afternoon) here. I dig the thin crust...never had the thick. Toasted ravs. are good-but its kinda hard to mess those up. Its pretty laid back, hence why I fruquent this place during hangovers. No complaints.",
"I can't get enough. Hand's down my favorite pizza in STL. I love the inventive menu, friendly folks and prompt service. The toasted T-Ravs (in meat and non-meat) are AWESOME! I will always make my way to Joanie's when I'm in town.",
"Best. Calzone. Ever.\n\nThis place has the atmosphere of the french quarter style courtyard and pub inside. It's a true Soulard staple. \n\nI live many miles from this place, and for a good calzone, I will drive there..I have been going here for nearly 10 years. \n\nIt only takes one time and you will become a regular. They have great, not burnt or crunchy, toasted ravioli's, and the service is fast. You can count on Joanie's for great food, great atmosphere and great service!",
"Joanie's is a casual Italian eatery, bar, beer garden, and institution in Soulard. Without Joanie's, McGurk's, Hammerstone's and a few others; Soulard wouldn't be Soulard.\n\nJoanie's is a gathering place for tourists and neighborhood residents. They have decent pizza (thick and thin) and are best known for their Margherita pizza. They carry all of the casual St. Louis Italian standards like toasted ravs (not my thing, but hey), a variety of salads, appetizers, sandwiches, etc. \n\nYou can eat comfortably upstairs or watch a game at the small bar downstairs. Alana, the bartender will belt out a few well sung, husky rock ballads on Thursday scaraoke night . You can gather with her and a few fun locals for fun and hearty drinks at this casual, comfortable, low-key corner pub.",
"I have going to Joanie's since 2000. That is how long I have been eating at this pizzeria. The thin crust pizza is oh so delicious, plus you have several options for toppings. If you are not a thin crust fan, no worries thick crust is also available. \n\nThe service is always consistent, never had a bad time. If you are going here for lunch give yourself a little longer then an hour. The place gets packed. If you are in a hurry, joanie's has a take out service as well , which is open late."
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"My wife and I went there during the soft opening and had a great time. When we go out to eat we look for four things:\n\n1. Great service:\n2. Great atmosphere:\n3. Great cocktails:\n4. Good food that is not too expensive. \n\nThe Station House definitely hits on all of these marks and is a welcome addition to St. Pete. The atmosphere was great. Well lit, not too bright, but intimate. The music was also awesome, playing independent music (The Shins, Vampire Weekend) but not too loudly.\n\nThey have a great cocktail program as well. This is the first restaurant in downtown St. Pete that has a great drinks that match their food. My wife had a rye cocktail with Cynar and I had a great cocktail well. After our first round, the bartender made us two off menu drinks, both of which were excellent.\n\nWhile they are still working on the menu, we enjoyed what we had. My wife had tabouleh and falafel fries and I had a fantastic chicken dish. Both were reasonably priced.\n\nThe service was also great. The bartenders were warm and knowledgeable. The managers gave us a tour of the building and what is to come.\n\nWe cannot wait to go back and are very excited about this brand-new restaurant!",
"My husband and I went for New Years Eve and we were NOT disappointed! The cocktails were stellar and the food was absolutely remarkable! We are looking forward to our next visit!",
"Celebrated NYE with my best friend and his wife and it couldn't have been better. Great vibe, amazing food, and very good service. The food I can't speak highly enough of it was a great all around experience. Can't wait to go back!!!",
"What a great little gem in St. Pete. I have been twice now and the food and drink pairings are stellar, a great friendly and knowledgeable staff. I will be back!",
"The service was great. Location is cozy, romantic and adorable (old cafe alma). The cocktails were fantastic. I had the cereal killer which was fantastic. The food was unfortunately overworked. The dates stuffed with chorizo smelled and tasted like hotdogs. If I liked hotdogs I would have likely loved them. The artisan cheese was good. The grits and grunts was so salty I couldn't really eat it. The Brussels sprouts were good and my wife liked the flat iron steak. I will definitely be back to visit the bar but not likely for dinner.",
"You know those restaurants where you can spend three hours with friends enjoying a great conversation and reconnecting because the atmosphere, food, and service are amazing? The Station House provides just that! The flat iron steak, jet pilot cocktail and cheese board hit the spot! We will definitely be back once they officially open. A little tough to find since there isn't an obvious sign on the street but look for the illuminated (at night) menu and walk down the stairs (it's at the basement level but not completely underground. We sat next to the window, so no claustrophobic feeling or anything :-). Cozy, intimate and stylish. This place will probably be around for a long time!",
"We went with a small group and really wanted to like this place but left disappointed. Our waiter was very nice but they seemed understaffed on the floor and in the kitchen. The signature cocktails were made with low end liquor (using old overhalt rye whiskey at $15 for 750 ml at total wine) and short poured. Food portions were suppose to be for sharing but seemed single servings. We had crab dip with greasy chips and a cheese plate with prunes. Yes prunes not figs and very little cheese or anything else. Just a few things could make a big difference - we will see if the owner figures it out. We won't be rushing back.",
"Yet another place St. Pete can be proud of. We went with a large group and the service was amazing, food is indescribable - it can only be experienced. Prices are unbelievably low for such incredible creations and the atmosphere is great. Definitely recommend and can not wait to return.",
"The Station House St Pete, is an awesome new spot. The food is amazing, definitely have to try the Chicharrones. They have a great selection of whiskey, and the crafted cocktails are delish!",
"So this place is such an ambience improvement over the Cafe Alma. Feels so much more elegant with cushioned booths a wall to separate the areas of the restaurant which cut down on ambient noise.\n\nThe bartenders are great mixoligist. \n\nWill follow up more with about the great menu."
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"I ordered pizza from this establishment this past Sunday (11/10/2013). Several hours after eating the pizza my family and I felt sick. After several hours of taking turns vomiting in the bathroom we realized we had food poisoning. When I called to speak to the manager I told him about the situation. His response to my concern was \"ok\". Seriously I know this establishment is new however after this situation I will not be recommending this place to ANYONE.",
"We ate at the new BYO sofiabella last night with some friends and ordered just about every kind of pizza on the menu! Each pizza was great, waited practically no time for the food. We live in warminster and know the meaning of a \"good pizza\" and how hard it is to find. Sofiabella is a little out of the way, but well worth the trip! Awesome food, more awesome are the new owners. If you haven't ate there yet I advise you to. Great place to go with your family or BYO with your friends!!!\n\nRob-Bridget",
"My wife and I ate here last weekend. This is the first time in since the new owners have taken over and I must say it was excellent. The service was great and the food was amazing (we got a couple appetizers and shared a couple personal pizzas). The restaurant is a great place to go and have a sit down dinner.",
"My new favorite lunch spot! Have tried many things on the menu and have enjoyed them all. Has quick delivery even while ordering at the busy times. The ranchero fries are an office favorite!",
"Took a drive this evening to Bensalem to check out a new Pizza Restaurant. Formerly at the old Bella Pizza location Sofiabella offers much variety on its menu.\nHad a few items on the menu including Buffalo Chicken Pizza and these Ranch French Fries which were fantastic. Everything we ate was delicious including the Pesto Chicken Sandwich. The owners are outgoing and friendly and that it reflected in their staff. Really worth the short trip from Northeast Philly. It will be worth the effort.",
"Ordered through my Paypal app (which was completely painless and easy!), and within 45 minutes my Hawaiian pizza and fries were delivered hot, the delivery driver was friendly and the pizza was amazing. Very flavorful, perfect chewy crust, generous with toppings and foldable, just like I prefer it. Can't wait to try other things from their menu! Thanks!",
"Courteous waitstaff and very prompt service. Delicious cheesesteaks and chicken steaks -- try the chicken cheesesteak florentine. The rolls were so fresh. And the chocolate shake was the real deal -- malt and all. Yum. We will definitely return.",
"Pizza is great. Tuna sandwich for lunch was good too.\nPerfect local place. I would recommend it.",
"Dropping this down to 3 stars, after several orders since the initial one. The pizzas are arriving not fully cooked, and so loaded with sauce that the cheese is just falling off. Very top heavy, and the crust is partially doughy. The Hawaiian is good, but it's so WET. Hopefully this is just a phase.",
"The pizza was okay, very dry but it still had good flavour. I will give this place another chance!"
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"Sooo happy they finally opened. They haven't exactly figured out how to whole grill my whole grilled onions, but they'll get it with time.",
"I don't get the love. Fresh fast food with mediocre taste. Crazy busy at locations that have had in and out for a while.",
"Don't understand what all the hype is about. Waiting in line all hours of the day and night for an \"ok\" burger is ridiculous. Burgers tastes alright but nothing special. I'd rather go to Fuddruckers.",
"Dude, it's in-n-out.\n\nExpect a line as ALL in-n-out's have one. And a couple of minutes for them to slap together your burger and you'll be in bliss when you take a bite.\n\nAlso, for everyone who doesn't understand what all the hype is about or it was just okay...... it's a fast food burger, don't build it up in your mind to be the best thing you've ever had. Just the best fast food you've ever had.",
"Not like in and out in california. For fast food Jack in the box is better than the tucson in and out sadly.",
"you know a burger joint is good when:\nyou have been throwing-up-sick for nearly five days, unable to stomach anything, and this burger is the only thing that your stomach does not reject.\n\nit was my first and most wonderful experience of an in-n-out burger, and i definitely hope it will not be my last. the bun was toasted to perfection, the meat was delicious (despite my attempts at being a vegetarian lately), and, well, it didn't make me sick.\n\nfive stars to YOU, in-n-out!",
"As a New Yorker, I am not a big fan of fast food since there's soo much to choose from. I'm here in town and realized that Tucson, AZ have IN-AND-OUT burgers!!!!!! (First time, I had it in San Francisco).\n\nI am excited to have this once in a BLUE moon, just to \"refresh\" my taste what they have in Here (In and out in Westcoast, White castle in Eastcoast). LOVED MY DOUBLEDOUBLE cheeseburger \"animal style\" (have to special order that so they can put Grilled Onions with Thousand Island in it.\n\nTo compare with McDonalds is ooook... But the I love about this fast food is the flavor and the toppings in the burger. Also I ordered my Fries Animal style and that made my day!\n\nDon't get me wrong that there's nothing to eat in Tucson, I had the craving since I don't get to eat it all the time and to tell you the truth. I rather pick In and Out than McDonnalds (too Franchise, and the bun is bigger than everything else.).\n\nThat's all what I've got to say.",
"The burgers are really damn good here, but what really floors me is how tight of a ship In n Out runs. Every location is run just as tight as the next one in my experience; it's robotic and almost eerie. Almost. \n\nThis particular location was crawling with people waiting for their orders, which I think if I were local--I'd be less inclined to bother. Being deprived of In n Out for a few years now, however, I gladly waited. \n\nWhen I finally got my order, it was well worth the wait. The burgers are the same magical goodness I've come to bank on. The ingredients are fresh and the patty is such beautiful, juicy carnage. \n\nIt is just a fast food burger, but like I said before--the way In n Out runs their restaurants is impressive. This location was crawling with people and there was no attitude behind the counter or looks of despair. In N Out also keeps everything squeaky clean; tables were continuously bussed while I was there. \n\nI'm not sure how they do it, but cherish it--some of us don't have In n Out!",
"PIER 39 in San Francisco had an In-N-Out , no wonder, PIER 39 is for tourist & morons.\n\nThe food is awful, it has no taste. Everything on the menu has a \"fake\" taste quality.\n\nIt is better than CrapDonalds though.\n\nTucson got one, so what, The food is awful, it has no taste.",
"My California friends almost flipped their lids when they heard I had never tried In-N-Out Burger. I had heard of the fabled chain from the Big Lebowski, and almost everything from that movie is gold. These friends promised a heavenly experience as they swooned at the suggestion that In-N-Out Burger was soon to be available here in good old Tucson. Because I was totally inexperienced, and would have never really stopped there without a strong suggestion, they dragged me there and even bought my first meal there.\n\nWe paraded outside for a quick lunch, which is definitely cool for a fast food joint--outside seating, who knew. I gobbled up the burger and fries, debating the subtleties of the flavors, textures, all the while taking in the decorum of the restaurant itself, the feel and atmosphere....\n\nAfter I cleaned up my area, they turned to me and asked how it was. My only comment was, \"Ever heard or had Steak'n'Shake?\" They looked at me blankly....\"You know, fun commercials, steakburgers, and shakes--'not a workaurant'?\" The blank stares continued.\n\nWell, it is a good fast-food burger. It was certainly better than McDonalds or Burger King or Wendy's. But I've had better, and still prefer the late night rendezvous with Steak'n'Shake from my Midwestern days. \n\nWas it good? Yes, it's ok. Was it as good as everyone thinks? No, definitely not, and I highly recommend Steak'n'Shake for anyone that's never had it."
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"Walking by this restaurant in Bella Vista, you'd think you were in Rome. Outside are, in traditional Italian style, stone statues. And most night you will see various diners outside smoking and laughing.\n\nInside, this place is a mansion. There are three separate dining rooms and two bars, from what I remember. The staff is so friendly, and most are related. This place hardly gets any recognition from Philadelphian's (despite Zagat's 5-star rating) and is underrated.\n\nI recommend the gnocci, which, although it sounds simple, is amazing. If you fall in love with their vodka sauce, you can even order more online.\n\nOne tip: if you are reserving a table for a special occasion, request to not be sat in the converted-garage room on the right; it's less cozy.",
"If you're looking for a delicious and authentic Italian meal and for the full experience, this is it! recommended to us by an italian friend who used to live in philly. the food is fantastic. the ambiance was great. great service. great wine. though make sure you go to the atm first - i think they only take cash. we'd definitely go back!",
"Dante & Luigis has been a family staple of mine for years. My husband even first met my parents here, possibly to see if he passed the \"good eater\" test. The food is all delicious and better than some of the food I've had in Rome and Venice. The service is wonderful as well. The fifth star is really just removed for the salads, which come with no dressing but oil and vinegar. Lettuce, tomato, and balsamic vinegar is something I can do better at home, and not worth filling up on when we have ciopinnos and lasagnas ahead. Otherwise, a sure thing.",
"I don't know if it was the food, the 20's jazz playing through their speakers, our waitress, or being in my old stompin' grounds again, but something about this place put me right at ease the second I walked in the door. Like my City of Brotherly Love, the food at Dante and Luigi's was very straightforward and didn't try to be something it wasn't - what you saw was what you got, and therein I found the connection between American Italian and Italian Italian food. Yes, there is a difference.\n\nWe were able to make a reservation for the two of us (yes, Hubby and I got a date night while Grandpa took care of Baby!) for 8:00 Saturday night. Granted, it was Memorial Day weekend, but the place was still packed. In the heart of South Philly - I made sure Hubby didn't don something that screamed \"I'm a DC sports fan\" that would land him in the bottom of the Schuylkill with a couple of lead boots.\n\nWe started with the sauted calamari, served with sauted tomato slices and escarole. Fresh tomatoes may have been a better contrast against the smoky squid and the olive-oil-laden escarole, and the squid was just a touch over-done.\n\nEntrees, Hubby enjoyed enjoyed their veal special with crabcake and provolone on top, and I ordered the rigatoni carbonara. His had a heavy-sounding name, but boy, the flavor of the combination was amazing. The sauce tasted sweet of a liquor reduction of the pan drippings - I was sopping it up with the bread they gave us. My rigatoni, the sauce was really wonderfully creamy, different from the dryer variety found in Italy. They used bacon instead of pancetta - this was a little detail that left me wondering, as the Italian market is but 2 blocks from the joint, but the flavor of the dish was still wonderful.\n\nI dove into their Ricotta Cheesecake for dessert, and Hubby had the Italian Cream Cake with Rum. The ricotta cheesecake lifted my heavy stomach - it was the lightest cheesecake I have ever had. Hubby tried to deflect my eyes of intrigue, but in the end, in the interest of self-preservation, he caved, and I got to have some of his cake too.\n\nDante and Luigi's was quintessential Philadelphia - true, solid flavors, no masking, no frou, no pretense. This meal opened up a whole discussion between Hubby and me, of the types of food we grew up with, him in DC, me in Philly. We've come to realize with this meal that I've only started opening up his palate with Philly food, and that he is ready for more.",
"This is the real deal when it comes to Italian food -- simply the best and not to be missed on your next trip to Philly. \n\nVery traditional, yet tasty Italian fare -- try the Manicotti or the Ziti & Sausage.",
"I love this place. We go there nearly every year for my grandmother's birthday and like Paige W, it is the restaurant that I picked for my boyfriend's parents and my mom to first meet each other. The food is reliable, filling anfd delicious. They make one of the very few lasagnes that I will eat not prepared by a member of my family, and I look forward to it. The lamb stew is delicious as well, as are the canneloni and the sweetbreads. People with developed palates and people with no tastebuds both enjoy D&L's.",
"Dante & Luigi's - we had 7:30 reservation, and we live in the G-Ho area. Instead of grabbing a cab, we decided to drive. It took us 20 minutes to find parking - and then we parked in a spot where we should have gotten a ticket .. thankfully we didn't! \n\nOk - it was all worth it - this place is great! I can't wait to go back - the server was awesome! I had the sauteed calamari (appetizer) as my entree - and it was so damn delectable - the calamari was so tender I couldn't believe it. Almost always I get calamari that feels like I'm chewing on rubber bands! The marinara sauce/gravy was the probably the best I've had. There was so much of it, I actually was using the fresh bread to 'sop' it up! \n\nMy husband and friend that came along had the crepes filled with ricotta cheese/shrimp and crab - they were in heaven - they couldn't stop raving about how good it was, the pink cream sauce look wonderful.\n\nFor dessert I had the vanilla gelatto with bourbon (yummm) I can't wait for more! My husband had the canolli - and well you know he was in heaven for the rest of the nite!",
"Venerable century old Philadelphia institution may well someday be reconstructed stick by brick in the Smithsonian much like Julia Child's TV kitchen. Mussels, roasted peppers, ling clam, sautéed spinach, escarole or bitter broccoli, they're all there with perhaps the chicken Caesar the only menu item that may not have been on their original blackboard over a century ago. Spaghetti with chicken livers and mushrooms particularly satisfying and just screams southern Italy. There's no foam or fusion but the food is earnest and timeless.",
"No frills, no pretentiousness, no hipsters, just good ol' honest food. Dante and Luigi's makes the best tasting bolognese sauce I've ever had. And if you're a seafood lover, you've got to try the succulent crabmeat and shrimp on a bed of al dente linguini...delicioso! It will be a challenge to save room for dessert after having their huge portions of food, but you've got to try their tiramisu or other decadent goodies (all made in-house) with a cup of black coffee to finish it off--trust me, you'd go home happy. This neat little historical establishment is definitely a hit with both yours truly and her in-laws visiting from rural PA...'nuff said.",
"Back in the day, growing up in the suburbs, my best friend's grandparents were from the old country. They had a well-used wine press in the garage and made their own sausage. Johnny's home was always filled with wonderful smells and flavors - and non-stop, conversation. \n\nDining at Dante & Luigi's recaptures that authenticity and warmth in a charming dining room. The food, appropriately extolled in other Yelps, is simply divine. \n\nJonesing for real Italian? This is the place to go."
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