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After all I've heard about how good this place is, I finally met a friend here for lunch. I, being a huge Thai food fan, often order green curry. I found their green curry to be Very different! My friend and I were the only patrons in the restaurant during our lunch. There were no lunch specials. It seemed odd that I requested tofu as apposed to beef, chicken or shrimp. The flavor was way off from that which I have experienced at other restaurants. There were inedible spices in my curry. My friend's curry had white and dark meat chicken. She had to pick through the chicken as much of it was questionable. For the money, there are several better Thai food restaurants to go to. I don't care to return. However,the place was clean and beautiful and the service was spectacular. I've heard such good words about this place...? Perhaps it was just the chef that day. | 12 stars |
Great food here but I have to say do NOT come to share with more than one person... And make sure that person is not starving. You will have a very pricey meal of you are too hungry. The staff was helpful with the wine list. The drinks are to die for, but you will be hungry if you try to share on a normal order. I want their cook book. The food is just outstanding. I just wish they could satisfy my husband without having us drop over $200 a dinner. | 34 stars |
Had an awesome time... started with our valet attendants, Colton, Andrew and Sawyer. Great group of guys... friendly and very willing to help. Top notch service. Thank you!! | 34 stars |
This is more like 3.5 stars:
Tried the Mickey po'boy, which was pretty good, but not as 'knock-your-socks-off' good as I was expecting: a + for the extra helpings of roast beef and ham, but a - for so-so bread.
The extra 1/2 star is for their awesome behind-the-counter staff, who are both efficient and friendly as heck. | 23 stars |
This was my first time going to AVA Wellness. I heard about them through Groupon and it seemed as though they had decent reviews. They were not offering any groupon deals at the time but I had called a month or so prior to my appointment because I wanted to purchase a couples massage for my boyfriend and I. The woman on the phone said they offered couples massages (i guess she didn't have a clear understanding of what a couples massage was) and I asked her the price and she said $120, which I thought was a decent deal so I made an appointment. Word of advice, always ask who you are speaking with because that was not my final tab...
We arrived at our appointment a few minutes early and the person running the reception area explained that they had tried to called to say they were running a few minutes behind. I never received a call but I was completely okay with waiting. It happens. As we were waiting we filled out our forms and I was looking around and noticing that their facility was not very spacious at all so I hesitantly asked if my boyfriend and I would be in the same room ...and we were not. The woman explained that their old facility could hold more than 1 person to a room but not this place. She said that we had the same time, but would not be in the same room. That was not what I signed up for. I would've purchased TWO DIFFERENT massages if I knew that was the case. I was annoyed and felt that this should have been disclosed when I had made my appointment over the phone. The whole point of a couples massage is that you are together, as a couple, getting a massage. Am I wrong? Apparently I was. This was shady and I definitely would have made other arrangements if I knew this was the set up.
The only plus side to this experience was the fact that the massage was actually good. The woman who worked on me was pleasant and apologized for the misunderstanding but it did not change the situation.
Given the fact that I was relaxed following my massage, I decided not to let it bother me and figured we both enjoyed our massages and would move on from it. Then it came time to pay..
Now, I had originally been quoted the price of $120 when I called to make my appointment. Hind sight is always 20/20 and looking back I should've confirmed the price before my appointment and asked who I was speaking with because the final total was $160. I don't like to nickel and dime but that is $40 more than I was planning to pay for a crappy massage experience. Fortunately, I purchased the Yelp deal of $75 for $100 towards my bill. I tried explaining that $120 was the price they told me over the phone and I wouldn't make that up because $120 was generous for the experience we had but the man at the make shift front desk did not want to hear it. He was a little rude about it as well. I would've thought they would be a little more accommodating given the minor fiasco when we came in and the fact that I was mislead on my NON-couples massage. I was not going to start a riot because that is not my style but I was infuriated. Walking out without paying had crossed my mind but that is also not my style and I did not want to ruin the experience for my boyfriend or the people waiting behind me.
Needless to say my lesson was learned ($160 later) and I will be taking my business elsewhere in the future. I have had better massages and experiences for half the price. Don't waste your money. | 12 stars |
Do not purchase anything from their website. They WILL sell you items they do NOT have and will unilaterally cancel your order weeks after expected delivery. They WILL provide multiple excuses for the delay before cancelling the order though. Online customer service lied to me and so did this store location regarding the status of my order. Take your business elsewhere. 0/5 If yelp would allow it. | 01 star |
It wasn't the worst place I've eaten, but [especially for the price point] I won't be back. Tried the Cajun Chicken sandwich today, to-go. Admittedly I liked the flavor, which was both spicy and sweet. Unfortunately though, the sandwich was coated in something gooey. Melted butter from a bun? Some sort of aoili that oozed? I'm not sure, but I got "grossness" all over my fingers and hands just from assembling the thing and ended up using a paper towel to eat the sandwich out of. I'd chalk that up to being a fault of the takeaway process, but my colleagues who actually ate at the location (and kindly brought me mine to go) cited lots of messiness as well for their various burgers/sandwiches. Had the quinoa salad as a side, which -- perhaps because of my hatred for sundried tomatoes, that I didn't realize were in the salad -- tasted a bit like feet. When I picked the sundried tomatoes out, it was elevated to "whatever, that's fine, I guess I'm hungry enough to eat it". If someone offered these things to me for free and I was hungry... Ok then. Otherwise, next time I want a great chicken sandwich on a pretzel bun at International Plaza, I'm sticking with The Pub. | 12 stars |
Great shop! Friendly people happy to discuss hot sauces with you while you have unlimited free samples. Wish I cooked or I would totally buy the hottest sauce I tried. Good stuff! | 34 stars |
YUUUM! It's like Panchero's (my fav Mexican franchise) cousin - so very similar but their meats come from all naturally fed animals. Their guac is very delicious - only disappointment was that there was no queso. My hot date said their stock is doing really well - I can see why. Will def go back when in the area. | 45 stars |
What a charming gem in the Bywater neighborhood! We bought a bottle of good red wine, picked out a few cheeses, and then found a table outside. A server brought out our cheeses transformed with crusty bread, olives and preserves into a delicious cheese tray. Winter was no issue, the outdoor heaters did their thing. The band started just after seven. Phenomenal. Will definitely be coming back next time we are in New Orleans. | 45 stars |
I usually give a place two chances before I write a bad review, however, this place was definitely UNIQUE in its ability to DISGUST and PISS OFF a customer!!!
It was the evening of February 12, 2019 and myself and a good sized party of 7 of my fellow coworkers were in town for business. We had been walking around enjoying the sights and sounds of downtown Nashville and having a great op' time. We all got hungry and thought why not?
We should have kept walking....
As soon as we entered the place which was about 1/3 full, with lots and lots of tables empty. We waited about 5 or 10 minutes and thought maybe it's a seat yourself. We sat down and waited another 15 to 20 minutes before a young man came over and said he would wait on us. He said that he would start with taking our drink orders. And looked directly at me and I told him I was a first time customer to this restaurant and wanted to see the menu which was in all our hands. I asked him if he could come back to me after he took the others drink orders. He told me No, I need your drink order. I said ok, just get me an ice water for now and I would orders drink with my meal. Perfectly reasonable right???
Apparently not! This young man then told me not to waste HIS time and I need to order a drink. I thought maybe I misheard him so I repeated a water for now and I will order my drink in a minute. This waiter then proceeded to tell me that he was too busy to waste his time with a water and had too many customers to attend to!
WTH?????
I looked around and the place was still empty and any patrons were inside this guys imagination!!!
I looked him and said is that right????
I then stood up, put my jacket on and told him to go attend his customers....
I walked out into the evening and ate a nice meal at a place that appreciated my patronage.
My co workers were so shocked that they just stood there dumbfounded and unsure of how to proceed next.....
To my relief the next morning ALL MY coworkers complained of the WORST EXPERIENCE and MEAL AT a restaurant they've ever had. So bad in fact many could not even finish their meal and had a "RACE WITH THE DEVIL" to a clean toilet!!!
They said the chicken tasted like someone dumped a whole shaker of salt and they just did not feel right in their stomachs the rest of the night!
If I could give this establishment NEGATIVE STARS I would !!!!!
This place SUCKS beyond belief!!!!! | 01 star |
Couldn't be happier with my experience at Guldner's. Really honest guys that are working for you, not the insurance companies. My insurance company tried to send me to a different collision repair place that had horrible reviews. I found Guldners on Yelp and am extremely happy that I did. I can't imagine a more honest body shop with better customer service than Guldner's. They are the best in the industry that I have dealt with in all of the places I have lived- GA, CT, CA and Philly. Use these guys and you can be sure that your vehicle and your wallet are being cared for. The moral of the story is don't go where your insurance company sends you, get on Yelp, find a place like Guldners with awesome reviews and go to a shop that works for its customers. | 45 stars |
Three different IPAs on tap stop in soon and see if the still have the Junga IPA. German style so a bit smoother. | 34 stars |
If you're looking for Indian junk food and freezer meals, you're in luck. Oh, they have everything for Indian food, but microwavable yummies from the freezer are a big draw for when you're not in the mood to cook.
The only thing about this place I did not like was there were a boatload of gnats in one area - my assumption was a bad veggie as they seemed localized to one area in the fresh produce section.
The store itself was a little too small I think, but not too much so. It so far is the best Indian-food grocery I have been to | 45 stars |
I am a regular at Mr. Donut. Hands down the BEST donuts around. We probably go here at least 2 times a week and sometimes on the weekend as well. Atmosphere is nice, like an old town donut shop and very clean.
When you work with the public you should smile and say good morning-- the customer should not have to say the first words or just have to start saying what they want with no greeting.
The weekend crew that is younger is always more up-beat and friendly. | 45 stars |
If I am going to go out for Mexican food, I will 9 times out of 10 go to Nachos. They are very friendly, always greeting everyone with a smile, and make the best cheese dip hands down. I'll admit that the first thing I grade Mexican restaurants on is their cheese dip!! We have never had to wait long to be seated or for our food to come out. Food is always on point; the nachos at Nachos are certainly to die for. And who doesn't love the deals on margaritas! They're always happy to accommodate my picky daughter which is why she always asks to go here for tacos, they make them just how she likes them. Would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for great food and superbly friendly service. | 45 stars |
I stopped by this restaurant for brunch recently. There is a very interesting vibe to the restaurant. The server (owner) was very very cheerful. In terms of food, I got their regular breakfast with bacon and ham. The quality of the food was decent. It was definitely worth it considering similar brunches at a restaurant in Edmonton. | 34 stars |
Service was mediocre, we had to wait for a table when the restaurant was empty. Our food took forever to come. We ordered an entree for 2 that wasn't enough for 2 people. We live in the neighborhood and we won't be back. | 12 stars |
Feels like an expensive place... I got a bunch of nigiri which was delicious, but seems more expensive than what you'd pay in DC. All the nigiri comes only 1 piece per order, so I'm ordering 2 at a time which somehow triggers discomfort in my brain.
I love it when the seaweed wrapper is still warm though. I got 3 pieces of Uni, which the first 2 came with caviar on top, but the 3rd order - ordered at the end - came out with nothing on top. No big deal, just a little inconsistent.
Most sushi places usually serve miso soup and a little side salad before your sushi comes out (or during the main meal if they care to do it proper). This place gave me nothing. I never drink the miso soup anyway, but it would have been nice to have the option presented. As for authenticity, it was a Korean or Japanese sushi chef, which is typical of most sushi places.
The sushi bar is usually the place to be cause you get to talk to the chef, and the chef will go "off menu" with things for you to try. Not here though. I was the only one at the bar, but the chef was busy talking to another employee or owner sitting at the other end of the bar. The bar sits much lower than the counter too, so it's really awkward to try to talk to the chef. You have to stand up to get into talking range.
This might be something you'd want to try if you're in the mood for sushi, but it's not something worth going out of your way for. Waiter also took the itemized copy of the receipt after swiping my credit card. I used to be a waiter, and that's a trick we used to pull so people would tip on the post tax amount total instead of the pre-tax amount. Good thing I looked before giving him my card. Game recognize game. | 23 stars |
I had very poor service with a truly awful latte on the side.
The barista greeted me immediately when I walked in. Good start. I ordered a latte, and pulled cash out of my purse. He acknowledged the order but then turned back and finished two other drinks. This world be fine if he took my money, or finished their order before he took my order. As it was, I was left standing at the counter for 5 whole minutes waiting for him to get back to my order.
The other customers for coffee served in real mugs. Mine was served in a to go cup. He didn't even ask if I was staying in or leaving.
I took the coffee and at down, enjoying the peace and quiet on a Sunday morning. And then it hit me... The should not be that much peace and quiet in a coffee shop at 10am on a weekend.
Sorry Savaya. The latte was the worst that I've ever had and the service just didn't make me feel welcome. | 01 star |
My husband and I split the Tuna Melt on Rye and Patty Melt. Both were very good. If you like tuna this is one of the best tuna salads I've had. It's a mild tuna with NO heavy fishy smell. The Patty Melt on Rye was also very good. I added tots and they were good. Super friendly family place. Enjoy! | 45 stars |
I go here a lot and have always been happy with the food and service , however today 5/5/19 not to happy with the service not when I order a med. Hook and ladder with only the meat and mayo for my eleven yr old and they brought out 6 sandwiches for 3 couples who ordered after I did ! | 01 star |
Cafe Lift was amazing! The food was delicious, service was great (Sundays are usually crowded but we were lucky to be called in 15 minutes), and the industrial vibe was refreshing! We were also lucky to find a parking spot in front of the cafe! Bathroom situation can be a little better but overall, I totally recommend this place! xo | 45 stars |
I can't say enough about the professionalism and craftsmanship of the employees of Nolan Painting. I first contracted with them last year to paint my kitchen and laundry room cabinets. This was a job I had debated whether or not would be worth the money. Was I in for a surprise! Not only was the price less than what I had expected, but it was much less than another quote I received from someone who had been recommended.
From the start, meeting with Todd, the estimator, and then the color coordinator the project began within two weeks. I've never seen such care given in the prep work and protection to the rest of my kitchen - everything was covered! Cabinet doors and hardware were removed. Framework inside my cabinets was spray painted while the inside of the cabinet was protected with plastic sheeting. Plastic sheeting also hung from the ceiling and doorway! The doors were taken back to the plant for spray painting and returned within the week - hardware was put back on and the doors rehung. I could not be happier with the appearance of what looks like new cabinets!!
My second experience with Nolan just finished last week with the painting of my entire first floor, stairwell and second floor hall. A total of five days of an abundance of meticulous prep work, furniture and flooring covering, expertly led by Eduardo, and three additional hard working employees - Jose, John and Mike. The nicest most respectful guys you could ever want to be working in your home! They are not only dedicated workers but true perfectionists in completing a job they obviously take great pride in.
All while this job was being done every day a supervisor from headquarters would check in to see how everything was going. The inspection of each job is amazing.
The best part, I know how philanthropic Nolan Painting is when it comes to supporting the many good works in our community. They have been generous sponsors and contributors to so many great organizations in the Delaware Valley. But what I have found truly remarkable is how proudly and gratefully their workers speak of the caring philosophy of management and how they treat their "team" with equality, respect and kindness. I would highly recommend Nolan Painting to everyone I know. . .and those I don't know!
Peggy Dolan | 45 stars |
First off, our server was great, that's it. Let me start off by saying, I have always wanted to try this place. I am a huge foodie and eat out a few nights a week, City Winery has been on my list of places to try out and is a convenient drive from my house.
A few weeks ago I decided I wanted to go to a great brunch to bring in the New Year. I looked around at all my options and decided on City Winery because of their menu. I made a reservation and my boyfriend and I were so excited to check it out.
When you walk in, it's a nice environment, what made our 4/5 star experience into less of that was the buffet. The $30 per person hotel breakfast buffet....it was decent and mayyybbbe worth $15.....
The thing that really got me though, was that I had no idea it was a buffet until we sat down. No where online did it say it, nor when I made the reservation...or even when they called to confirm the reservation the day before!!! They only had the buffet option and no actual menu.
I came here to try the menu, not a buffet and am very upset I was not told beforehand. Every single person in the place was just as upset as me and it ruined the way I think and will talk about this place....and my first day of 2016!
UPDATE - A manager contacted me today and issued me a refund for the buffet. I will go back & review this place again when I am able to have a true experience there. | 23 stars |
Got the chicken sandwich, which I think was made with actual sand. Would not recommend. But the outdoor seating was nice. It was also summer at the time.
Also, this was like 3.5 years ago. Idk, I'm just trying to have more more follow-through in my life. | 23 stars |
My wife and I were looking for a place we could just sit and talk and have a burger on a Tuesday night (She is a flight attendant and had been away for several days and as such, I knew there was going to be no home cooking that evening). We live near Fairmount and decided to just take a walk to see what we could find. After investigating London Grill, we decided this place was more of what we were looking for. (And there was a posh Maserati parked out front I could stare at lovingly when I was not doing so to my honey).
The place was nice and casual and had an interesting menu of draft beers. I took the Kwak which was nice, light, and a little sweet which suited the day as it was the hottest we have had in Philadelphia this summer (or at least close to it).
We started with the humus which was pretty good and then moved to a flank steak sandwich for her and a cheese burger for me. Both were quite good, but there was something a little more special about the flank steak sandwich.
The place was not overly busy on this visit which was just what we wanted since talking and catching up were on the agenda. Overall, it was a nice casual place to eat a bite, have a beer, and chat up some company. | 34 stars |
definitely and hands down my favorite and go to sushi place in town. been going here for the past 3 years, and i for sure will continue going here. super tasty, elegant, and affordable sushi. you would think the cheaper you go the lower the quality, HOWEVER, this place is the EXACT opposite. trust me and check it out! you won't regret it | 45 stars |
Easily a go to place for me! Since there eight types of tacos at $3-4 a piece, I can truly make a plate that fits my budget and hunger needs. I've made a point to try them all and they truly are ALL delicious. Their margs are also in the top mixed drinks I've ever had. The pitcher has 4-6 drinks easily, which is a great option with fiends. I have also gone there with a party of eleven (call beforehand!) and they've provided great service. | 45 stars |
Hidden gem a bit on the small side but cool for when you want to get away from big crowds on the weekends or game night. Drinks and pizza are decently priced. Not the most social place as most people there arrive in groups of 2-5 and are doing there own thing but if you catch one of the good bartenders they will make sure you get service all night. | 34 stars |
My friend took me today and I have to say, I was impressed. The staff nicely explained everything, and I settled on the duck burger. I LOVE that you can substitute bread for collard greens. Genius! I also had sweet potato fries with the ginger ketchup. I will return to try another burger very soon:o) Yum!! | 45 stars |
Wow this place is so fun! The decor is over the top and the food is some of the very best. My husband had sea food that he said was one of the all time greatest, and my beef tenderloin might well have been the best steak I have ever eaten. It was noisy, and although the live music was excellent it was loud so we had to shout to have a conversation with our friends. Our biggest complaint though was that the $20 margarita was not good at all. It tasted watery and fizzy and not at all what I was expecting. Perhaps we should have said something at the time but we had waited quite some time to get it and I hated to make everyone else wait. The food was good enough that we will go back but won't order a margarita and won't go on a Friday night. | 34 stars |
Simply place with great food. Love the deep wooden seats low to the ground. You have to wait a while for the food but it's more than worth it. | 34 stars |
This is what going to a doctor should be like. The front desk was amazing, fast and friendly. I saw Mary, the PA, and she was absolutely wonderful. I will have to come back to see Dr. Hurley about another issue, but I expect he will be just as terrific as the rest of his staff. Highly recommend! | 45 stars |
food was good, but can no longer use a credit card for a single meal. my total was aroun 9.50 but was told i cannot use my cc but i have been for months all the time.
!!!! also when you try to use an online app to order the food like grubhub, to get around this limit they charge 9.95 for a bowl on grub and 8 in the store!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! it cost more!!! | 12 stars |
I have to admit that when Value Vet first opened, I was initially put off by the name. I didn't like the thought of taking my cat to a "discount" vet. However, they quickly built up a word of mouth reputation and I started hearing great things about them. When a stray cat adopted me earlier this year, I had to pay to get him neutered and vaccinated and he also had a host of other medical issues, so I needed to find somewhere good but that wasn't going to break the bank.
Value Vet were great. When I called them to set up an appointment, they were very straightforward about all of their prices and unlike other vet experiences I've had, there were no hidden charges. They were also upfront about which services were truly optional rather than recommending truly unnecessary things just so they would make money.
The office itself is a pleasure to visit. It is nice and quiet and there are never too many pets and their owners waiting at once and they try to get you back into a private room to wait as soon as possible. Although this might not be as important for dog owners, having had cats who freak out at the mere mention of the vet, this is a real plus. Their space is clean and brightly lit and it's never a problem to just pop in and get medications.
They are a real value too; their spay and neuter prices and vaccinations were about half of the other vets I called and I didn't feel as if I were taking my cat to a cheap vet. | 45 stars |
I ordered a brand new kitchen aid dishwasher ($875) from this place and they delivered a dishwasher that does not work. Now, I have to wait to Friday to have a repair man come look at it. I do not rec buying anything from this store. Not worth the hassle!
Women: do not buy from this place. They deliver and install appliances that don't work and LEAvE you STRANDED!! You should not need repairs on brand new products!! Do not buy from this place. How do I know I didn't get a used product?? There were no boxes, no nothing. Are they scammers? | 01 star |
The Baked Walleye was very good. I like this style of decor old fishing lures and has that hunting cabin type feel- works for me! | 34 stars |
I've been to Rasoi for the lunch buffet and dinner. The buffet was a better value, imho. Our server at dinner was constantly upselling us. "OK, a bottle of Riesling," he says. "No," I reply, "I want one glass only." The boldest example of this came during dinner. We had turned down his dessert offer but, knowing it was a birthday celebration, he came out with a mango creme brulee with a candle and four gulab jamuns, telling us he'd only charged us for two gulab jamuns. If it wasn't a birthday celebration, you can bet there would have been a "scene."
I won't be rushing back anytime soon. | 23 stars |
For a place that has "all natural, sugar free" written on the storefront, this frozen yogurt place has literally only one fresh fruit topping. There were plenty of topping options, but all of them were chocolate, candy, etc. which I don't like paired with fruit flavored froyo. Also a little on the pricy side, since our two cups (which were only half-3/4ths full) totaled to over $10. I won't come again. | 01 star |
Gross. The worst sushi I've ever had. Every roll had that fake crab. The edamame was so salty, the sushi rice loaded with the fake crab was Sickening sweet. We got the all you could eat, I'm wishing we didn't because we would've left after the first
Roll. We stopped eating and left rolls on the table. | 01 star |
The parking behind the store wanted $18 for the entire day, lol, heck no... we parked in the A hotel parking and it's only $5 up to 6 hours, only 2 blocks from the restaurant. We went on Sunday and they open at 11am, we got there around 10:50am and the line was out the door and down the street... before we parked, we have the nephews get in line, which helped.
So after waiting an hour, we finally went up to order and we went with the following:
- 2 orders of 1/2 bird, hot - for sides we got Mac-n-cheese, potato salad, coleslaw and fries
- Banana Pudding
- Fountain Drinks
- 4 strips of shut the cluck up tenders
So once you order, you get a number and you are on your own finding a table. The patio area was full, so we came back in and saw couple finishing up so we waited... they left, we got seated, got our drinks and waited for our order.
Sides - our favorite was the Mac-n-cheese, but I also liked their potato salad, the salad was very helpful after eating the crazy hot tenders. The chickens were perfectly cooked and the spicy level on these were just perfect!!! Banana pudding was decent as well.
Couple of suggestions - I would recommend that you order online, pick it up and dine in. When you place the order, your order will be bagged and ready to go, just come in and pick up your order. Note though, if they get busy, their online order system will shutdown. Other option is to come 30-45 minutes early before they open to get in line. If you get thirty, they do have water bottle by the main entrance.
They only have one cashier taking the orders, this is done to control the flow of people and the order... which unfortunately makes the line move very slow... but it's worth a visit.. would I come back again, probably not, but if I do, I'll order online to beat the line. | 34 stars |
I'm not a huge fan of American brunch places, but this place definitely has its charm. Limited indoor and outdoor seating are available, and the tables are really small. It's a small restaurant, but the service is excellent. There's a decent amount of options and a variety of bread. This place is more of a simple breakfast place with the basics like egg sandwiches, which can be customized. Good-sized sandwiches and people seemed to enjoy their food. If you are claustrophobic, I would recommend not coming here | 23 stars |
My partner went in for back surgery. While she was supposed to be being operated on I walked to the cafeteria and guess who I met coming out of an office or lounge. Her surgeon. He says to me we're working on her now. He wasn't in scrubs. I had to leave for home, a neighbor was watching her aging mother. Later I got a call from Patricia crying hysterically in pain. Her surgeon had left for the Carribean and no one was available for her pain. We found out later that the hospital employed an " off premise " doctor to administer pain meds and he was called. The pain meds she was getting were not working. I emailed the hospital about her situation. Another doctor coming out of a surgery heard about the situation and came to her rescue with a different pain relief. This other guy didn't show up for hours. The staff said he has his own practice. She called me again crying. He shows up with a nasty attitude and they get into a really heated screaming match. She told me he actually jumped and stamped his feet she got him so mad. The next day a physical therapist tries sitting her up in a chair and she's screaming in pain. Patricia demands to have an exray. The scan shows that a screw the doctor placed in her back cracked a vertebrae. And it goes on. A week or two we go to see the surgeon that's back from the islands. He says the original problen was resolved. I'm looking at the scan. I have had three back surgeries over the years and can read what I'm looking at. One of the spacers he used is at a cook eye position different from the others. He claims the cracked vertebrea will heal. That was two years ago. She is under pain management and in pain to this day. She has nightmares about the pain at the hospital that no one believed her. She is not the same person that went into the hospital that day. I have to say the nurses at the hospital were wonderful but their hands were tied. This scum bag is no longer there, he is in south Florida. | 12 stars |
I'll start by saying don't order the burrito, stick to the tacos. I ordered both a burrito and two tacos. The tacos were good, I would come back and eat then again. The burrito was not good at all, in might be one of the worst burritos I've ever had at a restaurant. The chips were also bad and quacamole was tiny so save your money and don't order it. | 23 stars |
I've tried this location at least 5 times and EVERY SINGLE TIME I'm met with utter disappointment. Cleanliness of the prep stations are horrendous. Always messy and dirty looking. I cringe as I order. The people working there... rude, slow and will talk to one another before evening looking at you. The last (LAST) time I went I asked for bacon and the employee dribbled a few small pieces on what would be one slice. When I politely asked her to add more she rolled her eyes and threw some on. To go orders are filled and cooked before yours. The pizza oven attendee took out five pizzas at once and got so confused we all had to step up and say which one we had. I like Blaze Pizza. Have eaten at other locations with no problems. But this location... it needs a total makeover which probably should start with management and work it's way down. Never. Going. Back. | 01 star |
A restaurant inside a grocery store that's so busy you need reservations?? What is this madness?
Table is inside Market District but separate from the rest of the store. It feels super fancy (though you don't have to dress to the nines), almost like a Seasons 52 vibe turned down a notch.
I loved Table for its ambience: the big leather chairs in the corner that surround the live musicians who were playing, the artsy bar area, the glass wine case. Feels uptown for the suburbs, but not stuffy! Even the bathrooms were posh. That's Carmel for ya.
We were there for an early dinner and were disappointed we couldn't order off the dinner menu until 5pm or after, so we ordered off the lunch menu. I got a veggie burger, and it came with fries served pommes frites style, standing upright in a canister garnished with parmesan cheese. They were good but not OMG delicious. However, I was really impressed with the veggie burger - it was more of a fork dish than a pick up and eat with your hands, but it was oh so yummy.
I also enjoyed my "No-Jito" (alcohol free mojito from the Zero Proof section of the menu), but it was a little tart for my taste. I preferred my dining companion's basil berry lemonade.
Service was personable and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. I would dine there again!
*Brunch is served on Sundays from 9-2 in the upstairs banquet hall. It sounds pricey at $26 per person for an all-you-can-eat buffet. | 34 stars |
Nice, casual brunch place. While visiting Philly, I think that this is a nice spot for brunch. Surprisingly we went on a Sunday morning and we didn't have to wait super long to get in. It's more casual in that you go to the register and order/pay for your meal and then they will bring it to you.
I ordered the one of the seasonal specials:
Ahi Tuna Salad - (4/5) The dressing was delicious and they give youa generous amount of seared ahi tuna. It was refreshing and very tasty. My only complaint would be that some of the mixed green was slightly wilted. Other than that, it was really good.
My mom ordered a custom omelet with potatoes on the side and they were both very solid brunch items. The toast that comes with the omelet was REALLY good (5/5)!
Parking - street parking, it wasn't super difficult but you might have to park a block or two away. | 34 stars |
NP Kane was great, impressed immeadiately with his professionalism, concern and friendly manner. His staff as well all seemed infused with the same qualities. Although he appeared tired he was very knowledgeable, caring and compassionate, informative and humorous. He didn't fat shame and my family and I felt comfortable with his care and advice! I would confidently recommend NP Kane to any one! Thank you | 45 stars |
Butter pecan ice cream homemade is AMAZING and it's a small shop so never a long line to wait in. Ice cream is homemade which is a plus. | 45 stars |
The food was amazing and the staff was very friendly. We had a party of 10 and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food. The bread pudding is to die for. | 45 stars |
Ok so this is a new place and we couldn't wait to try it because there I literally no place good to eat in this area.. Sorry to say there still isn't! Service was horrible basically teenagers are running the upstairs seating area. We were instructed to head upstairs to the dining area where we sat in this small room just waiting and waiting not knowing we were in the wrong room... We made our way to the other dining area and we sat ourself because the sign stating "please wait to be seated" was not facing the door we came though. We sat again with the staff just starring at us. That's when I asked my youngest daughter to get us menus. Then the teenage hostess came over and asked us to move to yet another table! Seriously the place is small but we move 1 foot over so it could be convenient for our waitress. Now for the food the pizzas were bland no flavor at all! We ordered both the white and the margarita. Our drinks were served in tiny mason jars and they remained empty for sometime until we had to ask for a re-fill. Like I said adult supervision was truly necessary for customer service was poor. We left there not knowing if they even had dessert because no one offered it to us | 01 star |
This place has been awesome with both my dogs for 12 plus years. Dr. Mark is amazing & so are Eileen & Donna. | 45 stars |
Grand Opening, the place is next door to Port of Subs. I waited in line for about 30 minutes,worth the wait. Friendly Staff Members. Good Drinks.
I ordered 2 taros, 1 green tea and 1 Lychee. | 45 stars |
This place is absolutely amazing. I just had one of the best chicken burritos that I have ever tasted. I walked down from the car dealership while I was here for service. I'll be visiting them every time I come here. | 45 stars |
Ordered UberEats from here last Sunday, still upset about the food and service from Banjos. | 01 star |
Needed a good cleaning on the inside. Not concerned too much with outside. After all still monsoons in Tucson. Person that checked us in was very professional and helpful. Person that I paid was also professional. It wasn't until we were leaving. The car looked worse than when we arrived. We had to ask several times for things to be redone. Received serious attitude from one male and attitude from others. Guess my expectations were too high. After leaving and later discovering a red substance that was not there before we called. All the male was willing to do was have us come back. It's 100 outside and we have a sleeping baby. This location need to go to customer service class. Your not the only place in town....It wasn't cheap. | 01 star |
I was happy with how fast and accurately my treadmill was delivered. The two delivery guys were pleasant. However, was told they could not get the large box into the house so left it at door. The treadmill was so heavy, we had a difficult time getting the pieces in the house. | 34 stars |
Noreen was AMAZING to work with for our engagement shoot in New Hope, PA and our wedding at Hotel Du Village. She was professional, and personable. She made us, our friends, family, and guests feel (and look) great. We received back SO many pictures from our wedding - way more than I thought actually!! All of the pictures truly captured the event. If you're reading this review and are considering booking Noreen- DO IT :)!
Thank you, Noreen!! | 45 stars |
This place serves a decent burger and cold beer.
When we first entered, my husband gave me a look that clearly said "Where on earth did you take me?" The place was half empty, the locals were staring, and there was a stale odor surrounding our table.
However, once the food was served, the smell was no longer noticeable, and the decent food and cold beer were enough for us to enjoy our time there.
My husband had a side caesar salad, and he liked it. The greens were very fresh, and the dressing wasn't too salty.
We both had burgers. They were well cooked and served hot. I had mine blackened and topped with bleu cheese. I couldn't really appreciate the blackening, but I found the bleu cheese to be of decent quality. The fries were perfectly crispy and well seasoned.
Our waitress was very sweet, and I noticed that she knew most of the regulars.
The decor isn't much, but it's a sports bar, and the many TVs had all the important games and matches going, so it all served a purpose. | 34 stars |
This restaurant is so overrated and packed with tourists. Unfortunately I have had to subject myself to this place almost everytime we've had guests in town who want to see what the fuss is all about, only for them to be disappointed by the overly salty food and cold biscuits. There is, however, one redeeming item on their menu which I must order everytime I'm there - THE BONUTS. They are out of this world. They almost make the long wait worth it...almost. | 12 stars |
I love the employees and service. Everything they did was with a smile. Room was clean and bed very comfortable. If you are a light sleeper do NOT get a balcony room. I was up from like 3am till 6:30 am due to a birthday girl that was partying and screaming to everyone that it was birthday and refused to go back to her hotel !!! | 34 stars |
Stopped here for brunch and great food/service with good prices. Defiantly one of those hidden gems in St Louis. | 45 stars |
My husband ordered a philly steak sandwich delivered. Yelp did a great job with the delivery. Initially, we couldn't find the cheese, but realized it had melted in and settled into the bottom. Still tasted great. | 34 stars |
I use to come here a lot. The food is normally good. I normally like to order stuff such as the stewed pork hot pot and salt baked squid which are actually my two favorites here.
The one time I decided to bring my friends who happened to be Caucasian, they wanted to become rude. The moment I go ahead and order my usual, they questioned me as if I did not know what I was getting into by ordering certain things and questioning my friends on spicy level.
Yes I understand that they think that "hey, all of these white people, they don't know what they're ordering" since they seem to want to think that way when the ratio is higher for a certain race, but there is no need for dirty looks when also asking for rice.
I've gone there many times and it was always tolerable (service) but this time was too far. Also after everything has come out except for the one dish that seemed weird for them (stewed pork hot pot), they used two separate excuses of the chef forgetting, and not having it from two different people. Obviously BS.
I like to go out and eat a lot and I know that I should write more reviews on places that are good. I have been working in the restaurant industry for a long time (14 years and I am 28) so I understand the adding the tip since they are usually probably bombarded with drunk people late at night that don't tip.
In conclusion, the food was good if i actually would have received both of my orders but I don't think I can go back after this experience. It was not only embarrassing but also a shame. | 01 star |
I've only eaten at corner pub in the woods a couple of times so I can't comment much on the service; however, my boyfriend and I order take out from here very frequently. It's always our go to place when we are getting food late at night and fast food isn't sounding great. Their Togo service is very fast and efficient.
I normally get the same thing: steak biscuits with Mac and cheese and cole slaw. The steak biscuits are phenomenal; however, I did notice that last time I got them, two were cooked medium and two were cooked well done even though I asked for all of them to be medium. But I can look past that, they were still delicious. My boyfriend gets different things each time. Last time, he got the Reuben and said he was very certain he'd be getting it again. I also love their hot chicken chunks, it's my favorite when I can't get downtown to get nashville style hot chicken.
As for pricing, it is more on the expensive side. However, I would say that for the amount of food you get and the prices of their competitors, it's pretty reasonable.
For two meals, an appetizer, and tip we are usually looking at around $35. | 45 stars |
Visited Golden Flower Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2015. Arrived about at about 5:15 p.m. and all the tables around the perimeter were being used and by the time we left about an hour later the place was completely packed.
We have been coming here for 20+ years and get Pho regularly at good Oakland places. On this occasion we were disappointed in the quality of the broth. I had a beef version and expected to receive that deep dark broth that's supposed to take at least 4 hours preparation. What I received was what seemed a diluted version of the same. My wife had a chicken broth version which also was weak on taste.
After coming here for years, I was very disappointed. Maybe I hit a bad night.
I'll probably give it one more chance, but if there isn't a marked improvement, I will look for other Pho places when in Reno.
Ed from Oakland | 12 stars |
Great little place in Tuscan! Ambiance is fresh and airy- staff seated us promptly. We tried one of those delectable pastries that was a mix of a doughnut and a croissant with maple frosting and bacon bits that arrived before our food and we loved it! Coffee was hot and fresh. Ordered the poblano Verde bene and my husband got their biscuits and gravy added the fried chicken...the poached eggs on my dish were overdone but quickly rectified by the server and a fresh, runny poached egg was provided. Glad we made this a stop on our trip here. | 45 stars |
Was very excited to try this place as an out of towner. The pictures online look great. However, was disappointed at many of the menu items my friends and I ordered. We questioned their food pairing choices that didn't quite go well together. For examples, the crab avocado dip we started with (which sounds delicious) had a very off putting flavor. We thought the avocado would come NEXT to the avocado rather than mixed in, the flavor was weird but not in a good way. Then the shrimp broils came with about two cups of SOGGY fries some of which weren't completely cooked. The shrimp itself was okay, a bit salty but edible unlike the fries. One of my friends was lucky enough to order the Mac n Cheese dish which was actually really good. The hostess was also not in the best mood, she sat us down without even saying a word to us. The saving grace for this place was the waiter who was actually very nice! He noticed we didn't like the avocado dip thing and took it off our check, very much appreciated! Wouldn't come back. | 12 stars |
Sally Spork (SB foodie and local) reviews Soapy Suds Laundromat
Okay I've never left a review for a laundry mat, so I can cross this off my bucket list, here it is:
Atmosphere:
Good sized facility located in a small strip mall. Great location next to Ralphs, a mexican cafe and a music store. Clean and spacious. A big plus is there are a lot of windows that do not face the midday sun. While it can get toasty in there, not feeling like you are in a hot house is a very good thing.
Ownership/service: the man who manages it is very present. At first it felt a bit like he was underfoot: but he helped me replace the rickety cart I had and mention they have detergent if needed. Pleasant and friendly, he seems to know all the folks that frequent the place.
Summary: Yes, I would go back. The managers are present (of course I wouldn't leave my laundry unattended) but overall a pleasant spot to clean laundry. | 34 stars |
Let me start with the following: The chips were amazing and should be in their own category of amazing Mexican style chips and salsa. I could not stop eating them and it is therefore a good thing they only sent on bag home with me on a delivery order. WOW. Amazing chips.
Downside of this restaurant: A bit on the expensive side. As a native Tucsonan, I'm used to being able to get a great taco for $1-2 each. I'm also used to being able to get them without having to get rice, beans, etc. You can get a group of 4 tacos, rice, and beans here for $17.50. That means, in all honesty, these tacos are on the expensive side. Not saying they're not worth it, but it is something to take into consideration.
Types of Tacos my husband and I sampled:
Chicken Tinga -- Pretty good, wished there was more chicken stuffed inside to be honest, but the flavor was there.
Pescado -- Great fish taco with the standard fixings.
Al Pastor -- By far my favorite and definitely the "best" of this group of tacos by far. Loved the seasoning and the taco toppings all worked together on this one.
Carnitas -- Good, pretty standard carnitas.
Carne Asada -- Unfortunately, not better than most of the $1 tacos you can get from trucks and venues all over town. Was left feeling a bit underwhelmed by this one.
Shredded Beef -- Meh. Again, not better than most of the $1-2 tacos I have been able to get across town. It was a little on the light side in terms of meat.
In fact, most of the tacos could have been stuffed a little fuller considering the high prices that are being paid for them.
Street corn was also sampled. Again, excessively high price ($5) for a very small container of street corn. I felt a little miffed when I realized I had paid an entire Lincoln for something that was half of a small plastic container.
My overall impression: The food is good and if you're close by and not wanting to cook and too lazy to go pick something up (this all applied for me when I ordered delivery) then this place has some decent Mexican food. However.... it is "uppity" Mexican food in the sense that this is high prices for less-stuffed tacos. There are a lot of cheaper places out there if you just want some quick tacos. | 23 stars |
I just came from BGI where I bought an $8 tube for my road bike. I was extremely disappointed in the level of customer service I received at the check out desk. I was one of three people waiting in line for up to 10 minutes to check out. There were three employees milling around in the check out area, but only one cognizant enough to service the customers at the cash register. If this is a kind of thing that drives you crazy, do not go to BGI because this has happened to me more than once. This just reiterates how much more I prefer Matthew's Bicycle to BGI. Whether it's for an $8 tube or a $2000 bike, I will always go to Matthew's for their superior customer service...even if it means driving an additional 15 miles out of my way. | 01 star |
It's Publix, so things can't be too bad here. Publix is a pretty great grocery store as you can tell from other reviews from people who live out of state and wish they had a Publix in their city.
This Publix is the closest one to where I live so I shop here quite frequently, but it's not my favorite Publix. The store itself is a bit older and dingy but other than that they carry great products and the service is good here.
All the the things I love about Publix is the deli selections and how they let you sample the different meats and cheeses, the bakery is always pumping out delicious fresh breads, the sushi available is decent, and of course Publix subs always hit the spot. I also enjoy the fresh flowers available for purchase, and every now and then I catch a sample of a Publix recipe being offered. | 34 stars |
Brenda in the Alterations department was very kind & helpful!! Raul in the Alterations department also was very kind to help me advance my appointment same day! | 45 stars |
"Friends don't let friends lick skanks."
That's one of the myriad signs adorning the wall of this beautiful dive bar, and it's a good measure of a friend. I'm not certain whether Tiki's is the friend or the skank.
Tiki's is a dirty little bar, more than capable of getting you thoroughly plowed and then throwing you out on the street. The barstools are alternately padded and ripped. The bathrooms have no lock, are graffitied, and clog easily. Several walls are adorned with unseasonable Christmas decorations, such as fucking reindeer, among other random things.
But the jukebox makes the joint. I don't know of anyplace else where I've found mc chris, Front 242, and Motley Crue all in one place.
Decatur Street is dirty, and this place is a dirty spot on a dirty street. I'm happy to have found it. By no means at all is it the right spot for everyone, and it doesn't want to be, and it shouldn't be. | 45 stars |
My favorite Indian restaurant for dinner. In my non-Indian perception, everything at Amans seems to be spiced with more subtlety and sophistication than at other Indian restaurants. I particularly like the dosa, which, being southern Indian, are not so commonly available. Service was very good, and our table received an order of gulab jamun gratis. I remarked on the quality of the basmati rice and was advised where I could buy it (non-Indian remember) and was also given a box to take home with our leftovers. Enthusiastically recommended. | 45 stars |
Terrible company. I actively pursued renting through them for weeks and Steve Prane rarely responded. For someone who is responsible for facilitating the process between renters and landlords, they are terrible at their jobs. Canceled appointments at the last minute, ignored emails, and just was awful at communicating. I felt very put off by our (very few) interactions.
I'm eager to rent in the St. Louis area but I won't be renting any properties that are managed by these people. | 01 star |
The food is great! Sushi is amazing as the other reviews have mentioned. Wait times here for hibachi are extremely long so keep that in mind. We have waited 1.5 hours for a table. The reason they are not getting 5 stars is because they take a while to bring you your orders. | 34 stars |
Great work, nice guy, fast turn around but a little pricey. Nice shop if you want to check out some after market parts or new bikes. | 34 stars |
We have brought family and friends to Villa Vito for dinners and always great service and food! We had a shower catered from them too and the food and service was wonderful! We keep going back and when we cannot get our growing family at a certain time to eat in, we order their take out dinners. Wonderful place to eat!!! Food is tasty and always fresh and hot! | 45 stars |
I came to Clemintines because of all the reviews. When you walk in, it's like stepping into someone'es house. It is very quaint. It feels like you're stepping into your grandma's house.
the menu was limited and the portions were very big. I personally did not like the quality of the food. I ordered the fried chicken based on other customer's reviews. I did not enjoy it. It was half of a chicken though. My hsband order the filet, which was very dry. I felt it was over-priced for big, low-quality food.
We also sat next to the bathroom, which smell terrible. I know I won't be returning. | 01 star |
First time attending a yoga studio in Tucson ( i usually practice at home). I attended the Monday 5:30 class and it was one of the best sessions I've ever had! I will be back for sure! | 45 stars |
I have been dining here for almost two years now with everyone from my friends to my bosses and it has been amazing every time. The food is spectacular - you must try the crab cakes they are perfection. Aside from the culinary skills in the back I think the reason I come here so often is the incredible staff. Just the last time I was there I had the most lively and engaging conversation with one of the buss boys (I believe his name was Josh) which was excellent service no one would ever think would come from a buss boy. Yet again I cannot wait to go back and eat and drink with my friends and be taken care of by the best restaurant staff. Forget just the bartenders and chefs this whole restaurant only provides the best from the top down - highly recommend because I always feel taken care of by everyone I have an interaction with! | 45 stars |
Delicious breakfast sandwiches with lots of different choices for all my family's specific tastes! | 45 stars |
This place is awesome! The food is really good quality and at a great price. I have yet to attend one of the classes, but just going here to eat was amazing. Connie and the staff are really cool. They sat down and talked with us. | 45 stars |
Went there for a late lunch. Reviews were great. Did not know it was a chain of restaurants Fox group.
This will definitely be my go to place in oro valley | 45 stars |
Great burger with 2 grilled cheeses, 1 on top and 1 on bottom, and nicely cooked burger. Cuban sandwich with great chips was a pretty snazzy nightly special. Fast service with a smile. Oh yes! And the fries are a must. | 34 stars |
Good quality ice cream and wide range of flavors. The service was pretty quick, the staff wore masks and tables were far apart from each other, which is great.
Here's why I gave it 3 stars:
- The strawberry shake was served without whipped cream on top (but it should)
- It looks dated inside and when you're not greeted walking into the store or the staff doesn't look happy that makes you feel meh
- It is overpriced for what it is. A small shake with a bottle of water is almost $10. That's the price of a whole lunch at Chipotle / Panera. There are a plenty of small local ice cream shops nearby with even better quality, friendlier staff, and lower prices. | 23 stars |
I used to live right next door and the burgers were better than even the Green Iguana! The lower dock bar is pretty cool, too! | 34 stars |
Best sushi hands down. AND it's BYO. We've tried every roll on the menu at this point. Our go-to order is pink shrimp appetizer, Krakken, & Pingu. Other favorites: crispy rice appetizer, Nemo, Henrietta, Godzilla. You won't be disappointed. | 45 stars |
Fantastic!!! So much flavor in every bite! We had the gator sausage with etoufee and it's easiest the best 'dog' I've ever had! The atmosphere is lively and fun, would defiantly recommend! | 34 stars |
Good coffee! I got here a lot to get coffee to go. It's always pretty crowded with people hanging out. Very welcoming feeling. I went in once and the music was a little odd but could have just been an off song. | 34 stars |
Me and my family tried this place cause it was something new. Can I just say, this place is so good we went 4 times in one week. The prices are amazing and the service is quick. Very polite staff and the tacos and enchiladas are on point! For sure give this place a try. It's cheap but amazing! | 45 stars |
I have been to Cambridge multiple times now - and each time, I like it a little better. I've been there for drinks and dinner, and while they don't have many veg options, the food I had was rather good. The fried chili with cheese app option was delicious, and I had a salad I really liked. The beer is really why people go to Cambridge, and I must say - I see why. It's rather well picked, and well stocked, as expected given it's owners.
I think I'll keep comin back here for a drink Unsure if I'll eat here again. On a side note, my friend got the fried chicken platter, and it actually is served on a silver platter. If you eat chicken, you should get it. I don't and it smelled amazing / was presented very well. | 34 stars |
We are on vacation and went here with some friends. Beautiful place on the water. Said we had 25 min wait @ 7:30 pm and only waited 10 min. Our server Tonya was excellent. Sat outdoors by the water and the band. We had the Calamari app and the Rib Eye steak. Both were excellent. Bread is so yum and they refilled when we asked.
It was Santa hat night - the band playing was really good. I would love to go back again when we are in Tampa! | 45 stars |
Awesome pizza but a couple times I've ordered the meat lovers pizza it was just way too greasy so I gotta dock a star for that reason only. Granted I've ordered this place a ton, so a couple times really isn't a big deal and it should be 4.5 stars.
The worst part about living in a mild version of the hood is no one delivers including this place. It sucks but I definitely can't blame them. They would eventually either get robbed and probably stiffed left and right by the cheapskates in this area that expect a lot for a little. All in all a great place but I wouldn't travel further than 15 minutes for. | 34 stars |
We like to visit Bru Burger before games and / or stop by during our road bicycle rides from North side to Downtown. It's located on Mass Ave, and I'm sure that attracts even more crowd.
It offers a casual dining, but I still feel comfortable (or maybe I should not) dining with my bike pants. During summer time, their outside tables could bring delightful experience since traffic is not too busy around the corner.
I've tried their varieties of burgers, read meats and vegetarian, and all have been tasteful. I like their home made ketchup for my french fries!
Like a diner, they carry milk shakes in their desert menu, and that is what I'm going to pair with a burger at my next visit! | 34 stars |
I've written a pretty detailed review of Sumida Gardens below. It's detailed because where you live is important (it's your home!), and I really enjoyed my experience at Sumida Gardens.
Background- For reference, I'm a mid-20's single male who lived at Sumida Gardens for 2+ years along with three other single roommates in a 3 bedroom unit. Two of us are getting married so we're all moving out in about two months. I also work for a company that requires me to work directly with property-management firms. I have lot of experience working (on the business-side) with high-end property managers and more questionable property managers.
Location- Sumida Gardens is legally zoned in Santa Barbara, but it feels more like a part of Goleta. It's near the 101 Freeway, UC Santa Barbara, Shopping on Calle Real (Groceries and Pharmacies) and about seven minutes from the Camino Real Marketplace (Movie Theater and Big Box Stores). The location is very convenient to a lot of the high-tech software/development companies in Goleta.
Community- The Sumida Gardens staff (more on them below) do a great job of putting on frequent community events (BBQs, Mothers Day Brunch, etc...) which are well done and thoughtful. The community is very friendly and consists mostly of couples and families with children (I don't think there were too many other bachelor pads besides ours at Sumida Gardens!). It's a family-friendly environment and feels very safe at all times of the day.
Facilities- The complex opened in 2009 and is in fantastic shape. The apartments themselves are modern and well-equipped. Some highlights about the units include: large bathrooms, big kitchens with nice appliances, washer/gas dryer hookups, ample closet space, and ceiling fans. Each unit gets one assigned/covered parking space. Lack of unassigned parking doesn't ever seem to be an issue. The facilities are some of the best in Santa Barbara for MultiFamily housing.
Amenities- The complex has a lot of great amenities. A pool, jacuzzi, workout room, reservable clubhouse, gas grills (free to use by residents), and small playground add to it's value. Most communities locally don't have these, so they're a great add-on (I used the BBQs and clubhouse frequently).
Staff/Management- This is another highlight of the review. The on-site office team (Ana, Lynn, and Marie) are all very personable, professional, and easy to work with. The company I work for makes software geared toward property managers, and as such I deal with nearly 100 different management companies over the course of a year. The developer/owner/manager of Sumida Gardens (The Towbes Group) is one of the better management companies in Santa Barbara and as a tenant the best management company I've lived under in Santa Barbara.
Value- This is likely where you're getting stuck. Santa Barbara is a very expensive place to live. You're looking on Craigslist and seeing that the advertised rents at Sumida Gardens are already pretty high. I would say that in each of the categories I've listed above, you'd be hard-pressed to find many places that could beat Sumida Gardens. If you value customer service, great amenities, and well-maintained units, then I would say Sumida Gardens is the place for you. When you live at Sumida Gardens (or probably any other property managed by the Towbes Group) you're going to be paying a fairly high rent, but are going to get a lot for your dollar.
A few thoughts/responses to some of the critiques I read some other reviews:
-At the moment, new tenants need to make 2.5x the monthly rent to qualify to live on the property and they don't take co-signers, so there are very few (if any) college students here
-The property uses a software that updates the prices on the vacant/available units on a daily basis. This means that they don't publish their prices and that they can fluctuate on a daily basis. I could see how this could be frustrating.
-I did see a few people smoke in the parking lot area a few times, but not often enough to bother me.
-I never had an issue with noise (either from neighboring businesses or other tenants). We did however live in an upstairs unit.
I was really happy to live here (hopefully the review shows that) and I generally make it a point to review business that I had a really great (or really lousy) experience with. It might be a good idea to have the owner create a business account and respond to some of the negative reviews. | 45 stars |
Stopped in as the baseball game turned away our groupon. Lucky for us we needed a drink and we had already been to the VFW. we sat at the bar and ordered the $3 mixed drink. Bottom line, she poured a nice drink. We played the juke box. We watched the crowd swarm in as it got later. Nice place. Had a great time. Right on the bike trail. Friendly server/bartenders. Dog friendly. | 45 stars |
After reading all the great reviews I've decided to give it a shot and see what's this chicken cheesesteak everyone raving is all about. Keep in mind I'm not vegan or claim myself to be an expect I'm only giving my view on this chicken cheesesteak. Maybe I set my expectations a bit too high after reading all the great reviews which makes me extra disappointed. For $9 I think it was a bit on the pricier side for something that's made from soy. I did like the sesame roll that it came on. I feel full from it but not satisfy. And it's a bit plain. All they put on it was the "chicken" with green peppers and cheese. The staff was very friendly when told them it was my first time and what they recommend the guy said it with excitement "chicken cheesesteak" very friendly staff but food was blah... | 12 stars |
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