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[ "We ordered a 1/2 sandwich and ginger soup and french toast. The food was good, but service was slow/inattentive so that's why 3 stars. The waitress was friendly but never told us her name or checked back-we had to have others get her. Other waitstaff didn't look busy so maybe they should help each other out. The good thing was there was a small discount since it is a new restaurant.", "My sister and I visited this new eatery on Saturday, 4/15, for breakfast. The menu had a lot to choose from. Just the drinks alone took up two pages on the menu. I finally decided to order the Grande Huevos Rancheros and my sis ordered the Wilber Skillet. We both enjoyed our food; the servings were pretty big and the food arrived quickly, especially considering it was very busy. Overall, we were glad we gave this new restaurant a try: food is prepared fresh and the prices are very reasonable too. We will definitely return to try something else. Oh, I almost forgot - All customers received a \"New in Town\" 15% discount on their check and the check was delivered to the table by the manager. I don't know how long that discount will last, so I'd take advantage of it quickly.", "This place is delicious. I like how to food is a twist on the classics. I love the vanilla chai tea latte they have, it's different and love the cute attention to detail with the sugar spoon. The lemon blueberry pancakes were good as well. \n\nThe manager is very hands on and really seems to really know the business. I really needed my check and my waiter was tending to another table, the manager noticed and got me my check and packed my leftovers asap.", "This place is delicious. I like how to food is a twist on the classics. I love the vanilla chai tea latte they have, it's different and love the cute attention to detail with the sugar spoon. The lemon blueberry pancakes were good as well. \n\nThe manager is very hands on and really seems to really know the business. I really needed my check and my waiter was tending to another table, the manager noticed and got me my check and packed my leftovers asap. \n\nUpdate:\n\nI came here again and it was an overall another wonderful experience. \n\n I got the vanilla chai tea latte again, they didn't have the sugar spoon, wasn't sure if this was a mistake or they are no longer doing it, but it was delicious as always. The salted caramel waffles were amazing, I asked for no bacon. In the southern eggs Benedict the cornbread is the best part. I will admit I prefer sweets over savory which is why i found it just okay when it was pretty much perfection it it's appearance and taste from the description given. and a chocolate milkshake. \n\nMy server was kind and attentive. Most importantly I didn't feel rushed despite being seated 20 minutes before closing and staying 20 minutes after.", "I went on a Thursday morning for breakfast. Staff was attentive and the omelette was excellent.", "i loved this place, my first time there today. i was HORRIFIED tho when they brought plastic take out containers for leftovers and plastic baggies....so sad. even the historic spring house tavern changed over to earth friendly take home boxes made of cardboard. i hate to say it put a bad taste in my mouth cuz i loved everything else about it. my lunch was easily made vegan and was delicious and hearty.", "This is the second time we tried turning point at this location. The first time we had a long wait for food after ordering, this time we had an even longer wait of over 40 minutes. I had the omelette skillet and there was hardly any egg in it, I felt like I was eating chopped onions and chopped tomatoes. My wife had a BLT and had a hard time finding the tomato and the avocado that was supposed be on it. Overall,The experience was stressful, mainly because of the long wait.", "This place is conveniently located at English Village right next to the J Crew store. The decor is well done. It is low key and welcoming.\n\nFirst thing you see when you walk in is the espresso bar. They have French press options on the menu as well as espresso and the unlimited house coffee options to fill the range of tastes and budgets.\n\nI ordered the huevos rancheros, which came in top of a plate sized tortilla which might have been able to hold itself together as a huge breakfast burrito. If you don't know what huevos rancheros is, think of it as a typical American breakfast of eggs, home fries and sausages (this case chorizo) topped with salsa. In this case they also had a half of an avocado and sour cream. Tasty.\n\nWife has acai berry crepes which were a special. And we ordered two pancakes for the kid. The pancakes weren't special at all, but they weren't bad.\n\nConsidering that it was Mother's Day, the service was great. They even had a large mug as a giveaway to all the mothers. Sadly the one we brought home had a crack when we took off the cellophane. Thankfully we don't need another mug.", "Hopefully they will find their way but this promising new breakfast/lunch joint is a disaster. After waiting we'll over an hour for a table our waitress forgot our drinks and the food that came out was not what we ordered. The avocado toast was tasteless and not up to speed while the rest of the food was on par with a greasy spoon joint and not the modern fresh atmosphere suggested. I suggest we all give them time to find their legs, train their staff, and improve the quality of the potentially appealing menu.", "Went here over the weekend, got my sugar rush on with the salted caramel waffles. Awesome!!! Staff was happy and helpful, noticed that kids got a little cup of fruitloops if they were waiting for a table. That's a nice touch for families. The coffee was fantastic, parking was tough as the plaza is very congested. Good place!" ]

[ 3, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 2, 4, 2, 5 ]

[ "yours truly is the old weekend manager for this wonderful establishment... although its been a while since i've been there, there is no doubt in my mind that the menu is exactly the same...\r\n\r\nso what can i say about this place, if you want to have fun and get drunk, eat a good meal, and see some cool tricks, then this place is for you...if your on your first date or about to hit up a club, probably not a good idea as you will reak of cooked food for the rest of the night...\r\n\r\ndefinite things i would recommend: Filet and shrimp with the famous fried rice (their secret is that they steam it in butter and chicken broth) and from the sushi bar, i would recommend the house somethings fishy roll... a good combination of fresh seafood and fried tempura", "One of my all time favorite place to go with a group. I don't care for the show and the atmosphere but the teppanyaki style is delicious. They have the BEST dipping sauces for the meat and veggies! I wouldn't recommend this place as a great place for Japanese food nor for sushi but I do give it props for their grilled items.", "Choose your meat, a beer, and sit back back and enjoy the show! The food is great and the atmosphere classy (but not too classy). This place is great for groups: but it's hard to get a seat, so make a reservation.\n\nThey also have a full sushi bar, which I've sat down at, but based on the rest of the food, I would guess it's pretty good.", "Half-price sushi specials Mon-Fri are the best feature of this downtown sushi spot. With this deal nigiri is alike a dollar plus per piece, and maki (rolls) are around $2.50. Habachi is good too (tho pricey) - the staff gets into it and sake bombs flow. Downsides: sometimes there's a wait bc the 1/2 price special is at the bar only; they never have egg cake; ambiance is not even close to relaxing.", "You don't go here for sushi, because there are way better places in the city. It's basically SB's mom-n-pop version of Benihana...", "My husband has been \"dining\" at this establishment since his college days at UCSB - over 20 years ago. He used to come here with big groups of friends to launch a night of underage drinking up and down State St. and now he comes with big groups of hockey kids and their families when we pass through town on our way to hockey tournaments down south. It's a great place for a big group - even without a reservation. The teppanyaki show is great for kids and the noise level of the place on our recent trip drowned out the noise our kids were making. The teppanyaki is good here and we love the sushi (especially the Something's Fishy roll - spicy) even though you can get better sushi all over SB. The room is well worn and the atmosphere is raucous on weekend nights and you may feel like you've crashed a frat party, but we love it.", "This is basically a bennihana. You get a decent amount of food and a \"show\". Good for groups. Can get busy on the weekends with tons of UCSBers doing sake bombs.", "This place is kinda like a Bennihana without the show. Which was fine with me cuz i just wanted a quick lunch. The steak, chicken, and shrimp were ok. Theres so many places to eat around there i would probably try another place the next time im in the area.\n\nThe lunch specials are a good deal.", "Okay so its not the most authentic sushi place I have ever been to...(I'm sure you can tell by the name) but I am a broke college student and this will suffice. My roommate and I enjoy coming here for half-price sushi during the week. I always get the fisherman's roll and salmon nigiri. \n\nPros: miso soup comes with your meal, bennihana style, half-price sushi on weekdays\n\nCons: not good for groups (if you just order sushi, you have to sit at the sushi bar), sometimes it gets really crowded, not the best sushi in SB but decent (especially for the price)", "Something's fishy here!! This place is too good, darn it. Ah the memories. You can get super wasted, pig out on BOMB Japanese food, and get a show all in one. Afterwards, you can wander around State. And it always helps when you're friendly with the servers. This place has teppan so if you're into fried and flames, check it out. Definitely a good place for groups. You can sake bomb until tomorrow and it's all good. Sometimes it can get kind of crowded, but it's worth checking out atleast once. Of if you just want to sample the food in peace, the lunch hours are always good and they have specials." ]

[ 4, 4, 4, 3, 2, 4, 3, 3, 3, 5 ]

[ "Milktooth is a breakfast, brunch and lunch spot new to the Fletcher Place neighborhood; just a short walk from downtown Indy. \n\nAmazing coffee and coffee drinks are served as well as savory homemade pastries starting at 7 a.m.; breakfast entrees start at 9 a.m. The lunch menu is playful, and the flavor combinations are spot on. Cocktails available during brunch and lunch.\n\nChef Jon Brooks is one of Indy's finest.\n\nLogistics- parking is on site. Great outdoor patio, too.", "Great vibe, attentive servers, fantastic food. Not your typical diner fare, it's ratcheted up to a much higher level. Embracing farm to table and slow food ethics, the menu is fresh and exciting. Equally important to me is that it is toxin free! Even the saracha sauce is made from great ingredients and no MSG. The miso soup is literally the best I've ever tasted, and everything else was really tasty. Excellent cappuccino, too. Can't wait to come back with a bigger appetite and time to sample the cocktail menu : )", "Review is based on the coffee bar alone since I haven't had the food yet. \n\nFull service coffee bar featuring pour overs via Chemex and V60 along with a beautiful Modbar espresso machine. Great thing about it is the rotating roaster menu. They had Bee Coffee (local), Madcap (Michigan) and Quills (Louisville/Indiana). I had a V60 of the Madcap and it was great! Super excited for a place like this offering up roasters not seen in Indianapolis.", "I stopped in and had the most amazing spelt berry porridge. It was hard to keep the other people at my table from eating it all. The V60 coffee was great and it was made at their sexy coffee bar right in front of me. I also snuck a drink of my friends mimosa...ok a couple of drinks; it was good. The staff was attentive and super informative (especially since I came on opening day). Great food, great staff, and reasonable prices...they'll never get rid of me.", "Chilequiles Are Excellent. I had them with Lamb Carnitas. Cappuccino is served at a perfect ready to drink temp. My wife had the porridge. It was awesome. Great atmosphere in Fletcher Place", "I like the atmosphere in the restaurant. Decor blended the previous car repair shop well with the restaurant.\n\nThe food was very tasty, however the portions are very small. $10 for a Belgian waffle that ended up being about 6\". I left hungry and had to go to a second restaurant after.", "My sister and I arrived for Brunch at 10 on a Saturday. We were seated in 20 minutes and enjoyed a perfectly crafted latte while we waited. Once we were seated our waiter kindly helped us understand all the unique ingredients in the cocktails and menu items. We ordered an assortment of foods and each had a mimosa. Latkes, pupusas, toast plate, and sorghum bacon. All the portions were incredibly small. However, everything was delicious. The attention to detail was lovely. We both got our fill but only after a $70 bill. If you want a fun experience where you can try new foods - go here. If you're really hungry and want a hearty breakfast - go somewhere else.", "A friend of mine described it perfectly, \"Milktooth is liken to a Seussian experience.\" On the menu are familiar breakfast items like eggs, bacon, and toast.. But, if you're looking for an \"average greasy American breakfast,\" this is not the place. The entrees, sides, coffees, and breakfast cocktails are each presented in a magical form, yet also manage to remain absolutely delicious. Attending on the first open Saturday morning, we only waited 20 minutes for a table. In the meantime, we were able to grab a hand-crafted cappuccino from the coffee bar and enjoy the lovely outdoor patio. Staff was friendly, service was quick, and prices were affordable. The sweet tea chicken biscuits were the clear favorite among our party. A true gem among the city. Looking forward to watching this space grow.", "I tried out Milktooth for brunch during its opening weekend, and it was an absolute hit! The place was full, but we didn't still have to wait long for a table. I love that the space has been renovated from a garage. Even better, there's parking on site. I can't wait to try this place when it's warm enough to sit outside on the patio.\n\nThe food was delicious. I had the dutch baby cornmeal pancake with berries, crème fraiche, cinnamon sugar as well as the sorghum bacon. I highly recommend both. The pancake was light and just sweet enough for my taste. The bacon is for the heartiest of breakfast eaters--it's basically a slab of meat. The portions are a bit small--not your typically greasy breakfast plates--but make up for their size in flavor.", "Milktooth has it.\n\nHonestly though. They do.\n\nTheir decor is kitschy grandma style with an industrial twist.\n\nAll of the food comes on mismatched flowery dishes and the vases on each table are all old coffee cans. The windows are frosted and the patio is quaint.\n\nThere's something about having the kitchen out in the open that really appeals to me. There's a \"we've got nothing to hide\" factor that I love and respect. \n\nI got a cortado and milktooths version of eggs in hell on top of Amelia's bread. It was so delicious. I mean it! My lunch date got the fruit porridge and was raving about it as well. \n\nI'm so glad Milktooth has opened in Fletcher Place. It's a great asset to the fountain square neighborhood." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 3, 4, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "Over the last year, service seems to be declining along with food quality (the menu is still great, but the preparation is no longer spot-on). I no longer consider Brio competition for St. Louis's authentic American-Italian restaurants, but rather a nicer alternative to Macaroni Grill. I'm rating 4 stars only in the hope they can re-earn the fifth I once granted.", "I'm giving Brio 4 stars only because as a corporate-owned restaurant, they do have certain standards they have to meet 24/7. I wouldn't go here if I wanted a cozy Friday night. Granted, the food (Italian, big menu, not quite the scale of Cheesecake's but very adequate) is tastey and if you have any complaints a manager will be at your table in two seconds. Steaks, pork chops, pastas, pizzas... The bar seems to attract the 30 and 40-somethings. I'd recommend reservations on the weekends. Good for family events or if you're in the mood for a huge Italian feast, bellini and everything.", "For a large chain, Brio serves up some great food. I've only been here once so far, but I enjoyed my meal. I went during Sunday brunch and found the large space fairly empty, which was good because I'd heard this place can have really long waits (maybe that's just for dinner?). The menu is quite extensive, and had a lot of options for vegetarians like myself. They had a brunch menu as well as a brunch special menu, so it was hard to choose what to order. I went with the tomato & mozzarella panini with homemade potato chips, and was not disappointed. My friend got a salad that she also enjoyed.\n\nThe issue I had with this place was the service. While it wasn't BAD, it was a little lackluster. When we ordered drinks, we ordered waters as well, but the waters didn't come. I flagged the waitress down during our meal and asked if we could have some water. She returned with one glass of water, so my friend had to ask for a glass too. It was just odd, because it appeared that all the other diners around us had received water when they were seated. Other than the water situation, service was ok. \n\nI noticed that Brio had a patio off to the side that has a bocce court! I would return just to go try that out. I also liked the airy atmosphere of the place, with super high ceilings. Will go back next time I am in town.", "This place is always loud at dinner. You can barely hear someone across from you. Has a perpetually crowded bar. Food is chain-like but not bad.", "For being near suburban St. Louis, the food isn't all that bad here. I like the steaks a lot in fact.\nThe wait is usually out the door on weekends, so call ahead (not sure if they take reservations or not). \nThe bartender when I was there made a mean mojito...but we didn't stay too long at the bar. Not really my scene. \n\nAlso, please, let's not kid ourselves that this is a \"Tuscan Grille\". Most things on the menu don't resemble anything I actually ate in Tuscany.", "I am in St. Louis for a work meeting and decided to explore the area and came upon Brio. This is a great restaurant -- as a woman dining alone, I was treated wonderfully. I ate in the bar, and the bartender Paul checked on me, got my order in quickly, and was just super friendly and nice. Anyhoo -- the pasta portion was enough to feed a family of four, while the asparagus side was enough to feed...me. I cannot give the place four stars as they allow people to smoke in the bar, so when I got home my clothes, hair, coat were smelly. Thanks Paul and staff for taking care of me. BTW, it is dark and very cold but i did notice a Bocce ball court outside!", "For a big corporate chain, I was impressed by the menu and the food prep. Service was excellent, and I like the room (big, light, loud). Took my mom there for Mother's Day and it proved to be an excellent choice. Unlike most chains, the pasta was not gooey and old, but al dente and fresh.", "I found Brio ok but there are only so many things I can try on the menu. (e.g. pizza) For the price, I would rather eat pizza elsewhere and the salad wasn't all the exciting to me either. I might just be down on the place because I have been there a couple times and both times were work lunches. Bad association...work is not tasty.", "Ok. I found it shocking that this is a chain. Cause the food is truly special. Melt in your mouth goodness... the stuffed chicken breast, the wine, the steak quality, the creamy mash potatoes, the various dessert cups that give you a shot of heaven... and SO reasonably priced. ($2 a cup) They have a zillion choices of creme brule', and rather large starter salads that are almost a meal in themselves. We took our family here and were all around impressed. Only downfall was the slowness of service... we were definitely salivating before the food came, and ate WAY too much bread.", "The place seems kinda 'corporate chain' Italian, but I have no problem with the food. Everything I've had here is top notch and fresh. The lobster bisque is great. The salads are substantial and the pasta I've had is as good as anywhere. The place is large and has outdoor seating, and made it nice for a large family." ]

[ 4, 4, 3, 4, 3, 3, 4, 3, 4, 4 ]

[ "This southern style Italian restaurant offers good traditional food in an upscale diner/sports bar atmosphere, with plasma screens galore. If you can tolerate the constant sports broadcasts, (they tone this down in the evening) the food is worth a visit. The pizza, thin crusted with good quality cheese, is a great starter, as is the eggplant rollatini, the broccoli rabe and sausage, or the crispy risotto. The pasta and chicken dishes are all good choices. I like the cavatelli with shrimp, an unusual mix of fresh shrimp, broccoli rabe, cherry tomatoes, and cannellini beans in garlic and oil. They have a good selection of beers, and a reasonable wine list. All in all, not a bad choice if you happen to be in the area.", "LaScala's is safe. The food is reliable. The portions are pretty large. My chicken parm sandwich was good. The salad was good. My co-workers all had decent food--pizza, sandwiches, seafood. Note on the lasagna: if you order it with meat, you get veggie lasagna with meatsauce poured over it.\n\nOur server wasn't that interested in selling food. We asked about desserts. We asked what \"chocolate overload\" cake was. He said, \"chocolate cake.\" Thanks, dude. It was quite rich, with mousse and thick frosting and choc. chips. But I think it was shipped to them frozen. \n\nIn all: meh. If you don't want to think about your meal and want to please a group, hit LaScala's. If you want adventure, go elsewhere.", "I was highly impressed with the environment, food and service. That said, there was nothing terribly unique about the menu - the Arribiata was just right (nice and spicy) and my friends were also very pleased with their meals. \n\nThis restaurant is great for lunch or dinner with friends.", "Well I have only lived in Philly for a few weeks, plus a couple trips. But I have eaten here twice. Both times its been excellent. I just love italian and this place really it does it right, modern italian american cuisine and gorgeous atmosphere. It looks upscale and the waiters are very classy but you can be really casual. Employees were helpful with directions and questions about the area. Our waiter was down right charming I would have asked for his number but I think he was too old for me. Reallly yummy veal and pasta. I doubt you could go wrong with anything on the menu. Watch out for nightly specials though they are stellar but quite pricy. Best coffe I have ever had at a restaurant. You can just walk up to this place on a weeknight and be seated right away. Great for taking a relaxing evening and eating a ton of really delicious food I mean realllly good and well prepared not heavy or oily or cheap. Good bread too and as much as you want! And the waiters actually get you refills snappy like, good olive oil on the table really fresh and light. Although when we went the second time I did overhear a very upset man who said his steak was soo tough and terrible, after he ate the whole thing. They gave him a free dessert that looked craaazy good. Now I'm hungry for La Scala's mmm. Also free parking directly above the restaurant so you never have to search for a spot.", "Went there with gf and family. Here's my quick and dirty:\n\nPros: Surprisingly good food (their pizza was excellent and the entrees were slightly above average for an Italian place of this price range), good location, nice bar, relatively cheap for a night out.\n\nCons: Awful wine list, cramped interior, lacking decor, and poor waitstaff. \n\nThe grilled chicken pizza, the sausage and peppers pizza, the mushroom ravioli entree, and the other pasta dishes ordered were all good, if not inspired. If you're looking for a relatively cheap place to go sit and eat, La Scala's can provide that. Just be warned: it is cramped, it's not really \"high class,\" and you'll probably not get great service. \n\nRecommended, as long as you don't think you're getting La Famiglia (think closer to chain quality service/atmosphere with above average, but uninspired Italian).", "Nothing like sitting outside on a gorgeous afternoon for an early dinner before going to the theatre. This place has a good bit of out door seating and you don't feel crammed on-top of the adjacent diners. \n\nWe started off our meal with the eggplant rollatini which were swimming in a nice red sauce that was not overly sweet. The ricotta stuffing was nicely spiced but didn't over power the other flavors of the dish. My companions ordered the calamari and proclaimed it to be the best part of the meal. \n\nOn to the main course, the Cavatelli with Bolognese meat sauce was very filling and the pasta was not over cooked. Over all I enjoyed the dish. The only thing I would have loved to have in it was large chunks of the sausage that originally drew me to the dish, and for said sausage to be spicy. \n\nBy the time we got through (or at least a portion there of) our entrees we were too stuffed to try the desserts. \n\nThe our waiter was very friendly and didn't make us feel like we were forgotten about outside. \n\nI will definitely consider going back if I am in the area again.", "horrible experience. we had 20 ppl for lunch, and we were told we could have a 3 course deal for $17 since we had a large group. but when our bill came it was a different story. all the sudden the mgr was telling us we \"didn't give them enough time\" (we only called an hr ahead - fine, but they shouldn't have given us false promises) so it was crazy overpriced and they treated us like we had unconvinced them instead of thanking us for our business. Never going back.", "I am reviewing the Le Scala offshoot in the COMCAST center. I have been there now twice - once for lunch (and it was hoppin') and another time for a quick dinner. (They close at 7 or 8 PM.)\n\nBoth times I had pasta dishes - but my husband had pizza (he said it was good but not great.) and a friend had a salad that he LOVED.\n\nI really enjoyed my fresh fettuccine dish and a was able to substitute marinara for the usual rich cream sauce.\n\nThe cashier was freiendly even though she was slammed with customers, and my order was processed relatively quickly both times.\n\nI'll return.", "I would actually rate this a 2.5. I work literally right above this restaurant (this restaurant is in the side corner of floor 1 of the federal building) and so I've been here just a few times. \n\nThe salads and pastas are okay but I had a bad experience with a scallop/risotto vegetable dish being unbearably greasy. The oil actually covered the bottom of the plate, which was really kind of gross. The service was really slow and one time after we were seated nobody came by to take our orders for a LONG time. I almost left.\n\nOh, and it doesn't help that a really old guy.. I mean like, older than my dad, in a business suit tried to pick me up as I was eating my salad at the bar (they didn't have any more tables open during lunch). Yay. =_=.", "We ate here during Restaurant Week and it was just OK. In fact, there was only one thing I remember about the evening. It was their eggplant rollantini. I love eggplant and it was perfectly cooked. It was a delicious hot appetizer.\n\nIt was the type of restaurant that I would go back to if someone else suggested it, but not one that I would want to go back to by ourselves.\n\nAnd that's all I have to say about La Scala" ]

[ 3, 3, 4, 4, 3, 4, 1, 4, 2, 3 ]

[ "Sonoran style Mexican food is the best! And for me, BK represents the very best of Sonoran style.\n\nBack in college, I went to the original BK in South Tucson once, and it was so good. It remided me of the many delicious roadside taquerias you can find everywhere in Sonora and BC, Mexico. I don't live in Tucson anymore, but the last I was back to visit my family, I saw something which made me incredibly excited. While driving down 1st Ave., I saw a sign for a new restaurant that said BK. I thought, \"Could this be the same BK I had down on the Southside?!?\" To my sheer delight, it was!\n\nThe carne asada caramelos are so good! I crave them very often, but sadly, I cannot find anything like them in the Washington, DC area. BK also has Sonoran style hotdogs and tortas, which are awesome.\n\nThis BK is different from the original in that if you are eating in, you are served at your table. But the prices are still super cheap! You can get a ton of food for under $10! You just can't beat that!", "Next best to my home town in Sonora, MX. The carne asada is so good, the caramelos, delicious, authentic salsas, good dogs, its one of the best authentic carne asada joints in Tucson.", "I rather enjoyed the fresh taste of all the different kinds of meat you can get in their caramelos and tacos. If you're into pork and beef (or chicken for that matter) this is a great place for it. Unfortunately they no longer serve lamb thought that would have been very intriguing to my palate.", "Officially my new favorite place in Tucson. Better than El Guero Canelo. The veggie tacos are outstanding.\n\nAlso, the condiments for tacos are quite extensive and they have real guacamole unlike the watered down stuff you see at other places.\n\n99 cent bud lights are just about priced right. 75 cents would be fair, but 99 is alright.\n\nGreat waiters, too. I could eat here every night.", "This is our favorite mexican food (fast food or sit down). the variety of food is plentiful (yum...cabeza tacos) and they have a condiment bar that is clean and flavorful. This place beats its closest competitor, El Guero Canelo.", "Bleh! We tried a lot of different tacos here and they were all really cheap-tasting, including the carne asada. Nothing came with lime and cilantro. Would not recommend it. Disappointing after other Yelpers' good reviews.\n\nI've had a lot of Mexican food, in Mexico and made by Mexican mamas; I don't know if that means I have any authority on the subject, but it just didn't taste good to me. \n\nI'd give the service a four-star, though. They were nice! And the bathroom was really clean. That's important!", "I'd recommend BK's over El Guerro Canelo anytime! The carne asada is some of the best you'll find. It's juicy and cooked to perfection, includes a full salsa bar. Where just about anything you want to put on your burros and taco's is included. The shrimp taco's are terrible, though. It's just 2 grocery store breaded shrimp on a small tortilla. That's it. Now, my fiance loves the things and gets them everytime, but I would stick to the Sonoran hot dogs and carne asada. The hot dogs are better than El Guerro Canelo and the restaurant is a perfect for dinner. It's an actual sit down restaurant, the waitresses are cute, and friendly, and the service is great. Prices aren't bad either, but I'm a big guy and always order 3 or more hot dogs and a burrito and wish the hot dogs weren't $2. If they ever had a special and they were $.99, I'd eat them everyday and nothing else until the special was over! Plus beers are cheap! Take the guys out and order a bunch of beers and a bunch of hot dogs and you're in for a great time! Open late.", "I first experienced this place when my co-worker bought me one of their Sonoran hot dogs. It was alright but definitely not what I'm used to. It is basically a bun with a split sausage (not the ballpark kind) with beans, tomato, mustard, and mayo in it. Now I am hardly someone you would call a fan of mustard (ew!!) but I wanted the full experience so I tried it out. This type of food is something you would only find in Tucson because it is originally from Sonora, Mexico! I probably wouldnt eat another one but I do have better options at BK. Their carne asada burrito/tacos are both excellent options! I loveeee their guacamole because they do it differently by adding cottage cheese into the mix. I've never tried cottage cheese before but I love it in my guac [: Their pico de gallo is good as well but I don't like jalapeno in mine so I don't top off my food with it anymore.. They have two burrito sizes (junior and regular).. The smaller one is supposed to be for kids I guess but it's just the right size if you aren't someone that can scarf down a loaded burrito the size of Chipotle's normal ones. The Jamaica is also very good but it's hard to mess that up.. The only downside is it costs $2.25 for a one size option.. That's too much for a drink! Overall they are still a great restaurant and open late too! I am a frequent diner here and I will most definitely be returning soon.", "I have been going to BK Carne Asada for about nine years now. I work in the area and will also make the drive from the SE side just to take my kids there for a delicious Sonoran dog and a Coke in the glass bottle. I have had almost everything on their menu except the tortas and am always satisfied. It tastes exactly the same as you would get in Mexico. \n\nThe hot dogs are just a bit better than Gueros and the caramelos are awesome. Their carne asada and adobada tacos are always good too.\n\nI don't know what Pam is talking about, but she must have missed their huge condiment bar for dressing up your tacos just the way you like them.", "Food: A\nCost: 1.50 per taco\nCleanliness: A\nStaff: B\n\nAs a college student that has lived here for four years I can't believe I did not find this place before now. It sucks because I always complained about the quality of mexican food in Tucson and I finally found a place that is the dank spot. Tacos are 1.50 and they are the good small ones that only have meat and then you can deck out on all the free stuff at the taco bar. Lots of salsa, guac, veggies, and jalepenos. I was very excited and will try and come here as often as possible before I graduate.\n\nThe staff doesnt really care, but the food is great and makes up for it. Perfect for a cheap outing." ]

[ 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 2, 5, 4, 4, 5 ]

[ "Despite the fact it's part of a small chain, many locals consider this the best steakhouse in town. Located in the Warwick Hotel, it's certainly one of the most glamorous - leopard-print carpeting, black leather furniture, black-lacquer walls trimmed in gold, and nightly jazz piano and bass duets give it a very 1940s-supper-club ambiance, albeit one that's overlit. The menu is typical - a variety of steaks, chops, salmon, and - of course - prime rib, served in enormous portions along with the usual suspects of sides, like rich creamed spinach and excellent potato skins. If you have any room left, end your meal with fresh strawberries and cream over warm shortbread. The servers will pamper you like few do. Hoping to maintain a touch of class, they require jackets for men at night. If you forget yours, they'll loan you one, although why a man in a well-worn, ill-fitting blazer would look better than one without is beyond me.", "Begin the riots, but I'll argue with anyone (including a certain media food critic) that Barclay Prime's best cut is better than Prime Rib.\n\nPR has the glitz and brass moldings that accompany Rittenhouse Square. It is a place where deals are made and investment bankers laugh over their days earnings. It is a perfect place for old money and the people Kate Winslet made Leo DiCaprio eat dinner with on the Titanic.\n\nI am sure that my case is not normal but it took us 45 minutes to be served our drinks and another 30 for appetizers. I think it was age-ism, so I recommend the younger crowd going somewhere they are more welcome.\n\nThey also claim they invented the potato skins but I was unimpressed.", "This place is beyond tacky. Maybe I would think differently if I was a senior citizen, but for real....the decor of the place reminded me of two things....1. a funeral home and 2. my grandmothers house, which really aren't very much different.\n\nMy friend and I were probably the only two people apart from restaurant staff below the age of 60. The food was ok. I don't think it was anything spectacular, and also somewhat overpriced. \n\nWorth the laugh to see old men's wives chowing down on their gigantic tomatos because they are \"vegetarian.\"\n\nThe waiter knocked over our two glasses of wine. We had to actually request 2 new glasses be brought, and then they had the nerve to try to charge us for them.\n\nThe Barclay Prime is better.", "A very upscale and respected chain, with a short list of cities to allure with their prime cuts of meat and their fresh seafood. Philly is lucky to be one of those three cities! \n\nThe bar melds perfectly inside the restaurant and does not make you feel like it is the \"bar\" area. Tables fill this room for dining or having a cocktail. One step up and to the side is an elevated floor, where we sat. Beyond the \"bar\" area that you walk into, is a more secluded dining area, but we were center stage and had a great view of it all. \n\nHubby and I ordered and shared three appetizers. We loved them all, but I was partial to the escargot and the oysters Rockefeller and he to the clams casino, so I did not mind letting him finish the clams while I devoured the other two appetzers. We did skip salads, but hubby enjoyed the wonderful lobster bisque, of which I found exceptionally good, with my one snitched spoonfull. \n\nMy husband had the Prime Rib, what else? I love filet mignon and they have in house made bearnaise sauce, so I stuck with what I love best and it was a huge, juicy and tender portion, very good indeed. \n\nThe restaurant has a lot of class and prices are what you would expect. \n\nWhat I loved most about the service, for such an upscale establishment, the wait staff was not at all uptight. The waiters were professional, but with charisma and humor and knew how and when to have conversation. \n\nBottom line, I would go back in a heartbeat!\n\nWheelchair accessible with ramp through main entrance into the lobby of the hotel and entrance right in through their door.", "A dress code? Are you fucking kidding me? What is this, the 1950s? I'm getting ready to eat there tonight, and so no actual review yet... but for reals. \"Jacket required for gentlemen\" irritates me, and I'm not even a gentleman.\n\nEdit:\nOk... so while I'm willing to grant that the food is decent and the stuffy tuxedoed waiters do a great job at taking care of you, the generational aspect is just too much to bear. Even if you take the average age at our table -- parents included -- we were still decades younger than the rest of the crowd. The prime rib was lovely, but ultimately just prime rib.. the sides were the typical steak house fare. For the prices I'd love an equally pricey feeling decor. No such luck.", "Mental Note....if you name a restaurant after a dish you prepare....prepare it *#&@ing delicious. The prime rib was fatty and lacked flavor. The other dishes we ordered were mediocre. The only redeeming value was the interesting atmosphere. Has a cool old style \"supper club\" feel. Definitely dressy (guys bring your suit jacket) with a more conservative and older crowd. If you have a Tommy gun, you'll feel right at home here.", "I'd been to the Prime Rib just once before coming last Sunday for Restaurant Week. I have done a lot to avoid red meat over the past 8 months or so, although I still eat it on occasion, before this, however, I ate red meat all the time, including all kinds of fine cuts at fancy steakhouses like Morton's and the Capital Grill. I have been known to enjoy a good piece of beef every now and then, so I came to Prime Rib not remembering the last time I went, and expecting some exquisite dining, even if it was the special Restaurant Week menu...prime rib is prime rib.\n\nFIRST IMPRESSIONS:\nThe Prime Rib is inconspicuously nestled just off Rittenhouse Square, down the street a little from Parc. Raoul Duke may have actually been describing his first impressions of the Prime Rib when he wrote the place \"fairly reeked of high-grade formica and plastic palm trees. It was clearly a high-class refuge for big spenders. This was Bob Hope's turf. Frank Sinatra's. Spiro Agnew's.\" I did my best look like anything but a 22 year old with less money in the bank than most of these peoples' weekend allowance.\n\nTHE ATMOSPHERE:\nThere are aspects of the main dining room that work very well, and others that work not so well, but everything is unmistakably Prime Rib, and I remembered being there many years ago almost instantly. Black and dark wooden furnishings and warm lighting, with a live jazz duet of piano and bass wafted through the air, and really boosted my experience. But, as others have mentioned, the leopard print carpet and giant fake flower arrangements were unbelievably tacky and basically equalized the atmosphere, which given the clientelle, began to feel reminiscent of some corny seniors night at a banquet hall. I didn't have any problem with my choice of attire-- a blue striped shirt and a pair of grey slacks, none of us wore a jacket.\n\nTHE SERVICE:\nExcellent, I would say this was the strongest aspect of the Prime Rib. Ours was respectful during conversations not to interrupt, very knowledgeable about wine choice and able to give an excellent recommendation, and did not come off as being either condescending or impatient, even if we were opting for the much cheaper 3-course Restaurant Week offering, as opposed to the full-priced regular menu. Also, while I was originally thinking she was purposefully showing the wine list and not the Restaurant Week menu which featured wine deals because she wanted us to buy a more expensive bottle of wine, I think she saved my table money, as I would have paid more if I drank by the glass. Soft-spoken, insanely polite and attentive, but a little stuffy, the service is a calibre I wish we saw more often in restaurants today.\n\nTHE FOOD/DRINK:\nI came to the Prime Rib expecting an exquisite piece of meat that melted in my mouth in an orgy of flavor. It did not meet my lofty expectations, however...but let me start at the beginning. I started with their roasted tomato soup, which was delicious, although their pepper mill was grinding the pepper just big enough to get caught in my throat twice, which was unpleasant, but not enough to curb my enjoyment. I got the prime rib, medium rare, with mashed potatoes and string beans. I almost never eat anything less-cooked than medium, but I figured for some reason that medium-rare might be the way to go...I should have stuck with medium, but the temperature didn't really affect my enjoyment. For the most part, it was pretty good, decent marbling and enough flavor (although I was looking for a little more garlic and only found more thickly crushed black pepper). What did me in, however, is the fact that toward the end, the prime rib tasted something reminiscent of what I identified as \"Bar Mitzvah Brisket,\" which I loathe...not to compare the Prime Rib with that horrid staple at my family's high holiday gatherings, but that did affect my enjoyment of it. At any rate, the sides, typical steakhouse fare, were very good, but nothing memorable. To top it off, I had a slice of key lime pie, which was very good, although a little warmer than I'm used to. I had a bottle of cabernet sauvignon which we split 3 ways, it complimented the meal quite nicely and was priced incredibly-- half price...it is scientifically and statistically impossible to pass that up...unless you're my iron-willed roommate who stuck with water.\n\nTHE BOTTOM LINE:\nThe Prime Rib is pretty well-established as a classy joint generally fared by the old and well-to-do. It's not the kind of place I'd take a date, however, it's more a family place for some reason (and not babies and kids, mind you, keep your damn kids at home, I mean like grandparent to young teen cousins range). I had lofty expectations for their specialty, but in the end, I'll prefer a Morton's or Capital Grill steak over Prime Rib. The service is impeccable, and for a change, added stars to this review, but I don't know if it will be enough to make me want to come back any time soon.", "THE LOST ART OF DINING\nEvery once in a while, a restaurant comes along thats a \"Keeper\"\nThe Prime Rib is IT.. I have been dining there for the better part of\ntwo years. not every night..but about twice a month. I am not a stuffy\nguy by no stretch I stand outside on 9th street and eat a cheese steak,\ngo to Mickey D's, buy a slice of Pepperoni... but appreciate fine\ndining. Getting dressed for dinner, enjoying a fantastic Martini listening to a great Jazz duo and sitting down to the best Prime Rib I have ever eaten is a treat for those special evenings. Old fashioned ATTENTIVE SERVICE , knowing the menu, what ingredient is in each item offered\nknowing when to serve the next course, no pushiness just GREAT FOOD, FANTASTIC SERVICE. This restaurant is not for everyone\nBUT those of you who appreciate The Art of Fine Dining not just eating dinner, this is the place to go. Say Hi to Garth...He is the MAN", "You can't go wrong with this place. All the criticism about a dress code: there is nothing wrong with getting dressed up and going out for a night on the town. If you don't want to get dressed up and go out for the night, well, go to Outback steak house. Just kidding. Sort of. \n\nWe have always had great service, and it's nice to be at a place that knows how to prepare a martini. I also think the servers in this restaurant are not condescending, as some servers at haut restaurants can be. Hanna T, I am sorry for your experience, but, not being white, I have always been sat in the main dining room. I have seen several people in the side dining room, people of many different colors, and they are typically in T-shirts and Jeans. The people there are just as nice to the people in the side room who are casually dressed (come on now, they are as well, paying 100 a person for dinner and drinks). I think it is just that, the restaurant does state, that their is a dress code in the main dining room that requires a coat. The last time I was there, there was an African American gentleman with a t-shirt and Eagles hat at the bar with some other casually dressed people, and they were very respectful to him as well as the others. I think he may may have been a regular. I think it all has to do with that Jacket requirement, nothing more. Hopefully. \n\nAnyway, The filet is great, but I always get the Prime Rib with Escargot to start, and you can never go wrong. Afterwards, you have access to all of Rittenhouse at night, and you are already dressed for a night out on the town. Take a chance, get dressed up, and have a great dinner. Treat yourself. Make a night of it.", "This is why I like restaurant week. I can try the places I've heard are good and if they suck, I'm not totally disappointment (or out some serious cash). Luckily, this place lived up to the hype. \n\nThe inside of Prime Rib is sleek and smooth. You are seated in black leather captain chairs. The sound of the piano falls softly in the background. It makes you feel like you are about to spend some serious money. \n\nUsually they have a dress code but for Restaurant Week it's relaxed (not sure if I should be offended by that or not). The waiter was awful. When I ordered a Diet Coke while the rest of our 4 person party was looking at the wine menu, he simply ignored my request. I never got it. We made fun of it all night like it was beneath him. Oh well, to the food.... \n\nI ordered their Caesar salad, for the first course. It was very tasty. Not a heavy cream based salad which can happen at other restaurants. \n\nEveryone ordered the prime rib for an entree. We had 2 medium wells, a medium, and a rare. Each steak came out perfectly. Mine was the medium and it was so juicy. There was a nice layer of pepper on it, too. Also, there wasn't a ton of fat on it which is a problem I have with other prime ribs. It was delicious! \n\nThe dessert I chose was the chocolate mousse pie. It was extremely rich (in a good way!) and smooth. It was like heaven on a fork. After I was done, you could still taste it. That is what a good dessert should do! \n\nThe only thing I could complain about is the sides. We were served mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. They were good, but there wasn't a lot of it. The table next to us was a table of 2 and they had the exact same portions as we did. \n\nI will definitely be going back." ]

[ 5, 2, 2, 4, 1, 1, 4, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Just opened yesterday at 8:00am, The Good Karma Cafe launched their second location right around 10th and Pine. The former Ethnics antique storefront is painted a bright green which lightened up and transformed the whole space into a cozy yet cool lofty coffee shop which after a day of business was claimed by hipsters, medical students and their books and laptops. The white walls are somewhat bare and giant urban art pieces are trying hard to cover up the yet to be polished walls. \n\nThe large windows, the inherited hardwood floor and Asiatic artworks look great in this space and somewhat fitting with the fair trade theme. There are roasted coffee bean for sale. Honestly I still have a hard time grasping the concept of fair trade. While I understand it morally, I don't understand it in terms of quality in product. I've had fair trade chocolate bars that tasted quite poorly.\n\nThe coffee shop is still in its opening state and there's only one barista behind the counter. He seems to be quite occupied with a line of people wanting a taste of their coffee and a recycling containing filled up to the brim, he seems a bit overwhelmed. The coffee comes in three various degrees of pungency: mild, medium and strong-brew. I got the medium and it was quite strong already. There are various affordable already packaged baked goods and some fresher local pastries that I suspect taste better than they look. As you can see in a photo I took of the menu, they also have smoothies and other drinks. There is a lofty back room and another smaller adjacent space. There also seemed to be wifi connections.\n\nI suspect I'll come back again since it's only a block from my place and the hours seems to be very accommodating. I suspect it'll get better after it got used to the area.", "This review is for the newly opened second location on Pine Street between 9th and 10th street. i stopped in this morning to check out the coffee here. The cafe options for good coffee are sparse between the Washington Square neighborhood and center city (and I had grown tired of looking at the empty Ethnics space), the Good Karma Cafe is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. \n\nI ordered an iced coffee - its good to know they come in two sizes - 16 and 20 oz, along with a shot of espresso (at no additional charge), and that they also carry soy milk. I decided to sit down with a magazine and my coffee and take in the atmosphere of the new space- its very open and still feels a bit empty- somewhat lacking the cozy atmosphere that makes a cafe seem so inviting. I went to take a seat in the side room towards the back of the space, but the air felt a bit stuffy there so moved towards the front. The music added a nice chilled out vibe, and the large paintings added some color to the otherwise white walls. \n\nThe space up front near the counter is a bit barren, with the exception of two not-so-pretty drink coolers- it would be nice to see more tables here, or a counter with some stools. There is also an atm inside, nice I suppose if you need a bit of extra cash (not sure if the cafe takes cards)...however, it would be nicer if the sound on the machine could be turned off- it beeps loudly every time a button is pressed- kind of distracting if you are reading or studying. Additionally, with the size of the space, before they opened, I was expecting more of a cafe- the kind that serves soups and sandwiches, in addition to coffee, tea etc., maybe this will happen eventually? It would really be nice to have a quick sandwich/snack option in the neighborhood.\n\nAll things aside, I know they've only been open for about a week and a half and are still getting used to the new space, so I'll definitely return.", "Great coffee, good selection of baked goods and there is usually at least one soup option.\nLots of table space and free wi-fi (ask for the password). Another perk is that they have an ATM in-house so you don't need to run all over the neighborhood looking for cash.\nThe only drawback is that it is noisiest coffeehouse in the area. Good Karma seems to be the one people come to when they want to work in groups or behave as if they were in their own livingroom.\nWell-behaved dogs are welcome.", "GREAT space-- a little sparcely decorated, but I am sure that there will be some homey-ness added as they get moved in and settled. it's brand new!\n\ni love how bright and lovely the new cafe is and I LOVE that it is open until 10 PM every day. too many cafes are only open until 6!", "I really dug this place. I just wanted somewhere to go in the late eve (after 8) with comfortable seating, coffee and wifi. The place is gigantic, warehousian even. There is ample seating and I can't even imagine this place being totally full though perhaps during the daytime with the rush of students...? They do have a rule that you must share your table if someone needs a seat, and there are a lot of four-seaters so if it IS busy, don't expect to spread out your entire briefcase.\n\nI admit I only ordered a simple medium roast coffee, but it just fine. No better or worse than anywhere else. The wifi was great, speedy and useful and I didn't get hassled by the staff for sitting with one coffee for 2 hours (though to be fair, it was only about 15% full so they hardly needed the space.)\n\nThe only downside to me is the music; I didn't find it too loud as others have complained, but I did find it boring to the point of distracting. It was this kind of horrible mix of trendy and \"wedding reception\"; IE: a Radiohead song followed by \"Walking on Sunshine\"... I would have almost preferred something instrumental or jazzy. Still, a small price to pay!", "I'll admit I'm a regular, great space with plenty of tables that still fill up too quickly on weekends and evenings. The interior is made up of only hard surfaces, so the sound bounces too much. Some sound panels on walls or ceiling would help absorb some of the noise. It looks like they haven't finished the bathroom floors either. Coffee is touch and go, sometimes the espresso is burnt, sometimes the flavors of other drinks are where they don't belong (e.g.. espresso flavor in a chi latte or cider). Right now there isn't a recycling bin like they had when they first opened. I wish there was the option. All and all these things don't stop me from coming in. Great addition to the neighborhood.", "I really wanted to like this place, but when you hand my a soy cappucino (litterally ALL FOAM) when I order a latte, we have a seriously problem here. Did I mention the fact that the espresso was literally ON FIRE hot? oh I didn't? well it was. and that made me quite sad. I have always been curious about the good karma up on 22nd, passing it constantly when driving over to see the West Philly folks. I've never had reason to stop because I was always headed somewhere, however, when this one opening up so close to my house, it was clear I could take it in for consideration. \n\nI stopped by on a walk with my dog and bf. They let me bring the dog in- massive props. The space is really lovely. It's got great high ceilings, lots of sitting room, (but all tables and chairs like a cafeteria, no cushy seating) They are open late, which is nice, but still, it's just not quite what I'm looking for. If I leave my house and walk south instead of north, I end up at Chapterhouse, and while GK is certainly nice, I also need my beverage to be on par with the aesthetics of the place, and at least at my first visit, it was not. It burnt my mouth and was 3/4 foam and 1/4 espresso and not a latte in any form of the word. \n\nI'm sure we'll try it again and at that point, I'll give it a second chance and second review, but for right now it would be my last choice for a coffee fix. Sorry guys.", "At the top of my Christmas list this year is that someone would open a huge, friendly coffeehouse near my house with WiFi and plenty of outlets and a lot of room. It hasn't happened yet but someone opened one up in Washington West which is totally not fair since Good Karma is an easy walk from the awesomeness of Chapterhouse.\n\nI'll forestall my bitterness for now and just be glad that I can stop walking a whole two blocks than before if I really must be at a coffeehouse that much sooner. Good Karma is BIG and bright and has a lot of outlets and WiFi. There's a large selection of baked good and drinks other than coffee and tea. That's cool. They have two nice bathrooms, too, and no one bothers you and they're open late. Could this be coffeehouse love?\n\nThe downsides are the food's not great. There's a sign telling you not to bring food from elsewhere which I must respect but I must admit to being a little sad inside when I have to bite into one of their moist, overly eggy scones knowing there are great ones out there made by our own Metropolitan Bakery. The coffee's fine, as far as a brew is concerned but as a fellow Yelper said, the lattes leave much to be desired. They're confused as to what makes a latte and what makes a cappuccino. I ordered one once and none since. \n\nBut what can I say. I'll take the bad scones and indifferent coffee drinks for the genuine friendliness of the place and my face is as green as their mugs when I think about how spoiled that neighborhood is while my part of town is totally bereft of coffeehouse awesomeness.\n\nOh, cash only though there's an expensive ATM on the premises.", "This place treats me like I'm homeless. I came into the cafe to meet my mom for breakfast. She met me at my table and we were exchanging mail and discussing what to get. One of the workers came over and informed us that we'd have to order something, that tables are only for paying customers. Ummm yes, can we take our coats off? \n\nTheir coffee is ok-not great. But they have lots of tables and plenty of room to spread out and study which is a huge plus. I also like that they're open until 10.", "Finally! A great place to go get coffee off antique row! If I had to suffer through one more surly cappuccino at The Last Resort--I mean 'Drop,' I was gonna give up my coffee habit for good.\n\nAs someone who uses cafes as his office, Good Karma 2 is perfect for me. They have beautiful teak tables that offer plenty of working surface, and the room is spacious enough where you're not crammed inches from the person next to you. The vibe can be studious, with local med students tappity tapping away on their laptops, or just as often it's populated with friendly neighborhood peeps, their strollers and their puppies.\n\nThey use Equal Exchange coffee, which always makes me feel good--knowing my beans weren't picked by exploited toddlers in Sumatra. The staff is always super sweet, and quick on the draw. They have dog treats, free WiFi and even offer to receive packages for the neighbors--just spreading the Good Karma around. \n\nIt's hard to believe that this charming residential neighborhood that's close to so many hot Philly destinations has gone so long without a quality coffee house. Whether you need a study space, a study break, or just a caffeination oasis, Good Karma will help you achieve nirvana." ]

[ 3, 3, 4, 4, 5, 3, 3, 4, 2, 5 ]

[ "My husband I and ventured up to Carmel to check out the new Upland earlier this week. When I heard they were building an actual brewpub with a restaurant, I was really excited, because the one in Bloomington is great, and has a killer seitan tenderloin. I've been waiting with bated breath to see if the menu at the Carmel location would have this same highly coveted (at least by me and Jason B.) food item - I was super excited with I saw Kjirsten's review saying that she had the tenderloin, but then sad that she said it was a small, baby tenderloin. The ones in Bloomington were huge! Typically more than Jason and I could eat in one sitting. \n\nWe decided to take a gamble that Kjirsten had a fluke experience because she went on one of the first couple days they were open, and to go ahead and make the trek up for (hopefully) delicious dinner tenderloins. We were happily not disappointed! The tenderloins were way bigger than the buns, perfectly breaded, and just as good as I remember from Bloomington! The only suggestion I would make is to serve them with real Mayonnaise, maybe just put some on the side in a ramekin or something. The Hellman's the says \"REAL MAYO\", but then doesn't require refrigeration, just creeps me out and makes me feel like I'm putting disturbingly processed garbage on an otherwise lovingly prepared meal.\n\nOh, and the fries were great too.\n\nAnd Upland obviously has great beer as well. \n\nWe had a really nice, friendly server, and even had other servers stop by to pre-bus stuff from our table, which was lovely. Even though the restaurant was very busy, we were seated right away and our food came out very quickly. \n\nThough Carmel isn't the most convenient location for us, I'm much more likely to come here for dinner than I am to just go to the Broadripple location because the food is just so damn good. There's also a seitan philly and tofu tacos I'm looking forward to trying, if I can ever force myself not to order the tenderloin.", "The new Upland in Carmel is very cool! We actually went opening weekend and it was really packed, but we were able to get a table outside until it started raining, then we were the first to be moved indoors!\n\nI've never tried their beer before, but my new favorite IPA is definitely the Upland Wheat! I also think it's cool that they only have Beer and Wine, no hard liquor. Something different. \n\nThe owner is pretty cool too! He came outside and we talked with him for a little bit. \n\nI will definitely be going back sometime very soon, maybe ride bikes or rollerblade over there!", "Always love when a little taste of Bloomington heads north so IU alum like myself can still feel a little bit at home!! :) Great food, great beer, love that it's off the monon so I can ride my bike there! WOOHOO go Upland!", "Beer. Yes. Beer is good. BUT....vegetarian tenderloin. Let that sink in friends. \n\nBefore, if you wanted an Upland seitan tenderloin, you had to go aaaaaaallll the way to bloomington. booooo\n\nBut now you can get one on the northside! yaaaaaa!\n\nI'm sure the rest of their food is good too, but I tend to only ever get the tenderloin.\n\nThe restaurant itself is nice an large. plenty of seating. Beer and food are identical to the bloomington location, meaning there is no difference in quality. \n\nVery excited to have Upland as a work lunch option since I'm stuck in chain restaurant land on the north side.", "We loved in Upland in Bloomington and are so excited to have one closer to home in Indy! First of all, the place itself is great! The wood used for the bar/stools is apparently from a reclaimed barn in Bloomington and looks beautiful. \n\nThe food (and beer) are good. We came the day after they opened and it was not nearly has good as it was in Bloomington, but recent visits have been much better. \n\nOverall, I would absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for great food, beer, and atmosphere!", "I was very excited when I heard UB was joining the ranks among some fun privately owned restaurants that Carmel is now boasting. If you have not come north to eat, you are missing out! There are lots of fabulous places right in my back yard now and always an array of choices to tantalize your tastebuds.\n\nUpland is really no exception although I thought the food was just A-OK, the overall concept is wonderful and the experience was delightful. My hubby and I stopped in after a movie last Thursday and for my beer lovin' sweetie, he was happy to indulge in Upland's local brews which seem to always be on tap.\n\nOur server seemed a bit stretched thin and wasn't super warm or friendly but she was fine. Nothing outstanding. Her tip most likely reflected on the lower side of 15% when we are more like 20-25% tippers when we receive great service (or even above average). She didn't want to make a recommendation when I asked about the fish n' chips vs. the tenderloin. She hesitantly said tenderloin so I took her notes and ordered with gusto. It SOUNDED amazing - it wasn't. It was fine. The batter was not too greasy but the flavor of the batter was just bland and boring. However, my fries were delish so they made up for a lack of effort on the oversized pork on a bun.\n\nOur pretzel to kick off our meal was soft and doughy in a good way with just enough salt. The spicy mustard cleared my sinuses and was my FAVORITE thing about our meal. I added it to my tenderloin to give it some REAL flavor (maybe consider ordering some on the side with yours?).\n\nMy hubby devoured a club sandwich which LOOKED good but I can't speak to it b/c I didn't even get a bite. Damn him!\n\nWhat did I like about UB? I like the beer options. I like that it's in a great location with fabulous amounts of outdoor seating. I like that the inside is very rustic cool (is that something?) and I like the bar is oversized and seats a lot of people. It looked like a great place to \"kick off a night out\". It also was chill, relaxed and not too stuffy. All very Upland feeling.\n\nWhat I didn't love? My tenderloin, the TVs are WAY too small for the space as I could not even read the score of the game I didn't care about, the service was just \"eh\" and not all that friendly. \n\nThere is always room for growth. The overall vibe is cool and I would certainly entertain some beers here with some friends outside. I am not sure I'd be gung ho to eat anything other than appetizers though. Let me slather myself in that mustard, though and I'd consider it!", "Supersized beers on Saturday and kid friendly and pleasant outdoor area. My youngest entertained himself for a good 15 minutes playing cars on the outdoor bench!", "I'd heard really good thing about the Upland Brewing Co. location in Carmel so I decided to head up with a few friends for a visit.\n\nThe food is pretty decent, though I will say my burger was a tad under cooked. The fries on the other hand are beer battered and incredibly good. Not quite to the standard of Twenty Tap's fries, but they're still some of the better fries I've had in the Indy area.\n\nThe beers here are good. For those of you who've had upland beer, you know what to expect ... Solid lagers, IPAs, pilsners, ales, and so on. I'd recommend trying the Champagne Velvet. The recipe was purchased from the oldest brewery in Indiana (Terre Haute) shortly before they shut down. Their Dragonfly IPA is also pretty popular in the area and worth a look. Honestly there is something here for most beer lovers.\n\nThe indoor seating is fairly pub standard with tables in a decent sized dining room, some smaller bar tables with stools, and a medium sized bar. The televisions in the bar and dining area are small, but most people aren't here to watch a game. The outdoor seating area is large with quite a few tables. It is a very nice option and I'd recommend sitting outside if it's not too busy and the weather permits.\n\nThe waitstaff was polite and attentive. The amount of food for the money was very fair and outside of my burger being a little under cooked, everything was good. Overall a very positive experience.", "This 3-star rating is based on disappointment. I have always loved the Upland Brewery in Bloomington. I always made sure to make a stop there when in town. When I heard Carmel was getting one, I was excited for a closer location, but disappointed it was in Carmel instead of the Indianapolis city limits.\n\nThe food was on par with what I would receive at the southern location. General pub food with lots of meat-free options. And, the beer was what you would expect from Upland. Safe, standard tasting microbrews that have set the mark in the state. While I am not an Upland fanboy, I can enjoy it.\n\nMy disappointment was less about the product and more about the experience. The location definitely felt like Carmel. Lots of tucked in polo shirts and boring conversation. Our service started off pretty horrible. It took forever to get our drink orders and just as long to bring them. However, things got a little more reasonable as our food was ordered and came out in a reasonable time. When I asked to sample a brew I had never had, it was brought to me promptly. There wasn't the typical follow up discussion on my thoughts, opinion, or whether or not I wanted one. It was dropped off quickly - never to be discussed again.\n\nI'm going to chalk it all up to being a new location and a possibly inexperienced staff. The experience wasn't horrible and the food was pretty good. But I'm not a fan of being in Carmel. So, I probably won't make the return trip for mediocre dining. If its ever suggested in a group, I will go willingly. But I won't choose it or suggest it myself. However, if I am in the Bloomington area, I will probably still stop in to experience it there.", "So I definitely much prefer the feel of the tasting room in Kessler but if you want the full Upland menu you have to come here. Everything was good I had the seitan tenderloin which I always have liked and this was no different, and an Ard Ri to drink also delicious as always. \n\nThe bar seating is really tight but there are plenty of tables and a surprising amount of families. Also a general comment, I went with someone who is full on gluten free (celiac) figuring with their amount of veg friendly they would also be GF friendly. But she struggled to find something to eat, and items were not identified on the menu this is not specific to this location but some options may be a good idea for these folks." ]

[ 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 3, 4, 4, 3, 3 ]

[ "Used to hit this place about once a month. Price was reasonable, It's getting a little old and ratty inside. The Sushi is good (good enough to come back anyway) Nothing on the menu stuck out as memorable. Sushi all starts to look the same after awhile.\n\nRemember when eating here, a lot of people traveling PCH tend to stop in here for some reason. I've probably heard 3 life stories over the last few years so try and keep eye contact to a minimum.", "I was really on the line of giving it three stars but decided not to at the last second. The food was OK, nothing was great. The place is a little dumpy. Not terrible but I don't think I'd go back.", "Sushi Teri is a great place to end a beach day in Carpinteria. Good standard fare and, over many years of visits, good service virtually all of the times that we've visited. Always nice to see the owner running around making sure things are in order. We always have some sushi along with one of the combination plates. I also occasionally try out some of the other offerings, and the Hamachi Kama (yellowtail collar) has become one of my favorites. Perfectly grilled, served with ponzu sauce, well worth all the picking around the bones. So good.", "So-so sushi at reasonable prices if you're looking to get a quick sushi fix. That's about it. I really only go here when I don't feel like driving to Montecito or Santa Barbara (and being in Carp this is my only option). If you're looking for GREAT sushi, go to Sakana in Montecito.", "Friendly service, consistent quality and the best value kids menu in town!\n\nWe are regular lunch guests with a 5 year old daughter that is always welcomed with a smile. \n\nThe restaurant has been given a bit of a face-lift recently and feels much more open and lighter. \n\nThe charbroiled salmon lunch special is so good that I have to get it everytime I go there. The kids meal consists of teriyaki chicken or beef with rice, salad and stir fried veggies for $8.95! Their salad dressing is awesome! I'm not a very adventurous sushi eater but their rolls and their Ahi Tuna are spectacular.\n\nThe service is very friendly, if a little distant.", "After reading the other reviews, I was a bit scared - but seeing as how it's the only Sushi place in Carp I knew I needed to try it anyway. Not the most awesome I've had, but not the worst either. The fish was fresh and the atmosphere was nice. We were promptly seated at the bar and the chef was pleasant. We received our beer, sake, and miso soup without delay - but he must not have heard my request for edamame as it never appeared. At least it didn't show up on the bill. We ordered a few rolls and some salmon sashimi. I found the sashimi to be unevenly cut and a bit too thick, but can't complain about the actual amount of fish I got for the price. Some pieces were a perfect bite and others were about 2-3 bites. The rolls were tightly rolled, cut evenly, and tasty enough to want to go back. I really enjoy a chef who is open to suggestion - the more time I spend there the more comfortable I will become with asking for my sashimi exactly how I want it.", "Great sushi for the price, big rolls and decent selection. Staffing is a bit weird, you never know who your waitress is as chances of getting your drink refilled are 50/50.", "This place is highly variable. Some days the sushi is fresh, perfectly made and the service is excellent. Others days the fish is old, the sushi sloppy and the service terrible. The place is worn looking, but not dirty. The owner rarely visits and it shows. If you have to eat here, sit at the bar in front of Seiko san. If he's not there order the curry instead.", "We had a large group for a corporate event and I was instructed to find a place to dine afterwards. I found Sushi Teri and I was thankful that they sat me without the entire party while I waited for my group. Just so happened that our group was late. Then Later. And LATER. I felt like a jerk sitting at a large table alone but they were very accommodating. My group kept saying \"just a little bit longer\" and they showed up just before their closing time. The owner kept the restaurant open an extra half hour and then served our entire party. I've never had to ask an establishment to do that before, and I certainly hope I don't have to again. I assume it's not very common but I am very appreciative of good customer service and I consider that going above and beyond. \n\nThe night we dined our Sushi was delicious! We liked every roll and thought the fish absolutely fresh. I was a little stunned when I saw many of the reviews but I guess that jus goes to show you have to try something for yourself. You might be happily surprised when you do!", "Ugh. I'd never come here again. Ever. I knew when I walked into the place that I absolutely could not trust the quality of the fish. So I ordered a cucumber roll and a seaweed salad for dinner. The roll was passable-- for like something you might buy in a supermarket, if that! The seaweed salad was totally inedible though. As in, it just didn't taste right at all. My friend's sushi didn't look particularly appetizing and when I asked her how it was she just looked at me and said, \"Eh.\"" ]

[ 3, 2, 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 2, 4, 2 ]

[ "Great food, and staff! It's their first day of business so they were out of some things that were on the menu and not all of their beer taps were up and running. Not every opening is perfect I suppose.\n\nVery small footprint inside, just a handful of seats at the bar.\n\nI would have given 5 stars, but waiting 30 min for a sandwich and chips is not fun. Not sure if I showed up at the wrong time or what.\n\nWill be back for dinner to try something else...", "We went the second day it was open. I ordered the chicken plate and my hubs got the ribs. Both dinners were fabulous! My one and only problem was that I ordered the fried cabbage as a side and it contained pork. I take part responsibility because when am I going to learn to ask if there is there is meat seasoning. I don't eat pork and beef. The digital juke box was fun. The ambiance perfect. And the wait staff friendly. We will be going back. Good luck to the owners and I wish for a long successful operation.", "Finally a great local BBQ joint. Brand new and going strong. My wife and I shared a 3 meat dinner and was more than enough to share. Brisket was great!! The \"Dirty Lemonade\" was even better. BBQ flavors are very personal and the pulled pork was a little bland for me. Rib tips were good but I can't wait to try the FULL SLAB!!!!!", "The anticipated Barbecue & Bourbon On Main in Speedway is NOW open. Opened at 11:00 today and obviously everyone was just as exited as we were for a new restaurant in Speedway. An hour after opening the restaurant had a full house for lunch then a line of customers out the door waiting at dinner time. The atmosphere is simple, laid back, decor is what you'd expect for a BBQ joint decor with rough saw wood and galvanized roofing walls with a collection of pigs and water troughs behind bar. The bar seats approximately a dozen people and 10 dining tables with mixture of 4 and 2 tops. 4 local beers on tap Flat 12, Upland, Sun King and Batch 19.\n\nMenu offers appetizers, BBQ sandwiches, tenderloin, fish, and meat platters of various sizes. Pulled pork sandwich, fried cabbage and jalapeno cornbread are my favorites. The 1/2 roasted chicken dinner was tender, juicy and way to much for me to eat. I'm a fan of the hot sauce plus it doesn't over power the meat. \n\nThe ribs were disappointing this trip with very little meat on bones, dry and overcooked. Yes, we understand charred grilled edges but these were way passed charred and as hard as hubby tried had to be tossed.The waitresses offered to replace but I had my food and we were tired. The owner sent his apologizes out from the kitchen. My husband gave them the benefit of the doubt being the first night and he'll give the ribs one more chance at another time. Me, not so much as I would have waited for them.\n\nLocals, fun small place, friendly servers and bartenders, nice place for a meal or hang out at the bar which is open till midnight. Kitchen closes at 10:00 pm. Only local beers on tap with Sun King WeeMac, Flat 12 Walkabout Ale, and Upland Pre-Prohibition Pilsner and a Pre-Prohibition lager Batch 19. Free parking on Main Street.", "Very cute place. Love that there is a new restaurant on Main Street and that the food is pretty good. Beware the nachos have that slimy nacho-chemical-crapola but the beef brisket was tender, the full slab of ribs was tasty.\n\nFood: 3/5 - Just can't stand when you go to a BBQ place and the meat isn't cooked in the BBQ but instead is sitting in containers on the table. The \"hot\" BBQ was very bland and not spicy and the sweet BBQ was okay.\nService: 2/5 - There were only a few tables in the place, rather slow, and the servers were pretty chill.. so I don't understand how the server brought out a full slab of ribs when my dinner date asked for a half slab and missed that he ordered green beans instead of baked beans. :/\nLocation: 4/5", "I was so happy to see another great business start up on Main Street in Speedway, IN. Tiffany was our amazing server on our first Friday night. The place was packed, you could smell the aroma of the smoky grill out back, and the atmosphere was bumping. I did not realize that Friday nights is a great night to visit since they have open mic, \"All you can eat\" catfish, and some of the better brews flowing from the tap. I suggest the fried pickles that are breaded in house. Not too salty and the batter-coating is very good as well.\n\nI chose the \"AYCE\" catfish for $12.95, but I could not go back for more. The generous portion on the first go around was enough to satisfy me while I listed to Dean Casey, Kenny Havens (formerly of Boom Slang fame), and his talented side kick Jake Corn. The rest of our party had a thick, lightly breaded, \"real\" tenderloin. The onions on that sandwich were lightly marinated in jalapeno's, which was a great addition and unique twist. We also selected the fish sandwich as well. \n\nSome of the menu highlights are the \"create your own\" platter, ToGo by the pound, rib tips, and St. Louis ribs. I spoke with several other tables and each were quite pleased with their selections as well. \n\nThe atmosphere was casual, tasteful and intentional rustic, and inviting. There is a small area in the front for a duo/trio to play, entertain, and exercise their talents while you exercise your palate. Quite a few flat screen TV's, a digital jukebox that you can download an app to your smartphone to select songs from your table, and a fairly-sized bar area make this BBQ joint appealing for families, date night, after work, or just a place to invest some quality friend time. I have to stress this place is KID FRIENDLY. I witnessed several families enjoying each eye-catching gadget to draw attention and kill some time while the service delivers food quickly to your table.\n\nBased upon my first impressions, Barbecue and Bourbon is in for a long run at this location. Owners: David Huff and Marcia Sommers have put together the right combination of ingredients with their staff, menu, and ambience. Some other noted feature is Whiskey and Wings Wednesdays. I love local, independent, and gutsy establishments. I am sure you will fall in love or at least a strong fondness for this BBQ haven. I even took a beef brisket platter home for tomorrow. \n\nBe sure to check out more information on The317Live.com .", "NO \"NEW TRACK RECORD\" HERE... YET\n\nBarbecue and Bourbon has a good Speedway, Ind., location and concept.... It's just that their service, portions and prices were somewhat disappointing. \n\nSmall (read that McD's hamburger sized) BBQ sandwich, out-of-the-bag chips and a soft drink totaled $10-15 with tip. OUCH!\n\nThey may have been pricey, because they had a lot of employees on the clock (talking to one another and not the customers, which they out-numbered). \n\nGive them some time.... Hopefully, they'll adjust and improve.", "I was very excited to hear about B&B opening in Speedway. Another excellent venue within walking distance. My family and I ate there for lunch and were very happy with the service and quality of food. The pulled pork was excellent. The BBQ sauce was very good. The fried apples had to be the best I have ever tasted. Even my extremely picky kids cleared their plates. Welcome to Speedway! We are happy to have you!", "First time here, and not what I had hoped for. BBQ was simply ok at best. I had a sampler with rip tips smoked sausage and brisket. The sausage was simply store bought kielbasa threw on the grill. The rib tips had ok flavor but were dry considering they were finished in an oven. The brisket had little flavor on my opinion. The sauces were ok and the banana pudding is reminiscent of something Bill Cosby once sang about. It's not bad food. It's just not great food.", "Excellent ribs!!! Dry rub is used and then you add sweet or hot sauce to your taste. The slaw and onion rings are made daily and are outstanding. Limited seating but enjoy a bourbon while you wait. Definitely worth a visit." ]

[ 3, 4, 4, 5, 3, 4, 3, 4, 2, 5 ]

[ "This place is located in the middle of a somewhat shabby looking shopping center (Giant Food, Big K, Sears Hdwe.), but it's surprisingly good and quite consistent. They tend towards sweet and greasy American-style Thai food (think of apps like fried taro root or \"golden triangles\" of deep-fried tofu with sweet sauce), but if you stay away from fried dishes with funny names and go for traditional stuff like curries and noodle dishes, you will do pretty well. Take-out service is reliable. A little pricey for what you're getting, but in Phoenixville, beggars can't be choosers.\n\nUpdate (Dec. 2007): I realize that my review sounds pretty negative. Maybe I overdid the snark. This is actually quite a good place. It's a bit overpriced, in my view, and you have to be careful with what you order, but I've been going there consistently for a number of years now. I love the curries, all of them. I also really like the Drungken Noodle dish, though sometimes they get kind of chintzy with the shrimp. Anyhow, I recommend it. It's not perfect, but it's quite good. I'm just stingy with the stars, I guess.", "My Family loves this place. We go here more than any other Thai place in the area. The Cucumber salad is great. I really like the chicken and broccoli. We take out from here mostly, but eating in is nice as well. the people are always very nice, and the food quality is consistently good.", "Friends living (and working) near this creatively named place have been recommending it for some time. I'm always game for Thai, so I met a friend there for lunch. It was easy to find, located in a shopping center with a Giant. The decor is nice but unremarkable and I remember hearing Thai music...\n\nOur appetizers and soups came out together. My soup was the tom yum gai, which was exotic deliciousness in a bowl. It had chicken and spices blended with lime juice and lemon grass with mushrooms, limes leaves and cilantro. I tried the todd mun chicken (deep-fried ground chicken and curry paste, served with cucumber) which was agreeable.\n\nMy entree was the green curry, which had fresh chili, coconut milk, string beans, bamboo shoots, bell peppers, and lime leaves. I requested it spicy and it *WAS* (oh my jesus). I sweat up a storm and enjoyed every minute - talk about a workout! It was tasty and oh-so-special.\n\nThe Thai Place is a fine example of outstanding Thai food way outside Philadelphia city limits. Our dishes were reasonably priced. Recommended!", "Now this is really good food from people who CARE. Does anyone realize how important CARING is when it comes to making food. You know why home cooking tastes to good? Because the person making it (usually Mom or G-Mom) cares. It's made with love and this food is made with love.", "This is probably one of my favorite Thai places around. They also have a Thai Iced Tea that beats all the other places around here that I've been. \n\nI usually like the spicy stuff that burns my face off, so if that's not for you, I can't really speak for you. But the spicy noodle dishes I've gotten here have been great.\n\nThis place has been good for me as a quick lunch during work break. While it never seems to be crowded, I've never felt like I waited very long for their service.", "I think this restaurant is very good for a small place in a typical shopping center. I'm not a huge fan of Thai food, but I enjoy it now and then, and I have had some excellent dinners and lunches here. \n\nThe staff is very friendly and attentive, and will gladly adjust the dishes to your liking (more or less spicy, rice rather than noodles, vegetarian, etc.)\n\nDon't let the outside appearance or a few bad reviews deter you, this is a decent Thai restaurant.", "We have been coming here on occasion and found it to be a clean, friendly and above average Thai establishment. Sometimes the chicken is dry and rather flavorless, when in a curry, for example.\n\n(I had \"mock duck\", which I assume was seitan. It was actually tender and flavorful.) I have found the red curries to my liking in the past, too.\n\nWe will go back and try a few more items, just to check it out further....", "Mmmm....soooo good. And in Phoenixville! You can't go wrong with any one of the curried dishes. BYOB.", "My cousin picked up some takeout from here and it was pretty good. He didn't have a menu so he just ordered 3 pad thai(s?). 1 chicken, 1 shrimp and 1 beef. I had the beef and 2 bites of chicken. They were decent for takeout, especially with a squeeze of the lemon slice. I like that acidic kick. I preferred the beef pad thai to the chicken. \n I can't comment on anything else about the place other than the food. We have a menu now, so we can try other items.", "Delicious food and the menu has many vegetarian/vegan options." ]

[ 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Tavern midtown has some leather booths which seem natural with the fine pub grub there. The Junk Salad is better than it sounds with shrimp, pepperoncini, palm hearts, grape tomatoes and more. The beefy frito pie and the tilapia fish tacos with jicama slaw are good but not so cheap. Its fun sitting on the upper loft level above the hustle of the bar level below. Drinks and wines are select range with some surprise house libations that are worth going for. Token PBR is there to show this is a pretty but also unpretentious place to be. The Tavern shines!", "Tavern was very disappointing. The atmosphere was good but it does not make up for the $7 per glass of beer and $9 mix drinks. Corner Pub Midtown and Broadway Brewhouse are RIGHT NEXT DOOR and have the same glasses of beer for 50% less.\n\nThis is Nashville. It is not NYC. This is NOT a place to go watch the game for an afternoon or spent a few hours after work or start your night out. The price point is simply WAY out of line for this area. My prediction is Tavern will be a place you go at the end of the Friday or Saturday night for a drink or two and that is it.\n\nIn further response to @Samuel E., above, $5-$10 is not going to break my bank. I make $150K+ per year, not $30K. I'm still not going to pay $7 for a pint in Nashville. It should also be noted that I tend to drink more than three beers in one sitting if I am out for the night.", "This place is pretty good, so far. Its only been unofficially open 5 days and officially open 2 days. (I've been twice)\n\nThe food is well priced looking at the menu (did not order), as well as the drinks considering the atmosphere and vibe they are going for (and currently have). The service on numerous drinks orders was fantastic even though it was busy. \n\nNote that you are going to pay a couple of bucks extra compared to other places on a mixed drink or glass of wine. So, say you have 3 drinks, you may spend an extra 5 or maybe 10 bucks. If thats going to break your bank, you probably should be going to a less expensive place with corresponding atmosphere. \n\nWITH THAT SAID, atmosphere is of keen importance. What i'm worried about happening with Tavern is what happened to Lime; the place get over ran by a bunch of 30k \"millionaires\" (young-mid 20's who make 30k but act like they make millions) and douchebaggery.\n.", "I kind of feel like I just went on an awkward first date with Tavern and am still a tad unsure of how I feel about going on a 2nd...\n\nFirst off, getting mixed signals about what image M Street Entertain Group wants to portray with this new venture? M Street chose to move Lime to the Gulch area to be near sibling establishments Whiskey Kitchen, Virago, and the soon-to-be opened Kayne Prime. I had heard rumblings that this location was slated for a pub (which made sense considering the area) but when our group walked in on Saturday, that surely wasn't the case. We were greeted by a doorman who advised us that on this evening, only members of the private club Citizen could enter. Wasn't expecting that! Coincidentally a member of our party was a member so we were able to enter. Not exactly pub-like. \n\nOnce inside, the space is laid out very much like Whiskey Kitchen and the crowd is also a tidy little marriage of Virago and WK. Drinks are priced on the higher end and they wouldn't serve any food (including chips!) after 10pm. \nOverall, I wasn't particularly inspired by the vibe, service, or cocktails but really couldn't say anything terrible either. \n\nThank goodness our large group was able to be seated at a large booth area so that we could create our own little party!\n\nAfter doing a little research, I found out that Tavern's business tagline is \"Inspired Pub Cuisine & Libations.\" Hmmmm.....\n\nWould consider a 2nd date with Tavern but if someone else were to ask me out before them...", "Are they calling this place \"Tavern\" or \"Tavern Midtown\"??? Either way, I was totally impressed! On a Saturday night the restaurant was packed - for a table of 4ppl. the wait was over an hour.... We headed straight for the bar! To start I had the \"Cucumber, Apple, Elderflower\" cocktail - made with vodka, St. Germain and muddled cucumber & apple - DELICIOUS!!\n\nAfter spending an hour at the bar our table was ready - we started with the sweet potato chips and spicy fondue plus the philly cheesecake egg rolls with jalapeño ketchup - upscale bar food!\n\nFor dinner I had the chicken lettuce wraps - the serving was fairly small but boy was the chicken spicy! I like spicy, but this might have been just a little too much!!\n\nOverall our experience was great! \n\nMy advice would be for the bartenders to be more patient with the guests - I tried leaving our tab open whille at the bar, but each round we ordered he would close out the tab- my advice, save paper and only close out the tab once!", "I have found my Whiskey Kitchen alternative. Same vibe, but better drinks and better flow in the bar. Such an upgrade from Lime.", "I thought this place was called 'Whiskey Tavern\"- That is what the sign said. Its so cool they dropped the Whiskey. hmm, okay, Tavern it is. Then I kept calling it Whiskey Kitchen because well it is just like Whiskey Kitchen. \n\nThe dark woods, dim light bulbs and limited tables all from IKEAS dark collection, snooty staff, high drink prices and 6 tables on reserved at 5:30 on a Saturday seems a bit weird for a \"tavern\" \n\nI went here with a few friends. We just wanted to grab a drink. Even though there were not seats at the bar I proceeded to tell the security-ish hostess we'd just stand and drink our drinks. Seemed like a strange concept to her. We wedged our way in there and was asked if we were waiting for a table. We weren't. The bartender was shocked we were just getting 'drinks'. You won't find a food review here. \n\nWe ordered our drinks and she held her hand out waiting to pay out. No problem. After paying immediately after ordering, we had to drink the drinks. Lots of huffin and puffin and stink eyes that we were just going to stand there and drink! \n\nIf you like to be 'seen', enjoy bars with chains on the wall, in this room where Tom Edison light bulbs meets LA-tude this is your jam.", "So my girlfriend and I wanted to have a low key night. We went in around 8pmon a Friday night and the wait to get a table was about an hour. \n\nWe decided to go to the bar and have a drink while we waited. \nA spot at the bar came open, so we took that instead. Good thing, because almost 2 hours in, they still wouldn't have called our name?\n\nAt first I loved the crowd. It was a tad older. It was a nice \"after work\" 30 something crowd. NONE of the local \"socialites\" were there. However as midnight approached, that changed. It turned into the Virago/Whiskey Kitchen crowd. Which I know many people don't go to WK for that very reason. \n\nOnto food and drink. I had the Nacho's and my friend had the fried fish. Neither one of us were the least bit impressed with the food. She said her's was very bland and mine was not impressive at all. However she did give props to the spicy ketchup that comes with the fries! \n\nAs for our drinks. Fancy names and high prices sum it up. I was brave and tried the \"preserves\" drink. I went with Gin and the pinapple and honey preserves .. i think that is what it was. \nIt was very strong. The bartender told me that it would start to taste different with time. Um, no. It tasted like gin with a little jelly. I don't care how \"new york\" and trendy it is suppose to be (that is how it was described to me) it was gross. \n\nIt was nice. A bigger Whiskey Kitchen is the best way to describe it. \nI'm sure I'll go back, but I will stick with drinks I know and try to leave before the pretentious crowd arrives. \n\nOne other note. The manager kept coming over to us numerous times to make sure we were happy. I though that was nice!", "Maybe I'll need to give Tavern another go-round after it decides what kind of restaurant it wants to be. I'm a little confused by its \"tavern chic\" identity; I've been to so-called gastropubs before with better success. It just felt like Tavern was trying too hard. My burger was decent- the bleu cheese was the highlight, but it was really just a twelve dollar burger with some shoe-string fries. First impressions mean a lot, and mine was that Tavern is pretty overpriced for what it has to offer- nothing special.", "Great atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff. If you're looking for a fun dessert, you HAVE to get the s'mores. They bring all the ingredients to your table and a little flame so you get to cook them yourself!" ]

[ 4, 1, 4, 3, 4, 4, 1, 3, 3, 4 ]

[ "Love this place!! Because I work for an airline and commute to Philadelphia, I stay frequently at the Days Inn in Chester. There are not a lot of choices for food and certainly not many places within walking distance where you don't run the risk of being shot! The food is fantastic and the service is wonderful! Last night I had the risotto special. Heavenly!! Portobello Cafe is just a cab ride away!", "I live in Ridley Park and Portabella is, without question, the best restaurant in the area. The food is delicious. I especially love the lamb chops and the bolognese. In fact, I agree with another reviewer - the bologese is the best I've ever had. The prices are reasonable and it's a BYOB. The service is excellent and the atmosphere is relaxed and pleasant. Delco residents please support an amazing local business serving great food at affordable prices.", "Love this place Food is out of this world . this is our fav place to be alone and ejoy each others time away from the world this is the place to be with someone you love reminds you of being in Itlay Good food and BYOW", "Small joint that I was introduced to by my friends. It has great food, great atmosphere and great service. Check it out!", "This restaurant is AMAZING! There were 3 people in our party, and we ordered chicken parm, veal parm and the lamb special. All dishes were delicious, and we were given ample portions. It was difficult to find a restaurant in this area, so we were pleasantly surprised. The service was impeccable. Dessert (tiramisu) and coffee were just as delicious as our dinner. Will most definitely come back when we pass through this area again!", "This is the best Italian BYOB in Delco and could give many in philly a run for their money. When my parents come to visit we always take them here and we have never had bad meal. The service is amazing and you can tell they take pride in their restaurant. The eggplant parm is amazing. The linguini pescatore and fettucini portabella are also great. Their portions are huge too!\n\nTiramisu for dessert is a must. They often will bring out an after dinner cordial for you as well is you get dessert and/or coffee. \n\nThis is a great place for bigger group, family dinner or date night. The also offer an cheaper, smaller lunch portion during the day. If you are heading to Harrah's Chester I would say stop here for a great dinner before you go to the casino. I would give it 4.5 stars if I could.", "Fantastic dining experience. Decor was classic Italian and intimate. The food was exceptional and reasonably priced. I had the veal parm and my wife had the NY Strip on special. The veal was outstanding and the steak was probably one of the best I ever had. I brought a bottle of wine and hey provided an ice bucket and opened the bottle. I wish I had room for the dessert menu. I will definitely return.", "Stopped on the way to the airport. Service was a bit slow but we should have told then we were in a rush. Caprese salad was excellent, my angel hair primavera was a little soggy but tasty. Others enjoyed their meals: veal parmigiana, chicken parmigiana, seafood risotto (special). Latter was quite awesome and included part of a lobster!\n\nGenerous portions and real authentic vibe. I'm not Italian so I can't comment on the authenticity of the food but it seemed legit!\n\nBYOB so bring your own wine to enjoy.", "I love this place! It is not very well known and kind of off the beaten path if you're not from the area - but the food is worth the trip. We've been there several times in the last year, always ordering something different and always loving the food. \n\nThe service can sometimes be a little slow - I think there are only 1 or 2 servers on staff but it is a small place and we're never waiting very long and their personality and service with a smile makes up for any delay.\n\nWe brought in a party of 10 with almost no notice and they were able to accommodate use without any issue Everyone had an amazing time and raved about the food.\n\nWe love the gnocchi - and the lasagna!", "Don't walk to this place... RUN to it! I have lived nearby for most of my life and never knew this place existed.\nI can't wait to go back. It was THAT good.\n\nFor an appetizer we tried the clams casino. They were the best I had ever had because they were made from scratch. No fillers here. Homemade toppings over an entire clam. \n\nI had the Veal Chop and my date had the Osso Bucco with risotto. They even gave her a small fork for the marrow. Both were amazing. Both dinners melted in your mouth.\n\nOnly negative was the coffee. Not good and only half a cup...which was a blessing.\n\nExcellent dinner." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "The original \"Habit\". The best damn burger I've ever had...I dare anyone to challenge this statement. The only reason I try to make my commute pass through Santa Barbara...", "This is the best burger in town! If your a fan of In-N-Out, and a fan of the freshest of ingredients, then you should make your way over to the habit.\n\nAside from burgers the habit also grills up a fine fish sandwich, steak sandwich, chicken sandwich, and hot-dogs. While these choices are all great, it really does come down to the burger........\n\nNow, I've only have the original habit burger. But my boyfriend SWEARS by the double burger with two kinds of cheese (american, and swiss), you have to ask for it, but apparently it's \"the best\".\n\nFor an extra treat order up one of their shakes or ask for a side of tarter sauce to dip your fries in.", "I went here for my first time a few days ago and loved it. \n\nI got the veggie burger combo. Came out to $8.08, which is a little expensive for a hamburger stand, but whatever. Nothing seems to be that cheap in Santa Barbara/Goleta/Isla Vista except for fast food, and this is definitely a notch up from Burger King.\n\nThe veggie burger is huge. Possibly the largest veggie burger I've ever had. Piled high with thick cucumbers and sprouts. Definitely not just a run of the mill gardenburger. \n\nThe fries were alright. I've had better, but they got the job done. Definitely prepackaged and they just fry them up at the Habit, but that's fine every once in a while. \n\nI appreciated the myriad of condiments available. Tartar sauce and Malt Vinegar to dip the fries in were a treat not commonly found at the average hamburger stand. Steak sauce, worcestershire sauce, tapatio hot sauce, etc. \n\nI had an arnold palmer to drink and it was way good. The iced tea was better than usual and there were plenty of sliced lemons to throw in for added flavor.\n\nWhen I was there the temperature was in the high 30's/low 40's and with no indoor seating, it got a bit cold. Glad I happened to have a thick jacket in the car.", "The Habit is so good I'm giving it 5 stars. \nTry everything--whatever strikes your fancy. Any of the burgers, the milkshakes, the maltshakes. Did I have fish and chips here? I'm not sure, but I think I have memory of that?? Dipping fried fish and french fries into the yummy condiments. Maybe I'm dreaming on that part, but the burgers are \"crazy delicious.\"\n\nI am getting so hungry now thinking of the food this place offers. When I visit SB again, I will definitely stop by and feast!", "Best burgers ever. And for a place like this, the sandwiches were quite tasty too. Big portions. Nice patio seating although sometimes it gets hard to find a spot, especially during lunch time. I also really digged the onion rings. A must try if you're visiting SB.", "This is one of my favorite places to go when I visit my old stomping ground...wow, I miss them! \n\nThere is usually a line going out to the street and seating is crowded at best, but it's well worth the wait. They use only the freshest of ingredients there and they always cook to order...nothing sit under a lamp. \n\nNow I just need to get them to put one of these places up int he Bay Area!", "I mean- its the Habit- its good- but it aint no 5 star. seems to me quality has been going down on the meat as well. almost the size of mcd's - and thats not a good thing- last few times been a little more on the burnt side", "Pre-high school I would go here with my dad, we would eat saliva inducing onion rings and fatty burgers. During high school when I worked for Larry's Auto Parts up the street, I would gorge on cheeseburgers and fries after work.. Good Lo', the memories of tasty goodness abound! I love the Habit, and it's a downtown Goleta mainstay. Wish I still had one close by, but alas...", "I used to live on Nectarine, right down the street and I loved being close to the Habit. I still crave turkey burgers, onion rings, tri-tip sandwiches from here. \nOh Habit, I drool for you.", "So far out of the three Habit's I've been to, this one is by far the best.\n\nIt's the best because unlike the others, they have a chili burger here! I can't compare the Chili to Tommy's because they're different, but it's good here and I'm itching to go back to have another.\n\nAnd the onion rings are to die for. Just the right amount of onion and batter, served with ranch (and thanks to the girl I also use BBQ sauce at the same time as well).\n\nIf you're in Santa Barbara, be sure to stop in and see what you've been missing." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 3, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "There are a lot of options at Coventry if you've got the urge to feel mega-bloated and uber-satisfied after lunch. During work, I generally avoid mega-bloatation and uber-satisfaction, because they are both feelings that make me want to stop working and enjoy life.\n\nHowever, I ordered the grilled cheese (provolone) with a tomato slice and rocked some parmesan pepper mashed potatoes on my virgin visit to this calor-ific yuppie feeding frenzy in the heart of Center City and, I must say, the yuppies might just know what's uppie.\n\nThe sandwich was not the soggy puddle of buttery cheesiness that I have come to expect from grilled cheese over the years. The bread was crisply toasted, the cheese was melted but not burned or pure liquid.\n\nSomehow, it actually achieved standard grilled cheese satisfaction levels without making me nervous that I'd start feeling pain in my left arm and get light-headed moments after eating it.\n\nThe mashed potatoes (which, incidentally, are one of my top three favorite foods in the Milky Way) were awesome and left me sad that it was such a little cup-o-potatoes. \n\nBring a few extra bucks for this place (and if you bring a rectangular piece of plastic, be sure to get in the line on the right, so as not to piss off the otherwise friendly Asian women who smilingly stand guard at the registers).\n\nIt's a good experience, and I've been told that the one pound baked potato is absolutely to eat for! So I'll probably be heading back for sloppy seconds, right after my next paycheck.", "Wow.\n\nI had *no* idea this gem of a place even existed until last week. i work in the building, so you can understand that it was more than just an oversight. I can't believe I missed out for that long.\n\nIt's not just your average office building deli stop. It's the Mall of America of office building delis! Just when you thought you've seen everything, you turn around and there's gourmet cookies and chocolate covered pretzels. There's a pasta station. There's a million different choices for breakfast. Apparently, there's daily oatmeal and schools bring busloads of kids there to try them out. And then there's standard deli fare, of course. \n\nWorth the trip - you absolutely need to try it!", "I didn't even realise this place exisited despite working ONE! BLOCK! AWAY! \n\nIt's pretty overwhelming at lunch, there are loads of different counters to get your grub churned out cafeteria style. I never know what I want and I feel like the Soup Nazi (or Sammish Nazi) will cut me off. The place could use some clear \"order here for ____\" signs. That would solve the confusion for me.\n\nI've had a really good ceaser salad and also a fantastic NOMZ NOMZ NOMZ GET IN MY BELLY turkey club wrap.", "A great place for a quick lunch with a multitude of choices. The \"small\" salad is HUGe - and you get to choose your own ingredients.\n\nThe have hot pasta and baked potatoes, a few hot entrees and sides each day, subs, hoagies, soups, chili and great sandwiches and wraps.\n\nAnd the catering a great and cost effective. Try the STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE. (mmn, mnn!)\n\nAlso a great spot for breakfast - they do oatmeal well.", "Lucky Lucky me - Coventry RIGHT in MY building :) They have EVERTYHING here -- they have daily oatmeal specials which are quite sinful \"RASPBERRY WAFFLE\", \"STRAWBERRY CHEESE CAKE\" - yum - what is NOT to like. They fresh make all the salads & put in ONLY what you want. I always let ANTON wait on me - he gives the salad extra TLC. They build a monster sandwich - order a half - the wholes are TOO BIG!\nI think the employees have a NICE CONTEST every day to see who can be the nicest person that day!", "Coventry Deli offers a lot of options -- sandwiches, salads, etc. I don't recommend the salad - since some of the lettuce is suspect. However, the sandwiches look good and one of my colleagues loves the egg salad. I am a fan of the pastries - although they are a little pricey. \n\nCurrently, they have a recession discount where if you work in one of the nearby corporate buildings, they give you a 10% discount off your entree. Not bad. Coventry has seating both on the ground floor and basement area.", "Loved going here for lunch. Very large sandwiches which include a side for a cheap price! They are very fast so do not be scared by the long lines.", "Man oh Man.\n\nThis is by far my favorite generic center city deli. First off, they have some really innovative sandwich constructions. A personal fave of mine is the Brian, which combines turkey (tastes freshly roasted), muenster, sauteed garlicky greens and pears (!?!) on some griddled bread. I also like the option of getting my chicken or tuna salad made with fat free mayo. \n\nAll sandwiches come with a side. The asian pasta salad? gross. But the whole wheat pasta with eggplant and sun dried tomatoes? A little cup of heaven. \n\nOccasional mistakes due to quick service are understandable, but the source for the lack of a 5th star.\n\nAlso, bagel chips while you wait (lines are long but move fast) and prices are somehow always below what's quoted on the board. I don't really understand their discounting, but I'm not complaining...\n\nThey have a pretty big selection and more than just sandwiches. While not the most interesting lunch, in the wasteland between 16th and 21st on Market, this is a gem.", "Coventry Deli is perfect for those days at work when you have zero clue what it is you might want to eat. The deli offers a little bit of everything: sandwiches, salads, pastries, hot meals, etc. \nMy favorite meal: grilled cheese and a cup of the chili of the day. yummm. \nThey have a lot of specials depending on the day of the week, so this is definitely worth a try. For the price, it really can't be beat.", "The oatmeal here is amazing, not an adjective I am used to applying to oatmeal. I am particularly partial to the pumpkin, but the creme brulee is also very good. Even the plain is good, much better than I make myself (must be the guessed amounts of butter, cream, etc making the traditionally healthy breakfast somewhat less so). I've also had egg sandwiches that make me happy. \nWhen I go for lunch I usually skip all the lines and go straight to the baked potato bar. I get a vegetarian potato and enjoy them very much. I've only had the sandwiches and salads when my office orders them for work, and I think the tuna salad is quite good, but the menu is so extensive that I haven't even begun to try it all. Everyone is very friendly, which is a nice bonus in a super busy spot. Good local spot." ]

[ 3, 5, 4, 4, 4, 3, 5, 4, 3, 3 ]

[ "Stumbled in here this morning while in Nashville, we were greeted with only soft opening but then owner swooped in and invited us to come in and try the breakfast! Ended up loving this place! Great owners super quality food. Beautiful pastries, fabulous coffee and homemade gelato. Finally they sent over complimentary warm fresh made cookies gelato and whole milk. Truly amazing! This place WILL do well!!!", "I was invited to eat at Milk and Honey during their soft opening, and I haven't stopped thinking about it since. I had the curried smoked chicken sandwich, at least that what I think it was called, and it was the stuff dreams are made of. I don't even like curry, but this sandwich had just the right amount to make it interesting. It had so many unique flavors. Simply delicious. I literally went to bed thinking about it last night.\n\nThe restaurant itself is forward thinking. It has something for everyone. It's one part coffee shop, one part wine bar, one part restaurant, one part ice cream shop and bakery. It's adorable. I was most impressed by the efficiency of the restaurant. Though new, they got our food out quickly and the servers appeared well versed. \n\nThis little restaurant is a gem, and I can't wait to visit again. Next time, I'm going to save room for macaroons and thumbprint cookies!", "The atmosphere is casual chic! The craft cocktails are amazing and the food is full of goodness and flavor! Everyone is friendly and has an Urban Kitchen feel! Nicely done!!", "Highly recommended. The reviewer who recommended the Smoked Chicken Bahn Mi was right - you'll dream about this sandwich. So many flavors and textures come together on the first bite. Smoke, sweet, sour, heat, crunch. It was the Shiksa Smoked Chicken, though, that will keep you awake! How did they make it taste so good? Tender herb-filled juiciness with a carmelized glaze. Ah-mazing! Milk and Honey serves up healthy, fresh entries in an open and alluring space. With gelato service at one end and a bar at the other, there is something for everyone. Lovely service from Sara, with an appreciated visit from manager Clint. Hard to believe it had only been open for 2 days!", "This place is awesome! Great biscuits, awesome patio area, in the front there's a cute little bakery. Big latte selection!", "Went today for breakfast knowing it was the first weekend. And have to say this won't be the last. Food was great. The atmosphere was really cool. We tried some of their breakfast plates as well as a breakfast staple- a bagel. Everything was spot on. House blend coffee was great and they have lots of others to choose from. Great new spot in the Gulch. Will try dinner next.", "Went for breakfast this weekend and had the hot mess biscuit and Nutella latte. Both were awesome. This is a great spot and great addition to the gulch. I am looking forward to trying lunch and dinner there as well.", "If you want to eat there you have to be seated by a host/ hostess then you're waited on. Not a quick meal or honestly that great.", "I want to start with the ambience which was excellent. I love the white tile looking at the fresh bread and the overall design. I have always enjoyed looking into the kitchen. Second our waitress was excellent. She actually did a perfect job, I should have wrote this last night so I could share her name now my memory is week. \n\nThirdly, the food....... okay mixed here. For the appetizer we had the carpaccio WOW!!! What a way to start a meal we had high hopes in fact I am not sure I have had a better carpaccio. We both had the Caesar salad with white anchovies next. That was flat out bad very bad. At this point I started to get worried. The salad was dry and very bitter. It would have been better if it actually had some dressing but from what I can tell it was meant to be the way they gave it to me. I actually could not finish it it just tasted so bad. The only good piece was the white anchovies. For dinner I had the porky fried rice. I found this dish to be way to sweet I used the hot sauce but it was sweet as well and I was highly disappointed. I figured this would be an excellent savory dish. My business partner had the lasagna that was excellent. I had the fresh lemonade as my beverage. I loved loved loved it. They make it each day and by itself was worth it. That being said it is tart, which I love, and if it is too tart for you just add a bit of sugar you will love it. \n\nI have it a four star because of the over all average I gave each category. I will give the food another chance my guess is because it is new there will be a few errors but I suggest trying this place. I, for one, look forward to trying their pizza from the wood fired pizza oven.", "Ate breakfast with my husband. Had the hash with mocha coffee and shakshuka with jasmine tea. All delicious, especially the hash. When in Nashville again, we will eat here again. Service was great too." ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 1, 4, 5 ]

[ "Formerly the Chef's Buffet at Eldorado, it has been newly renovated and it is now called \"The Buffet\".... Their makeover is certainly impressive. It is now very modern and upscale looking and the service and decor are very nice. \n\nThe prices also seemed to have gone up slightly from what I remember but I guess someone has to pay for the construction costs and it's only fair that it's the consumers who get to enjoy the better atmosphere. \n\nThe food was just okay though but it's right on par with what is was before the makeover so no changes there. If you are on the Reno \"Strip\" area, then this is still a good option for buffet. However, if you are willing to drive out to Peppermill or Atlantis, you are almost guaranteed to have better food. \n\nSo depending on what you are looking for, better food or better location, this will help you decide which Reno Buffet you want to check out....", "I really exected this place to be really good. But no dice. They hyped it up like it was the best buffet in town. Not really. The old buffett was bigger and had more of a choice. We had dinner there and was not impressed, I decided to give it another try same deal. Not that great of a food and its smaller than before. And very costly on the weekends.", "This buffet takes the cake. This buffet is the best I had all weekend. \n\nAt $20.99 for a Saturday Dinner which includes New York Steak, Leg of Lamb, Prime Rib, Roasted Turkey, Shrimp and Crab. All you can eat, What more could you want. We started at one end of the buffet and worked our way across the room. We sampled just a little of everything until we figured out what was good. \n\nI am not really a big meat eater, so I really enjoyed the Crab, the Ceviche (also really fresh), Grilled Salmon, Fried Rice, Beef Lo Mein, Caesar Salad, and Stuffed Pasta. \n\nThe Desserts are also wonderful, the Red Velvet Cake was amazing and the Strawberry Gelato was addicting. \n\nThe best part is that the entire time, I felt like I was inside a restaurant. The waiters were really nice and I didn't get the buffet smell at all. Will definitely come here again.", "The very hungry caterpillar had ( No joke): \n\n7 New York Steaks about 6oz each \n3 slices of Prime Rib \n1 BBQ Rib \n1 Serving Spoonful of Fried Rice \n1.5 Serving Spoonfuls of Beef Lo Mein \n1/2 a plate full of Caesar Salad \n8 crab legs \n1 piece of baked chicken \n1.5 Serving Spoonfuls of Potatoes \n1 roll of Bread \nplus 2 glass of Diet Pepsi \nwith room for a Vanilla Gelato. \n\nIt seemed like an hour later I was hungry again... It was so good.", "I think most of the food was pretty good for an outside-of-Vegas buffet. However, their selection was very limited. You can try everything that looks appealing in about 2 plates. I did like the pistacio gelato. The price was reasonable, but not noteworthy.", "I heard good things about this place until I actually tried it myself. \n\nThis place has a pretty sorry Buffet. I should have already known from the name. \"The Buffet\" how generic. Anyway, the food here was not good at all. The carving stations had super dry meat which tasted like it was sliced from bouillon cubes. Everything was bad, even the seafood. Find a better buffet elsewhere.", "After snowboarding and driving back from Tahoe, we were STARVING and decided to give The Buffet a try. We got here shortly after 9PM and were excited since there wasnt a line while walking up. Little did we know, the line goes inside and around in a lil loop before reaching the register- we ended up waiting for an hour or so- right before closing time. \n\nI didnt think there was much of a variety here, compared to other buffets that i've been to. They didnt have any fruits, their prime rib was way too overcooked (though I asked politely for one that was more rare), the lamb was OK, and oysters were not fresh.\n\nI think i'll probably skip this next time.", "YOU CAN HAVE COTTON CANDY FOR DINNER HERE!!!\n\nThis buffet definitely tops all others. I typically do not like buffet food, mediocre food produced in mass quantities is not appetizing. But the food here will satisfy even the pickiest person in your group (that would be me). \n\nThe first time we came, they only served dungeoness crab legs which I'm fine with but the second time, they started to serve king crab legs! The best part about the crab is that if you don't like to eat it cold (again, that would be me), you can walk your plate of crab over to a chef and they will HEAT IT UP for you in boiling water!!!!! YUM!!!!\n\nThey do serve the usual buffet fare (pizza, prime rib, lamb, pasta, etc.) but most are definitely dolled up into something better than usual. They have gourmet pizza, \"loaded\" mashed potatoes, ceviche, gourmet mac'n'cheese, etc. All of their food is fresh and replenished regularly. Even their garlic bread is soft and crispy.\n\nBut after you have loaded up on crabs and carbs, you MUST save room for dessert. They have a huge corner filled with pastries (eclairs, cream puffs, pies, cakes, etc.) and GELATO (!!!!) in several flavors. I love the gelato and you can keep coming back as much as you'd like. They even have a person who makes fresh cotton candy for you to enjoy! The first time we came, my sister got this for me while we were being seated and I looked forward to it (and ate it...) throughout dinner.\n\nThe line to get in is long but the meal is definitely worth it. If you come in large groups, it's probably better to split up into different tables to be seated faster. \n\nMy only suggestion is to add sushi (spicy tuna!) and more fruit to the selection, that would make this place pretty close to perfect!", "Darn! Back to back buffet reviews. My family and their buffet fetish! The buffet here was recently remodeled and is absolutely gorgeous! There was a lot of food to choose from as well which is a good thing too.\n\nI had to start the buffet off right with a plate of oysters on the half shell and dungeness crab! Pretty darn fresh seafood!. Then went for the prime rib and homemade sausages that they had in the carving station. The prime rib was a little chewy, but the sausages we're out of this world! Lastly I got a slice of pesto/sun-dried tomato/mushroom pizza that was just brought out of the oven and it was delish! Lastly I went for dessert. I grab a fruit tart and a canoli to finish off the meal. \n\nThis buffet was A OK!", "I was not a fan of this buffet... I am not really a fan of buffets but I couldn't even find one thing that I liked at this buffet... I think we came on an off day because there was not much to offer here... and there was definitely no cotton candy!! The desserts didn't even look good, and the gelato was kinda gross... that's when I know it's an off day! The shrimp also looked very questionable... my husband who LOVES buffets did not even go for thirds (he usually goes for 10ths... lol) because he didn't really like any of the foods either..." ]

[ 3, 2, 5, 5, 3, 1, 2, 5, 4, 1 ]

[ "Newly opened and part of the Kimpton Hotel Palomar, this oh so trendy bar/lounge drew a few of us in the other night to see Anthony, one of our favorite bartenders.\n\nThe layout is very upbeat, and the lack of TV's a welcome change, but someone didn't do their research about philly as the bar is, shall we say, small. It is a hotel lounge, and there is lots of lounge space, but c'mon folks, people in this town love their drinks.\n\nAnd there's a lot to love. The drink menu has a bunch of great tasty drinks. The bell pepper smash, which includes muddled bell pepper and raspberries, was surprisingly sweet and definitely a hit.\n\nThe food menu, which comes folded in a square, is a great eclectic offering, heavy on the seafood (yum!). Running from simple treats such as charred octopus and lobster tacos to intriguing dishes such as a Korean 'hot pot' and a Bacalao Cake. Don't worry, there's lamb, steak, chicken, squab, and some vegetarian offerings so your crowd will surely find something they like. Prices are reasonable and the staff very friendly.\n\nPop in, give it a try, and say Hi to Anthony. Tell him Marco sent you!", "Came here for lunch this afternoon.. We started with the house-smoked salmon, which was delightful. Dining companion had the short rib sandwich with horseradish cream and watercress. She definitely won the entree contest. The horseradish was the perfect balance to the rich short rib, watercress was fresh and crunchy, bread was,if not fresh baked, delivered from someone who knows what they're doing. Served with purple potato chips and house-made pickle (which was also awesome.\n\nI had the skirt steak with ratatouille and semolina cake. Can't remember the description of the dish perfectly now, but I assume they must have said something about sauce. Sauce. So much sauce. I'm sure it wasn't just straight up A-1 or whatever, but it wasn't much of an improvement on that sort of generic steak-sauce-y taste. And there was way too much of it. \n\nOn the plus side.. this is a new place. Apparently the lunch menu just started next week or something. If the short rib sandwich is any indication, there's definitely some potential here. The bar menu is also supposed to start soon, and there were a few dishes there that sound like they'll be contenders. Crispy maitake mushrooms in particular... Also, service was good, bartender was informed about the menu and attentive.", "6 of us had dinner tonight. Nice decor, comfortable, good food, good service, good bread, interesting cocktails.\n\nWe ordered:\n\nBell pepper smash - very different and a little strange. It's not my favorite cocktail but I didn't mind it at all either. It grows on you and has a nice flavor at the end. It got tastier the more I drank. We also ordered the Orange blossom which was on a separate drink menu which donated $1 for each drink to breast cancer research. Very good but a little sweet. The other drinks on the bar menu were ok...a little more strange than good. All the cocktails were made with fresh ingredients.\n\nRoasted Vegetable platter -- Although it was good, it was not worth $16 -- not enough appetizer for three people, let alone six. The appetizer included very small servings of tabbouleh, some roasted peppers, olives, a tiny ramekin of baba and tiny grilled slices of bread.\n\nHummus -- lemony, fresh, good stuff.\n\nTuna Caesar and the Beet, endive & Frisee salads. Both were very good but the Caesar salad was not really a Caesar, it's more of a salad nicoise.\n\nButternut squash soup was not what I expected -- and not really in a good way. The taste, not the texture, reminded me of pie filling and lacked the rich, buttery goodness I'm used to tasting in this soup.\n\nI heard the Lobster Bisque was amazing but the people that ordered it in our party didn't want to share so I'm assuming it was pretty good.\n\nThings got great when the small plates and entrees arrived. I loved, loved the Mini Scallop dish and the Sage Gnocchi. The Amish chicken was great and with the beet pasta, it made the dish awesome and unexpected. The tuna tostadas were very good, too. I didn't get to sample the wild salmon or the octopus but my friends gave it a thumbs up. I did sample some of the duck fat fries which came with the salmon and they were awesome. Unfortunately, the lobster tacos were not so good. Our server said they were a hit so we ordered them but I'm not really sure what the hoopla is about. Just average.\n\nFor dessert our server recommended the apple fritters and they were good. I'm not one to order the fruity kind of desserts but we liked them and they were cooked perfectly. I would probably try a different dessert next time.\n\nI'd definitely go back for the scallops and the gnocchi.", "We were excited to hear about this restaurant opening in Center City. My wife and I love good food and we eat out frequently. We appreciate outstanding restaurants and have eaten all over the US and abroad. The Chef's reputation is well known and we are familiar with other Kimpton locations. We went on Monday night to check it out. \n\nWe arrived a few minutes early for our 8pm reservation to an abandoned front desk. After wandering around for a few minutes checking out the the sleek bar and hotel lobby, I had to snag the bartender's attention and ask him if there was a manager or host. He feigned surprise then disappeared into the back and presumably called the host or manager as he returned and said someone would be with us shortly. Pretty bad start. A few more minutes pass and the manager came downstairs, offered a weak apology and led us upstairs. She seemed lost and told us they were busier than they had expected and we could sit anywhere we wanted. Now there are about 30 seats and about 20 guests. We sat at a table and waited. And waited. \n\nServer was apologetic, awkward and had difficulty describing why there was no bottled water. We ordered the filtered water (they still charge you as if it's bottled water) and a cocktail and waited. And waited. By now we had been in the restaurant for almost 30 minutes without a crumb to eat or a drop to drink. Booo.. We had gotten the apologies, though, so that was something.\n\nWe ordered a few small plates: Ahi Tostadas- these were very good: Rosy, mild, sliced raw tuna over nice, crispy little tortillas with a spicy mayo and good pinch of salt. Lobster Tacos were not quite as good. A nice, homemade, soft corn tortilla wrapped around flavorless lobster chunks and topped with diced grilled pineapple. There was also a tasty, earthy guajillo sauce with them. \n\nOur next round was mixed: Gnocchi with truffle and parmesan were very good. Just right texture, juicy roasted mushrooms and a nice, earthy aroma. The Beet, Frisee and Endive salad was poor. Cranberry vinaigrette would have been good if the salad had not been drowned in it. Garnish of duck proscuitto was nicely gamey, Soft boiled egg was way under cooked with clear white running around the plate. There was no frisee or endive in sight. The greens were all delicate, mesclun style and completely deluged by the dressing and undercooked egg white. Charred Octopus was OK. Nice, lemony olive oil dressing and very welcome raw sliced artichokes, but the octopus needed a little more cooking time. Octopus should be chewy and resilient, not hard and rubbery. \n\nEntrees were pretty good. Not great. Chicken with creamy beet pasta was juicy and full flavored with delicious oven-dried tomatoes. Halibut with white sweet potato puree was ok. A little salty and acceptably fresh, but nothing that would make me say even lower case \"wow\". \n\nDesserts were ok. The apple cider fritters were ok. They were not light. They were not delicate, but they tasted good. The ice cream that came with them was weak. I mean weak-flavored. I could not even tell you what the flavor was. Skimmed milk? The pumpkin cream tart was inedible. Pastry was tough, tough, tough. The filling was runny and flavorless. Like canned pumpkin, skimmed milk and raw egg yolk. The ice cream that came with that was grainy and flavorless. I told our server the tart was not good and she took that and my espresso off the bill with more apologies.\n\nAll this would have gotten the restaurant two or maybe even three stars if the service had even been ok, but the service was so awkward, cold, self-conscious, lacking confidence and uncomfortable that I can't in good conscience give it any more than one.\n\nThis restaurant needs to smooth out the food, eject the contrived formality and find some solid professional management focused on warmth and sincere hospitality if it hopes to fulfill it's potential.", "Restaurant in the Palomar Hotel. Came here a couple mornings for breakfast. The wait staff was so nice, the girl remembered my name, and even my room number? a little weird...\n\nBut the breakfast comes out hot and fresh. No buffet style. Honestly for a nice and trendy hotel, the food here is very moderately priced and very good quality. \n\nHad Oatmeal one morning (~5), but then had an omlette (~9) the other with all the fixings. Awesome, the omlette had fontina cheese, which was different. you could likely find similar style and priced breakfast at other spots, but for walking down stairs, it is not bad at all.", "The restaurant has been open about a month now. I've been there more than a few times for drinks and dinner. I've always had a really good experience there. The staff has always been warm, welcoming, and eager-to-please. If either I, or any of my guests, had an issue with any plate or entree, the staff would quickly rectify the situation. All you have to do is let them know about it. They want you to be happy, if that means anything from buying you an appetizer, an entree, a drink, or dessert, they will do that for you.\nReading \"Andrew C\"'s review, I'm not sure how much information he and his partner disclosed, or, if they were even dining at the same restaurant. If they weren't happy with either the cranberry salad, lobster tacos, or that the \"chewy\" octopus, did they let their server know? The staff would have taken it off of their check immediately, as evidenced by the pumpkin tart issue. If they weren't happy with the filtered water, they could have always switched to tap. I've had the restaurant's water. I've had iced. I prefer the restaurant's filtered water, and, yes, they do charge for it. It's not free. You can always have tap water, if you prefer.\nHonestly, I disregard reviews like these, if they show me that they made no attempt to resolve the issue while they were there. He has ample complaints here. Did he mention (other than the pumpkin tart issue, which was resolved) them AT the time while at the restaurant. If he had waited a long time to be sat, or if he waited a long time for his drink, all he had to do would have been to speak up. If he wasn't happy with the food or service, there's always a manager to speak to. Did he do that? I also wonder how much he tipped: 10%, 12%, 15%, 18%, or 20%? (If I have inadequate service at any restaurant, I let someone know immediately whether it's the server, the host, or the manager. I consider a low tip an indication that I was not satisfied.)\nNow, if he had said that he had let the manager know, and they did nothing for him, that would be a different story.\nAnyhow, reading his \"review,\" I'm sure he was a lovely table to wait on. (I waited tables while in college, so I do have an idea of how restaurants work.) I love the restaurant and have had nothing but good experiences here. However, it's much easier to complain when it's anonymous.", "Upscale ambience, well-mixed cocktails and a fireplace. \n\nI've visited the Palomar a few times now, and it has the same trendy chic of other Kimpton hotels around the globe. I've been to several of them, and they are all impressive. \n\nThe lounge is a bit small, with the crowd often extending into the hotel lobby and fireplace area. Not a problem, since servers seem to be everywhere. Even if the bar's jammed, you'll still get your drinks in a flash. Speaking of flash, it's definitely high-end, but without the pretenses of say, Rouge. The crowd is lively, and more exciting than any other hotel bar in town.\n\nDefinitely a welcome addition to the neighboorhood.", "1682 definitely is a trendy space. even the menu sounds trendy. however, the food itself doesn't quite deliver. admittedly i have only been there for the brunch; however, i was appalled at the mediocrity and price of the food (i certainly don't mind paying for great food). \n\nthe waffle i ordered seemed to have been reheated or even worse frozen and nuked. ditto for my friend's muffin. \n\nalso, for her dish she asked for the pork-based sauce to be held and the server kindly offered an alternative veggie-friendly sauce. however, when my friend's plate arrived, it arrived sans sauce and with two large pieces of ham. ham was not in the description of the item... not to mention that the server should have deduced that my friend was not inclined to eating pork. \n\nmaybe i'll give 1682 a try again, but given the plethora of great dining options in the area, i wouldn't bet on it.", "The hubs and I met here last night for drinks per the suggestion of our yelper peers.\n\nThe atmosphere was fantastic. The bartenders were nice, the hostesses took our coats immeadiately and it wasn't as pretentious as they'd like you to believe it is. I love the columns of gold links on either side of the bar. I commented to my husband that I wanted a bracelet that looked like the links.\n\nWe stayed for two drinks and left fairly drunk. Hubs had two old fashioneds which were out of this world (and Im not usually a brown liquor kind of girl) and I had the grapefruit vesper: Gin, Ruby Red Absolut and Lillet. It was amazing. The bartenders were very attentive and nice, doing the rounds to make sure that we didn't have an empty glass and chatting about how the drinks tasted, etc.\n\nI will probably go back here...but the prices were kind of high. $46 for four drinks...eek\n\nxo", "I went this past week and had dinner there. My friend heard it on the ABC New Year's show about what will be in for 2010 and this place was mentioned so we figured we'd try it out. \n\nThe hotel is very beautiful and super modern. Same aesthetic as W Hotel but a little more upscale and design taken to a bit higher level. Square 1682 is upstairs from the bar, in a cozy dining area with very attentive servers.\n\nWe split the small seafood sampler appetizer--I've never, since I only started eating seafood 2 years ago--had crab legs in their shells and some of the other items...all very tasty absent the oysters, which I just don't like in general. My friend who loves oysters and is much more of a seafood expert said a price of $45 for the amount and quality was a really, really good deal. \n\nI then had the striped bass with root vegetables...fantastic. The best bass I've had to date and the balance between the bass' flavor and the sweet root vegetables was definitely appreciated. My friend got the salmon and said it was buttery and perfect...which was accompanied by the duck fat fries I trusted were delicious.\n\nWe each tried a few cocktails--each were interesting like my friend's bell pepper cocktail, which was mild with a bit of a kick. \n\nWe split one of the unusual desserts...we had cranberry upside down cake with goat cheese ice cream. Again, the mix between the two was divine and the right choice. Either item alone was good but together balanced each flavor out. I loved the real cranberries throughout. \n\nExcellent experience and reasonable bill for what we got." ]

[ 4, 3, 3, 1, 4, 4, 4, 2, 3, 5 ]

[ "My new favorite coffee shop in Nashville. First things first. They had two choices for black coffee. I chose the darker roast from Africa, which was delicious. The space is bright and comfortable (attached to Cumberland Transit) and has wifi. I imagine when school starts back up the place will be packed but for now it's quiet and a great place to work. Baristas are about the friendliest in town.\n\nQuick update. The bagel (with butter) is definitely not worth the 3+ dollars. But all in all a great place with a promising future.", "Really good coffee. I got the latte iced and they had so many different flavor to add to the coffee. Great service. People working there were very nice.", "My coworkers & I have been several times and enjoy the espresso drinks, but not the prices. We haven't tried the drip coffee yet. I was surprised that Three Brothers chose to use Bongo's beans, and I will probably stick to espresso drinks here since I'm not a big Bongo coffee bean fan. It is nice to have something besides Dose and Starbucks by us, and the environment is clean, open, and work friendly.", "I was super excited about a new coffee shop in the area and decided to check it out. At first I was worried about where to park but there's plenty of parking behind the building. And I love the customer service the atmosphere, and of course coffee!", "Super friendly. The vibe is really awesome. They brought the coffee to my table with a smile! \n\nThe taste, you ask!?! Perfect -- very smooth espresso. You can tell they know what they are doing! \n\nWill be back soon.", "Stopped by after a Sunday morning walk in the park - great food, coffee customer service - love the vibe in here", "This place has excellent coffee! The staff is friendly, the space is open, bright and comfortable. This is one of my favorite coffee shops in Nashville.", "This place has great ambiance and the lighting is wonderful for staying awake during long study sessions or simply relaxing to read. \n\nGreat coffee and great environment in a convenient spot.", "Great little coffeeshop just across from Centennial Park. Service was friendly, down-to-earth, and all around excellent. Rich locally roasted espresso provided the best foundation for my cappuccino! \n\nSharing a wall with Cumberland Transit (outdoor apparel store) made this the perfect 1-2 punch for me! Can't wait to visit again!", "This is a very nice place, smartly decorated and attached to a very nice outdoors outfitter. I got regular black coffee and it was very good. Four stars because my wife got a mocha made with \"in house created mocha\" .. It was very good but it took forever to get.. Funny though we ended up wandering and browsing hundred dollar flip flops while waiting" ]

[ 5, 5, 3, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4 ]

[ "One of the many Brennan restaurants in NO. A great place for a classic conservative meal in the French Quarter. It's much more formal than a bunch of the places around there but serves really high quality food bursting with Cajun flavors. Of course you know you gotta get the seafood down here near the Gulf. The gumbo, gulf fish and pecan pie stand out in my mind as excellent.", "Went with a big party for a friend's bday. Overrated food and this is not the only Brennan's restaurant Ive been to, it's located in the French Quarters. The food was mediocre but nothing to rave about. \n\nHad the duck spring roll too salty, the oysters hollandaise was great, seafood gumbo was saltyyyy, and the filet mignon was cooked nice and tender with a bit of pink on the inside.", "Visited on a recommendation from a friend. I was not disappointed. A bit upscale, yes, but I didn't find the place to be especially pretentious as others have suggested. In fact, I found the service to be the right balance between attentive and friendly. Waiter had strong opinions about various dishes. While I can't compare with what we didn't order, everything was top notch from the Gumbo Ya Ya to the Parmesan Flounder with grilled shrimp to the bread pudding in whiskey sauce.", "Visiting New Orleans, we flew in on a Friday night and were very excited for some great food. Walking in, Mr. B's struck me as a touristy place that would overcharge for mediocre food. I wanted to head out and try our luck somewhere else, but was glad we stayed. \n\nWhile waiting for a table, we met a local couple at the bar who suggested the crabcakes, gumbo and barbequed shrimp. All good recommendations, but it was the bbq shrimp that made us roll our eyes to high heaven. YUM. Thanks, Georgio!\n\nIt's not really barbequed, but rather, cooked in Worcestershire sauce, spices and a boat load of butter (a very large boat). I loved it so much I made it at home, using the recipe on their website. Quite good (if I do say so myself). http://www.mrbsbistro.com/recipes.php", "This place is old school New Orleans dining. It's a Brennan's restaurant (the family behind Brennans, Palace Cafe, Redfish Grill, Dickie Brennans, Bourbon House, Commander's Palace). \n\nThe food is decent but really, it;s the atmosphere that makes this place so charming. The waiters wear nice jackets and there's live piano music. It just feels old school - like the kind of place you'd take your grandparents (if you still have them).\n\nI had the BBQ shrimp which, in New Orleans means huge shrimp with the heads on, dripping in a sweet and tangy sauce served with plenty of crusty French bread for dipping. My dining companions had lamb, duck and redfish. Everyone was pleased. \n\nThe appetizers were only so-so. I couldn't taste any duck in the duck spring rolls, although they were kind of tasty. I think they were stuffed with creamed spinach. And the fried oysters were a bit too mild. They certainly tasted fried, but not like oysters. \n\nWhen you come to Mr. B's Bistro you can't be in a rush. Sit back, enyoy your wine. Enjoy your meal. Enjoy the music. Enjoy the service and the atmosphere. You may be here for up to 2 hours. But savor the pace. Once you get out on Bourbon St. you'll miss it.", "One of my favorite spots in the French Quarter. \n\nOf all the Brennan's restaurants, this has always been my favorite. It's all so good but their BBQ Shrimp is the best ever. \n\nIf not the shrimp, try something with crawfish in it - you're in N'awlins remember!\n\nDesert menu is also marvelous.", "I came here for dinner with a friend and was not that impressed. I got the Jambalaya, seafood gumbo, and Mr. B's bread pudding. I ordered the jambalaya off the lunch menu and the dinnertime chef's did not know how to makie it. It came out very very dry and tasteless. Almost tasted like leftovers. The seafood gumbo was pretty good, butyou can get good seafood gumbo at a lot of other places in new orleans. The bread pudding wasn't as soft and melted like usual, it was like break that was just soaked for a while. My friend got the shrimp and grits which was pretty different and also pretty good. The shrimp was wrapped in bacon. Overall, I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone, maybe it was just my experience though.", "A close 4. Man, the food in New Orleans is so good. We hit Mr. B's for dinner this evening. The place was packed, but we were seated right away. Service started a bit slow but the food delivered. We started with the soup trio and the crab cake appetizers. The former was good, the latter was much better. Actual crabmeat, not just a ton of filler crap. I ordered the wood-grilled amberjack fish. Fresh and light, meaning it was a relatively healthy choice. Hubby got the shrimp and grits. Really excellent: shrimp were nice and meaty; grits were creamy with chunky bits and lots of flavor.\n\nUpdate: Adding a star. Went back for our final diner in New Orleans. Shrimp and grits. So delish. I'll be dreamin' of this dish back in Cali.\n\nAmbiance is a tad noisy but I still enjoyed the live music (piano). Decor was classy with deep wood paneling and lots of indirect lighting.", "Wow! I just got back from a trip to New Orleans. My mom and I both had shrimp and grits our first night there. We were so impressed we ended up going back for the same thing on our last night. The first time we'd already eaten a lot that day, but the second time we were hungrier, so we started with the scallop appetizer and a cream of spinach with Bousin soup. After our shrimp and grits we shared the white chocolate brownie. Everything was delicious! You'll need to make reservations a day in advance or expect to wait.", "I recently had dinner here upon recommendation of a friend. I knew it was one of many Brennan restaurants in NOLA so we gave it a try.\n\nI ordered their specialty BBQ Shrimp which was really good and I was glad I wore the dorky bib because my blouse would have been ruined.\n\nMy bf ordered the Crayfish Ravioli which was good but he said my dinner was much better.\n\nMy only complaint is that the food is not spicy enough even when I asked to have it kicked up a bit. I wanted REAL Cajun not tourist Cajun." ]

[ 5, 2, 4, 4, 4, 4, 2, 4, 5, 4 ]

[ "Village Whiskey is small and intimate, with quintessential \"Philadelphia bar\" trappings like a tin ceiling and subway tiles. Big windows give it a much brighter feel than other such spaces, and the wall of whiskeys behind the bar is something to behold. Seating is at the bar or in tall, comfortable leather booths, and the Prohibition-esque soundtrack playing in the background adds to the atmosphere.\n\nWhiskey! This place has lots and lots and lots of whiskey. They also have a good beer list and a bunch of the updated old-timey cocktails that I'm so happy to see popping up all over the place. Boyfriend and I opted for a fancypants version of a beer and a shot - Lagunitas Czech Pils and Sixpoints Righteous Rye, and Four Roses single batch for him and Rowan Creek (a smooth, vanilla-y bourbon) for me. \n\nHaving visited on their second day open, I anticipated some of the usual new-restaurant service issues, but everything ran quite smoothly, and our waiter was gracious and quick to find answers for all our questions.The extensive whiskey list, many of which were unfamiliar (did I see a scotch called Inchmuffin?), led me to ask for guidance, and I appreciated that the waiter took my criteria to the bartender for a solid recommendation from someone who knows all the whiskeys, rather than guessing at something he hadn't tried. \n\nThe menu is small and burger-heavy - the opposite of tapas. I needn't have worried, though, because it turns out that Jose Garces can do the whole upscale bar food thing just as well as Spanish small plates. For vegetarians, the house-made veggie burger is dense and hearty, with black beans and edamame, and I liked it with Jasper Hill cheddar that was good enough to eat off a plate at Tria. The fresh, airy sesame roll is a treat, too.\n\nAlthough duck fat fries are on the menu, the server told me that they're happy to do fries in olive oil for veggies. I skirted the issue by ordering tater tots, which are really way too good to be called by the same name as the brown lumps in school cafeterias. These are fried just right, crispy and golden, warm and smooth inside, and seasoned perfectly. \n\nYou can get all kinds of pickled things here - tomatoes, baby carrots - and the regular old cucumber pickles were fresh and fantastic. \n\nBy this point I was feeling pretty done, but the dessert menu contained a phrase that stopped me in my tracks: BRULEED WHISKEY FLUFF. Ladies and gentlemen of Yelp, believe me, you want to eat bruleed whiskey fluff. It comes with homemade graham crackers and chocolate ganache to make a whiskey-fied smores, and man, it is awesome stuff.\n\nI predict that Village Whiskey will be absolutely packed on the weekends from here on out; it's a great addition to the Garces empire on the best restaurant block in the city.", "Let's all get in the Wayback Machine! $80 for 2 ozs of whiskey, $12 tiny frou-frou drinks for the ladies, $24 for a burger or a few pieces of lobster, overgrown frat boys wandering around duding each other. Maybe the Garces empire thinks we're so far down we have nowhere to go but up. On the upside, this is a really nice place to sit and all the rolls are really good. On the other hand, the fries with cheese and shortrib is the most disgusting thing I've ever paid $12 for -- potato wads soggy from fatty liquid at the bottom of the pan, with tasteless orange cheese and big fatty hunks of meat thrown on top. Seriously?? Has Jose Garces even eaten here??", "We went to Village Whiskey on Saturday night, which was its second night open. Surprisingly we had little difficulty getting a table, although it was outside. I'm not a whiskey drinker but several of my friends are. They actually skipped the whiskey as the prices were about double what they usually would pay (a 1 oz. pour was priced the same as what a normal 2 oz. pour would cost). Not sure if VW is going to be able to get away with that but I guess we'll see. Had the Kentucky Fried Quail, which was very well seasoned. Also had the short rib and duck fat-fried fries in a Sly Fox cheddar sauce. Those were pretty awesome, definitely the best thing anyone at our table had that night. I'd like to go back and try the burger (not the $24 one). Considering it was their second night, I thought service was ok. Certainly not the all-star service I've come to expect from other Garces joints like Amada, but hopefully in a few weeks time they will be a well-oiled machine.", "Let's get one thing straight: like all of Jose Garces' establishments, Village Whiskey is not for the faint of wallet. With that said, what you will get is an excellent cocktail that should make the hefty price tag worthwhile... if, you choose wisely. \n\nExample #1: Good Choice\nI enjoyed an old fashioned that had somewhere in the neighborhood of 2.5 ounces of bourbon. I was surprised at the lack of muddled orange and cherry garnish and when I questioned the bartender, he said that a true old fashioned is made with bitters, sugar and lemon only. The muddled cherry and orange is actually a more modern take on the drink. I always enjoy a little history lesson with my cocktail and I will certainly keep this knowledge in my back pocket for a later date.\n\nExample #2: Not-So-Good Choice\nFor my second drink, I went with the bartender's suggestion and tried the corpse reviver 2.5. This fancy pants drink was tasty for sure, but definitely not something I would invest in again when I could be sinking my teeth into a gigantic burger for three dollars less instead. See what I mean about choosing wisely?\n\nNext time, I will be more conscientious about my drink selection. I will also be tearing up the dinner menu. The burgers that surrounded me on this visit looked fantastic, and I loved the interesting selection of toppings that are available as add-ons. Oh, and duck fat fries with short ribs and Sly Fox cheddar sauce? Yes, please. \n\nJose, you da man.", "Andrea and I have been plotting to check out village whiskey since we knew it was coming, and tonight we made it in. Its a long narrow room with not a ton of tables. At first glance it seemed like it would be a little claustrophobic but once seated we were good. The bar had some good people watching with a real mix of ages and backgrounds. \nWe started with a Philadelphia fish house punch--very sweet and tasty but HIGHLY alcoholic. Since I am a light weight one was all it took to get me pleasantly and happily buzzed. There were tons and tons of beers and whiskies, as well as some very interesting cocktails that I want to get back to try sometime (particularly the aviation with creme de violette) but I'm pretty sure that 1 drink is all I can handle.\nWe ordered some small bites first: deviled eggs and house made philly pretzels. I was very pleased that both the deviled eggs and the house made mustard had an actual kick. Too often, spicy things at restaurants aren't spicy at all, so that was a good change. The eggs were excellent, and we'd definitely order again. Pretzels were good but not VERY good, and I'm not sure I would get them again. I'm looking forward to trying the cheese puffs next time.\nWe skipped the house pickles, but looking at other people's tables they looked interesting.\nWe both got burgers and shared an order of the fries. Fries and burgers were both very very good. House made ketchup was a little bland and could use some more vinegar.\nWe were both too full for dessert but I am definitely going back for the house made s'mores.\nService was a little spacey. Not bad or unfriendly, but sort of intermittently slow. Overall I really liked it and will definitely go back!", "Jose Garces will you marry me? Can you imagine our wedding? The food would be phenomenal.\n\nI'd have waiters serving the deviled eggs. I love the deviled eggs at jones, but these take the cake. I couldn't even tell you what was in that lovely yolk mixture. They were heavenly. Oishikatta\n\nI love a good pretzel. So we ordered those. The mustard had a kick. Similar to wasabi. The mustard along with all the house condiments are made in house. Its divine. However, I'd skip the pretzels next time.\n\nThe fries come out in a mint julep cup which is just adorable. They actually have a slightly sweet taste. Almost like the duck fat brings out the true potato flavor. The ketchup tasted like tomato sauce...they need to ooomph that up a little before LaBan gets in there.\n\nThe burgers were awesome. I also felt 8 bucks for a burger was quite fair. Its a huge thick burger which next time I'm getting cooked medium rather than medium well. Juicy oh so juicy. The bun which I normally do not eat was scrumptious, made in house as well. \n\nWe were stuffed and passed up dessert. However we are going back soon and having some pickles, tater tots, cheese puffs and smores\n\np.s. pass up the cream soda...one passed me and it looked meh\n\nkisses for jose", "The whole time I was here, I just kept thinking, I wish this was my bar. And I wish I was hungry! The menu looks great and totally affordable. The bar is beautiful and the white tiled walls are so charming. The whiskey selection is mind blowing, and every cocktail we sampled was artfully prepared and super tasty.", "When a new Jose Garces restaurant opens, it warrants a visit. My bf and I took a late-ish trip over the weekend for some whiskey, beer and burgers. The service was excellent, the atmosphere (much like Tinto and Amada) was perfectly suited for a swanky burger/ whiskey joint. Two burgers and two drinks cost $50+ with tip & tax included.\n\nWe brought the dog & sat outside at a large wooden table, tucked away on Sansom Street where there was a nice breeze and ample room. We ordered a Bear Republic Imperial Stout ($8) & 1oz of Macallan Cask Strength ($13). Both were overpriced for the size - the stout was deliciously rich.\n\nI ordered the veggie burger and added on some Jasper Hill Cheddar, my bf ordered the regular burger w/ carmelized onions and we planned to share the tater tots. My veggie burger came out on a buttery sesame roll and fell apart pretty easily, but I was most disappointed with the miniscule amount of cheese on the burger (for a $3 upcharge I expected more than a couple crumbles). From what I tasted, the cheddar was sharp and delightful, I just wish there had been more. The regular burger, prepared medium rare, crumbled when picked up. It was extremely greasy and messy but I'm told it was pretty tasty.\n\nWhen our waitress realized the tater tots were missing from our table, she apologized and placed a new order on the house. I'm glad we didn't miss out - the taters reminded me of the ones prepared at Tinto, smooth on the inside, nicely seasoned and crisp on the outside.\n\nWe'll be back for bar snacks (pretzels & pickled beets) & specialty cocktails, but probably not for burgers.", "I got to stop in and try this place. It's conveniently on the same block as the Adrienne Theater, so I suggested a quick bite here before the Fringe show I was about to see. It's a great location for lots of reasons, really.\n\nRight to the food, that's what it's about for me. I decided to stick to the traditional burger since it was within my recent budget. I learned that it only comes with tomato and lettuce so I added caramelized onions and thought, what the hell, and ordered the duck fat fries. My date had the BBQ quial with suckatash and fritter. I was full and content, he was still a bit hungry. The burger, though I ordered it medium, came out closer to well done but it still had lots of flavor and the meat was really good. The fries, which I would've skipped if not drawn by the \"duck fat\" idea, were way worth the $5. I tasted that fat and it was rich, it was rewarding. \nI tasted the quail and it was super tasty and even the veggies tasted good, go figure. Over all the food was good, though a bit on the salty side. I suppose that's good for a bar, eh? I definitely want to try this place again, preferably when I can order that Whisky King Burger for $24 without my wallet wincing.", "If there were unlimited amounts of money to spend on whiskey, I would be at Village Whiskey every night. When I arrived at 12:45 on a Saturday night, the kitchen was closed, but the bar was open and willing to overcharge me on whatever whiskey vareital I wanted. I decided to go with a more reasonable American bourbon, which was still $16 for a 2 oz pour (I'm sure I could have gotten the same pour elsewhere 2 blocks a way for $10). \n\nThe ambiance was nice, as the leather booths cradled my drunken rear-end and the marble tables supported my large glass of whiskey. The music was good, the service was friendly, but the kitchen closed at 12am, which was a huge disappointment. I don't think Village whiskey can survive as a bar, but if the food keeps people entertained it will be successful.\n\nBrad's rating (out of 5):\nPrice: 2 (1 oz pours are ridiculously overpriced, so don't bother)\nDecor: 5\nService: 5\nWild card: Single malt Scotch selection could be more extensive, but the bourbon is top notch." ]

[ 5, 1, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 4, 3, 4 ]

[ "Pick your own six packs, you can get hoagies and cheesesteaks. Neat and clean place. Told us about many events they are doing weekly. Very refreshing for burholme.", "I've been wanting to try this place since I saw it was open but I finally tried it out, it was very nice , clean the staff was awesome including the owner he was hands on and had a conversation with me and made me feel welcomed. I'm not really a beer drinker but I did give Not Your Father's Root Beer a try along with the Soy Garlic Wings- the wings were delicious and fried to perfection and the price was awesome !! They have HUGE selection of craft beers, and food. I will be visiting again :) They also have events as well which is pretty cool! Awesome place for Burlhome/NE Philly", "Where else in NE Philly can you find craft beer in six packs and simple decent food? Impressive selection of beers including a good number of local brewers- Yards, philly brewing co, Victory, neshaminy, etc. Its a clean and open space with friendly staff. Will definitely return to this welcome to the neighborhood.", "Garlic soy wings and ice cold beers the best thing to happen to Burholme in a long time... Good service!! Good food !! Good beer!!", "Known friends have stop in. I had a chance to stop. Cheese steak are good. Like the Soy sauce garlic wings. I can taste the sugar in it. Very much like soy sauce chicken. Nice people. Thou, they did forget one order. That is ok. Will be back.", "Love love love this place. The only one of its kind in the area. Was able to pick my own 6 pack out of a really good selection of all sorts of craft brews and ciders, accompanied by a sandwich with Boars Head, also hard to find in this area. Will return time and time again.", "The prices are amazing! Good selection, not great but the prices make up for it. Frank is so nice and willing to get special stuff in if you ask.", "I'm not much of a beer drinker but if I was, I guess this place would be the equivalent of a kid in a candy store. \n\nThere lies against the wall a large selection of beers from all over the world and Frank was kind enough to go over his selection of craft beers and suggest me something that I might like even though I am not much of a beer drinker. \n\nIn addition to all of the beers, his place also has some eats as well, hoagies, fries, cheese steaks, and korean style double fried chicken wings that are nice and crisp and you don't have to order in $20 batches which is a plus.", "From the very first time I walked into Chase's Hop Shop, it was clear that Frank is easily one of the most caring small business owners I've ever met for a few reasons:\n\n1) He goes out of his way know his customers by name and to get to know them on a personal level.\n\n2) They have a big online and social media presence which is definitely helping their business. \n\n3) Frank is there morning, noon and night; his wife and kid are also often there too - and they all seem like a really great family which only makes the welcoming appeal of the shop even greater.\n\n4) As soon as the store opened, there was an instant community-oriented vibe. They promote the other businesses and they've gotten involved in local events. They have a local radio show broadcasting out of the store, they've done paint nights, they often bring in breweries for tasting events and they also do first Friday events with special menu items. And even though I missed it, they did an outdoor movie night in the parking lot showing The Sandlot - how cool is that?\n\n5) THE FOOD AND BEER! The menu started small, but over the last few months, it has slowly grown. But even when it started, the wings and fries were amazing. The beer selection has a good variety. And while they can't stock every single craft beer on the market, Frank has made it known that all you have to do is ask and he can get some new beers ordered. Good luck asking some other craft beer outlets to do that for you.\n\nI am lucky that this little gem opened up close by. Frank and his wife are great people and the store is one of the best places to pop up in Northeast Philly.", "Prices are reasonable. The owner and the staff is friendly. The place is clean. The garlic soy wings and fries are delicious." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4 ]

[ "Any time a new restaurant opens in Chinatown, I really want it to succeed. I love the community there and I really want it to grow economically. But still, it would definitely help if the food that was coming out of these restaurants was just a bit better.\n\nFirst impressions of Erawan in Chinatown:\n- The walls are bright orange and red - not supper appetite-inducing.\n- All the chairs at my table were wobbly (or maybe it was the floor?)\n- There is an...interesting odor.\n\nBut I can overlook these things because the service was so darn friendly. Even with the slight language barrier, our waitress was super cute, offering recommendations and giving suggestions. The hostess also offered us a complimentary sampling of the Thai iced tea (which was ludicrously sweet but still a nice gesture). The paper covering the straw was artfully rolled to form a little heart over the glass (freaking adorable!).\n\nIf the food were as good as the service, everything would be good and happy. But unfortunately, nothing here was remarkable. The tom kha gai (coconut soup) was watery and bland. The chicken skewers looked jaundiced. The red curry was passable but just barely. It was served with eggplant (interesting choice), green beans, bamboo, and bell peppers. I had asked for the spiciest they could possibly prepare it, yet I barely even broke out a drop of sweat. Curry should really knock you out with flavor, but this one didn't quite make the cut. Presentation for everything was gorgeous though (with the exception of the jaundiced chicken).\n\nAs I was leaving, I received a warm procession of goodbyes from the fantastic staff. They also kindly gave me a gift card to receive 15% off all future orders until the end of the year (but you have to pay in cash). I so want this place to be successful. I suppose it's worth at least one more trip back.", "I was pleased when I saw a take out/delivery menu for a new-ish Thai restaurant in the mail room of my apartment building, and gave them a try for a delivery dinner on a VERY rainy and unpleasant Saturday evening.\n\nThe person who took my order was quite pleasant, and was honest that the wait might be 1-1.5 hours. I decided to order anyway since it was only 7:30, and I was NOT about to go out in the rain. The food actually arrived in only 40 minutes, delivered by a very friendly man who also apologized for the wait.\n\nWe had appetizers of crispy shrimp (tasty - shrimp wrapped in wontons with a little scallion,and then deep fried) and chicken tom yum soup (good soup, but had a surprisingly delicate flavor and lacked the searing acidity that I enjoy in tom yum). Our entrees of panang curry and enchanted bamboo, both prepared with chicken, were similarly yummy, but not outstanding. Both could have used more heat, but the portion sizes and quality of the ingredients were quite good for the prices. \n\nGenerally, the entrees run in the $11-$15 range, with chicken/tofu dishes towards the lower end and shrimp/seafood towards the higher end. Rice is included with non-noodle entrees, which pleases me. The recent movement towards charging extra for rice with various Asian cuisines is a new pet peeve of mine; I liken it to the deli charging me extra if I want my sandwich made on bread, instead of just as a pile of cold cuts, lettuce and a squirt of mustard in a plastic container, but I digress . . . . The menu alleged a $3 delivery fee if one was out of the \"immediate area\". They did not define a radius, but I did not incur a fee for a ~5-block delivery.\n\nWhile I was not blown away by the food, I will definitely give Erawan at least one more attempt. Everything we had was solidly tasty, the ordering/delivery process went smoothly, and the prices were decent. Next time I will be requesting that they elevate the spice level on everything.", "While this was my first time at a Thai restaurant (I'm not an adventurous eater), I was pleasantly suprised by Erawan. I love the decor, the colors were warm, inviting and calming on the cold rainy day. I love the hugh candles throughout the restaurant and the wrought iron fixtures. We were greeted as soon as we came in and seated immediately. We were offered Thai iced tea, which I've never even heard of before. I liked it, it tasted like there was ice cream in it! And the design that was on the end of the straw was so creative! We mulled over what to get, as I am trying to try new things and not get my staple fried rice dish, I decided on the sweet and sour chicken with fried chicken curry dumpling. It seemed like as soon as we finished ordering our food was there! It was delicious, I have no complaints. The rice that came with the chicken was sweet, not just plain white rice. The service was great. The hostess was sweet! I highly recommend.", "Yum! I had the Penang Curry w/ Tofu and it was delicious! The flavor was excellent and the lunch portion was generous. It had a bit of a kick to it, but I wouldn't call it spicy. The service was excellent. At $7.99, you can't get any better!", "Erawan Thai is a nice little restaurant in Chinatown that delivers quality food while being reasonably priced. \n\nI work nearby, so Ive been here a couple of times. The first time I got Tofu Curry which was just ok, and today I got the (chicken) Holy Basil Supreme. The latter was much better than the former.\n\nThe food was good, but i expected a little more heat. I have heard they offer 3 different spice levels, but I didnt think i had to specify at least one to even get it hot. There was no kick, which left me a little dissapointed, but the chicken was boneless breast, well seasoned and the veggies were crisp and delicious. \n\nI must rave about the spring rolls and the tom yum soup. The spring rolls are standard fare, but what set them apart is the delicious garlic sauce they give you on the side for dipping.\n\nThe tom yum soup, is great. it has a spicy kick and taste great! Someone left a review that it was too salty, but I did not have this experiance.\n\nA coworker got the Shrimp Pad Thai which he said was about an 8.375 on a 10 point scale. LOL. Yeah my coworker is crazy.\n\nNext time I go, I'm going to try the crispy duckling or the massaman curry.", "I've never been to the Center City location, but had heard good things, so I bought a groupon for the new Chinatown location. I'll definitely be back!\n\nThe Chinatown location is really big, so I imagine there would rarely be a long wait. Everyone working there is extremely nice and enthusiastic. The prices are definitely higher than your usual Thai place, but the portions are also about 50% bigger than usual. I think splitting an appetizer and one entrée between two people would be plenty of food, and would help with the higher prices. \n\nWe started with the fresh spring rolls, which were generously portioned. They were also expertly wrapped - usually after one bite things start to fall apart, but these spring rolls really held up! For entrees, we had mango fried rice and pad woon sen (stir fried bean noodles with veggies). Both were solid, and I especially enjoyed the mango fried rice. Great flavor and the perfect amount of moisture. \n\nThe cleanliness and great service definitely make Erawan stand out in Chinatown!", "Yes yes yes! Give me more!\n\nOnce again I have found another Thai BYOB that has delivered. Seriously folks don't pass this place by.\n\nI came here with the lovely Teresa L. for a Groupon dinner and I am sold on both this place and Groupon. We had a diet coke each, delicious entrees, and a dessert for $10 bucks. TEN BUCKS. Dear Groupon, Thank you for giving me a new gem to spend my hard earned cash for delicious and filling food. I bow down to the awesomeness that is Groupon. Erawan, you have a new fan. I will be back and bringing my friends with me. \n\nThis place is a big bowl of awesomeness paired with a glass of delicious.\n\nThe decor is warm and romantic. The place is clean and well spaced. Don't be frightened if you see little white flecks floating in your water. The waitress informed us that they squeeze lime into the water. I really couldn't taste the lime, but I was also drinking beer/liquor. But the glass and water are clean.\n\nThe service is spectacular. We had everyone but the chefs come by and ask if we needed anything. They were all very personable and wanted us to have the best experience possible.\n\nThis place is perfect for any type of outing. Intimacy for dates, hanging out with the yelp ladies and gents, a birthday party (byob boozing), getting tipsy before a night of bar hopping, or a family outing.\n\nOn to the scrumptious food. We shared the massaman curry and the drunken noodle. Both had the perfect blend of spices and I scraped my bowl of curry clean. The drunken noodle were also delicious. You could really taste the basil, but it wasn't off-putting. So so so good. And reasonably priced with large portion sizes. When you get the plates the portions don't look that big, but once you dig in the food is so filling that the portions are the perfect size.\n\nFor dessert and a birthday treat we shared the Fire Ice Cream. We thought the had misspelled it, but no, the plate comes out on fire. I've had better fried ice cream, but it was good and hit the spot.\n\nSo in summation: Why aren't you there yet?", "I am always seeking out places that work for a large group to BYO on a weekend. Banana Leaf is my go-to, but sometimes you need to spice it up. I am happy that Erawan's new location can be added to that list. The space is very cute and the staff is attentive and put up with us staying after closing. And they deserve credit for totally tricking us and saying it was too late to order dessert and then bringing out coconut ice cream with a candle for the bday boy.\n\nThe flavor in my spicy been salad was great though some of the pieces were too chewy. Entrees are very big. I liked the drunken noodles and their curry was even better. They also make a good Thai Iced Tea. Take your group here!", "Erawan's new Chinatown location delivered on pretty much every front. I went with two friends on a Saturday night at 7 and there was plenty of room and no wait...major points already. The staff was super friendly and warm right off the bat making us feel immediately welcome. The interior is relaxed and not at all fancy while avoiding that cafeteria look that other Chinatown places often have. \n\nNow, for the food: REALLY TASTY! My friend got the \"Tantalizing\" Tom Yum soup with chicken, which was bursting with a delicious, complex flavor. I highly recommend it. Just beware of the spice - my friend inhaled a red pepper flake and was coughing for a good 2 minutes. The Ultimate Pad Thai was a good, but standard, Pad Thai. Don't get me wrong, I fully enjoyed it: If you want a good Pad Thai, it will definitely do the trick, just don't expect anything fancy. The pineapple curry tofu was delicious! The pineapple added the perfect amount of sweetness without overwhelming that delicious coconut curry flavor, and the tofu was well-prepared. One of my friends got the drunken noodles with chicken and loved it. The noodles are really wide and flat and absorb a lot of flavor. The little bit I tried was really good. \n\nAfter impressing us with a delicious meal and great service, they scored extra points by explicitly welcoming us to stay to finish our wine after we had paid. They even refilled our waters a couple of times while we sat there.\n\nAll in all it was a delicious, affordable meal served by lovely people in a lovely setting. I look forward to my next trip!", "Drunken noodles and masaman curry. Split with the awesome Nicole W. Truly my eyes deceived me because what looked like little food was actually a lot. \n\nMost plates run less than $14 with desserts running less than $7.\n\nThe service was fantastic; very attentive hostess and smiley waitresses.\n\nIt wasn't just us who were having fun; the atmosphere is conducive for a candlelight dinner to a family affair with grandpa and the baby. \n\nOur dessert was the fire ice cream, which came on fire but didn't set my taste buds aflame with desire. It had a thicker than expected crust (more cream less dough, please!), yet this meant that it was more likely to have been made on the premises with love than carried from Superfresh with a conscience-less heart. \n\nI would definitely go back, as it is BYOB, decently priced food, plentiful portions, and everything seemed very much catered to any type customer." ]

[ 3, 3, 4, 4, 3, 4, 5, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "This delightful dining spot is perched at the very end of Stearns Wharf, with magnificent views of the islands bobbing in the sea a short distance away. Quite by chance, we chose the perfect time to dine here, and as a result we witnessed during the course of our meal both the sunset and the moonrise, followed shortly after by a light fog swallowing the coastline. With the sound of the incoming waves slapping against the pilings beneath us, it was the ideal setting for what was a flawless meal. It was late in the day and, having skipped lunch in favor of extensive sightseeing, we were ravenous, so we started with a bowl of creamy and delicately seasoned lobster bisque and a richly dense New England style clam chowder. We followed this by sharing a pound of steamed mussels, served in a white wine and garlic broth, every last drop of which was absorbed by crusty French Bread, and then splitting an order of calamari, sauteed in butter, garlic, white wine, and sun-dried tomatoes and served on a bed of linguini. Including tax and tip, we stuffed ourselves for only $17.00 each! The very nautical decor and bustling open-air kitchen add to your dining enjoyment. There's a long bar (where food is also served) that seats a couple of dozen, and a massive aquarium - with water pumped up from the ocean below - houses lobsters and crabs just brought in from the surrounding waters. Other waterfront spots in Santa Barbara easily will cost twice as much for a far less satisfying meal. If you're looking for seafood, this is THE place to eat while in town.", "I adore you Shellfish Company. I think that I've eaten here almost as many times as I've seen Ferris Bueller's Day Off. That's an extremely high number of times. Even a borderline sociopath like Ed Rooney would be unable to resist the shrimp tacos, and the steamed clams are good enough to heal Cameron Frye's feeling of imminent death. The chowder is the best in Santa Barbara. Eat here.", "Best spot on the wharf. A little dive spot, the picnic tables are great, but you cant have alcohol outside. Inside is a little dingy. Big tanks of fresh seafood, huge spider crabs to share get a little pricey. Great lobster tacos, and the ridgeback shrimp when they are in season are very good.", "A small little spot on Stears Wharf. Great ocean views from every seat. (The seats are at a bar type table that is against the window). WOW, the food was GREAT. They had wonderful crab cakes. The clam chowder was so interesting, with spices and TONS of clams. It was neat to watch the lobster and crabs being cooked right in front of you. Very fresh food... great service. It does get a bit crowded, since it is a real small place.. but it is well worth the wait.", "WOW! god i wish we had this in san diego but it wouldn't be as much fun without the 3 hour drive to eat at this seafood \"dive\" restaurant. i'll tell you how much we love this place we were there three weeks ago for a day trip and we went back just this weekend and stayed for saturday and sunday because i was having razorback shrimp withdrawals. \n\nwe've been going to the shellfish co. since our first visit to santa barbara 4 years ago and i dare you to find another place that has the freshest seafood without gouging your wallet. when i woke up sunday morning i barely touched my breakfast at the bath street inn because i was dreaming all week about the seafood. we had 1.5lbs of the razorback shrimp and a cup of the crab bisque for starters with two ice teas. when we were done peeling the shrimp we had the shrimp scampi (sauteed in white wine, garlic served on a bed of rice) and deep fried calamari, oysters and shimps with onion rings and their house slaw. we had all this amazing food for $30. plus you couldn't beat eating outside seeing the santa barbara mountains and shorelines from their newly added outdoor tables at the right side of the restaurant. \n\nnote: yes, its either you sit on bar stools inside or order to go and eat at the picnic tables but if you really want to take it all in. the wind, the smell of the ocean, the views, the constant attention from the seagulls, eat outside, cause they now have table service outside but be prepared to wait.", "I stumbled upon this shelfish shack last year when I was in town for July 4th weekend and immediately I was hooked. This place is small and located at the end of the pier, parking can be a problem sometimes, but I guess you can valet it up front or wait it out. When you walk in you cant help but notice the variety of sizes of fresh crabs and lobsters in the large aquarium tanks to your left with a guy behind the glass counter chopping and steaming them. I always order the spider crab special which starts off with a cup of clam chowder; absolutely the best Ive had thus far. They also serve a few shrimp dishes along with different lobster dishes as well, apparently lobster is available about 6 of my 10 visits. Overall you can try alot of different fresh shellfish without paying as much as you will other places offereing the same items in their menu. Now that I write about it ... I think Im going to go today ..", "Tanks filled with Crab and Lobster adorn this \"shack\" style eatery. \n\nA definite for seafood lovers. \n\nBeers along with the deep fried clams, calamari, and shrimp start the night off before hitting up some delicious crab.\n\nA must for the tourist, and there is a lot to see on this famous pier in the popular part of Santa Barbara.", "This is my all time favorite place for LOBSTER! It can't get any fresher than watching the cooks pull your live critter out of the water and cook it! It is so good, fresh and delicious! My husband always gets the crab which is also to die for! I have to eat there at least once whenever I'm in Santa Barbara! Definately worth making a trip out there for!", "I give this restaurant only 3 stars because the main dining room smelled like the bathroom. The cioppino, salty, and ceviche, bland. BUT I did like the location as well as Hubby's lobster dinner. I wish ordered it too but he was savoring every bite of it and hardly shared with me. We had an outside table next to the water, seagulls and pelicans in plain sight. It was very romantic. I had a good time nonetheless, and will make sure to order something else next time.\n\nThe neat thing is for those patrons that cannot wait for an outside table, they have a to-go window. Order the food and then take it to the nearby benches on the wharf. Very convenient.", "Let's be real: you will be bathed in a steamy, somewhat stinky, seafood fog as you traipse through the doors of SB Shellfish. That's the smell of actual seafood deliciousness, the kind that true aficionados seek and that Red Lobsters tuck carefully away from the masses. \n\nRachael Ray did an episode here once. Try the ceviche. In her words and mine: delish." ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 4, 5, 3, 5 ]

[ "Excellent service, delicious food, hearty portions and a pleasing environment... This place has it all. I took my two kids (5 and 12) for breakfast and they both gobbled up their meals! The smiley face pancake my 5 year old ordered put a huge smile on her face and the chocolate chip pancakes for my 12 year old were perfect! My eggs Benedict was cooked to perfection. The food came out quickly and the staff was very attentive to all of our needs. Will definitely be going back and recommending LePeep to all my friends and family. Thanks LePeep.", "We are always on the hunt for a great breakfast place that has a friendly staff and great food. Skillets and omelets are usually our go to choices and set our high water mark. All three were great. Beyond that and what truly impressed us is the most was the extensive gluten free breakfast menu We've ever seen, including French toast. We have a son that has celiac's, so choices are always appreciated. Finally The gluten free options are very high quality including taste and texture, thank you, thank you!", "I brought my wife and kids for breakfast - we all loved it! I haven't been to Le Peep since I was in Atlanta over 20 years ago and it's as good or better now, and I loved it then. The restaurant has a great feel and the food is still fantastic! If you want a go-to breakfast spot that will always over-deliver, Le Peep is it. Give it a try and you'll see why we love it so much.", "My wife, mother, daughter and I were very well treated and fed at your new Meridian location. We shared around all of our meals and each one tasted great, your biscuits and gravy excelled, I ordered a breakfast burrito that filled me up and was flavorful. My wife had to put most of her BLT in a take home because it was so large, made a great snack later. The omelet my mother ordered was yummy. The hand squeezed orange juice had to be the best that I have had. \nAs we live in Nampa please hurry and build one there!\nThanks for a great morning.", "Excited to have a great new breakfast spot in Boise! Le Peep raises the bar and distinguishes itself from the usual diners or bland chains. We really enjoyed the fresh fare, upscale menu and great service! The salmon benedict was incredible - delicious and a huge salmon portion for the very reasonable price point. We'll be back soon.", "Where to begin?? Everything about our visit was top notch! We were all impressed with the extensive breakfast menu and gluten free options. The food arrived quickly and perfectly prepared - every bite was beyond delicious and the portions are incredible. We couldn't believe we had found a place that had so much to offer - fabulous food and very reasonable prices. We can't wait to go back and try the lunch menu. The staff was very friendly and eager to please and the atmosphere is very family friendly and inviting. We found our new family favorite for sure!!", "Great breakfast choice this Saturday morning! Service was great and a nice addition to the valley!", "After being seated by the friendly hostess we looked over the menu and we were happy with the selection. \n\nAfter looking over the menu for 10+ minutes we realized we haven't been greeted by our server yet. We had to go out of our way to ask who our waitress would be.They must have had some sort of miscommunication because it wasn't even busy at all. One girl was sweeping, another wiping down tables and putting together silverware while we were hungry and confused on when we would get to order. Finally our waitress came which felt like an eternity. She was friendly and pleasant. \n\nHusband ordered the Eighteen Wheeler. His scrambled eggs, bacon, potatoes, and French toast were all awesome!! Also they brought his plate out way before mine and he was almost finished when they finally brought out my cold French toast.\n\nI ordered half stuffed French toast and half regular. Both cold. Also looks like they skimped on the portion size. I specified that I would pay the $7.99 stuffed price which is a dollar more but I received less total than the photo above of just stuffed French toast and you think that having half of regular French toast would be cheaper for them... So I'm not sure what happened there! Didn't care for the stuffed French toast, and didn't even try the regular french toast on my plate because it was too cold. \n\nMy husband gave me his french toast which was cooked better, and also warm. I really enjoyed it. If they cook their french toast like that every time I would be a happy camper. Mine was cold and was a completely different color than his it looked dry instead of moist and was a darker brown in color. Very inconsistent.\n\n\nStaff was all friendly, food was good but not consistent, atmosphere was clean and modern with a touch of Idaho art on the walls. Definitely need to work out some kinks and be more aware of their patrons time.", "Finally had a chance to see what was all fuss about lLe Peep. We went this past Friday for breakfast. The owners? were outside talking to vendors and did not even take a moment to say hello, ( I knew this was not going to go well for a restaurant that already had reviews of outstanding service ). We walked inside. It was neat, clean, updated motif. We stood there wondering if we should seat ourselves or wait. Several employees walked past us and didn't acknowledge us. Finally, the girl from the counter sat us. We commented to each other about the uniforms. There are several colors. Bright Pink, Green, and Blue and it is not clear why who wears what color and their role? It was clear that there is no uniform standard. Only one shirt was tucked in, there were no slip resistant shoes being worn, and the chewing gum and jewelry standard was non-existent. So moving on to the menu. Fairly good offering of breakfast and lunch. They claim a lot of the dishes are homemade and are created with care. We ordered the breakfast burrito and the tostada tango. The burrito choice of meat was chorizo. For those who don't know chorizo is a Mexican spicy sausage. There was some confusion with the wait staff as to who's table we belonged to and another table received another tablets order. The dinning room had six tables occupied with two guys at the counter. The food came and the presentation of the tostadas were beautiful. The salsa appeared to be homemade due to it being warm, but the salsas were from a can simply warmed and not freshly prepared. The burrito is huge. It is really a meal for two people. It is filled with lots of eggs and potatoes. Strangely, there was no chorizo. The sauce that the burrito is swimming in a pork green sauce. Good favor, but way too much and specially since it's not clear if the chorizo is the pork sauce or it's something else entirely. See pictures. For two people, 20 bucks, and that with both of us drinking water and sharing a 6oz freshly squeezed OJ. If Le Peep is know for it's service it called in sick when we were there. I may try the lunch to see if there's a different vibe, but Le Peep is not that savior of a breakfast / Lunch place that Meridian has been waiting for. Don't be fooled by the reviews. Check out their website. Anyone can be a franchisee. They have a 7 week course for training. Maybe a little more time spent on service and standard operating procedures won't hurt. Finally, check out the place yourself. With any restaurant, don't get caught in the aura. Check the floors and the edges and measure that with how the employees present themselves to the food on the table. All of it should be consistent. This chicken is crossing the road.", "The best breakfast in Boise. I travel to Boise frequently and have been looking for a go to place with all of the usual items (plus a few more) and reasonable prices.\n\nWith the opening of Le Peep I have finally found it. Great omelet cooked perfectly (not easy to do with an egg white omelet) and fluffy pancakes.\n\nI have not tried everything, but I will be back. \n\nThanks for opening in Boise." ]

[ 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 2, 3, 5 ]

[ "very pretty big place right by jackson square. walk in to big room, with probably 15 foot ceilings, tables nicely spaced. crowd mix of tourists and prom dates, lots of college aged youngsters very dressed up. decent, though expensive wine list. good was mixed, at a table for 6, i got three 3's for food, one 2 and one 5. i was the 2. gumbo was watering and had 2 shrimp, no other fleshy bits. duck rillettes looked like dog chow on industrial puff pastry. goat cheese crepes, on the other hand, were homemade and topped with a yummy crawfish sauce. other liked the redfish quite a bit and a double pork chop. service was rude and he was never around, pushing the score down.", "somewhere between quaint colonial and cutesy trendy, Muriel's still has an endearing old world New Orleans feel. so far the best meal we have had since being in town for a few days, though not without some gaps.\n\nservice started out a bit slow and stiff, but when our waitress let her hair down it turned out to be thoroughly delightful evening -- with her giving us great tips on out-of-the-way jazz clubs and sharing her experience about moving back to NO post-K.\n\nthe only disappointing dish was the Crawfish and Goat Cheese Crepes, which were bland beyond belief and on the heavy dough side of things.\n\nthe main courses were outstanding -- huge pork chop and gargantuan Filet Mignon both were succulent and grilled to near perfection. The pecan sweet potatoes were as good as I have had, and the greens has just the right amount of vinegary tang.\n\nthe Strawberry Cobler in iron skillet with local strawberries was mouth watering and totally satisfying, and the Bread Pudding was substantial without feeling heavy with a wonderful glaze sauce.", "The menu sounded really delicious. This was our last dinner in New Orleans so we wanted to splurge on a fancy dinner. It turned out to be a hilarious experience. The greeter at the door was this preppy southern boy who was a little too hoity toity. It was quite busy and we were given the option to wait or be seated in the outside patio. When we were shown the patio, we expected something nice, but just saw a bare-bones series of wrought-iron garden tables and chairs isolated from the main dining rooms. We worked hard to suppress our laughter and waited. Luckily it was a quick wait. \nIt wasn't too much of a splurge-the prices were still pretty reasonable for several courses-$28.95. The gumbo appetizer was disappointing. The shrimp was mushy soft, taste too smoky and just a little on the bland side. The St. Ann Chicken was tasty, but I couldn't finish it. I tried my friend's BBQ shrimp and that was delicious-really crunchy, jumbo-sized and quite spicy actually. The creme brulee made me feel a little ill, but others in my party were fine so maybe it was just me. The portions were small, but it is a fancy restaurant.\nThe service was excellent as expected at a nice restaurant. It was a formal dining experience and we had like two waiters service us at the table. The waiters were nice and very polite, very impecable. It was beautiful inside-all sorts of antiques to look at and felt like we were eating at a grand ballroom. Most of the people there were dressed semi-formally, prep-school style, but there were casual diners as well. Thank God we weren't the only ones in that category. Overall, the experience was good, but the food could have been better.", "Went here for the Sunday Jazz Brunch. I have to second the review about the greeter at the front door. He looked about 12 and pretty snooty, but it was rather amusing. We were a few minutes early, and were shown to a nice bar area in the back to wait until our table was ready\n\nThe goat cheese crepes were great, and the musical trio going from room-to-room made this a pleasant brunch, albeit perhaps not the most remarkable ever. If you're looking for a reasonably nice brunch near Jackson square, I think this fits the bill nicely.\n\n( And while some of the wait staff looked as though they were a bit too good for us, most were very welcoming.)", "One word: Creme Brulee French Toast! Oh wait.. that's four... bother. Anyway, that's what I had at the Sunday Jazz Brunch, along with 2 excellent Bloody Mary's and one fine bowl of gumbo. I was there with Kelleye B. and I agree with her about the little boy guarding the front door and the trio of musicians. It was a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning. As for the French Toast... it is exactly as you think it is. Gotta make some here at home. I also got some of Kel's goat cheese crepes which were fantastic as well. \n\nVery pretty restaurant and an excellent location. I used opentable.com to make the reservations about a week in advance, but only because I didn't want to call long distance from CA.", "I've been here for private parties, dinners and Sunday Jazz Brunch more than a dozen times. (not exaggerating) I have tried everything on the menu and I promise you...for the over all experience, this place is great. \nWe always take our out of town guests here either for dinner or Brunch. \n\nBrunch is great- we live in downtown so we walk with our friends/family to Muriel's.. so we never have to fight for parking whether its game day or Mardi Gras. We walk our guests through Jackson Square and take pics and Muriel's location is perfect and centralized, we don't even mind a 15 min. wait because there's plenty to entertain ourselves with as you wait to be seated. \nSunday Brunch:\nWe RSVP ahead of time now, and I always start off with the turtle soup or gumbo. My husband cannot resist the Shrimp and Goat cheese crepes. Mimosa's are refreshing. They have absinthe, too!! I love absinthe, but normally on Sunday... I'm still hurting from Sat nite/early Sun. morning, if you know what I mean.\nTheir menu is extensive... eggs, eggs and all different style of eggs. \nThere's others too, puppy drum, pork chops, hamburgers, French toast (goooood stuff), etc. \nI don't like it when you tell your waiter you want water and they ask you if you want 'Sparkling, still or TAP'.... so decide on your water order now. :P\n\nService - always great but the best part is the Joe Simon's Jazz Trio band. The man who sings all the time ...sings and chews gum at the same time. Impressive. Tip them, they deserve it. Great music as you sit by a window with your guests enjoying your French Quarter view and horse carriages outside.\nThe building have a great story behind it. Ask if there's a private party upstairs. If not, go upstairs. They have a Seance room where there's supposedly a creepy ghost or two who lurks around. Booooooo..\nIts nice to take pics up there and go out to the balcony... great view of Jackson Square for pics as well. Your guests will love it!\nTab. its normally about $25-$35bucks a person for brunch, but heck, they're your guests so you don't do this to often. Hopefully :)", "Oh Muriels, how do I love thee.......\n\nSo everyone orders their tuna medium or medium rare, right? I'm weird and I love my fish either well done or just raw. I ordered the tuna to be cooked well done...and it was soooooooo good. the risotto was sweet and creamy with salty bit of prosciutto.....dude--where have you been all my life?? The decor is old french quarter like and the story has it that the place is haunted. while we waited to be seated, we went upstairs to the supposedly haunted room where someone was murdered. It was dark, red, velvety and just an eerie type of room. It was great! Service was phenomenal as expected and food was good. My party of 7 all enjoyed their food and experience at Muriel's. You will too!", "So I have finally come to accept that my favorite restaurant that I DON\"T eat at enough is Muriel's. I've been countless times over the last couple of years and have never had a single bad dish; I have had several delicious ones though. On a business dinner last week, we made reservations on a nice, warm May afternoon for a group of three. I have always LOVED their crawfish and goat cheese crepes - just phenomenal - and got one as for my app as did another at the table. We raved over the crepes! Not to be outdone by the apps, the entree, which was one of the day's specials, was a fabulously seasoned loin of lamb, with grilled veggies over wilted arugula. We shared a couple of bottles of the 2005 (or 06) Earthquake Zinfandel which was the second best bottle of wine I have had this year. Being from the appellation, I knew it would be big, but it was the sweetness along with that boldness that stood up well the both crepes and the lamb. It was a really great meal.\n\n\nMuriel's also has a fabulous interior with private rooms as well as a red velvet room upstairs for waiting and/or socializing. Located next to Jackson Square is real easy to go to and is a great place to go.", "I went to Muriel's during a visit last year and loved the interior of this restaurant. It is in the most amazing building. The courtyard was my favorite space. I had the best scallops (although there were only four of them) and they had some fabulous bloody mary's. There weren't the best ever, but I like them enough to have three of them! And finally, there was the bread pudding. I decided to test taste all of the bread puddings in NO, and this place didn't let me down. The pudding was warm and crusty on top with some great rum sauce. I wouldn't go just for the bread pudding though, I would definitely go for the ambiance!", "Was recommended by a family friend who lives in New Orleans.\n\nCelebrated a 21st birthday on a Friday night, unfortunately there was a private party in the \"voodoo-room\" on the 2nd floor so I didn't get to see it.\n\nI personally had the Prix-Fix meal's Seafood Gumbo, Double Cut Pork Chop and Bread Pudding. Everything was good, especially the porkkkkk, excluding the Bread Pudding, which was just okay.\n\nWaitress advised that we steer clear of the Seafood Cakes, and the Tagliatelle. My cousin and Aunt ordered the pan roasted chicken, which was nothing special, so they were dissapointed. If they gave the review it'd be a two, but I guess I'd just recommend to skip the chicken/pasta.\n\n-Me" ]

[ 2, 4, 3, 4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Since everyone know's how a jack in the box is like (fast food, burgers, fried stuffs, etc) i just want to reiterate how great 24 hour drive thrus are!!! \n\nand friendly service who love to give me extra sauce and goods!", "J-bo's, the best place to get drunk food after a night in IV. It is also the hardest, seeing as you have to have a DD to get there (if you don't feel like dying). The service here is great, and, unlike many a college-town restaurant, they don't charge extra for more ranch or \"house special\" sauce. I hate it when places do that.\n\nGood job J-bo's; fattening up the country, one college kid at a time.", "When I was getting my nails did in walking distance at Famous Nails yesterday the ladies that were working got a snack at Jack's... totally brought back memories from when I used to have the munchies and was at FT (Fuck Towers now Santa Catalina Dorms) or when I was filling up my gas next door at Chevron and skipped over for a Spicy Chicken Sando (those are the best!).\n\nHot, quick and greasy... what more could one ask for (question mark).", "The coupons that come in the mail make us want to indulge in greasy fast food from Jack in the Box. Nothing too special, your typical fatty foods. \n\nI never leave this place without curly fries. That's probably the only thing I get here. \n\nDenver breakfast bowl is pretty good...with a coupon. Jack's spicy chicken sandwich is always a safe choice.", "Yeah not much to say about since its a typical fast food joint that has a pretty big variety. We've all seen the commercials...\n\nThe only thing I really have to say about this location is be careful when going through the drivethru at night. It happens every time I go. They always forget something in my order. Usually its just an item or some sauces that we asked for that they forgot to put in. Other times they give just one ketchup packet for a large order. We've had whole meals missing. Instead of a large curly fries we've gotten a small order of regular fries before. I think the worst one ever was a jumbo jack with cheese, but there was no meat patty. (some how jumbo jack with cheese was turned into a grilled cheese) Yeah that one sucked because we checked the bag before leaving.", "The drive-thru employees suck!!! THey have the audacity to try and tell you how to order food, however, they constantly interrupt you as you order.", "Pretty darn disappointed with JITB today. I went and ordered 2 number 8's with curly fires and a number 15 chicken bowl. The guy at the window asked if I wanted catsup, to which I replied yes however I ended up with a bag full of hot sauce. I had to ask for two more straws. I get home and find that they did not give my me curly fires, and no sauce for the egg roll. My bacon potato wedges had a TINY bit of cheese on them. \n\nSeems like they were training someone new and he did a terrible job on my order. When I called to complain and they suggested I come back to get a cash refund when I had paid with a credit card. Annoying and inconvenient.\n\nThe only saving grace was my chicken bowl. It was quite tasty.\n\nI don't expect much from a fast food joint, but I expect them to do their job and get my order right. Thats not much to ask right?", "If I could give it a zero, I would. I order a plain hamburger, and realized they put bacon in it (which I am allergic to and unable to eat) after two bites. When I went back to the drive-through window to complain (didn't realize the actual restaurant was open--it was almost 2 after all...), the guy took back the burger, said nothing, and disappeared. After 2 minutes of awkwardly making conversation with the next people in line in their car, he came back and rudely told me I had to go inside to get my food. Which I did. And still did not get an apology.\n\nI refuse to go back there after that ordeal, which is a shame, because it's nice to have a variety of places to go to after DT. Guess Freebirds it is!", "I've only came here on desperate late night munchies or just grabbing a quick bite to eat with friends. \n\nWindow service is a hit or miss because they do mess up an orders frequently but it is what it is.", "the people who work here are incompetent beyond belief. they constantly get orders wrong and never in a good way (such as giving you an extra burger or fries you didnt order). the last straw for me was two days ago when they not only gave me the wrong burger when i only ordered two items but gave me the worst case of food poisoning i've ever had. needless to say i reported them to public health and would warn everyone to stay away from this place. if someone reported them to corporate i'm sure they would shut them down or change management." ]

[ 3, 3, 3, 3, 3, 1, 2, 1, 2, 1 ]

[ "il posto is a lovely, simple, clean, unexpected little cafe/ coffee shop on dryades between valence & cadiz. the owner, madison, spent 10 years managing a cafe in new york city, and you can find her there preparing food, chatting with customers, bussing tables, and working the register.\n\nthe atmosphere is simple, clean and easy going. it's sort of a blend of a coffee shop and a cafe. There are plenty of high quality, thoughtful, fresh, delicious food selections, but in the laid back context you'd find at a coffee shop. \n\nthe salads remind me of something that one would eat at an outdoor piazza in florence or the tuscan countryside. not sure if she's still making them, but the crostinis are to die for. \n\nBYOB $5 corkage\n\nthis neighborhood treasure is worthy of a visit day or night. i could sit and have a latte bowl there for hours. did i mention she also plays lovely music? \n\nbefore they opened a couple months ago, these were the hours they advertised (not sure if they've changed):\n\nTuesday-Thursday 7am-9pm\nFriday 7am-10pm\nSaturday 8am-10pm\nSunday 8am-8pm\nMonday CLOSED", "I've enjoyed several lunches at Il Posto and plan on making it a part of my restaurant rotation. The paninis are delicious and the majority are vegetarian. \n\nThe place is totally refreshing and way cute. We need more places like this in New Orleans for sure.", "Closed Monday. Tucked in a residential part of Uptown neighborhood (Freret section). Unpretentious décor. Gourmet Italian sandwiches, cheeses, salads, panini, at a moderate price. Great wines and limonade. Owner/chef from NOLA to Milan to Gramercy Park, Manhattan, to NOLA.", "Tucked away on Dryades, uptown, this place is freaking cute as a button. The staff greeted us and proved very friendly. We had a late dinner of panini and salad. 10 bucks for a sandwich? Well, fresh mozzarella, pesto, and ripe tomatoes is worth it, plus you get a decent fresh ensalada too. Fresh is key here. I would have liked a bit more prosciutto on my sandwich to balance the cheese, but otherwise, delicious and great atmosphere.", "Il Posto is a great alternative to a typical heavy NOLA lunch. Light sandwiches, soups, and salads are the main event. Although the pastries are pretty tempting. Breakfast items are limited to bagels, hard boiled eggs, and occasionally quiche. GREAT environment.", "Awesome food, good music and reasonably priced.. There's nothing wrong with that! Don't miss out on the baked goods!", "I have enjoyed quite a few lunches at Il Posto, but I always wind up ordering the same thing. The salad that they place on the side of the sandwiches are super. I truly enjoy the lemon-y and ligt dressing. They have really great homemade lemonade; so far only to be rivaled by Juan's Flying Burrito. I wish that the prices were a little less expensive for the food, but sometimes Il Posto is the only thing that will suffice.", "Wandering in Uptown, just happened upon Il Posto Cafe one evening. Nice atmospheric place. After several days of eating heavy fare while in town, I was pleased to have the chance to have a light meal. Enjoyed a bresoala salad and bruschetta - a lot of tomatoes to be sure. Enjoyed a beer (sparse selection) to wash it down. Very pleased to have found Il Posto.", "Only place I've been to in New Orleans where I'm actually inclined to order a salad. The beet and walnut salad is great- huge chunks of gorgonzola. \n\nThis place does well with cheese, and what's really special here is the Adventure grilled cheese, which takes that kick-ass gorgonzola and presses it with walnuts and honey between fontina. \n\nIt's got a casually sophisticated (but unpretentious), beautifully-lit interior on a quiet, mostly residential street. Good place to read, good place for conversation, etc. And the people who work here are always cool. Lately, they've been playing a strange mix tape that alternates between New Orleans jazz and Joni Mitchell. Joni always goes well with a book and a cafe.\n\nThis is definitely a more urban spot that doesn't fit in with the usual New Orleans mode, and frankly, as blasphemous as it may sound, a respite from crawfish and po boys can be realllly welcome sometimes.", "Tops for food that won't necessarily decrease your life expectancy in new orleans, along with St. James. Paninis, salads very nice, great coffee. Actually, hold up, there are a few items in the might shave a few years off your life such as the handmade oreos, and the hazelnut bruschetta mmm. By the way, if you visit campusmenus.com, this place has some coupons. I got the bruschetta free with my panini...paninus?? panino??? (is panini singular?) using the coupon." ]

[ 5, 4, 5, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "This is a trendy, contemporary style sports bar that just opened in March 2013. NOTE: it is INSIDE of the Marriott! This place would be slammin' if it wasn't inside of a hotel. It's got a super clean, modern design, the food is very good, the prices aren't too bad, and they have a very good happy hour - $3 16 oz drafts, $5 select apps. The service is top notch as well since its inside of a hotel. There is plenty of seating, but they could stand to put a few more TVs. The main viewing area is pretty awesome though. Will be back for sure!", "Stopped on the way to the airport...Cool place! Great food! Ben (our waiter) was the BEST!", "Typical food selection. Service is great and happy hour even better. $3 drafts. Who can pass that up.", "Man. This place is nice. The bartender was awesome. Try the burger. It's fresh with all local ingredients. The plates of food I saw come out looked amazing as well. \n\nThe beer is cold. The drinks are mixed perfectly. This is not a chain restaurant but a dedicated local place with good employees.", "It's a hotel bar! This is a good place to chill a lot of local beers and the staff is very friendly as if they have to \" work\" for tips. Would recommend but not if you are a vacationer trying to understand the area!", "Very nice restaurant for being connected to a hotel. Great selection of food and great quality and tasty. I've had the burger that was good. Fish tacos are really good. Decent beer selection and good place to watch a game.", "I stayed at the attached Marriott hotel during a union conference and, therefore, spent a lot of time at Champions when I didn't want to catch a cab or shuttle downtown.\n\nThe place is very sleek, very modern, with lots of various seating options. Traditional tables, lounging chairs next to knee-high tables, a long, windy bar, tall bar tables, and small two person booths that line the walls, each with a TV in-set in the wall directly next to them.\n\nThe main viewing area looks like a Man Cave TV Viewing Spot on steroids, with a massive TV, lounge-style chairs, and some low tables.\n\nI caught a Raiders game here on a Thursday, and enjoyed a non-stop stream of perfectly poured Stella (on draft), as well as some amazing pretzel sticks (with, of course, an outstanding beer-cheese dip).\n\nMy group ate lunch and dinner here a number of times. I sampled a wide selection of items, including burgers, nachos, chicken sandwiches, ribs, and a great bone-in rib-eye steak, which was cooked perfectly.\n\nThe prices were a little high, but you're at an upscale sports bar attached to an airport business hotel. That's what you get. \n\nBut on the flip side, every night I spent time here (three out of four of them, in fact), I got into great conversations with random people, some from in-town, some from out. The environment seems to naturally gravitate towards being conversational. I honestly didn't feel like I was attached to a hotel while spending time here. I felt more like being in a (nicely) dim, attractive club, with a lot of very friendly people, and on the ball wait staff.", "African American Guy at the reception/out front looks me up and down and asks me sarcastically, if i am coming back again...\n\nWTF was that about???\n\nAre you really trying that hard to be trendy and upscale in Nashville,TN???\n\nTo give you a background -\n\nI had just stopped by to grab a beer on my way back from the gym and so I was casually dressed...\n\nI am a platinum elite member and have given them thousands of dollars of business every year and just because I walk into your \"elite bar\" in a hoodie and shorts, i am judged??\n\nShame on you! Get real folks....", "We ate at Champions twice while staying at the Marriott. Everything we ate was delicious and attractively presented. Our servers for both dinners were excellent. The appetizer we ordered (spicy chicken fingers with waffle fries) arrived about ten minutes before the entrees. I didn't sample these but my husband and son loved them. I ordered the sesame chicken salad with Asian dressing which I liked so well, I got it both nights. My husband got the club sandwich and the cheeseburger with Benton's smoked bacon, which is fabulous (I tried a bite). My son got the dragon wings both nights. Decor is typical for a sports bar but the food is much better than your typical bar food. It isn't too noisy which is nice. We will return, next time we stay at this Marriott.", "We were traveling from St. Louis to Goose Creek, SC and traffic was extremely bad on the highway we were on, so we decided to get food in Nashville and used Yelp to scope out a nearby restaurant.\n\nWe got here at 11pm, right as they were changing the menu to their late night selection. Having been in the car for hours, we were very casually dressed with messy hair and makeup - no one seemed to care or treated us differently because we were not up to par with the other diners.\n\nJeff was our server and he was great - never had to ask for water refills and he was very casual and talkative which made us feel comfortable. \n\nWe both ordered the bacon cheeseburger. The size of the burger was incredible - neither of us finished it - but the smoky flavor of the bacon and the aged cheddar were just amazing. The burger was cooked perfectly. The fries were yummy and tasted fresh. For $13, it was well worth it." ]

[ 4, 5, 5, 5, 3, 5, 5, 1, 4, 5 ]

[ "My local friend recommended this place and it is now my most favorite casual seafood place in the New Orleans area. Although Fisherman's Cove is the main signage (and the seafood market part of the building) the actual dining area is called Harbor Cafe, but anyway - the raw oysters, boiled shrimp and crawfish we had were as good as I have had in many a year. (the oysters were plump and DELICIOUS!) The place was full at 3 pm on a Monday and everyone was hugely enjoying their food. Very Moderate prices ,, and for the quality of the food, this is a can't beat place - after all it does share a building with a seafood market. If you love seafood and casual dining ,, go here ,, you'll have this marked on your favorites place in no time (parking is kind of tight but you can find somewhere without too much difficulty)", "So we heard this place was the best place to get raw oysters. Hearing that they get crowded, we headed over there and waited in front of the restaurant until they opened at 11am. Who eats raw oysters at 11am? I guess we do! We ordered 11 dozen for about 9 of us and we killed it all. The oysters were fresh and sweet. With a little lemon, cocktail sauce and a dash of tabasco, the oysters just melts in your mouth.\n\nI also tried a little bit of charbroiled alligator. Tastes like chicken!\n\nThe restaurant is fairly small and it did start to get crowded during lunch. The wait staff was nice. It wasn't the cleanest restaurant, but who cares when their oysters are delish!", "This place is a must when leaving or returning from MSY. It's places like these that make you want to move back to the craphole that the greater New Orleans area is. You can't beat the affordability of the seafood as well as the quality. We had raw oysters, a few crabs, a poboy, and blackened alligator. It was all fabulous. It's a hole in the wall place that is next to a fresh seafood market. The decor and ambiance is lacking, but that's not what you are there for. The bathroom is cramped and stinky, try to avoid. The service was fine.\n I'll be stopping by this place to/from the airport from now on.", "For oysters, this is the place. When we have a hankering for a few dozen, we could stumble out the door, hop on a bike and be eating raw oysters within a few minutes...but that is never what we do....the one thing that gets me in the car for a ride to the suburbs id The Harbor. I drive to Kenner for their oysters and am always in heaven.\n\nOrdering is always the same...A few dozen at $6 a plate...half the going rate in the quarter is the way to go, and they get no fresher than these anywhere, \n\nAbita comes in pitchers with an iced capsule in the center to keep it cold (not like we leave the beer sitting out so long, but it's a nice touch). The beer is cheap.\n\nFried seafood appetizer platter with batter fried crawfish, squid, mini crab claws, mushrooms and onion rings...bar none, the best fried platter in the city.\n\nAn extra order of fried pickles. In some ways not necessary, as we have ordered way too much food...in some ways very necessary because they are fried pickles. Extra sauce with that.\n\nThe total bill is nothing, half the price of the Quarter, and overall, better than any oyster place around. Yeah, I destroy the ozone driving to the suburbs for oysters...I recommend you do too. Conveniently located near the airport...when your friend picks you up, he ought to take you there first thing...and last thing on your way out.", "The oysters here are what we came for and what we got was nothing but SATISFACTION. This is the place to satisfy your fresh oyster cravings. Next time i come to New Orleans...i will definately be stopping by again. \n\nMake sure you tip the Shuckers. Those guys are awesome at cracking a dozen oysters in 30 seconds.", "Harbor Seafood is a good bet if you're near the airport. It was the first meal I had in New Orleans when i went back for a visit recently, and those oysters on the half shell and the thick gumbo hit the spot after several months in the Midwest.", "I believe there is no where else I can get the yummiest OYSTER PO'BOY in the world! I swear!!! There are a lot of imitations, but this is my favorite spot!!!\nIt's awesome also that you can get a cup of gumbo and a half po'boy....my brother tried the turtle soup and that was just spicy yum!!!\nAlso, when my parents used to visit me during my grad school days, they enjoyed the boiled basket that consisted of crawfish, shrimp, and crabs!\nAnd EVERYTHING is sooOOoOO affordable for the FRESH taste!!!\nThis spot is not really known to tourist....a classmate who was local actually introduced me to Harbor...but the spot is right down the road from the airport, so just make sure you stop by before you hop on your plane!!! ;)", "Harbor Seafood is a \"local\" place in Kenner (near my friend's house) that's finger licking good! \n \nI enjoyed alligator (fried & blackened), buffalo frog legs, crawfish etoufee (settled for this instead of whole crawfish since it's not crawfish season), seafood gumbo, and oysters (a dozen for $6!!!). Before Katrina, they were $3 for a dozen. What a shame. Katrina has affected NOLA in every way possible.\n \nThe blackened gator meat was so good! It tasted like tender chicken, but juicier and fattier. I pretty much tried everything adventurous on their menu except the turtle soup, which I've had before in China.\n \nA word to the wise: show up early because this joint gets PACKED!\n \nI really like how their parking lots has oyster shells as its pavement.", "This place is fantastic. Just minutes from the MSY airport, the place is local, small, casual, and has great food! I went there while in town on a layover with a co-worker and the food was fantastic! On Mon., Tues., and Wed. they have $0.25 oysters. I ordered a 1/2 dozen as an appetizer and they were some of the best oysters I've had. They were just the right temperature, a little salty, and shucked to perfection! Be prepared for a wait to get the oysters though. Everyone seems to order them and it takes the guys in the back some time to shuck 'em and get them to you.\n\nI also had a cip of seafood gumbo as an appetizer and it was good too. Not quite as spicy as I would have liked, but good anyways. For the main entree I had blackened Amberjack. It was awesome! The fish was cooked to perfection, moist and flakey, not overdone by any means. Just perfect! The blackening spice was great, not to overdone, but enough to make the fish taste great. Sides were a salad and the cajun potatoes. All tasted great!\n\nI would recommend this place to anyone who wants great, fresh seafood and good service!", "We went here after I read it was a fun local spot close to the airport. It did not disappoint! Fresh seafood and sandwiches in a diner atmosphere. Pitchers of beer for only $7. Waitstaff are friendly and efficient. \n\nThis was a great find." ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 4 ]

[ "Taqueria del Sol is a new local outpost of the Atlanta based Southern-TexMex restaurant. It opened this Monday and tonight was our first visit. This location is on Welsh Road and was formerly a Baja Fresh. The restaurant is casual. You walk in and place your order at the counter and the food is brought to you at your table. The staff was friendly and greeted us warmly. The restaurant has a bar serving tequilas, beer, wine etc. You can eat at the bar and watch television on two flat screens or sit in the dining area. The menu was simple and allows you to create your own plate and order a la carte. They also have weekly lunch and dinner specials, we tried the shrimp and grits special entree which was amazing. We also ordered a brisket enchilada with salsa frita, a roasted chicken enchilada with lemon cream sauce, a fried chicken taco, two brisket tacos, a fish taco and chips with cheese dip. On the side we ordered mexican rice, charros beans, and rice/bean combo. The food was all good, creative and reasonably priced.", "I am so happy that one of my favorite Atlanta restaurants had opened a new place in the Philadelphia area. Taqueria del Sol is not authentic mexican, but is absolutely delicious in its own right. I typically order a house margarita, a fish taco, a fried chicken taco, and queso to share. The fish taco is a piece of lightly breaded and fried fish with jalapeños and a poblano tartar sauce in a white tortilla. The fried chicken taco is a piece of fried chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, and a lime jalapeño mayonnaise on a white tortilla. Both are quite good and full of flavor, despite sounding simple. The queso is full of jalapeños, but is really too much for just one person. All are very reasonably priced - less than $2.50 per taco. I haven't found a fish taco that I like better anywhere. \n\nThe service is very fast (order at the counter, they bring the food to you once you sit down) and the staff is friendly. A head's up - the sodas are served in the can, but the bar is plentiful and water and iced tea are easy to come by (after all, the restaurant started in Georgia). \n\nThe Willow Grove restaurant lived up to the same quality as the Decatur, GA and Cheshire Bridge restaurants - which made the hour drive very worth it.\n\nHighly recommend!", "This place was bad... so bad I finally broke down to create an account to write the review. I now have no excuse to avoid future reviews, which is the only positive from this experience.\n\nUnfortunately the worst part starts with the food, and it is not even reasonable since 2 enchiladas will run you almost $7, no drink included. Chips, rice, and beans are all extra. The ingredients are not fresh or tasty. Everything is bland and completely lacks color. The cheese quesadilla for my son was a flour tortilla and some greasy cheese not completely melted - that's it. My wife got the chicken enchiladas with lemon cheese sauce. They were too small for a meal - at $7 remember - and the chicken was dry with the cheese un-melted in the middle. The chicken was dry and it was overcome by the sauce which was rich and very lemony. I got the Memphis taco which was just ok.\n\nSo, the next part to address is the location described as sleek, casual, and open. How about bare, cold, and worn. The place is stark white with absolutely no color. The tables look like hand-me-downs from a previous location since they were nicked and scratched all over.\n\nPlease do not waste your time or money on this place. There are lots of other great options in the area. The Cosi just a few doors down is a way better option.", "Not feeling this place! I was so excited about this place opening in Philly area! The place has NO atmosphere at all! It is all the same colors and is very boring! You couldn't tell who was an employee and who was a customer! They had no T-shirts or anything! The line was long, because they only have 1 register, no menu board on the wall or anything. Place is very cheap though with their prices so I will give em that! They don't even have a fountain soda machine, or an ice machine. The food all tasted the same! Really bland and flavorless! I asked for extra salsa, and they said I had to pay for it! Really? How do you sell a HUGE basket of chips, and give 1 small 3 oz cup of salsa? Also when I went, they had no sign so I blew by the place! Don't open unless your ready to open, and obviously this place isn't ready! I can't see this here for more than a year or so!", "I just popped into the latest casual spot in the Willow Grove area, Taqueria Del Sol. I have to say, I didn't read the Yelp reviews before going, and it's probably a good thing, because looking at my fellow reviewers, it seems they had an experience different than my own.\n\nI came in just a few minutes before closing, and even still, the staff was very friendly. I ordered three different tacos to go, a fried chicken taco, a \"Memphis\" taco, and a fish taco. A friendly gentleman who I assumed to be the manager offered me a complimentary frozen margarita while I waited, which was unexpectedly good. Not the greatest margarita, but then, we're in a fast casual restaurant and my expectations for the quality of the alcoholic beverages were low, but this margarita was quite good. Easily on the level of something you'd find in a full sit down tex-mex restaurant, if not better. Again, let me reiterate, this was minutes before closing so this kind of hospitality was unexpected, but welcome.\n\nBut, on to the most important topic, the food. The standout of the three tacos, by far, was the fish taco. Now, I'm a man who enjoys a good fish taco. I take yearly trips to Cancun and eat fish tacos religiously while there. And let me say, this was a quality fish taco. Fresh, tasty, with the right amount of spice. Nothing crazy, but a fish taco doesn't need to be crazy. It was just right.\n\nThe second runner up was the Memphis taco. Essentially a BBQ smoked pork sandwich in taco form, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect before I bit into it. What I got was exactly what was advertised: BBQ smoked pork in a taco. That's not a bad thing, because the pork was smoky and juicy and a little spicy with the jalapeno cole slaw, which also added some much-needed texture. Certainly not your standard taco, but still a quality item that I would order again.\n\nLastly was the fried chicken taco. Taqueria Del Sol advertises themselves as a fusion of Southern and Mexican cuisines, which I find to be just a fantastic idea, but I digress. Any Southern place worth it's salt does a good fried chicken. At least, that was my thought process behind ordering the fried chicken taco. Sadly, I was a little disappointed in this one. Ever tried a chicken snack wrap at McDonald's? It's pretty much that, but obviously higher quality. Now, this may be appealing to some folks, but I was hoping for a thick crusted southern-style salty fried chicken, and what I got was closer to a chicken finger in a tortilla. It wasn't \"bad,\" but it wasn't up to snuff compared to the other two and I likely would not order it again given the quality of the other menu items.\n\nI noticed some of the other reviewers note that the restaurant is pretty bare. Yes, it is. But I am not a man who gives a crap about ambiance, especially in a fast-casual setting. I want function over form. I want food to be fast and tasty, and I don't care if you feed it to me in a shack or a padded room so long as it's clean and has places to sit. Taqueria Del Sol fits my criteria, and so I didn't dock points for ambiance.\n\nPrices are good, not too cheap, not too expensive. I did not look at the drink prices (again, my drink was free) but that being said, I think it's important to note that while the Willow Grove area has an awesome selection of fast casual restaurants (Chipotle, Qdoba, Moe's, etc etc) none of them with the sole exception of Anthony's Coal Pizza or whatever the heck it's called serve alcohol, and none of them specialize in Southern or tacos (the other Mexican joints obviously serve tacos, but I would argue their specialty is burritos). Taqueria Del Sol fits a niche and from my, albeit limited, experience it fits it well.\n\nI will likely continue to eat there and if my opinion changes I'll be sure to keep you updated. In the meantime, I would recommend not being dissuaded by the other reviewers, unless of course you have some issues with white walls.", "I had to go to Petsmart today, so while I was there, thought I'd give this place a shot. I looked at the reviews before I went, so I knew this could go either way. \n\nIt did not go in the right way. When I walked into the restaurant, I was immediately greeted and handed a menu. I guess it was the manager? Who knows. He asked if I was dining in or taking out, and since I was taking out, directed me to the bar to place my order and \"skip the line\" (how nice). I stepped up to the bar, placed my menu down, and did that awkward half-sit/half-stand thing people do while waiting for food at the bar. Miss \"bartender\" came over to take my order and took the menu and straightened it out for the invisible person fully sitting in the barstool. When I took it back and said I was still deciding, she dropped her pen and paper and walked away. Once I decided on my order, I had to stop her cocaine-induced-like pacing behind the bar to take my order. I only got the tacos out of my mouth before she asked for my name and walked away. Good thing I didn't have my heart set on the side dish I was going to order since I wasn't given the option to continue on. No chance to even consider a drink, either. \n\nWhile I half-sat/half-stood, the bartender placed napkin wrapped silverware on the now-straightened-again menu. When I reminded her I was taking my order to go, she told me the silverware \"wasn't for [me], someone is sitting there.\" Clearly, the \"someone\" she was speaking of couldn't sit at any of the other bar stools, of which ONE was occupied. Luckily my food came quickly so I could leave the hostile/cold atmosphere. \n\nMy 3 tacos? Meh. I'm always on the quest for the best carnitas and fish tacos. So I ordered 1 carnitas taco, 1 fish taco and 1 memphis taco, for something different. Obviously, they cook their pork for all pork products together then throw some sauce on top and give it a new name. The memphis had an ok bbq flavor, but I will remember it as the one that left grease all over the bag and my desk. The carnitas had absolutely no flavor. I don't know how you can put a salsa or sauce or whatever it was on there and still have no flavor, but they managed to do it. The fish taco? Double meh. I'm a fan of spicy foods, but this was exactly how the menu described it. And not in a good way. 2 strips of fish, dusted in corn flour and fried, topped with tartar and pickled jalapenos. I don't know who needs 10 pieces of jalapeno per taco, but definitely not me. \n\nFor the price, I have no hesitation to stick with my Qdoba carnitas. Even if their line servers seem disinterested and too quick for their own good, I still get everything I want to order and 11th one is free!", "I lived in Atlanta for a number of years, and Taqueria del Sol was always one of my favorite casual dining places. When I found out they had started franchising and that one opened in Willow Grove, I was pretty excited.\n\nEverything pretty much tastes the way it did back in Atlanta. Unique, \"fusion\" tacos--brisket, fried chicken, carnitas, memphis chopped pork--and great chips and queso really hits the spot for me.\n\nI don't understand the other poor reviews here. Not sure what they were expecting, but I will be back when I need some good comfort food.", "Two of us had tacos (memphis, fish, carnita), the green pork chili, guac, and the salsa combo. Staff was cheerful and our order arrived quickly. Food was good bordering on excellent; better than many higher-priced Mexican eateries in the area. Prices are low, everything's a la carte except chips (which were warm - yum!), and portions smallish; a tapas-ish experience. We were sufficiently impressed that we ordered more (brisket taco, beef red chili) and ate it all. \n\nI'm a bit surprised by the 1-star reviews. This isn't fast food, and it isn't high-end dining either; it's cost-effective gourmet Mexican, meaning that you get a heap of flavor for your money. My palate is still singing from the pork green chili; I'll definitely order that next time.\n\nA bit of advice - get the salsa combo and use it to spice the tacos to your taste. The chipotle salsa in particular is really pleasant.", "Meh is all I can say for TDS. The restaurant itself is just cold.... not literally, but figuratively. There was no decor, no menu boards, stainless steel prep tables as dining tables, no soda machines, staff EVERYWHERE with no identification (shirts, nametags, etc). The food is reasonably priced and most of it was quite good, but what really irked my party was the fact that they charge for extra salsa!!! We ordered a salsa trio (which included 3 samples of the various salsas, in 2oz glass prep bowls), and when my brother asked for more salsa for his tacos (mind you, we ordered one of ever taco, three burritos and guacamole), he was told he'd have to buy the trio again! Really!!??? We spent over $40 on food, drinks and apps, too. Even though the food was decent, I wouldn't return as the atmosphere is just blah and you can't get extra salsa for your damn tacos!", "I came here with a large group the day after Thanksgiving for lunch and we were underwhelmed, disappointed, and annoyed by the poor service. Oh, and the food was overpriced and forgettable.\n\nWe showed up with ten people, so you'd think a recently newly-opened restaurant would welcome a large party. Instead, the woman taking the order at the register was rude, impatient, and unfriendly. The manager seemed annoyed that we wanted to push a couple tables together so we could sit next to each other. When I asked someone behind the counter for a spoon (for my two-year-old daughter), he grumbled and reluctantly handed one over to me,\n\nThe food itself overpriced. Chips were extra. You had to pay for salsa. Tacos were not too expensive, but if you ordered two or three, you got to about the same price as a Baja Fresh or Chipotle, so it was actually more expensive given that chips or salsa were considered \"extras.\" The menu itself was short and a big strange: the only chicken option was breaded and fried. And when we asked, the staff person confirmed that they used a trans fat oil to fry the chips and the chicken. They said that since they weren't in Philadelphia they didn't need to comply with rules to use trans-fat free oils, as if that was a good thing.\n\nSo no, I won't be going back to this place. Poor service, bad pricing, and weak food aren't an winning combination. With better options at Qdoba and Chipotle nearby, I'll be surprised if this restaurant is still here in a year or so." ]

[ 4, 5, 1, 1, 4, 1, 5, 4, 2, 1 ]

[ "Happened in on this place on their opening day and it was only when the owner said hello to my friends and me did I know it was their first day! Our bartender was adorable and so sweet! The margaritas and tacos were amazing. I highly recommend the day-drinking special!", "Walked in to this place for a quick drink and it turned out to be a great choice!! Good drinks and good tacos and good live music :) Turns out it was their opening day-would have never known. The bar tenders were fantastic and the staff was really nice. We ended up going back the next day too! Also, Jeremy is awesome!!!", "Great new find! Taco Tuesday's is awesome. So is the salsa (and everything else we ordered). Try the machetes. Extra long quesadilla. Bacon and shrimp is a great flavor combo. \nA cool vibe for 2nd avenue.", "I stopped by for lunch today and had a couple of tacos. The grilled mahi mahi taco was one of the best tacos I've ever eaten and I don't say that lightly. The tacos are reasonably priced so it is definitely worth the visit.", "New gem in downtown Nashville. Friendly staff, great drinks and excellent food. If you like good tacos and a fantastic margarita to match this is a must!", "Great quesodilla with very tender steak and the Chipotle sauce was great. Serving was big enough for two. Atmosphere was fun and the service was great. They have good music and I think because they are new they were not terribly crowded.", "We stopped in for a couple of drinks and tacos were so good! The steak tacos are the best. Guacamole is a must. The atmosphere was great and warm. I love all the wood and decor. Great live music", "LOVE Cerveza Jack's! The guacamole, tacos and nachos were incredible - and the margarita was great! It's a fun atmosphere with somewhat of a beach bar vibe! Will definitely be back!", "If there was a heaven strictly for Tequila & Taco lovers, Cerveza Jack's would be just past the pearly gates on the right. The food delicious and the presentation delightful. It's well lit and the ambience is a fresh touch on a classic Broadway feel. Daytime drink specials for those \"I can't make it through my Monday\" lunch breaks, served up by their excellent bartenders and waitstaff. Whether you're a Nashville native or just in town for a bachelorette party, Cerveza Jack's is a must!", "The mixed drinks could've been a bit stronger but hey, I always say that :) Food was fantastic and the vibe very broadway." ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4 ]

[ "Very nice food and fast service. We Ordered Aloo Tiki, Lamb Biryani, and Chicken Tikka and everything was delicious!", "Very nice food. Ordered chicken biryani, goat curry, saag paneer, dal tadka, chicken tikka n paneer tikka. Everything was delicious!!", "This is hands down one of the best Indian restaurants we have been to. They have completely redone the inside. Wonderful ambiance. Service was top notch. We had chicken curry, butter chicken and a vegetarian appetizer. Everything was delicious! We can't wait to try the lunch buffet on the weekend. The manager came over to inquire about the food. He asked if there was anything they could improve. We couldn't think of anything. I hope they remain consistent with the quality of their food. We will definitely be regulars.", "I must admit, I wasn't expecting much. This place totally blew us away. This has to be one of the best Indian restaurants in the Tampa Bay. The ambience is wonderful including white table linens. The best part was the food, OMG. The chicken 65 was to die for, and the hot sour soup was rich and flavorful. The waitress (Angel) was friendly, attentive and very pleasant. They opened just a week ago. I'm sure this will soon be the place foodies seek out for real Indian food.", "Best Malai Kofta curry in Tampa bay, Period! Blended with mouthwatering almond and tomato base. The koftas are close to perfection and the service is top notch.. finally one good Indian restaurant in St Pete and Clearwater area.", "This place was excellent. Largest choice of an Indian buffet I have ever been to and everything was excellent. Will definitely be back!", "Great buffet . I come to Indian places for the super duper buffets .\nThis place did not disappoint . The place had a South Indian flavors. The tandoori chicken and chicken wings was nicely done . The chicken biryani was authentic South Indian style - flavorful . The Sambhar , veggie curries reminded of home . \nDessert was custard and kheer - can't complain \nSuper nice and prompt service . Waiters were good \nWorth the money , highly recommend", "This was our first visit here and quite impressed with what they have done. The place looked 10x cleaner than the Thai place before.\n\nWe had the lunch buffet and it was very good. Authentic Indian dishes galore! Butter chicken, Fresh Naan, tandoori chicken that is not burnt to a crisps...and even good ol Goat!\n\nI had more than my share and some how had room for their rice pudding desert. \n\nTop notch here! The waitress was very nice and knew the items on the buffet line.\n\nWe will be back! Definitely the go-to place for Indian buffet... we'll try the dinner and repost an update!\n\nHanji Hanji!", "Grewt location and professional service. Ordered for to go, was ready on time. Generous portion. Average price. Will recommend for sure.", "Been here 3 times in 3 weeks.\nThis place is competitively the best indian place around.\nFood tastes good. Service is pleasant. Everything is fresh!\n\nTheir south indian seems a bit lacking. But it is equally difficult to prepare." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "My Cracker Barrel experience was nice. My husband had the fish and grits, and they were ok. I've definitely had better fish and grits, but they weren't horrible. I had the chicken fried chicken. Even though I have had better chicken fried chicken, it was still pretty good. The cornbread muffins will really get you in trouble (b/c its hard to leave them alone). I guess what made this meal so nice was our waitress. She was great. She was always on time checking on us, she spent a few minutes chatting with us, etc. Would I go back???? YES!!! After we finished our meal, my husband and I spent some time sitting in the rocking chairs outside, with the music playing in the background, and played a game of checkers on their \"checker-top-table\". It was a nice end to a meal!", "When I landed at about 10am, Saint G. said \"want to eat breakfast at the Cracker Barrel?\" and I jumped at the chance! Where else can you get the Old Timer's Breakfast which comes with 2 eggs, scrambled well done with cheese, 2 turkey sausage patties, hash browns, grits, 2 biscuits, apple butter, real butter, sweet tea, and some kind of gravy stuff? Can you say food coma? If there was a Cracker Barrel near my house, let's just say I'd weigh 300 pounds. Wow!\n\nI love this place!", "Well The BF, some friends, and I are out of town and where do you go when you're out of town??? CRACKER BARREL!! This restaurant is two-faced. One face is the food - which I give all the credit to the cooks in the kitchen. They sure do know how to make some great breakfast. The other face, the ugly face, is the service. We were a table of 7 and 4 out of the 7 meals were incorrect. The BF did not get the fried apples included in his meal. Also our meals came out at random times - one of them even came out once everyone was finished eating! Our waiter only had 1 star on his apron. I don't think he is quite ready to handle a table of 7. He apologized excessively about everything to the point where it annoyed us. We love cracker barrel and will be back, but just not to this one.", "Love it, the food and service are great. It gets a little crowded on weekends for the breakfast/brunch/lunch but I love the food and will always be a fan", "Service was good, quality food, also was able to buy an anniversary card as well, talk about multi-tasking. Little pricey for breakfast though!", "Service was so-so at first, no plates for the cornbread and biscuits. But it got better. The food was fast and excellent, like always! Had the apple chicken salad. It tasted as good as it looked, and it definitely filled me up. My fiancée had her chicken dumplings, the usual. And her mother had country fried steak. Check out was fast and friendly. Perfect meal!", "I love Cracker Barrel. They food that they serve is so delicious, for a good non- expensive price, too. Certain servers stand out. Just so nice and warming. Even if something goes wrong with your order that isnt their falt, they still will apologize.", "I like you, Cracker Barrel. Your bacon is delicious, I could live on your hash brown casserole, and I enjoy your Old Country Store. I don't like visiting you on a Sunday when you're inundated with church goers, though. Your food is yummy and your waitresses are friendly despite the fact that they almost always mess up my order or forget something. But I forgive, because you give me warm syrup with my French toast. You know how I feel about warm syrup, and for that, I appreciate you.", "When it comes to breakfast, I'm all about Cracker Barrel. It's reasonably priced, the biscuits are amazing, and shopping at their country store post meal is something I look forward to with each visit. I love their seasonal menus, especially summer where they add fresh salads and fruity iced teas!", "The food was very bland and the service was terrible. We waited quite a bit throughout our whole meal. We were seated right away, but our server took about 15 minutes to say he would be right with us. We ordered our meal, ate, and when we wanted our check, our server was nowhere to be found. We didn't get drink refills and had to search for him for our check. The server never even came over to ask how everything was. That experience coupled with the very bland food , and I will not go to a Cracker Barrel again." ]

[ 3, 4, 2, 5, 4, 4, 4, 3, 5, 2 ]

[ "Located in a barely renovated old bank office tower, Loews Philadelphia is a dirty, budget hotel masquerading as an upscale, trendy one.\r\nCons: \r\n-small rooms with cheap/yellow linens, stains on carpet, marks on walls\r\n-basically every surface in rooms is dusty, sticky or scummy (moved rooms 2x to try and get a clean one; no apology from mgmt)\r\n-towels had lipstick and hair on them \r\n-room service: green beans visibly decayed, shards of plastic in butter\r\n-had to share the elevator with prostitutes at 11:30 AM (a more creative person might have turned this into a pro)\r\n\r\nPros: \r\n-Courteous maintenance workers and bellhops", "I had to stay here a week for business. I also saw a prostitute while staying here! She was by the ATM, of course. The rooms are outdated and disappointing. The entire hotel has a stale feeling about it. The best thing going for it is location and surprisingly good room service (esp the chicken cobb sandwich with goat cheese)", "I get the feeling that the Loews thinks higher of itself than it's clients. On the exterior the Loews seems like a fantastic hotel, but once you permeate through the fancy lobby and out of the downtown, bright city lights, the Loews is simply average. \n\nI can't say that there was anything particularly wrong with my stay at the Loews, but I also can't say there was anything that would make me go back. The rooms are small (not too unusual for a Center City hotel though), the service is adequate and the restaurant \"Soul Food,\" is over priced. \n\nIn my opinion the Loews isn't worth the price. It's great location is an attractive commodity, but you can find other hotels slightly out of downtown that will leave you feeling more satisfied and a little heavier in the wallet.", "We came here on a quick weekend trip and I have mixed feelings on this place.\n\nThings I usually look for in a hotel:\n\n-Friendly and helpful staff\n-Sexy bathroom\n-Nice location and view\n\nNow, the staff at first gave us some 'tude and that kinda bothered my gf, but maybe it was that particular shift of people cause they were generally nice after that time. They did get us a newspaper and toothpaste (we always forget the toothpaste when traveling) the next morning (though that took a little longer than I would have liked).\n\nEver since we begun voyaging from hotel to hotel in city after city, it's become a habit for us to make mental notes on the bathroom experience. This particular one was meh. It was smaller than previous ones we've seen with what I guess was poor \"feng shui\" for lack of a better word. Average bathroom.\n\nThe view was a bust.\n\nLocation? Well, it seemed to be in the middle of the city, but hanging out in the city made us realize that there wasn't much going on here. Maybe it was because it was Labor Day weekend? It was a tinge like a ghost town after an exorcism. Most stores and restaurants were closed all over. Annoying.\n\nPluses? The room we had was probably the brightest and largest we've had. An empty usable frig was also nice. And lots and lots of towels for no apparent reason.\n\nOverall, it was passable but nothing exciting.", "I stayed here for 4 days due to the conference I was attending being across the street at the convention center.\n\nI was disspointed in the hotel. Why charge me 10 bucks to use the gym, isn't 250/night sufficient enough? No free wifi.. even Best Western gives you that.\n\nThe location was great, the room was alright. Nothing compared to the Marriott Hotel beds (which are magnificent..even buying their beds to furnish my house).", "I was delighted to stay at the Loew's Philadelphia. It is very centrally located. The rooms are spacious and very nicely decorated. The lobby and hallways and elevators feature art deco motifs. This is an old bank and business building renovated into a hotel. This place is mostly for business, but would be good for a romantic getaway if you have other reasons to be in Philadelphia. All of the staff are very gracious. I recommend this place!", "It was a little dark and cold in the hallways of this hotel. \n\nThe concierge on the first floor shared a desk with the bellman so there were always people around. I felt like I could not talk with the concierge without getting interrupted.\n\nI was upgraded to the concierge level upon check-in. However, this was the only perk from the LoewsFirst program that I experienced. The \"gift\" that you are supposed to receive at check-in was non-existent. I also requested a Wall Street Journal every morning and received a local Philadelphia newspaper instead. The concierge on the concierge level was not very \"concierge-like\". He didn't really talk to people or welcome them to the area. He made sure that there was enough food, but didn't do much to talk about the Philadelphia area and did not take the initiative to get to know the guests as many other concierges do. \n\nRoom Service - SLOW! The food arrived an hour and a half after I ordered it. AND IT WAS COLD! I ordered nachos and a chicken ceasar salad. The chicken was extremely dry and tasteless! The nachos were soggy as it seemed that the the tomato toppings were sitting on the chips for quite some time. It seemed that the food was prepared a while ago and they forgot about delivering it. \n\nI was in town for a conference so I did not spend a lot of time in the surrounding areas. From what I could tell, there was not much to do in the area. The historical sites are about a 10-15 minute walk from the hotel if you're in the mood for walking. \n\nBottom line: If visiting Philadelphia, I would definitely stay somewhere else. Even if in town for another conference I would try to stay at a different hotel.", "You see that picture of the hotel? I stayed in THAT ROOM.\n\nI stayed there a few years ago on a vacation, and they upgraded us to the top floor -- it was the day before Thanksgiving, and it was EMPTY. For the end of the vacation, we (me and the ex-) were tired, and this was the perfect prescription for relaxation. We had an extreme view of the city, and it night, it was gorgeous.\n\nThe beds were comfortable, the place clean, and at the rate we were paying, an absolute bargain.\n\nDid I mention I stayed in THAT ROOM?", "I got a great rate here, so was pleasantly surprised\n\nBut the service was nearly perfect, the rooms were very nice and well cared for, and the lobby is bizarrely art deco, but kinda lovely too\n\nThe gym is pretty great too, though I could have used a hot tub", "Great desk staff and room service! They made me feel welcome from day one! I ended up staying there for over 8 months on business and I could not have been happier.\n\nAs for the other bad reviews of this being a small place - it's ancient building that was made in to a hotel, very much like other historical cities, so maybe they need to appreciate the history behind it.\n\nAnother reviewer suggested finding a hotel outside the city as their was nothing to do - true, this city shuts down pretty early. However, if you're downtown for business, a convention or to site see at the Bell, this is the location!\n\nA bonus - the hotel still has smoking rooms, kid friendly and also has floor designated if you bring your pet." ]

[ 2, 3, 3, 3, 3, 4, 3, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Limoncello has been open for about a year now and was certainly a \"darling\" of West Chester cuisine last summer. It was consistently full on weekends and reservations ran late for my party on several occasions because of diners unwilling to relinquish their tables. And who could blame them? Stupendous Italian cuisine with emphasis on freshness and quality, while retaining a sense of tradition embodied in the 2 generations running the restaurant. Maria, the owner, takes pride in her work (and particularly the in-demand Tiramisu) as does Dina, her daughter, running the floor. \n\nOn each of 4 occasions that I dined Limoncello was packed, the food was excellent and the service attentive. Food isn't hurried but isn't slow either. It's a cosy, small place that takes on a boisterous charm when it's hopping. All of the people I went with have had positive things to say about it and I've heard almost universal praise of it from others. \n\nMain Line Today voted Limoncello Ristorante the best Lunch Buffet on the Mainline, but I was disappointed with it when I went. I had heard it would be a chance to try the evasive Tiramisu but none was present. The buffet had been picked over and the \"hot\" dishes were lukewarm and should have been refreshed. Based on past experience I'm gonna chalk that up to an off day, but Maria and Dina should keep an eye on this.\n\nThey have perhaps 12 2-tops outside for patio dining. They have a full service bar. If they stay as popular as they have been, they'll have no trouble filling the tables!", "Eek. I'm going to have to disagree with James on this one. I just went to Limoncello for the first time this weekend and am at a loss as to why it's so popular. Despite our reservations, we waited 20 minutes for a table. Another group that showed up after us without reservations was offered an outside table -- not sure why this wasn't offered to us as an option? I guess because it was cold out they just made an assumption that we wouldn't want it?\n\nOnce inside (which was deafening!) they gave us two small slices of bruschetta. I thought this was to make up for the wait, but maybe not, because we never got a basket of bread like all of the other tables. The waitress took our order and disappeared until she came back with our food. The prices here are *high*! A basic plate of pasta (we're talking ravioli with marinara sauce) set me back $18. I guess they can get away with charging so much because they're BYO, but still...and then, when said ravioli actually arrived, it was cold. That hasn't happened to me in a restaurant in ages, but since I accurately guessed that our waitress wouldn't be back to the table anytime soon, I ate it anyway. We did order dessert - key lime cheesecake - which was pretty good and saved this from being a one star review.\n\nOne thing Limoncello is famous for is providing a complimentary shot of limoncello to each diner after the meal. Nice touch, right? Too bad they ran out of limoncello (their namesake item!!!) before we finished our meal. I have to say that, unfortunately, I wasn't in the least bit surprised. I won't be back.", "Had a few meals at Limoncello. Visited during their first week in business and thought it was pretty ok. Although the service was slow and somewhat inept, the food was passable and priced right. BYOB which was a plus. Small space, but decorated nicely. Visited 3 more times over the following year and a half and each visit was progressively worse, both in service and food quality. And as the quality declined, prices rose. I won't be returning.", "Limoncello is great! I've been many times and always love the food. It is true that the service can be a bit slow and often we've had to wait for our reserved table. The staff is so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable on the menu! If you have to wait for your table, they'll open your wine and serve you while you wait. I've visited and lived in Italy many times and I have found the food at Limoncello authentic and delicious! It is worth the wait!", "Before checking out Lemoncello I thought it was going to be wonderful I heard nothing but positive reviews about it. The best food in town. I went there for my 7 year anniversary and regret it horribly. \nWhen we arrived we were seated right away given the menus. I thought it was extremely weird how everything had crab meat added to it, which adds to the price. I ordered lemon chicken pasta without crab meat when I received the pasta it was lukewarm and it was awfully runny. I could tell right away that the chicken was frozen tenders and not fresh, which you would expect for the price. I hardly ate any of it and we decided we should just head home and make our own food. When the check arrived they never reduced the bill - which you think they would if you did not order crabmeat. \nI would never recommend Lemoncello nor will I ever go back, one meal was enough.", "I've been here a bunch of times and have consistently liked it.\nWaitstaff was friendly, all the food was terrific, from bruschetta all the way through dessert. My one complaint is that the tables are a tad close.", "We've been to Limoncello twice now, once when it was still a BYOB and about half the size and then again last week. The first time around, the food was very good, and the restaurant was quite charming and cozy. It now has a full bar and outside seating, but its tremendous popularity has made it so loud inside that you can barely hear what the person next to you is saying. Last week we went with a large group. There were no complaints about the food, but it was just ok, nothing spectacular. The food was surprisingly not as good as when it had just opened and was a small BYOB.\n\nOur group started with the antipasto, prosciutto and melon and the mozzarella, tomato and parma prosciutto salad. You can't really mess up these types of things if you use fresh ingredients, and all three were above average, especially the antipasto. Tomatoes on the salad were a bit under ripe, but prosciutto and mozzarella in all three plates were very good. As I said, there were no complaints about the eggplant parm, Chilean sea bass, porcini-stuffed agnolotti, little-neck clams and specials that followed, but no one was raving (which is what you really want, of course!). I had the sea bass, a large, fresh filet atop a slightly more done than al dente bed of capellini. Good, but not memorable.\n\nI'm not quite sure why it's so popular, although there aren't too many non-chain Italian places in the area that are in this price range. Service was slightly inattentive (it was extremely busy) but not to the point that anyone would complain. The number of patrons shoved into the space not only made it very loud but also a bit uncomfortably warm. A big pet peeve of mine is when wine lists don't have all the information on them, and Limoncello's lacked years for their bottles. When your entrees get up into the $20+ range and you have bottles that are $75-$150 (there were also plenty of recognizable names and bottles in the $30-$50 range), you need to know what vintage the wine is.", "Although my boyfriend & I waited about 30 min. for a table (with a reservation)... it was well worth the wait. The food is simply awesome, and there are lots of little extras thrown in that makes it a unique experience... complimentary bruschetta on the table before your meal arrives & a limoncello shot after dinner on the house! It was VERY busy when we went on a Saturday night, totally packed, so it was a little noisy. If you're looking for a quiet dinner, don't go on a weekend or at 5pm with the happy hour crowd. The atmosphere is hip yet somewhat old school Italian. Love it!\n\nAlso ate there for lunch another day... sat outside at a bistro table and had a wonderful light meal! I'll definitely be back.", "I see the opinions are very divided. I fall into the \"loved it\" camp. Although I will caution that so far I have only eaten their lunch buffet. It was an amazing deal at $9.99. There were various types of: \npizza, \nStromboli - I had the spinach and it was delicious. 3 varieties. I could not identify the other 2, which is why I had the spinach hahaha, \n3 types of salad, \n2 pastas - one was a stuffed shell, \ngrilled vegetables - the zucchini was particularly delicious, but there were about 7 different varieties, \na seafood paella - I think it had saffron in it and the sausages in it were probably my favorite thing on the menu, even though it had calamari and clams in it, \ngarlic bread knots and plain bread knots - the garlic ones were wonderful, but bring a breath mint for afterwards, \nand a stuffed pork loin, which was disappointingly dry. \n\nThe place was pretty packed on a Monday at 12:00ish. The staff was friendly and pretty attentive. Some minuses, but really overall an amazing deal.", "I'll summarize with these categories: \nFood - Very good. \nService - Very good but hurried. \nAtmosphere - DEAFENING noise. \n\nOur first visit was this Friday evening. I had heard rave reviews so we were anxious to try it out. We had reservations and were seated immediately. The place was absolutely jammed with people. The noise level was deafening. Having a conversation without raising your voice was impossible. The hustle and bustle of waitstaff going by every second does not make for a relaxing atmosphere. Too many tables jammed into this space. \n\nOur waitress was very good and attentive. However, we felt rushed. Probably because there were so many people waiting in the bar to be seated. \n\nThe food was very good. Mussel appetizer was just ok. Good quantity of mussels, but some were still closed. The sauce was tasty but lacked chunks of tomatoes. My crabmeat & shrimp over pasta was one of the best I've ever had. Dessert was also very good. Portions for all were more than enough. \n\nIf you want good food, visit Limocello. If you want a quiet evening or a relaxing atmosphere - STAY AWAY. Maybe weekdays are better. I'm sure they could do more to cut down on the noise. The ceilings are low, but the owner has placed acoustical tiles on the perimeter to reduce noise. Something else needs to be done. It's a shame because we couldn't wait to get out of there. I'm not sure I would go again." ]

[ 4, 2, 2, 5, 1, 4, 2, 4, 4, 3 ]

[ "My first visit here was probably the week that it opened. It was uncrowded, for some reason we had 2 or 3 waiters and a manger waiting on us, and mysteriously 4 large beers arrived un-ordered over the course of the meal. Nobody knew how they got there, who ordered them, nor expected me to pay for them. Score.\n\nSecond visit I had 2 waiters, the food was meh, but ti was still in their opening weeks so I didn't care. The manager hanging about taking care of things made up for it and the random free drink didn't hurt much either.\n\nThird visit, people had discovered the place, only had 1 waiter. Everything seemed fine.\n\nFourth potential visit: Plan a group get-together there and the wait was over an hour... escaped\n\nFifth visit tested whether they would stop you at 2 Logan's Iced Teas and as with every Logans they really don't as long as you're not a fall down drunk. Honestly would never have thought of having more than 2 until a waiter mentioned you couldn't... very sneaky marketing there Logan's... very sneaky... I see what you did there...\n\nIt's a Logans, the food is Logans' quality and the waiters were nice. Oddly parking is an issue - it shouldn't be, but they walled it off strangely meaning you have a small entrance and exit to another much larger parking lot. I mean, you'll find parking, but I suggest walking from another of the lots as the instant someone is pulling out you're stuck.", "This location was fairly new, I was told but like the rest of them the service is always good but the food stinks...... LA has spoiled me with good food (not SouthernFood).....\n\n Ordered naked wings and homemade potatoe chips, I received fried breaded wings and greasy potatoe chips. Couldn't quite stomach it. My son asked me why did I let his Mom pick the restaurant. He knows I love good food and her choices in that area are...... leave it alone. I guess i'm hoping to get good food some day, because i keep agreeing when meeting people here. I guess i like hanging and i'll just do that and enjoy the drinks.", "Wow, I don't even know where to start. We decided to eat here in order to get a baked potato, but with five in our party, I guess things were too complicated. We were seated at a table that hadn't been cleaned, first of all. Two of us ordered 8oz sirloins with bleu cheese toppings, one medium, and one medium rare with salads and loaded baked potatoes. One ordered a blackened filet mignon, rare. \n\nAfter a while, someone arrived from the kitchen with two filers, black baked potatoes, and the manager right behind her with a blackened sirloin. I told them, very calmly, that I had not ordered the filet, and the one filet ordered should have been a filet, not a sirloin-very calmly and friendly, when the lady from the kitchen threw up her hands and said to the manager, \"You're gonna have to deal with this!\". We tried to explain, again, what the mixup was when he said the sirloin would need to be cut before he could tell If it was not a filet... Really? The manager of a restaurant that serves steaks doesn't know how to tell the difference between a sirloin and a filet?\n\nForget the sirloin was far more tender than both filets mistakenly given to us, and the fact the baked potatoes were overlooked and charred. \n\nI was totally disappointed in the lack of pride, education, and proffessionalism of the staff and management, as well as the cleanliness of the restaurant. \n\nI hate to give a bad review, but my goodness! This isn't even close to normal.", "Well first off we're not starting with a high bar. Chain restaurants are hard pressed to make a better steak than I can at home.. But I digress.... I hesitate to say for certain whether our server was really stupid or really stoned, but it was one of the two. I ordered my sirloin medium and it arrived well done. Then on try number two it arrived rare. Since I was starving I ate it anyway. Also my salad apparently went to salad heaven before arriving at the table. Another amusing side note, as we were waiting for our check the manager was getting chewed out by the table next to us, the only other table our server had. All in all not the best visit.", "As others have covered, it's a chain restaurant. You throw peanuts on the floor. I don't expect it to be fine dining. The food is adequate, especially when considering the price. Logan's frequently offers 2 can dine for 15.99 or other great promotions, making the restaurant great for those on a budget. Country or homestyle favorites are the safest option when it comes to ordering food. My wife enjoyed her chop steak, which arrived medium-well, as ordered. The mushrooms, mashed potatoes with gravy, and the macaroni and cheese were of course the standard, pre-packaged chain restaurant fare, but they were fresh and hot. My salad, even though a special request (I asked to switch the protein from chicken to steak), was well-executed. The greens were freshly hydrated and spun, the toppings were all fresh, and the steak was a perfect medium rare sirloin. The service was attentive, which was nice, considering the restaurant was busy with post-game Titans fans and other people shopping on the Sunday afternoon we visited. The layout of this particular Logan's is best when you have a party of 2-4, as they are very efficient with their use of space and tuck two-person booths into every nook and cranny, we didn't wait but 3-5 minutes before we were seated. All in all, it was a pleasurable experience and my wife and will likely return.", "My wife and I went back yet again on a Sunday afternoon. We had the same server as before, and essentially the same experience; this time I had a decent steak melt sandwich and my wife had a decent sirloin steak with broccoli and a salad. One thing about chains, they're nothing if not consistent.", "One of my first experiences with Logan's many many years ago was enough to keep me away for the most part. But recently we have been enticed by the Monday through Thursday dinner specials. They are a great bargain and there is enough variety so that there is something for everyone.\n\nHowever, we discovered their happy hour drink specials and they are really pretty good. And now they have a happy hour menu with items ranging from $2 to $5. You can easily go have an early dinner complete with drinks and appetizer or just a dinner of drinks an appetizers for an affordable amount.\n\nThe onion petals ($2) were very good. The fried dill pickles ($2) are not quite as good, sliced too thin (think they used presliced dill hamburger slices which are too thin for frying most of the time) and in a cornmeal crust. Other specials are Cajun Popcorn Shrimp ($5) that were fair, main problem is they toss them with spice afterwards and they were VERY unevenly coated in spice, some too much and most none. Cheese fries ($3) and Chili cheese fries ($4) appear to be large portions. Breaded mushrooms were good but greasy. I asked about the clue cheese buffalo chips and was told it was the breaded dill pickles tossed with buffalo sauce and served with blue cheese dressing - the one drawback tonight was our waiter really didn't know the menu which was obvious when he answered this question.\n\nMy frozen peach margarita was very good, served in a frosted mug and only $3!", "Looking for the fast food of steak? You've come to the right place. Looking for Peanut Nirvana? Yep, that's here too. Looking for a delicious and memorable steak that the memory of will keep your mouth watering for years to come? Nope.. (Chuck Testa..)\n\nOverall, in my eyes if you walk into Logans, you just need to know its no different than Ponderosa or Sizzler was back in the day. There are no amazing meals to be had here. Just decent steak on the cheap.\n\nIf you are looking for a memorable steak, check out the (reasonably) nearby Ruth's Chris or Stoney River, otherwise, enjoy the peanuts", "Been to this location twice and will never go back again!!!!\n\nFirst time was mediocre, the second time was so very disappointing it beggars belief. I ordered some ribs and had to send them back because one half was warm and the other half was refrigerator cold. They came back and one side was really hot and the other side was still cold, third time it was edible. The manager came over the third time to apologize, never once offered to comp anything. I'm not the kind of guy to cause a fuss to get something comped, but to send something back three times to get it cooked properly and only get an insincere apology really pisses me off, enough for me to write this review.", "Its okay for a chain. Not a first choice but tolerable for company lunch meetings." ]

[ 3, 1, 1, 2, 3, 3, 4, 3, 1, 2 ]

[ "Keeping it simple is often the key to brilliance, and with a short focussed menu of 5 apps, 6 different kinds of noodle dishes, and a few et ceteras (hmm...scrapple in ramen!?!?!?), all packaged in a cool space with lots of counter seating and a giant 'Eat More Noodles' mural as backdrop, Cheu accomplishes this goal.\n\nThis is undoubtedly one of the most highly anticipated openings of 2013, a 'noodle bar' from partners Chef Ben Puchowitz (of Matyson fame, one of our favorite BYOBs) and his buddy Shawn Darragh. Their pop-ups last year were apparently a smash success, with a line down the street, so we made a point of stopping by Cheu early on opening day to see what the excitement was all about.\n\nWe arrived exactly at opening (3PM), and were immediately seated at the counter with a few others (there are also several tables, for total of ~30 seats). It was mostly full by the time we left, but there was rarely a line, and we left before the dinner rush.\n\nBetween the two of us, we tried (see photos):\n\n~Complementary spiced crumbled instant ramen, fairly spicy, and something David Chang would appreciate (if you watched 'In the Mind of a Chef' on PBS).\n\n~Garlic black wings with shishito peppers ($8/4)--Actually we got 5, 3 drumettes and 2 wingettes, which were crispy, meaty, with a light dose of a sticky sweet soy sauce, and some mildly spicy peppers. My favorite dish, I could make a meal out of these. KILLER!\n\n~Pork belly and hamburger buns ($7/2)--We could choose any combination from 3 different buns (including the mung bean that we didn't try). These are tiny two-biters that look smaller than the photos I've seen online, but are very tasty. The Angus beef was topped with Wisconsin cheddar and house-made pickles. The pork belly was also topped with pickles. The buns are a bit strange, a bit like tiny English muffins, if that makes any sense, toasted in a skillet. My favorite was the pork belly, which like the pork with ramen below was melt-in-your mouth.\n\n~Pork belly with house-made ramen noodles, egg, sea beans, greens ($12)--A very very intense broth (I suspect borderline too intense for some), but overall a very good dish. The ramen was perfectly al dente and the egg appeared to be soft poached. A good sized bowl, but not huge. I added in some of the pho fixin's below.\n\n~Duck pho with foie gras meatballs, turnips, fixin's--I only tried a little of this, but it seemed like the pho was pretty similar to the ramen above. Thinly sliced, very tender duck, and melt-in-your mouth meatballs, although I can't say I got any foie flavor. The broth is much milder than than the pork belly's above. Comes with the usual pho accompaniments of basil and mung beans, lime, and also pickled white radish (I think). Of the two noodle dishes, I think I preferred the lighter broth of the duck pho.\n\nCheu's mish-mass of Chef Benny's whatever \"I think tastes best\" manages to avoid the ongoing 'Raman Wars', where ramen is stylistically divided into smaller and smaller subgroups and aficionados endlessly (and nonsensically) argue about which ramen shop more is more authentic. Come on guys, who cares if it is 'authentic', if it tastes good? And Cheu's noodles definitely taste great!\n\nOr maybe Cheu defines a new subgroup: 'Philly Style' ramen!\n\n[Speaking of 'Raman Wars', to reviewer #3, Ron N, who is apparently an expert on what is and is not ramen, that \"asparagus\" you didn't like is actually sea beans. But it does kinda look like asparagus, which would be really weird, ramen or not.]\n\nCurrently BYOB (we brought some Guinness), with sodas, etc available, but planning to get a liquor license (big orange placard on the door). Service was quick, friendly and efficient, with Shawn greeting customers at the front. Parking is fairly easy in a few local lots.\n\nSome nice photos and background from Zagat:\n\nhttp://blog.zagat.com/2013/03/sneak-preview-cheu-noodle-bar.html\n\nCilantro!", "Just finished dining at Cheu noodle. I live right across the street and was excited to try it out. Throughout the week I had been salivating at the thought of a nice restaurant moving across the street. I think all of this salivating made me so hungry that upon returning home from Cheu I was still hungry. I am a petite 5 foot 2 girl. Usually it doesn't take much to fill me up but today, it just was not the case. I did share some of my meal with a friend but they did not eat much of it. \n\nI ordered the wings which were great. They were the right amount of crispiness. Following this, I had the dumplings and the Lamb which was all great. However, after spending 30 dollars, I can only justify going here after work instead of Sampan's Happy Hour because it is literally across the street from me.", "Had the Pork Belly Ramen.\n\nThey might call it ramen, but ramen it's not.\n\nNoodles: F, it's spaghetti. \nSoup: F, it's not ramen soup base... its like 90% beef broth from the cartons from the super market\nEgg: C, its a poached egg as opposed to an actual seasoned hanjuku tamago... - worst, when I touched it, it burst and the yolk spread through my ramen.. wtf??\nPork Belly: A-, it's not traditional pork belly, but it was really, really good. Melt in your mouth and flavorful.\nVegetables: C, I'm not sure what it is, but it looked like asparagus\n\nOverall: C- if we're judging it as ramen, B- if we're judging it as noodles... I'm not trying their ramen again for another 2 months at least.", "You can just call me Natalie Imbruglia, 'cause I am torn.\n\nCheu Noodle Bar is a cool place. Service is friendly and the ambiance is chill. The hanging lamps were created by one of the owner's glass-blowing brothers. Canned craft beers and other libations will soon be available to knock back with. The hand-torn collage on the back wall adds a touch of funk. They serve up raw Shin Ramyun as a complimentary appetizer (awesome idea).\n\nOne must keep in mind that this is not meant to be an Asian restaurant. Rather, it is two American men identifying aspects of various Asian cuisines and recreating it according to what tastes good to them. Taking this into account, Cheu successfully accomplishes what it set out to accomplish - providing a cool atmosphere for people to enjoy what the owners personally like about Asian food. \n\nBut Asian food it is not. The noodles are a bit too chewy (though props for being made in-house), and the flavor combinations are heavy on the \"sweet and sour\" aspect so characteristic of Asian fusion. The ramen broth is better than some other ramen joints in Philly, but it could stand to be more complex. The pork belly is fatty and delicious, but the flimsy poached egg is a bit of a travesty ramenly-speaking. I preferred the cumin-seasoned lamb neck (served with hand-torn noodles), even if the noodles were a bit too large and stuck together. The black garlic wings were the highlight of the meal. Crispy and juicy, similar to Korean fried chicken, but a little greasier (in a good way).\n\nSo yes, Cheu is a really cool place. And the owners did a great job of creating dishes they liked. That just isn't quite in line with what I personally like. It happens.\n\nI'd come here again to hang out and have a drink, maybe order some wings.\nFor other food, I'd probably just walk to Hand Drawn.", "This place is good for what it is: an american take on asian street food. It is not a ramen place, it does not serve \"authentic ramen\" (which I think most American believe is Hakata ramen?). It does, however, serve high quality tasty street food that is different from everywhere else. \n\nTheir pork belly is great, either in noodles or in bun form. Their lamb noodles is superb, the pickled mustard greens is a great contrast to the chewy wide hand torned noodles and lamb. \n\nMy only complaint is that the place is expensive.", "If you're looking for a bowl of Vietnamese pho or steam buns, this is not the place for you. You would be happier going to a place in Chinatown. \n\nYou will not be able to find pho with overbundance of rice noodle, steak and meatball. Instead, you'll get homemade ramen; foie gras meatballs that have the perfect balance of the richness of foie gras and the texture of a meatball; slices of duck flank steak that are softer than filet mignon and look nothing like duck; and amazing flavors that are packed in every bite.\n\nI find the techniques and skills that go into making an Asian dish foreign to Asians extremely remarkable. Every dish we ordered was a pleasant surprise. There was so little Korean in my favorite Korean dishes - fried chicken, rice cake and kimchi - that this might be the only restaurant where I can find my new favorite \"Korean dishes.\" \n\nI believe it was intentional that chef Ben did not do a perfect replica. With that, please don't judge the restaurant based on \"authenticity.\" I haven't seen a poached egg perfected until I've eaten here (no clear eggwhite, the yolk is between liquid and solid so that when you take a bite of the yolk, it doesn't run but remain in shape). It was not meant to be a seasoned hanjuku tamago.\n\nAs far as cost goes, the quality of ingredient and taste is much better than Chifa and Morimoto at a more affordable price.", "Cheu Noodle Bar is a small, casual noodle place with friendly service and funny lamps above the bar.\n\nSince Matzo balls improve everything, it is only logical that they would be one day added to a ramen noodle dish. It is hard for me to express how happy the brisket noodle made me at this place. The hot sauce is good in the ramen but not so good on anything else. Also, take care with your force level so that you don't splatter hot sauce everywhere and make a stupid mess of things.\n\nThe wings are just OK. They are like 7 bucks for a very small number of wings and nothing really stuck out about them as amazing. They had a nice glaze but at the end of the day, I would've been happier with the wings at my other favorite haunts.", "Being an avid noodle fan, I was enthused to hear about this new noodle bar opening near where I lived!\n\nI understood coming into this restaurant that it was 'not-your-typical' Asian fare. But I love trying new things, and was looking forward to see what unique twists to the traditional they would bring.\n\nI was, however, very disappointed. This being a noodle place, one would expect the noodles to be the star item of the menu. Alas, this was not the case. \n\nWe ordered the duck pho and the pork belly ramen, both of which came highly recommended by our server. (As a side note: both are the owners' \"interpretation\" of pho and ramen - they are very unlike the real thing...) \n\nPurported as handmade, the noodles were unlike anything I had before - very bitter and very gritty. Bland, undercooked - I can take... but this; I've never had anything that tasted so full of baking soda! They completely overpowered and flavored the broth with a strong, non-appealing aftertaste. The ramen broth in itself was much too thick as well. Neither of us could stomach more than a few bites of our dishes, which is a shame because the meat (fois gras meatballs, pork belly), was delicious!! It was just the noodles that ruined the overall flavor. We ended up splitting wings to make up for the noodles, which tasted much better! \n\nThe staff/service at this restaurant, however, are wonderful. The bar layout of this place provides a comfortable & cozy atmosphere as well. \n\nIn conclusion, if you are looking for a place to eat good noodles - I would direct you to the nearby Chinatown. If Cheu can better their noodle recipe (or expand their meat selections - I'm telling you, that pork belly was good!) - only then would I be back!", "Wings are crispy, flavorful paradise. Brisket ramen is something I will crave and return for. Really cool spot and interesting twist on many dishes you could get \"traditional\" style a million other places. It's nice to be surprised. Matzoh balls, foie gras meatballs, scrapple- all on the menu. There's a lot of delicious twists and turns and much I will return to try. The best part is the service. One of the owners saw I was preggers and made sure I got my Ramen without the egg and offered the bag of dry noodles they give as a snack while you wait so that I could check that the ingredients were all safe for me. As you can see, I haven't written many reviews but this place was worth a mention for the service alone. The menu is an added perk.", "I absolutely love noodles. \n\nSo I just had to come here once I heard about Cheu's existence. Reading the reviews and descriptions beforehand, I knew the noodles and food aren't authentic in origin but rather the creations of an excellent chef's culinary imagination. That chef happens to have cooked at one of the best restaurants (Matyson) in the city. Despite my general apprehension of Asian fusion cuisine, I ventured into Cheu's Noodle Bar fearlessly..fueled by my obsession of noodles. \n\nThe inside is really small. Exactly how a noodle bar should be like. There's about 3-4 tables besides the stools. Overall, clean and modern look and yet had a very nice cultural and down to earth feel about it. Great first impression as you walk into the place.\n\nWe ordered the following appetizers:\n\n*Black Garlic Wings w/ shishito peppers (4) $ 8: Great tasting garlic flavors on the outside. Had a nice crunch. Although lacked flavors inside. \n\n*Burger & Pork Belly Buns $7: The buns are fried briefly on the outside. The pork belly was absolutely delicious. It was tender and flavorful. Really melted in your mouth. Exactly how it should be. The bun itself wasn't anything special. \n\n*Eggplant w/ crispy garlic, herbs, tamarind $7: I'm not a huge eggplant fan so I can't really comment. Maybe you are and will love this dish!\n\nWe ordered the following noodles:\n\nPORK BELLY RAMEN W/ POUCHED EGG, SEA BEANS, GREENS $12: \n\nTHE GOOD: Once again, the pork belly was really good. Definitely the standout of the entire experience. \n\nTHE BAD: The broth wasn't horrible. If you never have authentic ramen before, you might actually think it's delicious. My taste buds are spoiled from the likes of Ippudo and Totto. The broth lacked a certain richness and depth. \n\nTHE UGLY: The ramen was chewier and harder than I liked. Not used to eating ramen with this type of noodles. \n\nDUCK PHO w/ FOIE GRAS MEATBALLS $13: I don't really understand why this is called Pho because nothing about it taste like Pho. Instead of the traditional rice noodles, Cheu decided to use the exact ramen noodles for the duck \"pho\" as well...speechless. Aficionados of Pho will be offended. The meatballs were tasty. If you are a fan of pho...be warned! \n\nPrices are on the heavier side. Service was friendly and accommodating. \n\nUltimately- Come here with an open heart about how the food here is conceptionized and prepared and you'll love it more. Read this: Nothing about Cheu is traditional. I genuinely attempted my best to like the noodle bar but years of eating authentic ramen and pho ruined this experience for me.\n\nI wholeheartedly laud owners Ben and Shawn for coming up with this uber cool idea and having the courage to make it a reality. Wish them nothing but success! Will definitely come back one day to see how the food has evolved!" ]

[ 5, 3, 2, 3, 5, 5, 4, 3, 5, 3 ]

[ "Looks like there is a second Red Kings restaurant in Chinatown and it did not disappoint! Since this place just opened yesterday, I'm not exactly sure if it's replacing the other Red Kings down the street, or if it is just a second helping of spicy, Szechuan food.\n\nWe ordered takeout and picked up the Dan Dan Noodles and a shredded Pork in Garlic sauce dish. The spice level in both dishes was perfect. Extremely mouth-burning, but with delicious flavors that were sweet, earthy, and fresh. The portions were very generous and will make for great leftovers for us. I can't wait to try some of the other dishes and come back here for a sit-down dinner. They also have karaoke rooms upstairs, plus they are BYOB.", "I was lured by the smell of Szechuan pepper as I walked on Race street and decided to stop by for dinner. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted and seated immediately by the friendly staff. Then the hot tea and ice water came soon after; we didn't even need to ask. About 90 % of the menu consisted of spicy items (just how I like it) and theres three levels of spiciness to choose from. The food came out in reasonable time even when they had a good amount of customers. For starters, I ordered the cold platter sampler since I wanted to try a bit of everything--it had pig ears, pork belly, sliced beef, and beef tendons. Everything on the platter was aromatic and a tolerable spicy; the pig ears would've tasted better if it was sliced as thin as the tendons though. As I was having dinner with just my sister we ordered only two entrees: spicy chicken and crab. Both entrees were so delicious! When I eat a lot of Szechuan peppers, my tongue tends to get numb and everything has no taste to it anymore but surprisingly the entrees were distinctly flavorful from one another. We never told our waitress what spicy level we wanted but our food was just right. Our waitress checked back with us a few times and asked us to let her know how the food was so they could improve. She even gave milk teas on the house which really helped soothe the burning sensation in out mouths...I highly recommend as we all know milk helps with spiciness. \n\nFinal verdict--I recommend this place if you love spicy food! The service is great and the food is good, so why not? That's a rarity for a new restaurant.", "Red King 2 has served me some of the best Szechuan food in Philly.\n\nLamb with Cumin - IMO, better than Han Dynasty. The lamb pieces are bigger, more tender, less greasy and definitely more flavorful.\n\nSpicy Boiled Fish - I love this dish, it's my go-to dish at any Szechuan place, and Red King delivered. It is spicy and leaves your tongue tingling, but definitely worth it.\n\nIt's definitely a place I'll frequent and am already looking forward to my next meal there.", "Love the ong choy & spicy fish we got! Free tea with dinner! The decor of the place is so nice and un-Chinatown. The bathrooms are clean. We went for dinner at 10pm. I love eating late meals. The only downside is that 10pm on Friday also meant we had to listen to the worst renditions of Mandarin & Cantonese songs (karaoke rooms upstairs).\n\nI swear to god, one song managed to turn Chinese words into \"AHHHHHHHHH EEEEEEE AHHHHHHHHH OOOOOOOO\" and in the melody of a wounded stray cat.", "It is cool to see Red King 2 opening. It is a new addition to the late night places to go in Chinatown. Red Kings 2 offer Szechuan food and is very spicy. They also offer karaoke rooms for a good price. Ask for that if you plan to go with a large group and wants to also do karaoke. \n\nThe food is good here, but you have to know what to order and what they specialized in. Service is good every time I come. I recommend the lamb with cumin, chicken in garlic sauce, eggplants in garlic sauce, the fish filet and etc. Come with friends and order different dishes to share is the best way to try out.", "With any new place, I normally look around at what other people are ordering to see of there's a commonly ordered dish (don't act like you haven't done it either.). From what I saw this night, it was the cucumbers and Dan Dan noodles. \n\nNow let me just say this. In no way am I saying that Han Dynasty is better than this place overall, but when it comes to cucumbers and Dan Dan noodles, HD is the reigning champion. \n\nThe entrees were enjoyable. Crawfish sautéed in chili , Pork ribs in cumin , and Szechuan scallops. There were so many options to choose from, it became a little too overwhelming. \n\nRed Kings isn't the best that Chinatown has to offer, but I would definitely come back to try out some of the other interesting items that I saw on the menu. The food wasn't bad. And it's open late so I'm bound to stumble inside on one of those drunken nights.", "4.5 stars. The food is authentic, fresh-tasting and delicious. Most of the Szechuan dishes here are probably way better than those at Han Dynasty (except the Dan Dan noodles - Han's will always have a special place in my heart - er, stomach). Tried the beef and tripe in hot chili oil - the meat was pretty standard but their hot chili oil is nicely spicy without being TOO spicy. Can't go wrong with any of the apps in chili oil. The fried spicy fish pieces were absolutely delicious, and the shredded beef with long hot peppers were good too. Snow pea leaves were a nice complement to all the spice. \n\nThe only way this place could possibly be better is if the food were just a little bit cheaper. And if they had Han Dynasty's Dan Dan noodles. That being said, prices are reasonable, the food is delicious, the place is open super late, and the service is friendly and better than at most Chinese places. Plus, their main clientele seem to be young transplants from China, who ostensibly have discerning tastes when it comes to Chinese food.", "Why is it that I always start with the sequels? Haha I could have easily gone to the Red Kings a half-block away! http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/the-insider/A-second-Red-Kings-in-Chinatown.html. Anyway, no matter, there is finally a Szechuan place that is not Han Dynasty that is actually more accessible to me :-) Forgive me, Han Dynasty, I will come back soon!\n\nGet the essentials: ma po tofu, red chilli-infested chicken (hehe), and a smoothie to extinguish the flames in your mouth ;-) I will tell you that I have tried other dishes, and they have been ok but not to the level of the versions by Han Dynasty. However, I will remove Red Kings II from the shadows of the Han Dynasty and say that I truly love their take on Szechuan food! Thank you, Red Kings II!", "Poor service. They canceled a room 2 hours before my group was supposed to be there today. It was for my friend's bachelorette party so I'm very disappointed. VERY. They had no excuse, only that the other party said they would stay until 2 and that they called me but I had no voicemail setup which is false. I reserved for 12 am, days before, in preparation. This is really poor service and I'm really reluctant to use them again or suggest them to others. Frankly I'm pissed off.", "Mmm mmm mmm\n\nCold spicy pork belly appetizer, szechuan crawfish, dan dan noodles, it's all amazing. \n\nKaraoke upstairs. BYOB. Great service.\n\nThey don't judge too hard late-night ;) - they're open until 4AM." ]

[ 4, 4, 5, 5, 4, 4, 4, 4, 1, 5 ]

[ "It's a Chick-Fil-A what more needs to be said. Well a lot. Since it just opened they had like 20 people working. One helping people into line, a few walking around asking people if they wanted refills, more busing tables and even more behind the counter. It was as efficient as a Chick-Fil-A could get. Everyone was dressed nicely, even the men wore ties. Now to the other part of this trip, which I found incredibly odd and have never witnessed at a Chick-Fil-A. Someone in the back yelled, \"Are you happy?\" Then all the employees responded, \"Yes I'm H-A-P-P-Y, woo!\" It was bizarre. Even so I had a wonderful trip and the food was delicious as always.", "\"Chick-A-Fil-A\" is one of those staples of the south that I only got to experience when I moved away from home. I have to say, it has the best breakfast chicken biscuit I've ever had.\n\nWhile they are still staffing a lot of people because they just opened, they are certainly going the extra mile to make sure you are satisfied with your visit.\n\nIf you've never had the \"Southern Hospitality Fast Food\" I certainly recommend stopping in for some Chicken.", "It's always packed even during times that should be \"off\". What is the fascination? \n\nAt least the service is semi-fast and the food is good by fast food standards, but not worth the wait.\n\nAvoid it like the plague unless you can figure out when they're not busy. I can't.", "OMFGLMAO!!! They have chicken.", "When I first went to this location, it was your average Chickfila experience.The food was fresh and the service was great.\n\nHowever, the second time I returned they hurried us through the drive-thru forgetting the majority of our food and then had an attitude about us wanting our stuff! The food we did receive was also barely warm. Needless to say, I was not a happy camper. How am I supposed to \"Eat Mor Chikin\" if said chicken is gross and/or missing from the bag? haha.\n\nI decided to give them one more try, in hopes the bad food and service was a fluke. Thankfully, it was! My grilled chicken sandwich and fruit cup were on point and they were nothing but fast, efficient and over the top friendly. They've remained this way ever since.\n\nNow, if they would only give me the recipe to that rad Chickfila sauce...", "Just in case you were wondering. This one is still closed on Sundays. AND AND AND...they have chicken in ALL varieties. Fried. Grilled. Spicey (eh not that spicey, but for fast food an A for effort). Only option that is truly missing from this Chickenstravaganza is my greatest wish from a restaurant....the always elusive \"Kill it yourself\" option. Wouldn't that be fun to go in the parking lot and get to choose. .22 pistol through the neck of the chicken or wring its neck out then go in the back to watch some high school kid freak out trying to figure out how to gut, de-feather (is this a word) and then cook my chicken in the same time frame they get you the fried and grilled options? It would be like The Running Man, but with Chicken.", "Personally, I think \"the Lord's chicken\" is overrated. Sorry y'all.", "This has to be cleanest, nicest chick-fil-a I've ever gone too. It's like a mini-super-overly nice Disney World. Its like, this magical world of the-best-customer-service that is so over the top I feel like a total loser wearing my shirt that says \"Friends-don't-friends-live-in-Detroit\" because these people are just SO nice its like I'm offending them. The chicken, fries, and ice cream and sweet tea good --but the people here must be hand picked from a land of rainbows, roses, animated bubble hearts. If the DMV hired all Chic-Fil-A employees the world be a PERFECT place.", "Pretty much you cannot NOT give Chick fil a 5 stars. They are always the sweetest people and make you feel good about getting a yummy chicken sandwich and fries. I love that they are so close to home how! The west side really needed this. Very spacious, with flowers on the tables, and a play area for kids. Hands down beats McDonalds any day of the week. I always leave with warm and fuzzies, and I'm sure you will too! (even if its from the chicken and fries you just ate!)", "I love Chick-Fil-A so much and was so excited to get one down the street from me! No more sudden realizations that I'm in Rivergate or Cool Springs and should take advantage of a Chick-Fil-A. I could go any time!\n\nBut. What. The. Hell.\n\nApparently Nashvillians don't know how to use a double lane drive through.\n\nAnd may I ask why the drive thru goes around the front of the restaurant instead of the back of the restaurant like every other damn fast food restaurant?\n\nThough, kudos for the free WiFi that I can use on my phone while I'm waiting twenty minutes in line at the drive thru.\n\nSo I avoid this place like the plague. I'll wait til next time I'm in Rivergate or Cool Springs for some amazing waffle fries." ]

[ 4, 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 2, 5, 5, 2 ]

[ "Place just opened up. Pizza was okay. Didn't have a salad. Two pizzas and two drinks was $20.00, which seems a little high for the product. Owners are very confident of their business and their food. I'm not.", "It was a very good experience! The dough is delicious and obviously homemade and numerous toppings to choose from. Service great. Not a chain but a couple opened after owning a place in northern IN. Definitely better than quickly place across the street. Quick and delicious.", "Fresh, flavorful ingredients. Friendly owners. The crust was delicious. Salad and dressing were fresh and delicious. Hubbard and Cravens iced tea. Food stands out against the chain competition, especially with their salads. I hope they do well in this location.", "This little place tucked behind McDonald's is a great addition to 96th Street. It's a nice alternative to project pie if you're not looking for something wild and artisanal. This is the pizza you grew up on, without having to wait 45 minutes for a delivery. don't be fooled by the price, this is not an entry-level pizza joint. I assume low overhead (no delivery or servers) keeps prices low. They are using top-notch ingredients and are not cutting corners on the cheese. The salads are fresh and a great option even when you don't want pizza. Stop in and give them a try!", "First time here. The pizza was great. Fresh dough and toppings. Service was friendly and fast. You won't regret stopping in give it a try.", "SLIMMS is a new pizza and salad place located in the old yogurt store. Pizza was very good with fresh ingredients. I will definitely visit them again. They are located behind the McDonalds on 96th street just down from the Sun King tap room.", "I was not much of a fan of this style of pizza after trying them out in a few chains. I did try Slimms and was impressed as the pizza was delicious. I don't care for paper thin crust and this was just thick enough to provide a good flavor with the toppings and even a little chew. It is around $7 for any pizza and is filling. I liked the BBQ chicken so much I took a colleague there the next day for round two. It is family owned by a husband and wife that run the counters and they provide a great atmosphere to enjoy a good pizza.", "Free breadsticks first and last operating hours. \nRegular business hours:\nSun. 11 AM - 8 PM\nMon. 10:30 AM - 8 PM\nTh. - Sat. 10:30 AM - 9 PM\nI plan to return to try the breadsticks during their special hour.\n\nMy Reach magazine that came in my mail had coupons. I used the $5 pizza coupons (limit 2) to make my 10\" personal pizzas (only size that they make) with all the toppings I like. The staff prepares the pizza in front of you as you select your toppings. They have garlic which is different, but I like it. That personal size was just the right amount for a meal.\n\nGluten free dough is $2 extra.", "I was in the area of 96th & I-69 getting ready to check out a flick at the nearby UA Galaxy. I had limited time and a definite hunger. While Steak n' Shake was an option, I'd heard about the opening of Slimms Pizza and Salads and decided to check them out. \n\nSlimms is located in the strip center directly across from UA Galaxy - there's a FedEx and AnyLabNow in close vicinity along with several other businesses. It's a relatively small storefront - you enter in a single glass door and are immediately in a small dining area with 3 higher tables along with 3-4 traditional tables. It's a functional, though not particularly inviting, atmosphere. \n\nI will confess I'm a little baffled by the notion of a 5-star rating for Slimms. While it was perfectly fine, I never even contemplated that it might get the \"highest\" rating available. They basically have as their selling point that your pizza is prepared in 4-minutes and that it's pretty darn affordable. They have free breadsticks during the first and last operating hours during the day, while they've also been running some mail coupons. I found their regular prices pretty reasonable including the special $5 one-topping pizza I chose. With a bottled iced tea, my meal came in at $6.96. Project Pie is nearby, but you'd be hard-pressed to get out of there for under a ten spot. \n\nThe pizza? This was slightly thicker than thin crust, though certainly nowhere near thick or pan-type pizza. My pizza was a six-slice concoction and I believe they're all 10\". The prices do go up according to number of toppings, though they have an unlimited topping option for $7. They also offer breadsticks, salads, and signature versions of both pizza and salad. Extras like garlic sauce and cheese sauce are an extra $.75. They also offer catering.\n\nFor me, Slimms was perfectly fine but definitely not a destination pizza spot. In a case tonight where I was in a rush, Slimms gave me a pretty good meal at a good price and got me in/out in a timely manner. There's part of me that wants to compare it to Little Caesars, though that might be a tad unfair as the ingredients are fresher. The decor is simple, though my sense is they're still getting settled. The walls looked a tad rougher than I'd expect from a fairly new business. The pizza, a pepperoni for me, had evenly distributed pepperoni that won't blow you away but isn't low-end either. I was disappointed at having to buy a bottled iced tea, but in this situation that's not a deal breaker. \n\nThe owner, or I believe he was the owner, was present and making the pizza. There was also a young man working the counter. Maybe Mark? Both were friendly and helpful. The young man cleared out a chair so I could sit at a table and also handled the pizza pan when I was done. \n\nEverything about this experience was \"slightly above average\" and three-stars feels almost perfect. I don't rule out that they could move up a notch at some point, though this is a very populated area for restaurants and, quite honestly, I could name 3-4 within a few blocks that would likely be a stop before I'd feel the need to return here. I do see in one review that there's supposed to be Hubbard & Cravens Iced Tea - maybe I just missed it. If so, that's a bummer and I'll check it out next time.\n\nI suppose I had my hopes a little higher, both in terms of dining experience and the pizza itself. I'm certainly not going to call Slimms a disappointment, but considering the current growth of the pizza scene in Indy it'll be interesting to see how a place serving up a more traditional pie works out - especially in the high volume area where it's located.", "This place is just right for what it is. You can get a pizza and a side salad that you pick out everything on all yourself for less than ten bucks. Is the pizza fantastic? No, but if I want to stop and get a pretty good pizza cooked quickly to my preferences and also get just the salad I want, this is where I will go. If I'm eating by myself or have missed dinner at home, this is a perfect way to pick up something tasty and healthy (well, the salad was healthy anyways). My kids loved the breadsticks - I can easily see this being a perfect place to bring kids, especially to let them pick out their own pizza." ]

[ 2, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 3, 4 ]

[ "Update: Dinner at Luke, 9/20/07\n\nWent to Luke for dinner with my dinner group and the meal was excellent! First we started off with Malpeque and some other non-Louisiana raw oysters. Delcious! Then I had the fried oyster and avocaldo salad. Again, delicious! Then I had the gourmet Luke burger and pommes frites which I shared with a fellow group member for half of her croque monsieur. The burger was much better than I thought it would be and the croque monsieur was fabulous. I also sampled the onion tart/pie/pizza looking item - it was very, very tasty. Might have been the best tasting item on the table!!!\n\n-----\n\nUpdate: Breakfast at Luke, 8/12/07\n\nConstruction is finally finished so you no longer have to go through the hotel lobby to get to restaurant. I love how the day's oyster selection 'greets' you on the bar as you walk in. Front dining room is very nice for a bistro-style place. I had the two poached eggs on crispy crab cakes with ham and the blood orange screwdriver. The crab cakes were simply perfect! Great crunch, very well seasoned, went perfectly with the poached eggs, ham and hollandaise sauce. Yummy!\n\n-----\n\nA recent addition to the scene, Luke is John Besh's new bistro style restaurant. \n\nThe place is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, but I've only been there for lunch a couple of times so far. If you like oysters, they have Louisiana oysters, but also Belon and Malpeque (selection varies) on the half shell as well. \n\nI don't think the word is out yet on this spot as it has been nearly empty every time I have dined there, but I have had some good cochon de lait and croque monsieur there on a recent decadent lunch there with a foodie friend. In fact, we had some much food there for lunch, we had to 'watch' dinner on TV that night!\n\nOne of my favorite new places, definitely worth a visit!", "What a great dinner!!!! It started off with a fabulous cocktail, oyster shooters and a few smooches. Oops I guess that only came with my dinner. Anyway, I had a wonderful time at the restaurant. My fiance' and I both had a wonderful meal and will definitely go back when we visit again.", "Great food and great drinks. My husband and I were in New Orleans for the first time right after Mardi Gras 2008. This place was great. We liked it so much that we went back again our last night just for drinks and dessert. I highly recommend this restaurant!", "Since my cousin was in need of someone to talk to, he called me and suggested meeting for dinner at Luke. I balked much because I had alot to do for school but the guilt in me wouldnt let me turn this invitation down.\n\nTo listen to my cousin complain about work and to eat great food.\n\nThe restaurant is attached to the Hilton and so really there is no seperate parking lot. As it is located in the Central Business District, parking off-street and paying by meter is one option or you can park at many of the pay by the hour parking lots in the area and walk over.\n\nThe place reminds me a bit about the Palace Cafe. The no-fuss design of the bar, the tables and chairs. It was all very country French bistro.\n\nAt any rate, I got there first and was told to wait by the bar for the other person, so I went and sat in front of the guy adjacent to the bar---the oyster shucker guy.\n\nHe had his own thing going own. I asked him what it was that he had going on down below the bar. I leaned across the bar to look and saw 6 compartments he was keeping fresh ice around.\n\nLobster tails, spiny lobster crab legs, squid, mussels, clams and lemons. \n\nI ordered a gin and tonic and chatted up with the oyster shucker. Pretty soon, he hooked me up with 4 different oysters---Hootenanny, Malbec, P&G, and some Canadian oysters --cant remember the name (it was french that much I do recall.)\n\nAll good and shucker asked which was my fave. My reply was the Washington State Hootenanny. Good stuff.\n\nBy that time, my cousin came and so we were seated.\n\nI had the Baked Oysters with bacon. It was ok. The Matzo ball and chicken soup was great. The fried oyster sald with apple bacon reminded me of Palace Cafe.\n\nAll good\n\nMy cousin had a prix fixe meal. For only 21 bucks, he had his choice of soup, an entree, and a dessert. Cannot beat that. His blanquette of veal was wonderful. Cooked down, it was so tender, you dont even need a knife to cut anything--the pieces break off so easily. It was wonderful. Im going to have to get that next time, but only on Thursday night for dinner.\n\nHere is a link to their menus:\n\nhttp://www.lukeneworleans.com/menus/menus.html\n\nThe service was good and I had to warn my cousin to keep his mouth shut or else I would never go to another restaurant with him again. You see, he is a chef and so he's always so critical at other restaurants and when he's not happy, he's quick to tell the server. \n\nAt any rate, it was all great and the food was well worth the price. I didnt feel overdressed--it ranged, but definitely no short shorts and flip-flops.\n\nReservations are recommended.", "Very nice and convenient. We stayed at the Hilton next door, arrived late (after 10pm) and even in the Big Easy expected little late at night. It was very good indeed, great, friendly service and the food (we chose simply - I chose the steak frites) hit the spot. Nice ambience, US version of a french bistro. Wouldn't be my first choise to eat in NO - but if you are up late and want something GOOD - this is it.", "As I found common in NOLA, no veg options on the menu, but they were so happy to accommodate. Luke had tons of different (and delicious sounding) sides, and our server asked if I'd like the chef to incorporate any of them into the dish. Feeling adventurous, I asked to just be surprised. I did the right thing, because I never would have come up with what I received by looking over the menu. My entree - lightly roasted vegetables over perfectly seasoned spetzel(!). Beets, turnips, green beans, asparagus, and tomatoes on top. My meat eating dinner companions raved about their picks, though I was too awe struck by my own meal to remember what they ordered. \n\nDesert for me was the apple & currant tatin. Best desert ever. Please feed me this for desert with my last meal on this planet. The strawberry shortcake (assumedly seasonal with local berries, and not on the menu) and chocolate-filled puff pastries also received much accolade. \n\nService here was great. No eyes batted at a split check request. Very helpful servers with our special requests and any and all inquiries about the menu.", "Went for Brunch after a day of Jazzfest and a night on the town with old friends. They brought a full french press of coffee just what I needed to start the meal. The server was not as attentive as I would have liked and I had to ask for water several times. But the hostess/manager was very friendly and chatted with us for a bit. The pace of the meal was perfect long enough to digest and enjoy between courses. The setting is beautiful it feels very retro with the old fans, tin roofs, and dark wood. The boudin noir was delicious. Followed by crawfish bisque with stuffed crawfish which taste perfectly seafoody with a hint of spices very subtle layered flavors. The Gumbo was also very good. I had beef short rib were tender but the presentation was a bit weak. The other meals were more of visual masterpieces. The crabmeat omelet was delicious and the home made fries were perfect. The grits were very creamy.and the pan fried trout was fabulous. This a really great place to come to try out John Besh food on without the hefty price tag.", "This is a very nice brasserie. I happened upon this place purely by accident when I arrived in town on Friday. I had to stop at the local tailor and had an hour to kill. I didn't realize at the time that it was a john besh restaurant. I entered about 2pm on a Friday and was the only person there. The service was excellent. I sat at the bar, it was a pretty open layout with a lot of dark wood. I had some raw oysters that were briny and fresh and tried a glass of reasonably priced champagne. I tried their foie gras terrine after that which was served nicely with some crackers. It was a very good light lunch on a hot summer day. I will go again.", "This was perhaps the best meal we had during our time in New Orleans. We decided to give Luke a try for a change of pace and because we wanted to see whether a John Besh restaurant actually lives up to the hype. In a couple words: hell yes!\n\nOur meals consisted of the following:\n\n* \"Le Plateau\" of jumbo Louisiana Shrimp (1/2 dozen): Humangous shrimp that were juicy and oh so fresh. It saddens me how Chicago's seafood can not even begin to compare to what the folks down in New Orleans get to eat.\n\n* Pate of Louisiana rabbit and duck livers: I developed a newfound appreciation for/obsession with pate from my trip to Paris last year. Luke's pate was absolutely phenomenal. The pate is served in a little jar and comes with an assortment of garnishes as well as some \"country bread croutons\". After we went through the first batch of croutons, we got a second helping and proceeded to polish that off too. That's how good the pate was. \n\n* Moules et Frites: A French bistro staple, Luke's version of it did not disappoint. First off, the portions are absolutely massive and the mussels themselves are ridiculously plump and fresh. Our server taught us a little trick on how to use the mussel shells as pinchers for removing the meat -- so clever and effective! The mussel broth made for a perfect dipping sauce for the frites. Terrific dish and yet another reminder of how New Orleans seafood kicks major ass.\n\nI also got a cocktail called the French 75, which was basically cognac, lemon juice and champagne. Very refreshing on a hot muggy day!\n\nService was terrific -- friendly and polite, what one would expect dining in the South. Prices were very reasonable and the ambiance is relaxing and inviting, which I much preferred over the rowdiness that one might find while dining at a restaurant on Bourbon St. All in all, it was a fantastic meal. Consider me a believer of John Besh!", "Today's lunch was the reason I started yelping! I went on Thursday because I like veal and a yelper said that would be the special. My lunch cost $20.00, including tax and ice tea. The bread was hot and fresh and they must put something in the butter because it was real good. The crawfish bisque came highly recommended and it was a good idea. A little seafoody, if you know what I mean, but since it was seafood I guess that was right. The veal was unbelievable! It fell apart and was just fatty enough to make it perfect. It came on a bed of home made pasta that was great and with roasted green beans and small carrots. The lunch special (entree and soup) was $15 and I think the dinner special was $21 for entree, soup, and desert. Check their website (link in another yelp review) for daily specials. Such a great meal that I'm planning on bringing my wife to NOLA in the near future for a few days and this meal made me decide to do it soon. Setting was great, atmosphere was superb, service was exceptional, food was five star - without a doubt. I've given a few 5 stars for atmosphere and unique food - but this is a REAL five star restaurant with a three star price. From Canal, it's one block from Bourbon and about two blocks off Canal. Lunch portion was huge - I can't even imagine the dinner portions. I'm coming back every time I come to NOLA!" ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 5, 4, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "Sipping on organic green ice tea from HipCityVeg which just opened today! I didn't get a chance to try anything else, since I found it on the way to Rittenhouse Square after already picking up a mediocre lunch in comparison to what is on the menu here!\n\nVegans, vegetarians and mostly plant-based diet folks: rejoice! Everything is YOU-friendly and they even have stuff for kids. I am returning tomorrow for the Ziggy Burger (smoked tempeh and \"special sauce\") or maybe the Philly Steak sandwich. Definitely going to try the Green Lemonade (fresh squeezed with KALE juice and agave nectar!). I feel healthier already.\n\nThis joint will be great for lunch and a casual dinner, but there isn't a lot of seating so it's likely take-out or picnic in the park kind of food. Prices arange from $7.50 - $9 for burgers/sandwiches/salads, with sides at $4 and drinks and sweets around the $2.50 - $5, which is reasonable to me considering its fresh and some things are organic. \n\nHas potential for 5 star rating, I just haven't tried everything yet. If the Ziggy Burger is remotely as good as the Tempeh Reuben at The Remedy Diner in Durham, NC, this place will be a solid 5 star joint in my book. \n\nHooray! I am so glad they are here!", "Popped in to HipCityVedge on it's opening day \"just to look,\" and walked out with the most delicious on-the-go vegan sweet treat I've ever had. The vanilla \"Five Dollar Shake\" (made with coconut- and soy-based products) combined with the magical \"Banana Whip\" (made with bananas. seriously just bananas) and topped off with some perfectly fresh raspberries made the first 80+ degree day of the year a perfect one. I ate the entire thing. And not slowly. So. Good.\n\nAnd they were kind enough to accommodate my bizarre menu request - on opening day no less, when things were already crazed. And only for a slight added charge bringing my joyous afternoon to a cost of about $6. Praise to high heaven goes to the whole team over there for making it happen.\n\nIf you're not feeling something so decadent, the \"Groothie\" (apples, kale, pineapple, you know) is also just stellar.\n\nCan't wait to go back for a meal. Very excited that the more casual half of Horizons soul has now been reincarnated as a sandwich (or in my case, compostable cup).", "I tried HipCityVeg out yesterday and I really love the concept. I already had my mind set to try the ziggy burger and sweet potato fries and when it comes to food like burgers, I don't need it to imitate the real thing, so when I saw that the burger looked like the real thing when I walked in, I was a teeny tiny bit disappointed but figured if it's good it would work out wonderfully if ever I do get a burger craving (new vegan over here). \n\nAnd it was really tasty and flavorful, had a bbq smokey flavor which I'm not sure if it came from the burger or the sauce on it but it would indeed work as a nice replacement if I were to get a burger craving, I don't see myself buying it often otherwise again just based on my own preferences vs the burger itself.\n\nThe sweet potato fries were typical pre-packaged for restaurants style which I found disappointing based on the price point. I pay $4 for SP fries at 500 degrees, but they're hand cut and the amount is massive. For a regular size fry that's not hand cut IMO $4 is too much, even with the black bean sauce that came with it (which was actually tasty btw) packaging may be a factor but essentially don't see me paying for these often. \n\n\n**Just in case someone else would like to base their sweet potato fry review off of what I've noted here LOL, I'm not bashing HCV just informing, opinions will vary.**\n\n\nLastly I brought a cupcake, it looked so good just staring at me by the counter I couldn't resist. I really enjoyed the cupcake. i haven't tried a ton of vegan cupcakes and unlike my burger this is something I'd like to taste as much like the \"original\" as possible and this cupcake came through for me.\n\nOverall despite my burger preference and not really a fan of the price for the fries, I had a great experience and I plan on going back to try something else today. I love that I have another vegan option in the area that's and serving up fast food with plenty of healthy options.", "Day two and already knocking it out of Rittenhouse Square. In the interest of full disclosure, I have a five-year history as a vegetarian ending in 2006 and I currently eat meat on a semi-regular basis. With that in mind, I left HipCityVeg satisfied and stuffed well beyond my expectations. I arrived just before noon with a decent crowd contemplating a focused and otherwise perfect menu that appears, on first glance, to balance veggie-only options with the less-adventureous interests of those looking for a meat-like meal with veg sensibilities. I ordered the Philly Steak with a side of sweet potato fries. The fries arrived first and tasted heavenly; perfectly cooked and seasoned with a slightly, almost battered crunch that, to me, defines an exceptional sweet potato fry. The portion was small, hence a \"side,\" but dam they were filling and deliciously good. Worthy every penny, period. The sandwich arrived next in a soft, chewy long roll generously filled with onions, mushrooms, faux steak, \"cheese\" sauce, and ketchup. FYI for future patrons, the menu doesn't mention the faux steak or \"cheese\" sauce. Either way, the Philly Steak sandwich was a great nod to the local favorite. Think of subtle cheese-steak goodness in the grilled onions and mushrooms mixed with a prominent flavor in the faux meat, \"cheese\" sauce, and ketchup reminiscent of a hearty stroganoff. Delicious, devoured, done. My compliments to all involved. I will be back, that much you can count on.", "I felt pretty bad for the slew of girls working behind the counter and in the kitchen. It was 1pm on day 2 for HipCityVeg, and the place was packed. I waited nearly 40 minutes for the Jerk Caesar salad, and watched a dude walk in and out in a mere 10 minutes with a veggie burger. Didn't make a lot of sense, but we were patient. The girl stuffing food into paper bags threw us a complimentary pair of chocolate chip cookies, which was nice. They tasted great. But when have you ever had a bad vegan cookie?\n\nThe vegan Jerk Caesar salad was fantastic, but it was small. It was in a container the size of a side salad, and for $9.63 I thought it should have been bigger. It was topped with strips of jicama, plaintain chips, and the best fake chicken I've had. You could totally tell Horizons (RIP) was behind it all. Again, I think it should have been around $6.50/$7 but hey, maybe I'm just not used to midtown lunch prices just yet. The sandwiches were sizable and I'll definitely be back to try one.", "I've been veggie for about seventeen years, and one of the things I miss the most is a good chicken sandwich. I mean I've had some passable sandwiches in the past, but nothing like the Hip City Ranch. Dear god, it was like being transported back into my teenage mallrat high waisted jeans boy scoping cassette single buying self, and that was just the first bite. There is something so very satisfying about this sandwich, it's battered just right, with a few extra crispy pieces hanging off the bun. The ranch sauce is perfection and the bun held together nicely (a pet peeve of mine) while adding to the flavor of the sandwich. I also got a lemonade (sweetened with agave, super refreshing and delicious) and a side Caesar salad. At first glance the salad seems a bit sparse, with only dressed lettuce, a few plantain chips for garnish and some jicama throughout, but the taste is amazing, and I'm aware that's pretty much all a Caesar salad is anyway. The dressing is really spot on, and plentiful. I am super excited to go back and try every last menu item. \n\nThe people are super friendly, food came out fast, and it's cute inside. Definitely not the best place to eat in, as there's a counter facing the street, and two or three tables lining the walls.", "Had to scope out HipCityVeg after all the surrounding media brouhaha and, I have to admit, I'm a bit disappointed.\n\nTHE GOOD:\n+ Convenience. 18th and Sansom. Could it be any more at the core of center city lunch walkability? I think not.\n+ Healthy and Vegetarian. Honestly, it's difficult to get quick, quality AND healthy lunches in the prime center city area. My usual go-to for this is Pure Fare, but it's just a weeee bit out of the way.\n+ Plastic without a $10 minimum (including Amex). This makes life easier considering all pay comes electronically these days (goodbye inconvenient ATM \"I need cash\" trips).\n+ Speed. Let's face it, sometimes you're in a rush. With 10 people taking orders and/or prepping food, wait time is kept to a minimum here.\n\nTHE BAD: \n+ To be fair, I've only tried one sandwich here thus far (curry tofu wrap) but still, it was just okay. It had an overly \"mayonnaisey\" taste which overpowered anything liking to a spiced curry flavor. How disappointing. Also, the wrap to filling ratio was a bit imbalanced - I'm talking first bite = 100% pure wrap. The worst.\n+ SMALL space. I get it - rent is astronomical in the center city square butttt only 3-4 small tables? If the line gets longer than 10 people, you are going to be outside. This is quite unpleasant in the rain and/or cold. Either way, be prepared to get your meal to go.\n\nTHE UGLY: \n+ Okay, this isn't necessarily \"ugly\" but they were out of the five dollar shake today which I was DYING to try. \"Coconut and soy based\" ... whatever that means? Either way I love both of those ingredients to pieces and must try them combined, stat.\n\nWord on the street is the Ziggy burger is the way to go. I'll be back.", "I tried the Ziggy Burger on Wednesday, and enjoyed the food and came back on (4/20) and had a very disappointing experience.\n\nI stood in line for 20 minutes and ordered a Philly Steak. Before I was finished putting my wallet away, they called my name - my order was ready. I was suspicious, rightfully so.\n\nMy office is not a block away, I sat down to eat immediately and the food was cold. Not luke warm, but cold. I suspect the sandwich had been sitting for a while, pre-made. On top of the sandwich being cold, the preparer was very stingy with the meat!! Each bit left me with a mouth full of bread, soggy with ketchup. To make matters worse, the sandwich was on a long roll that was not cut in half, but cut completely open on both long sides of the roll. Who does that?\n\nI tried calling right away, but received a voice mail. I emailed the owner, she sent me a coupon for a sandwhich on the house and everything that was wrong the first time was much better this time!\n\nI had the cupcake, I couldn't tell it was vegan. The frosting was delicious and the cake was moist. Yum!", "Stopped in around 2pm on a Thursday and the place was PACKED. Ordered the crispy chick'n sandwich - the \"Hip City Ranch.\" Just enough ranch sauce (hate when there is too much) and the bun to chick'n ratio was perfect. Held together nicely and wasn't too messy. Flavors were good and I love pickles on anything... Also got the iced green tea - not too sweet, just how Iike it. And of course, grabbed a cupcake. It was a little overly sweet for my taste, but I'm a pretty picky cupcake eater. \n\nThe staff was really friendly and despite the line I was in and out in less than 10 minutes. Only gave it four stars because my order total was over $17. Granted I won't always get an iced tea and cupcake, but still a little pricey.\n\nCan't wait to get back and try some of the other sandwiches. Overall a really great place! The menus are cute, too.", "got the chicken ranch on the first day of opening, it was great. got the ziggy burger the next time i went in, it was ok. the patty taste like a boca burger, nothing special.\n\nthe fries and dipping sauce are excellent. \n\ni was given a free smoothie on that first day, it was great as well. the second time around i tried the green lemonade. it was very good. not too sweet. quenching.\n\ni am looking forward to trying more items for sure. my only complaint would be the name of the restaurant. i dont even like saying it out loud. also, the 'groothie' name. i would think 'green smoothie' or 'kale smoothie' would work much better, as that's what it is known by across the board. its like how starbucks makes up annoying names for coffee.\n\nso yeah, food is great. the shtick is too much." ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 5, 4, 5, 3, 5, 4, 3 ]

[ "Ordered take out and everyone loved the food. Service is still a little slow and the dine in line was LONG. Glad I ordered take out as there is a separate station to pickup the order. Place is VERY small.", "Would give Zero stars if option were available. This is a franchise place that does not come close to comparing with the legit Smoke Houses now in The area like Blue Oak or McClures. Long wait in line for lunch resulted in almost inedible St Louis style ribs and dry brisket. Servers were seemingly lost in space. I think they belonged flipping burgers at McDonalds. Never ever returning", "Food was great. Line took FOREVER!! Not exactly sure why. There were only about three families in line in front of me, but I waited in the line for 20 full minutes!??", "Had the brisket sandwich with two sides and a drink for 9.99 - Great barbecue at an affordable price. Wonderful side such as potato casserole cream spinach baked beans green beans", "Had brisket, chicken, and ribs, with sides of mac & cheese and baked potato casserole. The brisket was very good. However, the chicken was too dry, the ribs were dry and tasted very salty. Mac & cheese way way way too much cheese (could be good for children??) . Would not return. However, the servers are very nice, service was good, and the place is small but cute.", "I never write reviews but this place was so bad I felt obligated to warn others. They don't have many of the items the online menu offers. The service was confused at best. The prices are absurd but most importantly the food was AWFUL! The chicken had an odd texture, like maybe it was pre-boiled. I having a suspicion that the food is cooked off site and heated at the \"restaurant\". However it wasn't even heated; it was served cold. The containers of sides, as well as the BBQ sauce, were only 1/2 full, which is probably a good thing bc the mac&cheese tasted boxed & the BBQ beans straight from a can - again, not heated. Insult to injury, they shorted us a side. Honestly the taste & quality of a BAD t.v. dinner.", "I had the pulled pork sandwich and the original westerner to go. The pork was dry and bland, and they totally messed up the westerner, they gave me pulled pork instead of the original (which comes with brisket and kilbasa). There's much better bbq to be had in new orleans. Not to mention in the pictures they advertise they have cheese and pickles on the sandwiches, but they don't actually put those on, i'm sure they charge extra for that.", "The sauce and potato salad are good. It is over priced and they do not give generous portions.", "The most bland food I've ever had. Completely overpriced and not worth it at all. Taco bell has better flavor and portion size", "Don't know why they have low stars. Food is good. They have good specials that are affordable. The lines sometimes do take time, but food fresh. The restaurant is not very big so it does get busy at lunch. We have gone multiple times and will go back." ]

[ 3, 1, 3, 5, 2, 1, 1, 3, 1, 4 ]

[ "A Nashville landmark and obligatory stop on the toursit circuit, they say you will see celebrities here (I once saw Kevin Costner). The line is outrageously long but it actually moves pretty fast and it is actually worth it. Best pancakes I've ever had. Go with a group so you can each order a different pancake conconction... they are all so intriguing and it is impossible to decide. I like waking up before 7 on a Sunday to beat the crowd and going there with the paper. Service is very friendly in an authentic, warm Southern way.", "If you get there around 7am you can get the best breakfast in town without the wait. If you are not a morning person, plan on waiting a really long time. I definitely recommend the Sweet Potato Pancakes and the Pigs in a Blanket. \n\nI do have to say that I would never deal with that kind of line for breakfast.", "Go early or wait in an awfully long line. They have the largest pancake selection that I've ever seen. The sweet potato pancakes and Swedish pancakes were excellent. I just wish that they would bottle and sell the ginger cream that is served with their pancakes.", "I'm not sure how I grew up here and never managed to go to this place before. I always heard how great it was, but never felt like waiting in the perpetually long lines. So I was surprised to see it mostly empty when I was back visiting for xmas. I guess I got there at just the right time (around 2:15). After taking a look at the menu i immediatly started to kick myself for passing this place by so many times before. Usually, I can pretty quickly zero in on the one or two things I'm interested in on a menu. But here, just about everthing looked good, and I had a really hard time deciding. I ended up getting the sweet potato pancakes with powdered sugar and cinnamon syrup. Incredible. The sweetness got a little overwhelming towards the end, but that was my fault for going crazy with the syrup. I also tried the blueberry pancakes, which were less over-the-top but still just as delicious. I wish I was in town longer so I could go back and try some of the other stuff. I wonder how the non-pancake fare is? They had some omelettes that looked pretty tasty. \n\nThe only thing that i didn't really like was the service, which kind of made me feel like there was, in fact, a line of people around the block waiting to get in. Maybe it just becomes habit after a while? It wasn't bad, just felt a tad bit rushed. \n\nI would recommend this place to anyone, and certainly go back, even if it means waiting in line forever to get a table.", "We got there at quarter to eight on a Saturday morning and only had to wait a few minutes to get a table. I was impressed with the variety of pancakes on the menu. It took a while for us to make up our minds, but the waitress didn't seem to be in a hurry at all.\n\nI had the potato pancakes, which needed to be served with a little butter, not just sour cream. They were very tasty and satisfying. I'd definitely go back, just to try a few of the other things on the menu. Prices were definitely reasonable.", "MMMmmmmmMM. Who doesn't like pancakes? That is the question. \n\nSo, they really have a leg up here from the get go. I tried the blueberry pancakes, I went a little safe, but they did not disappoint. I also ordered a side of grits and bacon. It's hard to mess those up, and they sure didn't. Everything was perfect. \n\nThe wait wasn't that bad either for the place. Even though the line was out the door it was only about 15 minutes.", "On a three day trip to Nashville, I was determined eat here because of the great reviews. \n\nDay one was too late; it was closed.\n\nDay two, I went around 8am, and what I saw was a cute little brick restaurant, maximum capacity of 100, with a line spilling out into the street. I didn't have time for that so I promised myself that I'd make things right on...\n\nDay three. Third time's a charm. Boy, was I glad that I made it work. I got there a little past 7am on Easter morning, and the wait was no more than 10 minutes. My first trip to the south, I had to have the sweet potato pancakes that were absolutely the best ever! They were hot cakes that lived up to their name. There's a touch of cinnamon that makes it savory and sweet - it tasted like Christmas. The bacon was EXACTLY the perfect crispness that I like. Coffee was perfect as well (not too dark or bitter or sour).\n\nIt was the perfect ending to a great trip.", "WOW! Best pancakes and hashbrowns I've ever had. I've had the small appetite plate, four buttermilk cakes, egg and bacon (done perfectly crispy!) and a side of hashbrowns. Nummers! Then I had french toast, which was good. I'll go back today and have something else...not sure what yet. The choices are vast. \n\nWe've waited up to 15 minutes, but it moves pretty fast. And no one tells you, but you pay at the counter on your way out :)", "They are JUST pancakes...nothing more nothing less...For a truly great breakfast hit up the Copper Kettle's Sunday brunch!", "What is the big deal with this place, anyway? People line up around the block, and for what? Hype, as far as I can tell. There was absolutely not a damn thing special about my breakfast. Maybe a step up from IHOP, but not deserving of a long wait by any standard. Large portions, sure; but you can get that most anywhere in the South for breakfast. I have nothing special to tell you about my meal, or my friends' meals which I tasted. Just standard breakfast fare. And my breakfast potatoes are WAY better! I don't know, I would skip this place unless you're starving and there happens to not be a line that day. I'd rather eat at Noshville even." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 4, 3, 4, 5, 4, 2, 2 ]

[ "Lovely little restaurant which was converted from a house...lots of history to this place. The patio area is romantic and the bar is fun to hang out in. Very good food and surprisingly not expensive. Amazing brunch on Sundays. You know this place is great when Pamela Anderson, Brad Pitt, Jennifer Aniston, and Bill Belamy (heh heh) have been seen dining there.", "You would think that because I live in the Mission district of San Francisco, I could take a break from having a burrito, right? No way, and the Paradise Cafe proves my point. Great little breakfast place in downtown SB with a little dish I just couldn't pass up, the Huevos Venezuela. It's basically a fancy way of saying 'breakfast burrito' with eggs, black beans, peppers, cheese and salsa on the side served with potatoes. Easily the best way I've ever had eggs prepared.", "Meh. I had heard good things about this place, but I feel that it's overrated. The patio area was cute, but the chairs were pretty uncomfortable. Plus they sat us right in ripe smelling distance from the porta-potties (I think they're remodeling their bathroom or something). I had the huevos valenzuela-- meh again. It did the trick but was a bit bland. I don't know. Service was pretty good. Maybe this place would have warranted 4 stars if it weren't for the wafting breezes of urine stench.", "Best Burger in Santa Barbara. I'm a huge gourmet burger fan and for that alone I give it 5 stars. Some of their other dishes are hit or miss but they cook a mean filet mignon and their chicken salad is also quite tasty.", "Great atmosphere - the outdoor seating and cute decor drew me in. It's right near State but more tranquil. The food was good - great place for an upscale brunch. Downside: the service was slow tho they were training someone new so maybe it was bad timing. Conclusion: I'll definitely be going back.", "Visited and had brunch. Enjoyed the food and had good service. FYI - The large OJ ($3) is tiny. I preferred the Orange Juice waffles ($6ish) over the Blue Corn waffles ($6-7ish) but overall they weren't really that impressive. The omelettes were good, but I've had better. Don't recommend the muffins. Would I go back? Yea, but I\"d go for a burger instead. Those got rave reviews.", "I visited here on my second night in Santa Barbara and had the wood roasted half chicken. Great smokey oak grilled flavor, a little more salt would have made it great, but instead it was just ok. Same for the oak grilled prawn appetizer, great grilled flavor, mediocre salsa accompaniment.", "Came to Santa Barbara to experience Summer Solstice and happened upon this restaurant as a recommendation from a friend. Perhaps it was the combination summer solstic, the company, the table on the lanai, the food, the vino, and dessert - I will have to try it again. Great compliment to the craziness at Solstice :)", "Paradise at Paradise Cafe came to me in the form of a mean little Bloody Mary, as I sat on the porch on a warm Sunday afternoon. Believe me, I come from a long semi-dysfunctional family history of Bloody Marys, and this one was pretty close to perfect. Not too much pepper, or horseradish. Not sweet, thank god. A fresh, crunchy celery stick, and just the right dose of cajun spice and tobasco. Balanced, my friends.\n\nThe burger, I felt, was less than paradise-caliber. But I'll go back for drinks on the porch. Especially when the family visits.", "Another great little place to eat in Santa Barbara. But, we'll get to the food in one minute. First thing, the happy hour....love it! Something like 2.50 Bass is always nice...and the bar area downstairs is really nice. Has a old school kinda feeling. Also, check out the mural on the wall behind the bar...I guess it tells the story of some Mexican folk story or something...but it's pretty sweet...\n\nAs for the dinner and the rest of the restaurant, I must say, it's sweet. So sweet. Being in Santa Barbara, you got have a nice patio area, and Paradise Cafe has one of the nicest in town. I came here for my birthday a few years ago, and had a great time. One thing I would say, is before they remodeled the bathrooms a bit ago, they totally reminded me of like a middle school bathroom with all the little tiles and what not...but maybe that was just me...\n\nThe food here is great. I've also been here so many times, I couldn't count. My favorite thing here to order, with out a doubt, is the Paradise Burger, easily one the best I've ever had in a restaurant. I would say the best in Santa Barbara....but there is the Habit right down the block...but still, it's amazing. Chili is also very good. \n\nExtensive wine list." ]

[ 5, 5, 3, 5, 4, 4, 3, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "This fish market was recommended by my neighbor. It specializes on selling live Maine lobsters at wholesale price. The owner used to run wholesale business so he knows how to choose the best seafood. \n\nIf you prefer prepare your own seafood dishes, you should try this shop. Friday is the best day to shop for fish. I bought some crayfish. Mannnn, good stuff! On Friday, I went back and bought few 1 pound red snappers. These fishes were excellent. \n\nThey also serve soup, sandwich, seafood bucket and steam lobsters on site. It looks good but I skipped because the place smell like fish ;(. After all, it is a fish market. But if you don't mind, you will enjoy the fresh steamed lobster plate. You just need to imagine you are on the beach. \n\nCheck their website before you go. www.lobsterhaven.com.", "Took the wife and kiddo here for a Saturday nite dinner and we loved it! Casual and laid back market / dining room and a super friendly staff make you feel at home immediately... And it's BYOB! The seafood was simple and fresh and well prepared and the prices very reasonable... Lobster is king here but the shrimp and shellfish were excellent as well... We'll be back for sure!", "So when you aren't in a place where you could actually hear somebody say the word Chowder - or you aren' looking for the Keys to the Caa then this is just about as close as you will get to having a live Maine Lobster that actually looks healthy instead of the poor excuse that you would see in the seafood section of the grocery store. On top of that in the restaurant section you can get everything from a few pound lobster to shrimp to steamed clams. What I am telling you is this is a seafood market with the best claws in town and some of the best seafood in the area.", "Went to Lobster Haven today for a lobster roll, but instant had all you can eat blue crabs. You receive a bowl of she crab soup which was thick and creamy with little pieces of crab could use more crab but was very good. Then you received 1 small deviled crab. I don't know much about deviled crab this is something I don't really eat. It was a lot of breading some spice and their maybe little bits of crab in their. Top with sriracha. It was ok. Then came out the big platter of Blue Crab. They start you out with 8 nice size Blue Crabs. They were really good first time having them with old bay seasoning my favorite are butter and garlic. I had 7 males and 1 female, but the males are the best! Nice and sweet and a little firm. They also come with 3 half pieces of corn that were also sweet and tender. I was getting a little full but I wasn't expecting to have all you can eat Blue Crabs for lunch, but I did order 4 more. And they were all males too. Tender and sweet. $15.99. My dad ordered the Lobster Roll. Which is what I came for! He's first roll. The roll was served the traditional way lightly buttered and toasted hot dog bun. Lobster meat was mixed with very little mayo and the bun had a strip of lettuce on it. Served with chips and mayo slaw. $14.99. He enjoyed it very much. Also liked the slaw too. He liked it so munch he didn't even offer me a bite. What a father? HAHA\n\nCheck out my pictures at ShancesFoodTour.blogspot.com", "I found this place on Google, was visiting from out of town. Its kind of like a fish market with New England seafood. They had lobster, steamers, etc plus local seafood. They also have a dine-in area. We dined in and had lobster. Prices were great, as in it was cheaper to get a sit-down lobster dinner here than it would be to go to a local grocer and get lobster to steam at home. They had a huge number of live lobsters, ranging from small chicks to over 4lb'ers. Largest selection of live lobsters I've ever seen outside of New England. Staff was super-friendly. Their chowders are totally awesome, just like in New England. The prices were wholesale, close to what you'd pay in New England. Large selection of seafood. Highly recommend this place. Wish I lived closer, I'd definitely be a regular customer.", "Whilst visiting family on vacation, the wife found this hidden place when searching for \"lobster roll\". This business serves everything from lobster tails, crab legs, squid, and even frog legs; and yes they even have a lobster farm!\nTalk about fresh! When we ordered 2 Lobster Rolls, the employee started de-shelling freshly cooked lobster right there, and in 10 minutes lunch was served!\nWe will definitely be coming back here again!", "Great fresh clams, shrimp, and lobster. While I continue to regularly shop at Lobster Haven, the employees that work here are not at all friendly, in fact, they often act like it is an imposition to wait on you. I do think that probably turns some people off to the point of coming here once, and not returning.", "I was craving seafood in a big way this afternoon and Lobster Haven hit the spot. \n\nThere is nothing pretentious about Lobster Haven- simple decor, meat case in the front, lobster tanks in the back. The owner is from Maine, and while I wouldn't call the place a haven of Southern Hospitality, everyone was nice and helpful. The owner even took a few minutes out of his time to give me an update on the large stock of lobsters in place. \n\nThe food we had was simple- 1 1/2 lb lobsters. There was no arguing the quality of the seafood as it all had the sweetness that indicates freshness. These crustaceans were cooked well as the meat held together and yet avoided that stringiness. The presentation was clean. Overall, it was well worth the price paid. \n\nReally, there are no complaints when it comes to Lobster Haven. They are a simple seafood shack modeled after the places up north, and they have accomplished that perfectly.", "During our last summer vacation , we are visiting an big Flea Market and my favourite Aquarium shop (P.S. Coral Corral at Oldsmar - Tampa) , when we have found this little fish restaurant (please ... don't alert my aquarium fish I am a great \"fish eater\".... =) .\nThe fish is very fresh and the food is very good , price is cheaper and the quality and flavour GREAT !!!\nNext year I will return here with all my family !! I promise !", "I can't believe that I've lived around the corner from this place and never tried it until tonight. \n\nExcellent seafood; the lobsters are imported from Maine and are very tasty. The lobster roll is recommended. The staff were very patient and friendly. It's not the place for ambiance, but for good seafood, look no further." ]

[ 4, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 2, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "Awesome hidden gem we found! Great private back patio, lovely ambiance, and amazing guacamole and queso. BEST HAPPY HOUR IN NEW ORLEANS!!!", "This place is amazing!!!! great food, great margaritas, and great ambiance! The service amazing, super friendly people! GO EAT AND DRINK HERE!!!!!", "I loved Foodies (the restaurant here before they reopened as La Casita) but it was always pretty slow service. Unfortunately, La Casita is infinitely slower. Come on, guys - how long does it take to get two waters and chips to a table when there are only two tables occupied in the entire restaurant? Answer: almost 15 minutes. Worse still, you'll wonder what you were waiting for when the food arrives. My chicken tacos were bland - beans and rice nothing special. My lunch mate had the seafood tacos and said a few hours later, \"Ugh, I can still taste that shrimp.\" Not a ringing endorsement. Maybe it will improve in time but it's not worth the investment of time or money at this point. Spend your taco dollars elsewhere.", "I really enjoyed La Casita. The service could have been a little faster, but the delay was hardly noticeable. The server was very knowledgeable on the menu and had a great personality. The tables are a little cramped for a party of more than 2, but they have little control over that and have maximized the space very well. Their carnitas tacos were fantastic! I really like the ancho serrano (read: hot) salsa they offered as a topping. Also, the guac was the perfect consistency (chunky with big pieces of tomato and onion). Great spot for lunch and they do happy hour from 3-6.", "This place has the potential to be a 4-star place, but isn't quite there yet. We ate dinner last night during Jammin on Julia, and for one thing, this is a VAST improvement over Foodies at the same location. That place seemed to be allergic to flavor. \n\nThe decor and service was very nice I thought. While I would have been happier had the final four been on TV (rather than cheerleading and high school swimming), that's not why we were there. The music was very good. The service was EXCELLENT, and we were checked on several times, though not in an annoying way. Very good. The place is nice. The courtyard will be nice when it warms up a bit too. \n\nThe menu is limited, and I wish there were some more options. The tacos we had were all really nice, though a good carne asada taco would be a good addition. These are basically street food tacos with thought. Nice stuff. Ingredients all seemed fresh and was tasty. The shredded beef could use some more seasoning, but the port was delish. The salsa we got as an appetizer was freakin awesome. The rice and beans that came with the meal were great too, but maybe a bit on the salty side. That being said, this is a very limited menu. I wish they would expand to include things beyond tacos. Get a great ceviche on there! Maybe some classic mole! Proper mexican food is such a wonderland, filled with a million things beyond tacos. Some broadened flavor profiles would make this place rock. \n\nCocktails were great! I love a good margarita. Prices were extremely fair. I would gladly pay more for a more complex creation. $8.50 for 2 tacos with rice and beans is hard to argue with. \n\nMy one real complaint, and this really should be fixed immediately. The chips served with really outstanding salsa (off the appetizer menu) were standard store bought bagged chips. They are kinda crappy. You could elevate this place DRAMATICALLY if you made chips fresh. At least to this transplant from the west coast, this is what takes a godo mexican place and makes it a great mexican place. Its easy to do. It's cheap. And it makes all the difference in the world! PLEASE!", "I stopped in for lunch and had two of the best soft tacos I'd ever eaten! \n\nI wasn't expecting a gourmet experience, however both the pulled pork and grilled shrimps were seasoned to perfection, and the toppings were unique and delicious (ever had fresh cabbage on a taco? it's delicious!)\n\nThe staff is also very friendly and fun - great experience!", "This is a nice place. I wouldn't call it true Mexican, but tasty none the less. I recommend the Mission tacos. They are shrimp tacos with cabbage and other garnishing. The margaritas are great. I would recommend on the rocks. Happy hour drinks are $4 but if you miss it look to spend $9 a beverage. There also is a patio which I didn't try, but I'm sure this place would be fun with friends!", "New Mexican place of which there are very few in Nola especially downtown. Good, fresh rice; not dry and clumpy. Same for tortillas. Very good, fresh food overall. Happy hour looks to be decent also.", "I love that so many new places are opening close to me... this being one of them. I was thrilled when I discovered them while looking for something to do for Cinco de Mayo. Sadly though, they aren't open on Sunday's.\n\nCocktails: the sangria needs help but the margarita was close to perfection.\n\nFood: simple tacos fixin's were great but the tortilla needs help; the queso got hard pretty quick and the chips were nothing special... just your average tortilla chips\n\nWait staff: Very attentive and sweet\n\nAtmosphere: it's small but I like small places; well decorated and has a nice courtyard but that could use a little sprucing up\n\nI really hope this place makes it. They are on my way home and would love it to be a regular thing. I'll come back later and update my review.", "Tacos.....\nThe chips and salsa were pretty lame.....and the tacos were ok.....nothing special....." ]

[ 5, 5, 2, 4, 3, 5, 4, 4, 3, 2 ]

[ "If you are a fan of unlimited sushi and hibachi then you should give this new restaurant a try.", "I love this new way of eating buffet!! Everything is fresh, the price very reasonable for the quality of the food. If you go to a sushi bar the check can easily go up to 100 for just two people, but this place they have the same quality, however price is very affordable. This is my new fav restaurant in town. Although there is a similar restaurant , but the quality here is much better.", "The Clearwater area has been in dire need for a sushi spot like this!\n\nThis restaurant offers an excellent all you can eat sushi and hibachi menu along with plenty of appetizers and soups to choose from. For dinner the price is very reasonable at $17.95 per person and kids 4-8 are only $4.99! Can you even get a happy meal for that price? Our daughter loves sushi and Chicken Teriyaki so she was in heaven. If you aren't into sushi that's ok as you can choose from a wide array of dinner items. \n\nPlease note this is not a buffet style place like many other places in the area. You place your order from the menu they give you and then they make the items for you and bring them out. This is better as you know they are making it fresh for you and it hasn't been sitting on some warmer exposed to the public with a chance of people breathing all over it.\n\nWe went on a Monday night around 6:30 and it was nice and quiet as we were the only ones in the restaurant. The inside is very nicely decorated and doesn't quite feel like a Japanese restaurant with the tasteful decor they have.\n\nWe had a few of the rolls on the menu including Spicy Tuna and Salmon rolls along with a Mexican roll off of the standard rolls menu. Each one was amazing and you could tell everything was fresh as it melted in your mouth and the fish had no smell whatsoever. The spicy rolls are not really spicy so if you like it hot ask for it Extra Spicy to kick it up a notch.\n\nWhere the good rolls are at is in the Signature Rolls section which is included in the menu. I know some other places in Pinellas County where they charge you extra for these. We had a large variety including The Hawaii, Rainbow, Dancing Krab, Green Sarabay, Saki, Volcano and the Crunchy 2 in 1. Wow that sounds like a lot! Our favorite by far was the Volcano which was baked and topped with Krab and spicy mayo. I'm not usually a fan of cooked rolls but this was amazing. Another to recommend is the Crunchy 2 in 1. Our goal is to try every roll they have as the menu is quite extensive.\n\nMake sure to only order what you know you will eat as they will charge you for any pieces you leave up to .75 per piece I believe.\n\nThe server was always smiling and very courteous and made us feel welcomed. By the time we left, the restaurant was starting to fill up.\n\nThis is definitely a place to try if you are into sushi and looking for an all you can eat option. The sushi is actually better than other places in the area that don't off the AYCE option.", "The Clearwater area has been in dire need for a sushi spot like this!\n\nThis restaurant offers an excellent all you can eat sushi and hibachi menu along with plenty of appetizers and soups to choose from. For dinner the price is very reasonable at $17.95 per person and kids 4-8 are only $4.99! Can you even get a happy meal for that price? Our daughter loves sushi and Chicken Teriyaki so she was in heaven. If you aren't into sushi that's ok as you can choose from a wide array of dinner items.\n\nPlease note this is not a buffet style place like many other places in the area. You place your order from the menu they give you and then they make the items for you and bring them out. This is better as you know they are making it fresh for you and it hasn't been sitting on some warmer exposed to the public with a chance of people breathing all over it.\n\nWe went on a Monday night around 6:30 and it was nice and quiet as we were the only ones in the restaurant. The inside is very nicely decorated and doesn't quite feel like a Japanese restaurant with the tasteful decor they have.\n\nWe had a few of the rolls on the menu including Spicy Tuna and Salmon rolls along with a Mexican roll off of the standard rolls menu. Each one was amazing and you could tell everything was fresh as it melted in your mouth and the fish had no smell whatsoever. The spicy rolls are not really spicy so if you like it hot ask for it Extra Spicy to kick it up a notch.\n\nWhere the good rolls are at is in the Signature Rolls section which is included in the menu. I know some other places in Pinellas County where they charge you extra for these. We had a large variety including The Hawaii, Rainbow, Dancing Krab, Green Sarabay, Saki, Volcano and the Crunchy 2 in 1. Wow that sounds like a lot! Our favorite by far was the Volcano which was baked and topped with Krab and spicy mayo. I'm not usually a fan of cooked rolls but this was amazing. Another to recommend is the Crunchy 2 in 1. Our goal is to try every roll they have as the menu is quite extensive.\n\nMake sure to only order what you know you will eat as they will charge you for any pieces you leave up to .75 per piece I believe.\n\nThe server was always smiling and very courteous and made us feel welcomed. By the time we left, the restaurant was starting to fill up.\n\nThis is definitely a place to try if you are into sushi and looking for an all you can eat option. The sushi is actually better than other places in the area that don't off the AYCE option.", "Although in a slightly out-of-the-way location in Clearwater Mall, we were lucky enough to see the grand opening sign, and boy am I glad we did!\n\nThey have a standard take-out menu, if you go online. But if you have a sit down meal in the restaurant, you'll be greeted with a standard menu with a single exception - no prices other than the $17.95 at the top of the page (for adults). \n\nYou'll then be asked for your order, you can order a thing or two at a time, as you like. Since there were 4 of us, we each ordered something different. Each item was perfect to share with 3-4 people. We got multiple appetizers, soups, hibachi items, rolls and even desert. \n\nWe are all sushi snobs, and we were beyond pleased with the rolls. \n\nSome other things we loved:\n\n*The General Tso's chicken was LIGHTLY battered and fried to crispy perfection, we would definitely order this to go. \n \n*The hibachi items kept us coming back for more, we tried both the shrimp and the beef. All of us at the table fought over the vegetables as they were all seared to absolute perfection. \n\nThere was nothing that we didn't enjoy on the trip, but what we LOVED the most about our trip is that we got mini meals over the course of a period of time rather than ALL the food at once. So when someone ordered rolls, we shared the 6-8 pieces between us all and then got another item. It was an entirely fun experience and we are already planning our return trip. It allowed us to try items we wouldn't normally have, without sacrificing the quality of a sit-down restaurant for mediocre buffet fare.", "It's pretty darn good if you're looking for a place for endless grub. I was actually in the plaza looking for a place to eat and followed the sign for Saki, that just opened. The next thing I know I'm behind a few building to this hidden strip in front of an all you can eat sushi and Japanese food. If you aren't up for that deal you're also free to do al la carte which is also a nice deal!\n\nThe interior is a twist with Asian and modern. The place is clean and sharp and the sushi bar display is wonderfully designed. The food is also really good for the fact that it's all you can eat. The menu is surprisingly large and consist of hot and cold, cooked and raw. Great for the whole family! \n\nI had a bit of everything off the menu from appetizers, sushi, hibachi and dessert. All was delicious and fresh. The only part I dislike was a set number of sushi per person. It didn't bug me too much since there's so much to eat. \n\nI would definitely recommend this place. I just hope this place will keep their quality in the food in the future because it's a thumbs up!", "Wow - was on my way to costco and my belly was rumbling. Lo and behold a grand opening for one of my favorite food types sushi! The restaurant sadly is in the back end corner of the mall making it easy to miss. But miss it you shouldn't! It's very clean beautifully decorated and WHAT!! $9.99 lunch menu for unlimited sushi and hibachi + + + even specialty rolls are covered. Unbeatable!\n\nI ordered the Green Sarabay and Fuji Rolls lemme tell you I think I've found my replacement to chopsticks. Any sushi cravings I have will be satisfied here from now on. \n\nI would give 5 stars but unfortunately the service was over loaded. They need to hire a manager and possibly some more sushi chefs. Due to under staffing the speed of getting food is particularly slow. But they have only been open 11 days I'm sure they need to get some money flowing and get the word out they are looking for a good sushi chef. Highly highly recommended!", "I love Japanese food. I was introduced to sushi when I was 18 years old by a Japanese couple that taught me everything about the food. For more than 25 years, I have really gotten to understand the culture and what good sushi is and what is not good sushi. Saki is the Papa John's of sushi restaurants.\n\nThe restaurant is clean and looks modern and they sat us very quickly. Our server was pleasant and gave us a good experience. She attended to all of our requests, and made sure our drinks were always refreshed. There were two sushi chefs that work the bar and they are young which is a clue to what the food is going to be like but the menu is extensive with a lot of choices.\n\nMy wife and I started the meal by ordering the shrimp shumai and gyoza. Traditionally, shumai is served with a spicy mustard sauce, they used a fish sauce with some kind of spice. It was a little spicy for my wife's taste and was somewhat flat tasting. My gyoza was okay the only thing I did not like was it was oily and when I bit into it, the oil dripped onto my shirt. I was not very impressed with the appetizers.\n\nI then ordered the coconut chicken and the spicy krabmeat roll. My wife ordered the crunchy 2 in 1 roll. The coconut chicken was very dry, tasteless and I did not want to eat but one piece but ate it all because I didn't want to be charged extra for wasting food. The krab roll was straight up boring. The wasabi they give you to mix with the soy sauce is very weak and almost watery. You need a lot of wasabi in order to get the proper taste from the roll when you dip it. My wife really liked the crunchy roll and I ate a couple of pieces and have to admit it was the best thing we had eaten so far. My wife also ordered 8 sashimi pieces (the max you are allowed) of salmon. The meat slices were of a good size but I would not order any individual pieces as you pay per piece after the 8. The cost vs. quality of the fish does not make economic sense; you would do better at a high-end sushi bar like Mike's in Palm Harbor.\n\nMy wife then ordered the steak hibachi, medium rare. It was very tasty and the best dish of the night. I ordered the yummy yummy roll and my eight pieces of sashimi. I got 2 Krab, 2 tamago (egg), and 4 tuna. The roll was mostly bland tasting and would be something you find at your local Publix. The krab was the same you find about anywhere. The tamago very sugary and frozen, the slices were so slim, it is almost pointless to put it on the plate. They are using a very cheap kind of tuna. It did not have the deep red color that you expect and when you cut the fish in half, it separated very strangely. It is hard to describe, but it was kind of stringy. I have eaten so much of this fish in my life, but never the kind that they served. It was not bad, it was just different than the normal. The taste wasn't the same either, it was a cheap cut of the fish.\n\nWe ended the meal by ordering all three of the desserts. We ordered green tea ice cream, banana tempura, and the sugar dough. The ice cream was actually vanilla ice cream with green food coloring. It might be the real thing but that is exactly what it tasted like. The sugar dough was just like a doughnut from Dunkin Donuts but in a single bit form. The banana tempura was the best of all three and I recommend this dish as a good ending of the meal. It was served with whipped cream and dipping chocolate, which is watered down, they should change it.\n\nThe meal cost $17.95! Yep, you read that correctly; drinks were $2.25. So, for $40 bucks my wife and I got a good meal of Asian flare. However, here is the rub. If you leave any food on your plate, you will be charged extra for it. You can only get 8 pieces of sashimi but you can order as much sushi as you want. If you think you are going to just eat the fish and ditch the rice, well they will charge you .75 for each rice roll you do not eat. The cost to order a la carte is so high, you will feel ripped off because for the same money you can order a very high quality fish from a better sushi bar.\n\nI have seen this restaurant model before and they had a really good one in Tampa I used to go to before the stupid college kids showed up. These idiots would order everything on the menu but only eat a little bit and waste the rest. This is very expensive to the restaurant and ends up not being a sustainable model. So you have to charge the way Saki is doing it or close your doors. I understand the position the restaurant is in but as a customer, it makes me feel uncomfortable. My wife and I joked, that if we don't eat the garnish, do we get charged for that also.\n\nThis would be a great place to eat lunch and I will come back for lunch. As I said, it is fast food sushi. If you want the real deal, go to a better place with a good sushi master behind the bar. The cost will be 200% more than Saki but the quality is worth the money in my opinion.", "Overall the food was good and fresh. The price of the buffet by itself was a little high and being constantly reminded that you will be fined for not finishing your sushi was such a distraction that constantly made us second guess our order and future visits.\n\nPerhaps providing a smaller sushi roll (3-4 pieces) would allow guests to sample a bigger section of the menu without being overly concerned with being penalized for unfinished portions.", "So, I wanted to check out this place after seeing the hibachi/sushi sign a few times and a full parking lot. 4 of us walked in and waited a few minutes for anyone to acknowledge us. Finally, so we sat down and asked what the deal was. blah blah, so they have kids prices and adult prices. You can also order off of an a la carte menu. But wait, they have rules........ huh, rules? Okay, enlighten me. If one person orders a la carte the whole table must order a la carte. Huh? If one person orders all you care to eat the whole table must order the same thing. Oh, and if you order sushi and don't eat it all we will charge you per roll you don't eat. What!? this is a little weird. So I want a la carte as does my wife because we don't even eat sushi but would like to try hibachi and an appetizer but my kids have to order $10 meals off the a la carte menu? If I try a sushi roll and I don't like it I have to pay for the other 3 on my plate. Sorry guys, so we proceeded to get up from our table and dip. \n\nThis is a very strange set up and i'm sure it will be adjusted soon..." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 3, 3, 1 ]

[ "I've only been once, so I won't go down to a single star on the assumption it can get better (a visit to the Tampa location was delightful).\n\nI won't return, though, unless compelled by a group. The food was simply bad. I know fresh fish is hard to come by in these parts, but if your specialty is seafood, you can at least learn how to cook it and throw away the freezer burnt pieces.", "Shatangi is inclined to agree with Hans on this one. When you are a huge (TGI Friday's, Shenanigans, etc.) chain and you have \"Seafood\" in your name, you best to know what it is and how to cook it.\n\nShatangi: Oh cool!! They have oysters on the menu!! (Turns to our lovely server) Cool!! Can you tell me what your oysters are?\n\nLovely Server: (Cocks eyebrow, clearly confused) The um... oysters?\n\nS: Yeah\n\nLS: (Cups hands together like she is about to start a cheer) ... well they're... they're like clams, only all like bumpy. Hardly anybody gets them. I live in Illinois. I could never live here in the big city. (The faces at my table cringe to keep from laughing). They have a Wal-Mart out by where I live and everything's just too expensive here. I'm just not a city girl at heart.\n\nS: Sorry for the confusion. I meant to ask if you knew where the oysters came from.\n\nLS: (clearly relieved) No!! I don't but let me ask the chef. I think they come from the Atlantic. We get people from the Atlantic during peak season but the season is slow now so business is not as busy. Some times we just close off an entire section like that area over there. Today we have a large group visiting from North Carolina for the Marchin' Band competition. We get people from all over.\n\nS: Oh no. That's ok. Tell me though, could I order the chicken breast with blackening seasoning?\n\nLS: Oh sure. I'm sure the chef could do that. Are y'all with the group from (XXXX)? I don't know if I could work for the (XXXX). I'm not even sure if they have an office here. Oh they do? Well how far away is it from the train station 'cause the train brings me right here...\n\n\nI must say it was one of the most perfectly cooked pieces of bird I have ever had the pleasure to eat. My fellow diners enjoyed their meals as well. I'd go back, just not for the like bumpy clams.\n\nShatangi told you...", "I don't think there are any outstanding restaurants near Union Station, but this one gets three stars for some fresh veggies and decent dishes. I had the angel hair pasta with shrimp, scallops and mussels, and I wasn't looking for anything heavy in the hot weather, so it was about what I needed. Also had a side of asparagus, which they rocked - it was perfect. The shrimp and scallops were a little too chewy. I should probably just consider scallops an advanced maneuver food that is only to be had at places that don't serve Beringer White Zinfandel and/or have children's menus. The mushrooms were huge and slimy - reminded me of Pizza Hut.\n\nThe husband's red fish was good.\n\nThe server was stretched pretty thin. I got annoyed when it took 15 minutes to place our order, then, upon a moment's hesitation while reading a line in the menu the server was urging us on (\"Ok...whoever's ready...speak up now) as if he was doing us a favor by stopping at our table to take our order.\n\nOverall? Nah.", "Okay, so...I'm stupid. I used to spend a lot of time in Houston on business and visited Landry's on a fairly regular basis. It was usually for a business dinner with co-workers and such. I was always impressed with the food although I was a much younger and inexperienced man back then. Anyway, back to my stupidity. So after spending a lovely Saturday morning at the zoo I was feeling the urge to have some seafood. Without any thought I suggested Landry's because I haven't been to Union Station in a long time and thought we could sit by the lake outside. So stupid. We are given our menus and realize that there is no lunch menu. Now, we were hoping to go out to lunch and spend about $25-$30. That is a reasonable non-drinking lunch. Instead we spent $50 on lunch and it wasn't even good. Quite frankly, I was actually angry at my food when it came. I was angry I had chosen such a tourist trap with all the great places to eat in St. Louis and then I get my sandwich. It was made incorrectly, wouldn't fold, wouldn't cut... It just fell apart on me. Then there was the table of 4 behind us. I say table of 4, but apparently they were with some sort of convention because before we knew it, there were about 10 people sitting around their table. They practically pushed us off the deck and into the lake. I couldn't even slide my chair back without getting to second base with some old lady from somewhere south. (accent) Then the really classy part...One of the women starts talking about how she tore a scab off a blister and how it bled all over her pants leg. Rest assured, she had something to wash it out with so it didn't stain her pants. That was a relief... whew! I would HATE for her pants to be ruined! All in all, this was a rant for me. Nothing worked out with lunch that day at all. We paid too much for a meal that made me mad and had to share company with people we didn't even invite. I'm probably overreacting but that's what I do. I overreact. Next time I will not try to think outside the box and come up with something clever. I will go to the Hill and get a good solid reasonably priced meal. Next time I won't be stupid.", "Good choice in Union Station St. Louis. I had the Ponchartrain (server said it is same as Tilapia, though that was also on the menu, so why two names for the same fish, I have no clue). The Ponchartrain was quite good with mushrooms and a cream sauce. We also had the shrimp cocktail and lump crab cake appetizers....both fine, but not wonderful. Drinks and service were perfectly acceptable. We dined outside on the patio since the weather was nice - inside looks comfy and a bit less casual.", "It's SUPPOSED to be a seafood restaurant... But I don't suggest going here. I've had better seafood at local church fish-fries (actually, those always seem to be the best).\nCalling Landry's a seafood restaurant is like calling a White Castle slider a juicy steak. No comparison other than the fact that there are marginally similar ingredients. Yes, one can go wrong with fried fish items: letting them go soggy. To me, that means the fish was frozen prior to the frying, or left out for so long it lost its crispiness.\n\nThe crab legs are overpriced and over steamed. Many of the legs were filled with nothing but a rubber-band-like substance that didn't soften up after dunking it in butter.\n\nThis is the state of chain seafood in the Midwest... I suggest going to a Red Lobster or something.", "Overpriced and the food is average. This is a Red Lobster style menu except Red Lobster does it better. I've been here twice the first time was a disaster with service. The second time, this past weekend was good service but we spent 60 bucks for two people. We only had seafood pasta entrees and one appetizer. Nothing really stands out for this place except the location at Union Station and that's a bit overrated. \n\nSkip It.", "DELIGHTFUL! great location. GREAT seafood. a really good experience and a nice atmosphere. not too expensive either.", "I have to agree that it is overpriced for the food you get. The service was great, as it was a slow day. The sounds of the water while sitting on the deck was soothing. The food was average and absolutely not worth the $75. 2 dinners, a pop, a mixed drink ($8 lol) and dessert (8 bucks.) I don't mind paying for quality but this wasn't it. At least I had great company and the water sounds made a great night. :) \nI have to add this. The smell of the inside of the restaurant was not good. I don't think I could eat inside if there was no choice. Part of the problem was the old grease smell that some fast food restaurants get. Yuck! :x :( I wish I could leave a better review.", "The food is just gross and wrong! Do not spend your money here... I would much rather go to Red Lobster- at least they have Cheddar Bay biscuits!" ]

[ 2, 4, 2, 2, 3, 2, 1, 5, 1, 2 ]

[ "Really enjoyed this bar. If you are looking for high quality cocktails and great conversation, this is your bar. Great selection of spirits. The spirits flights are a great way to experience something new. I ordered the tequila flight. Really enjoyed the Corzo tequila. For beer, they server local Cycle Brews on Central. My wife enjoyed a great Old Fashion. The owners are great. Will be back with friends.", "Peg from Peg's Cantina is back!! Hell yes! She's doing meats, cheeses, whiskey, craft cocktails, lots of cool wine. I love her style. The space is cool.", "Nice and quiet place to enjoy your drink in peace.\nPeg, the bartender is Excellent...she knows her shit !!", "Great place. Interior is very interesting (and I never think about interiors) with a great spirits list, especially bourbon & whiskey from around the world. Short but curated beer list and some top-notch cheese & charcuterie.", "Recently visited this little tucked away gem in the Edge district of St. Pete. I was here before when it was a different establishment. The remodel was done perfectly! It's eclectic and charming. Two feature walls are the highlight of this small wine bar. It's a great place to meet friends and chat while enjoying some wonderful wine. The selection of wines are vast enough to satisfy anyone's tastebuds. They also have an assortment of draft beers and craft cocktails.", "I've never felt more at home in a bar - their idea of it being a conversation bar rings true. 100% enamored, 100% happy. We will be back.", "I stopped in for a drink yesterday and have to say the atmosphere gets an A+ from me. Such a unique concept for the St. Pete area. The attention to detail with the remodel was outstanding, it almost feels like you are in a Harry Potter movie or something. There is background music that is set at a low volume so you can clearly hear your friends or not have to shout for them to hear you - perfect for the old library-esque environment. Working behind the bar were Michael and Peggy - both couldn't have been more friendly and were overall just interesting people to talk to. I had eaten dinner already before I came so can't speak on the food but will definitely be back to try - the prices for meat/cheese trays are much better than comparable places in the area. I would definitely recommend checking this place out...", "Love, love this place. So from the outside it doesn't look like much, I've passed it almost every day and thought I should check it out. I'm glad I did. \n\nThe inside is so cute, books are the wall, card catalog as the backdrop of the bar with bottle on various pulled out drawers and the upside down lamps. So eclectic and I love it. They have wine, cocktails and craft beers. I've only gone in to have wine so I can't speak about the cocktails, they look tasty but I have no idea. The wine is great and they have a good variety . You can also get a flight if you're having trouble deciding. \n\nThey also have cheese and charcuterie so if you want something to munch on its a nice assortment. The service is pretty good unless they are really busy then of course it's a little slower, they usually only have one or two people working. \n\nOnly negative for me is that the noise doesn't get absorbed so if there are a lot of people in there, it gets pretty loud. \n\nCute, good wine, cheese and good service what more is there to ask for in life. .\n\nDefinitely a must check out if you haven't been there.", "Hand crafted and top shelf.. this is a lovely environment to sip on a great cocktail with friends..sans the sleazy bar atmosphere. Drinking for introverts...? Maybe :)", "What an amazing little bar... unique interior with knowledgeable staff... craft cocktails at their finest... in the edge district, so the prices are much more reasonable than further downtown..." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "Walking down Maple, just noticed this place for the first time. Really friendly guy behind the counter, said they had been open for about five weeks and gave me a small chocolate eclair as a sample. Yum! Attractive treats including eclairs, cannoli, fruit tarts and cupcakes. Bought a cupcake and enjoyed it! Also had to get a mini fruit tart. Must be something about how they cover that fruit in a sugar glaze, but I can never resist them! Breads also looked excellent although I didn't sample any. Will definitely go back to try some more treats", "When I am not searching for the perfect doughnut (chocolate iced, Freret St. Poboys & Donuts), I am searching for the perfect blueberry muffin. Maple Street Patisserie has it, achieving the perfect level of sweetness and proportion of blueberries. Their other muffins are good too. I was given the wrong kind (bran?) on accident on one visit. Their chocolate croissants are outstanding- their croissants are so flaky and delicious. I am also a fan of their focaccia bread- they only make olive during the week, but they also bake sun-dried tomato and jalapeño versions on the weekend. Their cakes and other baked treats are beautiful and tempting. I look forward to trying them in the future. Also, the bakers are great about giving lagniappe. If you're lucky (and nice), you might be in for an extra treat!", "This is a gem of a local bakery, good enough that I picked an apartment nearby so I could shop here as often as possible. Ziggy the baker and the rest of the patisserie crew are as friendly -- and as generous handing out free samples! -- as you could possibly want, and their product is as good as it gets, too, from the simple baguettes and breads (try the potato-rosemary loaf!) to the eclairs and muffins. Expatriate New Yorkers and/or Jewish-baking lovers will also find much to love here, the result of Ziggy's having baked in the Bronx for years: sweet hamentashen, moist and chewy challah (which is not as brioche-like or over-crusty as the challah you find at many other French-style bakeries). I'm so glad this place is here.", "We LOVE this place.\n\nMy 7 year-old and I would often get ham and swiss croissants from PJs next door and when this lovely little bakery on Maple Street opened right next door it signaled the end of our PJs croissant buying.\n\nThe chef dices his ham before rolling with very tasty cheese in a nice flaky crust. Fabulous!\n\nThey also make the best Jelly donut I've ever had -- had one just this morning in fact.\n\nWe've had a number of pastries including eclairs, petit fours, and others and they're all excellent.\n\nA couple weeks ago my mother-in-law was looking for a bread to barbecue on a shish-kebab with cheese and tomatoes and the lady who works the counter recommended their pumpernickel which, when paired with the cheese and tomatoes and blackened a little over hot coals was un-freaking-believable. \n\nFinally, as I learned just 3 minutes ago, they make cakes to order the same day.\n\nI called and asked if they had ready-made cakes. They do not. But, the lady suggested they could have one in 10 minutes!\n\nWe're giving them 4 hours, but I find it unbelievable in this day to get a cake on the same day -- the same half-day even.\n\nAnd, as others have noted, they are very likely to sneak you (or a small-child accompanying you) a little something extra on your way out the door.\n\nYou can't go wrong. Whether for breakfast of pastries and cakes, the Maple Street Patisserie is a fantastic addition to an already vibrant street.", "I ventured all the way from Treme to experience this place based on the article from Gambit. At 10:30 am, there was still a long line. By the time I ordered they were out of pretty much everything, I wanted to try the chocolate croissant. I bought a mixed box, croissant, cheese danish, cheese ball and raisin scone. I waited til I got home to try all four...delicious. I also noticed the various fresh loaves of bread they had for purchase. Challah!! They serve coffee too, even though it's right in between two coffee chains.", "I've had my eye on Maple Street Patisserie for a while now. I resisted the urges I had while driving down Maple to indulge in their patisseries. Why you ask? I wanted to give them a chance to get situated. Sixth months later I want a delicious sandwich and I could think of no better substitute. However, I was slightly remiss.\n\n Maple Street Patisserie is good. Not great. The coffee is akin to breakroom coffee; I don't find this acceptable due to the fact that they could buy CDM or Community easily. The service and staff were surly, and not in that cute, we-can-be-surly-because-we-are-New-Orleaninans kind of way. I was told there was wireless internet available only to find out otherwise. I politely asked for a sandwich menu only to be told there was not one. I've been to patisseries in France and New Orleans . . . . this would not cut it there. However, anywhere else and Maple Street Patisserie would be beloved. Perhaps a few minor changes will bring it up to par. I really hope so.", "If you want wireless internet and better coffee go to Barnes and Noble!!!!!!!!!!This is the best bakery ever.Ziggy and Patricia and staff do an incredible job. If you want the best Bakery go to Maple Street Patissirie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!", "I tend to judge bakeries based on a single item--their croissants. While Maple St.'s offering of several varieties complicates things a little bit (including a ham and cheese that is very good), they do offer a very solid plain croissant. While not quite as crispy/flakey as I prefer, it is the best I've been able to find in Uptown. \n\nThe bakery also offers a wide variety of breads and sweets (including your usual tarts and eclairs in addition to donuts), those that I've had the pleasure of trying were all enjoyable. \n\nThe one thing I would like to see improve is the coffee--the carafe-based offerings are a small step above truck stop fare, but will do in a pinch (though you could just swing by the PJs or Starbucks located on either side of the bakery for some slightly better, though still thoroughly mediocre, coffee) Otherwise, it is a pleasant place to eat in or take away.", "Maple Street is not on my usual weekend path, but I've stopped by this bakery the last few times I've been over that way. Delicious apple turnover, almond croissants, and cheese danish/turnover/thingy. I even bought my Mom a Thanksgiving cupcake with plastic turkey on top - old school. \n\nMy only criticism is I wish they had a true vegetarian sandwich on their lunch menu.", "It seems unfair to write a review after having been here only once, so I'll have to go back for round two sometime soon, but my initial impression is that this place is okay. It certainly wasn't bad, but it didn't blow me away. Perhaps I need to try something other than a plain croissant, but at the time what I really wanted was something lunch-like, and everything they had (as far as I could tell) had meat in it. Something vegetarian along the lines of their turkey sandwich and/or ham and cheese croissant (perhaps a spinach and feta croissant) would've been awesome. Maybe I needed to ask. \n\nIn any event, it's a bustling little place and people obviously love it. But it seemed that you kind of needed to know what to order, since there wasn't a ton on display and there wasn't a list or anything. Next time I'll have to read the Yelp reviews and figure out what to ask for. :)" ]

[ 4, 4, 5, 5, 4, 3, 5, 4, 4, 3 ]

[ "Katie's is a neighborhood restaurant that has existed in one form or another for a few generation. It's classic New Orleans fare with an Italian-American slant. Great meatballs. You'll see all types of classic New Orleans old people dinging before 8pm. You won't be disappointed if your expectations aren't too high.", "It was a good neighborhood creole-italian joint. Its a real shame that it isn't open anymore.", "KATIE'S IS BACK!\n\nPre-Katrina I used to eat at Katie's multiple times a week and I have missed her dearly in the years since the flood but, I'm pleased to say that Katie's is back and as good as ever!\n\nOne of my old mainstays on the menu was always the Hamburger Steak and since it was on the new menu I had to have it for old time sake. It was just as good as every, smothered in brown gravy and grilled onions. The portions have always been large and that hasn't changed either. The hamburger steak came with fresh mashed potatoes, a side of steamed veggies and a side salad. The salad dressing tasted homemade, the mashed potatoes were great. It was like coming home after being away a long-long time!\n\nShe had the Iberville pizza and thought it was great too. Pizza is something new to the menu and there has to be 10 different kinds of pizzas on the new menu.\n\nWe ended up splitting the White Chocolate Bread Pudding for desert and it was also great.\n\nIf you were a fan before the flood you will notice a much nicer interior but the same great food. If you have never been to Katie's head over to midcity and check it out. It's a hidden gem in the neighborhood between Canal St. & Bienville St.--great for tourists too being only one block off the Canal Streetcar line.", "Worst meal ever. The place was empty but somehow a sandwich and a cup of soup took 30 minutes. The grilled fish tasted old, the soup was watery, and somehow even the water was off. Seriously, the glass of water the waiter first brought tasted like something was rotting in it. A waste of time and appetite.", "I am so glad that Katie's has reopened since the storm. My family and I use to love going to Katie's on Thursdays for 2 for 1 Italian night. Their food is good, the atmosphere is comforting and the staff is always glad to help you or just chat. A neighborhood place that attracts more than just the neighborhood.", "I've been three times since they reopened. Food has been inconsistent. First time was the best. The draught beer is not kept cold enough. On the last visit, the experience was so poor I may never go back. We went too early ~ 5:30 pm and the should not have been open for business. One waiter, way too busy for one waiter and I'm not quite sure what was going on in the kitchen.\n\nThey need to get their $@#* together if they want to survive.", "Katie's for Sunday brunch is awesome. The unlimited drink special is great. Good bloody mary's and sangria. The food was real good as well. Had the Eggs Cochon which were very good. Service was great, fast with the drink refills. Must go before saints games.", "Oh Katie. I really, really want to like you. You're a neighborhood anchor, you've got that cute little outdoor seating area and you even have bottomless mimosas for Sunday brunch! I hope you don't read this because I hate to hurt your feelings but then again, I hope you do so perhaps you can make some adjustments and we can be better friends.\n\nWe were lured in by $10 pizza night, which is every Thursday. Also, the website said creamy tomato-basil soup (one of my favorites!), stuffed mirlitons and white beans for daily specials, yes please! Weirdly, only one of the specials posted was actually a special. Beef vegetable, no thanks.\n\nWe had more than ample time to wait for our food and this is what I noticed. Our server was really sweet. The place seemed full of neighbors and regulars, always a good sign. The staff/service didn't seem to have a real sense of urgency but it was all so friendly that I didn't mind.\n\nThe food. I had the gumbo since they had no tomato-basil soup. Very good, spicy, full of sausage. The rice was of the long-ago cooked, rather hard variety but that's usually my gripe with gumbo everywhere and so it's probably my fault for not asking them to leave it out. The boyfriend's BLT salad was huge, had plenty of blue cheese and bacon but no tomato. Isn't that what the \"T\" stands for? Then we had the Boudreaux pizza, which was AWFUL. I had to pick all through it to find any meat and when I did, it was a couple tiny scraps. The pizza was burned and I don't mind some char but this was burned in a very unpleasant way. Very dry. Weirdly tasteless toppings. Disappointing. We'll be back to try other things but I will never order pizza here again.", "I did our usual Wednesday night at Katie's tonight and I was really torn between indulging in Steak Night or just getting one of the super good pizzas...well, we did both! We ordered the ribeye special & Terranova Pizza. Both we just off the charts tonight!\n\nTonight, we just sat at the bar and Trisha was our server, she was great and Murphy is also always great too.\n\nThe place was just packed tonight too...I guess the word is out on Steak Night on Wednesdays! Pizza Night on Thursday is always another one of our favorites.\n\nThis is just an update to my other review but, if you haven't been back to Katie's since they reopened you need to stop in!", "All I can say is NOT! Are you people drinking the Kool-Ade or what? You must have burned your taste buds on the 'pizza'. Ok, so now I'll be objective:\nCute - YES!\nNeighborhoody - YES!\nGood Service - No (nice servers... yes, good service... no)\nGood Food - Never been that hungry I guess\nPrice - For what you get...\nQuality - In automobile terms... this place is a Yugo\n\nSuggestion - drop back 15 yards and punt" ]

[ 3, 4, 5, 1, 4, 2, 5, 3, 5, 1 ]

[ "very American-ized sushi; rolls are massive and include ingredients like mayo, okra, corn, etc. Sushi snobs stay away, although the quality of fish is high and I have to admit it is tasty in a cheap American way. Fun atmosphere, techno music, trendy.", "I came here with my brother once he discovered that I was eating sushi. It's a nice place and I'm glad to see the Gulch continuing to develop, however after eating in San Francisco I can be a bit harsh to judge such places. The food was very American with its reliance on rolls and the techno music got a bit grating on the nerves. \n\nTo be honest, this is a good place to stop by and get a drink and a bit of sashimi but if you're looking for anything more than that you're better off going to Ichiban,", "Four days ago, after eating in this restaurant, I became very ill. For two days and two nights I wretched in pain and dire misery, with no possible relief. Despite medical help, I am still not able to eat solid foods. To add insult to injury, the Management was totally unsympathetic and refused to even contact me; instead they were rude and confrontational. For your own sake, please be careful and watch what you eat here! This place is very unclean. Their last food score from the Tn Dept of Health was 76; just five points from failing.", "When I walked into Rusan's with my sister we saw a health inspector testing the temperature of the sushi with this metal stick. He got the reading and pushed the plate of sushi back because the temperature was hazardous. I thought this was a little unappetizing but I had heard so many great things about the sushi I didn't let it bother me. That is, until the inspector pushed all the plates back except for two. I was grossed out but my sister was so adamant about the quality of the sushi so we stayed. We had to wait half an hour for them to make new sushi for the buffet. When I tried to talk to our server about the discarded sushi he shrugged his shoulders and said, \"It's not my problem.\" The sushi was good but it wasn't worth the psychological torture- taking each bite and thinking that food poisoning was a only a few hours away. Again, the sushi was good but Ken's Sushi is soooo much better!!!!", "Love this place and their distinct sushi. Music is loud; well the whole place is loud, but fun. The lunch buffet is great. I believe this is the only place in Nashville that offers Sushi buffet. Sashimi can be expensive compared to other places, but they are good. You got to arrived 30 minutes and get in line before they open during lunch. This place is crowded.", "I read the bad reviews and got worried - this was a off hours business dinner with co-workers, and I wasn't looking forward to a case of food poisoning. I went over to CitySearch to see if the opinions were bad all around, and over there this place is raved about.\n\nThis place didn't match up to the wonderful relaxed, subdued atmosphere in Amura (Orlando). I have never associated sushi with bad techno, but Ru San's doesn't let up.\n\nWe were a group of 6, and sure enough the service for large groups is indeed bad. Watch your receipt too - they put the gratuity on it already, even though we all got seperate checks. I asked for mine back and changed the total. She wasn't THAT great..\n\nThe sushi was really unremarkable, and the wasabi pile was very small. I will say that the seaweed salad was delicious, and at least twice the size of the one at Amura's, but serving it on a trifold paper towel as some kind of fancy presentation was really tacky.\n\nI wouldn't go back just because of the terrible music. It was all downhill from there.", "I've never gotten sick from eating at Rusan's, so I can't relate to a lot of the other reviewers.\n\nThat being said, I LOVE Rusan's! It is by far THE hippest/swankiest sushi joint in Nashville - I would definitely take out of town friends here on a weekend night to give them a good impression of Nashville. However, there is always a long wait, and you can't really do much in the vicinity while you're waiting. It's definitely a hole in the wall, which can be great, but waiting in your car in the gravel parking lot for 1.5 hours since there's nothing else close to it COULD be a little more exciting. \n\nNow, on to the food...\n\nEverything is reasonably priced, but the atmosphere is 1/2 of the experience. Yes, it's true that you may not be able to hear anybody in your party talking on a Fri. or Sat. night, but who cares?! You're here to gawk at the gorgeous 20-somethings that flood the place around 8-9 pm, not to have an intimate conversation. The staff puts on a ridiculous show whenever somebody does sake bombing, and if it's somebody's birthday, well, i won't ruin the surprise...ok actually I will: my friend's birthday there resulted in both of us being forced to dance on top of our table w/ a complete stranger while being served a jazzed up twinkie for dessert. TWINKIES AT A SUSHI RESTAURANT?!?!\n\nTheir menu is laughably long, with everything from cilantro-flavored 'tiger beef' to innovative rolls like the cranberry roll and a million others I can't remember. I once accidentally ordered completely raw beef, and the waiter took it back and gave me something else with no complaints. Last time I was there you could get a discount on the lunch buffet if you went after they stopped making fresh rolls.\n\nOverall, I think Rusan's is the perfect prelude to a concert/night on the town. The food is good enough in itself, but the trendy atmosphere and beautiful patrons make the potentially long wait worthwhile.", "It's bright. It's shiny. It's loud. It's full of raw fish. Ladies and gents, I give you Ru San's.\n\nIf you take your sushi seriously, this is probably not the place for you. Take, for example, the Georgia On My Mind roll--smoked catfish and fried okra. It's quite yummy, but hardly Japanese.\n\nThe menu is extensive, ranging from three pieces of select maki for a buck to sashimi bowls that are over $20. While not authentic (damn, having a Tokyo-born boyfriend is handy for vetting such things), Ru San's delivers fresh taste and artistry. Sometimes the presentation is so pretty, you don't want to ruin it by eating. I especially like the seared five-spiced tuna, the ginger-simmered beef and the Cajun maki. Yes, I said Cajun maki--it's a crawfish salad with a little spice. \n\nService is uneven. The sushi chefs bought me a sake once when they had to remake my roll in apology for the wait. I appreciated that. Overall, my experiences have been good and when I'm in the mood for raw fish, this is my first choice in Nashville.", "Great lunch buffet for the hungry and indecisive sushi lover. Horrible techno music.\n\nThe Food: I have only been for the lunch buffet. The rolls have a poor fish-to-rice ratio, but there are over 40 options and the rolls are tasty. The buffet also has a few other non-sushi options which are quite good. The buffet is only $10. I like this option because I like to sample sushi, I can never just decide on one type of roll.\n\nThe atmosphere: I really hate the atmosphere. Early 90's pop techno remixes blast, ostensibly to make you suck down your sushi faster.", "Loud, gaudy and completely without shame. \n\nYes, boys and girls, this is Ru Sans's, the trashy talk show of sushi joints.\n\nJust like it's great to flip on some Springer every once in a while and feel better about yourself, it's perfectly ok to enjoy the kitschiness that is Ru San's. Located in the burgeoning Gulch area of downtown, Ru San's is fantastically over the top.\n\nFrom heart-thumping techno music to the slightly haughty staff, Ru San's definitely has an urban, metro vibe that bodes well with the Music City crowd. You know the types - thick rimmed classes, hair perfectly disheveled, tans even in the middle of winter. This is a lunch time favorite of this crowd, and for good reason.\n\nFor $10, you can help yourself to a lunch time feast of all you can eat sushi. Ok, sure, the food's not going to win a major award anytime soon, but the rolls are good, and they keep on coming. And coming. And coming. You can fill your plate three times and never have the same thing twice.\n\nThey also usually have some other lunchtime choices on the buffet, such as teriyaki and Japanese dishes, as well as some pretty rockin' tempura veggies (mmm...deep fried sweet potato).\n\nOverall, Ru San's is a little too hip and slightly pretensions...and proud of it, thank you very much. So grab a plate, throw down some sushi, and enjoy the ride.\n\n\nInsider Tips:\nWant to get a seat quick? Come before 12 or after 1. The buffet is open from 11:30 - 2:30 Monday - Saturday. Also, don't miss the lot parking in the back!" ]

[ 4, 3, 1, 2, 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "Brand new, very courteous staff, some hiccups as they are brand new but the food was worth it, and we're patient peeps.\nFavorite dish the deviled eggs app with the caviar and fried oyster. Stuffed omelette was good but not as good as wife's chicken and waffles. Burgers looked fantastic. This place will make it and I'd visit again.", "Waited 30 mins for a salad and appetizer that never arrived. Literally 20 staff milling about but they can't get a simple order out of the kitchen. Working out the kinks would be a massive understatement", "Visited on opening night. If I lived in New Orleans, I would be willing to give it another chance. \nI was with a group of friends in the French Quarter last week. We found ourselves hungry and without a reservation. The hostess beckoned us in, telling us that tables were available. It was not until we were seated that they told us that it was the restaurant's opening night. Staff was extremely attentive and friendly. Ambiance was classy sports bar. Good for a group of friends. Food was only ok. I got the crab artichokes and cheese dip to share with the table. It was tasty but nothing special. I also got the burger which was good but not great. Unfortunately, no beer on tap either. Again, this restaurant did the trick for our night but they still have some kinks to work out.", "The atmosphere was nice. We dined on the balcony but there were no lights, so we were fortunate the sun had not completely set so we could read the menus. Food did take a long time to arrive. The shrimp and crab cake sandwich was excellent. The fried chicken sandwich was nothing special, the chicken was good but the rest was just OK. Service was good and attentive, however, we were the only ones on the upper level, so that was expected.", "Went here for lunch the week it opened and wow what a wonderful surprise! We stumbled across The Governor one night and were beckoned inside by one of several greeters out front. We were headed home for the night but were handed a menu that looked interesting so came back the next day. For those interested, they have an all day brunch menu and I now know why.\nBrian was our server and he was delightful. He gave us his recommendations on his favorite menu options for each section. \nAmong the starters, The fig and andouille dish with pita chips reminded me of a tasty take on a fig pizza. The deviled eggs with fried oysters were among the best deviled eggs I've ever had. \nFor mains, I had the omelette with shrimp and crab with a delicious roumelade and the best creamy grits I've ever had (I don't want to know how many calories must be in that dish). My lunch companions enjoyed their dishes as well. \nWe're debating going back this week to further explore the drink menu and get some desserts.", "I came here because I passed by while walking around in the French Quarter the day before their grand opening. I decided to try it out a week later and was so happy that I did. The food was DELICIOUS! The fried gulf fish fingers were amazing, as well as the shrimp & crabmeat Claiborne dip. And I also had the peacemaker sandwich. These were all recommendations from our waitress who was super friendly and spot on with everything. The waitstaff was very friendly and always checking in on us. I highly recommend coming here, this is the sister restaurant of Creole Cafe. Will definitely be back the next time I'm in town....", "We tried to go to Cafe Fleur de Lis for breakfast, but they were closed for the day due what appeared to be an emergency. I air boxed the sky because it's one of my favorite places to eat breakfast. This place is next door and it was raining cats and dogs, so we decided to wait the 30 minutes for them to open. Yelp showed us that all of our other faves had waits well over an hour.\n\nThe doors finally opened and we were the first seated and last served. How? I asked our server as well as the manager and they both told me that they didn't know why or how it happened. If you don't know, who does? No, really. Who?\n\nMy meal finally comes and has the nerve to be cold. It was this strange red beans and rice soup with a piece of andouille and fried chicken swimming in it. Who came up with this and why? Who asked for this? The beans lacked flavor and were soupy. I was suffering from the night before, so I tried to eat it. I couldn't get through it and left 3/4 of it. Hubs' pasta was a tiny portion and he said it lacked flavor. He ate it because he needed to. \n\nThe manager stopped by and offered us a dessert. It was more of a punishment than a perk. The brownie was bland and the ice cream was meh according to my husband. My taste buds had been offended enough. I'll save my calories for Cafe Du Monde. \n\nIt appears that this place is brand new. I can't say I'd give this place another try. There are amazing places to eat in the quarter. This is not one of them. Let my experience save you the time and energy.", "Excellent excellent excellent. So we weren't initially planning to go to this restaurant but the staff standing outside the door was so incredibly sweet. This was one of the best restaurants we went to all weekend. The food was really good and the service was spectacular. We were all recovering from bourbon street debauchery from the previous evening and the food here was PERFECT. I highly recommend the French toast.", "Stumbled upon this gem after discovering Cafe Fleur de Lis was closed for the day. The hostesses welcomed us in, and after taking a look at the menu we decided to give it a try.\n\nThe Bloody Mary I ordered was excellent - spicy and flavorful without being too overdone. We got the Eggs Pontchartrain and the Eggs Bayou. Both dishes were generously portioned and delicious. The only criticisms we had were that the creamy corn grits were too creamy (it honestly tasted like we were eating straight up butter) and the poached eggs on my dish were overcooked (but my partner's poached eggs were perfect). The kitchen probably has these kinks left to still work out, but it was balanced out by the deliciousness of the dishes.\n\nIt quickly became apparent that the restaurant was new for the same reason I'm also giving them five stars -- the service we received was fantastic. All the staff was attentive and friendly, a trend which I hope continues for them. The decor and layout of the restaurant was also a plus: light and airy, with a bar that would be great for watching a big game and an upstairs patio (also with a bar) which seemed perfect for spending an evening.\n\nI feel lucky to have stumbled upon this place by accident, and definitely recommend you try them out!", "It was just okay, the crab cakes were wack to me...all filler and no crab I could taste. Gumbo roux tasted slightly burnt and there was no warning in advance if there being potato salad in it. Staff was wonderful, the conversation was the best part of my visit." ]

[ 4, 1, 3, 4, 5, 5, 2, 5, 5, 3 ]

[ "This place may be a little out of the way but it is well worth it. It is reasonably priced and a well kept secret. The lunch and dinner portions are a lot for what you pay for. They have great kabobs. My favorite is the goat. The kibbeh and grape leaves are yummy! I highly recommend this to any one that is a fan of middle eastern food. So much better than Mona's and such.", "Sometimes you have to dress up to go for a Sunday work out then skip it, think about getting burgers but then drive like 30min out of the way to go and eat at a place where Kebabs remind you of home and you drool over the food 6 hours later.\n\nYes, thats what Shishkabob house did for us. It was like eating at home just paying for it. The food is homecooked by owners and their son is at the front desk. We had chicken and goat kebabs, while goat wasn't as tender as i am use to but it was delicious. Chicken was just out of this world so juicy, succulent, just amazing.\nThe best part was the salad, grilled veggies and humus was as amazing as the main entree. A lot entrees have a bunch of sides as \"sides\", not here.\n\nAs we were walking out and about to pay, we saw one of the owners bring in 5 pieces of dessert just out of oven. They told me its \"Katayef\", made with walnuts. \nI am not a fan of dessert but i ate 2 while they were swiping my card. It was the best thing ever. \n\nIf you ever crave mediterranean food, please make the extra hike and go here. Check for 2 would be around $30 max.\n\nThanks for making our Sunday a memorable one.", "I have been eating at this place for the last 20 years. Before Katrina they used to have their location on carrolton. That's where i began to enjoy their cooking. They serve their tabboulli so fresh, the hummus with lamb is so delicious with roasted pine nuts. The mint tea is so good, you see the mint leaves in it. Also, the veggie grape leaves are so yummy.I enjoy eating here so much. It is a little bit farther for me now, but it is worth it. Thanks Waffa and Musa for the awesome food you cook.", "Most underrated Mediterranean place in town. Been going for years and never been disappointed with any dish. If you like Hummus, you must try the Hummus and Lamb on the menu. Dip that pita bread away! Meat and tomato stew is also great. So is the new stir fry. Lunch platters are all good too. And I love their falafel.", "After reading some reviews I was going to skip lunch. I passed by the Carrollton location and wondered what happened to this restaurant. Then I read they moved to Kenner. Mona's is concentrated in New Orleans, but a move of this place to Kenner was a wise move. I got a gyro and a chicken sharwma sandwich because I only had 30 minutes for lunch. It was about a 5 minute drive, and by the time I glanced through the Arabic newspaper hidden on a table my order was ready. The vegetables were so fresh it would make a vegetarian out of Neanderthal man. The cucumber sauce was excellent. The lamb and chicken was incredible and in my opinion, hangs anyone else out to dry. Overall, it was CLEAN, fresh, fast, convenient, cool & courteous. What more could you ask for?\nPictures! Well I didn't have my phone on my hip but I wouldn't mind bringing someone there to impress them.. There's always something gaffed up in a restaurant, but not here. Calm, quiet, collective, & attractive. It was disturbing to know that halfway around the world there must be a place as nice as this that is without power and under siege. Like they say \"it makes a difference when the owners are there\". \n\nMaybe they weren't the owners because I did not take Farsi in college. But my best friend \"Don Churchman\" graduated from the American school in Kuwait and spoke perfect Arabic. His interpretations really made me like Arabic people more than Jewish. Abbas just needs an American P.R. spokesman and they would win the tv war and better explain their purpose. (I know I am going to catch yelp hell for this add-on, but it's true.)", "Large plates great Tabbouleh Fatuous. I liked the lamb Kabob. reasonable price large plate. Halal meat. Quiet and location is good..", "Omg !!! I and 3 of my co works ate here .We loved it Fresh salad Fresh Hummus Fresh kabob .I ask the waiter which is the owners son how long they been open he said since 1987 they used to be in midcity he said . I will be here atleast every week health and great food", "I used to go to their mid-city location back before Katrina. The food is still as good as it was back then. I will happily make the trip from the Westbank to Kenner for their food anytime", "Don't be fooled by the name. The Shishkabob House offers a full menu of Mediterranean food from Shwarma to Baklava...plus the most delicious Hummus you ever tasted. This place is a relatively undiscovered food treasure.", "Best Middle Eastern food in town! Confirmed Halal/Zabihah meat. Family owned which is a plus!" ]

[ 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "I can't believe no one knows about this place! Am I the only one? I'm sure this little gem hidden deep in South Philly has the best cannolis, EVER. I know, I know, what do I know about Italian pastries? Try one of their ricotta cheese cannolis and you'll know what I mean.\n\nJust 4 stars because the people behind the counter can be a little rude and parking is a bitch. Then again, you're in South Philly, so just double park.", "Mmmmmmm....Cannoli....*drool*. I love Potito's, I live about 2 blocks away, and on a nice crisp day I can smell its deliciousness. My wife and I enjoy walking by and window shopping, wondering what THAT or what THAT or what THAT would taste like. Then we go in and buy a chocolate strawberry-shortcake, take it home and gorge on it, canceling out any any effort we put forth at the gym.\n\nWhats becoming a christmastime tradition: on christmas eve I wake up early and stand in line just to get my hands on some cannolis because if we visit family on christmas with out cannoli there could be trouble. \n\nAlso, a side note, this past christmas eve (07) they were selling dark chocolate covered ricotta cheese canoli. WOW.", "How can you give Potito's less than 5 stars??!!!!!!!\n\nPotito's is a great little Italian bakery nestled in the heart of South Philly. Their Italian cream cake is to die for! You know what I am talking about...a sponge cake with vanilla and chocolate cream; then soaked in rum...yum!!!\n\nCannolis, zeppolis, biscotti, panettone, did I mention cannolis? Even their bread is delicious. And the staff is always friendly and willing to help you pick the right dessert.", "Cakes and Cannolis here are one of South Philly's best. small quaint store but a great reputation among locals especially the elders who know where they started since way back when on black and white. The Cakes are decadent and if you cannot drive all the way to Sweet Eats this is the economical alternative. Cannolis and cakes especially anything Italian on the pastries they got you covered. Strawberry shortcake it!!", "best eclairs ever. they probably deserve 5 stars, but i've been there once since i've grown up and that does not a five-star review make. but everything there is still delicious, that one huge sampling told me. :D", "I developed both a craving and a liking towards Potito's bakery after I tasted my friend's birthday cake: the Fruit Torte. After that, when another friend's birthday approaches, I knew EXACTLY what cake to get. \n\nFresh Mixed Fruit Torte- Homemade nut crust filled with a thin layer of sponge cake, homemade vanilla Italian cream, and strawberries, topped with fresh fruit and surrounded in almond slivers. \n\nSounds good, right?Well, it tasted even better!! I was debating between a cannoli and a tiramisu for quite a while and decided to compromise by buying a tiramisu cannoli :D Total: $23.00. Sooo worth it. \n\nPotito's Bakery is almost perfect in my book. However two things bothered me: \n\n1. the lack of signs depicting the item's identity and price. I feel bad asking the people a million times \"oooh, what is this?\" and \"ooh, how much is this?\" \n\n2. the ladies behind the counter seemed a bit annoyed by my presence. However, that could be because I keep asking about the desserts and its price. (which wouldn't happened if they could fix #1) \n\nBut overall, this is definitely the place for me to indulge all my sweet tooth cravings. Yay for another unnecessary ten pounds!!", "I love Potito's. It's 2 blocks from my apartment and is always there when I need to remedy my sweet tooth. I have tried countless things from there, cannolis, cupcakes, donuts, macaroons, etc, and everything has been wonderful. I took their cannolis and eclairs to family I was visiting out of town and they loved them. Last week I was craving a last minute cupcake but was unaware of their hours. I called to ask and the woman working said they were going to be open for a little while longer, and she waited for me to come by before she closed up for the night. This place has a real \"South Philly\" type feel. Again, I love Potitos.", "Potitos bakery is a little treasure in South Philly. We have tried every bakery in South Philly, and they have the absolute BEST cannolis around. Even better than Terminies, that's right, I said it!\n\nHowever, last few times we drove by, they were closed! A sign originally said opening before June 22nd, but of course it's way past that. Anyone with information about the re-opening of Potitos? I will be so upset if this place is closed!", "Their cannolis are so good that I got 4 of them at the same time and gobbled them up before leaving the store. They are huge; the fillings are fluffy and fresh; the crusty shells are perfect crispness. Altogether it has the perfect amount of sweetness. Tiramisu is good, too. It has robust coffee flavor with perfect cream consistency. People who think that Reading Terminal has good bakeries need to come to this place and get a reality check (that those bakeries are really terrible compared to the supreme sugary goodness that is Potito). Writing this review makes me want to get out my couch and head down here. Mmm...", "I live nearby so when I saw the bakery was reopening I gave it a try. I think they have my favorite cannolis in town. The filling is light and delicious and the shell is perfectly tasty and crisp. The cookies are delicious too. I haven't had any other items yet but I look forward to going more often since they're so close by." ]

[ 4, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "UPDATE: These guys have changed their name from El Jalapeno - same place, same great food, new / old name. I can forgive their identity issues because of their delicious food issues!\n\nThis is my review copied from El Jalapeno:\n\nThis is a fantastic spot for mexican food. It went beyond \"authentic\" - this is home made food, served fast and at a great price. I was here for lunch just the other day and left full of some of the best mexican food I've ever had - I can't wait to go back. \nThe ordering was a little awkward as you have to go into the attached grocery store to grab a drink (and pay for it there) but the staff on hand was very helpful. Really it didn't bother me though it can be improved. What did bother me, just a bit, was the seating - it needs work. \nThe place is new and the food is amazing so I'll stand if I have to. Simply put, go here.", "Just drove there at 1:15 PM on a Friday solely for an Al Pastor torta. When I tried to order, the man at the register informed me that they had no bread. Really?", "Finally a great local and authentic taco joint that serves a great variety of fresh tacos. Fast and friendly service. Great lunch spot. I had the asada, lengua, and chicken. Two great salsas on the side.", "So great!!! Yes, it's the same family ownership as the El Limon in Conshohocken. I hope they have more of them planned. This is Mexican food on the same level as you can get in California!", "We WILL be back! I usually end my 5 star reviews with that sentiment but I figured I'd just get it out of the way early- because it's THAT good! \n\nI had the sopes tinga, which was incredibly tender chicken on top of a corn cake. Extremely flavorful and fulfilling. I also had a asada taco. The steak was well done but still not tough and the homemade corn tortillas didn't crack when folded- like some I've had in the past. Where the meal gets even better is the alambre! My fiancé ordered it after reading the description on the menu- meat with peppers, onions, bacon and cheese. Ok! He went with the mixto which was chicken and beef. We both agreed that he \"won\" in the menu choice. It was salty, spiced, and decedent without being heavy. It was literally one of the best things I've tasted in a long time- something not to take lightly. \n\nThis place is tougher to find and a little rough around the edges- which makes it's even cooler. We have found our new Mexican restaurant and I couldn't be happier!", "Best Mexican in town. My fiancé was in the mood for some Mexican food and discover it on Yelp. I've driven by this place millions of times and never new what a gem this place really was. As you walk in there are two stores. The one to the left and a small little market and the door on the right is the restaurant. When you walk in there isn't a lot of seating. Once we order our food we looked around and saw what other customers ordered and wow. Everything that came out of that kitchen looks incredible. I had the Alambre mixto. Beef and chicken grilled up and mixed with green peppers, onions, and bacon. This plate was amazing and the portions are large so come hungry. The staff was very nice and the prices are very reasonable. Can't wait to go back.", "Food is great - atmosphere is ZERO - you are eating in an open kitchen of a Mexican grocery store. \n\nThe people working here are so kind and the tacos al pastor are authentic and delcious. The sopes are good but heavy for me - so next time tacos!\n\nDelicious Guacamole and home made Horchata and Jamaica (Sweet!).\n\nI am thrilled to have found this place - and they are gonna need more tables.\nIt is packed at lunch time.\n\nDelicious!", "Been several times, this place is growing on me. The owners keep stepping it up and making subtle improvements like better furniture and service. \n\nMy one complaint is that there are no drinks available on the restaurant side. If you want something as simple as water, you have to go to the shop next door (but connected) and buy a bottle of water. \n\nThe food is authentic and tasty.", "This place is on route 30 before sproul road, tucked away behind the Ciabatta's near Crossfit. I can't tell if the offical name is 'El Jalapeno' or 'El Limon' but either way the food is fantastic. I've only had their veggie burrito on muplite occassions but it is very good, and the price point is perfect. This is a hole in the wall spot you'd never guess would be in Malvern. I noticed one of the previous reviews rating this place low because of their fautly online ordering system. I can't believe someone would think online ordering would work for this place, its hard to find a menu even listed online! This is not a tex-mex chain, stick to other burrito places if you want a fancy ordering process for lesser quality food. The food here is seasoned great, prepared fast, fresh to order and priced well. I also think the burritos are huge (and smothered!). The decor leaves a lot to be desired, if your looking for a sit down family meal however, this doesn't stop me from visiting at all, I also like to look around and get things from the connecting marketplace while I wait for my food. This is simple, no frills mexican food. I have no issue communicating with any of the staff, they accept credit/debit cards and have never messed up my 5-6 orders. Thats more than I can say about most other local places.", "Fish Tacos are amazing. As long as your aren't looking for atmosphere then this is a great place for really good authentic Mexican food." ]

[ 4, 1, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 4 ]

[ "Happened to see the Now Open banner on the way to the airport. I had read about it earlier. Very glad we stopped in. Happy hour prices are excellent and the entrees were delicious. Knuckle sandwich and quarter bird with 2 sides. I may have the sandwich next time. For a first day, this was a superb experience. Staff and management were very friendly. Run to Redwood Rotisserie! Worth it!", "I was really excited to try it out as it's a dedicated chicken rotisserie and I happen to live pretty close. Going in, I was surprised how updated everything looked. No signs and unnecessary items hanging on the walls - décor was simple and clean. Service was great as Marissa my server kept checking up on me very often. I liked that the menu was simple but I do insist that they have descriptions for the items because some people might not know what chicken tinga is, or how much you get (they come in tacos). I ordered a half bird with Mardi Gras slaw, Mac and cheese, bar-b-que and chimichuri sauce. It was excellent! Not too much to overfill oneself, but enough to get full. And the prices were good too, a little less than I expected. Seeing the manager interact with customers tells me that they want to make sure everyone has a good time. I'm happy that the owners decided to use a blighted property in the city to renovate and open a unique local spot for food. I definitely recommend trying this place out if you want excellent chicken and great service.", "Tried it on Day 2 since opening at a busy lunch rush and am very impressed! Service by Heather was impeccable. No wait for seating, ordering or food. Chicken is super flavorful on its own and Tri-tip was perfectly cooked. Add in full bar, craft beers and comfortable seating, redwood R&G has hit the ground running!", "The Redwood Burger was huge and cooked to order! Serving of crinkle cut fries was just enough. My husband had the half chicken which was juicy and moist. His two sides of Mac and cheese and potato salad were homemade perfectly portioned. 15% Veteran discount given which was nice. Wait staff very friendly and owner walking around talking with customers. We will be back for more !", "The food was great I hope that I can get back to them sometime, great service. My husband really thought they had a great hamburger?", "A nice greeting at the door by the staff of this brand new restaurant. Offered a great selection of craft beer, wine and signature cocktails. The dinner menu is smaller than average but the food was delicious. My family and I shared plates and we loved everything. The tri tip and sauces were delicious as were the burgers. The desserts were delicious and the cocktails were excellent and very reasonably priced. The best lemon meringue pie I have ever tasted. Nice wait staff can make or break a restaurant and the staff here is well above the mark! We will be back and we will tell all our friends. The restaurant was remodeled from the previous tenant, a Carrows and you would never know it. Its well appointed and comfortable for families or couples on a date night but be sure and have the pie!", "One of Reno's newest restaurants is sure to be a hit with locals. Redwood's menu pretty much covers the dining staples of beef, chicken, fish, burgers and salads. \n\nI was lucky that Renoites haven't realized this place was open when I arrived yesterday for dinner. Though the place was mostly full, I was able to get a table right away. The decor is friendly and what I consider a modern western look. The staff were friendly and always moving around as if they were notes on a sheet of music.\n\nMy dining companion and I ordered the Pepperjack Cheese Sticks with Siracha dipping sauce to start. The Sticks arrived stacked like a log cabin and were very good. For dinner we had the quarter bird (chicken) and quarter lb. tri-tip (which wasn't really warm enough for my taste) with the following sides: crinkle cut fries, country potato salad, Mardi Gras slaw, and macaroni and cheese. The sauces we asked for were: Chimichurri, Spicy Aji Panca, BBQ, and A2 (Redwood's version of A1 which pretty much tasted the same). For the tri-tip, I thought the Chimichurri was the best choice. I was a little disappointed with the Spicy Aji Panca due to its lack of spiciness. It also seemed pretty watery. Hopefully they adjust the recipe to kick it up a notch. If you want a spicier sauce, ask for the Siracha dipping sauce that's served with the Pepperjack Cheese Sticks.\n\nI have to say there's nothing overly special about his place, but that's ok. What Redwood serves is familiarity in its offerings and they do a pretty good job at that.\n\n6/3/17 - Went back for a 2nd time in two days -\n\nI decided to bring my parents here. I wouldn't change the number of stars I gave it, but wanted to add some info. Today, we ordered the Quarter Bird (with country potato salad and sweet-corn salad), Pulled Chicken Quesadilla (Pepper Jack Cheese, Cilantro Crema, Pico de Gallo), Tri-Tip Soft Tacos, and the Fried Catfish Sando. \n\nAll four dishes were good. The Fried Catfish Sando (sandwich) was amazing! The fish was crisp and all the ingredients exploded in my mouth. Regarding the Quesadilla and Tacos, I thought they were good but the flavors were too subtle. The Quesadilla needed more chicken in it and the cilantro crema was kind of bland. The Tacos would have definitely benefitted from the Chimichurri sauce.\n\nOverall, I still like this place but the cilantro crema and the spicy Aji Panca need a little tweaking.", "Came with a group so we were able to try several dishes. The rotisserie items really stood out which is good based on the name of the restaurant. \n\nThe chicken was excellent with crispy skin and the beef was well seasoned and somewhat rare inside. None of the sauce options were particularly tasty but the meat itself was so good it didn't matter. The sides were fairly good. \n\nTried a few of the appetizers and none were disappointing. The cheese sticks were pretty good which was a surprise as I almost always find them disgusting. The dipping sauce with those were legit. Quite a large selection of beers on tap, in bottles, and in cans.\n\nLastly the prices are reasonable. Almost everything is $15 or less. Would certainly return for more rotisserie and to try some other dishes.", "We just checked out this new restaurant and loved it! The tritip was very tender and some of the best I've ever had. We will definitely be back!", "We are visiting Reno from So. Cal as my mom is in the hospital. Needing a diversion we sought out for a place to get a bite that had a nice ambiance. I stumbled across this place while searching. What a great find it was. Everyone was way friendly, Marissa was an amazing server. The entire staff was very attentive. And the food was AMAZING. Great atmosphere that helped us relax from a very stressful few days. We look forward to coming here again for a quick bite and a nice cold beer." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "Great Steak, almost perfect.\nSides are good, I eat there frequently, have tried everything.\nIf you want a great steak, this is the place to go.", "Yeah, you could spend a lot more to go to Ruth's Chris or Bern's, but I really like this place. A bit of country kitsch in the decor and hokey hats and jeans for the wait staff, but you can't fault the steaks (which are fabulous), and the sides are good too. Baked potatoes are fluffy and hot, rolls are fresh baked, and the salad was adequate despite being basic iceberg lettuce with minimal other veggies.\n\nI love this place and drive 40 minutes to get to it. Give it a try and I'm pretty sure you won't regret it!", "Steak was amazing! Ribs didn't impress us. Service was a little slow, but that won't stop us from coming back!", "Steak was amazing ! Salad was average , service pretty good , have to say the steaks are what it's all about. Grilled over orange wood wow.\nLove it .", "Generally OK, on steaks, sides and overall experience. Pretty far out Sligh almost to US 301, so the frontier/cowboy motif is appropriate. Clearly some reviewers really love the steaks here, and the restaurant has a gluttony challenge-----if you can eat a side of beef sized steak, you get the meal free.....but no ambulance service.", "The ambiance at the Frontier Steak house is that of 70's era crap. An ugly red floor personifies the facelift this restaurant needs. It's bright, it's gaudie with the cliche bull horns, wagon wheels lights and ugly tables. I almost bet myself that the salad dressing for my salad would come in a plastic container, as it did. So clearly ambiance is that of a school house cafeteria, or equivalent to one star.\n\nThe service, well there was only five people in the restaurant, so it was excellent, plastic containers and all. Are waitress was nice and efficient, she did say a party of fifty was expected.\n\nThe food: I had the thirty two oz Porterhouse and a sweet potatoe. The porterhouse was a work of grill master art. It was beyond good, cooked to perfection. You won't find that type of steak at any Morton's, Burn's or The Palm. Credit must go to where credit is due, I tip my hat. The sweet potatoe, eeeehhh not so much.\n\nWould I go back, yes definaty. Would I take a date, no not a chance. Would I take my wife of I were married, sure. Why, no one to impress. I almost feel like buying the owner a can of paint.", "Awesome steak! My husband had the cowboy (32oz porterhouse) and I had the rib-eye. They were both so tender and cooked to perfection. Everything about the food was wonderful.\n\nThe waitress was nice, but she was so busy. Seemed like there was only 2 waitresses for the whole restaurant, so she was running around like crazy and when i started to ask some questions about the different steaks, she was not happy and rushed through it. I didn't even want to ask her anything, just ordered and really enjoyed the food.\n\nOverall awesome place, but wish the waitress would of been a bit more helpful.", "I've been to all of the big steakhouses (no need to name them- from white table cloths to 'roo decor, this girl loves her a steak and has sampled them all) and this one is my favorite. Ever. Why? Because the steaks are the most delicious meat that I have found the world over. Cooked over orange wood and seasoned to perfection, I am getting exciting thinking about the next time I can go. The sweet potato is the best side dish, but the steamed veggies and baked potato are good and the fries okay. \n\nIt's old-skool, local family-owned and operated, and (in my opinion) delightfully authentically decorated in 1970's kitsch. But then, I dig a good diner and appreciate food quality and taste more than artfully arranged flowers on the table. I recommend the Ribeye and Tampa Sirloin as they are my favorites. \n\nTell Martha that Kat sent you. Enjoy.", "Why 3 stars? Because there is no half star option to accurately give a 3 and a half.\n\n --- --- ---\n\nThis was definitely a \"good\" 3-star restaurant. I can always appreciate a good steakhouse, especially an old-fashioned one like Frontier. The interior was very unique and made you feel like you were out in the old west. I'm from Texas, and I would imagine that Frontier is exactly the type of place people inaccurately imagine the entire state of Texas is like. Midland? Maybe. Houston, not so much.\n\nI found it pretty amazing that I had never even heard of Frontier, until I got a tip from a friend of a friend. It is truly the definition of a \"hidden gem.\" \n\nNow...you may be asking yourself (because I know my reviews set your inner-dialogue in motion) \"Is it really a gem if you only gave them 3-stars?\"\n\nI think it has \"gem\" potential. Again, my review is more of a 3.5 star, with plenty of room to go up in the future. I enjoyed my steak very much, I just wasn't overwhelmed with joy while eating it.\n\nI'll be back, and hope I can upgrade a star.", "This place is kinda of an old school style steakhouse, its a decent place overall, If your looking steak in a throwback format, come here you wont be dissapointed." ]

[ 4, 4, 4, 4, 3, 3, 4, 5, 3, 3 ]

[ "I too am a huge fan of Blues City Deli! The owner Vince is very personable and has done a great job of delivering quality food at a reasonable price. I go out for lunch about five days a week and this place is always up for consideration.\n \nWhen you arrive there may be a line but it moves quickly. Finding a seat can be difficult sometimes but if it is a nice day the sidewalk tables are best.\n\nThanks for opening Blues City, you are my favorite sandwich shop in the city.", "I LOVE this place! I go as often as I can and now that they are open late on Thursday for their House Party, I can finally go more often!\nVince is a great guy and really tries to get to know his customers. Janet is right about his Bluesy knowledge and he also used to be a drummer.\nThis is the kind of place where you recommend to your friends....and then impress them when Vince remembers you and what sandwich you got last time. :)\n\nFamily friendly, small yes but bigger is not always better. \nLive blues on Saturdays and now Thursday nights.\nSMOKE FREE, great seating outside when the weather is nice, happy hour on Thurs, creative, delicious food, friendly faces.....what more could you want?\n\nWEBSITE\nhttp://www.bluescitydeli.com/\n\nCheck out their Myspace too....\nhttp://www.myspace.com/bluescitydeli", "I don't think I've mentioned how much I wish I worked in Soulard so I could walk to some of the great restaurants every day for lunch! Luckily for me, Blues City Deli will cater box-style lunches, so I can run and pick these up for my team at work whenever! If you are close enough to dine in at Blues City Deli, I suggest you do so, and I suggest you order a poorboy of a muffaletta sandwich. Blues City Deli recently remodeled and added a stage and added beer to their menu. Stop on by Thursday nights from 4-8 for their House Party.", "Big honkin' sandwiches that taste the way sandwiches should - really good. Even the tuna salad is good, and that's normally as standard as you can get. My favorite is the veno - hot roast beef bathed topped with lettuce, tomato, pickle, provel, bacon and onion with a sweet red pepper sauce. All this on a dense and chewy hoagie roll. Perfect!", "Great sandwiches...probably some of the best in St. Louis! Vince Valenza and his staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Check them out on a Saturday around noon...a great place to stop in after a long night (i.e., good hangover food).", "It's surprising that you get as much food as you do for the low low cost that they charge. I was hesitant to try my sandwich at first, thinking it must not be very good if it's that cheap. I was Wrong! This place serves some delicious sandwiches. The only complaint I have is that they use bell peppers on almost everything and I'm allergic, but it's easy to order your sandwich without and so it is not a big deal.", "Yes, you can get a REAL sandwich in St. Louis, at Blues City Deli. I'm used to hefty portions of deli meat, with just the right amount of dressings, on good bread. In my experiences here, I've encountered Subway-style sandwiches that don't really satisfy you.\n\nI might sound like I'm seeking a \"Wow Factor\" but I believe sandwiches should serve the purpose of being a portable, real meal. \n\nHowever, getting a sandwich at Blues City Deli does make one go \"Wow!\" My last visit led me to try the St. Louis Primo, a wonderful mix of Italian deli meats, appropriate veggies, some vinagrette, on muffaleta bread. This sandwich was pure comfort food and made me smile as I stuffed my face with deli-meat wonder.\n\nIt's really busy during lunch, but I've never waited more than five minutes in line to order. What's really cool is that the owner (who mans the register often) tries really hard to remember your name, or at least something about you. That kind of customer service is really hard to come by.\n\nAnother thing, there's often really good blues musicians playing in this eatery if you so choose to dine-in. It adds to the hefty collection of St. Louis/Blues (the music) memorabilia, and is definitely a draw.", "Like many other reviews I give Blues City Deli sandwich accolades! I am a pretty boring and safe sandwich person so I can only speak to the turkey supreme. A healthy portion of cheese and turkey and just enough bacon make this sandwich a satisfying meal! No chips needed! \n\nI am anxious to visit again with a more adventurous sandwich connoisseur, aka my husband, to see what he thinks.\n\nThe owner was manning the register and was very friendly - that alone will bring me back for another visit. Too often this isn't the case at other local eateries!", "Wow...um...yummy yummy yummy...this place is divine...I mean...seriously divine...they positively load up their sandwiches and they will satisfy you until two meals from now....\n\nI have been here twice now and both times I must say, the sandwich was stellar and memorable. The veggies were fresh, the meat eaters I came with said their meat (also piled high) was amazing, the cheese is given in very generous portions (the mark of any good establishment in my book) and the breads are soft and amazing. There is no need for sides with this beefy sandwich...trust me, it will more than fill you up.\n\nTo make it better, the staff is super friendly and funny. I love coming to place like this where I always feel good about frequenting their establishment. Easily one of the best sandwich shops in town...easily.", "The guy that owns this place is the nicest person. So outgoing and boistrous. He remembers everyones faves and names.\n\nwhat a gem!" ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "I adore In-N OUt burgers - get them animal style or try them in a lettuce wrap (protein style). They've got a special menu not listed (http://www.in-n-out.com) and their fries are amazing - you can actually taste the potato in them. Their menu is very basic but it's all you need - burgers, fries, and shakes.", "In 'n Out Burger's Secret Menu\nOfficial website: (http://www.in-n-out.com/secretmenu.asp)\nWikipedia's more complete coverage: (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In-N-Out_Burger_secret_menu)\n\nI'll have...\nthe Animal style burger with Grilled onions and Extra cheese\nFries lightly well done or Animal style fries, and\na Neapolitan shake\nTo go, please.\n\nMm mm mm.\n\nI wish they had a Krispy Kreme next to this In 'n Out!", "I hate you In-n-Out Burger!!!\n\nYour tasty double double protein style with grilled onions haunts me in my sleep. You call to me \"Move back to the west coast! Move back and then you can have all the In-n-Out you'll ever need!\" I toss and turn, tortured by those well done fries dancing in my head. \n\nWhy the f*ck did I move to the east coast?", "Talking to the counter person I asked if \"service\" had been added to the secret menu.\n\nIf that's where it now resided...\n\nNot a smile.\nNot even a wink. \nI mean if you're going to paint your eyebrows on you might as well use them.\n\nFOOD:\n \nReasonable. \nGood burgers. \nOk fries. \nIt seems relatively clean.", "Let me start by saying that I love In N Out and I would give In N Out 5 stars hands down for the food alone. I am giving 3 stars for this location only and here is why......we got in there, granted it was pretty late, but the place looked like a freaking tornado hit it I swear! Food and trash all over the damn place. Tables werent wiped down or anything. Pretty nasty site to see. We ordered our food and it took like 15 minutes to get it and it wasnt even that crowded which is rare. In N Out usually pumps out your food asap but tonight they lagged big time. The last straw was that we got our food and our burgers still had a tad of pink in them. This is the second time, both times here at this In N Out I have ever had that happen to me. Both times resulting in some stomach problems if you know what I mean. The fries tasted a tad funky too like they were sitting out for awhile. Chocolate shake was bomb as usual. Well thats my story and Im sticking to it.....all other In N Outs that I have ever been to....5 stars....this one in Goleta....only 3.", "This Goleta location presents a fascinatingly diverse slice of life. The crossroads of local humanity.\n\nThis is where the supposed downtrodden and common masses become royalty. \nTo wit - a man in a grungy work shirt and baseball cap with swank mullet peeking out requested the staff clean his table, \"my good man, a wipe down for this table, if you please!\"\nAn elegant silver-haired woman sitting near me, fingers covered in tasteful rings, chomps on her burger.\nAdjacent to borderline homeless and a group of new-age travellers, scratching their heads over how they managed to get off track on their roadtrip to Humbolt.\n\n\nBut most notable:\n\nSpeedy, on all counts. Truly in and out. \nI had to leave work early today. Thanks.", "Got hungry on our road trip and was not sure of a good place to stop. Then we saw in n out. Decision made. \nIt tasted good. It was easy access from the freeway and the line wasn't long. Only scary part of this visit was the 20 kindergardeners eating inside. We sat far, far away from them. I think my husband was scared of them. \nWe ate, stretched, and got back on the road with full tummys.", "I was in elementary school when this In-N-Out location opened. After much hype and anticipation, Santa Barbara residents flocked from all over and for weeks the line to order stretched out seemingly endlessly. When you're in 5th-grade, waiting 45 minutes for a burger seems like an eternity. Still worth it. Many years later, the wait has of course gone down drastically but the tasty experience has persevered.\n\nMy love for In-N-Out has never waned, and when I return home it is always a must-stop. Nothing too fancy - a double-double animal style with well-done fries will melt my heart. I always make sure to ask for a few of their paper hats and free In-N-Out stickers to give to friends back in DC. The restaurant is easy to access right off the 101 freeway.\n\nThe only true issue with this location has been the men's bathroom urinal. Despite the creativity of angles one uses, there is a considerable splash factor that always made me question whether the urinal manufacturer actually tested their product before release. Perhaps they've finally replaced it.\n\nAt the end of the day, the classic In-N-Out palm trees seem to sway to the wind most appropriately in the beautiful city of Santa Barbara. And a double-double tenderly driven to, and eaten on the beach will brings forth smiles every time.", "If you dont like IN and Out you dont like life...... Whats better than a super burger, solid positive staff, fair prices, clean facitlty and a secret menu!? Of course theres more fancy places to get a bite but whats more perfect than a double-double on a road trip or after a day at the beach? Nothin!", "I love IN-N-OUT! I typically eat here at least once a week since its close to my apt. The service people are pretty nice and the restaurant is clean. Drive Thru takes a while to get though especially at lunch time, but it is pretty quick. Parking lot is large but again it gets pretty full at lunch/dinner time." ]

[ 5, 4, 5, 2, 3, 3, 3, 5, 5, 4 ]

[ "This place is a gem. As a native Calgarian who has recently moved to Edmonton, I was on a hunt to find authentic Thai food. What I found, iis that not only is this better than any Thai restaurant in Calgary, but it's the most authentic Thai food I have had outside of Thailand, where I have traveled to on several occasions.\nMy significant other and I LOVE Numchok Wilai, and have taken several of our friends here, who have resoundingly agreed with our assessment. Their green mango salad is a perfect balance of sweet, sour and spice. Their Pla Ra Plik (fried whole pomfret) takes me back to seafood restaurants in Phuket. The Thai basil with seafood has a generous helping of seafood, and although not truly a Thai dish, the stuffed chicken wings are delicious. As an extra bonus, their prices are extremely reasonable for their portion sizes. Thai food tends to be served in relatively small serving dishes for customers to share in a family-style manner. Numchok Wiliai's serving dishes, though small, are at least almost double the size of Viphalay (a very popular Thai restaurant in Edmonton), and their prices lower as well! To top it off, the owners are extremely sweet and polite. Service is efficient and fast without being overbearing. \n\nI'm not sure why this place is not teeming with people each night. Perhaps the odd name turns people off, but truly it is a gem.", "I was looking for something new in town. Something tasty and reasonable in a normal price range 20.00 or so per person. Voila, SEE magazine had a review of this restaurant. I was surprised to hear that it had also been selected for the Where to Eat in Canada review guide.\n\nThe food is remarkable, of course the satay is delicious, the two soups we ordered, one a coconut, the other a seafood hot and sour were also very spicy and full of complex flavours, The green curry was superb as was the mango salad. Just thinking back on the meal makes me want to run over and pick up something to snack on.\n\nHighly recommended, a big yum in my books, the bill for four with two drinks each was just under 30 per person.", "Went to this little restaurant yesterday for lunch. Great experience. I will admit right off that I don't go to Thai restaurants regularly. I have a peanut allergy, so I'm always a little antsy.\n\nI told the server right off that I have an allergy and he helped me pick something without peanuts. The lunch deal comes with a small but very tasty bowl of lemongrass soup and 2 spring rolls. Both were great. Then you get your pick of an entree from a list of about 20 or so items. The items range from curries to coconut sauces, from pad thai to the Hot Beef Basil entree I had. My meal was great and a huge portion. I was, surprisingly, only able to eat half of it and took the rest home for later. The entree was served with a good helping of rice. The others with me had pad thai and a thai green curry. Both look excellent!\n\nNow here's the great part... lunch was only $9.95 per person, with drinks on top of that. Great deal given the quality of food and the quantity you receive.\n\nThe have some limited parking in the back of the restaurant, with a door that allows access from the back. Bathrooms were clean and the decor or the restaurant was tasteful.\n\nOverall, a great choice for a quick lunch! If you only have an hour, this place is a great choice!", "I've gone passed this place a lot (mostly on my way to Duchess) and after hearing some great things, I went for dinner there with my aunt. We got our standard \"starving student\" order, which means we order a giant pile of things so we can try a bunch of different dishes, and then I get a couple days of leftovers. \n\nWe started with the chicken satay, which was really nice, and then got crispy chicken with garlic sauce, a seafood curry, tofu red curry, and coconut rice. Everything was absolutely delicious, although at the upper bound of what my northern Alberta palette can handle for spiciness. We end up at Thai restaurants a fair bit, and while they're mostly pretty good, this place won hands down for the best Thai we've had in Edmonton so far.\n\nOur bill was about $50 for two dinners (and two lunches....) and I saw a menu up for a $10 lunch special, so the prices here are pretty reasonable. \n\nThere were two servers working that evening, and they were both very friendly and very helpful. Service was fast and my water was refilled every time before it made it past half full. \n\nThe only thing I found surprising was how quiet it was. They've been in that spot for 3 years, and have got great reviews (which they deserve), but there were only a couple other tables in there that night. Come on Edmonton....", "At last we've made it into this curiously named spot. The service was nearly spot on and the food was delicious. \n\nI'm not sure if they gave us the right salad, we ordered the Som Tum Mango (Thai Style Spicy Mango Salad). It wasn't medium spice as ordered, but perhaps we should have ordered hot spicy. Regardless, it was very good and was a nice balance to our curries.\n\nThe red curry and massaman were very similar, I loved the high bamboo to chicken ratio in the red, and peanuty cream in the massaman. The stir-fried eggplant was good, but the sauce overpowered these delicate little veggies. Not sure that I'd order that dish again, and it wouldn't win over any newcomers to eggplant. The coconut rice was yummy and the perfect base for the curries. Our group paired the meal with Singha and Chang Thai beer and the meal came in at a very reasonable price with a couple bevies each.\n\nOur server was very welcoming and friendly, it felt like being welcomed into the family with gentle recommendations and timely service. We'll be back.\n\n\nUPDATE: We took our leftovers home and they were delicious. The only caveat is they didn't send home the left over mango salad or one of the curries. I know there was leftover sauce with a few bamboo shoots that weren't in our doggie bag, and darn it, I loved the sauce and those crispy tidbits. I'd take away a star if I didn't enjoy the food that much!", "A quaint little Thai restaurant that probably, I'm guessing, doesn't get much attention due to location. And boy, is that unfortunate, because this place is great!\n\nOur food came out in a matter of no time, one of the quickest wait-times I've seen actually. I don't think we had to wait longer than 5-7 minutes for our order. Why can't it be like this everywhere you go?\n\nThe green curry tofu is delicious, with lots of bamboo shoots, carrots, green peppers, and tofu balls. Piled on top of your coconut rice, it's simply divine. It's not too spicy, but a nice spice that builds up in your mouth the more you eat, with a full and deep flavor. Great vegetarian option if you're not into meat!\n\nAlso highly recommended is the garlic chicken served with a bowl of hot sauce on the side. It's got lots of toasted garlic on it, so full of flavor and kick!\n\nWe finished off with the black sticky rice and fresh mango, sooo good ... The mango was just as a mango should be -- sweet and juicy! The sticky rice was okay, I liked the sweetness but some of it was oddly hard and crunchy, and I prefer my sticky rice to be chewy and gooey. But still good! The condensed milk they serve on the side makes everything really sweet, so if you don't like things too sweet, skip the milk. It tastes fine just the way it is sans milk.\n\nBesides the food, VERY fast and friendly service, and a beautifully decorated, cozy dining space. And FYI, parking is in the back.\n\nWill definitely be back for more!", "Love this little Thai restaurant on 124th street! They have AWESOME lunch specials that all come with a bowl of their soup of the day - usually around $10 - standard options - Pad Thai, Green/Red Curry, etc.\n\nTheir menu is available online (lunch specials not listed on the menu when I just checked it):\n\nhttp://numchokwilai.ca/menu/\n\nI highly recommend all the curries, Pad Thai, and their Calamari for an appetizer - Mmm... Mmm... spicy calamari! Their stir fries and Thai Hot Basil Tofu is really good too!\n\nAnother little thing I like about this place... If you order rice they don't gauge you! Maybe it's just me, but being charged $4-$5.95 for a side bowl of rice drives me crazy! They charge $1.50 to $2.50 for sides of rice depending on if you order regular, sticky, or coconut rice. Rice is included in their lunch special price for curries... Who eats a curry without rice anyway???\n\nThey are closed Sundays.\n\nThe service is always friendly and efficient - they truly make you feel appreciated and cared for. One of our favorite gems in the city!", "A Thai friend told me about this place, and it really is excellent. Most of the usual Thai dishes are here, and a few unusual ones and specials as well.\n\nSome are really spicy, which I love - ask for the 'authentic Thai' spice level if you are feeling brave!", "I frequent this restaurant often! the Food, and Environment is Amazing. The Owners treat You with the utmost Respect and Loyalty. The Food is top notch, and rather affordable, especially when compared to other Thai restaurants. I highly recommend this place...\n\nEnjoy!", "Such yummy food here! Best massaman curry in the city. Massaman is like a cinnamon-y, creamy Thai stew that is definitely worth the try if you've never had it! \nVery reasonable prices and great service!" ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 5, 4, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "The chicken tikka masala was very good. The sauce was a bit creamier than what I'm used to but I enjoyed it all the same. The paratha was nice and crispy and not overly greasy. I'll be coming back to try more of the dishes but I'm happy with the food quality and service thus far. It's small but very clean, and the servers are friendly and helpful.", "Ekta has been one of my favorites in Philly for some time based on the following:\n-It's arguably the best Indian food I have had. Ever. \n-The quality/taste is consistently lives up to my expectations\n-The Fishtown location delivers essentially to all of metro Philadelphia. The delivery radius is actually absurd (Fishtown, Nolibs, Fairmount, Rittenhouse, Center City, Old City, Queen Village), and even though they have pulled back the boundaries a bit, it's still quite impressive.\n-Relatively inexpensive.\n-The leftovers reheat beautifully - almost the original state. \n\nSo, we decided to give Ekta Bryn Mawr a whirl. Of course, we proceeded with caution. Would the Bryn Mawr location taste as good as Fishtown? Would their Tikka Masala still make us sigh contentedly and love life just a bit more at that moment? Would their Saagwala be so good that it would make us forget that Chicken Tikka Masala was actually our favorite with each new bite?\n\nWHAT WE ATE\n*Samosa Chat\nThis was soooooo interesting. First of all, we were surprised that the dish was served COLD. It was layers of fried pastry dough that is used in samosas, flattened to form the first layer. Then around it and on top there were crumbled pieces of fried noodle-type looking things. It looked and tasted very similar to chopped up fried singapore noodles. Then, it was topped with chick peas, onions, mint, sauces, and a few slivers of ginger. At first, it was weird trying to get used to the fact that this dish was cold, but with each extremely flavorful bite.\n\n*Chicken Tikka Masala\nIf you haven't tried Indian cuisine before, I always recommend that you start with Tikka Masala - it is definitely the most approachable intro dish. This is probably because Tikka Masala isn't really authentic traditional Indian cuisine, but rather an invention that originated with the Brits by tweaking an existing dish to friendly-fy the taste for Western palates. However it was born, I don't care, I love it and it's AWESOME at Ekta. The Tikka Masala did taste slightly different than what we were used to at the Fishtown shop. I'd say it was a teensy bit less sweet, but it still tasted heavenly and I wouldn't really be able to tell you if one was better than the other - just that they were different. SLIGHTLY.\n\n*Chicken Saagwala\nSaagwala is one of my newer favorite Indian dishes. It's essentially like a cream of spinach dish, with pureed or chopped spinach, excessive amounts of butter and ginger. The saagwala tasted the same as what we expected, thankfully. The one minor difference is that I felt like the spinach pieces may have been larger at this location? So - rather than pureed/minced, they were closer to a very fine chop? It doesn't really matter though, it was stellar.\n\nAbout the comparison to Tiffin, if we're debating straight up food - the short version is that I prefer the fried samosas and pakoras at Tiffin, but the sauces and main dishes really shine at Ekta. \n\nThe interior decor in Bryn Mawr is actually very nice. Whereas the Fishtown location does feel very much like a makeshift dining room attached to a takeout counter, the Bryn Mawr location boasts of all the staples that are required to make a Mainline restaurant successful - cleanly and semi-formally attired waitstaff, friendly and attentive service, comfortable but solid wooden tables/chairs.\n\nAn added bonus - it's BYOB! There isn't much more to say about that", "Good food. Indian in Bryn Mawr, yay! I had Malai Kofta, which didn't really seem to have much cheese for \"cheese dumplings\" but were nonetheless delicious. My girlfriend had mango chicken (on the special bryn mawr menu) and it was delicious as well. \n\nI've had better naan but this was perfectly acceptable. tamarind and mint chutneys served with it were good. \n\ndecor is somewhat cheesy but that doesn't matter. service is just fine. \n\nlots of families with kids there when I went. \n\nThey deliver! and there's no fee (according to the website) so a meal + tip is pretty much the same price whether you go to sit in or order delivery. Seeing as how I usually end up spending way more than I intend on delivery food I think I'll try this next time and get better quality food than pizza or bad chinese for probably a similar price.\n\nAlso I definitely plan to go to the 9? dollar lunch buffet sometime!", "Seeing as there was not one Indian working in the place (we were served by all Nepalese and one Bhutanese guy) it was one of the BEST Indian restaurants I've been to in awhile! I'd give the fennel bread a pass but my veggie dishes were great and the rice was just supurb along with with above board service, friendly atmosphere all topped off with a BYOB.. this vegetarian is going back for more!", "Seriously. Do not, whatever you do, eat here. If you do you will be forced to enjoy arguably the best Indian on the Main Line. And you will likely overeat. \n\nSeriously, I love the Ekta in Fishtown. But this one is better. The dining room is a bit weird (it was probably once an Italian joint). But who cares. Once you taste their Butter Chicken, you wont care about anything other than whats on your fork. Then you won't listen to your stomach when it says you're full. You'll just keep eating and savoring each mouthful of tasty goodness UNTIL YOU EXPLODE!", "I got a flyer in the mail about this restaurant so I was curious to try it out. I had to run an errand nearby so I ordered Alu Ghobi and Samosa's to go. I picked up the food at 3pm at the promised time. Here's the bad: when I got home and tried it out, the food tasted like it was reheated food from the lunchtime buffet. As for the good: the restaurant does have a nice ambience. Too bad I won't be coming back.", "Great weekday buffet ! Mattar paneer was off the hook!", "After Saffron's successful entrance into the Main Line, we were excited to get a place even closer to our home. After trying Ekta's food twice, we were somewhat disappointed. Perhaps it was because Saffron was our point of comparison, which is outstanding in our opinion.", "I was staying in a hotel for an extended period of time in Conhohocken and not thrilled with my selection of restaurants in the area. Then I found Ekta, the closest reputable Indian place on yelp.\n\nI was blown away with how amazing the food was. I did takeout both times and the first time I accidentally ordered from the wrong location as I went to the other to pick it up. They were very nice about it and put a rush on making my order. I only had to wait less than 10 minutes. \n\nThe food itself is outstanding. I think one time I ordered a channa masala-like dish and the other time I tried something I had never had before. I definitely will be going back soon.", "Incredibly cozy, wonderful decor, and that fantastic smell. The rosemary naan was great (not the best, but good), the lamb dishes were very tasty, and the desserts were fine. Only gripes is that the dishes were VERY small for the price and they gave us one bowl of rice to share between two people (definitely not enough). The finishing touch was adorable: little bags of a sample of Lindt chocolates (random but still cute). Don't ask for tea though, unless you know what Indian tea is. \n\nOther notes: bathrooms are very clean and nice. Cheap metered parking is across the street. BYOB!" ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 2, 4, 2, 5, 4 ]

[ "Great food and great service! They even have a patio which is rare to find", "Our new favorite semi-local Mexi stop. Pretty good food, friendly staff and really good house Margaritas - got a little kick to them :-). I always get a veggie quesadilla which anyone does but nothing to fault here. They added misters to the outdoor seating too so it's bearable in summer. And they always have soccer on TV.", "This place is very good. I love the pork taco with onion and cilantro it comes with green chili sauce to flavor..", "Food is very good and the service was decent. Food is freh and brought it very hot. I will be there again.", "Food is mediocre and the service was horrible. My husband and I no sooner put our forks down from finishing our meal when we were asked to leave so space could be made for the incoming dinner rush. Inexcusable service, we will not return.", "Was not to bad. \ngaucamole tasted like it was from a jar. Not fresh at all.\n\nGot a Pork Burritto that was good though.", "I eaten at another Val;larts's location and wasn't too impressed. I had the carnitas tacos and was pleasantly surprised. The Pork was tasty and not too fatty. Service was very good and attentive. The beer was cold and the chips were plentiful. The salsa they serve with the chips was really just tomato sauce but if you ask them they will bring you some salsa with a kick and a bite to it!", "I hadn't been to Vallarata's for about 2 years or so when they first appeared here. The food back then was pretty good. Just went recently to get some $1 tacos and they were gross. Taco shells were cold, never heated and the re-fried beans had no taste to them as well as nothing much in the taco, just some iceberg lettuce. Salsa was watery and I had to try to use that for some taste in the taco which made it a complete mess. This isn't Mexican food one bit as there is no taste to it. We will stick with Tijuana Flats for quick Tex-Mex and for Taco Bus when we want real Mexican food.", "What a nice addition to our community! Great food, smiling servers, good value. We will be back soon. GB", "Nice service. Fun music. Ok food." ]

[ 4, 4, 4, 4, 1, 3, 3, 1, 5, 3 ]

[ "WOW a new restaurant that YOU must try. Annie was our server and did a fantastic job. We ordered Egg Rolls, Wor Wonton Soup, The Generals Chicken, Mongolian Beef and the Crab Rangoon. It was all wonderful, and tasty. The soup was hot the egg rolls crispy and the Crab Rangoon was wonderful. We ate in but you can also take out. They serve great food, and it's ready when you want it. Looking so forward to going back!", "This place use to be called Armani Chef, it was ok had only been there twice since moving to Reno 2 years ago which is odd since we love Chinese food and only live about 5 minutes away. We decided to give it another try today and when we got there we realized it was no longer Armani Chef it is now called Chinese Kitchen. We decided to check it out and I'm glad we did, everything we ordered was delicious and tasted fresh. I recommend asking for spicy chow main noodles (to die for). The quality and taste of food is so much better then before. The staff was nice and friendly which makes you want to come back. We will be back soon. Prices are perfect for the amount of food you get. I recommend this place to all Chinese food lovers, and even if your not a fan, trust me you'll become one after having their food.", "Stopped by for lunch today and glad we did! We did not hear much good about Armani Kitchen, but this place is great! We ordered the Orange Chicken, egg rolls, and Mongolian Chicken. All tasted fresh with a bit of spice to it. We also sampled the hot and sour soup and it was the best we have ever had. Nice and rich with a bit of heat. VERY friendly staff. We will definitely be back. Glad to have them in the neighborhood!", "I took the 3 little kids (7,5,1.5) to lunch after working out and prior to grocery shopping. We ate in a welcoming environment, and enjoyed every dish. I ordered conservatively; 2 lunches (chicken and brocolli & orange chicken)) for the 3 kids and a spicy lunch special for myself (kung Pao chicken) The server offered me hot and sour soup because I expressed interest in spicy dishes. It was exotic and spicy; mushrooms, tofu, dark broth....delicious, and spicy! She offered seconds. But we were enticed when she suggested pot stickers. Their potstickers are not from Costco. They are beautiful, gingery, flavorful, served with a rich, spicy sauce. The kids devoured them......I fought for a second, but failed. They two older kids wanted to give a tip because they loved it so much. The baby just wanted more pot stickers and Dr pepper. I plan to return to experience one of the daily fish specials. The food was fresh and the service gracious. I felt that we experienced authentic and inspired cuisine.", "Get the garlic eggplant... Phenomenal!! Great with soft tofu. So glad they are down the street because I will need a weekly fix! YUM!! Welcome to the neighborhood China Kitchen!!", "The spicy salted pork chop was excellent and I would recommend that to anyone.\nThe appetizers were meh and the hot-and-sour soup was poor. I'm giving them two stars mainly because of a bad experience. I won't return.\nI got to China Kitchen at about 5:10 p.m. I placed my order at the counter because I wasn't sure if they had waiter service. I guess they do. I ordered the pork chop because it looked like the least Americanized thing I could find on the menu. I wanted to try different appetizers to see which they did best. Since the pork would be spicy, I knew I should have gotten a non-spicy soup to balance the meal, but I like hot-and-sour soup too much, so I ordered that.\nI paid and made it clear I wanted to eat it there (in large part so I could get good photos of the food). The younger girl who took my order said \"Here?\" and I said yes, so she waved me over to a table. There are five four-tops and two were occupied. I took the third one. The dinner rush showed up and within five minutes or so the two remaining tables were taken. Then there was what appeared to be a family of four waiting for a table.\nFinally, the young gal who took my order came out of the kitchen holding a bowl of soup. She made eye contact with me and smiled. I assumed it was my soup. Then an older woman behind the counter gestured with her hand and said something to the younger gal with the soup,. She walked back into the kitchen. I never saw a bowl of soup out of the kitchen the rest of the time I was there.\nFinally, several minutes later, the young gal came out of the kitchen with two bags of food to go. She came over and set it on my table. I explained I wanted to eat it there. \"Here?\" she asked. Yes, here, I replied. \"Here?\" she asked again? A little more assertively I said again, yes here. She seemed resigned to the fact I was going to eat there, so she started taking the food out and plating it. There was no spoon on the table and there was no spoon to go in the to-go bag either (maybe it wasn't originally done to go?) so she got a spoon from behind the counter.\nI started with the hot-and-sour soup. It was definitely off. I don't know if it was missing an ingredient or had too much of something else (maybe cornstarch). To tell you how bad the hot-and-sour soup was, they brought it in a to-go container and I left at least half of it there.\nI liked the barbecue pork skewer among the appetizers, but nothing else jumped out at me. The spring rolls and fried chicken both had what I call a refrigerator taste like they had been in the refrigerator too long.\nThe person who cooked the spicy salted pork chop showed some real talent though. Nicely spice. Probably too much salt but I still liked it. But also tender and flavorful.\nThe selection of vegetables was also disappointing. There were five choices and three of them were some variation of tofu.\nMy entree was better than the typical Chinese fast food place but China Kitchen did not fare well in too many other categories for me to return.", "The Appetizer sampler was good, Right out of extremely hot oil making everything crisp and not soggy with oil. Would probably try the pot stickers next time. \n\nWe had the House Chow Mein (soft noodles), Broccoli beef and Kung Pao Triple delight. Ample serving sizes and served piping hot!!\n\nThe Kung Pao was excellent! Great flavor, not just hot for hot sake. Vegetables across the board were bite size, and perfectly cooked, not all soggy stems. No skimping on meats or shrimp and all the sauces were very tasty.\n\nThere may be a fight for the leftovers in the morning.\n\nOnly seating for about 20 (5 booths), so if you are going on a busy night, get there early. it is worth it.\n\nThis is not a fancy Palis de Jade, this is a nice place family run place for a nice meal or take out! Enjoy... We did.", "The atmosphere is wonderful as well, relaxing and inviting. Service was great! They were so nice and polite. I loved the food!!", "Decent lunch special. I really liked the veggies in the Kung Pow Chicken and it's got just enough spice (if you like spicy that is). Came in shortly after the lunch hour, they immediately started making my order and it was done probably 10 minutes later. I'll probably give it another try cause it was decent food... Maybe next time they can explain to me what the gluten free sign means, cause the gentleman who took my order sure didn't.", "Each time we eat here it is delicious and the staff are so friendly. We ordered way too much food this time and they were worried we did not like it. It was great. House fried rice was filled with Shrimp, beef, onions, and was very tasty. I love the . \"General's Chicken\" and of course the egg rolls.\n\nMy suggestion to those who gave this place bad reviews - If you have a dish you don't like they would love to have you tell them. Don't just go away and write a bad review. They really want to please their customers." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 2, 4, 4, 3, 5 ]

[ "It's a dump...but I enjoy it's dumpyness.\n\nGreat roastbeef sandwiches and very cheap beer. The menu is very limited but that's how it should be here.", "A roastbeef sandwich that is unreal. The turkey sandwich is equally as good. Reminds me of the day after Thanksgiving - all the leftover goodness. A dark and dingy dive with cheap domestics. Did I mention great place to pick up chicks?", "Went for lunch today for the first time. There's definitely something unique about it and I thought the food was pretty good. \n\nHad a roast beef sandwich and fries. The roast beef comes on a delicious bun in gravy, and you can get cheese and other toppings on it if you want. The thing was pretty hearty, but I think the prices are a bit too high as you have to order fries on the side, which were also good though.\n\nThe menu is pretty limited but they seem to be sticking to what they do best. Turkey and pork are their other main sandwiches, and they have some additional side items like cheese sticks and onion rings. I really wish they did a good burger because their bun is really good.\n\nI think I'd go back but I couldn't quite get up to 4 stars because of the somewhat high prices and limited menu. I do recommend it though, especially for a place to get a cheap Yuengling and a hearty meat sandwich.", "Nicks is only a few minutes from my house. I am always picking up roast beef sandwiches. I call ahead and order it, usually takes like 10-15 minutes. The service is good there. Oh, the gravy fries rock too!", "Let's start by stating that I am a West Coast girl. \n\nHowever, my thoughts on moving to a Philadelphia suburb dramatically changed after having a traditional roast beef sandwich w/ au jus fries at Nick's.\n\nMy fiancé grew up in the adorable town of Springfield and ranted & raved about this hidden gem. I am a big foodie and culinary fan, so the thought of my future husband going berserk when just speaking of Nick's RB sandwiches scared me a bit.\n\nBoy was I wrong. By far, the best roast beef sandwich I have ever had. Plus, the bar is a perfect place to drink away for hours afterward, hoping to rid yourself of that full feeling. \n\nThis place is a foodie gem, as everyone who grew up in the area proudly brags. But for those straggly West Coast people like myself, just trust me .. this sandwich holds the power of turning you in a Pennsylvania resident.", "If you haven't had it try it.....The BEST roast beef sandwich hands down! Great place to grab a beer and watch a game.\n\nEnjoy!", "I haven't been to the original Nick's Roast Beef in Philly since I was a little kid, so I can't really compare these sandwiches to theirs. But I will say that there probably isn't a better place to sit-down & eat in Springfield-- casual or otherwise. The sandwiches are a bit messy, but they're GOOD. Beer is cheap (at least to this New York City boy) & the battered fries are heavenly. The menu is small, but to me, that's usually the sign of good, specialized food. The location is a bit random (okay, VERY random) & the building quite unassuming, but seek it out if you're in the area.. you probably won't be able to find better.", "Great people, great local feel. Amazing roast beef sandwich, get the gravy fries.", "Omg.\n\nI came in from CA for work and had just seen the Philly \"man vs food\", so was on the hunt for this mythical roast pork sandwich. I was way the hell out of the way of dinic's @ the reading terminal market, so I found Nick's old original roast beef, about 75% closer to me.\n\nI still haven't been able to try dinic's but Nick's was the best roast beef [saving the pork for tomorrow; beef *was* in the restaurant name after all] sandwich I have ever tasted. the bun is fantastic, the cheese is sooo good and perfectly melted in w/ the beef and the beef is perfectly seasoned... Absolutely delicious. \n\nSince it's such a hit w/ local folks, the parking is a bit questionable, esp. with the parking in back so tight. \n\nThe atmosphere is definitely a 'local' joint and for a newb the menu's a bit sparse on details, but that's just what this place is like. Adds to the experience. :)\n\nPS: DO NOT FORGET THE GRAVY FRIES.", "The first reviews which come up when you search Nick's Old Original RB mislead me. Perhaps these people have a larger sample of experiences to go on but having visited twice I've twice had the occasion to say \"wow, this was really bad\". \n\nThe ingredients were low quality and the salt content was astounding. The roast beef was lower than deli quality -- I'm spoiled by the great NY sources (3rd Ave Deli etc..). The fries au'jus were overwhelmingly salty.\n\nI'll try one more time because these rave reviews must have something to them... right?" ]

[ 3, 5, 3, 4, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 2 ]

[ "You have to rate a place based on what it is, and this is a hole-in-the-wall pan-Asian east-side dive -- and for what it is, it's pretty good. Not quite 4 stars, but not 3. Three and a half would've been a better fit. The bump up to 4 stars was based on our love of their Hot Jalapeño Chicken Wings. Now don't go there expecting bright orange wings glistening in sauce, accompanied by carrot and celery sticks, with ranch dressing on the side. These are different and employ a Tucson favorite, the jalapeño. The dish is basically little hunks of fried chicken topped with minced jalapeños and some other tiny pepper that looks like a chile pequin---awesome. My husband usually gets the twiced cooked BBQ pork (not the regular pork, the BBQ one -- we got the wrong one once and it wasn't as good) and I look for something with broccoli in it. I haven't found anything I like enough to order it twice. But I like the appetizer enough to keep coming back to try again. \n\nOther Notes of Interest:\n\"Asian\" in the title because they serve Vietnamese, Thai, Korean, Japanese and Chinese food. We've only had the Thai and Chinese.\nThe iced tea tastes funky--so if you're an iced tea freak, this may ruin the whole thing for you.\n\"Chips & Salsa\"--when you first arrive you get a bowl of fried wonton strips with plum sauce. Avoid this.\nThey serve brown rice (in addition to white) to bring down the glycemic index of your meal.\nLots of regulars stop by for take out.\nThey deliver.", "When is a Chinese restaurant not a Chinese restaurant? When the cook is South East Asian and his style is influenced by Vietnamese, Thai and Korean cuisines. Selections from all those cuisines are listed on the menu.\n\nMy wife and I have eaten at Wei Asian Cafe many times over the last three years - frequently enough that the owner teases me about my doctor being on vacation whenever I order Tshingtao beer to go with our meal. We've found items on the menu that we really like and a few (very, very few) that we're not quite so fond of. The won-ton soup is great and there have been occasions that I've stopped by just to bring home a quart. Unlike many won-ton soups we've experienced over the years that are devoid of much other than a won-ton, a small piece of pork and a cut up scallion, the soup at Wei is loaded with goodies - pea pods, Chinese cabbage, carrot slices, sliced bamboo shoots and broccoli along with a couple won-tons in a flavorful broth. We also recommend the fried dumplings.\n\nOn the down side, their egg rolls haven't met our expectations.\n\nIf you're looking for an unpretentious place to have a reasonably priced meal with fresh ingredients and friendly service, Give Wei Asian Cafe a try. Portions are generous and we've always left feeling we got a great value for the money.\n\nA selection of beer and wine is available.\n\nAs a foot note, the cafe was recently renovated - new paint job, table cloths and upholstery for the booths. They did a great job.", "I've had two meals at this place and they won't be my last. My first was (I believe) General Tso's Chicken. Very good! Spicy- which is what I was looking for- and big servings. The 2nd was plain old beef and broccoli. WOW! For such a simple plate, it had so much flavor. I had it delivered, with an order of egg rolls (!!) and it came to 14 dollars. BUT, it provided me with two dinners! :) Highly recommended! Will definitely return!", "Wei Asian cafe is Wei good! Teriyaki chicken did NOT look like cat meat and tasted Wei better than any other I've had in Tucson. Even my wife liked it! I'll be bok.", "Great deliver service! Heard from my fellow yelpers that there is thai food on the menu to. Ordered pad thai, red curry mussles and summer rolls. Pad thai was yummy and had lots of meat to it. The red curry wasn't so much red as orange/yellow, but still tasted good. The mussles were plentiful and to my delight they were the better quality green muscles too! Spring rolls were also good. We'll be back.", "I live in Rita ranch and this is my favorite Asian restaurant on the east side..great food! way better then luckies", "mmmmmmmmmm\n\nbest eastside chinese food!", "This is has been my go-to spot for take out since moving here a year ago. My cousin recommended it to me within the first few days I was in town and thank god for that.\n\nWe've eaten in a lot (try the lunch special...it's cheap & plentiful!) but lately we've been ordering & having it delivered. They should change the name to the Speedy Diner...we usually get our order in 30 minutes or less. (Except for once when the driver's car broke down and we waited an hour and half - but our food somehow still arrived hot. How DO they do that?)\n\nJust writing this review is making me hungry. I think I know what I'm ordering for dinner tonight...", "The food is always on point, very tasty, great portions, friendly staff. It's location seems sketchy at first but the food exceeds your expectations. We have never been disappointed, I hope neither will you!", "Wei Asian Cafe is the best restaurant in Tucson, bar none. Yes, it's an unassuming storefront in a rather out-of-the way strip mall, but it puts its effort into cooking great food, not in improving the decor. We eat there weekly, and do take out from time to time. Our favorites are the various eggplant dishes and those with shrimp. Indeed, as a seafood restaurant, Wei Asian Cafe surpasses everything else in Tucson. The staff is friendly and remembers its repeat customers; the service is efficient; and the food is consistently superb. What else could a diner want if Asian food is what you're seeking?" ]

[ 4, 4, 5, 4, 3, 4, 5, 5, 4, 5 ]

[ "Alberta Avenue boasts restaurants from just about every major ethnicity in Edmonton. However, Vietnamese noodle houses appeared to be missing. Until now. Pho King serves a variety of beef noodle soups and vermicelli noodle dishes, as well as some Japanese dishes like stirfry and tempura. For those who don't care for Asian food (but may be at the restaurant with someone who does), some Western fare, mostly burgers, are available. The most unique aspect of the menu is the all-day breakfast, featuring eggs, pancakes, and breakfast meats. Prices are in line with restaurants in nearby Chinatown.\n\nI had the beef vermicelli bowl with spring rolls. I opted for the veggie spring rolls (I don't do pork) and as always I held the fish sauce. The spring rolls were crispy and tasty. There was a lot of salad on top (not under the noodles) keeping it cold and crisp. The noodles were somewhat chewy and clumped - my only criticism. However, it was the beef that was the star of the meal. Two large skewers of grilled, lemongrass beef that were very juicy, thick, and flavourful. The skewer make it somewhat awkward to eat, but certainly not a deterrent. \n\nA friend who showed up later ordered the same meal (with the pork spring rolls and fish sauce) and also commented on how thick the meat was compared to other versions of the dish. Interestingly, her peanuts were served in a separate plastic container. I did not receive peanuts at all - probably because the server assumed there was an allergy issue (ordering something without fish sauce sometimes leads to such an assumption). \n\nGreat food, service, and prices - I am going to have to head to Alberta Avenue more often!", "I stopped in for lunch yesterday and had a large #2 (brisket pho) and a Vietnamese-style iced coffee. Service was efficient, and the price seemed good at first: $7.45 for a large pho and $2.95 for the coffee.\n\nPho has three basic components: the broth, the noodles, and the meat. The pho I had at Pho King was mediocre on all counts. The soup had generous amounts of lean, tight-grained brisket, but I was disappointed to discover that it had a leftover taste, as if it had been cooked two or three days prior and refrigerated. Bleh. The rice stick noodles were overcooked. They broke apart as I tried to pick them up with my chopsticks. The broth was weak; I had to add salt to it, and I've never had to do that at other pho restaurants! I know when pho broth is good when I want to keep eating it even after the meat and noodles are gone. I had no such desire at Pho King.\n\nThe coffee was disappointing as well. It certainly tasted good, but the quantity served was remarkably small for what they were charging.\n\nI won't be going back to Pho King. For a good bowl of pho, I recommend Pho Binh off Stony Plain Road.", "This is one of the best! I have ate here several times and all but once the Pho I had was excellent! A pleasent mixture of broth, noodles, meat, and onions that you top off with sprouts, minte leaves, hot sauce, and a touch of hoisen sauce makes this one of the best noodle houses in the city. It is both authentic as well as cozy. Oh, by the way, try the spring rolls! Thay are to die for.\n\nThis a very small restaurant with limited seating, however, they have absolutely everything you can imagine on the menu. From full breakfasts, including bacon and eggs, to a lunch menu that includes every kind of fast food you can imagine! Not very7 good for any kind of group event but at the same time it is great for you and a couple buddies to enjoy Western, Chinese, or Authentic Vietnemese quisine.\n\nFor less than $15.00 plus drinks you leave extremly satisfied, so the prices are as great as the food, however, a little work on consistently good food is a must for the little restaurant to stay at a 4 star rating. Out of 4 or 5 visits here, I found 1 time to be very unenjoyable. If you catch them on a good day, look out! You taste buds are in for a real treat!", "Pho King opened up in the neighbourhood about a year or two ago. Since then we've ordered in/picked up a couple of times but had never eaten in the restaurant. Whenever we ordered out, me, my dad and husband would get one of their vermicelli noodle bowls that come with spring rolls. I was always impressed with the taste of the food, as certain Asian restaurants have been really hit and miss for me. \n\nWe finally decided to go into the restaurant this past weekend to try out their namesake, pho! I went with my husband and a girlfriend. We shared green onion cakes ($2.25) and six dumplings ($4.95) to start. I really love dumplings, and quite enjoyed these pork and veggie filled ones. I had the P3 - brisket and flank pho - regular size. very reasonably priced at $6.45. The bowl was a little bit smaller than others I've seen, but still huge and I still didn't finish it! Nothing to complain about with the flavour - I enjoyed it! \n\nService was quite fast when we first got to the restaurant. The waiter took our order and our food came out quickly. Once we had our food, though, we didn't really see him again. Maybe once. The restaurant is small and he was never far, so if we did need him for something we could have gotten his attention easily. This might bother some people, but it was kind of nice that we were left to just linger and chat for two hours on a Friday night.", "I read an add in The Tomato magazine a couple of weeks ago that talked about the revitalization of 118 ave. I noted a couple of restaurants that I wanted to check out. As I am a big fan of Pho soup, Pho King was first on the list. I was not disappointed in the least! The service was right on key, pleasant and efficient. We ordered the empire rolls and Pho soup. The presentation was above and beyond any other Pho soup establishment that I have been to in Edmonton. Lastly, the flavor of the soup and roll were exceptional, and highly recommended. \n\nEnjoy, The Soup Queen", "Great place on Alberta Avenue for Vietnamese Food. Under new ownership and they have elevated their customer service and food is great. Always a friendly smile when you enter and I never have had a bad meal!", "Have to say I'm not that impressed. Figured it was worth ordering after looking at reviews. Ordered take out and It took an hour and a half. Peanut sauce smelled a bit like stinky feet but the rice vermicelli was alright. Nothing worth more then 1 star!! Its a shame since I LOVE Vietnamese food! Yuck!", "I also tried Pho King on the strength of yelp reviews, because I do love Vietnamese food but I've had definite mixed results trying restaurants in the area. Very happy with the food, very happy with the price, very happy with the service. My boyfriend enjoyed his lesson in how to drink Vietnamese Coffee, and we both really enjoyed the relaxed, genuine friendliness that can be a hall mark of area businesses (yeah, that's hit and miss too, but when you find it it's pretty sweet). Point deducted because they could swing the mop a bit harder, but eh, I have an old place myself and know full well how you can spend a day sterilizing the place and have it still look grungy and smell old, so if I could do half stars I might have been more generous with that benefit of the doubt in mind. The food was fresh and the plates were clean, after all - I wasn't eating on the floor anyway.", "Offering friendly service, Pho King makes a good bowl of pho tai. It isn't the best, but it isn't the worst by a long shot. Recommended if you're in the area.", "Accommodating, tentative, delish! Will for sure recommend. Yum!" ]

[ 4, 2, 4, 4, 4, 4, 1, 4, 3, 4 ]

[ "Oh my, what an unfortunate experience. Set right on the edge of the up-and-coming Hyde Park Village, one would expect a restaurant to want to have their guest COME BACK to a potentially upscale neighborhood. Maybe I went there on a bad day, or maybe the owners who have at least 50 other Timpanos' spread over the country just don't care about lunch, who knows, but the meal was awful. The clearly overworked waitress was nice enough to me (the poor guy she spilled sparkling wine all over the next table over wasn't so lucky) and she only rolled her eyes a little when I sent back the crunchy-around-the-edges, pine nut ravioli that was lukewarm, at best, and drowned in a creamy tomato-like substance. I got the spinach salad instead, which was overly dressed in a flavorless olive oil based sludge. There was barely a half a piece of bacon in the mix and the red onion was way over abundant. If there was some redeeming quality to the place it was the friendly host (manager ??) that sat me, although I probably disturbed him from the racing sheet when I walked in. I only chose it because there were plenty of people there when I passed by on my way to Restoration Hardware. I may go back just because I hate to judge a place on just one visit but man, right now, I'm headed for the tums.", "The food is great.\nThe servers are so helpful and nice.\nThe atmosphere is comfortable instead of pretentious.\nThe mixed drink list is really long, and every coctail is delish!", "Ask for a filet with gorgonzola, pasta bolognese, jumbo shrimps, italian dishes cooked with a little taste of France by chef Antoine. Amazing service, comfortable dining area, lovely music.", "I LOVE this place. When I am here I don't feel like I'm in Tampa any more. The food is always excellent - especially the Mussels to start off. The service is better than you will find in most any restaurant in town. If you are lucky enough to catch Lisa Cassalini singing you are going to be in for a real treat. A little pricey, but worth it.", "Went once for lunch and once for dinner. The lunch is perfect. For about $14 bucks you get a small steak, Salad, side, and something sweet. And the lunch service was fast. Dinner is great with livemusic which draws a lot of people. All in all a great place to go and I will be returning soon.", "The high YELP ratings made me want to eat here but the rudeness of the hostess had me leaving with a growling stomach. They obviously could not handle the 1 p.m. Saturday crowd associated with the Art Festival. I resented the hostess seating two sets of people who came AFTER me without even acknowledging my presence. Getting a menu to look at while I waited seemed like a criminal act. There were empty seats. A smile and an acknowledgement would have gone a long way. As it stands it gets ONE star for the fun revolving door which did NOT hit me on the way out.", "I had a great meal here the only time I visited. It was the chef's special and it was a pumpkin ravioli with a spicy pecan cream sauce. Absolutely amazing. Good food value as well. This place is in the Hyde Park area which is a great place to spend an evening. \n\nThe service and food was great and i totally recommend this restaurant to anyone. I will also be back!", "Good location, pretty good vibe / atmosphere for a chain. The main reason I'm writing this review is for the Mussels. They are amazingly simple and addictive. They cook them with some oil and plenty of sea salt in an extremely hot skillet then bring the handled skillet right out to your table and squeeze lemon. Sounds simple, but the end product is nothing short of addictive. I also really like the seafood platter or tower... it is supposed to be an appetizer for 4, but 2 people can split it for dinner and it's a relatively healthy option. \n\nSeriously, the mussels alone are reason enough to drop by this place. I wouldn't necessarily go here for steak, just because there are so many other options for steak in the Bay area. \n\nCons, you either have to valet or park in the nearby garage. Not a huge deal, but still. Also, it can get busy and the service can be a tad slow. Even with reservations, your group will typically end up waiting at the bar for about 15-20 minutes.", "This place is great! I had a shrimp pasta to die for. This was not on the menu but they made an exception for me! Great wine selections. Good live entertainment. Good service. Here's yet another one to try.", "This is a good chain restaurant with a great neighborhood feel. The Sinatra bar is hopping on Tuesday night with a 30+ crowd. And this is one of the few places in Tampa where you can actually dine on a great meal al fresco! Their steaks are generally great as is their salmon and sea bass. For something on the lighter side, try their flat-bread pizza and their watercress & arugula salad. I am not a big fan of their desserts or their pasta. They also feature great live music almost every night. This is a good place to find me since i come here often!!!" ]

[ 1, 4, 5, 5, 4, 1, 4, 4, 4, 4 ]

[ "We stumbled upon this place during our visit to Philly. We love Indian food and thought the sign was cool. We walked in and were quite surprised. It is brightly decorated with Indian street-like art in bold colors, really fun! The staff were friendly and had no problem explaining the concept and all the different dishes. We sampled a bevy of the menu items and loved every one!! The chicken tikka chaat was my favorite paired with the pickled lime and the basmati rice/dal side dish. The vibe was great, sort of Buddha Bar music playing in the background. Also try the mango chutney...really delish! We had a great dinner and didn't break the bank for a feast!! I would like to see some more appetizers on the menu, but it's new and I'm sure the menu is evolving! Really great find!! Can't wait to go back!!", "Not bad. I was expecting the dishes to be more authentic. I liked their pani puris, but $8 for 5 is expensive. I'll keep to going to Jersey for my $4 bag of 25 puris. I would likely go back.", "Excellent little spot in Newbold! \n\nThe restaurant is vibrantly painted and cheery. We started with chai (the fennel and ginger) which was comforting and delightful and not too sweet. We moved on to some chaat and the chicken of the day. \n\nEverything was tasty. The service was quite friendly and we are very glad to have this new addition in the area.", "Great interior very cute place. I did takeout, lamb vindaloo was very tasty but not enough lamb too much rice, the yellow dahl while tasty was too watery almost like soup & too mild for my taste. Overall I'd say it was good & I'd definitely return & dine there next time", "This place is a gem.Attractive space, great location near Broad Street line, plenty on street parking. BYOB. I've been twice and enjoyed every dish. Highlights were the chaats, beef short ribs, lamb vindaloo, beet salad, breads/pickles, and chai. We got the chocolate cake for the table to share each time and everyone loved it. Can get takeout beer at the corner bar. We'll be back.", "Great chai, ginger fennel is on point. Very cute space, cozy and bright. Veg curry bowl, samosa chaat, bread basket - all good, especially the pickle w the curry. Our server Rohan was a sweetheart, love him!", "Went here with a group last weekend, which was great as we got to share each others dishes and taste a lot of the menu. We started with some Chaat's to share which we're really nice, and unlike any Indian food I've had before. The Chana Chat was my favorite. \n\nFor my entree I had the lamb curry which was quite delicious with just the right amount of spice. My friend had the beef short ribs, which were served as 3 tacos and we're amazing. The beef was incredibly tender and delicious. \n\nThe restaurant is well decorated with a really bright Indian motif. It's a small restaurant with minimal seating (maybe 20 seats) it was pretty much full the Saturday that we we're there. I'd definitely recommend this place and hope to go back soon.", "I saw some poor reviews regarding the prices but tell me where you can get freshly made delicious Indian food in Philly where it's not overly spiced to the point that you can no longer distinguish the flavor of each ingredients? Yes, the portions are not astronomical but this isn't an Indian buffet. I feel that an appetizer with an entrée is plentiful at this establishment.\n\nI love the decor, colorful, vibrant, cozy and offers a fresh take on Indian cuisine in the West Passyunk neighborhood. The staff are always so sweet and wonderful. The food selections varies from mild to strong in terms of flavor and spice. It definitely can appease a variety of taste buds from a newbie to an expert. I look forward to many more visits. Those paneer sandwiches are to die for!!!", "This is a great establishment. As soon as you walk in, the bright and bold colors invite you to sit and enjoy. The chai is strong, but sweet. The samosas are fantastic. I had waffles that were served gourmet style. The staff is friendly and quickly accommodating.", "The Samosa Chaat was delicious and beautifully presented. Also excellent and unique to me was the Pachadi - a side dish of beets, yogurt, shredded coconut, toasted onions, mustard seed and a bit of chili pepper. So good on Indian breads. The flavors of everything were just right which must be tricky with so many exotic ingredients. The colorful decor is wonderful too. It was a cold, gray day and the surroundings were a real mood lifter." ]

[ 5, 3, 5, 3, 5, 4, 5, 4, 5, 4 ]

[ "Today's Arizona Daily Star reminded me to write my review of this new location of Mariscos Chihuahua. The importing of Mexican shrimp may be stopped because of sea turtles. The shrimp at Marisco are amazing ,beautiful firm texture, but not chewy and with twice the flavor. They are clearly sea of Cortez shrimp and not like shrimp you eat from Asia.\nThe servings are very large so they could be shared by most couples.\nThe rice was nice and this could have rated 5 star ,if it wasn't for salad dressing. They actually brought a Wishbone brand bottle to your table, I have never seen this before and it is crap dressing. It is so easy to make dressings, and not expensive. This is such a lazy thing to do and would keep us from returning if the shrimp dishes weren't so good. I hope to go back and try the ceviche and some of the soups and maybe they will wise up on the dressing faux pas.", "Well, the server was nice. My folks raved about the place, maybe I just didn't get the right dish? Well, the price was a little more than I was ready to pony up for some shrimp.\nFood was good. \n\nThis is the site of the old chuys.\n\nWhat is going to happen now with the Oil Spill - Will the prices go up more?", "First I am from Seattle and there is no place in the US better for seafood then the Northwest. I was unsure about going there but my folks were like, we want to take you there as the food is so great! I was surprise. The prices were reasonable and the staff was polite and friendly! For seafood in Tucson I would say this is the spot. Lot better then Kingfisher!", "If you like seafood, I mean if you really like seafood, this, or one of its' sister restaurants is THE place. Fresh and flavorful. The Culiche sauce is so good I have dreams about it. Introduce some freshly grilled fish, and you get a taste of heaven. Especially with fresh tortillas. Another favorite is the combo seafood platter which has to be requested since it isn't on the menu: fresh shrimp, squid, snail, octopus, sliced onion, avocado, tomato all dressed in lime juice. Wow! You'll want it again and again. This place is worth the price. Service was spot on too.", "After years of driving by, wishing I could eat here, I finally had the opportunity, with my step daughter and fellow sea food lover!\n\nWe came early on a Saturday for lunch. I had the most wonderful ceviche I've ever had. Seriously. What a perfect balance of savory and sweet, spicy and sour!. My step daughter had a shrimp platter that included bacon wrapped shrimp. I never thought those two flavors and textures would mix until I tried it. If you go, you've got to try it!\n\nThe service was just ok. I got the feeling the waitress had worked late the last night and was not completely happy to be opening. We had to leave quickly after we were done, but the waitress was no help! If there are only 2 other tables, is it too much to ask to get the check 15 minutes after you are done eating?\n\nAnyway, if I can convince anyone else to come with me, I'll be back!", "Absolutely best fish tacos in az.ultra clean and consistent. Wonderful roasted serrano chilis go so well with the fish tacos. Place is clean as a whistle . \nAaas++++", "This restaurant came highly recommended even by yelpers. It was the most disappointing meal I ever eaten! Fresh fish was not and came swimming in grease!\nGeri.led shrimp we not grilled and also took three napkins to soak up the grease!!!\nCold refried beans! Cold rice! Server paid for ur $9 maruguaretta, served up because their blender was broken???? Actually got physically sick at this one!!!", "After eating here a few times, I have to admit that the food is good.\n\nThe hubby and I usually share the following dishes: caldo 7 mares, shrimp ala diabla, medium shrimp cocktail, and fish fingers for our girls.\nThe caldo is my favorite out of these dishes. It always comes out piping hot and with great flavor and combination of seafood. Next up is the shrimp ala diabla, which are sauteed shrimp in a very spicy sauce. The sauce has great flavor, but my only complaint is that they gave us about 1/4 of a cup of rice. I was afraid to eat my rice because I didnt want to finish it before i finished my shrimp. \nNow for the shrimp cocktail, I was very disappointed. It came with about 6 shrimp in the broth with cucumber and that was it. I have had many shrimp cocktails before and they all come with chopped tomatoes, cilantro, onion, cucumber, and avocado. Not here, they charge about $2 for some avocado. The broth was very flavorful though, so I didnt complain. The fish fingers were actually good, but when I asked the waitress for tartar sauce, she brought us a store bought tartar sauce that tastes horrible. I looked at the expiration date and it was expired. I told the waitress and she just said ok and took it.\nThe service was meh, she took and brought our order to the table and that was it. You can tell that they dont enjoy being there, and they are not friendly at all. There was only a waiter and a waitress and they were sitting at a back table talking to each other.\nI guess we will try a different location to see if they have better service, because the food is good.", "Everyone raves about how their fish tacos are the best. Honestly, I've never met a fish taco I was too crazy about. UNTIL......Mariscos Chihuahua!!!! Ohhhhh buddy!!!! After a super long day at work, my stomach was doing a happy dance at the first bite! Not to mention the reasonable price of $8.95 for 3. I decided I wasn't in the mood for fried fish, so I asked them to grill it. Ohhhhhhhh! It was SO good! Grilled fish with a perfectly seasoned slaw on top in a soft shell. De.light.ful.\n\nI will DEFINITELY be back for a visit to try a few more things on the menu in the near future. The only thing that could have made this better was free wifi, but hey....I can always work after I finish shoveling down the yummy food!", "I love Mexican food, and I love seafood. I felt like this was a match made in heaven just from the billboard (Mexican Seafood!). Great food, decent service, reasonable prices. Try the fried fish and grilled shrimp combo, I get it every time I come here and haven't been disappointed once. I have to give it a 4 star though, because the service can be erratic at times." ]

[ 4, 3, 5, 5, 4, 5, 1, 3, 5, 4 ]

[ "Took Carrie's advice and ordered the Mediterranean Salad.....YUM...by far one of the most flavorful salads I've had in my life. Everybody in my party was satisfied with their food, and thought it was all very well done. A couple issues though....\n\n* Our waiter was soooooo bad. He was nice but had serious issues even talking to us. I had to actually ask the hostess for a waiter after we sat there for 10 minutes with nobody paying us attention. It was lunchtime on a Wednesday and busy, but it seemed that every table after us was serviced right away. In all, this lunch almost took an hour and a half from entering the door to leaving...not quick by any means. Drinks weren't refilled, we waited forever to order, forever for our food, forever for our check and forever for our credit card slip. You get the idea.\n\n* I was surprised by the dress of one of the waitresses/bartender. She was literally wearing a hot pink tube top underneath a see-through white shirt. Im sure it increases her overall daily tips but it really seemed out of place in a pretty nice restaurant. The guys at my table enjoyed the entertainment though, I'm surprised they didnt hurt themselves trying to eat and stare at the same time...haha\n\nThey seem like they have a good happy hour special list going on....running from 430-630 I believe...with $1 appetizers? I have to double check it but it seemed like a good deal. I bet this place gets swamped on Fri/Sat nights. \n\nI'll be back....maybe with an extra jacket for the pink tube top waitress.", "Been here for lunch a few times and it's always poppin. I've had the yellowfin tuna salad and the Philly cheesesteak pita. Salad was good and they give you tons of fish which is always welcomed. The pita was amazing though. Pretty good size and great flavor. Just wish they would give you fries or something on the side. Other than that ive got no complaints. The service is always great", "Service needs to be a little faster, I would make the pitas softer. Still love their food!", "Let me start off with, the food was good. The staff was friendly and helpful and made the time there pleasant. The biggest problem for me was the cost. I would say the $ determination is understated and should in fact be $$. This is not the average Pita lunch place and is in fact a sit down, take your time, dining experience.", "Service sucked. That really set the tone for the visit. The restaurant was half empty on a Friday, and still it was slow service. We had heard that the salmon salad was to die for, but the waitress warned us it would take 20 minutes, so she talked one of our party into ordering the Tuna salad. Then 12 mintues later informed us that the tuna was gone. \n\nI ordered the falafel, it was dry and bland. Ok portion size but nothing special. \n\nA second visit was no better than the first. I will not go back.\n\nI am going to have to recommend to avoid.", "I came here for supper with some friends. My friends ordered pita sandwiches while I ordered the mozarella and tomato apppetizer plus a small Greek salad. No alcoholic beverage.\n\nThe appetizers are sized to share between two people.\n\nMy food was good, and the sandwiches were consumed, so they must have been good, too. The menu has a nice selection, and I can see myself returning to try other items. I just didn't feel like eating a full dinner that evening.\n\nThe service was fine.", "My pita was pretty good. My girl's salad was blah.\n\nThe food is good and our waitress was nice, but with the name like Pita Jungle, I expected a place that specialized in pitas. Chicken Pita, Pizza Pita, Brisket Pita, Desert Pita! This place was just a Greek Restaurant . If I am in the mood for Greek I will be going elsewhere.\n\n\nThings to note:\n\nI could not tell who worked there, There was no uniform what so ever. Maybe it was Halloween night, but there was a Cowboy with a Metallica shirt, a girl with a tank top that had her bra sticking out, a guy with his worn through shirt tucked in only under his gut. If there was a uniform, I would guess it was \"Dress as if you just woke up\"\n\nThe Baklava is made with something like condensed Rose water and Orange blossom. It may sound like something cool, but its kind of gross and dry.", "I love Pita Jungle, love the food which is more mediterranean then Greek, the service was good/friendly but a little slow. It seemed reasonable for what you received and the drink I ordered was perfectly mixed! As for the outfits...glad my mother wasn't with us because the waitress would have received the \"someone let you leave the house looking like that, and wipe that crap off of your face, your a pretty girl not a hooker\" lecture.\n\nThe second visit on 3-19-11 was a whole other story! We were told we could not sit outside because there was not a table for 2? WTF? We were led to another table and we told her we would rather wait to sit outside.....so we sat down to wait and counted 6 empty tables. Three of those tables had four chairs at them but only had two people sitting at them......okay....so you would rather make people sit and wait for a table then to sit them, feed them and get paid? Doesn't make any sense to me, especially when you have several restaurants in the same plaza! The thought pattern here would have been to sit us down, feed us, get our money/tip and if someone with a party of four comes in then that party of four can wait a bit if they want to sit outside! It's a dog eat dog world people, it's everyone for themselves! So we left, went to another restaurant, had a good lunch and when we walked past Pita Jungle to go to our car...surprise all of the previously empty tables for 4 were taken up by just two people.\n\nI LOVE Pita Jungle food and the friendly service and more than likely will make it back there to eat but maybe we will take our food to go next time!", "I had never heard of Pita Jungle until I saw one was opening here in Tucson. They had been working on the building for a very VERY long time, so I was pleasantly surprised when I saw they had finally opened. \nI have been there several times since. I love love love the philly chicken wrap. The Lentil Fatoosh salad is also excellent. My mother adores the carrot cake (I only got a few bites off of that plate). \nI was able to take my grandparents by one evening. They are total restaurant snobs! My grandmother had the seared salmon special and was blown away, ESPECIALLY by the quality for the reasonable price. My grandfather was also very impressed (not easy to do).\nThe service was fantastic! Everyone was so friendly. I really like that Pita Jungle lets their employees where what they want. It lets their personalities show through and really works with the 'artsy' and 'organic' feel of the food and atmosphere. \nTheir music is STELLAR! From Radiohead to Regina Spektor to Portishead, they have it all!\nI will continue going back and will definitely recommend it to all of my friends.\n\nP.S. The Chicken Tikka Masala is to die for!", "Fortunately I did not read some of the reviews on here about PJ before trying it out or I may have never gone. My wife recommended that we go eat there tonight because she had enjoyed their food for years when she lived in Phoenix. \n\nI will say to the reviewers that are really trashing the place, \"What did you expect, a five star restaurant?\" \n\nThe food is GOOD not AWESOME. I would say the service is typical of a CASUAL dining restaurant. PJ IS family friendly and it was nice to feed my kids something other than a greazy burger or chicken fingers for the 100th time. The staff is NOT trashy - they match the casual dining experience (like a bar/grill) with fit, young, females servicing the tables. We are a family of four and left with a tab under $40 - totally reasonable.\n\nI got the gyro and the pesto pizza with chicken and split both with my daughter. My wife had a hummus plate with sesame tuna. I tried everything and all the meals were perfectly acceptable, but the quality of the food is more indicative of a place where you would order at a counter, pay, and sit down. The gyro was really good(and would go get one again), the hummus wasn't as good as Time Market's, and the pesto pizza was fine.\n\nI will be back for sure to try their other menu items, but may have to just get another gyro. :-) \n\nLast, If you are expecting service and food quality akin to a white tablecloth, doting waiter, and exec. chef type of place, don't go to Pita Jungle and do us all a favor and keep your snooty reviews and opinions to yourself." ]

[ 4, 4, 4, 2, 2, 4, 3, 3, 5, 3 ]

[ "This being a new place in Clay Terrace, we had to give it a try. The usual opening week bugs occurred; ran out of all their menu items, wait staff still not clear on menu items, etc.. I had the Pear Manchego salad and a cup of tomato basil soup and it was okay. My husband had the Jambalaya and he enjoyed it. Music was way too loud to the point you really had a hard time holding a conversation. Overall the place is nice and if I go back it will only be for happy hour.", "A location that is rumored to be cursed finally found the shoe that fits with their new concept, Henry's Tavern. The restaurant took on a full interior makeover and now features a skeeball (sp?) table, wrap-around bar, and pool tables on an open floor. Their menus are varied and tasty- my favorites include the fresh pretzel appetizer with nutella dipping sauce, and the rigatoni bolognese. Friend's faves include orange chicken and homemade ice cream sandwiches. Surely an experience for anyone you invite.", "6 of us dined at Henry's...3 of us got very sick from the food. I've sent them an email inquiring if anyone else became ill that night and haven't heard back. I will never go back to this establishment.", "Wonderful atmosphere ... Warm surroundings & nice views thru the floor to ceiling windows...very affordable meals & drinks.... A nice place to relax & wind down..", "This looks like a fun place to come with a group of friends to play pool and such. That being said I had a $8 Moscow mule (one of my favorite summer drinks) but I literally drank it in one sip. It honestly isn't bigger than a shot.", "By far my favorite place to eat/drink in the area, prefer it over broad ripple or downtown. The happy hour prices are unbeatable, the staff is extremely friendly & the shuffle board is addicting. Came here 5 times within my first 2 weeks of knowing about it, tried different food/drinks each time & always left extremely happy. Absolutely recommend this to anyone who wants to have a fun night out or a delicious dinner.", "They have an awesome happy hour menu and patio. Gigantic tvs outside, perfect for watching games. Have watched a few games here. $3 chili dog is a bit spicy. I love the fish tacos here and the watermelon martini. Hope they stay.", "We love the game room as well as the outdoor seating on the patio. Mark and Josh do a great job talking to tables to make sure everyone is satisfied. Great staff and they work as a team. Also enjoy the happy hour menu....plenty to choose from including a $3 footlong hotdog.\n\nYou will enjoy yourself at Henry's for sure!!!", "Very good... Had the beer cheese soup and cheese steak sandwich. My wife had the crab and avocado sushi..... Delicious!!", "Great atmosphere, very good food especially the seared ahi appetizer, outstanding staff. Live music is a nice touch." ]

[ 3, 5, 1, 4, 3, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "My family decided to try this new restaurant in our area. My Dad had the burger - very flavorful and delicious. I had the Cobb Salad without blue cheese. It was not good. The chicken was dry and tasteless, the dressing also had no flavor. It wasn't worth eating. My sister had the Cobb Salad with the blue cheese - she said the cheese really helped and it was 'fine.' But her comment was \"don't order healthy food in a sports bar.\"\n\nService was good.", "This is a sports bar that has not trained their staff... Very poor service. Food just passable. Many better restaurants in the area", "Passably average. At best. We went on Wednesday for Kids Eat Free, and they had a balloon artist for the kids, which was a nice touch. Mac & cheese was Kraft. I don't find boxed food in a restaurant acceptable, but it was free, so I'll let it slide for Wednesday. Salmon was a small portion for $18.99 and very very dry. Mashed were good, but the veg was a red pepper/onion/green bean medley. I love a good pepper, but the onions were so overpowering that I barely ate any. My daughter's ribs were the best thing we ordered. DH's 3-cheese grilled cheese was very good with the gruyere, but the tomato soup was very average. I had to beg the server to clear my empty sangria glass and had to keep moving it out of the reach of the baby for nearly 20 minutes until she did so. It was also very loud (ambient noise, not yelling children). The server asked how everything was and I answered \"okay\" with a \"meh\" face, hoping to open a dialogue where I told her the salmon sucked, and she brightly said \"oh, great!\" and walked away. She could barely hear our order, also. We won't be back; nothing special or salient to bring us back!", "I arrived here at 7:15PM Saturday night with a reservation for 7:30. I apologized for being early and insisted I waited at the bar for my party of 7 to show up.The hostess (Who was extremely friendly and inviting when I walked through the door) told me it wouldn't be a problem to show me to my table. (1st star awarded) \n\nAt first I was a little worried by the party of 7 to the left of me and party of 6 to right when I noticed the same waitress was taking care of all 3 of or parties. She (Sara) came up to me right away with a greeting. By that time my whole party had arrived. Because of their awesome beer/wine/cocktail menu it took us a while to get our acts together. Thankfully she was patient with us. I tried 3 different items, the Landmark IPA, Saison Dupant, and the Bahemian. DELICIOUS! For being a big party we received our drinks promptly at all times (THANKS BARTENDERS!) (2nd star)\n\nSara proceeded to take down our appetizers. She suggested their featured iteams and made us aware that they will be changing shortly. 2 words - GRILLED.....WINGS.... get their and try them before their gone! Than she recommended us Guac+chips, crab fondue, and cheesesteak eggrolls(yum!) \n\nDinner time. Since the app recommendations were right on point I figured I'd ask again. Sara offered their crab cake entree(broiled), so I went with it. I told her I wasn't interested in a potato so she told me my options and I went with their spanish rice. talk about flavor!! (3rd star)\n\nMeanwhile, she checked on us enough that it wasn't annoying but gave us our own room to talk and catch up without ignoring us. She maintained the 3 parties well and both other tables seemed happy. Their was a band playing that night so needless to say it got loud and jam packed so after 3 hours we finally left. BUT will be returning for their awesome happy hour (THREE HOURS, SWEET!) 1/2 price apps, cheap sangria, and cheap drink specials of the day. Sara had also informed my sister of the various locations they have, I think we have some restaurant hoping to do :-) Thank you Landmark!(4th star)", "We stopped by here last night for a couple of post dinner drinks. Our first round bartender was fine and attentive. I don't know if after that he was off for the rest of the evening, but, his replacement was just awful. When I say awful, she literally paid no attention to us. I believe the universal sign for a new drink is placing your empty glass towards the inner edge of the bar. (Unless of course it is super crowded, which it was not, in fact, we only counted 13 total folks at the bar). When I say she paid us no attention, I mean literally, she would look the other way when she was in our vicinity. At one point we started timing how long it would take to get her attention. 20 minutes for one round, and 15 for another. I would've spoken to a manager it was so bad, but I couldn't even find one of those around. When I brought the super sized delay to our 2nd bartender's attention, we were met with a less than lukewarm, \"oh, i can't really see you\". Really? I am 5'8\" and not invisible, and nor is my friend. No apology whatsoever. I can say for certain, I will not be returning to this place, no matter how convenient it is. Though, it was my and my friend's opinion that it won't be around for very long anyway, with poor service and no crowd to speak of, maybe the Main Line has already figured out what we had not until last night. \n\nTo me there is no excuse for POOR service, and an even poorer response to having brought it to your attention. \n\nBye, bye Landmark Americana. I won't be back.", "Went on a sunday for lunch and got great service from the bartender. Food wasn't out of this world but it was solid bar food. Great drink specials too. If you go looking for a decent meal in a bar atmosphere you won't be disappointed. If you expect more than that you might be let down. We'll be back!", "What to say about Landmark Americana? The environment? Nice. The food? Nothing remarkable, but certainly not bad. As another said, \"Passably average.\" The menu? Wow, it is seriously boring. The prices? Not high, but somehow I walked away feeling we paid a bit too much for the quality of food and \"typical\" menu. The service? Again average. \n\nIn sum Landmark Americana came across as a place that has decent food, but where you are somewhat disappointed as you walk out. \n\n2.5 stars. I don't think it 's somewhere I'd return.", "I went to the Landmark on Saturday evening not knowing what to expect. When I walked in I was highly impressed by the cleanliness and overall ambiance of the restaurant. Since there was a baseball ball game on I decided to order some wings and I was not disappointed, they were literally some of the best I have had. The service was great and the food came out quick. Our waitress was attentive and answered all of our questions regarding the menu (which is a little limited, but at least its not overwhelming). Overall a great experience. This may just become my go to place.", "We have been to Landmark now a few times and it is just as bad as opening week. Every time we dine there the bill just seems way to high for the food. There are a lot of much better restaurants around the main line near by. Tonight, the service was awful, the food well below average (cold wings sent them back, and the new batch came out 20 mins later, just as bad), the drinks poor. The manager came to the table and I have never spoken to a manager who could care any less about what customers had to say. Easy to tell, we won't be back again and the new restaurant they are opening next door, I'll wait a year and see if they are still in business, if so, perhaps then I will think of trying it.", "Awesome burger! I don't know what anyone else says about this place but we had two perfect burgers made medium rare. Good viewing of all the big screen tv's too. Service has to far to walk from the kitchen to deliver food." ]

[ 3, 1, 2, 4, 1, 5, 2, 4, 1, 4 ]

[ "A long, long time ago, in a land far, far away, lived three men who dispite hailling from three different kingdoms, became brothers in their quest for neverending adventures and explorations in an island kindom called Hawaii. First there was Col. Bruce, a stout but devilishly handsome fellow from the kingdom of Cheesesteakville on the eastcoast area of the American Kingdom. \nThen there was Herr Bernhardt, a daring cliff diver from the Bavarian Kingdom. And last but not least there was E'lan, a carefree soldier from the army of the Kingdom of Israel. The three men met while each one were pursuing the hand of the same fair Hawaiian Princess, the lovely Frances Pulawa of Popakoleia. \nCol. Bruce struck first with lyrics from legendary singers and poets from his land like the Duke named Barry White and Sir Marvin of Motown and a young Prince from the Purple Regions. Herr Bernhardt interupted with a promise to name his next death defiying leap from the cliffs of the Kingdom of Molokai to be dedicated to the fair Princess. \nNot to be undone, E'lan promised to forgoe his life as a soldier to spend it in her arms. But alas, the three men's efforts were wasted, because the fair Princess Frances chose the hand of a man who had great political ambitions in tha Kingdom of Hawaii. His name was Prince Mufee, and he appears later on after being crowned Mayor of his kingdom in a photo diplayed by Col. Bruce on his Yelp page.\n The three men became instant friends and shared many fantastic adventures in the Kingdom of Hawaii for a while. When it was time for each man to return to his kingdom, they made a blood oath to meet again on the milliniun in the Kingdom of America in the parish of New Orleans during the festival honoring the return of the Zulu King and Queen called Mardi Gras. \nSadly, this promise was never kept and they never saw one another again. so I never got to go to New Orleans and experience the food, but yesterday I got a chance to have a cajun meal at where else? The Reading Terminal Market. \nBeck's Cajun Cafe is located in the rear of the terminal where a lot of business's fail. That's why i always enter the Reading Terminal thru the rear sevice entrance, it makes me feel part of the place. I walked up to the counter and a nice lady with a sharp, short haircut greeted me nicely and offered some samples of their food. Everything I tasted was great and I ordered a bowl pf the Black Eyed Pea vegetable soup and a big, triangle shaped sandwich called a Muffaletta and a dessert called a Beignet. \nThe soup was delicious and hearty, spiced just right. The Muffaletta was good if you don't try to compare it to a Hoagie and the Beignet was powdery shot of heaven. Next week I want to try out some more Cajun dishes here and I can hardly wait until i finally reach New Orleans.", "I can't believe only one other person has reviewed this place. People, what are you doing with your LIVES? Beck's is truly Delicioustown, USA. Consider moving there.\n\nI was down for life with the first bite of Gator Gumbo. I don't know anything about Cajun food, so I don't have a comparison point, but damn that shit was gooooood. It was just so....deep and smoky. The flavors went straight to my (non-existent) soul. The love continued upon sampling the pumpkin cinnamon bisque and also the black eyed pea soup. Damn, that bisque. The consistency made me so happy, to say nothing of richness. \n\nSeriously. Put down that shitty slice of pizza and go here now. But watch out for me, since I may steal your food...", "I LOVE Cajun food. From Cajun Kate's. The food by which all other Cajun in the Philadelphia area is judged. I hit Beck's to get my Po'boy fix. Didn't work. The catfish was grossly fishy. When you fry catfish, it should not taste strongly like fish. The cajun fries were limp and the veggies were cooked to death and pretty sad on top. The shrimp was crispy, and well fried, however I would not go back, unless I hear some rave reviews in the future. The creole mayo was a plus. Sorry, but you after eating at Kate's, it is tough find anything that can compete.", "I met a friend for lunch and we wanted to try something different - ya know not the same old stuff. So we decided on Beck's Cajun cafe. What a good choice of places to eat. Although we're not familiar with Cajun food, we were willing to experiment. I had the Gator Gumbo ~ it was out of this world, it was so delicious and tasty. The chef was very accommodating and was explaining the different dishes and what was in them. For a sweet ending I had the Bread pudding with a whiskey sauce. I love bread pudding, but it is very hard to find someone who really knows how to make it good. I must say Becks is the BEST I ever had. I loved it so much I ordered it for home for a family dinner I was having. It was a very good experience and I now frequent Beck at least once a week.", "The bread pudding, oh the bread pudding. This was seriously the best bread pudding I've ever had. I'm not a big dessert eater, but I could eat this all the time...if I wouldn't gain 20 pounds lol. I also had the shrimp po boy, which was good. I've never had a po boy before, so I don't have anything to compare it to, but it was definitely a decent sandwich.", "I'll keep this one short and sweet, the Muffaletta was one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. The meat and cheese was fresh and delicious, it was topped with an amazing olive salad, and the roll was to die for. I'll be forcing this place on my parents next time they come into town.", "One of my goals for my trip to Philadelphia was to visit Reading Terminal. The place is filled with great options for food. I was leaning towards the southern food so it was either the fried chicken place (Deliah?) or the Cajun Cafe. I have been to New Orleans a couple of times, so I decided to try the Cajun Cafe to see how the food matched up. The oyster po boy was great. The oysters were friend nicely, not too greasy. The mayo, pickles, and tomato were in good balance. The bread had a nice chewiness to it as well. I really enjoyed the Po Boy; it brought back some memories of New Orleans (pre-Katrina). I also had an order of the Jambalaya (just cooked within an hour) and brought it back to the hotel. There was a nice spiciness which was not overpowering. \njambalaya", "I am a frequent visitor to New Orleans or N'Awlins as it is properly known, and my favorite restaurant in the USA is Mother's near Canal Street. So being a Philadelphian I was drooling while walking around the Reading Terminal and noticed Beck's. IT DID NOT DISSAPOINT!\n The Oyster Po Boy was so good it could be renamed the Oyster Rich Boy! The bread was wonderfully chewy and flavorful. Anyone who would not flip from this bread should stick to Wonder Bread. The oyster was juicy, succulent, fried just right and not too oystery. The sauce was great: piquant, smooth and brilliantly sets off the kick of the pepper or whatever was the kick-ass spice. The imported New Orleans root beer is a must!\n Reading Terminal is my over all favorite place to eat in the city. Every group of Philadelphian and interesting tourists all mingling together (like a jambalya!) I have always loved the sandwiches there: DInic's, Spataros, Herschl's. I may have a new fave. A rave!", "I can't attest to the authenticity of this place, but as a sandwich lover I have to recommend the train wreck po' boy. It struck me as a cajun flavored schmitter. Steak, salami, andouille sausage, cheese, and onions on a nice roll. It was awesome. The cajun fries are good as well. Everything else looked pretty good, so I will have to go back and check it out.", "Monday morning wandering the market looking for chow and stumbled into Beck's. Situated near the center of the market there are about 10 bar stools surrounding the kitchen area.\n\nI had the egg, andouille, and cheese sandwich on fresh French bread - it was terrific. Egg was slightly runny and soaked into the bread and the sausage had a nice kick.\n\nBest of all was the front row seats to the making of the day's jambalaya. Spent the breakfast discussing the finer points of making a good jambalaya and hearing the chef's secret to his recipe. Very friendly staff - well worth a visit.\n\nWednesday and Sunday mornings are beignet mornings - I will be back this Wednesday for a sample!" ]

[ 4, 5, 2, 4, 4, 4, 4, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Today May 4 is the first day of business at this 46th avenue at Murphy road Tex-Mex spot. Local Taco offers good takes on the simple taco and enchilada with chips. With a limited menu the cooks concentrate on serving up quality fast helpings of these basics, as well as good salad. Its a bit more like SATCO than another independant, Baja Burrito. Its not so much like local Nashville Las Palmas. They're all good for the neighborhoods they are in. Definitely a good opening day lunchtime crowd! Cook said they offer different featured tacos. Today I had a salty enchilada and a shrimp taco with BBQ sauce. Both were worth the wait.", "Two things about me: 1) I love Cinco de Mayo--mainly because I love any excuse to sit on a patio and drink beer and eat queso with good friends in a party atmosphere and 2) I don't live in Sylvan Park, but this place makes me wish I did. \n\nLocal Taco opened yesterday, so my friends and I were slightly hesitant about spending Cinco de Mayo here--didn't know about food, drinks, service, and, like any restaurant in opening week, didn't know if it would be a total cluster. Well, it was and it wasn't. It WAS in a good way--great crowd--clearly tons of folks from the neighborhood were there, along with the young professionals (NOT college woo hoo!!) that are always in the know about the new cool places to be. It was packed. But very controlled chaos which I was impressed with. \n\nI arrived and was able to valet my car immediately--no I'm not a snob I just don't like driving around when there is a party to get to. Hopefully on a normal day, there will be at least adequate parking. I saw a line to get in and was about to be start cursing (it had been a long day) until I realized it was the food line. Yes, you order and pay like SATCO--at the counter. I was easily able to bypass that and head to the small bar inside. Joined my friend and we kept wondering why everyone wasn't clamoring for a bar seat. Full-service--and great service! Was happy to have a Sol and the cheese dip was excellent. Didn't try a taco, but I'll definitely be back. Prices are right (less than $3 for a taco!) and lots of variety--pork, chicken, fish, shrimp, brisket...looked fantastic. \n\nBottom line--I was very impressed since it was the second day they were open AND it was a huge crowd for Cinco...service was great and things seemed to be running smoothly. 4 stars only because I didn't really try the food, unless you count queso as food. I usually do except for the purposes of this review...", "i decided to stop in here and try it out, not to toot my own horn but I'm all about some tex-mex Mexican etc.... i was severely disappointed, first off lets start by pointing out they do NOT have any kind of normal, as the girl at the counter put it, \" Taco Bell\" food... secondly they are nothing like satco, nothing. Any who, after ordering the most normal looking thing off the menu ( chicken taco, queso, and rice) i sat there for 20 minutes, waiting, after every worker in the restaurant was standing around doing nothing i decided to ask if anyone had see my food around... \"oh we must've given it to someone else\". after waiting another 10-15 minutes my food finally comes out. the Queso tasted like pasturized melted cheese... gross... my taco was soggy and even though overloaded with green chiles had no flavor except for sogginess, and of course my rice... tasted like some white rice with maybe a ketchup packet squeezed in it.", "Got around to checking this place out last weekend... I agree with one person's comment about its nothing like satco - THANK GOD! I'm not sure why another person said it was.... and another thing, the college kids/frat boys HAVE found it, but hopefully they won't make it one of their new hang outs, as I didn't see buckets of beer on the menu. \nSo the line issue will hopefully figure itself out because I don't think its a great idea.... It takes people forever to order so the line doesn't move very quickly (though maybe thats just how it was the night I was there, and since its a new place people are unfamiliar with the menu and take longer) but if there are open seats at the bar, I'd run over there and grab them and you don't have to wait in line - you can place your order at the bar.... although then you have to eat indoors. \nThe staff seemed very friendly and eager to serve, which was a good thing.\nThe menu was small and simple... which is also nice sometimes. Too many options can make choosing difficult! They have about 8 different soft tacos and I think also about 6 different enchiladas.. all the tacos are $2.50. They also serve up some sides like salsas, queso, and guac - all for a good price of less than $4. I think they also had some other items but since I was there for tacos, I didn't really read them. The southern fried taco wasn't too exciting - just some fried chicken and a sweet sauce in a taco - so i'd pass on that one. The korean bbq one I thought was really tasty - great flavor to it! My boyfriend had the fish taco - he said it was good, but not great - and he also had the spicy shrimp taco which he said was excellent... and now wants to keep going back just for that taco - apparently its super super spicy so beware!\nI liked the queso, I didn't think it resembled gross melted down cheese like someone else mentioned. it was creamy and tasty. served its purpose!\nThey also had an interesting drink menu - I'm gonna try the \"lojito\" next time I go - which was basically a mojito that uses a local rum in it. \nSo all in all - I thought it was a great place - its super affordable, it can be quick if your timing is right, and they had some really interesting fun flavors instead of your standard boring tacos. I mean \"Kelly P\" if you want boring standard tacos - then go to SATCO, or las palmas or whatever mexican restaurant you're used to going to - this place is for interesting flavors, proper portion sizes, good prices and quality food. \n\nOh and they valet park - which I hate using, but its convenient when theres no parking spaces!\n\n***** UPDATE ******\n\nSo I went back to Local Taco last weekend and decided to remove a star from my review. First of all - the music they were playing was VERY LOUD. Now - Loud music doesn't necessarily upset me, but I had to yell across the table to speak to my boyfriend during the meal! YELL. Not only that - but the music they wanted to blast... was Maroon 5!!!!! WHAT?? And not just a song - BUT THE WHOLE ALBUM. I HATE that band - so it totally ruined my whole experience in there. Why on earth would you play an entire album at a restaurant? There is a reason for the radio or mixes... so your music can appeal to the masses... not single them out. jesus. it was terrible!\nOk so on top of the awful loud music - there were flies buzzing around us the whole time (and we were eating inside due to the intense heat outside).. they were swarming our table. Very unpleasant experience.\nTo top it off - about 2 hours later, both of us were experiencing sour stomachs.. \nThis really upsets me because I really really wanted to like this place, but after this last visit I don't think I want to return.", "Very good reviews and the hope of something different led me to this place. I was not impressed! Not enough drink specials. Cheapest margarita they have is about 8 oz. for S5.50 and that is their special.....c'mon. Tried the mongolian beef, the spicy shirmp, and the carnitas tacos. All were bland, dry and very uneventful. The cheese dip was good but not great. The atmosphere would get an A+ but that is about it. Not a bad place to hang out if you had no other options....................but you do.", "what drew me here- promise of a Korean BBQ taco. what will keep me from going here again- tasteless, waaaaay overpriced food!", "I think this place has a lot of potential, but the food is really hit-or-miss right now. Either it's really interesting and tasty or boring and blah. We've been here twice - once for take out at dinner time and once for lunch. It's important to note that while it's called The Local Taco, these aren't really Tex-Mex or Mex style tacos, they're sort of \"high concept\" tacos, really more like low carb sandwiches - which I think contributes to the uneven flavor, since they haven't really perfected any one particular flavor. \n\nPros:\n*The patio is really awesome - nicely shaded, good air flow, nice seating\n*Some of the tacos are incredibly tasty, especially the Korean BBQ, the local BBQ, the carnitas and the Southern chicken\n*They have a lunch basket that comes with 2 tacos & choice of a side (black beans, refried beans, or rice) for $6.50 - a reasonably filling & reasonably priced lunch\n*Definitely feels cleaner and less-likely-to-give-you-food-poisoning than SATCO and, despite the uneven food, was still overall better tasting than anything I've ever had at SATCO.\n\nCons:\n*Some of the food is horribly bland. The black beans? I've made better from a can with a dash of salsa. The refried beans? Meh, again, tasted like from a can (but blander). The cheese dip? No spice at all. \n*While some of the tacos were especially tasty, some were just bad - in particular the shrimp (didn't taste like shrimp), the tequila chicken (didn't taste like anything), and the chorizo/potato (which had less texture than pureed baby food) \n*The parking is total crap. They have a tiny lot and they have a valet who takes up a few of those spots. It looks like it's possible to park in some of the lots across Murphy Road, but personally it's not a great road to cross on foot with the crazy busy traffic\n*Totally overhyped in the local media/blogs, so the place is really packed all the time & the wait times (especially for dinner) can be long\n*No free chips & salsa. With the prices that they're charging for tacos? There should be free chips & salsa.\n\nI think if they work on some of their flavor combos, add some spice to the beans and cheese dip, and can speed the ordering line up a bit, this can be a great place. As it stands now, it's just ok, verging on overpriced for the quality of the food.", "Eeh... it's okay. I was really excited about the opening of the Local Taco, because it is a convienent neighborhood location for me. Plus, I am always happy to find fresh ingredient, BBQed meats, and non mix margaritas. \n\nWhen I first drove by the Local Taco, I know it is silly, but I was really irritated by the fact that they had valet parking for such a casual place. I was thinking, \"Who the heck do you think you are?\" I just wanted to pick up a menu, and certainly wasn't going to tip a valet to park in the virtually empty lot (it was around 4 on a Friday afternoon.)\n\nBut, the menu looked great. I had no problem talking my husband into giving it a try. After a long \"order here\" line (moved pretty quickly) we were advised that three tacos would be about the right size meal to fill up the average human. We ordered, and moved along to the bar to pick up our drinks. We sat outside and were suprised by how smoothly the procedure had been. BUT WAIT... there's more....\n\nThe food arrives and our tacos were all mixed together. The food runner couldn't tell us what was what, so we spent a few minutes food swapping. As it turns out, it is virtually impossible to distinguish the beef/brisket tacos from each other, so my husband mistakenly ended up eating my tacos. But, not a big deal.\n\nThe big problem was that they were so small that we polished the food off in a matter of minutes, and had to wait in line again. We decided to get chips (I have no problem with buying them,) and more drinks. So, back in the line again.....and not so quick this time. Wait for drinks...again, not so quick. \n\nOk, the chips come. No salt, no napkins. My husband maneuvers aroung the line to try and find some, but none to be found. SO, he has to wait through the line AGAIN, just to get salt and another napkin! We actually spent more time in the lines, than at our table, and still left hungry. \n\nThe meats were decent, but we both were disappointed that the other ingredients that were supposed to be featured on the tacos were practically non-existant (the veggies, onion, cilantro, etc.) But, they were good enough. Margaritas were watery and too sweet. Next time, I would order the agave syrup in a separate cup and ask for a few limes. Anyway, margarita's weren't worth the waiting in line. The chips were pretty good. I preferred the Bangbang sauce to the salsa. I liked the chicken taco best; my husband enjoyed the fish taco.\n\nAnyway, we've been back once since then, but went with a PLAN. Get chips, get a bucket of beer (although there is no discount for purchasing a bucket.) I won't order margaritas, unless I special order less agave, more lime. Get salt, napkins, and only go when the lot is EMPTY, and park across the street behind the vet office, so you don't have to tip the valet! If you are hungry, order everything ALL at once. Unless, you don't mind feeling like a pinball. \nKind of a lot of preplanning for a substandard taco joint, but food was okay and will probably get better. Hopefully, the layout will improve, when they realize how inefficient and inconvenient it is for the customer. The deck is nice, the concept of BBQ meats and fresh ingredients is great, and much needed in Nashville. I am holding out hope...\n\n--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\nOk... so I have an update on the margaritas. Apparently, when I was first at the Local Taco, there was some confusion by one of the bartenders on how the margaritas were to be made. I have had another since then, and it was pretty darn good. : )", "Went here on a lark with my hubby and kids recently and had what I would call a good but not amazing experience. I walked into got one look at the menu my eyes lit up. The general idea is that you can order a la cart and get various kinds of tacos for $2.50 and built your plate from there and the combination's are creative and fresh. There were a couple of specials that came with rice and beans. I had the shrimp enchiladas which had a lemon cream sauce on them. I actually found the flavor to be really good but spicy. My husband had the fish tacos and his response was pretty ho hum. \n\nWe tried the house margaritas and they were quite good. The mix is made from scratch and I believe they use agave nectar. Since I absolutely think sweet and sour and margaritas mixes are some of the most vile things ever invented for consumption, I strictly avoid margaritas unless I make them myself so these are a refreshing alternative to what most restaurants offer in the form of margaritas. \n\nBesides the food sort of being hit or miss, the biggest issue I had was that it was a nice evening and we wanted to sit outside and to our horror we discovered they allow smoking on their patio and the seats are really crammed in there. I wish I wasn't but I happen to be someone whose eyes water and stomach shrivels up at the smell of a cigarette during my meal so this is the death nail for me. Inside is smoke free but on a nice night that kind of blows the point of enjoying a taco and a margarita so use that tid bit as you may.", "Let me start out by saying I really want to like this place. Really. They are in my neighborhood, they have a lovely patio, and serve alt-tacos. However, I still can't give them a whole-hearted endorsement for a couple of reasons; most importantly the disparity between their portions and prices. I'm not looking for lard-butt size meals, but when you charge $2.50 per taco you expect them to at least be filling. Make them larger, or drop the price. Even a slight drop could reconcile the difference. And if you charge for chips, they should be good. REALLY good. \n\nAs for the taste itself, I've found them to be ok. The issue I've found is that everything is a little bland. When you say spicy at a Mexican (even be it alt-Mex) you should mean spicy. The tacos I've tried with a creamy \"sauce\" are overwhelmed by the mayo-like taste and consistency.\n\nOne thing they are tops at is the speed at lunch (can't vouch for dinner, it's always too busy for me to bother given my past experiences). I've got my food within minutes of ordering it." ]

[ 4, 4, 1, 2, 2, 1, 3, 3, 3, 2 ]

[ "Good crust, sweet sauce, 4$ and change for two slices. Will return for a honey chicken wrap one day.", "Ok ok I came here not for pizza. I know, what was I thinking, right? You see, I've been totally heartbroken since Pat's and Bobby's left this location and my cheesesteak fix was gone. It is literally right around the corner from my house - like, it takes less than a minute to walk there. Needless to say, I've been chomping at the bit for this place to open. Didn't care what my dinner plans were, once I saw they were open, I was there!\n\nKnowing what this place looked like before, Franzone's has done a wonderful job at sprucing it up! It looks great!! It's so much more open and pleasant than it used to be. So, kudos to the decorators.\n\nThe guys behind the counter were super friendly and very happy to be there! I stormed in there like YOU'RE OPEN YAAAAYYYY!!! lol\n\nSo I got the Franzone's Fabulous Super (steak, cheese, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, sauce) and a side of fries. I was like heck, go all out, right? The sammich was good, a little too saucy for me though. Think I may go back to a regular cheesesteak next time. I was crossing my fingers that the fries were those double crispy kind (beer battered? not sure, but you know what I'm talkin bout)... but sadly, they weren't. Normal pizza place fries with not even salt and pepper on them. I was a sad panda. But hey, no biggie, I went into this with an open mind to try a new place. I got everything to go and promptly doused the fries with some much needed S&P.\n\nFor the meal tonight, it's 3 stars. It was fine, but nothing spectacular. But I PROMISE I will try the pizza at some point. I'm just not a huge pizza eater. But this is a pizza place. So I feel like I'm reviewing the wrong thing lol. \n\nI'm totally pro-supporting-MNYNK-biz, so I will be back.", "I have to say, the first pie I got from here was on point, and ever since, the quality has gotten worse and worse. I honestly think at this point I'll just go to the Conshy location because their product is consistent.", "Love Franzones! Know them from Bridgeport Pa. food and service is excellent. Welcome to Manayunk. Mary D", "Ever since Pat and Bobby's went out of business I've been hoping for another good pizza/steaks joint to go to since my boyfriend and I live literally a block away from it. And to be honest, I am not a huge pizza eater. It's just hard to find that perfect type of pizza for me in this area. I finally have a favorite pizza place to eat from! The sauce is sweet which makes it my favorite part about it and it has that nice crunch, not soggy and doughy like other pizza places. Their cheese steak rolls were also very good. My boyfriend and I are definitely ordering from here again soon :)", "Happy to have Franzone's in manayunk. It's a unique taste, something I personally have to be specifically craving but glad it's right here whenever I want it. Was here soon after their opening and the pizza was spot on and service was super friendly & delivery was quick. Will be ordering again soon!", "Franzone's Manayunk has awesome pizza. If you don't like sweet sauce then you may not like it. If you are unsure, you need to at least try it. It's like no other pizza I've ever had. Hoagies and steaks are Delish as well, especially a pizza steak with the sweet sauce!", "The. Best. Pizza. Ever. So happy to have Franzone's in Manayunk so that I don't have to drive all the way to Conshohocken for my fix. I actually prefer the gluten free pizza. I wish they made a size bigger than 10 inches, maybe one day... The signature sauce!!!! Is amazing!", "I will NEVER order delivery from here again. Over an hour and a half later and STILL no food. They were unwilling to refund or offer some sort of discount. They were also unapologetic about this obscene mistake. I don't even want to know what the food tastes like, especially if the service is this poor and the attitudes are that sour.", "I love their pizza OMG. The sweetness of the tomato sauce with the light salted cheese blends very well together. I Work in King of Prussia so we always order from the Bridgeport location. I had no idea they have one right here close to me which is a definite plus. We ordered at 11:15pm and got us our pizza by 11:45pm. Late night pizza is great pizza..." ]

[ 4, 3, 3, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 1, 4 ]

[ "I used to go to a Stawberry Shortcake store in the spot where Cuenelli's Rotisserie Chicken now stands. Intrigued by it's appearance when my family took me there, I was excited to try their food and see what it had to offer.\n\nThey have some dishes that made my mouth water just at reading them such as Bisteck a lo Pobre, but since it was around lunch time and my appetite wasn't too large I decided instead to try ordering a burger with french fries instead.\n\nIt was delicious! The burger was nice a juicy, the bun they use on it tastes great, and they don't overload the burger with too many toppings. The size of the burger was pretty big too, though it's not as cheap as say McDonald's or Steak N Shake. You pay for quality though. The french fries were tasty as well, more like homemade fries than the kind found in fast food places, yet tastier than those made by places such as The Cheesecake Factory or Ruby Tuesdays. \n\nMy parents ordered Papa a La Huancaina and devoured it upon receiving it, my Mom citing it's excellent taste, and she's has tons of experience with Peruvian food so I'll take her word for it. \n\nThe waitress was friendly and quick to pick up drinks and get our orders in. The place is small, but exactly what you would expect an authentic startup restaurant to look like. I'll certainly be back to try the Bisteck a lo Pobre in the future. \n\nAlso: They have Inca Kola! Yum.", "We ordered some food to go last week. I had been feeling sick all day and when browsing their menu I came across their \"bisteck a lo pobre\" which consists of sirloin steak, white rice, beans, fried egg, french fries, and plantains. I must say it was perfect to my picky taste buds. I ate the whole thing leaving only the empty to go box container, and after eating I felt so much better. They cooked the steak to perfection, the egg had some yolk, but wasn't too messy, the rice and black beans mixed wells. The french fries were a great complement as well, my mom sometimes makes me french fries with eggs at home, and its a great mix that people normally do not think of having together. This is now one of my favorites! Go Cuenelli's!", "After a recommendation from one of my Yelp friends I decided to give this place a try, for those of you who do not know the area it's right next to the Green Iguana. This place makes some of the best chicken I have ever had. The meat is tender and juicy while the outside is done with a crispy and well seasoned skin.\n\nThe fries and perfect as well and their seasoning on the fries are perfect and compliment the chicken nicely, also when you get a chicken meal if you get fries as a side they also throw in a small salad which is perfectly dressed (the onion in the salad is thinly sliced so the onion does not overpower when you eat). I did also try their black beans which are little bland, but still does not detract me from going there again to try other items on the menu.\n\nAlso I would be wrong if I did not mention the service, the service is top notch, ultra-courteous, and attentive to your needs. There is no reason with food and service like this for this place not to succeed. If you do not at least try this place out then you are truly missing something good.", "I just got back from Lima, Peru on Thursday and lo and behold a friend of mine mentioned that there was a peruvian style restaurant in the Riverview/ Brandon area and that he had eaten there the night before so immediately I asked him if they had Lomo Saltado, he said he didnt know but the people there were very nice and that if they didnt have it they could probably fix it, so guess were I immediately headed, yes.... Cuenelli's. \n I walked in and was greeted by a lady who took away from her phone conversation to say Hello and Welcome, as I looked over the menu I was delighted to see that they did in fact have Lomo Saltado but to be sure i asked the lady what she recommened and she said the Chicken was Outstanding! so I asked her if the Lomo was good and she kinda looked surprised that this big country gringo was asking about the Lomo.. hahaha, she said they did it very good there and she assured it would be delicious. SOLD! I waited about 5 mins all the while taking in the permeating scents from the grill and getting more and more anxious by the minute, Please lord let this be a good dish! \n The lady brings it out and it looks and smells FANTASTIC, steaming, hot and loaded with spices, (by the way for the YELPers like me who didnt know what Lomo Saltado was until last week it is a mix of Sirloin steak, Onions, Culantro, Spices, over white rice and french fries). I took my first bite and joy came over my body, I have found Great peruvian food within a short drive from the house. EXCELLENT!\n I eat every little morsel of the food that was on my plate including the little dish of AJI a mayo based sauce with really delicious flavors. The lady asked me how it was and I told her Outstanding, I continued to talk to her and the cook whom came out from the kitchen about Lima and my visit and the delicious food. I ended with telling them that I would be back very soon and that I would tell all my friends about the great food at there restaurant, well Yelpers here it is Please do your self a favor and go eat at this little taste of peruvian heaven!!", "I was never really inspired to try Cuenelli's simply by walking past it, but I decided to try it after reading a very positive review on another site. Now I have a new habit! It is the best rotisserie chicken I have ever had, hands down...uber moist, slightly spicy and with perfect skin. It comes with a selection of creamy, zippy sauces that add SUCH a different and delicious taste. Sides include fries and salad for the less adventurous taste buds, but also Latin flavors like cilantro rice (which is muy rico) served with a choice of black or spicy beans, tostones, fried plantains (the best I've ever had) and yuca, among others. The food is really delicious...especially for the price. It's not upscale in the least, but it gets five stars for what it is.", "Once again Cuenelli's delivered delicious mayhem! I had the Lomo Saltado for lunch and Flan for dessert.... Outstanding! Please if you read this review and you are looking for something other than traditional chain restaurant crap, do yourself a favor and stop by, the restaurant is family owned and all the employees are family and if you go there enough you may feel like family too! Like Jeff C. reported the owners are having a tough time at the present location and believe me this restaurant should be bustling with buisness! Dont be afraid! Try something new and DELICIOUS!!!!! CUENELLIS! CUENELLIS! CUENELLIS!", "The most tendor chicken in the world. Very nice!! They are moving near the airport, so Brandon people need to hit it up now.", "Nice little find via the Wheel of Lunch! Very clean restaurant with a very friendly wait staff. I was curious as to why I had to wait to be seated (it isn't that large of a place with just 15 tables) but if it works for them it works for me.\n\nI really like the fact that \"background\" music was in the background. I hate not being able to think or talk over a meal. \n\nIf you are going to eat here bring your A game. I normally don't frequent chicken places so I was happy to see steak on the menu. I got the steak with rice, black beans, plantains and fries. WOW, either I am losing my ability to eat or these guys are over generous with their portions.\n\nThe food is GREAT! The staff is GREAT! I am very happy I found a new regular for my lunch circuit!", "Finally a local Tampa place that lives up to your expectations. Go to this place. You will love it. Order the chicken. I dare you to not eat the chicken w/ the sauces like it's some form of crack.\n\nYUMMY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!", "After driving by Cuenelli's several times each week, we finally stopped by for lunch today. At first I thought it was a little bit pricey for lunch, but then I realized you got a side dish with it and the portion size was quite large.\n\nI ordered one of the cheapest things on the menu, and for $6.99 I got a chicken sandwich and fries. The sandwich was huge and I ended up taking half of it home with me.\n\nWe'll definitely be going back! As another reviewer said, the music was set to the perfect volume -- you could enjoy the music while still being able to carry on a conversation. All of the servers were friendly, they kept your drinks filled, and you get a little candy with the bill. :)" ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 4 ]

[ "I love this restaurant, it may look like an American Steakhouse on the outside but the inside has a cool ambient design. The food is great too. I've had both sushi and their Hibachi food, and it's all great. The prices are reasonable too for the amount of food you get and the quality. I definitely recommend Tsunami Japanese Steakhouse to those who are a fan of Hibachi cooking or Sushi.", "I was down at the beach and tried them out. The food was really good, and the service was great. I had the chicken and shrimp and my wife got just chicken and they were both awesome. They give you lots of food, and it was all really good. The prices were similar to all other habachi places I have been, but they even did a hot towel before the meal which was a nice touch, though not really needed. I told my brother to try the place as he works close, so I will go again if I am in town.", "This place has good sushi; not great sushi, but good sushi. It's convenient for me, so three of us went here and tried the sushi. The place has a decent atmosphere, decent miso soup, decent ginger salad, decent wakami salad, and decent sushi for decent prices.\n\nI guess that's the theme here - decent. Nothing outstanding, but not bad.", "One fish, two fish. Raw fish, cooked fish.\n\nWe walked in for dinner\nand they asked us to wait.\nWe asked \"for how long?\"\nthey stared with a blank on their face.\n\nHabachi tables were open and plenty\nthe booths are not.\nSo the wait for a table\ncould be a long shot.\n\nPatiently we wait for the an answer or a guess\nThen they shoot out 20 minutes at best.\n25 minutes later we are called up to eat.\nThe initial experience already spells defeat.\n\nService at the table was friendly and kind\nThe food was ok not the best that I've had\nFried banana dessert however, did blow my mind. \n\nNot sure I'd come back\nbased on the wait.\nThe food was lackluster\nin the department of taste.", "Not so good teppanyaki. Not so bad, but the flavors just don't add up to much. The service seemed a bit disorganized. Mackeral sushi was dry.", "Service: GOOD\nFood: OKAY\nEnviroment: WONDERFUL and CLEAN\nSpecial Comment: The teppanyaki grill show was HORRIBLE! It might have been our chef, but he came out clanking and spinning his spatula for only about 3 minutes and that was it... NO food play, NO fire, and no pillow for me to sleep trough the show =^(", "Good food. Not as busy as the other Japanese steakhouses. Worth stopping by. My first time there and had a nice lunch with my family. Ordered traditonal hybatchi grill food and a sushi roll. I've had better but not bad, not bad at all. Next time we will try something a little more signature to this restaurant!", "You can get 2 for 1 drinks all day long, including saki. I fell in love. Favorite items to get, edemame, fried rice with sirloin and Mt. Fuji. The prices can not be beat and the quality has not suffered because of it. Service its also great.", "As I had a Saturday night without companionship - I chose to order to go. So there was no show to go with the hibachi grilled meal, but the food was fabulous. Salad was crisp, dressing was fresh, miso tasty and chix, shrimp & steak was delish. I'll be back again, next time to take in the show...", "Great sushi and great atmosphere! I was a little disappointed with their hibachi; however, I have had worse. I will go back next time I'm in town!" ]

[ 5, 5, 3, 2, 2, 2, 3, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "ITV is Chef Nicholas Elmi's newest offering on Passyunk, located adjacent to Laurel. ITV features the same great service and its dishes are similarly well-crafted, innovative, and beautifully plated, but with a much more relaxed atmosphere and a more casual if somewhat limited menu.\n\nFirst off, ITV is more of a bar that offers (excellent) food than a restaurant. Drinks occupy five-sixths of the menu, with an extensive offering of wines by the bottle and by the glass, beers, ciders, and sophisticated mixed drinks. The food menu has a limited selection (~12 to 15 items) of affordable, tapas-style mix of small plates (~$8) and slightly larger offerings (~$15).\n\nOur party of four stopped by for dinner and ordered just about everything on the menu. Small plates highlights included the beautifully plated hamachi crudo with ribbons of refreshing radish in a tangy buttermilk sauce, the intensely smokey trout rillette tartines, chicken liver and jam sandwiched between crunchy stroopwafels - a pleasing combination of sweet and savory, the delicately fried and seasonally sweet tempura pole beans, and the crackling pork rinds with a buttermilk-dill sauce, which arrived at our table still crackling and are, in my opinion, the pinnacle of bar food.\n\nFrom the larger plate selection, we especially enjoyed the shrimp in a mild cajun sauce with avocado and the sesame-crusted lamb ribs, which were tender and intensely flavorful. We also ordered the fried chicken, which was very good, but a bit on the bland side. The chicken also came with a side of cornbread, which was amazing - especially the scallion butter.\n\nThe service was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the drinks and food menus. Our waitress checked in with us throughout the meal and was attentive to our drinks - excellent service for a bar. The food comes out as it is made and is served in easily shareable portions, ensuring a steadily paced meal and good conversation as we marveled over how delicious each dish was.\n\nOverall, ITV was certainly not what I was expecting - and also exceeded expectations. Rather than a restaurant, I would classify it as a bar with a smaller but clearly well thought-out food menu and three sit-down tables in the back room. There are enough dishes that one can eat a filling and varied dinner - and the menu seems seasonal, so I imagine dish offerings may change every few months. ITV offers a more affordable and relaxed way to experience the mastery of Elmi's cooking, perfect for lighter meals and late-night bites with lively conversation.", "Popped in early on Labor Day weekend expecting a quick in and out. Spent a highly enjoyable 2 hours at the bar sampling Elmi's creative food, eclectic wines and outstanding craft cocktail along with the engaging service. Shared half a dozen small plates. Highlights were the Trout Rilette, the shrimp and the stroopwaffle (who would think that chicken liver and plum agrodolce would be so good together). While there was only one dessert on the menu, the white peach pie was heavenly.\n\nThinking about the wine - never thought of the Canary Islands as a source of a good wine and each cocktail was better than the one before. Looking forward to returning to try the items we missed on our first visit.", "When I read that Elmi was opening a new place I was excited, as I was lucky enough to get reservations at Laurel once and I still think it's the best meal I've ever had in Philly. They are still working out the kinks here (I was served chilled red wine which was odd), but overall the menu and cocktails don't disappoint. If you can't get a table at Laurel then this is not far off.", "ITV is such a fun little concept. The drink menu is on point and the bar is manned by one of my former favorites from oyster house. \nUpscale small plates done well. Standouts include the puffed pork chips which have come snapping and crackling to the table every time I've ordered it. Yes, it's just an upscale chicharrone but how can it be wrong? The stroopwaffle is my favorite combo of savory and sweet. Other dishes seem to change and many that I had during the initial opening seem to have been replaced--seasonal eating is good!\n\nWhile everything is from good to great... after several visits... definitely a lovely spot and addition to passyunk but not a destination spot.", "Folks, this is a sexy looking place. As others have mentioned, it's owned by the same folks as next door Laurel. When you walk in, it's dark and moody and beautiful. The bartenders are nice, the cocktail list is interesting, personally, I enjoyed the wine list while we were here. Appetizers are thoughtfully selected, we enjoyed the trout rilette. Would definitely return here for pre dinner drinks.", "I've wanted to come here since the opening but I was was afraid it was going to be packed so I figured I'd wait a bit until the newness wore off and hopefully the crowds wouldn't preclude me from sitting down and checking this place out. I made a crucial mistake in waiting so long since with a place like this, you want to go as much as you can.\n\nThe wine selection was awesome and the cocktails too but what makes this place awesome is that Nick Elmi didn't skimp on the quality of the food. It is quite excellent!\n\nLoved it a lot. Will be coming back a lot more often!", "One of my family's oldest and dearest friends happens to be quite the foodie. Before I ventured home to Philly for Thanksgiving, this friend urged us to make a reservation at ITV, Nick Elmi's newest business venture. She happens to be best friends with Jonathan Cohen, Elmi's business partner, so she's committed to getting the word out about this place. Luckily, we managed to book far enough in advance to score one of the few tables in this small but mighty eatery. Though I haven't been to Laurel (Mr. Elmi's four-bell, fine dining spot, adjacent to ITV), the food at ITV is apparently quite different--here, a more casual but equally innovative a la carte menu. Our night at ITV was divine, punctuated by standout service (food comes out FAST!). \n\nITV is a small space. In the front half of the restaurant, seating options are limited to the bar/a high top against the window. In the back, four or five small tables in dim, intimate lighting. ITV is as much of a bar as it is a restaurant, so alcohol is very much on display here. The bar area is gorgeous and stocked with plenty of fancy bottles. Most bar-restaurant hybrids tend to excel in one area alcohol-wise, oftentimes at the expense of others. Not the case here. ITV boasts a well-curated drink list with equal care given to beer, wine and liquor. \n\nThough the cocktail menu doesn't immediately strike a person as exciting, these drinks have that \"fancy\" quality to them. It can't really be described by way of flavor, but you know it when you experience it. These are like that. Well-balanced, high-quality ingredients and super tasty. I tried the Drunken Farmer (Bourbon, Fig Leaf, Egg White) and the Kirby (Gin, Genepy, Aperol, Lime) which were both fantastic. Given the egg white, the Drunken Farmer was a bit lighter but still in line with fall flavors. The Kirby, though shaken (I believe), was on the stronger side but fruitier/more sour than the first. Can't go wrong. The food was still the star, though. Eats, below:\n\nHamachi Crudo, Grapefruit, Black Olive, Sesame: A-\nPerfect starter. Light and gently wakes the palate up. Delicate flavors, nice and citrusy. Didn't wow us, but a great first dish. \n\nPuffed Pork Chips, Sour Cream and Wild Onion: A\nFun artistic touch that you need to look out for if you're seated in dim lighting: the dip, spread in a crescent shape along the side of your plate. We almost missed this sophisticated sour cream and onion dip on the side! In any case, this is the most elevated pork rinds/dip combo I'll probably ever come into contact with. Another fabulous starter. Light and airy but still quite flavorful. \n\nBeef Fat Biscuit, Scallion Honey Butter: A\nThis one was just for my bf, but I gave it a try. Not surprisingly, it was magical. Flaky and decadent. \n\nChicken Liver Stroopwaffle, Plum Agrodolce: N/A\nBoth of us tend to dislike chicken liver. Which is a shame, because I can tell that I would have loved this preparation had my taste buds developed differently. The waffles and plum were a yummy sweet/savor combo, but we sadly had to set this one aside. \n\nSmoked Trout Rillette, Pumpernickel Soldiers, Trout Roe, Radish: A+++\nThe star of the night. I can't even describe why these were so good, but they were perfection. The rillette was heavenly. The bread was spongy but crispy. The roe was plain luxurious. A masterpiece. \n\nBacon and Wild Burgundy Snail Ragout, Mushroom, Jimmy Red Polenta, Soft Poached Egg: A+\nWhat a special, creative dish this was. Everything worked together in perfect harmony, here. I have a quirk where I like to eat dishes one component at a time, but this one's best just mixing everything together--poached egg and all. Rich, warm, hearty and bursting with flavor. My bf had never tried snails prior to this night, so it was a fantastic introduction to him. I tend to avoid polenta, but this preparation managed to touch my heart. Well done. \n\nLittle Neck Clams, Pancetta, Scallion Broth: A\nA thoughtful, yummy seafood dish. The clams were some of the best I've ever had, and I typically don't love clams (depends on the preparation for me). The pancetta was a lovely touch, though made the overall flavor profile a bit salty. Minor complaint, though. The scallion broth, as well as being gorgeous in color, was yummy and perfect for bread-soaking. \n\nRabbit Schnitzel, Celery Root, Green Apple: A\nSimple but incredibly tasty. The light salad served atop the schnitzel balanced the dish nicely. If the idea of eating rabbit doesn't give you the willies, give this one a try. The meat was cooked perfectly and is fantastic with a quick squeeze of the seared lemon served on the side here.\n\nTo top off what had already been a beautiful night, we were lucky enough to meet Chef Elmi. I had asked the waitress if Jonathan was in that night (our family friend's friend--and he wasn't), but it was Mr. Elmi who came out instead! Gracious and sweet. Getting to meet the chef is always a special treat for me, but a famous Philly/Top Chef guy was just too great.", "Caviar Service.\nPuffed Pork Chips/Sour Cream /Wild Onion.\nHamachi Crudo/Grapefruit/Black Olive/Sesame.\nSmoked Trout Rillette/Pumpernickel Soldiers/Trout Roe/Radish.\nLittle Neck Clams/Pancetta/Scallion Broth.\nRicotta Gnocchi/Lobster/Sourdough Bread Crumbs.\nConcord Grape Chouquettes.\n\nDELICIOUS, Mouthwatering, DELICIOUS, Exciting, DELICIOUS...\nWe REALLY REALLY wanted to try Laurel, but due to schedule restraints, we are THRILLED that this alternative was available for us. \nDid I mention that it was DELICIOUS?!?!", "Stopped here for my first time and loved it. It's a great cozy lounge and food & drinks were great; like Laurel great. I usually like to stop a few times before I yelp but Im more than confident that this was not a fluke.\nGreat spot.", "First time here...and whoa! Clam beignets! That's right you heard me...clam beignets and they were good...this guy is unbelievable...laurel and ivt... omg! Go...go...go!" ]

[ 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 4, 5, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "Anyone who's spent time in major cities with their fast-and-cheap curry restaurants and come back to St. Louis feeling a little sad that our only options for Indian food are white-tablecloth \"fine dining\" style Indian restaurants. Spice-n-Grill changes the game with affordable, take-away style curry. \n\nWhat's confusing is the multiple items on the menu that's obviously taking a stab at the \"local palate\" - Philly cheese steaks, chicken wings, fries, etc. Not necessary. Just focus on good Indo-Pak food, please!\n\nThe Indian-Pakistani food here is really, really good; it's ran by the same people that ran Indian Food down at 170 and Olive a few years ago. The food is really good quality and doesn't take long to come out. On a recent visit, Chicken Tikka Masala was great (if not just slightly salty, needing just a touch more cream to balance it out). Chicken Biryani - advertised as the Student Biryani brand, a popular fast food franchise in Pakistan - was spicy with fantastic chunks of chicken on the bone. I'm sure their other dishes, brought over from the previous restaurant, such as Beef Nihari, are as good as they were when RFT reviewed them (an enlargement of that review hangs in Spice-n-Grill).\n\nI'm deducting one whole star - if not a star and a half - for the naan. One of the best parts of any Indian restaurant is the naan - the fresh-baked bread slathered in ghee. Spice-n-Grill's naan was the pre-made, frozen variety that reminds me of a pita. It was warmed in the oven, not freshly baked. One of the most outstanding disappointments of all time, not having edible naan for that amazing chicken tikka masala.\n\nThey're also open until 9 PM almost every night - but despite advertising opening hours on Mondays, a recent attempt to visit on a Monday was met with the restaurant being closed. \n\nTry this place - you'll be surprised. Two of us feasted on curry and biryani and had leftovers today for lunch for $30. Not bad at all.", "Great new find in St. Louis! The nihari and chicken briyani are excellent! This place is definitely geared more towards take-out than dine-in, but both options are available. This Mom and Pop shop is a hidden gem in St Louis, and deserves more attention. I'd have to give this and Lal Qila in Ballwin, MO to be the best Indian-Pakistani cuisine in the STL area.", "I've had Spice n Grill a few times more. What a great place, and great staff. Spice n Grill finally started making real naan! However, I'm not sure if they're really making it on-site or not; I saw the cook warming it on the stove on an upside-down wok rather than in a real tandoor, and it's flavor and texture still isn't as good as fresh-out-of-the-tandoor naan you can get elsewhere. Weird but still satisfying.\n\nThe food here is still really, really good. The ghee they use in the chicken tikka masala is outstanding in quality, and she uses a lot of it. The only complaint I have is that everything is still just a little bit too salty sometimes. They've also already raised the prices on their menu for some items, which is hopefully not going to happen for the rest of the menu.\n\nThat being said, please go. Try the beef nihari, the chicken tikka masala, and the chicken biryani. Really good food and excellent service by kind people.", "A small storefront kitchen serving Indo-Pak food; how could I resist. I drive past quite a bit and now it beckons much like Bibimbap as I cruise by U City Grill.\n\nThe place is clean and bright and run by a nice couple. The menu features several appetizers and entrees as well as a few desserts. For vegetarians or vegans, there are good choices and the food is quite good and, every time I've visited, freshly prepared. In particular, the Chana Marsala stood out. The samosas are popular and pretty tasty, even though samosas tend to be a bit heavy for my tastes.\n\nPrices are very reasonable for quality and quantity.", "All food delicious!!! The mint chutney was the best I've had in recent memory, awesome house-made chapati too. Extremely friendly service.", "This place is great! The chicken tikka masala was delicious and spiced just right. The chicken biryani was also wonderful. Even better, the service was great! Have been to other restaurants where the people working weren't terribly friendly but the owner was just lovely.", "You can imagine my excitement when I noticed that a tiny Indian restaurant had materialized next to a sketchy nail salon in the tiniest excuse for a strip mall in U City. You can blink and miss this place. Inside there are only four or five tables, plopped right in front of the register with an open kitchen a mere two feet behind that. From the set-up (and the big \"$1 off all carry-out orders\" displayed on the front of the menus), you can tell that this is a place better suited to carry-out than dining in. I called Spice-N-Grill an \"Indian restaurant\" earlier but that's actually only half of the story. The family that runs this place is actually Pakistani, and they serve both Indian and Pakistani food.\n \nThe menu is pretty small, about 20 main entres divided into niharis, vegetarian, chicken, lamb, and goat. I ordered the beef nihari, because it was the only menu item with beef in it. I figured if they were going to stock an entirely separate meat for this one dish, it must be something special. The boyfriend went for the more classic Indian food, chicken tikka masala. We also ordered some vegetable samosas and chapatis.\n\nThe man behind the counter, the owner, offered us glasses of water while our food cooked - a nice touch. While we waited we talked with him about the food and the restaurant. It was clear from the conversation that he was incredibly proud of both, and I can hardly blame him. The entire restaurant is run by just his family: him, his wife, and their two kids. Pretty impressive if you ask me. Periodically he would duck back into the kitchen to help the chef - his wife - with the cooking, since she was the only one on the line. The whole experience was delightful and made me feel like I'd been invited into a friend's kitchen for a meal.\n \nWhen we got home with our carry-out, we started with the samosas. They had great flavor, but the texture was a bit strange. Unlike every other samosa I've had, the potato inside was mashed up, almost pureed. I liked them, but I wished they'd had more texture. The mint dipping sauce that went with the samosas was outstanding. I've never had something that was both minty and tangy before, but it worked really, really well in this sauce.\n \nNext was the beef nihari, which consisted of several large chunks of beef shank in a sauce so rich and thick it was almost a gravy. It was completely delicious. The beef was so tender it fell apart with just the slightest touch, and there were chunks of raw ginger that burst with flavor when you bite into them. On the owner's recommendation I got \"regular\" spiciness, and let me tell you, they are not messing around with the spice. Unless you consider yourself a spice junkie, I recommend mild spiciness to start.\n\nThe chicken tikka masala may be the best I've had in St. Louis. The chicken is tender and the sauce is rich and creamy and wonderfully seasoned. I was also surprised by the chapati, a wheat flatbread, which was simple but delicious.. It had a great heartiness that offset the richness of the main dishes.\n\nBasically, if you like Indian food, you owe it to yourself to check this place out.", "i just moved to STL and was looking on yelp for places by my house and a saw this place on yelp that had pretty good reviews so I thought i would give it a shoot. \nIt is a small Indian restaurant that seams like it probably does more takeout then eat in service they only had 5-7 tables. \n I eat in as that was my plan the waiter I think also the owner (it's a mom and pop type restaurant) was very nice the my food came out relatively fast and it was amazing for the price my meal was lamb tikka masala and it was only about $11. and it was good. i have had better indian food once but it was at a fancy restaurant and like 25-30 buck. This was a close second and only $11. \n\nThe only reason i did not give it 5 stars is the portion size was a little small they \nserved me enough to get full but if I had wanted to stuff myself i would have had to order more. \n\nI highly recommend this place it's a great little mom and pop Indian restaurant.", "Have to admit that I was a little skeptical, but so happy we gave this place a try after reading the good reviews on Yelp. We chose to eat there. The restaurant was very clean, and so was the restroom (the first place I head when dining in an unfamiliar place. Clean means we can stay. This one was spotless and the soap even smelled nice. If you care about that sort of thing.)\n\nService was very attentive and fast. The owner greeted us warmly, and quickly brought everything we needed. We both had lamb dishes. The meat in each was tender and perfectly cooked. The sauces were delicious. The rice was fluffy, and again, perfectly cooked. \n\nWe certainly will be back for more.", "I've done takeout here a few times an everything has been damn good and the spice levels have been just right.\n\nI was impressed with the goat biriyani ($12). The chunks of goat meat were nice and tender AND there were no bones at all, a nice contrast to the tough bony goat meat I've had at other places. However when the delicious goat is gone, you're left with a ton of rice and not much else. \n\nThey were also kind enough to stay open a few minutes after close for me one night. This is very much a mom n pop operation.\n\nMention the carryout discount when ordering and you should be able to get 1 dollar off. They take credit cards but prefer cash." ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 4 ]

[ "Penang used to be my favorite restaurant after I graduated from college. Since then, I guess my taste buds have changed but I still think of it highly and come back once in a while.\n\nBeing in town for a trade show, I went there today for lunch. I ordered two of my favorites: clay pot noodles and ipoh bean sprouts. The clay pot noodles is a big clay bowl of egg noodles, various veggies, calamari, pork, shrimp and eggs in a yummy sauce - somewhere half way between a broth and a gravy. It arrives still simmering at your table so do not touch the pot!! Today, the noodles seemed somewhat undercooked but overall the dish was pretty good. The bean sprouts though were phenomenal as always - perfectly blanched (not soggy or raw) in the special house sauce (a variation of a soy based sauce).\n\nMy other old favorites are the mango chicken, which is sweet and somewhat spicy and comes served in the mango shells, and the beef rendang, a curried beef dish where the beef is nice and tender and the sauce is pretty dry. I've also tasted the beef chow fun and it was nice and dry (I don't like gravy gook). My boyfriend loves their cracked pepper crab too...\n\nThey have several locations, mainly in Manhattan, but this one in Philly has one of the better menus - they vary. I have yet to try the Penang in Boston, but would love to when the chance arises. Once again, they ONLY take CASH and do not speak good English. You also cannot make reservations and the lines can get crazy sometimes - definitely not a place for a quick dinner meal. I mean, they are VERY quick once you sit down and order - in fact, sometimes I feel a bit rushed, but the wait can be daunting...\n\nSo, overall I like Penang and I'd recommend it for a fun meal - especially as a group so you can try a lot of different things. The two reasons why they lost the 5th star is that they don't take credit cards, the service is often rushed and this one older waiter (who I think is one of the managers/owners cause he's been there since the first time I ate there about 8 years ago) is SO rude and unhappy. If he ends up serving me, I always feel totally unwelcome.", "Wow, I just read that Penang was a chain. Could that be right? If so, I never got that impression before; it surprises me since THEY DON'T EVEN ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS! \n\nStill, Penang continues to be the favorite restaurant of many, many Asian food fans in Philadelphia. To this day, it remains the only Malaysian restaurant I've been to, so I can't exactly judge it within the context of Malay food. But I haven't tried a dish there that I didn't like. And, I don't know whether I'm right here, but you get the impression that you're eating a somewhat authentic Malay meal, with few menu items that stick out as American appropriations of the real deal.\n\nI love the mango chicken. Consequently, it's probably one of the more Western dishes on the menu -- again, I don't really know what real Malay food is, and what isn't -- but the sauce is somewhere between amazing and incredible and the marriage of the sweet mango and the spices... Few things deserve to mentioned in the same breath as sex, drugs, and rock n' roll. Penang's mango chicken is one. Hell, I'd trade the drugs for the chicken, straight up.", "Awesome malaysian food! Definitely gotta get the Roti Canai (the indian pancake with curry). So good! As for entrees, there are a variety you can choose from. My favorite is the mango chicken. Some of their noodle dishes are good too. Also, for dessert, I don't think it's on their menu, but if you order ABC ice, you won't be disappointed (check pictures to see what I'm talking about). \n\nAnd like everyone else mentioned, they only take cash. Make sure you bring plenty of it... the bill adds up!", "Judging by these reviews, the mango dish is one of the most popular. I've ordered it in Philly & DC and I have to say I'm fundamentally not feeling it. They go way overboard with the sauce. It's too thick, too strong, & there's too much of it. Ugh. This place can get so insanely crowded on the weekends that you can't hear yourself think.", "the best penang branch. i've been there so many times that i have my set dishes (boneless chicken curry, roti canai), but you really should explore this ridiculously long menu.", "I have been going here since it opened -- when there were regularly long lines out the door. It was a sensation, for sure. I think the vibe and the quality has come down a notch; not that it isn't much better than most of the fare in Chinatown (except Tai Lake!)\nI used to work with two guys from Malaysia -- they were really into food. One of the hardest things I ever tried to do is to teach a Chinese Malaysian how I make Marinara! There was something of a culture clash that didn't translate.\n Anyhoo, I've had many of the dishes mentioned -- I never got into the frogs or other things marked with the \"check with server before ordering\" implying they were too weird for western tastes. I agree with Jacquelin that the Mango chicken/shrimp is over sauced. I remember it being better.", "I visited Pennang for the first time when I took my friend out for her birthday. Pennang was her favorite restaurant and she raved about it constantly so I figured that the only way to get her to shut up about it was to take her.\n\nIt turns out that the food WAS pretty good. I had the mango chicken which was similar to sweet and sour chicken, it was just ok. I found the glaze to be a tad sweet for my liking. I forget what my friend ordered but I do remember that it was some type of pepper dish and I liked it better than mine.\n\nThe highlight of my trip came when I discovered that they made their fried ice cream dessert with coconut ice-cream (see my review on Roy's). I was in heaven. Pure coconutty heaven. I definitely recommend this place for a special event or just if you feel like being adventurous.", "In a city filled with good restaurants (and no, Stephen Starr, I am NOT talking about your establishments), Penang stands out as a trendy, classy, innovative dining experience, with the kind of food that makes you want to gush about your Asian travels (your belly's adventure, that is). Penang is also the place to go if you are looking to challenge yourself a bit gastronomically.\n\nThe beef satay is a rich, spicy celebration of tender meat in your mouth, with a peanut sauce that takes no prisoners. They also serve fabulously spicy seafood soups, a divine roti, and a wonderful chicken dish that is served in a rice noodle meringue bird's nest. Truly, I have never had a dish I did not enjoy.\n\nThe restaurant is typically busy, with waiters who valiantly try to communicate with you, sometimes with mixed results. Penang only takes cash, so be prepared to sprint a few blocks if you find that your wallet is empty (I have done this before). Believe me, it will be worth it. Highly recommended.", "With its metallic, hovering, spiraling decor and atmosphere in a sea of the expected shady Chinatown eateries, you'd expect it to be a fancy affair. You would be wrong, J. Fenimore Cooper.\n\nI went with two friends for a Saturday dinner. The place was certainly bustling and looked promising. But the menu had absolutely nothing for me, with my options cut down to two simple vegetarian dishes. I instead decided to get a more intriguing egg noodle and vegetable dish sans the shrimp. Almost everything here is prepared with squid, shrimp, or meats. And while I'm not at all accustomed to Malaysian eats, I thought it odd that even the dishes listed under \"Vegetable\" had slices of roast pork and beef. \n\nWe had a table on bar chairs right next to the entrance, so of course a guy's elbow was practically in my food, and the first bad sign was the luke-warm water, which, as described by a friend, tasted \"fresh from the garden hose.\"\n\nBut the food came reasonably quick, and while none of us were pleased (my \"special sauce\" turned out to be greasy soy sauce, my friends curry noodle soup had really poor tasting peppers wrapped around tofu cubes, and my other friend's squid was just \"okay\") everything was plated well, and the staff brought us more rice and \"fresh\" water often. \n\nThe bean sprouts, carrots, cabbage, and mushrooms in my dish were fresh, but nothing ordered was spectacular or worthy of a return. I'd recommend one of those shady Chinatown spots with live frogs in a glass case over this any day. Don't believe the hype.", "The food is amazing, but huge menu is not great for veggie options. Like when you look on the menu under \"vegetables\" it will say \"vegetables with pork.\" But they do have an fantastic and HUGE clay pot vegetable dish that is so delicious that you will try to eat all of it even if it could easily feed three people. The space is great, service brisk/efficient, but not unfriendly. Yes, easily five stars, even if there are limited choices for veggies. Yay Penang!" ]

[ 4, 4, 5, 3, 5, 4, 4, 5, 2, 5 ]

[ "I was craving a salad, but I wanted a specific kind of salad. A friend recommended we try Marathon. I saw the menu and found a few salads that looked good. Then, when we sat down, they handed us the \"control freak\" menu. There are a few categories (burgers, salads, etc.). In the salad section, there is a list of greens, veggies, and various ingredients/toppings/cheeses. I was able to design the very salad I wanted: mixed greens, grilled veggies, feta cheese. It was fabulous! \r\n\r\nI went back another day for a hearty, yummy burger. The fries were fresh-cut potatoes. \r\n\r\nMarathon might become one of my favorite spots in Philly. I'm a sucker for fresh, well-prepared food. It need not be fancy.", "my office orders from here every friday and everything we have ever gotten is on time and perfectly delicious!!!", "Open late. Great salads with solid variety. The wait staff is attentive and timely. The also have good burgers and sandwiches. The place is never crowded in the evenings and the location is convenient for going out afterwords.", "I went here when I was in Philly for the weekend. My boyfriend did nothing but rave about it. He was correct in the raving when it came to the food. The burger I had was delicious and the Caesar salad was incredible. \n\nThe service we had was unbelievably awful. He said that particular location was more of a lunch spot, but come on 4 servers for 10 tables? You would have thought we wouldn't have watched our food in the window for 15 minutes. We saw a server talk over our food several times to the kitchen but she never felt like she should bring it to us. I have no idea what made them actually bring out our food, but thank goodness it finally came. We asked for our check three times about 10 minutes apart because no one would bring it to us or come over near our table. \n\nThe food is worth going and when I go back to Philly I'll probably go again, but I sure hope the service is better.", "Marathon Grill is a local chain restaurant, with about 5 locations around the city, but I've only been to the one at 16th and Sansom. I went with a huge group of friends on a Saturday night after a particularly grueling day, and I really enjoyed myself. They sat our party without a wait (there were probably about 15 or 16 of us), and we got a long table with a great view of the street. This place has a modern, clean decor and friendly wait staff. The food is also really good. I had a really good burger and a huge, cold pint of beer.\n\nThis place also delivers, caters, and hosts parties. It's also good to just hang out at their bar, and they have happy hour specials on a regular basis. If you want a cool, contemporary place to eat that's not too expensive, check out Marathon Grill.", "I always thought Marathon Grill was a nice restaurant, and then I realized tonight, that its more restaurant/cafeteria hybrid. I got a big salad, and it was big, with fat free thousand island dressing, which was my fault (it was nasty dressing). prices are good, food is good, definitely a place to catch a good meal downtown.", "Apparently this is a bit of chain in Philly that has been buying out, and therefore replacing, all the locally owned family diners. A little sad, but not a bad replacement.\n\nWe went for breakfast, so I didn't sample any of the beers on tap. But it seemed like most of the selection was local brews with only one of the standard watery American beers. Our waitress was so friendly and wonderful.\n\nThe food? Quite delicious. This was the last meal for my group of friends before heading to the airport (and who knows how long you'll be in one of those places), so the large portions, nice variety and comfort-food-with-a-twist was just what the doctor ordered.\n\nThe place looked great. The service was superb. The food was scrumptious. If I lived in Philly, this would definitely be a staple.", "Went here for brunch..tad dissapointed.. oatmeal was cold, had to send it back..service kind of slow..and no SPLENDA to be found.. people, I got splenda at the hole in the wall shack for my coffee a street down...\n\nGet with the program.", "Back in the day when I used to eat meat, I would order the Chicken Quesadillas pretty much constantly when I got home at night from class. One day when I called them up, they asked my name, and then without even asking what I wanted said \"You want chicken quesadillas and a diet coke?\" Needless to say, I stopped ordering from them for quite sometime. \n\nAnecdotes aside, they have good food here, and good service. Not fantastic, but good. It has a huge menu and so is a great place to go with a large group.", "I work next door so I am no stranger to this place's food, just their interior. I've had food delivered and had to pick up food. Their delivery dudes are quick and pleasant but when I've come to pick stuff up, it's the normal you-are-invisible act that I get so much in Philadelphia. Okay, I get it, you are awesome, work at a big-shot restaurant, and are busy. Can I please get my order which is sitting over there in a bag? Hello? \n\nAs for the food, I suggest the salmon burger. It's quite good and light. If you're getting takeout, I do not suggest getting fries as they will be soggy and gross by the time you get them. \n\nAgain, this is a situation where the food is good but the service always gives me pause whether I want to deal with them or just walk down the street to get the equivalent food at Cosi while bypassing a tip." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 2, 4, 4, 4, 3, 4, 3 ]

[ "Holy fucking hindu cows. \n\nI am so glad this place exists. I happen stanced to this place a day or so after the opening because I was allured by the PINTEREST GARDEN DECOR. Little did I know how absolutely brilliant the food would be.\n\nI came here with my neighbor in hopes to appease my insatiable appetite and also because I have been on a secret mission to try to make my neighbor obese so I could feel better about myself. She ate everything - so it's pretty much an operation success. \n\nOn the 1st night we had Braised Short Ribs and I had the Black Cod. The braised ribs were similar to how I feel a holy cow would taste like and the Black Cod had me feel some type of way. Which way? Who knows, but definitely some type. I also feel like Black Cod is a very good name for a rapper.\n\nI came back here a day later and had the ox tail and truffle fries and cured salmon, because I, just previous to coming, had a panic attack. \n\nThere's nothing that calms a man down than consuming an overabundance of calories especially if it's this damn good.\n\nI also was delighted to try both deserts on the menu. This is what I have to say about that experience - I am so glad I am not diabetic.", "Wow ! We are from a \"foodie\" resort town in Michigan and were lucky to find a true foodie place here in St. Pete at Brick and Mortar. If you don't try this place only your palette will be disappointed. The wine list, the craft beers aren't even needed to compliment the food ! Never thought i would suggest a Burger and all i can say is PLEASE try it, simply the best, no condiments needed. \nWe had to come back again and order something a little more challenging and we were not disappointed...the meat, cheeses and pasta, then go for a dessert !!! Dang !! \nThis place has it happening, Creative, Fresh Food, Fish, the Veal Meatballs! from scratch and they treat you like family !! \na BIG YEEE HAAAAA all the way from Traverse City, Michigan !!!... just sayin...", "Totally unexpected and complete happiness. From the decor to the service - the ambience is great. But the food is the real star. \nI had the grilled romaine but I don't eat dairy so they subbed for a more citrusy vinagrette - nice touch for a place that just opened. \nI debated for a while over a delicious glass of rose - and settled on the espresso short rib with a substitution of truffle fries for the polenta with Parmesan. \nY. U. M. \nI will be back on my next business trip to St. Peres.", "I was really excited to check out the new Brick & Mortar in downtown St. Pete. The inside of the restaurant has very thoughtful decor. We ended up sitting outside on the patio which had 4 two-top tables. \n\nMy husband and I ordered four appetizers and were pleasantly surprised! The ahi tuna and beef carpaccio were by far the tastiest dishes! For dinner, we split the burger with the bacon jam and it was heavenly! For dessert, we capped it of with the molten lava cake with espresso whipped cream.\n\nAll in all, we loved our dining experience at Brick & Mortar. We will definitely be back!", "Was pleasantly surprised to find this nice & new little establishment in downtown. The ambiance is perfect for a nice meal where you can chat with family/friends or have a nice romantic meal with your significant other. Our waitress was so nice, the service is very attentive and prompt. The real star of the meal (as it should be) though, was the food. I had the braised short rib ($19) meal and my friend got the burger ($13), both of them were superb. Also, both were very reasonably priced for such elevated food. Came away very pleased and can't wait to make a return visit. \n\nWould love to see this place offer up a weekend brunch. I think it would make for the perfect little brunch spot that downtown st pete is lacking.", "Had dinner here last night. Service was prompt and friendly. Food was EXCELLENT. They have a nice albeit brief selection of wines by the glass (I never order a bottle as I'm the only wine drinker). Menu had a nice variety. Nice atmosphere. Only suggestion I have is spring for real cloth napkins and better flatware. Everything else very high caliber.", "Can I give this place 10 stars? The food, the service and the vibe are spot on.\nChef Jason and his crew really shine in this fresh StPete stand out. We started with the tuna tartare and the shrimp ajillo over white beans, then moved on to the black cod, oxtail with house made ravioli, and the grouper fresh catch. All were executed perfectly and devoured quickly. Our service was efficient and well timed. Nice selection of reasonably priced wine, and local brews. My only gripe... change from paper to linen napkins. :) I simply cannot wait to return, and to spread the word about this real-deal eatery. Bravo!", "I checked out St Pete's new farm-to-table restaurant on Central Ave... Well, as I write this my boyfriend tells me that he isn't sure whether it is farm-to-table, but they have a \"farm salad.\" Whatever, the food is amazing! Check it out. We had the short rib and fat noodle special, comes with peas and brussels, and hope it becomes a regular item.", "Stopped by Brick & Mortar on Wednesday night wanting just wine and desserts with two of my friends. Great decision!! The place was packed (even on a Wednesday night!) and we had to wait about 15-20 minutes. There aren't a lot of tables here (maybe 8 inside, plus a bar area, and 4 outside tables), so I can definitely see how long of a wait there would be on the weekends! EEK! \n\nAnyway, once we were sat, our server told us about the 3 dessert offerings they had for the evening (lavender pannacotta, chocolate espresso cake with a ganache on top, and a baked apple dish with cream on top) and recommended a wine that paired well. We ordered all three, plus a bottle of wine. Such a good idea. Wine was delicious, and when we took a bite of the chocolate espresso cake it was like biting into happiness. All three desserts were amazing...it's hard to pick which one was best because all three were very different and very delicious. The presentation of the food was also perfect, but we all attacked it before we had a chance to take pictures. Oh well! Sorry, Yelp! \n\nService was good. Our server was really nice, and the lady seating tables who I assume was a manager of some sort was also quite friendly. She ended up buying us one of our desserts because something was missing that generally comes with the pannacotta but we didn't even notice because it was so good. \n\nThe rest of the menu looked fantastic, and from what I could see of the people around us, the food had great presentation. Really enjoyed everything that we got, and if I'm back in the area soon I'd totally go back.", "I haven't been to all the restaurants in St. Pete but this place is exquisite, no one has anything on theses guys! I am a lover of eclectic flavor combinations and inventive ways to serve traditional food and they did a wonderful job exhibiting different flavor combination. \n\nWhile I was there I only had a limited number of dishes (3) and they were all deserving of plate licking. However, I did resist because it was not that kind of place... The venue itself is quaint, intimate and limited on busy detail, but small. All of which contributes immensely to my dinning experience. We also ordered a bottle of wine which was recommended to us by our lovely food guide, Katie. She brought out two wines for us to try in case we didn't like what we picked, which we didn't, and ordered what she suggested. However, if you like picking out your own wine, you might have difficulty on the limited wine menu. \n\nBrick & Mortar is an innovator in St. Pete and I hope other restaurants follow in its wake." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "Loved the cooking while she was at Broad and Pine streets. Now that they have opened at a new location we had to go. I had the chicken parmesan and my wife had the salmone. After enjoying a great salad we were delighted with our main courses. The restaurant is very small (seating for about 25) and tastefully decorated. Bring your favorite wine and sit and enjoy a wonderful meal. Try it. I believe that you will like it.", "You feel welcomed into their home, as you pass by the kitchen on the way to your table, where a husband and wife team bring to bear their many years of experience at this charming location.", "Carbonara was to die for. We also loved the burrata. Great hidden gem in Bella Vista. Would go back! \n\nIt's a BYOB - remember to bring wine", "This is an adorable little restaurant and simply delicious! Our table got the Melazane and Burrata as appetizers and the Carbonara, Pappardelle, Salmon, Lasagna and Pollo Angelina for entrees. Everyone was basically licking their plates clean. The owners are literally the nicest people- overall it's a great neighborhood spot! We will absolutely be back!", "This is a place I have been looking forward to in the neighborhood. Keep in mind that this is a small space (7-8 tables), decor is not fancy.. but the service and food is fantastic. Angelina, is in the kitchen by her self, servicing the orders (this can be seen through a window in dining room). I did not have the chance this time to sample the main courses, but the pasta was beyond fresh as was the burrata we had as an app -- I can't wait to work my way through the menu.", "Like walking into someone's home. The menu was pair-down and simple, a grand tour of Italy's finest. Pappardelle bolognese was some of the best I've ever had. The carbonara was smokey and rich, without being overly creamy. They even accommodated with a fabulous gluten-free pasta for all you allergy ridden people out there. BYOB heaven. A small kitchen right in front. Warm, friendly hosts and servers, most of whom have only recently come to America from Italy.", "The food is to die for!!! Everything is home made by Angelina. The atmosphere and service is great! Safe to say this is my new favorite place in the neighborhood!", "Angelina's is a hidden gem and a great addition to he neighborhood. It's very small so make reservations! The food was AMAZING! Angelina is literally cooking the orders herself. Everything was fresh and delicious. Our large group basically ordered one of everything and we loved every single dish. The service was excellent and we will definitely be back soon. \n\nCash only & BYOB", "At this small, 7 table, cash only, casual BYOB, you can see Angelina and her husband personally preparing their delicious fare in a small kitchen at the front of the restaurant. A paired down menu with a clear focus on quality food, clearly made with love and very friendly service. A hidden gem that shouldn't be hidden. Already been multiple times and as one review said, everyone was practically licking their plates clean. And If you have any special requests, just ask, they seem happy to want to make you happy. Meatballs, carbonara, eggplant, gnocchi, antipasto special, cannoli, tiramisu etc...All delicious. A must try, you won't be disappointed.", "We went here before a comedy show in town. We walked in and everything was clean, and the decor very charming. The waiter was very prompt and polite. The FOOD which is the most important part was INCREDIBLE!! We had 3 appetizers (don't judge lol). I live for the beet and burrata salad. I'm still dreaming about it! Also, the gnocchi is as soft as a down pillow. We finished our delicious meal off with 2 espressos and a perfectly sized slice of homemade Italian cheesecake. We were out the door in time to catch our show. I live about an hour away but I'm already plotting my next trip to Angelina' s. It's that good. If I lived close by I'd be there every week as prices are very reasonable for the quality of food served! I can't wait to visit again and see what else they have on special as well as order different things from the menu that we couldn't fit all into 1 dinner. Go and enjoy Chef Angelina's authentic Italian cooking." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "Mike's is exactly what an old fashioned ice cream shop should be. He offers the basics as well as ice cream made in-store, sundaes, Italian sodas, coffee drinks and more. Mike's has free wi-fi access (though it isn't posted) and just about the friendliest staff you'll come across downtown.\n\nMike's is just a short distance from the Frist, American Apparel, countless of honky tonks, bars, tourist hotspots and countless other points of interest. In fact, Mike's makes a lovely afternoon treat, and if you're up for a bit of walking, you can hit about a dozen neat spots before your ice cream melts!\n\nMike's gets a bit busy from time to time, but the ice cream is genuinely good and worth the wait if you aren't in a rush. While there are probably two or three spots in town that have better ice cream, I doubt you'll find a nicer staff or better location. Either way, it's a perfect spot to take the kids.", "Mike's ice cream is a great spot on Broadway to get ice cream, coffee, or even a snack. The shop has a small area inside with only a couple of tables; most people just stop in and get their ice cream treats to go and then walk along Broadway with them. Mike's is an old fashioned ice cream shop so they do milkshakes and will make you a specialty flavored soda. \n\nI like stopping in because the shop is cute, and there is never usually a line. The coffee is decent and the ice cream is good too! I like the good old fashioned chocolate. But, I usually just go here for the coffee. They have a coffee club so if you are a regular you get a discount!", "Mike's is a nice old time looking spot in the middle of busy Broadway Avenue. There isn't a lot of room inside to sit and eat, and on a hot day you will want to squeeze in there to finish your soda or ice cream. \n\nA bit of a smaller draw is the Java bar that is also inside. Small soda stands and ice cream joints like this have a real hard time surviving in today's high-rent world, so supporting them makes you feel as good as the feeling in your belly when you are done eating there.", "Mike's is a good place to get an ice cream, milkshake, smoothie, or espresso fix. I would pick it over Maggie Moo's or Ben and Jerry's any day, but would recommend going during the work week to avoid crowds of tourists and the struggle to find parking on lower Broad on a weekend night. The staff here is laid-back and tattooed, which I thought was a great complement to the super-wholesome '50s ice cream fountain look. The chocolate shake, mango smoothie, and homemade, hand-dipped raspberry cheesecake ice cream (about $3.00 for one scoop) were all good. \n\nThere are a few tables inside, and if you manage to grab one by the window you can watch all the little kids who pass by attempt to climb up the giant ice cream sculpture outside. But the non-window tables feel kind of crowded, and if there's a long line you might end up with another customer's butt in your face, or sharing one the bars along the walls.", "Every time I walk into Mike's I feel like I am in that movie Pleasantville where everything turns black and white and is fantastically 50s. The ice cream, true to the setting, is great and though I'm not a big ice cream float person (now that I'm all grown up) it's the only place I have had one in the last decade. Something about the place just makes you want to see an ice cream scoop float in some soda. If you can grab a window seat, do it, because there is no better place to people watch!", "On a hot day in Nashville, with the sweat dripping down your back, and a belly full of barbeque - ice cream is the only thing that will do. This place is an oasis in a desert of ribs and bluegrass. The fact that the ice cream is so good (and some of the flavors are pretty unique) is just a bonus.\n\nI love me some ice cream.", "This is a little joint like Hatch Print Show where you kind of step back in time upon entry. If the place wasn't always so congested I'd love to just nestle into a corner and love my ice cream. And there's the rub: the line. Be aware you will wait, it doesn't really matter what time of year, but during the warm months especially. \n\nJust by stepping inside people seem to be transformed into yesteryear. A guy in line with us noticed my husband's camera and struck up a conversation with us about photography and showed us some of his pictures. Seriously, who does that anymore? \n\nThe ice cream is out of this freaking world. Local or tourist, Mike's should be on your to do list.", "This is a great place if you're downtown and want some ice cream. It's not the kind of place that I go out of the way to get though. The building itself is adorable, very throwback. The line is usually pretty long too. \n\nThey have the set up of a Baskin Robbins or TCBY, the ice cream is in tubs in a display case type thing, and you pick out what you want. The ice cream alone, isn't anything real special. They offer a variety of sundaes though, that really bring in the crowd. \n\nI think for two scoops and some toppings I paid under $4, which considering, ain't that bad. Definitely a place I'll go again if I'm on Broadway and want ice cream.", "Skip the fancy desert after dinner to go here, it's an excuse to walk around Broadway. The homemade ice cream is really good. Cake Mix is my favorite. Great place to top off a date.", "One of the better places you'll find downtown if you're in the mood for something sweet or a jolt of caffeine. or both. It's a quaint space that always has customers, so expect to wait in line and don't expect to sit inside. The staff is friendly, yet unconventional for what you might expect from an ice cream parlor. They have a lot of flavors and may options for toppings, flavored sodas, frozen yogurt, candy, baked goods, hot and cold coffee drinks." ]

[ 5, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 4, 3, 4, 4 ]

[ "Opening night: Ramen Room\nWe were seated with no explanation there was a separate room for Ramen. As we were being re-seated, a group of 4 was trying to eat together, and ended up using the table we were seated at. This was alright, just seemed like a lack of communication between hosts. The arrangement they came up with was far to close to other patrons, and two servers bumped into me. They didn't have the whiskey on opening night and didn't tell me about the dramatic price change. Again, just not clear communication.\nThe food was alright. My Ramen was all salt, and was underwhelming for the price. My girlfriends pork was chewy, and just left more to be desired. $70 for 2 cocktails and bowls of ramen? Nah.", "Opening night was amazing. Made reservations and were seated right when we arrived. Waitress knew the menu front and back. Food was really good and creative. Yakitori was a little over cooked and not too flavorful, but everything else we got was amazing. Wagyu beef with butter-get it. I can't explain how amazing it was. There's nothing else like this place in Tampa. But no ramen in the main dining room :( Unfortunately I feel like that's going to make people angry. I went knowing I couldn't order ramen so it was okay, but be prepared to be told no if you try. And get the dessert. Very different but delicious!", "I love this one better than the Seminole Heights location because of all the extra menu items!! This one is also different because they have different rooms you go to order different items. The main dining room serves small plates and the ramen room serves mostly ramen and some apps (similar to Seminole Heights location). You can not order items from different rooms which is probably the only real con I have. \n\nWhat we ate:\n\nHiratake (king oyster mushrooms)- These things looked like squash on a stick! It was so crazy. They were very delicious. If you are a mushroom fan you will love these meaty things!\n\nTuna Poke- Yum! I loved this so much. Its very flavorful and even comes with shrimp chips!\n\nTako Amiyaki- Tender grilled octopus with PICKLED edamame! Super yummy and I LOVED the pickled edamame since I've never had it before!\n\nKani Gyoza (deviled crab stuffed dumpling)- This was good but not something I would get again. It was filling and I prefer lighter options.\n\nHamachi Kama (broiled yellowtail)- I really liked this! I've only had this raw so it was interesting to have it broiled. This does taste fishy so if you don't like that you may not like this. I on the other hand love ALL fish so I really liked this one! Its very simple but oh so good.\n\nKaraage (friend chicken)- Super crispy! You can't go wrong with friend chicken, especially here! \n\nOkonomiyaki (vegetable pancake)- Very filling and really good! Its an interesting plate that you should at least try one! You can also add pork belly, bacon, or an egg on top!\n\nUdon- This location has udon!! The mushrooms in this very flavorful broth were my favorite part!\n\nDefinitely coming back again to try other small plates and other ramen choices!!", "Great addition to DTSP !!! Love the atmosphere and great food. Looking forward to lunch time hours as well as speak easy back bar.", "This place is amazing! The ramen was incredible (by far the best we've had in St. Pete) and the vibe was so much fun. Even after dinner, we hung out in the private lounge for drinks for hours after. Would definitely recommend!!", "Love this new expansion of ichicoro! I have tried a lot of items off of the menu in the dining area as well as some from the ramen bar and each was just as tasty as the next. The most surprising item was the cauliflower, they somehow made my least favorite food into a dish I couldn't stop eating.....I mean seriously try it!! The cocktails are extremely creative as well, my favorite is the one with activated charcoal. Yes I said charcoal and its the perfect refreshing drink that goes down almost too easily. Perfect place to grab some great food and drinks and feel as if you are transported to a trendy New York restaurant.", "This review is for the main dining room only. We attempted to be put on the waiting list for the ramen room while we were in the main dining room and somehow that didn't happen. Really wanted to try to ramen too not just the small plates in the main dining room. You can't order ramen in the main dining room and the ramen room is very small. The food in the main dining room was really good though.", "Attended a private birthday party here Saturday night that featured some appetizers and cocktails, all if which were excellent. The charcoal infused drink was good, but the color made me think of grape Kool-Aid and I just couldn't shake it, mentally. The megalixer though was very refreshing and light. What I had the most fun with though was the expansive selection of rare whiskeys and scotch in the lounge. I tried the Lock, Stock & Barrel 18 year, and while it was pricey, it set the mood properly. \n\nThe decor is in line with the original over in Seminole Heights, but it is a little bit larger and more open. The Station House venue is a lot of fun to roam around in, and the vibe is on point.", "My wife and I have frequented the Seminole location on more than one occasion and have always left with a great meal and a lighter wallet. Where the Seminole location has a smaller menu, this new location in one of favorite St. Pete buildings has much more to offer, with separate spaces dedicated to specific things (more on that later). We arrived though a set of very nondescript doors to find what felt like an underground Japanese yakitori spot, with wooden slats throughout separating the different compartments of the restaurant. There was already a wait at 1700 on a Sunday, so we saddled up to the bar and ordered a pair of drinks (Black Mage & Fake Mustache) both excellent, with the Mage being a instant favorite of mine. While waiting we noticed the bar in the \"Ramen Room\" being open so we inquired...first come first served at the bar!!...so we headed in. We were immediately provided menus and waters and began the the fun sushi style ordering process. Tip: The ramen do NOT come with eggs as a standard (we ordered the broth-less and double chicken) so add those, especially for the broth-less. The menu here is huge!...compared to it's sister in Seminole...but...you can only order certain items based on what room your sitting in??? So for example no Ramen in the dining room or no steak in the ramen room...don't get this for a sales standpoint at all...but oh well, we were in the right room :) So i mentioned the bar was first come first serve which is great...it also gives you an excellent view of the kitchen that is preparing food for the entire place. It was like watching a cooking show, great spot for those who like to see how the process works. The food was excellent, the service was great and very quick, the drinks were also very good, the only negatives were the separate spaces/menus and of course that Ichicoro price tag. With drinks, two apps and two ramens, we left about $100 less than we came in. Not your every night ramen, but a great date night treat.", "Coolest new Restaurant/Bar/Lounge in St. Petersburg. Great Japanese food selection. My favorite is the lounge with unique drinks." ]

[ 2, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 4, 5 ]

[ "Tony's makes a fabulous apple fritter. I used to enjoy these occasionally after long morning bike rides back when I lived up in Maryland Heights. I have yet to be able to find a comparable fritter near Webster.", "I grew up having their bagel/egg sandwiches for sunday breakfast, so if that makes me biased then oh well. Those sandwiches are delicious. \n\nAs for the nuts: The strawberry cruller = awesome.", "YES! Eat it! Love it! Don't look me in the eye! Just eat it!!! Oh God, I can see my ancestors looking down (some looking up) at me and nodding their head with approval! Gimmee more!\n\nGood stuff. My wife and I have driven by this place many times, and we kept saying, \"Man, we gotta go here sometime!\" But it was always in the evening when it was closed. However a stroke of genius and an alarm clock brought on a glazed moment of truth when we woke up one day and grabbed us some goodies from Tony's.\n\nThe doughnuts here are great, but what's even better is the atmosphere. This place is tucked away in a slowly-dying strip mall, and you may miss it because it's not in a high-traffic area (although it's ironically near the I-270/I-70 intersection). Upon entrance, you are smacked in the face with a delicious baked smell of goodness, and you just want to sit down with Wilford Brimley or Ben Matlock to enjoy a pastry or three.\n\nGreat prices, good coffee, great atmosphere.\nSmall, local doughnut store. Come here and bring a dozen of these treats to work...it's completely up to you if you want to share.", "Tonys is one of the best kept secrets in the St. Louis area. Located in a little strip center at the corner of McKelvey and Creve Couer Mill Rd, they have been serving the freshest donuts for about 15 years now. Get there around 8am and get HOT CINNAMON ROLLS! OMG the best there is. Even if you get there at just before closing at 2pm, the donuts are still soft and fresh tasting. Highly recommend.", "Just a new note on Tony's. I just found another review on \"Tony's Donuts and Ice Cream\" These are the same business, although they no longer serve Ice Cream. Donuts are the BEST!!!", "You really can't go wrong here. The sandwiches are awesome As are the doughnuts. DD can stay out of our neighborhood and we'll be just fine. \n\nThe white cream doughnuts are wedding cake icing filled rather than a more creamy filling. That surprises people (in a good way).\n\nAny day you have Tony's is a good day.", "I read Don R's review of Tony's and was LOL. Don't be stingy, take the goodies to work and share! That's the only time I have ever had a Tony's donut and have never been disappointed :) Clearly, I have missed out on the fabulousness of the store front! \n\nI like when a donut is warm and melts in my mouth, so I am not saying they are the best donuts I have ever had. However, I definitely eat and enjoy! When we have a few left at work and I bring them home to share with my family and friends, They always finish them off!", "I work near by and was on a quest for a while to try all donut shops that were within reasonable distance of my travels(West of metro STL, north to south). All I have to say is their yeast donuts are awesome!!!\nI love places who have original flavors, no one else around here sells a cream cheese donut like Tony's so I tried one the first time I stopped in earlier this year and wow! I love it! The classic Glazed are great too(which is telling to the rest of a shops donuts). \nThe Strawberry French donut is another one they knock out of the park. The slight gooey texture of their french donut makes this absolutely fantastic!\n\nThis is absolutely the best donut place I've tried so far in the STL area and I've been to atleast 8 different companys I can think of off the top of my head.\n\n(The only knock I have which has absolutely nothing to do with their donuts, is the dang mine if you're coming from the backside(from the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater/EarthCityExpressway). The roads are absolutely filthy due to the mine. I guess the city nor the state of Missouri requires them to clean the roads often. So I have to say I have honestly stopped frequenting Tony's donuts due to this. Car gets absolutely covered from the dusty road and last time I checked the cars air-intake filter I had never seen so much dirt fall out, like I lived on a dirt road. I still go to Tony's, hard to stay away, its just more like once a month instead of a couple times a week :( now. )", "Best donuts ever! The owners are just the best. A great family owned place. A fun time had by all on the cheap. The new location is great, too!", "I agree with Pat O.............The best donuts every. The chocolate cake donuts are a must. Moist and a rich chocolate taste, they are my favorites. The old fashion cinnamon twist are a very close second. Donuts do not get any better than Tony's. Will be going to see the new location next time." ]

[ 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 3, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "An old green farm wagon is a nice touch by the produce section. It reminds me of the way farmers used to bring agricultural products for city folk to buy. The rest of the Turnip Truck is modern like the computerized inventory software. I like the over 100 bins of natural bulk food items like granola, legumes, cereals and dried fruit. I can get just the amount I need, which is convenient for a single person. There is a good cheese selection including Organic Valley and Kenny's Cheese. The fresh seafood and meat is organic and much of it is produced in a way that is as stress-free for the animals as possible. Best takeout in the Gulch is the range of prepared food at Turnip Truck like wraps, sandwiches, hummus and gourmet baked dishes. There is also a yummy hot bar and salad bar. Sit and sip soup for supper at the little cafe area. Owner John Dyke has a great store here and did it right. Turnip Truck Urban Fare is a full-size natural foods grocery and just what the neighborhood needs.", "On 12th Ave South in the Gulch lies an oasis of local farm fresh vegetables, cheeses, meats, home products, and cosmetics. The Turnip Truck Urban Fare is unlike any \"health food\" grocer I've encountered. My favorite aspect, I think, is the incorporation or rather focus on local growers and food producers. \n\nUpon attending the grand opening celebration for this location, I was able to sample some awesome local fare! Noble Springs Dairy owned by Dustin and Justyne Noble from Franklin, Tennessee had a stand where patrons could sample their flavor packed goat cheese. From dill and garlic to cherry berry, I fell in love.\n\nThe Divine Equation also had a demonstration of their natural and organic skin and hair care products by Charmaine and Ken West. Never did my hands feel so soft after 24 hours of lotioning and countless hand washes. I would highly recommend either the Sat-Ra Divine body butter or the Amor Love Oil.\n\nThe prices at the Turnip Truck seemed reasonable; I would estimate in the Whole Foods Market range. All of their products were fresh and beautiful in addition to tasty! I was amazed to see such an array of products besides food such as home goods and a wall of beer!", "As a non-organic, non-vegan, non-vegetarian... here goes my review: \n\nI am so happy this place is here, because now there is an actual REAL store within 5 miles of downtown that has lettuce, or gasp, milk, fruit!?! Hooray for that. Often times for lunch I just want to pick up something fresh and this will be my 'go-to' place. Tons of fresh options.\n\nBuffett with salad, soups and tons of veggies- you pay for by weight. You can take it to go or eat it there. They have a few tables. Deli has some items, and the butcher has your meat and seafood. It not as many choices as a Whole Foods.\n\nI believe that since this is a new location they still have some kinks to work out just as any new business does, layout, selection of merchandise. \n\nParking can be limited and bring your cloth shopping bags. Everyone else does.", "I've visited twice now over the past 3 days....I can't begin to explain how convenient it is to not drive to Green Hills when I need a few things here and there. As a few of the other reviews have mentioned, prices are equivalent to Whole Foods and possibly a tad bit higher. I suppose you're paying for convenience of having a grocery store so close to all the surrounding areas. The meat and sea food counter is tiny in comparison to Whole Foods, aside from that, the small selection they had looked great. \n\nWhat I really love is the prepared foods section. So far I've had the tuna on pumpernickel, tuna on wheat, Asian slaw, and the panna cotta (must try). Sandwiches are $4.99 and gigantic, hopefully that doesn't change. Items from the salad bar, hot bar, and self serve stations go for $6.99 a pound, quite a bargain with all the delicious items available. \n\nAll in all it's a great addition to the area, hopefully they continue to add more goods over the next weeks and months. I'll be happy to come back and support a local business.", "So great! The prepared foods, the hot food bar, the salad bar, the sandwiches, are all created by or under the watchful eye of Laura Wilson, one of the best chefs in Nashville. There is a meat counter (unlike the East Nashville Store) and the beef we got was excellent, cut correctly and flavorful. There is Hatcher Dairy products, Greek yogurt, so far a limited fruit and veggie isle, organic and \"green\" cleaning products, fresh Provence bread, cheeses including Kenny's Cheese, frozen foods, and many canned and boxed products.", "A friend from work told me she was walking to The Turnip Truck at lunch time so I decided to tag along. I'm not a health nut, but I will pay more for healthy food and was pleasantly surprised when my lunch rang up at $6. There was a variety of choices on both the salad bar and hot bar and I even faced my fear of trying tofu (it was actually pretty good). There are also small tables available outside to sit and eat your lunch. On nice days I'll definitely walk over here to grab a quick, healthy lunch.", "I'd been to the original Turnip Truck near Five Corners and wasn't impressed. I never found any reason to go back due to the high prices, very limited space, and difficulty to reach from anywhere outside of East Nashville.\n\nAnd for an embarrassing reason, I ran into the Turnip Truck for a desperation beverage (spicy mouth), and for the moment I was there, it looked great. Open, clean, modern: it was everything the East End version wasn't, except for the high prices. The beverage selection was great, and I saw they had a barista bar, which intrigued me. So when I recently had a free moment, I went back to give their coffees a shot.\n\nThe verdict: outstanding but very expensive for a single latte. I enjoyed the drink thoroughly, but was dismayed at the price. The drink itself will haunt me whenever I go to the gulch, not because it was the best in town (but it was up there), but that even though it was really good, I just don't have the means to pay that much for such a small drink.\n\nIf you're in the store, and you need a burst of energy, it will more than satisfy (and you're probably the type that can afford to shop there, anyway), but if you're tooling around between downtown and West End, get to Casablanca, it's just that much better.", "It's all about the salad bar and carryout options at this 2nd location for the Turnip Truck family! As much as I ADORE the 5 Points location near my home, the options for quick and easy lunch or dinner may be worth an extra couple of miles.\n\nThis location is certainly larger and offers up a roomy indoor and outdoor seating where you may dine or plug away on your laptop. \nMy friend and I visited for lunch a couple of weeks ago and hit up the fresh and expansive salad/hot bar as if it was our last mean on earth. Prices were fair and comparable to what you may spend at Whole Foods. There were several vegetarian/vegan options for me to salivate over which made me an even bigger fan!\n\nThe produce selection is also more robust here than the 5 points location which is one of the very few faults of that location. \n\nJust when I didn't think that I could fall in more love with Turnip Truck, I receive 2 emails that made me get butterflies in my stomach again. \n\nThe first email was soliciting for volunteers to help with the Edgehill Community Garden. I love the fact that this company invests time/energy/fund to help improve Nashville neighborhoods. In each monthly newsletter, they also promote finding homes for homeless animals with EastCan.org. If TT can invest in improving Nashville then why can't we bypass the other Big Box natural foods grocers and show them some love back? Chew on that.\n\nThe second email promoted their catered Thanksgiving dinner packages which included a vegan option for just $14 a person! That is less than what I would have spent anyway. \n\nMy mouthwatering order includes the following: \nField Roast w/ Mushroom Gravy, Quinoa w/ Chestnuts and Cranberries, Citrus Ginger Glazed Root Vegetables, Green Beans w/ Crispy Shallots I also added a vegan Waldorf Spinach Salad for $12 that is advertised as feeding up to 4 individuals. You may also add on dessert options to your order...DANGER.\n\nIf you haven't popped into either one of the Turnip Trucks, give it a whirl. I personally couldn't imagine my life in Nashville without them!", "Although the original East Nash location will always be my regular grocery stop, I\"ll definitely add this one to the list. I walked in and wandered around aimlessly for at least 15 minutes, trying to get the lay of the land. I am so familiar with the other location that I pretty much can tell you where anything is, so this was an entirely new layout to learn. \n\nI can't say the produce section is a lot bigger than the other location, but it is a little bigger and offers a few more things (daikon, more lettuce choices to name a couple). I also really like the fresh seafood & meat counter, the cheese case, and the pre-made food selection. They even had oysters in the seafood case - score! It's like a smaller version of Whole Foods, with much more of a focus on locally sourced items.\n\nThere were a few disappointments though - one being the fresh seafood in the case....it all looked quite sad. Brown around the edges & didn't look fresh, which I assume is because they just aren't busy enough yet to keep it all moving. I'm not giving up though, we'll certainly try again. Another complaint has to do with the prices. I noticed several items that were more expensive there than at the other TT location, for example: mushrooms. They are $2.99 at the TT and $3.29 at the TTUF. I also walked by at least 5 or 6 people with no acknowledgement which was a little off-putting. The people at the TT are always so nice & always greet you when they see you. At least the people at the check-out were very friendly.\n\nAlthough I list a few criticisms it certainly does not mean I don't like the place. It's awesome that the original location has done so well that a second one is now open. I think that there are a few kinks to be worked out & that's to be expected for any new place. We'll be sure to return again soon!", "First let's get something out of the way. The original Turnip Truck in East Nashville was a good store with some serious limitations. It had a great selection of veggie and organic options, but was not big enough or well stocked enough to be a full grocery store. I generally found that I either went there for one specific thing, or I had to go to another store afterwards to do the rest of my shopping. A good concept, but ultimately incomplete. \n\nThe new Turnip Truck Urban fare comes much closer to being a one stop shopping location and I imagine if I lived in the Gulch or surrounding community I would rarely have to go anywhere else. \n\nThe New Turnip truck has 3 major upgrades: \n\n1. Size- It is much larger than the other store and that added room allows for a meat and seafood counter, more produce, cheeses, a seating area, etc. Basically everything you would expect from a high end grocer. \n\n2. Food- The hot and cold bar as well as the deli counter always have something tempting in them. I have tried the hot bar on what I would call a Mediterranean day with olive chicken, cassolette, and gorgonzola broccoli and everything was excellent. The cold salad bar also had some very tempting items that will likely bring me back for more. There is also a juice bar and coffee so you could easily spend your whole day there if you were so inclined.\n\n3. Beer- My biggest complaint with the old market (and yes I know what that says about me). If I am having a dinner, I often (always) want beer to go along. I hated having to make two different stops to do so at the old location. The new spot has a great selection and they are even approved to sell single beers that you can drink on site (although not in line, you probably want to wait until you get to the table.) Major upgrade in my book. \n\nOverall the Turnip Truck Urban fare is a great new market. I cannot give it a full 5 stars simply because the pricing is still very high. As good as the hot bar is, it will still run you about as much, if not more than a restaurant meal. If you are on a budget then you would have a hard time making this your full time market. If you don't even look at prices then knock yourself out, there is nothing to keep you from going everyday." ]

[ 5, 4, 3, 4, 5, 4, 3, 5, 4, 4 ]

[ "This is a convenience store deli, so don't expect a neat restaurant setting or drink service (that's the only reason I give 4 stars instead of 5). I've had a Cuban press one time, and a breakfast sandwich at another time. Sandwiches are prepared upon your order and I was very happy with the food. Delicious! There are some tables inside and some outside on the dock, overlooking ocean. There is a more popular breakfast place (Maggie Mae's) in the same strip mall but taste-wise I must say I like this deli much better.", "Great little hidden gem for sandwiches. The front is unassuming, but the inside has a good selection of staples and drinks (even a decent wine selection.). \n\nThere is a deli in the back that makes really good sandwiches. \n\nFriendly staff and good eats.", "Great sandwiches, terrible service. The short old man only musters up a good attitude if your daughter or wife is good looking. If you want to watch an older guy hit on your family member this is the place to go. Also very slow service and a little pricey, but alright sandwiches.", "Very nice store that is fully stocked with all kinds of goodies that anyone needs for the beach, hotel or condo. Really nice people as well!", "Good food and the ability to buy beer at a reasonable price makes this place a winner in my book. Had the Cuban sandwich and my wife had the veggie - both were better than what you would expect from one of the chains.", "Just a quick neighborhood deli for quick needs ranging from drinks, to wine and beer, to deli sandwiches, to some Florida souvenirs and of course gator heads...yes. REAL ones!\n\nFun staff.", "Fantastic food-especially the Cuban! Convenience atore but much more. There is a great restaurant/deli and a fantastic wine selection -all at reasonable prices. You can sit inside or outside and enjoy the view while eating great food and even enjoying beer and wine. Highly recommend!", "I can't believe this place isn't busier. A hidden gem. My husband and I visited for breakfast hoping they might have a good breakfast sandwich, they have a FULL breakfast menu. I had the Greek omelet which was awesome. Service was exceptional. Seating inside and out with a nice water view. Great value. Be sure to check it out. Sorry we didn't discover it sooner.", "Amazing. Awesome service, wonderful sandwiches and just a charming deli on the water. Highly recommend the Cuban and the chipotle chicken Gouda sandwich.", "This is a great deli on the water for breakfast and lunch. We have loved everything we have tried. Probably the best breakfast/lunch place on Sand Key. If you are staying at one of the hotels - skip their frozen/microwaved version of food and try Shorty's. Super nice people and reasonable prices too" ]

[ 4, 5, 3, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "Great seafood. Should try the boiling house special seasoning. Great atmosphere and great service. Would also recommend ordering the lobster but also the pork on the stick.", "Excellent spot to watch sports and enjoy a great meal. Viet Cajun cuisine wings noodles. Nicely seasoned. BYO. Great value. Excellent service.", "Just had lunch from the Boiling House. Great atmosphere and the food was great! I had appetizers only. But, I had Fried Shrimp and Fish tacos and they were excellent! Fabulous addition to our neighborhood. I recommend highly!", "This is prob the only place that has crawfish that is not only delicious, but fresh. I had it with the boiling house special sauce which is amazing. I squeezed some lime in the sauce which enhanced the flavor a lot. The Thai tea is a must have. It has a lot of flavor, but is also not very sweet which is prefect for me. The atmosphere gives it like a Buffalo wild wing feeling with the TV and sport channels, but with delicious seafood. I also tried the fried shrimp with fries. The portion size was excellent and could be a meal as well if you are not that hungry for crab. The fries are really good and fried perfectly, as well as the frying batter they used for the shrimp. Overall it was a very delightful and delicious trip here.", "We went today and took advantage of the free lobster promotion, and 20 percent off for the month of october! it is located in the shopping center right behind the louis and christian hair salon, across from toscana italian restaurant. i had the pleasure to talk the owner, we were able to chit chat on how we loved the boiling crab, hot and juicy in the west coast and how crabby cafe in philly has just gone downhill and how we even gave sea bar a chance in chinatown and weren't too happy about it but hands down the boiling house is the closest thing to feeling like i was at the boiling crab, QUALITY seafood, QUALITY ingredients && AWESOME service. we are so happy we went in and cannot wait to make it our continuous seafood go to, so happy we no longer have to go to philly for terrible seafood. The boiling house is a one stop shop for wings, pho, and amazing seafood! qua the owner is so nice, he did his research, his food not only blew us away but his hospitality as well as the taste in everything he served us were great! cannot wait to go back! and best wishes to his establishment!", "Went here today for lunch with my girlfriend and when we first stepped in, the restaurant looked great inside with tv's on the walls with an assortment of different channels. We took advantage of the 20% discount and ordered the fried calamari. It came with 2 different sauces and it tasted amazing. We ordered 2ibs of jumbo shrimp, boiling house seasoning, and mild. It smelled delicious with a generous amount of jumbo shrimp, sausages, corn, and potatoes. The service was amazing and the owner recognized me from yelp and gave me an additional 10%! I'll be coming back here to try the pho and burgers. If you love seafood this is a place to be at.", "Sooo this place is delicious! Ordered take out tonight and YUM! Ordered crawfish, shrimp, and spring rolls. My only regret is not ordering more! Will DEFINITELY be going back....sooner than later!", "Ordered a pound of shrimp, mussels & soup for takeout. They forgot to put the mussels in the bag but called me 3 times and offered to drive it to my house. I went back and he gave me an order of wings for my troubles. The food was great! The shrimp & mussels were fresh along with the house seasoning & garlic butter were excellent. The wings were equally as good. If in the area give this place a try. I'm sure you won't be disappointed.", "I don't know how one yelp reviewer compared this to crabbys at all. It does not compare. We overhyped it to our friends when we saw that review. We were excited to try it since it was local, only to be highly disappointed. I was so disappointed and embarrassed I recommended this place that I paid the whole bill. We took advantage of the 20% off but I would rather pay the 20% to cross the bridge to eat at crabbys. Some of the shrimps were undercooked (it was still gray) and one of the blue crabs tasted rotten. The spice level is non existent if you like spicy (yes, we asked for spicy). The flavor was also non existent and we used their house special and Cajun flavor. The sausage was weird. This is not one person's review from the group. But from the entire group. On a positive note, we did like their fries though. However, we came here for the seafood, not fries.", "I went there with my wife, brother in law and sister in law. They all have been several times before and told me how good it was so I was excited to eat some snow crabs. I initially ordered 1 lb. of snow cab legs with the old bay seasoning. 2 small plain clusters came out with old bay seasoning on the side...nothing on the crab legs. So I started eating the crab legs and I noticed tiny black seeds on the crabs. I've never seen this on crab legs before. I asked the waiter what it was and he said that's how they come from the place they order their crab legs. I later looked online and found out that they are crab leeches. They are not harmful, but not very appetizing or appealing. They were kind enough to take the crab legs off of the bill, but I don't think I will be going back there." ]

[ 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 1, 1 ]

[ "This place is really cute. I was a bit skeptical at first because you don't see too many surfer shack themed restaurants in the big easy...in fact you don't see any. But hey this is post Katrina so anything is to be expected. \n\nThis place definitely did not disappoint. The Shrimp Po'Boy was surprisingly authentic and the crabcakes were perfect! Very fresh. No frozen, red lobsteresque seafood here.\n\nThe place was clean and the staff was very friendly and helpful. You can eat inside or at one of the cute tables outside. Full bar, laid back atmosphere. This place is a gem! I will be back.", "We stopped in after getting a recommendation from a local and we were SO disappointed. A really friendly fellow sat us at a cute table and got us some menus and that was the last interaction with the staff who greeted and even served every neighboring table, even ones who arrived much later than us. \n\nAfter sitting for 20 minutes, no one had even approached us for our drink order, but everyone around us was getting served. After several polite attempts to get someone's attention, we gave up and left. \n\nBummer, especially for such a super-friendly city.", "After a year of being almost a \"D- local\" at Lucy's Retired Surfer Bar in the warehouse district, I'd have to say through the many ups and downs of nights there, it has remained a home away from home.\n\nYou just have to take it for what it's worth, a \"retired surfer bar\" sans the retired surfers. The Lucy's crowd can differ from the Warehouse District young professionals to the cheesed-up \"My New Haricuts\" grabbing some jaegar bombs and Heinekens before pushing off to the Republic.\n\nThe true jewel of this place, though, is definitely the bar staff. These folks are always friendly and always in a good mood, despite having to deal with overcrowded, restless patrons on any given night. They're fast and quickly know who you are and what you drink, which makes it great when you're three people deep and can start making it for you by providing nothing more than a head nod.\n\nMy suggestion is to make it there early (5-8) on a Friday or a late brunch (cheap mimosas and BM's) on a nice day for some street-cafe-table people watching. It's also a great destination for post-game drinking after games at the Dome or the Arena.", "While i always felt beyond overdressed here, as everyone looks like they're in their pajamas, i still love this place. As someone who loves frozen drinks, they have an awesome drink menu, the food always looked awesome too, and the laid back surfer theme is cute (although, as mentioned, super casual). Either way, always busy on weekends, and good drinks!", "Meh.\n\nPricey & pretentious. The burger I had was OK, but it's kind of hard to truly fuckup a burger. I had a takeout poboy the next day that sucked. A poboy shouldn't be over $8 and I shouldn't have to walk outside to reach the pisser.", "On Valentine's Day evening during Mardi Gras this was about the only place that we could pop in for a quick bite before the parades hit lower St Charles Ave. What should have been a quick dinner turned into a very long one, and we missed the first parade.\n\nThe food was mediocre. I had order dilemma, and the waitress suggested the burrito rolls (can't remember the exact name). They obviously weren't memorable. Tasted like a frozen TGI Friday's appetizer that can be bought at the grocery store. \n\nMy dad ordered coffee after the meal, and it took 15 minutes to arrive at the table. They didn't charge us for it and were apologetic.\n\nThis place is probably a great place to just hang out and have drinks. I don't recommend it for dinner.", "This was down the street from my hotel, and I came in for lunch. I got the burger, which was fine except it was overcooked for my taste (I asked for rare, it was more like medium). The highlight was the fries, they were damn good fries-- perfect cut, and nice and cripsy! Excellent service too, the food came out really fast.", "This is an identity crisis of a restaurant, where nothing there is really good, including the $5 price on beers. \n\nMy party of six visited on Sunday night, and the service was horrible. They were out of mango salsa, as well as one or two other items we tried to order.\n\nThe black beans take the cake as the worst black beans I have ever had in my entire life. I thought the Tex-Mex food in Philly was bad, but Lucy's officially lowered the bar. \n\nThe top shelf margaritas are terrible and overpriced ($30/pitcher).\n\nIt took the waitress longer to clear our plates off the table than it took the cooks to prepare food for 6 people. And lastly the waitress tried to charge us for the mango salsa that they didn't even have in stock.\n\nDo yourself a favor and avoid this restaurant as New Orleans has some real talent....just not Lucy's", "It's a laid back atmosphere which I like. The staff is a bit robotic for my taste and the food is so-so. The manager was very cool and kind. My dad's name ended up on the board at the bar; I don't know what he drank but he ended up staying for hours. He hesitated to go in because it's like a beach restaurant, and ended up liking it and having a good time. \nIt's better for drinks than for food.", "Fun place....kids enjoyed it. Food was ok, but not great. Wait staff a bit distant. Having a drink and a snack at the bar might be a better experience than at the tables. We were there on a Sunday...maybe it gets better at other time slots. \n\nDid like the retired surfer concept.\n\nIn a limited time visit to N.O., there are better choices." ]

[ 5, 1, 4, 4, 2, 3, 3, 1, 3, 3 ]

[ "Great coffee, iced, hot, as well as frozen blended. The owner is one of the nicest people we've met! The fantastic customer service had us visiting twice in one day!", "*drum roll please*\n\nI will be the very first to confess that I am not a coffee drinker. I never got used to the taste of coffee, although I do like the smell of freshly-brewed coffee. What I do enjoy is a place to visit with friends, sip a beverage of my choosing, and relax in a comfortable \"homey\" environment.\n\nSips Specialty Coffee House is just such a place, located along Gunn Highway near Citrus Park. You'll find Sips in a little strip mall out in front of Super WalMart and down the block from an Amscot financial center. It's right at the intersection of Gunn and Henderson Road.\n\nWalking in the front door I had to do a double-take because I thought that I'd stepped back into my mother's kitchen. You could smell all of the wonderful scents of baked goods, along with the flavors of coffee and toppings. There were people sitting at tables, sipping their drinks, playing cards, board games, laughing, and chattering away. The decorations were definitely right in line with what my Mom would have placed around her kitchen.\n\nI had the opportunity to meet the owners, Caryn and Ken Reed, and learn a bit about their journey from Michigan to Florida, and the idea for their coffee house which opened six months ago. Very nice, down-to-earth people who are looking to provide that comfy neighborhood gathering place for people to meet up, play a game of Jenga or chess, and do a bit of networking. \n\nOh yes, and enjoy that coffee - hot, iced, blended, frozen - you name it. The house special is Sips Mocha which is made with white chocolate, swirls of caramel, steamed milk & espresso. They have lattes and mochas and cappuccinos and espressos, fruit smoothies, hot teas, iced teas, and your regular ol' cup o' Joe. There's also a refrigerated case with fruit juices, soda, and bottled water.\n\nThey have a baked goods counter with bagels, muffins and pastries, and these AMAZING homemade dark chocolate cupcakes with Reese's cups inside. YUMMMMM!!!!\n\nFor those who are on the go and don't want to climb out of your car, then Sips has a drive-up, full-service window. You can get a single-serving cup, or pick up one of their containers of coffee for the office.\n\nNow one final treat -- especially for us Yelpers. Sips happens to employ the very lovely and sweet Ms. Cece C. as a barrista, and I highly encourage you to stop in and say Hi to her.\n\nYes, I understand, there are a lot of places where you can stop for coffee, but not many places offer this type of cozy atmosphere. It is worth the time to stop and make some new friends while enjoying a great cup of......well, I was gonna say tea, but y'all would probably like the coffee a whole lot too.", "Looking for a real coffee shop where you get to know the owners and people are friendly,then this is the place. Coffee is as good or better then Starbucks and the chocolate chip cookie bars are amazing! Will be making this a regular spot!", "I've been here twice and I absolutely love it! I bought a smoothie the first time and a coffee the second - both really good! The woman that helped me both time was so sweet and nice! She had a smile on her face the entire time :) I'm coming back for sure. And there's a drive thru for when ur in a hurry!", "Great little coffee shop in the Carrollwood area. I've always been a fan of that other famous coffee house name that starts with an \"S\" but I love, love, love supporting local businesses more! I was greeted / welcomed the moment I stepped in the door, struck up a conversation with the friendly person behind the counter, only to find she was the owner - LOVE! We struck up a conversation and chatted for a few moments, then I took my freshly made cup of joe with the yummy whipped milk on top and found a cozy table to sit and catch up on my emails. The coffee was good and the ambience even better. Sips is located on Gunn Hwy near the Citrus Park area. So, if you are out running errands, stop in and grab your coffee and a snack here! Enjoy!", "Yelp drew me to this cute coffee shop. It is right around the corner from my house and I drive by it everyday but never stopped by but glad I finally did. Thanks, Yelpers. \n\nI typically go to Starbucks but there was something about this coffee shop - small, quiet and friendly staff. The atmosphere was so cute, I wish I could have sat at a table and enjoyed my coffee and the ambience of the coffee shop but I had to grab jugs of Joe for a morning meeting. I even called ahead of time and the staff had my order ready to go once I came in, complete with packed all the essentials - cream, variety of sugars and sweeteners and insulation cups.", "Phenomenal coffee, but odd location. Lacks atmosphere but again I can't stress enough how good the coffee is. Head and shoulders above the chains.\n\nI usually get the mocha latte or the regular latte and just a plain coffee is fantastic.", "I'm a hardcore coffee junkie...I live in Brooklyn- which isn't special other than the fact that people make choices on apartments based off of proximity to good coffee. So when I tell you that Sips makes an amazing iced-coffee, I mean that sincerely. Forget about Starbucks and the double D and Support this mom and pop shop. One last thing, the woman who serves me every time in the drive-through couldn't be sweeter. This place is the cat's pajamas in Tampa.", "People are very nice and the coffee is good. Nice pastries too. Check this place out for a coffee place outside of the \"St\" world", "Great coffee and pastries. The pumpkin latte was better than the larger chain, and the cafe mocha was awesome. \n\nThe owners are super nice and gave us a warm welcome. Great place to make your regular coffee hangout. Plus the drive thru is very convenient." ]

[ 4, 5, 5, 5, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5 ]

[ "The entrance makes you feel like you just came to a take out place, but the further you walk to the back the more you feel like in a tavern in Greece. I believe the place is family owned and run. Last time we went with a greek friend who just moved to Philadelphia from Athens recently and he thought it was better than the average restaurant back home in Greece. So much about authenticity! Its location makes it a great place for the locals living behind the art museum and you always have the feeling there are many regulars, people know each other. Simple, straight forward, great food, you are not rushed and it is definitely good for a group of people. Sharing is easy and delicious. 4 stars only, so that no one expects the hype. If you are looking for a low key place with great, authentic greek food in a family atmosphere, add the fifth and go - but don't block my table! BYOB.", "I haven't been here in a few years, but I was pretty hungry and stopped in here for dinner last night. I got the octopus plate which was quite awesome. Rice, vegetables, potatoes mixed up with slices of octopus. It was very, very tasty. My only complaint about the meal was that there wasn't more. I finished off the meal with a desert I forget how to pronounce. It was like shredded wheat, but much more tasty. Every time I go here I leave nice and satisfied.", "Zorba's FRIGGIN RULES. As a Fairmount resident, I always passed by this place with great skepticism given its understated facade and its cheesy \"college pizzeria\" type of menus that I would get in the mail from them, yet I heard such rave reviews that I finally had to see for myself. I went on a blustery night with my mom and a bottle of wine and we were treated cordially and brought back to the surprisingly charming, though windowless dining room in the back. Everything we ordered was SPOT ON and delicious and the service was great. I would recommend the grilled octopus and the charred whole fish, as well as the saganaki. Can't wait to go back!!!", "I've been to Zorba's twice now and had good food both times. The exterior does suggest a cheesy college town version of a Greek restaurant. However the food is anything but mediocre. On my last trip I had a soutsoukis pita sandwich and a greek salad. The Greek salad had an abundance of vegetables, a flavorful dressing, and delicious olives(watch out for the pits!). The soutsoukis pita sandwich was good, if a bit messy. The waiter was very attentive and filled my water numerous times. My only complaint was that it took a little long to get my sandwich, considering that there were not that many people in the restaurant.", "i knew i would love this place, i just knew it. \nmy parents and i went here on sunday for an early dinner after seeing the Frida exhibit at PMofA (which was wonderful). we got 3 different veggie dinner platters- mixed veggies, stuffed tomato and peppers, and an articoke lemon rice dish. everything was wonderfully seasoned, fresh, warm, filling, healthy, and satisfying. the plates came out full and left empty. we ate it all, we just could not stop. the stuffed tomatoe and pepper dish was my fav bc it had herb rice and feta and mixed spiced veggies. but i cant wait to go back and try the eggplant dishes next. they also serve warm bread with your meal wich was helpful at sopping up the oils and spices. everything was priced pretty reasonably i think esp if you share. i think two of the dinner dishes were 10 and one was 7. but thats the veggie dinner platters, which are usually cheaper. \nok so the reason i didnt give it another star (and i would have given it another half star mind you) is simply bc the waitress was rude but in a \"this is my joint\" old school way. so i dont really fault her for it but i was sorta annoyed by it bc i was with my parents and had suggested we eat here. so that was sorta a bum out for me. and she didnt offer to refill my diet coke, which could have meant that they dont give free refills. either way, not cool. \nbut ill def go back, esp to try some of the simplier food and quick bites.", "Zorba's is by far the best Greek restaurant in the city. Being Greek myself I have tried them all - Dimitri's is still my fav restaurant in the city but I do not consider it truly Greek - more Mediterranean.\n\nZorba's on the other hand is pure old school Greek. My father was born in Greece and every time we go to Zorba's he ends up in the kitchen talking 100 miles in hour in Greek with everyone working there. The food is amazing - the decor could use some work but here it is all about the food. The spicy feta dip is unreal. If you are a meat eater you have to get the char grilled platter - it is meant for 2 but I always order it myself just so I can bring a bunch home. Even the bread they bring to the table is amazing. Being that it is BYOB the checks are always delightfully lower.", "What a deceiving restaurant! I live in Fairmount and have passed by this place countless times. Do not let the facade fool you. The inside has a very authentic, charming feel about it. The wait staff was friendly and attentive. We ordered the cold appetizer combo which was delicious! The pita bread was fresh and still warm. For dinner we shared the grilled meat platter which was amazing and plentiful! We were so full by the time we left! I'm more than happy I gave this little spot a chance. I will be looking forward to my next meal here!", "This place is great, prices are very reasonable, gyros super tasting, salad was fresh and tasty. My kids claim the calamari was the best we had on our week long trip back east (and they were experts at this point) the Frappe - a cold coffee drink - is not to be missed, lunchtime - get the gyro pita sandwich thing its great, service can be a bit off but hey that can be the Greek way!", "I love Zorba's food and excellent service. Zorba's is a great authentic Greek BYOB with an unbelievably pleasant staff. One of my favorite things is everyone greeting you when you enter and exit. The kitchen and waiting staff (all family I have gathered) all say hello, goodbye, and thank you. The food is always consistent and superior. 4 out of 5 because the interior needs a little updating.", "I live around the corner from this place and was very surprised about all the positive review here. I went back last week to see if anything had changed: Unfortunately not: The food and service are both average at best. Apart from the normal grill platers and gyro many authentic greek dishes are missing. The food generally tastes warmed up and is greasy. The gyros is not fresh from the skewer and tough, the fries are not crisp and are made from potato dough the filled eggplant was overcooked and had a texture like it was previously frozen." ]

[ 4, 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 4, 4, 4, 1 ]

[ "Wow this lunch was incredible! This is only the second time I have had Indian food and this was so much better! The first time everything was so hot I could not eat it.\n\nToday is their first day in business. Since I don't eat Indian food very often I asked for help. The owner came around and explained everything to us. The different meat, curries, toppings and sauces. \n\nI ordered the naan tacos which you get two. The first one i picked the Tandoori chicken with the madras curry and topped it with shredded carrots and cilantro. The second I choose the Masala lamb and the saag curry topped with tomato and cilantro. That one was my favorite! Love it! I have never eaten anything like it. I decided to eat them with a fork and not like a taco. \n\nI also ordered a chicken samosas and a masala samosas. They reminded me of an egg roll but did not taste like one. I got the tangy tamarind chutney to dip them in. They were both really good. The masala samosas was filled with potatoes and that is the traditional. They said the chicken samosas you will only find there. \n\nFor drinks they have a few different options. I went with a fountain soda but they also have lassi. I had to google to find out what it was, \"a sweet or savory Indian drink made from a yogurt or buttermilk base with water\" \nSo there you go!! They also carry some beer and wines.\n\nThank you to the owner for being so nice and helping us figure out what to try. We will be back!", "We stumbled upon this place, lucky for us it is their opening day and all food is complimentary. The flavors are authentic, the concept is fresh. Indian build your own \"fast food.\" No compromising on fresh ingredients and flavor here. The chicken was seasoned expertly. My daughter had it with the vindaloo curry, which is the spiciest option. The spice level was comfortable for someone who enjoys spicy flavors. I had the Samosa chat style, vegetarian option. Come on down and give them a try, the combinations you can create are endless.\nI took off 1 star because they need more vegan protein and curry options.", "Paneer tikka rice bowl aka the chipotle burrito bowl with an Indian twist! Amazing concept and amazing food at tandoor and tikka!", "When you walk in the door there are 4 rickshaw's as booths to sit at. Wood tables and metal stools. Ok now to the counter. The food is in steam tables so you can pick what you want. Ok never ate Indian food before(like me) they will help you. The owner came over and helped us. Very friendly him and his father own the restaurant. \n Choose your style-\n Naanwich\n Naan Tacos (2)\n Naan Pizza\n Rice bowl\nThen your protein-then your curries and toppings and a sauce. Sounds easy it is. \nOk the rice bowl -two big scoops of rice two scoops of Tandoori Chicken and topped it off with Madras sauce then the topping cheese-carrots-sprouts and cilantro. Then I chose a sauce Tangy Tamarind Chutney it was really good it would be good on just the rice. I can say now I ate Indian food\nand really liked it. \nThe staff was friendly but the management was even better. I will be back.", "Delicious god. Had a naan pizza with tandoori chicken and tikka masala sauce. Delicious. It's like the chipotle of Indian food. I wish I lived in town, because I would come here often. Come out and support.", "We were in town for a conference and looking for a local place to eat. We saw that they were brand new and we were craving Indian food and decided to dropped in. It's a fun, fast, inexpensive and easy spot. Enjoyable for lovers of Indian food and for those new to it. Great lunch spot!!", "We loved this great new concept area near the IUPUI campus! We walked in an ordered the rice bowl which is what I always get at chipotle and Qdoba. The chicken and lamb were amazing and the they let us get half sag and Tikka Marsala. We loaded it up with toppings and also some interesting sauces. I would definitely recommend!", "Really great food! I got the naan tacos and my fiancé got the naan pizza. The people there are so friendly and willing to help answer questions and give suggestions. \n\nI gave the restaurant 4 stars, because, though the food was delicious, my naan tacos were not warm and the naan was a bit hard. That being said, it was only their second day open and the flavor on everything was delicious. I look forward to going back and trying again. I appreciated the recommendation on the sauces I received, as they were delicious!\n\nMy fiancé's pizza was put into the oven for a few minutes and it was hot when received. Holy moly - the pizza was amazing! We'll DEFINITELY be back, especially for that!\n\nGreat flavors, lots of options.", "Tandoor & Tikka is great, new, local fast-casual restaurant (think Chipotle format with delicious Indian food). We loved the naan pizzas, the samosas, lassi, and the house-made sauces (try the peanut sauce). The pizza is delicious and very filling. They have several vegetarian options and lots of great toppings (try the sprouts). The staff was friendly, the food was fresh and delicious, and we had a great experience. We'll definitely be back soon!", "If there's one thing I love, it's Indian food. Patience is a virtue that I am still acquiring. Fortunately, for all of us inpatient, Indian food-loving souls, there's a new kid on the block. Tandoor & Tikka is a locally owned, fast-casual, modern Indian restaurant. With food served in a similar fashion to Moe's, Qdoba, or Chipotle, one doesn't have to wait long for a sumptuous meal. Plus, where else in Indianapolis can one experience the tastes of India in booths made from retired rickshaws?\n\nLocated near IUPUI, Tandoor & Tikka is a medium-sized, reasonably priced eatery. The owner explained to me he created the restaurant's concept as a project for his MBA program. He must have been a stellar student. Tandoor & Tikka is a concept that works, and I won't be surprised if it becomes a larger chain. It should - the world deserves it!\n\nTandoor & Tikka is a modern Indian eatery. While one won't order from a traditional Indian menu, aspects of your favorite dishes are re-created into rice bowls, sandwiches, tacos, and pizzas. One won't find a chicken tikka masala pizza anywhere else in the city. While the menu appears small, the possibilities​ are myriad. As for me, I ordered a tandoori chicken bowl, topped with vindaloo, jalapenos​, cilantro, carrots, minty-cilantro chutney, onion chutney, and yogurt chutney. What a delicious​ mouthful! My temptation got the best of me when I saw the samosas. I tried the chicken variety, and I'm glad I did. Deep fried goodness! The portion sizes are decent, especially for the price. One will be full after a meal here, and if not, just order more!\n\nTandoor & Tikka, bless your heart. You are awesome. I'm very excited to be a part of your future endeavors!" ]

[ 5, 4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 5, 4, 5, 5 ]

[ "This place recently came up on GrubHub (not sure if it is new, or just new to GH), but it seemed to have a great selection, including fish tacos, so I thought I'd give it a try. NEVER AGAIN. My order was over an hour late; it came 2 hours after I originally ordered it. I've found that calling restaurants who are running late is more effective than calling GrubHub, but not in this case. When I called I explained to the person on the other end that my order was over an hour late. They asked for me address and said, \"He left already\" - then hung up on me. I proceeded to call GH and thankfully they refunded my money, but when the order did come it was awful. The fish tacos were ice cold. The sour cream that I asked for on the side was non-existent. And the pico de gallo did not come with any chips. I've never ordered pico from any mexican place where the chips were not included...but checked their menu again to see if perhaps chips were an additional item. Nope. They just plain forgot the chips. So I can't tell you if the pico was good or not, because I had nothing to eat it with.\n\nBottom line...there are a dozen or more excellent mexican places in the area to order from. Steer clear of this one.", "Had I read the previous review I probably wouldn't have eaten from this restaurant. But I'm glad I didn't read it, because the food here was excellent. I too saw this place on grubhub and decided to give it a go. The estimated delivery was about an hour, but the food actually showed up in about 35 minutes. The deliveryman was very polite and affable. \n\nThe food? Pretty damn good. I ordered the pechuga poblana, and my roommate the chicken burrito. If you don't know what pechuga poblana is, look it up. It's a classic mexican dish from Puebla, and when done right it's phenomenal. We also got an order of the guacamole. \n\nThe only reason I'm not giving this place 5 stars is that a small piece of the chicken in my pechuga poblana was tough and over cooked. The rest of it was excellent with a tasty, somewhat spicy poblana sauce inundating the entire meal. It comes with rice, beans, tortillas, and some cheese - oaxacan I think. Or maybe queso fresco. \n\nThe guacamole was great too. Not too chunky but definitely not a boring paste. Could have used some more lime, but I may have an unreasonable desire for the citrus. The chips, though, were perfect. Obviously fried in-house, and the perfect thickness. \n\nI only had a bite of the burrito, but that was pretty good. My roommate inhaled it and said that it was \"awesome.\" \n\nSo there you have it - a couple diametrically opposed reviews to start this restaurant off. I'm not doubting that the previous reviewer had a bad experience, but maybe they are very new and were working out the kinks? Who knows. All I do know is that I'll be going back and trying some more of the lesser-known traditional dishes.", "Came to eat with my friends. Didn't know what to expect. Wasn't disappointed, wonderful addition to a rebounding neighborhood. Friendly staff, great selection, authentic Mexican food. Would recommend.", "Excellent service and great quality for the price. Definitely the best new local Mexican spot.", "Food is good, service is friendly. I would recommend the pollo poblano or the Chile relleno.", "Earlier today I diagnosed myself with anemia. I've been tired for weeks and I was getting a headache, so I decided to treat myself with a pork burrito. (Or maybe I just wanted an excuse to eat some meat) \n\nI ordered the poblano burrito on grubhub and picked it up a couple minutes later. And holy crap--this place is the definition of a hole in the wall. The place was empty, the steps out front are a little jankity, and the sign could use some cleaning. If I had known what the restaurant looked like there's no way I would have ordered from here, but I am so glad I did! \n\nThe poblano burrito was filled with delicious pulled pork, chunks of pineapple, rice, beans, and avocado. It also came with red and green sauces on the side, but those definitely weren't necessary. \n\nEl Sabor Poblano is my new go-to Mexican restaurant. #poblanoforlife", "Second time I've come here and I want to give it more stars but some work needs to be done: according to the menu the burritos are supposed to have pico de gallo- it was missing. The tostadas were flavorless as was the burrito; ceviche tostadas sound amazing but the fish and shrimp were bland. The first time I had the pastor tacos and they were great.", "Our friends brought us here last night. Definitely a hole in the wall, but pretty tasty. Plates are huge and prices are good. Our table ordered a variety of dishes and they were all great. The only complaint is that service is a little slow. Will be back!", "Went with a group of five. My only complaints were the service was a tad slow and the queso fresco was string-y. Otherwise I will be going back.\n\nIm from California and can be a guacamole snob. Theirs is excellent. Pork tacos had amazing flavor. My friend had a huarache and it was spectacular.\n\nThe staff was super friendly and accommodating. They took the time to explain the menu and some different entrees unique to them. The free margaritas mix was also clutch. \n\nGreat hole in the wall. Delicious food. Friendly staff. Will go back for sure.", "The menu is outstanding -- some great ceviche, fish taco, and other seafood options you won't find at any other taqueria in town. Great balance of flavors and big portions. Servers are friendly, too." ]

[ 1, 4, 5, 4, 4, 5, 2, 4, 4, 5 ]

[ "Monday, April 30, 2012 - Noon - \n\nAfter nearly two years, council approved the sale of 1 W. State St by a 4-3 vote to restaurateur Claudio Sandolo. Sandolo also owns Spasso Italian Grill in Old City, Philadelphia. The building at State and Jackson streets previous tenant was Brodeur's Restaurant who vacated in Nov. 2009. Prior to that was The New Orleans Café. This building's history includes the post office through the 1960's and use as the borough hall into the 1990s.\nI previously dined here when Brodeur's occupied the space. I enjoyed the outdoor patio situated along the wall. \nThe inside of Spasso is clean, bright, with brick-colored paint. I ate facing an opened semicircle doorway leading to additional dining space. I viewed two fans revolving from the ceiling where typically the iconic paddled ceiling fan would rest. \n\nI ordered the escarole soup and pork sandwich. While waiting, I was served delicious complimentary bread with a dish of roasted peppers (red and green), zucchini, artichokes, and onions. The escarole soup with over-sized meatballs was good. The pork sandwich had slivers of provolone - also good. \nMusic gently filled the room from the 1960's. The music genres switched reciprocally from Italian to light jazz. An artist sampling include: Jerry Vale, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, and Bobby Rydell. \n\nThe service was quite good and accommodating.\n\nSpasso Italian Grill in Media opened about two weeks ago. I'm hoping they're here longer than the previous occupants.", "We dined there last week. It was busy but not a madhouse. We had drinks at the bar while we waited for a table. There were 3 bartenders behind a small-to-average sized bar. It still took 15 minutes to have our order taken and get a drink. Huh? \nThe server was nice but inconsistent. The food was great, but I don't think I would go again. It didn't compare to the Spasso in Philly.", "We loved everything. Our service was great, the food was outstanding. We were not rushed even though they were hopping. They accommodated requests for extra bread ( that came w an excellent veggie caponata / bruschetta). Dessert was delicious. We will definitely go back.", "Very slow service. Noisy inside. Good food. Better places to dine in Media.\n\nFriday night around 8:00 PM we arrived. Since they don't take reservations, we needed to wait. No problem, it was a nice evening. We sat outside - nice view of street scene. We gave our appetizer and entree orders at the same time.\n\nI wouldn't say they were busy but It took over 30 minutes to get our appetizer. It wasn't a special order - just a large plate of mixed antipasti. We asked for a second basket of bread mentioning to the server we were anxiously awaiting our appetizer. They served bruschetta with the bread, BTW. My daughter finally found our waiter and complained. Another 10 minutes and it arrived. It was very good but 30 minutes for a cold platter? \n\nWe went inside to have our entrees because it was getting chilly. Another 30 minute wait for our entrees. I don't know why but it was extremely noisy - very difficult to talk. By that time it was about 9:00 and about half full of diners. Usually a place with high ceilings doesn't have such a problem. \n\nThe veal parmigiana was good as was the gnocchi gorgonzola.\nThe veal porcini was good. The fish special was fresh and tasty.\nfish special\n\nDesert was OK at best. I have tasted better creme brulee - it was room temperature and did not taste like it was scratch made. The cannoli was nicely decorated and tasty.\n\nOverall, a so-so experience. The staff was either inexperienced or clueless as to our needs. Do not sit inside if you don't like noise.", "Spasso is a great new Media dining destination, with awesome Italian food to match it's warm, modern ambience. I've eaten dinner here twice, and expect to return over and over. So far I've tried 3 pasta dishes (including my husband's): I loved their fusilli with an earthy, complex-tasting bacon onion tomato sauce - I ordered this dish b/c I was looking for a simple carbo loading dish a couple nights before the Broad Street Run- and was surprised how tasty it was, and a bargain at $13! Last night i had their Thursday night pasta special, a wide tube pasta with meatballs, and DH had the linguini with sepia (fresh cuttlefish, which is like calamari-who knew!) -- our waiter said all pastas except penne are made from scratch-- they definitely tasted fresh, with a perfect bite and texture. Also tried their hot & cold antipasto, featuring both grilled and fried calamari, plus a nicely varied assortment of cheese, olives, roasted peppers, and cured meats. The grilled calamari was perfectly charred, the fried was crisp and hot, without any greasi- or sogginess-wonderful!! Their walnut goat cheese salad was generous, even when split for 2, the greens fresh and perfectly dressed with a homemade vinagrette (not the cloyingly sweet bottled variety i hate) and wholewalnut halves that even seemed fresher than the normal out-of-bag grocery variety. It was outstanding. Split a tiramisu, which was perfect in every way. \n\nMy only criticisms, so far, are of the caponata, bread, olive oil and butter (the free stuff, so I can't complain too much!) they bring before the meal: The caponata is a pretty tasteless mix of sauteed (not roasted) chopped peppers - it could really be jazzed up with some red pepper flakes and garlic. The olive oil they serve is also tasteless, like non-evoo you \"might\" cook with; the butter comes in the plastic single serve mini- tubs you might get at Denny's; and the bread, tho fresh and soft, seems like little more than a hoagie bun sliced up... These things seem cheap and bland and therefore out of sync with the rest of the great menu Spasso offers.", "Great atmosphere, excellent service, delicious food. We were seated right away, and greeted by a server immediately.", "enjoyed a terrific dinner \"al fresco\" last night for my birthday with the family. had a terrific evening and wonderful food. this is the 4th time my wife and i have been there and each time the food has been either very good or frankly great. had the Veal last night for the 1st time and it was tender and flavorful. the belvedere martini alongside it was even better. 2 issues to point out. lower the volume on the \"sam and anna\" show outside because it was annoying big time. secondly, either upgrade the mussels to the\"prince edward\" variety served at Ariana or drop them from the menu. that's it. what a great addition to the media dining scene", "With great anticipation, we went there for dinner Saturday night. They don't take reservations so we made sure to get there around 6:30, just as the early birds were leaving. Immediately seated at our cramped table, we waited about 10 minutes before our drink order was taken. Some 10 or so minutes later, we ordered dinner.\n\nI had high hopes for Spasso but they were quickly dashed when the appetizers arrived. Stuffed artichoke where they used the inedible outer leaves of the artichoke? Caesar salad with no anchovies? Not an auspicious beginning...\n\nOur main courses arrived. I got the veal parm. One piece was decent but the other piece was so thin it was way overcooked - looked and felt like cardboard. The accompanying pasta tasted old and was very undercooked. \n\nAn Italian restaurant that cannot cook pasta properly?!?! Wow!\n\nWine list is cheap and thin. No draft beers. My cosmo was quite good, though.\n\nAll in all, a very meh meal. I expected more.", "My husband and I dined at Spasso in Media last night. it was our anniversary dinner, and it was delicious.We had to wait about 25 minutes for our table, so we sat outside with our cocktails,and watched the throngs of people streaming in to the restaurant.\nThe staff was busy, but efficient and friendly. we started with roasted peppers and arancini,which were delicious.For our entrees,I had the Chicken with a balsamic reduction and my hubby had the spinach ravioli. \nThey were served piping hot and the grilled veggies on the side were done to perfection. Even with a slamming busy restaurant, our dinner was perfect. We finished with an eclair stuffed with vanilla gelato and tiramisu. we never get desert out. it was so good.\nLoved Spasso and we will be back!!", "Sorry -- just not good. I have finally created a yelp account JUST for Spasso. Went on a Sunday for some wine and small plates. The hostess greeted us with seeming confusion that patrons were looking to be seated. After some group consultations, the staff settled on a room in which to place us.\n\nThe wines by the glass are listed solely by varietal, not by vintner or winery. So I had the unknown Riesling. Sweeter and fruitier than expected, but with no other markings, expectations were unfounded, I suppose.\n\nWe ordered Arancini, grilled calamari, cold antipasto plate, and broccoli rabe. Arancini: fine, but not as good as Ariano a couple of blocks away. The sauce was reasonably good. Some pathetic lettuce leaves were presented nearby. Calamari: kind of scorched, and absolutely tasteless. Antipasto: basically everything you could get from a jar from the fridge: marinated mushrooms, a coupe of slices of deli salami, some dry end slices of prosciutto (really, how do you mess up this fine product?), again some wilted and sad pieces of lettuce, some slices of fresh mozzarella that were really not special, and some roasted red peppers that were from a big food service jar. Finally, the broccoli rabe was also pretty bland. Not much garlic, kind of soggy, not well seasoned, and nothing to entice you. Presentaiton is about a 0 out of 9 too -- the arancin were just rolling around a big plate, and the calamari were just slapped on a big dinner plate all alone.\n\nIt was all disappointing. These are supposed to be the tasty delicacies that constitute Italian cooking. Instead, we could have taken our money across the street to Trader Joe's and gotten fresher, better versions of the same items.\n\nPositives: fast service (even those next to us who ordered full dinners at the same time got it in no time), convenient location, nice building. (Then again, this building hasn't housed a serviceable restaurant in the 12 years we've been in the area.) Dinner dishes might be a lot better. And maybe the B team gets Sundays. But, this time, simple appetizers were uniformly disappointing; we regret having tried this place at all." ]

[ 4, 2, 5, 2, 4, 4, 4, 2, 5, 1 ]

[ "Danny Boy Beer Work's tasting room just opened (the grand opening is this coming weekend from what one of the employees mentioned) but it looks like it's going to be an amazing spot. I met a client here for drinks and once I navigated the confusing roundabouts and found the place (in the middle of a \"planned development\") I was impressed.\n\nThe interior is great - industrial, for sure but very thoughtfully designed. I like the reused beer bottle light fixtures and the fact that the brewing equipment is featured prominently in the space - not behind glass or hidden away. They've got big roll-up garage doors which will make this place absolutely delightful on a warm day. On the ground floor, there's space for about 90 and then there's a smaller second floor with space for about 45. The upper level is intended to be more \"family friendly\" and would make a great place for a private event.\n\nIn terms of beer, they've got 4-6 of their beers on tap at any time and more than 20 \"guest taps\" which range from Coors Light to Belgian Trippels. Craft beer lovers will be very happy here as the offerings are varied but high quality (except for the Coors Light which I assume is offered for people without taste buds). I went with their house Ginger Witte which was light, refreshing and very easy to drink. House beers are $5 for a pint and guest taps range from $7-8 depending on alcohol content.\n\nWine is also available but for the moment, only by the bottle. I think that will change once they open up their full service kitchen. All of the employees we interacted with were really friendly, excited about their new space and happy to tell us what they've got planned for the future.\n\nIt's kind of an odd location (middle of a residential super-suburban area) but definitely a place worth checking out!", "You want some great beer?? Great atmosphere and an awesome brewery?? This is your spot!!\n\nThe building is a new construction on the corner of Rhettsbury & Meeting House Road in the Village of West Clay. It is an open industrial warehouse style building. 4 huge overhead doors open up to the nice downtown area with outdoor seating and music. The interior is very spacious with mostly high tops and bar seating. For family and relaxed dining the upper balcony is the place to be. You can overlook whats going on below or watch some TV while hanging out. The open ceiling and metal walls really give it a industrial feel! There are plenty of TV's down here as well for all viewing angles. One really cool thing is you are actually sitting right next to the brewing equipment, and when the guys are there working you can watch them and chat directly with them.\nThe food menu has not been set yet and the kitchen just opened so i cannot comment on that yet. will update once available. But if you do want something to eat while you are here Greeks Pizzeria is across the street and will take orders and deliver to Danny Boy.\n\nLets talk about BEER! \n\nOriginals, always on tap here and at Brockway\nDanny Boy Black IPA\nTraining Day (APA)\nMac Daddy (Scottish Ale)\nGinger Witte (Urban Wheat)\n\nNew/seasonal/specials\nRock-n-Rolla (IPA)\nDanny Brau (American Amber)\nBoston Asphalt (this is the Black IPA infused with Jameson French Oak Chips)\nDanny Boy Imperial Red Ale\nDanny Boy IPA Firkin (Rock-n-Rolla infused with peach and raspberry)\n\nI will first have to say if you like a Black IPA, this is the best one in town, and i believe one of the first. Its amazing! If you are feeling extra special get the Boston Asphalt, great flavors! \nTraining Day is my go to, never fails it will be good APA.\nThe Rock-n-Rolla is brand new and amazing!!! \nGinger Witte and Mac Daddy are also very good and very popular. \nTheir are 10 Danny Boy taps and 30 guest taps with a great selection to choose from. You can't go wrong here!\nyou can get growlers filled and take home your favorite DB beer!!\n\nThe staff here is great and hard working. You can get personal tour of the brew portion of the building with insight on how it works and why they made the beers the way they did!!\n\nIf you do ever see Kevin (tall and bald) the owner, introduce yourself. He is a great guy and loves to talk about beer. He also owns Brockway Pub, where you can also always find Danny Boy beer on tap.\n\nSo the only hard part is getting up to the place ;-) but once your there you won't want to leave.", "First impressions while driving to Danny Boy: Are we in the right place? Man, it's dark out here in the suburbs! Holy crap did you see that house we just passed! Maybe I should have worn something nicer then flannel? \n\nWalking into Danny Boy: Impressive! Loved the architectural details: large Irish pub style doors, beer bottle lighting, large garage doors that will provide an indoor outdoor feel in warmer months, a large stone-top bar that goes on for miles, lots of shiny stainless steel, sexy looking fermentation tanks that want to be seen and can be seen. \n\nBeer is excellent! Loved the Danny Boy Black IPA & Boston Asphalt (Black IPA aged with Jameson Chips). I am not a huge Witbier drinker but the Miss Ginger Witte surprised me. I can see myself easy drinking that tasty beverage in the Summer. \n\nI admit, I felt the location was a little odd (at first) in the heart of Village of West Clay however, I love the sense of community. It makes me wish we could all have breweries, in our neighborhoods, in the suburbs. It would be a great way to get to know our neighbors or have those hard conversations. Hey Jim & Susie, we've been meaning to talk to you about your lawn gnome collection. It may be getting out of hand. Let's meet over beers at our neighborhood brewery to discuss? First round is on me. I am sure that conversation would go much smoother. \n\nThe staff are very helpful and friendly. They did a wonderful job opening night taking care of guests (they were packed). Can't wait to come back on a normal night. \n\nNotes: Love the upper level where families with kids can hang out. Downstairs is for 21 and older. Food is available for purchase. Greeks Pizza (across the street) will deliver to Danny Boy. In warmer months the garage doors will open to provide pet-friendly patio seating. \n\nI agree with Ian B. the hard part is getting there but once your there you won't want to leave.", "Awesome beers.. Location is even better. It has the feel of a fire house station. Concrete floors, garage doors everywhere, sheet metal panel walls. All around an A+", "The beer is ok. The growler fills are $15 which is WAY too high considering Sun King is half that price for a growler fill ($6.50). They sometimes have guest taps but their house beers run about $5 a pint. The Pale and IPA are adequate but nothing spectacular. \n\nNow for the review of the establishment. It is owned by the same owner as Brockway Public House, so if you ever had the bad service there, you know what you are in for.\n\nI've been twice. First thing is that they usually have too few staff members to cater to the crowd. One server behind the bar was right in front of me, looked at me. The saw a lady she knew and helped her. Then the lady proceeded to cut right in front of me to order. The waitress looked again at me? When I ordered the beer was out and foam sprayed and landed on me and the counter in front of me. The waitress just threw the towel at me and I cleaned myself up, but also had to clean the mess in front of me on the bar. \nI would only go here to meet some friends. Otherwise, I'm going to Pizzology in the same complex that has friendly staff and usually good beer.", "They serve no food but appetizers, which are ridiculously expensive. Their service is horrendous, and they wanted to charge $7 for coors light. Never going back. Such a disappointment.", "Everything about this place is amazing! The feel inside is unlike any other bar or brewery in the area and there are always new beers to try. All of the Danny Boy beers are delicious and the staff is super friendly and helpful. The kitchen is open now and the appetizers are great as well, or you can always order a pizza from Greeks across the street and they bring it right over. We have never had better customer service or an overall better experience at any other restaurant or bar!! Everyone needs to come here and try it at least once!", "Awesome place to drink a beer!! The feel about Danny Boy is unlike any other bar that I have been to. The garage doors open during those nice days to allow a nice breeze to come in. You can also see where they actually brew their own craft beer on site. \n\nThe staff is very friendly and knowledgable about all the beers that are on tap. They also have a variety of other guest taps on hand. The food is delicious! They have a limited menu to start, but have been told this will expand during the next few months. I recommend their Nachos with chicken! \n\nThey also have a family friendly area upstairs for the kids and those under 21. Lots of TV's downstairs as well as upstairs to enjoy watching your favorite sports team. \n\nI think everyone should stop by Danny Boy and support your local brewer!!!!", "This place has a lot going for it, but I worry for their success. They're tucked away in the Village of West Clay. Unfortunately this means it's not a straight shot from any major roads, so I can see how folks would think it's hard to find. The upside of that is they do have a small but wealthy and loyal \"captive audience\" of people who can stumble after a night here.\n\nThe other negative is that, as of right now, the food options seem to consist of getting Greek's Pizza delivered from across the street. It's just a little bit of a clunky setup, and isn't all that well indicated. I assume this is being worked on, but if not, it should be.\n\nOn to the good things. The Danny Boy beer, itself is very good. I ended up liking the varieties I tried quite a bit, and better than most of the other beers on tap I tried. And I tried a lot. Another big plus was the tenders were all fun, very generous with samples, and did a good job keeping everyone in my party topped off. They just need to build on this and they'll be in good shape.", "My husband and I first walked in and were skeptical. But no more! This place is great! Service is awesome and beer is the best around. We cannot wait for summer to ride our bikes and enjoy the beer, service and atmosphere! Hopefully the food trucks will follow and add to the experience!" ]

[ 4, 5, 4, 5, 2, 1, 5, 5, 4, 5 ]