[
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place has delicious pizza, salads and desserts! no wonder they are always so busy! the food is well worth the wait. if you are dining alone or it's just the two of you, try sitting at the bar. you get quicker service and if the food is taking long, then at least you can keep ordering drinks. # lifehack for you right there! the staff is very friendly and the food is delicious.",
        "doughbird is my new found love! you walk in and the restaurant is beautifully decorated with lots of natural light. the food was delicious! we ordered the brussels sprout pizza and the half bird rotisserie with corn and the lemon and garlic sauce. the brussels sprout pizza was pretty amazing. i brought some home to my hubby and he said the same thing. the service wasn't bad either. this restaurant is definitely a place worth visiting again and again.",
        "great food and awesome employees. we had a large group and our waiter was super helpful and knowledgeable. the restaurant was clean and open. lots of light and cute decor. i got the oven roast fish and broccolini as well as the peach pie for dessert. everything was so delicious. my friend got the prime rib and it looked so delicious! i will definitely go back and it is family friendly. we went on a tuesday night and it was pretty busy. i would definitely make reservations!",
        "came here for date night and knowing it was a friday we made reservations in advance. we were seated right away and the waiter was awesome. he was friendly and very attentive. the atmosphere is casual and not too loud great date spot. we ordered the half bird and pizza. both came out great and tasted delicious. i was bummed about paying a extra dollar for sauce but we got the lemon garlic and the pineapple teriyaki and i would get both of them again in a heartbeat. we ordered the bbq chicken pizza and it was fantastic. cant wait to go back and try a different pizza. all and all bang for your buck i would highly recommend it.",
        "only open a week and the service was flawless! love the ambiance. love the friendly staff, just a welcoming sensation as soon as you approach. seated promptly on the shady side of the patio. good menu offerings. bummed i had to bypass the interesting cocktail offerings but nobody drinks lunch anymore, such a shame! pastrami & gruyere on what? what is that awesomeness? it like a cross between naan and pizza crust and it held up to the moisture from meat / cheese / sauce! fabulous! coleslaw is a must try - napa cabbage so lightweight and crunchy. kudos to the kitchen.",
        "had lunch at doughbird today, everything was top notch!! all the months of watching it being built and waiting to eat there was sooo worth it!! a beautiful place, stellar service, and that rotisserie chicken was the bomb! will definitely be going back!",
        "so glad we finally came to try doughbird! i always love the atmosphere and design of fox restaurants, and doughbird was the same. such a pretty interior. i also love that they have stella as one of their draft beer choices, and the food is amazing as well. we got the aviator pizza, and it was so good! my sister and her boyfriend got the rotisserie chicken and margherita pizza and thought those were great. considering how popular this place is, the wait time really wasn't bad either. i'll definitely be coming back : )",
        "first time there and we loved it! sat at the bar and had the aviator pizza, so good! the service was top notch and super friendly! watched all the other yummy looking food come out and we can't wait to go back to try something else even though i could have the aviator every time i liked it so much! so happy you guys are right in our neighborhood!",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a fantastic spot for pizza and chicken. has a very nice patio, open when weather is good. service is great. get the brussels sprouts and the bbq chicken pizza with marinara sauce instead of bbq sauce. i also would not reccomend the mashed potatoes, but the cauliflower mash is superb. it is amazing if you love good pizza and chicken. definitely recommend dough bird."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "arrowhead you have stepped up your shopping game. i have come to this mall since i was in elementary school and i thought back then that it was decent. ever since the outlets have popped up here over the past few years that's all i have gone to. i was recently in arrowhead and was so surprised with all the new stores and the stores that got moved around or expanded. i was in shock with all the new renovations and new places to eat at the food court. i was more surprised to see that amc added a bar area and new recliner seats to the theatre. nice job keeping everything updated and looking new!",
        "great selection of stores. easy layout. lots of activities.",
        "arrowhead is definitely one of my favorite malls. i think it has a great selection of stores, more so than many other one's i've seen. the bathrooms are kind of gross and unkempt, and it can get ridiculously crowded, but i've never had any other problems with it. there is plenty of parking and the outside is beautifully kept.",
        "review of jcpenney custom drapery dept. mom used a in - house designer. the designer helped her select the material and rods. when installed the drapes were not right. the designer was no longer with jcpenney, but jcpenney stood behind their product and replaced the very expensive oversized rod with the appropriate size rod and remade the curtains. the new ones are beautiful and hang wonderfully. jcpenney truly stands behind their products and employees. we will continue to be jcpenney shoppers. they made it right and did the right thing. not many companies doing it these days. thank you jcp, jean and jodie.",
        "one of the best malls in phoenix metro area! the tot play center had some broken stuff though. the security is nonsensical. they try to keep ppl from lining up in front of vs for a deal that you can only get by lining up in front of vs! i did explain that to her also. so as you can imagine, after the guard yelled at everyone to leave, nobody moved! about 30 - 40 girls were there. and she left and wasn't seen again by us! the bathrooms aren't stocked often enough either. i like the facility though and there are lots of bathrooms easy to find! and family bathrooms near the play area.",
        "i love this mall. has great stores and plenty of food options in the food court. very clean and all staff in the stores i have been in are extremely nice. my favorite mall by far.",
        "i went in with only one thing on my mind, get my shopping done and no bullshitting! really not bad a bad mall for being the only one in the west valley. i love that it's in a nice clean part of glendale, believe me glendale has a hood too! food court has all your favorites, worth having lunch.",
        "best mall next to arizona mills. arizona mills has more entertainment aspects but the new remodel at arrowhead is mimicking some of those things with the train rides, ride in animals and bungee jump. this mall has great shopping and always bustling with people. they've added an indoor / outdoor aspect to their food court. i'm only disappointed that they have not updated the children's play area.",
    ],
    "summary": "wonderful place for kids to play around. play area is packed with kids. so much traffic that this area should be cleanse daily, for the sake of the odor and the needed sanitation. on the other hand, restrooms are clean and seating area for parents are wonderfully updated. flooring could use some maintenance as some areas are torn."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "they have a great gluten free pizza, one of the best i've had! i really like the pepperoni and burrata.",
        "we went here before a concert one saturday night. my friends love this place but i wasn't impressed. i ordered a salad so i'm sure that contributed. the atmosphere and drinks were good. the price was reasonable.",
        "tried this nearby restaurant and it has a very nice atmosphere. the pizza was very good. the aviator has great pepperoni and bacon. the rotisserie chicken is a strange concept for a restaurant when you can get great ( and cheap ) roasted chicken at costco and really any grocery store. we had the half chicken for $ 17. just seemed like a waste of $ $ $ so i'd suggest sticking with pizza or maybe a sandwich at doughbird.",
        "so today i shared the heirloom tomato watermelon salad and chicken wings - i received the email earlier in the day about the summer salad. the picture in the email looks great. don't get me wrong the salad was good however based on the name i would have expected more than 3 cubes of watermelon and 4 pieces of tomatoes. our waiter was amazing as all of the staff there. was a bit disappointed in the salad.",
        "nice looking place, but very noisy lunch time! had lunch here twice and both were ok. got the 1 / 2 chicken with the asparagus / brokkolini side. the veggies are a little on the oily side. wish they would have a more healthy option as a side since i am on a diet. the chicken was good.",
        "been there several times since they've opened. yes it is a typical fox restaurant the shashito peppers are amazing i don't really get much else except the pepperoni pizza with barada i just wish i knew how to spell barata. the section of the parking isn't huge and it's a little cramped however it's an amazingly large strip mall parking lot... if you have to walk 50 yards i believe that may be worth it. i had the prime rib the hummus the salads and the desserts and i have yet to find any issue wrong with any of it.",
        "nice place to go for a quiet meal for two. we usually get a pizza and a salad to share.",
        "it is a pretty nice place. decent prices. the staff is really nice and attentive. i like curry and they have really good curry. some of their pizzas might be a little bit dry but they are very tasty. the establishment and restrooms are really clean.",
    ],
    "summary": "most definitely not my favorite concept but the ambience is amazing as well as the staff. the salads and drinks are good but i was expecting a little more from the pizza and chicken part of the menu. i will come back to give something else a shot and will update my review after"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i think that this is one of the better malls in the valley. i find the store selection to be above average, and unlike many other malls it has tenants in pretty much every space. lots of other malls around the valley are starting to look like retail graveyards. the food court is very large with a decent selection of food. i probably like this mall more than others because the interior is nice and clean and doesn't try really hard to look good. there really isn't much to say, other than it can get really crowded on the weekends.",
        "good location and love the selection of stores here. good food court ( love paradise cafe ). right next to our hotel so we walked there... very nice!! pretty good mall all in all.",
        "children friendly. i like the family restrooms. it's hard enough being a single dad with a daughter, but potty breaks can be a nightmare. clean with lots of nice stores. i withheld a star because some of the store fronts have very offensive displays and posters ( victoria secret, etc... )",
        "they do a great job of keeping this mall clean! even the food court area. great selection of retailers. so if you still enjoy browsing around with multiple options this is a great place to go.",
        "nice mall. not too fancy. typical suburban shopping center. has most wanted stores like lego, apple and anchor stores. air conditioned so a good way to get in walking during the summer heat. the traffic around the mall is pretty crazy most of the time, especially bell rd during the winter.",
        "excellent mall. very big with lots of great stores to shop at. this was my go to place to kill time on the weekends. the food court was pretty decent, i was always able to find something good to eat. it's a shame i no longer live near here, now i'm by fashion square which doesn't meet my needs.",
        "a really good mall that i've been going to ever since a young child. i think some quality of the stores have gone down, but the food court and wide opened space is great. the shiny white set up of the stores in this wide opened space - decorated modernly reminds me of european and japanese malls.",
        "they do a great job of keeping this mall clean! even the food court area. great selection of relevant retailers. so if you still enjoy browsing around with multiple options this is a great place to it.",
    ],
    "summary": "i'm not a big mall fan, but this one is pretty nice. good selection of stores on two levels. food court with your usual faire. overall appears clean and safe. parking is a challenge, especially the limited handicapped parking. worth a trip to do some shopping if you want to get indoors."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "victoria secrets is the hardest place to shop. they only have one cashier and you will honest to goodness wait in line 20 minutes even if there is only two people in front of you!! i give up! and it's happened to me more than once, i thought it was just a one time thing, but noooo!!! get some help in there! the line was insane behind me and they don't do anything about it!!",
        "i really like this mall, it's pretty clean and offers a different variety of stores. in the summer it's nice to have somewhere nice and air conditioned to walk around as well. stores i enjoy are macy's, the vans store, sephora, apple, the disney store, sees candy, the amc theatre is awesome with their leather reclining chairs, cotton on, the limited, motherhood maternity, and the raw 33 stand for bath essentials. i also love that trader joe's is in the same parking lot. there are so many options in one small area.",
        "i think that this is one of the better malls in the valley. i find the store selection to be above average, and unlike many other malls it has tenants in pretty much every space. lots of other malls around the valley are starting to look like retail graveyards. the food court is very large with a decent selection of food. i probably like this mall more than others because the interior is nice and clean and doesn't try really hard to look good. there really isn't much to say, other than it can get really crowded on the weekends.",
        "i worked in this mall for 2 or 3 years back in the day. it's a pretty typical mall. over time, it's becoming a little more high end. if you're on the west side of the valley this is definitely your best choice. it's owned by westcor so your typical stores and not much else beyond that. i was happy last time i was in town to discover they replaced where gap used to be with a coach store. it's nice to have some higher end shops in the west valley.",
        "arrowhead is definitely one of my favorite malls. i think it has a great selection of stores, more so than many other one's i've seen. the bathrooms are kind of gross and unkempt, and it can get ridiculously crowded, but i've never had any other problems with it. there is plenty of parking and the outside is beautifully kept.",
        "fun shopping vibe! a quick and easy go to spot i can find most of my favorite stores.",
        "i love coming to this place to shop and dine. it's not that big like the normal malls i'm used to, but i loved it. i had fun hanging out here with my new friends we enjoyed having our bubba while comfortably sitting on the couch after shopping. i like the ambiance, and it's clean",
        "um, have you been here lately? so much better. after being the leading mall in the west valley for some time, it was starting to look so outdated. it was disappointing. it looks like they are getting towards the end of their renovations. i believe they started before the summer. while renovations are still taking place, the mall already looks so much better and updated. they have screens and improved sitting areas. many of the stores have been moved to different locations within the mall and have been improved. victoria's secret in particular is looking pretty shnazzy. check it out!",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a very busy mall. they have an excellent food court that i did enjoy while i was here. i live in the north part of phoenix and so it isn't a mall i frequent a lot, but it is sometimes convenient for me. there really isn't anything too original about it and the food court is definitely the top thing here. i will continue to go from time to time if i happen to be in the area and need a gift or clothes."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i will say first that the pizza ( the aviator and the bbq chicken ) at doughbird was delicious. the bbq chicken pizza was definitely unique and both crusts were chewy and flavorful. however, there are many reasons why i am giving this restaurant only 3 stars. we had a reservation at 6 pm and arrived on time, but waited 15 - 20 minutes to be seated. in addition, after we ordered our food, our server was not very attentive and our food took 40 minutes to arrive. go to this restaurant for the good food, but don't go for the atmosphere as it was incredible loud and the service.",
        "great atmosphere, good service, and all around trendy. i've been here once, and it was a good experience, but i am not dying to go here again.... the food was decent, fairly interesting with all of the sauce options, but overall pretty salty and bland. i have a theory that all of the fox restaurants are really the same food, just presented differently and tweaked a little bit. oh, and you need a reservation. we waited about an hour for a party of 3 on a tuesday.",
        "overpriced and loud but good food and good service. blah blah blah blah blah blah blah because yelp makes me type more.",
        "i usually love doughbird but this time i went for a late lunch on a monday. not busy at all, maybe one other table there besides us. our food took extremely long and i noticed our salads were sitting on the bar for over 10 minutes. i'm not sure what was taking so long to be served to us. food was good, as usual but the service was lacking!",
        "eh not the best of the fox restaurants - the chicken is just fine the pizza choices are odd but the prime rib was great",
        "food was excellent and so was the desert, prices are average however food is not really large portions so i would recommend eat something before",
        "high priced and mediocre. the chicken was so so and $ 24 for a \" whole bird \" it was plenty for two people since neither of us thought it was very good. the sauces were pretty good... pineapple teriyaki and the jerk. the cole slaw was tiny for $ 5. the wings were the best part and the sauce was different and tasty. the pizza was so so as well. overall, will definitely not come back which is too bad since i work right down the street and thought this would be be a good place to grab take out.",
        "i just ate out there last night and the food was good, but not outstanding. i would not order the steak. the pasta was good",
    ],
    "summary": "i liked the decor and location, but i found the food to be very mediocre. we had a large party, and nobody really liked the food despite getting a wide variety. the prices were a bit on the high side for what you actually got. also, i found the service and people working there to really be a cut below what you should expect."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love arrowhead. the mall ( glendale ) and all the eateries on the opposite side of the street ( which is peoria ) this is where i live and work basically.",
        "i love this mall i just started going here. the first time i came here i almost got hit by a car because she came in on the wrong side. there are arrows on the street for who can enter and who can exit but you can barely see them. so that's one thing they need to do is repaint those arrows in the parking lot",
        "this mall is severely lacking awesomeness. the best thing at this mall is the amc 14 movie theater that use to be run down and crappy. they have completely refurbished it and not it's the diamond in the ruff here.",
        "clean and a fair amount of desirable stores. food court is small and has limited choices. noticed several empty and / or out - of - business stores.",
        "they need to repaint all exterior of anchor stores not just main mall entrances and call that a re model. also all the landscaping around the mall should be watered and trimmed.",
        "meh, i pretty much only come here for the apple store, and not much else. parking is always an adventure, with a long walk. there are always crowds of people sitting / standing around, often in the way.",
        "i love the food court at this mall, but thats about it. the security guards are very rude and not helpful at all! i also don't agree with the 50 smokers in the outside area. i used to enjoy sitting out there with my daughter and husband, but now it's nothing but full of tobacco smoke and pre - teens. still better than metro center though...",
        "great mall with plenty of stores and a decent food court.",
    ],
    "summary": "normal mall with something always being moved around or added to it. this seems pretty common for the mall over the last few years. tons of cloth shops. the food quart has tons of selections and if you are in the mood for something else there are tons of shops and restaurants across the street."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great bbq ribs and chicken. very open and relaxed atmosphere. if your looking for the best bbq in the area, this is the place. if you want a quiet comfortable atmosphere you may want to go elsewhere and pay more. prices are very reasonable.",
        "service was excellent... food was excellent and wife loved the pulled pork sandwich. my sides were baked jalopeno and cole slaw. definitely will be back.",
        "blazin bills never ceases to please. we love the ribs. the best we have ever had. we always order a full rack so we can bring home leftovers for the next day. they are meaty and fall off the bone. the king crab legs are amazing. huge! you can order one or two pound servings but one pound was plenty. they give you scissors to cut into the shell which makes it so much easier to get every morsel. our waitress was awesome ( nicolette ). we had a party of 7 and the place was busy but we had great service. we will definitely be back again! prices are average for such good food and portions are ample. we always have to have a carry out container.",
        "i wish we could give half stars. wasn't really a four but better than a three. three rib dinners. everything was fresh and hot. the bake beans are unique and worth a try. corn on the cob is good too. ribs were good but i wouldn't rate them blue ribbon. place was packed with many 6 + tables yet food came out hot and quick. kudos for service.",
        "the best bbq ribs and chicken! i love their sauce! i haven't found another rib place that can compete. our favorite waitress is donna. she's the best! we've been coming here for years. i always look forward to going here. nice atmosphere and great food.",
        "we went here for the first time on an extremely busy 4th of july. we decided to sit at the bar because of a pretty long wait time for a table. ordered the onion ring loaf appetizer which was delicious and huge. the small order is plenty for two people. we both irdered ribs which were great the meat fell right off the bone and they were basted in a really good bbq sauce. the service at the bar was friendly and quick and they were really hustling to keep up. i highly recommend it if you are in the area.",
        "ohio sweet corn. yummo! their ribs were tender and delicious. the bread, yeasty. ( that's a good thing. ) that's it. that does it for me!",
        "best ribs in geauga county. service is always great. i love going here whenever i get the chance.",
    ],
    "summary": "we stopped here for appetizers on our way to the apple store on our way to cleveland. it always looks busy and reviews from friends and yelp have been positive. our potatoes skins were excellent and the pickle pedals were also excellent. the would have been even better if they were freshly done and not just warmed up out of a bag. we also got jalapeno poppers that were mild with a tasty horse radish. looking forward to trying this location again."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "wonderful place for kids to play around. play area is packed with kids. so much traffic that this area should be cleanse daily, for the sake of the odor and the needed sanitation. on the other hand, restrooms are clean and seating area for parents are wonderfully updated. flooring could use some maintenance as some areas are torn.",
        "i am afraid arrowhead will soon face the same destiny as metro center. it is nice for a change to find some nice shops on the west side also but i am skeptic about the future. i don't go to arrowhead mall often, but seems like every time i am there there is more sketchy characters that are having a little too much fun. i hope i'm wrong...",
        "i'm not a big mall fan, but this one is pretty nice. good selection of stores on two levels. food court with your usual faire. overall appears clean and safe. parking is a challenge, especially the limited handicapped parking. worth a trip to do some shopping if you want to get indoors.",
        "a really good mall that i've been going to ever since a young child. i think some quality of the stores have gone down, but the food court and wide opened space is great. the shiny white set up of the stores in this wide opened space - decorated modernly reminds me of european and japanese malls.",
        "children friendly. i like the family restrooms. it's hard enough being a single dad with a daughter, but potty breaks can be a nightmare. clean with lots of nice stores. i withheld a star because some of the store fronts have very offensive displays and posters ( victoria secret, etc... )",
        "nice mall. not too fancy. typical suburban shopping center. has most wanted stores like lego, apple and anchor stores. air conditioned so a good way to get in walking during the summer heat. the traffic around the mall is pretty crazy most of the time, especially bell rd during the winter.",
        "great stores and eateries. place is kept clean and the location is convenient but can get extremely bad in terms of traffic.",
        "fun shopping vibe! a quick and easy go to spot i can find most of my favorite stores.",
    ],
    "summary": "i love this mall i just started going here. the first time i came here i almost got hit by a car because she came in on the wrong side. there are arrows on the street for who can enter and who can exit but you can barely see them. so that's one thing they need to do is repaint those arrows in the parking lot"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "definitely going downhill. the teenagers ecerywhere & gangsters & cars being broken into in the parking lot says a lot. i'll drive far out of my way to only shop in scottsdale. it's a shame the apple store is inside the mall.",
        "all the shoe stores have the worst customer service. it's impossible to get any help in pretty much every single one. you come in and they are just so complacent and ignore you. wouldn't go to any of their sneaker stores if i was barefoot",
        "i'm tired of trying to find a way to avoid the annoying sales people down stairs! if i don't want your crap, and i say no twice don't ask me a third time. i think it's rude and if i wanted to shop in a environment like that if go to mexico!! that's the only thing that makes me not wanna shop at arrowhead anymore!!",
        "wth. pay for parking? blocking off an entire section. not even for valet. prior valet hoards all the parking spots during holiday season. now this? trying to run the mall into the ground like metro? well done",
        "i am sorry this place has turned into a complete day care center. i almost cringe coming to this mall.",
        "the mall is ok. not great stores anymore esp to west side of jcpenney even left of food court. need more modern stores for misses, and men. really disappointed in santa today! he was impatient and wasn't happy about a 1 year old sitting on his lap. we were really looking forward to her first time with santa and you ruined it for us. you didn't talk, or smile, or anything. our little girl wasn't even crying. and then the cashiers wouldn't let us look at all the pictures. rip off. didn't buy anything from you!",
        "this mall has been open since the 90s, has had its ups and downs throughout the year. the recent remodeling of the mall, i thought would rejuvenate the mall. but it's the same old stuff here and there, the cleaning staff doesn't know how to clean. they must be understaffed or something because this mall is always extremely dirty!",
        "this place is a joke who opens a business with the hours from 11am - 6pm this is why we shop online",
    ],
    "summary": "they don't even clean the children's play area at the times it says they do. kids run around with food and not suppose. and the surface of the play equipment is slippery for a child to have socks on. not sure how they can say that it is safe to play on those with socks on. when the child feet is black from running around on the carpet, gross. also few kids running around with socks on when not suppose too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "victoria secrets is the hardest place to shop. they only have one cashier and you will honest to goodness wait in line 20 minutes even if there is only two people in front of you!! i give up! and it's happened to me more than once, i thought it was just a one time thing, but noooo!!! get some help in there! the line was insane behind me and they don't do anything about it!!",
        "i really like arrowhead mall, its one of my favorites. the layout is very helpful and you can see other stores from either side of the mall and all have easy access. i like the fact that it also has an apple store. my favorite stores are american eagle and footlocker. and for my wife they have all the rest... so she can go crazy shopping. it keeps her busy haha... and when we are tired of walking. they have alot of restaurants to choose from : ) so this mall has it all... and its close to where i live so i dont have to drive out to az mills or fashion square mall... unless we are bored... then the drive out there will be worth it",
        "great mall! good stores too! i have been coming to this mall for years. they have done a fantastic job not turning ghetto like every other mall older than 10 years!",
        "cool mall. everything you could want inside of it. including the movie theater. decent food court. apple store and plenty places to shop. this is my go - to mall when i need something mostly because i've been to it enough i know where every store is located.",
        "i come here probably every week or every other week because it's only a couple of blocks from my shop. i love to walk around and i can easily spend 1 - 3 hours at this mall without knowing it. every time i'm here i also have to get a strawberry lemonade from dairy queen and a gyro from my big fat greek. delicious lol",
        "i love having this mall close to home. it serves all of my retail shopping needs. i can always find a parking place and the mall is never too crowded.",
        "review of jcpenney custom drapery dept. mom used a in - house designer. the designer helped her select the material and rods. when installed the drapes were not right. the designer was no longer with jcpenney, but jcpenney stood behind their product and replaced the very expensive oversized rod with the appropriate size rod and remade the curtains. the new ones are beautiful and hang wonderfully. jcpenney truly stands behind their products and employees. we will continue to be jcpenney shoppers. they made it right and did the right thing. not many companies doing it these days. thank you jcp, jean and jodie.",
        "love it. a grat variety of stores, novelty shops in department stores including dillard's, jcpenney and macy's. e - z parking, lots of great places to eat, jewelry stores, clothing. this mall has it all",
    ],
    "summary": "i love malls. this was my first time here and i didnt expect it to be as big as it actually was! had all my favorite stores, it is for the most part a really busy mall. or at least it was when i went. still really enjoyed it and will be returning"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love having this mall close to home. it serves all of my retail shopping needs. i can always find a parking place and the mall is never too crowded.",
        "great mall! good stores too! i have been coming to this mall for years. they have done a fantastic job not turning ghetto like every other mall older than 10 years!",
        "it's a mall what do you expect? lol! but, it's a nice mall for phoenix ( try going to metrocenter and than tell me how horrible arrowhead is! )",
        "meh, i pretty much only come here for the apple store, and not much else. parking is always an adventure, with a long walk. there are always crowds of people sitting / standing around, often in the way.",
        "fun shopping vibe! a quick and easy go to spot i can find most of my favorite stores.",
        "i'm not a big mall fan, but this one is pretty nice. good selection of stores on two levels. food court with your usual faire. overall appears clean and safe. parking is a challenge, especially the limited handicapped parking. worth a trip to do some shopping if you want to get indoors.",
        "nice mall with a good selection of stores and places to eat. the playplace is nice and big so it doesn't tend to get too crowded. it's a comfortable mall, not a dump, but not too upscale.",
        "good stores and clean. not the safest environment though so i prefer other malls. parking is pretty easy.",
    ],
    "summary": "it ha a macy's and a kid's area so all good for me! my only complaint is at the kid's area, there are kids way too old that play there. i watch my 1 year old like a hawk but sometimes you are just not fast enough. if your kids are too old to be playing there, please keep them away!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this mall has been open since the 90s, has had its ups and downs throughout the year. the recent remodeling of the mall, i thought would rejuvenate the mall. but it's the same old stuff here and there, the cleaning staff doesn't know how to clean. they must be understaffed or something because this mall is always extremely dirty!",
        "sevgie wooden case : kiosk not even a month from when bought the case they would not give me a \" refund \" do the the wooden case now unable to resell. ( not my fault ) only an exchange which i was not happy with bc i did not want the same thing to happen twice, never again i learned my lesson.",
        "this place is a joke who opens a business with the hours from 11am - 6pm this is why we shop online",
        "this mall has hit an all time low from the shadey characters, to the gun that was pulled out in starbucks, to a friends daughter being chased by a pediphile in the parking lot, to a homeless lady pushing her cart and yelling at me. which scared the crap out of my kids. the bus stop so close to the mall with its shadey characters including homeless lady with her shopping cart. the kiosk people who are in desperate need of a sale that they harass people. the forever 21 store is horrid from the stained carpets appears to be a store out of metro center it's a shame how bad this place has gotten it's like metro center moved into arrowhead mall",
        "omg, just saw the most awful thing at arrowhead mall! a mall security man ( short cropped hair, short, old man ) harassing two elderly women about their service dog. they had a prescription from the doctor for the dog, yet the old man had another guard start harassing them in front of everyone at the food court. if i were those two poor old ladies, i would contact an attorney and sue arrowhead mall",
        "the mall is ok. not great stores anymore esp to west side of jcpenney even left of food court. need more modern stores for misses, and men. really disappointed in santa today! he was impatient and wasn't happy about a 1 year old sitting on his lap. we were really looking forward to her first time with santa and you ruined it for us. you didn't talk, or smile, or anything. our little girl wasn't even crying. and then the cashiers wouldn't let us look at all the pictures. rip off. didn't buy anything from you!",
        "i will never shop at express! if you arent dressed to impress they follow you around the store and guard merch like your a shop lifter! rude rude rude and judgmental...",
        "they don't even clean the children's play area at the times it says they do. kids run around with food and not suppose. and the surface of the play equipment is slippery for a child to have socks on. not sure how they can say that it is safe to play on those with socks on. when the child feet is black from running around on the carpet, gross. also few kids running around with socks on when not suppose too.",
    ],
    "summary": "they had nice clothing not a lot to choose from but it was okay but what really killed it was a guy that worked there named arial his customer service was horrible, he made me not want to buy anything there, first he treated people horrible when there was a long line and i was next and he called the person in the back and everyone was looking and agreeing with me that it wasn't fair but he said he doesn't care"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we were treated to lunch at work, leaving us with the difficult decision of what to choose. someone on our team recommended the dive n. checked out the reviews... of course. got the grill chicken sammich w / sweet potato fries ( kinda soggy ) and a side order of funnel cake fries. the funnel cake fries are delicious!! you eat one and you will not be able to stop eating them. would definitely get food from here again.",
        "my coworkers and i eat at dive n very often. their food is great. i highly recommend the potato salad. it has a yellow color and tastes slightly mustard based. it goes great with their huge sized burgers. make sure you are really hungry if you order the double burger. the best part of going to the dive n is the staff. they are so friendly. they always remember their regular customers by name. it seems like they really appreciate your business and want to make you happy. they are also very fast to refill your drinks and clear away plates. definitely give this place a try if you are in pineville. they have a huge menu so everyone should be able to find a dish they enjoy. they also always have daily specials.",
        "best damn gyro ever!! great customer service every time. i come here at least twice a month and feel welcomed and enjoy the experience always!",
        "this place is awesome. it's only open for breakfast and lunch but it doesn't matter because it's always packed. i usually get the jimmy's special, if you like get burgers and are a first - timer i would definitely recommend it. they have a variety of other burgers and sandwiches though too, as well as blue plate specials? i think. if you want a good go - to lunch spot... this is it!",
        "my first time here and i loved it!! i will be back again. went during lunch time on a thursday and it was busy. you could tell this is a lunch time spot which is great. the service was very friendly. i had the jimmy special.. which was a double cheeseburger with onion rings mustard and a special sauce comes with fries.. it was amazing. the burger was fresh and not too greasy. i truly enjoyed this lunch!!",
        "one of my favorites for weekend lunch! the food is always good and fresh. the staff is always friendly. french fries are crisp and the gyro, burgers and club sandwich are awesome! simple. fresh. delicious!",
        "old time feel, but great place to eat. had the jimmy special. wow! monster burger! definately will be back.",
        "solid breakfast!! will come back here again and again. fresh made ingredients make the difference.",
    ],
    "summary": "there's a reason people are lined up out the door! the food is excellent and the staff is friendly. this might just be my new favorite spot for lunch. it's also cheap. we fed our family of five for less than it would have cost us to eat at mcdonalds!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love this place we go about once a month. one of the better burgers in town at a reasonable price. the fries are always hot and tasty. i have also gone to breakfast here a couple times and been impressed with the portions and quality. good diner fare.",
        "omg. beautiful staff... and they are friendly as hell. come by to refill your drink for you.. burgers and sandwiches are awesome... low on seating on a rainy day though.",
        "long line out the door was the first indication that this greasy spoon would be on point! actually, that's not true, the yelp ratings were the first sign. even with the line ( very busy lunch time ), we got a table immediately, the line moved fast and the food came quick. staff is very friendly. got a burger and fries and friend got chicken tenders i believe. all were very good.",
        "awesome, great food. excellent, prompt service. i got the pimento burger all the way. i can't wait to go again.",
        "there's a reason people are lined up out the door! the food is excellent and the staff is friendly. this might just be my new favorite spot for lunch. it's also cheap. we fed our family of five for less than it would have cost us to eat at mcdonalds!",
        "one of the best diners around charlotte. the food is great and reasonably priced. i highly recommend the double cheeseburgers and the club sandwiches. haven't been here for breakfast yet, but they are usually packed! they do have outdoor seating for warmer weather.",
        "this is the best place in pineville for breakfast and lunch. good food cooked to order. the establishment itself has lots of character and charm. my favorite part is the counter staff.... the girls are friendly, consistent, and very fast. great spot!",
        "one of my favorite places charlotte for lunch. the staff is super friendly and attentive. i love that it is a mom and pop type place. food is always good and great prices. i've had the fish and burgers. all were great.",
    ],
    "summary": "great place for breakfast an lunch, i had breakfast with a friend an ordered the canadian ham oh wow it was as big as my plate. best hash browns nice an browned just as i like them. they do a great business in pineville, the owners are wonderful. for lunch stop by an try the jimmy special burger dont have any breakfast so you can finish your burger lol"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is a fantastic place to get a burger, fries and a classic cherry coke. it reminds me of a little burger joint i used to go to back when i was a kid. the ladies working there are always amazingly nice, despite how busy it always is. the only reason i don't give it 5 stars is the hours are a little peculiar. it always seems like we want to go here when they are closed, often times we would like to go for an early dinner on saturday's but they close at 3 pm. never made it here for breakfast, but they open at 7 am so it must be dang good. highly recommend this little local burger place!",
        "nice diner. fast and friendly service. we really enjoy the club sandwich and the cheeseburger is great also! we have used take out in the past and they do a great job with that also.",
        "this is one of my favorite little non - chain restaurants and definitely one of the better restaurants in pineville. their breakfast and lunch options are equally extensive and delicious. it's also suited for small or big appetites. they makes great burgers and i love the fries. they also have milkshakes and funnel cake fries if you're looking for something a little sweeter. their cashiers are always friendly. i love the classic diner atmosphere. unfortunately they're only open for lunch and dinner. they are also closed on sundays. besides that, i have no complaints.",
        "our daughter moved to south charlotte last fall and this place is the restaurant we've been to the most. we've had breakfast and lunch. both were great experiences. i loved the grilled pimento cheese sandwich. seating is tight especially if the outdoor patio isn't available.",
        "my dad and i came here for breakfast. it was actually really good at a great price. we both got country ham, hashbrowns, scrambled eggs and a biscuit for $ 7. skip the biscuit though and get the toast. something is wrong with those biscuits. they are hard and tasteless... probably just warmed up from the grocery store freezer. the ham was good and tasty, but greasy and the hashbrowns were great!",
        "i've been coming here for about 2 years now and always meant to write a review. i always get a burger and onion rings which is delicious as the other reviewers have said but they also have amazing service. the workers are always helpful and friendly every time we have gone. one example was the last time we went i forgot to ask for chili on my burger and when i went to the counter to add it was expecting to pay extra. they ran back to the kitchen, added it to my order and didn't charge me anything!",
        "it isn't fancy but dang, it sure is good. fluffy pancakes. quality sausage and nicely scrambled eggs. coffee is standard. super friendly staff. oh and the old rock and roll just tops it off. great way to start the weekend!",
        "this place has great southern style diner food. think chili cheeseburgers, hotdogs, fried chicken. it reminds me of the clock back in south carolina which makes me feel at home. i love the cheeseburgers and hotdogs, and the homemade onion rings are amazing! also the price is very cheap, you can actually get a burger and fries cheaper here than any fast food joint. and it tastes way better! the service has always been great and everyone is really nice. the food comes out quickly as well. the location can be a pain since it can get busy in that spot, but that's a minor inconvenience for great food.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a nice and small dive in place where the people are nice and the food is really good. my only complaint is that i wish this place was bigger. during lunch time, it's hard to get a seat. my favorite items on their menu is their special burger, their hot dogs and their funnel fries. and you can smell the funnel fries from outside. the smell just lure you in."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place has great southern style diner food. think chili cheeseburgers, hotdogs, fried chicken. it reminds me of the clock back in south carolina which makes me feel at home. i love the cheeseburgers and hotdogs, and the homemade onion rings are amazing! also the price is very cheap, you can actually get a burger and fries cheaper here than any fast food joint. and it tastes way better! the service has always been great and everyone is really nice. the food comes out quickly as well. the location can be a pain since it can get busy in that spot, but that's a minor inconvenience for great food.",
        "my coworkers and i eat at dive n very often. their food is great. i highly recommend the potato salad. it has a yellow color and tastes slightly mustard based. it goes great with their huge sized burgers. make sure you are really hungry if you order the double burger. the best part of going to the dive n is the staff. they are so friendly. they always remember their regular customers by name. it seems like they really appreciate your business and want to make you happy. they are also very fast to refill your drinks and clear away plates. definitely give this place a try if you are in pineville. they have a huge menu so everyone should be able to find a dish they enjoy. they also always have daily specials.",
        "my local dive!!! been coming here since it's inception. the staff, food, service is spectacular. they know their regular customers which is amazing. it feels like home. been in pineville for 12 years and they have always made me feel welcomed. being the minority in pineville... that is a huge blessing. oh and their funnel fries????!!!!!! to die for. they are always a place i recommend to anyone. just wished they stayed open later and open on saturdays. that's the one downfall of such a great place which warrants the 4 and not 5 stars",
        "this place is awesome!! i discovered the dive - n when me and a friend were looking for a place to eat and somewhere we haven't been before. we stopped in and the place was pretty busy which is always good to see. the menu is filled with great options! jimmy's burger is my favorite for sure! also the price is really reasonable for fresh food. i go back here every month at least!!",
        "i've been coming here for about 2 years now and always meant to write a review. i always get a burger and onion rings which is delicious as the other reviewers have said but they also have amazing service. the workers are always helpful and friendly every time we have gone. one example was the last time we went i forgot to ask for chili on my burger and when i went to the counter to add it was expecting to pay extra. they ran back to the kitchen, added it to my order and didn't charge me anything!",
        "this is a nice and small dive in place where the people are nice and the food is really good. my only complaint is that i wish this place was bigger. during lunch time, it's hard to get a seat. my favorite items on their menu is their special burger, their hot dogs and their funnel fries. and you can smell the funnel fries from outside. the smell just lure you in.",
        "it isn't fancy but dang, it sure is good. fluffy pancakes. quality sausage and nicely scrambled eggs. coffee is standard. super friendly staff. oh and the old rock and roll just tops it off. great way to start the weekend!",
        "our daughter moved to south charlotte last fall and this place is the restaurant we've been to the most. we've had breakfast and lunch. both were great experiences. i loved the grilled pimento cheese sandwich. seating is tight especially if the outdoor patio isn't available.",
    ],
    "summary": "this hidden gem in pineville is amazing! they have breakfast and lunch and typically always have a line which is worth the wait. the seating on the inside is small but they do have a great patio area for you to choose from. the staff is beyond nice and so helpful as the menu can be a bit overwhelming. be sure to stop by hungry. you will get plenty of food."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "candace is a master! she really not only gives me the absolute best cuts but also shows me how to style my hair in different, new, fun, fresh and current styles. you're so lucky to have her! i truly believe that out of any haircuts i've ever had she does the best job! thanks again girl. i just love ya!",
        "i am a makeup artist and recently i was able to meet lora and the stylists as we collaborated and worked together on a creative photoshoot for the salon. i was able to see the talent lora and the stylists have and how clean and beautiful the salon is. the energy is great and the location is easy to find as well!",
        "i love the team at lora moon. it is a relaxing and beautifying experience to have my hair done here!",
        "i needed a quick haircut ( barbershop or salon for men's hair ), found lora moon and decided to give them a try - glad i did! elle was fantastic : really easy - going, i described what i wanted, she knew exactly how to cut my hair, shampoo and style to clean up after the cut. great conversation, cool stylists, calming / welcoming salon. highly recommended!",
        "haylie is the best! my fiancee started going to her a few months ago, and i quickly followed suit. she is a mind reader because i generally just tell her to cut my hair to make it look better as far as directions, and i always love what she does. she also genuinely listens and remembers past conversations that we have had so i always feel like a valued client. : )",
        "recently relocated to scottsdale and so happy i found lora moon. great salon, on target color and stylish cuts, and fab gk straightening. highly recommend",
        "lora works magic on my hair... she knows the right shade of blonde to make me.. it looks so natural and it shines in the sunlight. people stop me on the street to comment on the color and style. i am 64 years old but lora makes me feel 17 years when i leave her salon.. you will love her and hr staff... they will be your new family. carmella d.",
        "jackie gave me a beautiful cut! she was super friendly, listened to what i want and i will definitely continue to see her. my cut looks great if i blow it out or let it air dry, super easy to maintain. i have thick hair and a lot of people thin it out too much, she found the sweet spot taking off some weight but not going overboard. everyone i interacted with was friendly, atmosphere is trendy but laid - back. i really loved their color bar too, so many salons hide that stuff in a closet but i thought it was cool to see it all.",
    ],
    "summary": "i haven't had my hair done at lora moon styling, but i have purchased hair products here and i have to say this salon is adorable. the staff was unbelievably friendly and helpful during my visit, and one of the stylists took the time to demonstrate a product's abilities on my hair. if you're looking for a friendly salon, this is definitely the one."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "unfortunately, i was hit twice once around april and the other in october. my dad works at united nissan and recommended to take the car here. i had such a pleasant experience the first time i didn't hesitate to bring it here the second time! they're so kind and informative. chantelle both times has been so nice and helpful! i just got back my car today and it looks brand new like nothing ever happened!!",
        "customer service was great. thank you chantel! my car turned out great and the best part is this place did all the communication between my insurance company so i didn't have to be the middle man. when i came to pick up my car i was given a nissan key chain and a t - shirt was left in my car. they even cleaned it and put air freshener inside! just a little side note, if you are paying a deductible they only take cash and it needs to be exact change. little pain there but totally worth it.",
        "i took my car to this place after being referred, reading reviews, and hearing great things about them. they got my car looking brand new. i appreciate all the hard work i especially appreciate all the great communication. thank you sudden impact auto for a job well done!",
        "i had the most pleasant experience with sudden impact! our car was rear ended and this was the shop we were dropping it off at to get the work done, i was in and out in minutes and shuttled to a rent a car center. no inconvenience out of my day at all. the owners and the employees thats work here are so very nice and caring, very friendly to talk to and work with. i came to pick up my car when it was ready and they even buffed out other scratches that didnt have anything to do eith the original damage. i am beyond pleased with thid entire experience!",
        "my experience with sudden impact was amazing. i had to have my bumper repainted and they had my car ready in less than 48 hours from the time of drop off. pat answered all of my questions and was extremely professional. when i picked my car up, it looked like the day i bought it, the inside and outside were both thoroughly cleaned and i was not expecting that. i highly recommend them doing body work and will be referring my friends and family. the office staff are all very friendly and were very helpful as well. a + service!!",
        "great place for insurance claims if you want the job done right down to the last detail like the free t - shirt or acura key chain they left on my keys and in my car! also, took the fingerprints above my eyes on my visor somehow that i was going to detail at acura after the body work here was done. saved me $ 160 and also included some minor damage that wasn't part of the claim into the claim somehow! every time i called they had answers and treated me great! it's always about the small things like offering me coffee every time i walk in....",
        "josh and the team are amazing!! so unbelievably kind and accommodating. the body work on my car is perfect. thank you sudden impact!",
        "fast & efficient. their work is even guaranteed! have used them a few times, never had a bad experience.",
    ],
    "summary": "i gave my honda civic to sudden impact after it was rear ended in las vegas and they did a clean job with the repairs! the staff is friendly and helpful whenever i called them to check on the repair status. i will definitely recommend this place if your looking for body shop!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "only just ok. price is fair but the server has a very unpleasant look to her. food tastes alright although when you order spicy ramen, it really is spicy, which is a pleasant surprise. as long as you don't expect much or anything fancy, this place is ok. don't order boba drink though. the boba doesn't taste fresh.",
        "i ordered some takeout food, which turned out to taste fine... nothing fantastic. however, if i would have driven around looking for a place to eat, i would have turned away at the front door. it looked filthy from the outside and not too much better on the inside.",
        "average. definitely not great but not bad. the one thing that is good is the price. i would probably give this place a 3. 5 star rating if it were possible. curry is good, everything else is average at best imo.",
        "this venue has been plagued with bad business. hopefully this noodle shop can end that trend. the food wasn't bad, i enjoyed the miso soup and the shrimp tempura was good. i'd give this place 3. 5, but 4, benefit of the doubt. the menu could have a little more variety, other than that, i'm rooting for its success. it's good to have a noodle shop around here.",
        "no a / c no to go menus nothing to write about besides a mom and pop no frills limited menu no fluctuation on the dishes good for what they offer. like an in & out simplicity. appetizers a little pricey for what you get. plenty of rice if you get a dish that includes rice. remember the star rating for yelp... tooo many 5 stars given for no reason... 3 is a - ok nothing bad about 3 out of 5.",
        "if you're familiar with \" north town \" of las vegas, you know about the limited amount of food choices you will find in this area! having a ramen spot in this area is pretty cool, so of course i had to try it! ambience is very casual. fortunately, i have been spoiled by the awesomeness of other ramen places in the city.. so i thought this place was okay. the flavor was alright, pork in the soup was tough, and it was a little too salty overall for my liking. i'll have to come back and try the other dishes.",
        "the chicken katsu was crispy and the tempura was not oily. the portion sizes are very big and the curry spices were on point. the fried rice was a little bland and the teriyaki sauce was a little watery. overall good for katsu curry if you are in the mood.",
        "i thought i would check it out because of the good rating it has on yelp, but i'm a bit confused about how it got its rating. there was no a / c which even at night was a bit uncomfortable. the food was okay, but i have had better teriyaki chicken at other places. i dragged my boyfriend to this place and i felt really bad after because it was not that great. i honestly don't see myself going back.",
    ],
    "summary": "got the tonkatsu ramen and teriyaki bowl, decent, nothing special. if you're looking for legit japanese food this won't live up to your standards. however, if you don't feel like driving to chinatown for good ramen this place will do. the service was ok, cashier was kind of rude to me. the ambiance is eh, could look a little better in there."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i am so pleased with dr jeff ward and his incredible staff! they listen to your issues and present multiple options, but they will honor your decision. irma is amazing! she is professional and patient with me and explains everything clearly regarding what to expect. i feel comfortable asking questions of any staff member. i just wish i had found them sooner! thank you irma for all of your excellent help with my extraction process!! this team makes going to the dentist a pleasant and enjoyable experience!",
        "it was my first time here yesterday and i loved it. heather did my cleaning and x - rays and she was really nice and thorough with my cleaning. they answered all my questions and got me scheduled for the work i need done.",
        "i just moved to tempe about a year ago and i have been looking for a new dentist for about that length of time. i found tempe dental care to be amazing. the staff is polite and friendly and super helpful. the hygienist was gentle and attentive to the needs of my teeth and did a great job cleaning my teeth. the dentist greeted me with a handshake and confirmed my name and i felt like he was interested in my personal mouth care and wanted to get to know me at a patient and not a number. very comfortable and well worth all the treatment and professionalism!!!",
        "totally impressed! it is very clean, the people are professional and friendly and they give you all the options for your treatment. most importantly, pain free! i had my extractions yesterday and am so very happy i had them do the work. i would recommend them to everyone.",
        "i recently became a patient with this practice and i could not be happier that i found them. i was nervous to make the switch but to my great surprise i have been telling everyone about this office. it's clean, and very comfortable. the staff is extremely friendly, thorough, and courteous! i have been very impressed this far!",
        "tempe dental is awesome! the entire team is caring and ensure you're comfortable. i would recommend them to friends and family.",
        "i highly recommend it! donna and dr. mitch are fantastic! the office is top notch and i felt comfortable the whole time.",
        "started going here as a recommendation from my mom. gotta say i am very pleased with the service i have received here! the staff are all very friendly and personable. the facility is clean and modern plus you can't beat the fact that they have tv's to watch while you're getting your teeth taken care of! never had a painful visit and i would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good dentist. : )",
    ],
    "summary": "for the past 2 years i have been a patient at tempe dental care and over those 2 years i have had to make a few appointments. each time i go i am welcomed by staff and the atmosphere is very relaxing. everyone who works there is very friendly and are very professional. i would recommend this pace anyone."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "got the tonkatsu ramen and teriyaki bowl, decent, nothing special. if you're looking for legit japanese food this won't live up to your standards. however, if you don't feel like driving to chinatown for good ramen this place will do. the service was ok, cashier was kind of rude to me. the ambiance is eh, could look a little better in there.",
        "average. definitely not great but not bad. the one thing that is good is the price. i would probably give this place a 3. 5 star rating if it were possible. curry is good, everything else is average at best imo.",
        "if you're familiar with \" north town \" of las vegas, you know about the limited amount of food choices you will find in this area! having a ramen spot in this area is pretty cool, so of course i had to try it! ambience is very casual. fortunately, i have been spoiled by the awesomeness of other ramen places in the city.. so i thought this place was okay. the flavor was alright, pork in the soup was tough, and it was a little too salty overall for my liking. i'll have to come back and try the other dishes.",
        "this venue has been plagued with bad business. hopefully this noodle shop can end that trend. the food wasn't bad, i enjoyed the miso soup and the shrimp tempura was good. i'd give this place 3. 5, but 4, benefit of the doubt. the menu could have a little more variety, other than that, i'm rooting for its success. it's good to have a noodle shop around here.",
        "i ordered tonkatsu ramen. it was okay, but just okay. the flavor was just off for me and the noodles not great. i had mango milk tea with boba but there was no actual tea in it but the boba were good so i'd probably come back for thai tea with boba but that's it. i'm sad over this because it's so much closer than monta but it can't compare. at all. like, not at all. sweet people though, very friendly.",
        "my favorite item here is the cold soba noodle, which can be found on the tiny black chalkboard next to the register. the dish comes with a generous portion of tempura shrimp and vegetables. tempura is crunchy, the soba al dente. $ 7. 99, well worth the price. the only real complaint i have is the a / c is not that strong, so it's a little warm in there. seating is adequate, but they have heavy traffic from nellis and the surrounding businesses.",
        "no a / c no to go menus nothing to write about besides a mom and pop no frills limited menu no fluctuation on the dishes good for what they offer. like an in & out simplicity. appetizers a little pricey for what you get. plenty of rice if you get a dish that includes rice. remember the star rating for yelp... tooo many 5 stars given for no reason... 3 is a - ok nothing bad about 3 out of 5.",
        "i ordered some takeout food, which turned out to taste fine... nothing fantastic. however, if i would have driven around looking for a place to eat, i would have turned away at the front door. it looked filthy from the outside and not too much better on the inside.",
    ],
    "summary": "only just ok. price is fair but the server has a very unpleasant look to her. food tastes alright although when you order spicy ramen, it really is spicy, which is a pleasant surprise. as long as you don't expect much or anything fancy, this place is ok. don't order boba drink though. the boba doesn't taste fresh."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have been to a lot of dentist over the years but dr. ward is by far the best! he is nice, gentle and tries his hardest to make you feel comfortable. the staff at tempe dental care is amazing, friendly and make you feel right at home. the office is also super flexible when it comes to having to reschedule or if you're running a little late they are always willing to try to fit you win which is awesome because i drive from phoenix and have to drive to tempe to make my appointment sometimes. i always recommend all my friends and family to go to tempe dental care or other dentist needs.",
        "wow! what a great team. lisa and the front desk team is amazing. i can't wait to come back, they are very professional and courteous. i highly recommend.",
        "i just moved to tempe about a year ago and i have been looking for a new dentist for about that length of time. i found tempe dental care to be amazing. the staff is polite and friendly and super helpful. the hygienist was gentle and attentive to the needs of my teeth and did a great job cleaning my teeth. the dentist greeted me with a handshake and confirmed my name and i felt like he was interested in my personal mouth care and wanted to get to know me at a patient and not a number. very comfortable and well worth all the treatment and professionalism!!!",
        "love all the staff here! the building and equipment is very up to date and everyone is extremely friendly! the drs are knowledgable and very helpful. the dental assistant anthony is awesome, i highly recommend making this your dentist!",
        "ok, ok.... it's been over a year since i last updated my review for tempe dental care. nothing has changed. i still recommend this dental office. i am completely satisfied with the care i receive here. and lately that seems to be quite a bit of \" oh my goodness \" and \" how soon can you fit me in \" and \" whoops! i broke another tooth. \" they always get me in and fix whatever i have done to my teeth. i have been going to dr. ward for close to seven ( yes, 7! ) years now. i know having lights, tools and hands in your mouth isn't fun... but if you must, then dr. ward and his staff are your best bet.",
        "a coworker of mine referred me to tempe dental and i would definitely recommend it to my friends and family! they take their time to make sure everything is done right and give honest advices! i have had 4 crowns put in and root canal and feel great! i i am very satisfied with dr. wards work. erma, the dental assistant is the best! she is friendly and always offer me the most comfort with blankets. they offer overall great service!",
        "love this place. i found tempe dental care on yelp when i moved up here a few years ago and been going back ever since. heather, my hygienist is amazing. so nice and friendly and does a spectacular job. i switched insurances and wanted to get in asap so she fit in with another hygienist, katie, who was great as well. i love the staff and most importantly the care they take to educate you on your oral care. yes i use sensodyne and have a sonicare and glide floss..... and my smile has never been better.",
        "they are the best here! i go for regular cleanings and they are excellent. dr. diy is in the process of putting in a crown for me. no pain whatsoever and i'm a big baby! he is so gentle and knowledgeable. i go to heather for my cleanings and she is wonderful,",
    ],
    "summary": "the staff is always do a great job. they are very clean, on time, honest, friendly. heather does a fantastic job and robin is so nice at the front desk. i don't normally write reviews but they are five out of five stars every time! i would recommend this place to anyone!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "first time eating there. my sister and i stopped by at around 1 / 2ish for lunch. we ordered both shoyu ramen i believe? it was pretty good & the broth was very flavorful. the only thing i would warn you about is the spice level. in my opinion it could have been toned down some, but my sister enjoyed it. we also had the chicken katsu curry which was also good. i would come back.",
        "for anyone from guam you're going to love the shrimp fried rice. remember shirley's? its damn near exactly the same taste. you have to take the tails off the shrimp but it reminded me so much of home i didn't even care. the ramen is my favorite though. huge bowls and the flavor is great. i've found my spot for my fried rice and ramen fix. i hope they stay in business for a long time because they'll have a regular customer for a long long time.",
        "simple and tasty japanese food. mostly noodle dishes. the taste is very authentic. again, don't expect fancy dishes, like family cooking. miso soup is excellent. ramen and yakisoba so good. just like eating like we were back in japan. we'll be back!",
        "tokyo cafe is a special little restaurant. very good japanese curry and miso ramen! the flavor is great, and takes me back to when i spent some time in japan. the gyoza is also a go - to for my visits here, either the fried or steamed versions. i honestly haven't tried many other dishes but my friends are big fans of the curry udon too. oh, they do offer a cold soba meal too. perfect for a hot summer afternoon, and comes with a generous portion of tempura. i come back usually once a week!",
        "great little place for great ramen. close to work so i just pop in order my food and off i go. very fast service. the ramen has so much noodles and it's so delish. i always get the miso ramen. this time i'm trying the curry udon. so good!!",
        "i intentionally came in for beef fried rice, but i ended up ordering beef soba ( yakisoba ). it was very delicious and authentic. i visited japan numerous times and have eaten yakisoba from different prefectures and this yakisoba tasted no different. slightly, and i mean slightly on the oily side but that's just me. you won't be disappointed at all.",
        "food prepared fast and taste was very good. had chicken katsu curry. chicken was very tasty and portions were large. miso ramen is also very good, the pork flavorful, and tender. goya well worth the price. ate here two nights in a row.",
        "best ramen i've had in a while! i ordered the tonkotsu ramen and it was delicious! very smooth with wonderful flavor! my boyfriend ordered the katsu chicken curry and it was ok. tasted more like the kind i make at home lol",
    ],
    "summary": "i wish i could eat here everyday and get a boba drink with it. i love how many flavors they offer for the boba drinks. the food is very tasty. the prices are good too. some days i come in to pick up my to go order and they are so full in the dine in area, so it's good to know everyone else like eatting here too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "compare to all the places i have been for noodles, its not the best noodles. but the place is clean and friendly service.",
        "very good food i came here today and it was delicious i got the chicken to teriyaki bowl and a teriyaki plate with miso soup very good : )",
        "i'm sure their other food is good too but i'm here for the ramen! : ) i will def continue to return.",
        "a great place for a quick, filling lunch at a great price. a welcome alternative to the burger / sandwich lunch rut.",
        "went here our week and was surpised the shoyu raman broth was awesome. the noodles themselves tasted abit store bought but with the broth being so good cancelsed that out ( for me ). overall good food.. oh yeah also odered the chicken fried rice it was good. next imma try it with teriyaki sauce instead of soy.",
        "surely not the best ramen in town but i enjoy coming here because the food comes out quick and i can always expect the same type of service. the workers are very nice and the price isn't bad either. the soup is a bit watered down but i'll live : )",
        "this place is really great i come here quite a lot if your a huge japanese curry fan like i am i really recommend this place the employees are very friendly and the serving size of the food is more than enough for the price keeps my wallet happy and my tummy happier : )",
        "i was in town on a business trip and not being familiar with the area i yelped a place to eat and tokyo cafe was high up on the list as it should be. i thought the food was plentiful and tasty. the prices weren't bad at all. i would reccomend it.",
    ],
    "summary": "was really in the mood for some reman but had no idea where so i went of certain review off of yelp the place is really great great service great employees it felt more like a family environment than a business i would really recommend everyone to come here no matter what time of the day"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i got the teriyaki bowl! it was very good. but they put a lot of sauce. i would recommend to have the sauce on the side. i also got the taro milk tea!! this was awesome!!!! i would recommend this place to anyone visiting or wants to try food!",
        "this place surprised me. it looks a little sketchy in appearance, like they aren't done with the remodeling or something. the windows are dirty and such. kinda scary. but this review is about the food. the food was every bit of 5 stars. don't let the appearance fool you, the food is really good!",
        "the milk tea bobas here are the best i've ever had! the taro boba tea, omg!!! the food is delicious and super affordable... must try this place!",
        "i ordered the chicken katsu curry and my wife ordered tofu katsu curry both with curry spice level \" extra spicy \". i received plenty of chicken katsu and rice ( had to get a to - go box ). on the scoville scale, the \" extra spicy \" curry sauce was perfect!... made me sweat. our only complaint was... no fukujinzuke or curry spice levels advertised on the main menu. i found the levels ( after we had ordered ) on a handmade menu near the cash register. please update your main menu with curry spice levels and acquire some fukujinzuke, please. i highly recommend tokyo cafe. they also played good old school japanese music ( my wife knew all the lyrics ).",
        "we had been dining pretty regularly downtown for good ramen and just hadn't found anything that was good up north. we found this location and after our first visit we're hooked. we had the tonkotsu ramen. it was prepared and on our table within minutes. great location. great food. we will be back.",
        "authentic. no where else like it. amazing charm and people. reminds of tokyo, which i miss everyday. this is the closest to japanese food i have ever had here in the states.",
        "i come here all the time. i'm honestly suprised they don't know me when i walk in yet lol. i really like the fried rice here. all the different types are great. they have recently started letting you order it spicy. they cook the spicy into it just the way i like it. the ramen is also very good, i haven't had ramen at too many places in town yet, only three or four other restaurants but this place is right up there. the portion sizes for the peice is crazy good. you got so much food for a reasonable price. the restaurant is clean.",
        "really good broth. tonkatsu is on point. it is not something that will blow your mind away but it is very good. noodles were good and not overcooked as well as the boiled egg. milk tea was also great. service is awesome and the people are polite and very nice. im so glad there is a place like this in north las vegas. had the spicy tonkatsu and it was sooooooo goooooooooood!!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "had dinner here on a tuesday night and it was real relaxed. the food was awesome! i got chicken curry katsu and it reminded me of coco's curry which is a very popular place in japan. they have spicy as well as mild. we also had fried rice and miso ramen everything was great! the menu prices aren't too bad considering how much food you get. expect to take some home!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "more than 4 years after i wrote my first review of tempe dental care and, if anything about that review should be changed it's that, i like them even better than i did in 2012. i feel that i am getting the very best dental care in town. and best of all, they listen.",
        "a coworker of mine referred me to tempe dental and i would definitely recommend it to my friends and family! they take their time to make sure everything is done right and give honest advices! i have had 4 crowns put in and root canal and feel great! i i am very satisfied with dr. wards work. erma, the dental assistant is the best! she is friendly and always offer me the most comfort with blankets. they offer overall great service!",
        "this is the best dental care that i have been to so far. it has been now 1 year since i first visited this dental care and every time i visit it, i get impressed. the staff is very kind and welcoming, the doctors are professional, and the place is super clean and neat. i refered three of my freinds to this dental care, and they had great experience with it. i recommed this dental care to everyone who lives in the valley or somewhere close by.",
        "i recently became a patient with this practice and i could not be happier that i found them. i was nervous to make the switch but to my great surprise i have been telling everyone about this office. it's clean, and very comfortable. the staff is extremely friendly, thorough, and courteous! i have been very impressed this far!",
        "i have been to a lot of dentist over the years but dr. ward is by far the best! he is nice, gentle and tries his hardest to make you feel comfortable. the staff at tempe dental care is amazing, friendly and make you feel right at home. the office is also super flexible when it comes to having to reschedule or if you're running a little late they are always willing to try to fit you win which is awesome because i drive from phoenix and have to drive to tempe to make my appointment sometimes. i always recommend all my friends and family to go to tempe dental care or other dentist needs.",
        "the staff is always do a great job. they are very clean, on time, honest, friendly. heather does a fantastic job and robin is so nice at the front desk. i don't normally write reviews but they are five out of five stars every time! i would recommend this place to anyone!",
        "totally impressed! it is very clean, the people are professional and friendly and they give you all the options for your treatment. most importantly, pain free! i had my extractions yesterday and am so very happy i had them do the work. i would recommend them to everyone.",
        "our family has been patients of dr. ward for 5 years. my son had been apprehensive about going to the dentist, but dr. ward quickly calmed any fears that he had with his gentle approach. as always, we had another great experience this time. the staff are particularly pleasant, friendly, and professional. i have never experienced a better dentist, than dr. jeffrey ward.",
    ],
    "summary": "i have been going to tempe dental care for a year and a half now, and i have always had a great experience. everyone is so helpful, from the front desk to the assistants to the hygienists to the dentists. i've been able to get in for appointments quickly and they work around my work schedule. i would recommend them without hesitation."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "finally, a nearby ramen place. we had the steamed gyoza, miso ramen, chicken teriyaki, thai tea boba, and mango boba. everything was delicious! portions were huge. the hubby lived in japan for several years and is critical of ramen ( knowing what good ramen is like ), but he was happy with his tonight.! staff was really nice. will be back again to try some of the other things on my menu.",
        "very reasonably priced ramen! we went in and ordered the steamed gyoza, takoyaki and ramen. all for 2. the bill came to $ 31. exceptional price and the food was great! the atmosphere is plain, but the food was extremely authentic. we enjoyed ourselves!",
        "tokyo cafe is a special little restaurant. very good japanese curry and miso ramen! the flavor is great, and takes me back to when i spent some time in japan. the gyoza is also a go - to for my visits here, either the fried or steamed versions. i honestly haven't tried many other dishes but my friends are big fans of the curry udon too. oh, they do offer a cold soba meal too. perfect for a hot summer afternoon, and comes with a generous portion of tempura. i come back usually once a week!",
        "omg! this place is a gem! the food is off the hook. prices are very low. atmosphere is a a shokudo style as if i was walking along meiji dori in tokyo. the cold soba was delicious. the shrimp and veggie tempura rivals anywhere on the strip or in shibuya. gyoza is a must have. yakisoba is authentic, right out of the alleys in shitamachi. i can't wait to come back. and i will as often as i can. gochi soo sama deshita!",
        "this place is a little difficult to find, a small hole in the wall type shop. it has typical japanese ramen and teriyaki type dishes. dont let the interior decor fo you, the food ia very good. i had the tonkatsu ramen which was very good. the broth was rich and the pork was delicious.",
        "everything is made in house cooked to order and fresh. very delicious. will definitely be the place i go for ramen from now on. fried rice and fried udon noodles were on point. you definitely must try when you are in the vegas area. it's a little ways from the strip, but if you have a car, definitely worth the drive. photos will come next time. was too yummy i completely forgot to take them.",
        "stopped in on a whim with my husband. our stomachs lead us to try a new spot. their sign reads : ramen, curry, teriyaki, and boba. how could we go wrong?! it's a small little joint. clean with minimal, simple decor. we ordered seaweed salad, shrimp tempura, spicy shoyu ramen, and a chicken teriyaki bowl. the service was quick and the staff was very friendly. even better, the food was delicious! very generous portions. we left pleasantly full, and with leftovers to boot! we will definitely be back.",
        "i went there with a friend amd we both eat a lot! ordered a gyoza, a combo fried rice, ramen and a donkatsu curry, two milk teas. they were all very good and the quantity was exceptional! very affodable price, very decent food. i will definately come back, very often, and recommend to friends. if you wanna get a quick decent affodable dishes, it is a lot better than macdonalds. thumbs up!",
    ],
    "summary": "come here regularly. i'd rather come here than go to chinatown for my ramen. they get the job done and overall, i've never left unsatisfied. the ramen portions are huge. i honestly wish they had a half size portion. teriyaki chicken is great. i would prefer this place over teriyaki madness. so if you're craving ramen and on the north side of town, come here!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great place. i had the miso ramen and beef fried rice. both amazing. the workers are very friendly. definitely won't be my last time there. highly recommend the beef fried rice",
        "food prepared fast and taste was very good. had chicken katsu curry. chicken was very tasty and portions were large. miso ramen is also very good, the pork flavorful, and tender. goya well worth the price. ate here two nights in a row.",
        "my wife and i love food. we have been looking for boba places on the north side for awhile now and she came across this place. she mentioned to me they serve ramen too and i was ecstatic because i have been craving it. this appears to be a mom and pop shop and was very quaint. i forgot i was in vegas for the time i was in there. a rated health placard on this date 9 / 3 / 2016 service was friendly food came out fast and it was very delicious prices are fair for the amount of food",
        "the shoya ramen and the tempura vegetables were spot on. other guest got the chicken katsu curry. everything was excellent. very fast service. will be back!!!!.",
        "omg! this place is a gem! the food is off the hook. prices are very low. atmosphere is a a shokudo style as if i was walking along meiji dori in tokyo. the cold soba was delicious. the shrimp and veggie tempura rivals anywhere on the strip or in shibuya. gyoza is a must have. yakisoba is authentic, right out of the alleys in shitamachi. i can't wait to come back. and i will as often as i can. gochi soo sama deshita!",
        "great little place for great ramen. close to work so i just pop in order my food and off i go. very fast service. the ramen has so much noodles and it's so delish. i always get the miso ramen. this time i'm trying the curry udon. so good!!",
        "i come here all the time. i'm honestly suprised they don't know me when i walk in yet lol. i really like the fried rice here. all the different types are great. they have recently started letting you order it spicy. they cook the spicy into it just the way i like it. the ramen is also very good, i haven't had ramen at too many places in town yet, only three or four other restaurants but this place is right up there. the portion sizes for the peice is crazy good. you got so much food for a reasonable price. the restaurant is clean.",
        "everything is made in house cooked to order and fresh. very delicious. will definitely be the place i go for ramen from now on. fried rice and fried udon noodles were on point. you definitely must try when you are in the vegas area. it's a little ways from the strip, but if you have a car, definitely worth the drive. photos will come next time. was too yummy i completely forgot to take them.",
    ],
    "summary": "the flavors are on point. prices are agreeable and staff is nice. i came with my brother and i and we got udon noodle tempura and miso soup. miso soup was enjoyable spicy with good portions same with udon but not spicy. so far my experience here for the first time is excellent. definitely coming back"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "very nice little restaurant. delicious food, the boba teas are wonderful and the people are nice. the portions are generous and the prices are very good.",
        "i lived in japan for 7 years. the tonkotsu ramen is as authentic you will get this side of the pacific. i have been here twice and ordered this with the delicious steamed gyoza both times. i guess some of the menu is hit or miss from what my friends have told me, but i come here for the amazing ramen which i can speak for.",
        "pork katsu curry... the best here. priced like many other places i've been to that sell similar foods, but with twice as much meat. definitely worth it. i always leave a tip!",
        "just found out about this place like 2 wks ago and have already went back a few times. the people are so nice who work there and you get a lot of food for your money. i've tried the chicken yakisoba, beef teriyaki and their fried rice ( with chicken and beef ). all of them were amazing! they all tasted so fresh. the veggies they use are definitely fresh. the beef and chicken they use are good quality / good cuts! they are not stingy at all with the meat! i don't have to wait long at all for it be ready. this is my new favorite place to go.",
        "the tonkotsu ramen is excellent. the katsu curry, teriyaki, tempura and gyoza were delicious as well. we were driving through las vegas and needed to stop for dinner. this place was perfect. we will come back the next time we are in town.",
        "so much food for the price! i paid $ 6. 99 for the teriyaki chicken - see picture. it comes with a mini side salad with a ginger dressing and a ton of rice under all the chicken. it was my dinner as well as lunch the next day. i thought it tasted great. some reviewers complained about how much sauce they put on it, but my plate wasn't over saturated. i'll be going back.",
        "honestly one of the best asian cuisine takeout meals i've had. i got the spicy chicken katsu curry. the sauce was so smooth and tasty yet spicy, the chicken was the perfect consistency, and the lemon pepper salad was a great side dish. i wish i wasn't vacationing and could go back!",
        "i can gladly say i know have a go - to curry restaurant in each part of town. there's more than just curry too, my date got a teriyaki bowl and she said it was fantastic. tokyo cafe does it right with fair pricing and delicious food. great, friendly service. 10 / 10 would trade in my chopsticks for a fork to swallow my curry whole again.",
    ],
    "summary": "i went to this place with a few people today, had the taro milk boba tea and tofu katsu. the sauce was yummy and the boba tea is one of the best i've had. the man who presented our food to us was nice and friendly, cashier who took our order seemed a little on the serious side but that's just nitpicking no biggie, i'll be back for sure. yumm!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the milk tea bobas here are the best i've ever had! the taro boba tea, omg!!! the food is delicious and super affordable... must try this place!",
        "soooo good! i had the tonkotsu ramen, it was absolutely delicious, and a very generous serving as well. i couldn't even finish it! the price was also very reasonable. it's better, i would venture to say, than even the more popular monta ramen, plus there was no wait time. glad to finally have a good ramen shop outside of chinatown. i only hope the out of the way location doesn't hurt business. highly, highly recommended!",
        "stopped in on a whim with my husband. our stomachs lead us to try a new spot. their sign reads : ramen, curry, teriyaki, and boba. how could we go wrong?! it's a small little joint. clean with minimal, simple decor. we ordered seaweed salad, shrimp tempura, spicy shoyu ramen, and a chicken teriyaki bowl. the service was quick and the staff was very friendly. even better, the food was delicious! very generous portions. we left pleasantly full, and with leftovers to boot! we will definitely be back.",
        "authentic. no where else like it. amazing charm and people. reminds of tokyo, which i miss everyday. this is the closest to japanese food i have ever had here in the states.",
        "we had been dining pretty regularly downtown for good ramen and just hadn't found anything that was good up north. we found this location and after our first visit we're hooked. we had the tonkotsu ramen. it was prepared and on our table within minutes. great location. great food. we will be back.",
        "this place is a hidden gem! i just moved to the north side of town and all my ramen joints are so far away... i saw this on yelp and decided to give it a shot. so far, i am impressed. it's not the most beautiful building but the staff is always on point, and i love the quality / favors of the food. my favorite is the tonkotsu ramen. i always order it extra spicy... it comes super duper spicy and i love it! usually places are afraid to make things that spicy especially when a 120 pound asian women is ordering it. we've ordered the soba noodles and shrimp tempura. everything we've tried has been great!",
        "had dinner here on a tuesday night and it was real relaxed. the food was awesome! i got chicken curry katsu and it reminded me of coco's curry which is a very popular place in japan. they have spicy as well as mild. we also had fried rice and miso ramen everything was great! the menu prices aren't too bad considering how much food you get. expect to take some home!",
        "i love this ramen place! the best hands down, and i try to come here at least once a week. that's how much i love it. the spicy tonkotsu ramen is to die for.",
    ],
    "summary": "this was our first time eating here last night. first off i never realized it was here, we bumped into this by chance bc i wanted a sandwich earlier in the week. so we decided to do date night here. if you like great comfort food japanese style this is the place for you! prices are amazing, staff is so friendly and service is quick and efficient! we will definitely be back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "really good broth. tonkatsu is on point. it is not something that will blow your mind away but it is very good. noodles were good and not overcooked as well as the boiled egg. milk tea was also great. service is awesome and the people are polite and very nice. im so glad there is a place like this in north las vegas. had the spicy tonkatsu and it was sooooooo goooooooooood!!!!",
        "simple and tasty japanese food. mostly noodle dishes. the taste is very authentic. again, don't expect fancy dishes, like family cooking. miso soup is excellent. ramen and yakisoba so good. just like eating like we were back in japan. we'll be back!",
        "the only good ramen i've tried on this side of town. i come here all the time when i want my ramen fix but don't want to go all the way to spring mountain for it. the spot is small and quaint and you wouldn't think much of it at first glance but give it a try and you won't be disappointed. the tonkatsu ramen is my go to and you must add an extra egg. so good. standard hearty bowl for the portions and service is quick and everyone there is friendly.",
        "my absolute favorite place in town to get ramen. i constantly crave it!!! and the curry is fantastic. the level 3 spice curry is perfect. this is mine and my fiances go to place.",
        "first time here. loved it. my husband and i love our ramen and udon noodles so we were excited to try this place out. the miso ramen was really good. great addition to the neighborhood!!",
        "love coming to eat here!! the food is always awesome! if you have a craving for fried rice this is the place to go!! not only that but the tempura and teriyaki bowls are amazing!! come hungry because the serving sizes are huge. love boba? they have the best in town!! i wish they were open 24 / 7 i'd eat here all day everyday",
        "tokyo cafe is a special little restaurant. very good japanese curry and miso ramen! the flavor is great, and takes me back to when i spent some time in japan. the gyoza is also a go - to for my visits here, either the fried or steamed versions. i honestly haven't tried many other dishes but my friends are big fans of the curry udon too. oh, they do offer a cold soba meal too. perfect for a hot summer afternoon, and comes with a generous portion of tempura. i come back usually once a week!",
        "this place really is a 3. 5 star restaurant. it wasn't spectacular but it wasn't bad, i would definitely come back again. i just don't understand the 4. 5 star rating? we got the tonkatsu ramen and the pork tonkatsu curry. they were both good just nothing special. the cha shu in the ramen was really good just kinda thin and the soup was good too. the curry itself was good as well and surprisingly very spicy! i usually ask for spicy curry and it's just ok spicy but this was on fire. this place is definitely worth a try especially since it's very well priced.",
    ],
    "summary": "really good broth. tonkatsu is on point. it is not something that will blow your mind away but it is very good. noodles were good and not overcooked as well as the boiled egg. milk tea was also great. service is awesome and the people are polite and very nice. im so glad there is a place like this in north las vegas."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i just moved to tempe about a year ago and i have been looking for a new dentist for about that length of time. i found tempe dental care to be amazing. the staff is polite and friendly and super helpful. the hygienist was gentle and attentive to the needs of my teeth and did a great job cleaning my teeth. the dentist greeted me with a handshake and confirmed my name and i felt like he was interested in my personal mouth care and wanted to get to know me at a patient and not a number. very comfortable and well worth all the treatment and professionalism!!!",
        "i went here for 6 years. i am very upset that after obtaining new employment i won't be covered at tempe dental care. i had nothing less than an excellent experience here. i worked with dr. ward - 5 star. heather - 5 star. and mercedes - 6 star. the entire front desk staff is something to rave about as well. i highly recommend tempe dental care to everyone that brings up as little as a toothache.",
        "i had a wonderful experience with this dental office. the staff was very friendly, respectful, and professional. the dental hygienist that worked on my teeth was very professional and made me feel at ease during the examination and cleaning. this is my go to place for dental service care.",
        "started going here as a recommendation from my mom. gotta say i am very pleased with the service i have received here! the staff are all very friendly and personable. the facility is clean and modern plus you can't beat the fact that they have tv's to watch while you're getting your teeth taken care of! never had a painful visit and i would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good dentist. : )",
        "tempe dental care is the taj mahal of dentistry. everyone is extremely friendly and they are entirely efficient. i had a four hour mouth procedure fixing what my old dentist for twenty years completely messed up. i was extremely comfortable and they did a fantastic job. they explain everything they do in detail and even billing wise are on top of their game. i won't ever go to another dentist as long as i'm in arizona! i've had two dental hygienists since i've been there and they both were extremely sweet! i can't rave about this place enough!",
        "wow! what a great team. lisa and the front desk team is amazing. i can't wait to come back, they are very professional and courteous. i highly recommend.",
        "i can't say enough about how good tempe dental care is. i've had a lot of dental work in my life and have anxiety about the dentist. the staff is super helpful and friendly and make you feel comfortable. dr ward is fast and explains things clearly. he's one of the best dentists i've ever had. i will definitely keep going back for all my dental care.",
        "the staff is always do a great job. they are very clean, on time, honest, friendly. heather does a fantastic job and robin is so nice at the front desk. i don't normally write reviews but they are five out of five stars every time! i would recommend this place to anyone!",
    ],
    "summary": "love this place! they have amazing and energetic staff throughout the office! they make everything easy and helped me with an emergency literally the next day and i have been coming since! excellent and professional work done by dr. jeff if you're looking for a new dentist then i definitely recommend this place!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is a small little ramen shop with a few other japanese menu items. i had the tonkatsu ramen which was good. the interior of the restaurant is very plain and simple but the food is good and the prices are very affordable.",
        "came here with a close buddy buddy of mine around 8. first thing first! quiet and mellow even when it got full later on. gotta pay for your meal first ( wich was odd ). ordered our ramen wich was pretty tasty!! food portion looks small but it fills you up! 3 stars to be fair just cause the location is a little off but it's cool!",
        "the curry here is pretty delicious i must say! the portion size also is good for the price. but the only thing that's missing is spicier chili powder. = /",
        "surely not the best ramen in town but i enjoy coming here because the food comes out quick and i can always expect the same type of service. the workers are very nice and the price isn't bad either. the soup is a bit watered down but i'll live : )",
        "the only good ramen i've tried on this side of town. i come here all the time when i want my ramen fix but don't want to go all the way to spring mountain for it. the spot is small and quaint and you wouldn't think much of it at first glance but give it a try and you won't be disappointed. the tonkatsu ramen is my go to and you must add an extra egg. so good. standard hearty bowl for the portions and service is quick and everyone there is friendly.",
        "local and tasty. if you are in the area give it a try. the prices aren't bad and the food is good. don't travel far to come here, as chinatown has the same stuff at a good price.",
        "not bad for a quick lunch. love their chicken curry as well as their ramen noodles. the milk tea was a bit too sweet for my taste though.",
        "this venue has been plagued with bad business. hopefully this noodle shop can end that trend. the food wasn't bad, i enjoyed the miso soup and the shrimp tempura was good. i'd give this place 3. 5, but 4, benefit of the doubt. the menu could have a little more variety, other than that, i'm rooting for its success. it's good to have a noodle shop around here.",
    ],
    "summary": "i have to say this place isn't bad but it wouldn't be my first pick for ramen. compared to jinya and monta this place is blah. there ramen is okay but if you want delicious ramen go to chinatown. like i said it's not bad but it's lack luster. broth is okay the egg isn't seasoned the noodles are good. but there chasu is sooo good. very good customer service and it's close to me but it's just blah."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i just moved to tempe about a year ago and i have been looking for a new dentist for about that length of time. i found tempe dental care to be amazing. the staff is polite and friendly and super helpful. the hygienist was gentle and attentive to the needs of my teeth and did a great job cleaning my teeth. the dentist greeted me with a handshake and confirmed my name and i felt like he was interested in my personal mouth care and wanted to get to know me at a patient and not a number. very comfortable and well worth all the treatment and professionalism!!!",
        "i recently became a patient with this practice and i could not be happier that i found them. i was nervous to make the switch but to my great surprise i have been telling everyone about this office. it's clean, and very comfortable. the staff is extremely friendly, thorough, and courteous! i have been very impressed this far!",
        "highly recommend this office. the hygienists are very caring and knowledgeable, able to provide tips to help for your next visit! no one likes getting fillings, but they make it pain free and they match and shape them so they are not noticeable. they always give you copy of the charges and provide estimates. i would recommend this office to everyone as my teeth have never felt cleaner after my visits here!",
        "i love coming into tempe dental, ok - ok a love hate relationship. the staff is amazing and very professional, every visit was very inviting and i felt like part of the family. dr. ward has always done the best for my smile and made the environment very comfortable..... i highly recommend their services and will continue to invite coworkers and family to visit their office.",
        "for the past 2 years i have been a patient at tempe dental care and over those 2 years i have had to make a few appointments. each time i go i am welcomed by staff and the atmosphere is very relaxing. everyone who works there is very friendly and are very professional. i would recommend this pace anyone.",
        "i have been to a lot of dentist over the years but dr. ward is by far the best! he is nice, gentle and tries his hardest to make you feel comfortable. the staff at tempe dental care is amazing, friendly and make you feel right at home. the office is also super flexible when it comes to having to reschedule or if you're running a little late they are always willing to try to fit you win which is awesome because i drive from phoenix and have to drive to tempe to make my appointment sometimes. i always recommend all my friends and family to go to tempe dental care or other dentist needs.",
        "need an emergency dental appointment before leaving town for a flight that left in 2 hours. it would have not been possible with any other team, especially because i was a new patient! i got an appointment, the entire office worked to get me in and out quickly and everyone was incredibly friendly and knowledgable. glad i found it!",
        "they are the best here! i go for regular cleanings and they are excellent. dr. diy is in the process of putting in a crown for me. no pain whatsoever and i'm a big baby! he is so gentle and knowledgeable. i go to heather for my cleanings and she is wonderful,",
    ],
    "summary": "this is the best dental care that i have been to so far. it has been now 1 year since i first visited this dental care and every time i visit it, i get impressed. the staff is very kind and welcoming, the doctors are professional, and the place is super clean and neat. i refered three of my freinds to this dental care, and they had great experience with it. i recommed this dental care to everyone who lives in the valley or somewhere close by."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love this place. i found tempe dental care on yelp when i moved up here a few years ago and been going back ever since. heather, my hygienist is amazing. so nice and friendly and does a spectacular job. i switched insurances and wanted to get in asap so she fit in with another hygienist, katie, who was great as well. i love the staff and most importantly the care they take to educate you on your oral care. yes i use sensodyne and have a sonicare and glide floss..... and my smile has never been better.",
        "love this place! they have amazing and energetic staff throughout the office! they make everything easy and helped me with an emergency literally the next day and i have been coming since! excellent and professional work done by dr. jeff if you're looking for a new dentist then i definitely recommend this place!",
        "started going here as a recommendation from my mom. gotta say i am very pleased with the service i have received here! the staff are all very friendly and personable. the facility is clean and modern plus you can't beat the fact that they have tv's to watch while you're getting your teeth taken care of! never had a painful visit and i would recommend this place to anyone looking for a good dentist. : )",
        "beautiful facility, nice staff but warning what they quote you for work and what they bill you will be two separate things. every time i've had work i got hit with a later bill. every time theres an excuse about the insurance. i have never had this problem with any other dentist...",
        "i started going to this office about a year ago. i have found a hygienist that is very gentle and quite professional with me! i have sensitive teeth when having a cleaning cans each and every time i get my cleaning done. she is just wonderful!! the dentist is very nice and does a complete thorough exam. his bed side manner is kind and professional.",
        "i have had several visits now and am still impressed. my husband, who had to be convinced to go, was also very happy with the care. also, their billing matched my insurance explanation of benefits, which is important. everyone there is helpful, considerate and excellent at their jobs.",
        "great service. front office staff were very professional. i felt i was given an accurate, professional and honest assessment. my hygienist communicated very well with me and helped me to relax to have an enjoyable experience. i definitely plan on using their service in the future!",
        "tempe dental care is the taj mahal of dentistry. everyone is extremely friendly and they are entirely efficient. i had a four hour mouth procedure fixing what my old dentist for twenty years completely messed up. i was extremely comfortable and they did a fantastic job. they explain everything they do in detail and even billing wise are on top of their game. i won't ever go to another dentist as long as i'm in arizona! i've had two dental hygienists since i've been there and they both were extremely sweet! i can't rave about this place enough!",
    ],
    "summary": "i've been coming here for years. i had a crown done last year with dr. ward and i was very satisfied with the quick process. i just finished up with invisalign and the staff was always able to get me in on short notice. also the hygienists are great and very pleasant to talk too!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i just had the back office manager call me asking me to take the review down. she also tried to bribe me with movie tickets to take this review down. avoid at all costs. they are very pushy and try to upsell you every step of the way. i had two procedures done with them in the last 60 days and both of teeth still hurt and have sensitivity. i had to go back to get one of the checked and they adjusted it and i still have sensitivity.",
        "avoid these guys at all costs. its like a boiler room in there. they also sent me a letter stating they will no longer service me. its because i missed an appointment. also my teeth are still sensitive two months after i went in. they did a below average job on my teeth. avoid them like the plague.",
        "be very cautious about this office. they will happily make work for themselves after, of course, verifying that you have insurance. i came in for my 6 month cleaning and they refused because i need a deep cleaning ( she did ask about my insurance first ). will never return nor have any family members go here nor refer anyone to this office. it's unfortunate that the staff is trained in this manner.",
        "wow! what a great team. lisa and the front desk team is amazing. i can't wait to come back, they are very professional and courteous. i highly recommend.",
        "love all the staff here! the building and equipment is very up to date and everyone is extremely friendly! the drs are knowledgable and very helpful. the dental assistant anthony is awesome, i highly recommend making this your dentist!",
        "ok, ok.... it's been over a year since i last updated my review for tempe dental care. nothing has changed. i still recommend this dental office. i am completely satisfied with the care i receive here. and lately that seems to be quite a bit of \" oh my goodness \" and \" how soon can you fit me in \" and \" whoops! i broke another tooth. \" they always get me in and fix whatever i have done to my teeth. i have been going to dr. ward for close to seven ( yes, 7! ) years now. i know having lights, tools and hands in your mouth isn't fun... but if you must, then dr. ward and his staff are your best bet.",
        "i have been to a lot of dentist over the years but dr. ward is by far the best! he is nice, gentle and tries his hardest to make you feel comfortable. the staff at tempe dental care is amazing, friendly and make you feel right at home. the office is also super flexible when it comes to having to reschedule or if you're running a little late they are always willing to try to fit you win which is awesome because i drive from phoenix and have to drive to tempe to make my appointment sometimes. i always recommend all my friends and family to go to tempe dental care or other dentist needs.",
        "a coworker of mine referred me to tempe dental and i would definitely recommend it to my friends and family! they take their time to make sure everything is done right and give honest advices! i have had 4 crowns put in and root canal and feel great! i i am very satisfied with dr. wards work. erma, the dental assistant is the best! she is friendly and always offer me the most comfort with blankets. they offer overall great service!",
    ],
    "summary": "some of the yelp reviews support my experience and the experience of others that i've talked to. they don't get the work approved by your insurance company. they tell you they did and that it was declined once the work is done. then they send you a huge bill. don't use them! you can get great dental care without getting ripped off. next step is to report to 3 on your side because this place is literally lying to their patients."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "always the best light breakfast. so much better than the regular greasy spoon brekky. feel great and ready to tackle sunday. chocolates are a nice touch",
        "the coffee is amazing!!!! the hot chocolate is literally a melted chocolate bar in hot milk.... yum! the salads are great... most stuff is a bit pricey. they recently got a new manager who is way better than the previous one.. and more hands on, but for some reason, the service seems to be intermittently slow, and the staff disorganized. there are times when there are very few people waiting for meals, and ours seems to take forever... other times not. the patio in the summer is awesome!. they don't clean the tables that often, but if you ask them they will clean it for you. it's a fight to get the tables in the sun... but it's worth it!",
        "i used to come here alot, about once or twice a week but things got busy and i stoped. i was there again last weekend, and it just reminded how nice this place is. aroma is always packed which makes it hard to find a seat, but once you fo, you get to enjoy some fine coffee in a nice atmosphere. their food or salads are not the best, but any pastries or sweets are always perfect.",
        "this place isn't too bad. decent amount of seating, but definately doesn't give the impression that you can linger with your coffee or tea. stopped off here to grab a tea post - meal. the set up is a bit too industrial for my taste. and the bussing happens pretty quickly. aroma is set up like your typical coffee store and then they call out your name once the order is ready. the teas are loose leaf teas. i'd say skip the peppermint - ginger tea and try something else.",
        "i love this place. in particular the location. this location is like a little getaway for me and my family to enjoy evening tea time. love their latte, chai, and hot chocolate, biscotti, and avocado sandwich!! customer service is friendly and nice! i will keep coming to this place.",
        "perfect for sunday brunch! the bureka treat is my fav for a snack, and power breakfast is my go to for a full meal! love the balsamic vinegar that comes with the salad, and their bread is sooo good. i usually avoid bread, but theirs is impossible not to nibble on.",
        "freshness defined. everything here is healthy and delicious. great place to eat or just have a coffee",
        "nice atmosphere, prompt service, and great coffee. a good place to spent the evening with friends or have a quick bite during the day. it is often busy, and it is usually hard to find a table. be prepared to wait on weekend evenings. would avoid if you have large group, overall, a refreshing new option from the well established coffee franchises in the neighbourhood. definitely worth checking out.",
    ],
    "summary": "aroma really have to pay attention to this location! lineup every time on everything from cashier to the serve. i have been to another locations and they are all good and efficient but this one is always unorganize and slow since day 1. the order is pretty simple like salad and smoothie. strongly not recommended if you are in a rush."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "ok i like aroma for their coffee and their options of almond or soy milk... they also have a vegan brownie that they offer but what really caught my eye was a vegan blueberry, peach crumble! we stopped by on the way home and i picked up a crumble. i left it in the fridge and went and had it the next day. i threw it in the microwave and omg sooooo good!! i love that i can pick up a vegan dessert close to home and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg! this location is generally busy but has a really cute outdoor patio! the only reason it isn't a 5 star rating is because sometimes the staff are a little unfriendly.",
        "this place isn't too bad. decent amount of seating, but definately doesn't give the impression that you can linger with your coffee or tea. stopped off here to grab a tea post - meal. the set up is a bit too industrial for my taste. and the bussing happens pretty quickly. aroma is set up like your typical coffee store and then they call out your name once the order is ready. the teas are loose leaf teas. i'd say skip the peppermint - ginger tea and try something else.",
        "i had the mediterranean salad. it was delicious! the home dressing was the perfect touch to making it taste so refreshing. it was very filling and a great portion size. try out the aroma chocolate cookie. it's like tiny hybrid of a cookie / doughnut, without being too sweet! i definitely crave the salad at times! great service. we called in a placed the order ahead of time so that we could pick it up ready dye to our limited lunch time. we got there and paid, and it was ready within 5 minutes.",
        "absolutely bustling on sunday afternoon. cute place, yummy drinks, and nice staff. surprised to see people with laptops working here since it was so noisy but i can imagine it's not too bad a study spot on quieter days. food is healthy and middle eastern inspired.",
        "like every other aroma now, this place offers consistency. aroma food is good, and i've been a fan since my first visit to israel years ago. i was excited it opened up in toronto under my office at y & e. the only shitty part about this particular location - the tables are never clean. even if you do get someone to clean your table, they're using a dirty rag over half the table. it's just disgusting. it's the only reason i don't want to come here. a shame because it is close enough to my house.",
        "the food was great, but the menu is a bit limited. ordered an latte and asked to smell some of the coffee that was for sale. they didnt have all the roasts available. the pastries were delicious. price is very reasonable",
        "today we decided to try the aroma at bathurst & rutherford. the place was so busy that the lines of folks splintered off almost out the door. i paid about $ 30. 00 for a few sandwiches and a teeny croissant that was charged $ 2. 45. i can say with certainty that the place charges the more folks come to spend. the egg salad got rave reviews, but watch out for the giant portion of crunchy water on the breakfast sandwich. bring loads of cash and your cell phone to make sure people around you look at you, you lucky rich folks north of hwy 7!!",
        "the coffee is amazing!!!! the hot chocolate is literally a melted chocolate bar in hot milk.... yum! the salads are great... most stuff is a bit pricey. they recently got a new manager who is way better than the previous one.. and more hands on, but for some reason, the service seems to be intermittently slow, and the staff disorganized. there are times when there are very few people waiting for meals, and ours seems to take forever... other times not. the patio in the summer is awesome!. they don't clean the tables that often, but if you ask them they will clean it for you. it's a fight to get the tables in the sun... but it's worth it!",
    ],
    "summary": "nice atmosphere, prompt service, and great coffee. a good place to spent the evening with friends or have a quick bite during the day. it is often busy, and it is usually hard to find a table. be prepared to wait on weekend evenings. would avoid if you have large group, overall, a refreshing new option from the well established coffee franchises in the neighbourhood. definitely worth checking out."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love aroma. the drinks are made extremely consistently. my favorites are the cappuccino, latte, and ice aroma. as for food, i usually order the warm chickpea salad, portobello sandwich, lentil soup or the aroma salad. there are tons of healthy options. the staff at this location are super nice.... since i am a regular, they always greet me with a huge smile.",
        "holy moly. i got takeout from this place two days in a row. day one : half soup and salad meal. day 2, salad. both were incredible and incredibly huge. they have a poster outside the place that says that nothing is premade, the salads and bread are all cut and chopped when you order. i believe them. these were the freshest salads i've ever had outside my house, and the soup ( chicken and wild rice ) was really great. plus, the portions are gigantic. the \" small \" salad easily yielded two meals. the service is also quick and very friendly.",
        "they have the best whole - wheat bread. where can i buy a loaf??? so happy that they now introduced a large sized iced drinks! = ) excellent foods all around. sorry starbucks, aroma has taken my business.",
        "aroma really have to pay attention to this location! lineup every time on everything from cashier to the serve. i have been to another locations and they are all good and efficient but this one is always unorganize and slow since day 1. the order is pretty simple like salad and smoothie. strongly not recommended if you are in a rush.",
        "always the best light breakfast. so much better than the regular greasy spoon brekky. feel great and ready to tackle sunday. chocolates are a nice touch",
        "today we decided to try the aroma at bathurst & rutherford. the place was so busy that the lines of folks splintered off almost out the door. i paid about $ 30. 00 for a few sandwiches and a teeny croissant that was charged $ 2. 45. i can say with certainty that the place charges the more folks come to spend. the egg salad got rave reviews, but watch out for the giant portion of crunchy water on the breakfast sandwich. bring loads of cash and your cell phone to make sure people around you look at you, you lucky rich folks north of hwy 7!!",
        "wow this place was busy considering it was a friday afternoon. cooled off with a nice ice latte on a warm summer day. i wish i was able to sit on one of their patio seats but they were all taken. i guess people didn't have to work that day just like me. service was fast and drinks were refreshing and not overly sweet with great coffee flavor. $ 10 bux for 2 drinks but you get what you pay for.",
        "parking : free - big lot with easy to find parking. washrooms : dimly lit, clean during the mornings when i go in. experience / venue : all the staff are friendly and know me since i'm a regular at this location. i go here everyday mon - fri for my daily breakfast. food : the food is good. i've tried the portobello sandwich, the avocado sandwich, the lentil soup, the shitake mushroom soup, the quinoa bowl, the mediterranean salad, and the warm chickpea bowl. i excluded egg and cheese to make it vegan. definitely recommend the mushroom dishes.",
    ],
    "summary": "best coffee chain. awesome sandwiches with the best housemade bread. the chocolate croissants are also the best from any chain i have ever been to. if you are in thornhill and need a coffee this is the place. the only issue is that it is often very busy as i am not the only person who loved this place. i downgraded from 4 stars to 3 as recently service has taken a dive."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "aroma really have to pay attention to this location! lineup every time on everything from cashier to the serve. i have been to another locations and they are all good and efficient but this one is always unorganize and slow since day 1. the order is pretty simple like salad and smoothie. strongly not recommended if you are in a rush.",
        "the coffee is amazing!!!! the hot chocolate is literally a melted chocolate bar in hot milk.... yum! the salads are great... most stuff is a bit pricey. they recently got a new manager who is way better than the previous one.. and more hands on, but for some reason, the service seems to be intermittently slow, and the staff disorganized. there are times when there are very few people waiting for meals, and ours seems to take forever... other times not. the patio in the summer is awesome!. they don't clean the tables that often, but if you ask them they will clean it for you. it's a fight to get the tables in the sun... but it's worth it!",
        "perfect for sunday brunch! the bureka treat is my fav for a snack, and power breakfast is my go to for a full meal! love the balsamic vinegar that comes with the salad, and their bread is sooo good. i usually avoid bread, but theirs is impossible not to nibble on.",
        "great place and even greater coffee. the price is comparable to starbucks'but the display is a lot classier, and the chocolate though! the major downside here i feel is that there's a bit of racism, but i'm not going to go too much into that.",
        "always have a great time at aroma. their coffee, lattes and pastries are delicious. love the chocolate that comes with the coffee. also my daughter devoured her kids special.",
        "nice atmosphere, prompt service, and great coffee. a good place to spent the evening with friends or have a quick bite during the day. it is often busy, and it is usually hard to find a table. be prepared to wait on weekend evenings. would avoid if you have large group, overall, a refreshing new option from the well established coffee franchises in the neighbourhood. definitely worth checking out.",
        "most of the aroma locations i have been to, including this one, had a less pretentious and more cozy and group - oriented atmosphere than your typical starbucks or second cups. with little effort i once managed to fit a group of 8 very loud persians at this location. their coffee menu is pretty standard with turkish coffee, orchid latte and the affogato ( espresso with a scoop of ice cream ) being the novelties. their breakfast menu is overpriced and uninteresting. they have one item, which briefly piqued my interest, and that was the shakshouka. it was essentially eggs served on top of a warm salsa - like soup served with a side of tahini.",
        "ok i like aroma for their coffee and their options of almond or soy milk... they also have a vegan brownie that they offer but what really caught my eye was a vegan blueberry, peach crumble! we stopped by on the way home and i picked up a crumble. i left it in the fridge and went and had it the next day. i threw it in the microwave and omg sooooo good!! i love that i can pick up a vegan dessert close to home and it doesn't cost an arm and a leg! this location is generally busy but has a really cute outdoor patio! the only reason it isn't a 5 star rating is because sometimes the staff are a little unfriendly.",
    ],
    "summary": "i used to come here alot, about once or twice a week but things got busy and i stoped. i was there again last weekend, and it just reminded how nice this place is. aroma is always packed which makes it hard to find a seat, but once you fo, you get to enjoy some fine coffee in a nice atmosphere. their food or salads are not the best, but any pastries or sweets are always perfect."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "if you like ramen noodles then this is for you. had noodles with some pork in them and an extra egg. good protein for those bulking up : - ) anyways i kind of regret not getting spicy because those looked really good as well. anyways regular was super tasty so i'll have to save that for another time. great food at great prices. next tim i'll try some of the fried shrimp and calamari also. those looked soo good! will be back. yum yum!",
        "i went to tokyo cafe for the first time this evening. it was really really good. the katsu was pleasantly crunchy. the pork was lean and tender. the curry was perfectly spicy. i received a very generous portion. the customer service was friendly and fast. tokyo cafe is in my neighborhood. i will go again. the reason i am no giving them a 5 is because the decor is a little shabby. clean very clean but shabby. nice family vibe though. give them a try.",
        "great ramen! recommend to anybody looking for a great casual cafe with delicious rame. i hald tonkatsu spicy ramen. service was pleasant and really welcoming. this is my go to place for japanese ramen soup!",
        "very good japanese ramen, especially for north las vegas. the fried gyoza are a solid appetizer. i really liked the dipping sauce. for the ramen, i had both the miso and the tonkotsu. the miso was good, but i definitely preferred the tonkotsu, especially spicy. i wish i had ordered extra chashu, it was very tasty.",
        "i had the chicken teriyaki and the coconut boba tea. it's was really good and the portion sizes were excellent. the staff was also very friendly. i would definitely go back if i were in the area.",
        "first time trying this place - i just went in to try their boba and it smelt so good in there! i'll have to go back and try the food. anyhow i had milk tea with boba and it was so sweet and good! what a treat!",
        "my wife and i love food. we have been looking for boba places on the north side for awhile now and she came across this place. she mentioned to me they serve ramen too and i was ecstatic because i have been craving it. this appears to be a mom and pop shop and was very quaint. i forgot i was in vegas for the time i was in there. a rated health placard on this date 9 / 3 / 2016 service was friendly food came out fast and it was very delicious prices are fair for the amount of food",
        "this place is what i expected! fast service, good food, and various boba tea options. the service was fast and the cafe was clean. they have a simple, but tasty menu. customer service was good and prices are reasonable. i ordered the spam katsu curry which came with a side salad. i also ordered a boba tea. the curry was similar to a gravy in taste and consistency. the side salad was basic : iceburg lettuce, shredded carrots, and a ginger dressing. the tea was awesome save the slightly, chewy - than - normal, boba. overall, the items i ordered were yummy!'would recommend!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is so good. simple menu with quality food and good service. my boyfriend got a beef teriyaki bowl and i got a chicken teriyaki bowl and it was really really really good. i came with a small salad and like i said the customer service was really good. they had other items to that i also saw that other people had that looks really tasty look like good food look like it taste good."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "really cool neighbourhood bar that i regularly frequent. the decor is eclectic and the staff are all very friendly and skilled at their jobs. the prices on pints and cocktails are fair, and they have great happy hour deals that last longer than 5 a 7. the food menu is not what you'd expect from a bar, but everything that i've eaten has been very tasty. the crowd is a bit older than other joints in the area, which is a refreshing escape from the wild st - laurent club scene.",
        "pretty cool spot with amazing food. you definitely got to try their hotsauce, it is awesome.",
        "nice ambience, i went for the samosas and pork and it was so good. pretty good service. definitely a place to eat and chill with friends.",
        "i went there yesterday with my cousin, the decor is great, the food is great ( although the wings were a bit too salty for my liking ), the drinks were good as well. i asked the waitress what drink she would recommend and she said the kir royal but my cousin's mojito was by far better than that. the prices are cheap, and the atmosphere is very friendly and not too loud. would definitely go back!",
        "great place! the interior is really causy and nice looking. it's the sort of place where you could spend hours talking and not noticing it. the staff is really nice and you can also go there to eat. you have a good selection of alcohols.",
        "great little bar to chill with friends after the work week is done. food is really good, service is very down to earth. if your ever in the plateau, i recommend going to else's.",
        "many pubs have good food, fewer have good deals ( happy hour pints 5. 75 ), even fewer have a story and charm such as else's. it feels like a cosy hole - in - the - wall with charm and friendly staff that are sure to delight. great selection of beers and devour inside is unique and eccentric",
        "i went there yesterday with my cousin, the decor is great, the food is great ( although the wings were a bit too salty for my liking ), the drinks were good as well. i asked the waitress what drink she would recommend and she said the kir royal but my cousin's mojito was by far better than that. the prices are cheap, and the atmosphere is very friendly and not too loud. would definitely go back!",
    ],
    "summary": "been here twice and stayed till closing both times. good beer, great scotch selection, and good bartending. seems to be a favorite with the locals, and as some previous reviewers mentioned, the atmosphere is what makes it. just come by and hang out and you'll enjoy yourself. apparently they don't actually have a liquor license, just a restaurant license, but they seem to get by just fine."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went for dinner with a party of 6 and were seated immediately. we ordered the pulled pork sliders, shrimp tacos, roasted veggie salad, and bison sliders. all were outstanding! this was not your typical bar food. the space was snug, but provided a cozy, warm environment. the service was exceptionally attentive and they had a fine selection of drinks and draft beers. we would definitely go back!",
        "love this place. great little neighborhood pub in the truest sense. spicy garlic shrimp were delicious. shepherds pie was a bargain at $ 10. so good. service was great too - attentive but not overbearing. tip : they don't accept credit only debit or cash. not a big deal but good to know in advance.",
        "i loved this place. i went during a recent trip to montreal with a few friends. it has a great atmosphere ; good music, friendly people, wonderful and attentive waiters, and overall fun feel. also completely unpretentious. my friend spilled her drink completely upon getting it without taking a sip and the waitress / bartender brought over a new one right away. i will definitely go back!",
        "very nice place to hang drink and eat. the prices are reasonable and the portions are on the small side. tried the pulled pork and bison burgers. both were good and homey. the service is great. attentive and quick.",
        "this is a great bar. the food was delicious - i particularly recommend the fish and chips. they also have a great selection of drinks, particularly scotch. the atmosphere is very nice - good music but quiet enough that you can still socialize and hear your friends. i'll definitely be going back! note that they don't take credit cards, only debit cards.",
        "one of the better \" bars \" in montreal. very intimate ( read : small and dark ). candles on the tables add to the ambiance. usually good music playing. tasty food and good drink selection. if you have a big group get there early to secure tables. this is a favorite spot of mcgill geology grad students. also a good spot for working during the day.",
        "cozy bar, attentive service, delicious food! we shared the bison burger and the salad and both were exceptional. the roasted veggies in the salad resembled kimchi and i could not get enough of them. great variety of beers on draft!",
        "great service and excellent food! place has a really nice vibe with lots of light and fresh air. clutch spot for vegetarians - highly recommend the butter tofu, so tasty.",
    ],
    "summary": "what a great simple place. friendly staff, laid back vibe make for a great place to hang off of roy street. i really loved the story of else the owner. only had drinks, though you need to order food. the menu is really reasonable in terms of pricing. checkout my pictures to see options and cost for food and drinks. will update my review the next time i eat there."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "first time trying this place - i just went in to try their boba and it smelt so good in there! i'll have to go back and try the food. anyhow i had milk tea with boba and it was so sweet and good! what a treat!",
        "this place is so good. simple menu with quality food and good service. my boyfriend got a beef teriyaki bowl and i got a chicken teriyaki bowl and it was really really really good. i came with a small salad and like i said the customer service was really good. they had other items to that i also saw that other people had that looks really tasty look like good food look like it taste good.",
        "a really good ramen shop in the north side. i tried the spicy miso ramen and the beef fried rice. both tasted better than i expected.",
        "i'm glad i found this place. after having lived in tokyo for 3 years, we really miss the real deal. this was an excellent substitute! much better than some other \" ramen \" places.",
        "nice people good food \uff01 gonna come again \uff01 \uff01 i ordered chicken curry for myself and raman for my boyfriend. and one thai tea, one boba milk tea. it's all good! i love the chicken curry it's the best i tasted ever. lovely place",
        "the steamed gyoza and the vegetable tempura appetizers were delicious! the shrimp teriyaki was slightly chewy. the curry chicken katsu was excellent. very reasonable prices for all the dishes.",
        "i ordered the soba chicken and the chicken fried rice. its very yummy. i am now a regular. i am hooked on the rice as of now",
        "i ordered the chicken katsu curry and my wife ordered tofu katsu curry both with curry spice level \" extra spicy \". i received plenty of chicken katsu and rice ( had to get a to - go box ). on the scoville scale, the \" extra spicy \" curry sauce was perfect!... made me sweat. our only complaint was... no fukujinzuke or curry spice levels advertised on the main menu. i found the levels ( after we had ordered ) on a handmade menu near the cash register. please update your main menu with curry spice levels and acquire some fukujinzuke, please. i highly recommend tokyo cafe. they also played good old school japanese music ( my wife knew all the lyrics ).",
    ],
    "summary": "i lived in japan for 7 years. the tonkotsu ramen is as authentic you will get this side of the pacific. i have been here twice and ordered this with the delicious steamed gyoza both times. i guess some of the menu is hit or miss from what my friends have told me, but i come here for the amazing ramen which i can speak for."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "bar de quartier tres cool! si on veut y boire, il faut aussi manger, ce qui se fera sans peine car c'est plutot bon et vraiment abordable. le vin maison est bon egalement.",
        "really cool neighbourhood bar that i regularly frequent. the decor is eclectic and the staff are all very friendly and skilled at their jobs. the prices on pints and cocktails are fair, and they have great happy hour deals that last longer than 5 a 7. the food menu is not what you'd expect from a bar, but everything that i've eaten has been very tasty. the crowd is a bit older than other joints in the area, which is a refreshing escape from the wild st - laurent club scene.",
        "great bar! a lot more options than most other bars we found in montreal, especially in the old district. the beers were great - especially the oatmeal stout ( better than guinness! ). i got a scotch off of their extensive list, can't tell you which one i ordered, but i enjoyed it. the service was slightly slow, but it's ok because the ambiance and crowd were good. we got nachos, as there was a 1 food item minimum and enjoyed them thoroughly. highly recommend this place if you're looking for a bar around this area of saint laurent.",
        "great atmosphere, nice date place. good beer selection. my only qualms are that the service has been pretty bad on several of the occasions that i've been here, and you have to order food to drink ( although that's a pretty minor issue, as they have some cheap dishes to get around that ). i'd recommend if you're looking for something relaxed and don't mind waiting for service.",
        "nice ambience, i went for the samosas and pork and it was so good. pretty good service. definitely a place to eat and chill with friends.",
        "i feel torn about else's, i love the atmosphere and the fact that although it seems to be packed, there always seems to magically be place to sit. its a quite bar, low music, low lighting and a good selection of whiskey. but due to permits and licensing you have to order food in order to be served alcohol. they keep this because many of the patrons think its charming. you can order a small treat for about 4 dollars. the first time i went only 1or 2 people in our group got food and it was fine, the last time i visited they made everyone order. if it wasnt for that small rule i would visit more often, especially since my favorite time for a drink is after dinner.",
        "i really like the ambiance of this place and the hot apple cider is amazing! the food is what you'd expect for any bar. in all it is definitely worth a visit.",
        "great neighbourhood bar / tapas place to take a date. the vibe inside is really cool and the wait staff is super friendly. amazing scotch / wine list and a really cool inexpensive tapas style menu with about 10 - 15 items that always change. they have meat and vegetarian options and a couple great dessert options as well.",
    ],
    "summary": "a hidden gem in montreal, this place has a dive bar feel despite its location. a pretty good selection of beers on tap and bottle, not an extensive list. the menu is a unique take on small plates and bar food with numerous vegetarian options. all the workers were friendly and helpful. the decoration was a little interesting but overall this was a great experience."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "haven't been here in a long time. we both had a burger and fries. burger was good, fries were excellent. while the service was fine, i couldn't help but notice how unhappy all the staff seemed. i don't usually notice that stuff, but once i did, i watched. very unhappy staff. makes you wonder why.",
        "came here twice : once for the wings buffet and once for entrees. i got a free appetizer the pulled pork over chips. and i got a steak medium rare. it was decent for good that isn't my favorite cuisine. everything is rich and saucy here. lots of cheese and flavors!",
        "i frequent this location in valley view fairly regularly. i like to go during football games after church. i must say, i think the atmosphere is great and the service is very good. i highly recommend the wings and the burgers are also very good, as are the onion rings. the bartenders are attentive and friendly, and again, it's a nice relaxing atmosphere.",
        "i do like the food here. some servers are very nice, some are clueless. the lunch buffet is strange. you have to order your wings anyhow they aren't on the buffet. kinda makes that pointless. strange procedure for gift cards at christmas time. if you are seating and eating, they won't just put the cards on your bill. they make you get in line like the people who walk in just to buy cards that are not even dining in. that is kinda rude. i am your dining guest, i should be getting service. aside from oddities like that the food is good. i do like the warm wet wipes!!",
        "food was really good. steak was amazing. our server was very nice and prompt. we'll definitely be coming back.",
        "great wings. nice outdoor patio. good and fast service.",
        "my husband and i are here twice this past week. once was on a weekday during the lunch buffet. we really enjoyed that and found it a good value. we loved taco day and thought it was nice to eat tacos and wings! we really liked the wing selection and it was cool to try all the sauces! my favorite? medium. i didn't like buckeye bbq. my husband loves any that are garlic. the salad bar was great. we enjoyed being able to have a fast lunch! our second trip was during the weekend they were a bit busier but we were still treated with the same friendly service. good was awesome! even our kids were happy. as always i love the atmosphere and the car decor. we will be back",
        "great wings, expensive but delicious. arizona ranch, hot, and louisiana lickers are my fav. they are pretty meaty as well. the other food is alright, nothing too special. if you are a wing fanatic like me, then this is a must try. they do have a day where is is all you can eat for a price, might be a nice way to try all the flavors and see what your fav will be.",
    ],
    "summary": "food is very good. bike night is a must at this place. what fun. i have done the lunch buffet on a few occasions and i really enjoy the wings. nice sports bar but yet a good family place you can take the kids too. also its cool to walk in and see tv's in the floor. that is a cool feature."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i frequent this location in valley view fairly regularly. i like to go during football games after church. i must say, i think the atmosphere is great and the service is very good. i highly recommend the wings and the burgers are also very good, as are the onion rings. the bartenders are attentive and friendly, and again, it's a nice relaxing atmosphere.",
        "i miss my fort wayne hot wings and qs & l's louisiana lickers hot sauce is as close as i've come to those juicy nuggets of goodness. though some seating is rather chilly when the cold air rushes in with the door open, there are cozy seats to be found in the winter and there is also a lunch buffet for those that enjoy buffets. the first recent visit here we had over the top service and last time a quieter, yet still ( if not more ) efficient server. the fried pickles are full spears, the pretzels are delish, and the boneless wings aren't overly breaded. they're starting to become a favorite!",
        "went their during national wings day. their buffet was full of great wings and other items to justify the price. the atmosphere is superb as a sports. the other food options are available that are incredibly good and worth are affordable",
        "i do like the food here. some servers are very nice, some are clueless. the lunch buffet is strange. you have to order your wings anyhow they aren't on the buffet. kinda makes that pointless. strange procedure for gift cards at christmas time. if you are seating and eating, they won't just put the cards on your bill. they make you get in line like the people who walk in just to buy cards that are not even dining in. that is kinda rude. i am your dining guest, i should be getting service. aside from oddities like that the food is good. i do like the warm wet wipes!!",
        "if i could give it no stars right now i would. it's not that busy and i have been sitting here for 20 minutes when i was seated and haven't spoken or seen a soul. no drink. no order. nothing. on the plus side, after i called the manager, i did get my meal paid for so... they did do that at least. thanks mike. that's service.",
        "very cool decor ( motorcycles hanging from the ceiling! ), food came out quickly and was good ( onion rings ), wide selection of beer. waitress was friendly and attentive. all in all recommended. they have lots of specials ( half - price appetizers, buffets, etc. ) so check out the schedule for deals.",
        "food is very good. bike night is a must at this place. what fun. i have done the lunch buffet on a few occasions and i really enjoy the wings. nice sports bar but yet a good family place you can take the kids too. also its cool to walk in and see tv's in the floor. that is a cool feature.",
        "stopped by after riding the cuyahoga valley national railroad. they weren't to busy, plenty if parking, got seated right away. we ended up getting the buffet..... what a mistake. hamburgers were disgusting and dried out, hot dogs weren't any better. the salad bar was ok. the wings were all right. if i go again, i will stick to ordering from the menu.",
    ],
    "summary": "great wings, expensive but delicious. arizona ranch, hot, and louisiana lickers are my fav. they are pretty meaty as well. the other food is alright, nothing too special. if you are a wing fanatic like me, then this is a must try. they do have a day where is is all you can eat for a price, might be a nice way to try all the flavors and see what your fav will be."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "hidden little gem if you're looking for an amazing teriyaki bowl! dont let the simplicity of the restaurant appearance fool you. i've been here twice and both times did not disappoint. i ordered both beef and shrimp bowls with a side of shrimp tempura. the beef is actually steak! the portion is large and prices are extremely reasonable. everything is seasoned perfectly. the side salad is a perfect addition with a mouth watering ginger dressing. the tempura shrimp so yummy! better than many restaurants that charge double the price. dont forget to scoop up a little side of pickled ginger and garlic puree sauce!",
        "phenomenal! try your ramen ( tonkatsu for me ) spicy, but only if you are really ready for the heat. the chicken katsu curry was excellent, and portion size was more than generous. tofu katsu curry was just as tasty. what it may lack in atmosphere, tokyo cafe is an incredible find. perfect lunch or early dinner choice.",
        "great little place for great ramen. close to work so i just pop in order my food and off i go. very fast service. the ramen has so much noodles and it's so delish. i always get the miso ramen. this time i'm trying the curry udon. so good!!",
        "chicken katsu curry and chicken teriyaki were so tasty. large portions. food came out quick. good quality. friendly staff. can't wait to try the ramen next!",
        "this place is so good. simple menu with quality food and good service. my boyfriend got a beef teriyaki bowl and i got a chicken teriyaki bowl and it was really really really good. i came with a small salad and like i said the customer service was really good. they had other items to that i also saw that other people had that looks really tasty look like good food look like it taste good.",
        "what a nice surprise fresh delicious and fast. teriyaki bowl, ramen, chicken curry all top notch. would definitely recommend.",
        "just found out about this place like 2 wks ago and have already went back a few times. the people are so nice who work there and you get a lot of food for your money. i've tried the chicken yakisoba, beef teriyaki and their fried rice ( with chicken and beef ). all of them were amazing! they all tasted so fresh. the veggies they use are definitely fresh. the beef and chicken they use are good quality / good cuts! they are not stingy at all with the meat! i don't have to wait long at all for it be ready. this is my new favorite place to go.",
        "the tonkotsu ramen is excellent. the katsu curry, teriyaki, tempura and gyoza were delicious as well. we were driving through las vegas and needed to stop for dinner. this place was perfect. we will come back the next time we are in town.",
    ],
    "summary": "this restaurant is visually seen from craig rd. can't miss it, lots of parking. the menu is simple and to the point. i was actually shocked about the prices especially with how large the portions are. def alot of bang for your buck. the food was really good. got a teriyaki bowl that came with a salad, and chicken katsu with medium curry. very friendly staff. you can dine in or carry out."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "good food and service. a bit pricey. 53 buck for 2a sandwiches and 2 beers",
        "great wings. nice outdoor patio. good and fast service.",
        "wings were great spicy and service was excellent at lunch. the onion rings are far better at hoggy's next door.",
        "service is good. onion rings are very good tried a few of their new bergers are above average. the louisiana bbq sauce great",
        "it's a ok place to eat. menu is always changing. would eat there again while waiting on the movie start",
        "i love qsl, the food the atmosphere and the service are always great. add to that a great kids menu and it's home run for the family.",
        "they have have live music every friday during the summer, i believe. this is a fun place to come to before or after a movie ( there's a nearby movie theatre ) to relax outside and enjoy drinks and music with good friends. gotta love their wings, too.",
        "the place itself is awesome with a great motorsports & vintage americana feel to it. but we had issues with the food : i got the ribs and boneless wings and my buddy had the crispy chicken wings. neither of us liked their food one bit and as a matter of fact we are both wide awake at 5am drinking alka seltzer and feeling sick. not good, especially when you consider that we've been on the road for one week already and still have one more to go...",
    ],
    "summary": "i come here often because every week there an event i come on bike nights and ride up with a some friends i ride with so i bring my 2015 gsxr 750 up for part of the event for people to check it out its also nice to be able to get some food and beers while these events are happening fyi i don't drink and ride i tend to love my life."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "food is very good. bike night is a must at this place. what fun. i have done the lunch buffet on a few occasions and i really enjoy the wings. nice sports bar but yet a good family place you can take the kids too. also its cool to walk in and see tv's in the floor. that is a cool feature.",
        "been here 4 times now. every time has been good. pork shank is excellent. open - faced pulled pork is good, but a bit salty. tacos are exceptional.",
        "great wings. nice outdoor patio. good and fast service.",
        "came here twice : once for the wings buffet and once for entrees. i got a free appetizer the pulled pork over chips. and i got a steak medium rare. it was decent for good that isn't my favorite cuisine. everything is rich and saucy here. lots of cheese and flavors!",
        "food was really good. steak was amazing. our server was very nice and prompt. we'll definitely be coming back.",
        "valley view qs & l around 2pm. wanted to enjoy a cold drink on a hot day. the outside bar / patio was open. service was pretty slow. no bartender outside so i had to wait for him to \" check up \" on me for a refill or food. i like the place however. they have live music and bike nights which is fun. just a bad day i guess.",
        "more tattoos than the holding tank in district 3 police department! almost as many harleys as sturgis! but as good a burger as your gonna get and a decent beer... there you go! oh and run into friends you haven't seen for some time is a pleasant bonus!!",
        "haven't been here in a long time. we both had a burger and fries. burger was good, fries were excellent. while the service was fine, i couldn't help but notice how unhappy all the staff seemed. i don't usually notice that stuff, but once i did, i watched. very unhappy staff. makes you wonder why.",
    ],
    "summary": "i stopped in after work for a couple beers and wings with some good friends. the beer was cold so kudos for that. the bartender was also cool so that helps. here's the thing, this used to be a wing place and now you can barely find them on the menu. i also got a pretzel that was loaded with some sort of liquid grease coating. i'll be back again but i never expect anything exciting here."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the lubeburger here was fantastic.... i was visiting family and the cleveland clinic for interviews. my uncle took me here and it has a great ambience ( i loved the 50's style car and bikes that pervaded the place and the gas / jukebox ). the service was friendly and the food came quickly. the lubeburger was great and probably one of the best burgers that i had in a long time.... it was a large meat patty, bleu cheese and a great collection of spices on it...",
        "best philly cheese steak outside of philly. best service from a bartender i've ever had. meeting me with a friendly handshake took me by surprise... and attention to details i never even thought of was flabergasting!",
        "food was really good. steak was amazing. our server was very nice and prompt. we'll definitely be coming back.",
        "excellent food i ordered wings and salad. wings crust and moist. the salad was fresh with dark greens excellent. i would recommend this restaurant. the drinks are well priced and well made",
        "i haven't been here in a while but stopped in after a movie. the service was outstanding from the moment we walked in the door until the moment we walked out the door. i was impressed with everything and the food was good. the manager stopped by our table to check on us and all of the employees seemed genuinely happy to be working there. great mojo!",
        "i am a frequent customer here and highly recommend the service, wings and beer. wings are a staple and always good. i would also recommend the lube burger or any burger for that matter. football sunday's are fun and there is always a good crowd.",
        "great food. shelly our server was very nice. food hot and fast. hostess was not very pleasant and didn't even smile. but we will be back.",
        "customer service great! while waiting the nice stuff gave me soft drinks and was very welcoming. very clean facility, i will be back just an asome experience!",
    ],
    "summary": "one of the places my fiancee and brother like to come for some chicken wings and beer. that's all we every get here. the beer and mixed drinks are always great. the atmosphere is cool and the wings are always great! we always try a new flavor when we come or use the take out window. it's nice that the waitresses never try to feel like you have to leave. definitely one of our go to spots."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "walked in with my father after seeing a movie next door. was greeted rudely by the first person at the register ; no eye contact was made and was pointed to the other side of the restaurant. waited with another couple for about 6 minutes without being acknowledged at all. was finally seated at the bar and received mediocre service. honestly really disappointed.",
        "horrible service. waited 40 mins yesterday for some food that was horrible and not prepared right. waited another 15 mins to talk to a manager. server said she couldn't find him. ended up leaving without even eating. not worth your time.",
        "this place is going down hill and fast. extremely long wait times, cold food, missing side - dishes. very poor quality of food mixed with an unfriendly staff left our family time ruined. did i mention we were celebeating my nephews high school graduation? we wasted time and memories we can never get back. we went home hungry. wrote to corporate and never heard back. not surprised highly disappointed.",
        "used to be great. after yesterday i give up. slooooooow almost non existent service. cold food. had to practically beg for every part of our meal. don't waste your money.",
        "what happened?? use to be a great place for bike night but the last few times have been terrible and very un organized!!! an hour to wait for a table, stale food pre cooked outside and the parking was terrible no roped off area for over flow like they used to have. won't be there much again for the price there is many better establishments such as winking lizard on the hill...",
        "we've dined in at this location 2 times, mostly due to convenience, not because the food is all that good. my husband and i received a gift card, and this particular night we wanted to try the order online and pick up option. we showed up 20 minutes later, like the website told us to, they seemed confused, and then we waited over 30min to get our food! we honestly think they started our order once we showed up, even though they had it in their system. then when we got home the order wasn't even right ( we didn't check on location because we were starving and ready to get out. ) they didn't even apologize. never again.",
        "$ 7. 99 for a \" pound \" ( 6 ) of regular wings? wtf?? could six wings even weigh a pound before cooking?? took 45 minutes to get the food we ordered and the place wasn't that busy on a thursday evening. small portions and fish was over - cooked. drink was served in small plastic cup. overall bad experience. server was friendly and apologetic, and he did take 20 % off of the order without us having to ask, but won't be going back to any qs & l. note : wednesday is \" bike night \", so if you like the loud, obnoxious sound of motorcycles while you eat or drink, this is the place for you!",
        "was there last night 2 / 17 / 18, nachos soggy, wings undercooked even though i asked for crispy. received a shot of jameson in a wet dirty glass. the floor was filthy with food, utensils, and grime.",
    ],
    "summary": "the service here is so incredibly slooowwww i don't understand how they stay in business. i've never not waited what seemed like an eternity to get my order. half the tume the order is so messed up someone has to wait even longer and food must be sent back. we just waited 15 minutes in this mostly empty place for drinks before getting up and leaving for good. note that other quaker steaks are no where near this bad. this location needs an overhaul."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is great, the ramen is fantastic and the price is right. i cant say much about the other dishes other than i tried the katsu and it was ok and had great curry sauce that came with it.. i say only ok because its not my thing. but i have tried the three ramens which are miso, shuyo, and tonkatsu which by far is my favorite. i usually always get the ramen spicy and it chokes me up from time to time. the owners are fantastic and they work everyday and have a passion for the business. they also offer specialty drinks such as boba, tea and other import sugary beverages and coffee.",
        "this place really is a 3. 5 star restaurant. it wasn't spectacular but it wasn't bad, i would definitely come back again. i just don't understand the 4. 5 star rating? we got the tonkatsu ramen and the pork tonkatsu curry. they were both good just nothing special. the cha shu in the ramen was really good just kinda thin and the soup was good too. the curry itself was good as well and surprisingly very spicy! i usually ask for spicy curry and it's just ok spicy but this was on fire. this place is definitely worth a try especially since it's very well priced.",
        "i'm rating this place 5 stars because there's literally nothing to complain about. just the fact that we finally have a good japanese ramen / curry / boba cafe in north vegas is reason enough lol. i ordered the fried gyoza and edamame as appetizers, tonkatsu ramen for myself and chicken katsu curry for my boyfriend, and two thai teas. total was $ 27 and got another free order of fried gyzoza for spending over $ 25. nothing is pricey and all portions are huge. service was great as well.",
        "i am really excited about this new establishment! previous businesses in this space have not made it but i have hope for this one. no other restaurant like it in the area. simple japanese dishes and ramen. the atmosphere and decor resemble a place for a quick bite, very casual and bright. i ordered the tonkatsu ramen and was very pleased! the broth was delightful, pork was extremely tender and flavorful. the prices are comparable to other ramen places. it's hard to find good places to eat in this area, this one is a keeper.",
        "went here based off of the reviews and i wasn't disappointed! ramen was delish!!! way better han other spots i've been to in town. it's close to my house so that is a plus! as its getting colder outside, it's nothing like having a hot bowl of ramen to hit ya belly! prices are reasonable too and won't break the bank!! this spot is legit.",
        "love their curry sauce and tonkatsus. their ramen is not the greatest but it is good. i will come back to this place when i don't feel like cooking and craving for tonkatsus and ramen. price and servings are great!",
        "this place is a hidden gem! i just moved to the north side of town and all my ramen joints are so far away... i saw this on yelp and decided to give it a shot. so far, i am impressed. it's not the most beautiful building but the staff is always on point, and i love the quality / favors of the food. my favorite is the tonkotsu ramen. i always order it extra spicy... it comes super duper spicy and i love it! usually places are afraid to make things that spicy especially when a 120 pound asian women is ordering it. we've ordered the soba noodles and shrimp tempura. everything we've tried has been great!",
        "fried rice is killer. service and speed are top - notch. other family ordered ramen and the ramen is also amazing - - the broth is rich, the flavor is nuanced and deep, and the noodles have just the right texture. tempura is also extremely well made, and for all parts the portions are generous, for a really cost effective price would love to come back again when in the area!",
    ],
    "summary": "i have been craving ramen for quite some time and tokyo cafe has proven they are experts in their craft. they have a miso, soy and pork base broth to chose from and then you get to select any extras. the bowls are huge, the meat is tender and the ramen is seasoned to perfection. definitely worth stopping by."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my husband and i are here twice this past week. once was on a weekday during the lunch buffet. we really enjoyed that and found it a good value. we loved taco day and thought it was nice to eat tacos and wings! we really liked the wing selection and it was cool to try all the sauces! my favorite? medium. i didn't like buckeye bbq. my husband loves any that are garlic. the salad bar was great. we enjoyed being able to have a fast lunch! our second trip was during the weekend they were a bit busier but we were still treated with the same friendly service. good was awesome! even our kids were happy. as always i love the atmosphere and the car decor. we will be back",
        "excellent food i ordered wings and salad. wings crust and moist. the salad was fresh with dark greens excellent. i would recommend this restaurant. the drinks are well priced and well made",
        "quaker steak & lube has been a favorite of mine for some time now. unfortunately the local \" lube \" in pleasant hills, pa has been closed for a while. the good news is that when given the opportunity to visit another location i definitely do! the independence location offered up an perfectly prepared \" lube burger \" with everything. everything includes american cheese, bacon, hot sauce, & mushrooms. a side of dusted mango - habanero wings with carrots, celery and ranch dressing rounded out the meal. in my opinion qsl has the best burgers and wings out there.",
        "food was really good. steak was amazing. our server was very nice and prompt. we'll definitely be coming back.",
        "great service food was delicious the bartender chad is amazing great service fast definitely knows what he is doing",
        "quaker steak and lube is my new favorite place to go for wings. they have a large menu and offer a myriad of appetizers, entrees, and dessert. this independence location is huge! there are two bars and plenty of dinning area seating. i chose to sit at the bar to watch the cavs game. i was pleasantly surprised that on friday night they have $ 3. 50 long islands! if you like long islands i recommend getting one, they were very strong. the bartender was nice and offered suggestions for menu items. we ended up taking her advice for the wing sauce and ordering nachos. the food was soooo good and we were very satisfied with the meal. i recommend quaker steak and lube. two thumbs up.",
        "haven't been here in a long time. we both had a burger and fries. burger was good, fries were excellent. while the service was fine, i couldn't help but notice how unhappy all the staff seemed. i don't usually notice that stuff, but once i did, i watched. very unhappy staff. makes you wonder why.",
        "best philly cheese steak outside of philly. best service from a bartender i've ever had. meeting me with a friendly handshake took me by surprise... and attention to details i never even thought of was flabergasting!",
    ],
    "summary": "i haven't been here in a while but stopped in after a movie. the service was outstanding from the moment we walked in the door until the moment we walked out the door. i was impressed with everything and the food was good. the manager stopped by our table to check on us and all of the employees seemed genuinely happy to be working there. great mojo!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "honestly, nice people, decent decor but not worth a visit. at the risk of sounding arrogant, i know great sushi, and sushi couture is not great. it's average at best. oh, and the service is equally not great. if you want great sushi at a great price in that neighborhood, go to sushi on bloor or sushi generation.",
        "although the service was poor, no tea refills, and the restaurant was not even busy, the chirashi was good. white tuna sashimi was prepared really well - different from other japanese restaurants.",
        "the lesson here is you get what you pay for. we got the lunch combos here, and everything was okay ( not great, but okay considering how inexpensive it was ). what was not okay is that the chicken karagge was not karagge at all but some sort of cheap, frozen, store - bought chicken nuggets. we paid extra $ 2 for this \" karagge \" combo and it is definitely false advertising. on the plus side, our server was very friendly and sweet.",
        "fair food but kinda pricey. good service. not sure if i'd go back. toronto has lots of better japanese food for this price range.",
        "expectations were a little low going in. sunday night. unknown neighborhood in unknown town, somewhere in canada. place was not busy. pleasantly surprised! waiter was spot on with everything, very knowledgeable, good recommendations. the fish was really really good, we loved the sea bream. rolls decent, had the spicy tuna and the rainbow. thought value was decent, two people, two drinks, nigiri and maki, was ~ $ 70, believe that makes it $ $ $ highly recommended.",
        "this place was excellent. they had great sushi and didn't mind substitutions for vegetarians. the greatest thing was the sushi that was brought out on the house. it had grilled salmon on top of it and was kind of like a special roll like the dragon roll. it was amazing, really the highlight of the place since i ordered the typical california roll and salmon rolls.",
        "sushi couture signature roll was delicious, but udon tasted like little sour. they seemed to use very clean oil for tempura, but tempura was soaked oil too much. i like their scallop on the shell that was very soft and flavourful. overall, they are quite pricy for the portion and quality of food. i am not sure coming back.",
        "best sushi on maki mile! service can be slow, but they try and they're nice. there is attention to detail and the ratio of fish to rice is where it should be, ie, more fish than sushi. also they use a good grade of rice.",
    ],
    "summary": "have been here 3 times. first time, food was very good, service was awful. second time, food was good, service was awful. third time, food was mediocre, service was awful. there's not going to be a fourth time. i admit that they have some items on the menu that are nice and that are different from other sushi restaurants. i enjoy getting to try new things. but if your service is going to be bad, you've got to provide consistently special food. this place just doesn't do that."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "hey guys, i've had a chance to come here with coworkers and by myself a few times, and have always been impressed with the freshness of the fish, prices and atmosphere. this is hands down the best sushi place in the area. the one downer is that the staff has a tendency to bring out the food at different times so you can expect to wait 15 minutes between the first and last dishes arriving at the table. overall, i totally recommend it.",
        "hands down the best sushi in the neighbourhood, and some of the best sushi in town. an especially welcome relief from the staggering number of mediocre ( and worse! ) sushi joints in the annex. a little pricey, but so are most things in that neighborhood. the fish is invariably fresh, delicate, prepared innovatively and with flourish. have been going there regularly for years, and have never been disappointed. great service, and fantastic deep booths in the back to hide in from the maddening crowds of drunken u of t undergrads.",
        "one of the best sushi place in toronto. i would highly recommend the spicy maki set. the fish is consistently extremely fresh and flavourful with nice presentation. hands down the best flavoured butterfish and salmon i have ever had and only a few dollars more than the other sushi joints in the area. the rolls are not too ricey, which allows you to taste more of the fish. the restaurant has an intimate vibe with very friendly and attentive staff. a must try if you are looking for delicious quality sushi vs. quantity.",
        "come here regularily for the most fresh and best sashimi. service can be hit / miss at times, but food quality is the highest. had a friend that worked in the fish business and sushi couture is one of the few that will order the highest quality fish, with regular deliveries ( i. e. always fresh ). freshness is key. had 8 course omakase on more than one occasion, i would highly recommend it. 2. 5 - 3 hours of beautiful and tasty sushi, sashimi and japanese eats.",
        "hands down the best sushi in the city. their tataki is mind - blowing, the spicy tuna is incredible and everything is well worth the slightly higher cost. brilliant! the chef takes such masterful care in all aspects of his dishes that they are not only delicious but also beautiful to look at.",
        "visited sushi couture recently for the second time, and enjoyed the most delicious sushi and maki. the rolls were melt in your mouth delicious. the freshest, most flavourful fish and skillfully assembled rolls. by far the most delicious and freshest sushi i've had in a while.",
        "i've tried alot of the lunch specials on bloor street and i would say sushi couture has my favorite. they do a butter yaki roll ( 8pc ) with an option of an additional 6pc of mango / avocado roll or a dessert ice cream. it comes with a soup and a choice of drink. for me this is preferable over the lettuce heavy salads that are offered at other joints. the sushi quality at sushi couture is also superb. i feel like the atmosphere inside the restaurant is super inviting and i would eat in if i had the time every lunch. the staff are super friendly and if you are a regular they will recognize you!",
        "expectations were a little low going in. sunday night. unknown neighborhood in unknown town, somewhere in canada. place was not busy. pleasantly surprised! waiter was spot on with everything, very knowledgeable, good recommendations. the fish was really really good, we loved the sea bream. rolls decent, had the spicy tuna and the rainbow. thought value was decent, two people, two drinks, nigiri and maki, was ~ $ 70, believe that makes it $ $ $ highly recommended.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is by far the best sushi in annex, among the sea of mediocre, rice overstuffed sushi in the area. very pleasant staff. but the fresh beautiful fish and the maki rolls are what you come here for. now offering a menu of specials for dinner, also a better value than before. i've never been disappointed. must try is he sushi dinner and some of the specialty rolls."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "worst tortilla soup i've ever had... but two stars for the free chips and salsa.",
        "my boyfriend and i were visiting from california and decided to have dinner here last night. we ordered chips, salsa, guacamole, skinny margarita, fish tacos, and carne asada. sorry to say but the food including the drink was sub - par basically lacking flavor and the margarita was watered down. the fish tacos are a tad bit sweet and i have to admit the rice was really good.",
        "eww.. grose. food was mediocre at best. the restaurant is beautiful though. i felt sorry for our poor waitress, she couldn't get the cork out of our $ 60 bottle of wine. we had to do it ourselves and keep from getting the cork tidbits outta the wine. won't be back...",
        "came to this place to show some friends, from jersy, a good time and good food.... you failed me black chili grill. the service sucked, our server had attitude and went awol... had to go find her to place the order. the only good thing, to a slight degree, the food but not enough to make me come back again... ever. the place wasn't even busy when we arrived @ 7pm nor did it get busy by the time we left. it was embarrassing to have this sort of service when taking friends here for the first time. shame on owner and management. for being a new restaurant, located at the biltmore, you certainly would not pass the standards set by gordon ramsey.",
        "stopped in here for lunch with my brother in law as we had heard good things and the place looked higher end. we sampled a few selections from the happy hour menu. the food looked like it was prepared in the kitchen of a broke college student. cheap ingredients and lackluster preparation. i don't know why other reviews are so positive... beer is good... but where is it not good? that shouldn't be the barometer of a quality dining experience.",
        "eh... would be great mexican food in oklahoma city or ohio, not phoenix. would be like eating at bucca de beppo in little italy. my 13. 00 top shelf marg was so sweet i could barely drink it. pork was good but tasted like bar - b - q not carnitas. for a chain go to chipotle, for the real thing go to barrio cafe. bright spot was tomatillo salsa, very good.",
        "i was pretty hopeful about this place but was a little disappointed. it was good but not great. it was a good place to take my parent but i won't come back. dislikes : the dishes are not very creative. lots of meat and no veggies. food was too rich, no light options on menu. salsa was plain. salmon was a bit fishy likes : the sangria was fizzy which was fun, elote corn was very tasty, beans and rice were tasty and well seasoned",
        "seriously the most bland mexican food i have ever had. none of m y friends were happy with their meals. i almost wished we could leave and grab something at chipotle instead. also, everything on the menu was overpriced. definitely will not be going back.",
    ],
    "summary": "i've always said if the guacamole, chips and salsa aren't good, the food is not likely to be good either. i was right, guacamole was not very good at all, same with the salsa. rest of the food was just okay but for a restaurant in the biltmore i expected so much better. just as a note, when it comes to mexican food, i'm super critical. this place will probably get a higher ratings from people of the midwest."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "out of all of the sushi i have tasted in toronto, this place is by far the best. each time i come back, ken and his staff continuously serve me exquisite and delicious sushi far beyond my expectations. the dragon maki and the signature roll are my absolute favorite, but after trying many others such as the yummy maki and their delicious appetizers, i have come to conclude that i really enjoy a majority of the menu. appetizers are great and the dessert is unique - green tea cheesecake is especially good! there is really no disappointing me when i dine here. they offer a wide variety of sushi types and there is always very friendly and fast service every time i have gone! : )",
        "expectations were a little low going in. sunday night. unknown neighborhood in unknown town, somewhere in canada. place was not busy. pleasantly surprised! waiter was spot on with everything, very knowledgeable, good recommendations. the fish was really really good, we loved the sea bream. rolls decent, had the spicy tuna and the rainbow. thought value was decent, two people, two drinks, nigiri and maki, was ~ $ 70, believe that makes it $ $ $ highly recommended.",
        "come here regularily for the most fresh and best sashimi. service can be hit / miss at times, but food quality is the highest. had a friend that worked in the fish business and sushi couture is one of the few that will order the highest quality fish, with regular deliveries ( i. e. always fresh ). freshness is key. had 8 course omakase on more than one occasion, i would highly recommend it. 2. 5 - 3 hours of beautiful and tasty sushi, sashimi and japanese eats.",
        "been here about four times and i have no idea why this place is so quiet. maybe too pricey for the hood? worth it to me! the staff are adorably sweet, and the butter yaki maki special is a delight for all senses! solidly done miso soup too. the green tea cheesecake and illy coffee that came with are ( admittedly unusual for a sushi resto ) a lovely treat! a booth in the back is my secret hiding place to get some work done over said coffee. no one minds me hanging out!",
        "i was really looking forward to a place called blowfish but it was closed, since it was a holiday weekend and a sunday many of my friends suggestions were dead - ends. we luckily found this gem hidden in a block of bad looking sushi spots - don't let the bad name fool you this place serves great fresh fish and the sushi chef is creative. the butter fish and hamachi both were great - the rolls were good and the spicy salmon was not heavy on the mayo - we also tried the tempora and gave this good marks. the miso was also good. they have sapporo on tap. enjoy.",
        "best sushi on the bloor annex strip. apparently the chef at sushi couture used to be at japango ( which is also excellent compared to your standard toronto sushi joint ) - it shows. sashimi dinner - yes. sashimi don - yes. signature sushi couture roll - yes. nasu dengaku - yes. the name of the restaurant ( a play on juicy couture i'm assuming? ) - no. but if this is one of the worst things about sushi couture, i think it's safe to give it 4 / 5 stars.",
        "best sushi on maki mile! service can be slow, but they try and they're nice. there is attention to detail and the ratio of fish to rice is where it should be, ie, more fish than sushi. also they use a good grade of rice.",
        "hands down the best sushi in the neighbourhood, and some of the best sushi in town. an especially welcome relief from the staggering number of mediocre ( and worse! ) sushi joints in the annex. a little pricey, but so are most things in that neighborhood. the fish is invariably fresh, delicate, prepared innovatively and with flourish. have been going there regularly for years, and have never been disappointed. great service, and fantastic deep booths in the back to hide in from the maddening crowds of drunken u of t undergrads.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place was excellent. they had great sushi and didn't mind substitutions for vegetarians. the greatest thing was the sushi that was brought out on the house. it had grilled salmon on top of it and was kind of like a special roll like the dragon roll. it was amazing, really the highlight of the place since i ordered the typical california roll and salmon rolls."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went there with friends on friday night. the lightly torched rolls were good. the mackerel and hamachi sashimi were good too. the sushi pizza came in segments each in paper cups similar to those for dessert items. pleasant but not outstanding food. price was reasonable. the negative was the service. very slow. tables were not cleared and it looked messy. the restaurant was perhaps only 2 / 3 full yet service was still at a snails pace. one final negative there was a mindlessly repetitive discordant soundtrack. that plus the at times loud fellow diners made for a far from enjoyable evening",
        "sushi restaurants are dime a dozen on bloor street. looking at the ratings on yelp they all range from 3 stars to 3. 5 stars, which tells us they are not terrible but they aren't excellent either. during my ut student years, which i still am, i pretty much tried all of them but just like the ratings nothing was memorable. but this restaurant is my favourite. sushi is usually very fresh, interior is nice and service is good. i like the rolls as they are not salty. and sashimi dinner is a good choice too. tempuras and udons are alright. but this restaurant isn't open late unlike new generation across the street.",
        "out of all of the sushi i have tasted in toronto, this place is by far the best. each time i come back, ken and his staff continuously serve me exquisite and delicious sushi far beyond my expectations. the dragon maki and the signature roll are my absolute favorite, but after trying many others such as the yummy maki and their delicious appetizers, i have come to conclude that i really enjoy a majority of the menu. appetizers are great and the dessert is unique - green tea cheesecake is especially good! there is really no disappointing me when i dine here. they offer a wide variety of sushi types and there is always very friendly and fast service every time i have gone! : )",
        "been here about four times and i have no idea why this place is so quiet. maybe too pricey for the hood? worth it to me! the staff are adorably sweet, and the butter yaki maki special is a delight for all senses! solidly done miso soup too. the green tea cheesecake and illy coffee that came with are ( admittedly unusual for a sushi resto ) a lovely treat! a booth in the back is my secret hiding place to get some work done over said coffee. no one minds me hanging out!",
        "really good sushi restaurant in the annex. lunch specials are amazing value, and you get much better quality rolls than at the better know cheap sushi restaurants in the area. very interesting and well put together rolls. the sushi couture make was a hit! and bonus : if you don't want the dessert as part of the lunch special, you can have an additional maki roll!",
        "come here regularily for the most fresh and best sashimi. service can be hit / miss at times, but food quality is the highest. had a friend that worked in the fish business and sushi couture is one of the few that will order the highest quality fish, with regular deliveries ( i. e. always fresh ). freshness is key. had 8 course omakase on more than one occasion, i would highly recommend it. 2. 5 - 3 hours of beautiful and tasty sushi, sashimi and japanese eats.",
        "one of the best sushi place in toronto. i would highly recommend the spicy maki set. the fish is consistently extremely fresh and flavourful with nice presentation. hands down the best flavoured butterfish and salmon i have ever had and only a few dollars more than the other sushi joints in the area. the rolls are not too ricey, which allows you to taste more of the fish. the restaurant has an intimate vibe with very friendly and attentive staff. a must try if you are looking for delicious quality sushi vs. quantity.",
        "expectations were a little low going in. sunday night. unknown neighborhood in unknown town, somewhere in canada. place was not busy. pleasantly surprised! waiter was spot on with everything, very knowledgeable, good recommendations. the fish was really really good, we loved the sea bream. rolls decent, had the spicy tuna and the rainbow. thought value was decent, two people, two drinks, nigiri and maki, was ~ $ 70, believe that makes it $ $ $ highly recommended.",
    ],
    "summary": "some of the best sushi i have ever had! not too much rice and really quality ingredients. i hardly even needed the soy sauce, the sushi was so good. my server was fantastic as well. some of the best service i have ever received. she was so sweet and made me feel comfortable. the price was really good too! i had such a good experience here. i'll definitely be coming back."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is a ways from all the lights and glitz of the strip but the buffet is not bad at all. it's actually pretty good. i've been here about three times before over the last couple years. it's no wynn but nothing is. i'll definitely be back though. if it's not because of the food. it's because my aunt lives literally across the street from the casino and my cousins play there all the time. lol",
        "this was a decent buffet. my friend told me to go for lunch right before they change to dinner. and youll get the dinner buffet at the lunch price. the waiter was friendly. it did take the host a while to come back after i paid the cashier to seat me. but she seemed stretched a little thin with her duties i will be back again to eat here. usually my biggest complaint and a buffet is how they never keep my soda refilled. i didnt have that complaint here. he cleared the table of empty plates and made sure we didnt have empty drink cups.",
        "very good buffet value here. all you can eat of course and the shrimp is to die for. saddle up $ 15 and grub like there is no jenny craig!",
        "they made a complete turnaround. their food is great now. they have so much to choose from and it is at great temps. they make very good chipped beef on the bruch would recommend now",
        "not my first time here.... but today the food was delicious!!!! fresh fried catfish, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese all good. my honey had oxtails and dirty rice, he said it was all well seasoned. this is usually a last resort spot but today it was the best choice. hats off to the chef today!",
        "my family and i went to the cannery buffet for thanksgiving, the food there was so tasty. we had a party of 20 and everyone enjoyed the food.",
        "i love it here, the food is always fresh and tastes good its not bland at all. my favorite thing to eat is the pozole ( not bad for not being home made ) the only thing that's a bit inconvenient is that you only get a discount on 2 people with the players card and that they have no special kids pricing so i paid the same price for my 2 year old as i paid for myself. the waiters are always nice and the place is always clean.",
        "cannery row buffet on boulder is one of those hapless buffets vegas is famous for these days. if u r on a tight budget n r not very picky of what goes in your mouth. u might consider of giving this place a chance! i hate to admit it! some of their dishes r quite sensational. but that is just my opinion!",
    ],
    "summary": "me and my family have eaten here several times. they have food from different countries. the price is very good for all you can eat. it is not fine dining it is buffet style. the place is clean and the staff do their job. i have seen several reviews that say the food is not at the right temperature and that is simply not the case the food is always prepared as it should be."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have are at most of the buffets in vegas and this one was the worst. i was in on a sunday 2pm, nothing on the carving station. breakfast was all dried up, not much to pick from. stay away",
        "well, this gets average rating at best. don't get it when they put forth the effort and fail so short. is it that much harder to make it better? back to square one for them. hopefully with the recent sale in the works for the cannery, it will get better.",
        "not that good, it was too pricey. i rather go to texas boulder or even santafe station buffet",
        "don't eat hear. just had prime rib and shrimp day. then went to have some desert and there was a cockroach running around the pies so gross!! told the manager and she said that they spread and they are coming out of their hiding place. i will never go back!!!!!! eat at your own risk!!!!",
        "we went here for lunch and it was \" ok \". price is around $ 10 but for the same price i'd rather go to boulder or sunset station. we went here because we had watched a movie and decided to have lunch here afterwards. there's really not much to choose from. actual dishes where flavorless. this won't be my first choice buffet and probably won't come here again for lunch. maybe dinner is different.",
        "i know i say sometimes you need a buffet... well this is the exception. luckily i went for sunday brunch, that gave it the extra star. made to order omelets and however else you want the egg cooked saved my experience. the food was just gross. dried up and tasteless even with all the salt. i stuck to the breakfast items and was okay with that. no extra charges for coffee which was nice. guess you can have champagne at the brunch but i dont touch thay stuff.",
        "this buffet is still as bad as it's been forever.... it's basically the same old same old each and every day. my partner and i tried their prime rib & shrimp buffet one thursday night. the prime rib was rare, the way i like it, but it had no marbling in it - it was tougher than a piece of leather. and the shrimp? all they had was old, cold burned and extra crunchy fried shrimp, peel & eat shrimp and popcorn shrimp - not much of a vegas \" feast. \" cannery buffet is extraordinarily over priced for what they offer! for $ 13. 99, we probably would've been better off going to golden corral!",
        "it's about 13. 00 for two people with the buy one get one monthly coupon and the players card. the food is bad but you get what you pay for!",
    ],
    "summary": "i don't mean to be rude, but service here is just appalling. the cashiers and hosts were not so accommodating. i get that some parties are large, but they don't have to talk about the customers right when they walk away to other workers. i don't recommend going here if you want to be treated unfairly."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "edited apr 13 / 2014 - no more brown rice. : o ( visited kinjo today and found out that the restaurant now has brown rice sushi for an additional 10 % more for the price of the menu item. i'm happy to have found a sushi place that serves brown rice. yay! the food is always good here. wait service was a bit scattered. he gave me the wrong bill and then forgot to give me my visa receipt after he asked me if i wanted one. go figure!",
        "the food was great and fresh. the photos are what i normally order for two people. they are also the only restaurant to offer sweet soya sauce. good value as fair as sushi restaurant go's. i have aways like this place.",
        "i love this place! the decor is very warm and modern. the restaurant is really huge so there is always enough seating for people even on busy weekends. the service is friendly and efficient and i really like the nice touch of humour from the staff. once you visit you'll definitely understand. the food is great, no complaints. usually every time i come here i get a complimentary plate of sushi to taste, which is awesome because this is how i found my favorite, the volcano roll. yum. i would definitely come back here, and i have been many times.",
        "great! i went there myself today because i wanna eat eel which i saw the attractive picture in yelp. i ordered three meals, and they all looked amazing. i'v upload the picture.",
        "amazing service! the food was awesome and the staff was amazing!! there was a server whose job was to bring around pokey to the tables and he was so friendly and enthusiastic. i got the philadelphia rolls, vegetable rolls, and the green tea ice cream and all were delicious! i would definitely come back next time i'm in calgary! they even gave us coupons for our next visit!! great atmosphere and i would recommend them to anyone : )",
        "great dining experience. the free appetizer 4 piece dish was a nice touch. sushi was high quality and in line with what i came to expect eating a lot of it in vancouver. much better than i expected for a sushi restaurant so far from the ocean. i'll be back!",
        "i was back again the other day for a super - fast lunch. i let them know when i came in that i was in a hurry and everyone from the host to the server made sure everything went smoothly. they brought me a sample plate before i could even fill in the sushi list. i kept it simple - some salmon sashimi and the special scallop sushi. fresh and fabulous when it came, paid the bill and i was out the door in 30 minutes! keep up the great teamwork kinjo!",
        "stopped in for lunch at the recommendation of another bc transplant and was suitably impressed. the salmon and tuna sashimi was very fresh. the other rolls were a little tiny for the price but i am slowly getting used not having cheap sushi on every street corner. everything tasted good. small but good. tried the soy wraps and the lobster one was tasty. one standout was the service - it was impressive. attentive and quick. plus all the ladies get a free box of pocky - nice gimmick that totally works on me.",
    ],
    "summary": "this restaurant has become one of my favorite sushi please in the nw. the service was good the couple of times that we've been here. the food was very good overall. their toro is also very good and real unlike some restaurants in town. prices are not too bad. how much you want to spend really depends on how much of an appetite you have. for quality food, i really don't mind spending the extra money."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "they made a complete turnaround. their food is great now. they have so much to choose from and it is at great temps. they make very good chipped beef on the bruch would recommend now",
        "this wasn't the best buffet in the world, but the price is right. it's somewhere around $ 15 to get in, which is reasonable as hell considering how much i eat. try the mussels, they're bomb. my friends and i went on father's day and there was unlimited beer. not a bad deal! like most buffets, you can get fresh roast beef sliced for yourself, so indulge. for breakfast, check out the omelettes ; they're huge. also mimosas in the morning!!",
        "best brunch buffet. all fresh, delicious. try their fresh omelet station and italian foods.. yum yum. best price and great customer service. got a glass of champagne too.",
        "this place is great for the price. it has a little of everything. the people are very friendly and the service is quick. if your looking for something off the strip this place is great.",
        "excellent service and excellent food! selection of food was better than your ordinary buffet. big thumbs up to the wonderful chefs at the cannery row buffet! can't wait to eat there again!",
        "this place is a ways from all the lights and glitz of the strip but the buffet is not bad at all. it's actually pretty good. i've been here about three times before over the last couple years. it's no wynn but nothing is. i'll definitely be back though. if it's not because of the food. it's because my aunt lives literally across the street from the casino and my cousins play there all the time. lol",
        "not my first time here.... but today the food was delicious!!!! fresh fried catfish, sweet potatoes, mac and cheese all good. my honey had oxtails and dirty rice, he said it was all well seasoned. this is usually a last resort spot but today it was the best choice. hats off to the chef today!",
        "our family arrived 10mins before brunch ended. the cashier assured us that there was still plenty of food for us but they won't be making more since they will be prepping for dinner entrees. but still paid for the brunch & proceeded to eat what was available. they had a wide variety of different ethnic foods. especially vegan options so i was grateful. our server was named tammie. she was very welcoming & tentative. we would definitely go back. thank you.",
    ],
    "summary": "most of the people on this page are over exaggerators. the food here is good. it may not be the best, but it is close to home and filled me up just right. the ham they have out is extremely delicious. the spaghetti and meatballs is great too. the pizza was great as well. it's all affordable. it may be a small food selection but it has huge capacity in seating and it's very comfy. also, the service is very friendly. wouldn't mind eating here again."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we always get free buffet coupons here. the salad bar is great. the entrees are ok. you get lucky sometimes when they have good seafood dishes. good selection of desserts. it's an ok place and if you eat for free its even better.",
        "service was excellent. food was mediocre, as in most buffets in vegas. i came on a friday night and all the food had been prepared hours before. the american section was all over salted. the cannery buffet on the north west side of town is the bomb. if i had a choice between eating here or golden corral, i'd choose golden corral. food is better quality there. i live in vegas and have eaten at lots of buffets. this one is better than most, but has a very limited selection. i can't even think of the best food on the menu because even the dessert bar was not that great.",
        "our family arrived 10mins before brunch ended. the cashier assured us that there was still plenty of food for us but they won't be making more since they will be prepping for dinner entrees. but still paid for the brunch & proceeded to eat what was available. they had a wide variety of different ethnic foods. especially vegan options so i was grateful. our server was named tammie. she was very welcoming & tentative. we would definitely go back. thank you.",
        "great selection of food. our kids enjoyed it as well. my salad wasn't great tho. that got like 2stars actually. but everything else was pretty good. we'll go back for sure.",
        "this was a decent buffet. my friend told me to go for lunch right before they change to dinner. and youll get the dinner buffet at the lunch price. the waiter was friendly. it did take the host a while to come back after i paid the cashier to seat me. but she seemed stretched a little thin with her duties i will be back again to eat here. usually my biggest complaint and a buffet is how they never keep my soda refilled. i didnt have that complaint here. he cleared the table of empty plates and made sure we didnt have empty drink cups.",
        "i took my mom to the cannery for her birthday she enjoyed the food selection. dessert was excellent.",
        "the was pretty good, as long as you're not expecting anything super fancy. my kids loved it!! the salad bar was fresh and there is a huge selection of food. i'd recommend going earlier for dinner. things were well stocked when we arrived, but looking a little thin by the time we left. ( kids didn't want to leave : ) the staff was really nice.",
        "cannery row buffet on boulder is one of those hapless buffets vegas is famous for these days. if u r on a tight budget n r not very picky of what goes in your mouth. u might consider of giving this place a chance! i hate to admit it! some of their dishes r quite sensational. but that is just my opinion!",
    ],
    "summary": "went to this buffet at 11am in the morning on a wednesday. the service was excellent the food was fresh. the representatives working there were very nice. its a cool place to have lunch. i would recommend this place for someone who likes a variety of different things. if you are in the area and want a decent lunch, this is a good place to go if you live nearby."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "just moved into the neighbourhood and i think i just found my go - to dinner place. really great service and atmosphere made the sushi taste all the more delicious. plus, $ 3. 50 pints every day of the week is pretty nice too. we went on sunday night with the snow flying outside, and still found the place to be packed. they were able to seat us right away since there were only 2 of us, but larger groups didn't have to wait long to be seated either. it's definitely a well - run establishment and i look forward to going back regularly whenever i get that sushi craving.",
        "this is probably the only place we have sushi in calgary. we like to go in or order over skip the dishes. the sushi is always very fresh and tasty. iv has a lot on the menu and have had no issues. it all is so delicious. service is very good in the restaurant and even on busy nights you get fast service.",
        "cheap, affordable and pretty dang good is called to my mind when thinking of kinjos. the food is brought extremely quickly in my opinion. the friendliness and helpfulness of servers helps sushi elite and beginners find and explore new items! my only complaint is that the menu is sometimes difficult to interpret and then mark down on your sheet. thankful every employee is helpful in pointing out where you can find an item on the list. this isn't going to be the best sushi you will ever have, but it'll be the best affordable sushi you've ever had.",
        "fave sushi location so far here in calgary! service is always prompt and friendly, fresh sushi and great appetizers good prices love the pocky you get in the end hehe!",
        "fantastic place. service is quick and staff are pleasant. draught beers are $ 3. 50 ( win ). the kimchi salad and deep fried squid legs are a must. place is always packed for dinner but worth the wait if there's a line.",
        "this is one of my favourite places to eat. tons of awesome choices, friendly staff, reasonable prices. we live in dalhousie and frequent kinjo.",
        "without a doubt the best sushi restaurant in calgary, as least nw calgary. the only time i've waited for a table was one time on a weekend. a large restaurant, they always seem to have a table ready. the food is creative and delicious. the restaurant is clean and modern. you can't go wrong.",
        "my boyfriend took me here on a casual date. i loved it. the food was good ( the green tea ice cream was amazing ) although it was pretty busy when i got in there, the food and portions were great and needless to say we had a great evening with full bellies",
    ],
    "summary": "i've never had a bad experience here. if you want to stay and have a long dinner, you can, if you want to be in and out in 40 minutes you can. they cater to whatever you need and the food is always quick. the atmosphere is great if you're not looking for something quiet as it can be noisy but the sushi is well worth it."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "worst... worst food / buffet i've ever had in vegas! keep in mind i'm a vegas local. never again. don't come here!!!! if i could have given zero star i would have! in the chicken dish and in the chicken soup, the off white meat had a tail attached to it",
        "for one... the serve was terrible. had to ask the server 3x for ketchup. could barely get refills and on top of all that, the food was cold. i will never go back there again. what a waste. told the manager.",
        "don't eat hear. just had prime rib and shrimp day. then went to have some desert and there was a cockroach running around the pies so gross!! told the manager and she said that they spread and they are coming out of their hiding place. i will never go back!!!!!! eat at your own risk!!!!",
        "absolutely the worst buffet! hoped to have a nice fatgers day breakfast with my family.... 9 : 30 a. m., $ 47. 55 for 2 adults, 1child. food was terrible and the cigarette smell over powered. never going back!!! sgould be no stars....",
        "awful. don't go for breakfast for sure. no meat to put in eggs or salad. i sampled several items & it was blah to gross. skip it. save your money & calories.",
        "yuck! this is the worst buffet i have ever had! fortunately i didn't get sick after eating there! all the food was cold, stale and old. even the desserts were stale and dry.",
        "this buffet is still as bad as it's been forever.... it's basically the same old same old each and every day. my partner and i tried their prime rib & shrimp buffet one thursday night. the prime rib was rare, the way i like it, but it had no marbling in it - it was tougher than a piece of leather. and the shrimp? all they had was old, cold burned and extra crunchy fried shrimp, peel & eat shrimp and popcorn shrimp - not much of a vegas \" feast. \" cannery buffet is extraordinarily over priced for what they offer! for $ 13. 99, we probably would've been better off going to golden corral!",
        "absolutely disgusting and ridiculously overpriced. horrible, very small selection. had a bad stomach ache after eating here. however, the server was very friendly and attentive. nonetheless, never again.",
    ],
    "summary": "this as to be the worst buffet we have ever eaten in. all the meat dishes were dry and tough. every dish and we do mean every dish was tasteless, there was no flavor. the cakes in the dessert bar were dry and actually hard. we would not eat here again, even if it was free. do yourself a great favor and stay away from this buffet."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "well my wife had won 2 free buffet tickets about a week ago. so we decided to go today tuesday for lunch since it's both our day off. we have been to this buffet about 3 other times and we like it the host are always on top of the drinks and the empty plates. the price went up a little but theres always coupons outhere. the food here is good i like that they have different kinds of food they got some seafood, salads, mexican, chinese, italian, american and dessert a little of everything. we haven't had any dinner here yet but there's always nextime.",
        "great food selection and freshness. the wait staff is fast and friendly. i'd have given it 5 stars if it was so full of smoke from the casino. maybe a vent system?",
        "great selection of food. our kids enjoyed it as well. my salad wasn't great tho. that got like 2stars actually. but everything else was pretty good. we'll go back for sure.",
        "sunday brunch with champagne is lit! get yourself the cannery club card and it gives you a discount price. there's a variety of food, but you do pay what you get ( 11. 00 buck buffet ) so the salad bar is fresh but may wanna grab the salt. the omelet line isn't that long, everyone seems to like it. coupons are always getting mailed if you have the c card!",
        "the was pretty good, as long as you're not expecting anything super fancy. my kids loved it!! the salad bar was fresh and there is a huge selection of food. i'd recommend going earlier for dinner. things were well stocked when we arrived, but looking a little thin by the time we left. ( kids didn't want to leave : ) the staff was really nice.",
        "remember folks this is a buffet and you pick what you want to eat. i go healthy and throw in a few ribs and chicken along the way. there is a decent variety to choose from. the buffet here is better than santa fe station when it comes to my soft spot... dessert!",
        "went to this buffet at 11am in the morning on a wednesday. the service was excellent the food was fresh. the representatives working there were very nice. its a cool place to have lunch. i would recommend this place for someone who likes a variety of different things. if you are in the area and want a decent lunch, this is a good place to go if you live nearby.",
        "great service, from the hole staff, our server was amazing!! and she made us feel like family..... delicious mimosas and the food was really good! pay with your players card, much more worth it!",
    ],
    "summary": "i've been here many times and the food is always pretty good. if you sign up for a players card you get a discount on the price of the buffet, it's free to sign up. they have a good variety of foods, american, asian, italian, hispanic. this is a good buffet because it's actually affordable with quality food plus you don't have to wait in a long line that goes around the building. there's also plenty parking so you're good."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great dining experience. the free appetizer 4 piece dish was a nice touch. sushi was high quality and in line with what i came to expect eating a lot of it in vancouver. much better than i expected for a sushi restaurant so far from the ocean. i'll be back!",
        "this is my absolute favourite restaurant. i'm there almost weekly for lunch or dinner ; many of the servers recognize me and my family. we always have a positive experience. even feeling like vips at times. i have never had a bad experience. usually when i go maddie is working and she is an amazing girl! she's so friendly and helpful.",
        "the sushi was amazing! the fish felt like it melts in your mouth. we were seated and you check of the list what items and how many you'd like. the servers here are really on top of it if you need help with anything. the servers are incredibly friendly, like to make you feel at home. there was someone going around passing pocky sticks out and they're for free, free is always great. the decor inside is very nice too. i'd recommend this place, they have pick up as well as skip the dishes service too.",
        "great! i went there myself today because i wanna eat eel which i saw the attractive picture in yelp. i ordered three meals, and they all looked amazing. i'v upload the picture.",
        "i love this place! the decor is very warm and modern. the restaurant is really huge so there is always enough seating for people even on busy weekends. the service is friendly and efficient and i really like the nice touch of humour from the staff. once you visit you'll definitely understand. the food is great, no complaints. usually every time i come here i get a complimentary plate of sushi to taste, which is awesome because this is how i found my favorite, the volcano roll. yum. i would definitely come back here, and i have been many times.",
        "fantastic place. service is quick and staff are pleasant. draught beers are $ 3. 50 ( win ). the kimchi salad and deep fried squid legs are a must. place is always packed for dinner but worth the wait if there's a line.",
        "this is my favorite restaurant! the food is amazing and service is very fast. lineups can be long around dinner but we've never had to wait for very long. food is served within minutes after ordering and the staff is very friendly. awesome place!",
        "honestly, i usually am not inclined to write reviews on businesses, but i was so blown away with this place that i needed to review. i was in town for the day, and wanted to go for sushi and when i stumbled upon kinjo i was amazed. we got free samples of various rolls, free edamame beans as well as a free dessert. our meal was very fast to arrive, the service was top notch and it only came out to under 20 dollars to be stuffed. don't miss out on this place, you need to go!",
    ],
    "summary": "without a doubt the best sushi restaurant in calgary, as least nw calgary. the only time i've waited for a table was one time on a weekend. a large restaurant, they always seem to have a table ready. the food is creative and delicious. the restaurant is clean and modern. you can't go wrong."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is my absolute favourite restaurant. i'm there almost weekly for lunch or dinner ; many of the servers recognize me and my family. we always have a positive experience. even feeling like vips at times. i have never had a bad experience. usually when i go maddie is working and she is an amazing girl! she's so friendly and helpful.",
        "i love this place! the decor is very warm and modern. the restaurant is really huge so there is always enough seating for people even on busy weekends. the service is friendly and efficient and i really like the nice touch of humour from the staff. once you visit you'll definitely understand. the food is great, no complaints. usually every time i come here i get a complimentary plate of sushi to taste, which is awesome because this is how i found my favorite, the volcano roll. yum. i would definitely come back here, and i have been many times.",
        "very good sushi here. restaurant has traditional japanese design, and at the same time is very modern and clean everywhere. staff is very nice here and comes quickly when you ask for service. food arrived pretty quickly even though the restaurant was full.",
        "i am absolutely in love with this place! i love the selection of food, the service is fast and friendly, and the ambience is hip and casual. we got seated right away and our order came in less than 10 minutes! our food was delicious and the price of the food was definitely affordable. i would drive 30 mins everyday to come eat here!",
        "kinjo... the macdonalds of sushi. featuring farmed salmon and touting themselves as serving the cheapest bluefin in town. the fact is, they're serving the only bluefin tuna in town because everyone else is aware that the bluefin tuna is not only endangered, but is a keystone animal. meaning, when they go, so do a whole host of other sea life. shame on you kinjo.",
        "always a good experience. crowded but ok. best kinjo location so far. fast service. good food. alain's recommended! ; )",
        "this restaurant has become one of my favorite sushi please in the nw. the service was good the couple of times that we've been here. the food was very good overall. their toro is also very good and real unlike some restaurants in town. prices are not too bad. how much you want to spend really depends on how much of an appetite you have. for quality food, i really don't mind spending the extra money.",
        "i was back again the other day for a super - fast lunch. i let them know when i came in that i was in a hurry and everyone from the host to the server made sure everything went smoothly. they brought me a sample plate before i could even fill in the sushi list. i kept it simple - some salmon sashimi and the special scallop sushi. fresh and fabulous when it came, paid the bill and i was out the door in 30 minutes! keep up the great teamwork kinjo!",
    ],
    "summary": "this is probably the only place we have sushi in calgary. we like to go in or order over skip the dishes. the sushi is always very fresh and tasty. iv has a lot on the menu and have had no issues. it all is so delicious. service is very good in the restaurant and even on busy nights you get fast service."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "it's about 13. 00 for two people with the buy one get one monthly coupon and the players card. the food is bad but you get what you pay for!",
        "i don't mean to be rude, but service here is just appalling. the cashiers and hosts were not so accommodating. i get that some parties are large, but they don't have to talk about the customers right when they walk away to other workers. i don't recommend going here if you want to be treated unfairly.",
        "really battling circus circus for the worst buffet in town. poor selection and food is not at all well prepared. cafe is better... but service in cafe is horrible. drive to downtown if you want a good buffet... main street station has a wide selection and is well prepared. worth the extra 15 minute drive to get there!",
        "well, this gets average rating at best. don't get it when they put forth the effort and fail so short. is it that much harder to make it better? back to square one for them. hopefully with the recent sale in the works for the cannery, it will get better.",
        "i know i say sometimes you need a buffet... well this is the exception. luckily i went for sunday brunch, that gave it the extra star. made to order omelets and however else you want the egg cooked saved my experience. the food was just gross. dried up and tasteless even with all the salt. i stuck to the breakfast items and was okay with that. no extra charges for coffee which was nice. guess you can have champagne at the brunch but i dont touch thay stuff.",
        "the buffet is decent. it's nothing spectacular. it's kind of expensive for what they offer ; which isn't much. the thing that get's me is they will charge full price for any child over 3 years old. i was just charged $ 10. 99 for my 5 yr old daughter that had 1 piece of pizza, 5 chunks of watermelon, and a chocolate milk.",
        "this is one of the worst buffet. i had a free comp so i used it here and i was highly disappointed. all of the food looked old and hardly anything was really palatable. won't be back even if it's free again.",
        "sunday brunch with champagne is lit! get yourself the cannery club card and it gives you a discount price. there's a variety of food, but you do pay what you get ( 11. 00 buck buffet ) so the salad bar is fresh but may wanna grab the salt. the omelet line isn't that long, everyone seems to like it. coupons are always getting mailed if you have the c card!",
    ],
    "summary": "not a lot of options as far as food. on top of that you can tell the food has been sitting there for hours, yuck! i'd enjoy my mcdonalds meal better then this joint. service is also lacking. where the heck is management cause you've got workers just standing and chit chatting!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "in early august stylist stephanie johnson styled my hair for my wedding and i couldn't have been more thrilled with the results. she started early and finished quickly with star quality results. she is deff a pro and so talented at up do's. i had a tear up moment and my make up washed away right before the photographers came and she fixed me up so you couldn't ever tell there was a problem. i would highly recommend visiting stephanie at j anthony for a special event up do or color or just a basic cut and style because this lady knows her stuff! i only wish i lived closer so i could get the glamor all the time.",
        "just starting coming here recently and i'm loving how my hair is looking since i started going to echo. she takes her time to ensure you are happy with your results before you leave. she's personable and easy going. i appreciate your professionalism and great work. thank you! : )",
        "i have jumped from salon to salon trying to find a great hairstylist. i found ashley. she is amazing. i have now gone to her for the past couple of years and recommended her to everyone i know. she just does a great job.",
        "i love ciera! she's an amazing hair stylist and colorist. i went to vidal sassoon in scottsdale before but i switched when i found her.",
        "ashley at j anthony salon does an amazing job on hair color. my daughter and i love the results every time. she asks all the right questions making sure to get it right.",
        "ciera is the best hairdresser i have ever had. she is absolutely amazing at what she does and even made my hair look amazing while my son was having a meltdown. she gave him cookies and had to stop a million times to pick up whatever he had dropped. i felt so bad he was acting out so much but she was a total sweetheart to him. as long as i live here in phoenix i don't see myself going to anyone else. her!",
        "since i have been seeing abby from skintologyrx i have noticed a huge improvement in my skin. i am 31 years young and have seen many estheticians and tried a ton of different products over the years. no one has been able to make a difference in my skin like she has. absolutely amazing service, results, and product recommendations from abby. she is the best.",
        "abby is a wizard! she is talented, knowledgeable and loving. she truly cares about your skin and wants to help improve it. she did an amazing job with my skin so far and i am so grateful. i highly recommend anyone seeking improvement in their skin to go to her. she will educate you and do wonders on your skin.",
    ],
    "summary": "i went to j anthony salon and spa and had a wonderful experience with abby i have had dermaplaning done before but she is the best and when you meet her you will fall in love with her. she is also an expert in oxygenix makeup. i would never go to anyone else but abby and the makeup is fabulous. it was a wonderful experience and she has taught me a lot there's no other place to go but j anthony salon for derma planing and ask for abby"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i want to add to my 5 star review dr. susie costa and her stuff! this place is clean!! really really clean!! excellent knowledge and care, kindness and better then fair prices! thank you dr. susie costa!!!",
        "i can't say enough about how amazing the staff at spencer springs is. we have four pets that go there and everyone that works at spencer goes above and beyond. most recently our golden retriever had to have surgery to remove a tumor. my vet dr. scott came in on her off hours, dr. costa had me on the phone during the surgery since it was questionable whether the tumor could be removed and surgery would be successful. everyone was fantastic and had been fantastic during my dog's recovery. i've been to a lot of vets in the valley and this is hands down the best.",
        "i'm so thankful to have found spencer springs animal hospital. the staff is extremely kind, efficient and accommodating. we adore dr. master! she's one of the most knowledgeable, caring vets we've ever had. she's an excellent diagnostician and can think outside the box! her patient, compassionate manner is unequaled! this is a wonderful vet practice!",
        "outstanding quality care by amazing employees! my cat was having stomach issues : vomiting and constipation. i walked in 30 minutes before closing time and the place was packed. i was very surprised how quickly we were given attention as a new walk - in client and we were seen immediately ( 15 mins ). throughout the visit, we never waited long at all and they explained everything thoroughly. i noticed the employees were extremely nice and attentive to every animal. it was very organized amongst a busy setting and it really put things at ease. i highly recommend this place and will continue to take my animals here. thank you to the staff and dr. master for the warm welcome, care and attention! we greatly appreciate it!",
        "our puppy was having some diarrhea and vomiting so we brought him here as we had been here before for his vaccinations and it was a good experience. the staff and doctor were nice and the location is close by. they took him back after a short wait and reviewed his symptoms. they ran tests and decided to keep him overnight which we agreed. they answered our calls and gave us updates on his progress throughout the night. dr scott is very kind vet. she has a cheerful tone and didn't rush through my questions at pick up. she advised us on his meds, food and aftercare. despite our puppy being unwell it was a good experience",
        "we just moved from santa barbara and spencer springs was recommended to us. we saw dr. masters and she was great, the staff is great, the facility is great. dr. masters spent so much time with me and answered all my questions, she even came out in the lobby to add to the examination and treatment. listen, you want a great vet, with an awesome staff, do yourself a favor and go here to spencer springs. it will give you peace of mind, knowing your pet is in really good hands.",
        "absolutely love dr costa and the entire crew!!!!! i have been coming here when dr hixs owned it and now i am still so happy that they offer quality vet care at great prices. all my pets are truly happy and so am i prince william prince harry princes charlotte",
        "i have been taking my dogs to dr. costa for a few years now. i was so happy when i learned that she was buying spencer springs to open her own practice. dr. costa is not only a very caring and competent vet, she is very fair. she will never suggest anything that you don't need and their prices are great. my dogs have been to her many times for everything from check ups to having cancerous tumors removed and always receive great care. it can get busy at times so appointments are always best. they are also open 7 days a week which is great. dr. costa and her team are highly recommended.",
    ],
    "summary": "i can't say enough about dr. costa and her staff. very friendly, accommodating, and knowledgeable. i never have had a bad experience. two great danes and a old girl we are there all of the time. i have a dane that is very afraid of the vets but even the big girl comes in to see the staff. we love, love, love this vet. come check it out yourself. you will not be disappointed."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is amazing, the staff and all the doctors have such great bedside manner and always treat all my animals so well, they actually care about their health and wellbeing rather than just trying to make money of you like so many other vets in this town! customer for life! thanks to the wonderful staff you all are appreciated more than you know! keep up the good work!!",
        "my dog was hit by a truck and i took him here & i was so upset & yet they were attentive to my dog immediately & take every step to help out. they worked with me as my dog needed a lot of work and they helped me seek programs for help and are just the best at what they do. thank you guys and raven said thanks too! ; )",
        "there are a lot of great veterinarians in town but dr. costa is most certainly one of the best. she is truthful and bold while remaining sincere and sympathetic all while keeping your pocket book in mind. she won't ever charge you for unnecessary tests or workups and will always find a way to help an animal in need if owners are truly strapped for money. the office staff is timely and kind and especially if you're a repeat visitor, you and your pets will always feel welcome. the waiting room is always busy but that's only because each client is receiving the attention to detail they all deserve. it's worth the wait if you want quality and honest care for your furry family members!",
        "i can't say enough about how amazing the staff at spencer springs is. we have four pets that go there and everyone that works at spencer goes above and beyond. most recently our golden retriever had to have surgery to remove a tumor. my vet dr. scott came in on her off hours, dr. costa had me on the phone during the surgery since it was questionable whether the tumor could be removed and surgery would be successful. everyone was fantastic and had been fantastic during my dog's recovery. i've been to a lot of vets in the valley and this is hands down the best.",
        "first time there. great experience! fast and friendly staff. dr. master was amazing. gave my doggy rita her first shots and made my dog feel comfortable and at ease. best vet i have dealt with in nevada, and i have dealt with many. very reasonable prices!! i won't be going anywhere else with my rita meter maid!!!! thank you guys so much!!!!!",
        "i bring the whole gang here, 4 dogs and a bearded dragon! whether my pups have an ear infection to my lizard having a minor case of mouth rot, they do the best in their power and make all my babies feel better ( : all the doctors are fabulous! they never treat my dogs like vicious animals, and that means a lot when you have big dogs! and they have no issue if you request a specific doctor. everyone who works here are such amazing kind people, i adore them all! also i just learned they board and groom animals, which is really awesome. super affordable too!! i love this animal hospital so much ( : only one i go to ( :",
        "i have been bringing my cats here for eight years and my dog for one. everyone is friendly and very accomodating. i never feel rushed and feel that the doctors and staff take the time to thoughtfully answer my questions and concerns. my friend priced a bunch of vets when she first found her dog and told me that this vet was the most affordable. go figure? i've been coming here for years.",
        "i just recently got a puppy for the very first time and decided on this vet to take him in to get all his shots and check ups. i absolutely love this place! the staff is super nice and accommodating, they were able to get me in immediately and schedule me exactly when i was available. both doctors are very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my crazy first time dog mom questions without making me feel stupid. can't wait for our next appt!",
    ],
    "summary": "found three strays while at work and they were very accommodating when i took them in for a health check. such a nice and knowledgeable staff. while it isn't close to my home, i will consider making this my home vet based on the service and kind staff. their office manager jill was the absolute best. thank you for your help!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i just recently got a puppy for the very first time and decided on this vet to take him in to get all his shots and check ups. i absolutely love this place! the staff is super nice and accommodating, they were able to get me in immediately and schedule me exactly when i was available. both doctors are very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my crazy first time dog mom questions without making me feel stupid. can't wait for our next appt!",
        "i have been bringing my cats here for eight years and my dog for one. everyone is friendly and very accomodating. i never feel rushed and feel that the doctors and staff take the time to thoughtfully answer my questions and concerns. my friend priced a bunch of vets when she first found her dog and told me that this vet was the most affordable. go figure? i've been coming here for years.",
        "i've gone to spencer springs for more than ten years. i really appreciate dr. costa's care and passion for animals. her staff is easy to work with and always try's to accommodate emergencies. the dr is honest and forward with realistic expectations. that is hard to find these days! at times there can be a wait but when it comes to quality care it's well worth it.",
        "absolutely love dr costa and the entire crew!!!!! i have been coming here when dr hixs owned it and now i am still so happy that they offer quality vet care at great prices. all my pets are truly happy and so am i prince william prince harry princes charlotte",
        "i love this place!! the vets are wonderful and very caring. they recently took care of one of my newly acquired rescues that had been physically abused and did a wonderful job. there is not enough words to express my gratitude. thank you again spencer springs, you all rock.",
        "my dog was hit by a truck and i took him here & i was so upset & yet they were attentive to my dog immediately & take every step to help out. they worked with me as my dog needed a lot of work and they helped me seek programs for help and are just the best at what they do. thank you guys and raven said thanks too! ; )",
        "my dog was hit by a truck and i took him here & i was so upset & yet they were attentive to my dog immediately & take every step to help out. thank you guys!",
        "found three strays while at work and they were very accommodating when i took them in for a health check. such a nice and knowledgeable staff. while it isn't close to my home, i will consider making this my home vet based on the service and kind staff. their office manager jill was the absolute best. thank you for your help!",
    ],
    "summary": "went to this vet for the first time with my lady to have teeth cleaned and what a great group of workers. not only is the vet super friendly and knowledgeable but they are very fair in price. i am very thankful that i found a new animal hospital for my dog. thank you for the great service."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i just recently got a puppy for the very first time and decided on this vet to take him in to get all his shots and check ups. i absolutely love this place! the staff is super nice and accommodating, they were able to get me in immediately and schedule me exactly when i was available. both doctors are very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my crazy first time dog mom questions without making me feel stupid. can't wait for our next appt!",
        "i have been going here for years more than 5 and have never been raped in fees like i just was. i loved this facility and the care they gave my pets, but charging $ 45 per pet when i bring them in at the same time? i waited for an hour to be seen and my actual appt only took maybe 30 mins. i take 3 pets there and one who is on permanent meds. how can you tell me you don't give a break for multiple pets when i use to only be charged once for multiple pets is amazing. i'll be sure to look for a new vet that has better client care. the $ 90 in appt fees was more than half of my bill.",
        "dr. susie costa is the best! i have two english bulldogs who have both had surgeries performed by dr. costa. what i respect most about her care is that she explains the pros and cons of any type of treatment. dr. costa does an excellent job walking me through follow - up care and how - to administer meds. my dogs are a part of my family and their well - being is extremely important to me. i 100 % trust dr. costa and her staff with my pets.",
        "i have been bringing my cats here for eight years and my dog for one. everyone is friendly and very accomodating. i never feel rushed and feel that the doctors and staff take the time to thoughtfully answer my questions and concerns. my friend priced a bunch of vets when she first found her dog and told me that this vet was the most affordable. go figure? i've been coming here for years.",
        "i love this place!! the vets are wonderful and very caring. they recently took care of one of my newly acquired rescues that had been physically abused and did a wonderful job. there is not enough words to express my gratitude. thank you again spencer springs, you all rock.",
        "i took my puppy and 10 yr. old dog to see dr. costa for the first time today. i was completely blown away with how wonderful she was. her staff is equally as nice and her office is very clean. i highly recommend her!",
        "dr. costa is the best veterinarian in vegas! dr. costa goes above and beyond for our furry family members. they are knowledgable on all of the latest research and utilize the most efficient technology to take care of all pets. great boarding too!",
        "i've been going to spencer springs since 1998. dr. hicks is a caring man. now that he retired, we saw dr, barbier, i can tell that she loves animals. she did a thorough exam of my dog even though we were only there for shots. the staff has changed since dr. hicks retired yet i felt as comfortable with them as i did before. 5 stars as of today!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "the rescue i foster for uses this vet so i visit here regularly. i've been there for everything from vaccinations and microchips to leg amputations. i have nothing but good things to say about this animal hospital. the office staff is very friendly and helpful. they always get me an appt fast and i have never had any problems. the doctors have all been very pleasant and happily answered any questions i have had. i would recommend them to anyone in the area looking for a vet."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "first time in this place and the food was pretty good. started with the chicken lollipops and mac and cheese. i must say the mac and cheese is on point. my 3 star rating is for the sub par cocktails. we tried a few drinks and have yet to be pleased. dinner was good we had the chipotle salmon salad which was surprisingly good. not sure that we will go back but hope that they step up the drink menu.",
        "server was on it and the patio was great for the weather. the bar and interior is pretty small so i can't imagine this place can do too well in the summer. the half portion option was nice especially since the prices were, to me, a bit more then they should be. the food was fantastic so it makes sense coming from a popular and award winning chef's restaurant. the location is great for old town but for some reason i am just not crazy about the lay out.",
        "fantastic meal! i'm glad we didn't base the restaurant and food on the website - hint, hint, eddie. the restaurant and patio are really elegrant. we dined around 8pm on a thursday evening and our waiter was wonderful. the caesar salad was a little heavy on anchovy, but i happen to love that. my husband ordered the cioppino which was excellent and served with a bit of pasta. i opted for the linguine and clams which were great - pasta was cooked perfectly. the bread service with the blue cheese butter and pesto dipping sauce were good enough to make a meal out of! the flourless chocolate cake was beyond rich - enjoy!",
        "nice decor / atmosphere. it was a little busy so i would definitely recommend a reservation, or perhaps it was just our timing being near valentines day and all. the food was good quality, fresh, but i honestly wasn't blown away. it was good, it just wasn't 5 - star great! i imagine it was more my menu choice than anything, and i would definitely go back and give it another try.",
        "we came here for dinner with high expectations and unfortunately it did not live up to its reputation. the restaurant had a nice atmosphere however the smoke coming from the kitchen was very irritating to our eyes. the food was ok but not great. i had the scallops and my friend had the sea bass.. the seafood wontons were very good. we met eddie at the door and introduced myself he was barely cordial and didn't come over to the table at all to see how our food was or say hello!",
        "i gave the restaurant 3 stars, 1 star for food & 5 stars for service. the meatloaf was dry & tasteless, my wife's fried chicken would have been better if we had bought it from kfc. i'm not sure why the chief combines foods that don't make sense, eg, sweet pot w / apples, lamb chops w / quinoa ( both proteins ). the waiter didn't know the beers that were available, & stated they had no beers on tap, so i asked for list, no prices no description, when waiter brought my choice which turned out to be a beer on tap. another waiter dropped about 5 plated dishes right in front of us",
        "the service was good, food was good and drinks were good as well. they also have a happy hour everyday from 4pm to close with discounted apps.",
        "the good news? the $ 60 wine was awesome. the bad news? happy hour prices were just ten feet away at the bar. for the unfortunate diner, not seated at the bar, the wine list could definitely use more reasonable price points for glasses and bottles. while folks crave true value for the indulgent meals, eddie's is serving up over salted scallops and greens plus $ 36 untrimmed rib eyes. cute paper menus are stained from previous diners. no bread or extras served at those prices but they will allow the bread plates to hang on the small table all night. folks would be more rewarded dining at the stiff competition in this neighborhood.",
    ],
    "summary": "i went here for dinner with my boyfriend. the patio was really pretty and our server was great. i also thought the valentine's deal was good, i enjoyed my lobster but it wasn't it wasn't the best i've ever had. but the fact that a bowl of lobster bisque cost 10 dollars is a little much. the atmosphere was nice, the server was very friendly, but i just thought that the food was a little overpriced for what you got."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i like going to the west side market. everything there is good. i always like this one venue that sells teriyaki smokes. everything there is fresh and homemade. i give it 4 stars because of the produce. the stuff is fresh but not completely. the sellers can sometimes be aggressive. i like this one fruit called a rambutan. the lady kept on saying eat my grapes. i then paid for 4 rambutan. they tried to cheat me out by giving me 2 instead of 4. they were $ 1 a piece.",
        "great fun. this place has a lot of character. next time, i wouldn't go on a weekend, as it was super crowded and parking was really difficult. the selection of foods was pretty amazing. lots of ethnic foods, too. i thought that the stalls were really high and it was difficult to talk to the vendors ( and i'm of average height, not short ). as someone with celiac disease, i was hoping there would be more gluten - free options. there were some \" gluten - free \" products but they were not made in dedicated facilities. it was frustrating and i ended up just buying some fruit and vegetables.",
        "really worth the trip. great food - - some very un usual. the little cafe was nice nothing special. the waitress really nice. great place to visit! would have given a 5 but wings were partly raw. cooked in micro at home. great taste and breading. absolutely loved the homemade chips.",
        "i have nothing negative to say about the market. i love being able to shop and pick up little things as needed. i also think it's wonderful that most vendor accept food stamps. there are always great finds at the market.",
        "one of the better markets i've been to throughout the country. huge selection, from beef and fish to cheese and smoked salts to produce of every kind. housed in really neat old building. try the cafe too. pretty good sandwiches at really good price. and trust me, all that shopping will make you hungry.",
        "i came through cleveland during a move across the country and decided to check out the market on my way out of town. this place was great! parking was free for the first 90 minutes. i was able to eat at the cafe and walk through the market with time to spare. this place had anything you could want - several meat counters, cheese, olives, olive oils, perogies, fresh pasta, bagels, breads, all the sweet treats you could imagine. everyone working the counters were friendly. it's best to walk through here with cash but most places took cards with a minimum.",
        "i visited for the first time today and was won over by the fantastic array of vendors at the west side market. never did i see such pretty meat on display - it makes you never want to return to a supermarket. love all of the unique sausages, meats and bacon. and i would die to have fruits and veggies like these on display at my grocer. looking for goat? this is the place to find it. if i lived in cleveland this would be a weekly stop for me. as it was i filled up a cooler full of sausage, smoke ham and hummus. thought i was done and ended up buying a huge bag of grapes. so sorry i had to drive home, but i will come back for more.",
        "lots of fresh produce. gigantic carrots! any and every kind of fruit and vegetables you could want! i bought some strawberries and mangoes, i got a great deal it was the end of the day, they looked nice but when i got them home the mangoes were all brown inside! if i was a local i would shop there weekly and would have taken them back. really a great place.",
    ],
    "summary": "i love this place so much that i find myself just stopping thru to look and be yelled at by the vendors as i walk past. can you believe as much as i go here i've never tried the famous gyro. next time i have to try. great place to visit even if your not shopping."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my boyfriend grew up going to this and took me here over memorial day weekend. this is by far the best market i have ever been to, i just wish we had one in chicago!! we sampled the monkey bread, pizza bagels ( which are amazing by the way ), sausages, and pistachio cheesecake. if i lived near the area i would go here every day that it is open. there are so many vendors that it is impossible to choose!! all of the meat and seafood looked amazing, there were fudge vendors, bakeries, crepes, etc.... i could go on and on and can't wait to go back!!",
        "i can't say anything negative about this place. if you are looking for fresh produce, meat, baked goods, dairy, you know it.... come to the west side market. the experience itself is amazing. it feels like you are somewhere far from cleveland. get there early, because it gets really busy and parking could get tricky. i love going to the west side market to get groceries. the best!",
        "parking is not difficult to find at all because there is a lot right beside it! the prices are so great. definitely worth the drive! 1 little box of blueberries ranges anywhere from 2. 50 to 4. 50 at stores but here at the market you can get six boxes for $ 10. really good and fresh!! they also accept cards just incase you don't have cash.",
        "love this market! meats and produce reign but there are also great pastries and exotic spices. even on hot days, the large fans make it bearable. bring cash!! not every booth takes cards. and you can haggle the prices a little. so much fun! i will make it a point to visit every time i'm in cleveland.",
        "this place is amazing. never seen anything like it. if you can't fine it here, it probably doesn't exist. every kind of vegetable one can imagine. every kind of meat, cows, lamb, goat, chicken, rabbit, etc. etc. pastries of all kinds. you name it, they have it.",
        "recommended i love. this. place. it has everything!! amazing meats, cheeses of all kinds, an olive bar with olives stuffed with whatever you could think of, a european lady who makes real macaroons, a crepe place, sandwiches, pastries and apple fritters... and now i rest ; ) but all the vendors here are just great and all the products i've ever gotten i've been more than happy with. it's actually a great place for a date, there is so much to look at and see, you can get a few things and cook together later. a must - see for clevelanders and tourists : )",
        "this is just a great place is you're a foodie, i guess. incredible array of everything that's edible... meats, fish, nuts, bakery goods, cheeses... you name it and it's here. and if it's not here, you don't need it! flowers, too. i usually spend several hours here... just walking around looking and watching - - great people watching environment - - before i finally start shopping. saturdays are very busy... either get there very early when the selection is the largest, or go late, when the prices tend to moderate a bit. either way, go. you will enjoy the crowd and the atmosphere!",
        "what a meat market! and a produce market! the best market i have ever been to. period. 100's of vendors selling the freshest produce and every conceivable type of meat here. freshly filled canoli's, freshly made juices, breads. a couple of places to grab a quick bite to eat too. you must go here. the place is 100 years old and still going strong.",
    ],
    "summary": "god i love this place, so many childhood memories. i love the market atmosphere, so much better than a supermarket. this is what cleveland is all about. all the culture, history, and pride. you have to experience this for yourself, it's a gem of cleveland. i go every couple of weeks to get my fruits and veggies, along with some meat. however, you have to try cake royal, their cannollis are the bomb!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i always enjoy my visits to the west side market. so much variety here. lots of places to choose to your produce, meats and cheese among other things. prices are nice and you can haggle sometimes if that's your cup of tea. like other people have mentioned about the produce. i would just get what you need for the next few days it may start to go bad. it may have something to do with the vendors selling produce at the peak of ripeness. really nice vendors here and i love how helpful they are. a nice place to take the family to explore and shop.",
        "great destination for fresh fruit, vegetables, and meats and people watching. this place is a zoo on saturdays. the parking lot after 11am is worse than a mall parking lot at the holidays. get there early in the morning! i like to go on wednesday and friday when it's less hectic. my fave places are the pierogi palace, ohio city pasta, j and j meats, the mexican counter, and as much as i would like to say the gyro place, the damn line has been too long and i don't have the patience to wait in it! bring a cooler on wheels if you plan to make a few big purchases and keep them cold.",
        "amazing. we have a similar market in detroit, but this was nice because you don't have to walk through the ghetto to get to it. the prices are decent ( maybe a little more than farmers markets by me, but the economy in cleveland appears to be better too ). i went to one stand that had falafel and i am a snobby arabic food person, but this was very good. the hummus was good also. i didn't buy a ton because i had a stroller and was overwhelmed. if you go with a kid, bring a kid back pack. but otherwise, really great.",
        "i hope that heaven is the west side market. although it was my first experience in any indoor food market, i have discovered that since then, few have held a candle to cleveland's. great variety of meats, baked goods, and produce, fresh foods, intoxicating smells... i think i got lost twice wandering aimlessly around in total euphoria. this is the perfect spot to get a taste of all things cleveland, so i hope the market continues to be superior!",
        "what a great place! if you need to buy meat, produce, pasta, bread, etc., this is the place! the building is so beautiful and the selection of specialty foods is really nice! i do wish the main building was air conditioned though. it was 85 degrees today with 90 % humidity, and the droves of people inside made it really uncomfortable.",
        "this was a nice market. adam and i were walking around and opted to come in here to see if we could get a snack or any provisions for the rest of our road trip. there were a ton of vendors with all sorts of fruits, veggies, and meats. we were able to walk around and see everything and talk to all of the vendors. the prices for everything were great and every vendor as competitive for the sale but not crazy about making sure they are the ones getting the sale. overall, it was a pretty good place to get your produce and i would suggest a stop here.",
        "whats not to love about the west side market?! i've been coming here since i was a little girl and my has it changed! it's so clean and inviting now! it seems a little dead during the week, especially since all the vendors aren't open during the week. but come friday, saturday.... its the place to be! being hungarian i have to put the good word out for dohar's meats! their sausages, bacon and other meats are delicious! make sure you stop by and check them out!",
        "this is the number one place that i like to bring out of towners. i also like to buy groceries here and eat lunch here. i have nothing to say that has not been said here a hundred times. this place is a national treasure. everyone should frequent the west side market.",
    ],
    "summary": "this market alone would be a good reason to move to cleveland. it was very nice and seemed to be cheap. i see why i didn't see one super market the whole time i was in town. this place takes care of it, for sure. they seemed to have great variety and options. it was a bit heavy on the meat side, it would be nice to see more cheeses available but otherwise amazing. the building itself is really nice too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "server was on it and the patio was great for the weather. the bar and interior is pretty small so i can't imagine this place can do too well in the summer. the half portion option was nice especially since the prices were, to me, a bit more then they should be. the food was fantastic so it makes sense coming from a popular and award winning chef's restaurant. the location is great for old town but for some reason i am just not crazy about the lay out.",
        "i went here for dinner with my boyfriend. the patio was really pretty and our server was great. i also thought the valentine's deal was good, i enjoyed my lobster but it wasn't it wasn't the best i've ever had. but the fact that a bowl of lobster bisque cost 10 dollars is a little much. the atmosphere was nice, the server was very friendly, but i just thought that the food was a little overpriced for what you got.",
        "nice place, nice happy hour. tyler, the bartender was on top of it. good job! nice crowd for 4 : 30.",
        "the good news? the $ 60 wine was awesome. the bad news? happy hour prices were just ten feet away at the bar. for the unfortunate diner, not seated at the bar, the wine list could definitely use more reasonable price points for glasses and bottles. while folks crave true value for the indulgent meals, eddie's is serving up over salted scallops and greens plus $ 36 untrimmed rib eyes. cute paper menus are stained from previous diners. no bread or extras served at those prices but they will allow the bread plates to hang on the small table all night. folks would be more rewarded dining at the stiff competition in this neighborhood.",
        "my husband had to work a late night shift, so we decided to have dinner at eddie's for nye. the restaurant had a laid - back, romantic ambiance and the service was perfect. my husband ordered the great burger which was huge and filling and i ordered the vegetarian platter which i enjoyed. as midnight approached, they passed out complimentary champagne which was unexpected and was a nice gesture. it was a good way to end / start the year.",
        "food was very good, service was also very good. i would make a return trip. had ht e meatloaf and it was awesome. my partner had fish and it was very over salted. even with this i'd return again.",
        "the service was good, food was good and drinks were good as well. they also have a happy hour everyday from 4pm to close with discounted apps.",
        "we usually have great experiences here. tonight was an exception. the food was great but the overall experience was less than desirable. the first wine glass was all cloudy and etched. when asked to have a new glass i felt that the waiter was put out. the next glass was also etched and gray. maybe time for new glasses? also the restaurant seemed dusty and unkept. there were cobwebs on nicknacks and decorations. it seems old and dated.",
    ],
    "summary": "first time in this place and the food was pretty good. started with the chicken lollipops and mac and cheese. i must say the mac and cheese is on point. my 3 star rating is for the sub par cocktails. we tried a few drinks and have yet to be pleased. dinner was good we had the chipotle salmon salad which was surprisingly good. not sure that we will go back but hope that they step up the drink menu."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "eddie's house is my go to place when i have friends or company in town. they have a great happy hour until 10pm and the food is fabulous. my favorite bartenders, danny & ashley are usually there bantering with us. once, when i had a large party of eight, eddie came to our table and personally greeted us and made us feel very much at home. all in all, a great place to go for a few intimate drinks and happy hour, or host your favorite people who come to visit you!",
        "one of my absolute favorite restaurants!!! if you're ever in the scottsdale area, eddies house is a must eat attraction. locally owned and operated. editors house will impress any client, also a great date spot.",
        "we have had our holiday party at eddie's house over the past couple of years, and our staff loves it! eddie matney is a one of a kind chef, who enjoys cooking! you can pick something off the menu blindfolded and know you are going to have a delicious meal! staff is always friendly and will help with selections on wine & food!",
        "eddie's is my favorite restaurant in old town! best edamame, wish i had the recipe or could at least try to duplicate it. but that's what makes eddies special! unique flavors only eddie's house can provide. eddie is very down to earth and seems like a great guy! happy hour is 4 till close which is unusually awesome. gotta try eddies!",
        "happy hour, monday's. eddie's house is the place to be. actually happy hour everyday, except monday, 1 / 2 price glass of wine. always an experience at eddie's house, especially if you sit at the chefs counter to watch all the action in the kitchen. you may even get a special treat. great place.",
        "one cannot describe the amount of passion eddie puts into the love of his guests and restaurant. the staff perfect, the atmosphere comforting, the food brings you home. this was by far the best meal i have eaten in the past seven years. a great meal is kind of a journey that returns you to sources of pleasure you may have forgotten and takes you to places you haven't been before. in the end a great meal is not about the food or the wine, a meal is an emotional experience. eddie has created that for me, and i thank him for sharing his world with me. chef john du toit",
        "wow!... what a great happy hour place. currentlly, happy hour goes until 8pm, and not only were the margaritas some of the best i have had, but they are only $ 5. 00. and, the really good appetizers are half price. so good! great decor and service too! ( p. s., we sat in the bar. )",
        "hard to imagine overstating what a great restaurant this is. service, creative and absolutely stunning menu choices, and a very warm and eclectic atmosphere all contribute to the dining experience. there were six in our party and we all were extremely satisfied with the experience. enjoy!",
    ],
    "summary": "eddie goes to great lengths to welcome you to his little nook in the neighborhood. that is nice but it is the food that ensures regular patronage. there are just enough things on the menu and the environment is comfortable enough to keep you from trying a new place on a thursday night. on my most recent visit the pan seared cod was buttery, optimally flavorful, and cooked perfectly. great spot. maybe if i keep going eddie will reveal his fly fishing secrets."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "fun time to walk around and see what the different vendors sell. bring cash, a cooler, and a tote bag to carry your goodies home. we usually collect foods to make a nice fresh dinner for that night. something good for everyone.",
        "the west side market is one of the highlights of the cleveland area. there's something for every ethnicity and taste. you'll have to visit repeatedly to get to know your personal favorite vendors. it's very busy so carts or strollers could be tough to navigate in the aisles. parking is free but limited, so expect to circle the lot unless you come very early in the day. open monday, wednesday, friday, and saturdays.",
        "west side market is the gem of the ohio city neighborhood. we stopped in on a saturday afternoon and wondered around tasting and viewing every variety of food. cheeses, fresh bread and pasta, butchers, spices, macaroons, produce, west side market has it all. a friend recommended the falafel stand in the back left corner, so we split a spicy falafel sandwich ( $ 5 ). hot, packed with flavor and tahini straight from heaven. this sandwich is a must when at the market. almost all vendor stands were filled making it lively and a fun environment. cleveland has something special with this place, and i look forward to visiting next time i am back in town.",
        "wonderful produce and food! take you time to stroll the aisles and talk to the merchants. it is like stepping back in time! be sure to bring a cart to tote all your goodies - they get heavy quickly!",
        "what doesn't this market have? this place alone would make me want to live in cleveland. so many fresh items on hand and with great prices. ranging from fresh peanut butter and yogurt to a plethora of different kinds of sausage and meats.. and the baked goods? omg out of this world. can't wait to check this place out again sometime.",
        "moved back to ohio in october from long island and wanted to take a friend to a fun, eclectic place for an afternoon and decided to go to west side market after years of not being there. we ended up stopping at multiple shops and made an amazing paella with fresh scallops and shrimp, yellow rice and okra. delicious! nice to see a quality place with a big city feel.",
        "worth checking out if you're in the city. please note this is a farmers market and a place to get food. originally we thought you could buy souvenirs etc. from here as well. unless they were hidden, it's only a place to buy food. lots of options and a beautiful building to look at. also a great neighbourhood to check out as well. public transit is located very close by.",
        "parking was a bit tough and foot traffic was heavy, but then again we came on saturday, so i sorta expected it. this place was amazing! so much goodness just everywhere. meats, cheeses, sweets, breads, seafood and just everything. the fresh fruits and veggies sections super clean and organized. this place is definitely a place worth a stop! i definitely plan to frequent the wsm when we come back to visit the area!",
    ],
    "summary": "great market comparable to the ones you find in old european cities. plenty of ready to eat food as well as things to buy to cook yourself. ethnic and diverse. great place to visit for a quick bite but nowhere to seat or park your car. put some seating outdoors and indoors and dedicate some parking in the surrounding area."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "one of cleveland's rare gems. the building is beautiful for a marketplace. if you love seeing many cultures converging on one place for most of your grocery needs, this is it. i'm fascinated by all the spices from around the world. can't wait til my kitchen is completed. happy 100th anniversary, westside market!",
        "cleveland natives really do know how to enjoy eating. come hungry and feast on a gyro from steve's gyro ( line long and slow but worth it ). there is every kind of food in abundance. we visited on a saturday after 3 : 00 and got some real deals on fruit with the close of the day. parking free if you don't tarry too long.",
        "so awesome! my kids and i love stopping by on the weekends. there's always something for everyone. the vendors are great to kids and always looking to make deals. we love vera's bakery!! best baklava ever!!",
        "the best market not only in cleveland, but at least in all of ohio if not the midwest. fresh meats, fish, produce, and in the past 10 years they have added quite a few specialty stands that have things like hummus, olives, coffee, etc. you could spend all day there, and if you know where to look, you could still walk away with money in your pocket. best pork ( in my opinion ) is that sebastian's meats. you can buy beef at any one of the stands and be happy. it's all fresh, and it will make you happy.",
        "this place is so awesome. i wish we had one of these in milwaukee. the building is beautiful in its own right but then the colorful fruits and vegetables are so gorgeous it just adds to the ambiance. i love that the vendors yell out to sell their produce. the options seem endless. then when you get into the other part of the market prepare to be amazed. there are so many options for meat, cheese, candy, bakery, coffee, seafood, and it goes on. i love that you can talk to the vendors or actual bakers, farmers, cheese makers, etc. they give great advice on how to cook or prepare what you are buying. this is really a true gem in cleveland.",
        "best smelling market i've ever been to. and full of amazing stuff. parking was easy and full of amazing food. get a crepe for sure!!! the fresh fruit next door is so cheap and the quality of meats and cheeses there are great! plus the building is such a great architectural beauty!",
        "this place has everything you could possibly need for to create a fresh app, entree, and / or dessert. awesome historic atmosphere makes it feel like you're stepping back a few decades to when people shopped at local vendors / markets as opposed to giant grocery stores. make sure to go to the 2nd floor for views of the building that are second to none. even better, grab a crepe & coffee right in front of the staircase and enjoy those with the good views ; you won't be disappointed!",
        "every other day i'm here. some of the best and freshest foods you can get in the city. get most of my breakfast meats and bagels from here. go early cause it gets super crowded after 11am. parking cab be challenging also at that time. recommended for anyone visiting the cleveland area",
    ],
    "summary": "this place definitely lives up to the hype that's been generated. not only is the building amazingly beautiful but there is so much food and the smells are heavenly. definitely have to say the prices are pretty good and fair in most places. the quality of the food from nearly every stall is top notch too. don't forget to stop by steve's or get a meat pie!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great destination for fresh fruit, vegetables, and meats and people watching. this place is a zoo on saturdays. the parking lot after 11am is worse than a mall parking lot at the holidays. get there early in the morning! i like to go on wednesday and friday when it's less hectic. my fave places are the pierogi palace, ohio city pasta, j and j meats, the mexican counter, and as much as i would like to say the gyro place, the damn line has been too long and i don't have the patience to wait in it! bring a cooler on wheels if you plan to make a few big purchases and keep them cold.",
        "the best of what cleveland has to offer! my parents have been bringing us to the wsm since i can remember, now that i've grown and moved away. i stop by every time i'm in town and this easter holiday was no exception. our family tradition is to get bratwurst sandwiches on soft roll w / stadium mustard! wow! does that bring back memories! a must see when in cleveland!",
        "i visited the west side market for the first time on a saturday. i'll choose a different day next time. the crowd was a little overwhelming for a newbie. i loved the helpfulness of the staff at one of the cheese places, one of the olive oil places, and a place with pickles that my sweetheart just loved. the produce peddlers were a little pushy, but it was fun to see all the last - minute deals offered as they got ready to close up shop. we picked up a great assortment of vegetables, practically a metric ton of berries for $ 5, some scrumptious cheese, and a handful of other goodies. this is really a cleveland treasure! i can't wait to go back.",
        "i always enjoy my visits to the west side market. so much variety here. lots of places to choose to your produce, meats and cheese among other things. prices are nice and you can haggle sometimes if that's your cup of tea. like other people have mentioned about the produce. i would just get what you need for the next few days it may start to go bad. it may have something to do with the vendors selling produce at the peak of ripeness. really nice vendors here and i love how helpful they are. a nice place to take the family to explore and shop.",
        "i visited for the first time today and was won over by the fantastic array of vendors at the west side market. never did i see such pretty meat on display - it makes you never want to return to a supermarket. love all of the unique sausages, meats and bacon. and i would die to have fruits and veggies like these on display at my grocer. looking for goat? this is the place to find it. if i lived in cleveland this would be a weekly stop for me. as it was i filled up a cooler full of sausage, smoke ham and hummus. thought i was done and ended up buying a huge bag of grapes. so sorry i had to drive home, but i will come back for more.",
        "west side market is the gem of the ohio city neighborhood. we stopped in on a saturday afternoon and wondered around tasting and viewing every variety of food. cheeses, fresh bread and pasta, butchers, spices, macaroons, produce, west side market has it all. a friend recommended the falafel stand in the back left corner, so we split a spicy falafel sandwich ( $ 5 ). hot, packed with flavor and tahini straight from heaven. this sandwich is a must when at the market. almost all vendor stands were filled making it lively and a fun environment. cleveland has something special with this place, and i look forward to visiting next time i am back in town.",
        "old world market. every fish, meat, fruit, vegetable and pastry or bread you'd want. lots of venders. lots of nationalities. we always get fish. the fish are whole, and they are filleted while you wait. sausages, deli meats and cheese. i've discovered seasoned gyro lamb meat. delicious with eggs or on a salad. there is also a small cafe there, which looks nice.",
        "lots to see and lots to buy. crowded on a saturday. that said this was a great visit with so many produce stands in one building and meat markets and bakeries in the other. i had a wonderful breakfast of bacon, eggs and cheese ( with a hashbrown inside um... no ) on a soft roll. this was at johnnys hot dogs. lovely price of $ 3. 75. we were traveling from far away so buying fresh meats was an impossibility. we opted for smoked sausages. the prices ranged from $ 10. 99 a lb to $ 7. 99 a lb. compare prices before buying. friendly sellers for the most part. definitely worth a trip.",
    ],
    "summary": "from fresh meats, produce, bread, grains, spices, coffee, lunch, or dessert. this place has everything! the prices aren't bad either. the spice shop in particular was a great deal and they had almost everything you could possibly need! if you go into the produce section be prepared to haggle because there are some serious hustlers in there! also, remember to bring cash. there are a lot of vendors that don't accept credit cards."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love the market! it represents a huge historical chunk of cleveland, and has some amazing vendors and selections. fresh produce, lovely things to snack on. my favorites being basketeria organic produce, the european specialty foods shop in the corner, and crepes de luxe. you can't beat grabbing a tamale from orale or sampling some perfect aged gouda at the same european store. check it out! best times to go are early saturday when all the vendors are open, or on wednesday!",
        "love! love! love! when i travel i try to visit other cities vendor markets and have yet to come across one with as much quality or variety!",
        "foodie's dream come true. heaven on earth! we picked up macaroons, hot chocolate, cheese, dipping sauce for baguettes and seasoning. fresh fruit and veggies available as you walk through and the vendors hustle you to buy from them.... 9 lemons for $ 1. 99? cheaper than kroger! very fun vendors. great place though i will warn you good luck on parking. we almost gave up. you have to follow one into the minimal parking lot as one leaves you go in and take their spot. one in one out. little brutal but worth the hassle to get in and it was an amazing experience.",
        "amazing experience. i absolutely love shopping at the market. i only wish it was closer to where i live and / or open on sundays! but i can't complain. always friendly service and delicious fresh, unique food.",
        "cleveland staple and rightly so! i'm typically a person who avoids crowds but wsm brings out the other side of me... i love the hustle and bustle of this place and the endless possibilities of ingredients they offer. make sure to check out the produce section too! during the summer they have some fun, exotic fruits that you can't find anywhere else!",
        "been coming here my entire life. hasn't changed in the least in the last 20 years. vendors are aggressive, especially the fruit / veggie ones. items are still high quality. cuts of meat are amazing, and the smokies are best anywhere in the tri - state area. heck how many food shows have been filmed here? just get in the car and head here. stop delaying it.",
        "this place is so great so much choice. so many vendors and everything looks so good!! we can ` t wait to come back and do lots of shopping. very busy but it is easy to park because enough people are leaving, it flows well.",
        "this market is amazing and you can find anything here! it is inside this beautiful building with brick walls and ceiling. tons of vendors from italian meats and cheeses, desserts, greek stands - everything! it was great to wander around here and get lost like a kid in a candy store looking at the yumminess in all the cases!",
    ],
    "summary": "love it. just love it. i do most of my grocery shopping here and its generally cheaper than going to a grocery store. you can haggle a bit with the produce vendors as well. i bring all out of town friends here and often they want to come back, more for the market than to see me."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i truly recommend that everyone experiences the market! i used to only visit the market for very special occasions until i realized every occasion was very special! it is a true pleasure having this gem so close to home. we like to smoke a lot of different meats and find their abundant amount of choices are absolutely perfect and inspirational! the fresh produce is amazing too and really opens up the realm of possibilities to make some new and creative dishes! all the venders are very helpful too! my favorite stand is the one that sells all the different jerkies and smokies haha! sooooo good! : ) i would recommend this not only as a weekly grocery market but as a destination for out of towners to check out!!! love!!!",
        "i could not have been more impressed with west side market! i had done some research on some of the vendors before my visit but it in no way prepared me for what was available. i was amazed at the cleanliness and organization of such a vast marketplace. i'm pretty sure i could have found anything i needed there. the food options are unbelievable! i ended up at steve's gyro stand and despite the line, enjoyed one heavenly gyro while watching the crowds make their way up and down the aisles. bottom line : every town needs a west side market. for reals.",
        "come here it's always a treat. come hungry cuz you can get just about anything here. i started off with a gyro, then got crepe. went to the next booth and got myself some coffee. after getting full i went shopping for my fresh fruits and veggies. oh yea, don't for the beef jerky and fresh pasta. the guy with the homemade jams and honey got some crazy good stuff.",
        "awesome place!!!! great produce and goodies! got some apple critter! delicious! a must try is the port wine cheese and smokies. the place was packed with people. parking was very hard! but it was all well worth! it's a must visit for anyone! i grabbed some fruits on the way out... yummmm",
        "i visited for the first time today and was won over by the fantastic array of vendors at the west side market. never did i see such pretty meat on display - it makes you never want to return to a supermarket. love all of the unique sausages, meats and bacon. and i would die to have fruits and veggies like these on display at my grocer. looking for goat? this is the place to find it. if i lived in cleveland this would be a weekly stop for me. as it was i filled up a cooler full of sausage, smoke ham and hummus. thought i was done and ended up buying a huge bag of grapes. so sorry i had to drive home, but i will come back for more.",
        "really amazing! i grabbed some pad thai! then... the most amazing cupcake called \" the buckeye \"! i recommend tracking down campbell's sweets booth and grabbing one! it's quite busy and not really any tables to eat your food but i managed to find a bench outside and eat my pad thai which she warmed up for me! went and checked out the great lakes brewing company after!",
        "love this market! meats and produce reign but there are also great pastries and exotic spices. even on hot days, the large fans make it bearable. bring cash!! not every booth takes cards. and you can haggle the prices a little. so much fun! i will make it a point to visit every time i'm in cleveland.",
        "best smelling market i've ever been to. and full of amazing stuff. parking was easy and full of amazing food. get a crepe for sure!!! the fresh fruit next door is so cheap and the quality of meats and cheeses there are great! plus the building is such a great architectural beauty!",
    ],
    "summary": "west side market is a fantastic place to go for a great shopping experience. not only is it beautiful, it's also very diverse in the cultures of foods it features. the prices are very reasonable for the quality you receive. i especially loved the the produce market next door because of the fresh and cheap variety of produce available. i highly recommend crepes and the coffee stall. and of course taking pictures on the balcony. the surrounding area is also very nice for a stroll after eating all the food."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "seriously love this place. great coffee at the stand in the back corner by the flowers. amazing smokies and jerky available. grandma campbell's cupcake are to die for. this is my go to location when grocery shopping in the morning hours.",
        "a total cleveland gem. the food is top quality if you buy for cooking later, and the few eating spots are really yummy. get a crepe or a kielbasa sandwich! oh - and go up the stairs to the seating area above the vendors to get a birds eye view while eating your lunch! so fun... and - the cupcakes from grandmas bakery are ahhhh - mazing!",
        "i absolutely love the west side market! such a cool place with the throwback feel of days long ago! if you stop and actually take the market in, you realize it's actually pretty beautiful inside! so many vendors, meats, dairy, spices, sauces, everything else in between! i'm really not sure you anyone cannot love this place! you could probably spend the better part of a day browsing or buying some sort of food product for sure! this is definitely a must stop when your in the area or you desire fresh foods instead of the grocery store type! you won't be sorry you stopped in here at all!",
        "this place has everything you could possibly need for to create a fresh app, entree, and / or dessert. awesome historic atmosphere makes it feel like you're stepping back a few decades to when people shopped at local vendors / markets as opposed to giant grocery stores. make sure to go to the 2nd floor for views of the building that are second to none. even better, grab a crepe & coffee right in front of the staircase and enjoy those with the good views ; you won't be disappointed!",
        "the westside market is one of the best places cleveland, err, ohio city to buy food. i have never seen so much meat in one place, ever. anything from strip steak to entire pigs can be had at this place, with a little seafood thrown in. the produce is in tents outside and almost an afterthought, but really well stocked. the prices are very reasonable. this is a must - go if you are looking for groceries. the drive is worth it.",
        "this is definitely a cleveland attraction. besides the stunning interior architecture, you'll find yourself in awe of the variety of meat, fruit pastries, and other misc food things. the place is clean despite all the raw meat shops. there aren't many ready - to - eat places in the market, but you'll find a few bakeries, a creperie, coffee shop, falafel and bratwurst stands. the other section, which is just a few steps outside of the main building, is all produce. you'll find vendors aligned with some of the freshest fruit at the most reasonable prices. we stopped by an hour before closing and left with 8 boxes of fresh strawberries for $ 5.",
        "the coolest thing in cleveland. i am not sure how helpful reviewing this place is but it deserves 5 stars. this is what cleveland is. it has flavors of old cleveland and new. whether if you want produce, meat, pasta, seafood etc. this is the best place to get all of it. steaks, pierogis, lobster, fish, salsa noodles, baked goods. the best in ohio hands down. if you are hungry grab a bite. there are so many food options to choose from. i recommend a gyro or a brat.",
        "an amazing place to walk and enjoy all the varieties of fresh vegetables and meats. fresh cuts of anything you can imagine. everything is so fresh that wants to jump out of the display areas. fresh juices, greek giros and all kind of pastries and cold cuts can keep you energized while walking around...",
    ],
    "summary": "whether you're hungry or in need of food wsm is the place to go. you could walk around for hours looking and eating and buying. hands down this is a place everyone should visit if they are coming to cleveland for the first time or from the area. you will not be disappointed, plus there are a ton of restaurants and breweries within walking distance where you can satiate your appetite on delicious fares, many of which are created from foods from the market."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is a great place to wander around any day of the year... they are open monday, wednesday friday and saturday. check their website for holiday hours. don't forget you can barter with the merchants especially in the outside produce area. parking can be a bit sparse so bring your patience. my favorite thing to do when we go... eating the beef sticks and cheese on the ride home!",
        "slang meat here for a while, met my love of almost 9 years here, he was a customer, made a great many friends here while working, after being gone 8 years they are still all full of hellos and hugs. a fun place to go on a saturday afternoon, great for people watching and picked up groceries. keep going back peoples.. keep the westside market alive. i love everything about this place.. the smells the sounds everything.",
        "this is the highlight of cleveland for visitors and residents. come and get custom cut ribeye, a whole hog, fresh seafood, good coffee, rabbit, lamb leg, the city's best beef jerky, home made pirogies, noodlecat raman for lunch, or a falafel. crap, the west side market cafe has the best breakfast in the area too... it have everything. make sure you stop by the vegetable vendors for some fun and free tastes.",
        "the seafood, cheese selection, prepared foods and meats are all amazing. a distinctively cleveland place to go. go sometime other than saturday if possible, when the parking situation will be better. the outside ring of produce vendors are generally getting their product from the same food depot as the grocery stores, so not a true farmer's market ( the only real downside ). bring cash - - some places don't take cc or have a minimum to charge.",
        "if i had to pick the one thing i miss the most from my time in cleveland, the westside market narrowly beats out melt. there's nothing finer than running through the shops on an early saturday morning with a hunger in your stomach and gorging yourself on the local wares. the diner in the back is where i liked to start my day and then it's off to the floor for crepes, brats, and whatever else i felt like eating. i miss this place tons. if you're in cleveland you've got to get down here. bring your appetite. but get there early - parking can be a bitch after 10am or so.",
        "it is definitely not the place to go if you don't enjoy massive crowds of people in small enclosed spaces! the prices at some of the vendors are quite high. you also need to watch in some of the produce stands. the best looking stuff is on display in the front and many of the vendors will pull from a stash behind the counter which is not as nice as the displayed items. most will let you pick out the ones you want as opposed to what they have picked out for you.",
        "the west side market is always a blast. for fresh produce, check out the brothers stand. they are always super friendly and generally give us a pretty good deal. other highlights for me are the crepes, the jerky stand, the fresh fish, and the cheese stands.",
        "great place to enjoy fresh meats, cheeses, and people watching. sometimes i swing by for lunch to grab a falafel. so good!",
    ],
    "summary": "a must visit, full of diversity and culture. be prepared for the outdoor produce section, the sellers can be quite pushy. don't be afraid to ask for other fruit than the ones they initially offer, they will try to sell the ripest to overripe first, but most don't have an issue if you ask for a different one. the interior stands are amazing."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my husband had to work a late night shift, so we decided to have dinner at eddie's for nye. the restaurant had a laid - back, romantic ambiance and the service was perfect. my husband ordered the great burger which was huge and filling and i ordered the vegetarian platter which i enjoyed. as midnight approached, they passed out complimentary champagne which was unexpected and was a nice gesture. it was a good way to end / start the year.",
        "nice place, nice happy hour. tyler, the bartender was on top of it. good job! nice crowd for 4 : 30.",
        "first time in this place and the food was pretty good. started with the chicken lollipops and mac and cheese. i must say the mac and cheese is on point. my 3 star rating is for the sub par cocktails. we tried a few drinks and have yet to be pleased. dinner was good we had the chipotle salmon salad which was surprisingly good. not sure that we will go back but hope that they step up the drink menu.",
        "the good news? the $ 60 wine was awesome. the bad news? happy hour prices were just ten feet away at the bar. for the unfortunate diner, not seated at the bar, the wine list could definitely use more reasonable price points for glasses and bottles. while folks crave true value for the indulgent meals, eddie's is serving up over salted scallops and greens plus $ 36 untrimmed rib eyes. cute paper menus are stained from previous diners. no bread or extras served at those prices but they will allow the bread plates to hang on the small table all night. folks would be more rewarded dining at the stiff competition in this neighborhood.",
        "i went here for dinner with my boyfriend. the patio was really pretty and our server was great. i also thought the valentine's deal was good, i enjoyed my lobster but it wasn't it wasn't the best i've ever had. but the fact that a bowl of lobster bisque cost 10 dollars is a little much. the atmosphere was nice, the server was very friendly, but i just thought that the food was a little overpriced for what you got.",
        "the happy hour at the bar is amazing.... nice wine selection and the hummus appetizer was very tasty.",
        "always a fun place. nice happy hour menu and good crowd at the bar.",
        "highly disappointing visit during restaurant week. salad was amazing - one of the best around. tuna tartare was strong - if it had been just one day older, it would have been sent back. short ribs in mashed potato crust was interesting, but short ribs were dry. fish was excellent. everything need salt! deserts were uninspired but tasted okay. service was too informal, and disappeared quickly. wrong orders deliver several times, and they really weren't that crowded. noticed that eddie and wife weren't there, which may explain the difference from our prior visits. wine list is extraordinarily overpriced - 3. 5 x markup.",
    ],
    "summary": "server was on it and the patio was great for the weather. the bar and interior is pretty small so i can't imagine this place can do too well in the summer. the half portion option was nice especially since the prices were, to me, a bit more then they should be. the food was fantastic so it makes sense coming from a popular and award winning chef's restaurant. the location is great for old town but for some reason i am just not crazy about the lay out."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "very fun market! enjoyed the many stand and many options. it is busy, but is has a fun vibe. the coffee roaster at the front of the market serves up good coffee as well. definitely would use this place a lot if i lived here.",
        "interesting indoor market that is kind of old worldish. some of the items were pricey but a lot of interesting things. major disappointment is that it is not open every day or in the evenings.",
        "located in a beautiful old building, this is a must see. the pierogi palace has some interesting fillings for their pierogis. i enjoyed being able to buy good quality butter and sour cream by the weight. we weren't staying in the area long enough to sample all the goods for sale but i can say everything looked fresh and good quality. what we did buy was good and reasonably priced and the vendors were all friendly. i was disappointed that the bakery selling pies was not open.",
        "this is a cute little indoor market with many tourists and locals who enjoy fresh produce. it wasn't any more impressive than other cities'markets though.",
        "they have great food here.... just wish they had proper seating lol to enjoy my bratwurst. but there are some nearby benches to enjoy your treats when the weather is nice.",
        "get an apple fritter parking is awful on saturdays. i ended up giving up and went on sunday instead and was able to find a parking spot within 10 min of driving around.",
        "this place was a pretty typical market in a very cool building. mostly meats, fruits and veggies. a few unique vendors but was only passing through so wasn't really shopping. did try a smoked sausage sandwich from franks which was good. also bought some bacon jerky from one of the vendors - it was good but some cuts were basically all fat ( i would recommend asking specifically ). if i were staying in cleveland longer, this place would definitely be a stop for some fresh items.",
        "most of the food here is uncooked outside bread and bakeries. having been a fan of markets of food all over the world. was hoping to find more cleveland specialities. even the perogy was uncooked. ended up with microwaved crab cakes for $ 3. 5 and home made slim jim's. steve's gyro had the longest line though out of all the shops.",
    ],
    "summary": "ended up getting towed from a parking lot near to the market. this in its self is not the markets fault but there was no good parking directions as the markets parking lot is under construction. after finally paying a expensive fee i ended up leaving with a bad feeling for cleveland and westside market. it would would have been nice to see more cops making sure the area was secure as i felt my car was illegally towed. but what really can a out of towner do."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this zapata's appears to be one of three in the charlotte area. it is almost hidden in a shopping center that takes considerable effort to get into. the restaurant itself is both bigger and much nicer inside than the storefront would suggest. the service is prompt and efficient. the portions are generous, the prices are modest, and the food is quite good.",
        "it is just good, solid * not fancy * mexican fare. service is good and friendly. always welcoming. we go a couple times a month. is it the absolute best i have ever had, no, but i don't live near abuleos. good solid food that we keep going back to. better than most in the area.",
        "i had the fajita burrito and it was great. service was knowledgeable and prompt. adding this place to my repeat list. salsa, chips, drink, and large meal for 11 bucks is awesome.",
        "this is our go - to sunday dinner. kids eat free so the price is very good on sunday. the mole is pretty good and the burritos are gigantic. i don't think i've ever had anything that wasn't good, but the more authentic plates are definitely better than the americanized options. surprisingly, the burger is not bad.",
        "i've been to these chain mexican restaurants before, but i have never had these types of tacos before. the \" hawaiano \" ones might best ones i've had outside of eating at a food truck. defiantly recommend, and service is good for it being a friday night.",
        "excellent margaritas and i love the beans and rice. staff is very friendly",
        "hmmm... sat at the bar to watch the game and eat some good mx food. food was great and drinks were good when i could get them. the service at the bar was horrible! i had to beg my server for attention. i am not even sure there is a bartender that works there as a \" bartender \". i used to love this place but now, eh. sad.",
        "love this place! i used to eat here all the time, but then moved away. work brought me back into town, so i had to stop in for lunch. it hasn't changed. food is absolutely delicious and the price is right. a little backstory : i didn't eat mexican food for over 15 years because i couldn't find any i liked... zapatas is the restaurant that intrigued my mexican tastebuds. best mexican restaurant i've ever eaten at.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place has a pretty good selection of food, the quality is good, and the service is prompt. its a shame that this place didn't have a better location. it is smaller and hard to find. i thinks its a great place to sit down and get a great meal quickly. i think kids eat free on sunday."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "awesome place to go, every kind of food you can imagine, if you go make sure you try steve's gyros. they are one of a kind. definitely the best gyro i have ever had. if you go late in the day you can get great deals on meat and produce.",
        "all the fresh meats you could shake a stick at. fo'real! tons of delicious looking, fresh meats and treats to be had here. if only i lived in cleveland, i'd be here all the time. my suggestion? get here early if yo actually want to do some shopping as vendors tend to sell out towards the end of the day. and do yourself a favor and get a gyro from steve's gyro ( the jumbo's only $ 2 more, and look at how much more meat you get! )",
        "this is home. i absolutely love juice garden's vanilla bean lemonade, the customer service and food quality of d. h. whitaker, theresa's bakery's chocolate chip cannolis, basketeria's produce.",
        "i love this place! it's huge, great selection of meats, cheeses and fruits. i could spend a whole morning here just looking at all of the cases.",
        "i love the market! it represents a huge historical chunk of cleveland, and has some amazing vendors and selections. fresh produce, lovely things to snack on. my favorites being basketeria organic produce, the european specialty foods shop in the corner, and crepes de luxe. you can't beat grabbing a tamale from orale or sampling some perfect aged gouda at the same european store. check it out! best times to go are early saturday when all the vendors are open, or on wednesday!",
        "first time back here in 20 years on a recent visit to cleveland. now that i live in texas, many of the ethnic specialties i remember from my childhood are especially wonderful and preserved here! so glad to see the revitalization here and really enjoyed the tiny ladylocks from vera's bakery here. they never even made them home - - i ate them out of the box as we ran around the tremont area shopping later that afternoon.",
        "the best market not only in cleveland, but at least in all of ohio if not the midwest. fresh meats, fish, produce, and in the past 10 years they have added quite a few specialty stands that have things like hummus, olives, coffee, etc. you could spend all day there, and if you know where to look, you could still walk away with money in your pocket. best pork ( in my opinion ) is that sebastian's meats. you can buy beef at any one of the stands and be happy. it's all fresh, and it will make you happy.",
        "awesome place!!! great selection of produce and fresh meats, breads, salsa's, pierogi's, etc..! highly recommend it and it's a feast for the eyes. really cool aspect of cleveland.",
    ],
    "summary": "one of the best places in cleveland. there are few places that have a classic market feel. there's a great array of cheeses, meats, fruits, and vegetables. it's a pillar in cleveland. it's not open every day of the week, so make sure to check the hours before you go!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great food! guacamole was delicious and the server was very friendly. my chimichangas were cooked to perfection.",
        "this is the second time i have been here. both times the food was very good. first time i had the enchiladas. they were good but i wouldn't say my favorite. last night i had the street tacos and a cup of tortilla soup. tacos were great and i would order them again fresh, and all the flavors were great. the soup, by far was my favorite. i will go back for the soup again. i want a bowl next time as a meal instead of the cup. although, the cup size is very large. the soup tasted like something my grandma got up early and cooked all day. so rich and flavorful. get the soup! decor needs a revamp.",
        "great food great service. the salsas are excellent and authentic mexican flavors. beautiful artwork all around to look at. would definitely go back.",
        "i am new to the area and absolutely love mexican food. i have been trying out as many mexican restaurants to find my top 5 favorites. i feel confident for now to add this one to my list. friendly staff with reasonable prices serving very tasty food! fresh guacamole, salsa, chips delisciuos. hearty flavorful food portions. cleaned and traditional decorations. i will be back again soon.",
        "yum! soooooo good! excellent menu - lots to choose from. this socal girl is very happy! cadillac margarita was excellent, too. i will be back.....",
        "well, i finally figured i would give this place a shot. i have lived in the area for almost 2 years and been by many times. i stopped in for lunch and was pleasantly surprised! the place was very clean and the staff is very friendly with management swinging by every table to make sure everything was perfect. the food was hot and tasty and served very fast. what a great value...",
        "delicious! guacamole was fresh and authentic! it was nice to be able to sit outside and enjoy the scenery. staff was very attentive.",
        "updated menu with lots of great, refreshing choices. the maui quesadilla was fantastic!",
    ],
    "summary": "really great mexican food with awesome waitstaff. pollo asada burrito was different what i've had before, but still good. the place was crowded with two full tables that spanned the restaurant, but our waitress was pleasant and attentive. portions were good sizes and the price was awesome. will be back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "delicious! guacamole was fresh and authentic! it was nice to be able to sit outside and enjoy the scenery. staff was very attentive.",
        "excellent margaritas and i love the beans and rice. staff is very friendly",
        "food is delicious and lunch deals are amazing! i especially like the chimichangas and the staff are very friendly.",
        "good mexican food in cornelius. we've been here a few times and have yet to be disappointed. tonight, i had a jumbo house margarita, which was generous on the tequila but not too strong and not too sweet, and the combination platter with a beef taco and chicken chimichanga. both were very good. portions are good and not obnoxiously large, like some mexican restaurants. zapatas and el toro are the 2 best mexican options in the area, in my opinion.",
        "i had the fajita burrito and it was great. service was knowledgeable and prompt. adding this place to my repeat list. salsa, chips, drink, and large meal for 11 bucks is awesome.",
        "this is your best mexican option for the lake norman area. they are run extremely well and have great ownership. i highly suggest trying the ritas... i have not found a better tasting margarita anywhere else. another must try is the homemade verde salsa, absolutely unreal. chips always come out hot and every dish i've tried has been fantastic.",
        "this is our go - to sunday dinner. kids eat free so the price is very good on sunday. the mole is pretty good and the burritos are gigantic. i don't think i've ever had anything that wasn't good, but the more authentic plates are definitely better than the americanized options. surprisingly, the burger is not bad.",
        "great food! guacamole was delicious and the server was very friendly. my chimichangas were cooked to perfection.",
    ],
    "summary": "possibly the best mexican in the area. ingredients are always fresh and service is solid. i love the arroz con pollo though some may think the sauce is a little too much on the tomato side. they flash fry a jalapeno if you want it o the side and it is the perfect mix of cooked and raw jalapeno flavor and texture. chips and salsa are always generous and refilled. they do very good flavored pork for their pork dishes."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "by far my favorite mexican place anywhere in the us. so happy to get a chance to come back here again. rarely i am excited about dinner, this is one of my exceptions!! best place, best food, great portions, awesome family service!",
        "this is your best mexican option for the lake norman area. they are run extremely well and have great ownership. i highly suggest trying the ritas... i have not found a better tasting margarita anywhere else. another must try is the homemade verde salsa, absolutely unreal. chips always come out hot and every dish i've tried has been fantastic.",
        "i am new to the area and absolutely love mexican food. i have been trying out as many mexican restaurants to find my top 5 favorites. i feel confident for now to add this one to my list. friendly staff with reasonable prices serving very tasty food! fresh guacamole, salsa, chips delisciuos. hearty flavorful food portions. cleaned and traditional decorations. i will be back again soon.",
        "the absolute best mexican food in north carolina. great food and great service. you cannot go wrong with that! i especially love that their food is not loaded with cheese sauce and you can actually taste the flavor of the food. their arroz con pollo is one of my favorite dishes!",
        "yum! soooooo good! excellent menu - lots to choose from. this socal girl is very happy! cadillac margarita was excellent, too. i will be back.....",
        "authentic mexican food!! the menu is diverse and offers something for everyone. this is the best mexican restaurant in lkn!!",
        "the absolute best mexican north of charlotte. awesome service too! we eat here once a week and have never had a bad experience.",
        "love this place! i used to eat here all the time, but then moved away. work brought me back into town, so i had to stop in for lunch. it hasn't changed. food is absolutely delicious and the price is right. a little backstory : i didn't eat mexican food for over 15 years because i couldn't find any i liked... zapatas is the restaurant that intrigued my mexican tastebuds. best mexican restaurant i've ever eaten at.",
    ],
    "summary": "i am not a big fan for mexican cuisine, but this place is awesome. the ambiance is great, the service is very knowledgeable on the menu and even helps to provide you specialty dishes. the food is extremely delicious. always freshly prepared. it's one of my favorite restaurants in cornelius area."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "really nice market with tons of fresh produce, meats, candy, baked goods, etc. i was very impressed with the wide variety of options and wonderful smells all around. they even had free parking there! wow! if i lived in cleveland i would be a regular for sure.",
        "really worth the trip. great food - - some very un usual. the little cafe was nice nothing special. the waitress really nice. great place to visit! would have given a 5 but wings were partly raw. cooked in micro at home. great taste and breading. absolutely loved the homemade chips.",
        "the best of what cleveland has to offer! my parents have been bringing us to the wsm since i can remember, now that i've grown and moved away. i stop by every time i'm in town and this easter holiday was no exception. our family tradition is to get bratwurst sandwiches on soft roll w / stadium mustard! wow! does that bring back memories! a must see when in cleveland!",
        "this is truly worth a trip to cleveland alone! this place is so alive and everyone was so friendly. i was able to take the rta directly there which was very convenient. i was also surprised by how great the prices were ; typically at local markets you see really overpriced goods, but the prices were competitive with supermarkets for much higher quality produce. one of my favorite parts was the european imports shop. all the free samples were great too!",
        "lots of fresh produce. gigantic carrots! any and every kind of fruit and vegetables you could want! i bought some strawberries and mangoes, i got a great deal it was the end of the day, they looked nice but when i got them home the mangoes were all brown inside! if i was a local i would shop there weekly and would have taken them back. really a great place.",
        "i love, love, love this place. in my opinion it's better than the food halls at harrod's in london. the food they sell here is amazing. i have tried their pierogies, fresh pasta, buckeyes and olive oil. i highly recommend all of them. if i lived in ohio, i would come here all the time. the food is reasonably priced and delicious!!",
        "my family has been going to the west side market for hundreds of year, and they love it! when my grandparents immigrated here from croatia. they tell me stories of when they went there they would get pushed around by the old ladies with their grocery bags! back to the point! if you want cheap amazing food visit the west side market. especially the mediterranean imported foods store, noodlecat, whatever that crepe place is called, and the whole produce section! they are all amazing!!!",
        "visited the west side market while passing thru cleveland. i wish we had it in our area. parking was free for less then 90 minutes. the selection of produce, meats, and deserts was amazing. and the prices were better than the markets in our area. we loaded of on fresh fruit and deserts to continue our road trip.",
    ],
    "summary": "my happy place! local people selling food as local as they can get it. any cut of meat you could ever ask for. and if they dont have it, they will help you find someone who does. cheese for everyone! veggies and fruit galore with the local products at the very back on the produce hall. i dont know what i could do if i move from here."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "west side market is the gem of the ohio city neighborhood. we stopped in on a saturday afternoon and wondered around tasting and viewing every variety of food. cheeses, fresh bread and pasta, butchers, spices, macaroons, produce, west side market has it all. a friend recommended the falafel stand in the back left corner, so we split a spicy falafel sandwich ( $ 5 ). hot, packed with flavor and tahini straight from heaven. this sandwich is a must when at the market. almost all vendor stands were filled making it lively and a fun environment. cleveland has something special with this place, and i look forward to visiting next time i am back in town.",
        "such a big part of cleveland, oh. like there's no better way to spend a weekend morning in cle than at the west side market. the coffee stand inside of the market has some of the best iced coffee i've ever had! produce is so affordable and fresh. we always love picking up some desserts too... they have cannolis, apple fritters, macaroons, etc. so much variety!! they also have an ohio city pasta stand. parking can be a bit of a situation but park off bridge st!",
        "the westside market is one of the best places cleveland, err, ohio city to buy food. i have never seen so much meat in one place, ever. anything from strip steak to entire pigs can be had at this place, with a little seafood thrown in. the produce is in tents outside and almost an afterthought, but really well stocked. the prices are very reasonable. this is a must - go if you are looking for groceries. the drive is worth it.",
        "i can't say anything negative about this place. if you are looking for fresh produce, meat, baked goods, dairy, you know it.... come to the west side market. the experience itself is amazing. it feels like you are somewhere far from cleveland. get there early, because it gets really busy and parking could get tricky. i love going to the west side market to get groceries. the best!",
        "this place was so amazing! warning. if you're a vegetarian, i hope you are ok with seeing lots of meat. the food was so fresh. my friend and i stopped by for an hour ogling at the bread, pastries, jerky, fresh seafood, pasta, and more. we ate apple fritters, had coffee, bought a bread blossom, and a corned beef pasty. i wish we lived near here to buy our meats! it was an enjoyable time walking around and speaking with the vendors. i wish our stomachs were bigger so that we could eat more! yum yum! highly recommend stopping by the market.",
        "parking is not difficult to find at all because there is a lot right beside it! the prices are so great. definitely worth the drive! 1 little box of blueberries ranges anywhere from 2. 50 to 4. 50 at stores but here at the market you can get six boxes for $ 10. really good and fresh!! they also accept cards just incase you don't have cash.",
        "love this place. i wished i lived close by to shop at this place for fruits, vegetables and meat. it's a must stop if you're visiting cleveland. started my self tour with a coffee from city roast ( good coffee ), walked all the aisles and kept debating if we should purchase any meat even though we had a long drive ahead. found rambutans at the fruit section which brought homeland memories for me. i'm from malaysia originally and my grandma had this fruit tree in her backyard. all in all, a great market. hoping indy would have this at some point.",
        "how have i never wrote a review of wsm?!?! the best of cleveland history centrally located on the near west side. easy access to downtown, east side, west side and south. there are so many amazing food vendors here. if you are looking for any type of unique food this is the place. meat, veggies, fruits, desserts, breads. everything you could need under one roof.",
    ],
    "summary": "the coolest thing in cleveland. i am not sure how helpful reviewing this place is but it deserves 5 stars. this is what cleveland is. it has flavors of old cleveland and new. whether if you want produce, meat, pasta, seafood etc. this is the best place to get all of it. steaks, pierogis, lobster, fish, salsa noodles, baked goods. the best in ohio hands down. if you are hungry grab a bite. there are so many food options to choose from. i recommend a gyro or a brat."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my all all all time place to shop, wonder and browse. to me the westside market is a cleveland landmark. it reminds me of my childhood. it has always been a perfect place to shop and learn about products and and try new things. almost never leave with out an apple fritter, turkey smokies ( with no nitrates ) and cheese. now that we live so close i can stop almost daily. i'll have to post again after i've spent more time learning all the venders.",
        "the best market not only in cleveland, but at least in all of ohio if not the midwest. fresh meats, fish, produce, and in the past 10 years they have added quite a few specialty stands that have things like hummus, olives, coffee, etc. you could spend all day there, and if you know where to look, you could still walk away with money in your pocket. best pork ( in my opinion ) is that sebastian's meats. you can buy beef at any one of the stands and be happy. it's all fresh, and it will make you happy.",
        "west side market is the gem of the ohio city neighborhood. we stopped in on a saturday afternoon and wondered around tasting and viewing every variety of food. cheeses, fresh bread and pasta, butchers, spices, macaroons, produce, west side market has it all. a friend recommended the falafel stand in the back left corner, so we split a spicy falafel sandwich ( $ 5 ). hot, packed with flavor and tahini straight from heaven. this sandwich is a must when at the market. almost all vendor stands were filled making it lively and a fun environment. cleveland has something special with this place, and i look forward to visiting next time i am back in town.",
        "this place is amazing. never seen anything like it. if you can't fine it here, it probably doesn't exist. every kind of vegetable one can imagine. every kind of meat, cows, lamb, goat, chicken, rabbit, etc. etc. pastries of all kinds. you name it, they have it.",
        "i had no idea what to expect from cleveland but i sure did make the right decision to stop here on my road trip. stevie's gyros, fresh meat, deserts to infinity and beyond... you name it and west side market has it. i knew that if i lived in the area, i would come here weekly to get my nice cuts of meat and cheeses. plus steve's gyro has been featured on man v. food! i'm telling everyone i know that this is must visit when in town.",
        "lots to see and lots to buy. crowded on a saturday. that said this was a great visit with so many produce stands in one building and meat markets and bakeries in the other. i had a wonderful breakfast of bacon, eggs and cheese ( with a hashbrown inside um... no ) on a soft roll. this was at johnnys hot dogs. lovely price of $ 3. 75. we were traveling from far away so buying fresh meats was an impossibility. we opted for smoked sausages. the prices ranged from $ 10. 99 a lb to $ 7. 99 a lb. compare prices before buying. friendly sellers for the most part. definitely worth a trip.",
        "a great market to bring out of town guests and show off cleveland! ohio city pasta is one of my favorite booths, and they carry vegan ravioli that are amazing. there's also a store in the corner that sells international products, and make great gifts. prices are competitive with grocery stores, and i've always gotten good quality ingredients. rita's has the biggest selection of olives i've ever seen in such a small place!",
        "great market in a large, historical building. similar to milwaukee public market but much better. huge ( free ) parking lot with easy access to market. lots of veggies, fruits, homemade foods, ready to eat foods, spices, cheeses and homemade sausages, etc. most vendors were friendly. some were pushing for sales. best time to go is within first hour of opening. way less people and less strollers. many locals have been shopping here since childhood. if i lived in cleveland, i would shop here regularly.",
    ],
    "summary": "if you are a foodie, even if you're not but you think you are, you need to go here. it is so awesome. go hungry and buy salami, smoked sausage, gyro, fresh bread and cheese all from different vendors and take it upstairs to eat. when you're done with that go get true european pastries and a coffee. on your way out stop and buy fruit in the back. every large city needs a place like this."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "one of the best pastry places i have visited. absolutely love their tiramisu, creme brulee and cheesecakes. their cappuccino and biscotti are a must have. good options for vegetarians. their basil pesto and sun dried tortellini are mind blowing. also love the vegetarian stromboli. would really recommend this place for a weekend brunch.",
        "yumm. the pastries are lovely and very fresh. the entrees are respectable. sometimes there's a line, but the staff does an admirable job managing the process. it's disappointing when the close staff closes early.",
        "presti's is great for lunch during the week or on the weekend. their pizzas are what i remember from my childhood, just like grandma's! it is impossible for me to leave without a loaf of their fresh baked bread and cookies. the kids have the biggest smiles when they see the box. you need patients if you are planning to eat at the traditional 12 : 00 lunch hour. if you are flexible on the time i suggest a half hour on either side to make the process quicker.",
        "great cookies, great canoli, great coffee. large selection of beautiful desserts and lunch itmes. looking forward to going back!",
        "i love this spot! my personal faves are the cheesecake, apricot linzers, and stromboli. yum!",
        "presti family, you rock! this bakery is fantastic. so happy to have found you on our visit to case western. the service is friendly and helpful. but the best thing is the custard puff. omg, this deal is the real thing. so crispy and flaky on the outside and sweet and delicious on the inside. not only that, my picky hubby requested a crazy espresso drink, and they were happy to follow his wishes. being here since 1903, i wish you many more generations to come. that way, i can keep eating those custard puffs!!",
        "seriously delicious! this place is always packed with people which is why you have to remember to take a number from the deli - number - roller - machine at the entrance. nice assortment of deliciousness. parking is a nightmare though!",
        "first of all, the glass front of this eatery is awesome. i love being able to see inside as i walk down the street or people - watch as i eat a cannoli. the store is always clean and the staff is quite friendly. the items are displayed beautifully and have flavors to match. presti's is a great place to stop for lunch, dinner, or a desert.",
    ],
    "summary": "presti's is fantastic! it's just a little italian bakery that has some nice lunch options too! their ticket service is cute, and they are very friendly! i especially like their stromboli, any kind, but be sure to ask for some sauce on the side! they also do a mean cannoli and a great tiramisu!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "west side market is simply amazing. you're not a clevelander if you haven't been. saturdays can get pretty packed, so make sure you come early or go later. the produce is fresh, and the baked goods and cheeses are delicious. very cheap too. the falafel place in one of the corners has some of the best falafel i have ever had! even if you don't plan on getting anything, it's just fun walking around and seeing everything that's offered.",
        "everything you could want in a local market under one roof - or two, if you count the separate l - shaped produce hall. wsm is the place to load up on everything from spices ( whole ) to spaghetti ( fresh - made ). you can shop there for years and still not try everything, or discover something new each time. grab a crepe at crepes de luxe, try the wares at judy's oasis ( middle - eastern goods ) and if you're looking for the best corned beef in cleveland, steve check's will set you up.",
        "we popped in right before closing time while visiting cleveland because we'd read good things. for a local, i could see this place being amazing. tons of meat, fruit, veggies, cheeses, etc. on sale at great prices. as we arrived, the shops were all closing up for the day. i was kind of bummed. i would have loved to purchase some tasty treats, but i knew the meat probably wouldn't sit well unrefrigerated on the drive home to chicago. if you're a local, don't miss out!",
        "great market in a large, historical building. similar to milwaukee public market but much better. huge ( free ) parking lot with easy access to market. lots of veggies, fruits, homemade foods, ready to eat foods, spices, cheeses and homemade sausages, etc. most vendors were friendly. some were pushing for sales. best time to go is within first hour of opening. way less people and less strollers. many locals have been shopping here since childhood. if i lived in cleveland, i would shop here regularly.",
        "i love the west side market! my favorite stands are : eileen's cheese, boutros brothers, decaro's, the european store, kaufman's poultry, kate's fish, the pork chop shop, foster's beef, ohio city pasta, orale, the juice garden, narin spice & vera's bakery & rooted in cleveland. the prices are great, the quality is awesome & the experience is unbeaten. the vendors remember me & always throw something extra in.",
        "where else in cleveland can you..... see a whole pig get split in half?... buy coffee buy the cup or the pound?... get new york extra sharp black wax cheddar cheese?... eat the most awesome apple fritters ever made by the nicest old lady ever?... get a gyro as big as your head?... eat the best tasting falafel in ohio?... get every spice, pasta or bread ever known to man?... find fresh, cheap veggies of every kind? need i say more?",
        "if you're in the mood for meat, this is the place to go! i've never seen so many different cuts of meat in my life. besides meat, they had a coffee stand, a couple pastry stands ( highly suggest the canolies... holy cow! ), a mediterranean stand and others. i wanted to try everything but with it being a saturday morning, it was very crowded and i lost patience after about 10 minutes so i settled on canolies. overall, i dont think you could go wrong with whatever you chose, as everything looks so fresh! there is an upper balcony section where you can go and enjoy your sweet treats, that overlooks the entire market. great people watching!",
        "overwhelmed with delicious food! i wasn't too impressed with the produce section of the market, but the other side, i was blown away by! we tasted a lot of different things. the gyro with real lamb meat from maha's was a nice change of pace from processed gyro meat. a huge $ 4 napolean rocked my world. i wish i could remember the name of the stand that sells them. also, the home made enchiladas at orale are not to be missed. they had over eight different ones to try! seriously, this place has everything you could imagine. i will definitely be back on my next trip to cleveland.",
    ],
    "summary": "awesome place to go, every kind of food you can imagine, if you go make sure you try steve's gyros. they are one of a kind. definitely the best gyro i have ever had. if you go late in the day you can get great deals on meat and produce."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "being from california with so many options for filipino food, filipino food restaurants in az is very scarce. so when i found this place, i was thrilled! their food is great and authentic and the workers are really nice. the only reason why i marked one star off is because it was so expensive. just for my meal alone was $ 17!!! i got three items : sisig, beef steaf and caldereta. i was shocked it costed that much. but the food items were delicious!!",
        "i'm new to filipino cuisine but not to great food & service. i was on a streak of eating there 5 days in a row because i enjoy the people & food that much! i've introduced my employees, business associates and clients to this gem, they all love it! the soups, awesome. the bbq, unreal. the service, unmatched. the environment, home. there could be better filipino food out there, i wouldn't know. i do feel very comfortable saying their food is delicious. it's a must try. top notch.",
        "love this place. the staff are so friendly and so easy to talk to. alice is so nice, i feel at home when i'm there. the food is very good and reasonably priced. there was hardly any waiting, looked very clean. i was hoping someone would start singing on the karaoke machine. i mean, what's a filipino establishment without one, am i right? lol. will go there again and again.",
        "oh man... this place is good! i rarely eat filipino food, but that'll change. i have no clue what i ate but everything was delish! the nice lady behind the counter explained all of the dishes to us and still, i have no clue what everything was. my husband and i shared 5 different dishes and it was all tasty. we had a banana jackfruit dessert that was great as well. definitely will be back!",
        "the food is fantastic! the owners are so friendly. true pampangeno cooking. everything from the caldereta to the ginatan is great. if there is something specific that you want, you need to call and they'll accommodate you. they also have awesome breakfasts.",
        "absolutely filipino food craving satisfied. the family is kampampangan and you will definitely love each meal. we went there a few minutes before closing and they gave us free meals that are all sooo good. everyone is so nice and friendly and definitely a place we will come back to. homesickness cured for now! burp!!!",
        "best filipino food in az. yummy pancit, crispy pata, adobo. alice and staff are such nice people. everything is good. no bad choices. i recommend trying this restaurant.",
        "ma sarap! delicious. i had the sinigang and kare kare. both were fantastic. perfect flavor. not too salty or too much patis, just right and so good. i also had the halo halo, which is not premixed, and it was so good. the flan on top was outstanding. i used to go to jeepney years ago, but it went downhill, so i have to go west to get good filipino food. finally, good filipino food in the east valley.",
    ],
    "summary": "they have fairly decent food. i didn't get to try much since i arrived before closing and they were limited on selections, but from what i had, it was good. i do however recommend their halo halo! it was so good and is a must try! the service was amazing! everyone is super friendly and welcoming. i will definitely be back to this place when i visit phoenix."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we dropped by during the feast of assumption and it was packed! the wait was well with the delicate and delicious pastry! the fresh fruit cheesecake is very fluffy and semi - sweet - - which is how i like my cheesecake. the cannoli had a nice crunch and deliciously sweet filling! i'll definitely be back to the everything else! price is reasonable for sure. just make sure you take a number and listen for it when they call it out : )",
        "had lunch at presti's recently and it was delicious! i had an eggplant sandwich and my friend had a veggie sandwich. the restaurant is a counter - service place with a large, italian - food selection, plenty of pastries and house - made breads. the workers were very friendly and they were very helpful ( and apologetic ) when my first choice was sold out for the day. there are plenty of options and many price points so there is something for everyone. parking is either in nearby parking lots or street parking. it wasn't too busy at lunchtime but it might be tough to find parking in the evenings.",
        "omg. you should try today's panini. it is soso delicious. stromboni is also good. panini is the best!! for dessert try canoli and tiramisu.",
        "excellent pastries and cappuccino. had the cannoli, creme brule, and a macaroon. all tasty. long wait to place an order because it was very busy. corbos - a block away - is also excellent with no wait.",
        "visited after lunch on fri 11 / 17. very crowded so we grabbed our number and waited while peering at the tremendous selection of cookies, pastries, pies, and cakes. there really is something for everyone. our party of 7 each had something different including creme brulee, cheesecake, assorted cookies, chocolate croissant, and brownies. also had espresso and cappuccino. everything that passed my lips was delicious. parking was tight in the area, and the wait was long, but we ultimately enjoyed the experience.",
        "waited 25 minutes here to grab 1 cannoli to go! no regrets! very family friendly and date friendly establishment for a yummy treat in little italy. most guests enjoyed a pastry / cake with coffee at tea. adorable!",
        "yummy! enjoyed a delicious hot chai tea latte and breakfast croissant sandwich. the croissant was light and delicious. i also bought a pound of their cookies. yummy!",
        "this place was fantastic!! well okay i haven't actually eaten there, but my boyfriend picked up a slice of pumpkin cheesecake and double chocolate cheesecake from presti's for my birthday. it was fantastic! especially the pumpkin. i made him go back and get another slice of pumpkin the following weekend! probably some of the best cheesecake i've had in my life. and i've had a lot of cheesecake...",
    ],
    "summary": "i love coming here for a good dessert and going the old school way by pulling a number and waiting to be called. my favorite here is the cassata cake, but we also had the tiramisu and it was really good. the best part of the cassata cake is the fresh strawberries and light whipped cream. there is a ton of food to choose from as well, but i haven't actually made it here for lunch or dinner. i have to say though everything smelled so good."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "just a classic cleveland destination. the highlights are the meats, cheeses and other specialty purveyors. the lowlight is the produce. nothing wrong with it, prices good if you barter a little, but a pedestrian variety of produce. some of the better giant eagle stores have considerably more of hard to find items.",
        "very fun market! enjoyed the many stand and many options. it is busy, but is has a fun vibe. the coffee roaster at the front of the market serves up good coffee as well. definitely would use this place a lot if i lived here.",
        "this was a nice market. adam and i were walking around and opted to come in here to see if we could get a snack or any provisions for the rest of our road trip. there were a ton of vendors with all sorts of fruits, veggies, and meats. we were able to walk around and see everything and talk to all of the vendors. the prices for everything were great and every vendor as competitive for the sale but not crazy about making sure they are the ones getting the sale. overall, it was a pretty good place to get your produce and i would suggest a stop here.",
        "probably the nicest produce and meat market in the united states. the produce prices are good... the provision and meat prices are average, but you can find some value if you browse around. a true cleveland gem!",
        "great little, fresh market. we heard this was a place to see when in cleveland and enjoyed walking around the food stalls. there were a few fresh food vendors ( which i thought there would be more ) but we did try a few tasty bites. an interesting place to see if in downtown cleveland.",
        "this market puts our eastern market in dc to shame. i only wish i had a way to keep everything fresh during the hot day. i would have loved to take advantage of the variety of foods the vendors had to offer. i will definitely come back for gyros.",
        "this place has everything you could possibly need for to create a fresh app, entree, and / or dessert. awesome historic atmosphere makes it feel like you're stepping back a few decades to when people shopped at local vendors / markets as opposed to giant grocery stores. make sure to go to the 2nd floor for views of the building that are second to none. even better, grab a crepe & coffee right in front of the staircase and enjoy those with the good views ; you won't be disappointed!",
        "such a cool place to visit while you're in town. this place has so much good eye candy that it's ridiculous! local butchers, bakers, candy makers, farmers, etc. make up the vendors, and there's a nice cafe that serves up some mean grill type food for breakfast and lunch. it's worth a look, and buy some real macaroons for later.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is what you would expect from a city market. we went on a saturday around noon and it was pretty packed. good produce section with fresh offerings but not necessarily locally grown offerings, obviously we are in northeast ohio! in the main building there are a ton of raw meat kiosks so if you are looking for meats, this is the place to be. also a pretty large offering in dessert kiosks. highlight for my husband was the beef jerky."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "everything is super fresh, and well priced. you can find vegetables and meats that you cannot find in the grocery stores. the setup is a little hectic, but it's because there are so many things to see and browse. not only do they have fresh meats and produce, but they have shops with sauces, candies, coffee, etc. there are even restaurants serving fresh meals. if you have a weekend day, and feel like spending a few hours browsing for your next meal or eight, highly suggest checking this place out.",
        "such a great place to make a day out of it. unless you know 100 % what you want, don't expect this to be an in and out grocery store. get some coffee, walk up every aisle, get some pastry's, what is there not to like? have lunch also at one of the many places outside",
        "from fresh meats, produce, bread, grains, spices, coffee, lunch, or dessert. this place has everything! the prices aren't bad either. the spice shop in particular was a great deal and they had almost everything you could possibly need! if you go into the produce section be prepared to haggle because there are some serious hustlers in there! also, remember to bring cash. there are a lot of vendors that don't accept credit cards.",
        "this is as good as it gets for markets. you will not find a better, fresher, market for high quality produce, meats, seafood, or flowers at a great price. parking is pretty reasonably had. a true diamond in the rough.",
        "great market to wander and buy items that you may not find elsewhere. i don't like the fact that they charge for parking now. i believe you get an hour for free but when i go there i'm usually not in a rush. the best part of shopping here is that there was never a need to rush. so many vendors and so much to try. you can grab a bite to eat here and shop for a while. however, the paid parking left a bad taste in my mouth. not gonna hurry back. there are other markets.",
        "seriously love this place. great coffee at the stand in the back corner by the flowers. amazing smokies and jerky available. grandma campbell's cupcake are to die for. this is my go to location when grocery shopping in the morning hours.",
        "if you have never been to this great cleveland landmark, what are you waiting for?? friendly people, super prices, just about anything you need under one roof. always fresh produce, available owners and workers who are open to questions, and a great way to meet your fellow clevelanders!",
        "whether you're hungry or in need of food wsm is the place to go. you could walk around for hours looking and eating and buying. hands down this is a place everyone should visit if they are coming to cleveland for the first time or from the area. you will not be disappointed, plus there are a ton of restaurants and breweries within walking distance where you can satiate your appetite on delicious fares, many of which are created from foods from the market.",
    ],
    "summary": "i am not sure i can say anything that has not been said. this place is fantastic on all fronts. i guess if i had to be critical i would say the location of the coffee stand kind of sucks. it is in a corner where folks are trying to get in and out. they are also right next to a crepe place and the lines tend to merge. on the upside, meet new people."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love, love, love this place. in my opinion it's better than the food halls at harrod's in london. the food they sell here is amazing. i have tried their pierogies, fresh pasta, buckeyes and olive oil. i highly recommend all of them. if i lived in ohio, i would come here all the time. the food is reasonably priced and delicious!!",
        "this place is amazing. never seen anything like it. if you can't fine it here, it probably doesn't exist. every kind of vegetable one can imagine. every kind of meat, cows, lamb, goat, chicken, rabbit, etc. etc. pastries of all kinds. you name it, they have it.",
        "i crashed in cleveland for a night and i assumed i wouldn't really find much to do. i'm so glad i came across the west side market, i loved it!!!! i left with both arms full of fresh produce, baked goods, food and spices. and everything was so reasonable!!! wish we had something like that in chicago.",
        "on my trip to cleveland, my friends and i stopped into a market on the outskirts of the downtown area. what i saw there, i cannot compare to anything that is local to orlando. the sheer amount of selection at the west side market was unbeatable. everything from fresh vegetables and fruits to homemade jerky and some of the best cuts of beef that i have seen was inches away and readily available for purchase. there were bakeries, both traditional and eclectic. i could go on and on about the variety of options. what i can say is that i am glad i don't live near the west side market because i would just end up spending all of my time and money there as well!",
        "my favorite market of all time. cheese? yes! all kinds of meat? yes! dessert? yes! fruits and veggies? yes! pizza bagels? yes! this place has everything. i like to come here and think of how shopping use to be before we had pour modern day grocery stores. it's a cool and easy way to shop for everything you need. it's also an excellent place to people watch and take in what cleveland has to offer. whether you need to stock up on groceries or just need something to do this is a great place to go.",
        "if you're looking for fresh veggies and fruit with a long'save'time, this isn't the place. the vendors don't get first pick for the freshest, so you best use them quickly. i usually avoid anything except for potatoes and onions and get the rest at heinen's. the meat is always fresh and plentiful. go near the end of the day and the prices get better. need a quick sandwich? a drink? plenty to choose from. the market is a wonderful gem to have in our neighborhood. put your items in a cooler in your car and grab a beer at one of the local micro breweries. make it a day!",
        "amazing experience. i absolutely love shopping at the market. i only wish it was closer to where i live and / or open on sundays! but i can't complain. always friendly service and delicious fresh, unique food.",
        "havent been here in years and finally made it here last weekend. we parked a block away and made our way to the market. at first we walked around the main building'scoping'out what is where and what we might want. i advised the hubby that there is a separate building for just produce and flowers. after eating lunch at the cafe, we made our way around the market and picked up several items. we also went to the produce building and bought a few things there too. going there on a friday wasnt too busy. we were there early afternoon and didnt have to worry about the crowds. love this place.... will definitely be back again ( hopefully ) soon!!",
    ],
    "summary": "the west side market is so cool and as a visitor i loved it. they have all types of food to buy, many international foods and bakeries. you can grab seafood and so many fresh vegetables. the place is fun and clean. you may see something you have never tried. i wished i had a kitchen in my hotel, i would have cooked. you will love this place."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i am not sure i can say anything that has not been said. this place is fantastic on all fronts. i guess if i had to be critical i would say the location of the coffee stand kind of sucks. it is in a corner where folks are trying to get in and out. they are also right next to a crepe place and the lines tend to merge. on the upside, meet new people.",
        "if you have the chance to go to the west side market - do it! even if you aren't there to grocery shop there are plenty of made - to - order items. if you have time be sure to get a gyro from steve's or a crepe from crepes de luxe. this place is truly unique! even if you don't buy anything, it is a sight to see.",
        "seriously love this place. great coffee at the stand in the back corner by the flowers. amazing smokies and jerky available. grandma campbell's cupcake are to die for. this is my go to location when grocery shopping in the morning hours.",
        "the westside market is one of the best places cleveland, err, ohio city to buy food. i have never seen so much meat in one place, ever. anything from strip steak to entire pigs can be had at this place, with a little seafood thrown in. the produce is in tents outside and almost an afterthought, but really well stocked. the prices are very reasonable. this is a must - go if you are looking for groceries. the drive is worth it.",
        "the coolest thing in cleveland. i am not sure how helpful reviewing this place is but it deserves 5 stars. this is what cleveland is. it has flavors of old cleveland and new. whether if you want produce, meat, pasta, seafood etc. this is the best place to get all of it. steaks, pierogis, lobster, fish, salsa noodles, baked goods. the best in ohio hands down. if you are hungry grab a bite. there are so many food options to choose from. i recommend a gyro or a brat.",
        "what a meat market! and a produce market! the best market i have ever been to. period. 100's of vendors selling the freshest produce and every conceivable type of meat here. freshly filled canoli's, freshly made juices, breads. a couple of places to grab a quick bite to eat too. you must go here. the place is 100 years old and still going strong.",
        "if you have never been to this great cleveland landmark, what are you waiting for?? friendly people, super prices, just about anything you need under one roof. always fresh produce, available owners and workers who are open to questions, and a great way to meet your fellow clevelanders!",
        "the west side market reminds me of my childhood! going to the market with my dad and picking out fresh, wholesome food from friendly, welcoming vendors is a treat! the place is full of options for fresh produce, meats, cheeses, and sweets... and for fair prices! i recommend getting a crepe before you shop and heading upstairs to eat it while you pick out what shops you want to stop at to buy groceries for the week. now that i live downtown, i plan on shopping there frequently and supporting the local vendors!",
    ],
    "summary": "everything is super fresh, and well priced. you can find vegetables and meats that you cannot find in the grocery stores. the setup is a little hectic, but it's because there are so many things to see and browse. not only do they have fresh meats and produce, but they have shops with sauces, candies, coffee, etc. there are even restaurants serving fresh meals. if you have a weekend day, and feel like spending a few hours browsing for your next meal or eight, highly suggest checking this place out."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "italian sandwich was so dry and bread was unremarkable. had to doctor up the sandwich with as many condiments as possible. cappuccino was terrible. pastries were delicious. loved the cannoli and the cakes! yum yum, only reason to go there.",
        "yummy bakery items. i especially enjoyed the cannoli. the espresso coffees are perfect, not overcooked like some places. looks like this place gets a lot of regulars.",
        "i have been to this bakery ranging from times when it was very busy to when it was not busy at all. regardless of the unpredicted chaos, the staff was always courteous. in terms of the bakery items, there was nothing there that really knocked my socks. i did try different bakery items around the country so i don't know if i happen to compare the different items unfairly. however, this is still a go to place for most people in the area especially the students. this place is a walkable distance from the university circle, and the items are very reasonably priced. this place also has lunch items ( which i personally did not try ) and has a very large seating area.",
        "prices seemed fair. 2 cannoli and two iced mochas were under around $ 10. the wait was very long despite how many employees were there it seemed only a few were actually getting anything done. one woman helped our group of 4 and when i tried getting a young mans attention to add to our order he told me that i would need to talk to the woman helping us. the cannoli was amazing though and so was the iced mocha. everything in the place looked fantastic. if i ever find myself back in cleveland i will surely spend more time in little italy.",
        "i came in for a cannoli but when i saw all of the choices, i opted for raspberry mousse. so light and airy. i also bought an iced coffee. it's a busy place. make sure you grab a number as soon as you walk in and start making your decision so you can keep things moving.",
        "food fairly good for italian bakery. my taste buds may be spoiled by the tastes from boston, new york, and italy though. large variety of pastries and gelatos, also have some hot foods. good amount of seating but bit loud to really have easy conversation. service fast and efficient. they should wear hair nets though.",
        "presti's is great for getting some good dessert. the selection of italian sweets is extensive, and they also sell fresh bread. their entrees are just ok. most of them are pre - made, so they just reheat them for you when you order, which can make any pasta dishes taste a little overcooked. as for beverages, i like the fact that they have aranciata and limonata at their beverage counter on the side. good stuff!",
        "great place to grab a coffee, pastry, or meal... but make sure you grab a number because the place is too busy to do a traditional line, they go by the number system. thoroughly enjoy their cappuccinos and their creme brulee is one of the best in cleveland. i love the front window seats for people watching and seeing all the fashions in little italy",
    ],
    "summary": "the service can be slow if they're busy so this is not a place to stop for something quick. they have a huge selection of italian pastries, cakes, breads, slices of pizza, and prepared foods. their cappuccino is fabulous and topped with cinnamon. we loved the chocolate cannoli cake, what i would consider a chocolate version of cassata cake. their anise cookies were also great. down fall, was that the cannoli were filled and sitting in the case not filled to order for ideal texture and flavor."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is a really great farmer's market to check out to grab something to eat. i'm from philly and its very similar to reading terminal. it seems like you can find stands representing any cuisine that you want its a pretty cool experience to check out as it was a place i definitely wanted to check it out while in cleveland. there is parking conveniently attached in the back. we went on a weekday but i could see how on the weekend it would be pretty hard to get in and out. i thought it would take up more time to go and see it but for us, it took maybe an hour total time to get in, walk around and leave. but its definitely worth a look.",
        "what doesn't this market have? this place alone would make me want to live in cleveland. so many fresh items on hand and with great prices. ranging from fresh peanut butter and yogurt to a plethora of different kinds of sausage and meats.. and the baked goods? omg out of this world. can't wait to check this place out again sometime.",
        "this is overall one of the best places in cleveland. if you get a chance please visit. i like to have lose money with me when i do visit, it's easier if you just want to buy $ 2 etc worth of items",
        "this place is so much fun!!! the produces were fresh, good looking, and in decent prices. lots of food stands to try from, which i unfortunately didn't get that kind of opportunity as i am from out of town. would recommend this place in a heartbeat to both locals and tourists!",
        "there is nothing better than a large scale market, with unique foods, that's been around forever. when i read about this place on things to do in cleveland, i knew i needed to check it out. as a fan of markets like this, i've been to quite a few, and the only one more impressive is the reading terminal market in philadelphia. this place has everything, but my personal favorites are the perogies and homemade pasta - i love that this market has a uniquely cleveland feel. i also loved the flavored bacon at the meat stand and the ice cream ( of course ). if you're in cleveland, make sure to go.",
        "worth checking out if you're in the city. please note this is a farmers market and a place to get food. originally we thought you could buy souvenirs etc. from here as well. unless they were hidden, it's only a place to buy food. lots of options and a beautiful building to look at. also a great neighbourhood to check out as well. public transit is located very close by.",
        "watch out for some of the outside fruit / veggie vendors, but overall this is an amazing place. great place to get meat, nice atmosphere, good to people watch, and plenty of options for lunch. pride of cleveland, people!",
        "what's not to like about west side market? dozens of local vendors with lots of options for produce, meats, fish, cheese, pastries, etc. this is a great place to bring visitors from out of town to show them a historical landmark of ohio city, but we find ourselves here on most weekends doing some shopping of our own. it gets busy so if you don't like crowds try to get there early or just go on a week day. plenty of parking out back, which you don't have to pay for unless you're there for over 90 minutes.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a legendary market that non ohioans enjoy, always nice to see that since most of us are biased. the market has tons of food vendors ranging from desserts, meat, cheese, fresh food, and produce. it's very busy as you can imagine and has a good amount of vendors. a true cleveland classic, stop buy when you're in the area. it's been featured on a few travel shows, glad to see it still thriving."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "stopped by on recommendation from a local police officer. she was spot on. great bakery. muffins were cake like and addictive. cookies were great. cannoli was great, yet i have to say i don't eat it often. staff was very helpful and friendly. i did give 5 stars yet i did not eat any other food. it looked great. a must stop for little italy.",
        "presti family, you rock! this bakery is fantastic. so happy to have found you on our visit to case western. the service is friendly and helpful. but the best thing is the custard puff. omg, this deal is the real thing. so crispy and flaky on the outside and sweet and delicious on the inside. not only that, my picky hubby requested a crazy espresso drink, and they were happy to follow his wishes. being here since 1903, i wish you many more generations to come. that way, i can keep eating those custard puffs!!",
        "world class. it topped off our side - trip to cleveland's little italy. coffee is excellent. parking is tight in the general area. we were there for dinner, so we did a valet. i would uber.",
        "the desert counter here is amazing, it's absolutely loaded with goodies and everything looks magical. i want to try everything, restraint is definatly required. i ordered the chocolate dipped cannoli and since i am a cannoli traditionalist that was a first for me. the cannoli was as delicious as it should be and the chocolate shell strangely reminded me of chocolate matza. this is a large, packed bakery so grab a number when you walk in door as there will most likely be a wait if you come on a weekend night like i did. it's all good though because it'll give you time to peruse the offerings.",
        "oh so yum! how i wish i lived closer to presti's. i've never tried anything but their desserts, but the desserts... i want them all, all the time. i'm a sucker for bakeries and this is truly as good as it gets. there's not even really much to say. just go. you'll find so many things you want and it will feel like the hardest decision you've made since choosing between the browns home opener or the steelers game.",
        "great cannoli and coffee. excellent atmosphere for a casual cup of joe with some friends. i didn't have time to get the breakfast sandwich but needless to say they look amazing and they are about as big as your head. the sausage on them looks much more substantial than your usual mcmuffin. if i had to place bets it was probably procured from a local butcher. if i had more time i would have gotten one. finally, this is the place to take your kids if you want to spoil them with a real cookie. they have your traditional italian anise cookies right alongside chocolate chip and m & m cookies that are about the size of a personal pizza.",
        "i wish there was an option for 10 star! being italian, i know a good meatball when i smell one! but everything at presti's smells like it just came out of my grandma's oven! i absolutely love their pepperoni bread with marinara sauce! i'll have to give it to them, they have the best pasta sauce in little italy! their bakery is divine, and the gelato they make is amazing! even on a busy summer saturday, they still get through the line quickly and efficiently. presti's is my # 1 place when i go down to little italy!",
        "i found this bakery here on yelp about two years ago and decided to try it because of the wonderful reviews. i'm glad that i did! anytime i need a cake this is where i get it from. the buttercream frosting is the best i've ever had! the prices are good and so is the prepared food! you must try presti's!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "if you have sweet tooth, then this is the place for you. love the creme brulee, cannoli and macaroons. it is my favorite place for a quick sweet dish whenever i visit little italy with my friends. the service is remarkable as the ladies behind the counter often offer their assistance and they make sure customers are well catered to. if you are near campus do visit this place for a bit of great pastry. you won't regret it. i would recommend it from my heart to my sweet tongue"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great gelato, great coffee, and great pastries / desserts to indulge in as you come here before and after your meal in little italy. i think it's probably best after a good meal in any of the many restaurants surrounding the bakery. the place is wide open and can easily get busy, especially as the weekend nears when we all have time to experience life outside of work. if you're in the area, come here get your italian sweet fix.... you won't be diappointed.",
        "great service incredible pastries and food. if you've ever been here, there's no need to explain 5 stars. i've been a customer of theirs 30 years. there is no substitute.",
        "this last year i lived on murray hill so presti's was a quick walk away. i've been there at many different times and each time was at a different point in the day. no matter when i have gone, i always had a fantastic experience. the staff is always friendly and they are willing to do anything for their guests. for meals, i have gotten the meat stromboli and i have gotten the chicken parmesan meal that comes with the chicken, a salad, a role, and pasta. both were outstanding. now for the desserts, i have had so many different things! all are delicious but my favorite dessert has to be their cannolis - a must get! presti's is a fantastic gem in little italy.",
        "i love presti's. i've only been a couple times but i'm constantly wanting to go / thinking about going. the veggie stromboli is out of this world, and i can only imagine that the meat varieties are fantastic too. the eggplant parm is pretty average and i wouldn't get it again. but the pizza is great. as is the apple tart. add to this mouth - watering range of sweet and savory options a warm, cozy, and bustling atmosphere, and you've got yourself a winning eat - in bakery. i can't wait to make many more brunch / snack stops here.",
        "i went in there for a cup of coffee and found a variety of desserts that looked really appetizing. however, since it was the morning and i wanted something to go with the coffee, i chose a breakfast croissant sandwich and it was the best i feel like i've had in a long time! the croissant wasn't too crisp or dry like other croissants i've had and the sauteed bell peppers / onions on top of provolone cheese + egg was something i've never thought of doing before. i was really glad i went and i hope i can find some time to go back and try the desserts!",
        "we took a number from a number dispenser not unlike one that you'd find in your local license bureau and neatly shuffled behind the hungry saturday night crowd that flocked to this bakery. it took maybe 10 - 15 minutes total, which is not bad for that kind of crowd. we went home with our precious tiramisu and other baked goods. as far as tiramisus go, this one was among the airiest, fluffiest and most delicate ones i've tried. i'd say it's up there with the best i had. easy to inhale. this is a great place for dessert and perhaps, paradise if you have a sweet tooth.",
        "great cannoli and coffee. excellent atmosphere for a casual cup of joe with some friends. i didn't have time to get the breakfast sandwich but needless to say they look amazing and they are about as big as your head. the sausage on them looks much more substantial than your usual mcmuffin. if i had to place bets it was probably procured from a local butcher. if i had more time i would have gotten one. finally, this is the place to take your kids if you want to spoil them with a real cookie. they have your traditional italian anise cookies right alongside chocolate chip and m & m cookies that are about the size of a personal pizza.",
        "presti family, you rock! this bakery is fantastic. so happy to have found you on our visit to case western. the service is friendly and helpful. but the best thing is the custard puff. omg, this deal is the real thing. so crispy and flaky on the outside and sweet and delicious on the inside. not only that, my picky hubby requested a crazy espresso drink, and they were happy to follow his wishes. being here since 1903, i wish you many more generations to come. that way, i can keep eating those custard puffs!!",
    ],
    "summary": "great bakery in the heart of little italy. been twice and fast, great service no matter how busy they are. the chicken parm sandwich was as big as my forearm and delicious! cannolis are must get and the tiramisu is fantastic. get a box of a pastries to go so you can enjoy the charm of this great cafe from your home."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "presti's is one of my favorite places in cleveland! i went here all the time when i lived in little italy. they have a huge variety of pastries ranging from m & ms cookies to fancy miniature cheesecakes. they also serve a variety of lunch type foods, like sandwiches, stromboli and pizza by the slice. oh, and of course there's the gelato! so yummy! there really is something for everyone here. word of warning though, they are usually quite busy! make sure to take a number before looking at all those pastries. : )",
        "the tiramisu is amazing. 5 $ but delicious. honestly that piece is for one person but could share up to 2 maybe. the cookies are great but a little pricey at about 75 cents each. the fruit tart at 5. 50 $ is delicious but also a bit pricey. this place has excellent desserts. lots of good meal options closeby.",
        "great little bakery. this place was slam packed when we went by and i think we had number 70 when they were just calling 35. it was worth the wait though. they have a huge selection of home made pastries and we did a family style sampler platter of cakes, tiramisu and some other treats. the cannoli was delicious as well. hard to find a really tasty cannoli imo. would like to check this place out again if i get the chance.",
        "i wish this bakery was in michigan! i go here every time i am in town. the creme brule is amazing. the fudge brownie cookie is also one of my favorites. the food in their cafe along with their drinks are also great. i look forward to my trips to cleveland just to go here.",
        "italian sandwich was so dry and bread was unremarkable. had to doctor up the sandwich with as many condiments as possible. cappuccino was terrible. pastries were delicious. loved the cannoli and the cakes! yum yum, only reason to go there.",
        "went for cannoli and sfogliatelle. also picked up some pizza. good stuff. i couldn't wait for the next feast. i dont often come this part of town.",
        "loved it. just happened to stumble upon it and thought it was fantastic. they use a number system instead of waiting in a line - i think this is great because they day i was there was super crowded and having a number meant that i could walk around and decide what i wanted before i ordered which i think made it a lot more efficient. loved the authentic italian ice and gelato ( the peanut butter was to die for ). i also have a few other goodies i took home with me that i haven't tried yet but look amazing. this is definitely a must repeat on my next trip to cleveland.",
        "prices seemed fair. 2 cannoli and two iced mochas were under around $ 10. the wait was very long despite how many employees were there it seemed only a few were actually getting anything done. one woman helped our group of 4 and when i tried getting a young mans attention to add to our order he told me that i would need to talk to the woman helping us. the cannoli was amazing though and so was the iced mocha. everything in the place looked fantastic. if i ever find myself back in cleveland i will surely spend more time in little italy.",
    ],
    "summary": "the cookies are delicious and you will be very tempted to eat a lb of cookies for lunch. i had a chicken sandwich and it was very good. the staff is very nice. the meal is also not expensive. the fig cookie was very good. i was glad that i had lunch there. it's a nice location close to the campus."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my all all all time place to shop, wonder and browse. to me the westside market is a cleveland landmark. it reminds me of my childhood. it has always been a perfect place to shop and learn about products and and try new things. almost never leave with out an apple fritter, turkey smokies ( with no nitrates ) and cheese. now that we live so close i can stop almost daily. i'll have to post again after i've spent more time learning all the venders.",
        "best smelling market i've ever been to. and full of amazing stuff. parking was easy and full of amazing food. get a crepe for sure!!! the fresh fruit next door is so cheap and the quality of meats and cheeses there are great! plus the building is such a great architectural beauty!",
        "havent been here in years and finally made it here last weekend. we parked a block away and made our way to the market. at first we walked around the main building'scoping'out what is where and what we might want. i advised the hubby that there is a separate building for just produce and flowers. after eating lunch at the cafe, we made our way around the market and picked up several items. we also went to the produce building and bought a few things there too. going there on a friday wasnt too busy. we were there early afternoon and didnt have to worry about the crowds. love this place.... will definitely be back again ( hopefully ) soon!!",
        "the west side market rocks! i wish we had something like this in my city. i think it's even better than the french market in new orleans. this is one of my must go to places when visiting cleveland. from the meats, cheeses, baked goods and other speciality items to the truely awe inspiring produce market, this place is unbelievable. if i was able, i'd move to ohio city just so i could do my weekly shopping here.",
        "what a great place! if you need to buy meat, produce, pasta, bread, etc., this is the place! the building is so beautiful and the selection of specialty foods is really nice! i do wish the main building was air conditioned though. it was 85 degrees today with 90 % humidity, and the droves of people inside made it really uncomfortable.",
        "i wish i had discovered this place the instant i landed in cleveland, i would've cooked every day. everything is extra fresh, home made, local and inexpensive. it's located in a really hip neighborhood and everyone is extremely nice... anyone traveling to cleveland should drop by and walk around and at the very least, savor some of the pastries and fruits.",
        "with over 400 reviews posted and with an average review of 4. 5 stars everything that can be said had been said. this place is simply incredible. i would shop here daily if i lived anywhere close to this historic market. the west side market is the oldest operating indoor / outdoor market space in cleveland, ohio. it is located at the corner of west 25th street and lorain avenue in the ohio city neighborhood. on december 18, 1973, it was added to the national register of historic places. it has been in continuous operation in its current building since 1912 that pretty much says it all.",
        "love this place! such a unique place in cleveland. go to the fruit and vegetable market to get good and cheap produce. then head to the falafel stand where they make a fresh falafel sandwich right in front of you. it is worth every penny! i love going to the bakery stands where you can get a tasty and crunchy cannoli for just $ 1! west side market is a place you must visit if you are in cleveland!",
    ],
    "summary": "the west side market is such a fun experience. when i first moved to cleveland, it was the place most mentioned that i should go and see. it really is an amazing melting pot of cultures. i spent way too much on cheese and vegetables but i had a great time. this is a must see for anyone who lives in cleveland or is visiting!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great gelato, great coffee, and great pastries / desserts to indulge in as you come here before and after your meal in little italy. i think it's probably best after a good meal in any of the many restaurants surrounding the bakery. the place is wide open and can easily get busy, especially as the weekend nears when we all have time to experience life outside of work. if you're in the area, come here get your italian sweet fix.... you won't be diappointed.",
        "the desert counter here is amazing, it's absolutely loaded with goodies and everything looks magical. i want to try everything, restraint is definatly required. i ordered the chocolate dipped cannoli and since i am a cannoli traditionalist that was a first for me. the cannoli was as delicious as it should be and the chocolate shell strangely reminded me of chocolate matza. this is a large, packed bakery so grab a number when you walk in door as there will most likely be a wait if you come on a weekend night like i did. it's all good though because it'll give you time to peruse the offerings.",
        "do not order the pizza. if your idea of pizza us bread with cheese and sauce of it, then you might enjoy it. i has the pepperoni sausage. it had one piece of sausage. in my opinion, if you want pizza, you would be better to get one from 711 or a frozen one from the grocery store. however, the desserts look fabulous. it did not try any. if you want coffee / esoresso and a biscotti or other dessert then this is probably a great place.",
        "amazing!!!! i've eaten here a handful of times and have always had an exceptional experience. the desserts are second to none, with a special nod to the coconut macaroons and cream puffs. every time i am in the area there is a required special stop at presti's. the staff is friendly, professional, and attentive as well. i could not say a bad word about this place if i tried!",
        "great service incredible pastries and food. if you've ever been here, there's no need to explain 5 stars. i've been a customer of theirs 30 years. there is no substitute.",
        "presti's reminds me of a glorified cafeteria. there is little to no ambiance... so much can be done with the place in terms of making it comfortable. at the same time that may be why it is so uncomfortable... for a higher turnover. the placed was jam packed when we were there and lucky to get a table. the pastries were good while the coffee was somewhat weak. this is the only coffee shop type place in little italy thus this write up is relative to this fact. oh. parking is terrible in the area.... good luck!",
        "we took a number from a number dispenser not unlike one that you'd find in your local license bureau and neatly shuffled behind the hungry saturday night crowd that flocked to this bakery. it took maybe 10 - 15 minutes total, which is not bad for that kind of crowd. we went home with our precious tiramisu and other baked goods. as far as tiramisus go, this one was among the airiest, fluffiest and most delicate ones i've tried. i'd say it's up there with the best i had. easy to inhale. this is a great place for dessert and perhaps, paradise if you have a sweet tooth.",
        "love this place but it can get busy. we go here for the donuts. they are so delish! took a star off because your staff needs to learn how to make a proper cappuccino. foam peaks and foam spilling onto the side of cup is not good...",
    ],
    "summary": "take a number! this place can be a zoo. peruse the case, wait for your number to be called, pick out your goodies, and sit down to mangia. the anise cookies are great. tiramisu is good but i think gallucci's has a more authentic and less sweet version. latte was okay. but then again, this is a food place, not a coffee place. cream puffs are always delicious, too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my happy place! local people selling food as local as they can get it. any cut of meat you could ever ask for. and if they dont have it, they will help you find someone who does. cheese for everyone! veggies and fruit galore with the local products at the very back on the produce hall. i dont know what i could do if i move from here.",
        "parking is not difficult to find at all because there is a lot right beside it! the prices are so great. definitely worth the drive! 1 little box of blueberries ranges anywhere from 2. 50 to 4. 50 at stores but here at the market you can get six boxes for $ 10. really good and fresh!! they also accept cards just incase you don't have cash.",
        "the people of cleveland have no idea how valuable this gem is to the city. when i used to live in lakewood i would maybe make it to the market once every three months or so. man do i wish i had gone more often now that i am so far away in columbus. any time of day you can go here and assemble a meal. breakfast? try coffee and crepes. lunch? sausage sandwiches. etc.. there are an endless number of butchers serving up the good stuff, and the produce lines outside have the best stuff in town as well. cherish what you have cleveland!",
        "such a big part of cleveland, oh. like there's no better way to spend a weekend morning in cle than at the west side market. the coffee stand inside of the market has some of the best iced coffee i've ever had! produce is so affordable and fresh. we always love picking up some desserts too... they have cannolis, apple fritters, macaroons, etc. so much variety!! they also have an ohio city pasta stand. parking can be a bit of a situation but park off bridge st!",
        "this place was so amazing! warning. if you're a vegetarian, i hope you are ok with seeing lots of meat. the food was so fresh. my friend and i stopped by for an hour ogling at the bread, pastries, jerky, fresh seafood, pasta, and more. we ate apple fritters, had coffee, bought a bread blossom, and a corned beef pasty. i wish we lived near here to buy our meats! it was an enjoyable time walking around and speaking with the vendors. i wish our stomachs were bigger so that we could eat more! yum yum! highly recommend stopping by the market.",
        "this place has been around for forever, and it's probably because it's literal market heaven. jam packed with small businesses and local vendors, there's something for everyone. italian pastries? check. fresh coffee? check. delicious bakery items? check. sweets and treats? double check. wide variety of low cost fruits and veggies? check. fresh meat not loaded with antibiotics or hormones? check. fun to people watch or get items off of your weekly grocery list, you will not be disappointed coming here!",
        "i crashed in cleveland for a night and i assumed i wouldn't really find much to do. i'm so glad i came across the west side market, i loved it!!!! i left with both arms full of fresh produce, baked goods, food and spices. and everything was so reasonable!!! wish we had something like that in chicago.",
        "the coolest thing in cleveland. i am not sure how helpful reviewing this place is but it deserves 5 stars. this is what cleveland is. it has flavors of old cleveland and new. whether if you want produce, meat, pasta, seafood etc. this is the best place to get all of it. steaks, pierogis, lobster, fish, salsa noodles, baked goods. the best in ohio hands down. if you are hungry grab a bite. there are so many food options to choose from. i recommend a gyro or a brat.",
    ],
    "summary": "cleveland has a beautiful traditional market! i wish i knew about this place earlier. the fresh produce are cheap and the ground is relatively clean. i have not had any issue parking here. there is no stinky meat or fishy smell. there are so many things i have not tried here. i would love to revisit, highly recommended!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "presti's is my favorite place in little italy. offering up stromboli, pizza, sandwiches and salads - presti's is a one stop shop for lunch in little italy. they have the absolute best variety of desserts ( including gelato ). the cassata cake and chocolate eclairs are must tries. the restaurant is bathed in natural light and the decor is just so darn modern and pretty. top - notch people watching is an added bonus. come here! you won't regret it.",
        "whenever i am in the area of little italy i always have to stop in at presti's! my family and i love all the desserts they have to offer and the gelato there is authentic and rich - just like it is offered in italy! the staff really knows what they are doing and are helpful to the people who come in and out of the store.",
        "great gelato, great coffee, and great pastries / desserts to indulge in as you come here before and after your meal in little italy. i think it's probably best after a good meal in any of the many restaurants surrounding the bakery. the place is wide open and can easily get busy, especially as the weekend nears when we all have time to experience life outside of work. if you're in the area, come here get your italian sweet fix.... you won't be diappointed.",
        "best. cannolo. ever. i have literally never eaten a better one. and i've had them from the famous mike's pastry in boston's north end, as well as modern, which some think is better. both pale in comparison to presti's!!!",
        "omg. you should try today's panini. it is soso delicious. stromboni is also good. panini is the best!! for dessert try canoli and tiramisu.",
        "one of my favorites in cle. i love almost everything at this place. the pizza is surprisingly awesome, the meatball and chicken parm subs are great and the pastries are the best. the staff is mostly nice and polite. prices are low for high quality. only complaint is the inconsistency with the order system. sometimes you grab a number sometimes you don't. so to be safe always grab a number when you go in.",
        "presti family, you rock! this bakery is fantastic. so happy to have found you on our visit to case western. the service is friendly and helpful. but the best thing is the custard puff. omg, this deal is the real thing. so crispy and flaky on the outside and sweet and delicious on the inside. not only that, my picky hubby requested a crazy espresso drink, and they were happy to follow his wishes. being here since 1903, i wish you many more generations to come. that way, i can keep eating those custard puffs!!",
        "epic cannoli - the filling has a creme fraiche consistency, isn't overly sweet, and the texture is perfectly contrasted with the flaky pastry casing. the stromboli, pizza, and prepared foods here are also excellent. presti's is one of the best places in cleveland, and the reason the little italy in this city is among the best and most authentic italian villages in the country.",
    ],
    "summary": "second time in cleveland, second time here. my girlfriend and i always seem to hit up presti's for breakfast once a trip. it's so good. it is exactly what you'd want and expect in an italian bakery. tons of options, all fresh out of the oven. the service is quick and friendly and the prices are really reasonable."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great place to grab a coffee, pastry, or meal... but make sure you grab a number because the place is too busy to do a traditional line, they go by the number system. thoroughly enjoy their cappuccinos and their creme brulee is one of the best in cleveland. i love the front window seats for people watching and seeing all the fashions in little italy",
        "great service incredible pastries and food. if you've ever been here, there's no need to explain 5 stars. i've been a customer of theirs 30 years. there is no substitute.",
        "so i popped in on a sunny sunday afternoon to get baked goods to go, and the place was packed. which is great, i love to see it. i took a number and was served within minutes with polite, prompt service. for 3 large chocolate cannolis, i paid $ 9, which is reasonable considering how tasty they were. there appeared to be tons of seating in a large, brightly lit, cheerful room. i'll be back to sample more of the food and maybe snag a seat by the window.",
        "i love presti's. i've only been a couple times but i'm constantly wanting to go / thinking about going. the veggie stromboli is out of this world, and i can only imagine that the meat varieties are fantastic too. the eggplant parm is pretty average and i wouldn't get it again. but the pizza is great. as is the apple tart. add to this mouth - watering range of sweet and savory options a warm, cozy, and bustling atmosphere, and you've got yourself a winning eat - in bakery. i can't wait to make many more brunch / snack stops here.",
        "great dinner combo! very tasty eggplant parmesan with two rolls, salad, italian coffee, and canoli! the staff was very friendly, quick with the order. the place was pretty busy and you do have to take a number, but that's to be expected on a nice spring day in little italy. i will say i have to give the edge to corbo's on the canoli's. however, great experience here and i intend to be a regular!",
        "holy cannoli!!! if you're in little italy, you need to end the night at presti's. even if it's to - go. the casada cake is delicious. i buy the lemon biscotti in increments of 10. and they have gelato! you can also get food ( not just dessert ) there. the stromboli will hit the spot. when you walk in, don't forget to take a number, or else you'll be waiting a long while!",
        "best. cannolo. ever. i have literally never eaten a better one. and i've had them from the famous mike's pastry in boston's north end, as well as modern, which some think is better. both pale in comparison to presti's!!!",
        "one of cleveland's best bakery's ever i've always loved this place. they have a variety of pastry's, and salads entrees like veal cutlet etc. great coffee, expresso what ever coffee or tea you like your sure to find it here. my favorite is the cannolis! yummy! nice outdoor seating and friendly staff who could ask for more!",
    ],
    "summary": "presti's did not disappoint me. they have always had a great reputation for fine italian pastries and other bakery items such as fresh bread. well, i write this to tell all, that the reputations continues. the brownies, homemade cookies and of course, the canoli's were some of the best i have ever had. when ever i am visiting cleveland, i try to make a visit to presti's bakery."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great bakery in little italy! stopped by for a coffee and a little treat. they have so many pastries and other desserts to choose from, and there's seating outside so you can enjoy the sun on a nice day.",
        "i'm from new york, so when i was in cleveland on a business trip, i had to see the city's \" little italy \" section for myself. while it wasn't too big, it made up for it with places like presti's. i had gotten dinner elsewhere, but stopped in here at the recommendation of my hotel staff for dessert. i took home some pistachio gelato, and was not disappointed. arguably some of the best i've ever had, and that's from a new yorker!",
        "presit's has an excellent feel and ambiance to it... i love the wall - to - wall window scape of mayfield road and the options from cold pizza to taste bud infused gelato. the lines can be long, but it's worth the wait and also the chocolate chip cannoli is great for a take home to mom. one little thing they do... they have free water in a lemonade machine for hot summer days and those who need to flush down their sweet tooth. a must go to if your in little italy.",
        "got birthday snacks for my classroom celebration here every grade 1 - 11! gotta love the family owned place in the heart of clveland's little italy!",
        "a bit pricy for cleveland bakery, but i love the fig thingies, i go there just for those guys. grab a coffee to go and off i am to the art museum. : )",
        "a very laid back place for hanging out or catching up with friends. today we had eggs and cheese croissant and coffee for breakfast. i saved some room for a slice of tiramisu which is really good - not too sweet - perfect for my taste! : ) my friend got the custard cream puff - i didn't get to ask her how it was but since it was gone before i even noticed - i think it was good too! : )",
        "both times while in cleveland we visited presti's bakery for their ice cream. it was a nice place with a large comfortable space and we saw that they also had a large variety of baked goods as well italian foods, [ pizza, stromboli, salads ] and juices, sodas, etc. it is in the heart of little italy and the staff was very nice and accommodating. it merits a vist if you are in the cleveland area and visit little italy for dinner as we did. it is easily accessible via the rta to euclid / 120th street.",
        "this is the kind of place i would take out of town guests. not only is it located in a'must - experience'neighborhood it trumps most other little cafes for a variety of reasons. great cappuccino and even better people watching ( i could go on and on about the time i saw a kid drop a tv ) top the list. i've never had a bad meal here whether i am ordering treats or pizza! presti's holds many of my favorite memories from first dates to singing happy birthday!",
    ],
    "summary": "pastries that you make googley eyes at with your mouth open and stromboli in three or four recipes. just awesome and a great selection of italian pasta dishes ready to eat at great prices i'm from wichita ks but this place is so good it's worth a trip to cleveland just to eat here it's a great casual dining experience in the heart of little italy in cleveland oh."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "holy mother of all things food... you have blessed me! i have no other words fit to describe this place. fruit, veggies, spices, breads, desserts, fish, any kind of meat you could think of and a coffee and crepery to boot. i am in food lust! where's the kitchen i don't own? is summer here yet cause i am betting it is even better!",
        "i love, love, love this place. in my opinion it's better than the food halls at harrod's in london. the food they sell here is amazing. i have tried their pierogies, fresh pasta, buckeyes and olive oil. i highly recommend all of them. if i lived in ohio, i would come here all the time. the food is reasonably priced and delicious!!",
        "fresh meat. fresh veggies. delicious gyros. delicious pastries. always good deals. good vibes. nice to walk around on a weekend. definitely check it out if you like to cook. best ingredients!",
        "parking was a bit tough and foot traffic was heavy, but then again we came on saturday, so i sorta expected it. this place was amazing! so much goodness just everywhere. meats, cheeses, sweets, breads, seafood and just everything. the fresh fruits and veggies sections super clean and organized. this place is definitely a place worth a stop! i definitely plan to frequent the wsm when we come back to visit the area!",
        "love this place. i wished i lived close by to shop at this place for fruits, vegetables and meat. it's a must stop if you're visiting cleveland. started my self tour with a coffee from city roast ( good coffee ), walked all the aisles and kept debating if we should purchase any meat even though we had a long drive ahead. found rambutans at the fruit section which brought homeland memories for me. i'm from malaysia originally and my grandma had this fruit tree in her backyard. all in all, a great market. hoping indy would have this at some point.",
        "the people of cleveland have no idea how valuable this gem is to the city. when i used to live in lakewood i would maybe make it to the market once every three months or so. man do i wish i had gone more often now that i am so far away in columbus. any time of day you can go here and assemble a meal. breakfast? try coffee and crepes. lunch? sausage sandwiches. etc.. there are an endless number of butchers serving up the good stuff, and the produce lines outside have the best stuff in town as well. cherish what you have cleveland!",
        "the best of what cleveland has to offer! my parents have been bringing us to the wsm since i can remember, now that i've grown and moved away. i stop by every time i'm in town and this easter holiday was no exception. our family tradition is to get bratwurst sandwiches on soft roll w / stadium mustard! wow! does that bring back memories! a must see when in cleveland!",
        "what a lovely market! i was just visiting the city so i didn't need to buy a lot of fresh produce but i would still recommend visitors to check it out! when you visit, you will see rows upon rows of fresh fruits, seafood, meats, deli and baked goods. i got some seafood salad and baby grilled octopus for the road, and a lovely bottle of olive oil imported from sicily italy. i would absolutely return!",
    ],
    "summary": "awesome, awesome place! foodie paradise! i have been going since i was little and have moved out of state but i make sure that i try and go when i am home. besides the food options its also the atmosphere. get there early or parking is hard to get if you want to get a close space."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "presti's is one of my favorite places in cleveland! i went here all the time when i lived in little italy. they have a huge variety of pastries ranging from m & ms cookies to fancy miniature cheesecakes. they also serve a variety of lunch type foods, like sandwiches, stromboli and pizza by the slice. oh, and of course there's the gelato! so yummy! there really is something for everyone here. word of warning though, they are usually quite busy! make sure to take a number before looking at all those pastries. : )",
        "good food priced right. so the service is not stellar. great lunch, beverages and great pastries for 3 less than $ 28. nice neighborhood vibe, nice outdoor seating. a great place for lunch.",
        "so i popped in on a sunny sunday afternoon to get baked goods to go, and the place was packed. which is great, i love to see it. i took a number and was served within minutes with polite, prompt service. for 3 large chocolate cannolis, i paid $ 9, which is reasonable considering how tasty they were. there appeared to be tons of seating in a large, brightly lit, cheerful room. i'll be back to sample more of the food and maybe snag a seat by the window.",
        "i wish this bakery was in michigan! i go here every time i am in town. the creme brule is amazing. the fudge brownie cookie is also one of my favorites. the food in their cafe along with their drinks are also great. i look forward to my trips to cleveland just to go here.",
        "presti's is a cool option in little italy. for breakfast, they do have some sandwiches they warm, but expect more pastry - like choices. i've never tried one but they look delicious. they have a nice gelato selection - and the pastry counter is ginormous. it's a good option for lunch if you're in the area - everything from salads to pasta dishes to sandwiches and soups. the wait can be a bit long though. mostly i come here to meet friends for coffee. check it out!",
        "presti's offers a great assortment of cookies and pastries. we tried their chocolate covered cannolis, various cookies, and cassata cake. all were very fresh and tasted great. the cassata cake was so moist that it blended nicely with the layers of custard inside. our only disappointment was the selection and quality of the gelato. we've had better in the bay area.",
        "i love it here! it's in the middle of little italy. their pizza by the slice is a great ratio of cheese to crust - - minimal topping, some sauce and a good crust. the cannoli was crisp and the filling was the perfect amount of sweet ricotta cheese. don't forget to try a chocolate mousse!",
        "i went in there for a cup of coffee and found a variety of desserts that looked really appetizing. however, since it was the morning and i wanted something to go with the coffee, i chose a breakfast croissant sandwich and it was the best i feel like i've had in a long time! the croissant wasn't too crisp or dry like other croissants i've had and the sauteed bell peppers / onions on top of provolone cheese + egg was something i've never thought of doing before. i was really glad i went and i hope i can find some time to go back and try the desserts!",
    ],
    "summary": "i tried the gelato at presti's and loved it! i got chocolate and appreciated the rich dark flavor. i would definitely go back to get a few sweet bites of this awesome bakery's gelato. also, the selection of other pastries and drinks was very large. parking is hard to find so try coming here on a less crowded day."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i'm surprised the west side market isn't busier. its a wonderful sensory experience! so much to see, smell and taste! there are crepes cooking on one end, fresh pierogies on the other, roasted cinnamon almonds sold by weight, yummy dried fruit, fresh produce, fresh meat.... and the list goes on. skip giant eagle and just go to the market! so much more fun, it'll save you some money and you get to support the local vendors. can't lose. bring cash! small bills in 5's or 10's. also bring some cloth bags to throw your stuff in.",
        "spent the day in cleveland and went to the market. had a great time! it's huge and filled with vendors! one building is mostly produce and flowers, which the vendors are a bit pushy and will try to desperately sell their goods. we were excited to see someone selling ugly fruit and bought a case. the other building consists of meat, pastry, and items like nuts and spices. i bought a large container of chickpea flour for very cheap, and a very large delicious tea biscuit from one of the bakeries. absolutely loved the variety! delicious!",
        "the best of what cleveland has to offer! my parents have been bringing us to the wsm since i can remember, now that i've grown and moved away. i stop by every time i'm in town and this easter holiday was no exception. our family tradition is to get bratwurst sandwiches on soft roll w / stadium mustard! wow! does that bring back memories! a must see when in cleveland!",
        "the west side market is a really cool place - like taking a trip back to a different place & time. many vendors proudly displaying and selling their wares. fresh vegetables, meats, dry goods, organics, and a wide variety of ethnic foods. many of the vendors have been here for decades, and many family - owned businesses. it is a reminder of days gone by when there were neighborhood butcher shops and bakeries. also a time when stores / merchants had regular customers who knew their names and looked forward to seeing and serving them. one tip - be sure they are open on the day you plan to go. a true cleveland experience.",
        "worth checking out if you're in the city. please note this is a farmers market and a place to get food. originally we thought you could buy souvenirs etc. from here as well. unless they were hidden, it's only a place to buy food. lots of options and a beautiful building to look at. also a great neighbourhood to check out as well. public transit is located very close by.",
        "this place never ceases to amaze me. i remember coming here as a child with my mom. sooo many nationalities in one place. not only selling but shopping as well. you can buy every type of food, fish, meat, bread, fruits and vegetables. if you want to eat it, and don't know where to buy it go to the west side market. you'll be glad you did.",
        "what doesn't this market have? this place alone would make me want to live in cleveland. so many fresh items on hand and with great prices. ranging from fresh peanut butter and yogurt to a plethora of different kinds of sausage and meats.. and the baked goods? omg out of this world. can't wait to check this place out again sometime.",
        "this is the place to start your foodie visit in cleveland. the vendors hand out lots of samples, so much you can fill up, well, at least a girl can! we sampled tamales, falafel, different meats and cold cuts, it's was heaven! it just made me want to rush back to my suite and whip up a fresh meal for the hubby but alas, suite only came with a frig, no stove. if i ever venture back to cleveland i'm getting a place with a kitchen so i can hit this place first and make our stay more homey.",
    ],
    "summary": "i like coming here just to walk around. when ever i have people come into town that have never come to cleveland before, we always come here. it is such a great atmosphere just to be in. we eventually buy cupcakes, taste the free popcorn samples, buy some fruit we have never heard of before, and get some foreign meat. always a good time! and people are so impressed that this is in cleveland."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is truly worth a trip to cleveland alone! this place is so alive and everyone was so friendly. i was able to take the rta directly there which was very convenient. i was also surprised by how great the prices were ; typically at local markets you see really overpriced goods, but the prices were competitive with supermarkets for much higher quality produce. one of my favorite parts was the european imports shop. all the free samples were great too!",
        "great fun. this place has a lot of character. next time, i wouldn't go on a weekend, as it was super crowded and parking was really difficult. the selection of foods was pretty amazing. lots of ethnic foods, too. i thought that the stalls were really high and it was difficult to talk to the vendors ( and i'm of average height, not short ). as someone with celiac disease, i was hoping there would be more gluten - free options. there were some \" gluten - free \" products but they were not made in dedicated facilities. it was frustrating and i ended up just buying some fruit and vegetables.",
        "the best of what cleveland has to offer! my parents have been bringing us to the wsm since i can remember, now that i've grown and moved away. i stop by every time i'm in town and this easter holiday was no exception. our family tradition is to get bratwurst sandwiches on soft roll w / stadium mustard! wow! does that bring back memories! a must see when in cleveland!",
        "located in a beautiful old building, this is a must see. the pierogi palace has some interesting fillings for their pierogis. i enjoyed being able to buy good quality butter and sour cream by the weight. we weren't staying in the area long enough to sample all the goods for sale but i can say everything looked fresh and good quality. what we did buy was good and reasonably priced and the vendors were all friendly. i was disappointed that the bakery selling pies was not open.",
        "really worth the trip. great food - - some very un usual. the little cafe was nice nothing special. the waitress really nice. great place to visit! would have given a 5 but wings were partly raw. cooked in micro at home. great taste and breading. absolutely loved the homemade chips.",
        "really nice market with tons of fresh produce, meats, candy, baked goods, etc. i was very impressed with the wide variety of options and wonderful smells all around. they even had free parking there! wow! if i lived in cleveland i would be a regular for sure.",
        "fresh! i fell in love with this provolone / salami bread that was spicy - - - perfect breakfast. the falafel joint made delicious wraps. i wish i had gone here earlier as the line at steve's gyros was long and they ran out of meats!",
        "had breakfast and lunch here on a recent daytrip to cleveland. i usually hate crowds but i forgive them for dawdling around and being generally annoying! i, too, was amazed by all the sights and wanted to linger to gawk at the beautifully displayed breads, cheeses, intricate pastries, and the produce! the hunks of red meat made me queasy - - but that center area was easily avoided once i realized how the market was laid out. i was impressed that the prices of everything was just right. why go to kroger if you could shop here instead and get better food? don't miss out on the cayenne peppered popcorn.",
    ],
    "summary": "lots of fresh produce. gigantic carrots! any and every kind of fruit and vegetables you could want! i bought some strawberries and mangoes, i got a great deal it was the end of the day, they looked nice but when i got them home the mangoes were all brown inside! if i was a local i would shop there weekly and would have taken them back. really a great place."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great place, great location, and for downtown excellent parking. the food was wonderful. and despite the fact that every table seemed to be filled with holiday office parties, we were seated and served quickly.",
        "we stopped here dinner on the way to an event in downtown phoenix. we got there at 4 pm so they were not very busy yet. the service was excellent and they were very attentive. we had the shrimp, spinach and artichoke appetizer and it was delicious. i highly recommend this appetizer. for an entree i got the spagehetti vesuvious. this is also a very flavorable dish with sausage, chicken and peppers. the sauce is blended and comes on a large bed of spagehetti. the entree is good but not the best italian i have had. if you are looking for good food and excellent service this is the place.",
        "we have been to other osf's, but never to the one less than a mile from our house. we stopped in last night for dinner and had a great experience. the restaurant is huge and has lots of fun furniture, lamps and other cool things to look at. the service was friendly and fairly efficient. the food is decent and reasonably priced. i had the spaghetti and marinara with minestrone soup and finished off with rainbow sherbet. they must be doing something right since they have been in phoenix since 1972!",
        "i'm traveling with family from california. wasn't sure where to go as my family is picky. and then i remembered about old spaghetti factory that is really popular in san jose ( ca ). we were really impressed with the interior - really big restaurant ( so no reservations needed ), good food and fast service. good is always good and fresh. all noodle dishes come with salad or soup. so don't take more than one dish ( they are really big )! parking is there ( though not that big ). lovely place, highly recommend it",
        "the old spaghetti factory has such a fun atmosphere. we've gone twice and both times were sat in these booths that were like little rooms. i loved it! it's a really great place for kids, especially with these little booth rooms. the food didn't really leave an impression on me, i don't think that's necessarily a bad thing though, it can't all be good.",
        "if its spaghetti you want, they have it in many ways! they even have a gluten free option, which i defiantly am grateful for. i had the gf spirals with mushroom marinara. it was good though i had to ask for more sauce. i'm a saucy gal! ha the restaurant has a fun atmosphere including a street car in the middle which you can dine in. cute idea especially for kids. it's a great place for large groups and parties. i will say the that the place could use a little cleaning up. i had to switch out my chair because it was stained and dirty. eww. other than than that, the waitress we had was very friendly and accommodating.",
        "tried this place today to answer my pasta crave. i was impressed with their spicy spaghetti vesuvius. now, i'm a big fan of spicy foods of different ethnic cuisines, so i didn't find it close to being spicy but i loved the dish. the sauce was sweet and garlicky but not overbearingly sweet. entrees came with choice of salad or soup, bread and butter, and desert. service was great! waitress was attentive and friendly. they have a full bar so i tried their mojito which was made just right. i highly recommend it to others and i kinda want to go back soon... like, tomorrow!!",
        "we went here for my daughter's birthday at her request because she loves the fettuccine alfredo. she also loves the creamy pesto salad dressing. the entire family was against going here because they have removed so many of our previous favorites from their menu, however they added the spaghetti vesuvius back to the menu! it is very spicy with sausage, meatballs, and chicken. totally amazing if you like spicy. you will not see this dish on the on line dinner menu nor will you see a meatball or sausage sub on the lunch menu, but the menu at the restaurant does reflect these items. our server was jim and i have to say that he had the best attitude and made for a wonderful experience.",
    ],
    "summary": "came down to enjoy a dinner. had to wait to be seated, but they must have just started staffing for dinner. server was personable and was prompted with our order. food was able and served hot. great tasting fresh hot bread, dinner even comes with s scoop of ice cream. from mesa you can ride the light rail"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "slow service to seat and then to serve. left waiting and the food was below avg at best... decor was best thing about it....",
        "i've been here and the seattle location now... i regret both. the clam and mushroom sauce pastas taste like they're from a pre made safeway jar... noodles were horribly overcooked, salads were pathetically thrown together. service was decent both times, the only reason they have two stars. overall spend your hard earned money elsewhere.",
        "it used to be so good now it just tastes so commercial not at all like it used too. before it was like a grandma was in the kitchen cooking for all her family but now it tastes frozen and not unique.. i'm going to miss it the way it was.",
        "the look of the building is really neat, but my husband and i both ordered the chicken parmesan and it tasted like hospital cafeteria food... not impressed.",
        "man i haven't been in at least 10 years was driving to eat at a different restaurant down town but stop instead but now i know way i never went back i thought the hostess was the friendest person there our server never smiled didn't explain anything just really had a bad attitude she was super slow never filled drinks now for the food the salad was soup it was swimming in dressing the bread was hard on the outside but super soft couldn't cut it with a knife marsala sauce just was bla but the pasta was cook perfect and the mule was very tasty prices are good for the amount of food you get but the quality no maybe be back in another ten years",
        "food was good but our waiter was horrible and our lunch ( at 2 in the afternoon ) took over 2 hours because the service was so slow.",
        "service great, salad yum - hard to screw that up... however my friend when asked by the waitress how is everything... told her that the meatballs were salty.. and to let the chef know.. the manager came over attitude in hand... and informed us the meatballs were fine that the chef tasted them and said they were fine... well okay whatever and then proceeded to give my friend 1 / 2 off her 6. 99 spag and meatballs.. seriously we didnt ask for anything off or ask the manager over however attitude and all here he came... boasting of their balls and with his balls gave her 1 / 2 off... lol!. jerk and not going back for anymore salty balls!..",
        "cool historic building but the service at lunch today was mediocre at best and stay away from the chicken parmigiana unless you like fishy tasting chicken. the best part of my experience was the bread and butter. : (",
    ],
    "summary": "first time i came in here was with boyfriend we wanted to try something different, the food was good not great but good that's why i have it a 2 the service is not good in my opinion they take forever to come to you and when u walk in they don't even greet u or acknowledge u"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "a great market to bring out of town guests and show off cleveland! ohio city pasta is one of my favorite booths, and they carry vegan ravioli that are amazing. there's also a store in the corner that sells international products, and make great gifts. prices are competitive with grocery stores, and i've always gotten good quality ingredients. rita's has the biggest selection of olives i've ever seen in such a small place!",
        "this place is special, really really special!! i've been here many times and always leave with a full stomach and plenty of treats to take home. from homemade pasta to flavored popcorn, decadent pastries, macaroons and artisan bread, this place has it all. tons of fruits and veggies, cheese, and meats, and olives, etc. it's a fun place to go for lunch or if you're in the mood to browse.. even get your weekly groceries. almost every time i'm in cle i try and stop by and i know this trend will continue on forever!",
        "worth checking out if you're in the city. please note this is a farmers market and a place to get food. originally we thought you could buy souvenirs etc. from here as well. unless they were hidden, it's only a place to buy food. lots of options and a beautiful building to look at. also a great neighbourhood to check out as well. public transit is located very close by.",
        "i love this place. i grew up in cleveland but moved away and now am in chicago and i'm always here when i get a free moment while visiting! i work in the food industry so naturally i'm a foodie and this place is amazing. i also like haggling the vendors on prices lol it makes the experience fun! i always bring cash makes it easier but some vendors do take credit cards.",
        "this place is so much fun!!! the produces were fresh, good looking, and in decent prices. lots of food stands to try from, which i unfortunately didn't get that kind of opportunity as i am from out of town. would recommend this place in a heartbeat to both locals and tourists!",
        "i like coming here just to walk around. when ever i have people come into town that have never come to cleveland before, we always come here. it is such a great atmosphere just to be in. we eventually buy cupcakes, taste the free popcorn samples, buy some fruit we have never heard of before, and get some foreign meat. always a good time! and people are so impressed that this is in cleveland.",
        "what doesn't this market have? this place alone would make me want to live in cleveland. so many fresh items on hand and with great prices. ranging from fresh peanut butter and yogurt to a plethora of different kinds of sausage and meats.. and the baked goods? omg out of this world. can't wait to check this place out again sometime.",
        "this place is amazing. i don't know why it was not packed with people. it is a temple of meat and a place where butchers can show off their goods. there was every kind of sausage imaginable, perogies, candy, cheeses, ethnic foods, and fudge. it is an old style market in an amazing location. the worst part is that we were out of town and can't take it all home with us. we bought dried sausage and fudge to take with us, and would love if we had a place like this near our hometown.",
    ],
    "summary": "for a saturday, things weren't that packed which i appreciated because i wanted to be in and out! the one bakery i usually get tiramisu macaroons doesn't sell half as many macaroons as they usually do, and most were in smaller sizes. i tried a spinach empanada for oracle! and it was amazing. campbell's is always a go to. such a good vibe and cleveland pride here!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i'm traveling with family from california. wasn't sure where to go as my family is picky. and then i remembered about old spaghetti factory that is really popular in san jose ( ca ). we were really impressed with the interior - really big restaurant ( so no reservations needed ), good food and fast service. good is always good and fresh. all noodle dishes come with salad or soup. so don't take more than one dish ( they are really big )! parking is there ( though not that big ). lovely place, highly recommend it",
        "this place is the absolute best. the spaghetti squash is unparalleled. seriously. if you're keto / paleo you've got to try it, it'll blow your mind!",
        "i love this place. fresh pasta and great service! all the food is delicious and great prices. 3 course meal that includes bread, soup or salad, entree and ice cream for around $ 14. can't beat that!",
        "they will forever be my favorite place to eat when i'm wanting pasta! let's start with the bread. it's alway fresh and the butter is easy to spread then the salad is great with the pesto ranch yummmm! every pasta i have gotten i've never been disappointed with. my favorite is the mizithra cheese on one side and meat sauce on the other. amazing!",
        "the place is very comfortable, decor is lovely, they renovated the place, it's all a dark brick color. it's in need of a good chef, better menu. the sauces are rather bland or soured, the bread is sour dough? where is the italian bread? give me real italian sauce with spices and fresh tomatoes on my spaghetti! the staff are great, the place is clean, just needs a real chef!! when that happens, i'll come back often. thank y",
        "i love this place quite a bit. my friends and i frequent it for special occasions usually. the servers are always super nice and knowledgeable about what is on the menu, which is lovely because one of my friends doesn't eat pork so he has to ask about certain items. the food itself is very good. they have decent portions and i usually try something i've never had before. very pretty building that just had a modern cosmetic renovation at the front entrance to put in a ramp. it has easy access to the light rail and bus stops too.",
        "if you love cheese and butter on spaghetti. come here. this place is know. for that. it's great. casual attire and kid friendly.",
        "this is probably my favorite place to eat. the location has weathered the change in downtown and addition of the light rail construction. the building is great, old, weathered but still alive and kicking. i miss the old buildings that get replaced with new construction, so i can appreciate the setting. sometimes the air conditioning may blow your hat or napkin away while eating, but seating position and a positive attitude is key! the staff is always polite, but rotating as usual. i don't visit for the excellent service, i appreciate what this restaurant offers in standard italian food and character. side note, my wife and i ate here hours after our wedding... : ) oh, the creamy pesto salad dressing is great.",
    ],
    "summary": "fresh pasta my ass! i'm not sayin they don't make it, but they sure as hell don't know how to cook it. service is outstanding. food is a joke. or at least whoever is cooking it is. they should be fired. this place has been around a long time. has great potential. i gave it a few tries and nothing but bad luck with the food."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "super cool place and if you have never experienced anything like this, you must! it looks like something you see in a movie being filmed in nyc. if there is a meat you can imagine, you can get it here, i'm positive of that. they have it all. lots of ethnic diversity in the food. besides butcher meat, you can get every dessert, hot food or hot sauce known to man. if you've ever been to north market in columbus it's similar but on a larger scale. very very busy!! i mean, bustling busy! if you don't like crowds or trying new things stay away.",
        "fruit, pastry, meat, cheese, fresh milk, this place is awesome.... the vendors are local and friendly. the products are fresh. what more could you ask for. go.... shop.... eat! it's an experience you have to experience.",
        "came here from california.. if you want food and meat produce this is the nice place to go. cheaper than what we have in california. steves gyro was already closed when we came and yet there was still a long line of people buying gyro. the last guy on the line say \" you go to cleveland, you go here 1st! \" so i was so curious how delish their gyro is but that was our last day in cleveland. but this market look really nice. to see something new like this is so. nice. o recommend this to friends.",
        "i love the westside market. i've been going since i was a kid and have enjoyed taking my boys there. you can find foods and ingredients there that are hard to find elsewhere you can enjoy fresh sandwiches and hot coffee while you stroll the many isles and vendor stands. fresh produce is outside but undercover it feels like you are at a european market in the heart of cleveland. i wish more chefs would feature this century old market on their shows. it's a must see for visitors. if you live in the cleveland area and have never been there shame on you!",
        "i absolutely love visiting the west side market. everyone who rents stands there are so friendly and helpful. to recommend which stands to stop at, is such a hard decision to make. so i would just say make plenty of time to walk through the entire market and scope it all out. i love the juice stand where they make the homemade fresh squeezed fruit juices and smoothies. that is always my first stop when i get there.",
        "absolutely love this place! really nice quality produce and meat. go at the right time and you can get discount. once spent $ 5 and brought back 8 pounds of strawberries. another time got $ 9. 99 per pound filet.",
        "this place is amazing! first of all the building has incredible architecture that was breathtaking. secondly the food... ooohh the food! if you cant find your baked goods, meats, cheeses, and ethnic cuisine here it probably doesn't exist. the greek desserts were melts in your mouth amazing. such a great find on a day trip to cleveland!",
        "the market has always been a favorite of mine. it can get a little crowded but if you go early on a saturday, i think it can be worthwhile. this is the best place to buy your fruits and veggies and i have noticed that a lot of people buy their meats from there too but i have not as of yet. if you have guests coming into town, this is a pretty cool tourist attraction, as it is one of the largest markets in the midwest. grab some fruits to make smoothies and cocktails my favorite thing to eat when i'm there are the polish dogs with sauerkraut. must try!",
    ],
    "summary": "i visited on saturday morning, can you say packed! however, it was an amazing experience. my one regret is that i was unable to take any of the fresh vegetables or fruit home, since i was traveling. the line for the crepe place was very long, but it was worth the wait. this place is worth making a trip if you are in town."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is a great little dining experience. the italian food was a true taste of italy. we were very impressed with the decor, the history, the staff and the food, of course. they have all sorts of interesting dining options : trolly car seating, barber chair & table, brass bed booths, and stained glass everywhere. a real treat and fun place to eat.",
        "i had the food delivered by grub hub. the lasagna was delicious. the bread is similar to sourdough. i ordered minestrone soup, but something similar to cabbage soup.",
        "what can i say, i really like this place! i know the food ain't great and sometimes the crowds are a put - off. but you can't beat the charm of the antiques and whimsical oddities. and it has lots of big open spaces for groups of out - of - town guests or get - together with old high school chums. lots of fun.",
        "the old spaghetti factory has such a fun atmosphere. we've gone twice and both times were sat in these booths that were like little rooms. i loved it! it's a really great place for kids, especially with these little booth rooms. the food didn't really leave an impression on me, i don't think that's necessarily a bad thing though, it can't all be good.",
        "my kids and i love this place. we have visited this location three or four times and the chandler location once. we even turned my mom and stepdad into fans who visit the chandler location often. we always get great service and tons of food. tonight was no exception. my son had the chicken parmigiana and was extremely happy. my daughter chose the cheese mannicotti and spaghetti, while i had the meat lover's plate with 2 huge meatballs and an italian sausage with spaghetti and meat sauce. we each sampled each others and loved the delicious flavors. we don't get downtown very often, but when we can this is our restaurant of choice.",
        "we have been to other osf's, but never to the one less than a mile from our house. we stopped in last night for dinner and had a great experience. the restaurant is huge and has lots of fun furniture, lamps and other cool things to look at. the service was friendly and fairly efficient. the food is decent and reasonably priced. i had the spaghetti and marinara with minestrone soup and finished off with rainbow sherbet. they must be doing something right since they have been in phoenix since 1972!",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizithra cheese with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
        "pretty good, cheese bread amazing, unique atmosphere good casual date spot, probably 3rd or 4th after you're more comfortable with each other. lol.",
    ],
    "summary": "i went there with a group of 50. the waitresses are friendly and able to get everyone in and out in less than 2 hours. we were all ordering off a la carte, it wasn't that we have limited menu, but yet the food all came at the same time and everyone is happy."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love this place quite a bit. my friends and i frequent it for special occasions usually. the servers are always super nice and knowledgeable about what is on the menu, which is lovely because one of my friends doesn't eat pork so he has to ask about certain items. the food itself is very good. they have decent portions and i usually try something i've never had before. very pretty building that just had a modern cosmetic renovation at the front entrance to put in a ramp. it has easy access to the light rail and bus stops too.",
        "we enjoy going to the old spaghetti factory quite a bit. the food is average, but always tasty. prices are good, staff is friendly, and usually it's quite busy. call ahead reservations are encouraged on the busy nights, otherwise you could wait a good long time to be seated. recommend this place to people who want a good meal on a reasonably price budget. also great for families and parties.",
        "recently we had our company party here. i absolutely love this huge old building. inside of the place is so unique. it's almost like a museum. but the food is not that great. prices are cheap. so i still gave it a 4 star because it's a neat experience.",
        "the place is very comfortable, decor is lovely, they renovated the place, it's all a dark brick color. it's in need of a good chef, better menu. the sauces are rather bland or soured, the bread is sour dough? where is the italian bread? give me real italian sauce with spices and fresh tomatoes on my spaghetti! the staff are great, the place is clean, just needs a real chef!! when that happens, i'll come back often. thank y",
        "if you've been to one old spaghetti factory you've been to them all. quirky indoor seating and ambience which makes the experience fun when there are a lot of people in the restaurant. the four of us all ordered the lunch option which is basically like the dinner option of pasta with your choice of sauce but a smaller portion. if you expect this to be gourmet it's not but if you expect it to be franchise italian food then you won't be disappointed. service was quick and no complaints on the food or price.",
        "damn, these portions are huge. the garlic bread is to die for, and the pasta is just the right amount of filling. the food isn't the best quality, but it's got quantity and it is satisfying. that's all one could really ask for as far as i'm concerned.",
        "i have been a few times but and have always had the same experience, good service, and the food was edible. our last visit i tired this drink called pirates punch, it has captain morgan and i believe pineapple juice. it was too scrumptious and can be dangerous after a few. * * drinker beware * * the environment is cool, very 50's furnishings, there is a sleigh in one of the front windows......... not sure what the meaning is behind that. also you have to check out the pasta farming paraphernalia parking can be a little hectic as well",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizuna with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
    ],
    "summary": "the ambiance of this place is pretty great. i made the comment while we were having diner that it would be a great place for a first date. that way, if it is awkward, at least there is plenty to look at to make the time pass. the food was pretty good for the price. the service was also great. i'd happily go back again."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "umpteen times checked in here, that means its good : ) it's a very good value for the money ( about $ 30 for 2 people ). you get fresh baked bread, salad or soup, entree, drink and spumoni. for me, i get salad with gf dressing, gf pasta, i have to skip all the other stuff but its fine by me, that is alot of food. i set up to get text messages for deal, they normally run one on wednesday and sundays. buy one get one free. you really can't beat that. we recommend old spaghetti factory.",
        "this place came higly recommended, and it lived up to the hype in a few areas. i guess you go here for the atmosphere and not as much for great italian food. the prices make up for the lack of great taste. if you don't pad the bill with a big bar tab, it is really affordable family dining. dinner special includes salad, bread, entree and drink. the entire family made it out the door for under $ 50, including tip.",
        "after taking the light rail downtown for the super bowl fan fest, we saw this at one of our stops, and my wife and i decided we would come here on our way back. boy, am i glad we did. the food was awesome, as was the service. we agreed that whenever we took light rail, on our way back, we will stop here for dinner.",
        "the place is very comfortable, decor is lovely, they renovated the place, it's all a dark brick color. it's in need of a good chef, better menu. the sauces are rather bland or soured, the bread is sour dough? where is the italian bread? give me real italian sauce with spices and fresh tomatoes on my spaghetti! the staff are great, the place is clean, just needs a real chef!! when that happens, i'll come back often. thank y",
        "i love this place quite a bit. my friends and i frequent it for special occasions usually. the servers are always super nice and knowledgeable about what is on the menu, which is lovely because one of my friends doesn't eat pork so he has to ask about certain items. the food itself is very good. they have decent portions and i usually try something i've never had before. very pretty building that just had a modern cosmetic renovation at the front entrance to put in a ramp. it has easy access to the light rail and bus stops too.",
        "so, this phoenix institution is not gonna win any awards for its food. there are a whole lotta other reasons why we go here. it feels like your grandma's place and my kids love it. i've been going there for nearly 40 years. the food is dependable and tasty and the cost is very reasonable. know that you are always going to wait in the lobby, even if there are several table available. it's a good tactic.",
        "we stopped here dinner on the way to an event in downtown phoenix. we got there at 4 pm so they were not very busy yet. the service was excellent and they were very attentive. we had the shrimp, spinach and artichoke appetizer and it was delicious. i highly recommend this appetizer. for an entree i got the spagehetti vesuvious. this is also a very flavorable dish with sausage, chicken and peppers. the sauce is blended and comes on a large bed of spagehetti. the entree is good but not the best italian i have had. if you are looking for good food and excellent service this is the place.",
        "omg. sitting in the bar because they had no seating in main diningroom. menus flung onto the table, no greeting from server. when i mentioned it to the server. she gets an attitude. food comes out, cold and unappetizing.... having to listen to a guy at the next table scream, use the f bomb every other sentence. manager did bring our hot food out personally so we got to talk. this is not the place i remember to come and dine and enjoy........",
    ],
    "summary": "whenever we are in the downtown area, we always eat here. the decor is appealing, and the food is always flavorful. love the bread, salad, pasta and spumoni. the prices are great for what you get, and the service is typically attentive. their kids meals are good sized, too. this is a place that we will continue to frequent."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "ok... we always have the best time when we come here and last night was no exception! christopher behind the bar was so fun and he smiles all the time and his customer service skills really are genuine and sincere. thank you christopher! old spaghetti factory is lucky to have you. the food was awesome... haven't had the brown butter and manicotti before but omg was it amazing. i mixed mine with the clam sauce... and had a side salad... all were so good. thank you... we will be back.",
        "great love for a family friday get away. separate tables in little booths, quiet music, good quality food and really sweet personal. good for parties and just any time of past time. they also gave us a free dessert ( ice cream ). love this place. i will recommend it to anyone who has stomach problems or just like quiet places with nice interiors. better make a reservation. might be a line.",
        "i go to the old spaghetti factory on average 5 times a week. i lost the game there so many times and the food is always there.... it's always food. and the service is always amazing and they bring out the food. and drinks too. help me find my game. they cook the pasta here..... and the bread, woooooaaaa the bread.",
        "my wife found this place on the internet and we decided to try it. best decision we made it was a great italian place and the service was really good too. next time we visit our daughter at college we're definitely eating there again.",
        "i love this place. its great to bring out of towner's or the family for a reasonably priced meal that you usually have left - overs of the next day. the fresh bread is awesome. my family still raves about the broccoli dish ( not a veggie fan so i'll take their word ). all of the pasta dishes are amazing and the spumoni is a great way to end. the atmosphere has been covered by many, but let me just say it really does make the place worth the trip and the service is always attentive. there's a reason we usually have to wait to get in ( because they are doing something right ), and its always worth it.",
        "i am giving this 5 stars. i haven't been here in years but had dinner here tonight with my daughter. the food is still excellent and we were really impressed with our server izzy. he was very attentive, friendly and went out of his way to make sure we had great service. our family has always loved this restaurant and still do. we recommend this highly.",
        "this is a great place to bring the family and enjoy great italian good food at affordable prices! the decor is amazing..... it brings me back to when i was a kid! the food amd staff are great too! i love this place!",
        "we love love love the old spaghetti factory. i don't think there's been a single time i've been that i haven't had to wait, but it's always worth it. i love their lasagna, the bread is really good. they have huge portion sizes, so we split a plate usually when we go, but it's so well worth it. the service has always been really good too. i will definitely go back again and again.",
    ],
    "summary": "so, this phoenix institution is not gonna win any awards for its food. there are a whole lotta other reasons why we go here. it feels like your grandma's place and my kids love it. i've been going there for nearly 40 years. the food is dependable and tasty and the cost is very reasonable. know that you are always going to wait in the lobby, even if there are several table available. it's a good tactic."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is one of cleveland's gems! if you have patience ( because it is always busy ) this place can be a lot of fun. they have all the food you can think of. great idea to visit for a for a date.",
        "recently moving from kansas it was a really treat to be able to experience something that is such a big part of clevelands history. i love this place and will be coming back again and again!",
        "huge fan for over thirty years. still can't beat the variety and freshness. wide choice of ethnic options. love dohars, kitchenmaid, irene dever and others. johnny's hot dog has not been the same since nate sold it and linda isn't there to cook anymore. great place to show off to out oft owners.",
        "a great local institution over 100 years old. there are many great vendors there and many have local produce. the area it is located is making a nice comeback and there are many good restaurants. the great lakes brewery is across the street. there are meat, cheese, bakery, seafood, fruit, vegetable, coffee, and an assortment of other vendors and it is connected to a restaurant and carry out food place. this place is a must when visiting the city. parking is usually crowded and you sometimes have to drive around, but well worth the effort.",
        "just moved from chicago to cleveland ( temporarily, thank the gods ) and this place is the only thing i love about this city. don't get me wrong. cleveland is okay, but this place will make my short stay here much more pleasant. fresh lobster ravioli and grandma freda's strawberry cupcakes, i love you.",
        "super cool and historical. great experience even if you don't want to buy anything, but in my opinion never show up with a full belly. there are so many great food options! its a great cultural experience.",
        "i had not been here since i was kid in the 1990's and it was great going back! we went on a saturday and there was much hustle and bustle. lines varied depending on the stall you were trying to get food from. i found some delicious pierogies that also carried vegan pierogies for my partner. there was also another stall that had vegan / vegetarian products and carried tofu from cleveland tofu company! a definite must visit when you are in cleveland. the area is also close to other shops and restaurants. great lakes brewery is close by!",
        "the produce here is not exactly fresh - they get it off the same truck that giant eagle gets their produce. the only difference is, the west side market vendors get second pick. the good news is, the produce is a lot cheaper. if you don't mind the overcrowding, it is also a great place to get specialty items. cleanliness is not a strong point here either.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is a great joint to visit when in cleveland area! the food and atmosphere here is one of a kind! the little shops are easy to walk through and a real treat to try! it is located in a hip part of the city called ohio city and worth a visit if you are in the area. downtown cle is a 20 min walk or quick uber ride away!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have never had any issues here, food is always good and service is fast. it's certainly not top of the line food but it is one of my favourites and a good value. i recommend this place for a cozy date night or friend date for lunch!",
        "this may be a chain restaurant but all i have been to have tons of character from the trade mark street car you can dine in to the \" bootlegger \" era bar it is a fun place to dine. the food is flavorful italian. the spaghetti with mizithra is a house special and very well done here. the portions are s good value for the price. my only complaint about this location is the parking, or lack there of. tight lot",
        "i've loved old spaghetti factory ( spaghetti company ) for 20 + years. the mizithra / garlic butter is so tasty. prices are really reasonable and service friendly if not always perfect. i give them 4 stars for great value, quirky fun ambience, good basic menu.",
        "ran into this place on the way from the airport to grand canyon and had a great time there. you can try 4 types of sauce for your pasta at the same time and all four were excellent. i particularly like the meat sauce - great thickness and flavor. the interior was very interesting too.",
        "i visited the old spaghetti factory for the first time and was very impressed with the building itself. it's huge and a historical vibe. the food was good and the staff was very nice. there was a 45 min. wait to be seated so be prepared to be here for a couple hrs. it maybe is a little understaffed for the amount of people that eat here. i will give them a second chance someday soon.",
        "the old spaghetti factory is an excellent choice of dining for both family and small dates. the price is fair, the food is made well and the service is above average. the atmosphere is probably the biggest plus about this place. the restaurant has a fun but rustic feel with old wood barrels stacked about and a trolley car fitted with tables for dining in. the antique dining furniture combined with healthy portions of good food make this one of my favorite restaurant chains. free ice cream after a meal doesn't hurt its repertoire either.",
        "the old spaghetti factory has such a fun atmosphere. we've gone twice and both times were sat in these booths that were like little rooms. i loved it! it's a really great place for kids, especially with these little booth rooms. the food didn't really leave an impression on me, i don't think that's necessarily a bad thing though, it can't all be good.",
        "i literally had not been to the old spaghetti factory in 40 years and it was still terrific. i went specifically for the spaghetti with white clam sauce, consistent after all this time. i like the fact they still have a 3 course meal ( soup or salad, entree and dessert ) which is a nice choice when dining with children as your choices for dessert are supmoni, sherbet or ice cream.",
    ],
    "summary": "environment is like antique chronic very nice atmosphere good place to take your family one time experience for you or many special occasions or even once a week or eight times you experience the converse for your family to eat in at least one time and make a moose the food is awesome there with them that the staff is friendly our server luke was very awesome i would go back and recommend this to all my family and friends"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "recently moving from kansas it was a really treat to be able to experience something that is such a big part of clevelands history. i love this place and will be coming back again and again!",
        "fabulous place in the heart of cleveland. a great cultural experience for my family, fresh produce and cheese. campbell's popcorn is my children's favorite. parking can be tricky, we tend to park near the glass bubble project. saturday's are very busy, i suggest going during a weekday to beat the pushy crowd.",
        "great ethnic variety. lots of choices in fruits, veggies, fish, mostly locals. you need to shop around and get to know specific places that you trust and they will go out of their way for you.",
        "great place for variety. love the old country feel. workers are very friendly and most don't have a problem having small talk. parking can be tough at times. get there early for the best picks.",
        "this place will never lose its greatness - we go as often as possible and i am looking forward to picking up our thanksgiving feast fresh tomorrow! there is always one vendor that has enormous artichokes, another who has escarole and the brown's boys always have the produce that lasts the longest. names to follow!",
        "huge fan for over thirty years. still can't beat the variety and freshness. wide choice of ethnic options. love dohars, kitchenmaid, irene dever and others. johnny's hot dog has not been the same since nate sold it and linda isn't there to cook anymore. great place to show off to out oft owners.",
        "we visited from vt and was told to stop by and check out the market. totally blew us away with the architecture and true cleveland culture! really fun place to visit! we walked around for about 30 minutes and wished we could buy so much. we envy locals who get to shop here!",
        "lovely mom & pop feel. vendors of all different types of foods from meats to pastries, cheese, spices, pasta, fruits, veggies. great prices. we love walking around discovering new things and getting inspiration for our meals at home.",
    ],
    "summary": "we visited on a holiday weekend so we expected it to be busy. still, we were able to find parking and we weren't getting squashed by people once inside. you get everything from fresh produce and meats here to scrumptious desserts. majority of the goods are very reasonably priced. great place to have lunch with the family."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we have always love osf.. in fact i've been going here since i was a small child and have very fond memories.. tonight we took our party of 9 our to celebrate our youngest daughters 19th birthday. i was so disappointed in the subpar service and the mediocre food. i hope this was a one time problem.. but it feels like no one really cared.",
        "you go for the themed resturant, after picking up my daughter from girl scout camp, i wanted to take her someplace she would enjoy, there is plenty to see here and my daughter enjoys spaghetti so it was a good combination. i wouldn't recommend this place for the food, it's more about the fun you have with the teme.",
        "based on the group rate vs the quality of the food received, i won't be recommending this place to friends very often. olive garden, while a chain, has better quality food for the same price. a plus that earned tosf it's third star : the atmosphere is nice, it's knick knack but classy.",
        "when we first got there it was lunch time around 1 : 30pm.. we were told a 5 minute wait. however, that didn't happen. we waiting about 20 min when it wasn't busy. we finally sat.. long story short the food was good. but the service was very slow and it sucked. the waitress took the bread off from the table while we were still eating it. we asked for straws and she didn't have any. so she turned around and took the ones from the table next to us. the people from that table left when we sat.. their table was still dirty. maybe we just went on a wrong day or time",
        "the problem here is not the food, but the front reservation desk. we had to put out name in for table twice. with 12 people sitting to eat the wait time was terrible.",
        "i come here for nostalgia..... but mostly for the brown butter - mizithra cheese spagetti!",
        "even though their establishment has lots of rooms and isolated areas, they managed to sit the only family with the restless noisy kid right next to my wife and i. they must be much more concerned about their section allocations than the enjoyment of their customers. don't go here expecting a nice quiet lunch or dinner.",
        "it used to be so good now it just tastes so commercial not at all like it used too. before it was like a grandma was in the kitchen cooking for all her family but now it tastes frozen and not unique.. i'm going to miss it the way it was.",
    ],
    "summary": "i only come this place for the atmosphere, cause the food quality isn't very good. the food is always watery, and tastes like it came out of a can. the restaurant is super big, and has a train car right in the middle of it that you can eat in which my kids love, so it's the only reason we go."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place was pretty surprising because i have driven by it numerous times but never had been inside. the inside is huge and looks like it can serve a lot of people, which explains why it looks so packed on weekend. the food is average but they do give you big portions enough that maybe two or three people can easily share two plates. the service was pretty good as well.",
        "pretty standard chain restaurant although if you're searching for a familiar old place this is it. the service here was friendly and efficient and overall a pretty good value.",
        "it has great environment and service. the food is good but not good enough to win 5 stars.",
        "i have such great memories as a child going to old spaghetti factory in san diego and seattle. i've now realized those memories are most certainly due to the environment ; for that, i give it three stars. it certainly is a good place to take a large group with kids every year or two. i give it two stars for the food. not a good thing when you don't enjoy the spaghetti at a place called the old spaghetti factory.",
        "pretty good i had the spicy spaghetti. it needed more chicken. i enjoyed my time with my boyfriend... my waitress was awkward. nice time though",
        "i really like this place, it sure beats olive garden. the menu is pretty simple and straightforward, basic pasta dishes and a few other options. you get plenty of food, soup or salad, your entree and desert for a decent price. of course, this isn't authentic italian food or anything, just really good pasta. the interior is rustic, lots of seating and room in this hardwood floored refurbished old house. the decorations are old family photos and playbills. but be warned, don't expect to be in and out in an hour for lunch. service is slow for whatever reason. i learned after a few times that an hour and a half was the norm for lunch.",
        "we don't fancy franchises, but sometimes it's just convenient. we go here sometimes because it's near phoenix theater. it's fine, but overpriced for what it is. the last time we went, it was really slow, even at 5 : 30... almost missed our show at 7. likely would go back if we were with people who weren't very interesting eaters and had a decent amount of time. nothing here is interesting - standard italian. would likely be good for kids - it's loud and most of what is on the menu, kids would eat. it has it's place, for sure.",
        "ok, so the service was great, but it was definitely chain italian food. the bread was a bit stale, the lettuce was defiantly sitting for quite a while as wilted as it was, my meal was a bit on the cooler side when i got it, and all of the food i tried was ok. i was asked by my son, who loves this place, if i would come back...... i mean i would eat here, but i would not plan to come. plus items, the meals are well priced for a full 3 course meal. the ambiance and location are fantastic.",
    ],
    "summary": "i love the lay out ok service was on the slow side don't know why long time to get drinks as for the meal it was almost perfect except for the meatballs not a good taste to them but to every thing else the food we had was i recommend them and plan on trying them one more time before i put a x though them so i give them a 3. 8 star"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love the west side market. they have the largest variety of food around. i love walking by each vendor outside and see what everyone has to offer. i love the deals i get there as well. i can get a whole fridge full of fruits and veggies for under $ 30. the fruit is fresh and the people are always so friendly. it is an excellent place to just go walk around and spend your day. the sights and the smells are amazing and they cannot be compared.",
        "a slice of cleveland history! i live in chicago and hadn't been to the west side market since, oh, 5th grade? i was delighted to return remembering fondly the mix of ethnic delicacies. i was not disappointed. produce is of a good quality ( yes, even in the dead of winter ) and so cheap! $ 1 for blueberries? in december?! the meat market ( complete with full pig carcas ), fish monger, cheese makers and bakers were a visual orgy. free parking to boot make the west side market a must visit for clevelanders returning for a visit, foodies and anyone cooking dinner looking for more exotic ingredients.",
        "do it, baby. don't miss it. worth a six - hour drive. lovely produce, meat and everything else. why didn't chicago ever succesfully develop an enclosed market? i wish i remembered the names of the businesses we patronized. but on one side of the market there is a mediterranean products store where i bought all manner of spices from many parts of the world, some of them pretty far from the mediterranean. and if you pass a stand that advertises beef jerky that was on the show called \" the best thing i ever ate \" - - it is. this beef jerky is like eating barbequed spareribs.",
        "i absolutely love visiting the west side market. everyone who rents stands there are so friendly and helpful. to recommend which stands to stop at, is such a hard decision to make. so i would just say make plenty of time to walk through the entire market and scope it all out. i love the juice stand where they make the homemade fresh squeezed fruit juices and smoothies. that is always my first stop when i get there.",
        "wonderful market for all of your culinary endeavors. it is located within a building and offers all types of ingredients, seasonings, meals, meats, seafood, breads and pastries. you will find anything from fresh pasta to candied popcorn, seasoned meats ready for the barbecue and even specialty desserts. we walked around in wonder and purchased smokies, pistachio cake and cannolis. the prices were reasonable and the store owners were really nice and helpful.",
        "this place is heaven for a german expat like me. i can buy maggi seasoning, pretzel rolls and \" salt sticks \" ( bread sticks sprinkled with salt and caraway seeds ), european chocolate and other candy, bratwurst for my husband, \" real \" bread that has \" substance \". and so on. the variety of food is almost overwhelming. the prices for produce are very competitive, and the quality never disappoints. the only complaint i have is that there is no real place to sit down and \" people watch \" and enjoy a piece of cake and coffee.",
        "i love the westside market. i've been going since i was a kid and have enjoyed taking my boys there. you can find foods and ingredients there that are hard to find elsewhere you can enjoy fresh sandwiches and hot coffee while you stroll the many isles and vendor stands. fresh produce is outside but undercover it feels like you are at a european market in the heart of cleveland. i wish more chefs would feature this century old market on their shows. it's a must see for visitors. if you live in the cleveland area and have never been there shame on you!",
        "my favorite place for the best selection of produce, sweets, meats and cheeses! all the vendors i've met are so friendly and personable. i haven't tried them all ( yet ) but the cannoli, macarons and other pastries throughout the market are all to die for! tip : right now the rambutan fruit is in season at many of the produce vendors - cut the prickly rind open to reveal a sweet, juicy fruit that tastes like a mix of pear and grape! delicious!",
    ],
    "summary": "the west side market is a bit of historic cleveland that i truly love. the food and people are great i go whenever i can. from fresh meat, fish, veggies, and fruit to the wonderful bakery items you can't go wrong. you have to try the beef jerky with some cheese and fresh french baguette. truly a gem in the city."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love this place quite a bit. my friends and i frequent it for special occasions usually. the servers are always super nice and knowledgeable about what is on the menu, which is lovely because one of my friends doesn't eat pork so he has to ask about certain items. the food itself is very good. they have decent portions and i usually try something i've never had before. very pretty building that just had a modern cosmetic renovation at the front entrance to put in a ramp. it has easy access to the light rail and bus stops too.",
        "it is what it is. a family portions and very casual place. the food here is pretty good. and service is always wonderful. walking through the kitchen before u get seated is a different touch but seems a little gross to me.",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizithra cheese with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
        "really nice decor. delicious food. parking sucks and can only imagine what it's like during a lunch or dinner rush. maybe there's more parking \" out back \" but it's pretty sparse... and narrow.",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizuna with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
        "the ambiance of this place is pretty great. i made the comment while we were having diner that it would be a great place for a first date. that way, if it is awkward, at least there is plenty to look at to make the time pass. the food was pretty good for the price. the service was also great. i'd happily go back again.",
        "recently we had our company party here. i absolutely love this huge old building. inside of the place is so unique. it's almost like a museum. but the food is not that great. prices are cheap. so i still gave it a 4 star because it's a neat experience.",
        "i don't eat a lot of pasta and i don't come here all the time. however, i think the salad with pesto dressing and the garlic mizithra ( spaghetti with bacon, mushrooms, brown butter and cheese ) are very good. i have heard that the other stuff is good, too. i have only been here for lunch, so i don't know what dinner is like. sit in the trolley car - - you can ring the bell! it is located conveniently off the light rail stop at central and mcdowell, near the phoenix main library.",
    ],
    "summary": "i visited the old spaghetti factory for the first time and was very impressed with the building itself. it's huge and a historical vibe. the food was good and the staff was very nice. there was a 45 min. wait to be seated so be prepared to be here for a couple hrs. it maybe is a little understaffed for the amount of people that eat here. i will give them a second chance someday soon."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i was in cleveland for a weekend and this is the one place i was able to visit when i had a bit of time for sightseeing. i loved the west side market! i was mad that i wasn't hungry and that i wasn't gonna be cooking during the weekend. there was so much good food. the folks that we did interact with that were behind the counters were all super friendly and really knew their stuff. i don't know when i'll be back in cleveland but i'll for sure recommend that people try this spot if i know they're going to be in the city!",
        "i am reviewing this place as a tourist / visitor. my friends and i thought we will check out the infamous west side market in cleveland. this market sells fresh fruits, meats, baked goods and veggies, and that's it! we came from seattle and it is nothing compared to the pike place market. kind of disappointing. i would admit, that this is probably one of the better things you could do in cleveland though. despite how small it is, people there are really friendly and they would talk to anyone and have samples if you ask for it. this place is great to purchase fresh ingredients for a fab meal!",
        "a site to see for sure. its pretty overwhelming because the main market really isn't in any type of order. its better that way, makes you wander all the way through. apparently the mosaics on the wall have a great history, i was too busy looking at the food. great melting pot, i haven't ever seen anything like this before. we have something sort of like it in sf, but its a super pretentious version. not at all a cultural mix like this.",
        "the wsm was actually featured in a special on pbs where they said it was pretty much the last of it's kind in the country. i think cleveland deserves credit for preserving a lot of the wonderful traditional things that many cities have done away with... basically, if you have ever enjoyed eating food, you will love this place. i wish i could move in. be sure to check out the falafel / gyro stand in the back, it is fanastic, and the crepe stand is amazing as well",
        "i read about this market in books, and i have seen it on the tv. it was way cooler in person to see this place, the smells, sights, were epic. i am on vacation, but i ended up leaving with some fresh fruit, and huge steaks. it is truly a great place.",
        "super cool and historical. great experience even if you don't want to buy anything, but in my opinion never show up with a full belly. there are so many great food options! its a great cultural experience.",
        "great coffee and crepes right in the front door. fun and busy place! beautiful desserts. the fresh pasta is worth the trip. the restaurant uses food right from the market. definitely a spot to hit up when you're in cleveland.",
        "i love west side market! this place is absolutely one of cleveland's treasures. when i go here, i feel like i am transported to an open air market in a foreign country ( albeit that the market is covered ). you have all these market stalls under one roof selling everything from choice cuts of meat to fresh fruit and vegetables. there's plenty of parking and now that it's summer, there is usually a band playing across the street. it's a great place to plan an urban picnic, go to the market and load up on pastries and drinks and then head across the street to enjoy live music and people watching. : )",
    ],
    "summary": "had a great time walking around here and picking up food from all the stands. old school feel, but love the atmosphere and energy. was able to pick up everything i wanted and have wanted in the past and want in the future. make sure you make this a stop on your itinerary if you're in cleveland!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is a classic for me. love this place as a kid it's on of only a few places to get great tasting mazitra with brown butter. i love the sherbert that comes with the meal.",
        "i really like this place, it sure beats olive garden. the menu is pretty simple and straightforward, basic pasta dishes and a few other options. you get plenty of food, soup or salad, your entree and desert for a decent price. of course, this isn't authentic italian food or anything, just really good pasta. the interior is rustic, lots of seating and room in this hardwood floored refurbished old house. the decorations are old family photos and playbills. but be warned, don't expect to be in and out in an hour for lunch. service is slow for whatever reason. i learned after a few times that an hour and a half was the norm for lunch.",
        "if you've been to one old spaghetti factory you've been to them all. quirky indoor seating and ambience which makes the experience fun when there are a lot of people in the restaurant. the four of us all ordered the lunch option which is basically like the dinner option of pasta with your choice of sauce but a smaller portion. if you expect this to be gourmet it's not but if you expect it to be franchise italian food then you won't be disappointed. service was quick and no complaints on the food or price.",
        "the ambiance of this place is pretty great. i made the comment while we were having diner that it would be a great place for a first date. that way, if it is awkward, at least there is plenty to look at to make the time pass. the food was pretty good for the price. the service was also great. i'd happily go back again.",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizuna with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
        "love the mitzithra! good food at a good price but there is almost always a wait. each entree comes with soup or salad, drink and dessert so you get plenty to eat. their kids menu is also quite extensive so it is great for families and groups.",
        "great osf menu i've known to love. couple local appetizer selections which was cool. great spot and decor. fast service.",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizithra cheese with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
    ],
    "summary": "we enjoy going to the old spaghetti factory quite a bit. the food is average, but always tasty. prices are good, staff is friendly, and usually it's quite busy. call ahead reservations are encouraged on the busy nights, otherwise you could wait a good long time to be seated. recommend this place to people who want a good meal on a reasonably price budget. also great for families and parties."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "quality and value going downhill. have been a regular, at least monthly, customer for nearly 20 years. prices have doubled, food quality has waned and service remains spotty. too bad because the buildings the restaurants are housed in are always interesting and it's a great place for large groups. someone needs to \" right the ship \". the dinner we had tonight wasn't worth 1 / 2 the $ 50 + we paid.",
        "this place is garbage. prime location but food lacking all types of flavor. they continue remodeling the place for some reason like it's gonna change the taste in their food.",
        "meh. tastes like a chain. oh wait, it is! i've had worse food ; i'll leave it at that.",
        "i haven't tried to many items from here, but the chicken parm was good, i had some chicken dish for lunch one day that wasn't the best. the bread was fresh from the oven so the butter melted as soon as you spread it, and the free post meal sherbert is the 4th star!",
        "we had the veggie, also, the meat lasagnas, which were both ah - mazin!",
        "i feel like the menu here is pretty limited. yes, i know it's italian food and they do have gf options but they don't have any good choices for seafood based italian. for instance, mussels in marinara? service was fine and quick.",
        "pretty standard chain restaurant although if you're searching for a familiar old place this is it. the service here was friendly and efficient and overall a pretty good value.",
        "the food here is so mediocre as to be funny. but the place itself holds a special place in my heart. i spent many a high school half - day with my friends sitting in the trolley. and i always loved the decor. it was like walking into a mansion that is some old - timey wonderland.",
    ],
    "summary": "you go for the themed resturant, after picking up my daughter from girl scout camp, i wanted to take her someplace she would enjoy, there is plenty to see here and my daughter enjoys spaghetti so it was a good combination. i wouldn't recommend this place for the food, it's more about the fun you have with the teme."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "made the mistake of buying a car at camelback hyundai. took the car for service here and... wow!!! service department was helpful and i wish we bought from them. will do business with them from now on.",
        "totally pain free car buying experience. riley and eddie were my sales people and they were knowledgeable and easy to work with. the sales manager gavin was a great guy. i'd definitely recommend buying your car from them.",
        "this location treats customers fairly and works with them on pricing. all car salesmen work hard to get the sale, but as far as car dealerships go, they are pretty good. jeremy clark was knowledgeable and friendly. definitely better than the hyundai dealership on camelback, and the sales tax is lower in avondale than phoenix. much appreciated!",
        "we are new to the arizona area and was looking to purchase our 3rd hyundai vehicle. the sales group at earnhardt was attentive and very helpful in reaching our goal. everyone was very informative and making sure we received the best deal possible. would recommend this dearlership to anyone looking to purchase a hyundai vehicle.",
        "it was my first time buying a car, shayne was really helpful and found me the car i wanted within my budget. i'll be back when i'm ready for my next upgrade.",
        "came in to get my key fob programed and was informed a couple parts were recalled and would be replaced under warranty. i had to return again and had such a pleasant experience with the staff, particularly michelle. she went beyond the service and made personal connections with me while remaining professional. her customer service alone is the reason i will return. the service to my vehicle and care taken were also exceptional.",
        "this is our second purchase from earnhardt hyundai and shayne walker is the absolute best. he is nice and funny and professional. he makes the process so easy! i highly recommend working with him and we love our santa fe and our sonata!",
        "friendly staff, and easy pricing below kbb, and edmunds. honestly best prices in town. we told them what we want and they never tried to up sell us and play games.",
    ],
    "summary": "we didn't buy a car here because i had started negotiating with another dealer that had the exact car we wanted at the right price and we were under a time constraint. i would recommend that anyone check with them before buying. jeremy clark and adam breen were as good to deal with as any car sales people i have dealt with. one of the best features of their website is that they post the window sticker on line. other dealers need to do the same."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "pretty standard chain restaurant although if you're searching for a familiar old place this is it. the service here was friendly and efficient and overall a pretty good value.",
        "we don't fancy franchises, but sometimes it's just convenient. we go here sometimes because it's near phoenix theater. it's fine, but overpriced for what it is. the last time we went, it was really slow, even at 5 : 30... almost missed our show at 7. likely would go back if we were with people who weren't very interesting eaters and had a decent amount of time. nothing here is interesting - standard italian. would likely be good for kids - it's loud and most of what is on the menu, kids would eat. it has it's place, for sure.",
        "love the interior and atmosphere and wooden charm. the food was good and satisfying if you're craving some traditional italian fare. salad is basic. got the mizithra cheese with browned butter which is delicious and meat sauce which was good. dessert is included and spumoni ice cream hit the spot. service was lacking and we felt we were in a corner where it was hard to get someone's attention and waitstaff sparingly came by.",
        "i love this location. been going there since i was a wee lad. food is just average. service is always ok. but it reminds me of childhood so i always go back.",
        "it has great environment and service. the food is good but not good enough to win 5 stars.",
        "pretty good i had the spicy spaghetti. it needed more chicken. i enjoyed my time with my boyfriend... my waitress was awkward. nice time though",
        "i love the old spaghetti factory and this one was pretty good. server was friendly and efficient. i ordered the manager special and my pasta with brown butter was too dry, but everything else was okay. i would go here again.",
        "good food but decent quality. i got the fettuccini alfredo ; the broccoli wasn't cooked all the way, the chicken was processed and the mushrooms were canned. the bread is good however it gets hard fast, but ya garlic butter which is really yummy! and free ice cream at the end!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place was pretty surprising because i have driven by it numerous times but never had been inside. the inside is huge and looks like it can serve a lot of people, which explains why it looks so packed on weekend. the food is average but they do give you big portions enough that maybe two or three people can easily share two plates. the service was pretty good as well."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is delicious!!!!! the inside is so cute as well. andrew is a great server!",
        "it is what it is. a family portions and very casual place. the food here is pretty good. and service is always wonderful. walking through the kitchen before u get seated is a different touch but seems a little gross to me.",
        "recently we had our company party here. i absolutely love this huge old building. inside of the place is so unique. it's almost like a museum. but the food is not that great. prices are cheap. so i still gave it a 4 star because it's a neat experience.",
        "i go to the old spaghetti factory on average 5 times a week. i lost the game there so many times and the food is always there.... it's always food. and the service is always amazing and they bring out the food. and drinks too. help me find my game. they cook the pasta here..... and the bread, woooooaaaa the bread.",
        "i go a lot of places and know good service when i see it. henry was one of the best waiters i have seen. i will definitely come here again.",
        "i have never had any issues here, food is always good and service is fast. it's certainly not top of the line food but it is one of my favourites and a good value. i recommend this place for a cozy date night or friend date for lunch!",
        "spinach and cheese ravioli with alfredo sauce instead of marinara is my favorite! and that darn warm mini loaf of sour doe is perfect every damn time. love!",
        "i have been a few times but and have always had the same experience, good service, and the food was edible. our last visit i tired this drink called pirates punch, it has captain morgan and i believe pineapple juice. it was too scrumptious and can be dangerous after a few. * * drinker beware * * the environment is cool, very 50's furnishings, there is a sleigh in one of the front windows......... not sure what the meaning is behind that. also you have to check out the pasta farming paraphernalia parking can be a little hectic as well",
    ],
    "summary": "this is my first review of this restaurant but i have been here many times. i have always had a great experience and have never been disappointed with the food i have ordered. this location is my preferred one due to its location. the building is full of character and the light rail stop being right in front is a plus since my 6 year old son loves riding it. yes, it is not the best italian food ever but it is consistently good and the value is solid."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my experience with earnhardt hyundai was 1st class. jeremy clark was very professional, honest, and a pleasure to work with. this was the easiest car buying experience of my life. my wife and i are very happy with the tucson we purchased. we received a fair trade in for our vehicle and the whole transaction was completed smoothly without any surprises. if you are looking to buy a hyundai, there's no reason to look anywhere else. go see jeremy.",
        "had an excellent experience. max was the right guy for us. he was very laid - back and knowledge. he took his time with my husband and i. max helped us find the right car at the right price. we couldn't be happier with our experience. this is the second time i have purchase a car at hyundai avondale and will definitely be back in the future.",
        "awesome dealership and experience we had buying our cars. very friendly staff, awesome salesperson - james was very honest, knowledgeable and patient with us as we made our decisions. not only was our salesman knowledgeable about the different cars and options, he made sure we were comfortable and not pressured. the entire staff - including finance, sales management, parts dept were all very pleasant to work with. it made for a very great experience. we ultimately bought 2 cars from this dealer and now recommend them to all of our friends.",
        "another wonderful experience at earnhardt hyundai, thanks to jeremy clark. four years ago i purchased my first car, here. no pressure to buy at all and i appreciate that. thank you again to everyone that worked with me, on the purchase of my 2018 hyundai tucson. i will be back!",
        "came in to get my key fob programed and was informed a couple parts were recalled and would be replaced under warranty. i had to return again and had such a pleasant experience with the staff, particularly michelle. she went beyond the service and made personal connections with me while remaining professional. her customer service alone is the reason i will return. the service to my vehicle and care taken were also exceptional.",
        "i checked internet. then i went to dealer shop. i knew what i want. so i got a good deal. so far, my new sonata looking good. talk to eddie. he is easy to work with",
        "i love this dealership! no cheating, no push. lower price with better service. they provide me everything ready for me. james is a very good salesman!",
        "it was my first time buying a car, shayne was really helpful and found me the car i wanted within my budget. i'll be back when i'm ready for my next upgrade.",
    ],
    "summary": "we are new to the arizona area and was looking to purchase our 3rd hyundai vehicle. the sales group at earnhardt was attentive and very helpful in reaching our goal. everyone was very informative and making sure we received the best deal possible. would recommend this dearlership to anyone looking to purchase a hyundai vehicle."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "3 stars is sufficient..... i feel the prices are on the high side... yes, i know it comes with a small salad, bread, a drink ( iced tea or milk is included, but not soda.... go figure ), & a small cup of ice cream, but it still seems a little pricey to me. i felt like the portions are all not that big. i love the mizithra cheese... so yummy! but there were a few times where i felt like they didn't really give you enough on the spaghetti.... i felt a little gipped. if you really want italian food, then go to oregano's instead!... now we're talkin '!",
        "we don't fancy franchises, but sometimes it's just convenient. we go here sometimes because it's near phoenix theater. it's fine, but overpriced for what it is. the last time we went, it was really slow, even at 5 : 30... almost missed our show at 7. likely would go back if we were with people who weren't very interesting eaters and had a decent amount of time. nothing here is interesting - standard italian. would likely be good for kids - it's loud and most of what is on the menu, kids would eat. it has it's place, for sure.",
        "i definitely remember the food being better here when i was a kid. i came here for a small dinner party and i was really disappointed in the food quality. a majority of it seemed like it came straight for from the can and lacked flavors and texture. the easiest way to explain it is by comparing it to the school cafeteria pasta that we had when we were kids. i ended up giving this place two stars as the setting is fun and the old street car is really cool. too bad you have to have less than 4 people to sit in it.",
        "go after the lunch hour. the noise level is lower from children. the waitress is stressed due to little help. food is good but nothing to shout about. parking is a challenge if you want to park in the front or side. no discounts for military or seniors offered.",
        "the food is great, the decor is so - so. sometimes i wonder how long it's been since some of the display items have been cleaned. makes me a little leary of what other corners they might be cutting, but have never really had a problem with food quality of service.",
        "great food, atmosphere, & friendly staff. while it's not the best italian out there, for the price around $ 10 average, it's one of the best.",
        "i literally had not been to the old spaghetti factory in 40 years and it was still terrific. i went specifically for the spaghetti with white clam sauce, consistent after all this time. i like the fact they still have a 3 course meal ( soup or salad, entree and dessert ) which is a nice choice when dining with children as your choices for dessert are supmoni, sherbet or ice cream.",
        "ummmm..... the bread is the bomb. com, the salad is just a plain salad [ nothing like olive garden ] annnd the chicken penne pasta with marinara and alfredo sauce was a - ok. it's a cute place and i really like the atmosphere... there's really not much to say i guess. it wasn't so bad where i have to write a two page review bashing the place... but it wasn't so good where i have to write a three page review praising the place... the end.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a decent sized chain with great food, but what get's me every time is the extremely sensational atmosphere. this location has so much too look at you'll definitely find your eyes wandering as you eat, either in admiration or just trying to figure out what the heck that thing is over there!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i went with a group for a business lunch. they were able to sit us quickly. the service was good. however, the food was not so great. i ordered a chicken caesar salad. the lettuce was dripping in dressing, yuck! there was barely any lettuce, but plenty of chicken, so that may be a preference on my part for more greens. the chicken was cooked well, still moist, but the proportions were off. i would have to try something else if i go back.",
        "service here was excellent. food was quite disappointing, tried the chicken breast fettuccine alfredo and tasted the butter in the noodles more than the creamy alfredo. tried the garlic cheese bread and marinara was quite watered down with little taste. the lasagna was not worth the wait. if you're truly craving italian find it somewhere else.",
        "we really love the spaghetti factory but we're disappointed with our most recent experience. first the positives - our waitress was quite attentive and friendly with the kids, which we appreciate. she also got the bill right which sounds basic but more often than not is an issue. the opportunities - the kitchen was not on its game, unfortunately. the broccoli with mizithra was cold in places. disappointing. and the pasta with mizithra had very little browned butter sauce. equally disappointing.",
        "i'm giving a 3 instead of a 2 because there wasn't anything'wrong'with the food or service but the menu options are bland bland bland. perfect menu for a picky 8 year old. if noodles and some sauce is your cup of tea you'll like this place. the salad is lettuce and croutons with 2 choices of dressing. i wish i didnt pay for something i could easily make at home.",
        "overpriced ordinary spaghetti i didn't realize this was a chain until i was seated. the bread with garlic butter was pretty good but the salad appeared to have been of the generic iceberg bagged variety smothered in dressing. the mushroom sauce consisted of their marinara garnished with a few sliced mushrooms. not horrible but certainly not anything special. the cherry cream soda was excellent and the spumoni ice cream was good, but i won't be returning.",
        "the atmosphere and servers were great.. but the food was not the best italian that i have had... the spinach dip was decent.. i got the no. 1 the premier ( lasagna and chicken marsala ). the lasagna was slightly cold and the chicken marsala had a rubbery / fatty bottom that i ended up cutting the chicken up and not eating it.",
        "we dined in for lunch on a friday. short wait and then we were seated in bar area. took about 15 minutes to get our drinks because our waiter was also bartender. it looked like a busted up antique shop but i guess that's what they are going for. garlic bread and complementary bread were pretty good. i ordered a salad that was drenched in oil. very hard to eat more than a couple bites. chicken in my pasta was definitely frozen and looked like rubber. i'm glad i tried it but i won't come back. much better value at olive garden",
        "the food was good but the service was lacking, i heard one of my servers cussing someone out in the kitchen, he didn't check up on me at all time. next when i came into the restaurant with my friend, i didn't get greeted, she had no smile on her face.",
    ],
    "summary": "i don't know what they were shooting for with the decor, but what ever you are hoping your restaurant will look like i'm sure they have a place in there that will mach. the service was friendly and i enjoyed the various surroundings. but the food was sadly not up to par. i could make better spaghetti at home."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this was my favorite bagel joint. i was excited to come in since i haven't been in a while only to be disappointed w my green eggs and ham bagel. the eggs were just gross, green colored and the texture was that of some sponge type. i was very disappointed this morning.",
        "we have been picking up bagels for our salon about 31 / 2 years now every saturday morning. if i were to miss a day our quest would defiantlly be disappointed. i cant even change the flavor of cream cheese, it has to be plain and veggie. bagels i have request from my staff, as for our quest they dont care as long as i have their bagels!",
        "wow - service has really declined! i went into lox, stock and bagel this morning and was the only person in line. i watched 3 people behind the counter make an order rather than wait on the customer right in front of them. the manager / owner who was busy doing paperwork got up and went into the back - and didn't acknowledge the situation either. i ended up walking out with no food. it's really too bad - because michelle and michael worked very hard to establish a great business for the neighborhood!",
        "since the new ownership in the last year this place has been a disaster. the rudest employees and if you complain to the owner's daughter she will bully you. this place was a favorite bagel spot before this new ownership. they are also hugely disorganized and it's a simple fix - don't hire your friends and family - hire experienced staff and who know how to give good customer service.",
        "as relocated new yorkers, we have searched for a good deli to satisfy our noshing needs. sadly, this is not that place. the bagels tasted like wonder bread. you can get better nova at costco. the one thing nyc you ask? the prices! way too high given the mediocre food. so, we keep looking...",
        "for as expensive as this is, at least they could give you a real cup for coffee vs. styrofoam.",
        "we were in town for the weekend and went here based on the yelp reviews. the bagels were great, plenty of tasty cream cheese. decent coffee... here's where things get ugly : cockroaches started crawling out of the food counter. i saw two of them. my husband informed the workers and a guy got a broom and started pushing the tiles back on the wall. totally ruined my appetite. too bad because the food was great until that happened.",
        "it was ok - bagels nothing to write home about, place was dirty & i waited forever for a juice with our bagels. i really like big city bagels much better - best tasting bagels in az, simple clean place & quick, humble service.",
    ],
    "summary": "i used to really love eating here but something has changed in the past few months. the bagels have diminished in quality. i used to love the cinnamon gooey bagel but they no longer have the crystallized cinnamon sugar topping and they are as flat as pancakes. if you're lucky you might get a plain bagel with a dust of cinnamon on it. i hope they improve their bagel making quality because this place used to be something special for breakfast."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love this place. only spot in phoenix that i can find a salt bagel. staff is great and the coffee is awesome. good place to sit outside with the doggies too. only draw back is that it is kind of pricey.",
        "great place to eat breakfast! they have tons of bagel options and breakfast sandwiches : ). also they have a very generous check in offer",
        "bagels were good. staff was super friendly. i wasn't impressed with the bagels in general though. i'm a huge bagel guy and these bagels weren't impressive at all, but they were good nonetheless. i'll be back to try a couple other items.",
        "the bagels are fresh and delicious and very well might be the best in town. the restrooms and dining area are clean, the service is friendly but a little slow. since this place is a hit among the locals, the wait can get long and the dining area can get crowded. there is plenty of parking.",
        "delicious large bagels and bialys that toast really well. great selection of sandwiches and homemade salads. quick and very friendly service.",
        "great gluten free bagels! i think they may be from gluten free creations, but they are yummy nonetheless. and the tuna and egg salad are delicious! wish they were open a little later.",
        "great location and perfect breakfast spot. the bagel breakfast sandwiches were very good. the coffee selection was decent too. will definitely visit again next time i am in the area.",
        "hands down, the best bagels in the valley. the staff is super friendly and they make it a point to make you feel welcome. i've also used them many times to cater lunches for my office. great food and reasonable prices make this a perfect alternative to ordering pizza. my only suggestion is that they open for dinner!",
    ],
    "summary": "was looking for a quick and light breakfast with my boyfriend and found this place. the staff are very friendly and they took our order quickly and efficiently. the breakfast bagels were very good and there was ample seating to eat in the bagel shop. overall it was a good experience and we will be going back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "hands down, the best bagel shop in the valley. family owned, employees who care, and bagels to die for. there isn't a bagel shop in the phoenix area that even comes close. guess who provides bagels to the top resorts in the area? you guessed right.... lock stock & bagel. if you like bagels, do yourself a favor and visit this shop.... like i have done every week for the last decade.",
        "i've been eating here for 10 + years. never a bad meal and i've had everything. i'm allergic to corn and every bagel place out here has cornmeal on the bottom, not this place! real bagels in arizona!!?? wow. these taste just like the ones back home in new jersey!! best toppings amount and bagel size in the valley.",
        "i have been goingt to lox stock and bagel for years. it is a family owned, fresh out of the oven delicatessen and bakery. the bagels are the best in town and the cream cheese selection is wonderful. my favorite item is the fruit, yogurt and granola parfait, delicious! the best bagel hands down is the cinnamon goey. i can always count on lox stock to satisfy whatever bagel craving i am having at the moment. the coffee is always hot, the service is always fast and friendly and the food is always fabulous!",
        "six free bagels offered with any purchase if you check in. learned that the bagels are steamed and not boiled and that lowers the bar really on expectations at this well named local joint. bagels are good in a pinch, but the chive cream cheese that is homemade was probably the best part of things. i also tried their potato salad and that was full of big chunks of red potatoes and celery and alot of mayo. it fell somewhere above the average quality. most sandwiches about 10 bucks, so will possibly go try another item if they use quality deli meat, but will be back for cream cheese at least.",
        "having tried many different bagel shops in the valley i am always looking for better bagel. i guess i am spoiled having grown up in brooklyn, the home of the best bagels, just my opinion and actually many others too. i decided to try lox stock and bagel today and was not disappointed. the bagels are tasty and the texture is just right. the toppings on the bagels are generous, some places seem as if they count the sesame seeds. one bagel didn't even make it home. it was my reward for driving to get them. i am now a fan and will be making this the home of my bagels of choice. the early opening, 5 : 30 am is also plus.",
        "i've had a number of other bagels and today found out that i have been eating garbage. this place has the best bagels i have ever eaten in my life. lox, bagel and the works is delish!! coffee does not make your hair stand up or make your heart race - tastes great! service is fast and friendly. will definitely be back again. place is small so get there early on weekends. there is seating outside too.",
        "the bagels here are giant. that's really all i came here to say, but i will also mention that they taste delicious. especially their honey wheat bagels ( so good with herb cream cheese or in place of bread for a sandwich ). the one thing that i'm a little disappointed in are their egg bagels. it's just not the flavor i'm used to. i highly recommend being on their mailing list. they have fantastic deals, as well as give you a free dozen bagels for your birthday and anniversary. why yes, i would like enough bagels to feed my family for days, thank you.",
        "these are the best bagels i have ever had in my life. i have not been here personally, but a co - worker lives nearby and brings them in on friday mornings. they are so fluffy and fat. i would like to go there myself to try other items on the meny. but as far as being a bagel shop, these guys got it right.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is my favorite bagel place in scottsdale. the bagels are fresh and perfect, they will even slice them for you if you ask. their cream cheese blends are very good as well as their breakfast sandwiches. just recently tried their gluten free bagels, and altho they are not made in house, they are really good. you won't be disappointed if your craving a good bagel or bialy."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this was a great neighborhood find. i'm not huge on bagels, but i really like these. the bagels are made fresh everyday and are just right. michelle, the owner, is very nice and friendly, even when obviously busy. i consider myself lucky to have this place right across the street. the world's pickiest eater and i usually get a tuna melt on whole wheat mixed with avocado added after it comes out of the toaster. so good and it is totally big enough to split.",
        "one of my favorite local places to go! worth the money. excellent bagels. i have tried 80 % of the menu over the last 10 years, and i don't think i have had anything that was not wonderful. tuna sandwich is my favorite! everyone is super sweet and i love that it is owner operated!",
        "looking forward to great bagels and cream cheese! i'll be back again! the bagels are fresh, soft, and smell delicious! great way to start a saturday!",
        "i love food and this is the best in town. try the tuna sampler. the tuna salad is delicious and is not loaded down with mayonnaise it is served on a bed of caesar salad with the best dressing that has just the right zap of lemon. also try the pasta salad, this is no ordinary pasta salad the dressing is light and flavorful. it is full of great veggies orange and green cauliflower are a special highlight for this dish. the service is efficient and friendly. you will feel like part of the family on the first visit.",
        "ive been going to lox for years and have never been anything but satisfied! the bagels are always extremely fresh, even close to closing time! the variety of cream cheeses just makes my mouth water thinking about it!! but if you want to get something more unique their many different kinds of breakfast sandwiches will always fill you up!! not to mention all kinds of drinks from juice, milk, chocolate milk, soda, coffee and more! why would you go anywhere else! the service has always been top knotch! the family owned restaurant are the friendliest around ; area for kids to play with legos, tables you can move for larger groups and free wi - fi!!!!",
        "seriously, my favorite bagels in scottsdale! bagels are cooked perfectly and they use quality ingredients to make the best bagel sandwich. their cream cheese is homemade. i'm not a huge coffee drinker and i always get their iced coffee, as well. if you're not a bagel person, their breakfast burritos are on point, as well. it's definitely worth stopping by and checking out!",
        "i'm a chicken salad connoisseur... this chicken salad was pretty good! bagels are awesome and you can taste the difference. perfect lunch spot.",
        "best bagels in arizona!! they blueberry bagels with blueberry creme cheese is amazing!! they are fresh daily, never hard or lacking flavor. they owners are amazing and the people definitely are friendly and remember me no matter how often or little i am in there. the prices are right and they will go above and beyond to toast your bagel exactly the way you want it! even the young people there are very friendly and inviting!! check it out and hit the gym next door, to keep that spare tire at bay! ; )",
    ],
    "summary": "the bagels and pasteries here are delicious. maybe it's a good thing this place isn't closer to my house or i would eat here all the time. mmmm, carbs! as max said, it's not really a young, hip place to hang out but they make good eats. swing by and grab some bagels to go and be sure to pick up an amazing cranberry muffin. i swear, they are like the size of your fist!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "amazing bbq!!!! my favorite thing about this place is that it allows you to choose your meat ( brisket, chicken, pork, sausage, etc ) and then they have a variety of different sauces on the table to sample with the meats til you found out which one you like best! they have several different combo options if you want a lot of different kinds of protein. they also offer sandwiches and bowls. the sides are really awesome as well. i got the waffles fries and charred corn and i'm excited to try more! looking forward to coming back!",
        "this is my first visit to this new location! awesome atmosphere! very clean, as well! the staff is very friendly and will help if you have any questions or need a hand to get everything to your table! the food is fabulous! i generally get the pulled pork & / or the sausage with a side of mac & cheese & / or beans! this is a great place to eat!",
        "dammmmmmmm!!!!!!!!! that's some good bbq. this is going to be my new bbq spot. the price is right and they're not stingy with the meat. i would definitely recommend this joint to everyone. i will be back. oh yea, i got to give a shout out to daniel one of the coolest servers.",
        "really good meat! i had the ribs without the sauce. i can tell you the rub was very flavorful. we also had the pulled pork bowl. the rice and beans were less than desirable, but again, the meat was really good. they could improve on the side salad... there was nothing to it really. only greens and a few yellow peppers. they have other stuff to top it with, but minimal ( tomatoes, pickles, cheese, corn ). definitely worth your time. your belly won't regret it!",
        "omg! i was craving bbq and googled bbq near me... pork on a fork popped up, and i was shocked i never seen this place before.... but! that pulled pork sammich i had yesterday was delicious!!!! now i have to try the ribs that i am most certainly sure are amazing as well! trust i will be back today. # markmywords : ) good job everyone there! let me add, you will be kept happy while in line. they are cheerful and just happy to be of assistance! they welcome your upbeat, energized spirits to the fullest! thank you again for such great service.",
        "the meat is great. the options are great. the mac is great. the fires are great. the management is great. absolute favorite local spot. give them your business!",
        "best bbq in town!! i've had the chicken, pork, and brisket and all are super tender and moist. you get your choice of sandwich, salad or burrito or bowls. all are top quality as are the sides. the staff is very friendly and helpful. while super casual the dining area is super clean.",
        "great store and staff good job camelback store!!! great bbq the staff was awesome! reminds me of texas bbq!!! good job guys! and gals!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is great! i get the bbq burrito every time and it's awesome! the portions are huge and include your choice of two sides which are delicious. mac and cheese is my favorite. this place reminds me of a chipotle where u walk up and order exactly what you want down the line which is great for the fast paced lifestyle or if you just want to sit down and have a nice meal. also, the sauces are delicious. try them all."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this kansas girl is always on the lookout for quality bbq and pork on a fork did not disappoint. the key to identifying a good bbq joint is their brisket. theirs was perfectly smoked, great smoke ring just enough fat remaining to seal in the juices. the sausage chicken and pulled pork was just as perfect. finally if you are a sauce person definitely try what they have to offer. now what about the sides? those too were made to perfection, don't miss the mac and cheese and when they ask if you want seasoning on it say yes. if you are anywhere near one of their locations in phoenix stop in!",
        "the meat is great. the options are great. the mac is great. the fires are great. the management is great. absolute favorite local spot. give them your business!",
        "ate here last night and the bbq plate that i had was so so. beef brisket was tough, shredded chicken was a tad too dry and the pulled pork was ok. ended throwing away the brisket! the corn bread was so small it shouldn't be considered a side! it was just meat and 2 sides and they don't even give you bread or roll. in texas where i came from, bbq there is so much better and they give you all the hot rolls you want!! since moving back to phoenix we had tried other bbq places here and they were better! also need to mention their service was fair and it would be nice to have the bbq sauce bottles on the table filled up!! they were empty!!",
        "really good meat! i had the ribs without the sauce. i can tell you the rub was very flavorful. we also had the pulled pork bowl. the rice and beans were less than desirable, but again, the meat was really good. they could improve on the side salad... there was nothing to it really. only greens and a few yellow peppers. they have other stuff to top it with, but minimal ( tomatoes, pickles, cheese, corn ). definitely worth your time. your belly won't regret it!",
        "so excited they opened their second location on 20th street and camelback road. i've been going to their original location on deer valley rd for years. just like the original, the ribs are incredible, the pulled pork is smoked to perfection and the mac and cheese is simply addictive. can't wait to have them cater my next event. and what makes them even better... they are locally owned and operated. simply the best bbq in the valley.",
        "my 1st visit was awesome. i got my food to go. didn't know what to order so the guy suggested something with 3 meats and 2 sides. cost was less than $ 16 and more than enough to feed 2 people. the meat was perfectly smoked and served with the sauce on the side. i ordered chicken, beef brisket, and sausage with sweet potatoes fries and mac and cheese. food was great and i will go back as i work right across the street. want to try the peach cobbler next time. great job guys!",
        "dammmmmmmm!!!!!!!!! that's some good bbq. this is going to be my new bbq spot. the price is right and they're not stingy with the meat. i would definitely recommend this joint to everyone. i will be back. oh yea, i got to give a shout out to daniel one of the coolest servers.",
        "the best bbq i've had in phoenix. i had the beef brisket bbq burrito and choose what i wanted in it. tons of choices, i had pickles, coleslaw, and others i can't remember. then i got to choose two sides, i had the beans and coleslaw. the beans were delicious with big chunks of bacon. the slaw was decent. staff is very helpful navigating the menu and how it works. i can't wait to try something new the next time!",
    ],
    "summary": "when you have bbq out its because there was no time at home. or your away from home and need some comfort. if either, you are good here. your standards are their standards. if you like it a certain way staff will ensure its to your custom. even had a rib order that was not normal to their quality. after mentioning this to staff. staff called management and it was pleasantly replaced."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "having tried many different bagel shops in the valley i am always looking for better bagel. i guess i am spoiled having grown up in brooklyn, the home of the best bagels, just my opinion and actually many others too. i decided to try lox stock and bagel today and was not disappointed. the bagels are tasty and the texture is just right. the toppings on the bagels are generous, some places seem as if they count the sesame seeds. one bagel didn't even make it home. it was my reward for driving to get them. i am now a fan and will be making this the home of my bagels of choice. the early opening, 5 : 30 am is also plus.",
        "i am from the east coast so i know my way around a bagel shop. this is literally the best bagel place in phoenix. crunchy crust, soft chewy center, toppings piled high. i would go every single weekend if it weren't a bit far. * owners : open a tempe location please ; )",
        "i've had a number of other bagels and today found out that i have been eating garbage. this place has the best bagels i have ever eaten in my life. lox, bagel and the works is delish!! coffee does not make your hair stand up or make your heart race - tastes great! service is fast and friendly. will definitely be back again. place is small so get there early on weekends. there is seating outside too.",
        "i have been goingt to lox stock and bagel for years. it is a family owned, fresh out of the oven delicatessen and bakery. the bagels are the best in town and the cream cheese selection is wonderful. my favorite item is the fruit, yogurt and granola parfait, delicious! the best bagel hands down is the cinnamon goey. i can always count on lox stock to satisfy whatever bagel craving i am having at the moment. the coffee is always hot, the service is always fast and friendly and the food is always fabulous!",
        "my boss picks these up for work from time to time. i've never been to the location, but these people make a mean ass bagel. it's good, best one i've had in the valley. they're super soft even after sitting on the counter all day. blueberry is by far the best. when you get them to go, they're even smart enough to put the'everything'bagel's in their own bag so the sunflower and poppy seed bits don't get all over the others. good ish.",
        "i absolutely love coming here. the staff is always so wonderful and nice. bagels are phenomenal, haven't worked my way into trying anything else just yet but so far i'm a happy camper!",
        "great place. great service. i'm still searching for an everything bagel in phoenix that has amazing flavor. i haven't found it yet. in the mean time, i'll give my business to this lovely bagel joint.",
        "hands down, the best bagel shop in the valley. family owned, employees who care, and bagels to die for. there isn't a bagel shop in the phoenix area that even comes close. guess who provides bagels to the top resorts in the area? you guessed right.... lock stock & bagel. if you like bagels, do yourself a favor and visit this shop.... like i have done every week for the last decade.",
    ],
    "summary": "these are the best bagels you can get in phoenix. dj's in fountain hills is a close second. it is the closest you can get to a true nyc bagel. i typically get the bagels to go, though i know they have sandwich options for both breakfast and lunch. my favorite bagel is the black russian. pumpernickel with sesame seeds."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great sandwich with a choice of 4 different sauces on the table..... the side orders included were well sized and very tasty! the mac and cheese was my favorite. i didn't notice any desserts....... they need something to compliment the bbq like a key lime pie or something.",
        "this place is average, and quiet honestly overpriced. the big boy platter is small, and stay clear of the beef brisket. the best part was the mac and cheese and the portion for that is tiny! hard pass on coming here again. people were cool though.",
        "we got the family feast for 5 its nicely portioned it could even feed maybe 6 depending on how hungry your group is. i am bummed out that they didn't have any cornbread left when i visited, however i will be back soon. the employees are very friendly and they keep the establishment clean.",
        "simple meat options plopped onto a metal tray.. but deliciously cut and seasoned, with lots of different house sauces.",
        "the baked beans and coleslaw are good. i got the pork with bun the meat is tender and the bun is great. good for a quick bbq fix...",
        "service was exceptional. food is even better. meat was moist and flavorful however however the however the bbq complimented it perfectly although not required.",
        "i ordered takeout from pork on a fork thru grub hub. the delivery time took almost 90 minutes. i realize this is most likely the gh drivers fault. but the food was nothing spectacular, i ordered a 4 meat sampler, with beans and potato salad. the sampler comes with pulled pork, brisket, pulled chicken, and a small piece of hot link. it was all in a ball wrapped in foil and all mixed together so it all tasted the same. it should be kept separate so one can enjoy the flavors of each individual meat. the baked beans were killer, and the potato salad was ok.",
        "was out running errands and spotted this place with a \" grand opening \" sign so i thought i would give it a try. ordered the beef brisket sandwich and they were out of a couple sides so i ended up with mac and cheese and waffle fries. everything was pretty decent. the side containers for the beans and mac and cheese are pretty small while you get a pretty large portion of waffle fries, not sure why the disparity between the two. the sandwich was also pretty well loaded with meat and there didn't appear to be a lot of fat or funk on it, which is nice. the various bbq sauces on the table were a good touch.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is not the best bbq's the meat is super fatty and for the price you don't get enough meat. for the price you should be getting a leaner meat that you add great flavor to. the workers were nice that's about it. flavor was good though just to fatty."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "had sample platters cause hey life is all about choices. we loved the chicken, the sausage was ok, the brisket was pretty good, pulled pork ya ok alright. waffle fries two thumbs up. the sauces are bomb a little regional sampling from the big bbq kings in the states. the mustard one was killer. i was not a huge fan of max and cheese need to pep up the flavor on that a bit. all in all i will say this it tastes pretty good and the place is wicked clean so ya i'll be back and hey saving 25 % on our first try all good stuff.",
        "came here to test out for work as a potential catering option. had such high hopes, maybe it was a fluke. co - worker had told me how delicious, moist & tasty the food was when he had it at a wedding - sadly i was let down. ordered the bbq sampler - deluxe ( pulled chicken, pulled pork & brisket ). the pulled chicken was dark meat & very tasty to my surprise. the brisket & pulled pork both was dry & bland. with all the meat a dinner roll would have been nice, but no. baked beans were yummy & peppery. mac & cheese was a bit grainy. workers were really nice, but a bit slow for the lunch time crowd.",
        "was out running errands and spotted this place with a \" grand opening \" sign so i thought i would give it a try. ordered the beef brisket sandwich and they were out of a couple sides so i ended up with mac and cheese and waffle fries. everything was pretty decent. the side containers for the beans and mac and cheese are pretty small while you get a pretty large portion of waffle fries, not sure why the disparity between the two. the sandwich was also pretty well loaded with meat and there didn't appear to be a lot of fat or funk on it, which is nice. the various bbq sauces on the table were a good touch.",
        "the baked beans and coleslaw are good. i got the pork with bun the meat is tender and the bun is great. good for a quick bbq fix...",
        "the meat was very well cooked but i couldn't really tell the pork from the chicken. i was rather disappointed with the barbecue sauces. this is not the place to come if you expect your barbecue to come off the grill. the sides we chose were good - side salads ( two choices for dressing ), cole slaw, baked beans. the service was on the slow side. it was clean, and not too noisy. overall, other than trying something new, i probably won't return here in the foreseeable future.",
        "food was good. mac n cheese cold. cole slaw was grose. baked beans were good. it wasn't so much the food but the delivery was sloppy. the bar b que sauce spilled all in the bag making quite a mess!!",
        "food is good, if not evenly done. each time is an experiment in inconsistent portions, techniques and in getting your order right. prices are fair. today, however, loud rap music with vulgar lyrics with the f - word be shouted out over and over while there were children about. i don't care for profanities being shouted from the speakers while i eat. i really like the food, but i find the aptitude of the staff leaves a lot to be desired and may try once more before i see if things improve before giving up permanently.",
        "have not been there in several months. the one thing that stands out most is that the food is overpriced for the meat portion. the side dishes are generous. ordered one portion of brisket which was not enough to feed one hungry person, got more but of course had to pay additional cost. however, brisket was delicious. not sure if we will return.",
    ],
    "summary": "this was our first time here and there are a lot of choices and a menu that can be a bit i overwhelming in my opinion. i had a brisket sandwhich with two sides and was stuffed. the main reason i did not give it stars was due to the service. they were not rude nor were they friendly. we were clearly taking some trying to understand the menu as fisrt timers and they did not seem very thrilled about is doing so. the food was excellent though."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "wow! this place has the best bagels, hands down. i could eat their bagels everyday! i usually just get a toasted egg bagel with plain cream cheese and it's always perfect. sometimes i add lox and it's tasty too. they have many varieties of bagels and cream cheeses to choose from. you can eat there or take them home. my husband always gets one of their bagel breakfast sandwiches and it is consistently good. i have been going there since 1999 and have never been disappointed. if you want to finally try what a bagel should taste like ( be prepared to be hooked on it ) you need to come here.",
        "just tried it today and it's in, the best breakfast spot in the valley! i got a poppyseed bagel with strawberry cream cheese, cole slaw, and bacon. it was all delicious and a good atmosphere! the owners seem to be running the restaurant and they have a large selection of a variety of breakfast selections. i'd recommend trying it over einsteins any day of the week! stop in and give it a shot. don't let your gps confuse you though as to its location like mine did.",
        "the bagels and pasteries here are delicious. maybe it's a good thing this place isn't closer to my house or i would eat here all the time. mmmm, carbs! as max said, it's not really a young, hip place to hang out but they make good eats. swing by and grab some bagels to go and be sure to pick up an amazing cranberry muffin. i swear, they are like the size of your fist!",
        "i always thought that east coast ( long island, new york ) bagels were the best until lox stock & bagel moved to mccormick ranch. absolutely delicious!! ny can't hold a candle to their products especially their bagels and bialys! we have had their bagels, breakfast, lunch items, etc. no other place in the valley can compare to their always fresh and deeelicious food. excellent service, never a wait. best coffee in town!! once you try ls & b, you won't go to another bagel shop. j. s.",
        "i've been coming here for years and it is definitely the best bagel shop in town!! they have a wide variety of bagels, cream cheese and sandwiches that are all delicious! i would personally recommend the egg and oreo bagels. staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. they also have really good lemonade : ) overall, if you're in the area or looking for a nice bagel / sandwich shop, check this place out!! oh, and they offer a lot of coupons and specials on their facebook page so be sure to check for those too!",
        "love this place! great east coast style jewish bagels. tasty and crispy outside, chewy inside. so many flavors to choose from and delicious toppings! always make a stop here!",
        "best bagels on the planet, hands down. great people too.... moved to california 7 years ago but always stop by when i am in town visiting and they still call me by my name and act as if i am an everyday customer. it doesn't get any better than this place",
        "one of my favorite local places to go! worth the money. excellent bagels. i have tried 80 % of the menu over the last 10 years, and i don't think i have had anything that was not wonderful. tuna sandwich is my favorite! everyone is super sweet and i love that it is owner operated!",
    ],
    "summary": "seriously, my favorite bagels in scottsdale! bagels are cooked perfectly and they use quality ingredients to make the best bagel sandwich. their cream cheese is homemade. i'm not a huge coffee drinker and i always get their iced coffee, as well. if you're not a bagel person, their breakfast burritos are on point, as well. it's definitely worth stopping by and checking out!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "six free bagels offered with any purchase if you check in. learned that the bagels are steamed and not boiled and that lowers the bar really on expectations at this well named local joint. bagels are good in a pinch, but the chive cream cheese that is homemade was probably the best part of things. i also tried their potato salad and that was full of big chunks of red potatoes and celery and alot of mayo. it fell somewhere above the average quality. most sandwiches about 10 bucks, so will possibly go try another item if they use quality deli meat, but will be back for cream cheese at least.",
        "stopped in for breakfast. good bagels, decent bagel sandwiches although the fake eggs appeared to have a hint of green to them. the egg salad sandwich was quite tasty with cucumber, tomato, onions and lettuce. cozy place with 8 - 12 seats available outside.",
        "was looking for a quick and light breakfast with my boyfriend and found this place. the staff are very friendly and they took our order quickly and efficiently. the breakfast bagels were very good and there was ample seating to eat in the bagel shop. overall it was a good experience and we will be going back!",
        "my girlfriend is from long island, ny, and the bagel shops there are incredible. so keep in mind that we are a little biased. the customer service here is good and the food is decent, but the prices are a little expensive for what you get, and what you get isn't incredible. bonus points for free wi - fi, plus they have coupons all the time, so if you have one, stop in. you won't be disappointed, i just doubt you'll be jumping for joy either.",
        "finally, a decent bagel! it may not be up to northeast standards, but pretty good for scottsdale. this place has all varieties of bagels and toppings or sandwich makings you can think of. the'everything'is terrific - well coated top and bottom with a flavorful mix. the place is neat and clean with very friendly service, and a good stop for breakfast or lunch.",
        "love this place. only spot in phoenix that i can find a salt bagel. staff is great and the coffee is awesome. good place to sit outside with the doggies too. only draw back is that it is kind of pricey.",
        "i have been coming here for years and have checked out the other local deli / bagel shops in the area. there isn't any that compare when it come to their bagel and bialys. i also really enjoy thier coffee.",
        "i seek out bagel places when i'm on vacation, so have a pretty good stock of them for comparison - this one didn't disappoint! good selection, nice service, plenty of room - i'd definitely come back and try more flavors if i was in the area again.",
    ],
    "summary": "the bagels are fresh and delicious and very well might be the best in town. the restrooms and dining area are clean, the service is friendly but a little slow. since this place is a hit among the locals, the wait can get long and the dining area can get crowded. there is plenty of parking."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i am calling it average bbq. not bad but not really good. i really liked the brisket which was really moist but the pulled pork was pretty dry overall. i also had a side of slaw and macaroni salad both of which seemed like they needed a little seasoning or something to help it pop because they didn't really stand out. if i came back i would just stick to the brisket i think.",
        "the portions are not very big for the price. the meats were okay - tried the brisket and the pulled pork and both tasted solid but not anything special. i did enjoy the sides - the cornbread muffin and mac and cheese were both pretty good ; unfortunately there wasn't a whole lot of either. the mustard sauce was also pretty good, so be sure to ask for that when you're here.",
        "the meat was very well cooked but i couldn't really tell the pork from the chicken. i was rather disappointed with the barbecue sauces. this is not the place to come if you expect your barbecue to come off the grill. the sides we chose were good - side salads ( two choices for dressing ), cole slaw, baked beans. the service was on the slow side. it was clean, and not too noisy. overall, other than trying something new, i probably won't return here in the foreseeable future.",
        "food is good, if not evenly done. each time is an experiment in inconsistent portions, techniques and in getting your order right. prices are fair. today, however, loud rap music with vulgar lyrics with the f - word be shouted out over and over while there were children about. i don't care for profanities being shouted from the speakers while i eat. i really like the food, but i find the aptitude of the staff leaves a lot to be desired and may try once more before i see if things improve before giving up permanently.",
        "not bad, a little on the high priced side, but food overall was good. hopefully they can get a following, place for the most party was empty at lunch time. i've noticed any restaurant that goes in that location has a tough time making it. had higher hopes for macaroni & cheese, it wasn't overly flavorful, but pork was good, moist & no fat in what i received which was a plus.",
        "not sure how the meat is cooked, but the pork lost its texture and disintegrated when eaten. strange how the texture of the meat was so off. nice service. bummer.",
        "it's a decent bbq place for the area. there really isnt many other options close by. they have a pretty good bbq burrito, but the prices are pretty steep for what you get.",
        "first time here and decided to get the brisket with 2 sides ( mac'n cheese and bbq beans ) the food was very good but took a star away as the price was high - $ 12 n change without a drink!",
    ],
    "summary": "the service was pretty terrible, employees made it feel like it was an inconvenience that they had to get food for a to go order. when i requested for waffle fries the young girl sighed and asked another employee if they had enough for me to order them. portions were skimpy for the price you pay. the food was good quality, pretty standard for bbq expectations. overall, it's worth a try once but i'm not sure if i will be returning."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place has amazing food tender seasoned well and the portion sizes are exceptional. the staff is amazing. alundis, luwey, and karl all are professional and you can tell they were raised well because they all address you as ma'am, or sir and they are polite and patient. this place is definitely customer - focused. don't believe me go by and try for yourself. tell them karen sent you. what a blessing.",
        "amazing bbq!!!! my favorite thing about this place is that it allows you to choose your meat ( brisket, chicken, pork, sausage, etc ) and then they have a variety of different sauces on the table to sample with the meats til you found out which one you like best! they have several different combo options if you want a lot of different kinds of protein. they also offer sandwiches and bowls. the sides are really awesome as well. i got the waffles fries and charred corn and i'm excited to try more! looking forward to coming back!",
        "tonight was my first time here, we went with a really big group and this place was able to handle us ( 50 + people ) in a reasonable amount of time, and the food was fantastic at a really great price. the staff was super nice and explained the whole process. will definitely be coming back.",
        "ok, this place is good. i think is much better that the dickies bbq four great sauces. clean place. believe it or not the food had a smoked taste. i got a combo 3 meats for 11. 00, that is too cheap... with 2 sides. this place is a solid 4 stars",
        "very nice ppl working. i didnt like the sandwich bread but the meat was awesome! overall a nice experience.",
        "this is by far the best pulled pork sandwich i have ever had. the macaroni salad and corn bread muffin was awesome also. i highly recommend this restaurant",
        "great flavor! prices were very affordable. i fed 4 people for $ 35ish. this will definitely be on my list of bbq options",
        "so excited they opened their second location on 20th street and camelback road. i've been going to their original location on deer valley rd for years. just like the original, the ribs are incredible, the pulled pork is smoked to perfection and the mac and cheese is simply addictive. can't wait to have them cater my next event. and what makes them even better... they are locally owned and operated. simply the best bbq in the valley.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place has the best brisket bowels and they are fast. i think the best part is that they are one of the restaurants that use users delivery service. from the time i decided to order till uber brought it to my door hot none the less was then then an hour."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went here for lunch. ordered a wrap sandwich & pasta salad on the side. $ 13!! subway is right down the street! turns out the portions are big enough to feed 4 people, but i just want a quick affordable lunch. so does everyone else judging by the empty restaurant at noon. also, i find it offensive when qsr type places ask for tips. again, subway does the same thing, faster, and doesn't ask for tips. interior is drab and sad, besides one hallway with framed pics you can't see from the dining area. they get 2 stars vs. 1 for being local.",
        "i've been coming here for years and it is definitely the best bagel shop in town!! they have a wide variety of bagels, cream cheese and sandwiches that are all delicious! i would personally recommend the egg and oreo bagels. staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. they also have really good lemonade : ) overall, if you're in the area or looking for a nice bagel / sandwich shop, check this place out!! oh, and they offer a lot of coupons and specials on their facebook page so be sure to check for those too!",
        "when it comes to bagels in scottsdale it doesn't get much better than lox. my family and i have probably been going here for the past 14 years. i am in love with the veggie cream cheese, nothing else compares! the staff is all so friendly, and they start to learn your name if there there enough! the bagels are always fresh and delicious! they even have really cute holiday baskets around the store! wonderful place! i would recommend it to anyone! : )",
        "went here last week for a lox and bagel. i was blown away with how personal and attentive the owner was. she really appreciated our business - which is always a plus. my lox and bagel was phenomenal. the only thing it lacked was capers, which would be nice. i had it on a sesame bagel which was fresh and soft, in the middle and crispy on top where it was toasted. next time i really want to try the whole wheat mixed. the groupon was really nice to get. i'll be back again soon to try more bagels and grab a coffee!",
        "what wonderful bagels! these have got to be the best bagels outside of new york. even then, ls & b would give some nyc bagel shops a run for their money. the rye and pumpernickel bagels certainly satisfy that yearning for a far superior product than what is otherwise available elsewhere. i am so glad to have found lox stock & bagel. the next time i am in the phoenix area, i will make another visit. believe me, it is worth even a special trip from elsewhere in the valley. just wish there was one close to me at home. keep up the good work!",
        "one of my favorite local places to go! worth the money. excellent bagels. i have tried 80 % of the menu over the last 10 years, and i don't think i have had anything that was not wonderful. tuna sandwich is my favorite! everyone is super sweet and i love that it is owner operated!",
        "after leaving another place without breakfast, we decided to try lox stock & bagel. this was a good choice. bagels and bialys are really great. i was able to get a great bialy sandwich. my husband had the chicken salad bagel sandwich. it was great tasting. and my little girl was very entertained while she ate her scrambled eggs. we will be coming back to taste other sandwiches.",
        "i'm a sucker for mom and pop places like this. walked in... greeted promptly and instantly was told about all the bagels! i looked around there were so many people who seemed like regulars that were just hanging out. i loved the vibe. she asked me why i stopped in and i told her i just started school at scottsdale cc and she instantly invited me and friends from school to come to her shop and eat bagels and do study groups. and not to mention the bagel i ate!! it was awesome. i usually get nova lox but i saw something about nova lox spread... so i got that. and bc of that spread is why i give 5 stars. yum!",
    ],
    "summary": "great little bagel spot. staff is very friendly and the restaurant seems very clean. you can definitely tell its family owned! i got an egg, cheese, and sausage breakfast sandwich on a honey wheat bagel. wasn't gourmet, but it was exactly what i wanted. bagel was amazing though. i'll be back for a bagel and cream cheese."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "best bagels in arizona!! they blueberry bagels with blueberry creme cheese is amazing!! they are fresh daily, never hard or lacking flavor. they owners are amazing and the people definitely are friendly and remember me no matter how often or little i am in there. the prices are right and they will go above and beyond to toast your bagel exactly the way you want it! even the young people there are very friendly and inviting!! check it out and hit the gym next door, to keep that spare tire at bay! ; )",
        "ive been going to lox for years and have never been anything but satisfied! the bagels are always extremely fresh, even close to closing time! the variety of cream cheeses just makes my mouth water thinking about it!! but if you want to get something more unique their many different kinds of breakfast sandwiches will always fill you up!! not to mention all kinds of drinks from juice, milk, chocolate milk, soda, coffee and more! why would you go anywhere else! the service has always been top knotch! the family owned restaurant are the friendliest around ; area for kids to play with legos, tables you can move for larger groups and free wi - fi!!!!",
        "the bagels and pasteries here are delicious. maybe it's a good thing this place isn't closer to my house or i would eat here all the time. mmmm, carbs! as max said, it's not really a young, hip place to hang out but they make good eats. swing by and grab some bagels to go and be sure to pick up an amazing cranberry muffin. i swear, they are like the size of your fist!",
        "the bagels are fresh and tasty. the sandwiches are well made but seemed a little shy on the meat and cheese. this place is great and i'd suggest it to anyone. side note, the 12 year old girl that took my order over charged me by $ 3. 00. when i told her she looked at me curiously as if she didn't understand what i said and then moved on to the next customer. the meal and dozen bagels i ordered were worth it and the $ 3. 00 let's just say ended up being part of her tip.",
        "one of my favorite local places to go! worth the money. excellent bagels. i have tried 80 % of the menu over the last 10 years, and i don't think i have had anything that was not wonderful. tuna sandwich is my favorite! everyone is super sweet and i love that it is owner operated!",
        "i love food and this is the best in town. try the tuna sampler. the tuna salad is delicious and is not loaded down with mayonnaise it is served on a bed of caesar salad with the best dressing that has just the right zap of lemon. also try the pasta salad, this is no ordinary pasta salad the dressing is light and flavorful. it is full of great veggies orange and green cauliflower are a special highlight for this dish. the service is efficient and friendly. you will feel like part of the family on the first visit.",
        "i love this place! the choice of bagels are amazing, there as so many selections of cream cheese, the place is adorable and the staff does a great job! this is a \" mom and pop \" owned cafe and i really like supporting local & family owned businesses. it's so important to support our neighborhoods and community. they do a delicious bagel turkey sandwich with melted cheese and tomatoes! it's faaaaaaabulous!! love lox, stock! keep up the great work!",
        "looking forward to great bagels and cream cheese! i'll be back again! the bagels are fresh, soft, and smell delicious! great way to start a saturday!",
    ],
    "summary": "this was a great neighborhood find. i'm not huge on bagels, but i really like these. the bagels are made fresh everyday and are just right. michelle, the owner, is very nice and friendly, even when obviously busy. i consider myself lucky to have this place right across the street. the world's pickiest eater and i usually get a tuna melt on whole wheat mixed with avocado added after it comes out of the toaster. so good and it is totally big enough to split."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've loved this place since i was little! other than it being my first job their quality of food has never ever changed. everything is made fresh every single day. in over 15 years coming here every bagel i've had has been delicious. i always see them involved with the local schools, employing the local high school students and always friendly faces. i love seeing pat and michelle every morning. support local business go to lox stock!",
        "excellent place for breakfast or a light lunch. every time i'm in the scottsdale area i stop here for at least one breakfast or lunch and then buy some bagels for breakfast later in the week. it is a very casual atmosphere with friendly staff. i always get the whole wheat ( gluten free ) mixed topping bagel. i've never had an \" everything \" bagel taste so good! unfortunately it is a very popular bagel so if you get there later in the day they might be out as they were today, so i got just the mixed topping bagel for my veggie sandwich. as usual, everything was delicious!",
        "quick service and delicious bagels. the bagel was toasted to perfection. it had just the right amount of crunch yet still the softness that you want in a bite of bagel. they put just the right amount of cream cheese on it for my liking. veggie cream cheese was very yummy. made this bagel craving pregnant woman happy!",
        "i have been goingt to lox stock and bagel for years. it is a family owned, fresh out of the oven delicatessen and bakery. the bagels are the best in town and the cream cheese selection is wonderful. my favorite item is the fruit, yogurt and granola parfait, delicious! the best bagel hands down is the cinnamon goey. i can always count on lox stock to satisfy whatever bagel craving i am having at the moment. the coffee is always hot, the service is always fast and friendly and the food is always fabulous!",
        "i took the morning spin class at the la fitness in the same shopping center as lox stock & bagel. i then decided to ruin that workout with a bagel and cream cheese. i'm not disappointed with my choice. i tried a spinach and pesto bagel with plain cream cheese. it's just as good as everything else i've ever tried from lox stock & bagel. and i had to have their jazzy java. it's the greatest coffee in the valley. and even better ; i just learned today that lox stock & bagel sells bags of the grinded beans!",
        "i had the b. e. l. t on a cheese asiago bagel very very good. also used the six free bagel coupon. very good tea as well. top notch.",
        "this is my favorite bagel place in scottsdale. the bagels are fresh and perfect, they will even slice them for you if you ask. their cream cheese blends are very good as well as their breakfast sandwiches. just recently tried their gluten free bagels, and altho they are not made in house, they are really good. you won't be disappointed if your craving a good bagel or bialy.",
        "ever since discovering this place i've been obsessed! it's a great weekend spot to get a quick morning bite to eat with friends. the bagels are amazing. i usually am pretty unoriginal and get a sesame bagel with herb cream cheese but its just so darn good. the staff is always friendly and i can't wait to go back this weekend. definitely recommend!",
    ],
    "summary": "lox stock is my favorite bagel place in town. they do some wonderful catering also. i always avoid the typical chain restaurants and while it may be hard to try a new place, you will be happy with the food at lox stock. let the boring and unadventerous go elsewhere. it is quite possible the bagels at lox stock are the best you will find west of the hudson river!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've had a number of other bagels and today found out that i have been eating garbage. this place has the best bagels i have ever eaten in my life. lox, bagel and the works is delish!! coffee does not make your hair stand up or make your heart race - tastes great! service is fast and friendly. will definitely be back again. place is small so get there early on weekends. there is seating outside too.",
        "just a brief review to let you know that this is still a great local business that deserves your bagel business. small shop with 5 outside tables and seating for about 40 inside. the bagels here are crusty on the outside and chewy inside. staff is friendly and efficient. place your order at the counter, pay, give cashier your name, and your order will be delivered in less than 5 minutes. they have about 4 - 5 blends of coffee daily and, they offer free coffee with a yelp check in. ( must order at least a bagel ) prices are reasonable and they do have a punch card for dozens",
        "fantastic! we needed a quick breakfast / lunch before a cubs spring training game, and this place was perfect. delicious! fresh, friendly and fabulous. plus we checked in on yelp and got 6 free bagels for breakfast tomorrow. would definitely recommend highly.",
        "went here for lunch. ordered a wrap sandwich & pasta salad on the side. $ 13!! subway is right down the street! turns out the portions are big enough to feed 4 people, but i just want a quick affordable lunch. so does everyone else judging by the empty restaurant at noon. also, i find it offensive when qsr type places ask for tips. again, subway does the same thing, faster, and doesn't ask for tips. interior is drab and sad, besides one hallway with framed pics you can't see from the dining area. they get 2 stars vs. 1 for being local.",
        "i love this place! the choice of bagels are amazing, there as so many selections of cream cheese, the place is adorable and the staff does a great job! this is a \" mom and pop \" owned cafe and i really like supporting local & family owned businesses. it's so important to support our neighborhoods and community. they do a delicious bagel turkey sandwich with melted cheese and tomatoes! it's faaaaaaabulous!! love lox, stock! keep up the great work!",
        "really good bagels, friendly owners and workers, and clean too. i really enjoyed listening to the owner wandering around visiting with customers and their children. if you bring your children i think i saw a little lego'style play area. we had the deluxe lox and bagel breakfast and it was quite tasty. loved the old - timey pics on the wall near the bathroom. this place smells warm and cozy and a little bit new york from the moment you walk in the door. oh, and the cinnamon crunchy bagel chips were just this side of heaven.",
        ". great first experience, tried the breakfast bagel with egg, bacon and cheese, bear claw, raspberry muffin, the strawberry cheese spread and veggie cheese spread, and took advantage of the 6 free bagels thru yelp check - in. everything was great, staff was excellent. surprised at the large menu of wraps, salads and sandwiches. also impressed with the quick call back of voice message left. check it out, a great place with great people.",
        "i absolutely love coming here. the staff is always so wonderful and nice. bagels are phenomenal, haven't worked my way into trying anything else just yet but so far i'm a happy camper!",
    ],
    "summary": "hands down, the best bagels in the valley. the staff is super friendly and they make it a point to make you feel welcome. i've also used them many times to cater lunches for my office. great food and reasonable prices make this a perfect alternative to ordering pizza. my only suggestion is that they open for dinner!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "excellent place for breakfast or a light lunch. every time i'm in the scottsdale area i stop here for at least one breakfast or lunch and then buy some bagels for breakfast later in the week. it is a very casual atmosphere with friendly staff. i always get the whole wheat ( gluten free ) mixed topping bagel. i've never had an \" everything \" bagel taste so good! unfortunately it is a very popular bagel so if you get there later in the day they might be out as they were today, so i got just the mixed topping bagel for my veggie sandwich. as usual, everything was delicious!",
        "i had the b. e. l. t on a cheese asiago bagel very very good. also used the six free bagel coupon. very good tea as well. top notch.",
        "i've had a number of other bagels and today found out that i have been eating garbage. this place has the best bagels i have ever eaten in my life. lox, bagel and the works is delish!! coffee does not make your hair stand up or make your heart race - tastes great! service is fast and friendly. will definitely be back again. place is small so get there early on weekends. there is seating outside too.",
        "breakfast burrito : ham, egg, bacon, potatoes and cheese wrapped into a grande flour tortilla. yum! toasty croissant with sausage, egg and cheese. yum! 6 free bagels of our choice with our yelp check in. score! i sooo wanted a lox and bagel but being preggy, i sadly had to pass. but it looked deelish from what i saw at the table next to us. i thought it was cute they had a little legos table there to occupy the kiddies. staff was friendly and we will be back if we're in the area again.....",
        "went here last week for a lox and bagel. i was blown away with how personal and attentive the owner was. she really appreciated our business - which is always a plus. my lox and bagel was phenomenal. the only thing it lacked was capers, which would be nice. i had it on a sesame bagel which was fresh and soft, in the middle and crispy on top where it was toasted. next time i really want to try the whole wheat mixed. the groupon was really nice to get. i'll be back again soon to try more bagels and grab a coffee!",
        "do not miss this fabulous restaurant!!! the food is outstanding... great value for the price. best nova / lox plate i have ever eaten. hubby is very picky... he said the homemade vinaigrette on his chicken salad was the best and his salad was extremely fresh and delicious.... best bagels anywhere in scottsdale! highly recommend!!",
        "my family checked this place out on a sunday morning. lots of choices on the menu and reasonable prices. service was fast and very pleasant. my husband and i each ordered egg sandwiches on bagels and we ordered a toasted cinnamon raisin bagel with butter for my son. the thing that bowled me over is the taste of the bagels! they're made fresh in the store - never frozen like some national chain that shall remain nameless - and boy can you taste the difference. the bagels are fluffy and delicious. the owner came over and chatted with us and another family having breakfast there. she made us feel like vips. i love patronizing locally owned businesses and we'll definitely make lox stock & bagel a regular stop for our family.",
        "hands down, the best bagel shop in the valley. family owned, employees who care, and bagels to die for. there isn't a bagel shop in the phoenix area that even comes close. guess who provides bagels to the top resorts in the area? you guessed right.... lock stock & bagel. if you like bagels, do yourself a favor and visit this shop.... like i have done every week for the last decade.",
    ],
    "summary": "i've loved this place since i was little! other than it being my first job their quality of food has never ever changed. everything is made fresh every single day. in over 15 years coming here every bagel i've had has been delicious. i always see them involved with the local schools, employing the local high school students and always friendly faces. i love seeing pat and michelle every morning. support local business go to lox stock!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "they are all so amazing!! the food was delicious and the service phenomenal!! mark is the best and we had jayme as our server and she was so helpful and thoughtful! we had a large group of ladies and they handled us well! thank you breakfast club!! if you are ever in scottsdale you must come here!!",
        "this breakfast was well worth the 45 minute wait for a table. i had the quick start loaded which was delicious. i love places that don't use a grill lube that you can taste. potatoes were good and the 9 grain toast was tasty. the service was quick and i appreciated seeing how quickly they cleaned and reset tables - it really kept things flowing.",
        "we found this place on yelp and it was only blocks from our hotel. the food and service was excellent. our server's name should be \" chipper \", she was so prompt and friendly, definitely a morning person. our entire experience was very pleasant. i highly recommend it. and don't miss out on the fresh squeezed juice.",
        "i'm catching up on some yelping and i did not want to forget about this place! new to the area and brought some friends here who were in from out of town. we all had a great time! food was delicious. atmosphere is happy - go - lucky. service was on point. it was a great place to start the day as i showed some folks around my new hometown.",
        "whoaaa, before i dive into my review, do the women that work here have to meet a certain \" good looking \" quality? i don't think i saw one woman here that was not good looking and they were efficient with our order... welp onto the boring stuff ha. i really enjoyed the environment, it had different types of people enjoying there tasty breakfast. we arrived before the rush and i was well pleased with our food. i ordered the bc signature french toast, the fresh strawberries and almonds were a nice touch. def coming for more ha.",
        "this place is awesome. food was great. was seated right away. food came out fast. my server was new, her name is rachel. what an amazing server. when my food hit the table she was right there asking me if everything is how i like it. great great great server. if you go to breakfast club to eat asked to be seated with her and you will have the best experience",
        "really great find and a 3 min walk from the w hotel. we sat on the patio and just took in the early rays and service was really fast and efficient. they make fresh smoothies and juice drinks as well as my cafe latte was amazing. food is fresh, healthy, and good sized portions.",
        "good place to grab breakie in scottsdale. i had the traditional benedict and it was quite tasty. service was fast and friendly and the wait wasn't bad at all. we grabbed a latte from the coffee bar and sat inside for a few minutes before they had a patio table ready for us. if i return i'll try to cinnamon challah french toast.",
    ],
    "summary": "place to go and be in the mornings in scottsdale. it does get crowded but they do a good job of moving tables. food is on point. service is attentive. wished they would include some kind of hash browns with the meals. if you don't mind the wait, solid place."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great location and cool place, nearly full with diverse clientele on a friday morning. i sat at the counter as i was dining by myself, ordered the lean and green omelet. great service, friendly staff, food was very good, although i may not have ordered the most delicious meal ( i. e., i ordered the healthy omelet ; plus i prefer no peppers in my potatoes, but they were good ). fruit was fresh and delicious, and my coffee cup was full. they offered to give the guy next to me a \" to go \" coffee cup, which was a nice touch. i will definitely be back with my family.",
        "best breakfast restaurant in town! omg!! the atmosphere is hip & lively, the service fantastic & the food incredible. i had the bc special french toast with nuts & berries ; the best dish i've ever had!!!! portion was huge at 4 slides it they allow you to cut it down upon request. next time i will for sure, but the quality & taste was unsurpassed. i also ordered a side of eggs & bacon. mmmm. delicious & cooked to perfection. my friend ordered the bc waffle with eggs & bacon which he said was also delicious. i would highly recommend this gem to anyone. it is a must try for anyone who's hungry for quality, value & taste. yum!!!",
        "me and my friend came in about 2 weeks ago, never been there before, and the food was great! service too. brittney i believe was out waitresses name. super nice! we'll definitely be back!",
        "have been in arizona for a day and have probably heard of this place 10 times already. so worth coming because the food was amazing. and so was the coffee & i can be pretty picky with that. sat at the bar and still had great service. jamie was our server, she was very sweet & attentive. if i'm ever in arizona again i will 100 % be coming back.",
        "party of 7 - all delighted with our individual choices for breakfast. service was exemplary. food was delicious. price was reasonable. there was a 30 minute wait on a sunday morning. it was worth the wait. various choices at our table included omelettes, pancakes, french toast, eggs over easy and country gravy over eggs on muffin most breakfast choices came with delicious potatoes. no one had a complaint - except the portions were overwhelming. coffee was great tasting. highly recommended.",
        "this place was fantastic! i had the applewood bacon, scrambled eggs, and regular french toast. the bacon was nice and crisp with no undercooked spots. the eggs were nice and fluffy and the added just the right amount of cheese to them. lastly, the french toast... damn! it was so good! i definitely recommend people to try this place! the decor is nice and the waitresses wear all black shirts with black tights. women won't get anything from this portion of my review, but they had some very nice looking waitresses in those outfits! lol!",
        "great experience, used the join wait list from yelp and it worked. the hostess was friendly upon arrival and directed us to where we could order very good coffee at the counter. we were seated in few minutes and the server was very a professional. the food was very good. the blue corn meal pancake was the superb. the omelet we ordered came with a spear of fresh fruit which were well portioned slices of pineapple, honey dew and cantaloupe. the potatoes were sauteed in peppers and onions with just enough oil. we loved our server and gave her 25 % tip. this was a five star breakfast.",
        "went to the breakfast club a couple of weeks ago for lunch with a few of my girlfriends. place is really nice, clean and welcoming. food was really good and the portions were huge. i ended up taking 1 / 3 of my omelet to go. server was nice and attentive. only downside is the parking ( in the back and limited ) and that fact that the first one to arrive from our party was told that she can not be sited until all arrived ( she had to sit at the tiny bar ). will definitely go again and you should try it too.",
    ],
    "summary": "i have been wanting to go here for a long time and i finally got the chance. there was a long line and they dont accept reservations. the portions are huge. the service was good. i think you definitely get the quality and taste you pay for. i ordered the huevos ranchers and i really enjoyed it. i love their fresh juices as well."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my friend took me here when i was visiting her in phoenix because she knows i'm all about breakfast. this was a solid breakfast joint. i got a scramble and hash browns. the hashbrowns were overcooked on the outside and undercooked inside. the eggs were good. overall this was a decent place and i would gladly return.",
        "the food was good, but the service really made the experience an average one at best. i had the breakfast burrito with chorrizo, and i have to admit, it was really good. i still cant get over how long it took to get my water glass refilled, however. i almost started drinking the ketchup! if the service was better, this would be the ideal breakfast spot!",
        "the food was very good, eggs as ordered, bacon was thick cut and large, rye toast was good. the food was a bit slow coming out. my wife's food was hot, mine was warm. coffee was ok but not exceptional in any way. fresh fruit was very good and nicely portioned. the potatoes were good but covered in bell peppers, i \" picked through \" as i'm allergic to bell peppers ( wish the menu had warned me - or if it was there, that i had seen it ). if my food had been'hot'i would have given 4 stars in spite of the long time in arriving. i would echo some of the other reviewers when they say the place seems a little short staffed.",
        "i want to love this place because everyone else does but i personally wasn't impressed with what i ordered. i had the breakfast burrito with no meat and a carrot juice. the juice was full of pulp which i'm not a huge fan of and the burrito was stuffed with eggs which i'm also not a huge fan of. the service was fair. i did however really enjoy the fruit served with the meal and the banana foster french toast my friend ordered.",
        "the food is good but not spectacular. at 10 : 00am on a weekday, i'm not sure if it's worth the 25 minutes wait. they do have alcoholic breakfast drinks. so if you want a mimosa, head down there.",
        "good food, nothing crazy. just you standard breakfast / lunch menu. service staff is nice but super slow on the weekends. best thing i've had was the breakfast potatoes.",
        "this is a really cute place unfortunately i had the worst omelet of my life here, the mushroom omelette. it tasted completely dried out and spongy like they cooked it in one of those microwave omelette dishes. my friends that i was dining with enjoyed their meal. the filet mignon benedict was the favorite at the table. service could have been a bit faster but it was adequate. my friends raved about how good their juices were because they were supposedly all homemade in house with juicers. my pineapple juice taste like anything you would buy in the supermarket so i'm not sure if that is really they case.",
        "i ordered the quick start loaded breakfast, and overall the meal was delicious. i especially enjoyed the potatoes o'brien and applewood bacon! the only negative comment i have is the scrambled eggs were over cooked for my taste. i will definitely order the meal again, but ask for the eggs scrambled lightly. good coffee too!",
    ],
    "summary": "food is pretty good but customer service is pretty lame. staying away from bread so when i ordered and asked for something instead of bread was told there would be an extra charge. when i asked if they then credited me for not having the bread of course the answer was no. penny wise pound foolish policy here. way to many alternative choices of restaurants to act so cheap. next time morning squeeze, scramble, wildflower, paradise bakery, anywhere but here."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "no longer offering any gluten free options says the manager today. a sushi place that can not do gluten free. this is a first for me. \" you can order rice \" is the quote i will end this review with. bye ru sans, you once showed me a great gluten free meal, now you are not willing to accommodate. best of luck in the future.",
        "1. my family and i love sushi!!! we have wanted to try ru sans for quite some time now. tonight did not disappoint!!! 2. appetizers of pork potstickers and beef yakitori..... delicious! 3. sushi rolls... shrimp tempura maki, crunchy mui beno, red devil, and dragon fly.... all freaking awesome!!!! absolutely delicious!!!! 4. service was excellent!!!! nothing fancy, just great food!!!!!",
        "love it love it!! best sushi buff. anywhere. my lil sis got me hooked on it. and now my hubbie and i try n go every other week, we live in lake wylie! soooo gggoooooooooooodddddd!!!",
        "this place is the spot for sushi. and i am not alone seeing as how there was a 30minute wait at 9 pm on a weekday. the place was certainly a fire hazard by the hostess stand. people crowded, bumping bellies. but no one was complaining. the sushi rolls are very fresh and tasty. considering that they have to crank out an abnormal amount - my rolls looked like there was a lot of time and care spent on them. i really enjoyed my spicy tuna as well. the spice was on point. best part after going to sushi - not getting sick!",
        "i love this place! i try to go at least once a week. it's fast, convenient, and a great price for the amount of sushi you can get. my most favorite part is the staff, they basically know me and my husband pretty well as much as we visit, from the sushi chiefs to the servers. i do have to say the best servers there are kristina, daniel, jenny, and kim if you go definitely ask for those sections first! they are full of great conversation and they know what you need without you having to ask. great food and even greater staff, can't ask for more!",
        "first time at ru san's... so so good! enjoyed angry spider ( meh ), cowboy maki ( so good with the mango salsa! ), dancing eel ( orgasm in my mouth ), mad max ( cucumber - licious! ), tootsie ( so so good ), and candy crush roll with strawberry sauce!!! amazing service by pamela aka d!!! will definitely be back for more innovative sushi!",
        "omg! i love this place after six yrs is still my fav place to have sushi!! they're always busy, but is alright i dont mind i just love their sushi!! love it!!!!!!!!!!!",
        "the food is amazing, the service is great and the price is right on point! i had a wonderful dish with salmon perfectly cooked and yummy rice, eggplant and wonderfully cooked vegetables. the portion of this dish would easily feed 3 people. everyone at my table had a delicious entire. i will definitely return for more!",
    ],
    "summary": "best sushi ever! huge menu that speaks to everyone! vegetarians, sushi newbies, sushi experts! we go here once a week and have never had bad service or bad sushi. if you go on friday or saturday, be prepared for a wait. the wait is worth it every time though! love ru sans!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "best sushi in charlotte, hands down. the lunch buffet is amazing. awesome sushi, and it's all you can eat. there is fried rice, chicken teriyaki and the like as well but i always pig out on the sushi. can't beat it for $ 12. i come as often as i can and will continue to do so.",
        "excellent service! friendly, upbeat staff! huge menu with lots of options ( the rising sun maki is my pick ). can sometimes get a little loud, but i think that's because it's just a fun place to be. probably not where you want to go for an intimate, chill dinner. this is the place i like to go to with a big group of friends - great for celebrations. i love this restaurant. i've truly never had a bad experience.",
        "definitely my favorite place for sushi in charlotte. we've been there a couple of times and are always pleased with our choices & recommendations from the servers. everything is fresh and delicious. the range of pricing & portions are reasonable. tiger shrimp appetizer is a must to try if you like spicy food. i have not tried much else that has been cooked but look forward to our next visit.",
        "you have to experience this place to understand my facinstion. whether it's a custom order or served on their incredible lunch buffet this is sushi at it's best. may i suggest \" gone with the wind \". an absolute work of art! one of the most impressive works of edible art. there may be a foolish moment when it arrives at your table you consider sharing. don't.",
        "sushi buffet, $ 12. 50. what more is there to say. you cant beat that anywhere. always fresh. made while you eat",
        "if you're looking for a fun atmosphere paired with awesome japanese food then you can't go wrong with ru san. i have been coming to ru san's since i moved to charlotte about 7 years ago. sushi, awesome service, sake - bombs, hip environment... yeah it's hard not to like this place.",
        "love their sushi selection! always fresh and delicious too... always ordering too much and stuffing myself. have a great selection of non - sushi items as well. the ambiance is great. order a saki - bomb and see what happens! the place comes alive!",
        "years later and this is still one of my favorite sushi spots in charlotte. i personally think the sushi here is way better than what you'd get at pisces. highly recommend",
    ],
    "summary": "ru sans is amazing. always busy, but worth the wait. i try to get a different sushi roll every time i go, which is easy since their sushi menu is huge. their sashimi is amazing as well. if you like sushi, and you haven't been here, you're missing out big time!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "two words... sushi buffet!! no need to worry. their staff tends to the buffet area so it's clean and fresh sushi is coming out at least every 20 minutes or as needed. the only down side, nothing is labeled. so you may have to ask a staff member or your waiter what you're eating if that's a concern of yours. if sushi isn't your thing, they also have another portion of the buffet that includes wings, fried rice, calamari, miso soup, and cake for dessert. $ 12. 50 for all you can eat. not too bad.",
        "excellent sushi and really energetic vibe. went here on a sunday night and it was still busy but worth the short wait. the tuna bomb was incredible and the sauces and spicy mayo made the options endless. the menu is huge so don't worry if there are some in your party that don't like it raw. they'll have plenty of options. they have very cool high top tables in the back that seat 8 and make this place perfect for big parties. my new favorite place in the charlotte area!",
        "hands down the best sushi place i've been to in charlotte, and maybe ever. the second we sat down we were given waters and greeted by just about every one, they have the friendliest, most welcoming staff. just seconds later we were given a cucumber crab salad from the sushi chefs, which was delicious. we ordered seven rolls so we expected it to take a while, it honestly took maybe 15 - 20 mins. we got several different rolls, some recommended by our waiter & the regulars sitting next to us, we regret none of them. everything was delicious and the experience was even better. i've yet to hear of a bad experience someone's had here. honestly can't wait to go back.",
        "my first visit to ru san's was last monday and i've already been back a second time! this place is awesome. i love the laid back vibe and the food is on point. both times i went, i ordered the kiss of fire roll and it was delicious. i also tried the crabcake and miso soup - also great. as a sushi fan, this is some of the best i've tried in charlotte. the only drawback is that the service isn't super great but it's worth overlooking for the delicious food. i can't wait to go back and try more rolls! this is definitely going into my regular restaurant rotation.",
        "i am hard pressed to decide between this place and new zealand as the best sushi place in charlotte. this is much larger and has a larger menu. i only sit at the sushi bar. their specialty menu excellent. i've been there several times and it seems packed constantly, but never had to wait more than 15 minutes ( even on a saturday night ). the waitstaff is attentive and responsive which is unusual for such a busy place. they have a traditional kitchen menu, but i've never bothered with that when such great sushi is available. the only detractor is that with the large crowd it gets kinda loud. go. enjoy. you won't regret it.",
        "so i went to last night and thought i should try something different, i asked my server, kristina, what was a good appetizer and she suggested the hot wok tiger shrimp. when the plate came i could already tell it was spicy just by the view, i took a bite and it was heaven! the shrimp was juicy, the sauce was spicy, and the onions and avocado gave it a fresh clean taste. i loved it! if you like spicy shrimp this is definitely worth a try! sn : i love the atmosphere and servers there, definitely one of my favorite places in charlotte!",
        "let me first say, you will not be disappointed with the menu or the food here. that is definitely why this joint is always hopping, and why i find myself back here from time to time. the problem i've had here on many occasions is the service. right from the start, the host guy conveys \" i'm miserable and hate my job. \" i heard someone else complaining about the host on the way out. the servers are mostly running around doing the bare minimum to get you in and out quickly. the chefs / cooks and the food are great! it's unfortunate with the amount of business they do here the wait staff and host don't do this place justice.",
        "dinner was wonderful here! the restaurant is crowded, but the service is quick and kind. the menu offers a plethora of sushi options, and all the ones our table tried were delicious. the waiter was attentive despite juggling multiple tables, and i absolutely savored each bite. this is a delicious and affordable place for your next sushi outing.",
    ],
    "summary": "ru sans has the best sushi in charlotte. this place is always busy but you never wait more than 10 minutes for a table. i love watching everyone do sake bombs. the chefs get into it and make lots of noise along with everyone else around the bar. the menu here is extensive. sushi, ramen, rice bowls, and so much more. when eating at ru sans you can close your eyes, flip to a page, and point to find a great order. i don't come eat here often enough!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "decided to go out for an early sunday breakfast, and at the recommendation of a friend chose the breakfast club, located in old town scottsdale. the setting was casual, with a great atmosphere. there was available seating either outdoors or inside. i ordered the steak and eggs, and just as told, the meal was awesome. the steak, was tender, and made just as ordered, alone with the side items, potatoes, etc. in addition the staff was very attentive, from the hostest, to the servers. this is one resturant that i truly would visit again if in the area.",
        "i really enjoyed eating at the breakfast club. they have a lot of breakfast options and they are all huge portions. the food was flavorful and i really liked that my omelette came with large chunks of fresh fruit. overall this was a fun place to come to in scottsdale with pretty good food.",
        "the food is delicious, but not terribly unique. standard breakfast fare. i have gone three or four times, always with a group of women. i don't think that we received the best treatment ; the servers were nice enough, but always seated us in the glaring sun or under a mister or in some other lackluster location. also, the chairs outside are cheap plastic lawn furniture. i will go again, but i don't expect to be treated the same way as, say, an attractive group of young men might be.",
        "i want to love this place because everyone else does but i personally wasn't impressed with what i ordered. i had the breakfast burrito with no meat and a carrot juice. the juice was full of pulp which i'm not a huge fan of and the burrito was stuffed with eggs which i'm also not a huge fan of. the service was fair. i did however really enjoy the fruit served with the meal and the banana foster french toast my friend ordered.",
        "good food, nothing crazy. just you standard breakfast / lunch menu. service staff is nice but super slow on the weekends. best thing i've had was the breakfast potatoes.",
        "my friend took me here when i was visiting her in phoenix because she knows i'm all about breakfast. this was a solid breakfast joint. i got a scramble and hash browns. the hashbrowns were overcooked on the outside and undercooked inside. the eggs were good. overall this was a decent place and i would gladly return.",
        "i ordered the quick start loaded breakfast, and overall the meal was delicious. i especially enjoyed the potatoes o'brien and applewood bacon! the only negative comment i have is the scrambled eggs were over cooked for my taste. i will definitely order the meal again, but ask for the eggs scrambled lightly. good coffee too!",
        "best blt sandwich i've had. unfortunately, the service was so - so, the only thing that kept me from rating 5 stars. fresh squeezed juices are excellent, overall experience was above average and we would come back.",
    ],
    "summary": "my first time in scottsdale, so i looked on yelp for some assistance. heads up this is a very popular spot to eat. if you want a quite one on one with someone this is not the place for you. the food was very good and and prices are appropriate. the only downside was that the service was average at best."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "good was great my tummy is very happy. staff was slammed so service could be better. line out the door before it even opened and through our entire meal days something about the quality",
        "i liked this place. very casual funky environment. the sushi is good but certainly not the best ever. the service is average. i keep coming back because its usually quick, fun, and a nice change of pace.",
        "i have always liked ru sans, but they messed a few things up last time i went. of the 5 things we ordered, 3 of them had notable quality problems. nice people and a fun place to be in charlotte, but i get a sense that quality is starting to go down.",
        "great sushi i haven't try the sushi bar but the sushi rolls are delicious. some many kinds of sushi with a touch of originality. no complaints at all in so many years that i been going there.",
        "went last saturday night, the first time in a while. there were 6 of us and we got a big table immediately. the waitress was very attentive and i was very happy with my meal. my only compl",
        "friday night wait was about 15min for a party of 2. the waiter was very helpful as we had never been here before. had the angry spider and another sushi roll of 6, and chicken fried rice. had to wait a long time for the rice and the hostess wasn't that friendly, other than that, everything was great. i would recommend this location.",
        "i was here yesterday. the sushi selection is ok. i honestly didn't think it was fresh. i had the volcano rolls and the spider rolls ; the spider tolls were definitely different and tasted a bit strange. the volcano roll was definitely good. i may be back if they are more consistent overall",
        "ru san's has the most unauthentic ramen i have ever had ( tokyo shogu ramen ). the sushi was pretty good for charlotte, and price is good too! so i recommend just getting sushi and skipping the rest of the menu.",
    ],
    "summary": "went for lunch and really enjoyed my experience. my waiter was a little too perky which made for interesting interactions with him. i wouldn't say this is high quality sushi, but dinner here might go in that direction. for lunch i got the buffet and for the price i paid the quality, selection, and taste was well worth the cost."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i want to love this place because everyone else does but i personally wasn't impressed with what i ordered. i had the breakfast burrito with no meat and a carrot juice. the juice was full of pulp which i'm not a huge fan of and the burrito was stuffed with eggs which i'm also not a huge fan of. the service was fair. i did however really enjoy the fruit served with the meal and the banana foster french toast my friend ordered.",
        "friendly server and yummy options for breakfast! the waffle was good - wish the servings were a bit larger, but overall a nice meal.",
        "this place always has such a jammin'atmosphere! large outdoor patio and nice selection of dishes. though everything i have eaten has tasted fine, i would come here more for the people watching than the good, but average food.",
        "the food was very good, eggs as ordered, bacon was thick cut and large, rye toast was good. the food was a bit slow coming out. my wife's food was hot, mine was warm. coffee was ok but not exceptional in any way. fresh fruit was very good and nicely portioned. the potatoes were good but covered in bell peppers, i \" picked through \" as i'm allergic to bell peppers ( wish the menu had warned me - or if it was there, that i had seen it ). if my food had been'hot'i would have given 4 stars in spite of the long time in arriving. i would echo some of the other reviewers when they say the place seems a little short staffed.",
        "this is my 2nd time eating here it is a bit pricey but the food was very good!",
        "the food is good, the amount they serve is outstanding, however the service was ok and the waiting time to get a table can be over a hour. i have ate at other's places with no wait where the food was just as good. i would go back if they hire better servers and more seating. other then that, i rate it a 3 star. oh the parking was kind of crazy too.",
        "we had the cobb salad, we were staying away from carbs that day. very nice place and the salad was good, not great, but its a breakfast place. great atmosphere, service a little on the slow side, we were there at 1130 am. we will return for breakfast.",
        "my friend took me here when i was visiting her in phoenix because she knows i'm all about breakfast. this was a solid breakfast joint. i got a scramble and hash browns. the hashbrowns were overcooked on the outside and undercooked inside. the eggs were good. overall this was a decent place and i would gladly return.",
    ],
    "summary": "i'm giving breakfast club three stars because the food was good but not great. the service was wonderful and the ambience is diner style. i did not try any of their cocktails but they looked great and were decently priced! the wait time on a wednesday around 10am was about 10 minutes! i will go back but it might not be my first choice for breakfast in scottsdale!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love ru san's. amazing. amazing. amazing. i know that they have a lunch buffet that they have during the week and saturday for just $ 10. i have never had it because i'm allergic to shellfish and vegetarian, but my friends seem to love it. the cream cheese tempura roll and it is to die for.",
        "my go to spot for sushi at any time. working off park road i try to visit the lunch buffet at least once a week. girlfriend lives 2 streets away in dilworth so i head here with her for dinner. their regular standard issue sushi is just average. they make up for it in having the best tempura rolls around. on top of all that? it's cheap!",
        "hands down best sushi in charlotte. never had anything i didn't like here, fun atmosphere and the staff is very friendly. i recommend the japanese bagel roll tempura fried and the sake mojito. you will love it. never been to the buffet though, go for dinner for fresh sushi.",
        "visited ru san's for the first time on friday evening. i called ahead to set up a table for 8 people. we had fantastic service from eric. we ordered the yakitori as an appetizer : conch, sea bass, mushrooms. the yakitori was covered in too much sauce and didn't taste grilled like the kind we ate in japan. next, we ordered the super protein sushi platter to split. it was a great value and delicious. the saketinis were tasty, but not very strong. i enjoyed my experience there and look forward to visiting again.",
        "ru san's is my default, dependable sushi spot in town. their prices are good and the quality is consistent. i like their power builder plates. it's easily enough for two people to share. ru san's won't knock your socks off but you'll leave happy every time. avoid coming during peak times because the wait can get scary long.",
        "best sushi in charlotte. i would recommend going for lunch and the sushi buffet. all you can eat amazing sushi and other options for 11. 95. for dinner i recommend the spicy yakiudon noodles or the super protein bomb. the staff at ru sans is awesome as well.",
        "this place is fantastic. the sushi is fresh and the folks are so nice. if you go, you really have to try the twice cooked smoked salmon maki - it was fabulous. my fiance always get the cowboy maki. the miso soup is wonderful and they always have specials. the only reason it's not a 5 star is because they close from 230 - 430p and sometimes that's the perfect lunch time ( not a crowd ) but the place is so good, my fiance and i waited for an 1 / 2 hour until they re - opened. love this place!",
        "i've been going to ru san's regularly for the past year and a half since i moved to charlotte. they have a good selection of vegetarian / vegan options, and a massive sushi list. i would recommend the tempura veggie maki and the delicious veggie dumplings. the ambiance is also pretty fun. it can get busy on the weekends, so be prepared for at least a 20 minute wait. but in my opinion, it's worth it!",
    ],
    "summary": "my favorite place to eat in charlotte! love the sushi and experience. there is a large menu with something for everyone. it is a busy place, so if you go on the weekend you just have to be patient it is well worth any 30 minute wait as stated in previous reviews. i have been going here for 10 years and have never had a bad roll. my favorite is the sesame tuna roll. every server i have had has been very nice!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i went on a sunday, which was unknown to me their busiest day, so the wait was a tad bit longer than i would have liked personally. they were great and offered free bottled water while we waited to be seated which was incredibly thoughtful of them to do and very polite. the got the chorizo burrito and was not disappointed by it one bit! it had a wonderful smoky flavor and was the perfect portion to silence the hunger of having just finished horse back riding for an hour and a half. staff was thoughtful and well mannered. worth going back when it's not so busy and see how the seating is inside instead of patio seating.",
        "we loved the counter seating and the food was delicious! the restaurant itself was busy, but the staff was able to turn tables quickly. the server was nice and the fooddidn't t take too long which i was surprised considering the place was full.",
        "went to the breakfast club a couple of weeks ago for lunch with a few of my girlfriends. place is really nice, clean and welcoming. food was really good and the portions were huge. i ended up taking 1 / 3 of my omelet to go. server was nice and attentive. only downside is the parking ( in the back and limited ) and that fact that the first one to arrive from our party was told that she can not be sited until all arrived ( she had to sit at the tiny bar ). will definitely go again and you should try it too.",
        "the challah bread french toast was unique. a good menu with items that are not associated with the normal \" breakfast place. \" busy place but efficient and friendly. i would love to go back again if i make it back in the area from chicago.",
        "i really enjoyed this place, it wasn't the best breakfast and i'd be happy to try a new place when i'm in town but i'd certainly be happy to come back. i sat at the bar and the lady working was nice and funny. i liked it, the breakfast burrito was good, not special, but certainly good.",
        "this breakfast was well worth the 45 minute wait for a table. i had the quick start loaded which was delicious. i love places that don't use a grill lube that you can taste. potatoes were good and the 9 grain toast was tasty. the service was quick and i appreciated seeing how quickly they cleaned and reset tables - it really kept things flowing.",
        "this is a great place for breakfast. it's very busy so i love that they used a text to notify you and that you can see your place in line. they service was good and fast. the food was yummy.",
        "really great fresh squeezed juice and smoothies to start. i had the border bowl which was one of the best meals i've had for breakfast! my boyfriend got their french toast which looked great as well!! great open ambiance, with outdoor seating as well.",
    ],
    "summary": "good place to grab breakie in scottsdale. i had the traditional benedict and it was quite tasty. service was fast and friendly and the wait wasn't bad at all. we grabbed a latte from the coffee bar and sat inside for a few minutes before they had a patio table ready for us. if i return i'll try to cinnamon challah french toast."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "came here for my boyfriend's son's birthday. he wanted sushi so sushi he got. this happens to be my guys favorite sushi place so we try to come when we're in charlotte. pricing is a bit high but they have an extensive menu from sashimi to rolls and bento boxes. they also have noodles and fried rice as well as dessert. we spent about $ 160 for two adults and 2 kids. a couple of sake and beer. place does get busy on the weekends so if you plan on trying it out, go early or off hours if you don't want to wait in line.",
        "since moving to charlotte, we've been trying to find a regular sushi restaurant. since we've been to ru sans, we can't bring ourselves to go anywhere else. amazing sushi and good service. they don't take reservations so be prepared to wait on a friday or saturday night. it's always worth the wait!",
        "favorite place to go! dinner or lunch. dinner they have reasonable sushi prices with a great variety that are all amazing. lunch you get an amazing lunch buffet for a great price. would go multiple times a week if my boyfriend let me.",
        "this is the best sushi i've ever enjoyed. although the wait for s table on saturday night was close to half an hour and akin to waiting to get into a club, the impressive menu, super friendly staff, and phenomenal food was well worth the wait. the sake selection is impressive, as are ru san's specialty rolls. for those who enjoy nigiri, an equally impressive selection is available, at a reasonable price, and is very high quality. pricing is actually less expensive than many \" wannabe \" sushi places. i'd give ru san's five stars if they could work out their wait list and waiting area issues.",
        "i'm not sure why this place has 3 1 / 2 stars. this is by far the best sushi place in charlotte and totally normal prices. i'm a bit of a sushi snob and can't eat it anywhere. so with that i give this place 5 stars!!",
        "this is a staple for my family. we come here at least once a week. always have incredible service and you won't find fresher sushi!!!!",
        "this place has amazing sushi. come during the week for the fabulous all - you - can - eat buffet so delicious. get there early for a place in line so you don't have to wait. can be a little loud on weekends, but the sushi and service is always top notch.",
        "great buffet. amazing to be honest for $ 11. 09. i bought my first beer as a 16 year old here back in 1998 before the bastards at ale busted these fine folks. great for parties and birthdays to those of drinking age. sake bomb races are epic here. just stick to the main menu. had explosive diarrhea from here more than once by ordering oddball stuff off the extensive menu. too much on the menu to keep it all fresh i guess.",
    ],
    "summary": "one of the busiest sushi places in charlotte for sure. i'm there on weekly basis, as i'm a sushi lover. they have excellent sushi and always fresh with a very friendly staff. a lot of options to choose from and try every time. it's a busy place if you want a calm place for a romantic dinner that's definitely not your destination."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "ru sans never disappoints. every time we have an opportunity to drive up 77 for the sushi buffet we take it. there is always a wonderful variety of sushi rolls that can satisfy any taste. there is also a great selection of shashimi. for the folks who don't like sushi rusans offers a hot bar filled with miso soup, egg rolls, fried rice etc. if you're within 60 miles of this restaurant i promise it is worth the gas. the buffet is $ 11. 99.",
        "favorite place to go! dinner or lunch. dinner they have reasonable sushi prices with a great variety that are all amazing. lunch you get an amazing lunch buffet for a great price. would go multiple times a week if my boyfriend let me.",
        "definitely my favorite place for sushi in charlotte. we've been there a couple of times and are always pleased with our choices & recommendations from the servers. everything is fresh and delicious. the range of pricing & portions are reasonable. tiger shrimp appetizer is a must to try if you like spicy food. i have not tried much else that has been cooked but look forward to our next visit.",
        "you guys, you are not a true sushi lover if you haven't been to ru sans. the sushi here is to die for, so amazing. the service is quick and the staff is so friendly. they make really cool sushi rolls that you can find anywhere else. the fish is fresh and full of flavor. this place is honestly the most price friendly place to get sushi at in charlotte without it lacking anything but greatness.",
        "the best sushi in charlotte.... loud and rowdy but the food is outstanding. eddie the manager is awesome... always finds a place for me even when they are packed... you can't go wrong at rusan's.. charles h. jones",
        "this place is awesome! go here for the lunch buffet it is amazing! sushi is very fresh and they have really different roles. prices are very reasonable i could eat here every week! never been disappointed here.",
        "amazing place! we go here once a week. huge menu. great prices. the staff is very friendly. we are constantly taking new people with us. this is by far our favorite sushi restaurant in charlotte.",
        "this is a staple for my family. we come here at least once a week. always have incredible service and you won't find fresher sushi!!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "amazing service. sushi is always incredible, my favorite is the exotic. this place has a certain city life vibe as well as the time it closes gives a more downtown urban bar feel. the music is spot on and light hearted. one of the best places to go for a first date."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is located in old scottsdale and was so convenient to our hotel. it's packed so be patient. i sat at the counter. the menu is somewhat limited but it's all good. portions are just right. the staff is young and energetic. very helpful with pointing out where other things to do were so early in the morning. i'll be back.",
        "i always want what my friend gets. he got something with the word masa in the name and it was amazing. i got huevos rancheros and it was good not as amazing as my friend's awesome choice. we sat outdoors on the sidewalk seating which was nice if a little chilly. it was sort of weird when people would go flying by on their bicycles. the prices here were great for the quality of food you got. i'm a huge fan of this place and want to come all the way back from washington to get that one masa dish.",
        "i stopped here on a friday morning around 11 : 00am and it wasn't too busy. food was absolutely delicious but it is a bit pricey - - although worth it. the orange juice was the best i have ever had but it was $ 4 a glass ( no free refills ). i had the steak & eggs which came with fresh fruit and potatoes. everything was super yummy. will definitely be going back. for two people it was about $ 50 - $ 60 ( $ 16 of that were drinks ).",
        "best brunch i've ever had. the southwest breakfast options were on point. food was quick and so delicious. i may plan a trip back to arizona just for this brunch.",
        "this place is amazing! i always get the bird omelet. it's a little pricey but the fact they are always consistent with quality and taste. it's worth it. it's very popular so plan on a bit of a wait on the weekends. but now that it's cooking off the patio is great to sit at",
        "we started each morning of our vacation at the breakfast club. everything was so tasty ; juices are fresh - squeezed. menu has quite a variety and portions are very filling it gets busy early. be sure to give it a try.",
        "my wife & i came here based upon a recommendation from a friend. i ordered the biscuits & gravy and my wife ordered the regular french toast. the flavors from the jalapeno cheddar biscuit with gravy were incredible. my wife said the french toast was excellent but that the side of bacon she ordered was the best she's ever had. her exact words were : \" i would've traded the 3rd piece of my french toast for another piece of bacon. \" highly recommend grabbing breakfast here if you're in the area.",
        "went to the breakfast club a couple of weeks ago for lunch with a few of my girlfriends. place is really nice, clean and welcoming. food was really good and the portions were huge. i ended up taking 1 / 3 of my omelet to go. server was nice and attentive. only downside is the parking ( in the back and limited ) and that fact that the first one to arrive from our party was told that she can not be sited until all arrived ( she had to sit at the tiny bar ). will definitely go again and you should try it too.",
    ],
    "summary": "the name of this reminded me of the 80's but with all of the yoga attire being worn by the staff it is anything but. very nice decor with an extremely friendly staff. they have a wide variety of choices from drink to food. we enjoyed a mexican style breakfast that was very good without as long of a wait as expected. everything tasted fresh and just the right portion. the fruit that came with each meal was very tasty and a pleasant way to end the meal."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "first time at ru san's... so so good! enjoyed angry spider ( meh ), cowboy maki ( so good with the mango salsa! ), dancing eel ( orgasm in my mouth ), mad max ( cucumber - licious! ), tootsie ( so so good ), and candy crush roll with strawberry sauce!!! amazing service by pamela aka d!!! will definitely be back for more innovative sushi!",
        "hands down best sushi in charlotte. never had anything i didn't like here, fun atmosphere and the staff is very friendly. i recommend the japanese bagel roll tempura fried and the sake mojito. you will love it. never been to the buffet though, go for dinner for fresh sushi.",
        "delicious! try one of the specials.. also good is the buffet. i love kiss of fire and their aioli. all makis are good too and much cheaper. definitely a good location for vegetarians.",
        "i'm a huge fan of sushi period. but i'm even more of a fan of sushi that's fresh, flavorful, and cheap! i know it sounds crazy, but the $ 5. 95 philly roll was mind - blowing. ha - ha. definitely, try it. the nigri was delicious and while it may sound insane, they have the best miso soup i've ever had - in my life. a simple thing, but so good for the soul. : ) i would say that anyone who hasn't been - must go.... like now. what are you waiting for?",
        "i can't say enough about my favourite lunch spot in charlotte. is the sushi the absolute best? no, but it is delicious! and for the price, incredible. i like the variety they offer and service and staff are always friendly. their spring rolls are incredible and i love the bite - sized cakes too. my only tip would be to go early!! i can not stress enough how packed this place gets. they open at 11 : 30 and there were people waiting in their cars at 11 : 00 am - it was like feeding time at the zoo.",
        "love it love it!! best sushi buff. anywhere. my lil sis got me hooked on it. and now my hubbie and i try n go every other week, we live in lake wylie! soooo gggoooooooooooodddddd!!!",
        "so much yes! wine specials. awesome sushi. great variety. fun atmosphere. consistently excellent. go here all the time!",
        "best deal and food in charlotte! i was so depressed after the panthers game when i found it was closed sundays. yelp said it was closed their web site said open. never so depressed to find a good parking place there.",
    ],
    "summary": "the food is amazing, the service is great and the price is right on point! i had a wonderful dish with salmon perfectly cooked and yummy rice, eggplant and wonderfully cooked vegetables. the portion of this dish would easily feed 3 people. everyone at my table had a delicious entire. i will definitely return for more!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "loved brunch here! i went on the monday before 4th of july. it was packed but we sat at the bar and didn't have to wait at all. the eggs benedict was delicious and the serving size was perfectly filling. i loved the atmosphere and the customer service was excellent!",
        "this is a top - notch place to stop for breakfast or lunch. their breakfast menu is huge and their food is absolutely great. the wait staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is great and has the option for outdoor seating. prices here are very reasonable. they even use real maple syrup instead of fake stuff. that was awesome.",
        "great breakfast and great staff! had the bird omelet and it was chock full of turkey and avocados. great experience.",
        "ambience is cool and trendy! there's nothing this place doesn't have - love love love! patio is sunny, the bar is quick and i loved everything i got. i'm here visiting but i'll def go back tomorrow. oh and the music is good too!",
        "i loved the breakfast bowl, it was awesome. the service was great and fast. the patio seating was pretty nice too.",
        "this place seems super popular. it's always packed - no matter the day of the week. i'm told the owner is the same as stax in the same building, and they used to own the now closed upton - both of which i love. bc though... nothing super exciting about the breakfast here. i'm not a fan of their bloody mix, and while a mimosa is huge, it's not that tasty. i'd rather have taste. i've tried it a few times and none of the items i had were worth writing home about. there are so many great breakfast places that i don't need to return.",
        "the best breakfast place i've been to so far! my fiance and i go out to a new place every monday and the breakfast club is beating everyone!! hands down! the bloody mary was great and the steak eggs benidict was devine!! oh man.. i'm hungry again! can't wait to go back!",
        "delicious breakfast. the atmosphere isn't terribly inviting but the food is off the hook. i ordered the huevos rancheros ( comes with black beans, shredded lettuce and green chili verde ). this monster was bomb. mr. muscle ordered a breakfast burrito bowl or something like that. verde, hash browns, eggs, it was delicious too. these are hardy meals that actually packed a great flavor. pancakes were very good - had some flavor and chew to them. excellent place for breakfast - highly recommend. 2 meals, coffee, milk and side of pancakes about $ 27. worth it. service was great. also serve all kinds of fancy smoothies, coffees and alcohol based breakfast cocktails.",
    ],
    "summary": "ordered the huevos rancheros and it was delicious! i didn't mix it all together but instead ate from a couple parts at a time to enjoy all the flavors. also ordered the quick start loaded and it's the right portion for a great price. i also had a bite of the bird and i love the filling in this omelet! the service was quick and great and i think the food is worth the price here."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great spot for breakfast in the trendy east hollywood neighborhood of scottsdale. hands down best mimosas due to the temperature and the fresh squeezed oj. staff is extremely friendly and service is top notch. the burrito bowl is excellent, as is the huevos rancheros. their omelettes are galactic, overflowing off the plate. fresh fruit is fresh - now there's a statement. coffee is a little bland, but the beauty of the arizona desert more than makes up for that. get a mimosa.",
        "love bc with a passion. there is nowhere else i would go for my daily breakfast. the staff there is to give the credit to. they are top notched and unmatched",
        "breakfast is excellent, by far the best breakfast i have had here in scottsdale. the coffee is amazing, and the staff is super friendly and attentive. i really enjoyed while waiting i could enjoy the coffee bar. highly recommend the breakfast club.",
        "loved brunch here! i went on the monday before 4th of july. it was packed but we sat at the bar and didn't have to wait at all. the eggs benedict was delicious and the serving size was perfectly filling. i loved the atmosphere and the customer service was excellent!",
        "my girlfriend and i arrived on a saturday morning around 9 : 30 am, and we were told it would be about a 30 minute wait ( which we were expecting ). we were seated within 30 minutes at a nice large booth. once seated, our waitress immediately introduced herself to us. she was very kind, friendly and professional. we received our food and drinks in a timely manner, and the food was absolutely delicious. the atmosphere was casual and comfortable. we will definitely be coming back!!",
        "i agree with other reviews that the service and food are both fantastic. considering how busy they, the bc is able to churn out satisfied customers and that includes me. my friend and i arrived and 10 : 10 with people waiting and by 10 : 15 we got a table... the key is to tell the hostess that you want the first available table and poof...! voila.. my friend got an omelette and i got the eggs benedict with smoked salmon. i also like the fact that they have fresh squeezed orange juice. our server mckenzie was very pleasant and the food came out in no time. prices are moderate considering what we ate.",
        "this is my favorite breakfast place in scottsdale. they have amazing coffee, a must for breakfast! the service is really top notch. i have had an omelette, which was more than i could eat, eggs benedict, that were outstanding. i've also had the basic 2 egg, toast, and bacon plate. everything is cooked perfectly, and it comes out fast. the prices are honest and there are friendly folks if you want to chat at the counter. a great breakfast is a great start to the day, and they do it well.",
        "we thought this place was great. they had really great omelets and the coffee was strong! there was a wait but it was worth it. the service was great. i had changed my order to substitue the eggs with egg whites and the waitress gave me no attitude! really a great little breakfast spot that we just happened to pass by while in scottsdale!",
    ],
    "summary": "really great find and a 3 min walk from the w hotel. we sat on the patio and just took in the early rays and service was really fast and efficient. they make fresh smoothies and juice drinks as well as my cafe latte was amazing. food is fresh, healthy, and good sized portions."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great place. have been there every few weeks with with my brother and nieces. it has been perfect every time. love the dog friendly and very nice staff. we also love the green tea. would recommend any time.",
        "i really like this place! my boyfriend and i are from new york and we are always seeking places that have a sense of urgency and the breakfast club definitely has that. in addition to that, they try to use more wholesome ingredients in their food than other places. they also have good coffee and decent prices. the area that it's in is pretty nice as well and it's just a great place to be for brunch.",
        "delicious breakfast. the atmosphere isn't terribly inviting but the food is off the hook. i ordered the huevos rancheros ( comes with black beans, shredded lettuce and green chili verde ). this monster was bomb. mr. muscle ordered a breakfast burrito bowl or something like that. verde, hash browns, eggs, it was delicious too. these are hardy meals that actually packed a great flavor. pancakes were very good - had some flavor and chew to them. excellent place for breakfast - highly recommend. 2 meals, coffee, milk and side of pancakes about $ 27. worth it. service was great. also serve all kinds of fancy smoothies, coffees and alcohol based breakfast cocktails.",
        "i was soooo excited to eat here. for realz. i love breakfast foods. of all kinds. but i would rather eat at ihop than this place. honestly. i've tried all their variations on the eggs benedict, and found them all to be so disgusting they bordered on inedible. a friend of mine insists that i should return to this place and order a \" sweet \" breakfast, but i'm scared and very hesitant to ever eat here again.",
        "my favorite breakfast place! everything i have ordered was great! love the waffles and fruit. coffee is great, and there are fresh squeezed juices to go with your meal.",
        "this is a top - notch place to stop for breakfast or lunch. their breakfast menu is huge and their food is absolutely great. the wait staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is great and has the option for outdoor seating. prices here are very reasonable. they even use real maple syrup instead of fake stuff. that was awesome.",
        "i love this place. never had a bad breakfast yet. the service is always good, and the atmosphere is pleasant. recently they did some renovations and are expanding, so during my most recent visit, the area i was seated in was under construction, but those things happen. it didn't effect the quality of service or food. some of my favorities are the eggs benedict, their breakfast burrito, and their chocolate chip pancakes, which are amazing if you're in the mood for a sweeter breakfast. their smoothies are also refreshing. not to mention, the cougar waitresses are easy on the eyes : ), and very friendly. i will be going back next chance i get.",
        "unbelievable. best service and steak and eggs in town. it is my new go to spot for breakfast. i like sitting at the counter. you get 3 eggs and fried potatoes laced with peppers and onions ; along with a good sized steak cooked to perfection. the mocha coffee was also amazing. love this place.",
    ],
    "summary": "i had heard great things about this place and was very excited to try it. all of the food is really fresh and good quality, and is prepared perfectly. their iced bc coffee is delicious and i am not even a big coffee drinker. the bacon is perfect and their sandwiches are delicious on bread or a bagel. the service is great and extremely quick. they get you what you need and are fast. awesome place and i recommend it for breakfast or lunch!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "best sushi i've had in years. fresh, tons of choices, reasonably priced. we had two rolls, calamari and a side of shrimp tempura for $ 30 minus tip. service was prompt and pleasant. our waitress gave me the check which was funny ; took it as a sign it's my turn to buy dinner so i did. the two rolls we had were beauts. next time, we're getting three rolls and no app. no wait at dinner time. perfect way to start 2015!",
        "this sushi place had so many options. with over eight pages of options, you can get whatever you wish for. the place was so so crowded, but the service was incredible. our food came out so quickly and our waiter was so kind despite the busyness. i really enjoyed this place because of the affordability, ambience, and amazing sushi variety!!",
        "best sushi in charlotte! i'm a southern california transplant and this is good! we're so happy to have found this place. the fish is fresh! the rolls are awesome! i've been here 6 months and was worried i would never get good sushi in nc. ru - sans is amazing!",
        "very good sushi. enjoyable. the wait was shorter than we were told. extensive menu. a ton of choices. would go back.",
        "this place only having 3. 5 stars is a travesty, and i have to infer it's only because people are reviewing after having the buffet. do yourself a favor and come during the evening. you will firmly believe, after having done so, it's the best sushi place in charlotte. three words : seared. tuna. nigiri.",
        "ru sans never disappoints. every time we have an opportunity to drive up 77 for the sushi buffet we take it. there is always a wonderful variety of sushi rolls that can satisfy any taste. there is also a great selection of shashimi. for the folks who don't like sushi rusans offers a hot bar filled with miso soup, egg rolls, fried rice etc. if you're within 60 miles of this restaurant i promise it is worth the gas. the buffet is $ 11. 99.",
        "two words... sushi buffet!! no need to worry. their staff tends to the buffet area so it's clean and fresh sushi is coming out at least every 20 minutes or as needed. the only down side, nothing is labeled. so you may have to ask a staff member or your waiter what you're eating if that's a concern of yours. if sushi isn't your thing, they also have another portion of the buffet that includes wings, fried rice, calamari, miso soup, and cake for dessert. $ 12. 50 for all you can eat. not too bad.",
        "this place is the spot for sushi. and i am not alone seeing as how there was a 30minute wait at 9 pm on a weekday. the place was certainly a fire hazard by the hostess stand. people crowded, bumping bellies. but no one was complaining. the sushi rolls are very fresh and tasty. considering that they have to crank out an abnormal amount - my rolls looked like there was a lot of time and care spent on them. i really enjoyed my spicy tuna as well. the spice was on point. best part after going to sushi - not getting sick!",
    ],
    "summary": "for charlotte, this is the best place to eat sushi considering we are no where near japan, tuna, or the ocean. love that the wait staff yells hello at you when you come in the door. food is also priced well. cow fish is overpriced and it tasted like cat food the last time i went. ru sans has that cozy feel to it. will definitely be going back."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "delicious food and great atmosphere! gathered with friends and family who also have never been, and we had a blast. hardly had to wait to be seated and food came out hot! will certainly be back. thanks to our amazing server. can't remember her name but she was tall and with brown hair, you were great!!! ( :",
        "great spot for breakfast in old town scottsdale.... recommended by the doubletree check - in concierge as her favorite breakfast spot. the salmon lox was delicious. my husband enjoyed the chili verde breakfast burrito... portions were ample, in addition to being tasty. the fresh squeezed grapefruit juice was fantastic. we arrived at app. 8 : 30am on a saturday morning and were the 2nd guests to be seated outdoors. within 20 min every table was full and folks were waiting to be seated.",
        "o - m - goodness! what luck to have eaten here for breakfast!! huge portions served with fresh fruit slices or mixed berries. great service and very nice to sit on the porch under the heat towers as it was a cold morning. the only downside was there were so many good things it was hard to choose!",
        "food was awesome! server seemed like she hated her life : ( but the food and the atmosphere were great. we got the french toast, biscuits and gravy and the mexican bowl. all tasted great!",
        "great customer service and the food was yummy. fresh fruit and french toast were superior. love the fact you can have many options in what you want to eat.",
        "i ordered the border bowl with a few modifications ( no onions, peppers, or hot sauce, it was delicious! the pork green chili gave it a great flavor. the reason for the four star instead of five was our waitress was just ok. she did the bare minimum.....",
        "amazing breakfast spot right in scottsdale with killer menu options. you can go from extreme healthy eating to adding a few calories to your diet... but whichever you choose you can't go wrong! inside info... try the sweet potato fries with a side of the warm caramel dip that is used to the banana fosters french toast... you'll thank me after!",
        "the starbucks of breakfast. they signature french toast was from another world. i have been here maybe a dozen times and have never been disappointed. \" must go \" in you are ever in scottsdale.",
    ],
    "summary": "once again the breakfast club does not disappoint you and what are their signature omelettes customized to my liking with my grilled onions and grilled mushrooms fabulous fabulous fabulous service was extremely courteous and extremely friendly my waiter jayme and her coworkers make sure you have all you need. besides they have a great people watching outside seating area at the scottsdale location. definitely recommend it to anyone in the area, not pricey either."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my first visit to ru san's was last monday and i've already been back a second time! this place is awesome. i love the laid back vibe and the food is on point. both times i went, i ordered the kiss of fire roll and it was delicious. i also tried the crabcake and miso soup - also great. as a sushi fan, this is some of the best i've tried in charlotte. the only drawback is that the service isn't super great but it's worth overlooking for the delicious food. i can't wait to go back and try more rolls! this is definitely going into my regular restaurant rotation.",
        "so i went to last night and thought i should try something different, i asked my server, kristina, what was a good appetizer and she suggested the hot wok tiger shrimp. when the plate came i could already tell it was spicy just by the view, i took a bite and it was heaven! the shrimp was juicy, the sauce was spicy, and the onions and avocado gave it a fresh clean taste. i loved it! if you like spicy shrimp this is definitely worth a try! sn : i love the atmosphere and servers there, definitely one of my favorite places in charlotte!",
        "i have been going to rusans for 6 years and have tried about every other sushi bar in town. rusans is my favorite. i go for dinner with my wife on friday nights around 9 pm. we can get a spot at the sushi bar and know all the chiefs. my favorite are spicy scallop hand rolls, torro hand rolls. all thte different special rolls and nigiri. they also have good korean kimchee, it goes well with sliced tuna or octopus. the prices are good the suhi chiefs are great and the owners are wonderful thank you hata and kim!!",
        "i love this place. the lunch buffet is amazing ( especially considering it's less than $ 11 per person ). they have a good variety of different rolls and chinese food on the lunch buffet. for the dinner menu they also have extensive options, and a specials sheet that changes seasonally ( which is really nice ). while the dinner menu is obviously pricier than the lunch menu it is still reasonable. i recommend trying this place out, if for nothing else, for the lunch buffet!",
        "originally tried this restaurant in atlanta and really enjoyed. was very happy to see that they have a charlotte location. i accidentally ordered the wrong roll, but my server was kind enough to let me order something else that i would like more. overall good experience and great food!",
        "i came here with co - workers. didn't realize it was a buffet, but didn't mind that. i chose to not eat the buffet, because nothing was labeled and having food allergies, i could not tell what was what or what the ingredients were. the restaurant is somewhat tight, so be prepared to have to squeeze through people or dodge them if you're coming in around lunch time. all i ended up ordering was edamame. they were kind of luke warm. service was good, so thank you for the friendliness.",
        "let me first say, you will not be disappointed with the menu or the food here. that is definitely why this joint is always hopping, and why i find myself back here from time to time. the problem i've had here on many occasions is the service. right from the start, the host guy conveys \" i'm miserable and hate my job. \" i heard someone else complaining about the host on the way out. the servers are mostly running around doing the bare minimum to get you in and out quickly. the chefs / cooks and the food are great! it's unfortunate with the amount of business they do here the wait staff and host don't do this place justice.",
        "now that i'm living just down the street, i've started stopping into this place. made my way over last friday evening w / my daughter for a quick bite. the place was packed but we got a seat right away at the bar. huge selection of sushi. friendly staff. i tried the chipotle roll. nice little kick and very tasty. wasn't as big of a fan of the rich and famous roll. my daughter enjoyed her veggie rolls too. it's a little loud in there especially when the chefs start banging their knives on the counter. not sure what that's about but it was interesting none the less. glad this place is so close, i'll be back for sure.",
    ],
    "summary": "dinner was wonderful here! the restaurant is crowded, but the service is quick and kind. the menu offers a plethora of sushi options, and all the ones our table tried were delicious. the waiter was attentive despite juggling multiple tables, and i absolutely savored each bite. this is a delicious and affordable place for your next sushi outing."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i loved this place. great atmosphere, great design and decor, great crowd, and great employees. i kept coming here every morning it was so good. the thick bacon was amazing, and i appreciate the small serving of fruit they include. all the food was tasty and ample. very good quality ingredients. parking around back is a little tight and tricky. get here early on the weekends or you'll have a bit of a wait unless you want to sit at the counter. definitely go!",
        "i was soooo excited to eat here. for realz. i love breakfast foods. of all kinds. but i would rather eat at ihop than this place. honestly. i've tried all their variations on the eggs benedict, and found them all to be so disgusting they bordered on inedible. a friend of mine insists that i should return to this place and order a \" sweet \" breakfast, but i'm scared and very hesitant to ever eat here again.",
        "this is my favorite breakfast place in scottsdale. they have amazing coffee, a must for breakfast! the service is really top notch. i have had an omelette, which was more than i could eat, eggs benedict, that were outstanding. i've also had the basic 2 egg, toast, and bacon plate. everything is cooked perfectly, and it comes out fast. the prices are honest and there are friendly folks if you want to chat at the counter. a great breakfast is a great start to the day, and they do it well.",
        "delicious breakfast. the atmosphere isn't terribly inviting but the food is off the hook. i ordered the huevos rancheros ( comes with black beans, shredded lettuce and green chili verde ). this monster was bomb. mr. muscle ordered a breakfast burrito bowl or something like that. verde, hash browns, eggs, it was delicious too. these are hardy meals that actually packed a great flavor. pancakes were very good - had some flavor and chew to them. excellent place for breakfast - highly recommend. 2 meals, coffee, milk and side of pancakes about $ 27. worth it. service was great. also serve all kinds of fancy smoothies, coffees and alcohol based breakfast cocktails.",
        "crazy good breakfast. great service. worth every minute of a wait. get the masa platter thing... i don't remember the exact name but it has a masa based pancake thing. it's super good. you go, guy / girl / corporate conglomerate. you got this breakfast thing down.",
        "this place seems super popular. it's always packed - no matter the day of the week. i'm told the owner is the same as stax in the same building, and they used to own the now closed upton - both of which i love. bc though... nothing super exciting about the breakfast here. i'm not a fan of their bloody mix, and while a mimosa is huge, it's not that tasty. i'd rather have taste. i've tried it a few times and none of the items i had were worth writing home about. there are so many great breakfast places that i don't need to return.",
        "back here for the bird. after running, this is a healthy, protein rich snack which can be made healthier via requesting egg whites and no cheese. no boursin? no fair! i always have good service and if you are in a hurry, bc seems to get you in and out quickly. i wish there was wifi. parking is tight, but there's generally street parking for 2 hours. the fruit and avocado's are consistently some of the best!",
        "love love love this place!!! i would go here every day for breakfast if i could. the iced tea is amazing! call ahead to get your name on the list. try the bananas foster pancake with ice cream!! it's amazing! also do the breakfast grilled cheese - best sandwich ever!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is great. the service has always been wonderful. the food is outstanding. the coffee is amazing. i love the atmosphere, great big windows to look at the bustling downtown area. my favorite breakfast spot to go to. prices are very fair. the only legitimate complaints people have is that it gets busy. well it's busy for a reason, so if you have the time it's worth the wait."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love rusans!!! i always go for lunch and they never disappoint. the sushi is always great and fresh. it's always busy but we usually get seated rather quickly. i definitely recommend it for people who are just trying to grab a quick lunch.",
        "i am hard pressed to decide between this place and new zealand as the best sushi place in charlotte. this is much larger and has a larger menu. i only sit at the sushi bar. their specialty menu excellent. i've been there several times and it seems packed constantly, but never had to wait more than 15 minutes ( even on a saturday night ). the waitstaff is attentive and responsive which is unusual for such a busy place. they have a traditional kitchen menu, but i've never bothered with that when such great sushi is available. the only detractor is that with the large crowd it gets kinda loud. go. enjoy. you won't regret it.",
        "great buffet. amazing to be honest for $ 11. 09. i bought my first beer as a 16 year old here back in 1998 before the bastards at ale busted these fine folks. great for parties and birthdays to those of drinking age. sake bomb races are epic here. just stick to the main menu. had explosive diarrhea from here more than once by ordering oddball stuff off the extensive menu. too much on the menu to keep it all fresh i guess.",
        "this place is awesome! go here for the lunch buffet it is amazing! sushi is very fresh and they have really different roles. prices are very reasonable i could eat here every week! never been disappointed here.",
        "i agree with the other poster who said their rating is probably influenced by nostalgia. i love ru san's. it was my first sushi experience ever and still remains my favorite. however the prices have crept up over the years to where it's not really the value it once was. also some of my favorite menu items have disappeared such as the ginger simmered beef maki leaving me with less choices when i go. still it's a great choice for sushi in charlotte. just be prepared to wait if you come during the weekend as it's usually busy!",
        "ru san's is my default, dependable sushi spot in town. their prices are good and the quality is consistent. i like their power builder plates. it's easily enough for two people to share. ru san's won't knock your socks off but you'll leave happy every time. avoid coming during peak times because the wait can get scary long.",
        "great sushi lunch place. fast pace buffet style sushi but with quality choices. regular sushi menu is also available. friendly staff. very busy at lunch but because of the buffet you can be in and out in no time.",
        "we love eating the sushi lunch. can't beat that deal and the fish is good. they are putting it out quick so it is not sitting around. i don't like buffets for that reason and i don't mind it there. i do wish they would change the type of rolls more often. always the same ones.",
    ],
    "summary": "delicious sushi. i'm sure they have something for everyone on the menu. i've visited ru san's multiple times and it is delicious every time. the drinks are priced extremely well for a restaurant in charlotte. the atmosphere is also great. only con would be the back area of the restaurant and the restrooms could use a little tlc."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "friday night wait was about 15min for a party of 2. the waiter was very helpful as we had never been here before. had the angry spider and another sushi roll of 6, and chicken fried rice. had to wait a long time for the rice and the hostess wasn't that friendly, other than that, everything was great. i would recommend this location.",
        "i've been eating ru sans since 95'in atlanta, solid and great food! either the lunch buffet or a delicious dinner, i am never disappointed.",
        "lunch buffet was a great deal! kind of a college / trendy atmosphere with lots of energy. service was good and we were welll atended to. buffet tables were well stocked with large selection and new rolls i had never tried before. recommend... for lunch, but reserving opinion for dinnertime",
        "i was here yesterday. the sushi selection is ok. i honestly didn't think it was fresh. i had the volcano rolls and the spider rolls ; the spider tolls were definitely different and tasted a bit strange. the volcano roll was definitely good. i may be back if they are more consistent overall",
        "went for lunch and really enjoyed my experience. my waiter was a little too perky which made for interesting interactions with him. i wouldn't say this is high quality sushi, but dinner here might go in that direction. for lunch i got the buffet and for the price i paid the quality, selection, and taste was well worth the cost.",
        "i liked this place. very casual funky environment. the sushi is good but certainly not the best ever. the service is average. i keep coming back because its usually quick, fun, and a nice change of pace.",
        "went last saturday night, the first time in a while. there were 6 of us and we got a big table immediately. the waitress was very attentive and i was very happy with my meal. my only compl",
        "i like this place a lot. i had a bad experience once where my order was incorrect and i was there over 2 hours arguing with the server who stated the manger was too busy to come speak to our table. it was very unpleasant. however, i have been there many other times and had a fine time. so maybe just a bad night? food is really good. i would probably still go back because i like the food so much.",
    ],
    "summary": "i have always liked ru sans, but they messed a few things up last time i went. of the 5 things we ordered, 3 of them had notable quality problems. nice people and a fun place to be in charlotte, but i get a sense that quality is starting to go down."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "definitely my favorite place for sushi in charlotte. we've been there a couple of times and are always pleased with our choices & recommendations from the servers. everything is fresh and delicious. the range of pricing & portions are reasonable. tiger shrimp appetizer is a must to try if you like spicy food. i have not tried much else that has been cooked but look forward to our next visit.",
        "for charlotte, this is the best place to eat sushi considering we are no where near japan, tuna, or the ocean. love that the wait staff yells hello at you when you come in the door. food is also priced well. cow fish is overpriced and it tasted like cat food the last time i went. ru sans has that cozy feel to it. will definitely be going back.",
        "this place only having 3. 5 stars is a travesty, and i have to infer it's only because people are reviewing after having the buffet. do yourself a favor and come during the evening. you will firmly believe, after having done so, it's the best sushi place in charlotte. three words : seared. tuna. nigiri.",
        "favorite place to go! dinner or lunch. dinner they have reasonable sushi prices with a great variety that are all amazing. lunch you get an amazing lunch buffet for a great price. would go multiple times a week if my boyfriend let me.",
        "this is by far the best sushi ( especially for the value ) in charlotte. always so quick and so freakin good. ginger salad, tempura, yakitori, sushi, all of it! i wouldn't recommend for a date night or if you're looking for something fancy but if you want amazing sushi at the best prices in charlotte, ru san's is your place.",
        "hands down the best sushi place i've been to in charlotte, and maybe ever. the second we sat down we were given waters and greeted by just about every one, they have the friendliest, most welcoming staff. just seconds later we were given a cucumber crab salad from the sushi chefs, which was delicious. we ordered seven rolls so we expected it to take a while, it honestly took maybe 15 - 20 mins. we got several different rolls, some recommended by our waiter & the regulars sitting next to us, we regret none of them. everything was delicious and the experience was even better. i've yet to hear of a bad experience someone's had here. honestly can't wait to go back.",
        "best sushi i've had in years. fresh, tons of choices, reasonably priced. we had two rolls, calamari and a side of shrimp tempura for $ 30 minus tip. service was prompt and pleasant. our waitress gave me the check which was funny ; took it as a sign it's my turn to buy dinner so i did. the two rolls we had were beauts. next time, we're getting three rolls and no app. no wait at dinner time. perfect way to start 2015!",
        "two words... sushi buffet!! no need to worry. their staff tends to the buffet area so it's clean and fresh sushi is coming out at least every 20 minutes or as needed. the only down side, nothing is labeled. so you may have to ask a staff member or your waiter what you're eating if that's a concern of yours. if sushi isn't your thing, they also have another portion of the buffet that includes wings, fried rice, calamari, miso soup, and cake for dessert. $ 12. 50 for all you can eat. not too bad.",
    ],
    "summary": "you guys, you are not a true sushi lover if you haven't been to ru sans. the sushi here is to die for, so amazing. the service is quick and the staff is so friendly. they make really cool sushi rolls that you can find anywhere else. the fish is fresh and full of flavor. this place is honestly the most price friendly place to get sushi at in charlotte without it lacking anything but greatness."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love the sushi here. but i am starting to get annoyed with the service. tried to call in an order tonight, placed on hold forever. got in and placed an order to go at the bar and was charged a \" service charge \". really?",
        "the sushi and the yakitori were both lacking. the tuna didn't taste fresh and the yakitori was drowned in sauce to cover up its lack of flavor. are there any authentic sushi places in this town if so please let me know",
        "they have decent price for sushi. but omg workers there can be so rude! if you plan on calling for togo orders or to speak to someone during dinner time, think again! they will literally pick up the phone and hang up on you! thats just rude!",
        "this place is good if you like sushi shops that smell like captain jack sparrow's barnacle barge. you can smell the fish from outside the building, which ruins the taste.",
        "again food was ok. now talk about getting take out not eating at the restaurant calling up for an order to go.. this us the only place that adds a tip to your take out bill. that is totally wrong!!!!",
        "stopped in at 11 : 45 am on a tuesday. one person. empty restaurant. asked for a booth or table and was told i could only get seating at the bar because the lunch rush was coming. i said i didn't want to sit at the bar. even though it was empty i was told that was the only seating available for solo patrons. so i left.",
        "sorry but the amount of salt that they put on their also fish and wings is ridiculous. i don't think i'll go back here. every sushi roll on the buffet had cream cheese. the ramen tastes like powder and prepackaged. i was so excited for this place.",
        "another cheap sushi buffet place. my friends were all praise abt this place before i tried it myself. sushi is below average but worth the buffet price. filled my hungry stomach but not satisfied with taste. for three, bill was $ 29. 15 on saturday lunch buffet, which is cheap.",
    ],
    "summary": "i was very unimpressed with this place. its cheap sushi which is red flag number one and they also have an all you can eat sushi buffet red flag number two. my fiance and i went here during the all you can eat buffet and i could not even eat my sushi. it was warm and smelled fishy. i guess if you are a person who is not the biggest sushi fan and enjoy cheap fried sushi this place could work for you."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i am hard pressed to decide between this place and new zealand as the best sushi place in charlotte. this is much larger and has a larger menu. i only sit at the sushi bar. their specialty menu excellent. i've been there several times and it seems packed constantly, but never had to wait more than 15 minutes ( even on a saturday night ). the waitstaff is attentive and responsive which is unusual for such a busy place. they have a traditional kitchen menu, but i've never bothered with that when such great sushi is available. the only detractor is that with the large crowd it gets kinda loud. go. enjoy. you won't regret it.",
        "my first visit to ru san's was last monday and i've already been back a second time! this place is awesome. i love the laid back vibe and the food is on point. both times i went, i ordered the kiss of fire roll and it was delicious. i also tried the crabcake and miso soup - also great. as a sushi fan, this is some of the best i've tried in charlotte. the only drawback is that the service isn't super great but it's worth overlooking for the delicious food. i can't wait to go back and try more rolls! this is definitely going into my regular restaurant rotation.",
        "let me first say, you will not be disappointed with the menu or the food here. that is definitely why this joint is always hopping, and why i find myself back here from time to time. the problem i've had here on many occasions is the service. right from the start, the host guy conveys \" i'm miserable and hate my job. \" i heard someone else complaining about the host on the way out. the servers are mostly running around doing the bare minimum to get you in and out quickly. the chefs / cooks and the food are great! it's unfortunate with the amount of business they do here the wait staff and host don't do this place justice.",
        "i became a fan of ru san's years ago when i used to go to another sushi joint. i was pulled away by three things, the wonderful and lively atmosphere, the quality of the sushi and the price. you just can't beat them on any of those. if you prefer a quiet or intimate place, don't go here. this place is all about energy - especially friday and saturday nights and during lunch buffet. the lunch buffet is pretty darn good, but the menu is awesome from sushi - sashimi - tempura - etc. to the entrees. i personally love the sashimi combos.",
        "ru sans has the best sushi in charlotte. this place is always busy but you never wait more than 10 minutes for a table. i love watching everyone do sake bombs. the chefs get into it and make lots of noise along with everyone else around the bar. the menu here is extensive. sushi, ramen, rice bowls, and so much more. when eating at ru sans you can close your eyes, flip to a page, and point to find a great order. i don't come eat here often enough!",
        "i love ru san's. amazing. amazing. amazing. i know that they have a lunch buffet that they have during the week and saturday for just $ 10. i have never had it because i'm allergic to shellfish and vegetarian, but my friends seem to love it. the cream cheese tempura roll and it is to die for.",
        "hands down the best sushi place i've been to in charlotte, and maybe ever. the second we sat down we were given waters and greeted by just about every one, they have the friendliest, most welcoming staff. just seconds later we were given a cucumber crab salad from the sushi chefs, which was delicious. we ordered seven rolls so we expected it to take a while, it honestly took maybe 15 - 20 mins. we got several different rolls, some recommended by our waiter & the regulars sitting next to us, we regret none of them. everything was delicious and the experience was even better. i've yet to hear of a bad experience someone's had here. honestly can't wait to go back.",
        "we love eating the sushi lunch. can't beat that deal and the fish is good. they are putting it out quick so it is not sitting around. i don't like buffets for that reason and i don't mind it there. i do wish they would change the type of rolls more often. always the same ones.",
    ],
    "summary": "excellent sushi and really energetic vibe. went here on a sunday night and it was still busy but worth the short wait. the tuna bomb was incredible and the sauces and spicy mayo made the options endless. the menu is huge so don't worry if there are some in your party that don't like it raw. they'll have plenty of options. they have very cool high top tables in the back that seat 8 and make this place perfect for big parties. my new favorite place in the charlotte area!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have been going to rusans for 6 years and have tried about every other sushi bar in town. rusans is my favorite. i go for dinner with my wife on friday nights around 9 pm. we can get a spot at the sushi bar and know all the chiefs. my favorite are spicy scallop hand rolls, torro hand rolls. all thte different special rolls and nigiri. they also have good korean kimchee, it goes well with sliced tuna or octopus. the prices are good the suhi chiefs are great and the owners are wonderful thank you hata and kim!!",
        "friday night wait was about 15min for a party of 2. the waiter was very helpful as we had never been here before. had the angry spider and another sushi roll of 6, and chicken fried rice. had to wait a long time for the rice and the hostess wasn't that friendly, other than that, everything was great. i would recommend this location.",
        "great buffet. amazing to be honest for $ 11. 09. i bought my first beer as a 16 year old here back in 1998 before the bastards at ale busted these fine folks. great for parties and birthdays to those of drinking age. sake bomb races are epic here. just stick to the main menu. had explosive diarrhea from here more than once by ordering oddball stuff off the extensive menu. too much on the menu to keep it all fresh i guess.",
        "dinner was wonderful here! the restaurant is crowded, but the service is quick and kind. the menu offers a plethora of sushi options, and all the ones our table tried were delicious. the waiter was attentive despite juggling multiple tables, and i absolutely savored each bite. this is a delicious and affordable place for your next sushi outing.",
        "this is by far my favorite place for inexpensive, quick sushi. i really enjoy their sushi buffet as well as their dinner selections at night. i would recommend their jalapeno tofu and the yellowtail sangria sushi roll. if you get the right server this place is great! i've been going for years now and i they still have some of the same servers. new ones are good too! definitely recommend this place if you are looking for something not too fancy but good enough to satisfy your taste for sushi.",
        "felt like sushi, but wasn't dressed up enough for one of the swanky joints. this place was perfect. we ordered 5 vegetarian rolls and paid around $ 17. i thoroughly enjoyed all of them except for the peanut roll. the peanut roll was really just peanuts in a roll. i thought maybe it would have some peanuts with something else, but no, just peanuts. everything else was delicious : avocado, teriyaki zucchini, coconut tofu, and something else. i do put a little sriracha sauce on everything, so maybe i just like the taste of that and could eat just about anything. either way, i thought it was very good, very affordable, and plan to go back.",
        "first time at ru san's and the sushi / sashimi was amazing. they provided a cucumber appetizer upon seating which was a great surprise. i ordered three pieces of yellow tail, two smoked salmon and one piece of scallop sashimi along with their kiss of fire roll. the kiss of fire is mix is tuna and salmon with avocado, topped with sriracha sauce. their wait staff are very friendly and welcoming. i'd give this place ten stars if i could!",
        "this is the best sushi i've ever enjoyed. although the wait for s table on saturday night was close to half an hour and akin to waiting to get into a club, the impressive menu, super friendly staff, and phenomenal food was well worth the wait. the sake selection is impressive, as are ru san's specialty rolls. for those who enjoy nigiri, an equally impressive selection is available, at a reasonable price, and is very high quality. pricing is actually less expensive than many \" wannabe \" sushi places. i'd give ru san's five stars if they could work out their wait list and waiting area issues.",
    ],
    "summary": "love this sushi place. some of the best sushi value in charlotte. they have a lunch buffet during the week which is a great deal if your hungry. my only complaint is cans of soda. if you drink more than a couple of soda that become costly. overall, i recommend this place for sushi to my charlotte friends."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great place for sushi. great ambiance though can get a bit noisy at times. the buffet is incredible.",
        "the only thing you need to know about ru san's : all you can eat sushi lunch buffet. the selection of rolls and sushi is neither varied or exceptional but for $ 10 you can't go wrong. ru san's definitely has the best bang for buck sushi in the area hands down!",
        "the best sushi in charlotte.... loud and rowdy but the food is outstanding. eddie the manager is awesome... always finds a place for me even when they are packed... you can't go wrong at rusan's.. charles h. jones",
        "ru san's is my default, dependable sushi spot in town. their prices are good and the quality is consistent. i like their power builder plates. it's easily enough for two people to share. ru san's won't knock your socks off but you'll leave happy every time. avoid coming during peak times because the wait can get scary long.",
        "hands down best sushi in charlotte. never had anything i didn't like here, fun atmosphere and the staff is very friendly. i recommend the japanese bagel roll tempura fried and the sake mojito. you will love it. never been to the buffet though, go for dinner for fresh sushi.",
        "delicious sushi. i'm sure they have something for everyone on the menu. i've visited ru san's multiple times and it is delicious every time. the drinks are priced extremely well for a restaurant in charlotte. the atmosphere is also great. only con would be the back area of the restaurant and the restrooms could use a little tlc.",
        "this place is fantastic. the sushi is fresh and the folks are so nice. if you go, you really have to try the twice cooked smoked salmon maki - it was fabulous. my fiance always get the cowboy maki. the miso soup is wonderful and they always have specials. the only reason it's not a 5 star is because they close from 230 - 430p and sometimes that's the perfect lunch time ( not a crowd ) but the place is so good, my fiance and i waited for an 1 / 2 hour until they re - opened. love this place!",
        "there is a negative. this is overall a nice establishment.... they try. but i did not like the ramen noodles here at all. they were not anything like japanese ramen noodles. i've never had random veggies like zucchini and bell pepper in japanese ramen noodles before. i'll keep waiting for authentic in charlotte.",
    ],
    "summary": "i go about once a week. the sushi is fantastic and you can't beat the lunch buffet price. friday's at noon is a bad idea though. it's so crowded you can't get in the door and the food gets gobbled up almost as fast as they can put it out. they are usually pretty fast about getting more done though. so final word, avoid friday lunch, but a must go for lunch any other day."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "it was ok. it took forever to get our food which was 4 rolls & an entree. when it did come the entree was the wrong one. the american roll had a lot of rice on that tower w / the flag. tempura was tempura & everything was what would be expected from a dynamite, rainbow & one of the specialty rolls.",
        "lunch buffet is 13 dollars including tax. i feel either food is salty or blend. it's too bad, since it provides chinese food as well. overall, it is little below average quality in my opinion. this review only pertains to lunch buffet.",
        "good was great my tummy is very happy. staff was slammed so service could be better. line out the door before it even opened and through our entire meal days something about the quality",
        "another cheap sushi buffet place. my friends were all praise abt this place before i tried it myself. sushi is below average but worth the buffet price. filled my hungry stomach but not satisfied with taste. for three, bill was $ 29. 15 on saturday lunch buffet, which is cheap.",
        "i wasn't a big fan. the sushi was ok. i've had so much better. i just wasn't impressed with the quality of sushi. the staff was nice though. i probably won't be returning but everything is always worth a try",
        "the appetizers are great but the sushi is unimpressive. the rolls are huge with mostly rice. flavor is ok. i will only go for appetizers. much better sushi places around town.",
        "i like this place a lot. i had a bad experience once where my order was incorrect and i was there over 2 hours arguing with the server who stated the manger was too busy to come speak to our table. it was very unpleasant. however, i have been there many other times and had a fine time. so maybe just a bad night? food is really good. i would probably still go back because i like the food so much.",
        "the price was fair and the atmosphere is well... interesting. that is about all i can say. the sushi was terrible! if you like fried rolls with cream cheese and random other bits shoved in with overpowering sauce, then this is the place for you! however, if you crave fresh finely cut pieces of fish, go somewhere else. i got a roll in which there was chewy connective tissue still attached! what kind of half cocked \" sushi \" places allows that to happen. to leave on a positive note, the service was quick.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place seems overrated by yelpers because the food is very americanized. they try to stuff you up by deep frying the sushi and stuffing it with cream cheese. the service had no room to be terrible because it was very minimal. the waiter never got to us so we had to ask two random waiters there twice for drinks. no greeting or good bye. i do like how the sushi is very fresh and it's cheap."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "best blt sandwich i've had. unfortunately, the service was so - so, the only thing that kept me from rating 5 stars. fresh squeezed juices are excellent, overall experience was above average and we would come back.",
        "we had the cobb salad, we were staying away from carbs that day. very nice place and the salad was good, not great, but its a breakfast place. great atmosphere, service a little on the slow side, we were there at 1130 am. we will return for breakfast.",
        "i really enjoyed eating at the breakfast club. they have a lot of breakfast options and they are all huge portions. the food was flavorful and i really liked that my omelette came with large chunks of fresh fruit. overall this was a fun place to come to in scottsdale with pretty good food.",
        "solid 3. 5 stars for this place, everything you can expect to find a breakfast place. our breakfasts were decent, i did not particularly enjoy the sauce on the portobello benedict but overall our experience was good due to the awesome service",
        "good place for breakfast, brunch or even lunch. the breakfast club is a trendy little restaurant located right in old town scottsdale, so be advised that this isn't the place you come looking like crap after rolling out of bed. be prepared for a long wait too, especially on the weekends. but there are plenty of guys and girls to spend your time looking at, so that might help the wait go by for your table. i've had the breakfast burrito and the veggie omelette - both were delicious. they serve them with potatoes and fruit, but you can rarely finish everything because the portions are pretty big.",
        "i ordered the quick start loaded breakfast, and overall the meal was delicious. i especially enjoyed the potatoes o'brien and applewood bacon! the only negative comment i have is the scrambled eggs were over cooked for my taste. i will definitely order the meal again, but ask for the eggs scrambled lightly. good coffee too!",
        "the challah bread french toast was unique. a good menu with items that are not associated with the normal \" breakfast place. \" busy place but efficient and friendly. i would love to go back again if i make it back in the area from chicago.",
        "well, had a awesome breakfast this morning. good service, friendly face and awesome view off the patio. i would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for a good breakfast or lunch menu.",
    ],
    "summary": "food was great, if you go on a weekend, expect a wait! our service was good and the food was rather quick for how busy they were. my husband and i were trying to eat healthy and were able to modify our orders for what we wanted. i would suggest going here for brunch or breakfast! a good tip, if you want to avoid the line, download the nowait app, as they are on there, it saved us 45mins of waiting."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is great. the service has always been wonderful. the food is outstanding. the coffee is amazing. i love the atmosphere, great big windows to look at the bustling downtown area. my favorite breakfast spot to go to. prices are very fair. the only legitimate complaints people have is that it gets busy. well it's busy for a reason, so if you have the time it's worth the wait.",
        "i loved this place. great atmosphere, great design and decor, great crowd, and great employees. i kept coming here every morning it was so good. the thick bacon was amazing, and i appreciate the small serving of fruit they include. all the food was tasty and ample. very good quality ingredients. parking around back is a little tight and tricky. get here early on the weekends or you'll have a bit of a wait unless you want to sit at the counter. definitely go!",
        "i was excited to try the food here due to the mixed reviews! recommended by my inlaws and well worth it! apparently in the summer months no one is busy in scottsdale so we came in about 9 : 30am and were quickly seated by a cheerful server. i ordered the grilled cheese breakfast sandwich which was absolutely amazing. no complaints at all! i ordered the mimosa which tasted like only oj, meh. i ordered a side of fresh fruit and it was delicious and ripe slices of watermelon, honey dew, cantaloupe and pineapple, mmmm! i had a great experience here, i hope you do too!",
        "this is the first time being here. awesome food! i had the bagel and lox. my husband had the whole hog omelet. it was amazing!! or waitress emily is very attentive, always making sure my husband had plenty of coffee. i had the black ice tea. this is a must for breakfast. we only had a ten minute wait. come and enjoy you won't be sorry!",
        "party of 7 - all delighted with our individual choices for breakfast. service was exemplary. food was delicious. price was reasonable. there was a 30 minute wait on a sunday morning. it was worth the wait. various choices at our table included omelettes, pancakes, french toast, eggs over easy and country gravy over eggs on muffin most breakfast choices came with delicious potatoes. no one had a complaint - except the portions were overwhelming. coffee was great tasting. highly recommended.",
        "excellent on every level! only had the breakfast burrito, so perfect. service was outstanding. iced coffee was delicious. lime biked to bc and enjoyed a solo breakfast at the counter. it was fun to witness all the people popping in to place takeout orders... the staff knew everyone by name. super cool spot! i simply love scottsdale!",
        "crazy good breakfast. great service. worth every minute of a wait. get the masa platter thing... i don't remember the exact name but it has a masa based pancake thing. it's super good. you go, guy / girl / corporate conglomerate. you got this breakfast thing down.",
        "wow! amazing breakfast place so much variety! love the vibes lots of people and energy yet casual and fun. enjoyed sitting at the bar if you don't want to wait for a table. we loved the huevos con masa, the cornbread was delicious. the french toast was some of the best i have ever had! panacake was good but french toast much better. orange juice was a little bitter maybe due to season.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is awesome. food was great. was seated right away. food came out fast. my server was new, her name is rachel. what an amazing server. when my food hit the table she was right there asking me if everything is how i like it. great great great server. if you go to breakfast club to eat asked to be seated with her and you will have the best experience"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "pass. hard to say if this should be 2 or 3 stars but aside from the great patio seating, this place is very much mediocre. i got the salmon benedict and i can't recall what my husband ordered, so that should count for something. we're big yelpers and tend to take photos of our meals, but this experience didn't warrant that. the menu is pretty standard but won't knock you out of the park. i'd suggest exploring elsewhere for a more \" brunch and mimosas \" outside type of place, of which there are plenty along this road.",
        "breakfast club was a nice breakfast spot in oldtown scottsdale. they have a good menu with quality breakfast items that were reasonably priced. the food was good, nothing special however. when i ordered coffee, it came out cold, but the waitress replaced it quickly. the staff was friendly but service was average. overall it was good, but nothing special. good spot to bring co - workers or friends. oh there might be a little wait early morning and during lunch time.",
        "you'll have better luck getting a table at dorsia than here. but when you do the food is good and the service is good.",
        "been here a couple of times and the food's been good each time. have had a couple of breakfast entrees and also had the chicken sandwich on a wheat bagel that was good. the service i've received hasn't been very good and the wait staff aren't very friendly.",
        "nice bright lively place service was fast and friendly. however, the food was rushed omelette was good sized but veggies inside were cold and omelette under cooked. order was wrong and coffee cold not a good performance for a usually solid place",
        "we had a fine brunch but it was nothing to write home about. we will not be back to have breakfast or brunch here. it was nice to have some vegan options though! service was great.",
        "great atmosphere. seating took a bit but we held out even though there seemed to be a lot of open seats. food wasn't that impressive. we both had the eggs benedict. it wasn't awful - - but wasn't stunning either. it was close to our hotel so it was a good location - - i'd probably give it another shot but would try something else.",
        "great atmosphere in the heart of scottsdale! also the service was great and very fast paced. i must say though that the food is just average and no different than any other breakfast joint. nothing stood out that said \" wow \" i must wait for a long time to nourish my body with that goodness. unfortunately, just average breakfast fare. on the upside you can use the yelp app to be put on the waitlist to reduce your wait time before you even get to the restaurant. all in all, its not bad. just average.",
    ],
    "summary": "after hearing great things about the breakfast club, i have now eaten here a couple of times and can't quite grasp what everyone enjoys so much. the food is decent, but not worth the price you are paying. also is crowded and noisy, especially on the patio which is right next to scottsdale road. the food will satisfy, but doesn't really go above and beyond or will make you want to continue to go back."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have been going to rusans for 6 years and have tried about every other sushi bar in town. rusans is my favorite. i go for dinner with my wife on friday nights around 9 pm. we can get a spot at the sushi bar and know all the chiefs. my favorite are spicy scallop hand rolls, torro hand rolls. all thte different special rolls and nigiri. they also have good korean kimchee, it goes well with sliced tuna or octopus. the prices are good the suhi chiefs are great and the owners are wonderful thank you hata and kim!!",
        "best sushi in charlotte! i'm a southern california transplant and this is good! we're so happy to have found this place. the fish is fresh! the rolls are awesome! i've been here 6 months and was worried i would never get good sushi in nc. ru - sans is amazing!",
        "i came with a co - worker that couldn't stop bragging about how good the sushi was so i tried for myself. she was right. 1. good sanitation score!!! 2. the food was fresh and very plentiful! 3. our server was extremely patient with me and helped me through picking out a perfect meal. i'll definitely go back!!",
        "i loved it! it was saturday afternoon i just wanted takeout bit i ended up staying for the buffet. it was more then enough food for me. i sat at the bar and chowed down i was in sushi heaven! i enjoyed the yelling from the bar which i asked and it means thank you! it's not alert the hostess silly previous poster. the soda thing is annoying but too much isn't good for you anyways. i an definitely going back!",
        "came here on a saturday. sushi was excellent, the food prep area was extremely clean and they were well staffed. we ordered the krystal rainbow roll ( which i liked because it is made without octopus ), garden lavash roll ( wrapped in rice paper and comes in 4 pieces ), salmon maki and the exotic roll which has mango inside and a chili aioli. everything was delicious! the prices were extremely reasonable and the service was decent. they don't serve saki or beer which was disappointing. regardless, i will definitely be back.",
        "great food and great service. our server was michael h, very prompt and good personality. he has a lot of knowledge on the menu and ingredients for someone with gluten allergies. one down side was when my food came out i could barely see the plate because it was so steamy. steam was coming straight in my face as i stirred my meal. great restaurant. will return with friends from out of town very soon!",
        "now that i'm living just down the street, i've started stopping into this place. made my way over last friday evening w / my daughter for a quick bite. the place was packed but we got a seat right away at the bar. huge selection of sushi. friendly staff. i tried the chipotle roll. nice little kick and very tasty. wasn't as big of a fan of the rich and famous roll. my daughter enjoyed her veggie rolls too. it's a little loud in there especially when the chefs start banging their knives on the counter. not sure what that's about but it was interesting none the less. glad this place is so close, i'll be back for sure.",
        "cousins took me to this all you can eat sushi buffet. it was remarkable! everything was delicious, you can even get miso soup, they had spring rolls, along with making yourself a ginger salad to go with your meal. the variety of susgi they had was amazing, and their service was excellent! would 100 % go back. plus the price was very reasonable!",
    ],
    "summary": "this is by far my favorite place for inexpensive, quick sushi. i really enjoy their sushi buffet as well as their dinner selections at night. i would recommend their jalapeno tofu and the yellowtail sangria sushi roll. if you get the right server this place is great! i've been going for years now and i they still have some of the same servers. new ones are good too! definitely recommend this place if you are looking for something not too fancy but good enough to satisfy your taste for sushi."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is amazing. it's a little crowded around the times for which i would normally eat, but the wait is never too long. everybody is always friendly and i've never had a problem with the service. the food is fantastic! huge in proportion ( in my opinion, but i also don't eat large meals anyway ). i've had the french toast, eggs benedict and pancakes, all of which were amazing ; very flavorful and definitely worth the extra buck.",
        "breakfast starts with fresh squeezed juice of your choice and the orange juice is fantastic liquid sunshine! today i had the ham bene and it is so tasty complete w potatoes and fresh fruit! hubby had the best blueberry waffle yesterday. a comfortable walk from our hotel. we love it here",
        "we had brekky here on sunday morn. it was a small wait which i filled the time enjoying the awesome bloody mary i ordered. the egg benedict was the best ever and i loved the obrians. i recently moved here from seattle wa and am a chef who has been in search of a fave place for breakfast, i think i found it. it is a noisy bustling place so you have to be able to hang.",
        "i was dying to try this place after seeing such great reviews. tried in october but they were closed so was really bummed. when friends came into for spring training i was so excited to see it open and busy. first off - - holla for challah french toast! ( a must order!! ) second - - i love that they have a coffee bar, where you can wait for your table with a latte. third - - it's a nice spacious place with patio seating right off of n. scottsdale road..... and definitely a nice spot for people watching.",
        "we found this place on yelp and it was only blocks from our hotel. the food and service was excellent. our server's name should be \" chipper \", she was so prompt and friendly, definitely a morning person. our entire experience was very pleasant. i highly recommend it. and don't miss out on the fresh squeezed juice.",
        "we go here for the breakfast / brunch. everything taste good and there mimosas are off the chain!! yummy.. bacon is really good. they give large amounts of food, u never leave hungry ur pretty much set for the day. i like both locations scottsdale and downtown. the only thing is wait!! it can be like an hour long but it pretty worth it at both locations. if u want a great breakfast and nice drinks go here. love this place.",
        "brilliant, and possibly my second favorite breakfast place in scottsdale now. the food was exceedingly yummy, the service was excellent, the price was totally right on, and it's in the middle of town. what's not to love? i did ding it a star for the 25 minute wait we had to get in, but consider that simple logistics... be warned that this is a very popular spot to eat, so if you want solitude, you're going to the wrong place.",
        "the breakfast club was a great choice for eating breakfast on our stay in arizona. our party of 6 went in a busy saturday, but the bc was on top if it's game. the coffee bar was great for while you were waiting for a table. when we ordered and got our food, it was tasty and delicious. everything was great for breakfast, even the drinks from the bar. highly recommend.",
    ],
    "summary": "when its busy on a weekday morning, its a good sign. even with it being busy we were seated right away. the waitress was prompt and we had our drinks right away. i ordered the huevos rancheros and it didn't disappoint. i have nothing negative to say. the food and service was great!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well",
        "love the decor in here. the cork tabletop is a genius idea. it prevent loud nosies from the board games. i have to say, i'd never seen so many board games all in one place in my life. it's actually quiet in here even with people doing their own thing. there were two people talking on their phones on business calls i believe. usually those people are so annoyingly loud. very surprisingly quiet. we ordered the salted caramel latte and double shot of espresso. the drinks are tasty. better quality than starbucks i would have to say. we'll be coming back. = d",
        "this is the most wonderful cafe i have ever been to! why? because its the best of both worlds, boardgames and homemade pistachio lattes!!! but one of the greatest things about this place is their customer service, the staff and owner jupiter especially, always show my friends and family a funnn time by recommending us new games and actually showing us step by step how to play! i think its what sets them apart from other cafes, the way they take their time to help and it shows how much they care about their customers, you definitely won't regret giving them a visit ( ( ( :",
        "fair trade coffee and in house roast beans. they have a wonderful arraignment of drinks. all of their lattes are great. they make their own pistachio milk for one of their lattes which is one of my top drinks from here. my toddler loves their sourdough bread grill cheese. the owner and employees are very friendly and helpful. it's a great place to play games for all ages. they have so much selection, it's hard to figure out which game to play first. games are free to play as long as you order a drink. we have quality family game nights here, it's a great place for family's and groups of any size.",
        "new to the southwest and super stoked to have this quaint coffee house with a cool, chill vibe that emphasis their love for board games - - yes - - actual board games! nice clean vintage decor. check it out. they have almond and rice milk as well for the non - dairy enthusiasts. love the various flavors and concoctions they offer. great coffee!!! gonna love having this as a hangout to work and get some board game time in.",
        "i finally visited ground swell, and it was awesome! the coffee shop had 100's of unique games to rent out and play, and even scheduled game nights. i had the \" soap \" a lavender and cardamom infused iced milk latte. the barista added a little blueberry and it was amazing. my husband had the el paco tea, it was delicious and tasted a little spicy! yummy. definitely recommend this place.",
        "cam in the other day and was pleasantly surprised! really cute and rooms of fun looking games. ordered espresso on ice and jazzed it up a bit. really good espresso. took my kiddo a cookie and it was amazing! owner was working and recommended it. i'll be back for sure.",
        "great little coffee shop! went here for date night with the hubs. nice look and feel. love the cork tables. funny clever menu items. mostly coffee drinks and tea. some snacks and sweets. i had an iced green tea. hubs had the swoll salted caramel late. he \" loved it, it was wonderful. \" they had a huge selection of board games and card games to choose from. we played the \" mr. toast game \" and \" don't get bit. \" there were so many games that we would love to play next time. we had a really nice time and will be back",
    ],
    "summary": "one of my favorite places to go on my day off! grab all your friends and come here! they have so many board games to choose from and they legitimately have bad ass coffee and bad ass board games! no lie in the name. jupiter is the best! and he's the owner! meet him and what he created when you come to groundswell!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "stopped in for the lunch buffet. the food was fresh and the service was good. lots of choices even for the non sushi eater. most of the food is labeled even has the time out of the kitchen! great choice for lunch.",
        "very good sushi. enjoyable. the wait was shorter than we were told. extensive menu. a ton of choices. would go back.",
        "came here on a saturday. sushi was excellent, the food prep area was extremely clean and they were well staffed. we ordered the krystal rainbow roll ( which i liked because it is made without octopus ), garden lavash roll ( wrapped in rice paper and comes in 4 pieces ), salmon maki and the exotic roll which has mango inside and a chili aioli. everything was delicious! the prices were extremely reasonable and the service was decent. they don't serve saki or beer which was disappointing. regardless, i will definitely be back.",
        "this sushi place had so many options. with over eight pages of options, you can get whatever you wish for. the place was so so crowded, but the service was incredible. our food came out so quickly and our waiter was so kind despite the busyness. i really enjoyed this place because of the affordability, ambience, and amazing sushi variety!!",
        "i came with a co - worker that couldn't stop bragging about how good the sushi was so i tried for myself. she was right. 1. good sanitation score!!! 2. the food was fresh and very plentiful! 3. our server was extremely patient with me and helped me through picking out a perfect meal. i'll definitely go back!!",
        "i have been going to rusans for 6 years and have tried about every other sushi bar in town. rusans is my favorite. i go for dinner with my wife on friday nights around 9 pm. we can get a spot at the sushi bar and know all the chiefs. my favorite are spicy scallop hand rolls, torro hand rolls. all thte different special rolls and nigiri. they also have good korean kimchee, it goes well with sliced tuna or octopus. the prices are good the suhi chiefs are great and the owners are wonderful thank you hata and kim!!",
        "now that i'm living just down the street, i've started stopping into this place. made my way over last friday evening w / my daughter for a quick bite. the place was packed but we got a seat right away at the bar. huge selection of sushi. friendly staff. i tried the chipotle roll. nice little kick and very tasty. wasn't as big of a fan of the rich and famous roll. my daughter enjoyed her veggie rolls too. it's a little loud in there especially when the chefs start banging their knives on the counter. not sure what that's about but it was interesting none the less. glad this place is so close, i'll be back for sure.",
        "this is by far my favorite place for inexpensive, quick sushi. i really enjoy their sushi buffet as well as their dinner selections at night. i would recommend their jalapeno tofu and the yellowtail sangria sushi roll. if you get the right server this place is great! i've been going for years now and i they still have some of the same servers. new ones are good too! definitely recommend this place if you are looking for something not too fancy but good enough to satisfy your taste for sushi.",
    ],
    "summary": "i loved it! it was saturday afternoon i just wanted takeout bit i ended up staying for the buffet. it was more then enough food for me. i sat at the bar and chowed down i was in sushi heaven! i enjoyed the yelling from the bar which i asked and it means thank you! it's not alert the hostess silly previous poster. the soda thing is annoying but too much isn't good for you anyways. i an definitely going back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i finally visited ground swell, and it was awesome! the coffee shop had 100's of unique games to rent out and play, and even scheduled game nights. i had the \" soap \" a lavender and cardamom infused iced milk latte. the barista added a little blueberry and it was amazing. my husband had the el paco tea, it was delicious and tasted a little spicy! yummy. definitely recommend this place.",
        "such a cool spot! our barista was knowledgeable and incredibly sweet, took the time to help us pick the perfect drink and succeeded! definitely recommend the chocolate raspberry latte ( white chocolate ) hot! sooooo good. owner was around lending a hand and took time to ask us about our experience and shared a little bit about his venture into the coffee shop business, rad dude. recommend 10 / 10. great place to play board games. so. many. options.",
        "love the whole coffee board games concept. selection of games were good. very easy to spend hours there. coffee was also good. the best part about this place is the people who work there. every time i've gone, workers have been friendly and they go out of the way to recommend new games to play. they'll sit there and teach you. god knows i hate reading directions lol.",
        "i love this place!! first off, cutest place ever. second, the coffee is amazing and i never drunk coffee. third, the workers there are so nice and personable. i recommend the pistachio latte cold or ask for the samoa girl scout cookie blended drink ( the girl said it wasn't on the menu ). both were delicious the place itself is cute with all the wood and string lights, as well as the games which you can now play for free. and the karaoke night was so smart!!",
        "great little coffee shop! went here for date night with the hubs. nice look and feel. love the cork tables. funny clever menu items. mostly coffee drinks and tea. some snacks and sweets. i had an iced green tea. hubs had the swoll salted caramel late. he \" loved it, it was wonderful. \" they had a huge selection of board games and card games to choose from. we played the \" mr. toast game \" and \" don't get bit. \" there were so many games that we would love to play next time. we had a really nice time and will be back",
        "we came here on a sunday afternoon with a group of friends and they were gonna close in an hour, the manager was very welcoming! we ordered drinks and she gave us 2 hours of free gameplay of a wide selection of board games! i ordered a drip coffee that was really good brewed at the perfect strength. my friends ordered the almond rocha, the emilio tea, and an iced peppermint white chocolate. i sampled theirs and they were all good!! while we were playing this game, the manager saw how much fun we were having and told us we can stay while she closed and cleaned up, her service was top notch!! i would most defiantly come back",
        "such a fun interactive coffee shop. i got the \" bath bomb \" tea and it was such an interesting drink, thought i would try something new. they have a wide assortment of games and you could stay there for hours! such a fun first date idea or just a great place to get together with friends and socialize. will recommend and come back again!",
        "man all their drinks are good! i had a sample of the honey milk tea and i have to say that it's the best i've ever tasted, especially in a city that has so many boba places with honey milk tea! two drinks i recommend are the white chocolate almond roca and chocolate covered raspberry! as for teas, their dirty paco is so good and original! some of their teas have nice hawaiian flavors and influence! go check them out!",
    ],
    "summary": "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "okay so i'm a sucker for board games and chill atmospheres and this place is just 10 / 10!!! service was wonderful! the server was extremely sweet and kind and patiently explained all the drinks for me!!! i liked the liquid gold tea ( tasted like a honey comb, imo ). i want to try the other drinks when i come back!! definitely supportive of this cute local business and would love to come back again! : )",
        "love the concept of having a latte or tea and playing board games. very kid friendly!! especially when your children see games they love to play!! $ 2. 50 for kids to play any board games and adults $ 5. i love this better than video games!! plus you can't miss the charging station that says hang up the phone bro, its game night!! great place to hang out with friends. the coffee here is legit and not to mention the arnold schwartzen palmer ( twist on a classic black tea lemonade infused with a sweet, sour, and salty li - hing plum powder!!! my new fav!!",
        "found groundswell via groupon. 2 drinks and 2hrs game play for $ 22. coffee : 5 / 5 phenomenal. i got the peppermint mocha. espresso was legit! peppetmint flavor was on point. games : 5 / 5. all the classic / popular games are there monopoly, risk, cards against humanity settlers of catan, etc. some games were brand new. like colonist which was settlers of catan on steriods. ambience : hipster 10 / 10 highly recommend and would return.",
        "great idea and they use averys roastery for their coffee! that means the coffee is yummy! the customer service is great! they just need to grow a little! support them, they deserve it! i highly recommend an aeropress!",
        "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well",
        "just went here today and i had an amazing time experiencing the nostalgia of playing the board games that took over most of my childhood. my boyfriend got the honey green milk tea and he said that he really enjoyed it. i ordered the geisha latte which is made with white chocolate and matcha and i also tried their white peppermint latte which i really recommend. the customer service was fantastic. they assist you with how to play any of their board games when you feel like trying one you've never played before. there was also no wait after i ordered my drink.",
        "me and my fiance love this place! fantastic environment, perfect for friends night or family night. hundreds of games to choose from! and their specialty pistachio drink is bomb af! i recommend checking this place out!",
        "wow. what a cool concept. the vibe is like being in the comfort of a home ; a very cool home with chill music and sooo many cool board games. i didn't play board games. i just sat and sipped my incredible blueberry lavender latte. amazing concept, very chill, eclectic environment and the latte is life changing. i found my new hangout.",
    ],
    "summary": "man all their drinks are good! i had a sample of the honey milk tea and i have to say that it's the best i've ever tasted, especially in a city that has so many boba places with honey milk tea! two drinks i recommend are the white chocolate almond roca and chocolate covered raspberry! as for teas, their dirty paco is so good and original! some of their teas have nice hawaiian flavors and influence! go check them out!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "incredible coffee! when i wasn't sure what to order, ( pre - coffee brain ), the barista shared his favorites and helped me choose. the pistachio latte is delicious! they use pistachio infused milk that they make in - house. the vibe here is so fun and approachable! it would be easy to be productive and get work done orrrr get distracted with the huge board game selection... depending on what you're after. i'm already looking forward to my next visit! thanks!",
        "okay so i'm a sucker for board games and chill atmospheres and this place is just 10 / 10!!! service was wonderful! the server was extremely sweet and kind and patiently explained all the drinks for me!!! i liked the liquid gold tea ( tasted like a honey comb, imo ). i want to try the other drinks when i come back!! definitely supportive of this cute local business and would love to come back again! : )",
        "such a fun interactive coffee shop. i got the \" bath bomb \" tea and it was such an interesting drink, thought i would try something new. they have a wide assortment of games and you could stay there for hours! such a fun first date idea or just a great place to get together with friends and socialize. will recommend and come back again!",
        "we came here on a sunday and it was an hour before closing. we ordered drinks and got 2 hours of free gameplay! the manager saw how much fun we were having so she allowed us to stay while she was cleaning and finishing up closing up. very kind! we all loved our drinks. we ordered the emilio, which was a crowd favorite, almond roca iced and white peppermint iced. very good!",
        "man all their drinks are good! i had a sample of the honey milk tea and i have to say that it's the best i've ever tasted, especially in a city that has so many boba places with honey milk tea! two drinks i recommend are the white chocolate almond roca and chocolate covered raspberry! as for teas, their dirty paco is so good and original! some of their teas have nice hawaiian flavors and influence! go check them out!",
        "i finally visited ground swell, and it was awesome! the coffee shop had 100's of unique games to rent out and play, and even scheduled game nights. i had the \" soap \" a lavender and cardamom infused iced milk latte. the barista added a little blueberry and it was amazing. my husband had the el paco tea, it was delicious and tasted a little spicy! yummy. definitely recommend this place.",
        "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well",
        "love the decor in here. the cork tabletop is a genius idea. it prevent loud nosies from the board games. i have to say, i'd never seen so many board games all in one place in my life. it's actually quiet in here even with people doing their own thing. there were two people talking on their phones on business calls i believe. usually those people are so annoyingly loud. very surprisingly quiet. we ordered the salted caramel latte and double shot of espresso. the drinks are tasty. better quality than starbucks i would have to say. we'll be coming back. = d",
    ],
    "summary": "cam in the other day and was pleasantly surprised! really cute and rooms of fun looking games. ordered espresso on ice and jazzed it up a bit. really good espresso. took my kiddo a cookie and it was amazing! owner was working and recommended it. i'll be back for sure."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "iced pistachio latte. love at first sip. that is all. lol just kidding, but seriously it is one of the best pistachio drinks i've ever had. the espresso in it isn't overpowering and you can really taste the pistachio milk, it's so delicious. i live 35 minutes away from here and would drive here just for this drink! besides that this place is super cute! they have a phone charging wall and a great selection of board games that you can play and some that you can buy. definitely a good place to hangout with friends or study.",
        "try the raspberry truffle latte here. it's seriously addicting. and not too sweet either. this is my new favorite coffee shop in town. my sister usually gets the pistachio latte. apparently they make their own pistachio nut milk in house and it's non dairy by default which is a plus since i hate milk. they have tons of table top and board games here so it's a great environment to hang with friends.",
        "i finally visited ground swell, and it was awesome! the coffee shop had 100's of unique games to rent out and play, and even scheduled game nights. i had the \" soap \" a lavender and cardamom infused iced milk latte. the barista added a little blueberry and it was amazing. my husband had the el paco tea, it was delicious and tasted a little spicy! yummy. definitely recommend this place.",
        "this is my favorite cafe to go to! they have so many board games to choose from and the coffees are delicious! the salted caramel and almond roca are some of my favorites. what i loved about this place is that during our first visit, the barista rj asked if we wanted any games demoed and we ended up playing for an hour with him and we learned a bunch of fun games. jupiter is the owner and he's super nice! for the most part whenever we visit, he's always there greeting us and making game suggestions. i've brought multiple friends here and they've all loved it. definitely love this place and will continue going here!",
        "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well",
        "fair trade coffee and in house roast beans. they have a wonderful arraignment of drinks. all of their lattes are great. they make their own pistachio milk for one of their lattes which is one of my top drinks from here. my toddler loves their sourdough bread grill cheese. the owner and employees are very friendly and helpful. it's a great place to play games for all ages. they have so much selection, it's hard to figure out which game to play first. games are free to play as long as you order a drink. we have quality family game nights here, it's a great place for family's and groups of any size.",
        "i made a yelp account just to write a review on how amazing i think this place was when i went to go try it out. the interior is very cutely designed and even the restroom has adorable doodles on the walls. the customer service was fantastic with really pleasant attitudes and the desire to assist customers with any questions regarding the board game they are playing. i will definitely return here to study or just have a chill night out with friends. i played risk for the first time here and i am absolutely obsessed with the game. i tried the geisha latte and the annie palmer and really enjoyed them.",
        "this is seriously the coolest coffee shop. not only is the pistachio iced latte amazing but the amount of board games here is crazy! there's literally something for everyone here. plenty of large tables to bring a group and play games on. super clean and friendly place. jupiter is the coolest guy. most of the games are from his own personal collection. when i come back to town i'll definitely be bringing my niece here!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is my favorite new spot. they have a huge variety of games that give you hours of fun. my favorite drink is the el paco. ask for it dirty. it's refreshing and delicious. the staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable. overall i would recommend this place to everyone"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "very awesome place to come with friends and play different board games! after visiting i actually picked up a couple of games to play with friends at home too! they offer really good coffee and pastries. the owner is also exceptionally kind and even offered to teach some of the games to my group of friends. they also had a deal where games were no charge. definitely recommend coming here if you want a fun and relax place to hang out with friends! also be sure to support them well",
        "this place is my favorite new spot. they have a huge variety of games that give you hours of fun. my favorite drink is the el paco. ask for it dirty. it's refreshing and delicious. the staff are super friendly and very knowledgeable. overall i would recommend this place to everyone",
        "groundswell is a cute affordable cafe that offers free board games with your coffee and pastries. they're inside decoration is a total vibe, a perfect place to take a date or a group of friends. my personal favorite is the raspberry milk tea, the creamy ness reminds me of some delicious tai tea and i can't get enough! come and bring all your friends",
        "honey milk tea!!!! hands down, best in vegas!! they come up with signature drinks that are all a must try. have you ever heard of a board game cafe?? me neither! until groundswell! you can chill with a yummy drink and pick a fun game to play... they even have folks that will come give you a game tutorial! come check this place out, you won't regret it.",
        "such a fun interactive coffee shop. i got the \" bath bomb \" tea and it was such an interesting drink, thought i would try something new. they have a wide assortment of games and you could stay there for hours! such a fun first date idea or just a great place to get together with friends and socialize. will recommend and come back again!",
        "iced pistachio latte. love at first sip. that is all. lol just kidding, but seriously it is one of the best pistachio drinks i've ever had. the espresso in it isn't overpowering and you can really taste the pistachio milk, it's so delicious. i live 35 minutes away from here and would drive here just for this drink! besides that this place is super cute! they have a phone charging wall and a great selection of board games that you can play and some that you can buy. definitely a good place to hangout with friends or study.",
        "i work near this location and was anxiously awaiting their opening. the staff is friendly and helpful. the drinks are tasty and there is a great selection of games to play in a clean, neat space. stop in and support this local business!",
        "i made a yelp account just to write a review on how amazing i think this place was when i went to go try it out. the interior is very cutely designed and even the restroom has adorable doodles on the walls. the customer service was fantastic with really pleasant attitudes and the desire to assist customers with any questions regarding the board game they are playing. i will definitely return here to study or just have a chill night out with friends. i played risk for the first time here and i am absolutely obsessed with the game. i tried the geisha latte and the annie palmer and really enjoyed them.",
    ],
    "summary": "absolutely in love with this place. my best friend and i have brought other groups of friends here and everyone always has a great time. i also come here alone to study sometimes. it's a great environment and the staff always does a good job. my favorite drink to get is liquid gold, a milk tea."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "unbelievable. best service and steak and eggs in town. it is my new go to spot for breakfast. i like sitting at the counter. you get 3 eggs and fried potatoes laced with peppers and onions ; along with a good sized steak cooked to perfection. the mocha coffee was also amazing. love this place.",
        "best breakfast in scottsdale!! just make sure you get there early because there is typically a wait. servers are amazing and food is delicious! can't beat the price and the food and beverage selection! def recommend everyone to eat here. i always order the juevos rancheros because it's the bomb!!",
        "this place is amazing. the food is really tasty and delicious. one of the reasons why i love this place is the gravy is sooo good i ordered biscuits gravy and it was so fabulous. actually we ordered mocha and it was so goood. i absolutely will come there again.",
        "great spot for breakfast in the trendy east hollywood neighborhood of scottsdale. hands down best mimosas due to the temperature and the fresh squeezed oj. staff is extremely friendly and service is top notch. the burrito bowl is excellent, as is the huevos rancheros. their omelettes are galactic, overflowing off the plate. fresh fruit is fresh - now there's a statement. coffee is a little bland, but the beauty of the arizona desert more than makes up for that. get a mimosa.",
        "casual breakfasts.... location : perfect if staying in scottsdale. interior : great layout. tables and a great bar area. staff : very cute and friendly. attentive and seems like the locals love them. food : healthy and large portions. great for the hungry and the healthy. if in town.... go",
        "they are all so amazing!! the food was delicious and the service phenomenal!! mark is the best and we had jayme as our server and she was so helpful and thoughtful! we had a large group of ladies and they handled us well! thank you breakfast club!! if you are ever in scottsdale you must come here!!",
        "i stopped here on a friday morning around 11 : 00am and it wasn't too busy. food was absolutely delicious but it is a bit pricey - - although worth it. the orange juice was the best i have ever had but it was $ 4 a glass ( no free refills ). i had the steak & eggs which came with fresh fruit and potatoes. everything was super yummy. will definitely be going back. for two people it was about $ 50 - $ 60 ( $ 16 of that were drinks ).",
        "this is a top - notch place to stop for breakfast or lunch. their breakfast menu is huge and their food is absolutely great. the wait staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is great and has the option for outdoor seating. prices here are very reasonable. they even use real maple syrup instead of fake stuff. that was awesome.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is located in old scottsdale and was so convenient to our hotel. it's packed so be patient. i sat at the counter. the menu is somewhat limited but it's all good. portions are just right. the staff is young and energetic. very helpful with pointing out where other things to do were so early in the morning. i'll be back."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is awesome. food was great. was seated right away. food came out fast. my server was new, her name is rachel. what an amazing server. when my food hit the table she was right there asking me if everything is how i like it. great great great server. if you go to breakfast club to eat asked to be seated with her and you will have the best experience",
        "i was excited to try the food here due to the mixed reviews! recommended by my inlaws and well worth it! apparently in the summer months no one is busy in scottsdale so we came in about 9 : 30am and were quickly seated by a cheerful server. i ordered the grilled cheese breakfast sandwich which was absolutely amazing. no complaints at all! i ordered the mimosa which tasted like only oj, meh. i ordered a side of fresh fruit and it was delicious and ripe slices of watermelon, honey dew, cantaloupe and pineapple, mmmm! i had a great experience here, i hope you do too!",
        "this is the first time being here. awesome food! i had the bagel and lox. my husband had the whole hog omelet. it was amazing!! or waitress emily is very attentive, always making sure my husband had plenty of coffee. i had the black ice tea. this is a must for breakfast. we only had a ten minute wait. come and enjoy you won't be sorry!",
        "crazy good breakfast. great service. worth every minute of a wait. get the masa platter thing... i don't remember the exact name but it has a masa based pancake thing. it's super good. you go, guy / girl / corporate conglomerate. you got this breakfast thing down.",
        "this place is great. the service has always been wonderful. the food is outstanding. the coffee is amazing. i love the atmosphere, great big windows to look at the bustling downtown area. my favorite breakfast spot to go to. prices are very fair. the only legitimate complaints people have is that it gets busy. well it's busy for a reason, so if you have the time it's worth the wait.",
        "love love love this place!!! i would go here every day for breakfast if i could. the iced tea is amazing! call ahead to get your name on the list. try the bananas foster pancake with ice cream!! it's amazing! also do the breakfast grilled cheese - best sandwich ever!",
        "still fantastic!!! have tried many breakfast places in the area, and this one still wins. we come here most weekends. my husband always gets the eggs benedict, and he loves it! i either get the bird omelet, or the bc sandwich, both delicious. if i could make one suggestion, maybe the management will read this ; ), please start offering individual french press coffee, would make this a 6 star place!! see you next saturday bclub!",
        "we go here for the breakfast / brunch. everything taste good and there mimosas are off the chain!! yummy.. bacon is really good. they give large amounts of food, u never leave hungry ur pretty much set for the day. i like both locations scottsdale and downtown. the only thing is wait!! it can be like an hour long but it pretty worth it at both locations. if u want a great breakfast and nice drinks go here. love this place.",
    ],
    "summary": "i loved this place. great atmosphere, great design and decor, great crowd, and great employees. i kept coming here every morning it was so good. the thick bacon was amazing, and i appreciate the small serving of fruit they include. all the food was tasty and ample. very good quality ingredients. parking around back is a little tight and tricky. get here early on the weekends or you'll have a bit of a wait unless you want to sit at the counter. definitely go!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great food. great service. beautiful upbeat staff to sling breakfast with a purpose. love the hours! personal favorite is the health conscious breakfast - egg whites, fresh tomatoes, broccoli, cottage cheese and fresh fruit. it never fails.",
        "best breakfast in scottsdale, az period! karen and i always look forward to going to eat at the breakfast club in our annual spring training trip. great foods and great services, highly recommend to others. blue crab egg benedict are the main reason why we go there. go a's!",
        "this place is great. the service has always been wonderful. the food is outstanding. the coffee is amazing. i love the atmosphere, great big windows to look at the bustling downtown area. my favorite breakfast spot to go to. prices are very fair. the only legitimate complaints people have is that it gets busy. well it's busy for a reason, so if you have the time it's worth the wait.",
        "i was soooo excited to eat here. for realz. i love breakfast foods. of all kinds. but i would rather eat at ihop than this place. honestly. i've tried all their variations on the eggs benedict, and found them all to be so disgusting they bordered on inedible. a friend of mine insists that i should return to this place and order a \" sweet \" breakfast, but i'm scared and very hesitant to ever eat here again.",
        "food is great, service is great!! what more could you ask for.... well maybe less of a wait would be nice. but let's be honest, the reason you wait is because everyone loves it!! my favorite menu items are the bc sandwich and the bird omelette and my husband swears by the eggs benedict. this is our favorite place for sunday brunch!!",
        "back here for the bird. after running, this is a healthy, protein rich snack which can be made healthier via requesting egg whites and no cheese. no boursin? no fair! i always have good service and if you are in a hurry, bc seems to get you in and out quickly. i wish there was wifi. parking is tight, but there's generally street parking for 2 hours. the fruit and avocado's are consistently some of the best!",
        "delicious breakfast. the atmosphere isn't terribly inviting but the food is off the hook. i ordered the huevos rancheros ( comes with black beans, shredded lettuce and green chili verde ). this monster was bomb. mr. muscle ordered a breakfast burrito bowl or something like that. verde, hash browns, eggs, it was delicious too. these are hardy meals that actually packed a great flavor. pancakes were very good - had some flavor and chew to them. excellent place for breakfast - highly recommend. 2 meals, coffee, milk and side of pancakes about $ 27. worth it. service was great. also serve all kinds of fancy smoothies, coffees and alcohol based breakfast cocktails.",
        "delicious food and great atmosphere! gathered with friends and family who also have never been, and we had a blast. hardly had to wait to be seated and food came out hot! will certainly be back. thanks to our amazing server. can't remember her name but she was tall and with brown hair, you were great!!! ( :",
    ],
    "summary": "i'm not a huge breakfast guy, so when i say this place is great, it must be. if you can manage to get in without too much of a wait, you will most likely have an exceptional experience. great food, awesome vibrant servers, quick turnaround on orders and their bloody mary's are the bomb. on the way out the door, our server overheard us talking about hiking camelback, so she brought us all complimentary bottled waters for the hike. great overall experience."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my girlfriend and i arrived on a saturday morning around 9 : 30 am, and we were told it would be about a 30 minute wait ( which we were expecting ). we were seated within 30 minutes at a nice large booth. once seated, our waitress immediately introduced herself to us. she was very kind, friendly and professional. we received our food and drinks in a timely manner, and the food was absolutely delicious. the atmosphere was casual and comfortable. we will definitely be coming back!!",
        "unbelievable. best service and steak and eggs in town. it is my new go to spot for breakfast. i like sitting at the counter. you get 3 eggs and fried potatoes laced with peppers and onions ; along with a good sized steak cooked to perfection. the mocha coffee was also amazing. love this place.",
        "one of our must go to places to eat when coming to phoenix / scottsdale. always good quality food! the berry salad topped with the pine crusted chicken breast is my favorite. all egg dishes and sandwiches are excellent. their signature french toast dish is over - the - top delicious.",
        "i had heard great things about this place and was very excited to try it. all of the food is really fresh and good quality, and is prepared perfectly. their iced bc coffee is delicious and i am not even a big coffee drinker. the bacon is perfect and their sandwiches are delicious on bread or a bagel. the service is great and extremely quick. they get you what you need and are fast. awesome place and i recommend it for breakfast or lunch!",
        "delicious food and great atmosphere! gathered with friends and family who also have never been, and we had a blast. hardly had to wait to be seated and food came out hot! will certainly be back. thanks to our amazing server. can't remember her name but she was tall and with brown hair, you were great!!! ( :",
        "this is a top - notch place to stop for breakfast or lunch. their breakfast menu is huge and their food is absolutely great. the wait staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is great and has the option for outdoor seating. prices here are very reasonable. they even use real maple syrup instead of fake stuff. that was awesome.",
        "best breakfast in scottsdale!! just make sure you get there early because there is typically a wait. servers are amazing and food is delicious! can't beat the price and the food and beverage selection! def recommend everyone to eat here. i always order the juevos rancheros because it's the bomb!!",
        "great place. have been there every few weeks with with my brother and nieces. it has been perfect every time. love the dog friendly and very nice staff. we also love the green tea. would recommend any time.",
    ],
    "summary": "came here both mornings of my stay in scottsdale. when you visit scottsdale and want to grab a great breakfast with great staff, this is the place to go. the environment is very relaxed, the staff is very professional and very friendly. great vibe and even better food! you should come here at least once and try anything on the menu."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "terrible! some of the worst service and management i've ever seen! our server said about two words to us the entire time, and checked on us one time before bringing us the check. the manager looked completely unprofessional, he was chewing gum, had blood shot eyes, and smelled like alcohol! the food was overpriced, their pancakes cost $ 8 without any sides. i will never go back again...",
        "i second christian a's review. hostess was great! food was cold, no follow up by the waitress, awful service. i spoke with the manager heidi, who cared about as much as the waitress. afterwards realized the manager watched as we had to get up to get condiments and ignored our obvious need for assistance. we still left $ 5 on top of a $ 32 bill. what a rip. won't be back.",
        "this is probably the worst place to go for breakfast. so many more other options in the area and way better service. the hostesses have horrible customer service and have learned nothing on how to actually quote time to clientele appropriately. the management should be ashamed. i guess if you enjoy bad service and subpar food choices this place is for you.",
        "called in at 10 am to get in the waitlist for a table of 10 that we would using at 11 am. we were told we would be able to get a table by then. we got here at 10 : 45 am to make sure we would not lose our table. we've been waiting for an 1 hr plus now and barely getting a table at 12. i don't recommend this restaurant for big parties at all. food is great but service can be hit or miss and it takes way too long to get seated even if you join the waitlist.",
        "bad experience & bad management! will never return! food came out cold. had to wait for new food that was still bland and unflavored. manager did not care about bad experience. did nothing to rectify the situation. will not return or recommend",
        "i don't usually write reviews, but felt compelled to after experiencing how rude the staff was on multiple occasions. i have lived in az my whole life and have eaten at the breakfast club pretty regularly. the past three times i have been the staff was extremely rude. after this last time, we decided we will no longer be eating at the breakfast club anymore, especially considering there are many other great breakfast places with pleasant staff.",
        "i've been to the breakfast club several times now and it just gets worse and worse. the only thing this place has going for it is the cheap breakfast cocktails and you're gonna need one if you want to stomach the food. firstly it is expensive. secondly it is greasy when it feels like they claim to be a health type restaurant. thirdly they have messed up my order almost every single time. often things are missing that i asked for or cheese on an omelet isn't melted - that's just plain unappetizing! there are plenty of other breakfast places in the surrounding area that are more worth your while. skip this place and go elsewhere!",
        "food is good in theory, but when it comes together it is not. the potatoes did not have any flavor what so ever. i ordered the huevos con masa and was excited at first but when the tasted the mix of chorizo with the sweetness of the cornbread it was not that great. i would suggest other places in scottsdale. avoid this place",
    ],
    "summary": "this use to be a good place to get breakfast a year ago. the quality of food is cheaper now, but not the price. the french toast was stale with about 5 berries on top, and their omelet had about 12 eggs in it and you had to surf through it to find the other ingredients. the waitress developed her personality from a car crash i think. there are two many other great places in scottsdale to go for a better price and quality. don't waste your money."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "terrible! some of the worst service and management i've ever seen! our server said about two words to us the entire time, and checked on us one time before bringing us the check. the manager looked completely unprofessional, he was chewing gum, had blood shot eyes, and smelled like alcohol! the food was overpriced, their pancakes cost $ 8 without any sides. i will never go back again...",
        "i've been to the breakfast club several times now and it just gets worse and worse. the only thing this place has going for it is the cheap breakfast cocktails and you're gonna need one if you want to stomach the food. firstly it is expensive. secondly it is greasy when it feels like they claim to be a health type restaurant. thirdly they have messed up my order almost every single time. often things are missing that i asked for or cheese on an omelet isn't melted - that's just plain unappetizing! there are plenty of other breakfast places in the surrounding area that are more worth your while. skip this place and go elsewhere!",
        "i second christian a's review. hostess was great! food was cold, no follow up by the waitress, awful service. i spoke with the manager heidi, who cared about as much as the waitress. afterwards realized the manager watched as we had to get up to get condiments and ignored our obvious need for assistance. we still left $ 5 on top of a $ 32 bill. what a rip. won't be back.",
        "terrible made the mistake of telling them i'm waiting for a friend.. they refused to seat me at a booth or table although they had 75 %! of them open.. and pointed the bar area! this was highly unprofessional, needless to say they lost their tip! i won't be coming back!",
        "bad experience & bad management! will never return! food came out cold. had to wait for new food that was still bland and unflavored. manager did not care about bad experience. did nothing to rectify the situation. will not return or recommend",
        "i don't usually write reviews, but felt compelled to after experiencing how rude the staff was on multiple occasions. i have lived in az my whole life and have eaten at the breakfast club pretty regularly. the past three times i have been the staff was extremely rude. after this last time, we decided we will no longer be eating at the breakfast club anymore, especially considering there are many other great breakfast places with pleasant staff.",
        "i went for the eggs benedict. very disappointed. they use a thick slice of virginia smoked ham, and it was quite greasy. the hollandaise was broken and curdled, and way too spicey. the poached eggs were cooked in too hot of water, the whites were quite rubbery. the service was good, but aloof. waitresses wear tight black pants. some of them even look good in them.",
        "this use to be a good place to get breakfast a year ago. the quality of food is cheaper now, but not the price. the french toast was stale with about 5 berries on top, and their omelet had about 12 eggs in it and you had to surf through it to find the other ingredients. the waitress developed her personality from a car crash i think. there are two many other great places in scottsdale to go for a better price and quality. don't waste your money.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is probably the worst place to go for breakfast. so many more other options in the area and way better service. the hostesses have horrible customer service and have learned nothing on how to actually quote time to clientele appropriately. the management should be ashamed. i guess if you enjoy bad service and subpar food choices this place is for you."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love this place! i'm a frequent customer and have primarily had a great experiences, with a few small blips here and there. the food is excellent and i've never had anything that wasn't delicious. the prices are extremely reasonable and the service is always fast. the staff is always friendly and courteous. my favorites are the vegetarian wraps ( all of them! ) and the falafel salad. make sure to get a baklava combo with diamonds & lady fingers - it's amazing!",
        "i rarely go 5 stars but as far as mediterranean food goes this place is great. i always get the vegetarian combo and i get baba too. you will be full with left overs. the place is cute clean and has free wifi",
        "this place is reliably good and offers a bunch of vegan options. i'm a creature of habit so i always order the foole m damas and the mujadara and they are always super yummy. also, that pita bread is on point! would love to see them at a vegan kabob or shawarma option.",
        "very impressed. clean, spacious, nicely decorated. friendly staff. food is fresh, healthy, delicious and inexpensive. good stuff. i ordered the chicken shawarma entree and i loved it.",
        "my favorite local place to eat. i love that it is family owned. but their food really is very fresh & delicious. i have never dined in, i always take the food to go, but the staff is always very polite & nice. their hummus is the best hummus i have ever had. and the best part is, you get a good deal of food for the money you pay. you can't beat that ; fresh food for a great price.",
        "love love love this place!!! never a disappointment! the food is amazing and everything has excellent flavor! the salads are always fresh and the dressing is amazing! the lentil soup is always piping hot! the chicken and lamb shawarma with hummus is the best ive had and the omg falafel is to die for!!! i just wish the prices would go back to what they were when they first opened so i could go as much as i used to. highly recommend going here!! : )",
        "business lunch is really good and super cheap. the place is clean and the service is always friendly. not much parking but it's rarely crowded and i've never not had a parking place.",
        "absolutely delicious cuisine! the food is always fresh and of high quality. the staff and servers are always warm and pleasant. the garlic sauce is to die for!",
    ],
    "summary": "i love going here for my lunch break. everything i've gotten has been fresh and the chicken i got on my salad definitely tasted grilled and juicy. their prices are reasonable and you get a good amount of food. the owner is always very friendly and there is rarely a long wait when i get there."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "just had take - out the other night - fantastic! i'm a repeat customer who only wishes you had a closer location - i live on the south side of broadview heights. interestingly enough, i took a friend to the new north olmsted location yesterday. very similar - your hummus is better! i just finished off my leftovers this afternoon - delicious hummus, tabbouleh. can't get enough!!!",
        "this great little joint in parma rocks. you like aladdin's, right? ( if you don't, i'm sorry, this is where our relationship ends. ) this place is like an informal aladdin's, cheaper and faster, with fountain drinks. i went with two other friends, and the table, in 10 minutes, was covered in cheap, great mediterranean eats. i had the shawarma sandwich, but the hummos entree and whatever my vegetarian friend got both looked delicious. highly recommended.",
        "love this place. especially since i don't know of any healthy, affordable, ethnic or vegetarian options there are around this area. everything here is delicious and well executed. i usually to with a salad, dawali, and some hot sauce. food comes out quick, and did i mention it is extremely affordable?!",
        "love this place! always clean, and a cute comfortable atmosphere. service is fast and friendly. the food is always fresh and delicious. we love this place for lunch : )",
        "amazing food! nice variety, wonderful little eatery area. take out is a breeze, you can call ahead and they have it ready quickly. the staff are wonderful, too. i used to be an aladdin's fan until i found them. i'm in love with their sampler, enough food for 2 meals for me. great prices too.",
        "great service and hospitality. i enjoy the business man's special. plenty of food and wonderful tasting. the place is clean with ample parking in back. prices are reasonable and you get a large portion. i will definitely make this one of my favorite places to go to for lunch.",
        "we love this place. i'm vegetarian and everything i've tried is awesome. the pita sandwich rolls are toasted! and best of all, the pita that comes with the dips and appetizers is warm and fluffy. the hot sauce is fantastic. the ambiance is really casual, but nice, the beverages are self - serve, and even though you order at the counter, someone usually brings your tray to you.",
        "it is so awesome to have a great middle eastern restaurant so close. i always get the tabouli and shwarma roll. i find that shwarma rolls are always different depending on where you go and i love that this one has turnips added in. the service is always great here and the owners are extremely nice and have kept the place in great shape for years. i am not a big fan of hummus but every friend i take here seems to really enjoy theirs. the tabouli, shwarma roll and a bag of pita ends up totaling around 12 dollars and i always end up having some left over for a snack. you can't go wrong for that price! if your looking for great middle eastern food, check it out.",
    ],
    "summary": "always such a great time, great food, great service! can't go wrong with the sittoo's combo platter, add a hot sauce on the side and you are set for any meal! i love the baba, it has such a great natural flavor you cannot find anywhere else. clean good eating is just south of snow on ridge. this is my go to when i don't feel like cooking. highly recommend, i've been here over 20x."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is amazing. the food is really tasty and delicious. one of the reasons why i love this place is the gravy is sooo good i ordered biscuits gravy and it was so fabulous. actually we ordered mocha and it was so goood. i absolutely will come there again.",
        "had the best breakfast today! the waitress was fun and friendly and... hot! the food was a nice big plateful of awesomeness and hot! i had eggs over easy, turkey cutlet which is this amazing piece of protein unique to breakfast club toast and their stellar iced coffee. the omelets and stack of hot cakes are amazing too.",
        "breakfast club is delicious! so delicious that you'll need to call in ahead of time and make a reservation. the line is usually out the door for seating so make sure you're calling them prior to leaving the house to confirm the wait isn't bad. whether it's you and a friend, or a party of people needing bloody mary's the next morning - - i definitely suggest you try this place at least once.",
        "love love love this place!!! i would go here every day for breakfast if i could. the iced tea is amazing! call ahead to get your name on the list. try the bananas foster pancake with ice cream!! it's amazing! also do the breakfast grilled cheese - best sandwich ever!",
        "best breakfast in scottsdale!! just make sure you get there early because there is typically a wait. servers are amazing and food is delicious! can't beat the price and the food and beverage selection! def recommend everyone to eat here. i always order the juevos rancheros because it's the bomb!!",
        "it was so delicious!!! i got the lean and green and substituted the feta for swiss!! the potatoes o'brien were tasty as well. there was a small side of fresh fruit which complimented the breakfast. my friend got the burrito bowl which was amazing!!! it was enormous and she took more than half of it home with her. we will be back to sample some more of the menu to report back!!!!",
        "the name of this reminded me of the 80's but with all of the yoga attire being worn by the staff it is anything but. very nice decor with an extremely friendly staff. they have a wide variety of choices from drink to food. we enjoyed a mexican style breakfast that was very good without as long of a wait as expected. everything tasted fresh and just the right portion. the fruit that came with each meal was very tasty and a pleasant way to end the meal.",
        "we knew it was going to be good given the fact that it was a 35 minutes wait on a monday. definitely worth the wait. seriously the best pancakes i have ever had! prices are reasonable and service was excellent!! we also had eggs benedict and a bagel with lox. everything was delicious - we are going back tomorrow!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is amazing! i always get the bird omelet. it's a little pricey but the fact they are always consistent with quality and taste. it's worth it. it's very popular so plan on a bit of a wait on the weekends. but now that it's cooking off the patio is great to sit at"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my favorite local place to eat. i love that it is family owned. but their food really is very fresh & delicious. i have never dined in, i always take the food to go, but the staff is always very polite & nice. their hummus is the best hummus i have ever had. and the best part is, you get a good deal of food for the money you pay. you can't beat that ; fresh food for a great price.",
        "living in parma, the food landscape is filled with fast food joints and assembly - line chain restaurants. thank heavens for sittoo's. the food is fresh, healthy, tasty, and cheap. after i eat there, i want to go right back for seconds. the lamb sandwich, fries, and hummus is better than anything the fast food palaces lining ridge rd. could ever dream of serving. the service is always warm and personable. whenever i stop in to pick up my order ( which is often ), i am greeted with a smile. this is one of my family's favorites. if you haven't been there, what are you waiting for?",
        "i have been here a handful of times and every time it's good. it unassuming tucked back in an old dairy mart building. the hummus is really good. as a matter of fact all of their food it is good. salad, falafel, all nicely prepared. never have had a bad meal or bad experience. just as good as aladdins. when i'm in the area i'll go back.",
        "best shawarma in the city! quick, fast quality food at a great price. i eat here every other day for lunch. if you aren't sure what to get, the chicken shawarma wrap with a side of hot sauce is key, along with the tabouli and hummus. holla.",
        "i have never gotten a meal here that was sub - par, or even mediocre. absolutely delicious, flavorful food every time, excellent service, fair prices, and a nice, very clean area to sit down and eat ( they could definitely ditch the television, though ). started out with regular take - out orders of their spinach and feta pies ( how do they make such pillowy soft dough?! ), then added the falafel sandwich, beef kafta, and the beef shawarma salad and sandwich to my list of favorites. the manager is a really cool guy - super friendly and open to chatting about business.",
        "food is always fresh and delicious. service is amazing as well. definitely reccomend to anyone.",
        "i've eaten here and also gotten carry out, and both were great. quick and friendly service, good prices, good falafel.",
        "this is probably some of the best middle eastern food i have ever had. i've tried probably close to 75 % of the menu and honestly there isn't a thing on the menu i don't like. my favorite item is their falafels, either the platter when i'm very hungry, or a wrap if i'm only a bit peckish. my bf often gets the meat sampler platter and he says it's always excellent. we probably eat here every other week at least, if not more often. do yourself a favor and check out this awesome food.",
    ],
    "summary": "this restaurant is adorable, staff is always pleasant and food is fantastic. i would eat here everyday i could. shish tawook salad is so light and refreshing. and they give plenty of pita with hummus. the sides of garlic and hot sauce are a perfect way to add a bit of extra zing to an dish"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "jalapeno biscuits & gravy and huevos rancheros... the bomb. me and my boyfriend get this and split it everytime ( just 1 biscuit though not the entree ) and we are stuffed. the only thing that drives me crazy is the wait - which really isn't that long, but for some reason i'm always starving when i want to eat here so it seems like an eternity.",
        "i want to love this place because everyone else does but i personally wasn't impressed with what i ordered. i had the breakfast burrito with no meat and a carrot juice. the juice was full of pulp which i'm not a huge fan of and the burrito was stuffed with eggs which i'm also not a huge fan of. the service was fair. i did however really enjoy the fruit served with the meal and the banana foster french toast my friend ordered.",
        "nice menu with old standbys ( pancakes, egss, bacon etc. ) and some interesting items as well - eggs with chorizo sauce over cornbread, huevos rancheros with green chili pork topping in a bowl over lettuce and a small amount of beans and cheese, eggs benedict with salmon. lox and bagel plate for $ 13 could have used a bit more salmon for the price. jalapeno cheddar biscuit with pork gravy was mediocre. service is quite, quite fast so tables turn quickly.",
        "i don't know about the other food but i had the huevos rancheros for breakfast and it was fa - bu - lous. husband had whole hog omelet ( he didn't complain ) but wished he'd had ordered huevos rancheros too. i would go back for that breakfast next time i'm in scottsdale.",
        "very nice, good atmosphere but like most places nowadays very loud and open. service was wonderful and we had the biscuits and gravy and a bacon and egg breakfast grilled cheese with hash browns that was very good. the biscuits and gravy could it had a little more flavor but it was ok.",
        "food was good and plentiful. had breakfast burrito with green chili sauce - pretty darn good. the wait and seating is a crapshoot as some that came after got seated before us.",
        "excellent breakfast. a little too posh for my taste and just a tad bit $ $ for french toast but excellent quality and service.",
        "this place is yum - tastic. only got to visit twice while staying in scottsdale but i will be back! the jalapeno biscuits and gravy were so awesome my fiancee and i had to get it twice although i wish i would've had time to come again and try something else. service was ok. the waitress was not outgoing or welcoming, she gave us a weird vibe. loved that eating outside wasn't too loud with the traffic.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a solid place for breakfast. better than denny's and waffle house but it doesn't match up with joe's dinner or over easy and for the same prices. i had their flap jacks and two eggs over easy with a side of bacon. all good but nothing to rave about. my friend had their whole hog omelet, which is what i might order on my next visit."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "ambience is cool and trendy! there's nothing this place doesn't have - love love love! patio is sunny, the bar is quick and i loved everything i got. i'm here visiting but i'll def go back tomorrow. oh and the music is good too!",
        "we loved the counter seating and the food was delicious! the restaurant itself was busy, but the staff was able to turn tables quickly. the server was nice and the fooddidn't t take too long which i was surprised considering the place was full.",
        "let's start off by saying that i really love breakfast. secondly i really love breakfast club. every omelette on their menu is bomb, pancakes are light and fluffy. lunch menu is stellar too, try the turkey reuben or tuna salad melt. i make it a point to go to bc every weekend.",
        "i went on a sunday, which was unknown to me their busiest day, so the wait was a tad bit longer than i would have liked personally. they were great and offered free bottled water while we waited to be seated which was incredibly thoughtful of them to do and very polite. the got the chorizo burrito and was not disappointed by it one bit! it had a wonderful smoky flavor and was the perfect portion to silence the hunger of having just finished horse back riding for an hour and a half. staff was thoughtful and well mannered. worth going back when it's not so busy and see how the seating is inside instead of patio seating.",
        "this is a top - notch place to stop for breakfast or lunch. their breakfast menu is huge and their food is absolutely great. the wait staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is great and has the option for outdoor seating. prices here are very reasonable. they even use real maple syrup instead of fake stuff. that was awesome.",
        "this place seems super popular. it's always packed - no matter the day of the week. i'm told the owner is the same as stax in the same building, and they used to own the now closed upton - both of which i love. bc though... nothing super exciting about the breakfast here. i'm not a fan of their bloody mix, and while a mimosa is huge, it's not that tasty. i'd rather have taste. i've tried it a few times and none of the items i had were worth writing home about. there are so many great breakfast places that i don't need to return.",
        "this is my favorite breakfast place in scottsdale. they have amazing coffee, a must for breakfast! the service is really top notch. i have had an omelette, which was more than i could eat, eggs benedict, that were outstanding. i've also had the basic 2 egg, toast, and bacon plate. everything is cooked perfectly, and it comes out fast. the prices are honest and there are friendly folks if you want to chat at the counter. a great breakfast is a great start to the day, and they do it well.",
        "every time i drive by this place it is packed, and i mean packed. early saturday morning though they didn't appear too busy so we decided to stop in for breakfast. i got the bc sandwich and was not very impressed by it, not to mention the sandwich was served in a full entree plate making it look very small. they had good juice that was freshly squeezed and the servers were all nice. i also tried the breakfast grilled cheese and thought it was average, especially since the only difference between that and a regular grilled cheese was the egg and a piece of bacon. maybe the crowd is there for the mimosas...",
    ],
    "summary": "i really like this place! my boyfriend and i are from new york and we are always seeking places that have a sense of urgency and the breakfast club definitely has that. in addition to that, they try to use more wholesome ingredients in their food than other places. they also have good coffee and decent prices. the area that it's in is pretty nice as well and it's just a great place to be for brunch."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this great little joint in parma rocks. you like aladdin's, right? ( if you don't, i'm sorry, this is where our relationship ends. ) this place is like an informal aladdin's, cheaper and faster, with fountain drinks. i went with two other friends, and the table, in 10 minutes, was covered in cheap, great mediterranean eats. i had the shawarma sandwich, but the hummos entree and whatever my vegetarian friend got both looked delicious. highly recommended.",
        "very impressed. clean, spacious, nicely decorated. friendly staff. food is fresh, healthy, delicious and inexpensive. good stuff. i ordered the chicken shawarma entree and i loved it.",
        "this is one of favorite places to eat. the food is always fresh and delicious. on this visit, i had the chicken shwarma rolled pita and a small order of tabbouli. the portion of chicken was generous and the meat was seasoned and tender. the accompanying lemon tahini sauce was excellent and the tomatoes, lettuce, pickles and turnips were very fresh. the tabbouli was fresh, juicy and tangy..... exactly like i like it! i'll definitely go back, soon!!",
        "living in parma, the food landscape is filled with fast food joints and assembly - line chain restaurants. thank heavens for sittoo's. the food is fresh, healthy, tasty, and cheap. after i eat there, i want to go right back for seconds. the lamb sandwich, fries, and hummus is better than anything the fast food palaces lining ridge rd. could ever dream of serving. the service is always warm and personable. whenever i stop in to pick up my order ( which is often ), i am greeted with a smile. this is one of my family's favorites. if you haven't been there, what are you waiting for?",
        "great food, great prices, good service. i usually get the vegetarian platter or spinach pies. my normally picky little niece and nephew love the kibbe. i also enjoy the music here, which always makes me want to dance. nice relaxed place.",
        "in town from west coast for a wedding. found this gem close to our hotel. we are local business supporters. wow! got combination platter and a bunch of other sides. so good. owners are gracious and you know they put their love into their food. cute, clean and unpretentious. you know where they put their focus.... just as it should be. kudos to sittoo!!",
        "such a wonderful experience. food was delicious and the customer service was phenomenal!! we had the dawali, the vegetarian combo, sittoo's salad with chicken, and the kinafa. every single thing was so darn tasty and the prices were reasonable. we live in akron and will definitely come back again!!",
        "my favorite local place to eat. i love that it is family owned. but their food really is very fresh & delicious. i have never dined in, i always take the food to go, but the staff is always very polite & nice. their hummus is the best hummus i have ever had. and the best part is, you get a good deal of food for the money you pay. you can't beat that ; fresh food for a great price.",
    ],
    "summary": "amazing food! nice variety, wonderful little eatery area. take out is a breeze, you can call ahead and they have it ready quickly. the staff are wonderful, too. i used to be an aladdin's fan until i found them. i'm in love with their sampler, enough food for 2 meals for me. great prices too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "best shawarma in the city! quick, fast quality food at a great price. i eat here every other day for lunch. if you aren't sure what to get, the chicken shawarma wrap with a side of hot sauce is key, along with the tabouli and hummus. holla.",
        "my go to lunch spot. love everything on the menu. their salads are nice sized and dressed well. lental soup and chill both spot on with and can top w feta. i really enjoy the lamb plate with rice. then dont leave with out a cup of coffee. small serves two perfect. the staff is always friendly, food comes out fast and hot. again perfect lunch spot. however not a datenight type of place.",
        "we have been coming here for years - food is always good and fresh. i have noticed in the past few months that they are cutting corners by consistently serving smaller portions. i recently ordered a shish tawook salad. i was surprised at the small plate, two olives, one cucumber slice and one tomato slice included with the salad. this is an entree salad! the hummus we ordered was swirled on the plate in such a way that made it look like more than it really was. i order both of these items at aladdin's and receive much more for about the same price. if sittoo's keep up these business practices, they will be losing our business.",
        "this place was an amazing find. clean establishment and friendly staff. love love this place. this place is a must if your in the mood for pita and hummus. there build your own pita sandwich is amazing. thanks yelp!!!",
        "the baba is the best in town. if you're unsure what to get, try the business lunch special, a little bit of everything.",
        "this place has good food and is fast, friendly and best of all cheap. you get alot of food for what it costs. the shawarma is authentic. now its not gourmet grade but its much better than most places in the area. i'll def come back.",
        "sittoo's is amazing food. i would say without a doubt the best hummus in the area. my favorite meals are anything chicken shwarma based ( entree, sandwich, or hummus platter ). the chicken is so flavorful and chargrilled perfectly. so many other great items on the menu too. food is quick and staff is friendly. a rare five star place in town.",
        "a middle eastern restaurant in the middle of polish village in parma, ohio? very unexpected experience. i have been a fan of the aladdin's chain for years, and went here to pick up lunch. compact location, with small parking lot. decor is clean and trendy, except for some of the \" homey \" art that is out of place - roosters, toy trucks, \" welcome friends \" sign. but you really don't come here for the decor - - it is the food. nice variety of middle eastern salads, wraps, and desserts. all nicely seasoned and flavorful. minimal wait time for fresh preparation. also, most items are under $ 6, which makes it a great location for lunch. will definitely return.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is such a great place! every time we've been there, the staff has been friendly and welcoming. the menu has a lot of variety, good for both carnivores and vegetarians. the food is really excellent, and the prices are much less than another middle eastern food chain in the area."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "so close to home & very quick!! i always get the grape leaves & the vegetarian platter!",
        "really excellent food reasonably priced! had a salad and spinach pie, both excellent. since it was nice i sat outside but the interior was nicely appointed.",
        "sittoos is a great find in an otherwise sad landscape of chain restaurants. i love their hummus and you can't go wrong - their food is fresh and delicious.",
        "good mediterranean food. can dine in our take out. fair prices and decent portion sizes.",
        "excellent was there last week for lunch met the owner,, food and service was great couldn't ask for better",
        "sittoo's is a little haven of deliciousness in parma. they are owned and operated by the same family as the aladdin's restaurants, but honestly i find the food here to be better. it is much more casual and even though the food is made to order, it is served very quickly making this a great lunch or take - away option. my favorite are the sandwiches, which are chock - full of pickles and turnips. the service is exceptionally friendly and the prices are more than reasonable.",
        "good value, quick service. limited menu with good vegetarian options.",
        "i'm very picky when it comes to trying unfamiliar foods and sauces, but this place is good! you wouldn't think to try it, but i'm glad i worked up the courage to try it. very flavorful and a great value.",
    ],
    "summary": "it's normally good food and made fast but today the salad was so fresh it seemed like there must be a garden out back and the meat incredibly juicy, you cannot beat the business lunch special, the owner is always friendly and seems to be working hard. great place for lunch."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i was soooo excited to eat here. for realz. i love breakfast foods. of all kinds. but i would rather eat at ihop than this place. honestly. i've tried all their variations on the eggs benedict, and found them all to be so disgusting they bordered on inedible. a friend of mine insists that i should return to this place and order a \" sweet \" breakfast, but i'm scared and very hesitant to ever eat here again.",
        "we found this place on yelp and it was only blocks from our hotel. the food and service was excellent. our server's name should be \" chipper \", she was so prompt and friendly, definitely a morning person. our entire experience was very pleasant. i highly recommend it. and don't miss out on the fresh squeezed juice.",
        "unbelievable. best service and steak and eggs in town. it is my new go to spot for breakfast. i like sitting at the counter. you get 3 eggs and fried potatoes laced with peppers and onions ; along with a good sized steak cooked to perfection. the mocha coffee was also amazing. love this place.",
        "love this place, short wait on a sunday.. friendly staff and great food! not to mention they have mimosas! i came here a while back and they seemed tight and cramped for brunch... now i can tell they've done a renovation that really opens everything up and accommodates more. well done bc!",
        "best breakfast in scottsdale!! just make sure you get there early because there is typically a wait. servers are amazing and food is delicious! can't beat the price and the food and beverage selection! def recommend everyone to eat here. i always order the juevos rancheros because it's the bomb!!",
        "this place is great. the service has always been wonderful. the food is outstanding. the coffee is amazing. i love the atmosphere, great big windows to look at the bustling downtown area. my favorite breakfast spot to go to. prices are very fair. the only legitimate complaints people have is that it gets busy. well it's busy for a reason, so if you have the time it's worth the wait.",
        "i've heard about this place, and i had to ck it out! great location and setup, food was amazing and pricing was fair. i will definitely make this \" a must \" every time i go to scottsdale. thanks again for the great service ve!",
        "this place is such a good brunch spot. they have so many unique twists on classic breakfast faves. i got eggs over this jalepeno cornbread with chorizo sauce and it's honestly a breakfast i think about weekly. i can't wait to go back and have it again or try something else on the menu because it all looks so good. portions are great and it's a cool little restaurant. definitely worth stopping in.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is awesome. every time i visit scottsdale i hit this place up for breakfast almost daily. i'm someone who loves large portions for breakfast and this place truly delivers. the waitresses are all super chill and go out of their way to make sure you're good to go and don't rush you even when it's busy."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "been there twice. i remembered liking the food, but the second visit i had the breakfast burrito and coffee ( their espresso machine was broken that day ). i left with a stomach ache. the coffee was terrible and the burrito was yuck. if you go, stick to the standards... but in my opinion, not worth the wait.",
        "too loud with the music and everyone talking. eliminate the music it would be better couldn't even talk to my fiance it was too loud to hear him. music is awful for breakfast. price is high on some items. no flavored cream for coffee.",
        "not a fan at all. the hollandaise sauce on my eggs benedict was not hollandaise sauce, it was some runny yellow soup. the meal had no flavor, and the fruit was flavorless. looking at photos from the reviews confirmed our visit was not isolated.",
        "this place is probably by far my favorite place to go eat breakfast i don't think they have ever messed up my order and i've never had the staff been unfriendly to me.",
        "probably about the worst bloody mary i have ever had in my life! the \" large \" is a regular sized drink, it's sour and just not good at all. skip this!",
        "i've been to the breakfast club several times now and it just gets worse and worse. the only thing this place has going for it is the cheap breakfast cocktails and you're gonna need one if you want to stomach the food. firstly it is expensive. secondly it is greasy when it feels like they claim to be a health type restaurant. thirdly they have messed up my order almost every single time. often things are missing that i asked for or cheese on an omelet isn't melted - that's just plain unappetizing! there are plenty of other breakfast places in the surrounding area that are more worth your while. skip this place and go elsewhere!",
        "because of the positive reviews, i stupidly tried this place for the third time. i feel as though sitting t the counter was bothersome to the wait staff. they barely spoke, and trying to get a second cup of coffee was met with rolling eyes as i interrupted their own discussions about a date night. limited coffee was fine as it did taste like dishwater. and really - it is only an egg, not worth the pretentiousness.",
        "the noise in this place is unbelievable. way too loud music make customers shout at each other. the food was just ok, nothing special especially for the price.",
    ],
    "summary": "food is good in theory, but when it comes together it is not. the potatoes did not have any flavor what so ever. i ordered the huevos con masa and was excited at first but when the tasted the mix of chorizo with the sweetness of the cornbread it was not that great. i would suggest other places in scottsdale. avoid this place"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i'm very picky when it comes to trying unfamiliar foods and sauces, but this place is good! you wouldn't think to try it, but i'm glad i worked up the courage to try it. very flavorful and a great value.",
        "great authentic lebanese food. quick and affordable too! can't miss by stopping in to eat - you'll be happy you did.",
        "sittoos is a great find in an otherwise sad landscape of chain restaurants. i love their hummus and you can't go wrong - their food is fresh and delicious.",
        "in town from west coast for a wedding. found this gem close to our hotel. we are local business supporters. wow! got combination platter and a bunch of other sides. so good. owners are gracious and you know they put their love into their food. cute, clean and unpretentious. you know where they put their focus.... just as it should be. kudos to sittoo!!",
        "my favorite local place to eat. i love that it is family owned. but their food really is very fresh & delicious. i have never dined in, i always take the food to go, but the staff is always very polite & nice. their hummus is the best hummus i have ever had. and the best part is, you get a good deal of food for the money you pay. you can't beat that ; fresh food for a great price.",
        "how good can falafel be? answer that after trying theirs with the garlic sauce. perfectly light and crispy outer with deliciously moist and flavorful inner. can't remember having better falafel. the baklava is above par as well.",
        "good food. i always order the same, which is the kids chicken and rice. perfect size for my adult lunch. although i'm not a fan of all their cuisine, my office frequently orders from there for lunch. consistently good, authentic dishes. cost is reasonable.",
        "yum. as the little sister of aladdin's - sittoos is just as tasty!! the hummus from here is out of this world good, especially with a side of their hot sauce. the shishtawook is also delicious. portion sizes are good and they have a decent prep time. this isn't fast food, you will wait a few minutes, but it is worth it.",
    ],
    "summary": "this restaurant used to be in garfield heights, i loved it! then they relocated in parma, i was so happy to find it again because the food is very unique and most of all authentic. it is very light and filling, if you haven't ate here you are missing out!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i ordered the quick start loaded breakfast, and overall the meal was delicious. i especially enjoyed the potatoes o'brien and applewood bacon! the only negative comment i have is the scrambled eggs were over cooked for my taste. i will definitely order the meal again, but ask for the eggs scrambled lightly. good coffee too!",
        "i wanted to dislike this place in the worst way. the decor and staff, like scottsdale in general are a little too pretty - but i was proven wrong. i had a tuscan omelette - buffalo mozzerella cheese with pesto, and husband had huevos rancheros which was served with an insane amount of beef on a baked tortilla. it was good - really good. the side potatoes had nice fresh green and red peppers which was a cut above the rest of the homefry mush we'd been having all week. coffee - meh. one amusing item - the \" breakfast cocktail \" list offered to supersize them!",
        "the food was very good, eggs as ordered, bacon was thick cut and large, rye toast was good. the food was a bit slow coming out. my wife's food was hot, mine was warm. coffee was ok but not exceptional in any way. fresh fruit was very good and nicely portioned. the potatoes were good but covered in bell peppers, i \" picked through \" as i'm allergic to bell peppers ( wish the menu had warned me - or if it was there, that i had seen it ). if my food had been'hot'i would have given 4 stars in spite of the long time in arriving. i would echo some of the other reviewers when they say the place seems a little short staffed.",
        "my friend took me here when i was visiting her in phoenix because she knows i'm all about breakfast. this was a solid breakfast joint. i got a scramble and hash browns. the hashbrowns were overcooked on the outside and undercooked inside. the eggs were good. overall this was a decent place and i would gladly return.",
        "this is a really cute place unfortunately i had the worst omelet of my life here, the mushroom omelette. it tasted completely dried out and spongy like they cooked it in one of those microwave omelette dishes. my friends that i was dining with enjoyed their meal. the filet mignon benedict was the favorite at the table. service could have been a bit faster but it was adequate. my friends raved about how good their juices were because they were supposedly all homemade in house with juicers. my pineapple juice taste like anything you would buy in the supermarket so i'm not sure if that is really they case.",
        "food was great, if you go on a weekend, expect a wait! our service was good and the food was rather quick for how busy they were. my husband and i were trying to eat healthy and were able to modify our orders for what we wanted. i would suggest going here for brunch or breakfast! a good tip, if you want to avoid the line, download the nowait app, as they are on there, it saved us 45mins of waiting.",
        "the food was good, but the service really made the experience an average one at best. i had the breakfast burrito with chorrizo, and i have to admit, it was really good. i still cant get over how long it took to get my water glass refilled, however. i almost started drinking the ketchup! if the service was better, this would be the ideal breakfast spot!",
        "went to the breakfast club a couple of weeks ago for lunch with a few of my girlfriends. place is really nice, clean and welcoming. food was really good and the portions were huge. i ended up taking 1 / 3 of my omelet to go. server was nice and attentive. only downside is the parking ( in the back and limited ) and that fact that the first one to arrive from our party was told that she can not be sited until all arrived ( she had to sit at the tiny bar ). will definitely go again and you should try it too.",
    ],
    "summary": "i really enjoyed eating at the breakfast club. they have a lot of breakfast options and they are all huge portions. the food was flavorful and i really liked that my omelette came with large chunks of fresh fruit. overall this was a fun place to come to in scottsdale with pretty good food."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we come to this location all the time and have a seat at the bar. angel is our favorite. we try to come tuesday through thursday so we can have her as our bartender. we're gonna miss her when she leaves. they always make you aware of their specials, the service is just great! highly recommend this location!",
        "we are new to nevada. saw this place and wanted to give it try. we have since. been there 2 times and have had great wait staff. and the food. oh my! first time we all had burgers.. so very good. second time.... my husband and i shared a flat pizza and got ceasar salads i believe and son got the ziti dish. all the food so far has been amazing good. we plan to bring out of town guests when we have them it's that good. thank you for a great experience.",
        "all i can say is finally, finally i have found ribs i can just clean the bones. great great baby back ribs. love this place. soooo much to choose from. passed this place for years. not anymore. choose this place on grub hub. ordered 3 times in the first week. great food. with just take out. i can't wait to take my family. my husband works out of the country, bj's will be our 1st stop from the airport in a few weeks.",
        "this place is amazing. everything on the menu is good at worst. i had a delicious rack of ribs with enough meat on the bone to choke a donkey. i love it. if you haven't had a pazookie yet, you are missing out.",
        "the food is always great, no matter what i get. the wait staff is attentive and their service is top - notch. i always go during lunch it seems a lot busier at night. i plan on going at least once every couple of weeks.",
        "this is one of our favorite places to go have pizza. they are happy to do the pizzas half and half so we can have a variety. even on a crowded saturday night the service was still good.",
        "i thoroughly enjoyed this place 1. good beer selection 2. amazing pizza 3. great service and staff! 4. just go!!! lol",
        "we got there and the place looked good, we were seated right away. we had the most amazing waitress! heather last name started with h. she knew the menu well and answered all my husband's dumb questions with polite patience. she kept us entertained during courses and made sure we had everything. spectacular service even though she had alot of tables and was treating them the same from what we could see. we will be back to this location because of her. we would recommended our friends to go see heather. thanks",
    ],
    "summary": "this is a great restaurant. it has a microbrewery if you enjoy different beers. i go there for the food and i love just about everything i have tried. the avocado egg rolls are a must try appetizer. the rack of ribs is the best for any restaurant in this price range. and if you have not had a pizookie for dessert you have not lived yet."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i used to think sittoo's was 5 star bc the food is amazing and the people working there were great! i used to go there a few times a week when i lived close by. but i was disappointed when i went there recently. my fattoosh salad barely had any salada or dressing on it and they said any more would cost extra. i used to have plenty of tomato and cucumber on my salad without asking, i just assumed that was how items made, delicious! they used to give me extra dressing to take home! it seemed very stingy now. smh sittoo's you've changed!",
        "sittoo's always hits the spot - and at a great price! the combos ( meat or vegetarian ) are always a good bet. pretty much always count on paying the extra $. 50 for the fresh garlic sauce because you must get it. i got the mujadara meal ( lentils, rice, and fried onion rings ) and it was pretty good eaten along with the pita, tahini and garlic sauce.",
        "sittoos has some great food. i love the lunch special... you get a little bit of everything for a good price. their falafels are also a great choice! perfectly crispy on the outside and such a great flavor. mmm.",
        "i love this place! the prices are fantastic and the staff is very friendly. i have not had a bad meal here. my two go tos are the vegetarian combo and falaffel salad with hot sauce. you can't go wrong!",
        "i'm very picky when it comes to trying unfamiliar foods and sauces, but this place is good! you wouldn't think to try it, but i'm glad i worked up the courage to try it. very flavorful and a great value.",
        "the food is just too good! actually options for people switching to or already vegan / vegetarian. every time i arrive the place is clean, staff on point. i come here way more often than any other restaurant, not much healthier eats places out there. taste is one of a kind as well. keep it up!",
        "great food, great prices, good service. i usually get the vegetarian platter or spinach pies. my normally picky little niece and nephew love the kibbe. i also enjoy the music here, which always makes me want to dance. nice relaxed place.",
        "this is a great place to eat. i had the hummus and chicken swarma. both were delicious. very authentic mediterranean food.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is reliably good and offers a bunch of vegan options. i'm a creature of habit so i always order the foole m damas and the mujadara and they are always super yummy. also, that pita bread is on point! would love to see them at a vegan kabob or shawarma option."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "once again the breakfast club does not disappoint you and what are their signature omelettes customized to my liking with my grilled onions and grilled mushrooms fabulous fabulous fabulous service was extremely courteous and extremely friendly my waiter jayme and her coworkers make sure you have all you need. besides they have a great people watching outside seating area at the scottsdale location. definitely recommend it to anyone in the area, not pricey either.",
        "stopped here on my last day in scottsdale, and it was completely worth it. the omelet i tried was delicious, service was great. i would definitely eat here again.",
        "always the same great food and service!! so friendly to our dog!! love it, it's a sun morning staple for us!",
        "by far one of my favorite places to have breakfast. the intimate setting gives off the \" mom and pop \" breakfast joint feel you might find in a beach town. the menu accomodates for the health - conscious but breakfast - loving eater. the only reason why i knocked it down a point is the wait. unless you go during the weekdays or early morning on the weekends, expect to wait upwards to 45 minutes. my suggestions... their egg white omelets and for those coffee lovers, you have to try the bc coffee!",
        "i had the best huevos rancheros ever this morning. green chile pork with black beans, onion, tomatoes, etc all over scrambled eggs. awesome.",
        "was in town visiting arizona... came across the breakfast club. this place had amazing quick and fast service.. and they have one of the best breakfast places i have ever ate.. you must stop by here if you visit phoenix.",
        "had a great breakfast here, monster big burrito, with the chipotle cornbread. don't miss out on this place everything you can imagine and more. great to stop in after the morning rush hour crowd.",
        "great coffee and a variety of delicious breakfast options. however, the chorizo queso made all of the difference! that sauce could go on anything! thanks!",
    ],
    "summary": "as a caution, this restaurant can be extremely busy on saturday and sunday mornings. in part, it's due to the delicious food and convenient old town location. i'm an early bird, so popping in when they open at 6am is not uncommon. order what you like as the most items on the menu are delicious. cheers!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "breakfast club was a nice breakfast spot in oldtown scottsdale. they have a good menu with quality breakfast items that were reasonably priced. the food was good, nothing special however. when i ordered coffee, it came out cold, but the waitress replaced it quickly. the staff was friendly but service was average. overall it was good, but nothing special. good spot to bring co - workers or friends. oh there might be a little wait early morning and during lunch time.",
        "i really enjoyed this place, it wasn't the best breakfast and i'd be happy to try a new place when i'm in town but i'd certainly be happy to come back. i sat at the bar and the lady working was nice and funny. i liked it, the breakfast burrito was good, not special, but certainly good.",
        "i wanted to like it, i really did.. i even waiting 45 minutes in the cold hoping for a great experience. what we have here is a typical scottsdale joint, trendy and hip ( ster ). the eggs benedict was ok, but eclipsed by even village inn's version, they did have decent coffee though, and once seated in our cramped booth, the service was great.",
        "every time i drive by this place it is packed, and i mean packed. early saturday morning though they didn't appear too busy so we decided to stop in for breakfast. i got the bc sandwich and was not very impressed by it, not to mention the sandwich was served in a full entree plate making it look very small. they had good juice that was freshly squeezed and the servers were all nice. i also tried the breakfast grilled cheese and thought it was average, especially since the only difference between that and a regular grilled cheese was the egg and a piece of bacon. maybe the crowd is there for the mimosas...",
        "very nice, good atmosphere but like most places nowadays very loud and open. service was wonderful and we had the biscuits and gravy and a bacon and egg breakfast grilled cheese with hash browns that was very good. the biscuits and gravy could it had a little more flavor but it was ok.",
        "food was good and plentiful. had breakfast burrito with green chili sauce - pretty darn good. the wait and seating is a crapshoot as some that came after got seated before us.",
        "we had a great experience here today \" whitney \" was a great waitress. the only reason i gave it a 5 star if it wasn't for her it would have been 2stars had the waffle and it was good. it what i did notice was when i added berries to the waffle it was not worth it $ 3 for a strawberry cut 4 blueberries and 3 blackberries. what a rip off. you should take more care in watching what gos out to your customers, if i wasn't a normal customer here i would never come back. my recommendation would be get the fruit bowl and added it it's cheaper this way.",
        "this place always has such a jammin'atmosphere! large outdoor patio and nice selection of dishes. though everything i have eaten has tasted fine, i would come here more for the people watching than the good, but average food.",
    ],
    "summary": "the food is good, the amount they serve is outstanding, however the service was ok and the waiting time to get a table can be over a hour. i have ate at other's places with no wait where the food was just as good. i would go back if they hire better servers and more seating. other then that, i rate it a 3 star. oh the parking was kind of crazy too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "if i could give them zero stars for the curbside pick up i would. after 18 minutes of waiting for my order, they sent out a waitress to tell me it was never submitted - - however i've already been charged and left without a refund in my hand because an email needs to be sent here or there, yadda yadda. never again.",
        "this place sucks!!!!! put ourselves on the online wait list and then waited 20 minutes to check in and was told you place doesn't count till you check. why have an online check in then?!?! waste of time",
        "i went to this location on 6 / 5 / 15. it was to busy at all, but can someone tell me why it took over an hour to get a bacon cheeseburger? i went with my wife and kids and they all got there meals that we ordered except me. then the manager tells me i don't have a answer to why it took over an hour to even put in the order. this is how they treat veterans?? i will never go to that restaurant ever again.",
        "and again service sucks, but let me get this straight \" the servers are excellent \" it's the management!!!! in their efforts to save money ( as demanded by the owners ) they cut common sense service with the thought that they are doing a good job saving money when in fact they are shooting themselves in the foot. wise up owners, your greed for making money is going to put your business \" out of business \".",
        "3rd visit not good! waited for server to bring waters took her 10min then server sets them down and takes another table their drinks doesn't return until she turns in their order then busses another table! we left!",
        "took my family of 4 last night. we had been here a few times before and it has gone from very good to not so great. every visit is a little worse. last night will be our last vist. waitress was unpleasant and food came out luke - warm. not worth waiting 20 minutes for and then paying 85. 00 for 4 people to eat dinner. pass.",
        "the food is decent, but the service is the worst in town! we have gone twice just to see if it was a bad night, and the same lousy service was had! if you expect a meal under 2 hours, go somewhere else! they barely refill drinks, the waiter took 25 minutes to even take our order, it was absolutely awful!",
        "service is crappy.. how can you make reservations and takes as long of a wait as a walk in? the it'll be ready in 5 mins ended in 45 min wait?",
    ],
    "summary": "going to this establishment in person is a lot better than ordering take out from them! i warn everyone don't order food for home delivery! the service is terrible, always late and the food delivered is ice cold! unless you love soggy, cold fries and burgers i suggest you go to their dine in establishment!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we are new to nevada. saw this place and wanted to give it try. we have since. been there 2 times and have had great wait staff. and the food. oh my! first time we all had burgers.. so very good. second time.... my husband and i shared a flat pizza and got ceasar salads i believe and son got the ziti dish. all the food so far has been amazing good. we plan to bring out of town guests when we have them it's that good. thank you for a great experience.",
        "i had an awesome rootbeer... no really. the turkey cobb sandwhich was annihilated and the string fries were polished off. the place was brand new when i went. it was all good. i plan on going again soon.",
        "this place is amazing. everything on the menu is good at worst. i had a delicious rack of ribs with enough meat on the bone to choke a donkey. i love it. if you haven't had a pazookie yet, you are missing out.",
        "samantha was our waitress and she was awesome. it was a busy night because of the vgk game but she was so on top of it. super happy and helpful. we had a great experience.",
        "went in friday night, the wait was 25 - 30 minutes which we expected. it took about 40 to be seated. i know it was a guess but still it took a while. the waiter was nice and the food was good. i've been twice since we moved to this side of town and service and food has been good. we will be back.",
        "came here for happy hours last week. bar was full... so they seat us at a table. still was able to get happy hour prices. awesome!!!!!! food is fantastic wings : yummy etoh : good my date and i had a great experience!",
        "sam and i go to this restaurant pretty often. lately it has been a bit off. we have had the food come out wrong. or cold. but!! i do want to say that miriam and anthony are the most amazing servers that do their best to make sure that you are taken care of. we will definitely go back but will request to sit at one of their stations. thank you sam and sherri",
        "we come to this location all the time and have a seat at the bar. angel is our favorite. we try to come tuesday through thursday so we can have her as our bartender. we're gonna miss her when she leaves. they always make you aware of their specials, the service is just great! highly recommend this location!",
    ],
    "summary": "after a long day of work i decided take my family out for dinner. we decided to visit this location because even though there is a bj's closer to my home this location offers better service. our servers name was heather and she ensured we received quality customer service. the restaurant was clean and our food was delivered promptly. i will continue to choose this location over summerlin's as long as i continue to received outstanding customer service."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i used to come here all the time for breakfast. i must say that i was never disappointed. i really like their eggs benedict and their jalapeno biscuits and gravy. their coffee was great too. today i came for lunch with some co - workers and had the grilled cheese sandwich with tomato soup. the grilled cheese was very good with fontina and cheddar cheeses between to thick pieces of sourdough bread. the tomato soup i could tell was homemade, but it was lacking in something for me... i think it needed to be a little thicker maybe with some croutons or something.",
        "the wait was long even on a tuesday morning, but we sat at the bar and got fast, friendly service. the biscuits and gravy were good. had the coconut iced coffee which was delicious and huge. the bacon was thick and crispy. the potatoes were fresh and overall the food was a great value for the money. great breakfast option.",
        "ordered the turkey egg benedict. holendaise sauce was different and very good. had a little spice to it. breakfast potatoes were very good. good service.",
        "was there again this weekend - thought i'd give a shout out because this place is so good. haven't been since the remodel, which is amazing. the space is huge now and so warm and inviting. the traditional eggs benedict is to die for as well as their potatoes. not to mention their fruit. i swear they have a farm out back and pick it fresh. probably one of the best places for breakfast in az.",
        "second visit to the chain and so far the staff is at first take one of their best assets here. they are so friendly and attentive. i ordered the standard huevos and they were off the hook! fresh squeezed oj to start and a yummy brafa, no better way to start the day!!!",
        "very trending spot. me and my wife decided to add this place to our collection of \" we've been there \" our list is quite long. service was excellent, food was very good and there was tons of it. i'm a fairly good size guy and i barely put a dent in mine. i had the chicken fried chicken. very tasty. all in all our experience was very positive. except for the leggings that the waitresses wear. very distracting and don't leave much for the imagination. i know it's the new trend but it makes it very hard for men to concentrate.",
        "great place to eat! place is clean, friendly staff, food is great also. parking however may be a small problem. ordered the bird omelette and it was great! large portions. friend had the huevos rancheros and was not as thrilled with is.",
        "there was a little wait to be seated but the coffee bar had seats and it was great to be able to get our coffee while we waited. service was fast and friendly. despite our numerous menu modifications, all our orders came out perfect. parking is easy, location is great... this is the breakfast spot for us when we're in scottsdale.",
    ],
    "summary": "used the yelp app to make a reservation. it worked however, they only seat you when you're entire party is there. service was super fast. was in and out within an hour or so. food was delicious and more upscale than a typical breakfast joint but still has all the classics."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've never had bad service here, i've waited sometimes longer than usual, but they always take care of me. they've also never messed up my order, and constantly ask for refills, bringing any condiments and whatnot, and service is usually great! i love the food as well, whether it's their deep dish pizzas, sandwiches, or their incredible pazookies! i love this place, and i've only been to this location, so to me, it's a hit! probably going back today!",
        "great new place. great food and friendly service. baby back ribs were excellent. my wife's steak was perfect. we will be back!",
        "great happy hour!! incredible food! i've been coming here for years and no matter what you're in the mood for, they have something that will for your fancy. i have yet to taste anything in their menu that wasn't delicious!! ( and i've pretty much tasted almost all of it ) it's a great place for date night or hanging out with friends. and the waiter kopy is awesome!! and don't forget to save room for a pizookie.. seriously drool worthy. i legit drooled on the table during a first date once.. don't judge me. lol. seriously, just go here. you'll be so glad you did!!",
        "amazing restaurant! my husband & i come here often & we are never disappointed. we love all the food we have tried. the staff is very friendly & enthusiastic! definitely going to continue to come again & again!",
        "just had an amazing dinner. bj's restaurant great service and amazing time. my wife had the shrimp scampi pasta i have a lobster and steak was absolute fantastic and she highly suggest the cosmopolitans can't go wrong there",
        "try a pizzookie! it's a giant cookie or a sampler of medium sized cookies, served with a scoop of ice cream. i love the burgers and pasta. they have a great kid's menu and the gourmet sodas are excellent. i made a reservation for sixteen and they got us seated in a timely manner. the service was good and the food was excellent.",
        "great drinks, and great foods. great selections of drafts. i was amazed they had kona brewery's big wave. my favorite. few tv's to kick back and watch some games. awesome customer service.",
        "love bjs service was great as well as the food that's why we always go back. my. husband loves the clam chowder here it's the best in town. took a little while for the food to come but we enjoyed celebrating my oldest daughters birthday. keep up the great work and food and we will be back soon.",
    ],
    "summary": "me and my boyfriend came here on a late thursday night and we had the best service out of all the locations here! our waiter and busser were so attentive and helpful when it came to choosing things on the menu. they gave us samples of drinks that we were anxious to try and had great conversation. it's the closest one to my house so i will most definitely always come here!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "bj's continues to be a family favorite. the monzarella, and tomato salad is to die for! their new brussel sprouts with the sriracha sauce, it's okay. the sauce is delicious, however i would suggest blanching them first, and then put them on the grill for more tenderness. my husband had the portebello swiss burger. he said it was really good, less the balsalmic vinegar. we will continue to come to bj's. i love how they are always adding new menu items. their craft beers are really good. our waitress, rhonda was very attentive, and helpful. thank you for a wonderful experience.",
        "i've been to this restaurant a handful of times and every visit is awesome. their bbq wings are the best wings that i've had.... way better than bww. servers are always polite. a little slow service one night i went in for some drinks but other than that, no complaints. definitely will be back a lot.",
        "love this place! the food is always good and the service is great! ( if at all possible, ask for anthony as your server. he's absolutely amazing, extremely nice and his hospitality is second to none. ) the beer is great and you have to get a pazooki! great family place and always a good go to spot!",
        "let me just say, james p. has the best service i've ever received. he was such a nice person and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our night out. i love coming to this bj's because i know that we will always have great service! bj's is so lucky to have a server like you!",
        "i choose this place over bww any day. more great food selection, great beer and lots of tvs for gameday without the bww crowd. happy hour is great here too. unlike bww, they don't have happy hour. love this place and great location.",
        "wow, this place exceeded my expectations. i give their appetizers 5 stars. i always look for healthier appetizers and most places don't seem to have them. so sick of chips and dip and chicken wings for appetizer. we had the ahi pieces and the stuffed mushrooms and i really enjoyed both of them. the pizza pies were really good too. we had half mediterranean and half alfredo. so bad / good i don't have a sweet tooth and actually didn't enjoy the pazooki, waaayyyy too sweet for me.",
        "i used to work for bj's in a different state and can say this location holds to the standards of the company. they have amazing beers and great pizza. worth every penny! happy hour is a really good deal if you are looking to save a bit.",
        "happy hour is great! went to this location for the forst time and it was a great experience. happy hours lots of options and great value. wings, pizza, spinach and artichoke dip. they also have pear cider which is hard to find and it was all great food. five stars because the food was great, happy hour and the staff was very friendly.",
    ],
    "summary": "they have a good tuna poke appetizer and the turkey burger is awesome. the service is always good. prices are reasonable and the beers are exceptional. the pazookies are definitely worth a try. they have a trio that you can pick three different types for. it makes everyone in the family happy to get to choose their own dessert."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is a great lil brunch spot. it's busy as per usual scottsdale resteraunts, but had the ability to make a reservation via yelp... which is a win. we still had a wait upon our arrival, but it was worth it. we sat outside and watched all the fancy cars drive around. ordered a tigers milk it was strong... lol this is a good thing fyi... and i think it was a caprese omlet... pesto, fresh miss, the tomatoes were amazing... yum",
        "yum. packed. service... is okay. coffee is great! love the sugar selection [ hate splenda in coffee.. love stevia in coffee! ]. i ordered the turkey / boursin omelette and it was so good. i couldn't get over it. fast service but i don't recall anything special. in fact i do remember our waitress being pretty short with us but at least she did it with a smile! i can't wait to return.",
        "this place was packed saturday morning. i loved that you can grab a morning cocktail or coffee while you wait!! cafe au lait was wonderful!! i had steak & eggs for breakfast. it was cooked perfectly!!! love, love, love. i would definitely go here again!!",
        "this place in two words.... first class. i was told about this place from a cabbie ( thanks ) i ordered two breakfast plates the next morning and no regrets, everything was put together like i was eating in house, i can only imagine what the in house service is like..... oh i did i mention the food was great!!!!! i will recommend this establishment to all......",
        "if you haven't been to b. c., you're missing something wonderful! the food is only outdone by the wonderful wait staff! go early because the wait can be be long. we left there at about 9 : 00am a couple of sundays ago and the place was swamped. their price for a build your own omelette is lower than any of the scottsdale breakfast places. if you ask for something to be made special, they can do it! the most special thing on their menu is the french toast with glazed nuts and fresh berries - omg!! love this place!!",
        "ahmazing food! tuscan frittata was delish! excellent wait staff, everyone was attentive and quick. good coffee and a great vibe! we got there early, i'm sure as the breakfast crowd gets up it becomes busy.. but we enjoyed it!",
        "this place is the bomb! 5 days in scottsdale and we are breakfast here each day. the service is awesome from the moment you walk in. you will probably have to put your name on the list as there seems to be a wait, but well worth it. the servers were all very friendly and had great suggestions for things to try. i even ended up sitting next to someone who used to be a server there and she still comes in for breakfast often. she made some wonderful suggestions. this place does not disappoint and will be a favourite whenever i visit. keep up the good work breakfast club!",
        "our first visit of all days was on a sunday on a holiday weekend. the wait was the norm of 25 minutes for the time of the day. the staff was friendly and professional. once seated, the server was attentive and had a great smile. she gave us good info on the menu. with the time of day we expect a long order wait, however the food came out fast, meal recommendation is the huevos rancheros if you are hungry and like the taste of the south. the meal was yummy and authentic. in addition, you must try their bloody mary. i ordered it a little spice.",
    ],
    "summary": "great place, amazing food! loved it. i went on a sunday and the wait was pretty long, you can get into the waitlist through yelp which helps a lot, once you arrived just let them know you are there. perhaps, make sure you have your complete party with you as they will not let you sit if people are not there yet, that happened to me. besides that everything was amazing!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we are always sorry we came to eat at bjs, none of our specifics of our order came out as ordered. can you imagine roasted asparagus being spicy and not described that way on the menu. with my tongue on fire i said i'll have the green beans instead, nope those r spicy to. they remade my meal this time as ordered ribs light sauce this time the baked potatoe was not hot enough to melt the soft butter! like i said never coming back. now we are observing a health code violation live, busser is using same rag on table and seats",
        "the cooks and cashiers really need to start reading the orders, the sides are on all labels. we don't have the any sides at work. when we order food we would like to have everything. our time during break is very limited on when to eat.",
        "this bj's satisfies with their wide variety of foods. everything i've had there has been satisfactory - soup, salad, pizza, burgers, pasta, dessert, even their gluten free items! the cons is that it can get insanely busy and, as a result, service can be so - so.",
        "solid value. great kale & brussels sprouts salad. could have / should have left off the chicken. decent burger. cool, wide - open, loud, tv's. good service. lengthy of seat yourself bar tables... share your space & meet new friends! in summerlin coming back to lv from # redrocks conservation area! good stop",
        "10 minutes until a waiter came to our table, and not busy at the time. server was nice... steak was horrific! pizza and the chicken on the other hand... really good. but nothing special. i would come back, but not anytime soon.",
        "the food is always great, no matter what i get. the wait staff is attentive and their service is top - notch. i always go during lunch it seems a lot busier at night. i plan on going at least once every couple of weeks.",
        "this is a good neighborhood restaurant that does not disappoint. there was a wait on a sunday evening when we went so we just sat in the bar area instead. the deep dish pizza is really amazing. it's light and tasty. doesn't leave that heavy pit in your stomach after you walk out. don't get the caprese salad as the appetizer. it was average and nothing you wouldn't whip up at home. very mediocre. don't go out of your way to eat here, but don't avoid it either : )",
        "overall the food is pretty good. like most of the reviews say, the service can be slow. this place gets super busy. so do most of the restaurants in this area though. i think too many new homes and not enough major commercial centers to handle them all. there are a lot of people working here but i see them all overwhelmed. the raspberry lemonade is really good and refreshing. so is the root beer, and most of the beers i have tried. i haven't ordered anything on the menu i didn't like. and the menu is huge.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is ok, i like that they have guest beers on tap as well as their house blend. the pizza is good, no question. but the seared ahi salad is just sad. so sad it shouldn't even be served. there were about 10 slices of ahi, the thinnest slices i have ever had in a salad. sierra gold does a better version, with full pieces of ahi."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is amazing. everything on the menu is good at worst. i had a delicious rack of ribs with enough meat on the bone to choke a donkey. i love it. if you haven't had a pazookie yet, you are missing out.",
        "love this new location, mostly because it is close to the house. usually come here for a few drinks and dinner with friends. it is usually busy around the normal dinner time 6 - 8pm. i love the lunch specials. smaller portions but filling. i normally order a buffalo chicken pizza, grilled chicken pasta, or the bbq pulled pork sandwich. not all at once those are just a couple of favs. great service. bartenders are awesome. oh yea can't forget the pizookie.",
        "bj's never disappoints. after the amazing service from our last visit we came back this past week and wow! same 5 - star service and delicious food. this time we had jackie as our server. she made excellent recommendations and was just gracious from beginning to end. this restaurant is now our weekly go - to spot. thank you!!! and the extreme pepperoni is my new heaven.",
        "sam and i go to this restaurant pretty often. lately it has been a bit off. we have had the food come out wrong. or cold. but!! i do want to say that miriam and anthony are the most amazing servers that do their best to make sure that you are taken care of. we will definitely go back but will request to sit at one of their stations. thank you sam and sherri",
        "everytime i eat here, my food and service is always wonderful. i believe her name is amber ( server ) who is really attentive and gets you what you need before you ask. my favorite is their tomato mozzerella salad!! sooooo yummy!",
        "i had an awesome rootbeer... no really. the turkey cobb sandwhich was annihilated and the string fries were polished off. the place was brand new when i went. it was all good. i plan on going again soon.",
        "miriam was great. my service was so great. my boys loved the food. just the right amount of noise that i didnt feel guilty when the little one got riled up!! a go to spot. thanks again miriam!",
        "i'd recommend appetizers and drinks for this place. the burger was alright, the appetizers were top notch, and the beer was delicious. i'd also recommend double checking your bank statement. ( don't panic, the problem fixed itself. ) the staff gave us really really great service and the manager handled my over billing issue promptly. thanks bjs!",
    ],
    "summary": "the menu offers plenty of variety beyond the pizza. i love the deep crust pizza and their specialty pizzas are great. the problem is the timing of the food. every single time i eat here someone gets served a good ten minutes after the majority get food which is just awkward. if you are polite and wait then your meal gets cold. good thing they serve their own beers."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we've seen this place back home in houston, tx but had never been. our daughter took us while in town and i absolutely loved the home brew. had the maui pork chop and it was very tasty but the red potatoes that it came with so very dry, but the fresh green beans definitely made up for it.",
        "bjs is always a safe place to take friends or family for dinner. they offer everything from salads, to pizza, to pasta, to burgers, etc. they are known for the pizzas and pizookie desserts, so definitely give those a shot.",
        "my brother and i came to bjs to try something fresh, after hitting the gym and we ordered the santa fe and the asian chopped salad.. we loved the presentation, it looked so delicious and it was so flavorful, we are definetely coming back next week. great service, great food with an outstanding food presentation that makes you want to get more.",
        "great service nice atmosphere good food good variety of beer definitely will be going back again",
        "i love bj's, the service is always good. great food and drinks.",
        "always seem to be on top of their game... made room for an additional guest ( 7 ). very timely on service and refills... this is a regular place for us... thank you for making our meal special.",
        "my family and i had lunch here recently @ bj brewery and had a great time. i ordered moroccan salmon and a glass of local tap beer and my choices were awesome! we also ordered fried calamari and avocado roll for appetizers to share. the lunch was just perfect with great food and great company.",
        "this is your standard casual dining restaurant and it does its job effectively. we come 2 - 3 times per month and rarely have any issues. the food is good, the drinks are done well, and the servers are prompt and efficient. i would recommend this place over tgifridays and chili's any day.",
    ],
    "summary": "their berry cider is delicious, it is very sweet so i highly recommend it for the ladies, but as well they do brew their own beer, and have a large selection of liquor, so very accommodating for both men and women. there are quite a few tv's all around so it's good to come for a game. i thought all the bartenders and servers were very nice and helpful."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "breakfast simply doesn't get better than this. nice place, great coffee, and their steak and eggs is the best in the valley. i've never needed more than my fork to cut my steak. they have a few different'benedicts'each of which will take you to a culinary place you'll be glad you visited. did i mention how good the coffee is? seriously.",
        "went on a friends recommendation and couldn't have been more pleased. i ordered the waffles banana's foster, it was to die for. love this place and i will go again. p. s. i drove 50mins just to try it. it was worth the drive.",
        "i ate here once and we still talk about it. we stopped here on the way from the airport to mesa. i've never had a fluffier pancake in my life. the benedict was amazing. the fruit they serve your food with is fresh and delicious. the portions are great. the coffee is good. seriously, we joke about driving to arizona just for breakfast.",
        "fav place to eat breakfast, got to try it! i have been all over old town scottsdale to eat and there are some truly amazing place, in my opinion breakfast club is absolutely the best! get the app to cut the wait for a table! my wife and i have walk here each morning for 5 consecutive days to eat, there is that many truly great choices here. go to's are huevos con masa, and the breakfast grilled cheese. all the servers are extremely friendly and joyful to have you order off menu.... and they get it right!",
        "hands down, one of the best breakfast spots i've ever been to. the service was excellent. food was amazing. just make sure you are prepared for the wait to get in! you'll love this place!",
        "what a great breakfast. i sat at bar and met some people. great place to just trade talk. food was great. staff was great. place was great. go here people. go.",
        "eggs scrambled with jalapenos! need i say more! they were spicey hot and i loved them. i had the belgian buckwheat waffles and they were cooked to my specs... crispy on the outside with butter to smother and it was heaven! coffee was nice. sun was warming us to a crisp while we waited but it was all worth the wait. you need to go to know!",
        "this has to be one of if not the best breakfastplace in scottsdale / phoenix area. excellent meal. had the egg scramble. others had the pancakes l and french toast. all were amazing. highly recommend checking in online. made check in to seating very quick.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is the best. they listen to you when you asked them to not use oils and butters if you'd like. they have so many healthy choices. their coffee is amazing. all the fresh squeeze juice us. there's so many options. they make you feel wonderful about any special ways you want to order. it's a very healthy atmosphere and just all around perfect"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my wife and i enjoyed our dinner. the restaurant was very busy, but we were seated right away. our server kym was absolutely great. hands down some of the best service in town and i have been a local for 22 years. if you are in the northwest sode of town stop in. you will not be disappointed. the menu has a lot of different options.",
        "came to this place with family. price is right for what you get. desserts are famous here. i got the red velvet pazookie is was so delicious had to order 1 more. service was alright. they just wanna turn around tables there. other than that the hostess was very nice had to only wait for 5 minutes for a table. and the server was showing his hospitality there. good job",
        "i visited this location 04 / 07 / 18 at around 9pm. walking in we were kindly greeted by the hostess. was sat in a comfortable booth, very spacious. our server was exceptional, fairly kind but service lacked a little. she took awhile to take our order but excused herself. on another instance she forgot about my refill but again she forgave herself. my compliments to the kitchen staff because the food was beyond amazing. gets better every time i go. would definitely go back. only improvement would be quicker service. other than that it was great",
        "kim was our bartender sunday night and was the tits! the pumpkin beer is awesome and she gave us amazing recommendations. if you come here ask for kim!!! excellent customer service! this is dj, i agree, kim was the tits. the service was exceptional, the salsa was enlightening, and i feel like i truly understand the meaning of life.",
        "all i can say is finally, finally i have found ribs i can just clean the bones. great great baby back ribs. love this place. soooo much to choose from. passed this place for years. not anymore. choose this place on grub hub. ordered 3 times in the first week. great food. with just take out. i can't wait to take my family. my husband works out of the country, bj's will be our 1st stop from the airport in a few weeks.",
        "my family and myself were at your restaurant on sunday. our server was nicholas and he was very attentive to our needs. one of the politest young men we have encountered in our life. the food was very yummy. the kid who brought our food was a doll as well. thank you for the fantastic dining experience. plan on making this our regular sunday dining place. thank you hiring such a wonderful staff.",
        "had amazing service!! anthony was our server and he went above and beyond what any server has ever done for my family. he brought a cider for me to try that he thought i would like and he was super attentive! our food was fantastic and everything was so nice!!",
        "miriam was great. my service was so great. my boys loved the food. just the right amount of noise that i didnt feel guilty when the little one got riled up!! a go to spot. thanks again miriam!",
    ],
    "summary": "i like the jeremiah red beer at bjs. just ordered the sante fe spring rolls. they are always good. not too long of a wait to get in. sit at the bar and get discounts on your beer and apitizers. comfortable place. my wife loves the salad. go to bjs. and of course the pizza is great."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the service was good, the salmon was good, the salad was good, the veggies need work.",
        "sort of a mixed bag with this visit. we ordered a roasted vegetable and goat cheese flatbread pizza ( excellent and just the right amount of food ), a parmesan crusted chicken sandwich ( sandwich was pretty good, but i didn't much care for the fries ), and a chicken quesadilla ( overly spicy in a brassy way ). the service was great at the start. but, by the end, the restaurant had filled up and we had to wait a bit just to get our bill. still, overall, a very good meal.",
        "ordered a vegetarian small pizza with goat cheese added. it was just meh. i've been here a couple other times and the salads ( esp the ahi tuna ) are a lot better than the pizza. i think the wines are slightly overpriced but not too bad. service was decent the night we went. the menu is huge and i do like the selection - just not the pizza. crust was a little burnt an no flavor. hardly any sauce.",
        "i've always been a fan of bj's restaurant and usually enjoy coming here. however this recent visit, the food quality was not up to par. i ordered the seared ahi salad and the fish was chewy and seemed to taste a bit old. a fellow family member ordered spaghetti and meatballs, and the meatballs ended up being burnt but the garlic knots were undercooked. i've never had an issue with food here before, so i'm wondering what happened this visit. our server was wonderful and so helpful however and the manager also spoke to us about the food issues and resolved them.",
        "it's a good place for happy hour with my friends. not into sports or beer but their poke is pretty good. not my favorite but close to my house and easy to get to.",
        "the food is always delicious and not to mention those to die for pazookies! but, this time my service was extremely slow. our waitress didnt have very many tables but yet never had enough time to see how we were doing on our meal. i come for the food, not for the service!",
        "fun atmosphere, decent all american food, 3rd time at this location, always crowded, no complaints.",
        "good food. i had the avocado egg rolls and southern comfort chicken sandwich. the egg rolls are decent but could use something besides avocado. mostly tasted like mushy avocado. the chicken sandwich was good. my wife had the jambalaya and it was decent but something in it tasted a bit off... maybe too much blackened seasoning on the chicken. overall good but i didn't try the beer.",
    ],
    "summary": "we were referred to this place by some friends for the pizza. after waiting about 40 minutes to be seated, and another 40 for our food, we were ready to dive in to our pizza. the food is good, the atmosphere cozy, the service decent, somewhat pricey. it's not a place i would go out of my way for, but not a place i would avoid or mind eating at again."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i came in at opening to make a reservation because they are weird about making them over the phone. i was planning a birthday dinner for twenty - five and don't want to spend half the evening waiting for a table. they told me to wait for a manager so i sat in the entry way for twenty - five minutes before i finally left. i came at opening to avoid a crowd and there were five tables in the entire restaurant occupied so it's it as if they were slammed. hopefully i can talk my husband into having his birthday dinner literally anywhere else.",
        "the food is decent, but the service is the worst in town! we have gone twice just to see if it was a bad night, and the same lousy service was had! if you expect a meal under 2 hours, go somewhere else! they barely refill drinks, the waiter took 25 minutes to even take our order, it was absolutely awful!",
        "and again service sucks, but let me get this straight \" the servers are excellent \" it's the management!!!! in their efforts to save money ( as demanded by the owners ) they cut common sense service with the thought that they are doing a good job saving money when in fact they are shooting themselves in the foot. wise up owners, your greed for making money is going to put your business \" out of business \".",
        "service was very poor : ( food was ok. i wouldn't recommend this location. i won't be coming back.",
        "3rd visit not good! waited for server to bring waters took her 10min then server sets them down and takes another table their drinks doesn't return until she turns in their order then busses another table! we left!",
        "going to this establishment in person is a lot better than ordering take out from them! i warn everyone don't order food for home delivery! the service is terrible, always late and the food delivered is ice cold! unless you love soggy, cold fries and burgers i suggest you go to their dine in establishment!",
        "awful! bacon cheeseburger was missing bacon and cheese. it took 15 minutes to fix. chicken alfredo was cardboard with noodles that had 1 tablespoon of something that looks like curdled milk.",
        "bjs has really gone downhill. i ordered a chicken salad which included a cold grilled chicken breast, which seemed to have been refrigerated. service is not what it used to be, we boxed up our own to go food. in the past our servers have always boxed up our food. the waitress was not famaliar with their drink menu and the drinks were not good. my husband ordered a \" drink like that'and it was not made lime it used to be. our check came to us wrong and had to be corrected. bjs used to be one of my favorite places however the food and service are not what i remembered.",
    ],
    "summary": "terrible customer service bad choice in restaurant our waitress brandi lacked in customer service skills, i myself working with the public know it doesn't matter if your having a bad day or you're just too tired to be at work there is no excuse customers pay for good service you need to put a big smile on your face and get the job done right because without customers you don't have a job."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "visiting scottsdale for a few days and found this place on yelp. decided to give it a try on a sunday morning. i was not disappointed one bit. i was told when we arrived that the wait would be about 30 minutes. they were right on the mark. it took the waitress a little long to get to us initially, but once she got to us she was very attentive. the food came out super fast. i had the traditional eggs benedict and my wife had the bc signature french toast. while the eggs benedict was great, the signature french toast was to die for. i highly recommend this place for breakfast and the prices are reasonable. the restaurant was really fantastic.",
        "i'm so glad me and my girlfriend tried this place out! i had a mushroom omelette w / onions. tomatoes. spinach. and cheese. the omelette was definitely full fulling! ( pretty huge ) and delicious! along with the o'brien potatoes, they use green and red bell peppers that gives it a kick out of it! my girlfriend had the banana waffles with a scoop if ice cream on top.. very good too! hits the spot for a sweet tooth! over all the food was good! a little pricey but its worth it! definitely will be coming back here again.",
        "always even a fan of this place. took my boyfriend here last minute at 2 : 45 even though they close at 3.. right away we order, me the regular breakfast and my boyfriend the lox plate. i have always remembered they have fast service, and they lived up to my expectation once again. everything was perfect and so fresh. must come back again soon. i forgot how good it was! i also love the ambience. very clean and has a good scottsdale feel. i remember a few years ago when they revamped the place, and it's looking better than ever.",
        "i love the breakfast burrito. i mean its excellent. i get it smothered in pork green chili. whew! today i am getting the also lovely jalapeno biscuts n gravy w / eggs. never a bad visit. always @ the last minute",
        "update 2 / 23 / 18 - so, our usual awesome service and great food was back. adding back my 5 stars that i took away after one visit that didn't meet expectations for service. food never disappoints and this time stephanie made the experience so great. i had the bird omelette with turkey and avocado - so delicious! coffee is the best and stephanie gave me one to go. this has been our go to breakfast place since we began our winter retreats to scottsdale four years ago. i'm happy we came back this trip!",
        "our first visit of all days was on a sunday on a holiday weekend. the wait was the norm of 25 minutes for the time of the day. the staff was friendly and professional. once seated, the server was attentive and had a great smile. she gave us good info on the menu. with the time of day we expect a long order wait, however the food came out fast, meal recommendation is the huevos rancheros if you are hungry and like the taste of the south. the meal was yummy and authentic. in addition, you must try their bloody mary. i ordered it a little spice.",
        "i went here on a tuesday morning about a month ago for the first time. i've passed by on the weekends and because it was always packed never stopped in. finally it looked not too busy but it was still a little busy! our waitress was friendly and prompt. the v12 tomato juice made in house was one of the best things i've tasted. the omelette i got was delicious, the fruit was fresh and service was very nice. i can't wait to go back for some more delicious food!",
        "lived up to the positive reviews. i went with 3 other people on a sunday at 11 : 30. there was a 20 minute wait, but i expected this. the food and service were great including the hostess. two of us had omelets, two had pancakes with a side of eggs. everyone enjoyed their meals. i liked all of the fruit they had a a side with the omelets. the side potatoes were also good with a lo of sauteed veggies mixed in. total bill for 4 people was about $ 50. i would go again next time i'm in phoenix area.",
    ],
    "summary": "my favorite breakfast in scottsdale on our trip! there is always one on every trip we have and this one was it for me. i had the four cheese omelet that was heavenly! just omg. i still think about that just mmmm. if we came back to scottsdale this would be the first place to hit up."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we came here on a friday morning. the place was packed and there was a 5 minute wait. i checked on yelp on what people have ordered and of course, i read hailey p's review and get the bird omelet and the bc iced coffee. definitely did not disappoint, but the portions were generous so i had to box half of my food for later. unfortunately, it wasn't good later in the day as leftovers. i do see why this place is a hit in scottsdale. it's a great breakfast club so be sure to try it!",
        "i have driven by breakfast club often and there is always a line. as a result i have never stopped to eat. yesterday, on sunday, i braved the crowds and tried bc for the first time. service was great. even though the restaurant was very busy, the servers and waitresses did a great job of taking our order, keeping our glasses filled, and getting us our food quickly. the food was good, but not the most amazing breakfast i have ever had. i would / will go again, but it will probably be a few months before i look at going back.",
        "everything here was amazing! it definitely should be one your bucket list for breakfast in scottsdale and is worth the wait. luckily you can get in line on the nowait app and yourself save time. we ordered the breakfast burrito, huevos masa, biscuits with country gravy, and the pancakes. everything was great and couldn't be better.",
        "great place, amazing food! loved it. i went on a sunday and the wait was pretty long, you can get into the waitlist through yelp which helps a lot, once you arrived just let them know you are there. perhaps, make sure you have your complete party with you as they will not let you sit if people are not there yet, that happened to me. besides that everything was amazing!",
        "we ate breakfast here twice during our stay. the food and service were both good. i just had the basic breakfast, which was good. my husband had a meaty scramble and says it was wonderful.",
        "this place is probably crowded all the time. went here on a monday morning and the line was insane. good thing we decided to wait it out because bc is delicious. i wasn't too hungry so i just went with your standard 2 eggs and bacon. let me tell you something : their bacon is out of control good, and i'm not a huge bacon guy. fresh fruit was also delicious. next time i'm in scottsdale, i'm coming back.",
        "great brunch place. we been here couple times and we will come back here for sure. good food, good service. hot servers : ) they always busy and our food came after 10min! that was unbelievable. even if you have to wait for a table it's worth it to wait because service is very fast. one thing i didn't like - honey cup was so sticky and dirty, i feel like you should clean before you bring it....",
        "a native of scottsdale, this establishment belongs here. great service. fast. friendly and healthy. a little noisy inside, but they have \" mist machines \" outside if you can handle the heat.",
    ],
    "summary": "really good spot for breakfast in scottsdale. great service and great breakfast. nothing fancy here, just solid food. omelets are really good and pretty large. i love that you can find really fresh and healthy options here. the place gets really crowded on the weekends so make sure you get there early. if you're by yourself, just sit at the bar and you'll be well taken care of."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went on a friends recommendation and couldn't have been more pleased. i ordered the waffles banana's foster, it was to die for. love this place and i will go again. p. s. i drove 50mins just to try it. it was worth the drive.",
        "my husband and i try to eat at the breakfast club a few times a month. love this place! i'm a real breakfast fan and therefore look for good breakfast places whenever i travel, which is often. the breakfast club remains one of my favorites. love the bc breakfast sandwich and the breakfast grilled cheese. the service has always been excellent and though there is often a wait, it's worth it. they are also more than happy to modify a dish to your specifications. i typically order one of the large mimosas and the only criticism is that the orange juice is a little bitter, however i attribute that to the fact they used fresh squeezed juice which is worth the trade off.",
        "what a great breakfast. i sat at bar and met some people. great place to just trade talk. food was great. staff was great. place was great. go here people. go.",
        "today is my first time at this terrific restaurant - and i will definitely be back! the setvice was prompt, very courteous and professional. the quinoa salad was one of the most creative i've had for sometime. and the compilation of foods and spices made it delicious, yet very healthy. i did treat myself to a side of applewood smoked bacon - after all my name is bacon ; so it was a must : - ). even though it was thick sliced, it was refreshingly crisp, yet tender. the only improvement i would suggest is for the music to be slightly softer. this was an exceptional experience, and i enthusiastically recommend the breakfast club!",
        "breakfast simply doesn't get better than this. nice place, great coffee, and their steak and eggs is the best in the valley. i've never needed more than my fork to cut my steak. they have a few different'benedicts'each of which will take you to a culinary place you'll be glad you visited. did i mention how good the coffee is? seriously.",
        "this is by far one of the best breakfast joints in scottsdale. they've remodeled and expanded so the space is huge and there's less wait even on a saturday or sunday. they have a delish assortment of breakfast, brunchy and lunchy items. i love their french toast with challah bread. they also make an incredible grilled cheese. only complaint : the tomato soup leaves something to be desired, it's over - peppered and hard to eat. the service is always great and the staff is extremely peppy and professional. naomi garnice gives it four stars!",
        "during our golf trip to the area our sunday brunch is usually here. crazy thing is it's not too far from our club spot we usually go to on friday. they use fresh ingredients and the wait staff is outstanding. i do recommend however you make reservations whenever you can because this place gets packed on sundays. the weight could be anywhere between 30 to 40 minutes but its worth it. they have a wide variety of breakfast options and the atmosphere is also welcoming",
        "we go here every sunday, can't beat it!! i eat out for breakfast 3 - 4 times a week and at different places. this place is my favorite breakfast spot. we almost always have a different server and we have yet to have one that wasn't great. today it was bethany that took it over the top and got me off my butt to write a review. thanks for the great service!!",
    ],
    "summary": "i love this place. i have been going here for years now. they changed the interior which is more inviting and open. the bar makes it a great place to watch tv and the outside patio is looking into old town. very bright and welcoming hosts i recommend this for your breakfast place to go."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "each time i've come here it has always been a pleasure. good food, good drinks and great atmosphere. you can come dressed up or come with sandals that's the vibe of this place. the bar is great with great beers especially made for bj's. besides all of this i wish that the red velvet pazookie would come back",
        "thanks frank. i appreciate you taking the time to take my call. glad to see you address problems like this rather than ignoring them. the shift manager did honor the coupon after i pointed out you can't impose restrictions that are not specified on the coupon. by the way, the chicken tenders and the thin cut fries are excellent.",
        "the service and food is always great here! i especially like that they always remember my name and what i like to order. if you are looking for a neighborhood bar / restaurant that treats you like family, come to bj's on centennial.",
        "this is our first time here very impressive the food was very good and fresh! the server was very friendly. i will come back",
        "i love ordering from their small bites menu. i always order the gourmet mac & cheese and the fried artichokes. the beer and cider drinks are really good as well. the only disappointment would be the red velvet pizookie, to me it tasted like straight butterscotch. red velvet is known to have chocolate inside.",
        "i don't come here very often but it's always nice when i do. the root beer is fantastic! i've never had a bad experience with service. the food is good but not fantastic. i typically get pizza. desert is always good but i'm usually too full to get it.",
        "i love this place because they have the most beers on tap in the area. dead guy ipa is my personal favorite. i've always liked bj's for their food, but i will admit that i usually go for their high calorie salads, soup and beer... the ahi tuna salad is delightful and the main thing i get here. the other things to consider - chopped salad thai shrimp lettuce wraps santa fe spring rolls",
        "amazing deep dish pizza's, wonderful service. house draft is really good. i love the pizookee, wow just an all around fantastic place to eat!",
    ],
    "summary": "love this restaurant the selection of food is huge you can literally spend 20 minutes trying to decide what to choose from that huge menu. very nice and welcoming environment and the area is good. you must try the pizza here i ordered it once just to try something different and now i cant get anything else."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the food here is always excellent. it is great to sit outside and enjoy a wide variety of breakfast options and brunch options. this is a favorite spot for me to take friends, family, clients, and anyone for a serious or lighthearted meal. service was excellent. i got a customized omelette. i also was able to substitute cottage cheese instead of fries and fruit, so it made for a completely protein rich breakfast. the benedicts are always good and the omelettes are always good. make sure you get a large helping of iced green tea! it was also great to order coffee from the bar while we were waiting. made it very enjoyable. enjoy!",
        "what can i say? i love this place. i've never had a dish i didn't like here. the energy is great, the people are fun. i wish there were more room! and i wish the misters had a little more \" oomph \" out on the patio during the summer, but what are you gonna do? if you have friends in town and you're looking for a foolproof breakfast joint the breakfast club is it.",
        "was there again this weekend - thought i'd give a shout out because this place is so good. haven't been since the remodel, which is amazing. the space is huge now and so warm and inviting. the traditional eggs benedict is to die for as well as their potatoes. not to mention their fruit. i swear they have a farm out back and pick it fresh. probably one of the best places for breakfast in az.",
        "delicious food! our waitress was a little preoccupied but it was quite busy. the amount of food we received was huge! we couldn't finish it all and the apple juice... amazing. if we're ever in scottsdale again, i want to go back and try more!",
        "today is my first time at this terrific restaurant - and i will definitely be back! the setvice was prompt, very courteous and professional. the quinoa salad was one of the most creative i've had for sometime. and the compilation of foods and spices made it delicious, yet very healthy. i did treat myself to a side of applewood smoked bacon - after all my name is bacon ; so it was a must : - ). even though it was thick sliced, it was refreshingly crisp, yet tender. the only improvement i would suggest is for the music to be slightly softer. this was an exceptional experience, and i enthusiastically recommend the breakfast club!",
        "what a great breakfast. i sat at bar and met some people. great place to just trade talk. food was great. staff was great. place was great. go here people. go.",
        "went on a friends recommendation and couldn't have been more pleased. i ordered the waffles banana's foster, it was to die for. love this place and i will go again. p. s. i drove 50mins just to try it. it was worth the drive.",
        "my husband and i try to eat at the breakfast club a few times a month. love this place! i'm a real breakfast fan and therefore look for good breakfast places whenever i travel, which is often. the breakfast club remains one of my favorites. love the bc breakfast sandwich and the breakfast grilled cheese. the service has always been excellent and though there is often a wait, it's worth it. they are also more than happy to modify a dish to your specifications. i typically order one of the large mimosas and the only criticism is that the orange juice is a little bitter, however i attribute that to the fact they used fresh squeezed juice which is worth the trade off.",
    ],
    "summary": "during our golf trip to the area our sunday brunch is usually here. crazy thing is it's not too far from our club spot we usually go to on friday. they use fresh ingredients and the wait staff is outstanding. i do recommend however you make reservations whenever you can because this place gets packed on sundays. the weight could be anywhere between 30 to 40 minutes but its worth it. they have a wide variety of breakfast options and the atmosphere is also welcoming"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great, quick breakfast two days in a row. sat at the bar on a tues and wed back - to - back for a great experience both times. the staff was attentive, the quick start was great with perfectly prepared eggs and bacon. nice tvs with morning news and markets. highly recommended!",
        "delicious food! every time i go there, the service has been great. best breakfast place i've ever been to in all my life. their strawberry jam is freshly made. so delicious on their hot bread. portions are gigantic. 2 people can eat off 1 dish.... well, maybe one and a half people. i read the service isn't that great but i've been there a dozen times and never had bad service. cant wait to go this week and have chorizo omelet.",
        "terrific as usual. everything is always delicious especially their potato's o'brien that comes with most dishes. our server was jamie who was not only at the top of her game but super sweet! as an active air force member, i know they don't normally do discounts because their menu is reasonably priced but i was curious if they had any specials for veterans day. the manager surprised us by comping the whole meal. always our favorite place for breakfast in scottsdale!",
        "very busy now, but got seats at bar available first come, and i'm here. orange juice now. waffle and 2 eggs and bacon coming. all was quite excellent and absolutely would return. no complaints.",
        "update 2 / 23 / 18 - so, our usual awesome service and great food was back. adding back my 5 stars that i took away after one visit that didn't meet expectations for service. food never disappoints and this time stephanie made the experience so great. i had the bird omelette with turkey and avocado - so delicious! coffee is the best and stephanie gave me one to go. this has been our go to breakfast place since we began our winter retreats to scottsdale four years ago. i'm happy we came back this trip!",
        "a couple weeks ago my husband and i stopped here for breakfast around 12 : 30 p. m on a sunday. they were very busy, but the hosts took our name promptly and in a friendly way let us know that it could be 45 minutes to an hour. we were sat at a table in approximately 35 minutes and greeted quickly. our waitress was nice and the food arrived in a timely manner. i had the biscuits and gravy and my husband had a caprese salad. both were absolutely fantastic. the food was fresh, served at appropriate temperatures and seasoned perfectly. now i understand why they are so busy! the prices are very reasonable as well. this place is a treasure among the old town bar scene and we will most certainly be back.",
        "delicious, fresh meal. great and fast, service. nice and friendly staff. good location. we will be back again.",
        "this experience was much better than the first. they still run short - staffed. server : table ratios are short, but the food is excellent. several folks had omelets and breakfast burritos, but i opted for steelcut oatmeal and berries. very good meal! free parking and getting in / out was reasonable.",
    ],
    "summary": "i was in phoenix for a short vacation and found this place on yelp while looking for a brunch spot. we were not disappointed! everything was amazing. i got an omelette and a piece of french toast, and my husband got the biscuits and gravy. we both had a cocktail. there was no wait on a saturday around noon, and the place was clean and staff were friendly."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went in around 2 : 30 to eat they lied said the card machine wasn't working just so they can close early. bad business to be in scottsdale.",
        "you can't be seated until entire party is there, meanwhile more and more people take your spot. stupid rule, i don't understand how someone thought that that was a good idea.",
        "excellent eggs benedict : the ham was thick, the eggs were perfectly prepared, the hollandaise sauce was buttery without too much garlic or citrus.",
        "food is completely average but they get much love from me because they have the best chai i have ever had in my whole life. if there is a wait, grab a chai to go and skip down the street to a better breakfast.",
        "apparantely they aren't connect with yelp's digital waitlist. because when we got here, they didn't have my information. i got no apology from the front of house staff, and was asked what i wanted to do. then told its another 20 minutes. gimme a break.",
        "good food and wait is waaaay better since they expanded awhile back. staff is prompt and pleasant. if you have to wait order a beverage at the breakfast bar on the left.",
        "typical breakfast food, but good flavors, except for the orange juice - - too sour. stuffy service. hard to find parking. long wait, even out of season. but a good spot to enjoy for an early morning bite.",
        "its alright nothing to special about it just your normal breakfast spot. morning squeeze and daily dose have more unique concepts",
    ],
    "summary": "have eaten here a couple of times and have been fairly pleased. ate here saturday november 3rd. service okay, but food was cold. later, after no other food, stomach problems and out it came. my impression is that they are so busy they cut corners, with the food and probably with the prep in the kitchen."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "innovative dishes attractively presented. good service despite the crowds. always eat here when in town. well worth the usual wait.",
        "we were pleased that we arrived before the big crowd and got shown to a table right away. we had driven by hundreds of times and we always wanted to at least try it once. service was fast and the staff was friendly. i had a delicious smoothie. one of the best i've had so far! my hubby ordered the blueberry pancakes and i got the cinnamon french challah bread. i thought everything was pretty good but when we got the bill i was amazed how expensive the meal was! the food was good but not that good. i understand they use fresh ingredients and everything but it still seemed a bit overpriced.",
        "i came here with five of my girlfriends for our girls weekend. in short i had the best omelette of my life. got the tuscan omelette and added bacon. our food was out in literally five minutes after we ordered it. fresh squeezed oj and amazing service!",
        "i love the breakfast burrito. i mean its excellent. i get it smothered in pork green chili. whew! today i am getting the also lovely jalapeno biscuts n gravy w / eggs. never a bad visit. always @ the last minute",
        "the best american breakfast i've ever had, hands down. great service, great coffee, great start to the day. better than any place i've been to in college towns or new york city ( where i'm from ) the pancakes ( with bananas foster ) were out of this world and went great with the quick start loaded breakfast.",
        "just wanted to thank all my friends at breakfast club for comping our meal today on our anniversary. amazing what great service everyone was getting during the morning before the super bowl. it was swamped and handled with aplomb. food was excellent as always.",
        "the service and hospitality alone makes it a 5 star and the food adds to the experience. it is a jen of place with great breakfast. great choices - something for everyone and tasty. is my must visit once joint every time i am in scottsdale. keep it up guys - u have a good thing going here",
        "absolutely best eggs benedict in scottsdale. i got the spicy one with sausage! fantastic.",
    ],
    "summary": "i came in and had breakfast on the patio had the turkey bird omelette it was absolutely amazing the fresh fruit carly was my server and it was such a nice surprise as i remember her as a server in discovery bay california fresh out of high school. excellent service today this place is lucky to have her i highly recommend sitting on the patio"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place has gone downhill. i liked about half the food. they changed the recipes and removed some of my favorites. our last visit we experienced slow service although friendly. i'd give the server 9 / 10 for trying, but the kitchen seemed to be slow or something. the fried food was especially greasy the other day when i was there. every other time the place had really good food. the portion sizes have also shrank. i'll give them another shot in the future.",
        "i visited this location 04 / 07 / 18 at around 9pm. walking in we were kindly greeted by the hostess. was sat in a comfortable booth, very spacious. our server was exceptional, fairly kind but service lacked a little. she took awhile to take our order but excused herself. on another instance she forgot about my refill but again she forgave herself. my compliments to the kitchen staff because the food was beyond amazing. gets better every time i go. would definitely go back. only improvement would be quicker service. other than that it was great",
        "came for friday brunch right as they opened, empty at first & filled up quickly. but not loud or annoying. service was fast! server was kind, they have a nice lunch menu. good food, great seasoning. good portions. i ordered a mojito & this place knew what they were doing! not a lot of places can make a decent one. i'd definitely go back",
        "the menu is huge looks kinda like the cheesecake factory menu. the pizza was descent. i had the darkest beer they serve and it was amazing!! artichoke fried hearts were okay but they were pretty cheap. will be returning to try the infamous cookie dessert. i love the caprese salad and for only 3. 95 $ this place is great!!",
        "super service. got the unlimited soups and salads so i could try different things. a friend got the egg rolls and enjoyed them. the overall favorite were the pazookies. so yummy. i was glad we tried them.",
        "so i decided to come for a quick drink and lunch before work. i sat down at the end of the bar near the entrance and waited for about 8 minutes to get greeted. i watched the bartender jessica take care of 3 guests before me including 2 new guests that sat down 2 minutes after me. they recieved a greet within 30 secs and beers within 1 minute. crazy. i finally made eye contact with her and she asked me what i was drinking. i told her an irish pear and then asked for the manager. didnt make a big deal just wanted to provide him with feedback. other than that i love the food. - ty",
        "i really want to give them a five star! but i want to come back some more to see consistency. we sat at the bar right away. the appetizers took awhile to come but they were worth it! the spinach dip looked soupy but i was surprised! it was really good! i had the bison burger and my wife had the poke salad. come from hawaii the poke was made fr ah and it was oishi ( delicious )! the bison burger was so juicy! the sweet potato fries were so good we had to order extra. the fish and chips were golden brown and crunchy. i was very well pleased. their menu is huge but they don't sacrifice quality!",
        "visited bj's for the first time recently with a group of friends for a birthday celebration and overall experience was good. our server i believe heidi was her name was great as well as another server / busser that was working with her, they were great with our large party. my burger was ok, nothing great. i'd definitely go back for the service and try something else next time. thank you.",
    ],
    "summary": "came to this place with family. price is right for what you get. desserts are famous here. i got the red velvet pazookie is was so delicious had to order 1 more. service was alright. they just wanna turn around tables there. other than that the hostess was very nice had to only wait for 5 minutes for a table. and the server was showing his hospitality there. good job"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "just had dinner here tonight. was welcomed as soon as we walked in and seated right away. i ordered the bacon cheeseburger and it was so good! rodrigo was our waiter and he was awesome. recommended the pazookie after our meal because i had never been here before and we had to try it. everything was great! will definitely be coming back here to try the amazing selection of beers.",
        "i have been going to this location for a couple years now with okay service. but today i had anthony as my waiter today. he was absolutely amazing. the best waiter i have had hands down in years. he was so attentive, and gave us plenty of options. hold onto this guy. i will be going here more often because of him. absolutely awesome.",
        "bj's continues to be a family favorite. the monzarella, and tomato salad is to die for! their new brussel sprouts with the sriracha sauce, it's okay. the sauce is delicious, however i would suggest blanching them first, and then put them on the grill for more tenderness. my husband had the portebello swiss burger. he said it was really good, less the balsalmic vinegar. we will continue to come to bj's. i love how they are always adding new menu items. their craft beers are really good. our waitress, rhonda was very attentive, and helpful. thank you for a wonderful experience.",
        "so i decided to come for a quick drink and lunch before work. i sat down at the end of the bar near the entrance and waited for about 8 minutes to get greeted. i watched the bartender jessica take care of 3 guests before me including 2 new guests that sat down 2 minutes after me. they recieved a greet within 30 secs and beers within 1 minute. crazy. i finally made eye contact with her and she asked me what i was drinking. i told her an irish pear and then asked for the manager. didnt make a big deal just wanted to provide him with feedback. other than that i love the food. - ty",
        "all i can say is finally, finally i have found ribs i can just clean the bones. great great baby back ribs. love this place. soooo much to choose from. passed this place for years. not anymore. choose this place on grub hub. ordered 3 times in the first week. great food. with just take out. i can't wait to take my family. my husband works out of the country, bj's will be our 1st stop from the airport in a few weeks.",
        "my wife and i enjoyed our dinner. the restaurant was very busy, but we were seated right away. our server kym was absolutely great. hands down some of the best service in town and i have been a local for 22 years. if you are in the northwest sode of town stop in. you will not be disappointed. the menu has a lot of different options.",
        "the food was great, but the pizookie was the best! every single flavor is so delicious. you have to get one even if you're full and can't fit no more, just make room haha! over all our waiter was amazing! shout out to james for making us have such a wonderful time. first time meeting him and it felt like we have been friends for a while! he was on top of everything for our group, especially with the surprise bday pizookie for my bestfriend! never been so happy to give such a big tip. thanks for the great food and service from james bj's!",
        "i thoroughly enjoyed this place 1. good beer selection 2. amazing pizza 3. great service and staff! 4. just go!!! lol",
    ],
    "summary": "seriously just left this place and had the best experience. kim was our bartender and was the best service i've had in a while. she was very casual and professional. she knew so much about the menu and recommended some many vegan options. i would recommend her to anybody. thank you for the outstanding service kim"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "so normally i love this place and all the waiters are friendly and nice! food is always tasty here and what you order is what you get. but i tried a steak here, the ribeye and it was horrible! i know this is a not a steakhouse but this piece of meal was so chewy and not even flavored at all! i added a bit of salt to bring it to life and nothing. i tried rubbing some of the flavoring of my veggies into it. very disappointed in this $ 27 steak and will never ever order this again! should stick to the chicken or pizzas here! we did get the root beer ribs as an appetizer and my boyfriends parmesan chicken was delicious! and the peach berry unsweetened tea is amazing!",
        "1st time there. friendly staff with a clean and inviting atmosphere. waited about 5 min to be seated but it was very busy and i now know why. i had a jalapeno burger, wife had the chili, kids had spaghetti, sirloin steak and chicken tenders. all were terrific with wonderful flavor. total bill came out to $ 90 which is awesome for 5 ppl. until next time!",
        "solid place with a great menu! i think the chicken tortilla soup is so good! but there is so many varieties and a nice low - cal menu as well. service was great the last time i was there. flat bread pizzas are really really good. i like it here.",
        "the menu is huge looks kinda like the cheesecake factory menu. the pizza was descent. i had the darkest beer they serve and it was amazing!! artichoke fried hearts were okay but they were pretty cheap. will be returning to try the infamous cookie dessert. i love the caprese salad and for only 3. 95 $ this place is great!!",
        "great food, great service, great prices, great environment! rhonda was our waitress and provided great service! the wife and i split a full rack of ribs, 2 bowls of clam chowder, 2 soft drinks for $ 30. this was my first visit. i'm very picky about restaurants and have no complaints. i will go again!",
        "let me just say, james p. has the best service i've ever received. he was such a nice person and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our night out. i love coming to this bj's because i know that we will always have great service! bj's is so lucky to have a server like you!",
        "ladies luncheon day. somedays the service be on point and other days i get very slow service. i guess it depends on the influx of customers, the food i will say is always delicious and made perfect. this location seems to have people always training but i'm not a picky person especially when it comes to someone learning. lots of parking and lots of indoor and outdoor seating.",
        "i choose this place over bww any day. more great food selection, great beer and lots of tvs for gameday without the bww crowd. happy hour is great here too. unlike bww, they don't have happy hour. love this place and great location.",
    ],
    "summary": "i tried this place for the first time tonight because my roommate said it was great. let me tell you she was right! my server anthony was a complete doll and on top of his game. would recommend anyone to try this place out! the avocado egg rolls are to die for"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is pretty cool, you come in and you get to choose what you want to put in your burrito ; much better than those other mystery meat burritos i'm used to. mostly college kids from across the street, even on weekends. pretty basic and clean chipotle. parking lot is shared with a strip mall and looks a bit shady, but hey, there's a coffee bean right across so i really can't complain much.",
        "i've been going to this location for years... ever since i was a student at unlv. it's always hit the spot, usually it's kinda dirty and unkept but the staff has always been pleasant. it's between a 3 and 4, i'm sure closer to a 4 for all the times i've been there. also, don't know if they still do it, but they used to give a free drink to unlv students with their id. awesome promotion.",
        "fantastic food, very friendly staff. the place would probably need a renovation but it's okay.",
        "first off, it's chipotle. i already know what to expect when i walk in the door. the food was consistent, the staff was nice, but the place was dirty. granted, it was filled with college kids, and this was a busy time for them right after classes got out at unlv ( around 4ish ). that being said, it was hard to get over the dirtiness of the dining area, the lack of a salt shaker ( hey i found one sitting on a table, some kids thought it was theirs to have and hold for all eternity ), but maybe chipotle should invest in more than one. staff was nice, i'll return again.",
        "this location has a serious problem with constancy of cooked meats. very busy location at unlv. not the best, but still chipotle.",
        "mixed feelings. sometimes they put a fair amount of meat on my plate, sometimes they don't. the old lady in the guacamole section is stingy. i'm paying extra for guac girl, hook it up. yo boy hungry.",
        "good food and good service. i am from the southeast so i am use to moe's. overall not bad and would go back.",
        "we drive past this location often so usually pop in for one our favorites ( burrito bowl, extra chicken and beans ). unfortunately this location just always seems to be busy, no matter what time of the day we go in there. then they seem to be really slow with actually making the food for everyone so even if there is only a few people in line, we seem to end up waiting for ages. great food though once you do get it!",
    ],
    "summary": "this chipotle is nothing special. they're pretty good at dealing with crowds at lunchtime and it's usually pretty clean. you do have to deal with homeless people in the parking lot sometimes. most of them are nice people down on their luck but once and a while you'll get a hostile one that can really put a damper on lunch. as a young, college, female, i usually try to go there in groups and during daylight hours."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love this new location, mostly because it is close to the house. usually come here for a few drinks and dinner with friends. it is usually busy around the normal dinner time 6 - 8pm. i love the lunch specials. smaller portions but filling. i normally order a buffalo chicken pizza, grilled chicken pasta, or the bbq pulled pork sandwich. not all at once those are just a couple of favs. great service. bartenders are awesome. oh yea can't forget the pizookie.",
        "great happy hour!! incredible food! i've been coming here for years and no matter what you're in the mood for, they have something that will for your fancy. i have yet to taste anything in their menu that wasn't delicious!! ( and i've pretty much tasted almost all of it ) it's a great place for date night or hanging out with friends. and the waiter kopy is awesome!! and don't forget to save room for a pizookie.. seriously drool worthy. i legit drooled on the table during a first date once.. don't judge me. lol. seriously, just go here. you'll be so glad you did!!",
        "this place is awesome. great food, great prices, friendly staff. not to loud but still lively. can't wait to go back. nice place to watch sports. their stout is creamy. next time i'll get it as a desert beer. steak is good but could be better. good for the price.",
        "great drinks, and great foods. great selections of drafts. i was amazed they had kona brewery's big wave. my favorite. few tv's to kick back and watch some games. awesome customer service.",
        "bj's continues to be a family favorite. the monzarella, and tomato salad is to die for! their new brussel sprouts with the sriracha sauce, it's okay. the sauce is delicious, however i would suggest blanching them first, and then put them on the grill for more tenderness. my husband had the portebello swiss burger. he said it was really good, less the balsalmic vinegar. we will continue to come to bj's. i love how they are always adding new menu items. their craft beers are really good. our waitress, rhonda was very attentive, and helpful. thank you for a wonderful experience.",
        "i came with my son on mother's day. it was very busy, but we didn't have to wait since it was just the two of us. it was our first time visiting this restaurant. i had the parmesan crusted chicken. it was just ok. my son had the deep dish pizza. he thought it was good. it just needed a little more sauce. the reason for the four stars is primarily for the exceptional service we received. our server, matt was the best server i've had in a very long time. efficient, courteous, funny, and all - around amazing. that boy deserves a raise!! i will definitely go back and try something else on the menu. hope we run into matt!!",
        "bj's rarely disappoints. it is a good place to go when you aren't sure what you are in the mood for. the menu is small enough to make your decision easier, but varied enough to ensure you don't get stuck with something you didn't really want. our last trip here, we sat at the bar and received great service. my fiance had the gourmet five meat pizza. he said it was delicious. i had the hawaiian mahi mahi. this is probably the best thing i've had from here. the fish was cooked great and perfectly seasoned, but the real star was the pineapple fried rice. i'm not always a fan of sweet and savory combinations ; however, this rice was phenominal!",
        "i'd recommend appetizers and drinks for this place. the burger was alright, the appetizers were top notch, and the beer was delicious. i'd also recommend double checking your bank statement. ( don't panic, the problem fixed itself. ) the staff gave us really really great service and the manager handled my over billing issue promptly. thanks bjs!",
    ],
    "summary": "let me just say, james p. has the best service i've ever received. he was such a nice person and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our night out. i love coming to this bj's because i know that we will always have great service! bj's is so lucky to have a server like you!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is awesome. great food, great prices, friendly staff. not to loud but still lively. can't wait to go back. nice place to watch sports. their stout is creamy. next time i'll get it as a desert beer. steak is good but could be better. good for the price.",
        "had dinner here tonite and it was a great meal! it was fairly empty when i came but quickly filled up... but francisco never skipped a beat! had the baby back rib special and it didn't disappoint! with a side salad and dessert, i was stuffed! thank you frank and your great staff...",
        "love this new location, mostly because it is close to the house. usually come here for a few drinks and dinner with friends. it is usually busy around the normal dinner time 6 - 8pm. i love the lunch specials. smaller portions but filling. i normally order a buffalo chicken pizza, grilled chicken pasta, or the bbq pulled pork sandwich. not all at once those are just a couple of favs. great service. bartenders are awesome. oh yea can't forget the pizookie.",
        "bj's rarely disappoints. it is a good place to go when you aren't sure what you are in the mood for. the menu is small enough to make your decision easier, but varied enough to ensure you don't get stuck with something you didn't really want. our last trip here, we sat at the bar and received great service. my fiance had the gourmet five meat pizza. he said it was delicious. i had the hawaiian mahi mahi. this is probably the best thing i've had from here. the fish was cooked great and perfectly seasoned, but the real star was the pineapple fried rice. i'm not always a fan of sweet and savory combinations ; however, this rice was phenominal!",
        "we went to bj's again tonight for the clam chowder. this is one the best clam chowder's in the whole city of las vegas, believe me it's that good. the staff is courteous and helpful and the manager even came over and said hello. they offer a military discount which is good for us veterans and military people. if you're in the centennial hills area they're looking for a good meal or a good beer stop in at bj's.",
        "overall the food is pretty good. like most of the reviews say, the service can be slow. this place gets super busy. so do most of the restaurants in this area though. i think too many new homes and not enough major commercial centers to handle them all. there are a lot of people working here but i see them all overwhelmed. the raspberry lemonade is really good and refreshing. so is the root beer, and most of the beers i have tried. i haven't ordered anything on the menu i didn't like. and the menu is huge.",
        "i choose this place over bww any day. more great food selection, great beer and lots of tvs for gameday without the bww crowd. happy hour is great here too. unlike bww, they don't have happy hour. love this place and great location.",
        "great service. jace is wonderful. the deep dish pizza is nothing like pizza hut but it's ok. the caesar salad was delish. i recommend this place to anyone who likes american food.",
    ],
    "summary": "great burgers and great beers. i have gone a few times and the food is always good. love the choices of home brewed beers. the service isn't the best. each time the server seemed uninterested in serving us. the time to get the food is always slow also. if you don't care how long it takes to get food this is a good spot. wouldn't recommend to anyone on any sort of time crunch or busy schedule."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "nice place to eat. seems to be busy all the time. staff was okay. food was good. i'd go back for a casual night out for dinner.",
        "it was ok enjoyed the root beer ribs, calamari and jambalaya... i've been eating here for years and starting to notice portions getting ridiculously smaller especially when it comes to the calamari which is something i enjoyed here. time to find a new fav",
        "happy hour 3 - 7 good time to go before the crowd is 3 - 4 pm. good appetizer & drinks. tried the roast beef dip it's average. chicken lettuce cups are great. good service in the bar seating area.",
        "10 minutes until a waiter came to our table, and not busy at the time. server was nice... steak was horrific! pizza and the chicken on the other hand... really good. but nothing special. i would come back, but not anytime soon.",
        "it's a good place for happy hour with my friends. not into sports or beer but their poke is pretty good. not my favorite but close to my house and easy to get to.",
        "the wait was crazy, but it was the weekend and several prom dates were there so i can over look that, the pizza was great, the drinks were awesome, the service was amazing, the pizookie was wayyyyy too sweet. i would opt for a different dessert.",
        "met some friends and sat at the bar. jessica was very friendly and very knowledgeable regarding the wines. was slightly dissatisfied with the spinach artichoke dip and chips. more chips than dip and the dip was hot on the edges and cool in the middle. i stirred it up and it was ok. since it was an appetizer, i thought it would be quick to come out, it wasn't. i probably won't be ordering this again. not a very good appetizer.",
        "the service was good and our server was very nice. the wait was a little long but we had everything right. we ordered a pazooki and that took like 10 minutes or maybe a little bit longer but we enjoyed our pazooki.",
    ],
    "summary": "it took me 5 in a half hours to drive to vegas from california and this is the first place i stopped to get a bite to eat. the waitress was great and the service she gave was attentive. the food on the other hand was average and there was way too much cheese in my pasta for my fork to pick up an average size bite. i enjoyed myself with the friends i was with, but if you go here, tell them easy on the cheese in the pasta."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "food is still decent, but it's still too noisy. there were only 8 people in the place last time i went, but it would have been quieter sitting at the tables outside right there on maryland parkway. it only took 5 of the customers to make all that noise, and they weren't being loud and boisterous - - just talking at normal conversational level. something about the way this place was built just amplifies the sound to deafening.",
        "the food isn't bad, and the prices are okay. maybe the food is even better than \" not bad \" - - 3 1 / 2 stars, maybe? everything looked and tasted fresh. the reason i'm not rating the place better is that it's built so that the sound just amplfies and echoes, and this is bad for someone who is hovering on the edge of a minor migraine. when i wasn't picking at my chicken burrito, i was wondering how many people i could stab to death with my plastic knife before the two cops having lunch at the next table stopped me.",
        "there bowls are what i usually go for and the usual add on items are okay. this location by unlv is pretty crowded when school is in session so later on in the afternoon is better for a visit.",
        "i come here often for burrito bowls, but today i wanted a snack and i've been hearing about their queso. it was about 4 dollars with tax for the smaller size and i don't think it's really worth it. the first bite of queso with chip was pretty good but they get very bland after the 2nd chip. my chips don't have that lime flavor either, so i was sticky with mediocre chips. not worth my money! i still love their bowls though, pretty good stuff and extremely filling!",
        "average chipotle close to the university. they should really peel the dry skin of onions.",
        "this chipotle is nothing special. they're pretty good at dealing with crowds at lunchtime and it's usually pretty clean. you do have to deal with homeless people in the parking lot sometimes. most of them are nice people down on their luck but once and a while you'll get a hostile one that can really put a damper on lunch. as a young, college, female, i usually try to go there in groups and during daylight hours.",
        "it's over rated. i like how the ingredients are fresh and that you can actually taste the fresh onions, even though i hate onions ( hey it's the freshness i'm talkin'about ) it's like a subway but in mexican form. i wanted to order two but since it was a line like kinda deal i was hesitant to even ask for another. i ordered a chicken burrito and the way they made it seemed like it was half a burrito.. like a square shaped burrito and not the usual rectangular shape which made me think i was jipped. i'd eat there again but it's nothing to go crazy over for.",
        "good food and good service. i am from the southeast so i am use to moe's. overall not bad and would go back.",
    ],
    "summary": "go to cafe rio up the street. i ordered a bowl with steak and there was exactly 20 tiny pieces of meat. they should call it a rice bowl. for the same price with a rewards program, go up the street just a little south. the only reason i gave it 3 stars is for the over pricing, it was 8. 78 or something like that. the staff was nice and the place is clean but i didn't want a rice bowl with a sprinkle of meat."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i am a big fan of chipotle! i always either get a vegetarian burrito bowl or a salad which is kind of the same thing but with the kick ass salad dressing! i love that all their ingredients tastes really fresh and i am a huge fan of their guacamole! it is actually made fresh and doesn't have the texture and taste of frozen ones! they use to charge extra for guacamole in your burrito bowl, salad,.. etc. but now if you get vegetarian it is included! yeay! chipotle is a must try for everyone and i consider it one of the healthiest fast food in town. : )",
        "i've gone here a couple times and i have had excellent service. the staff is very nice and welcoming. i got a bowl to go with some chips. everything is nice and warm and delicious. they also have a sitting area outside. i recommend going to this chipotle.",
        "best chipotle location. i love chipotle so obviously i have been to many many locations to get my chipotle fix, but out of all, this is my favorite : ) let me tell you, as a busy location ( esp across the street from unlv ), they're customer service is never lost. staff is very vibrant and kind to customers, plus they make sure we are satisfied with our food. this location is also very consistent on giving good portions to their customers. there has yet been a moment when i was disappointed with my experience at this location. keep it up!!!",
        "i have not set foot in a chiptole for i don't know how many years!! we are on the way to lumberjacks kpop talent show at the unlv student union and chipotle is right across the street! hunnie bunnie and i decide on a burrito bowl with cilantro rice, black beans, chicken, corn, mild pico and guacamole. it was delish! hunnie bunnie thought the chicken was a little spicy but she was a trooper and still ate it. she ate most of the bowl and really liked it! nom. plus i love all their fresh ingredients!",
        "the hubby and i came here at a strange time on memorial day. there was no line. the food was excellent. this was the largest burrito bowl i have ever received from a chipotle. they were very generous. it tasted fantastic. i love how they marinate their chicken. we left very happy.",
        "i've been going to this location for years... ever since i was a student at unlv. it's always hit the spot, usually it's kinda dirty and unkept but the staff has always been pleasant. it's between a 3 and 4, i'm sure closer to a 4 for all the times i've been there. also, don't know if they still do it, but they used to give a free drink to unlv students with their id. awesome promotion.",
        "place is great. if u wanna b low key. they serve beer here!!!!! hell. i love this place always have. i feel like a super star when im here : )",
        "chipotle is such a great after class snack. i am the unlv chipotle on maryland where i hoped for something nutritious and fresh. the salads are the best. the staff treats everyone well - excellent service",
    ],
    "summary": "chipotle is my favorite chain restaurant! it doesn't matter if you're in vegas, california, or arizona! the food and portions are always amazing! as a unlv student, it is awesome having this right across the street! this place is always busy! so don't think you will be in and out in a min. the wait for food is probably 5 min, but that's because the line is out the door during lunch time. this chipotles is awesome just like all of them!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i choose this place over bww any day. more great food selection, great beer and lots of tvs for gameday without the bww crowd. happy hour is great here too. unlike bww, they don't have happy hour. love this place and great location.",
        "bj's continues to be a family favorite. the monzarella, and tomato salad is to die for! their new brussel sprouts with the sriracha sauce, it's okay. the sauce is delicious, however i would suggest blanching them first, and then put them on the grill for more tenderness. my husband had the portebello swiss burger. he said it was really good, less the balsalmic vinegar. we will continue to come to bj's. i love how they are always adding new menu items. their craft beers are really good. our waitress, rhonda was very attentive, and helpful. thank you for a wonderful experience.",
        "love this place! the food is always good and the service is great! ( if at all possible, ask for anthony as your server. he's absolutely amazing, extremely nice and his hospitality is second to none. ) the beer is great and you have to get a pazooki! great family place and always a good go to spot!",
        "great mobile app with nice reward program. make reservations, dine - in pre - order, carry out and curbside, and group order option. dining in, the experience and atmosphere is great. i've ordered take - out / curbside several times, and not once was the order correct. after a few bad orders, i was provided a $ 20 gift card to return. i used it for carry out, and that order was the worst i'd gotten. after another failed attempt, i have not gone that route again. diverse, delicious menu for all tastes including kids, nice bar with great options and tvs for sports fans. i can recommend the dining experience in - house, but carry out is a gamble...",
        "love this new location, mostly because it is close to the house. usually come here for a few drinks and dinner with friends. it is usually busy around the normal dinner time 6 - 8pm. i love the lunch specials. smaller portions but filling. i normally order a buffalo chicken pizza, grilled chicken pasta, or the bbq pulled pork sandwich. not all at once those are just a couple of favs. great service. bartenders are awesome. oh yea can't forget the pizookie.",
        "during the lunch hours, they are fast and have great service. i always go to order off the lunch menu because i'm broke! i usually order that parm crusted chicken sandwich, which is delicious. their gourmet mac and cheese and stuffed mushrooms are great cheap appetizers - - i'm always hunting on the cheapest thing on the menu! but if you want to spend a little money on the appetizer, i suggest the ahi poke. it's one of my favorites. they never ask to split the check, even if i'm in huge groups, which is why i took off a star.",
        "great happy hour!! incredible food! i've been coming here for years and no matter what you're in the mood for, they have something that will for your fancy. i have yet to taste anything in their menu that wasn't delicious!! ( and i've pretty much tasted almost all of it ) it's a great place for date night or hanging out with friends. and the waiter kopy is awesome!! and don't forget to save room for a pizookie.. seriously drool worthy. i legit drooled on the table during a first date once.. don't judge me. lol. seriously, just go here. you'll be so glad you did!!",
        "this place is awesome. great food, great prices, friendly staff. not to loud but still lively. can't wait to go back. nice place to watch sports. their stout is creamy. next time i'll get it as a desert beer. steak is good but could be better. good for the price.",
    ],
    "summary": "happy hour is great! went to this location for the forst time and it was a great experience. happy hours lots of options and great value. wings, pizza, spinach and artichoke dip. they also have pear cider which is hard to find and it was all great food. five stars because the food was great, happy hour and the staff was very friendly."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "bbq chicken pizza and the beer samplers",
        "10 minutes until a waiter came to our table, and not busy at the time. server was nice... steak was horrific! pizza and the chicken on the other hand... really good. but nothing special. i would come back, but not anytime soon.",
        "it's a good place for happy hour with my friends. not into sports or beer but their poke is pretty good. not my favorite but close to my house and easy to get to.",
        "after coming from the bjs across in summerlin because of terrible service it felt good coming to this bjs and being taken care of without asking, our server ericka was so on point, and the other waiters were helpful as well",
        "we come to bj's once a month or so and sometimes more when they have their 2 for $ 19. 95 deal - you really can't beat it. you get 1 medium pizza of your choice, 2 soups or salads and a full size pizookie. you can also upgrade to a large pizza for i believe $ 2. 00 more and it's definitely worth the leftovers. the only reason that i'm not giving 5 stars is because the service can be \" iffy \". there are some really great servers there that can multi - task and few others that could really use some extra training or just not be put on the dinner rush.",
        "food is great but we only eat at the bar as the table service is not the best. happy hour and special events will get you great prices on appetizers and discounts on beer / liquor but not wine - boo. mini deep dish pizzas are $ 5 on happy hour and are pretty good. ahi poke is one of my favorites as are the salads. good crowd for happy hour.",
        "like all the big corporate places there cutting costs so the food suffers the staffing suffers and in the end you suffer $ $ $ $ $ a lot more places to go too then this place",
        "not too bad at all. i enjoyed the beer and the burger was pretty decent. bartendress was cute and pretty good at her job so i really have nothing to complain about. i can't give 5 stars without it having changed my life though.",
    ],
    "summary": "i'm bias about reviewing this restaurant because i love eating and coming to either this location and or the summerlin location. i think they have a great menu and drinks and whether you want a simple lunch or just drinks and dinner, you'd be set. the only bad things is the wait sometimes but if you come with 2 or 3 people you can usually snag a table in the bar area."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i come to this location quite frequently since it is right by campus and is also on my walk home from school / work. i don't feel like chipotle is anything special, but it is still good and you get a decent amount of food for the price. i like the fact that i can see the cooks cooking the meat and preparing the other ingredients so i know it is fresh. i usually get a burrito or a bowl with everything in it. my favorite meat choice is barbacoa or carnitas. i love their guacamole and chips.",
        "i like getting the 3 taco combo here. the salsa is so flavorful! i like getting the bowls too. heck.. i like everything here! the only downside is you gotta eat really fast or get a separate basket for the tacos cuz they get really soggy at the bottom from the juice from the meat and salsa. they get so soggy the taco comes apart before you bite into it. but if you can get it into your mouth without the insides falling out from the split.. kudos!",
        "it is my first time at this location, and justin was my server. he is so friendly and quick! i appreciate his wonderful customer service. i will definitely be back for another sofritas bowl! thanks chipotle!",
        "the chicken is soo flavorful, i usually get the burrito bowl with extra corn salsa and hot sauce. so good, i go everyday after school.",
        "i like to take my family of seven to chipotle because of the good ingredients. we mostly eat organic at home so going to the restaurant and having similar options is wonderful. my kids love having their own little trays and portions. i wish the prices were more affordable for the kids meals. over $ 4 for small portions seems like a lot.",
        "go here daily, long lines from 12 - 2 other than that the food is always fresh and tastes great. will replace your whole order if you don't like it. burrito bowl with double steak is the best.",
        "\" chipotle is life. \" very quick and to the point service, you get your food in minuets. the lines are a bit long but move quickly. i just can't stop going back.",
        "always has good food and friendly staff. non gmo for the win. favorite spot and not stingy on the food amount.",
    ],
    "summary": "i have eaten at chipotle many times in cali, this was my first in vegas. well its a chain, so it is pretty uniform as it relates to the quality of food, it is good and fresh, pretty well priced, quick and easy. the one thing that did stand out here is the beer and margaritas! lol only in vegas and right across from the university as well! go unlv!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "stopped by for a anniversary lunch because we haven't been in a while. service was great food awesome as always and downloaded their mobile app. pay with apple pay on your phone check your rewards and reserve a seat on your way to the restaurant!! now that's cool! we will be back!",
        "had amazing service!! anthony was our server and he went above and beyond what any server has ever done for my family. he brought a cider for me to try that he thought i would like and he was super attentive! our food was fantastic and everything was so nice!!",
        "been to this location a handful of times with my wife. food is consistently very good. well, i'm not sure about all the food. we usually just get a pizza. once we came in for lunch specials and we were pleased then as well. excellent craft beer, jeremiah red is my favorite. the pizookies are amazing. lastly, on our most recent visit over the weekend. we had a young waiter named james. he was completely swamped, and also one of the best servers we have had at any restaurant.",
        "incredible!! we had an amazing waiter, anthony. he was attentive, knowledgeable and incredibly on top of service. we were absolutely delighted to be seated in his section and will request him by name in the future. the food was also very very good. great experience which was again enhanced by service!",
        "we haven't really been back as much since angel ( the bartender ) left, but wow! james was so incredible! i thought the service couldn't get any better but seriously? we will go back to coming back here on a regular basis! i highly recommend sitting at the bar and order through james. his upbeat attitude and recommendations were on point! amazing service!",
        "beer and gourmet pizza! awesome!! the staff was great and gave us 20 % off for military!! : ) totally amazed the atmosphere was so pleasent and perfect lighting! : d",
        "love this place!! justin hands down is the best server. whenever i go there i always have my girls with me ( 8 teenage girls total ) and we know we're a lot to handle. he was very patient with us and obliged to everything we asked for without complaint! would definitely recommend this place especially for birthday dinners!",
        "excellent service! anthony was great!! the food was delicious and the beer was cold! will definitely be returning soon! happy hour prices during the game!",
    ],
    "summary": "very clean establishment. friendly staff take out service is excellent. only stopped in for a few beers while waiting for a togo pickup nice to see the variety of beers even by the bottle. found gulden draak and chimay blue! friendly staff and quick service. food was delicious, not over the top but a darn good veggie jalapeno burger with some amazing fries"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "nice atmosphere and good food. service is good overall, but inconsistent at times. we've experienced this during when they are and aren't busy. it's seems to be a popular place, and i'm sure it has a lot to do with the food ; )",
        "sort of a mixed bag with this visit. we ordered a roasted vegetable and goat cheese flatbread pizza ( excellent and just the right amount of food ), a parmesan crusted chicken sandwich ( sandwich was pretty good, but i didn't much care for the fries ), and a chicken quesadilla ( overly spicy in a brassy way ). the service was great at the start. but, by the end, the restaurant had filled up and we had to wait a bit just to get our bill. still, overall, a very good meal.",
        "overall service was ok. hostess that sat us had to question if we were certain we gave the right party amount number. they tried to sit us in a booth where only 4 adults sit. we were a party of 6 with one child. a manager came out and saw how cramped we were and moved us. other then that overall experience could have definately been better. i had tortillia soup - which had a very thick consistency. flavor was just ok. sampler tray was delicious. server was good.",
        "consistently good food and service. on this visit we were there on a friday night, bar area was full ( bar itself was not ) and they maybe had 2 servers covering it. our server did a great job, just feel like he could have used some help... some delay getting his attention as he was busy. beer selection gets this from a 3, to a 4 star review. the wifi wasn't working while we were there.",
        "tasty beer, diverse menu, and pretty decent happy hour at the bar. i'm not usually a fan of mid - priced chain restaurants, but i've never had a bad meal at bj's. the deep dish pizza is worth a try!",
        "thought i would try the \" deep dish \" pizza thinking it would be a good change! well it's not really a deep dish pizza... they kind of make the pizza look like one by just making the crust a lot thicker with the same amount of toppings as a regular pizza! it was kind of like eating pizza toppings on a loaf of bread! they have a lot of good food here but the \" deep dish \" pizza is not one of them...",
        "our server was great - bummed i can't remember his name. but our food was good. we got the fried portobello mushrooms and i got a peach margarita : $ 9. 50 for the margarita - can't say it was worth that much. i got a burger which was good and my husband got a steak which he loved, but it was a little burnt on the outside for me. overall decent place to go.",
        "food is great but we only eat at the bar as the table service is not the best. happy hour and special events will get you great prices on appetizers and discounts on beer / liquor but not wine - boo. mini deep dish pizzas are $ 5 on happy hour and are pretty good. ahi poke is one of my favorites as are the salads. good crowd for happy hour.",
    ],
    "summary": "bj's is a good local bar and with higher quality food than typical bars. lots of good selections but mainly they have some great microbrews to try out. not designed to be a 5 star restaurant and that's okay because if you're looking for some great beer, an atmosphere to have fun, and some great french fries try it out!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "worst burrito wrappers. ive been going here regularly for last few weeks. since last week, new employees cant wrap the burrito right so they are dripping all over while im eating them. quality better be come back to its standard as it was before. same burrito tasted so bad because it was breaking down. worst experience ever.",
        "this is the first time i have ever been let down by chipotle. everything in my burrito bowl was subpar. lettuce was brown on the edges, rice seemed undercooked and the carnitas was so bad i picked it all off and didn't eat it. i almost went to cafe rio instead. now i wish i would have.",
        "do not go here. their meet has a horrible taste, their chips are stale, and their sauces taste like it was made with dirty water. i've been to other chipotles and i've enjoyed the food, but coming to this location has made me never want to eat at this restaurant again no matter what location it's at.",
        "recently started craving chipotle after enjoying it in florida. this location was competely different as far as portions are concerned. then asian girl that was preparing our bowls acted as if they would run out of food if she gave up waht we paid for! don't be so stingy when it comes to value! give up what we're paying for and stop acting like you have carpal tunnel in the wrists and give portions that we pay for!! taste was also a little different... bland and tasteless really. i guess i will only have chipotle when i visit florida : ( smh",
        "worst fucking chipotle in las vegas. it's pathetic to pay $ 20 for 2 bowls and the content can't even fill half the bowl. one of them i had to order double meat to try and fill the bowl and she placed 3 extra cubes of steak. the short asian girl making the food on the line should get employee of the month for saving the company money skimping guests on product they paid for. fuck this place go to cafe rio up the street.",
        "the food was not good i order 2 bowls with ex meat for both paying over 24 $ the meat wasn't cook through. me and my boyfriend both got sick. i called to let them know the lady ask me if i wanted a refund or to remake the food. i went back 2 days later for my refund. i would never eat at a chipotle again.",
        "well i came in to dine with my girlfriend today and had the worst service. it was empty and they were just standing there yet told me to hold up. then the lady was rushing and messed up my order, mind you we were the only two in line, and they clearly has there own music playing due to the explicit language that was playing in the song, it was drake to be specific. i told her i didn't any lettuce and she responded rudely \" do you want me to re make it \" and with the tone of voice i can tell she didn't want to, so i just let it be. p. s they served my girlfriend extremely burnt pieces on her food.",
        "very lame portions at this location. it's almost as if they have a game going on how little they can put into bowl... very disappointed! totally killed my experience at this entire chain...",
    ],
    "summary": "las vegas has officically ruined chipotle for me. i tried to like it here 4 times but the quality is always terrible. the chicken has never been hot and it tastes like rubber jerky. awful tasting. somehow this location even figured out a way to mess up guacmole. drive to cali if you want chipotle."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "clean and neat place. i would say it is average, not special pizza. i liked that they have an option for a mini pizza.",
        "went last thursday night, the place was packed but it was worth the wait, the pizza was delicious and i though it was so cool that you can build your own pizza, no need to paid extra for toppings.",
        "it's an ok place. i feel like there are just so many of these make it yourself pizza places its hard to complete. i couldnt make meh last this many characters so what i will say is the staff is always friendly and people watching is always interesting. they could chill out with the bbq on their bbq pizzas though.",
        "love the choice of options... plus ending result are amazing! but employees could do a little better placing the toppings",
        "the service was good. the guy was very friendly. the young lady was so so when asking her to sample the different sauces.",
        "went here in june 2018, ordered online and not online was the great food ready when we walked in the door, the service was great!",
        "i would pick fired pie over mod pizza. mod pizza doesn't have a lot of toppings ( or at least the ones i want - - spinach ). it comes out really greasy and they cut an 11 inch pizza into only 4 slices so each slice was huge. we got two pizzas with one that had basil in it. if you check out the picture, there is basically no basil... and small tiny pinch of basil. for what it's all hyped out to be, it wasn't great. awesome music though! loving the 70s 80s feel",
        "pizza is pretty good. but they are pretty stingy about extra toppings. don't bother asking for extra cheese because they don't put it on your pizza unless you stare them down and ask for more a second time. they try to shove you down the line so that you don't watch them make your pizza. sleezy. it happened on different occasions so i think they are trained to do that.",
    ],
    "summary": "went for a fast lunch with family. pizza was ok but the workers behind the counter didn't seem to have it together at least the day we were there they have a good selection of different topping pizzas or you can pick the toppings you want. the salad looked good. looks like we are getting one in denver. i would try it again"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this was our first time dining at mod pizza. wow, what a great concept. finally an affordable gourmet type pizza the crust is a thin crispy crust that is topped with a flavorful sauce with any number of toppings and combinations. no deluxe pie here and no \" no substitutions \" signs. you are encouraged to make your pizza your own. my son had the cheese of course. i had several toppings and have to say, and i worked in the pizza restaurant business for approx 8 years, that this is probably the best pizza i have tried. i will be back again this week and will be a regular stop. i like grimaldis but the price keeps me away. no such problem here. way to go guys!",
        "i'm originally from the east coast and i've been in the valley almost a year. i keep searching for good pizza and haven't had much luck finding it. friends here also from back east told me that there really is not good pizza here. my friends lied to me. mod is amazingly good. if you like thin crust made to order pizza, hit this place up now. the best part of mod? i tried the gluten free crust and it was awesome. crispy and chewy at the same time.",
        "mod is open really late so that is an amazing opportunity to come get your pizza on and load on all the toppings. they're open till 11 pm which is later than most places. i come here and i get the vegetarian pizza which includes a combination of white sauce, pesto sauce, most of all the vegetables. and then i add in the garlic butter on the top with a side of fig reduced sauce. satisfying every time!",
        "love this concept. great food. fun staff. fast service. what more can you ask for?!?!",
        "i went to chipotle for dinner one night. decided to check out mod pizza next store. got a menu from them for next time. came back and had a women named monica, i ordered from. paul made pizzas. got my pizza, decided to dine in, instead of doing carry out. the pizza was great, decided to order another pizza and take it to go. i talked to conrad and tyler - general manager. very helpful answering questions. everyone was nice, great customer service. i will be back again real soon. mod pizza came from originally seattle, washington. many chains opened up in the last few years. glad they came to arizona. michael katz chandler, az",
        "this place is so cool! think of it like chipotle for pizza lovers. everyone gets their own personal pie. you point to the ingredients behind the glass, they cook your pizza in 6 - 8 minutes, done! staff is amazing too. been there twice. i am a fan.",
        "i love mod! have never heard of it before and now that i work across the road at lydian dental i'm hooked! it's at least a weekly stop! highly recommend!",
        "i ordered online for pick up on a busy day and i was so satisfied to see a pizza box on my desk after a long meeting. my co worker grabbed it for me and i dove right in. i had a paleo pizza as i like to call it. gluten free pizza crust, lots of veggies, ground beef, pesto, dairy free cheese and i loved it!!! i could not tell you how happy i was and pleased with the quality of pizza. didn't even taste like a \" healthy \" pizza. i will be back for sure!",
    ],
    "summary": "good, fast service. mod pizza is a family favorite as everyone can get what they please on their pizza for a low price. everyone at this location was super friendly. the manager was awesome, always making sure we had the best service and food that we can. you could tell he is a good leader and passionate about his job."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love the choice of options... plus ending result are amazing! but employees could do a little better placing the toppings",
        "excelkent service nice atmosphere.. i had salad but pizza looks great... i didnt want a drink but tried the lemonades marion blackberry yum... so i went back to pay n guy said it was ok n gave me a cup... highly reccomend this spot... so forget cick fil a... cime here great service great food... yum",
        "pizza is pretty good. but they are pretty stingy about extra toppings. don't bother asking for extra cheese because they don't put it on your pizza unless you stare them down and ask for more a second time. they try to shove you down the line so that you don't watch them make your pizza. sleezy. it happened on different occasions so i think they are trained to do that.",
        "real good for a quick personalized pizza with a great selection of toppings. plus boylan's bottled soda!",
        "went last thursday night, the place was packed but it was worth the wait, the pizza was delicious and i though it was so cool that you can build your own pizza, no need to paid extra for toppings.",
        "clean and neat place. i would say it is average, not special pizza. i liked that they have an option for a mini pizza.",
        "went for a fast lunch with family. pizza was ok but the workers behind the counter didn't seem to have it together at least the day we were there they have a good selection of different topping pizzas or you can pick the toppings you want. the salad looked good. looks like we are getting one in denver. i would try it again",
        "here's the thing about mod pie... as long as they don't over or undercook it.. it's all about your ability to construct a pie to your liking. they don't have every topping ever used on a pizza, but what's there is fresh and of high quality. i love the concept of a personal pizza that is cooked in a brick oven and only takes 5 minutes to serve and mod pizza gets it done.",
    ],
    "summary": "it's an ok place. i feel like there are just so many of these make it yourself pizza places its hard to complete. i couldnt make meh last this many characters so what i will say is the staff is always friendly and people watching is always interesting. they could chill out with the bbq on their bbq pizzas though."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "just opened yesterday figured we try it. kind of like fired pie. crust is thin, had good flavor. you get to pick any toppings you want. my husband ordered meat and they were not stingy. there was allot of meat on his pie. i like cheese and i had roasted garlic. they have pesto that might never my next try. nice casual atmosphere. they have beer, soda. salads.",
        "i finally tried this place after driving by it 100s of times! very glad i stopped. excellent ingredients, nice employees, fair prices, and top notch pies. they kick the food out in a timely manner, so i'm glad i stopped and will definitely be back. my mini pizza was so good that i ordered another one after i finished the initial order! great place, very refreshing! keep up the great work!",
        "staff r very friendly at this one, at least the guy that helped me was. i love the texture of their crust! i created my own typical red sauce roasted garlic spicy sausage bacon and veggies. i'd like to try something different next time. maybe barbeque sauce cilantro and whatever else sounds good. place was clean. i was there around 10 : 45.",
        "i went to chipotle for dinner one night. decided to check out mod pizza next store. got a menu from them for next time. came back and had a women named monica, i ordered from. paul made pizzas. got my pizza, decided to dine in, instead of doing carry out. the pizza was great, decided to order another pizza and take it to go. i talked to conrad and tyler - general manager. very helpful answering questions. everyone was nice, great customer service. i will be back again real soon. mod pizza came from originally seattle, washington. many chains opened up in the last few years. glad they came to arizona. michael katz chandler, az",
        "yes yes yes and yesssssssss. finally gluten free dairy free pizza! this place is the bombbbb. one flat rate for all the toppings you want? count me in. and that pear iced tea though... yum! i bet the flour crust is amazing but the free is typical of most gluten free crusts. so good! love the daiya cheese option... they seriously cater to everyone!",
        "the service was good. the guy was very friendly. the young lady was so so when asking her to sample the different sauces.",
        "i'm originally from the east coast and i've been in the valley almost a year. i keep searching for good pizza and haven't had much luck finding it. friends here also from back east told me that there really is not good pizza here. my friends lied to me. mod is amazingly good. if you like thin crust made to order pizza, hit this place up now. the best part of mod? i tried the gluten free crust and it was awesome. crispy and chewy at the same time.",
        "good pizza with a fair price. they will make the pie just the way you ask them to. i add balsamic fig sauce on top. good for lunch or dinner. i might have been to mod pizza over 20 times already. really good value and yes they have beer.",
    ],
    "summary": "i came in very excited, i live in the area and thought how perfect this is going to be only to be disappointed. the crust is very good but the toppings tasted like they were sooo old and had that old fridge smell. maybe i came at a bad time but since its so new i didn't expect that at all. please keep fresh ingredients. i think quality is such an important part of a business staying around so hopefully that gets better."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "yes yes yes and yesssssssss. finally gluten free dairy free pizza! this place is the bombbbb. one flat rate for all the toppings you want? count me in. and that pear iced tea though... yum! i bet the flour crust is amazing but the free is typical of most gluten free crusts. so good! love the daiya cheese option... they seriously cater to everyone!",
        "this was our first time dining at mod pizza. wow, what a great concept. finally an affordable gourmet type pizza the crust is a thin crispy crust that is topped with a flavorful sauce with any number of toppings and combinations. no deluxe pie here and no \" no substitutions \" signs. you are encouraged to make your pizza your own. my son had the cheese of course. i had several toppings and have to say, and i worked in the pizza restaurant business for approx 8 years, that this is probably the best pizza i have tried. i will be back again this week and will be a regular stop. i like grimaldis but the price keeps me away. no such problem here. way to go guys!",
        "i went to chipotle for dinner one night. decided to check out mod pizza next store. got a menu from them for next time. came back and had a women named monica, i ordered from. paul made pizzas. got my pizza, decided to dine in, instead of doing carry out. the pizza was great, decided to order another pizza and take it to go. i talked to conrad and tyler - general manager. very helpful answering questions. everyone was nice, great customer service. i will be back again real soon. mod pizza came from originally seattle, washington. many chains opened up in the last few years. glad they came to arizona. michael katz chandler, az",
        "it has always been so good!! i've always eaten in but today i got it to go. my pizza and garlic strips were black. i'll definitely go back just make sure you check if you get it too go. mine was too black to eat : ( otherwise the staff is awesome and its always been amazing when i get it for there",
        "staff r very friendly at this one, at least the guy that helped me was. i love the texture of their crust! i created my own typical red sauce roasted garlic spicy sausage bacon and veggies. i'd like to try something different next time. maybe barbeque sauce cilantro and whatever else sounds good. place was clean. i was there around 10 : 45.",
        "this place is so cool! think of it like chipotle for pizza lovers. everyone gets their own personal pie. you point to the ingredients behind the glass, they cook your pizza in 6 - 8 minutes, done! staff is amazing too. been there twice. i am a fan.",
        "i love the pizza here! unlimited toppings for less than $ 9!!!! the workers here are friendly and i love their milkshakes. i've been here 3 times in one month. that says something.",
        "love this concept. great food. fun staff. fast service. what more can you ask for?!?!",
    ],
    "summary": "this place was very interesting. the pizzas are made very quickly and i love the fact that it's made right in front of you. i also love that you can choose as many toppings as you like without extra cost. taste is amazing. very clean inside. kind of small restaurant so it's great for a small group of friends. the staff is always very friendly. definitely enjoy coming here. they always have smiles on their faces and that makes me leave feeling good."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "here's the thing about mod pie... as long as they don't over or undercook it.. it's all about your ability to construct a pie to your liking. they don't have every topping ever used on a pizza, but what's there is fresh and of high quality. i love the concept of a personal pizza that is cooked in a brick oven and only takes 5 minutes to serve and mod pizza gets it done.",
        "i've only ever done pickup for this location because it's right near my job and in the 2 times i've tried it, it's been less than average. people seem to really love this place. i've only had a plain 6 inch from here which i believe is called the maddy? in my opinion, both times the pizza was incredibly chewy and undercooked. i even asked for it to be made well done. the 2nd time i ordered it tasted spicy which was weird to me. i don't think i'll be back.. other than that.. the staff was friendly and the place was really clean!",
        "real good for a quick personalized pizza with a great selection of toppings. plus boylan's bottled soda!",
        "excelkent service nice atmosphere.. i had salad but pizza looks great... i didnt want a drink but tried the lemonades marion blackberry yum... so i went back to pay n guy said it was ok n gave me a cup... highly reccomend this spot... so forget cick fil a... cime here great service great food... yum",
        "went last thursday night, the place was packed but it was worth the wait, the pizza was delicious and i though it was so cool that you can build your own pizza, no need to paid extra for toppings.",
        "this location just opened up. it is in a convenient area by the freeway and is very close to our home. the staff are always welcoming with big smiles on their faces ready to take your order. food is fresh, it's clean and you get what you pay for. i was surprised that they don't charge you for adding any additional toppings or sauces to your pizza so when you order definitely take advantage and ask for double or triple toppings to make your pizza even more delicious. the lemonade they have is amazing.",
        "it's an ok place. i feel like there are just so many of these make it yourself pizza places its hard to complete. i couldnt make meh last this many characters so what i will say is the staff is always friendly and people watching is always interesting. they could chill out with the bbq on their bbq pizzas though.",
        "mod pizza is a mile away from my home. it's open late, which is usually when we eat dinner. i wouldn't travel 20 + minutes to eat at mod ( the pizza is tasty and customizable and fairly priced with some original soft drink options, but, being from the east coast, it's not the greatest pizza i've ever had in my life ), but as a nearby restaurant for lunch or dinner, i'm a big fan.",
    ],
    "summary": "pizza is pretty good. but they are pretty stingy about extra toppings. don't bother asking for extra cheese because they don't put it on your pizza unless you stare them down and ask for more a second time. they try to shove you down the line so that you don't watch them make your pizza. sleezy. it happened on different occasions so i think they are trained to do that."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "love this concept. great food. fun staff. fast service. what more can you ask for?!?!",
        "this location just opened up. it is in a convenient area by the freeway and is very close to our home. the staff are always welcoming with big smiles on their faces ready to take your order. food is fresh, it's clean and you get what you pay for. i was surprised that they don't charge you for adding any additional toppings or sauces to your pizza so when you order definitely take advantage and ask for double or triple toppings to make your pizza even more delicious. the lemonade they have is amazing.",
        "i'm a fan, like the subway of pizza places. you can customize your pizza however you like or choose premade varieties. their portion sizes are also not too big ( unlike many restaurants which gets you fat ) or small. i thought the ingredients were fresh and lots of friendly staff. nice bathrooms and soda fountain varieties. outdoor seating is a plus.",
        "thanks to the team today for providing a free meal to introduce themselves to the neighborhood. welcome to south tempe! for the review : the salad pizza was very good. i tried it with pesto... very tasty, i would suggest putting the meat you want on the pizza part of the salad / pizza to get a nice roast on it before you add it back to the salad. i like the flavored tea also... caramel somthing",
        "what can i say about mod... mod you are amazing! you make me happy on a budget your staff is always on point with my order and always willing to walk it out for me when i'm sitting out side. best beer on tab! again i love you!",
        "mod is open really late so that is an amazing opportunity to come get your pizza on and load on all the toppings. they're open till 11 pm which is later than most places. i come here and i get the vegetarian pizza which includes a combination of white sauce, pesto sauce, most of all the vegetables. and then i add in the garlic butter on the top with a side of fig reduced sauce. satisfying every time!",
        "this is my first try at mod pizza. stands way ahead in game with pizza hut / dominos. ordered - dillon james pizza ( thick crust ) : tasted very delicious and very filling. had a pesto drizzle on the pizza and it was heaven. definitely would come back for their pizzas. ambience is good. needs little attention to hygiene though.",
        "good, fast service. mod pizza is a family favorite as everyone can get what they please on their pizza for a low price. everyone at this location was super friendly. the manager was awesome, always making sure we had the best service and food that we can. you could tell he is a good leader and passionate about his job.",
    ],
    "summary": "similar to pieology or fired pie. you can make your own individual pies with all the toppings that you want. convenient way to order pizza as everyone can make their own unique pizzas. no fights over what you want on your pizza. mod pizza seemed to be a higher level compared to the other similar places. food is always ready on time for pick up. the staff is always friendly. if your with a group of people with different pizza demands this place is ideal."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "it's pretty good for the burgers. the fries though weren't good. seemed like they were frozen. the have a nice bar area. and even an outdoor area. once the weather is better that will be great!",
        "the salmon burger was very flavorful and was cooked perfectly but the sweet potato fries were a little overcooked. our dinner group of seven were there tonight during the busy dinner time but we were taken aback on our fast our food came out! we all thought it was nice that our waitress came to tell us happy hour was almost over if we wanted to order more drinks. definitely will return.",
        "i chose to try the boneless chicken wings and tator tots instead of the burger. my reasoning was because all burgers are grilled to medium well and i'm not okay with that. i chose the caribbean jerk dry rub. the wings were meaty, though i would of liked a little more spice. overall the food was good and i will definitely be back!",
        "this was my first visit which included a painting event. the service was good overall. we were able to get the last table open outside. eating out in the patio was great as it wasn't super hot outside. i enjoyed the appetizers i had which were flatbread pizza and mahi tacos. i had an easy time speaking and hearing my friend as this place was not overly loud considering the huge number of customers. i would be happy to visit again and try something else on the menu.",
        "met some friends there last night and we had a nice time. the waitress was wonderful, the booths were huge, prices are reasonable, the buffalo potato skins were yummie, the bison burger i ordered was delish, and i do plan to go back, but..... i was really surprised at how small the bison burger was. when you go to one of these burger joints i expect to get a huge, juicy burger that i cant finish in one setting. not the case last night. disappointing.",
        "we loved our seating near the gas fireplace. the buffalo potato skins were great! i had the shroom burger and was pretty good. not as many mushrooms as i expected. my husband ordered from the create your own menu. his burger was good too. it's an affordable casual dining experience.",
        "went there yesterday with a couple who was there before. nice atmosphere. greeter put us at a table that had limited view of the tv's, on a hockey night no less, so we got a different table. server or the kitchen got a lot wrong. wife ordered chicken quesadilla, got chicken sandwich : sent it back. then they forgot the fries. i ordered side salad with caesar dressing, got a caesar salad, no big deal. checks came and other couples drinks were on our check and vice versa. food was fine. my burger a bit over cooked but good.",
        "food and service fine. parking fine. easy access all around. but for me there is just too much food on the plate. if i were falling timber in oregon i could eat there for lunch but needs to be smaller offering.",
    ],
    "summary": "the space was really great. the tables were not to close together and we did not feel like we were crowed or squeezed for space. the service was a little slow but that can be expected on opening day. all and all, the food was good and i am sure we will be back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "food and beer is ok. wait time is a bit long during lunch time and quite limited choices on lunch menu. last but not the least, they get the smallest burger i ever seen for $ 15 dollars",
        "the food here was okay but the portions were a little small to my liking. the fries weren't as crispy as i'd have liked and they were really large. the battered fish was decent enough, not enough seasoning. the burger is also quite small. the beer is probably the saving grace for this place, they have a nice selection of their own brew so be sure to try a few.",
        "went for a sunday brunch with a group of 8 since it was the only place that could fit a large group at 11 : 00 in the morning. the food selection wasn't great and the meals were a bit over priced. i got the batch burger which was a basic burger with thick cut fries for $ 17.... soo not worth it. my friends also tried the pancakes but said there was a creamy cheese like texture in the middle that had a bit of a tangy taste... that they weren't fans of. overall, it got us fed, but don't think i'll be back.",
        "came for a date night w a close friend for oyster special. oysters were so - so... service was very slow, but the other food and drinks were decent. would try again.",
        "disappointed really. then again it's their first week. don't order the wings... soggy mess service was friendly but slow i guess i'll still give it another try in a month or so, just because the beer selection was nice....",
        "sometimes busy, sometimes not so much. i've been here a couple of times now. they have a nice ping pong table downstairs and games to play at tables such as jenga. i wouldn't call the service particularly fast but not unreasonably slow, either. it's got a nice selection of beers that aren't outrageously expensive nor what you would call a deal. it's just kinda in the middle, in a lot of ways.",
        "nice find in toronto. it was a tuesday evening, so it wasn't packed but had a typical after - work type crowd. enjoyed a few beers, i'll suggest the witbier. the cream ale is also a solid choice and the ipa had a good solid taste but not much hops. the honey wings were pretty good but may be a bit steep on price. maybe hit up the wing night on mondays instead. good service at the bar made it a win.",
        "have been twice and was good but summerlicious experience was poor. maybe it was an off day for the kitchen but our lunch took 1hr and 45 mins... for a prix fix 3 course meal! the food itself was average.. they also looked understaff and our poor waiter had a huge section to serve.",
    ],
    "summary": "i've been there 5 or 6 times for brunch and the food is incredibly inconsistent, very hit and miss. it's quite average but just a bit more expensive than other places in the same category. nothing too special. so the food is a 3 star but the added star comes from atmosphere, a big sunny open space that isn't overly crowded for brunch is nice."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i feel so proud to live in a city that boasts such fantastic museums. the history center is no exception. they've managed to capture, hold and preserve so much of our rich, local and regional history ; a feat not easily accomplished. in addition they continually improve with more artifacts and information of what has formed our community. they always have the best events and special exhibits along with the regular displays. neat place for locals and tourists alike.",
        "visited this museum today and spent about four hours browsing. we really enjoyed the exhibits, especially the one on heinz and the arabia exhibit. we didn't read every placard but we did take in a lot of information. however, in these four hours we didn't have enough time to explore the whole museum. i wish the museum offered longer hours and better signage directing visitors through certain exhibits. otherwise, we had a blast and we be back.",
        "there is a nice little deli on the far left side when you walk past the lobby. you don't need to pay admission to go in and they have great wraps, smoothies and more. have a lot of kid friendly snacks and they have a fun slide and play room above. definitely is a small shop but it is cute, vintage, fun and not too expensive.",
        "you don't realize how big it is from the outside. we were there for 3 hours and only covered 3 floors - there are 3 more to go. everything is laid out nicely and the way they label everything is easy to follow. there is alot of information and it's a nice mix of pittsburgh history and sports history.",
        "this place was great. it was reasonably priced. they were setting up for an event, but they didn't impede the visitors. every floor has something to offer, but it can still be done in a reasonable amount of time. i didn't realize how much pittsburgh has contributed to the u. s. lots of recognizable people honored. plus, they had several spots for the kids to be kids and play, so they didn't get \" bored \" just looking at things, although my kids my 4 and 7 year olds were interested in a lot of things. the # pixburgh and neighborhoods parts were my favorites.",
        "the history center is a very beautiful place, i really do love it there. i recently attended a wedding there, and they definitely have the process mastered for how to put on a wedding. however, it did seem to lack a personal touch to me. there wasn't much decoration at all, i'm not sure if that was on behalf of the wedding party or the museum though. the setup for the reception was very beautiful on the first floor, my big complaint though was navigation. the tables were set up in a way that made it a bit of a maze to cross the room unfortunately. but the people were very accommodating and welcoming. i thought it was very nice.",
        "took my kid here so she could research pa history for school, and it was pretty good. lots of different things to see and different floors. the heinz exhibit was cool, too. the price was pretty good for students and such, too. parking sucked but it was a cool place.",
        "my husband and i stopped in the heinz history center by chance. we had been walking around pittsburgh on a hot day, and i really needed to rest my feet. at first i thought that the admission price of $ 15 was a little steep, but the visit was worth it. the museum consists of several floors filled with lots of historical items. i enjoyed learning about the french and indian war, lewis and clark, the civil war, local professional and amateur athletes, ethnic groups that settled in pittsburgh decades ago, early products of companies such as heinz and westinghouse, etc. i would recommend this museum to pittsburgh residents and to out - of - towners who need an activity to fill up their schedule.",
    ],
    "summary": "i am writing about the history center as a venue for special events. i have been to many performances, parties and special events here and the staff is really excellent and helpful. they have lots of options in terms of space, and they bend over backwards to accommodate your needs. the kinds of events hosted run the gamut from birthday parties, to weddings to concerts, and all of them are fun with the utmost professionalism."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the history center is a very beautiful place, i really do love it there. i recently attended a wedding there, and they definitely have the process mastered for how to put on a wedding. however, it did seem to lack a personal touch to me. there wasn't much decoration at all, i'm not sure if that was on behalf of the wedding party or the museum though. the setup for the reception was very beautiful on the first floor, my big complaint though was navigation. the tables were set up in a way that made it a bit of a maze to cross the room unfortunately. but the people were very accommodating and welcoming. i thought it was very nice.",
        "visited this museum today and spent about four hours browsing. we really enjoyed the exhibits, especially the one on heinz and the arabia exhibit. we didn't read every placard but we did take in a lot of information. however, in these four hours we didn't have enough time to explore the whole museum. i wish the museum offered longer hours and better signage directing visitors through certain exhibits. otherwise, we had a blast and we be back.",
        "at $ 10 per adult, you can't really go wrong here. we spent probably a little over 2 hrs at the museum and felt it was well worth the price of admission. i enjoy american history, and this was no exception.",
        "the heinz museum was a very interesting and fun place to visit. i really enjoyed the exhibition on ariabia, which is a cargo ship that sunk in the 1800's and was found in 1987. they also had a heinz exhibit which was really cool all the different products he made starting in 1870 then they had a glass exhibit which i found to be very interesting it takes several hours to walk around the whole museum and there are a lot of really cool things to see they have a sports area that is really cool for all you sports fans.. the museum is geared for children as well as adults there is even a smoothie shop downstairs for afterwards and a little play area",
        "took my kid here so she could research pa history for school, and it was pretty good. lots of different things to see and different floors. the heinz exhibit was cool, too. the price was pretty good for students and such, too. parking sucked but it was a cool place.",
        "you don't realize how big it is from the outside. we were there for 3 hours and only covered 3 floors - there are 3 more to go. everything is laid out nicely and the way they label everything is easy to follow. there is alot of information and it's a nice mix of pittsburgh history and sports history.",
        "great museum with a multi faceted collection of sports, industry and of course heinz foods. the kids area seemed to have great interactive exhibits as well. the building is old, but improved. great place for some pittsburgh history.",
        "we visited this museum twice, although it's been several years now. i feel the museum is a \" must \" when visiting pittsburgh. to begin with, the building's interior is really attractive and we love its location near the strip district. the permanent collection is quite interesting, and it has lots of neat stuff that provides a sense of the region's history & character. also ; the gift shop has a great selection, including some terrific books by brian butko ( the director of publications ).",
    ],
    "summary": "there is a nice little deli on the far left side when you walk past the lobby. you don't need to pay admission to go in and they have great wraps, smoothies and more. have a lot of kid friendly snacks and they have a fun slide and play room above. definitely is a small shop but it is cute, vintage, fun and not too expensive."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "fantastic museum with something for everyone. very clean, friendly employees and lots of hands on exhibits. affordable too. i loved that we got a taste of pittsburgh's history. definitely recommended for all ages.",
        "during a recent trip to pittsburgh i had some time to kill before my megabus trip back home. across the river form our hotel was the heinz history museum, which looked like a good place to kill some time. history was my favorite subject in school and i always enjoy a good history museum, which heinz is. i loved the variety of historical topics this museum covers. it was cool getting to learn more about pittsburgh and especially of the heinz company. even though i'm a cincinnatian who dislikes most pittsburgh teams, i really enjoyed the sports museum, very well done.",
        "heinz is one of the facilities i have been too. strip district, lots of parking, wonderfully orchestrated themes. excellent gift shop. friendly staff. building is very stories as an icewarehouse in the past. you won't be disappoointed. just go.",
        "if you are visiting pittsburgh or just love pittsburgh, its history and pittsburgh sports this is the museum to visit! located in the strip district right near downtown with plenty of nearby parking lots. great for families with kids and people of all ages. the western pa sports section is awesome and any spots fan has to visit. they also have fun events including the + 21 event for young professionals, history uncorked. this is typically on a friday evening in february after the museum has closed. you can sample food from local pittsburgh restaurants as well as enjoy beer and wine. they usually have a live band and dj and the exhibits are open on each floor. my only complaint about this event is too many tickets are sold.",
        "this place is amazing. it touches on many subjects but from what i saw, i enjoyed the pittsburgh sports and slavery to freedom exhibits the most. we only gave ourselves two hours and next time i would definitely get there when they open and take as much time as needed. we were only able to see at most half of the museum. my kids aren't always into museums, but they loved this place. there are some hands on things but it's mostly looking vs touching. what a treasure for pittsburgh. we will definitely be back again. take the steps and stamp your card to get a free gift at the end. if you like smushed pennies there is a machine in the innovations section. : )",
        "i love this museum! i've been a handful of time and i find something new each time. there really is something for everyone : sports, science, history and lot's of nostalgia. the mr roger's exhibit is so special. seeing the set that was so ever - present in my childhood was so neat! lots of really good pittsburgh facts and tidbits! you'll learn so much about our wonderful city!!",
        "in the five years that i have been living in pgh i have never been to the history center. i will say, i wish that i went there sooner! it was very informative and the 1968 exibit was fantastic. i loved making my own record album, writing my own type of social protest, and looking at 1968 unfold before me. i want to go back!",
        "i'm not even a pittsburgh sports fan but i got teary - eyed watching the video on the floor dedicated to sports. i loved how this museum dedicated each floor to a different part of pittsburgh / american history. i spent three hours in here, just reading through so many captions alongside the artifacts and felt super enlightened after! i am no history buff nor do i claim to know so much about us history but this place makes it fun to learn and interact with everything inside. make sure you get the stamp sheet and find the stamp machine on every floor. you get a fun pittsburgh - y surprise when you take the completed sheet to the gift shop!",
    ],
    "summary": "this museum is packed full of interesting exhibits that especially cater to that proud pittsburgh ego. i have been in pittsburgh my whole life and learning about all the contributions we made to society made me even more proud. i would recommend setting aside a large chunk of time to visit the museum so that you can take it all in! the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "the heinz history center is a great museum! it's a pittsburgh staple, even if you're from pittsburgh, i guarantee you'll find facts about pittsburgh that you didn't know. there are a total of 6 floors at the museum. they do different special exhibits at different times of the year. at this time they have a pixburgh exhibit which features a ton of pictures people have gifted to the museum from different times and events in pittsburgh. i definitely think that this is a must see if you are from out of town visiting the burgh! definitely a great place if you're a sports fan as well!",
        "visited this museum today and spent about four hours browsing. we really enjoyed the exhibits, especially the one on heinz and the arabia exhibit. we didn't read every placard but we did take in a lot of information. however, in these four hours we didn't have enough time to explore the whole museum. i wish the museum offered longer hours and better signage directing visitors through certain exhibits. otherwise, we had a blast and we be back.",
        "to be honest, i saw almost nothing of the museum but as a wedding venue - it was beyond perfect. the staff was spot on, the museum was available to the families to visit all day long and the evening went so smoothly. if you need a place for an event - go here. it is amazing!",
        "a gem right in downtown pgh! we were staying across the street at the hampton inn and strolled over to check it out. i'm glad we did. sports history of western pa and other awesome stuff. mr. rogers neighborhood sets and memorabilia. streetcar from old pittsburgh was pretty cool and the heinz section was informative and fun. each floor had a viewing window of the river and stadiums with rocking chairs that was a great place to relax and enjoy the scenery.",
        "this place is amazing. it touches on many subjects but from what i saw, i enjoyed the pittsburgh sports and slavery to freedom exhibits the most. we only gave ourselves two hours and next time i would definitely get there when they open and take as much time as needed. we were only able to see at most half of the museum. my kids aren't always into museums, but they loved this place. there are some hands on things but it's mostly looking vs touching. what a treasure for pittsburgh. we will definitely be back again. take the steps and stamp your card to get a free gift at the end. if you like smushed pennies there is a machine in the innovations section. : )",
        "i was blown away by how much this museum has to offer. i've been here a few times in the past for events but up until now, i hadn't explored the entire museum. i loved the variety of local exhibits, especially the heinz and mr. rogers sections. by far my favorite section was the housing examples through the centuries. if you are a local or just visiting pittsburgh, there is a little something for everyone here.",
        "we recently had our wedding reception here. i have nothing but absolutely wonderful things to say about lorie and maura. they were so easy to work with, returned every phone call, and made me feel perfectly at ease. they even helped me negotiate fees with vendors. the site is a little pricey, but i feel it is worth every penny. the fifth floor room is enormous, it has a space for cocktail hour, and a balcony with a beautiful view. you're also allowed in the museum exhibits for pictures with your photographer. i try to convince everyone i know who is getting married, even strangers, to have their reception there.",
        "we settled on this museum because andy warhol was closed. i am so happy we did! i could spend hours here. there are 7 floors worth of exhibits. so cool. also, you get a discount with your student id.",
    ],
    "summary": "great place, easy to get too. lots of history. the cafeteria was low on food that was prepackaged. if you looking for good food don't come here but if your looking for local history then this is the place to be. great displays, old vehicles and even the building has a lot of older architecture. it's exciting to see."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've been there 5 or 6 times for brunch and the food is incredibly inconsistent, very hit and miss. it's quite average but just a bit more expensive than other places in the same category. nothing too special. so the food is a 3 star but the added star comes from atmosphere, a big sunny open space that isn't overly crowded for brunch is nice.",
        "was here for dinner with a group of friends. my friend and i ordered the gnocchi and perogies and for $ 18 the portions are rather quite minuscule. i counted 6 perogies in total on my plate. my friends who ordered the reuben sandwich had a decent portion size thought the salad looked rather quite lacklustre.. so go with the fries. we also ordered the wings.. a little too vinegary for my taste and not crispy enough. the beer was good, our server was attentive. would maybe come back again though not any time soon.",
        "loved the decor and helpful servers. unfortunately they mixed up the order so we had to wait another 10 - 15 minutes for my dinner. i ordered the trout which was very good. would definitely try it again. would have been 4 stars if mistake wasn't made.",
        "came for a date night w a close friend for oyster special. oysters were so - so... service was very slow, but the other food and drinks were decent. would try again.",
        "went for a sunday brunch with a group of 8 since it was the only place that could fit a large group at 11 : 00 in the morning. the food selection wasn't great and the meals were a bit over priced. i got the batch burger which was a basic burger with thick cut fries for $ 17.... soo not worth it. my friends also tried the pancakes but said there was a creamy cheese like texture in the middle that had a bit of a tangy taste... that they weren't fans of. overall, it got us fed, but don't think i'll be back.",
        "food and beer is ok. wait time is a bit long during lunch time and quite limited choices on lunch menu. last but not the least, they get the smallest burger i ever seen for $ 15 dollars",
        "clean new place, opened six months ago beers look good manhattan was made well lamb burger is great, but small portion all buns and meat made in house they tell me would go back!",
        "sometimes busy, sometimes not so much. i've been here a couple of times now. they have a nice ping pong table downstairs and games to play at tables such as jenga. i wouldn't call the service particularly fast but not unreasonably slow, either. it's got a nice selection of beers that aren't outrageously expensive nor what you would call a deal. it's just kinda in the middle, in a lot of ways.",
    ],
    "summary": "the food here was okay but the portions were a little small to my liking. the fries weren't as crispy as i'd have liked and they were really large. the battered fish was decent enough, not enough seasoning. the burger is also quite small. the beer is probably the saving grace for this place, they have a nice selection of their own brew so be sure to try a few."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "had a great day here! neat way to learn about the heritage of pittsburgh and the surrounding areas of southwestern pa.",
        "great museum with a multi faceted collection of sports, industry and of course heinz foods. the kids area seemed to have great interactive exhibits as well. the building is old, but improved. great place for some pittsburgh history.",
        "* * * the gift shop here provides an interesting collection of pittsburgh novelties including magnets, shirts and a wide variety of heinz merchandise * * * free street parking is available. there is also a paid lot across the street.",
        "a total history of pittsburgh and a must visit. it has a lot of interactive exhibits and can be enjoyed by any age. i learned a lot about the city and even some new facts about the teams. with the multiple floors you should plan to spend a few hours here. we were there for 4 and i feel like we still didn't see it all.",
        "took my kid here so she could research pa history for school, and it was pretty good. lots of different things to see and different floors. the heinz exhibit was cool, too. the price was pretty good for students and such, too. parking sucked but it was a cool place.",
        "it's a small but great museum about the history of pittsburgh from the start to the modern era including some changing exhibits. parking is easy and it's right next to the strip if you want a bite to eat. it's the perfect place to take kids on a rainy day. i can't add much more. but it's a place you should go to at least one time if you live or are stopping by pittsburgh.",
        "so much interesting information about the history of pittsburgh. definitely a place to spend a few hours walking through.",
        "the museum gave a great overview of western pa history which was very interesting. we went in thinking that there would only be a few exhibits dedicated to heinz and were blown away with the depth and detail the museum offered. we left wishing we had a one - stop - shop like this for philadelphia's history!",
    ],
    "summary": "we didn't have much time here as we were just passing through on the way to philadelphia, but my wife absolutely had to see the ketchup area. next time we have more time in pittsburgh we will definitely be back to see some of the other areas as the ketchup section was interesting and comprehensive. the location is pretty great too as it is right on the edge of the strip district where there are tons of dining and shopping options."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've been to batch twice. the first time, i had the burger, which was fantastic, and a few of the beers, which are decent but nothing special. the second time, i had cider and decided to try the charcuterie board. it was a letdown. it cost 20 dollars and came with 4 slices of prosciutto, an egg, and a handful of pickled vegetables. on a side note, the menu on the front window is different from the one on the website, which in turn is different from the one inside. finally, there was a promotion going on but it was not honoured as advertised on the front window.",
        "only came here for drinks, nice place. big screen tvs, games are located downstairs.",
        "we came here on a friday night, and it was quite empty. many tables open. there is a bar with ping pong tables downstairs that was completely empty - not even bar service. disappointing given its potential, but it is a little out here of entertainment district, so not too surprised. our food was pretty good - we ordered lamb burger and wings. both very tasty. the wings were a great size - meaty. service was ok at first, and seemed happier when we ordered. i don't know if i'd say i'd plan to go back, but if i was in the area and peckish... yeah sure",
        "fun place a couple of blocks away ( in a good way ) from the financial core. great beer and wide enough selection of dishes ( at both lunch and dinner ) to keep everyone happy. loved the donut for dessert.",
        "flights of 4 are available so if you want to try all 6 in - house brews, with a friend, just grab 3. ok, now the food.. i saw this big slab of wood with meats and stuff on it go by and apparently it was the charcuterie - looked amazing. i took a look at their lunch menu and it was similar to the dinner menu but with a few sandwiches.. i'm totally trying the fried chicken sandwich soon. ok, back to the beer.. i liked the witbier mostly so far, and the ipa was really ipa - ey..",
        "clean new place, opened six months ago beers look good manhattan was made well lamb burger is great, but small portion all buns and meat made in house they tell me would go back!",
        "was here for dinner with a group of friends. my friend and i ordered the gnocchi and perogies and for $ 18 the portions are rather quite minuscule. i counted 6 perogies in total on my plate. my friends who ordered the reuben sandwich had a decent portion size thought the salad looked rather quite lacklustre.. so go with the fries. we also ordered the wings.. a little too vinegary for my taste and not crispy enough. the beer was good, our server was attentive. would maybe come back again though not any time soon.",
        "our second visit was not great. the oysters that day were not fresh. the server was very nice and took it off our bill. on, our third visit on a wednesday, we were told the place was booked up. it gets really busy so i strongly suggest calling ahead. we've since found a much better place for $ 1 oysters nearby, so we probably won't be coming back here for oysters.",
    ],
    "summary": "sometimes busy, sometimes not so much. i've been here a couple of times now. they have a nice ping pong table downstairs and games to play at tables such as jenga. i wouldn't call the service particularly fast but not unreasonably slow, either. it's got a nice selection of beers that aren't outrageously expensive nor what you would call a deal. it's just kinda in the middle, in a lot of ways."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i really liked it here! they have awesome beer selection which they personally brew. great options for munchies to pair with the beers. side note all servers here are beautiful people and very conversational. love how they have a ping pong table downstairs too. it was pretty quiet when we were there but it was only 6 / 7ish at the time. overall lovely night.",
        "great place! i love the decor - - the inside is so cute. the downstairs is cool too, but didn't get a chance to hang out there. we had a reservation, but arrived early. no problem - - they sat us. we started with a flight and i enjoyed all the beers. for our meal we decided to split apps, so we got the scotch olives, grilled short ribs, and the charcuterie. everything was so great, but i especially enjoyed the charcuterie! lastly, we don't usually get dessert, but it looked too good to pass up. the coconut pineapple cream pie was out of this world! save room!",
        "tremendous. bartenders well versed in their libations. a curated selection of fine spirits plus home brews to boot. broad enough selection of menu to suit every tastes. staff is friendly and accommodating. definitely a night out to enjoy.",
        "great joint! two friends and i decided to check it out and ordered half the menu. every pick was amazing. the beer was good, the food was great and the service knocked it out of the park. a guy named nick was our server ; he knew the beer, he knew the menu and his service was great. beer : 3 / 5, food 4 / 5, service 6 / 5. i plan to go back real soon with a new group of friends and i hope nick is still around. great job guys!",
        "great experience. the waiter was knowledgeable and helped my friend ( who doesn't usually like beer ) select one to suit her taste. i had the lamb burger it was excellent nice spice level very juicy in general very good service. i will definitely be going back.",
        "the chicken with spatzle is amazing and so is their weekend ( saturday & sunday ) roast dinners. we have been numerous times to the roast dinners and each time it has been different but it's always delicious. they always come with a yorkshire pudding which are amazing!! the beer and desserts are good too. oh, and the fried pickles! everything!",
        "the food was really good and the atmosphere was nice and relaxing. the beer is homemade and it was delicious. the service was excellent",
        "i've dined here twice and it's been good both times. i love their cobb salad. i know it's a salad but it's seriously good. i've also had their fried chicken sandwich which was delish. the service is good so no complaints there and they were very accommodating to making last minute changes to a reservation. overall i will continue to come back here. i wasn't 5 star - whelmed but it's definitely a solid experience.",
    ],
    "summary": "went here on a whim for lunch. i don't eat burgers much but through a staff recommendation order the fried chicken sandwich. it was amazing and i want to eat another one. my sisters'spinach pappardelle was also great. she took the rest home. staff was very friendly and made the experience a joy. will be back soon."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i really enjoyed the pennsylvania civil war exhibit. unfortunately i went late in the day and didn't get through the whole museum before close, but i will definitely do that another time.",
        "wasn't planning to visit this museum but had an extra hour before we needed to head off to the airport. in the final hour prior to closing, museum admission is half - off. that one hour turned out to be just perfect for seeing the museum's best collections, which are diverse and interesting. and an unbeatable value at half off.",
        "great museum with a multi faceted collection of sports, industry and of course heinz foods. the kids area seemed to have great interactive exhibits as well. the building is old, but improved. great place for some pittsburgh history.",
        "we didn't have much time here as we were just passing through on the way to philadelphia, but my wife absolutely had to see the ketchup area. next time we have more time in pittsburgh we will definitely be back to see some of the other areas as the ketchup section was interesting and comprehensive. the location is pretty great too as it is right on the edge of the strip district where there are tons of dining and shopping options.",
        "took my kid here so she could research pa history for school, and it was pretty good. lots of different things to see and different floors. the heinz exhibit was cool, too. the price was pretty good for students and such, too. parking sucked but it was a cool place.",
        "let's be real. the only reason i came here was for the ketchup and mr. roger's exhibits ( which were super cool, even though they were such a tiny part of the museum ). there was construction going on, so part of a floor was blocked and i think a bit of the flow was messed up ( going in chronological order of pittsburgh's history ). this also connects to the sports museum, if that's your thing ( obviously it's not mine, but the exhibits were put together nicely ). overall, it's a nice museum with a good mix of pittsburgh history exhibits + smithsonian - type artifacts.",
        "had a great day here! neat way to learn about the heritage of pittsburgh and the surrounding areas of southwestern pa.",
        "this museum is \" fair \". not quite the level i was expecting for such a big city. i'm huge on museums and history and just found this one kind of boring. there wasn't much to see in my opinion. it got better on higher floors, but most of it wasn't spectacular. it's pretty sad when the west virginia state museum out does this museum ( a big city / smithsonian affiliate ) by a lot.",
    ],
    "summary": "beautiful building with lots to see for free around the lobby. you can pay to enter the exhibit and just check out the main lobby, which is free and worth checking out for some brief history of pittsburgh. didn't pay to go in so don't have anything to compare it to or state if work h entering. however, at least it is worth a pop in to the main lobby."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great venue for a wedding ( yes, you read that right )! the 5th floor banquet hall had amazing views of the pittsburgh city skyline, overlooking the river and 16th street bridge, among others. the reception / cocktail hour was on the first floor, among the welcoming exhibits, and if i remember correctly, the trolley car exhibit was a hit with kids and adults alike!",
        "took my kid here so she could research pa history for school, and it was pretty good. lots of different things to see and different floors. the heinz exhibit was cool, too. the price was pretty good for students and such, too. parking sucked but it was a cool place.",
        "we didn't have much time here as we were just passing through on the way to philadelphia, but my wife absolutely had to see the ketchup area. next time we have more time in pittsburgh we will definitely be back to see some of the other areas as the ketchup section was interesting and comprehensive. the location is pretty great too as it is right on the edge of the strip district where there are tons of dining and shopping options.",
        "a total history of pittsburgh and a must visit. it has a lot of interactive exhibits and can be enjoyed by any age. i learned a lot about the city and even some new facts about the teams. with the multiple floors you should plan to spend a few hours here. we were there for 4 and i feel like we still didn't see it all.",
        "it's a small but great museum about the history of pittsburgh from the start to the modern era including some changing exhibits. parking is easy and it's right next to the strip if you want a bite to eat. it's the perfect place to take kids on a rainy day. i can't add much more. but it's a place you should go to at least one time if you live or are stopping by pittsburgh.",
        "i am not a history buff or even a \" pitsburgh buff \" but this museum was amazing! i went with my parents ( from michigan ) on a random sunday and we had a great time! there is such a wide variety of exhibits and i learned so much. pro tip : leave more than 3 hours - there are like 6 floors to the museum all of which take a significant amount of time if you want to see everything. also, they have student discounts and aaa discounts!",
        "we visited this museum twice, although it's been several years now. i feel the museum is a \" must \" when visiting pittsburgh. to begin with, the building's interior is really attractive and we love its location near the strip district. the permanent collection is quite interesting, and it has lots of neat stuff that provides a sense of the region's history & character. also ; the gift shop has a great selection, including some terrific books by brian butko ( the director of publications ).",
        "during a recent trip to pittsburgh i had some time to kill before my megabus trip back home. across the river form our hotel was the heinz history museum, which looked like a good place to kill some time. history was my favorite subject in school and i always enjoy a good history museum, which heinz is. i loved the variety of historical topics this museum covers. it was cool getting to learn more about pittsburgh and especially of the heinz company. even though i'm a cincinnatian who dislikes most pittsburgh teams, i really enjoyed the sports museum, very well done.",
    ],
    "summary": "this is better then i thought it would be! as a sports fan i was impressed with the sports part of the museum 2 great floors of information! the rest of the place is well thought out and you can tell the time they put into it for a great experience for all visitors!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "why any one else goes anywhere else for mexican food in cu is beyond me. i went there for breakfast. the coffee was great. the childquiles was phenomenal. the service was exception. reasonable prices. to the owners thank you for having integrity and vision with your food. todo perfecto",
        "impressed. didn't know what to expect from the outside, small quaint little \" mexican \" restaurant. they had horchata and tamarindo, mexican drink's that most restaurants around here so not have. very tasty. i ordered the gorditas that came with handmade tortillas, and they were handmade. my mom used to make handmade tortillas growing up so i know. my mom had a dish she was very satisfied with. very large portions. good service.",
        "a truly delicious burst of authentic mexican cuisine. i had been searching for an authentic mexican joint in cu and this is the place. what i liked : the food was fresh, delicious, and portions were generous. what i didn't like : it was a little warm inside. the margarita was mucho expensivo. the total bill for 2 people was 35 dollars. more than i would normally pay for mexican food but because the quality was so amazing i will have to come back to this place.",
        "! st time visit as an out of towner from the stl area where we have a plethora of authentic mexican family run restaurants. i had the lengua, al pastor and chicharrones tacos. the lengua was a tender as i've ever had. barbacoa was delicious. the star was the chicharrone taco was the best taco i ever ate. crunchy yet chewy... wow is all i can say. perfect amount of heat made it spot on. nicely done!!",
        "this place is a hidden gem. my adult daughter and i stumbled upon this place for lunch. you can tell by appearance and taste everything was homemade. the staff was well educated about the food and was very attentive. i will definitely be back!",
        "this place is fantastic. i have never had a poor meal here. we usually get takeout but occasionally dine in. my husband got the fish tacos and found them to be delicious. i got the huarache azteca to see what a huarache was. it reminds me of a tostada but with a soft tortilla with a crisp side. i love the punto beans at this place. i didn't think i liked punto beans then i had theirs.",
        "the best place to get mexican food in urbana - champaign area. this place has a hole in the wall feel. but the staff is very fun and kind. i've seen them tolerate rambunctious college students well. the food is great. i can't recall all of the food i ordered my first trip there but everything was good. and i never forget to order a horchata. my only complaint would be that there is limited parking. i would try and avoid high traffic meal hours if possible.",
        "huaraches moroleon is a neighborhood treasure! we love the food, the family atmosphere, and the great service. highest recommendation goes for the regional dishes - particularly the huaraches ( https : / / en. wikipedia. org / wiki / huarache _ ( food ) ) from moroleon ( https : / / en. wikipedia. org / wiki / morole % c3 % b3n )!!",
    ],
    "summary": "my wife finally convinced me to take her here. i was a little skeptical, but we went. i am so glad that we did! it is really good, i think authentic mexican food. beats the heck out of el toros cheese smothered garbage. i had steak and chorizo burrito, my wife had chicken nachos. both were delicious. check it out"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've eaten here several times and, although i want to love it, have never been as impressed as the reviews here would suggest. here are a few of my impressions : pros : you can't beat the price. prompt seating is usually available. the chips and salsa are pretty awesome cons : i've not found any items on the menu to be better than good ( i can remember having the huaraches, burritos, fajitas, and tacos ). i find the beans to be fairly bland and that the tortillas are often a bit gummy. also, the margaritas are far too sweet for my taste.",
        "came here for dinner recently, and i was happy with my experience. the staff is friendly and attentive, and you're provided with a free basket of chips and salsas ( 3 types, all spicy ) when you're seated. between the chips and the two tacos i ordered ( at $ 1. 90 each ), i was full. the chips are filling, so be prepared to take home leftovers if you order a big entree. the al pastor was a good balance of fat and meat, and the carnitas was a bit dry but still tasty. i also ordered a glass of horchata ( not on the menu ), and thought it was perfectly spiced and milky.",
        "i have tried several items from the menu and everything has been excellent. mexican restaurants can be hit or miss sometimes with the quality of food, but this place does not seem to have that problem. unlike other places in town, i believe this restaurant cooks your meal to order - the chicken is juicy and the veggies are very fresh. they make soup and salsas daily and possibly even the tortillas - which are soft and warm. this place is quite small, so i would recommend trying to avoid peak hours if you don't have time to wait.",
        "once seated you receive homemade chips ( very good ) and dip sauces. i had enchiladas with mole sauce and it was delicious! then, i had cheesecake chimi for dessert and it was also very tasty. despite the place was crowded ( that shows the good reputation of the restaurant ) the service was quick and the personal still found time to enquire if everything was ok.",
        "the food was awesome! i had the three tacos : chorizo, chicken and ground beef. the taco shells were super fresh and i love that they provided the lime wedges to give everything that extra fresh taste. the torillas were excellent as well. they worked very hard to revamp this place it looks totally different and the decor is very nice. small and like a previous reviewer stated, if they stay consistent with this quality, it will be hard to find a seat. much like it is hard to get a set at black dog. we will be taking the kids very soon.",
        "if there is a better mexican joint in town, i haven't found it. i don't often factor \" value \" into my take on restaurants, but huaraches has a lot of very filling meals in the $ 9 - 12 range that are also really tasty ( and pretty authentic to boot ). the enchiladas suizas i had on thursday were excellent. they seem to have pared down their menu in recent months, so everything left on there is a winner. good margaritas and a solid selection of mexican beers too. it's a small restaurant, so be warned on trying to get a table during peak hours without waiting, but know that it's worth the wait.",
        "yummy! we didn't know what to expect when we pulled up at this little, tiny, yellow place but it surprised us ( in a positive way! )! first time we had huaraches and we absolutely loved them. the owner / cashier was really speedy and promptly delivered our food. only weird thing was that the sangria actually wasn't sangria ( it was non - alcoholic ). the three different salsas were fun.",
        "great mexican resturant in middle if nowhere! i like their fajitas! also their lingua is really good.",
    ],
    "summary": "their salsas are incredible. the chips are good and aren't your standard mexican restaurant fare. they are a bit oily, so that may turn some people off, but i like them. for the main course, i usually get the fajita quesadilla and it is much better than the one at el toro or dos reales. the have a kids menu and our girls like the tacos. the service is usually rather spotty, which is really the only downside here."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "if you need a mex food fix, this is a good place to go. it's small and cozy ( though it can be hot in the summer ). the staff there is delightful and attentive when it's not busy. the food is good. i would go even if it were for the complimentary chips & salsas alone! the selection of salsas is like a choose - your - own - adventure. but onto the entrees... i like all of the huaraches i've tried. lengua tacos and lengua ranchera are my favorites. carnitas and barbacoa are excellent choices too. the desserts are not bad either. and they have horchata! reasonable prices, large portions, and great food make this place a winner.",
        "this place is fantastic. i have never had a poor meal here. we usually get takeout but occasionally dine in. my husband got the fish tacos and found them to be delicious. i got the huarache azteca to see what a huarache was. it reminds me of a tostada but with a soft tortilla with a crisp side. i love the punto beans at this place. i didn't think i liked punto beans then i had theirs.",
        "a truly delicious burst of authentic mexican cuisine. i had been searching for an authentic mexican joint in cu and this is the place. what i liked : the food was fresh, delicious, and portions were generous. what i didn't like : it was a little warm inside. the margarita was mucho expensivo. the total bill for 2 people was 35 dollars. more than i would normally pay for mexican food but because the quality was so amazing i will have to come back to this place.",
        "! st time visit as an out of towner from the stl area where we have a plethora of authentic mexican family run restaurants. i had the lengua, al pastor and chicharrones tacos. the lengua was a tender as i've ever had. barbacoa was delicious. the star was the chicharrone taco was the best taco i ever ate. crunchy yet chewy... wow is all i can say. perfect amount of heat made it spot on. nicely done!!",
        "we ate there last night. noticed the outside looks inviting. nice comfortable booths and tables inside. it's small but that's what so charming about the place. the option of 3 sauces with your chips is totally amazing. i tried them all and ended up mixing them. i just wonder what happens to them after people are done??? are they recycled??? the waiter was attentative and the food was very flavorful, too. very large soft drinks. hand made items. i think it cost a little over $ 20 for two adults.",
        "this place is perfect. great food, atmosphere, service, prices, portions. you get amazing salsa and homemade chips free at the beginning of your meal. my friend and i both got fajitas, and we are speechless. great mix of creative flavor, and really enough to feed two people or take home the other half for later. i would come here all the time if i lived here ; i want to try everything.",
        "my wife finally convinced me to take her here. i was a little skeptical, but we went. i am so glad that we did! it is really good, i think authentic mexican food. beats the heck out of el toros cheese smothered garbage. i had steak and chorizo burrito, my wife had chicken nachos. both were delicious. check it out",
        "amazing service! food was great! absolutely going back! we were greeted as soon as we walked in and checked on constantly. we really felt at home. authentic food and music.",
    ],
    "summary": "if you're tired of the same old run of the mill mexican food then this is the place to be. the menu had a great variety and the fid was authentic. the flavors were awesomeand the staff was great. our server was more than happy to answer any of our questions. oh, the horchata was the best! it was fresh and homemade."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is amazing! everything there is delicious. i'm a huge fan of the carnitas huaraches. but i especially love their breakfast and almost always get the huevos rancheros. you seriously can't miss with anything on the menu though. the prices and the people are great too!",
        "i really wish i could keep this place a secret so i would never have to wait for a table whenever i go. the awkward and limited parking at the 5 - way intersection of philo and washington isn't enough of a deterrent to keep me from getting food here as often as my colon allows. nothing new that hasn't been said before. the staff is awesome, the food is awesome, the salsas are mind - blowing, and the margaritas are as strong as they are delicious.",
        "the best true mexican food in champaign urbana. the atmosphere is great and there menu is huge. the building is very small and the parking is limited but all worth it!!",
        "checked out the brunch here on a saturday morning. not many people think mexican for brunch, but this place definitely knows what they are doing. the building is small so seating is limited. i can see it being crowded at peak lunch times. we came at a random time so we were seated immediately but there was a constant rotation of patrons in and out. i got the breakfast huaraches with pork chop and the portion was large and delicious! they also offer menudo for breakfast which looked hot and filling. definitely will be coming back to try their lunch / dinner! breakfast here is a must though!!",
        "first visit. i've been wanting to stop in, but it is in an east or central urbana location. the atmosphere is authentic and clean. no other mexican food restaurant in c - u has the breakfast menu that huaraches moreleon has. i tried their burrito bandido. it was excellent and the potatoes that went with it were perfect and not greasy. i will definitely be back to try other items on the menu.",
        "this place is amazing! the food is delicious and a great deal for the price. definitely the best mexican food in champaign - urbana. they also serve breakfast until noon. delicious food with great people!",
        "yummy! we didn't know what to expect when we pulled up at this little, tiny, yellow place but it surprised us ( in a positive way! )! first time we had huaraches and we absolutely loved them. the owner / cashier was really speedy and promptly delivered our food. only weird thing was that the sangria actually wasn't sangria ( it was non - alcoholic ). the three different salsas were fun.",
        "i had a carne asada huarache. the meat was very nicely seasoned, and the chopped tomato was notably ripe. the salsas here are fantastic, three different kinds each with a unique character. we are definitely going back.",
    ],
    "summary": "huaraches is by far the most underrated mexican restaurant in town. their food is delicious and the portions are huge. i haven't had a single item there that doesn't taste good. the salsas are spot on and picante! it can be busy during weekends but the food is worth the wait."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is perfect. great food, atmosphere, service, prices, portions. you get amazing salsa and homemade chips free at the beginning of your meal. my friend and i both got fajitas, and we are speechless. great mix of creative flavor, and really enough to feed two people or take home the other half for later. i would come here all the time if i lived here ; i want to try everything.",
        "pros : delicious food. 4 salsa options with your chips. he chips are fresh and yummy. the menu had lots of choices. the enchiladas are yummy! the diabla enchiladas are super spicy - but with a good fire taste. our wait staff has always been super friendly. outside seating as well. cons : it's small and hot inside. there is sometimes a bit of a wait, but it's worth it.",
        "don't let the outside fool you, go on in. 4 salsas, each distinct from mild to hot & home made chips, great! fajitas huaraches moroleon was huge and delicious. wife had a chicken chimichanga that she also liked very much. guacamole appetizer was as good as everyone has mentioned. only downside, this is a very small place, about 12 tables so don't tell anyone about it : )",
        "this is my favorite mexican restaurant in town. i highly recommend bringing friends, family, or just yourself there. the food is so fresh, and the staff are wonderful. parking a little difficult at times, but it is well worth it.",
        "if you need a mex food fix, this is a good place to go. it's small and cozy ( though it can be hot in the summer ). the staff there is delightful and attentive when it's not busy. the food is good. i would go even if it were for the complimentary chips & salsas alone! the selection of salsas is like a choose - your - own - adventure. but onto the entrees... i like all of the huaraches i've tried. lengua tacos and lengua ranchera are my favorites. carnitas and barbacoa are excellent choices too. the desserts are not bad either. and they have horchata! reasonable prices, large portions, and great food make this place a winner.",
        "amazing service! food was great! absolutely going back! we were greeted as soon as we walked in and checked on constantly. we really felt at home. authentic food and music.",
        "always love this place! try their lunch special with 2 beef enchiladas, 1 chicken taco, and rice and beans ( $ 6. 99 ). delicious! their chips are a little on the greasy side, but they're still addicting. yummy sauces to accompany them. try this little place!",
        "if you're tired of the same old run of the mill mexican food then this is the place to be. the menu had a great variety and the fid was authentic. the flavors were awesomeand the staff was great. our server was more than happy to answer any of our questions. oh, the horchata was the best! it was fresh and homemade.",
    ],
    "summary": "this place is small, and poorly located, but its a gem. cheap, well prepared food, delicious frozen margs, attentive staff, and an environment that is reminiscent of a mother's kitchen. i am so happy that i found this place, as i intend to take everybody that comes to champaign urbana to this location. thank you!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "to be honest, i saw almost nothing of the museum but as a wedding venue - it was beyond perfect. the staff was spot on, the museum was available to the families to visit all day long and the evening went so smoothly. if you need a place for an event - go here. it is amazing!",
        "great place, easy to get too. lots of history. the cafeteria was low on food that was prepackaged. if you looking for good food don't come here but if your looking for local history then this is the place to be. great displays, old vehicles and even the building has a lot of older architecture. it's exciting to see.",
        "this is better then i thought it would be! as a sports fan i was impressed with the sports part of the museum 2 great floors of information! the rest of the place is well thought out and you can tell the time they put into it for a great experience for all visitors!",
        "we spent a few hours here while visiting the city. we especially enjoyed the sports museum and the heinz exhibit that just opened. we also spent some time in the gift shop, which has unique items and fun gifts. we also appreciated the architecture of the building and how the museum was laid out. easy to find what you were looking for. i would recommend it to others visiting pittsburgh.",
        "great museum with a multi faceted collection of sports, industry and of course heinz foods. the kids area seemed to have great interactive exhibits as well. the building is old, but improved. great place for some pittsburgh history.",
        "this is a great place to start if you are visiting pittsburgh for the first time or just getting to know your home town. there's also a sports museum attached to the history center - all for the same admission price. there is sooo much to see! ( also way cheaper than other museums in pittsburgh ) very close to the strip, so you can make a day of it all.",
        "i am not a history buff or even a \" pitsburgh buff \" but this museum was amazing! i went with my parents ( from michigan ) on a random sunday and we had a great time! there is such a wide variety of exhibits and i learned so much. pro tip : leave more than 3 hours - there are like 6 floors to the museum all of which take a significant amount of time if you want to see everything. also, they have student discounts and aaa discounts!",
        "this is must see history center. good storyboards, old vehicles and lots of sports stuff. they even had an old kennywood roller coaster. ample parking across the street for $ 5.",
    ],
    "summary": "this museum is great, a real value for your money. it made a fantastic date for my husband and i, though we are both young history buffs. we loved the small parts through out the museum that you could interact with and get close to, like the old bus you could walk through, the bocce ball, etc. the photography exhibit was definitely our favorite!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i have to say that red robin is really dropping the ball. you would think they would step up their game now that burgertory has opened so close to them, but the service was pretty awful. appetizer arrived after the burgers, burgers were over cooked. although we mentioned this, no manager visited our table, nor did we ever see a manager during our visit. was the restaurant busy? no... there were maybe 5 tables seated, burgertory on the other hand had a half hour wait.... next time we will wait for burgertory...",
        "the service here today was pretty bad. not only was it nearly impossible to get someone over to our table at any point during our meal, when someone did come, our order was completely wrong, the food was not good, and i never could get a drink refill. i'm not sure what the problem was - i saw plenty of people stocking the bar, wandering around, and cleaning glasses. the manager offered to remove the item from the bill that we didn't order, and then she forgot. overall, i would not come here.",
        "has just reached \" never again \" status. the place is dangerously filthy and the service is worse. we waited 30 minutes just to pay our bill.",
        "we used to enjoy this chain and this particular location, but the food quality and the service have been poor over our past several visits. today's visit was the worst it's been and i don't anticipate us returning again. i also really dislike the table screen devices. we are there to hang out as a family, not to fight over screen time.",
        "we used to visit this location, but the last time was disappointing. put in an order for pickup two hours in advance, arrived there at chosen pick up time and waited an additional 30 minutes because they were \" overwhelmed with too many uber eats orders, \" and food came out cold. spoke to the manager who said they were too busy and there wasn't much they could do. disappointing since the food is generally good.",
        "went to rr this evening with a party of 6 including a 2 year old. took over 45 minutes for some of the food to be ready - not all of the entrees. complained to the manager and still after 10 minutes the food wasn't ready. left without eating.",
        "red robin has gone down hill. feels like cost cutting has reduced quality. fries are still very nice, but both veggy and beef patties have gone down. i am sad, as we typically enjoy rr, but feel the quality has gone down.",
        "horrible service. we sat for almost 10 minutes before we saw a server. we hit the call button on the ziosk and still waited for a server for 5 minutes. sever herself was fine, but the hostess was rude and the manager was a coward.",
    ],
    "summary": "the service at this location is absolutely terrible. when you finally get your food it's good, but it will take forever to get it. don't go there hungry because you won't be able to take the wait. i have been their on busy days and slower days and both were terrible."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "service ( 5 / 5 ) our waitress was this really nice older lady with red / purple hair! she actually made the experience better. she was very talkative and gave some great suggestions. she was super honest which i appreciated because most waiters say they \" love \" everything on the menu. food ( 4 / 5 ) the avocado burger was good but it wasn't the best burger i ever had. it had this hint of spice that i really liked. i would probably go back but i would get the hot wings instead.",
        "rr is my favorite burger chain. enjoyed the guacamole burger this time. always enjoy the fries. wish they could have had a better craft beer selection. service was prompt but it was 8pm on monday so i would hope so.",
        "this review would be five stars except for the fact that it always takes longer for the next basket of bottomless fries to come out. pretty standard red robin experience. they currently have a promotion of two bottom less sides with burger purchase. i got the fries, obviously, and coleslaw. my friend didn't like the coleslaw but i thought it was pretty good. you need to get the campfire sauce for your fries.",
        "after our last visit to red robin on january 4th, i am updating my review. this was the red robin that we are used to eating at. the food was great and shelley was a fantastic server.",
        "we had our grandkids with us today. i wasn't impressed with the food today. service was great, quick and attentive. the kids enjoyed the food so they said. i didn't like the burger, it's my fault i should have asked for some pink, it was burnt and taste rough. i also should have asked for no relish, i love pickles that was great, but the relish kinda spoiled it for me. the baby's chicken on a stick was burnt as well and had trouble finding pieces to feed her, she loved the fries! my grandson loved the kids mac - cheese. i am not sure i will return",
        "wow.. just nasty! appetizers came after the main course. vodka tonic in a short glass was huge and was at least 16 oz. of tonic. but the best thing was the nasty burger. they gave me 2 half's. yes, i got 1 / 2 of a rare burger and 1 / 2 of a well done burger, covered in cheese. i guess they though i wouldn't notice. this is the first time ever that i left a 10 % tip... with a long note on their copy of the bill.",
        "the times i have been here i was impressed at the food and service in comparison to a red robin i had visited several years ago. we were seated quickly and taken care of by the wait staff. i had the prime chophouse burger and the burnin'love burger on two separate occasions. my food came out hot, fresh, and cooked to my liking. the fries were all newly made. because it is a chain, you know going in that you won't be gettin extravagant food, but for a burger & fries kind of meal there are a lot of choices, many of which are good.",
        "come here often and love the bonzai burger. usually get diane in the bar as our server which is always great, attentive and welcoming.",
    ],
    "summary": "i enjoyed a dinner out at the waterfront red robin. i ordered the bacon cheeseburger which was okay, not great. what i really found disappointing was the chicken tortilla soup. it seems that at a restaurant that has this soup is either really good or really bad. there is no in between. the service was great and the atmosphere was fun. i would very likely return to this red robin."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "my husband loves burgers and we wanted to go somewhere new close to home, figuring we would enjoy burgers from a national burger chain. wrong. we paid $ 32 for a meal that tasted like it was made at mcdonald's. the burgers were small, tasteless, and unappetizing. the fries probably came out of a bag in the freezer. we were extremely disappointed. we will not be returning.",
        "been here many times. service was never as bad as this time. i'm not sure if it's annoying to ask for a booth but we had two kids with us so that is what we requested. the hostess looked confused for about 6 minutes and then sat us at a table. the table was filthy and we then noticed that the people that came in behind us got seated at a booth. no one ever came to our table so my husband asked if we could be moved to a booth with a server. we finally got service about 25 minutes after arrival. the food was mediocre and the service was awful.",
        "horrible service. we sat for almost 10 minutes before we saw a server. we hit the call button on the ziosk and still waited for a server for 5 minutes. sever herself was fine, but the hostess was rude and the manager was a coward.",
        "it was very disappointing. although the server was nice, everything felt rushed. my burger was over - salted and luke warm. it did not taste fresh and hot. all i had was fries and lemonade. when i reported that i did not like my meal i was not offered to have anything else and the bill was brought over immediately afterwards. i will not be back for awhile. this is disappointing to someone who enjoys the variety of burgers the restaurant has to offer.",
        "why did i go here??? i suppose i bought into the marketing... hadn't been to red in years and figured since all they do is burgers, it should be pretty good. wrong. i got a tiny double burger smothered in a bbq sauce made from mayo!!! nasty. i sent it back because i requested no mayo and got the same burgers just scraped off and put back on my basket. cold. fried were cold too. i sent them back and got another batch of cold fries. they did take off the burger from the bill, but please do yourself a favor and stay away from these chains. oh and they have an outside patio facing the river that was closed!",
        "went to rr this evening with a party of 6 including a 2 year old. took over 45 minutes for some of the food to be ready - not all of the entrees. complained to the manager and still after 10 minutes the food wasn't ready. left without eating.",
        "probably the worst and most disorganized restaurant i've been to. waited 10 + minutes to even be seated and by that point all i wanted was to order to go. ordered only two burgers and then proceeded to wait 30 + minutes to have my order completed. never coming back to this establishment again. the staff seriously need to be trained better on how to be more efficient. also, make sure to check your order once they bring it to you. they tend to forget to give you stuff you paid for. absolutely. unbelievable.",
        "i've been twice. the garden burger was uninspired. they need to find a better source for their buns. the caesar salad ( either the \" mighty \" size or the smaller side salad ) was pretty lame : two times too much dressing. the server's attitude seemed to be that quantity takes priority over quality ( they kept asking my friend if he wanted refills of french fries ( i tried one, found it disappointingly soggy, and had no more ). i see nothing to recommend at red robin.",
    ],
    "summary": "decided to give this place another try. first impression has already aggregated me. we asked for a booth and there were clearly open booths and was told that section was closed. within minutes after sitting they started sitting people in the same booths we were told were closed. if you are not willing to accommodate your customers, get into a different business."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "decent food, and my service was good. it's too easy to get charged the entertainment fee though even by just looking through the ziosk.",
        "good burgers cold beer. kinda hard to go wrong with this combo.... prices are high and the traffic at the e waterfront sucks but you could do much worse. the service was good too.",
        "service was great and food was ok. dd n i sat in the back room and there were napkins, straw papers, and who knows what else all over the floor. food took a while to come out but it was hot and fresh.",
        "went here for lunch today. what we sampled : the onion ring tower ( delicious i really liked the campfire sauce ) prime chophouse burger ( decent, but overall meh as yelp would put it ) steak fries ( i usually hate steak fries to i will say these were great ) overall it was decent for lunch, but i don't love chains so i would rather go somewhere else.",
        "burgers are good.. service is ok. during weekdays service is very slow.. try the'dgb ','black & bleu'or the'a1 peppercorn '. bottomless fries are always a plus!",
        "food is good burgers and chicken sandwichs are both good and decently priced. campfire sauce is awesome. bottomless fries are a good idea but they give very little in each serving and tracking your waitress or waiter down is a chore. service needs work. food is fine.",
        "boneless wings are good and the buzz sauce had a sneaky heat after a minute. the ensinata chicken had a good spice the side salad is right size. this is not the full review.",
        "very inconsistent quality one time i go the burgers are good and the fries are great and another time the burger is dry and the fries are not that great it's weird",
    ],
    "summary": "food is pretty decent here for a cheaper meal our food came fast and was hot. our server was nice a little soft spoken but the other waitresses were entirely too loud. it was towards the end of the night when i stopped in but a younger waitress just yelled across the dining room to other workers and as we were leaving she got into an argument with another older waitress. not professional"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i passed this place every morning on my way to work. finally decided to meet a friend there for dinner. lets just say i was pleasantly surprised. nice patio area along with great happy hour specials. also the spicy bleu burger is a keeper. the wait staff was friendly as well... all and all a good experience, and would definitely come back.",
        "cute atmosphere! i had the ombre drink which was a jalapeno vodka and pineapple juice which was amazing! the lobster puffs and chicken sticks appetizers were delicious. i order the pork verde, it was okay, nothing special, i would not order it again and a side of mac and cheese with bacon that was so good! our waitress was extremely sweet but it took forever to get anything, even to order food she would be gone for a long time. she brought out their cookie dough dessert for my uncles birthday which was so nice! i wouldn't suggest that, i want to go back and try the cobbler.",
        "we had brunch on the patio. i like places that you don't have to wait for what seems like forever. i tried a little bit of everything at the table and it was all really good. very comfort foodie. our server was attentive, i loved my coffee.. may become our new go to brunch spot downtown.",
        "i really like the atmosphere. we started with the cheese and fruit plate that was on special. it was really good sized and had a lot of variety. the lobster and crab puffs were really delicious. for dinner i had the grilled cheese sandwich which was quite delicious. i can't remember what everyone else had but 3 out of 4 of us really enjoyed our food. the negative, the service was really really slow. for 4 people on a wednesday night with not many people there it took almost 2 hours for our meal. i really enjoyed myself but probably not going to become a regular staple for me.",
        "good food, good service. i found this restaurant because it was near the hotel i am staying at and thought it would be something that myself and my teenager can enjoy. the menu is on the upscale side but my son found the triple cheese grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. the food was good and both of us had a great meal. next time i'm in town i would visit again.",
        "switch, will you marry me? as far as casual american cuisine this is the good stuff! the sangria chicken salad was like a party in my mouth, and yes everyone was invited. the service was good as the wait staff was very attentive. i'll be back within the week. this boy is in love!",
        "my hubby and i stumbled upon this place. the music and ambiance was so cool. it was like toned down house music. the service was amazing! our waiter was mixing our drinks, and after 2 each scott and i we're pretty drunk! the food was also amazing! if you like greek salad i have to strongly recommend theirs! the best i've ever had, hands down. the entrees are so gourmet and its so hard to make a decision. i can't recommend this restaurant enough. we are so happy!",
        "amazing is all i can say!!! i took the whole family here for a celebration and not one of us complained let alone spoke to each other while we were eating because the food is so good! it was really busy with the larger party seated near us but our server was friendly and checked on us frequently. i never saw her replace my drink but my cup was always full. i can't wait to go back and try more of the menu!",
    ],
    "summary": "finally made it over to this place after hearing it was the shiznit. yeah, i said shiznit. nice and quiet in here, kinda dark but very relaxing. service was good and food was amazing! a great place to get a good burger or something a little fancier. there menu has a little bit of everything. i will be back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "great customer service! and good pizza!!! just missing the ranch and pineapple, which are pretty important!!",
        "the pizza was the closest to what we had while in rome and around italy. loved the atmosphere, full bar, and seeing her ur pizza being made from dough to end. managers came by to check on us, and customer service was great. only thing i would like to see different, is to have a sosa fountain instead of buying a bottle at a time. definitely recommend, especially for a family meal, because kids love watching the pizzas being made.",
        "everything was fantastic! the sauce, pepperoni, and sausage on my pizza were so amazing and tasted phenomenal!! it was a friday night at 6pm and they were busy but my pizza came out in a very reasonable time!! i will be back for sure to try out more!!",
        "desano's @ waverly. time to \" cheat \" and i opted for a regular full - on gluten pizza first time here. ordered the margherita pizza with oregano cooked in it. wow! crisp, fresh ingredients, just the right amount of oil and simply delicious. couldn't ask for anything more... coming from this ny italian woman! i will go back! 5 btw.... m - w, 2 lg pies + btl wine : $ 50 that's 16 slices \u00f7 5 / 6 ppl = less than $ 5 per person! great deal!",
        "fantastic, authentic neapolitan pizza experience. you're greeted by a cavernous room with family style tables, the pizza is just like you get in naples, fresh ingredients amazing taste. staff is friendly and professional and there's a full bar to compliment whatever'za you get. highly recommend!",
        "the pizza was very good ; had the margherita and the desano. service was better than expected for a new restaurant ; both pizzas came out within 15 minutes. the desano was a bit salty, but still good. i'd put desano a half - notch below inizio ; inizio has a superior red sauce to desano and better flavor integration in their margherita. both places are far, far above the mass market papa john's across the street, but at roughly twice the cost. my go - to pizza for this area is still lorenzo's, but their service quality has declined markedly in the past two years.",
        "if this new restaurant would have had brewed iced tea, it would have gotten five stars from me. how could a restaurant in the south get by without having iced tea? hard hard could it be? the pizza was so good. loved the crust and the flavor. hip atmosphere with a warehouse feeling. don't expect to find anything else other than pizza and a full bar. no salad. did i tell you that there was no brewed iced tea?",
        "so happy to finally have an excellent pizza restaurant in south charlotte! the service and pizza was excellent. we have a toddler and it can be difficult going out anywhere. she loved watching the pizza makers toss the dough and even playing with a piece of dough herself! we ordered the lasagna pizza and it was delicious!! would be awesome if they could get a delivery service going. for now, we will definitely be frequenting this restaurant on our \" pizza nights \".",
    ],
    "summary": "so glad this location opened up on this side of town! you can really taste the difference in the quality ingredients that desano uses in their pizza. i'll admit when i tell friends about this place i have to advise them of no split toppings on the pizza but other than that it's great. get the meatball pizza!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've been to switch several times - i keep going back because of the consistently good service! the menu offers a variety of yummy choices for lunch or dinner ; i have yet to try something there i didn't like. and if you are looking for a great weekend brunch head to switch.",
        "the place is next to an icon durante. we were seated immediately. place is nicely decorated. we had thei r pastry appetizers with lobster. it was nice and flaky but very small for the pice. we did like their onion rings. we tried their lobster mac which was a healthy portion.. service is always good but some of their dishes can be on the salty side",
        "always have had great service. wait staff is knowledgeable on menu drinks so good recommendations. i always get the lamb lettuce wraps and am never disappointed. great place for family, friends or dinner date. cheese platter is lovely too.",
        "i brunched ( yes i used that as a verb ) with some friends at switch this sunday. i had an egg taco plus bacon ; like most things with bacon, it was love at first bite. we all shared a $ 6 pitcher of mimosas. who doesn't love that? the restaurant is very cute, it has that downtown phoenix vibe. loved everything, although it was a little weird listening to house over brunch, but i digress... it was so worth it.",
        "i love switch. i find their food to be refreshing, love the recession specials and love the value of their drinks too. i had the macaroni and cheese with lobster and crab. i loved it a lot! our server sarah was great too. i can't wait to eat there again soon.",
        "i've been here many, many times. i've never had a bad meal. place is usually pretty clean and chic. the atmosphere is great but is cheapened by a stereo system that sounds like a cheap all - treble boom box. drinks are usually pretty good with only a few misses. overall it's one of our go - to places to eat and have taken many visitors there.",
        "so i have only been here twice, for breakfast and ate 1 thing... so, with that in mind here is my review! i had the quiche, which i always hate and would never think to order it. but it looked good one day and i am sooo glad i had it. it is the best i have ever had. i had difficulty keeping conversation as i was too busy eating it! i don't remember if it was pricy as i was in food coma ( they give you a lot ) i am looking forward to maybe expanding my horizons. their drinks are good too.. if you get that far!",
        "this place is great. the decor and atmosphere is cozy and hip. we had a couple of their house drinks. me : the blueberry cosmo, my hubby the dark and stormy. delish. we also shared a basket of wedges which i highly recommend. my hubby had the mac and cheese w / classic ( yes classic ) bacon. he loved it, even the next day. he said his fave thing about it is that the cheese stayed creamy throughout the entire meal, it never got hard. i had the lobster and seafood crepes. um, yeah. so incredibly delicious. the desserts were great too. red velvet cake and fruit crepes. mmmmmmmm......",
    ],
    "summary": "switch is a great restaurant. the problem is for some reason we never think of going there. i think it is because it is a bit out of the way from other restaurants in the area, though it is close to a few other good ones. but the food is consistently good and the service is outstanding. they serve a mean cocktail too. ask your server to recommend something for you. they will be happy to help you with the large variety of choices. i really love their brunch too."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "so i'm not in love, but i'm definitely in huge like! one of my friends wanted to try a new place for her bday lunch and she picked switch. i wasn't too convinced but it was very good. i knew it had to be part of the fez / ticoz family ( which i consider myself a niece of because i can't get enough! ). my only complaint is that there weren't enough salad choices.... maybe i was unhappy with the selections overall but i had the sangria salad. it was very good, but not enough fruit and enough lettuce to make 3 salads. overall very good.... i'll be back soon!",
        "food was very good. i had the italian sodas with vodka and those were good as well. i would recommend this place to anyone. atmosphere was nice and the servers were nice and attentive.",
        "went for brunch on a saturday morning. the food is excellent especially considering the price. the back patio is good environment... laid back with lots of umbrellas for shade. only negative was average coffee and juice ( not that fresh ). very close to giving this five stars.",
        "switch was pretty cool. the house cabernet was very tasty. my friend and i shared the apricot bbq feta chicken sandwich and that was to die for! the side salad had a very strange tasting house dressing / vinaigrette drizzled on top. i would choose a different side next time but definitely worth a second visit. the service was fine, my companion was a bit disenchanted before i arrived due to the fact the server seemed completely shocked she was waiting to meet someone.... odd but will give it another whirl.",
        "i had the salmon and it was delicious. the green beans were just the right degree of al dente and the potatoes were perfectly done. my friend had the chicken and risotto and after a taste i wished i'd ordered it instead. the pesto flavoring was out of this world. the wine list was a bit limited but serviceable. my only complaint would be the music. some of it was nice, \" rat pack \" background music but every once in a while it would move to this horrible techno nonsense which was very annoying.",
        "it usually lands somewhere between decent and pretty good. the service makes me feel uncomfortable sometimes. recently, they stood and talked about how much they didn't want to be there. i've done the same at a job before. service people are often temporary, so this may not be an ongoing issue but it was off putting at the time. i always seem to rack up a fat bill way quicker than i expect to. i bet some of their dishes are awesome but i struggle with justifying the expenditure.",
        "came for a drink and my friend for a bit of food. the staff was not too helpful and was pushing us to order. thw drinks were fine. when and if i go back i might change my mind as one bad experience. however. it was a cute area. nice for a quiet night out with drinks.",
        "this is short and sweet. the buffalo chicken sandwich i had was very good. one of the people i follow on twitter kept talking about the cocktail called caipirinha so i googled \" caipirinha phoenix \" and switch came up. the caipirinha was the primary reason i came here and i'm happy i did. caipirinhas are delicious. they are a bit like a lemon infused mojito. i loved the experience of sitting on their patio and listening to music while i dined... it was a gorgeous day for it. if you were looking for a good place to start your first friday i wouldn't pass up switch.",
    ],
    "summary": "had the lettuce wraps with chicken as my meal and it was pretty good. the goat cheese added good flavor and texture. it's really more of a salad than true lettuce wraps which was fine and made for a nice meal. good ambience and vibe. service was very attentive without being overbearing or making us feel rushed."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went for brunch on a saturday morning. the food is excellent especially considering the price. the back patio is good environment... laid back with lots of umbrellas for shade. only negative was average coffee and juice ( not that fresh ). very close to giving this five stars.",
        "so i'm not in love, but i'm definitely in huge like! one of my friends wanted to try a new place for her bday lunch and she picked switch. i wasn't too convinced but it was very good. i knew it had to be part of the fez / ticoz family ( which i consider myself a niece of because i can't get enough! ). my only complaint is that there weren't enough salad choices.... maybe i was unhappy with the selections overall but i had the sangria salad. it was very good, but not enough fruit and enough lettuce to make 3 salads. overall very good.... i'll be back soon!",
        "went here on a sunday afternoon with the family and was a bit skeptical at first. the prices seemed too cheap and i was worried it wouldn't deliver. luckily, the food across the board was quite good for a casual american restaurant. a steamed clam appetizer with bacon and jalapenos was excellent, and my chillaquilles was legit. others had sandwiches and salads and all were happy, especially with the cheap drinks. all in all, a good little find for downtown phoenix.",
        "switch was pretty cool. the house cabernet was very tasty. my friend and i shared the apricot bbq feta chicken sandwich and that was to die for! the side salad had a very strange tasting house dressing / vinaigrette drizzled on top. i would choose a different side next time but definitely worth a second visit. the service was fine, my companion was a bit disenchanted before i arrived due to the fact the server seemed completely shocked she was waiting to meet someone.... odd but will give it another whirl.",
        "friendly staff. asked for rare burger came out medium well was hard and dry. bun was a bit stale which did not help. side caesar was ok slightly bland. onion rings greasy needed a different dipping sauce rather than catsup. waiter did offer to have burger replaced but never been a fan of sending food back to the kitchen. based upon the menu descriptions and prices expected better. just very average. good ice cream for desert, but at $ 3. 95 a scoop it better be!!!",
        "i ordered the turkey quiche and french toast. both were good, but not amazing... maybe i will forget it next week. service was okay. to me it was too dark in the restaurant. menu choices are a bit limited. expect to pay at least 10 - 15 a meal. and why its named switch - i don't know.",
        "had the lettuce wraps with chicken as my meal and it was pretty good. the goat cheese added good flavor and texture. it's really more of a salad than true lettuce wraps which was fine and made for a nice meal. good ambience and vibe. service was very attentive without being overbearing or making us feel rushed.",
        "another good lunch spot. cute, trendy, good music, good lunch food. my sandwich could have been a tad better ( the caprese... it could have used a little kick somewhere ) but my other choices have been good. i really like the spartan pita, my side salads and fruit have always been fresh. perhaps i will try a salad from the menu next time. the service has always been good. i rather enjoy this spot for a quick lunch date with friends.",
    ],
    "summary": "came for a drink and my friend for a bit of food. the staff was not too helpful and was pushing us to order. thw drinks were fine. when and if i go back i might change my mind as one bad experience. however. it was a cute area. nice for a quiet night out with drinks."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "those ice cream sandwiches are not to be missed. you basically pick your cookie and your ice cream flavor and let them do their magic. both the chocolate and espresso ice cream flavors are amazing!",
        "i love this place!! whenever we go to the comedy bar.. we stop by here before and sometimes after the comedy show!! ha!! the gelato and ice creams are amazing!! i love the tanzanian chocolate and raspberry the most.. $ 3 for small and $ 5 for large if i'm not mistaken.. and the cookies.. ohh the sinfully delicious cookies!! soooo goooodd!!! i think they are about $ 1. 25 each.. worth every mouthful!! and i've had the butter tarts.. yum! just go.. stop reading this and go!! : 0 )",
        "this could possibly be the best little pastry shop in the city. hidden off the beaten track of busy bloor w. / bloorcourt gives it even more allure. located right next to ossington station - delaware entrance. butter tarts are perfect, cupcakes are almost too pretty to eat and the ice cream sandwiches are usually lined up for, especially on weekends. i believe its handmade ice cream too! a must try for any sweets lover. place looks like it should be featured in a magazine. always friendly.",
        "yummmmmmmm!!!! great spot, great ice cream, great cookies. my favourite cookie : the everything cookie ice cream flavour highlights : london fog and beer ( i tried these and they are so delightful!! ) i want to try the scjb espresso ice cream, it sounds amazing. this place changed my view of ice cream cookie sandwiches. love em!",
        "easily one of the best ice cream places around. the london fog ice cream with deep black tea and cream flavours will literally blow your mind off ; i pair it with either chocolate or oatmeal cookies. they also frequently test exotic flavours like matcha or taro which have so much genuine flavour ( not artificial or powder tasting ) and is much appreciated to asian taste buds. i wish they will develop black sesame and red bean recipes in the future... highly recommended to any ice cream lover!",
        "the best. i stumbled in near close with a crisis : locked out of the apartment i was staying at across the street, no cell phone, and no toronto phone numbers off the top of my head to draw on. not only did the two closers ( becket i believe, & a charming young woman ) offer me their cell phones to send frantic emails and make any and all local or long distance calls i needed to make, they sat me down nicely, calmed my nerves, and fed me a vegan cookie. i think this is true hospitality! thanks guys!",
        "my son and i ventured out on a saturday afternoon and decided to stop in and split an ice cream cone... maple bacon ice cream.... oh yeah!!!! since then... it's become an obsession.... do try the butterscotch tarts.... heaven!!!",
        "decided to give bakerbots another try. this time i stayed away from the cookie ice cream and just got a cone with mint chocolate..,, my favourite! i immediately regretted getting a cone. the ice cream was very melty, possibly due to the busyness of the place, but it made it very challenging to eat without spilling everywhere. the chocolate chunks were very huge which was very awkward in a cone. again i was disappontrd, probably won't return again.",
    ],
    "summary": "good even on a cold winter day! i'm not sure how it is possible but the cookies are soft and chewy, but also crunchy. ice cream is very creamy and not icy at all. my favorite combination is the ginger molasses cookie with dulce de leche ice cream. i am not looking forward to summer, when i am sure there will be huge lineups!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i finally tried switch for lunch today ( after frequenting fez forever - it was hard to tear myself away! ). wow wow wow! i am so excited to have a new menu full of fun, flavorful meals to try! i had the apricot bbq chicken sandwich ; my friend tried it and almost took it away from me! great prices, excellent selection and fun atmosphere. tables are a little close together but other than that i can't wait to go back!",
        "lamb lettuce wrap'small plate'was big enough as a meal for me! and it was delicious! our waiter forgot our appetizer and brought our food first. we said it was unnecessary to bring it at that point, and he brought it anyway but comped us. : )",
        "the menu is crazy genius! what a creative mix of flavors! my husband had the apricot bbq feta chicken sandwich on ciabatta bread and i had the amsterdam pasta with truffle oil and aged gouda - yumm!!! don't miss the crunchy panko crusted brie with habanero honey! great service, casual yet current atmosphere and reasonable prices. the back patio is super cozy! love it! can't wait to go back!",
        "i've been here a couple of times now. very classy looking and pleasing to be in. great service and excellent food. i'm not normally a big salad fan, but theirs are really good, especially with the salmon added on top. there's shared parking at the back and you can walk in from there.",
        "great food, gluten free hamburger buns and goat cheese!! a girl couldn't ask for more. a great atmosphere and excellent service. the cheeseburger was amazing to boot.",
        "our annual trip to this restaurant and it's a great place to be. great food, staff, and overall awesome!!!! can't wait to come back.",
        "fantastic place for lunch. very flavorful and varied menu. fun atmosphere, full bar... and excellent service. it's a little loud, but very comfortable with tables, booths or the bar for seating. it's situated between two other restaurants, and parking is in the back. located on central, but easy access. i'll be back to try some other menu items... it was hard to decide.",
        "had dinner at swtich on a friday evening while i was in town visiting some friends for a long weekend. it was a little chilly outside so we sat inside, but the outside patio looked amazing. the inside of switch was very modern and had a cool vibe to it. i started off with a red switch sangria cocktail which was infused with apples, blueberries and strawberries, and ordered the fresh mozzarella salad for my dinner which included roma tomato, basil pesto, garlic croutons, olives, red onions, field greens and of course mozzarella toped with a balsamic honey vinaigrette. the drink and the dinner were quite tasty. can't wait to go back when i visit phoenix again!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "met up with some of my good friends for hh on friday and got there just seconds before a storm hit! we had great service, yummy drinks, and delightful apps. we started with the onion rings and the dragon sauce then moved on to a delightful mix of healthy and fried snacks, followed by dessert. it was a lovely evening and just proved to me how much i am loving this place"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love this place!! i came here after a show which ended at 10 pm and they were still fully stocked! we sat in and ate ice cream sandwiches. the staff was really great. i had the everything cookie and burnt toffee ice cream which was a bit sweet but still yummy. the london fog ( earl greg ) ice cream was delicious also. i was impressed that there were vegan options, also tasty. the one downfall is that they only take cash. they have an atm though.. i still highly recommend it!",
        "cute little hole in the wall with a lineup out the door, that makes the best ice cream i think i've ever had!! you must try an ice cream sandwich with one of their many fresh baked flavours of cookies and homemade insanely flavourful ice cream. i had a peanut butter cookie w / burnt toffee ice cream and i was in heaven. the burnt taste in the ice cream is so perfect it balances out with the creamy sweet ice cream making for a heavenly combination. i'd love it if they had more seating but with summer weather eating outside is just fine! if you want dessert they are open until 11!!! goooo",
        "crazy awesome! co workers each had the largest ice cream sandwich they had ever seen, made fresh as we watched. i had a handmade iced tea and some ice cream. service was great. other baked goods looked delicious. great place to try while in town.",
        "let's begin the summer missions devouring late night ice cream, shall we? first stop, baker bots! i got there in time before the line extended till the half hour wait on a friday night so that was a bonus and most flavors were still available! ordered oatmeal cookie with banana pudding and captain peanut with cinnamon toast. all i got to say is that the flavors were true to its description! each product was so flavorful so i suggest to order cookie and ice cream separately since it might too much and too sweet to handle all at once. i'll be back if i'm ever in the neighborhood!",
        "this is one of my favourite dessert places in toronto. the ice cream sandwich is to die for! i got the half - sandwich which consisted of 1 cookie folded in half with a scoop of ice cream in between. don't be fooled though, the serving is huge and the half sandwich is definitely enough for 1 person. i got the everything cookie and earl grey ice cream and the combination was amazing. the cookie was very interesting... chewy but crispy at the same time. the ice cream was very unique in terms of flavour and had a really nice thick and creamy consistency. i will definitely be back!",
        "great shop! stopped in here via an article i found on the best ice cream to try and this certainly was the best! had the everything cookie with cinnamon toast ice cream. this was freaking the best, so many flavors and smooth ice cream. the shop is really cute and has several cakes, cup cakes, and coffees. the flavors are interesting and amazing at the same time. if i lived closed i would totally stop in here for all of my cake and ice cream needs, such a cool spot!",
        "ice cream smooshed between two cookies? um, yes please? i would eat here every day if i could. the gluten free & vegan cookie is quite possibly my favourite cookie of all time. dairy free ice creams as well! be ready to wait in line in the evenings in the summertime, but it's well worth it. cash only! head out the delaware exit at ossington subway and you'll be ready for cookie / ice cream / sweet treat deliciousness",
        "awesome place! everything cookie with burnt toffee and espresso. so worth it. cheaper and better than bubble tea. mmm! make sure to ask the workers for sample taste.",
    ],
    "summary": "i must say this is the best ice cream place i have ever been to. the fact that you pick your cookie and pick your ice cream and build your own ice cream sandwich is amazingly delicious. we were so full after going for dinner but we made room for this wonderful place. i tried the banana puddin ice cream with the birthday cake cookie. yum!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i've loved everything i've tried here. the kom tum meatballs are a must. the chef is great with food allergies. and my 7 year old daughter found a side of mac and cheese that is so good she asks to come back",
        "the french toast here is amazing. blueberries and cinnamon and maybe the best french toast i've ever had. the service could be faster, especially when it came time to get the bill and pay.",
        "checked it out on a whim and was very pleasantly surprised. drinks are healthy pours and appetizers are tastily enjoyable and enough for two. sevice staff is happy to have us there. will have to return for dinner.",
        "one of the best restaurants i have been to in downtown phoenix in a lonnnng time. a big part of our great experience here was our server tim who was very friendly and knowledgable. when we go back we will definitely ask for him. the lobster crab puffs are an absolute must for an appetizer. very reasonably priced menu with a unique wine selection. as a self proclaimed wine - o i really enjoy it when i go to a restaurant and don't recognize any of the names on the menu. ambience is very modern yet relaxed. nice patio for when it finally begins to cool down here : ) i seriously have nothing negative to say about switch. 2 thumbs up. and ask to be seated in tim's section : )",
        "i have never been disappointed. casual dining located next door to durant's with easy parking in the rear. nice menu with a blend of comfort foods as well as unique items and daily specials. full bar. owned and operated by a talented chef. they offer brunch on the weekends with carafes of cocktails. small rear patio for outside dining. service has always been excellent as well. pricing is reasonable ; most lunch items are $ 15, dinner entrees $ 20'ish. i have dined here 100 times.",
        "love this place! came here for lunch last week and had a great time sitting on the patio. i had a hamburger, which was delicious because they actually season their meat. been here several times and they have never disappointed me!",
        "i have been back a few more times since i last reviewed switch. i will say that the service has definitely improved! also, try the drunken italian sodas. they're great. i think it is a great place to go if you are looking to have drinks.",
        "this place has great food. went for a birthday party with a large group of friends about 10 people. the place handled our group size with their seating fairly well. now to the food. the mac and cheese with lobster was to die for. they do make other things very well but i only go for the mac and cheese. it is one of those meal where you recommend that everyone gets that as a side because you are not going to want to share it. this is a spot you need to go to if you are in downtown located on central and virginia just off the light rail it should make your places to stop by, without a doubt. don't sleep on this one.",
    ],
    "summary": "great place to get together with friends for an evening meal or lunch. i've been here several times and love the atmosphere. upbeat but chill at the same time. service is always great and the food always taste amazing. the lobster and shrimp mac and cheese is definitely worth a try."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "one of my favorite places in town. lately i have gone twice a week because it's very good and they are open late. food is always good. burgers, salads, sandwiches. all fantastic and a wide variety. bruschetta or the croquettes of the day are both a must! sean has been my server three times in two weeks and after tonight i will ask for him when he's there. he is very attentive and works hard. sean is probably the best server i have had in years. switch is a must try! don't forget to ask for sean and tip him well. he works hard!",
        "ate here the other night while visiting family in az. can i just say that the flavors developed were amazing. all seven of us were very impressed with our meals. and the service was great. i had asked to sample a salad dressing, as i am particular about these. the server gladly did so. both my sister and i were so in love with the sangria dressing, she asked if she could purchase some to take home. the chef actually came to the table to chat with us. everyone was so nice. great place. highly recommend it.",
        "the food was perfect. i knew something good was cooking when i walked in. the smell alone makes you hungry. great drinks, blackberry mojito was so good i had two. no complaints. i go there as soon as i'm off the plane.",
        "i was staying at the hotel across the street and was in need of some easy convenient take out food. the front desk recommended switch and i could not have been more impressed with the recommendation. great customer service on the phone and at pickup. the food was just as good. i got the buffalo chicken wrap with onion rings and both were to die for. the dragon sauce with the onion rings was freaking fantastic. i'd definitely recommend stopping by to try this place!",
        "this food was exactly what we were looking for to indulge in our cheesy cravings. the soft pretzels with cheese sauce and the mac and cheese were delicious. dan was an incredible server : friendly, helpful and suggested the best dessert we've ever had... the blueberry bread pudding. must try. so amazing.",
        "yesterday was massage day and i also have doozy of a cold, so i went with my good buddy to see if i could have something warm and comforting before going back home to my bed. our waitress was awesome and totally got what i was going for. she recommended the chicken pot pie gallette and it was a winner... warm, filling, and delicious. she also made me a couple of hot toddies that really helped me feel better. just fantastic, all the way around!",
        "i love this restaurant. the menu is very broad - - loads of selections. great munchies for happy hour ( the hummus is amazing ). love the blue sky salad. the buffalo burger is also really yummy. they are always willing to change things for you with no problems - - which is big for me because i never order things the way they are! i love this place for lunch, happy hour and dinner. also, very consistent.",
        "tried this place last night that has been bookmarked for months. we loved it! we started with the lettuce wraps and thai tacos. both incredible. i had the switch super cobb ( think that's what it was called ) which was delish. and my boyfriend had the pot pie which was flavorful but some of the veggies were a little undercooked. overall, we loved the food and the patio atmosphere. will absolutely go back again!",
    ],
    "summary": "switch is awesome. the reviews are true. really cool place. was in town on business looking for something close to my hotel and lucked out with switch. staff is incredible. every time i am in phoenix i am coming here! believe me on this one, its not on the menu so you have to ask for the southwest hanger steak. best thing i have ever eaten."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i was so pleasantly surprised by this place. i was worried it would have all the unearned pretentiousness of fez. but the reverse is true. the staff and patrons here are so friendly and attentive. every time i have gone, i have received exceptional service and great tasting food. the atmosphere is great. although i still can't mentally get out of my head where the bagels used to be when it was bruegger's. but that's my issue and i wont hold it against them.",
        "switch is a hidden treasure in downtown phoenix. it's located right next to durant's, but still not super well - known. the atmosphere is very trendy and local. they offer indoor and outdoor seating. if the weather is nice, i would recommend sitting in their patio space. the cocktails are delicious and the cowboy burger was extremely juicy! definitely order a side of the twisted fries, if your meal doesn't come with it. i've been to switch multiple times and i always leave happy with a full stomach. i will be taking more lunch breaks at switch!",
        "excellent happy hour and yummy dinner. the caperinhas were great, and at $ 3. 5 for happy hour, totally worth it. wine is also $ 3 per glass during happy hour as well. the lobster and seafood crepes were super tasty, though a little small for the price. i added a side salade which brought this up to a tasty fully meal. recommended.",
        "a great place. i live in the neighborhood. it's awesome. the staff are very friendly and the restaurant is open long hours. also, it's very friendly for the glbt community and the service is very good. if you're craving a good burger, this is the place to go.",
        "i visited phoenix recently and stayed across the street. went to switch most nights and enjoyed the service, excellent happy hour drinks, and especially the food. spinach, bacon, and feta salad is tasty and satisfying ( even a day later ). ditto for risotto balls. also enjoyed the dragon wrap, southern dump truck, and pretzel pork. if i get to phoenix again, i will go back to switch",
        "this place is great. the decor and atmosphere is cozy and hip. we had a couple of their house drinks. me : the blueberry cosmo, my hubby the dark and stormy. delish. we also shared a basket of wedges which i highly recommend. my hubby had the mac and cheese w / classic ( yes classic ) bacon. he loved it, even the next day. he said his fave thing about it is that the cheese stayed creamy throughout the entire meal, it never got hard. i had the lobster and seafood crepes. um, yeah. so incredibly delicious. the desserts were great too. red velvet cake and fruit crepes. mmmmmmmm......",
        "have tried close to 90 % of the menu, have never been disappointed on anything that i have had! have introduced tons of my friends to this place and they have quick to became regulars themselves. you absolutely must try the switch burger! all day drink specials, and a happy hour you can't beat!",
        "popped in for dinner the other evening after years of not having been here. i ordered the super chop salad and my friend ordered the cowboy burger. i'd had the salad years ago and remember how delicious it was. this time, it was still great, but next time i think i will try one of the many other delicious looking items on the menu. the red sangria was also amazing. would love to come back during happy hour, hang out, relax and try a new food item!",
    ],
    "summary": "this restaurant was a great location and destination. it is easily accessible by the rail. the mood is very casual and relaxed and the service was pleasant. the tejano burger was just amazing and filling. they also have great cocktails and decent beer. the choice of beer is not that extensive but the ones they had were good. all said and done, i would do it again for sure."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "we sat outside, it was great. nice and windy. love the lightings. we started off with the combo fries, which was the wedges and sweet potatoes. very lemony. yummmm. boyfriend had the amsterdam pasta, he devoured it less then five minutes. haha. so yes. he loved it. i had the la rioja veggie pinini. it was okay, it wasn't warm when i received my plate though. : ( angel over all was amazing. great customer service, friendly and super out going!!!! we'll be coming back. ^ _ _ _ _ _ _ ^ ; ;",
        "i had not been to switch since it first opened and after my lunch yesterday i keep asking myself why? first off, i love the indoor / outdoor space and lively atmosphere. our server, cynthia, was downright amazing - so professional, polite and on top of everything. the food was truly fantastic too. i enjoyed the very berry turkey sandwich with a caesar salad and ate everything - half the sandwich and the salad for lunch and the other half of the sandwich for dinner last night along with the potato, corn and bacon chowder that my out of town friend couldn't eat. absolutely great menu and i can't wait to come back again!",
        "chef jason does it up. delicious seafood crepes, bountiful bacon mac and cheese, and vege panini. all outstanding. deserts were perfect... home made hot chocolate sauce. what more do you need...",
        "i have never been disappointed. casual dining located next door to durant's with easy parking in the rear. nice menu with a blend of comfort foods as well as unique items and daily specials. full bar. owned and operated by a talented chef. they offer brunch on the weekends with carafes of cocktails. small rear patio for outside dining. service has always been excellent as well. pricing is reasonable ; most lunch items are $ 15, dinner entrees $ 20'ish. i have dined here 100 times.",
        "the menu is crazy genius! what a creative mix of flavors! my husband had the apricot bbq feta chicken sandwich on ciabatta bread and i had the amsterdam pasta with truffle oil and aged gouda - yumm!!! don't miss the crunchy panko crusted brie with habanero honey! great service, casual yet current atmosphere and reasonable prices. the back patio is super cozy! love it! can't wait to go back!",
        "was here for lunch today for the first time. we were welcomed with wonderful smiles and friendliness. our server was kyle and he was a gem! asked his opinion on a few items and he didn't steer us wrong plus he was very attentive. i had the vegetable panini at it was delish! my hubby had the cowboy burger and he said it was one of the best burgers he's had. frequent refill on soft drinks too. would go back and want to try brunch too. love!",
        "best place to eat in the central corridor. great food, servers with lots of personality, a fabulous sunday brunch ( with carafes of bloody marys or screwdrivers at $ 3, mimosa carafes for $ 6 ). my honey and i had our first date here and have been back at least once a week ever since ( going on 3 years now ). we love switch!",
        "i love this place! i've been here several times and i'm always wowed. they have delicious appetizers and drinks. i always get the white sangria which is just the right amount of sweet. my favorite appetizer is the thai beef tacos. i usually steer clear of spicy things, but switch does a great job of balancing all their flavors so you get spicy, cool, and sweet ( not just in the tacos ). i have not tried any of their main dishes because my friends and i always order too many appetizers. i can't wait to go back and try their main dishes. our waiter was great, when my boyfriend didn't like his drink the waiter asked how they could fix it.",
    ],
    "summary": "i've been here a couple of times now. very classy looking and pleasing to be in. great service and excellent food. i'm not normally a big salad fan, but theirs are really good, especially with the salmon added on top. there's shared parking at the back and you can walk in from there."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i love getting their ice cream sandwiches made out of their yummy cookies. i've also recently tried their chocolate cream cheese cupcake which was perfect. the icing was yummy and not too sweet. i always seem to go when they are low on baked goods. i look forward to trying out more of their cupcakes and desserts.",
        "very good interior decoration and bakery atmosphere. their friendly staffs were making pastries right behind the counter. the place was nice but might be a little small. there's only one table inside and a few benches outside. i tried the ice cream sandwich ( everything & rococoa cookies + malted sesame ice cream ). the ice cream was absolutely tasty. however, i found it's a little too sweet when eating the cookies and the ice cream together. maybe it's just me.. ( i don't like to eat too much sweets )",
        "loved this charming little store! i've read good reviews of this place and tried it out last friday. we got there around 9 pm and there was a lineup but nothing too bad. made in into the store about 10 minutes later and was greeted by the yummy scent of fresh baked cookies. i had a half ice cream sandwich with rococoa cookie and nociolla ice cream, my friend had the same cookie and burnt toffee ice cream and my fiance got the rococoa with vanilla bean ice cream. i loved my sandwich! the hint of salt on the cookie really brought out the flavour and the ice cream had a great flavour and was not too sweet. will definitely be back! please note, it's cash only.",
        "not a big fan of cookies, but their oatmeal cookie was pretty good. i had the london fog ice cream with the oatmeal cookie. the london fog ice cream has a unique flavor with hints of tea in it. their lemon tarts look delicious. wish i tried it.",
        "this is a small shop on a side street. i got a couple cookies and a slice of cake. i didn't find anything special about this place or the desserts. i would even say they are very regular. i could probably make these cookies at home. this is not really a shop to come and sit in. there is one small table with a few chairs around it but even that takes up most of the shop's space. i wouldn't recommend it. i think the cookie options at moo moo milk bar is better. i will not be returning.",
        "ever since a slew of ice cream cookie sandwich pictures have gone viral on instagram this past summer, i have been dying to try a place out in toronto that sells them. then i stumbled upon bakerbots and oh man, the cookie selection and wide variety of ice cream flavours i could honestly cry ( happy tears of course ). i had the birthday cake cookie with the toffee ice cream and it was heavenly! i'll be back for more when i'm in the area : ).",
        "i stopped in for a cookie fix. they only had a gluten - free chocolate chip cookie. sold! i'm a fan of vegan cookies too, so i wouldn't mind trying it. it was good! even if it was cold.. the boys were really nice knowing i needed a sweet fix but they were sold out of cookies and gave me a generous ice cream sample when i was asking about the cinnamon toast flavor. i'm a fan!",
        "after trying the ice cream sandwiches, i get random cravings for bakerbots about four times a week. this place is too delicious for words. i still compare all cafe bought hot cocoa to theirs and nothing has come close yet. another plus, their espresso drinks are surprisingly low cost. i'm not sure about quality because i've always been too busy stuffing my face full of tasty treats to order anything. pro tip : don't order an ice cream sandwich and then get on the subway. they're super messy and you'll p * * s everyone right off.",
    ],
    "summary": "sugar rush! this is a decent place to get baked goodies and ice cream. i've tried their ice cream sandwiches. i got burnt toffee ice cream on a double chocolate cookie. it was extremely sweet, a little too sweet for my liking. i would probably prefer the cookie alone rather than with the ice cream. the cookies here are delicious!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is one of my favourite dessert places in toronto. the ice cream sandwich is to die for! i got the half - sandwich which consisted of 1 cookie folded in half with a scoop of ice cream in between. don't be fooled though, the serving is huge and the half sandwich is definitely enough for 1 person. i got the everything cookie and earl grey ice cream and the combination was amazing. the cookie was very interesting... chewy but crispy at the same time. the ice cream was very unique in terms of flavour and had a really nice thick and creamy consistency. i will definitely be back!",
        "great ice cream spot. headed here today on a saturday night casual date with my fiancee. we were both craving something sweet and decided to try this place out. i always see it has long lineups and i never knew why. ordered the the rococoa cookie ( double chocolate ) and the espresso ice cream and a latte. greatest pairing ever. the ice cream felt truly espresso like and not too sweet, and the cookie was perfect, sturdy but chewy enough. i would love to try their other flavors, will definitely be coming back. ps : cash only!!",
        "epic ice cream sandwiches. they literally take 2 cookies, pack ice cream in the middle and serve. the full ice cream sandwiches are huge. half a sandwich will be good for most. their cookies are so tasty. their ice cream flavors are wicked. london fog, cinnamon toast, peanut butter and jelly. you must go here.",
        "you know what? i was really looking forward to taking the cookie and ice cream sandwich and shoving it in my face. did i do this? yes. was it worth it? no. tragic really. sure, their ice cream was good but so is the ice cream from many places in toronto. the cookie sandwich is their differentiator and the cookie sucked. they were rock hard. i had birthday flavour. sounds delicious right? wrong! it tasted like this free sample i once found and promptly ate at milk bar that i later found out was fake and made out of styrofoam.",
        "i must say this is the best ice cream place i have ever been to. the fact that you pick your cookie and pick your ice cream and build your own ice cream sandwich is amazingly delicious. we were so full after going for dinner but we made room for this wonderful place. i tried the banana puddin ice cream with the birthday cake cookie. yum!",
        "this is one of the best bakeries. they are a small shop and there are two benches to eat and drink outside the shop. the store opens late in the afternoon during the week. i went there in the morning one day and it was closed. i tried a piece of cheese cake, ice cream sandwich, milk shake and cup cake. everything was excellent. soon i will go back there again.",
        "i love this place!! i came here after a show which ended at 10 pm and they were still fully stocked! we sat in and ate ice cream sandwiches. the staff was really great. i had the everything cookie and burnt toffee ice cream which was a bit sweet but still yummy. the london fog ( earl greg ) ice cream was delicious also. i was impressed that there were vegan options, also tasty. the one downfall is that they only take cash. they have an atm though.. i still highly recommend it!",
        "this could possibly be the best little pastry shop in the city. hidden off the beaten track of busy bloor w. / bloorcourt gives it even more allure. located right next to ossington station - delaware entrance. butter tarts are perfect, cupcakes are almost too pretty to eat and the ice cream sandwiches are usually lined up for, especially on weekends. i believe its handmade ice cream too! a must try for any sweets lover. place looks like it should be featured in a magazine. always friendly.",
    ],
    "summary": "great shop! stopped in here via an article i found on the best ice cream to try and this certainly was the best! had the everything cookie with cinnamon toast ice cream. this was freaking the best, so many flavors and smooth ice cream. the shop is really cute and has several cakes, cup cakes, and coffees. the flavors are interesting and amazing at the same time. if i lived closed i would totally stop in here for all of my cake and ice cream needs, such a cool spot!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "extremley disappointed. i ordered a gray goose martini straight up and it was watered down. i know my grey goose martinis and this was watered down. i complained and was just given a blank stare and told that she poured it herself and she did not water it down. i typically order two and decided against a second one since it was like drinking vodka flavered water. i ordered the chicken rosotto, chicken was dry, chewey and warm, the rosotto was also warm and tasted like yesterdays left overs. the only decent item in the dish was the asparagus. needless to say i ate very little of my meal and did not finish it. extremely disappointed will not go back.",
        "if i could give 0 stars i would. and if i could post the video of daniel arguing ( loudly ) at my sister, i would. our waiter, daniel, provided us with the worst customer service i have ever had. put aside him being a waiter and us, paying customers, the way he treated my sister and i as human beings was absolutely disrespectful. how he handled the situation - laughing in our faces, yelling, interrupting us and how he disrespected women for everyone to see is absolutely the lowest form of humanity. i hope no one has to go through what we had to go through! absolutely terrible.",
        "probably the worst, most over priced food i have ever had!!!!!!! their salad was straight out of a bag, the fries were cold and rubbery, the cowboy burger was over cooked, and the bacon was undercooked. how can this place even be in business?? i could have made a better meal with my arms cut off and my eyes gouged out. save your money and go next door to durant's.",
        "worst service in phoenix. waited to be seated for 10 while the servers chatted. once seated the server was so rude and cold. i'd have left at that point, but was with friends and they wanted to try it as they'd heard good things... they left unimpressed food was almost unbearable it was so salty. this was the second time i've tried switch and will be my last.",
        "unfortunately, this is going to be a bad review. please clean the lady's restroom. please. i came on friday, and after going into the restroom, i couldn't even eat the pork belly special. needless, to say i lost my appetite. after a while, ( a few sips of my lemon drop ) i decided i was hungry. however, the cheese board was mediocre, and the chicken appetizer was dry. this place used to be my favorite go - to for brunch and happy hour. this makes me sad.",
        "stay away if you have food allergies. i was served a regular bun after ordering a gluten - free bun, specifying that i had an allergy, and double checking after they brought me my food. the waiter eric's first response was something along the lines of \" it's already in your stomach, i can't take it out now - so what do you expect me to do? \" good luck with your attitude before you seriously injure or kill someone! i will never come back here.",
        "so disappointing! if the owner is there, service is great. if not, then expect terrible service and poor food. watered down mimosas and tasteless food! i used to be a fan on weekends, not so much anymore.",
        "less than pleasant host, seemed annoyed that there was a large group coming. made me wait for my entire party to get here before being seated. if i were asked to wait at the bar i could've started a tab! none of the staff made eye contact as they scurried around me. we left without getting anything. bummer.",
    ],
    "summary": "walked in during late lunch hour. did not get acknowledged for about 5 mins. when i finally got sat down, and served my salad, i found a hair in it. got no apology. just a sigh firm the waitress when she took it away. you can't pay me to go back here. the waiters are rude."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "after talking to thomas ( of fez fame ) we decided to give ole switch another shot ( and because the owner is super cool ). this time it was much better. i had a hamburger and it was very good. awesome bun and greeeesy ( just the way it should be! ). they now are bumped to a 3 star, and i hope they bring back weekend breakfast hours... we need a good place for a hangover cure in cenpho!",
        "we usually brunch here because they have unique dishes, good deal on carafe, great service and a good atmosphere. we love their salad, entrees and sometime their weekly special. last night, we came in for a salad but their special was pork chop. ended up getting salad and the pork chop. very good.",
        "delicious food at great prices. we were a large group with separate checks. the waitress took great care of us. unfortunately, happy hour doesn't start until 4 and they wouldn't budge by 10 minutes so we had to wait before ordering drinks. otherwise, we really love this place.",
        "decent food, great drinks. i enjoy their back patio as well. i've been here twice since visiting phoenix for work and only in the evening. they have a good variety for alcohol and food.",
        "my good friend sage was in phoenix yesterday, so we decided to have lunch at switch. we had a late lunch, so the place was fairly empty. it was my first time there, so i was glad that we didn't have to wait to get a table. the establishment has a very nice decor with a warm atmosphere and easily accessible to the light rail. service was attentive, and the food was pretty good. sage ordered the switch burger, and i chose the east port lobster roll. we didn't order any cocktails and instead had the blueberry sage tea. i'm now a fan, and i'm coming back to try their brunch.",
        "fun place, nice patio, and great staff! i went with a co - worker for happy hour. we enjoyed the wednesday night fruit and cheese plate for $ 6 ( normally $ 14, it was a steal! ) and a couple different mixed drinks. i also couldn't help ordering a glass of wine - they have a great wine list with a few lesser known wine makers who ( imho ) make some great wines! i'll be back to try the food someday soon.",
        "the regular burger and potato wedges are amazing!!! great'steakhouse'burger taste, without the price! will be coming back for it again!",
        "good food, good service. i found this restaurant because it was near the hotel i am staying at and thought it would be something that myself and my teenager can enjoy. the menu is on the upscale side but my son found the triple cheese grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. the food was good and both of us had a great meal. next time i'm in town i would visit again.",
    ],
    "summary": "it was a great place to eat for national night out. we are visiting arizona from minnesota and found the food to be really good quality and recommend it they verde pork something something. i'm sure other reviewers have commented on this but all day cocktail specials are also a very good bonus."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "good food, good service. i found this restaurant because it was near the hotel i am staying at and thought it would be something that myself and my teenager can enjoy. the menu is on the upscale side but my son found the triple cheese grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. the food was good and both of us had a great meal. next time i'm in town i would visit again.",
        "service can be slow at times, even when the place is empty. other than that... i've never had a bad meal, in fact most of them have been spectacular. the only bad experiences i've had have been how long it takes to get through a meal. food comes out very slowly, and it takes forever to get a check unless you ask for it upfront. slow service aside, i constantly recommend this place to everyone that frequents central phoenix. it is a great little spot to get an awesome burger.",
        "i went there with a friend yesterday, i never been there or even heard of it, but it was great. i had the mozzarella caprese cibata it was unbelievable. so i cant wait to go back and try something else",
        "i really like the atmosphere. we started with the cheese and fruit plate that was on special. it was really good sized and had a lot of variety. the lobster and crab puffs were really delicious. for dinner i had the grilled cheese sandwich which was quite delicious. i can't remember what everyone else had but 3 out of 4 of us really enjoyed our food. the negative, the service was really really slow. for 4 people on a wednesday night with not many people there it took almost 2 hours for our meal. i really enjoyed myself but probably not going to become a regular staple for me.",
        "i ordered the turkey quiche and french toast. both were good, but not amazing... maybe i will forget it next week. service was okay. to me it was too dark in the restaurant. menu choices are a bit limited. expect to pay at least 10 - 15 a meal. and why its named switch - i don't know.",
        "i really like this place, the discreet back entrance so you can slip in, get some great wine and slip out. the service was great... even though i was with a large group doing a wine tasting, i snagged a waitress who basically was there everytime i needed her, bringing me different wine, lobster salad to go ( which was great )... and more wine. i love those dark back booths and plenty of couches along the front area... who doesnt love \" lounging out \" after work with a couple glasses in the dark... ( hands raised! )... seriously this place rox. where is it... right behind durants.",
        "i think everyone has said most everything that needs to be said about this place. but i'll highlight the reasons i frequent switch... free wi - fi good drinks $ 5 recession plate special - that is always as awesome as the rest of their menu good happy hour specials open til 11pm 7 days a week good wine great / friendly wait staff their salads are out of control - amazing. i think i could happily support / invest in switch / fez / ticoz dynasty for all of eternity... if i had the means.",
        "the apricot bbq feta chicken sandwich is what dreams are made of. i wanna try other dishes, but i always go back to my good old abfcs.",
    ],
    "summary": "the food here is always good. i never have had a problem with the food at all. but the service can be hit or miss sometimes. i have had great servers that pay attention to us and then we have had horrible servers who seem less than thrilled to be there."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "went here for the first time. the eggplant was the best i've ever had! very unique! the salmon was tasteful! we will definitely return! service and atmosphere was very good.",
        "very nice restaurant experience at vogue bistro. from the warm welcoming reception through the final dessert course we were treated by staff as valued guests. food was awesome, especially the frito misto ( calamari ). the four of us had the special, crab stuffed halibut... mouth watering delicious! i had never had \" smashed peas, \" which were served with the halibut, but what a treat for my taste buds. truly delicious. prices were competitive. decor is vibrant yet intimate. overall great dining experience.",
        "we just got back from spending two hours in this amazing restaurant. the service, food, handling of reservations everything was perfect. nothing packaged or cardborad like at this joint. the deserts were like home made and the specials ( i had the duck with bread pudding ) ( my spouse had the scallops ) were cooked to perfection. i have lived in the surprise area for 14 years and this restaurant has been here for 8. the first time that i have been there. they treated us like long lost relatives who just came over for super. job well done surprise needs a place like this on the surprise menu.",
        "omg this place! it was amazing! the service was great and the food was so impressive! there were unique menu items to choose from and everything was delicious. i try long islands everywhere i go and had some here. they were the best i've ever had! this place was pricey but totally worth it. we sat on the patio at sunset and had an awesome view. try the frito misto app!",
        "i was pleasantly surprised when i walked into the vogue bistro last night. i was expecting something cookie cutter, but this place definitely was not. the vogue burger was delicious. my husband and i brought out of town guests and they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. great atmosphere and martini selection. will be back for sure!",
        "this place is amazing! i've lived in marley park for over 5 years and have been wanting to try this place forever, my husband finally brought me for my birthday. we worked all day so he was pressed for time so called ahead made reservations and the manager had a dozen roses waiting at my table when we arrived. the waitress, the wine, dinner was fantastic. i had the alaskan salmon and my husband had the filet mignon. i highly recommend this place for service and quality. we will definitely return, thank you!",
        "our first visit to vogue bistro was wonderful. i had the cucumber martini, the crisp cool scent of cucumber was noticeable as soon as it arrived. it was perfectly chilled and delicious. we had the stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer, they were very tasty. the stuffing, made with alaskan crab, was light and perfectly seasoned and slightly spicy. the eggplant parmesan was unusual in that it was baked in a puff pastry. i never would have thought that that would have worked, but it was amazing. the dessert plate was an assortment of two sorbets, macaroons, handmade chocolates and another candy. delicious! everything was expertly prepared, nicely presented. and the wait staff were exceptionally attentive and pleasant. we'll definitely be back.",
        "i wanted to take my wife out to dinner. i saw the ratings and reviews from previous visitors. we went and our experience was phenomenal. the atmosphere was calm and romantic. the service excellent. the waiter was very informative and knowledgeable on the menu and drinks. i will most definitely go back again soon. i will recommend this place to my family and friends. five star well earned.",
    ],
    "summary": "we had a great experience here celebrating our parents 40th anniversary. they have packages you can have preset up for special occasions and we had a nice table setup with flowers which is a very nice touch. everything was delicious, our server was very attentive and we felt very welcome by the whole staff. my parents live in the area and will definitely be back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "ate here the other night while visiting family in az. can i just say that the flavors developed were amazing. all seven of us were very impressed with our meals. and the service was great. i had asked to sample a salad dressing, as i am particular about these. the server gladly did so. both my sister and i were so in love with the sangria dressing, she asked if she could purchase some to take home. the chef actually came to the table to chat with us. everyone was so nice. great place. highly recommend it.",
        "i highly recommend! i had the chef's special trout which was beyond amazing! it melted joy in my mouth! we had a fantastic server kaleigh who was so personable and gave us great service! not only did our appetizers and meals taste incredible, but the presentation was also so appealing. your taste buds will dance! such an amazing menu! we found the atmosphere very comfortable and appealing. the cocktails were also very tasty, and did the trick! i am so glad we came out to switch tonight, and we will be back!",
        "we had dinner for my daughter birthday. the place was quiet at 6. 00 om. we were seated immediately. we started with an appetizer shrimp and crab puffs. they were light and fluffy with a chipotle sauce. i had the lobster roll which was average. their steak fries were very good.. they gave us a free ice cream and fresh cookie. service was good. we also had the macaroni and cheese with lobster. this may be their signature dish",
        "this was my first time visiting switch. i must say the atmosphere was great! the host jack and our server dan were amazing!! they made us feel very welcomed and were always checking on us. the food was absolutely delicious!! i will be definitely visiting the restaurant again!!",
        "very nice place. fast very friendly service. we needed beef so we both ordered hamburgers. we agreed that these were the best burgers in recent memory the special and the rest of the menu equally enticing but burgers won out. tomorrow i intend to try the special when i take my associates back for dinner. the desserts are probably illegal in any nanny state. but this is arizona so freedom to indulge is protected. wife had bread pudding. i had the chocolate chip cookie dough. warmed but not baked with just enough ice cream. incredible! come to think of it, i may skip the special and go directly to dessert.",
        "read about switch on yelp so we thought we would give it a try. nice vibe. had bar half restaurant. nice menu. service was attentive. hubby had pretzel bun and pork sandwich with homemade pickles that he thought was average average at best. i had the buffalo chicken wrap. it was really delicious with the added benefit that it was grilled and that definitely added to the dish. finished with blueberry white chocolate bread pudding that was out of this world! we will be back to try some other offerings!",
        "excellent food, nice outdoor patio and our waiter, dante, was awesome! i had a lamb special which was great followed by the blueberry and white chocolate bread pudding for desert. i highly recommend both! we went during happy hour for which they have a pretty good drink menu with some tasty, unique choices. we will definitely be going back.",
        "went to this place due to the yelp reviews and also because it is owned by the same owners as metropolis, a new wine bar cafe in scottsdale. the food was inventive, which i really liked. we had lettuce wraps with ground lamb, roasted red pepper, goat cheese, cashews and purple cabbage. we also had slow roasted pork with poblano peppers, pickled onions over a corn pudding. both were delicious. we also tried their chicken pops, which was fried chicken with bbq sauce. service was fantastic too. cool vibe at this place.",
    ],
    "summary": "i went here with my mom and grandma. this place is fantastic, nice outside seating and great service. i ordered a delicious salad with the honey vinaigrette. i live in mesa, but if this place were closer i would definitely frequent here. will be back for my birthday dinner with the rest of the fam."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "first time here a month ago for dinner after a business meeting had the switch lettuce wraps delicious! will be back again!",
        "this place has great food. went for a birthday party with a large group of friends about 10 people. the place handled our group size with their seating fairly well. now to the food. the mac and cheese with lobster was to die for. they do make other things very well but i only go for the mac and cheese. it is one of those meal where you recommend that everyone gets that as a side because you are not going to want to share it. this is a spot you need to go to if you are in downtown located on central and virginia just off the light rail it should make your places to stop by, without a doubt. don't sleep on this one.",
        "i've been here many, many times. i've never had a bad meal. place is usually pretty clean and chic. the atmosphere is great but is cheapened by a stereo system that sounds like a cheap all - treble boom box. drinks are usually pretty good with only a few misses. overall it's one of our go - to places to eat and have taken many visitors there.",
        "it was a great place to eat for national night out. we are visiting arizona from minnesota and found the food to be really good quality and recommend it they verde pork something something. i'm sure other reviewers have commented on this but all day cocktail specials are also a very good bonus.",
        "i'm not sure why they're so expensive and it seems the prices just go up and up. but! however, they have the best sangria i've had downtown. it's my favorite. get a pitcher of the red! it's the best. their burgers are always delicious and cooked to perfection. what ever happened to their happy hour?",
        "the food, wine and service here was soooooo good - we came back 2 nights in a row. the appetizers are amazing. the risotto balls and asian beef tacos are faves and the hummus plate is enough for 3 people to munch on while waiting for your main course. main course - i tasted everyone's food at the table and they were all winners... so it's hard to pick a fave.",
        "went for brunch on a saturday morning. the food is excellent especially considering the price. the back patio is good environment... laid back with lots of umbrellas for shade. only negative was average coffee and juice ( not that fresh ). very close to giving this five stars.",
        "this is an excellent restaurant for a wide variety of situations : whether its having night out with the spouse or dining with friends for a weekend brunch, switch makes the grade. the drinks are strong, the food is inventive and delectable, and the waitstaff, especially gabriela, take exceptional care of you.",
    ],
    "summary": "the food is excellent, the wines are phenomenal and the staff is amazing. try the mac and cheese for sure it's out of this world and pairs nicely with the chardonnay. just wish it was a tad bit brighter in there it was a bit hard to read the menu."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this is one of my favorite places to bring friends here in surprise. we recently had visitors and we brought them right when vogue bistro opened and we were able to get a table outside. the bloody mary was delicious our friend said, and the chicken panini they ordered really hit their palette nicely. our waitress was super friendly and on top of making sure our drinks were filled. all in all our friends got to experience what we always experience. good food, and great service! if you arrive right when they open sitting is not a problem, but if you want a friday night date night i recommend to reserve your table.",
        "my husband and i went for dinner for our 17th anniversary. we saw the great reviews and have been wanting to visit here. we live in surprise and we haven't come across an exceptional restaurant yet in the last year and a half. most of the best, upscale restaurants are in phoenix and scottsdale. we were so blown away by the food, the style and the exceptional service we've had in a long time! this will now be our go to place from now on, it is truly a hidden gem here in surprise and they don't disappoint. i would definitely give them 10 stars!!",
        "back again last night. we frequently go to this restaurant as that good is fantastic, employees are always happy and knowledgeable, and the chef is outstanding. one member of our party tried the scallops special with a lobster sauce which she rated as a ten out if ten. vogue steaks were great as always and the flat bread appetizer was terrific. be sure to make reservations especially during winter visitor times.",
        "omg. the wine was great the food was even better! i had the special of wall eyed pike and spinach with linguine and a side of perfectly cooked plantain.... so worth the cheat! an unexpected surprise in surprise!!!! chatted with roman the owner, his wife is the head chef. hats of to them. if you are looking for a non chain to go for a great meal please discover the gem vogue bistro!!",
        "a wonderful surprise in surprise! visited this restaurant again to celebrate our friends birthday. my guy had the meat loaf, our friends had the filet mignon and i had angel hair pasta with a chicken picatta sauce. everything was perfectly cooked and the wines by the glass were excellent. have yet to try this for lunch although i'm told it's excellent.",
        "i love this restaurant!! tis is the 3rd year in a row, my bf and i spent our anniversary, while at spring training. every time has been really good!! this time i chose the chicken which was so good and moist and garlicky!!!! yum!!! my bf had the salmon and he licked the plate clean. for our starter we did share the beef skewers, so good!! definitely will get those again! the drinks are great as well, i had a lychee martini, and the bf had a dirty martini.. both delicious!!!",
        "amazing food, service and atmosphere. will be back for sure and will highly recommend to all. our server, dana was so helpful and outgoing w giving top notch service to us. everything was perfect for our anniversary dinner. thank you for all.",
        "damn!!! we went back last night and.... still down from when it opened. food was just so so leaning to ok, no more wow factor. i wish i knew why this happened there. i would have thought this restaurant is going to break the typical mold. it doesnt....................................... anyway i think we may go back 1 more time but with much lower expectations. too bad it used to be a gem... now just a common stone.",
    ],
    "summary": "hands down the best place to eat in the west valley. it would give you as good of a experience as any restaurant in the valley. the chef give the greatest attention to details. the specials are all based on fresh food. which makes the sea food specials amazingly fresh, and you can taste it. the vegetables are fresh farm raise and a real good side. my family and i try to go at least two times a week."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i like to make my review short and simple. get off your computer, get in your car, turn the air conditioner on, drive down ( or up ) to switch and leave the rest of the work to the fabulous chef and other great people who work there. seriously, the lamb appetizer did this little happy dance in my mouth. my daughter and i both enjoyed different salads. my daughter had two sangria's, and loved them both. the waiter was tons of fun. the place was moderately busy but, the one very hysterical waiter had it under control and he let us know it. yep, i love to switch!",
        "i went to switch with several co - workers today, and i believe our server's name was dan. he was very attentive and friendly... great service. and since a new owner took over switch several months back, the food is to die for. i call it soul food fusion, but that term doesn't really do it justice. the \" dumptruck \" sandwich is scrumptious as are the warm pretzel sticks. portions are very large, so share or plan to bring home leftovers. everyone in my party loved the food! thanks!",
        "seriously gonna have to bump'em up a star! here's why : 1. still! $ 3 buck carafes! ( bloodies and cape cods, we had and loved ) 2. awesome food ( salmon special bene was excellent! ) 3. server backed off once we told him we were campin'out ( but he was still pleasant ) 4. fairytale brownie sundae dessert was a fairytale! 5. excellent atmosphere, temperature ( i hate freezing! ) and people watching. sold! go here.",
        "we sat outside, it was great. nice and windy. love the lightings. we started off with the combo fries, which was the wedges and sweet potatoes. very lemony. yummmm. boyfriend had the amsterdam pasta, he devoured it less then five minutes. haha. so yes. he loved it. i had the la rioja veggie pinini. it was okay, it wasn't warm when i received my plate though. : ( angel over all was amazing. great customer service, friendly and super out going!!!! we'll be coming back. ^ _ _ _ _ _ _ ^ ; ;",
        "staying at the hotel across the street, this place was recommended by the staff there. what a great experience. really good food, excellent drinks, and especially excellent service. i wanted a place to eat and chill, and they were super accommodating. it helped that it was after a dinner rush, but i think they'd make everyone feel as welcome. completely recommend for food, drinks and atmosphere. sarosha was awesome!",
        "our friends invited us for brunch and we have become instant fans. fabulous menu with lots of choices. we started with the $ 6 carafe of bloody mary's. i ordered the green chili benedict and my husband ordered the breakfast burger. the staff was amazingly helpful. the food was delicious! and we definitely want to come back to try more items. insider tip : we met chef jason and a new menu will be introduced shortly. good southern inspired and hip yumminess! the ambience is great. cool patio and nice interior. we will be back!",
        "i visited phoenix recently and stayed across the street. went to switch most nights and enjoyed the service, excellent happy hour drinks, and especially the food. spinach, bacon, and feta salad is tasty and satisfying ( even a day later ). ditto for risotto balls. also enjoyed the dragon wrap, southern dump truck, and pretzel pork. if i get to phoenix again, i will go back to switch",
        "we had not been to switch in a while, and, we were glad it's still very good. they offer a full bar in a casual trendy atmosphere. our waiter, lonnie, was very polite and friendly. we ordered two of their burgers and the shrimp and grits. they have a good selection of unusual beers on tap. the burgers arrived cooked to perfection. we choose the house regular fries, which were fresh and hot, nice and thick cut. the shrimp and grits also were excellent. mildly spicy and delicious. the grits were cooked perfectly and the shrimp were not overcooked. the portions are generous. i would definitely recommend this fun restaurant.",
    ],
    "summary": "great atmosphere for any mood. great drink menu. ordered the risotto croquets which today's flavor was greek! they were hot, creamy, amazing and great balance of flavor. i ordered the mac and cheese with the lobster and the crab, delicious! be aware huge portion! also ordered the fairytale brownie sundae, it was really good, but so big we didn't finish it! i would definitely come back again and tell others how great this place was!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "this place is fire! the vogue burger is probably the best burger i've ever had! the ambiance there is great too, dimly lit and has that good local feel to it. i dig this place.",
        "vogue is pretty much the only very good restaurant in surprise ( i've yet to try amuse bouche ). i've been twice, and i've enjoyed my meal both times. i've had the vogue burger and the rabbit stew. both were very delicious and were dishes i would order again without hesitation. the price is average to high for the location and quality, but overall i feel it's fair. i've heard that they add seasonal options and specials as well and i'd love to return during one of these times.",
        "the food, drinks and restaurant are great. i've been going there for the last 9 - 10 years during spring training and i wouldn't go anywhere else. the appetizers, dinners and the great desserts are top notch. the bartender heather is the best bartender. her drinks are delicious and she is very personable and makes you feel very welcome. hope their paying her top dollar because it's why i go there. make a reservation, i promise you won't be sorry!!!",
        "nice and quaint. great place for conversation and lunch. had the half paninni and soup, delish. great signature cocktails also.",
        "went here at the advice of our hotel, for our anniversary. we were vacationing in phoenix and we really enjoyed this restaurant. food was good, service was great and the price was appropriate. a true dining establishment, not just a cafe",
        "this place is something else. the whole ambiance of this place is nice. it's clean and up to date. but on the other end i purchased their salad which was good but the portion size was ridiculously small. i think i ate it all in 5 bites? my water glass had visible lip marks. do they not clean their dishes? i mentioned and showed the server and just kinda shrugs and says i'll take it back to get washed. no sort of apology what so ever.",
        "i must admit that the wife and i have a hard time getting out of here under $ 150. 00 for appetizers, dinner, dessert and drinks. however, everything is well worth the expense as it is the most trendy / romantic spot in surprise. the chefs are quite skilled as the seasonal specials are to die for. however, if you just want to chill and eat cheap try the burgers as they are big, beautiful and fairly priced. be sure to get a reservation!",
        "the food and service were wonderful. i never knew it existed before and am so glad i've found it. the duck confit and vegetables were fantastic and they make a great mixed drink as well.",
    ],
    "summary": "what an interesting and great place with good food and a decent location. i really enjoyed the ambiance and the service. the meal was wonderful. ordered fois gras, escargot and the smoked salmon, then ordered the lasagna and salmon for main course. it was all very good. i would definitely recommend trying vogue bistro."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "last night was my first time at vogue bistro. what a really bad experience. the night started with the hostess arguing with me about a seat selection. it took about 30 mins to order a drink from the bar and about 2 hours to get our dinner. the waitress completely disappeared. seriously, she was gone and no where to be found. not once did anyone check on us or apologized for the delay in service. i was completely embarrassed to being my friends to vogue bistro. the staff was extremely rude and service was horrible. will never go back! thank vogue bistro for worst dining experience ever!!!!",
        "worst place ever!!!!!!!!!! mananger sucks! no class. the only thing that was good at this place was the water and the choclate cake. felt like i was eating at a nursing home. food was sooo dried out. i think they use frozen meals! wayy over priced waste of $ $ $ $ $ $ dont go! beware!!!!!!!",
        "horrible. if i could give them negative stars i would. they managed to ruin our thankgsiving meal. brought out food before drinks, which we waited 20 minutes for. soggy, overly salted turkey. nasty rhubarb cobbler desert, barely cooked. told me they didnt have carmel drizzle to put on my kids ice cream until i pointed out that my carmel apple martini had carmel in it. rude attitudes of waitstaff and management. will never ever ever step foot in this place again if its the last restaurant on the planet.",
        "went for easter brunch. i understand this was the first time they did brunch. i was very disappointed. the portions were a joke. i was with a party of 8 and we all left hungry. my crepes were cold. 3 of the meals were served missing the side of potatoes. the drink prices were crazy expensive. we left there feeling taken advantage of. won't go back.",
        "my first review of vogue bistro was removed, so i will keep this one simple and to the point. the patio seats were too small for a regular size adult. the server had to read the specials from a cheat sheet. the calamari is mostly fried carrots in a nest like structure and is not good. the server did not know what an ipa was nor did they have any. what beers they did have, are served in the bottle with a warm glass. the server did not pour. my steak was cold and my wife's salmon was undercooked. unfortunately, there is still no fine dining in surprise. sorry owner - no reason to have this one removed.",
        "i promise myself every time i go that i won't go again. service was terrible and french fries had to be returned because so salty you couldn't eat them. waitress was terrible. everyone got food except one person at our table. really - should all come out at same time. ordered 2nd martini and never got it. her explanation was that she was so concerned about the french fries that she forgot to put the order in for the martinis. the restaurant is so poorly managed and each time you go you think maybe someone that owns it got the message but..... no! it is such a nice location but food is marginal and service is always slow or non - existent.",
        "i had a large party, we were there from like 7 till 10 our waitress checked on us 4 times. we sat w water glasses in front of us for 30 minutes before we got asked if we would like drinks. horrible experience. filet minion was on point tho. service sucks. oh and one of my guest was never greeted at the door. stood there for 20 minutes before she walked out. never again vogue bistro.",
        "last friday my girlfriend and i went here for lunch. i ordered the vogue steak and it was awful... tough, like chewing on a sea sponge and not a good flavor. i was only able to eat one or two bites. my girlfriend ordered the salmon that she said was very good. i was disappointed that i had to ask for salt n pepper condiments and bread is by request only. this with two iced teas our bill was $ 75. after being excited that there was a bristo close by i would not repeat going back there.",
    ],
    "summary": "it was my very first time at vogue bistro. what a bad experience. since when does it take 3o mins for a drink and 2 hours to get you meal. not once did the server check on us or apologize for delay in service. 2 hours we waited for our dinner last night! i was really embarrassed to being my friends to vogue bistro. the service was horrible and the staff was extremely rude. will never go back!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "now, this is what a trendy, down town restaurant should be! the food, service and atmosphere are fantastic!! i have been meaning to come here for ever, but always wound up next door at couderoy. holy wow. the bruscetta board was a flavor punch in the mouth. as for the meals, i would love to talk about more of them, but i always find myself inhaling the dump truck 2. 0. what is that, you may ask? go and see for yourself!",
        "yesterday was massage day and i also have doozy of a cold, so i went with my good buddy to see if i could have something warm and comforting before going back home to my bed. our waitress was awesome and totally got what i was going for. she recommended the chicken pot pie gallette and it was a winner... warm, filling, and delicious. she also made me a couple of hot toddies that really helped me feel better. just fantastic, all the way around!",
        "i love this restaurant. the menu is very broad - - loads of selections. great munchies for happy hour ( the hummus is amazing ). love the blue sky salad. the buffalo burger is also really yummy. they are always willing to change things for you with no problems - - which is big for me because i never order things the way they are! i love this place for lunch, happy hour and dinner. also, very consistent.",
        "great experience overall! deana took good care of us! we loooved the shrimp and grits hands down best ever.. i even asked to meet the chef.. and he came out and i got to shake his hand!! and then.. the chef told us about the bread pudding to try.. and omg it was to die for.. such good flavor.. me and my girlfriends crushed it!!!",
        "my hubby and i stumbled upon this place. the music and ambiance was so cool. it was like toned down house music. the service was amazing! our waiter was mixing our drinks, and after 2 each scott and i we're pretty drunk! the food was also amazing! if you like greek salad i have to strongly recommend theirs! the best i've ever had, hands down. the entrees are so gourmet and its so hard to make a decision. i can't recommend this restaurant enough. we are so happy!",
        "my friend and i had lunch here last week for the 1st time and it was wonderful. first of all we went around noon so it was quite busy. it was a very professional looking crowd. the enviroment and feel in this place was so modern but relaxed. once we were seated we met our waiter angel, who was fabulous! he provided us with wonderful service and even dessert advice. the food was fresh, quick and delicious!!!!! i would recommend this place to anyone and i know i will be going back very soon.",
        "yum!!! i ordered the southern dump truck last night and i'm thinking about getting it again tonight!!! my hubby ordered the switch burger, perfectly cooked!! the staff was super friendly! we love this place!",
        "one of my favorite places in town. lately i have gone twice a week because it's very good and they are open late. food is always good. burgers, salads, sandwiches. all fantastic and a wide variety. bruschetta or the croquettes of the day are both a must! sean has been my server three times in two weeks and after tonight i will ask for him when he's there. he is very attentive and works hard. sean is probably the best server i have had in years. switch is a must try! don't forget to ask for sean and tip him well. he works hard!",
    ],
    "summary": "stayed at the hotel in front of this restaurant and decided to eat here based on the good yelp reviews. it did not disappoint! my wife ordered the jalisco panini and i had the roasted sweet tea chicken. both were delicious! the service was also outstanding and the restaurant has a good ambiance. i highly recommend it."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "seriously gonna have to bump'em up a star! here's why : 1. still! $ 3 buck carafes! ( bloodies and cape cods, we had and loved ) 2. awesome food ( salmon special bene was excellent! ) 3. server backed off once we told him we were campin'out ( but he was still pleasant ) 4. fairytale brownie sundae dessert was a fairytale! 5. excellent atmosphere, temperature ( i hate freezing! ) and people watching. sold! go here.",
        "i was so pleasantly surprised by this place. i was worried it would have all the unearned pretentiousness of fez. but the reverse is true. the staff and patrons here are so friendly and attentive. every time i have gone, i have received exceptional service and great tasting food. the atmosphere is great. although i still can't mentally get out of my head where the bagels used to be when it was bruegger's. but that's my issue and i wont hold it against them.",
        "our friends invited us for brunch and we have become instant fans. fabulous menu with lots of choices. we started with the $ 6 carafe of bloody mary's. i ordered the green chili benedict and my husband ordered the breakfast burger. the staff was amazingly helpful. the food was delicious! and we definitely want to come back to try more items. insider tip : we met chef jason and a new menu will be introduced shortly. good southern inspired and hip yumminess! the ambience is great. cool patio and nice interior. we will be back!",
        "great local spot. the salmon entre on spinach... umm... to die for. the burgers are great as well. drink selection is good. service is tops. i didn't like one appatizer. it was off the table and off the bill faster than i could blink... and my choice of a replacement. wow. there is attentive service. all i said was that it wasn't my favorite... they go the extra mile and for that they deserve extra loyalty.",
        "i like to make my review short and simple. get off your computer, get in your car, turn the air conditioner on, drive down ( or up ) to switch and leave the rest of the work to the fabulous chef and other great people who work there. seriously, the lamb appetizer did this little happy dance in my mouth. my daughter and i both enjoyed different salads. my daughter had two sangria's, and loved them both. the waiter was tons of fun. the place was moderately busy but, the one very hysterical waiter had it under control and he let us know it. yep, i love to switch!",
        "switch is a hidden treasure in downtown phoenix. it's located right next to durant's, but still not super well - known. the atmosphere is very trendy and local. they offer indoor and outdoor seating. if the weather is nice, i would recommend sitting in their patio space. the cocktails are delicious and the cowboy burger was extremely juicy! definitely order a side of the twisted fries, if your meal doesn't come with it. i've been to switch multiple times and i always leave happy with a full stomach. i will be taking more lunch breaks at switch!",
        "we sat outside, it was great. nice and windy. love the lightings. we started off with the combo fries, which was the wedges and sweet potatoes. very lemony. yummmm. boyfriend had the amsterdam pasta, he devoured it less then five minutes. haha. so yes. he loved it. i had the la rioja veggie pinini. it was okay, it wasn't warm when i received my plate though. : ( angel over all was amazing. great customer service, friendly and super out going!!!! we'll be coming back. ^ _ _ _ _ _ _ ^ ; ;",
        "i can't anymore. i used to love this place. i'd find a way to sneak off for a couple of hours of alone time just to order the chicken / asparagus / risotto dish they used to have. this place held good memories of date nights and celebrations but then they changed the menu a year or so ago. got rid of all of our favorite things. we went back once, struggled to find anything that sounded appetizing, and haven't been back since. it's too bad. that risotto with the tomato water was to die for.",
    ],
    "summary": "staying at the hotel across the street, this place was recommended by the staff there. what a great experience. really good food, excellent drinks, and especially excellent service. i wanted a place to eat and chill, and they were super accommodating. it helped that it was after a dinner rush, but i think they'd make everyone feel as welcome. completely recommend for food, drinks and atmosphere. sarosha was awesome!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "so glad we finally tried vogue bistro! our server, dana was the best! she was so personable and knowledgeable of the menu! she answered all our questions & made great suggestions. we started with the oysters rockefeller & the french onion soup - - both amazing! we had duck two ways and the steak vogue as our entrees - - again, both amazing!! great drink menu too! can't wait to go back... we already know what we're going to order!",
        "we had an amazing dinner here tonight!! our server was extremely knowledgeable and attentive. i had the shrimp and grits special ad a well as the lobster bisque. absolutely delicious!! our martinis were perfection!! we will return",
        "omg. the wine was great the food was even better! i had the special of wall eyed pike and spinach with linguine and a side of perfectly cooked plantain.... so worth the cheat! an unexpected surprise in surprise!!!! chatted with roman the owner, his wife is the head chef. hats of to them. if you are looking for a non chain to go for a great meal please discover the gem vogue bistro!!",
        "chef aurore is amazing and her cuisine is too! the whole farm to table concept comes to life here and you can taste it. i am amazed every time we go to eat there. i have had the stuffed mushrooms, oysters rockefeller, beef skewers, duck confit, alaskan salmon, roasted chicken, meatloaf, as well as various daily specials. i love her french twist on some traditional favorites. if you pass up the creme brulee you are a fool, it is wonderful. i definitely recommend you give vogue a try.",
        "this is our favorite place to eat here in surprise! whether it's date night or family dinner. the food is incredible and the drinks are even better. always ask for either dana or jason. they're the heartbeat of this place. management is incredible as well. i recommend this restaurant to every one of my clients and always will!",
        "must try! the food is really good. great filet, my fish was mouth watering with a really great flavor combination. the creme brulee is incredible, it melts in your mouth. they also have a great martini menu, so get your driver set up. i can't wait to go back.",
        "great restaurant! the bruschetta is the best ever!! service is first - class. the ambiance of the outdoor dining with the fireplace is romantic, warm, and enjoyable. would definitely recommend vogue to others!!! price is worth the quality of the meal. also the happy hour menu is worth dining early!",
        "my girlfriend and i chose this place to do some personal celebrating. the food here is amazing! i would absolutely recommend the calamari over everything on the menu, but then again, i haven't tried everything yet! the chef makes rounds to say hello, and the martinis are fresh. this place is definitely a drive worth making for some amazing food!",
    ],
    "summary": "we come here often and have great service each time! the drinks are amazing. the food has always been top notch. they have great happy hour specials as well and i often get seconds on drinks and food. great atmosphere! we love sitting outside with our large group, often for birthdays!"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "heard about this restaurant from others so finally decided to try it. went for a lunch and sat outside on the lovely patio. i ordered the croque madam and it was delicious. i also tried the french fries which were also good. i plan to go back for dinner sometime soon.",
        "good! we went back again last night and it was still good. it looks like they got it back together. service was great food was really good. glad to see it better again.",
        "what an interesting and great place with good food and a decent location. i really enjoyed the ambiance and the service. the meal was wonderful. ordered fois gras, escargot and the smoked salmon, then ordered the lasagna and salmon for main course. it was all very good. i would definitely recommend trying vogue bistro.",
        "went here at the advice of our hotel, for our anniversary. we were vacationing in phoenix and we really enjoyed this restaurant. food was good, service was great and the price was appropriate. a true dining establishment, not just a cafe",
        "went here on a double date and had never heard of it before hand. great atmosphere for a date, not really for family with kids. small location but beautiful setting inside. you could even call it romantic. great service. small portions but enough to fill you up. filet minion was good. pricey but if you're looking for a little more high end in surprise this is the place.",
        "very good food and yummy drinks! it is my husband's and my date night. if you like martinis this is the place. i get the lactose, it's light and refreshing. my husband gets the makers side car which has orange flavoring paired nicely with the whiskey. a definite try here is surprise.",
        "we felt our waiter sean was excellent. i consider the noise level less than acceptable. my wife's salmon was under cooked. i thought the meat loaf was more fill than meat, but tasty. some of the other people with us had no problem with their food. appetizers were very good. felt it took a long time to get our drinks. food came in a reasonable time frame. a little more expensive than i would like for what we got.",
        "i wish i lived closer..!! but it is worth the 1hour drive completely.. chef is so amazing and constantly evolving with amazing pairings of culinary mouth watering dishes... all organic keeping it real....!!! thank you!!!!",
    ],
    "summary": "after our neighbors told us about this place we had to give it a try. i am giving five stars because of the vogue burger. ordered it medium and it was served to my table the way i ordered it. this burger is in my top 3 as all time best."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "worst place ever!!!!!!!!!! mananger sucks! no class. the only thing that was good at this place was the water and the choclate cake. felt like i was eating at a nursing home. food was sooo dried out. i think they use frozen meals! wayy over priced waste of $ $ $ $ $ $ dont go! beware!!!!!!!",
        "this was a second trip to this restaurant, but compared to the first visit...... it was not good. service was slow. food was disappointing. took 5 min. to get a fork to eat my meal. the duck was ok, but boring. served with a medallion potato that could have come from mcdonalds. 2 of the meals were cold and had to be redone. the skirt steak arrived as the rest of us were finishing. and the meat tasted \" old \"..... not fresh. we were there at 6 and it wasn't crowded, but their excuse was that they were still catching up from an earlier rush. lame.",
        "it was my very first time at vogue bistro. what a bad experience. since when does it take 3o mins for a drink and 2 hours to get you meal. not once did the server check on us or apologize for delay in service. 2 hours we waited for our dinner last night! i was really embarrassed to being my friends to vogue bistro. the service was horrible and the staff was extremely rude. will never go back!",
        "food is great! service sucks! the two times we went we waited 1hr just to get our appetizer and 2 hours just to get our dinner!!! sorry i can't eat at a place like that, wait is way to long staff isn't that professional! worst thing i could ever experience at a restaurant! the two star is for the food, everything else was horrible! it's very unfortunate bc they have good food. very unorganized no system! i also had reservation both times, first time they lost it, second time they didn't have a table for us!",
        "i promise myself every time i go that i won't go again. service was terrible and french fries had to be returned because so salty you couldn't eat them. waitress was terrible. everyone got food except one person at our table. really - should all come out at same time. ordered 2nd martini and never got it. her explanation was that she was so concerned about the french fries that she forgot to put the order in for the martinis. the restaurant is so poorly managed and each time you go you think maybe someone that owns it got the message but..... no! it is such a nice location but food is marginal and service is always slow or non - existent.",
        "last friday my girlfriend and i went here for lunch. i ordered the vogue steak and it was awful... tough, like chewing on a sea sponge and not a good flavor. i was only able to eat one or two bites. my girlfriend ordered the salmon that she said was very good. i was disappointed that i had to ask for salt n pepper condiments and bread is by request only. this with two iced teas our bill was $ 75. after being excited that there was a bristo close by i would not repeat going back there.",
        "i had a large party, we were there from like 7 till 10 our waitress checked on us 4 times. we sat w water glasses in front of us for 30 minutes before we got asked if we would like drinks. horrible experience. filet minion was on point tho. service sucks. oh and one of my guest was never greeted at the door. stood there for 20 minutes before she walked out. never again vogue bistro.",
        "such a basic restaurant that pretends to be better than it is. it was my sisters 17th birthday tonight ( no idea why she picked this place ) but i was looking forward to it anyway. we show up only to find its closed, although we had a reservation booked for 10 people!!! they didn't even have the respect to give us a call. this lack of service is typically reserved for applebees or chilis, i will never be taking my family here again.",
    ],
    "summary": "not good food at all for the money. the french onion soup was muck and believe it or not it was sickning sweet. that is my favorite soup but not there. the crab cake, i made better at home. did not have a fresh made taste. for that kind of money i want better. will not go again"
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "i highly recommend! i had the chef's special trout which was beyond amazing! it melted joy in my mouth! we had a fantastic server kaleigh who was so personable and gave us great service! not only did our appetizers and meals taste incredible, but the presentation was also so appealing. your taste buds will dance! such an amazing menu! we found the atmosphere very comfortable and appealing. the cocktails were also very tasty, and did the trick! i am so glad we came out to switch tonight, and we will be back!",
        "we had dinner for my daughter birthday. the place was quiet at 6. 00 om. we were seated immediately. we started with an appetizer shrimp and crab puffs. they were light and fluffy with a chipotle sauce. i had the lobster roll which was average. their steak fries were very good.. they gave us a free ice cream and fresh cookie. service was good. we also had the macaroni and cheese with lobster. this may be their signature dish",
        "so good! $ 3 carafes of cape cods. what a deal and they had a kick. i had chicken and risotto and my friend had salmon eggs benedict. both were delicious. ended with fairytale brownie dessert which was well worth ditching the diet for. good stuff. check it out!",
        "this was my first time visiting switch. i must say the atmosphere was great! the host jack and our server dan were amazing!! they made us feel very welcomed and were always checking on us. the food was absolutely delicious!! i will be definitely visiting the restaurant again!!",
        "ate here the other night while visiting family in az. can i just say that the flavors developed were amazing. all seven of us were very impressed with our meals. and the service was great. i had asked to sample a salad dressing, as i am particular about these. the server gladly did so. both my sister and i were so in love with the sangria dressing, she asked if she could purchase some to take home. the chef actually came to the table to chat with us. everyone was so nice. great place. highly recommend it.",
        "love the venue and the service, but food was not spectacular. sat and had a couple beverages in the side - by - side leather seats. very cool and intimate, nice vibe here. wife loved her red sangria, and they had some really good craft brews that kept me happy. server was friendly and attentive. my burger was prepared just as i ordered, and was solid. wife's pasta with salmon was just o. k. - nothin'special. fun place to hang.",
        "very nice place. fast very friendly service. we needed beef so we both ordered hamburgers. we agreed that these were the best burgers in recent memory the special and the rest of the menu equally enticing but burgers won out. tomorrow i intend to try the special when i take my associates back for dinner. the desserts are probably illegal in any nanny state. but this is arizona so freedom to indulge is protected. wife had bread pudding. i had the chocolate chip cookie dough. warmed but not baked with just enough ice cream. incredible! come to think of it, i may skip the special and go directly to dessert.",
        "i went here with my mom and grandma. this place is fantastic, nice outside seating and great service. i ordered a delicious salad with the honey vinaigrette. i live in mesa, but if this place were closer i would definitely frequent here. will be back for my birthday dinner with the rest of the fam.",
    ],
    "summary": "excellent food, nice outdoor patio and our waiter, dante, was awesome! i had a lamb special which was great followed by the blueberry and white chocolate bread pudding for desert. i highly recommend both! we went during happy hour for which they have a pretty good drink menu with some tasty, unique choices. we will definitely be going back."
  },
  {
    "reviews": [
        "a must try and then repeat. i can't say enough about this local bistro. the dinner menu is fantastic and the weekend specials are superb. the ribeye steak special is probably my favorite option but the seafood is also cooked to perfection ; you can't go wrong regardless of choice. even their most simple recipes are executed in a way that satisfy the most demanding palates. the beer and wine selection is also good, you'll find something you like for sure. the meals are cooked to order so allow yourself enough time. the service is very friendly and the atmosphere is great. as for the lunch menu, treat yourself to one of the panini sandwiches next time you're thinking of hitting a chain restaurant, instead.",
        "went tonight ( saturday ) and it was great. made a reservation about 2 hrs before going and was seated right when we walked in. i of course read all of the bad reviews first. i didn't notice a hint of any of those problems. server gives some background on the chef if you are a first timer. not cheap... but you get what you pay for. burger = outstanding and onion soup is just as good as they say. i plan to go back to try lunch soon. we left the kids home but they did have mac and cheese for $ 5 if you bring them with. 2 burgers, sweet fries, onion soup, one drink each, plus tip is about $ 60. worth every penny",
        "the food, drinks and restaurant are great. i've been going there for the last 9 - 10 years during spring training and i wouldn't go anywhere else. the appetizers, dinners and the great desserts are top notch. the bartender heather is the best bartender. her drinks are delicious and she is very personable and makes you feel very welcome. hope their paying her top dollar because it's why i go there. make a reservation, i promise you won't be sorry!!!",
        "this little french restaurant is so good! took family here on christmas eve and the service and food were superior. we were there for lunch and i had the vegetarian sandwich... for a sandwich, it was amazing! they use a delicious aioli sauce on it, and the bread was great too. ordered a side of the sweet potato fries which came with an amazing array of dipping sauces... i can't wait to bring more people back here and to also try the breakfast and dinner offerings. also enjoyed the ambiance. really nice and refreshing to see something unique and upscale in the west valley. well done, vogue bistro!",
        "oh vogue! went for my 3rd visit and still undeniably awesome!!! not only is the food amazing, the service is fantastic! i have sampled several apps, sides, entrees and daily specials. seafood, from the oysters to the swordfish = phenomenal! i will continue to go back to vogue for any special occasion. it is pricey, be prepared, but completely worth every cent. don't forget to tip your servers & bartenders : )",
        "heather is a friendly bartender that makes the dining experience a great one. the meatloaf and chocolate plate is my recommendation. thanks for the wonderful service and meal. i will definitely come vack to this restaurant",
        "must try! the food is really good. great filet, my fish was mouth watering with a really great flavor combination. the creme brulee is incredible, it melts in your mouth. they also have a great martini menu, so get your driver set up. i can't wait to go back.",
        "this place is so amazing! they really take their time with the food preparation and presentation. it's a relaxing atmosphere and a wonderful place to enjoy a delicious meal. the staff is super friendly and caring of whatever you desire. they give great recommendations for food and drink pairing as well. very impressed with this bistro. this is my favorite hide out spot!",
    ],
    "summary": "this is place has such a classy feel to it! the staffs very friendly and accommodating! we have been going here for years and will continue to go for our date nights! the food is amazing and the menu is often changing! so nice to have such an elegant place so close to home!"
  }
]