fall-restaurants-training.json

{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "auESFwWvW42h6alXgFxAXQ", "review_id": "fFSoGV46Yxuwbr3fHNuZig", "text": "Yes this place is a little out dated and not opened on the weekend. But other than that the staff is always pleasant and fast to make your order. Which is always spot on fresh veggies on their hoggies and other food. They also have daily specials and ice cream which is really good. I had a banana split they piled the toppings on. They win pennysaver awards ever years i see why.", "business_id": "5UmKMjUEUNdYWqANhGckJw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-31", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "WzaaorVCmUTQvu4mScunNg", "review_id": "P120Ggfd56fMHc_hxJFLYQ", "text": "My friend and i stopped in yesterday for breakfast. We originally came to Carnegie to eat at another new breakfast spot, but they had an hour wait and we had some retail therapy to handle stat. Gab & Eat crossed my mind since i had bookmarked it on yelp.. over 2 years ago. \n\nThere was a tiny wait here.. about 2 couples in front of us. Finally 2 seats at the bar opened up and we decided to eat there.\n\nSurprisingly we both ordered the same thing.. mixed grill. Mine had sausage links and she decided on bacon. \n\nIt was a blast watching all the food being made right before our eyes. Giant club sandwiches, super thick pancakes, eggs eggs and more eggs.. it was a fun time. \n\nThe restaurant is literally a hole in the wall but had good customer service and delicious food. \n\nMy only complaint is that i ordered my mixed grill with cheese. I thought it was going to be shredded cheddar, but they put 3 slices of american on it. Eh i'll know better next time.", "business_id": "b9WZJp5L1RZr4F1nxclOoQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wW6WVbMCUz67rkp5QEUCmA", "review_id": "rLu8rZld3tN3QXGICMduZQ", "text": "Once upon a time, Papa J's was a great place to eat. Great food and knowledgeable wait staff.\nUnfortunately, after a couple of very unsatisfactory meals we will not be going back. \nLooking for a great Italian meal? Look elsewhere.", "business_id": "P1fJb2WQ1mXoiudj8UE44w", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TBOOaVf015v-HOFTXatjeg", "review_id": "nzvWid6ssDbZBqFKBbgD1g", "text": "I gave D&B 4 stars because our waiter was very geniune and nice! The place has definitely changed over the years, becoming a very pricey venue. The food was mediocre. The fries were cold and the sliders were subpar, almost like White Castles from the freezer section in most grocery stores. My buffalo wings were rather tough. As for the games, they were mostly the same, but included a lot of the newer 'app' style games like flappy bird. Skeeball and Free throw were still fun, along with the coin drop machines. But, wow, we went through $50 of games really fast. The gift section is full of fun tchotchkes and prizes if you pay enough to rack up the points! Nevertheless, it is still a great destination to celebrate any special occasion with family, friends or coworkers.", "business_id": "sbW8qHJgzEIH42B0S-3New", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tC62PSePYtPwSKc6Asf7rQ", "review_id": "1zA6E42lsskpOyKHByEdwA", "text": "Came with my BF we started with the crab artichoke dip. It was very greasy and had virtually no crab. The wedge salad was good and crisp. I had the hazelnut crusted chicken. This has to be one of the worst dishes I've ever had it was like pancake syrup over breaded chicken. To finish the meal we had the homemade chocolate chip cookies served with hot fudge. Well there was no hot fudge it was chocolate syrup the ice cream was so crystallized from melting and re-freezing all around disappointing.", "business_id": "McikHxxEqZ2X0joaRNKlaw", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "DLu1Bum8EXNE62xno-v0VA", "review_id": "COCO_g8fJzv1NiDqoNKgpg", "text": "I don't frequent Bar Louie, and I really don't plan to change that any time soon. I've eaten here and stopped in for drinks a couple times over the years and I just haven't been super impressed by the place.\n\nThe food has been decent - a few years back I splurged on an enormous fried chicken sandwich and definitely enjoyed it, glutton that I am - but their meals and appetizers alike have admittedly never \"wowed\" me. And while I enjoy their cocktails and would consider stopping in just for drinks more often, the problem is that things are way overpriced here. Even during the happy hour drinks are pretty costly, not to mention that I think most of the drinks I personally like don't qualify for the happy hour discount, which is disappointing. Once I stopped in with friends after a movie and one drink cost me $10 here. Not even a large one, either! Sorry, but I find that to be kind of ridiculous, especially since there's cheaper places to get drinks in the area.\n\nStill, the food and drinks are definitely a-ok albeit overpriced, so this place would be rated 3 stars in my mind IF I could hear myself think when I eat here. But good Lord, they're just so loud! I always leave with a sore throat from yelling to make myself heard. Not cool, Bar Louie. Not cool.\n\nSo while the food and drinks are fine enough the loud venue and prices mean that this is definitely not one of my favorite places - and given the other options we have at the Waterfront I don't expect to be back in any time soon.", "business_id": "EoAY1JSVeJriBzId8lUQwQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AQh5QraVFN01ONF7XY3DIw", "review_id": "ODNGRW_ztYIBrXXYBByjNQ", "text": "Stopped in for lunch on a Sunday , small crowed for 12:30 on a football day , our server was very friendly , took 5 try's before I found a beer that they had in stock but we made it , I'm crazy when it comes to craft beers and trying the selection you have but keep them in stock it's not that hard anymore , had the 2 for $12.99 , I had the Chicago classic and Italian salad both out standing salad was very large and pizza was just the right size for a lunch , all in all great place for lunch just buy some beer", "business_id": "6p9TlP2I8S4agxYMNFSDjg", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "UD7Y1CqfY6mDmRwIuCf6nA", "review_id": "feDKgj_o3yf7zXZhFIbBJg", "text": "This use to be my go to Panera Bread.  When I worked in the area I would stop here before work to grab my breakfast and then stop to get my lunch as well.  I was happy when I left the area and moved on to bigger and better things.  My waist also appreciated it.  Those scones are delicious.\n\nI recently stopped back here when I was shopping and was pleasantly surprised.  With all my new allergies I came in here hoping to get some bread.  Not knowing, nor doing my homework before I showed up, I asked the manager if one particular bread had corn syrup in it or not.  Not knowing the answer herself, she was kind enough to pull out a binder that contained all of their recipes, ingredients included.  After looking through it for a few minutes I was able to select the bread I wanted.  They will sliced the bread thick or thin for you there right now.  If you would rather slice yourself, I am sure they will wrap it up and you can go on your way.  Yes, it's true, it may be a bit more expensive than your cheap bread on the grocery store shelf.  But it is much better tasting.", "business_id": "FiXamVMgMf9U0VqFHDZSEA", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DwXVdLxCHp9Uag-HjWgcnQ", "review_id": "lK81ZrGDCbk3EsEfwT6Khw", "text": "We had a bigger party and I think that might have flustered the waitresses just a bit. They forgot about our waters until the food came out, but were super apologetic when they did bring them. The food was ok. I ordered the crab cakes they were a bit heavy on the breading, so I would give them a rating of, \"eh\". My friend ordered a steak, asked for medium rare, and it came out...well done. He was too hungry to complain and just ate it. We might go back again, and this time maybe take a bit more time looking over the menu.", "business_id": "usSROUMiAgPcxV3Ym0OxMQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VHay8sTTk5A27hhgQEbfYA", "review_id": "JaNBS2j6qzQy1dwGNHL_Ng", "text": "Great small town breakfast spot Highly recommend George's Mixed Grill ... Delicious", "business_id": "r8BwdblCW-ZUES37BL0khw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "R8ddimwhXWO_ZvAldqKSLQ", "review_id": "9Mq5GIHom6o_ciCQuXLSzg", "text": "The first time we went here assuming by the name that it must be a dive bar. We were disappointed, but we were also hungry so we ordered dinner. It was just nothing special pretty typical greasy diner food. While there we couldn't help but notice all the articles and awards on the wall stating this was one of Pittsburgh's best breakfast spots. So, sometime later, on a hungover morning after a wedding some of my boyfriends friends were staying with me and wanted to get some breakfast and I thought let's check out that rusty nail again. What a great decision. I think we all got one of the specials and they were all delicious. Mine came with some kind of homemade hash brown patties that were amazing. The only downside is they only take cash (that's not uncommon around here) but they have an atm. Also there is often a wait on the weekends but for us it wasn't very long and they have free coffee outside for you while you wait. Well ok one more thing the actual restaurant is very small and kinda lop-sided but hey I'd rather have a cheap delicious breakfast in a shitty place than pay more for a nicer atmosphere.", "business_id": "ucKQlQvOeJxETLNkpKcaSw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "Zff7xm0J-C7hV1z3j-JipQ", "review_id": "ICfB48LBct5Q1AU_5bz5WA", "text": "As a chinese american college student from NYC who got stuck in Pittsburgh with its useless public transportation (circa 1998), I desperately missed home-style Chinese food for the better part of my first two years here. Things turned around for me once I got a car (or made friends with cars), but I was seriously hurting for a while.\n\nTasty was one of the places we found. Back in the day, it was owned and ran by a typical restaurant-owning Chinese family. They had the works - pushy lao ban niang (boss lady), chef slash dad, and, during school off-hours, junior high school daughter manning the cashier. If they were in NYC, they'd only be missing an ami.... a bus boy. The food was pretty good, and if you order in Chinese, the lao ban niang hooked you up with extras because \"your parents teach you good to talk Chineees\". \n\nI'm pretty sure Tasty is under new ownership now. The food isn't as good as it was, but the restaurant still gives off the home-style look and feel. It's a small restaurant with enough seating for about 25-30 patrons. Cheap tables, cheap seats; after all, restaurant extras are just a waste of money. The customers should come back for the food, this *is* a restaurant.\n\nThe new waitress is not friendly, but she gets the job done. The food is still good - so if you're craving a home cooked meal, you'll be somewhat satisfied here. Don't expect grandma's cooking, though. Order the vegetables, the mapo tofu is good, beef/chicken chow fun, etc. They have a lot of other staple items on the menu too. Don't get the salted pork chops - save that craving for Orient Kitchen. Try things, and share your thoughts.\n\nTasty - it's more than your neighborhood take out joint.\n\n- written by a former junior high school daughter cashier", "business_id": "Y2p07YEC8xOsYTHWf0UxiA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jLVTceG2FWH8bCwRSsbnBQ", "review_id": "9Z1uOFSWmleBoe_Eam2IXw", "text": "Reasons:\n\n1. LOCATION and setting: Highland Park is simply lovely - makes you feel as if you are in a small English town, where time has stood still. The art and small tables inside and outside are charming.\n2. Socially Responsible:Fair trade and international array of coffee.\n3. Fresh Meat:  Local pasture raised meat/ local produce in their tasty panini's.\n4. Nice crowd and staff.", "business_id": "83_p9vIqOq1TUIf3_GD7bA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-iksMVTePFFOSSautGMzCw", "review_id": "WB8PdJwkz8JHrebpSs1Lfg", "text": "Food: 2 stars. It's really not very good. Especially the entirety of the combination platter they make with chicken fingers and wings. Blue cheese wasn't bad though. My wedge salad was enormous- more like a half head of lettuce than a wedge. Nice and fresh though. \n\nDrinks: 3 stars, for the decent variety (better than expected from a place like this) and the game time specials.\n\nService: 3 stars. Could have been better, could have been worse. Friendly but unattentive and not good at realizing when to come to the table. (Hint: if one person calls you over for a drink, make sure the rest of us are set before running away.) \n\nAtmosphere: 4 stars - really good job of having enough televisions for everyone to see the game/s and marking each so you know what's on. \n\n1 Bonus star for accommodating the Pittsburgh area Buffalo Bills fans! GO BILLS!!!", "business_id": "Ts4xsKPU7FNPPZRj-nRjIg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WP83_L4Jmi0MvbQGqxCuGQ", "review_id": "42-DylsmR7pxwl_kx3rsJw", "text": "I happen to stumble upon Jimmy Tsang's while up in Pittsburgh visiting. I must say, the food is REALLY good. The service was great - but I only had a drink there with my boyfriend and we got take out. We liked it so much, we got take out for my family 2 nights later. \n\nThe woman that runs the front is very nice / sociable and likes to talk about each dish. She has great suggestions for your taste. Her husband is the chef (they are both from Korea) and he has been cooking as head chef in restaurants for over 20 years. If you like Chinese food, you will love this place. It also has two cool bars inside. \n\nI highly recommend this place. The reason why I give it 4 stars is because we got take out - not sure how table service is, but I'm sure it would be good with the nice people working there.... \n\nA must try! I bet it would be a cool first date kind of place....", "business_id": "tvXTHj9V5sgRoeVJW_FiTg", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ARlAnV0FRlM9Pgv57eESbw", "review_id": "U1oB1W-4ORrngiIdPVdDEA", "text": "I had heard from friends that Casbah was one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh, and my experience definitely lived up to the hype.  I don't know how a place owned by a company called Big Burrito Group churns out such outstanding Mediterranean fare, but I was impressed.  Everything was done right--the ambiance was sophisticated yet unpretentious, service was professional, and the wine list was impressive, especially the by-the-glass options, which were necessary since I was dining solo.  The food (I started with grilled Spanish octopus and then had the halibut) was all fresh and prepared to perfection, with inventive flavoring that complimented rather than overwhelmed the dishes themselves.  I'm not in Pittsburgh often--too bad, it is a beautiful city--but I would visit Casbah again without hesitation.", "business_id": "2SwC8wqpZC4B9iFVTgYT9A", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TFSgzN0MLgKE4OkGQ1nW0g", "review_id": "TFWoEfpYNrC5ajGfNal2ZA", "text": "Not sure what really needs to be added about this restaurant; it is very very good (my favorite in Pittsburgh) but by far not inexpensive. The best thing you can do, and I am not sure if it has been touched on in previous reviews, is join the Big Burrito group mailing list; you will receive a free coupon for an entr\u00e9e around your birthday to be used within a certain time period...makes it a really good deal. Oh, their wine menu is ridiculously overpriced...call up to find out their current corking fee (I think around $15 bucks) and bring a better bottle at a better price than you are willing to spend there.", "business_id": "2SwC8wqpZC4B9iFVTgYT9A", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KLIM3Qo-YqUJ-e0YeaKwoA", "review_id": "Rgy80l-AV_iJgY0wBRHZWA", "text": "I love you, Quiet Storm!!  Please open another location in the Los Angeles area, stat.  I think the best part about Quiet Storm was rolling in at 10:30 on a Sunday and being seated without a wait.  Are you kidding me?  That's AMAZING!  I was prepared to have to wait for a little bit for Sunday brunch. \n\nQuiet Storm has quite possibly the most delicious scrambled tofu that I have ever had.  I have no idea what they do to get the tofu to that texture, but its delightful and don't ever change.  I love animal products, but I did not miss the meat in any of the dishes that I sampled.  \n\nI order the Black & Gold breakfast burrito, which was delicious but not half as excited at the Country Gravy burrito my friend had.  The onion gravy is insanely flavorful and made me question why I put animal in my gravy to begin with.  I know, its a crazy thought but its true.  \n\nI look forward to many additional trips during my extended stay in Pittsburgh.", "business_id": "PzG0XmAmtXFs6Fdnubf41g", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1Vm6c1na630TGii4IJHfkw", "review_id": "KkqboDbO343rWu6IwGHw4Q", "text": "I called for a delivery of a pepperoni pizza, large. Very simple since I was in the mood for it. The delivery and the time taken were exceptional. Very fast, very good delivery service. \n\nThe down side is the pizza. It was hot and fresh, but the flavor was just OK. It wasn't the best nor was it the worst. It was just OK.\n\nIf you do find that you like your pizza and need a quick delivery, you can't go wrong here. Other than that you may want to look elsewhere.", "business_id": "lHP5STO7aomlEQixH8m1aA", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "k_MOe2ZPz8PrAP5EY3vrZQ", "review_id": "JTBN95lj1R0QRneOvcw80w", "text": "I really love this little place. The hot bar is almost always completely wonderful. I especially love the breakfast/brunch on weekends, it's one of my favorite meals. The potatoes and garbanzo bean patties are amazing.\n\nThe prices are pretty much in line with any smaller heath and local food oriented grocer. I can usually count on them to have specific items that Whole Foods is sold out of and sometimes at a better price. Plus, the Co-op hot bar is a million times better than the Whole Foods hot bar - quality over quantity all the way.\n\nShort lines, great staff, good for Pittsburgh.", "business_id": "-iVcmhjfq79QoTWzrb6pKg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "y3i5Pyozp5rCLfbViM1cJA", "review_id": "d_I_dCkZzB15f6xeLJxDlQ", "text": "Had a wonderful experience with a large group of friends on a busy Labor Day weekend. We brought a few bottles of wine which we paired up with various apps and the dinner. Corkage was an extremely nominal fee which left room in the wallet for more delectable food. The service was smooth and very friendly. The atmosphere was inviting with a small European-style cafe restaurant vibe. Food was fresh and tasty according to all of my friends and was simply amazing from my perspective.  The sardines app and the Portuguese Mariscada seafood stew which I had/shared were cooked perfectly and flavorful. Chef/Owner Toni Pais's back story and his culinary skills are inspirational. He came out to eat afterwards and was very humble when he was given a round of applause. This is truly an underground spot worth finding when in the Burgh, a city that's now a hotbed for excellent food, and Cafe Zinho is one of the reasons why!", "business_id": "l_Wey2YC6NvVUIH8vTygGg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 5, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "11Ydte1VfE85UHK24d4QRQ", "review_id": "z6OGvbA-Dkec4T2WE_8rdg", "text": "If I'm ever in a situation to pick my last meal on earth, it wouild be from Alla Famiglia.  \n\nMy husband took me here for my birthday celebration.  We were treated extremely well from the second we walked in the door.  They even had a menu printed with a \"Happy birthday Jennifer\" message on the top!  What a nice touch.\n\nWe were seated in the area near the door with a view of the kitchen.  There is also a small room (three tables) on the same floor.  The upper floor has a dining area and bar, but they are often booked for private events.\n\nWhen you arrive, there are three accompaniments for your fresh baked bread.  The \"holy oil\" that is an olive oil and banana pepper mix.  It lives up to its name because it was divine.  There was also a goat cheese spread that had red peppers and olives.  I'm a huge goat cheese fan, so I could have eaten this by the spoonful.  There was also a bean and cheese mixture with three types of cheese chopped up.  It was incredible as well.  You may be tempted to fill up on these delictible delights, but don't, becase as good as these items are, it only gets better from there.\n\nWe were having a hard time deciding whether to get the meatball appetizer or the hand pulled mozzarella.  The waitress steered us towards their meatball since it is one of their signature items.  It was a wise decision.  The meatball is the size of a fist and it was perfect.  I don't usually like meatballs or red sauce and I found myself devouring every last bit of both on this plate.  The meatball is stuffed and topped with an excellent mozzarella and then drenched with an amazing red sauce with bits of garlic.  If you order this, make sure you are sharing because it is huge. \n\nThe salad course was very tasty.  It as a mix of field greens, an olive oil dressing, gorgonzola and other incredibly tasty things.  I could have eaten the entire plate of it myself but wanted to save room for the pasta and my entree.\n\nThe pasta course is a house made spiral pasta in a vodka sauce.  It was extremely tasty.  So much so that my husband said he would have been happy if that alone had been his main course.  It had such incredible fresh taste.  \n\nFor our main courses, I got the veal chop prepared in the milanese style.  It was HUGE, pretty much the size of the plate.  A nice surprise considering how small portions tend to be at other fancy restaurants in the area.  It was served with a lemon butter sauce and had large chunks of crab on top.  It was tender and you could cut it with a fork.  I savored every bite (and have leftovers to enjoy at home).  My husband had the filet and loved his choice as well.  A lot of flavors and extremely tender.  It was served with a leek cream and I would love to know how they make it because I have leeks at home that I need to use for something.\n\nI swore I didn't have room left for even a single bite more, but when I learned that pumpkin gelato was the dessert, I had to try it.  It was so smooth, sweet and reminded me of the amazing gelato I had when I was in Italy.  A house made limoncello completed my incredibly amazing meal.\n\nYes, it is expensive, but it is worth it!  I don't know when we'll be back simply because of how expensive it is, but I do know we'll be back.", "business_id": "qUeBDN0D8SC93KeAHhiL-g", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "HucqZjjxcz4QTdWEtqMl7Q", "review_id": "vQes3ZUY9r8SdWcZP75m3A", "text": "Not sure why people talk bad about this place. I own a business that they will deliver to and we get food from them at least 2 times a week. Might be a little ore money but worth every penny. Ignore the bad reviews on here. This place is one of the best food places out there..", "business_id": "VkqKyq09rDYMhFk5nElWWA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Q3fFv_ft17OyV-NRF1iQxw", "review_id": "k9lh3a3yUZy0heXsfxPR_Q", "text": "After hearing Hofbrauhaus-haters say that Max's Allegheny Tavern is the only place to go in Pittsburgh for German food, my husband and I decided to finally try the restaurant this afternoon.\n\nWe were seated in little booths right next to the bar. They were cozy, but the seats reminded me of old fashioned church pews. Our waitress soon brought us a little basket of four rolls with butter, sauerkraut relish, and apple butter. Though I liked the different varieties of bread, it was nothing special. The relish and apple butter were a nice touch though.\n\nOur waitress was busy with both waiting tables and tending the bar, but she managed to check on us pretty frequently. Our food also came out relatively promptly. I order the Wiener Schnitzel with Potato Pancakes and Spatzle on the side. The Wiener Schnitzel was amazing -- by far the best I've ever had! The veal was tender and the fried surface was perfectly crispy. However, the sides sadly did not match this main dish. The Potato Pancakes were oddly bitter, and I did not enjoy them with either the sour cream or applesauce. I only ate two or three bites and completely stopped eating them. (I must add that Hofbrauhaus's potato pancakes are delicious and something that I order every time that I go there.) I also did not enjoy the Spatzle, but I am accustomed to eating cheese Spatzle.... So I may be reviewing this harshly since I'm just not used to plain Spatzle, but in my opinion, it was terribly bland and watery.\n\nOverall, Max's Allegheny Tavern served one incredible item (Wiener Schnitzel), but everything else was merely mediocre. Because of this, I really don't plan on returning to the restaurant again any time soon. I'll be sticking with the fun environment and overall good food at Hofbrauhaus, actually.", "business_id": "IxQ1ATP_Wg_QujO9nywzcQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8ME6F77TDPr4dzsWdJzCcg", "review_id": "JxEW6SCaeuw4NNqO5GP2ug", "text": "Cozy down to earth atmosphere, cute to see familes of three generations sitting together for a Friday night meal. The food itself was ok but just a tad bit pricey. I thought my bavarian-style pretzels were a bit too heavy since they were deep-fried, and my friend's schnitzel platter with spatzle was a bit low on salt. Not a bad experience overall, but I might still rather go to Penn Brewery or Hofbrau next time.", "business_id": "IxQ1ATP_Wg_QujO9nywzcQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OD1zfOrexwZoxJjTowGDfw", "review_id": "LIi2SfEo50Vlbf7saSI-WQ", "text": "This place was a total surprise to me. I didn't really know anything existed on Troy Hill aside from Penn Brewery until I went for a ride through the area this past weekend. While passing through I noticed Billy's, it was open, the steeler game was about to start.... Why not check it out?!\n\nThe interior is dated, but clean and has some character. You enter though the bar and the dining room is on your right, this being a Sunday afternoon though, the dining room was not open. No biggie, I'll saddle up to the bar which seats about 12 people. The bartender was very nice, introduced herself and wanted to get to know me. \n\nThis seems like a mostly locals only bar, but they are very happy when people from outside the neighborhood stop in. One thing I heard several times while I was in there was \"Troy Hill is getting better, more people should come here and find out.\"\n\nI tried the soup of the day, chicken and corn chowder, and an order of their wings, $.60 during the Steelers games. Both were very good and made me want to come back to try more of the menu. The beer selection is a bit limited, they mostly stick with the big name domestics, but that being said, the beer is pretty darn cheap. Sam Adams Octoberfest was $2.50 a glass or $12 a pitcher! \n\nI'll certainly be back to Billy's and I think you should go too, turns out there are things on Troy Hill!", "business_id": "6AnorAMPkTdSDbUkOoV1Rw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lyrEN-nQlrMtoL5ll7h9BQ", "review_id": "ihDQwP_PyWeRWjn_C1-DKA", "text": "Went for the first and last time tonight. Made reservations for 3. Restaurant thought we said 2 and acted like we lied. $12 corkage fee for 1 bottle of wine. Asked to leave when we finished eating, because they needed the table, on a Thursday night. Food was OK, but not even close to making up for all the other problems. I can easily get a good meal elsewhere for those prices, with better service.", "business_id": "q_BKmbdlYfQJroJVHfYMUQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bJBansEnAxnaOyQmLuR5yg", "review_id": "zMl-x7IPcdd1nU_pFRdD4g", "text": "I've enjoyed the pizza, salads, and hoagies we've gotten from Pickles. Delivery time was decent. Fries are really tasty, but need to be blanched, or at least punch holes in styrofoam container.", "business_id": "Eixtf79t1_ZKaC-7J2kAWg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_e5drmTJBSV0yiFBrTimtg", "review_id": "RsXqNA8Yo5OH7Kxz5iz24A", "text": "sushi was dry and unenjoyable. the place itself is clean and the decor was minimal.  I was not a fan and probably won't be back.", "business_id": "QnyzlVMyx0Exri-Lay10cA", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kxFyieYMntRXPUGCrmfbLA", "review_id": "NkiRwckPIVlWcpSbtXC7pQ", "text": "So you walk in and proceed to the counter.  You order the pizza with whatever toppings you so desire.  You get handed your drink cups and a number to put on your table and try and find a seat.  Maybe a 15 to 20 minute wait for your pizza.  Your pizza comes out and...... \"what the hell is this?  Take this back!  My cheese ain't melted and the pepperoni ain't cooked!\"  Chill my man.....take a few deep breaths....it'll be ok.....just TASTE it......there ya go.....holy cheese right?!  What a blend....It's all over the place and people actually order extra!  That sauce, nice.....sweet and chunky....yummy.  And the crust....the crispy, chewy wonderful foundation that holds it all together.   It's a bit different.  But different in the best way.  There's some great pizza out there.  Different styles and different tastes.  Do yourself a favor.  If you're in the Banksville Rd./ Dormont area stop in this place....it's just delicious.", "business_id": "93UCt9OgWYmypZCpXtUu8g", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Tr-tmaHdRUOeXF_FIojuAg", "review_id": "hN4eIe0NyJHtba-7LLX53Q", "text": "The pizza here is different from your traditional place. They only bake the dough and sauce then pour on the toppings cold. It reminds me of the those Lunchable pizza snacks I used to eat when I was little where you have the ingredients separate then you put it together yourself.\n\nThis pizza joint isn't one of those places you fall in love with immediately. Eating pizza with cold toppings is a bit strange at first, but once you get over it its pretty good actually. It took me a few tries until it started growing and now I find myself craving for it often. Its pretty awesome how they give soooo much topping on each slice too.\n\nI usually get take out from this place but there is a small seating area to eat at. This isn't one of those places where you must eat at the restaurant since the pizza is cold anyways.", "business_id": "93UCt9OgWYmypZCpXtUu8g", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "5_GNc6DHiOOSH47ZjmOG_Q", "review_id": "FrBHVgEs-F8SbGaRD8hemg", "text": "I had heard a lot of different things about Cain's before coming here for the first time around 2pm on a Sunday afternoon. What I heard was true after dining here- food is really good, service leaves a lot to be desired. Two of us were the first to arrive for a party of six. We waited a good 10 minutes at the \"please wait to be seated sign\". No one even acknowledged us standing there until two other members of our party finally arrived. They were semi busy but cleared out quickly since it was a 4:25 steelers game and several tables there looked like they were heading to the game. Anyways, a server came over about 5 minutes after we were sat. To get our drink order. She was pretty slow getting our drinks out to us. The other two members of our party arrived by then and when she came back she said the kitchen was running 30 minutes behind and we should order appetizers now if we wanted any. Ok so we ordered 6 old bay wings, 12 thai chili wings, and 2 orders of the cheese sticks. The cheese sticks were the best cheese sticks I have ever eaten! They are huge-3 to an order but these are so thick and gooey....and the marinara served with them is a sweeter marinara, it's very good. I didn't try the old bay wings but they were quickly devoured by the rest of the table. The Thai chili wings had a very nice sweeter flavor. And they were large wings too. Very tasty. She came to take our food order prior to our appetizers coming out. They did take awhile but she did warn us they were slow. Entrees came out quickly however. I had ordered the BBQ pulled pork sandwich. It had a horseradish BBQ sauce that sounded really interesting. The server came over halfway through the appetizers and said they ran out of the pulled pork. I was disappointed but I ordered a turkey Rachael with sweet potato waffle fries instead. The sandwich came on marble rye with coleslaw Swiss and thousand island. The fries weren't great and we're kind of soggy. The sandwich though was excellent. Real rotisserie turkey and lots of cold slaw which is how I like it. A steak and egg hoagie was ordered with chips-she said it was really good and it was huge portion wise. Another ordered the pastrami sandwich and another ordered the pastrami salmon blt. Both were said to be tasty. The quesadilla burger and the bacon and blue cheese burger were also ordered and were quickly eaten and said to be delicious . 4 of us took home half of our sandwiches - portions are huge! Our server didn't check on us and it was us who had to flag he down for drinks. This is a great place to watch a game, lots of beers on tap, good food. Service needs to improve but I wll still come back again because the actual meal was tasty and priced right", "business_id": "5Udv4CASAXB2eH66TefWPQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "aJEjMk7BfXeLO4kuKJSGOw", "review_id": "O4YQVMPjNR4B0cn39x2-CA", "text": "This restaurant was featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network and was the basis of our visit. \n\nLocated in the cute neighbourhood in the South part of Pittsburgh, Dormont, this little diner has a full breakfast and lunch menu. We got there just in an hour before they were closing for some lunch! \n\nI ordered the turkey Reuben with latkes as a side. It was delish! The sandwich had the right amount of sauerkraut. Their pancakes looked wonderful, will have to order them the next time I am in the area. \n\nAdd this place to your list when you visit Pittsburgh!", "business_id": "2Igiyhi82R8_QaaPplRmCw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8v67cG2_5R86vn4Grx1sPA", "review_id": "W81w8XY0pC7Gt41iP6S-Dg", "text": "So with all the hype I was expecting fireworks.  Maybe I am tainted.  When you come from California where the food is very fresh, you are sometimes disappointed, this was one of those times.\n\nMy son watches, triple d, was so excited to be here, but at best was ok.  No fireworks.\n\nI had the veggie burrito, my one son the egg burrito, and other son had the egg breakfast.  I ordered a side of bacon also.\n\nMy waitress brought out three scoops of sour cream, in little white contains, soggy to say the least.\n\nMy burrito, good; kids food was ok, eggs terrible bacon, Terrible.  I love bacon love it, this bacon was cheap tasting and tasted like the girdle.  Gross...\n\nSorry Dor-stop.  \n\nIf your every in Folsom Cali try Mary's gold miner cafe.  The bomb!", "business_id": "2Igiyhi82R8_QaaPplRmCw", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-e3I_e0YmVprSHionPRzyA", "review_id": "4WXO13bDTvPn75n8ImBHLQ", "text": "Great service and atmosphere and even better food! My husband's go to is the raspberry stuffed French toast but we've had many items from the menu and everything fabulous. There is almost always a wait on the weekend, but it goes by quick!", "business_id": "2Igiyhi82R8_QaaPplRmCw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6cgr-z4jfUNQwbTLrhrDrw", "review_id": "iYaRLq_VzGM73-clImGAGw", "text": "I think the quality and flavor of the food keeps me coming back even though the old woman is very unpleasant, I have never been there when there was more than three or four people in the whole restaurant. I don't know how long they could survive and that is unfortunate.  On one occasion I was waited on by a young man who was very friendly and pleasant , where did he go? This place has potential but the old lady must go.", "business_id": "n7G2XFGvmS3duDJ4AzjKiQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CDXATwoG7hr4VN8ffdTzIA", "review_id": "4l_cIsHNdn9vSPX1k4w4Sg", "text": "So far I've had the Mexican pizza, Jalape\u00f1o burger & Philly Steak pizza. The burger was excellent, so were the fries! My husband's Philly pizza was amazingly good! I want more.\n\n\nThe Mexican pizza was okay. Not terrible, just had too much on it and was sloppy. \n\nThey always have a full house. There is no where to wait for your table.", "business_id": "qemCNgjeYGcFsRwxW9x4xw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zdutsCEMdvc0B8s3_XN3nQ", "review_id": "6l-0URiT2ESnzVnw4Pa2Kw", "text": "This place is fantastic. A robust selection of beers on tap, and literally a thousand different beers in bottles - this place is half bar/restaurant, half beer warehouse. But the drink selection might not even be the best part, as the food here was awesome. I went with the Chicago Dog for a modest four bucks, and it was as good as any I'd ever had - perfectly grilled dog, all the right high-quality toppings and a fresh-tasting bun. The pub fries sealed the deal though - a huge pile of fries with generous helpings of perfectly-melted cheese and just-soft-enough-just-crispy-enough bacon. My friend and I could have shared the large order of Pub Fries and been just fine. I saw someone's sandwich across the bar, and it was truly enormous - I could come here with a friend and for ten bucks, get my fill of sandwich, fries and beer for the rest of the day. Great value, great experience!!", "business_id": "2X5G4Ujq0s4Wfn4TC7gX0g", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-11-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6MF4uF1_u0b45jIdGIueuQ", "review_id": "H-5M_dYWxmwmaaNu0h3S_g", "text": "The beer selection is incredible. If you're ever looking for something stop by here - they most likely have it.\n\nThe dogs (which are the only thing I've ever gotten) are excellent. You just can't beat a good beer and a good hot dog, and this place does both extremely well.\n\nI try to hit this place at least once a year.", "business_id": "2X5G4Ujq0s4Wfn4TC7gX0g", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_EgqctGkSNdalOYZVNPG8g", "review_id": "QCRh4iHzjHMbzeVK6UMpNw", "text": "The beer selection to make your own sixer is incredible. So many beers from all other the U.S. And international. The crafty hot dogs were incredible especially the angry tiki dog. I'll def be coming back here.", "business_id": "2X5G4Ujq0s4Wfn4TC7gX0g", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "ObYBbapQShoG4zjDR1gSXw", "review_id": "TjDnVvNrbsxWW_U5_TYcZw", "text": "Another place I've been going with my family for years. Triangle Bar has huge (26\") battleship subs for very cheap! \n\nOur favorite is the italian, which is perfectly balanced with salami, ham, cheeses, vegetables, and spices. My father loves the roast beef subs too.\n\nI love that it hasn't changed a bit in the two decades I have been going there. Kind of dirty, barred, on the corner of the street... but excellent food! On game nights you will see a stream of people picking up their subs.\n\nNow you know why.", "business_id": "DzOPHyrG2XuVqKEvHCnN7w", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "rkmM0Ku4NmG6gE5DaaEntA", "review_id": "WxmsxjC4kmrmOvX6wlSxTg", "text": "I swore that Kobe Japanese Steakhouse in Orlando was the best one I had ever been to, but I think they may have some competition with this one.\n\nMy boyfriend and I tried them out on Labor Day, just get something different from what we normally do. He had been some years back before, and this was my first time. Getting to the actual restaurant was a bit weird because of how you have to navigate the mountain (I don't know, is that considered a mountain, or is it a hill? Being from the south everything that makes me lift my legs/feet higher is a mountain). It was rather empty as it was only like 11.30AM, but that was ok with us as we're not a big fan of people (joke ... maybe). The interior is ridiculously awesome, especially the raised bar.\n\nOur chef walks up and it's a white man, which was a definite first for me at a Japanese steakhouse. And he seemed out of it. During the course of the meal, he did inform us that he was hungover ... it's Labor Day, what're gonna do? It didn't bother me too much, but I think he did annoy the hell out of my boyfriend lol. He told some good albeit corny jokes, did the usual tricks plus a few new ones - he was overall entertaining.\n\nThe food: oh man, was it yummy. I got the soba noodles and beef julienne. The noodles were cooked in some type of sauce that I couldn't describe, but they were the best soba noodles I have ever had. The beef julienne was also super delicious. The sauce on it was described as a teriyaki sauce, but it didn't taste like it at all to me, which was fine with me because I'm not a big teriyaki fan. \n\nAfter eating we hit the bar and had drink apiece. The bartender was really cool and the bar area had a great vibe and atmosphere. Sure, Japanese Steakhouses are pricey, but this is one of the few I've been to that is more than worth it.", "business_id": "1vQLTKwmcmZXtNzfKEvMmA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AEQowxQ8076LsWNirwHTww", "review_id": "bjj8DkUQd1tUko3DMNEouw", "text": "Beer selection: 4.5 stars\nFood: 3.5 stars\n\nThis location is my favorite mostly because it doesnt seem to get quite as busy as the other locations. As with all Mad Mex's, the draft beer list is always great with a broad range of styles. Youre sure to find a beer youre in the mood for.. And happy hour is hard to beat with half off drafts and wings from 4:30-6:30pm on weekdays. The burritos seem to be a hit, but i think theyre overrated. The nacho grande is huge and loaded, and tastes alright. Wings are pretty decent, especially with their blue cheese. All in all, id say come here for happy hour to feel the full affect of Mad Mex", "business_id": "hhNlQWaKqGbMPoeZHoL-IQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "N6sSx40JqIla3cZBmLLzmA", "review_id": "kQc0DSEoesgX2ziQMGmglA", "text": "Panera is the best option for \"fast food\" in my opinion. I love Panera for lunch and dinner.\n\nIt's hard to go wrong with Panera. You can eat pretty healthy here if you try. Not everything is healthy, but there definitely are options. I also like that they use fresh ingredients and antibiotic free chicken. \n\nIn my opinion, you can't go wrong with their soups, they are my favorite. Some are better for you than others like the vegetable pesto and black bean soups however, if you get a \"you pick two meal\", you can splurge on the less healthy ones like creamy wild rice and chicken. What is a you pick two you ask? It is a meal you create by picking two items from soups, salads, sandwiches, paninis, and pastas. You get a half of each selection that you pick, which is nice to try some of their different menu items. \n\nI feel like their breakfast treats leave more to be desired and their coffee is so so. I generally wouldn't come here for breakfast. Their pastries do not have enough flavor to me, they taste rather doughy. For this reason alone is why I am giving them four stars! Other than that, they are great!", "business_id": "sNmQJQWEVGheCnw5Tf4Phg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lNCXfGtROZvbfwlNSrUD8w", "review_id": "HOb-6y90OHjMMfe7jEnAXg", "text": "Had spinach ravioli in Marinara.  Homemade Marinara.  Excellent Marinara!   Ravioli cooked perfectly al dente.  Garlic rolls were good, but not nearly enough garlic.  House Chianti rates a C.   Atmosphere of a road house.  Service was peachy.  Prices good.  Would definitely go back.", "business_id": "KZXtzoI84iI1CEcAnD7OPA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7jOAowWbwD-ER1hJE_GAeQ", "review_id": "HLfvf8pzSdjBGgmEFcesXw", "text": "My food was plain and boring. Our service was sub-par; we asked for water when we first got there and it didn't show up until shortly before we got our check. The dumb ass waitress spilled water on the floor by our table but didn't bother cleaning it up so when one of the older ladies that was joining me got up she slipped and fell. The manager on duty did apologize, but that was it. There was no offer of a comp or anything and she basically turned around and went on about her business despite us pointing out to her that there was water on the floor that caused the fall. Fortunately no one was seriously injured, but I really don't think that the staff handled the situation with any sort of intelligence or empathy. The place was noisy and it was pricey.", "business_id": "FtjvnLhh51ZBYEpKAARaFQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OMikIdIF3NzvrFej1efqlw", "review_id": "VQ1BjW7ni2huvgw_55VrKA", "text": "We checked this out for lunch, since we were staying at the Weston.\n\nThe sushi, I thought, was pretty good.  Nothing outstanding, and I probably wouldn't seek it out again, but it wasn't bad.  My friends ordered other things off the menu; the verdict was largely that the food looked good, but was bland; this was especially apparently true of the fish sandwich.\n\nThe attached bar is *small* with a very limited selection of beers and liquors.  Perplexingly, they also have loads of bar seating, but don't open that area for happy hour time.  It seems you could not get appetizers and hang out until some point later in the evening.\n\nSuper expensive too.  Go somewhere else for lunch, there are many better options in the area.", "business_id": "z4cCguoHdU48pj6sXMIzqg", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iPTZ9JTTdq4dzbJPM5O8tQ", "review_id": "2hgP0A-hnMbFoU5BoYF0JA", "text": "Hit or miss. I enjoy the atmosphere here and their red velvet cake martini is to die for. The food, however, is a different story. I enjoyed the balsamic chicken wrap which was full of flavor, robust, and refreshing. The buffalo chicken salad, when on special and available, is the perfect portion and served on a spring mix. If you're feeling ambitious, just stick to the tried and true. I had a chicken sandwich and I got to the center for an unpleasant surprise: pink meat. Yuck! Aside from that I tried the steak salad which was a major disappointment since the meat was gristly and tough. Overall stop in for your favorite wrap and a special flavored martini, but resist the temptation to try a new dish.", "business_id": "OxIeMVcop5oxBUWANi-1Rw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "946V1QGcAqScy7PlO5JZTg", "review_id": "Oa-NrFvcKvxsGFkTpNPbyA", "text": "Visited with a party of 8 last weekend for a friend's birthday. We walked in the door and could see no apparent host stand, so we tried the door next to the one we entered. This ended up leading to a private party. Can you say awkward?\n\nWe went back in the main door, clearly confused. The bartender looked at us but kept pouring drinks (rude!). Not even sure how we discovered it, but the host stand was in the BACK of the restaurant. How were we supposed to know this? We were seated, and had to wait awhile for service.\n\nFinally, the server came and took our drink orders and suggested a very strong drink for me. He was obviously trying to get me drunk (and succeeded). Caution: The Vesper is a strong *ss gin martini that is just okay. You pay 11 bucks to drink a shot of gin slowly from a fancy glass. \n\nHe then took our order...and did not think to write any of the 8 requests down. Yep, you guessed it. He screwed up our orders and bills, then proceeded to be rude about the situation. \n\nThe buffalo chicken dip is awesome, but be prepared, there is no chicken. We had one chunk in the two orders. The deep fried pita chips taste like donuts and are muy excellente. \n\nAlso, prepare yourself for bartenders squeezing caramel into glasses. The sound is reminiscent of flatulence. Over and over. So much flatulence. \n\nI was too drunk and full of pita donuts to eat my dinner. The two bites of my pork belly sandwich were pretty alright though.\n\nJesse from Bob Evans down the road is far superior to the condescending server here. We highly recommend Jesse.", "business_id": "OxIeMVcop5oxBUWANi-1Rw", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "no5l58Gl30O0ceXGeim06g", "review_id": "V9shTqOCwoIn0lbqYWr-cQ", "text": "The best cannoli, hands down! The ricotta is super fresh, it is incredibly flavorful, and they wait to fill the shell until you order it. Whenever we are in Pittsburgh, I insist we stop by! Today, I also got the atomic pepperoni roll which was incredible! Super fresh and flavorful dough. It has a peppery spread with the pepperoni on the inside. The bread became a little wet on the bottom, but is very good after being toasted! Love this place and the history it embodies from the Strip!", "business_id": "imzKM9-mgN1Yk_RIXx3IgA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IzhHexyJoEwWy2rqD3BhJw", "review_id": "YuqDNXda_XXbMES9dVgxrQ", "text": "When I told people I was going to Pittsburgh, everyone recommended Primanti Bros. I went and was underwhelmed. It was a big sandwich, but the flavour was not amazing. I also ordered a bowl of chili which was too spicy for me. As a Chicago native, I feel it's the equivalent of people recommending Giordano's or Portillo's. They're not exactly the greatest places in town, but they're well-known and popular for one reason or another. Do it just to say you did.\n\nI don't like coleslaw.", "business_id": "NeUf9FyCCIN4MEseNyqkXQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2010-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dvnk4Sq80OzhcIptr8MBIg", "review_id": "5cpHzeXwYW8Cfgr_xcQkiA", "text": "I have seen many food show on the Primati famous sandwich, so it was a must try while I was in Pittsburgh. I was not disappoint. I would come back the next time I am in Pittsburgh.", "business_id": "NeUf9FyCCIN4MEseNyqkXQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "R8ponEhYwzZG9UfdpNIqJQ", "review_id": "hxKcbDbqqgoCd0FEdgT3gg", "text": "I can see why people come here....the prices are great and the sandwiches are huge....after the bf saw Primanti Bros on one of the food networks, he made it a point to have a sandwich here when we made an overnight stop in Pittsburgh.  The waitress recommended the pastrami, so we shared it....I wasn't sure how this whole fries and slaw thing was going to work, but it did...it was tasty and yummy.", "business_id": "NeUf9FyCCIN4MEseNyqkXQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GgwZT1gcWHYu3eT_bqLITA", "review_id": "AD58jr4dvLHs095_IdDJWA", "text": "Had the second best seller which was really good.   A nice carb coma from the italian bread and fries.  A great mix of salty from the meat and those aforementioned fries with the sweet from the slaw!  \n\nThe service was good so why only three stars?  Well, when your choice was seeing the stories on their televisions about our enemy murdering defenseless journalists or some show about naked people living off the land...kind of stifles the appetite and not appropriate for even the most casual of dining!   I would have expected better from the hipsters running the joint.", "business_id": "NeUf9FyCCIN4MEseNyqkXQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XnkaYmJyHt12_fSgI_9PVA", "review_id": "kfsx9VfZLeLlYMkkQN3ivw", "text": "I love Primanti's sandwiches. I'm a Pittsburgher and will always love their sandwiches. If you want to hear more about those, read other reviews. This one is for the service at this restaurant.\n\nIt's just bad. The servers are polite, but extremely inattentive. I'm going to go ahead and play my \"I Waited on Tables in High Volume Restaurants for Several Years\" card just so I can say that even during lunch rush, no, that level of absence is not acceptable. They take up to fifteen minutes to even greet the table, which leaves you looking around wondering who will be serving you, or if you can at least have a water. If I were serving, I'd at least pop over and say a quick, \"Hi, my name's Ali. I'll be with you in just a few minutes.\" No matter how busy you are, there are a few things you just don't let slip: greetings, drink refills, and a speedy check. If it's busy, communicate that delay by saying \"thank you for waiting,\" or \"sorry for the wait.\" Honestly that's all it takes. That's it! Primanti's servers were lacking in all of these things, and from the customer perspective, it really does make a difference in the experience. Ok, sorry for the rant, but they either need to better train the servers they have, or hire more so they aren't stretched so thin.", "business_id": "NeUf9FyCCIN4MEseNyqkXQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "oSo_3ARkzud3Wjc7evC2tg", "review_id": "NeUAL4eRsHoDsa1svZ2eIw", "text": "I browsed the market itself, which was a bit smaller than i expected. i guess that what the market had were the things that one could find practically nowhere else in pittsburgh in order to make some decent authentic mexican/caribbean dishes. frankly, even though i only visited it a week ago, it was definitely not a very memorable store.  drink selections were lacking with little more than the usual jarritos.\n\ni tried the taco stand outside next: while they said they offered empanadas, it was sunday afternoon around 1PM and the gentleman said that they had run out.  Frankly they take these ready-made empanadas and microwave them before serving them to the customer, so i don't understand why they coudln't have just gotten some more from the huge mound of empanadas i saw in the store just minutes before. but i was too lazy to ask. also, they microwave the empanadas on styrofoam plates....no comment.\n\nthe 1 taco for $3/ 2 tacos for $5 was probably the best deal that I could find in pittsburgh for some close to authentic mexican tacos as i coudl find.  They indeed pack your taco with a lot of the fixings, but in doing so, they don't realize that all the juicyness that comes from the meat (especially the lengua) causes the little corn tortilla to rip very easily.  i have not been any other mexican joint that serves these style tacos with only one little corn tortilla: they're always made with two corn tortillas with the presumed purpose of protecting rippage.  one star off for that.  The salsa on the side that was left out that was the perfect consistency of the type of salsa i like (non chunky) was somehow too dry.  this may have been due to lack of freshness.  if only it were fresher, it would have been a nice complement to my tacos. on the upside, they prepare the meat from scratch, putting a little blot of uncooked meat on their grill, while they prepare it in front of your eyes. that was a welcome difference for this joint compared to other taco joints.\n\nall in all, compared to the other place in pittsburgh i've tried for tacos (Mexico City), I'd much rather come here.  closer, cheaper, and tastier. mexico city does not do mexican food justice.", "business_id": "buVALudg30kgkDusqB3yJw", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WwvZxFhFdBx5EXaKzSYwXQ", "review_id": "I_zgngMUut_mAgmCKTn7PA", "text": "We had a frustrating and disappointing experience at Roland's, a dining out experience on a recent 4-day visit to Pittsburgh.\n\nFirst, all of the food was extremely overpriced. The quality was what you would find if you were ordering from a bar...but it was twice as expensive. The $16 I paid for fried cod got me two soggy cod filets, steamed bland vegetables and boring roasted potatoes. I couldn't have tried to make food this poor. It was a Sysco food operation gone wrong: runoff from Houlihan's mixed with Joe's Crab Shack. \n\nThe service was so slow that we were cancelling orders due to the delay in bringing them to the table. My dish arrived without any sort of sauce, and we even had to get up and order beer from the bar because our waitress was so behind. It was her \"second day on the job,\" but this is unacceptable. They could have at least comp'd our beers, or offered some other way to make it up (besides coming over to informing us that they had charged the beers to our bill).\n\nRoland's had space available on a Monday night, unlike the other restaurants in the neighborhood. This was really convenient initially, but I now have an idea of why this was the case.", "business_id": "wHi8ODv7TGmeUB02XoX-mA", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "mAEwUdVJ3vhA_L-MKqLGpw", "review_id": "dPjaWiEAh3x20fIqLm2oMg", "text": "I'm surprised Roland's has such bad reviews. I've never had anything bad here. Their lobster rolls are very good and you get a large portion of lobster in it. The clam chowder is good, their seafood pizza is awesome. I honestly have never had a complaint about their food. The only reason I'm giving them 4 stars is the service is usually pretty slow. Even when we go when not a lot of customers are there, the service still seems to be slow. I would definitely go back.", "business_id": "wHi8ODv7TGmeUB02XoX-mA", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iltdmBGrWNADJG7IEmqWxQ", "review_id": "lNR9huo6B6IN-r9Hbx_zzA", "text": "Love this place always come for the gyro made the traditional way.  Small cafe very clean.  If you wanted to watch a game they have a 55 inch flat screen.  Always busy the Line literally out the door.  Not pricey in the 3-12 range", "business_id": "WXpi9z1bqF9raZSW8z70Ow", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UxLpu7cS6o7adHcu3jhmKw", "review_id": "dG0_XoUNgluT5dO2BoKMuw", "text": "The food here is authentic and tasty and the place itself is a gem of kitch. Do not go here if you want a fine dining experience. The servers are odd, but that's part of the experience. The dining room may be cluttered with old photos, objects representing Greek culture and other oddities, but again that's part of the charm. The food is really, really good and I believe it is very well priced for what you get. \n\nThey also have this amazing soup that seems to have magical powers when it comes to curing a cold. Fabulous!", "business_id": "PxP19Rb88OQKiSMl2oWNsg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dygSpmT25ngdcOBFngOUWw", "review_id": "AFBq5vJoYKrl0ACodH7xXA", "text": "We chose this place because the menu on their website made everything sound pretty good, and we were starving.\n\nUpon walking in there was a bit of an old smell, and kind of like too many birthday parties had dropped cake on the floor.\n\nWe were seated immediately (there were only maybe 3-5 other tables filled), and our server was friendly. She checked in on us frequently, and kept our glasses full.\n\nWe ordered the feast for 2, and it was enough food that it could have been for 4. There was just so much!! Thankfully our server brought us a to go box with the meal. I liked the ravioli and lasagna, but the chicken parmesan was dry and the spaghetti could have used way more sauce. I didn't like the sausage either, and the meatball was just okay.\n\nFor $30 I think we got a pretty meal. I probably won't care to go again, but at least it wasn't a terrible experience.", "business_id": "9mwShpTgZofOujt4JfyGmw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "rhCi4PCRlO08fTrBNSo6Yg", "review_id": "XVe0QWqFMgFY6EHOVRSdlw", "text": "My wife and I took a friend to Morton's after a Steeler's game 7 October.  I have never been to one of these steakhouses so it was a real treat to experience it in Pittsburgh.  It was absolutely the best steak and meal I've had at any steakhouse or honestly a dinner anywhere.  Everything was perfect...steaks, crab cakes, shrimp cocktail, and the veggies were just amazing.  I literally fell in love with the cream corn.  The manager (Robert) came over and personally checked on us, engaged in a conversation for at least 10 minutes and was just ensuring our experience was perfect.  It was.  The after dinner drinks and desert (a chocolate lava type cake) was beyond words.  This is now my favorite place and steakhouse.  Thank you!!!", "business_id": "90Fqfzd8zD9AuuNBSv9lAg", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "V1oOVqCOc3RRSUvcrEQgVA", "review_id": "9w4_v7I-t1RZOqiN-PxVBg", "text": "Average food nothing special. Convenient to work. Walk to market square for better options. Service is below average.", "business_id": "OT3yVpDrDVITDCIYox8d9A", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7XnqLCNQ0NKcRUoNKJa3OA", "review_id": "FrluS8UzeNNTZeLnY9DPjA", "text": "I wouldn't call this place authentic Korean BBQ. I was disappointed that the \"grill\" at the table was essentially a frying pan. How can you even come close to delicious Korean BBQ if there is no open flame? Every other BBQ restaurant I've been to has had either charcoal or gas grill.\n\nThe quality of the meats were terrible, though one shouldn't really expect much from a buffet.\n\nI will say, however, that the service was friendly and accommodating. It's spacious, and thus great for large groups of people. Just don't expect fantastic Korean BBQ.", "business_id": "dHDi4wCcjsOR6vcZ8oOIoA", "stars": 2, "date": "2009-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vZ52JWe3gIU7PUsQJ4MNlw", "review_id": "UzTBnm0na9GqwCjurXIEzA", "text": "Man... Really bad from start to finish. Service is slow and horrible. Sushi is not flavorful at all. The rice was some of the worst I have ever had. I honestly would rather eat day old gas station sushi than come here again.", "business_id": "dHDi4wCcjsOR6vcZ8oOIoA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "gwnVSev8aNLvMArs3WTfFw", "review_id": "3EKtl4_mv9_n_iJ1sRsFCA", "text": "Decent pizza and calzones.  Get rid of the canned mushrooms! Crowded at lunch.  Calzones are huge!", "business_id": "l-OmDgEd4QkZpyXVpkp2yA", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aFlaO_MLb6YKk4oU8zmVNw", "review_id": "afF9Q6KVB_GpDZpl-TfHkw", "text": "Good overall experience, but for the price I'd really like my steak to be perfect. The whole table ordered medium rare but ate a medium steak because the hot plate that the steaks were served on continued cooking the steak", "business_id": "0FgwBx7pgmNdUtsd_T8UYQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LklLnHDmLCQImGJ3wbPq4Q", "review_id": "vsAf-xztof_xrnHbdQxkCQ", "text": "Food is okay. I've only came during lunch to this location. If you want fast service sit in the bar area otherwise your time at lunch can easily double.", "business_id": "uUorjstNslr3gkIsVGtQAg", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1DUi6pRYXDT1oDFKCMsdzQ", "review_id": "ZxDh8grEIvoAwwIux5DUlw", "text": "so, i go in and order a gyro (yee-ro - you know, how you're supposed to say it).  the server goes you mean a 'jai-ro?!' (as in gyroscope), in a very loud kind of condescending voice.  i said, no, i mean a 'yee-ro'.  as if she didn't know what i was talking about anyway!\n\nwith the greek authenticity of the place seriously in question, i should've walked away then, but i was really hungry and didn't have a lot of time for lunch.  it was just average, nothing special.  again, i've been spoiled by NYC.  besides, i think it's a good policy to not eat where they can't properly pronounce what they're serving.", "business_id": "AH1PrZQDIdjpKgy1z8XxUg", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tn0EqWiKmv_wogIQvarX4A", "review_id": "LtB9upTy6eBB6MJVJKo3RQ", "text": "Went here for brunch yesterday. \n\nWhat we sampled: \nMimosa (I don't like mimosas, but this was delicious with fresh squeezed orange juice)\nBread basket (sea salt foccacia (delicious) cranberry and almond scones (delicious, but very crumbly which the fiance found out the hard way) strawberry butter, sugar butter, and honey butter)\nAntipasta table (overall good selection, but a little bland, the only memorable thing on the table for us was the Cesar salad, which was delicious, but a tad overdressed) \nEntree (we both ordered the pasta trio.  The three choices were penne with onions, sausage, and tomato ragu (the least favorite), Homemae fettucine aglio e olio with tomatoes and butternut squash (delicious and very fresh tasting for the fall), and homemade mushroom ravioli in a thyme butter sauce (the best selection by far and completely delicious)\nDessert table (good selections with standouts being the tiramisu and the chocolate torte)\n\nOverall this was a great brunch experience for the price as well as the selections.  We would definitely return.", "business_id": "XmdTkxKyJd7TuDLoiic1kg", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "bhZ13wN_5lQrKX278AP_aw", "review_id": "1kDzI880yPVdtSLKrUayaQ", "text": "I came to Lidia's with a friend for lunch one Tuesday.  I was really excited to try it out, but I just wasn't impressed.  I'd really love to come back and try the pasta trio, but I would never try anything else here.\n\nBoth my friend and I ordered a pannini.  I had chicken, and he had steak.  The chicken was so salty.  I ended up taking if off of the panini, and then it tasted much better.  The pesto and bread were great so why use salty chicken?  The bread that came with the meal was good, but the soup was a letdown as well.\n\nThe atmosphere is really nice, though.  It's a tablecloths and cloth napkins kind of place, and most people were in for business lunches.  The servers were good, and it's a classy vibe.\n\nOverall, after reading Yelp reviews, I would only come back here for the brunch or pasta trio.  Otherwise, there are cheaper and better options for lunch.", "business_id": "XmdTkxKyJd7TuDLoiic1kg", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "nPPc1heioNwcj5ekjcJDiw", "review_id": "qr-VdgF3L1DALugBb11uKw", "text": "Salmon and spaghetti squash moist and great flavor. Tiramisu, the best ever. I waited for 5 months to eat this dessert after losing 15 pounds.", "business_id": "XmdTkxKyJd7TuDLoiic1kg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0_ApKTgsq76Oalc6fo8Szg", "review_id": "1DKiWFgOYjS6QZNKmas68A", "text": "This place is fanfreakingtastic.  \n\nThusly, I have had their Chicken Ranchero Pizza and their Greek Pizza, and their cheesy breadsticks, and good. gravy.  I can't even put into words how good the pies were.  The toppings were all super fresh, the meat expertly seasoned, the sauces to die for.  Their list of gourmet pies is mindblowing; their variety and inventiveness is spectacular.  I was skeptical about feta and fontina on my pizza.  Mea culpa.  I don't know if I'll ever go back to just run of the mill plain pies ever again.\n\nI've had my orders delivered all three times I've ordered from the place since moving there, and while they're a bit slow, it's worth the wait.", "business_id": "nBl_NeArpL08MpoghDiA_A", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 10, "useful": 14, "cool": 17}, "user_id": "bhZ13wN_5lQrKX278AP_aw", "review_id": "VKmulG1aK2Lx3Dnk0eQnig", "text": "I finally tested Peppi's out last week in the Strip District on a Saturday afternoon.  Living in Squirrel Hill and going to school at CMU, I am a die-hard fan of Uncle Sam's subs, and I go there quite frequently.  I'm surprised that no one has compared Peppi's and Uncle Sam's because they are practically identical, minus Uncle Sam's throwing in free fries if you eat in.\n\nI ordered a cheesesteak ($7.22 w tax), after all of the cashiers agreed that it was one of the best sandwiches on the menu.  As promised, it was a delicious sandwich.  The bread was nice and fresh and the steak was good.  Additionally, the people working there were very friendly as well.  The portion was huge, and I got a meal and a snack out of my sub.\n\nIf you are looking for a quick sit-down or to-go lunch, Peppi's is a great place in the Strip for just that.", "business_id": "J011r7mUV1QhgLJ7GkrtMw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "E69Oa-bnz9WUbJaX5LE6Qg", "review_id": "ApQgMxQBu54frFXjABLJSQ", "text": "I stopped in for lunch and it was busy-- about 15-20min wait from the time I walked in till I got my order, but let me tell you, it was worth the wait. I had the oyster sandwich, clam chowder, and calamari. The oysters were very tender and I only wished the sandwich had a few more on it, cuz it wasn't very filling. Good thing I had the soup & calamari.. The clam chowder was sinfully delicious, with a heavy cream base and tons of flavor. The calamari was okay, nothing to brag about, but the sandwich and chowder couldn't have been better. \nThe oyster House is split up into two different restaurants next-door to each other.. To the right side is a sitdown restaurant with a bar and the left side is a casual quick stop shop with a counter to order at (which is where I chose to go). The interior is a bit dark & outdated and it doesn't have much of a welcoming atmosphere, but the outdoor tables in Market Square are a great option, weather permitting.", "business_id": "-KQ283hJkBO12u8XOrlCcQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PlxZxVocDOFMnmhlwYSYUw", "review_id": "BAoATC3ASwGQYR--4kME8A", "text": "My butthole hasn't been right for days, nor my stomach. \n\nWe ordered in because we all had a long day and were set to have a family movie night.\n\nA pizza and hoagie. \n\nThe hoagie wasn't anything to run and go scream from the rooftops about but the pizza was covered in little ass ruining intestinal demons and this I am nearly sure of.\n\nI had to be talked out of sending pizza Parma a bill for several rolls of toilet paper.\n\nBe weary of the pizza, distrustful actually.\n\nYour butthole will thank me for it!", "business_id": "SvoJ3Y3uqDfB4iGUaWXh8Q", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "eUIlLKXcPijf4fOp1akpOQ", "review_id": "9YApNK2rUnfXyxdg_QeqhQ", "text": "I love this place and order from them at least once a week. It's typical Americanized Chinese food but the food is very tasty and made promptly. I love the chicken and broccoli, shrimp egg rolls, and crab rangoon, in particular. I never eat in (there's a few tables), so I always pick up or get delivery. For pick up, my order is made quickly after I call; for delivery, it takes 45-60 mins. They have never once messed up on my order. Definitely check out this place if you're looking for some delicious Chinese take out.", "business_id": "KnlNwiIELDWAR686Bk2WJg", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Bw6bqjiM2psg5-j2HXziRw", "review_id": "79ck2U3tB5cTXloJz2H0-A", "text": "My favorite cheesesteak. It's tied with Spak Brothers' Pittsburgh Steak as it's a saucier, meatier beast. Order it with the house sauce and all the toppings. You'll never crave Primanti's again.\n\nDefinitely has the usual pizza place vibe, but is clean and well lit and has surprisingly ample seating. Angelo's is also a surprisingly fun spot for people watching with the large front window and the number of locals and regulars that walk in.", "business_id": "PTS4MxQel-xzj5qWxVn3LQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tx9t2inv77vIX2Dc0rg5uQ", "review_id": "3QXoLHEfe-K8monzEYR-iw", "text": "I am in town for work and I decided to order food from here. The food was awesome! I ordered the People's Special Biryani and they brought the food right to my hotel room. I will definitely order from here again the next time I'm in town.", "business_id": "PhIGoo9g6GBrqgH_6yZXXQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cBlrub58cAqt_ExQ_yHdvw", "review_id": "QHp1T6nmUD0mpIhSdyMKPA", "text": "The pho is excellent! Good portion, price. The rare beef was rare, unlike most places. The soup was very flavorful and delicately spiced, and you get all the types of condiments you could possibly want. Combine that with the good service - especially that friendly old man. The free tea served in ceramic adds to the feeling of authenticity.\n\nThe haters on these reviews probably aren't from around here. You can't compare this to little saigon or something - not the right locale or resources. But it's pretty damn good.", "business_id": "uBW3PIKqc-_eyG1_vdJn1w", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 5, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fSL20coJsOi_69A3u2OKcA", "review_id": "ZAkC3c13wFYx5KYMTLlbOg", "text": "This place knocked me out.\n\nI had garlic naan and the lamb Shahajahani.  The sauce was so good, I used all the naan to sop it up.  (The waiter told me it was OK to do that.  Not sure if it really was, but I don't care.  I wasn't gonna leave any.)\n\nI travel a lot, and enjoy finding little places like this that are inconspicuous, where you can get great food, great service at a really decent price.  I had what I described above, plus a half-carafe of their house wine (not spectacular, but who cares) for $29, tip included.  And it was a good tip.\n\nThe server was very friendly and helpful and took time to help select the best choice for what I was in the mood for. And, he thanked me about six times for coming in, which was really refreshing.\n\nThis beats Indian I've had in Boston, New York and Berlin.  Will definitely be back on next trip to Pittsburgh.", "business_id": "LN3OCT1xOedbf65xKzFSNw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UzqOYLCssQS2FBcDq5HwkA", "review_id": "38jAfgYtgb4vhb7wLHgALg", "text": "Hole in the wall - check.  Stern (at times) owner who rules his roost - check.\n\nI don't really trust a Vitnamese restaurant to be really really good unless it is a hole in the wall kind of place.   :)  And this place is good.  Now, my one beef with this restaurant is the limited menu.  But really, they do everything on the menu so well that you can't really complain.  And the prices are extremely reasonable.  Make sure you get the fresh rolls.  I usually get the vermicelli with a little bit of everything on top.  And unless you are ridiculously hungry, get the smaller bowl - it is still a lot of food.\n\nBYOB, so feel free to bring your own alcohol of choice.  I can't remember what the corkage fee is, probably because there is none, I believe.  And bring cash.", "business_id": "dxCqGkhtXq-9fYEsX7Mf6Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2007-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "t07Ko8NaHv2e4fJqAXJC8g", "review_id": "cDu16CrYSbBwzZNZFu9B-w", "text": "Pittsburgh isnt a city known for its culinary prowess, but there are little gems around town that I can always find myself going back to. Its not about amazing food, its not about cheap food, its about good value, and thats what Trams is. Their spring rolls might not be something to write home about, but the coconut vermicelli is great, and something you are seldom to find elsewhere, in fact, i havent ever had that anywhere else in my american dining experiences. vietnamese coffee is like intense dessert here, and a nice sugary-caffeinated pick me up thats not unwelcomed. Go to trams! get some noodles n'at!", "business_id": "dxCqGkhtXq-9fYEsX7Mf6Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aU_zecjEUd8ixDXqWrK2kQ", "review_id": "2BZdb_vitNR6R0_lMHDwWg", "text": "Come with my boyfriend when every time he visit pittsburgh! Very tasty, local, and affordable. Only problem is we have to park alone street. Other than that, foods is awesome here! Oh! Remind it's cash only!", "business_id": "dxCqGkhtXq-9fYEsX7Mf6Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gtJJBaQwTwE45NnNF0coVA", "review_id": "X1ypmUslf7gA65b1pLpoUw", "text": "Iconic diner so I've been told and the proof for me today was the fact that the parking lot was packed and there were at least 10 of us standing outside in line waiting IN THE RAIN for our turn at breakfast!  That says something either about the diner or about us (nevermind).\n\nThe line went fast and we had friendly and efficient service from our server, typical diner fare and what I expected.  It filled my stomach and I was happy.  I ordered french toast, bacon and orange juice -- nothing fancy.\n\nNote that they do not take credit cards.", "business_id": "--UE_y6auTgq3FXlvUMkbw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "z5ap03HKlU_9sWjIjFN0Eg", "review_id": "t6z6e-XifQI1Mkkn0s3DLQ", "text": "It's a diner. It's what you would expect from a diner: Decent food, friendly service, and reasonable prices. They keep the coffee coming, and your food is hot when you get it. I mean, really, what more do you want?", "business_id": "--UE_y6auTgq3FXlvUMkbw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lPuM7f_Q9qxsa5glZswB5g", "review_id": "T6AhMWsCUpwTEJlhPSIBJA", "text": "This place rules!  Family owned and run, it's a great neighborhood place to eat. The burgers, hand made and made to order are superlatively good.  I love that they don't have fries! Don't get me wrong, I love fries BUT who needs fry oil, old oil, more stuff? The burger is good enough. They're known too for great fish and steaks though I had burger after burger every time I went.\nI went with friends, another time with my kids, occasionally by myself and sat at the bar. Always good. The wait can be crazy long and they don't do reservations.  It was pretty yucky when they allowed smoking, thankfully, that's history.\nCLOSED Sunday!", "business_id": "vgXE1I7c9ElcfYyZfQiN1Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ofnheI30McQb0PuqkkP9ZA", "review_id": "gD6_V-R19Y2yNKznXtq46A", "text": "Stick with things off of the grill.  Also the Pittsburgh style chili is top notch.  I nice place for lunch.", "business_id": "vgXE1I7c9ElcfYyZfQiN1Q", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JIgTAFIyzDiF_uZSwnmWtg", "review_id": "kftnuH_d5n-Fu7br-Tp8ZA", "text": "Lived up to its reputation. Burger great. Home fries tasty.  Plus great local chit chat at nearby tables!", "business_id": "vgXE1I7c9ElcfYyZfQiN1Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Dso0hwl4r0SEEGn1qT35YQ", "review_id": "tu4xEzwgcU3eNeszXb-7-w", "text": "Ive been a fan of the Pleasure Bar from it the 60's ...it's current owners have kept some of the classic PB dishes,  along with their outstanding new menu.  \nMy only complaint is that service is sketchy at best.  Having to ask for set ups, for water, for bread, for menus.....just turns me off.  Our party of 4 had a variety of entrees, all were good, but were missing 'something'.  Salad dressing was incorrect, soup was given to wrong person, cheese for pasta came after the dish was almost finished.  We were told that the larger beer glasses were dirty and we had to take a smaller glass!  The servers were frazzled, and surly....not a great combo.   So if you want a great meal in Bloomfield, and don't mind service that is sub par, try the PB.", "business_id": "-Nanlb7SYXObqQ6dZ49UOg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EFWtebnI-k3aYcOTI8vBxw", "review_id": "RlC0r4D17Z8qgl2YgEV0iA", "text": "I came here for dinner with some friends the other night and it was pretty fun. It was really quiet when we got there and there weren't too many people. It wasn't crowded at all... surprisingly. \n\nWe all tried their pumpkin spice martini which is OUT OF THIS WORLD! I highly recommend it to everyone. It is so good! \n\nThe food on the other hand is just your standard pub fare. It doesn't taste particularly better than any food you'd get at any other pub. It was just okay. I had a buffalo chicken wrap which was good. \n\nOur waitress was on top of things which was nice, but then again, how could you not be on a slow night without many tables right? \n\nAnyway, we had a fun time here. As for the food, I probably wouldn't go back JUST for the food. If I were meeting  a group of people here, I'd definitely come back, but on my own, maybe not.", "business_id": "3zgswf_NfBJpeAoWeTkgMA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RaNZ3_-PWn1iCutoyEgQuA", "review_id": "VjA_PMm_nju0U8txeqOCVA", "text": "Lot 17 was clean, friendly, and had great service.  Hard to ask for anything more.  The minute I walked in I was greeted and the bartender/owner was very nice and recommended a great beer even giving me a sample first.  Everyone in the whole place, patrons and staff alike were pleasant and polite and nice to talk to.  It was a very enjoyable experience. I've had their pretzels and they are DELICIOUS.  I'm very excited to try their other food.  I will definitely be going back.\n\nUPDATE: I have had more of their food and it all holds up.  When I'm in the mood for french fries this is where I go.  Their potroast sandwich has become my ultimate go to comfort food and their salmon BLT is just, so good.  Their food combined with $3.50 22 oz yuenglings all day every day makes this a great spot.", "business_id": "7XXmky6YYjsvKFwho_eavg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qjzlmEtAXWSd7dBCdhDBOA", "review_id": "cjdMzV6vaufP02TzSBjR5Q", "text": "Had veal romano, it was excellent, some of the best veal I have had in a restaurant in years.  The pasta was also very good, I chose the Gorgonzola sauce, also very good.   The waitress was very friendly and the cost was reasonable.", "business_id": "5MChfa-jZfMo3vBpolkSbw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "b7fqzVSUr3Ih7LQfgbosaw", "review_id": "k4obnd02aK0Ltl3yYe2o6Q", "text": "fyi--no delivery!  still good for our purposes--carry out friday night.  \n\nRED CURRY soaked in sugar (but that's what makes it authentic!)\nPAD THAI passable but skimped on the green onions (definitely more authentic compared to whatever it is they call pad thai at Lulu's Noodles)\nYUM YAI salad nothing special but the SAUCE hit the spot\nTOM KHA GHA too heavy on the oil compared to better versions in my memory\n\nfor the price and proximity, will return probably for another carry out friday night but will probably head somewhere else if dining-in!", "business_id": "sxeuOMBRllOHXJTaUlI9kQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "otruxHRldaIduGmPxnLGIg", "review_id": "dlr3TIogYz5-sh3yS_rvXQ", "text": "Been back several times and it's still our favorite Thai in Pittsburgh. The pad Thai is very good, with a slight smoky flavor that keeps you coming back for more. It's a light pad this, not thick and gloopy, so your friends who only know to eat the pad Thai (assuming you have such friends) won't feel overloaded by their dinner. \n\nI now know not to eat green curry anywhere else! Did that recently on a trip to England and was bummed.", "business_id": "sxeuOMBRllOHXJTaUlI9kQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "up8pybT6RczZ6_e26W5uxQ", "review_id": "DxsHARCngkmyeHmpzqR1Yw", "text": "I debated posting the full story, but the service was very bad, and I'd like to justify my low rating.\n\nLet me just say, the food here was good when I actually had it. So good, I wanted to place a pick up order that a friend would get and bring to a party I was having.\n\nAt noon on a Friday I called Getaway to place an order for wings. \n\n1) When I asked how many wings were in an order I was placed on hold so the hostess could get a manager to answer my question. (Ok)\n2) After deciding to get a bucket I asked to pre-pay so that my friend would only need to pick up and go, I was put on hold again while the Manager got ANOTHER manager who knew how to run as credit card payment, (really?)\n3) I hung up after providing all my card info and letting them know the order would be picked up at 4pm.  When my friend got there, no one had any idea about the order and said that didn't have it, and that the earlier manager hadn't left any note. I told my friend to forget about it. (You've got to bee kidding)\n4) On the way out they stop her to say that the kitchen did indeed have the order made. GREAT! Except they still didn't know anything about a payment and she would have to pay for the order. (Oh, heck no!)\n\nThis was after already being there for 20 min and the wait staff were not remotely apologetic.  Not only had they failed to check with the kitchen in that time, but they expected double payment.  So they kept their wings and my card was still charged.  When I called on Monday to speak with a manager about the charge, I was told that none were there and they weren't sure when he'd arrive.  I called twice and had zero apology, help, or resolution.", "business_id": "ptmsW2SSeFD2I6vspJs0lQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5qx1_UsVr6fW3hetX_rCsA", "review_id": "MZbZK3Ij0RTH_8P0s-FCZg", "text": "Fiori's Pizza is so good! It is a very small little place if you want to eat in there but many people take pizza to go. The crust is like a sourdough like bread and it is so good. The sauce is a little sweet, the pizza is just amazing! It's very small in there and there are only like 3 booths, and 3 tables...in the evening it can get a little crowded inside from not only people eating in, but the people in line waiting to put their order in or picking up a to go order. Bottom line, I totally recommend getting Fiori's pizza.", "business_id": "r8jeeS3k_diihMDSu9IjlA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "2UC3rwRm6swuNFt_GhKOhw", "review_id": "No6woowsL8Mu6TfqL0mWXg", "text": "So happy we found this little gem! My friends and I had delicious food and great service. When we arrived, they had the lights in the dining room turned off but were more than happy to accommodate us to eat-in. The best part of our experience was the service. Our server was the owner, who told us she runs it with her husband, who is Greek. She was wonderful and took the time to chat with us and explain any questions we had about the menu. \n\nWe started with hummus, grape leaves and spanakopita to start. A few of us tried the Greek iced tea which is sweetened with cloves and cinnamon. It was VERY strong and I enjoyed it much more when I watered it down a bit. A very unique flavor and I would definitely give it a try if you are a tea drinker. We decided to split 2 dinners between the 4 of us and after the appetizers, it was more than enough food. The falafel platter with fries was ok, but the souvlaki plate with rice was definitely my favorite! We finished the evening with tiramisu and baklava, both were delicious. I was so full after our entrees, but seriously could have devoured 5 plates of that baklava. \n\nWe had a large, great dinner for 4 which only cost around $60. If you like Greek food, give this place a try!", "business_id": "cH8I7JgPXcrcutT1a3YrjQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "n5xDCeUAqylS6ShVEfQj1Q", "review_id": "JPcXlZlgotUtMbOFmbtLiA", "text": "This restaurant has a lovely atmosphere. It's beautifully decorated. Our server was attentive. We started out with a hummus platter. It was just ok, the pita was pretty dry. I ordered the chicken Romano it was absolutely delicious. The pasta that came with it was also good. I will be back again soon.", "business_id": "cESul2ojJOjadz-7BKB5eg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "NlZhAvUFyK7c3i_4iBv9nQ", "review_id": "x_SZWV51bdIYgEaccAEKOA", "text": "My son and I stopped by China Gate after a movie in the Galleria.  We had eaten there before when it was called Mark Pi's China Gate.  The food was very good.  I think it's changed hands and here's why.  We were seated and given menus.  We placed our order with the waiter and not less than 3 minutes later, ALL of our food was brought out.  I was shocked.  There was no way this order was prepared and cooked that fast.  My son took one bite, I didn't even bother, and we called the waiter back over.  I told her I expected fresh food, not some hidden buffet that had been sitting out.  I got up to leave and she called the manager who tried to force me to pay.  I refused.  I will never go back.  There is such a thing as food too fast.  If I wanted fast food I'd have gone to Mickey D's.", "business_id": "vs3UrHaSnzFOxmFU2UAfxQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-Gdjho_gZhgTXkYmSPy0qw", "review_id": "1UxKnXwaVx45bIb5Ayy57A", "text": "I'm well overdue for an update of this place, as it slowly became one of my regular spots in Pittsburgh since the review of my first visit.\n\nHere's what you need to know: This is the most authentic pizza in Pittsburgh. Hands down. There are NO other contenders. In fact, this is the ONLY place in Pennsylvania that is VPN (Verace Pizza Napoletana)-certified to make a true DOC pizza, so it's not really a debatable point.\n\nIf you don't like authentic pizza, fine (but I think you're insane). For me, having the most authentic pizza also means they make the best pizza. DOC margherita pizza is one of my favorite foods in the world, and I ate it at least once a week when I was living in Florence. Il Pizzaiolo is very, very, very close to the real thing in Italy. If you call yourself a pizza snob, you need to get here, order a DOC margherita with mozzarella di bufala, and maybe a rucola e proscuitto while you're at it. You can thank me later.\n\nThe pasta is also excellent, but not as good as Dish in the South Side so I only order it if I'm with a group. Pizza, though. Mmmmm...", "business_id": "6-rJjW6ITl5o_FliiNgZRA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Ckpw1EviYpIA2tyqGRR8RQ", "review_id": "R2Fczo21A9GtX2CmZE1vNA", "text": "Good experience, will def. come back if I'm in town for work again!", "business_id": "mPlWLIA4pkHMRtlQDm6UyQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "kYLW6qP1Lb2SlF1vcHnTbg", "review_id": "RrveQuro8YYjwnmv9WSAgA", "text": "Just as good as Sq. Hill location.  Mineo's is as good as it gets.  The pies are straightforward and not fancy.  No reason for them to be.  This location is also byob - bonus!", "business_id": "sa3xqElJEv97MazozLeszw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7vD0PMMzS2xUvIslL6ASnQ", "review_id": "u5cIfEGQ3sndznXh5R4ZUg", "text": "Went here for anniversary dinner after last minute search on yelp. Great food - my boyfriend was nervous about trying Asian fusion for the first time but we were able to get familiar and delicious spring rolls and dumplings for appetizers.  For dinner we got seared tuna and scallops, our first foray into Pittsburgh seafood after moving here from NJ, and were not disappointed.  They have an extensive wine list (I had two generous glasses of angeline pinot noir) and a great-looking cocktail menu (I don't usually go for hard liquor but I found myself uncharacteristically indecisive with so many interesting-looking choices).  Pricey, but on par for the quality of food plus cocktails - would go back on another special occasion.  Also pleased to find they have a (albeit small) parking lot.", "business_id": "9SPwF-vRgtuHxciFxv5YLA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LUrwcYCJt9agDBW4LO_AAw", "review_id": "kOkHsGwnDzs8RD-LllCofw", "text": "Soba is usually my pick to use my free entree coupon from the Big Burrito restaurant group and there's a reason I keep going back. It's fantastic! It's a bit pricey, but not stuffy or pretentious at all. Their food menu changes daily and takes advantage of local and seasonal ingredients, but if they ever get rid of the Chocolate Pretzel Stack desert, they might have a mutiny on their hands! Their recent remodel really opened up the space, yet it still feels very cozy. The servers are always friendly and attentive and I've never had a bad experience here. Definitely a great \"special occasion\" or romantic restaurant.", "business_id": "9SPwF-vRgtuHxciFxv5YLA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 5, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "GsxATjtt87MMYf_HfvAF9Q", "review_id": "Y1ImNjsbz-TEzSRyk1IQQA", "text": "According to the Pittsburgh Magazine, this is supposedly one of the best 25 restaurants in Pittsburgh. Clearly they have never been out of their city, county or state. I suggest they take a trip to Philly and try some of the good Japanese food. Regardless, the snapper/fluke/yellowtail yuzu jalape\u00f1o is a nice touch, but not a must try. Service is sketchy here at best.", "business_id": "Cy9XgM3ZG2jZ1ganvolb6Q", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "g8UMNVmzZKRqeK01V0ALfA", "review_id": "hcuY01IAYGkwCWEGgCoBcQ", "text": "As a cocktail lover (more than a sports-bar fan), Harris' is by far my favorite bar in the area. I can't even count the amount of times I've gone here with a group of girls and the waitresses have had to manage trays and trays of frozen cosmo's (which, like many have mention, at about $3 for happy hour = awesome). They have a vast and eclectic cocktail menu; another of my favorites from which is their caramel appletini with a floating apple slice in it.\n\nI'm also a big fan of their food; most notable the buffalo chicken dip which has a really strong, zesty flavor and their Thanksgiving burger (ground turkey w/ cranberry, a little bit of gravy sauce, and mash potatoes on the side). Also, who can forget free bacon Tuesdays? This place has it all.", "business_id": "rgmptwPbBH1wLpiBHcbIhA", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "o9XGClSBzCsQxbcCzTPdnQ", "review_id": "Ra6XNSXoYku5iL-Jl4VkUw", "text": "I have so many fond memories of coming here in the summertime with my sisters or friends to relax and unwind after a long day with a few frozen cosmos. For $3 at happy hour, you seriously cannot beat this price. They are incredibly strong, so I always say no to the extra shot of Cassis, but if you are feeling adventurous, it's only $1 more for the extra shot! Anytime friends come to visit from out of town, they ask if we can please go get some frozen cosmos. Apparently I talk about them a lot...\n\nFrozen cosmos aside, the food is actually pretty good as well. I really enjoy the turkey burger filled with cranberry stuffing as well as the upstate chicken riggies. This is definitely Western PA chicken, piggie, wedding riggie gone very very right. I love the combination of vodka sauce with fresh bell peppers. And who doesn't like tots on the side? Brings me back to my childhood, stealing tots from friends at school whose parents let them buy their lunches.\n\nThis is the perfect place to go with friends. Go in the spring, summer, or fall when it's nice enough to sit outside on the patio, kick back with a few fro cos, and enjoy friends. You won't be disappointed.", "business_id": "rgmptwPbBH1wLpiBHcbIhA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FHe52usSwxTGrCgRbysv1w", "review_id": "rkCoJLmSk1hFRWahopia7Q", "text": "What a cool place. We were having a bad night out for food. One place packed one place blaaaaa. We walked out of place two. That's when we went to Shadyside and went to The Harris Grill. We have seen it before but never have gone and I'm not sure what we waited. Cool place great atmosphere and the food was top notch. My wife went with the steak salad with the steak RARE and they hit the mark. I had a sample and it was great. Me I opted for the vegetarian zucchini pasta dish. It was awesome. Zucchini, olives, fresh mozzarella, other vegetables with pesto. My wife had a glass of the house Cab and I had a nice Otter creek pale ale but in retrospect I wish I would have went with a nice Blanc. Great place defiantly give it a try........", "business_id": "rgmptwPbBH1wLpiBHcbIhA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PR6MIQ84vm9wzOr85Bt5TA", "review_id": "WGO1EsZDLDDB88WJHv1Lxg", "text": "Everything about our experience was wonderful!!  We had made a reservation because we had a large party - our table was ready and waiting for us (this was a Friday night about 6:30). Our waitress was friendly and kept up with our many requests - from drinks to appetizers to dinner.  The food all came out together - (we had salads, burgers, seafood entree) so there was a variety and everyone was pleased with their dinners.  Will definitely go back!!", "business_id": "i_nkxbd7feg44QkdbG05UA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "csNALHN2BVA7hVgC9ge-VQ", "review_id": "SPldotg_NFTRcARXEBv7Kw", "text": "Gotta love this Shadyside staple. \n\nThis versatile bar has served me for many a purpose, between school events, escape from overfilled Wednesday wine nights that happen down the street, a quick cheap bite or dinner, a staple miller lite under the outdoor tent, or even, to do homework while watching Sunday pro football. \n\nGreat people, quick service, hospitable people and a small, yet satisfying menu. Versatile and savory you will stay here long enough to get hungry again from lunch and repeat what my friend Matt did yesterday: Order the best thing he's ever eaten on the menu [the pulled chicken sliders] to his dire end of the night mistake [the Voodoo wings]. Delicious, but I quote: \"there isn't enough blue cheese to eat a dozen of these bad boys\" and people trying to help lighten the load, will suffer the consequences.\n\nMake sure to say hi to the awesome bouncers on your way in, try not to get into a fight to spill a perfectly good full glass of Vodka Redbull and almost take out my chair and you should be good to go. Keep it up!", "business_id": "vSZDiKiF8vf9zt_BcDL7GQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_dxSKSMm-UITJN_MKPfrQA", "review_id": "i0G7ZdI3nNR9125l8JDkmA", "text": "I would love to give this place a good rating but wow, three times in a row you guys struck out. The average wait time per customer is usually around 5 minutes... So if there's 6 people or more in front of you, allow yourself at least 20-30 minutes.\n\nI just do NOT understand why this location is so slow... I would not recommend this spot to anyone, unless your in a real pinch.", "business_id": "sQWSHCIH_HUT4HUXaxDaBA", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4L7EDnBOiWWlNDCxLoxjlg", "review_id": "YGXgbAEPteVpXO7jPZfxAw", "text": "We recently moved from Pittsburgh to Palo Alto, CA.  It's beautiful, and the food is great, but we've yet to find an Italian restaurant that is even half as good as Girasole.  Pittsburgh has one of the greatest Italian restaurants around in this little gem just off Walnut street.  \n\nFrom the sunflower salad oil to their filet special, and the pumpkin ravioli, I never once in 10 years had a bad dinner here.  Never even had an okay dinner.  They were all outstanding, and served with such personality that we always felt welcomed by Jimmy and his family.", "business_id": "xgK6AAhJ-cYBUCSaLzgTuw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dKrF2Ka_7kFO0qdxwIUmkg", "review_id": "iMgMBbOsAQKP-i8mc4e-Xg", "text": "My first visit and first meal in Pittsburgh and I absolutely loved it! Jimmy the Pie, the owner and charmer of the restaurant,made us feel right at home. The food was delicious and so was the company in service!", "business_id": "xgK6AAhJ-cYBUCSaLzgTuw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 10, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "9VchlXuamJnUX5gcqgJwjw", "review_id": "_yMKrLafOXX0tKWP4oYGog", "text": "Pittsburgh is a funny city. There are fantastic high end restaurants (e.g. Tamari, Spoon, 9 on 9, 11, etc...), but not so many medium-to-low-end restaurants. Well, La Feria is the clear exception. For $15 (or less) you can have an amazing Peruvian meal. \n\nMy wife and I are experimenting with vegetarianism (I know, we're missing out on a lot of yummy meals!), and La Feria is particularly great for us. They always have 2 veggie specials that are great. Last night I had this bean and pumpkin dish which was fantastic.\n\nThe atmosphere is pretty laid back and the staff are friendly, so for a quick and tasty dinner, this is the place to go.", "business_id": "Z-BI5HJmC2HcpiVuXwVM3A", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Jou7l2wJvM7ZgqspikTw9Q", "review_id": "3k_QYq5csZ59xiYxdMyyYw", "text": "I guess I like Pamelas.\n\nTheir hotcakes are awesome, though they do need to distribute their brown sugar around instead of getting them in lumps here and there.  Their potatoes are good; I like 'em.  Their corned beef hash is mixed with their potatoes, which I dig, except that their corned beef is too salty :(.  Their tex mex omelete is pretty bad, but I guess that's Pittsburgh.\n\nDespite that, I still go to Pamelas too often for my wallet's liking.", "business_id": "TxKmAsKQjND5vbhBdUSyIA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "kRBfcqmpsVE9pyHjTjIR_g", "review_id": "z2ZgW67irlme0Fgr5heIfg", "text": "Not the place for local, organic, grass-fed, gourmet riff-raff. Pamela's is known for stick-to-your-ribs diner food and they do it very well. Definitely my go-to for weekend brunch or hangover recovery in Pittsburgh. The Oakland location you'll find is often full of Pitt or Carnegie Mellon students, whereas the Squirrel Hill and Shadyside locations usually have a more yuppie-type clientele.\n\nPamela's hotcakes are a masterpiece. Never mind that they use pounds and pounds of butter for these hotcakes, you'll be hard-pressed to find pancakes/crepes as delicious as these. What's great is that they can be eaten alone in a savory manner, or piled with fruit and whipped cream and more butter for a sweeter breakfast experience. The lyonnaise potatoes are also something to marvel at. You can ask them to griddle the potatoes a little longer for a crispier taste, which I definitely recommend. \n\nThe omelets are all pretty standard fare here, but they do them consistently well every time I've been. Best thing is that most combinations or menu items will only run you at about $8-10, with tip and tax about $13. Pretty awesome. Only downside is that it's cash only, but since there are a couple ATM's and a PNC nearby, it can be overlooked. \n\nOverall, come here for some of the best breakfast comfort food that Pittsburgh has to offer.", "business_id": "TxKmAsKQjND5vbhBdUSyIA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4jGnjQUArjFKOnxShpGLXw", "review_id": "vHS8oDBbm08McI-vJJYxEA", "text": "My favorite crepe place! Another location on Craig Street. Yay!\n\nThey only take cash though and usually have strange hours. Plus it's packed at peak hours on weekends. \n\nSalmon dishes or anything with nutella is amazing. They also have Orangina!", "business_id": "cmGR1HS9ms233roSllcglw", "stars": 5, "date": "2007-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UZhNbC4E31-Hjx7SVA3hdw", "review_id": "E_mVQSeqIh2CgkeCNaCuWA", "text": "General tso's chicken... was bad... just bad... too soy saucy... it needs more tanginess... It didn't taste the way that it should be... \n\nI am never going to order their General tso ever again. Never ever whatsoever!", "business_id": "Q9BXMPu2HnRDMq9X_2rHrQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "D1G8W0SgCbsKTv7cAqKcNg", "review_id": "ShDWPx8m-a95VxFQQ4mGVA", "text": "Definitely a Chinese gem in the South Hills!  Family owned and operated.  It's a husband (chef) and wife (waitress) team that owns/runs the place and my family and I have been coming here for years.  \n\nThe food has always been good and fresh.  I always get a bowl of their rice soup and it always hits the spot.  I know that's it's probably a very simple dish to make, but that's definitely my go-to appetizer at this place.  Also the egg roll isn't greasy but always crispy and fresh so I highly recommend.\n\nWe usually order the chicken with garlic sauce and a beef dish and haven't been disappointed.  When it gets crowded, service can be slower but be patient since it's only the husband and wife team that are holding down the fort.  \n\nI feel like it's one of those places that people go to for years and get to know the owners and the owners get to know you, so definitely worth 5 stars in my opinion.", "business_id": "lI-LWQETbT8RivEHt-7jJg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "sApvvvnEp4Z-4do3a1pDgg", "review_id": "yV6c0eUd6VqAn7L2LpNZsw", "text": "Uncle Sam's gets the award for best cheese steak in the Burgh. This was a frequent lunch stop for me when I worked in the area. As I recall they only take cash so, if you only have a card on you, rob a bank or something because you do not want to miss out on this. Cheese steaks are top-notch but if you get there earlier in the day try the provolone and egg sub as a special breakfast treat. Then go back for lunch.... and dinner.\n\nTip: You must add sweet potato fries to your order - I think this is actually a law in all 50 states.", "business_id": "-tcf1WSfc2iNRf75AMW6pw", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QgjpswI8daFpl2_413qqFQ", "review_id": "hK6J1C5wc8DJO12Zmnp6Bg", "text": "Don't come here for the atmosphere, come for a taste of what Slavic/Polish food is supposed to taste like. As someone who spent years in Pittsburgh but never ate here until recently, it is a revelation. \n\nI know this was on the Food Network and all, but it's not really a dive as places in this area go. It's a standard working class lounge with a restaurant in the back that happens to serve darn good food, if that kind of food is your cup of tea. \n\nIf you have never had standard Slavic food, you won't find it much better anywhere outside of the old country. Go try it.", "business_id": "ufyh6h4GsR-RYY2lC_Iz7w", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "VhI6xyylcAxi0wOy2HOX3w", "review_id": "5GYssmyFLKZYBxX78yBPYg", "text": "Easy in, easy out. Taco Bell is probably one of the easiest to eat and drive. As long as you dig into the burrito just right, it's not going to spill all over you while you're piloting a two ton missile down the highway at 115 feet per second.\n\nI pulled into this TB at 1AM and wasn't paying a whole lot of attention. There's apparently a script. She said \"Can you confirm your order on the screen\" and I just kept saying \"No, that's my complete order\" because I was busy checking in on Yelp and not paying attention. I'm sure that she was halfway to calling the cops and reporting a DUI as I drove off with my \"fourth meal.\"", "business_id": "vtJAnB4gBgTJKv3mOnOF_w", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_ma5L1ypUiIp9p-UdeyVLA", "review_id": "JqIWcc7cy5ZAlqry2mSYwQ", "text": "If you ever thought it was impossible to wait too long in the drive-thru, while you are the ONLY person there.....drop in on this hole in the wall.  It is possible!", "business_id": "5vLVIomtminS_q8itJquEQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-09-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KF6AYvh69EIuAaUsYbJF3Q", "review_id": "NdeIo6r_EzluYoLxI7ynEw", "text": "I had the garlic parmesan wings and they were really good. The service was great and quick, I was recommended this place and will recommend to someone else. I'm looking forward to trying their other wing flavors.", "business_id": "lX3XYcMWoRlHjrmkoGNefQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ts7EG6Zv2zdMDg29nyqGfA", "review_id": "yCNU90u1NoQg9K7XTCpTdg", "text": "Never eaten here so this review is literally only for the Octoberfest  event they host.\n\nOne word...fun!  Tons of authentic german music and lots of happy smiley people dancing around and having a ball eating brats and red cabbage.  That's the scene here.  I've been 2 years running and I'm a fan for life.\n\nIt can get expensive and note they only take cash.  I had 4 liters of beer (2 people) and 2 brats w/red cabbage and it was $65.  Wow...kinda pricey but remember you are paying for the tents, the music and the chance to really get into the Octoberfest vibe!", "business_id": "2_0P2AmSSFtPgddio0MgYA", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 4, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RYkCobCYYZ2HqL6TdEqoqQ", "review_id": "l9NwBCBKA_TYXDVrVOrCnw", "text": "Olde German Schnitzel Haus, our local award winning Germany restaurant, closed at the end of August. \n\nI found no less than three German restaurants, while searching on Yelp, and oddly enough they were all exactly one hour from Hickory: \n(1) \"Berliner Kindl German Restaurant\" in Black Mountain. (Bookmarked)\n(2) \"The German Restaurant\" in Yadkinville. (Fantastic!)\n(3) \"Waldhorn Restaurant\" in Pineville. (Bookmarked)\n\nI have had Waldhorn on my \"to try list\" seemingly forever, so I headed toward Pineville for lunch.\n\nThe exterior of the restaurant is restaurant beautiful to me. It gave me the impression that I was in for something special. I didn't bother to take any photos because there are already so many on Yelp. The interior is virtually the same as every other German restaurant that I've ever visited, and that's okay with me.\n\nI had every intention of ordering German sausages, sauerkraut, fried potatoes, and German beer, but they had a dish on the lunch menu that sounded appetizing. It was a veal dish with sauteed mushrooms in a brown gravy atop Sp\u00e4tzle, accompanied by saut\u00e9ed vegetables. This dish sounded good to me so I changed my mind at the last minute. It was delicious, but it was very plain Jane looking, so I didn't take any photos. \n\nI was seated immediately, but it took a good ten minutes for the young male bartender to stop talking golf and NASCAR before he pulled my Spaten lager. When he did get around to his duties, he did a very good job. In a word: perfect pour.\n\nNote: Spaten brewery was started in the year 1397, and it is delicious beer!  This was by far the best German beer that I've ever had, and of course it paired perfectly with German cuisine. I found it to also be deceptively potent. \n\nThe Spaten Oktoberfest beer was fantastic as well!\n\nI enjoyed Waldhorn, and it was well worth the hour's drive. This is a great German restaurant, which I highly recommend.", "business_id": "2_0P2AmSSFtPgddio0MgYA", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ncHyBw9G0ez6bpbZtaFtjQ", "review_id": "Jg6UDzTVCqZh_NjFoShlaQ", "text": "Huge disappointment.\n\nI wanted a real deli sandwich (not Subway).  I thought I'd give this place a try.  $10.00 got me a 6\" meatball sub on a white bun, Lay's potato chips, and a pickle spear, with a regular soda.  The sub was not one bit better than Subway.  This was a complete waste of my time and money.  I could have had the same exact thing (sans the pickle), and chosen my own chips from a variety.  \nThey have a lot of food on the menu; I have no idea how the soups, salads, etc. are.  All I know is that I couldn't even find a list of the types of bread they offer on the menu.  This place is hard to navigate, and the food quality is not worth the trouble.\n\nUPDATE:  Went back for lunch (at a friend's request) on Tuesday (11/1).  I had the chicken club salad and a cup of the Southwestern Chicken Chili.  Both were quite good.  My bill:  $14.90.  I'll up the rating to 2 stars, as the food is OK (not great), but it is WAY overpriced.", "business_id": "_Bz6YWNI5bi0gqQI4GLvqQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "nNh9tn1H4s4RT5x9mD3MYA", "review_id": "Xz_bxnoIkL9uCz51urDhiA", "text": "Went there on 10/22/14. Service was nice. Server was nice but so ditsy. Ordered bruschetta. Came out fast, but entr\u00e9e's came out 50 mins later. Ordered eggplant parmigiana. Tasted burned. Waitress took my credit card and we waited almost 10 minutes for our credit card slip and she was so unorganized.", "business_id": "SVKC_-gIQFkHElZ6bFsE6g", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VoPfJcozBzNzt5IiY1-Eyg", "review_id": "PXnP_xe2yJcjXg6EnRbvHg", "text": "It's not a very good LongHorn. Every time we've came here we've had to wait FOREVER and then we usually have bad service. I like the LongHorn in Rock Hill much better because it has better service and better food.", "business_id": "AUDuCSWYzzRP3H2w7TxtuQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6GX9q1ofezYSYUMBqX7FVw", "review_id": "gcESxCIvb00m5oR2VO1mdw", "text": "My server was fantastic!  Food great good server recommendations!  Highly recommend!  Lucian server!", "business_id": "4WsTFTH8GgnyFHwrH9nHzA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "q200TCFOheJfS_MvvwMfJw", "review_id": "TI0JhnAer_i6I1bOdrn7Vg", "text": "iHop is one of our favorite restaurants for late night suppers. We prefer not to go when the rest of the area eats. Our experiences there have been mixed. Servers that I can recommend are Spring & Tiffany who will go the extra distance to make sure you have plenty to drink & refresh your hot maple syrup.\n\nUnfortunately we have also had servers who think that making you wait 1/2 hour or more for your check is the way to win a big tip. In that instance the server never returned & we had the meal comped by the manager who told us that she had gone across the street for baby formula. As we were leaving she was pulling up. Another server told me that the reason we had to wait so long to leave was because she had to go to the bathroom. On one of our most recent visits our server told us that the reason that our food was cold, that we got no drink refills, that he couldn't give us our check in a timely manner was because he was \" running around like a chicken with his head cut off.\"\n\nMy wife had ordered cheese soup & a sandwich when we had the chicken as a waiter. The soup came out cold & it resembled snot. The manager took it off our bill.\n\nOn our last visit the manager served us herself & it was a great meal with excellent service. I like iHop because its cheap & you get decent sized portions. I love the all you can eat pancakes even though I can never eat more than a single plate. \n\nIf you're worried about shenanigans dining there late at night don't worry. Pineville stations an officer there from 12am - 5am.", "business_id": "T1jYZFB_7cqdhuvzpxfFWQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VDAbMc0V5R_cFjvxynXmig", "review_id": "9fNbf1ifBJX4on5KReKVpA", "text": "Basic dive with boiled dogs, some toppings, and french fries.  No frills served on Styrofoam plates.  Interesting throw back to days gone by and that's their hook.", "business_id": "LT0AgHTpDifuHSXgyLmJwg", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xj1c4eVolIdusAEDvNXbUA", "review_id": "Eb6EUUe0qx67om22xHaXsw", "text": "We went there on a Friday night and the place was packed.  Staff greeted us immediately and sat us quickly.  Food was great.  We shared the fried pickles and had the crawfish burrito and the \"what is it\".  I can't stress enough on how excellent the services was.  For as crowded as they were it was quite amazing we were treated like royalty!", "business_id": "ePP0Eqz8JKSbtdt2phiB4A", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lVk2LcYATHFD0qeo4Iy77A", "review_id": "asmqDeUvPGfy_FnvpWDf4Q", "text": "In Charlotte for business and wanted some good local fair.  Fired up the Yelp and see Alexander Michael's getting awesome scores.  The map says 1.5 miles away and I don't have a car - going to have to hoof it.\n\nShow up about 7:30pm on a Wed.  Place wasn't crowded at all and I got sat right away.  The staff was nice.  I ordered the Fried Pickles as an appetizer.  Some people say they are too salty and I say, \"Well, they're pickles.\"  They get paired up with a cup of ranch, but I think they would have been better with Blue Cheese.  Hint: use just a little ranch on your fried pickle.\n\nNext up was a bowl of Spicy Crab Soup.  This is pretty much an enchilada soup with crab meat in it.  Not that that's a bad thing.  It's good soup.  But spicy?  No.  No it is not.\n\nMain course is the Blackened Catfish Sandwich.  This right here is what I'm talking about.  The filet is a monster.  A tasty, flakey monster.  They pair it up with a tarter sauce (did I detect a pepper in there?  Chipotle maybe?) and some kind of other sauce that was like a chunky salsa/sweet-n-sour thing.  Doesn't matter.  I dumped both of them on.  It was tasty as all get out.  I devoured the enormous sandwich. The side dish I chose was the Broccoli Slaw and honestly, it tasted like 'healthy'.  Skip it.  Do the cajun fries instead.", "business_id": "ePP0Eqz8JKSbtdt2phiB4A", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "NKuxN5ZC2hMV0Gyd8v0W7Q", "review_id": "b-T9CO0g8EdriLPLBTbgSA", "text": "Alexander Michael's is what you wish your local bar/brewpub was like. It truly is a throwback to what I imagine old neighborhood bars were like where yes, everybody did know your name and you always left with a smile on your face. Others have said it here, but I am going to go ahead and reiterate that this spot is truly a gem and all the people inhabiting the 4th Ward of Charlotte are lucky to have it. \n\nWhat makes it so special? Well, as alluded to above, the quaint neighborhood feel of the restaurant itself goes a long way and its impact cannot really be done justice by words--you just have to go there! The staff is welcoming and friendly, and you most certainly are made to feel like a regular (even if you are not like this guy). The few times that I've been here, the tavern is always filled with jovial conversations, laughter, and a real community feeling. \n\nThe food is typical American pub food fare but done extremely well. I've never been disappointed with anything that I've ordered here, nor has anyone that I've come to Al Michael's with. In terms of starters, the spicy crab soup is excellent and the black bean hummus also hits the spot. For your main grub, the ruben, half pound burger, London broil, and quinoa black bean vegetable burger (did I mention they have a surprising number of healthier options?) are staples when we go. The side dish options also bring the goods with choices such as fries, Cajun fries, spicy black beans, or a big ol' baked potato (this option probably gives you the best bang for your buck!). \n\nRight now your taste buds are most likely waking up but you're concerned about what you're going to wash all that delicious food down with. Well, stop your fretting because this spot has a rotating line-up of high quality draft beers with a huge emphasis on North Carolina beers and an even greater emphasis on Charlotte specific brews. Problem solved! On top of that, there is also a full bar and a few selections in the wine department. \n\nOh, and when is the best time to check this spot out? Right before you head out to a Panthers game of course!", "business_id": "ePP0Eqz8JKSbtdt2phiB4A", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ly4rR54oXL-LCVo947piSQ", "review_id": "SswyUOPssXzOBNZQgQVeqA", "text": "Highly disappointed!  Morton's use to be the \"go to\" place for steak. The last two times I have been there were not good. It appears that the oven was too hot.  My steak was not cooked to the right temperature - well vs medium well. The bread was dark on the surface with the onion pieces black. Even dessert was over cooked and felt like eating fluff when usually it is flowing with chocolate.  On the other hand, the seafood was undercooked and the shrimp not deveined.", "business_id": "Lt9o2RmacVY2L-IWLA8uTg", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qam9VrpXlnX6QO6PtBfoDg", "review_id": "BRQ8EwHwcidQtigscATr6A", "text": "This place is awesome, best hotdogs I've had in a long time. The Carolina dog is great, fries are good, fresh cut and the staff is friendly.", "business_id": "gpCtDCSXIoQx70cq9itfNA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EPCnL_c63KjmJ9EVB6kM5w", "review_id": "f-ku1joXKH93rCOMY8f70w", "text": "I've been here quite few times and while F&H isn't perfect it's better than so e of the reviews here make it sound. First the bad, like other reviews have mentioned, sometimes the service can be bit slow. It's usually fine but it admittedly has a few more bad days than some other places. On the other hand they have pretty solid lunch specials, great wings (the Hot BBQ are delicious), and some nice beer specials ($2.50 drafts on Thursday ($2 domestics), Yes Please!) They also have plenty of TVs and a pretty good customer rewards program and when it comes to a sports bar, what more do you really need.", "business_id": "-6JY1T0w4XETux5kGOj84g", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "BxM2sc176XP7Qz8avM0iSQ", "review_id": "U3l9GRkrI_SSGPykJ-2y7g", "text": "Have been to Ri Ra's a few times now and the food has been great. The roof patio is awesome when the weather is nice, I love all the wood and pub feel of the place.  I haven't gone for just drinks yet when it's busy, but I have the feeling it's a good vibe. Great burgers and sandwiches!", "business_id": "WuCcv_Dyd_1B_1-4jwK7sQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bIOg3bUfk_2NfjhdPV6YZg", "review_id": "tK1O2ZcdmUfdS6K6NZZqjw", "text": "Just average unfortunately.  The good:  My drink...dark and stormy is going to be my new standby.  The mediocre:  Everything else.\n\nBurger was just so so as were the fries.  The burger was the 704...I honestly can't remember if It even came w/ the pickle chips.  The really really low point of the meal was the desert. The bread pudding was ice cold and hard as a rock. It did come smothered with a caramel sauce, but that couldn't save it.  When asked how our food was I was honest and could tell the waiter was taken aback. I mean seriously, don't ask me if you don't wanna know.  I was polite about it, but said that the dessert was just average.  And questioned why it was cold.  Bread pudding is always warm no?  He also got docked a few points for twice trying to take my plate while I still had more then half of my food left.  He actually removed my girlfriend's drink while she was still working on it!  \n\nIt was nice to have a late night eating option in uptown, but unless someone else wants to go I won't be back.", "business_id": "WuCcv_Dyd_1B_1-4jwK7sQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6YGJZN-unDth3y_Kf7dwOg", "review_id": "azj6RsQBNEPHgwAmww3G3w", "text": "It is my opinion there are no good Chinese restaurants Uptown, and Soho Bistro continues to prove me right.\n\nI have been here two or three times now, and I tend to order the more \"authentic,\" or less popular items such as the beef noodle soup, Japanese ramen, and they have both let me down.\n\nAlso, whenever I come here for dinner I am literally the only customer in the dining area. I think that Soho Bistro must really be only a lunch place.", "business_id": "rT-iPtIXMKj3dTcl87lbOw", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Vtun-rLOZBnfQWqcnBxtOA", "review_id": "KiNd3jxn04LAUq440p7iCQ", "text": "I had some time to kill this afternoon and was in the Downtown area looking for some lunch.  I was planning to catch a movie at the Epicenter and wanted some grup nearby.  It was a toss-up between Hooters and Champions and since I'd never been to Champions I decided to give it a try......\n\nWhen I first entered the place I stood by the hostess booth for about 5 minutes and nobody came to greet me or show me to a table...... or anything.  Then, some more patrons arrived and were waiting in line behind me.  This is when a waitress who was taking orders at a nearby table told is we could sit wherever we wanted so I decided to sit downstairs since the upstairs was crowded with kids.  So I make my way downstairs and sit a a table for about 5 minutes and no one notices I'm there.......  So I make my way over to the other side of the room and sit at a booth literally 3 feet from the bar and no one notices me........  The guy that was waiting on the booths was busy watching a college football game with some patrons..... So I get up and sit at the bar where the bartender quickly got my drink and took my order.  I got the classic burger with bacon, lettuce and tomato along with a side of fries.\n\nThe food came out fairly quickly.  The burger was very good!!  And so were the fries.  I really have no regrets about the food or the bartender, but the place is kind of dark and relaly is a '90s relic, I mean, they have a mural of LJ with David Robinson and BJ Armstrong among others.......  I understand having LJ on there but Robinson?  BJ?  Shouldn't Kemba and Big Al be on there?\n\nOh well, I thought the bill was fair.  I think it was $10 and change for a very good burger and fries with a pepsi and refill.\n\nI might visit again if I'm in the area and want a good burger, but I'd also like to see what else is out here.\n\nHappy Yelping!!", "business_id": "vIXUw1cLG84-m8LzOg3f-w", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8ED8BPCXKXZnGsVMyl5Bhw", "review_id": "8mRGSQ04g9EuBF3LKB1uVA", "text": "Better-than-average bar food with a great atmosphere. It's kind of a standard place to find yourself in nights out uptown...you won't expect to have your socks knocked off by anything, but you also won't have a bad time. It's spacious, too, so it's a great place to start the night off with a big group of friends. It's a decent place to bring kids as well...the menu is pretty diverse in terms of bar food, so it's good for families. \n\nMy favorite part of this spot is the outdoor seating. You don't get a much better outdoor seating experience...you're right in the heart of uptown at one of the busiest intersections. It's fun to sit out there alone and just observe what happens. \n\nIt's also a great venue for events. I attended a work-related party here, and the service was great. We all had a good time.", "business_id": "ym9QwkmB5ZKTyj7q5huTDw", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Rr6Jz--9BchCe3Rwvo3c2g", "review_id": "CYjPUJpv_HM02i8gEQnJuQ", "text": "Absolutely delicious! Ordered cherry glazed, hazelnut-crusted chicken. The vegs? They didn't overcook carrots! Yay! My teen ordered avocado chicken sandwich - it's BIG and avocado, were ripe and fresh! Nice service! Go. I almost died there... so was my teenager daughter (she was picky but she loved her order very much).", "business_id": "ym9QwkmB5ZKTyj7q5huTDw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "M-TwsqjrGVH9-qyw2KcvdQ", "review_id": "mZf6klg3foUrph8bHcZzlA", "text": "Lately this has been Sunday football watching spot for my friends and I. We normally occupy one of the long bar table in front of 4 TVs (3 more on the other side) for hours. With that being said, there are hits & misses but overall I am a fan of being a fan at Rock Bottom.\n\nService is typically of acceptable quality. They can be a little slow in checking in, or filling water, but on the other hand we are there for a long time. \n\nFood is actually pretty good. They also have game day specials on wings and nachos etc. Half nachos ($6) is good portion, but is without meat, which you can add for $2. They offer their own brew for beer (in case you don't know). They have beer special for Sundays as well. I can safely say that you can't go bad with ordering anything. I had a lobster & shrimp enchiladas and that was good.\n\nPark is free, they validate for the garage under the restaurant. Be careful, my 1st time visit this season ended up charging me money to get out of the garage because the validation barcode was unclear (good news is I got my money back after contacting the parking garage office with proof of my validation via cell phone pic)\n\nThe only disappointing thing for our football watching days is: BY GOSH, stay on top of the game scheduling. We all know there are a new round of games kicking off at 4pm, so get the remotes ready and change over the moment 1pm game is over. PLEASE managers on duty??", "business_id": "ym9QwkmB5ZKTyj7q5huTDw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qhYxHjeIhtdOgaXebGwp4Q", "review_id": "wtI1Jm02Od-c2H9ns8LnXA", "text": "Headed over during lunch time for their lunch special. Easily the best price for the food you get. Looks like only one lady was working so it took a bit of time, which is nbd, but if you're in a hurry be prepared to wait it out. Beef and chicken teriyaki was really good. I'll be back", "business_id": "QMX1ssofSveU3qhVAKLnXA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "00pwvsiP3pYRwHtmuR9x8Q", "review_id": "eypJiKJ-5zTRnCXD-Rd57g", "text": "My #1 Local favorite. Fresh chinese during business lunch time. Lunch specials for $6, and authentic meals with HUGE portions. \n\nULTIMATE FAVORITES. And the owners are so humble & caring. It goes a long way!\n\nTry the Singapore Noodles - curry noodles with beef/chicken/shrimp!", "business_id": "utyqO_IVBAN8ULZmi52XaA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ctXZwLnGALfazigC5e-zxg", "review_id": "8L9578H79mJIRinVU3GJRA", "text": "I must say i absolutely love the farm to table feel of montecello soon to be harvest moon grille! In the west you see more of this concept but im excited that the south is coming too realize this concept is so very important. Having the oppurtunity to meet several people who talked highly of this restaurantbi was highly excited to find out id be going to brunch.\nMy friend and i went to brunch and we split the butternut crunch salad, bank moon and the pork belly holendaise. My favorite dish was the salad. Totally dig the julliened raw butternut squah. Apples we're a good accompinmentt. The bank moon was a traditional vietnameese sandwich with a knock ur socks off aioli. The pork belly hollendaise was to be honest not the best i have had due to the hollendaise lacking much seasoning but at least it was freshly made win lhocal eggs. Perhaps a little more lemon and salt? The pork belly was deliscious and not incredably fatty which means it was properly rendered. Im not a grit fan but hey im a northerner. \nOverall the searvice was amazing friendly and attentive. Totally digged the dark roast on the coffee. \nCan't wait to come back for dinner!", "business_id": "-Am2JVkb7nwvBAUwSugG0A", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "oUc3Q11cZEFkqK0A7YUgFg", "review_id": "7s3L7-6covq84cp_rQOfGQ", "text": "Fried pork chops, why did you taste so good?  I had already had too much fried food...but you were too delicious to not be eaten.\n\nThe worst part of the meal was when the waitress came over, while I was gnawing on the bone, and took away my plate, where there was an ungnawed on bone still sitting there.\n\nDelicious memories, yet so bittersweet.", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 7, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "iXpKKeeiXjBncJyDWbfhxw", "review_id": "oAqVe8suBCHpBXOMKpJc0Q", "text": "We've been living in Charlotte for a year now, and we've been to quite a few restaurants in our time. However, while I have found that perfect BBQ joint I dreamed of, I had not yet happened across the quintessential place for good ol' Southern cooking...in particular fried chicken. Well, that is now a thing of the past, for I have found Merts.\n\nYou could tell just from walking inside that it was going to be a great Southern food experience. The interior of the restaurant is colorful and eye-catching, and the art and decor screams Southern. The interior was full to capacity, but we were able to snag a table outside. The outdoor area is a mixed bag. While it's nowhere near as crowded as inside (with only four tables or so) the Charlotte pedestrians take it upon themselves to walk through the outdoor area. It was a bit disruptive to be eating a nice meal while people constantly walked right against your table. \n\nI wasn't a fan of the beer list since Merts does not carry any drafts, so I stuck with unsweet tea. After placing our orders the server came over with a small loaf of cornbread for each of us. This cornbread was spot on for me! Not gritty, a little sweet and extremely crumbly. You could tell it was fresh from the oven, and that made it super awesome!\n\nFor dinner I ordered the beef ribs and leg quarter fried chicken combo. I wasn't crazy about the ribs themselves, as they were a bit tough and chunks of bone kept flaking off. I did enjoy the sauce, as it was a sweet and tangy sauce and not vinegary. Now the chicken was THE BOMB! I've been searching for fried chicken down here, and have been disappointed time and again. So far I am confident to say that Merts has the best fried chicken (though I haven't made it over to Price's yet, so don't jump on me for that yet.) The battered skin was light and crisp, and not greasy. The interior was that moist and juicy you expect from fried chicken. I was in heaven scoffing that chicken down, and I wish I had more right now! \n\nThe miss' ordered the catfish and fried chicken breast combo, and that was also pretty dang awesome. The catfish was a huge filet just plopped on the plate. The meat came right off and was so light and tasty. The batter was also perfect, with not too much that didn't take away from the soft flavor of the fish. They serve it with this spicy sauce that was a good compliment to the fish. The chicken breast was just as good as my leg. Even the white meat stayed juicy and tender! The miss' didn't eat too much of it after filling up on the fish, so there are plenty of chicken leftovers in my future!\n\nThe other thing that Merts does damn good is sides. One problem I've had at BBQ and other places down here is that the meats are perfect, yet the sides are extremely lacking. Merts has some of the best dang sides money can buy. We both ordered the mac & cheese and it was simply the best I've had down here. Some places I've been to make it watery or oily or just not flavored right, but Merts had it all. It was a firm consistency with a great cheesy flavor, and the cheese crust on top was awesome. I also tried black eyed peas for the first time and loved them. They were cooked perfectly and were served in this kind of gravy that was also tasty. The miss' ordered the collard greens and I have to say that I liked those too. I'm generally not a fan of collards as they are bitter, but these were cooked in such a way that the bitterness was taken down a notch or two. They had some citrus flavoring to them that helped tone it down and added a different level of flavor to. All in all, the sides kicked butt! Unfortunately we were so stuffed from this massive meal that we did not stick around for dessert.\n\nI have to say, when I think home cooked Southern fare, I will always associate it with Merts. They can fry up some mean chicken and fish, and their sides and veggies are top notch. It's a busy place but it is definitely worth the trip.", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "HpJ3wBLoGVU3m4XA08m9vg", "review_id": "fXWTuy6RULE9lFNhkYsKFw", "text": "Service was great! Servers had awesome personalities and were very hospitable. However, the food..... Sucked. The collards were not cook well and my salmon patties were burnt. The corn bread (which is what they are known for) was extremely dry and tasted like it came out of a box. We waited over an hour and a half to be seated (granted we did have a party of 7) only to be disappointed. This was not good Soul Food at all.", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "PM2jXrlVzik1jDwwahLJJQ", "review_id": "WKixAT4S5Qv3MJv37SsVRw", "text": "So it took three trips but I think I'm finally starting to become a fan of Merts.\n\nMy first visit was to pick up some catering for an event and I didn't get a chance to try anything. The second visit was a bust I ordered the chicken wings, cabbage and seasoned rice. Meh, I've had better everything. The chicken wings were just okay, and the cabbage and rice didn't have enough seasoning for my tastes. \n\nBut this last visit was much better. \n\n\nWe started with the Soul Rolls which come stuffed with chicken, rice, greens and black eye peas. They come topped with a spicy honey mustard sauce and were very good. They were crispy and packed with the filling. I'd recommend them. They also bring out some cornbread and that was definitely a highlight for me! It was warm and with some butter....it practically melts in your mouth. \n\nFor my meal I had the pork chops, macaroni and cheese and mashed potatoes. I was impressed with the amount of food you get! Two juicy and well seasoned (yay!) pork chops blackened with delicious seasoning. Very good. For me, the sides were just okay again. I'm not sure what to get that will give me that \"amazing\" feel but I guess I'll keep trying....\n\nI couldn't leave without trying some dessert so I ordered the strawberry cake. It was very very moist and delicious. \n\nSo overall a much better visit this go round...I'll make my way back and give this place another try to see if they can officially win me over.", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UWjzXbOgAdd68be-TQVyIw", "review_id": "Qdgil8pYK1BIWrWEJLWryw", "text": "The Soul Rolls will soothe your soul", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "L2yPFRB6hsfh849pmvvVRg", "review_id": "UeQZ2A2jGEtvm2JUKDWqQg", "text": "I have no idea how this place has so many good reviews. Maybe we went on an off night or something but there wasn't anything left ( no fish, no salmon cakes, no Mac & cheese, no mashed potatoes, etc.) and the chick failed to mention that until we were actually trying to order our food. They only had  chicken, pork chops, ribs and greens left for the most part. The chicken looked like it was good, I ordered the pork chop and that thing was cooked beyond repair. I felt like I was chewing meat flavored rubberbands. My fiance had ribs that were mostly fat and gristle. The greens were under seasoned and undercooked (and why were they garnished with raw tomatoes??). I mean, we went in there with such high hopes and were so disappointed. I'm gonna just assume that we came on an off night and I may give it another try cause I wanna try those salmon cakes everyone raves about, but I'm skeptical. \n\nOn another note, the cornbread was DELICIOUS. We were pretty  living off of that until it was time to go...", "business_id": "mpDxBBGywUE6GRRKja3sBA", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ITwewV_k1EcFgxfWNlssqQ", "review_id": "-igMBYAxcqsNDC7ANkDpFw", "text": "Mimosa is fantastic. I went there for lunch recently for my friend's birthday. I had the best cheeseburger I've ever had in my life. It was topped with bacon and cheddar cheese, but the burger itself was just seasoned perfectly. Mm mm. It is on the pricey side, but it's definitely more reasonably priced for lunch, so I'd recommend checking it out then. As other Yelpers have said, it's just one of those restaurants where everything you order is likely to be good.", "business_id": "NTfUFk8GyOLL1uPbEO-pVg", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "URrZoNasN-ohhSSpTEXj8w", "review_id": "ADubFQ4nuIozlLfOnesSVA", "text": "Service was good except they forgot to give us the basket of biscuits which we received promptly after we asked for it. The fried oysters were a disappointment. the breading fell off and they seemed under cooked. The lamb was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The dumplings that came with it were mediocre as was the cheesy creamed spinach. The short rib was tasty served on a bed of potato hash also good. The peach cobbler was not made with fresh peaches and should be skipped.", "business_id": "NTfUFk8GyOLL1uPbEO-pVg", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8C8gS7QyQlAhVeI4zS90gw", "review_id": "dxhlovrqakaBk7cj6fbK2g", "text": "Our family would like to thank the chef and staff of Mimosa Grill for a most outstanding Turkey on the  Run Thanksgiving dinner. The food was amazing and we had so much that each family was  able to take home some yummy leftovers. Everything was perfect. We picked up our cooked turkey and ham  and all the trimmings for a great feast on Thanksgiving morning, in the midst of the parade. We will absolutely do this again. We ordered 19 dinners, had a few toddlers dining also , so ordered a few extra pies. We can not praise all of the food too much. Everyone had favorites. Thank you for making our Turkey Day run so smoothly this year.\nJan and Ray Stora, family and friends...25 of us all together!!!! Matthews, NC", "business_id": "NTfUFk8GyOLL1uPbEO-pVg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "QHKWB42JjbtBKNZQOkbheA", "review_id": "T6iHMfiWygCWvFxLBVLNVw", "text": "Forgot to yelp Fuel!\n\nSo, same World Cup day that I'll never forget, while R and I were at Town Tavern, I got hungry. I remembered Fuel around the corner, and since Town Tavern didn't serve food, it would be a-ok to get my nosh on.\n\nDuring a lull in the game, I sprinted around the corner and breathlessly ordered buffalo wings with spicy sauce. When they were done, I threw cash at the cashier and sprinted back to the bar.\n\nI opened the box and noticed golden brown wings. Interesting. Is the spicy sauce disguised? Nope, they just forgot to put it on the chicken.\n\nI made R run back and have them correct it. They were all good sports about it. With the sauce, the wings weren't bad at all; a good size and meaty. And the service was ace-cakes, all very nice. And there was a massive screen with the match showing, so I didn't even miss a beat of the game. \n\nI can't remember if I've had Fuel's pizza, but the wings weren't too shabby.", "business_id": "e8kqqWU9247Nn5VAF5sDkQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "30zAYau5HRs6d-CRTSD6gA", "review_id": "IpGjSlxogMV8Z7YeUehMng", "text": "Great place. Excellent experience. Had the scallops for my main dish. Amazing!  If I could give this place 10 stars, I would.", "business_id": "z24h6ZYnZiWjlDTuLXG9jw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-31", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 3, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "7ewE_dDxjXNppOj0EhhMIQ", "review_id": "n-alxvXVMBOnUFdGPoTdpg", "text": "Despite playing nothing but top-40s crap the night we went, I had a pretty great time. How could I not? The entire basement is a dance floor, includes a pole dancing cage, and your standard twinkly club light show stuffs. I could tell I was at a gay/lesbian club, but nonetheless, very eclectic crowd, and people were being sweet to each other. And smiling. And EVERYONE was dancing. Awesome.\n\nOf course, they reallllly need to put an auxiliary bar in there. Completely disorganized, long waits, mismade drinks... makes for a pretty annoying process. I was also pretty amazed that apparently, no one brings cash to clubs anymore. Srsly people... don't make the bartenders run your card every time you order a drink. Costs the club money (and up go the drink prices), makes crotchety would-be-drink-orderers like me cranky.", "business_id": "EwuvZCcVHkICgTbqCEjikA", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "nvt9WwaIgQQK5MtcOgvQfg", "review_id": "9Qh2AvJlU3wnbZ8P7R8CGA", "text": "Consistently good food, good service, friendly staff.", "business_id": "kAid56AY_laxGYslMdsYJw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kxRnhpUgooticN9DimR-CQ", "review_id": "q-MSaxqRuiLHjZdj0YKhDQ", "text": "I really don't understand some of the negative reviews for this place.  It seems like they were looking for a different experience.  Make no mistake, this is an expensive highend steakhouse.  Go for a good cut of meat and the best calimari in town, hands down.  Regarding someones comment about not ordering anything above medium-rare, i disagree...I get ribeyes medium all the time.", "business_id": "CChwRoYVXA3QZulS8a6xOQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "s-oxYSQMp7GM2IXpn0uCqg", "review_id": "24AD5Mr2FD6DQn52Sn9jaw", "text": "OK, so I Yelp on a curve.\n\nMy expectations of quality, technique, ambiance, flavor, service, seasoning, skill, knowledge, presentation and value are directly proportionate to the dollars spent and the locality in which it is enjoyed. \n\nI can not apply the same degree of criticism at Torchy's for $10 as I do at Per Se for $500 ... although they both deserve 5 stars based on the above criteria.\n\nThis brings me to The Capital Grille in Charlotte....  \n\nDesign and decor get high ratings for the old school, old boys steak house feel. However more modern interpretations like Houston's/Hillstone or J.Alexander's score higher and feel better. \n\nThe service was knowledgeable, but rushed, and not attentive.Not bad in any way but not what I would expect from a place that seems so polished, pretentious and more importantly so expensive. Lets just say I have had much better service for half the price... ( recently Acme in Chapel Hill but I have yet to get to that review)\n\nFood ... OK $40 an entree  ala carte, $10 sides, those are NYC, LA, SF  prices. I expect it to be of comparable quality...... Sadly it was not.  \n\nThe menu list \"daily seafood feature\", when I asked it was, I was told filet(beef) medallions with scallops .... sorry Chef .... that may feature seafood, but it is not a \"seafood feature\" !  \n\nBetween the 2 of us we had - \n\nCedar Plank salmon, slightly over cooked, vastly under seasoned ( my better half rarely salts anything she did this)\n\nBone in NY ordered mid-rare, received very much on the rare side, slightly cold, flavor was good, but undercooked and served with a slightly roasted shallot that was still crunchy (not cooked enough), not the sweet, soft, unctuousness that it could have been.\n\nPotato gratin ( $10) needed an extra 15 min. in the oven, the potatoes were not cooked through... and there was a very very strong raw garlic flavor, AND there was plastic wrap inside ! .. In fairness I understand this happens occasionally and it and the dessert were comped, however I see a trend of sloppiness with the food that should not be happening at this price point.\n\nGrilled Asparagus ($10) it was ok ... but just ok. \n\nDessert creme brule, ......nothing special...  thin  not very crisp carmel, made worse by too many wet berries, and a strawberry fan garnish which even in the darkly lit dining room (as opposed to the kitchen) I could see was past its prime.\n\nit was a $50 dinner for more than $150, so I think that \n\n\"Meh. I've experienced better\" sums it up ............ 2 stars", "business_id": "CChwRoYVXA3QZulS8a6xOQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 6, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "X36p3mD4oqBE53sASc_Ykw", "review_id": "sjHVSx5-lcxNqMTVmsQGqw", "text": "As far as a LUNCH goes, this is THE BEST lunch I've had in Charlotte since I came here in 2011! OK it's NOT cheap! That is a given. But I got the Ribeye Steak Sandwich with Havarti, Carmelized Onions and Parmesean Truffle Fries. As the pictures show, this was one hell of a \"sandwich!\" It was about a 12oz STEAK sandwiched in between 2 pieces of bread. UBER flavorful, thick, juicy and prepared perfectly Med/Medium Rare. I struggled to stay awake at my desk after lunch but this was OH SO good! I mean, SUPERBLY good! And it cost $24 with tip, but well worth it!\n\nMy lunch buddy got their cheeseburger, and that also was DELICIOUS! It had to be at least 10oz, bigger than most, and completely covered in cheese.\n\nSo if you want to splurge on a great lunch, this is THE place to come! Just bring a high limit credit card! Hey like I say, you get what you pay for!", "business_id": "CChwRoYVXA3QZulS8a6xOQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Hh0TsWDvslYmhQZjeYYZcw", "review_id": "J5pLOJ09lY85yYQG9UuZAg", "text": "We were (belatedly) celebrating our anniversary, and were given an excellent cozy table with celebratory decorations. Rob, our server, was very attentive but unobtrusive, and Bryce, the manager, checked on us several times. They allowed us to bring a special wine from my cellar. Spinach salad, and lobster and crab cakes both excellent. We split a 24 ounce Porterhouse, perfectly done, tender and juicy, with two sides. They readily honored a gift certificate given to us by a friend, and even comp'd us the remaining balance. We even took a fair amount of leftovers, enough for dinner tomorrow night. This was everything a special occasion dinner should be! We left looking forward to our next dinner there.", "business_id": "CChwRoYVXA3QZulS8a6xOQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "nHsj0cHOiroAsmDfF50BtA", "review_id": "yorBz1zYRZRfS6cVkoxfbA", "text": "I met up with friends for a birthday gathering at Frankie's.  It was my first time and, while I usually don't go out of my way for Italian, I was very impressed with Frankie's.  I felt like I stepped back in time.  The ambiance and decor seemed elegant from the 50s era, yet the friendliness of the server and the atmosphere was casual.  \n\nThe menu contained everything you'd expect on an Italian restaurant menu and everything from the bread to the appetizer to the entree to the wine tasted delicious.  Frankie's is definitely a place you can take friends and family to impress them, but not spend a fortune doing so.", "business_id": "OOPBFViU0cl_GryJOEEUcg", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "MqjsuW0U552-Kxyx77Kctw", "review_id": "cNCR4yJMhth01nV3Bhqnhw", "text": "The skinny bagel breakfast sandwich is the perfect amount to start your day. Add a pumpkin spice coffee to top it off!", "business_id": "LUylwiKNsS7_iumytRgAmw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "smidHR3NEAnd6UJUl_6h0g", "review_id": "y5E8ZcE1ZQL48shz8Ba0Yw", "text": "About 10 of my friends and I decided to head to uptown last night, and this was our first stop for a quick bite to eat and a few drinks to start the evening.  Most places are pretty terrible about accommodating 10 people, but not here, they put a few tables together for us in just a few minutes.  The server was really fast and attentive - the drinks were great, 3 dollar well drinks on a Friday night - can't really beat that in uptown!  We all got a variety of food, ranging from fries and calamari, to sushi and salads - everyone seemed pretty pleased with it, my sushi wasn't out of this world, but was great drinking food I'd have to say.  I really like the look and feel of the bar, feels a lot more upscale than what the prices actually are - it was surprisingly not very busy for a Friday night either.  I'd definitely recommend Cosmo's if you are going out on the town and want some food, drinks, or have a large group of people that want to go out and have some good times!", "business_id": "e5J3s-xxs1S6PPHJhldBEA", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "K5dxGhJ99TmS6La6krwkcg", "review_id": "LrrVsbGC7wro-sdnAOfRxQ", "text": "this place is fun because it is on the light rail line.   things here do tend to be expensive, but i will say the sushi is yummy and normally priced.  the tizerts cakes are so delish i would eat them until i died.", "business_id": "Ak6ThDexfSFwoajgOpio8g", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ITwewV_k1EcFgxfWNlssqQ", "review_id": "g7Sme-Mssi_9YmY42p01zg", "text": "I've always enjoyed the food at Aquavina, so it's a shame that the lunch service is so horrible. \n\nI've had several bad experiences (we just kept giving it another chance for whatever reason). Here's the worst: I, along with a few friends, arrived there to have lunch on a work day. Eventually, the hostess returned to the front of the restaurant and seated us.Ten minutes passed and still, no server. Then the waiter finally arrived and we said we were ready to order (because we had had plenty of time to study the menu). Then, in a harsh tone, he said, \"We're really busy. Let me just get your drink orders.\" Um, OK. Then several more minutes passed before we got our drinks and ordered our food. It took forever for the food to arrive. By the end of our meal, we were the only people left in the restaurant and it still took a long time to get our check. \n\nOne of my friends, who is not a confrontational person, even complained to the manager. He expressed no remorse and stared blankly at her. Then we finally left, about two hours after we arrived.\n\nIf you still want to try Aquavina, I'd suggest you order the black olive encrusted chicken breast with macaroni and goat cheese and tomato compote. At least your food will be good.", "business_id": "G5dIek0rXPTHlqlJpCNmpw", "stars": 1, "date": "2008-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "csUS0hjjyjKIlRw1WxEuCw", "review_id": "NLwRFMLc4W_IM1LmNcJgow", "text": "We stopped in here for dinner. I had the salad bar with sliced pork. I have to say that at least they're consistant.  I founf the waitress to be attentive and the food was good. The cornbread was to die for. Once again I'm happy as a clam!", "business_id": "wpFOZbONc7qUYz6YmBfKuQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5NCO86rmJMFKVukzu3WbIw", "review_id": "49I21HF4KWRG_eXJ2QMU3A", "text": "Great place and great atmosphere! I ordered the wild boar dish and it was amazing. So fresh and not gamey at all. I am an avid hunter so I was interested to see their take on this dish. I was very delightfully surprised. I had a great experience there and can not wait for my next excuse to go back. \n\nMake sure you call ahead because it gets very busy and it is worth it! They have great live music and the service was great.", "business_id": "eaqJQP6bp7rQJQt5KqfvxQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "cxTh9xxqbs-m8Paq6jAumg", "review_id": "V8Dl5HFp3YwbpAeHmKQVfw", "text": "I was stoked to try this place for lunch today. I just found out about it last week. Who knew this little gem was located Uptown? Ok, I guess people who work on that side of Uptown but I never knew it was there! Quick service but it took awhile to get our check. Luckily, one of the girls I was with knew the manager and she alleviated the issue. I love that they have sushi specials that come with soup or salad at a reasonable price. The sushi tasted fresh and the spicy tuna had my mouth burning which is a great thing. Their portions for lunch on the hot dishes looked ginormous so I will be checking that out next. In and out in less than an hour-good times. Two words for you Fujo---Sushi Buffet!!!", "business_id": "hBscDTusN57Ai0SnkQK8Sg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xrPtS7uo5r_VJB5g3pDzTg", "review_id": "s4cXNGELYNNn_KAi0D8CYg", "text": "My husband and I purchased a groupon here so we decided to try it out. We came here for dinner  on a Wednesday night and the restaurant was not busy at all so we got seated right away. \n\nWe started with the calamari, that was served with a spicy mayo with fried onions and peppers. It was good, but more fried than I prefer. However, the portion was huge and it was only $7. \n\nFor our meal we opted for sushi: spicy tuna ($4.95), California roll ($4.95), spider ($7.95) and the hot lava roll ($11.85). The hot lava roll was shrimp tempura, spicy tuna and avocado rolled in a soybean wrap, which cause the roll to have a pink appearance. All of the rolls were good, but the hot lava roll was not spicy. I think they forgot to add the \"hotness\" to it ;-) however everything was delicious. \n\nThe quality of the sushi was also a plus for the price. There are a lot of sushi places in Charlotte and I think Fujo was a great value for the money. I will definitely return again.", "business_id": "hBscDTusN57Ai0SnkQK8Sg", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5KZmI27uVZxliUthxg5GoA", "review_id": "LkDkjjwV7DOvdHdjNFixZw", "text": "What a truly romantic and remarkable place!  Their customer service is superb and their wait staff is extremely knowledgeable of everything on the menu and more.  My finace took me here for our engagement dinner celebration (and we've also been here before for other date nights).  You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu.\n\nI would recommend coming here for Charlotte Restaurant week if you're on a budget.  Also, if you sign-up for their mailing list, they'll keep you updated on any promotions as well.\n\nI like cheese to the point of no return.  I would set camp in the kitchen if they'd let me.  The following are tried and true:\n\n1) Spinach Mushroom Salad and wedge salad\n2) Wisconsin Trio Cheese Fondue (because I love bleu cheese)\n3) Pacific Rim with chicken, shrimp, pork, and beef\n4) Bananas Foster and Flaming Turtle\n\nGo hungry and portion out a good 2 hours.  It is truly an experience!", "business_id": "uDoTFFud2mXE3VT1Jt9L5A", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Ap4wd4Ye-T_3sCwOSRN26Q", "review_id": "7UH3nDXEuYxv8XVa17MWSA", "text": "Amazing place for breakfast! Pancakes are huge and very flavorful. Amazing biscuits and hash browns - we were a party of 7 and everything was perfect! Staff is so friendly and fun! It will be my regular stop next time I'm in town!", "business_id": "FRYCe6Yc0rPzzloSWSsl1g", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "-oaFWfj8JM5xH20oGEMNxQ", "review_id": "m8y83LHUWa1_aoRzoJl4_g", "text": "I'm always surprised how good the food at Mama Ricotta's is.  I've been there twice, and both times I went in thinking \"ugh, this will probably be like a local Olive Garden.\"  Twice I was pleasantly surprised.\n\nLikes:  The last time we went to Mama Ricotta's, I ordered canneloni al forno (stuffed with grilled chicken, spinach, and ricotta) and my boyfriend ordered pasta primavera.  Both were delicious.  \n\nDislikes:  Slightly pricey for Italian.  Can be a wait for a table on the weekend.\n\nTake it or leave it:  Take it.  Good food and we always have a great time.  3.5 stars.", "business_id": "MQnNtW1lHS-eid3QNUoUIw", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Tc68-rSQiDYcHU5D8l7R2Q", "review_id": "ULn8Kt3ONBNHWccMTN4C_A", "text": "YES!!! This is the best Italian in Charlotte, NC! The \"Penne ala Vodka\" is an experience everyone must have before they choose their favorite spot!!  I take my clients there all the time!  Great atmosphere, outstanding service and the menu is just enough!", "business_id": "MQnNtW1lHS-eid3QNUoUIw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "3IOQbdQ2z7TKWOnBjAnkew", "review_id": "aUcdWZ1zQLRHbuO9i-uakQ", "text": "I've yet to try Woodlands, so Maharani is currently my go-to Indian in Charlotte (mostly because it's right around the corner).  I've only ever had their lunch buffet, and I've been pleased both with the price (LOVE) and number of vegetarian options.  Fully half the buffet is veg, which is more than I can say of other Indian buffets.\n\nThe curries were decent but less spicy than I would like.  With that said, I have to echo others in raving about their samosas, which were the spiciest thing on the buffet and were truly revelatory.  I would go back to Maharani simply for the samosas, hands-down.\n\nThe people that own it seem nice.", "business_id": "nuCgH96Tfe6CFXznvmKdhA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 5, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "S9lYFJRBjUV--bGVmAUCXg", "review_id": "mD9oZjpLQ7vswE8rGQzAAA", "text": "I'm really confused about the positive reviews of this place. The wait staff was nice - that's the only reason I gave then two stars instead of one. We should have known to skip this place when we saw the cheesy plastic sign and neon logo, but we decided to give it a chance. Our waitress asked if we wanted to sit somewhere quiet or not (which was considerate), but when we said we'd like a quiet spot, we ended up gitting a table right next to some annoying doorbell thing that gave three loud beeps every time someone walked into or out of the door, so we asked to be moved. We were also given lunch instead of dinner menus, so we had to ask for the right menus. When we finally ordered and got our food, the quantity and price looked okay, but the quality was seriously lacking. The duck in the duck spring roll seemed to be prepared well, but there were none of the other subtle ingredients and flavors that one would expect - no rice noodles, carrots, mint, basil, ect. - just iceberg lettuce and cucumber! And the dipping sauce was overly thick, way too sweet and tasted like something that came out of a jar. The wonton soup broth was bland and oily, and the wontons were okay but tasted like something I could get out of a box from the frozen section of a store. The pineapple fried rice was okay, but didn't have as much chicken or pineapple as we would have expected, the chicken was a bit dry and again - none of the subtle flavors that we're used to in this dish that make it so tasty - cilantro, raisins, cashews, ect. The beef rendeng was terrible - a pile of beef bits in a disgusting looking sauce with a side of unseasoned brocoli and cold canned pineapple. The sauce actually had a decent flavor, but it looked so unappetizing and the beef was so dry that I sent it back. The waiter took the amount of the bill, so we were grateful for that.", "business_id": "MMNBgMQCdwyVoNaHg0h_QA", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0hdkW5qaQs4gTiUnRdadqA", "review_id": "Z6kUBN8li0b4-l2Bai3jXA", "text": "I like that they grill up the vegetables here for their veggie subs.  I thought the green peppers were scrumptious and the cheese was stacked high.  There really isn't any out of the ordinary here, just classic sandwich stuff.  I thought that the ingredients were very fresh and I like the younger folks behind the counter; they were easy to pick up a conversation with.  I prefer this over both Subway and Quiznos.  I really can't put my finger on it, maybe it is the mass quantity of fresh ingredients and the fresh baked bread.", "business_id": "c9D0yUos-jGOZaUv7SgCFw", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PyXURLPCTun3XRAuq4Ov_w", "review_id": "W5AgUkTgcMjAWjgbAdtz7Q", "text": "Very slow \"servers\". Constantly forgetting things. Anything I have ordered always comes out cold. The bald manager is not a very nice person also. The parking lot is small, barely wide enough to get your care into.", "business_id": "8PsQqhrAH5uqJ7HODOmXYg", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8ED8BPCXKXZnGsVMyl5Bhw", "review_id": "qg6keqtsGi2LlgZYA6KBmg", "text": "Great ice cream, great food, and great atmosphere! While I don't do the burger thing, they do have a great topping bar. You really get to have it your way.\n\nThe fries are crispy french fried perfection, and the ice cream is some of the best in town. I love this little area of town, so I'm kind of partial to any restaurant in the Hawthorne/7th Street area. \n\nI don't know how long Snoop's has been around, but it has the air of a place that's been in the neighborhood for years. The staff is friendly in a short-order cook kind of way, and it's fast. It's a great place to stop for lunch, and it's close enough to uptown to be able to order, eat, and get back to work within an hour. That's always a plus.", "business_id": "nhPdxY-jbf-XVQ6Hq6qJPw", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FyGIDpXUuJDleNeN_i8-Kw", "review_id": "3-1ZMqXfr77Zf-MU8N3VXg", "text": "Dined here on business this past Monday.  Friendly service!  Mecklinburg Ale comes in a 24 ounce bottle and the waitress brought a wine chiller to the table just for my beer.  Was told I had to try the buttermilk chicken and it was excellent, although the pork loin special looked great, too.  Dessert was a very well executed creme br\u00fbl\u00e9e.  Will definitely come again when in Charlotte again", "business_id": "TwwD5FQSe0vk1Ecp89HjEw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Puv7uq6Wx4AtL_jVpC4d3w", "review_id": "kCyI6aAXzbw3UZPiVHDaWg", "text": "This was my favorite joint in the CLT.  I have never been to New Orleans, and because of Katrina, I probably  won't for awhile, but I imagine that this is a pretty good joint even by looziana standards.  I always get the blackened platter with chicken and the fish special with one of their rotating toppings, usually  one with crawfish and corn and a side of gumbo.  MMMMMMMMMM", "business_id": "jTGQUWGIVvL-aY03C5BEmw", "stars": 5, "date": "2005-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ZacydfFf3j1ND7tqEVYAgw", "review_id": "7nw6Hdsv1unRgzS2gMvTmw", "text": "After waiting and waiting this week me and my spouse finally went to cajun queen and in my opinion it was just ok. We had the barbque shrimp which was ok fresh shrimp in a spicy sauce. My boo did save his dinner rolls for the juice. He had the fried shrimp which was good i had a steak which was ok with potatoes that were ok and bland broccoli. I alsohad gumbo which was not very good. Overall it was ok but fo\nr 80 i have had better", "business_id": "jTGQUWGIVvL-aY03C5BEmw", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "P1cO4UOYIZu2QRGRrz6fbA", "review_id": "aqTQSVUFjSkHhINKk2GNpQ", "text": "Do not waste your money! The gumbo tasted like the roux had burned and there was no salt whatsoever. I ordered the blackened chicken to be safe thinking \"no one can mess up blackened chicken\".....I was wrong. None of the food (including the blackened chicken) were seasoned with salt and pepper. This was the most bland, overpriced food I'd ever had in the city. I ordered my toddler the chicken strip little gators meal. The fries were the best thing out of the entire meal. The service was as also dry and not very friendly or inviting from the hostess to the waiter, Brandon. Geez, I know it's a Tuesday night (we arrived at 5:30) but at least show some enthusiasm as I arrive to spend a whopping $123 (4 entrees, 4 alcoholic bevs, 1 kids meal) on a below average meal. It would've been more had we been charged for the uneaten cup of gumbo.", "business_id": "jTGQUWGIVvL-aY03C5BEmw", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lp6KJMFKhBkTOUFFwypC6Q", "review_id": "fju4KOOcPB05A7XR6eLOLQ", "text": "The food was very good. The service was fast and our server was very friendly. I really liked the live jazz band that was playing upstairs it helped with the authentic New Orleans feel. The complimentary valet was a nice touch. We will definitely come back to the Cajun Queen in the near future.", "business_id": "jTGQUWGIVvL-aY03C5BEmw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7jWS3ZC5x8eImK0R999_5Q", "review_id": "cp3qS_Dd7KzGyPUOo2IUuA", "text": "I'm not sure about the area this place is in since I'm new in town, but the food is amazing. I had fried chicken and it was the best I've ever had. Even the side items were good. They had things like Chittlins, Pig Feet, Oxtails, stuff you don't find anywhere else.", "business_id": "YbqNbrnOEk2T0qIBbTivuQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fy7J49ghzCgXJgdakXrdpQ", "review_id": "F_6QMOXUgReKMqgFqE0J9A", "text": "I work in Charlotte and I like to eat at Bodricks whenever  I'm in the area at lunch time. The BBQ sandwich, fries, and drink special is a great deal and very good. The owner is a really nice guy too! Give them a try!", "business_id": "X7VdashktoAExx5ksEBLXQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Fj2hsbq4vBf9ZL3RdSM14A", "review_id": "9yqLUSaYKKQ-iQgZCqzXhg", "text": "It's locally owned. The building is old and historic. The inside has a very cool atmosphere.  It's within walking distance of my house.  For all of these reasons, I really, really want to like this place.  However, the food just isn't that great.  I've been three times now and each time I was pretty disappointed with the food.  \n\nI've had pizza and two different pasta dishes.  The pizza was alright I guess.  The lasagna was ok too I guess.  However, the alfredo sauce I got with my chicken alfredo was treading closer to the side of thick gravy than alfredo.  Don't even get me started on the bread you receive pre-meal.  I think they just pull it straight out of the bag and put it in a basket.\n\nAdditionally, the prices do not match the actual food received.  Long story short...I MAY visit Open Kitchen every once and a while...but unless the menu/prices change, I definitely won't be a frequenter.", "business_id": "MCFxbw9hQYejyvg59T44TA", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LsEft4FW2bhZi2Bc_GiBKA", "review_id": "GsVXTTllfojhneIuVZVPBw", "text": "Everytime we attempt to come here they are closed. Today we arrived at 10:34 pm and all the light's were off including sign light's.  Nobody responded at the monitor too. Last time I checked closing time is 11pm. I work in retail and God forbid we close even 1 minute early.", "business_id": "Uo2KWGChc_CBl6XsIvQVlg", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1K50PvXa6l5PBXZXhzkB-g", "review_id": "sXbKTbQlGAuORtcdBPBsnA", "text": "From the moment you walk in they make you feel like your home. Very welcoming staff, lots of refills, they don't rush you out the door, in that aspect, I would give them 4 stars. \n\nHowever, food is the most important thing to review in my opinion. Unfortunately after eating here 4-5 times I must say that everything I have eaten has tasted just like a frozen dinner. Maybe I'm just choosing the wrong items? Each time I've gone, I have always selected one of they're daily specials -- I would assume that you don't screw up a daily special, correct?\n\nToday I went with the chicken stir fry. Chicken was grilled at some point (grill marks) and was very dry. Veggies were drowned in sauce (seemed like they've been sitting in a tub with sauce for a while & then heated up). White rice was rice was fine. \nLunch special came with a salad and piece of bread. Salad had shredded lettuce, a piece of cucumber, a tomato slice, and an onion string.\n\nI'm sure I will be back as my coworkers visit this place frequently. But from a food standpoint, I give the place a SOLID 2.", "business_id": "diPvh48CJsNW0hsf9981ZA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DNN-pOqu6ldnt1-UP5cHaA", "review_id": "TGJW-JV7gcREAtendHcsOA", "text": "I took a trip down to Florida and stopped at this place on a tip.  This is an old school drive-in.  You order through this old switchboard and they car hop to get your order.  \n\nSimple food, but very good.  You have to try the BBQ fried chicken.  It is a unique recipe.  It is great.  \n\nIf you want to try a different dining experience try this place out and try the chicken.  It is also very affordable.\n\nThanks", "business_id": "cpxwd_iFG3Oh1LUMJn0rOQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "VML2t76ix0v7N2VSIt5OFw", "review_id": "GvaJ2P_fKUrxZ4lMrY_Vnw", "text": "this particular location is 24 hrs...I ended leaving bc service took more than 20 mins. This isn't the first time either. Will NEVER go back! Horrible!  BK don't stay open 24 hrs if you can't staff the place properly.", "business_id": "wtUaFgHGHnopdYh5m-a25Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 12, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Iyey4b_exTIpviSL329mGQ", "review_id": "PHmrcPCDU8wP3CtZ5dMHZQ", "text": "This is a Charlotte Staple. Their menu is timeless as is their history in the South park area.  Yes but try telling that to the hostess who greets you by chewing gum and texting on her phone.   Yeah, I get it, sometimes you just got to get your tweet on, I agree, OMG LOL, I can't believe this guy who just came in here to get his to go order, #LMFAO.   Now don't be discouraged to dine in and sit in the bar area, where if you truly want to feel disconnected from your date, then the touch screen monitors are perfect, for you or the hostess.  After all who sits and talks with each other at dinner any more? The food is on par with an Americana type mid level restaurant, however the service leaves a bit to be desired.  When my salad came with a dried up crusted chicken breast on it and no dressing, I called to speak to a manager, but they were busy. Apparently a Tuesday night is busy for the manager (not the hostess).  The veggie burger tastes like cardboard, although the bun gives it a sort of layered cardboard effect which is not bad, if you're washing it down with tequila.  The filet even if ordered med. rare, comes out med. edible, and asking the wait staff for a refill is like asking the DMV for an estimated wait time; you're probably not going to get what you're looking for.   This is particularly sad because I used to love this restaurant, but even with prepubescent couples or online match dates who sit in the bar area to have the touch screen monitors mediate their awkward conversations,  it's still probably not the right fit.   The ribs are good, but the sides aren't.  If I was going to take anybody here, it would have to be my next door neighbor who lets their dog crap all over my lawn and never picks it up, or my grandfather who doesn't have any taste buds left and isn't bothered by slow service, because it takes him two hours to finish a bowl of soup anyway.  I would call ahead to make sure they're not busy, and definitely not on a Tuesday.", "business_id": "hIQRiE3UsYH7UsrsDwJwLA", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IzIHqzyiCUCd8e-qXZd7dg", "review_id": "jd6oykYiPCfQEPU54iaIow", "text": "YUM. Great burgers. Also, they have Cherry soda, and Malt vinegar. That's amazing.", "business_id": "WkD7OrSIHLzgOQo9wQHu-A", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ILv8_MJFGd1TH0vFg4N07w", "review_id": "cRpHEgaRcdWA_GpYmCCkug", "text": "This place is a testament to the power of word-of-mouth. So much so that by writing this review I feel like just one more voice added to a cacophony of praise for this place. I've been familiar with Taipei South for about 8 years now and I've never once seen or heard any advertisement for the place anywhere. It's just not needed. Even with the terrible location the place thrives.\n\nAnd for good reason. The food is always good and plentiful (best eggrolls in town). The service is always quick. The staff is back to fill your drink while it's still half full. And all this for the price of a fast food meal.\n\nI left that part of town about 3 years ago but still go back probably once a month. I just haven't been able to find a Chinese restaurant in center city that lives up to it. They're all either not as good, more expensive or both. \n\nThe only conceivable complaint I can see being made of this place is that the wait staff can be a bit terse and may make some feel rushed. I choose to interpret this as fast service as they do everything quickly but never make me feel pressed to leave if I linger in conversation after the bill has been paid. I think they just know that nearly all their customers are regulars and figure they know what they want almost as soon as they sit down.", "business_id": "IKUVWL75eSoC71G2fBphmA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vdNMuNRJZcvlb31DwqB5pw", "review_id": "j_YQ1QfmuDGg4EtfKlh9_w", "text": "the ramen noodles here would be my first choice! It's taste very fresh. Costumer service is good. The place is very small...", "business_id": "Y_OeiGhTm6ZEfZ1UQgM_wA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6xaw3UycZrcAJLGYGT5xbw", "review_id": "BYisQTvMRi3YscyIcSrJ4g", "text": "Yes, this is a chain restaurant, but the quality of the food is excellent and consistent. I really like their Happy Hour menu. Great little bites of food that taste great and are perfect for that time of evening. Some of their handmade cocktails are really tasty. Nice decor and great vibe. The wait for a table can be long at times. The service can be hit or miss. But I have yet to eat something there that didin't taste and look great.", "business_id": "4CPrhBc4Ado90fj7PG6jrA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ncHyBw9G0ez6bpbZtaFtjQ", "review_id": "TnsTSnD6mNSDwN0fRajqfw", "text": "I have been to The Palm in L.A., and had an amazing dinner experience there.  I decided to go there for Thanksgiving dinner this year, as there were only two of us, and it's not worth the mess to cook for two.\nThis wasn't my first choice, but Sullivan's was not available.\nThe Palm had a Thanksgiving menu, or the regular menu was available.\nBoth of us went Thanksgiving.\nThe first course was great:  I had the arugula & apple salad, and my girlfriend had the lobster bisque.  Both were excellent.\nSecond course was the main entree:  sliced turkey breast, stuffing, cranberry sauce, gravy, plus our choice of veggie.  We had whipped potatoes and green beans.\nEverything was very good.\nThe last course was dessert, which we got to go.  The choices were pumpkin or chocolate pecan pie.  We both chose the pecan pie.\nAt home later that evening, we learned that this dessert was nothing more than store-bought pumpkin pie with chocolate chips pressed into the top.  The crust was awful, and had the tell-tale pattern of a machine-made pastry.\nReally?!\nI am disappointed that a high-end steakhouse does not have a pastry chef.  I left The Palm in L.A. with a piece of carrot cake that was worth fighting over (or at least arm wrestling).  \nYou are not getting out of The Palm for less than $75 per person.  I was shocked that was the best they could do. \nAdded frustration:  Thanksgiving is the day that everyone from age 80-120 has dinner at The Palm.  It is impossible get from A to B outside or inside the place.  \nWe'll go elsewhere in the future.", "business_id": "1gKBusJMk66ypwEKF0vOAA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "s2vpUb0tYmKuEuk5H1KaLg", "review_id": "njtUqEHTWcs2QM-U8Ukv1Q", "text": "Great, quick breakfast on a late Saturday morning.  I ordered the wheat germ pancakes and they literally brought me 8 pancakes. Crush were delicious.  I was with a party of 6 and everyone was satisfied.", "business_id": "UzMMpUFwJhwUkHOyeXeWsQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1jIQdvuBSwAnstfxzjquGw", "review_id": "nxqzhmlAyqXS7kEp_nl12g", "text": "One of the best run operations in Charlotte.  I'm amazed they are so consistent with the food and the service with that type of volume. \n\nEggs Michael is the best breakfast dish out there, and their crepes, pancakes, and pretty much anything on the menu is delicious!  \n\nWe eat there a lot, and no one in my family has ever complained.", "business_id": "UzMMpUFwJhwUkHOyeXeWsQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "whKpnugMnWTz3UjlrN71yg", "review_id": "jF5G0LQhHRBWdgGJMDjcyA", "text": "Upstream is one of 3 main restaurants in Phillips Place (PF Chang's & The Palm are the other two). Known for it's seafood and brunch, I've been here several times for dinner or some quick bites at the bar. For me, a solid 3 stars. I've never tried the brunch, but heard it's very good. Same ownership group as Zink & Mimosa Grill.\n\nFor dinner...I've had the tuna and the scallops. Both were good, and the portions were not too far off from their $25-$30 entree price. Both times I've been there for dinner, we've sat on the patio which is nice and a great view the end of Phillips place near the movie theater. There are some lounge chairs outside near the front as well, which seem a little off placed for me, but it's a nice tough. They have valet parking too. \n\nI've been here more for a quick stop for sushi and oysters with a beer at the bar. There are a few TV's around, so fellas, if the lady(ies) are shopping, go here for a beer and some apps...you'll be able to catch the game in the bar area. Sushi was average to me, but the oysters were good and when I think Upstream, I think of a good oyster spot for me in the South Park area. \n\nI've never had a problem with service and would recommend Upstream to try. For me, I need to still try the brunch!", "business_id": "BOp3jcpYy31M85H1DLnEEw", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "E4-lxS36_PSzy17b4a-Hkg", "review_id": "LIGOqjlLGEuB53Fbq8QhIA", "text": "Thanksgving? At Upstream?\n\nThey were open and served up an extravaganza and if this is any indication of their famed Sunday brunch I need to hustle over to Upstream this weekend.\n\nThe all you can eat buffet is pricey ($40) but I think I ate that much in oysters alone.\n\nOfferings ran the gamete from delicious looking cheese plates and salads (I say looking because I didn't sample - saving my stomach space for...) the raw bar, mussels, clams, crab legs, oysters, shrimp, smoked salmon, several types of sushi.....etc etc etc.\n\nAlso five carving stations including traditional turkey but ranging to delicious Scottish salmon. Sides were a star, I loved the stuffing with duck sausage and the unexpected pairing of butternut squash and cherries. Also, the shrimp and grits. I went back just for a bowl-full.\n\nDesserts were lovely but not as epic as the raw bar and included an actual gelato cart rolled in for the occasion, bread pudding, cobblers, blondies, pie - you know the drill its Thanksgiving, roll out of there.\n\nService was conscientious and over the top helpful in a non-cloying not-fake way.\n\ni've had many a nice meal at Upstream over the years and they really out did themselves with their Thanksgiving buffet.", "business_id": "BOp3jcpYy31M85H1DLnEEw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "mTKWYLN9PmqF7UflA7tnPQ", "review_id": "0_wCoo6DR_MT1bG522pk3g", "text": "Came here for dinner and was told to order the Cheeseburger. Good. I must say it wasn't extremely spectacular, and it didn't wow me as in I want another one but it satisfied my cravings for a burger. And well, it filled me up. It also comes with steak fries which is okay, but I opted for a salad (gotta have some good with the bad right?!) \n\nService wasn't half too bad. I came late so there wasn't a water, but the good thing was that they had a huge pint of it on the table. So, I got to pour my own water and refill it whenever I wanted! (sure sounds like a waitress task, but it's okay I enjoyed it)\n\nOverall, it's not too bad not amazing though. Sad, that this place isn't open for late night or else I would come here more often.", "business_id": "KQqkkg5jaxIbdMIG4MJCIw", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FXMgW849uWxPPygt_vtryg", "review_id": "113-xyJYoCulnzC4tKlX_Q", "text": "So I am a fan of the saucer.  I have a plate on the wall and an on my way to number two.  Great place for beer specials, to taste things you would not normally have the opportunity to taste and just hang out with friends and meet people.  In fact, met two of my closest friends there.\n\nThe food is better than 'typical' pub food but should not be your purpose for going to the saucer.  They have an outside deck which is great.   The bar maids are are for the most part really friendly and helpful.\n\nThey have great deals most of the days.  Glasses on Wednesdays, Tuesday they have $2.50 draft specials, new releases.  They have great guests there.  Got to meet and drink with the founder of Avery beers.\n\nIf you make it a habit, they will get to know you and you will be treated like family.", "business_id": "F-e-sWfVd3eCYll3BP1QFA", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Hg4GF6sHT_9tuHIvrfpkpw", "review_id": "LSkiOceVwO8iqnjw62Yv8g", "text": "I am a HUGE fan of the Flying Saucer brand. Lots of beer and great food! It is a chain, but it feels more like a local bar. \n\nWe came here on Saturday evening, since we were in the University area. (I wish there was one walking distance to our apartment in Uptown!!!). We sat at one of the small semi-circle booths....these are cute cause we can sit side by side and watch football. There was a wheat beer on special so I immediately ordered that without even looking at who brewed it. It was delish so I drank that the rest of the night. My husband ordered various beers throughout the night. They have so many beers on tap! We are huge microbrewery fans and love to support local breweries....so we usually stick to the NC ones (Lonerider, Natty Greens, NODA, etc, etc, etc). \n\nThe food is basically German with some American dishes. We ordered the soft pretzals with beer cheese. We have ordered this many times in the past and new it was a winner. Dang those pretzals are awful for you but so good. The beer cheese is some of the best we ever tasted AND we recently went to Germany! \n\nSpent the evening drinking beer, watching football, and playing darts. It was great! Service was spot on as well", "business_id": "F-e-sWfVd3eCYll3BP1QFA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fzu9zwLQJBW8RqoqADOXiw", "review_id": "aaby-MplepGdtjWixY3gSQ", "text": "Just ate Miguel's for lunch today and got my fill of fast food Mexican for a decent price.  I'm not overly impressed by the place, but it makes for a nice meal if you're in the Paw Creek area (85 and Little Rock Rd.).  There's an open \"veranda\" for dining (read: a dining room with out doors or windows attached on the front) that was a nice touch on a day like today.  Fast, cheap, and loaded with salt, what else could you ask from a local Mexican joint?\n\nThey have all the regular dishes you would find on a menu in a down-home Mexican place, plus lunches specials for about $5-$6.  I got the Speedy Gonzales, an enchilada, taco, and rice for a respectable $5.75.  The service was rather impersonal and task-focused, but maybe it was just one of those days.   I agree with Tonya that the sketch factor of  restaurants like these \"raise the stakes\": you'll either discover a hidden treasure or the Bates motel.  Miguel's, however, wasn't either one.  So maybe the \"ho-hum\"-ness of this place was my false expectations.  No hidden treasures here, just decent Mexican food.", "business_id": "p_HFt0I92MHDNPWvdtyEBA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EBNTBUMR_WDWe5q7HXvgPA", "review_id": "Buw8WUJyXN1cnmjcze6w1w", "text": "Wow! This place is phenomenal! I stopped in to grab lunch because I was craving Mexican food before my flight. The service is fast & it's right by the airport. The salsa is awesome!! Highly recommended.", "business_id": "p_HFt0I92MHDNPWvdtyEBA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6AyWHZ4jFAjff1X7rXd_NQ", "review_id": "Qsk3IR6MPLNZtYYrf2gZnw", "text": "Not impressed at all- would definitely not recommend wasting your money. Bland seasoning- presentation was sloppy. Hate to say it but I would rather eat at taco bell. So disappointed...", "business_id": "p_HFt0I92MHDNPWvdtyEBA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gRq0_WTCU7dw0vjeiH3Z4Q", "review_id": "-QQ_BlX_RNoNZCScaGcVoA", "text": "The service at this location is really good, but on more than one occasion, the food that I've gotten hasn't been really good.  Many times the chicken seems to be cold and the sides appear to be a little old.  The customer service is great, my only complaint is that at lot of times they try to avoid giving you a bag and put all of your order in the box.  This isn't a bad thing, I just have a pet peeve about being given greasy napkins :)  It's a known fact that if you put the napkins in the box with the fried chicken, that the napkins are gonna be saturated with grease.\n\nNote:  The drive thru line can be a bit long on Sunday afternoons, so save yourself some time by going inside.", "business_id": "mh1le9QGMrZLohAjfheJJg", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5_ZeXLl5mA-rE43uyw5_2g", "review_id": "M7Bpaw2SD61vQJURm8_GhA", "text": "Visiting friends in NC and we stopped here for breakfast. At first our order was take out but then we decided to eat in. They got out order wrong but was friendly in fixing the error. The food was okay for the items that we got.", "business_id": "5WeccFfcgqpuHJiWegAclw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "hEFiiqzLHkqNSePBD2jnqA", "review_id": "fg0eyDGVIhxogII8SfvB_Q", "text": "Impressive place by any standard! \n\nWe went for a special occasion and were not disappointed - excellent service, innovative menu and creative wine list. Everything we had was well prepared, thoughtfully executed and the right size. In particular I recommend the Gnocchi (amazing) and also the beet/arugula salad (great mix of flavors). The menu is updated frequently but I believe the Gnocchi is always available. \n\nThe room is intimate, warm and romantic - a great option for a night out. Location is a bit out of the way, but if you can get to the Ben and Jerry's in South Park, you'll find it. :)", "business_id": "Khv_fiHqB4JcMkzzz7yd7Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PDNJs34sOqfXBMULV6-7Ng", "review_id": "VXO_JTDV9XCV4siKMy58vw", "text": "This is a place that I wanted to go to for a while now. \n\nPROS: Food really was excellent. I had the chicken and the chocolate lava cake for dessert. Both items have been on the menu for years and they tasted great so I know why. \n\nCONS: This is a tiny restaurant. I mean really tiny for Charlotte standards. Then you get used to it and it feels homey with a neighborhood feel. But that neighborhood is high end South Park where the people who live there act and look like no others in town. It's true, every time I have dinner in a South Park restaurant I keep thinking 'where am I'? Maybe I should get some botox, a Rolex, Hermes scarf, and throw some money around to fit in! \n\nThe check- I was in a group of 6 people. The restaurant was full and the service was very slow. There were other tables that came and went when we were still there. They just brought one check and we split it 6 ways (I guess the place is too posh to split out checks). I know that 2 bottles of wine were ordered, and we all had max 2 glasses each. The bill was $77 a person plus tip. My dinner and dessert were $23 + $10. Not sure how the $77 happened unless the wine was super expensive. So I was in for over $90 with the tip. How could that even be worth the money for what I ordered? I will go back again but with just one other person, a date night perhaps and try my luck again.", "business_id": "Khv_fiHqB4JcMkzzz7yd7Q", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "hYySrhzCNJSxTbQXSoigKA", "review_id": "7AACui6X6tnw_a8Ts94WGg", "text": "Fun place to hangout Sunday night. Pool, beer pong tables, karaoke and nice bar.", "business_id": "IbWfpebkP64zWgc9-ZVtZA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KctmPAIXAK1WHlhRGnzTbA", "review_id": "eAQ3DWvh_FR2c0J8hs2zXw", "text": "One of the best chinese restaurant in charlotte. Love the place! Try the pork with fried bean curd and make it on the spicy side. One of my favorites. Service is nice, too. Can't go wrong here. If you want chinese don't settle for those americanized chinese place. Come to Wan Fu!", "business_id": "i-tKO0n-1Tq6sTFUrhg9-Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Hubnerc_hJyF-0vFQ-Jsng", "review_id": "6R7ojWiUbYdczuf2lOGxeA", "text": "Organized!\nTuesday before Thanksgiving and it's packed but the line NEVER stops moving!\nLocation on Cherry Rd in Rock Hill said 45min wait...not here!\nSample of Turkey whole you wait yum.\nHelpful and informative employees.\nCustomers sharing coupons their not going to use!\nGreat experience A+ location", "business_id": "kCFGPmD5fP8YsmSTPjaCyw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ybG5P8QlP5rA58yd7NRqDg", "review_id": "XJi8RvvbjPS5qUzYWGnC_Q", "text": "For fast food this is the place - wait staff are attentive - food is great - place is very very clean .. Two thumbs way up", "business_id": "3IQSDaqbnqACADJWlXpRkA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pipqvDQ7vORBKaweq6Z48w", "review_id": "t5hUEt3bUAGcfQUw6e5mdw", "text": "Probably one of the worst Indian  food I have ever had in USA. Went there for Sunday buffet and the food was terrible. Serving is bad and avoid this restaurant.", "business_id": "4zr5_OOjwTdOEE7d_181RA", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "q200TCFOheJfS_MvvwMfJw", "review_id": "fs7UqtJE1E2b9mp-DbSr4g", "text": "I went to Great Wall for lunch since I was spending some time at Carmel Commons on patrol for my company. I hadn't eaten there in a very long time. I believe the last time I was there was at a Wednesday night supper with the Queen City Corvette Club. As I remembered it then the food was good but the service was iffy. Well fast forward to September 2012. The food is still good. I had a daily special called Twice Spiced Scallops that was rather good. Their sweet tea tasted better than say sweet tea from Cracker Barrel. I was seated next to the large aquarium. The only thing that wrecked the ambiance was the small child screaming at the top of her lungs about lobsters and the clueless parent who thought that the youngsters screaming was akin to angels singing. I would have ejected both of them.", "business_id": "qam5QKFE2a8MQBkxznrr3w", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Hg4GF6sHT_9tuHIvrfpkpw", "review_id": "sP0lI2XzqerI_uNU6dqTew", "text": "Went here yesterday for lunch! Their lunch prices and portions are the best!\n\n-First you get some type of soup...they change it every day. We had some type of rice and chicken. It is always broth based.\n-I ordered the Red Curry Chicken dish. The curry sauce was nice and watery with a creamy cocounut taste. Pour the bowl of chicken and red curry over the rice and then enjoy! The small spring roll was a nice little touch and very good!\n\nThey are quick serving and are a great lunch spot option!", "business_id": "DReLu6HuFOm4p-jYZpgQkw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "q200TCFOheJfS_MvvwMfJw", "review_id": "VMT4QEnHITqLFbnOOVPxpg", "text": "Ordered a spinach omelet and got some hot chocolate. It's a good place for breakfast and its cheap. Folks are friendly and the food is decent. That's all that matters really. They used to be open for dinner but apparently that didn't work out too well. I'm glad that there's an alternative to iHop for when I want breakfast when I get off work.", "business_id": "-9Zy-3vhvOtsY5u2taOfQQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7te0-N4hkrcZTTGtAcHuzw", "review_id": "KNMPX6zjuOJCINR4maRKBg", "text": "Was told by the owner they don't take shortcuts on their food.  And it shows.  I've been several times trying something new every time I visit. And they have never let me down.  The food has so much flavor and is just the right amount of spice.  I always get an extra spring roll because it's delicious.  The restaurant is small and private but a bit dark. Which is nice for a quiet meal.  Lunch portions are a good size.", "business_id": "f9WqdqHuZtwg41HDLSKaPA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "u0DZJtdwQoruLwiFO0bKrw", "review_id": "j7cjli6YYcXGW8IW8mXw0Q", "text": "First off, a heads up. Though the business is listed here as Salsa's, it's now actually Cabo's. \n\nI stopped here spur of the moment for takeout lunch and ended up ordering the Chicken Taco Salad. It wasn't exactly what I was used to--the black beans and chicken were both hot. I prefer my taco salad cold because lettuce with really warm food is a little gross, so I ended up sticking it in the fridge to cool down before eating more. \n\nI'll give them credit for the serving size (and the chips made for a nice snack later on). However, I wasn't overly impressed with the service. I was charged for the dinnertime salad rather than the lunch one (keep in mind I came in at 1PM), but the guy at the counter wouldn't admit to it. What happened to the mantra, \"The customer is always right?\" I'm no Albert Einstein, but just eyeballing the receipt (and with the help of my handy calculator), it wasn't hard to figure out that I was.\n\nOk, ok...time to cool off! All in all, I was only charged $1.00 extra, but it was a complete turnoff that the Cabo employee wasn't being honest and tried to make up a mysterious extra charge.", "business_id": "2kz1P9SlJNAndRkXk4bCDA", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-11-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6zxxb7vmU6QJvaCg_X3_sg", "review_id": "zfzwuHm8vLiRZyS5HOybiQ", "text": "Delivered wrong pizza. On complaining they tell me that they have added a free pizza on my account. I call hem the next day to claim the free pizza and they tell me there is no free pizza on my account! Will never recommend this place. Dominos near the university provides way better service.", "business_id": "pabBnIObNHlmVkviQgnkGA", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FechvV69KjxuIPN48J44WA", "review_id": "GMjJycvkT7xcxm8WNM-5QQ", "text": "Nick our server was very kind to us! Great service! Fun funny guy! Engaged my entire family! The girls that brought our food out was awesome as well!", "business_id": "SgjcjIxsAlVkcrtLaLxtTg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "8N481iGgsUYA1-TtESOntw", "review_id": "4S2qwewUjeTZ-M-K524VFw", "text": "Always on the look out for a good Gyro! So I found this place on yelp and it was right down the street from the office in Charlotte. Huge place, not many people, strange vibe, very cafeteria type place. The cook was hitting on the cashier and chatting her up for about 5 minutes before she was able to take my order, interesting.......\n\nThe food! The french fries were excellent, the side salad was great, the Gyro left much to be desired!", "business_id": "hlME5-P2CudNDCUSIX2cxQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "u7u8EuzuoeULt_JOP9R0vw", "review_id": "44-_VnLnJysvtg3sGAfvTg", "text": "I came here due to my poor experience at Comfort Inn Suites down the street. It was a much better experience. The room was clean, nice, and comfortable, the staff was friendly, they had great amenities including a coffee shop. Didn't eat here so I can't say anything about that.", "business_id": "CN6AB-R4OLsKxFhQ1Kk68g", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Srs4X1-oshZ4qcRfoZmqBw", "review_id": "Og1-XQmjgPmdqw9RffUfrA", "text": "Zero stars for me. They literally messed up on every single person at the tables order. Not to mention the food they brought out looked absolutely sloppy and disgusting. Waitress was nice through it all and understood but we ended up leaving.", "business_id": "qZ1bDtcercwUw4w7trpVjQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "lpZtfD-vCqUER1yGKEvUPw", "review_id": "7vrvjgYezFnS--YDLcKe_g", "text": "Well, it's a good thing I wore a flowy dress and an adjustable slide belt to dinner at Nakato. Not only did my belt \"adjust\" on its own, but hubs and I took home a combined box of leftovers that fed us for a few meals afterwards, too!\n\nI was craving hibachi like crazy, so we drove on up to the University area to score some tasty Japanese grill cookin'. Nakato is a pretty standard looking Japanese hibachi grill but also expect super high ceilings in the foyer/bar area and expansive rooms with the traditional grills. Both our server and our chef were very friendly but no overly so. Hubs and I still had enough quiet time to chat or just watch our chef flip and twist the shrimp & rice in peace. \n\nSo, where does Nakato really shine? Through the boatload of food that they dole out. It's almost ridiculous. My shrimp & chicken hibachi combo ($18.25) came with: Nakato onion soup, salad with ginger dressing, shrimp appetizer (literally two chopped up shrimp), a bowl full of rice (I paid $1.75 for the Hibachi fried rice), a hearty helping of noodles, grilled vegetables, shrimp and chicken. ZOMG. All of the food was truly tasty, especially when you added a bit of the \"yummy\" sauce that the chef provided. It.Was.So.Much.Food. I think my favorite was the shrimp, veggies and noodles. Nom. \n\nMy only mini gripe about Nakato is the flavor - I would have liked to have a little more heat or spice in my meal, but otherwise it was exactly what I was looking for. Next time I'm craving 100 pounds of food and some mild entertainment, I'll come back to this Nakato in a heartbeat!", "business_id": "1PSnPPFVfp03iPfJRPWWQw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "idSyS2qJA4AqPlBgU6Yl8g", "review_id": "WfRQhgMJ2JP8aCA_tjePYA", "text": "Very good sushi.  No wait at sushi bar on a Wednesday night.  $21 combinarion platter with 10 pieces sushi and an 8 piece sushi roll, and another $7 for an 8 piece spicy tuna roll.  \n\nI like to rate how good a sushi place is by how rubbery the octopus is, and for some reason they love to include it in combo platters. .. this was perfect, ie, not a piece of hard rubber.\n\nI will be back.", "business_id": "1PSnPPFVfp03iPfJRPWWQw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "knucjCzZyvLbdE5wXGzmOw", "review_id": "ciWNNAbpL783YGkKaCwIFQ", "text": "Why aren't there more in CLT. This is a good location. Hot food. Acceptable fast food service. Yay", "business_id": "OaABTKQcUvaT3Bqagq8gtw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GGs7Q2xTSMOq2tRG09Lv7g", "review_id": "Am7CE2aztMUNR3wRLzzgog", "text": "Been to this place last Friday for dinner. At first we were served with bread and olive oil. I ordered, \"Blood Orange Cosmo\" my husband ordered ,\"Sorrento Lemonade\"\nthey were OK!   \nFor main course we ordered Alfredo pasta and  Chicken Milanese. Pasta just ok! but \nChicken Milanese was awesome seasoned perfect and well cooked. The portions are very big.\nHow can we leave Italian Restaurant  without Tiramisu but too much of Rum.\nI am unhappy because of the service.,", "business_id": "hvhogN-3cMny0Nrqbsjpkg", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YddlNDYZISu4M1kYSHL6_w", "review_id": "ht12fkeaG0hGYsD8Cl4VYg", "text": "This was the first time I actually ate at McAlisters and I'm not sure why because I really enjoyed it. I got the pick two with half the Savannah Chopped Salad & half the Spud Max.. Both were delicious and together very filling. The salad was fresh, crisp, & flavorful and the potato was hot, cooked prefect, & loaded. It's a great luck spot & I will be back to try some other things on the menu.\nThe cashier was very friendly & offered me suggests one being the salad I ordered. The manager named Angel was in the front greeting customers as she was helping her staff & answering calls. It's always great seeing a productive and helpful manager. The ladies in the lobby were very friendly while cleaning the tables, asking if we would like refills, and taking up our trays. Overall this is a great clean location with a great staff.", "business_id": "7rsMIEq01gE12F7iRdzLEA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "om0y-xKNQntInKGeUKrYKQ", "review_id": "v1NedegrKQP7YFYRAwNt1g", "text": "Always consistent and good. Ribeye, burger and tilapia cooked perfectly. Still excellent value after all these years. Y'all come.", "business_id": "i3HfmM-evIOLpJ2wuTZVKA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JXJ1LSo38p9LgFNlkvVkig", "review_id": "mlSSpSJpCAQyMulmbBNyZQ", "text": "OMG! they have some good fried ice cream. Great service and great steak fajitas.", "business_id": "UzbI1Da7X23bDLwPluj5Qg", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0y6iB4sPScZKHSHUXCdVGA", "review_id": "EaAKMbf9Vs5Nxd0FYv-ZkA", "text": "Chicken teriyaki is good. Ordered cashew chicken, hot and spicy beef and Kung Pao chicken. Sauces were extremely bland - no flavor and zero spice in the hot and spicy beef. The beef was slimy and had the texture of pre-chewed food. Do yourself a favor and go to Masa right next to the Bi-Lo across the street.", "business_id": "51Tvv-QOiFeEcELzDuO1fQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "glzRad3_l42hALvjB9p97w", "review_id": "QHOayRGyKH6f3HI86l5w9Q", "text": "Great lunch spot!  The burritos melt in your mouth, so delicious.  Same price regardless of what toppings you get.  It is ver filling as well.  Get there early or you will most likely stand in a line that is out the door.  Also, make sure you get that spicy Diablo sauce!!!", "business_id": "iTjwgc3rHS5k3GptqIp2Uw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "NKcrPC7kAWUoO_POcXtCeA", "review_id": "gEK2f9r5uba-4KDI5tRvWA", "text": "DeMarcos is not only the best Italian restaurant in Fort Mill but the best restaurant by far! Their bread knots are to die for and are so addictive! The eggplant parm is my favorite, and my husband loves the penne alla vodka with shrimp. Their side salads are so good and the balsamic vinaigrette is homemade and my favorite! We come here about once a week. Their hostesses and servers are so polite and have always given us wonderful service. Their marinara sauce is the best! I LOVE this place! Defiantly go here! (:", "business_id": "LwSNsn2k6v_Nb2dbhP3qsQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "p67NsyVs9gs8_MDprjwXXg", "review_id": "XiOtNbdEbZ9hVtjqFTC6wg", "text": "Typical Mexican joint, food is decent and the price is good.", "business_id": "She6nAFoCwhUcfdeYWIgzA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "D72YMW4JGX3NkSNZAW7BeA", "review_id": "i6x1HRWR6BSJIkiKdeQhYQ", "text": "I'm sure if I drove far enough outside of Minneapolis I'd find a place about as awesome as the Green Lantern. Instead of doing all of that work, I just wish the Green Lantern would move into my backyard.\n\nI HATE bars where I feel like I have to do a lot of work just to try to have a good time. I'm not dressing up or drinking a certain drink just to feel like I have a shot of being accepted somewhere, believe me. The Green Lantern rules because it's completely laid back and totally unpretentious. I've seen such a wide variety of people there and everyone is always having a great time.\n\nBesides, the drinks are super strong and cheap - that alone is good enough for me.", "business_id": "rdAdANPNOcvUtoFgcaY9KA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "QiPECcsRMFjSkojdrvnsqA", "review_id": "ieVSNOM1e61wtLwQnzmlEA", "text": "The fried walleye and perch are awesome; some of the best fish fry I have had with a too die for tarter sauce.  The service is great and has a comfortable atmosphere. I look forward to returning for brunch again soon.", "business_id": "_wZTYYL7cutanzAnJUTGMA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Lv36UVOog_sGap-NvCGqTQ", "review_id": "oamF0H8g1XXYnNunybwVRw", "text": "What the hell is wrong with foodies in Madison, and how was this place ever voted \"Best of\".  WTF people.  Oh, I'm sorry...I didn't realize Russian Gulag Catering was a category.  In that case.  The food was bland, lukewarm and it had texture.  I can't say enough about the mystery meat since I'm not sure what it was.  It wasn't chicken, and it definitely didn't taste like chicken.  For everyone that gave this place more than one star.  Was there a roofie in your drink and you passed out before you ate?  Or, are you in a Russian Gulag camp, and does Putin make media day trips before elections to shake hands?", "business_id": "SKLw05kEIlZcpTD5pqma8Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "whQv-CPMQC5Ia7p7-c-h9w", "review_id": "ipd3DacyFwhbkzCHj7VPCA", "text": "Nice place for meetings. Many tables spread out through the space. Food is very good. Cup of soup included bread AND pieces of fruit which was a sweet surprise. The salted pecan pie latte is also a nice fall diversion from pumpkin latte. Nice to have another local establishment. Bummed they only take cash as I rarely carry cash and for me that's why a star was lost.", "business_id": "ShEYKerTwb2LSORE5o_s7A", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "hJbhbqg-x3TFzhvqqwl5RA", "review_id": "Tj_PGLgbJdmYmY9z7IdhdQ", "text": "The Bristled Boar!! Just the name in itself is a sign of class.  With its Barn like exterior, and its huge Boar's head are signs of a true Townie bar the town of Middleton can be proud of.  \n\nAs you walk in, the open area for the pool, Foosball, and darts is a nice area separated from the bar allowing proper game play and competition. Also the boar's Juke has a very nice display of music including some of my personal fav's Shinedown, System of a Down, and Hinder. The bar also has an interesting array of  patron's for the true elderly drunks that have been attending this place from their mid 30's to those of the younger ages just looking to throw a few to many back. It allows for many interesting interactions making an evening here very fun!!\n \nAgreed with other reviews the beer selection is limited but they do have a descent array of hard liquors especially my personal favorite WHISKEY!! The prices from my one time stop seemed reasonable and the drinks actually had some liquor in them instead of just soda or water.\n \nI have yet to try any food or enjoy their volleyball courts but would recommend that anyone interested in a townie atmosphere with the possibility of some excitement to give the place a try. I know I look forward to taking some of my friends to this place to get their opinions of what I like to call Middleton's Best Townie Bar!!!", "business_id": "c5awCF5eu0ZkxUf_i94uPA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tpd1sxBuNgRaJcEYUQL2PQ", "review_id": "CxBfCjnKPRuDIkzXUaCWPw", "text": "Crazy good food, excellent wine list, text book waitstaff. Best atmosphere for date night!  Not good for kids. Make a reservation!!", "business_id": "koRLvzIl-4fCybOIdk56jA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qy9xGKT_77fekC7Tt2eYqw", "review_id": "nURmONrxQOWP6anoEuq7qw", "text": "How this place has 4 stars I do not understand. I can totally get into a \"mom and pop\" style breakfast place, but Three Sisters is just plain dirty. The carpet is filthy, booths are tearing, and the place is just lacking in basic upkeep. \n\nNow to the food: it's not the worst I've ever had, but a far cry from the best. I had the 2, 2, 2, 2 (eggs with 2 slices of bacon, 2 sausage links and 2 pancakes). The eggs were cooked well and the sausage links were actually very good. But the bacon was under cooked and pretty soggy. The pancakes were pretty tasty, though. My boyfriend ordered eggs with bacon and toast and complained about the same things. His eggs were under cooked and the bacon was again, soggy. The toast was fine but how can you really mess up toast?\n\nService was super slow. I think it took 40 minutes for us to get our food which is outrageous. The food was also kind of pricey for what you get. Our meal was $18 and probably should have cost around $12. Not to mention the surprise that they don't take credit cards. There aren't any signs posted anywhere that they only accept cash, they don't even post it on the menu. Plus the closest place to grab some cash is to walk down to the PDQ and use their ATM, absolutely ridiculous! I definitely won't be returning anytime soon.", "business_id": "X47o6R2rWiqGqvBtC7VS3Q", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "5BajLT3XwGW4OrIGSQJT2g", "review_id": "4sV-A_ajKK6CW20-dAIjDw", "text": "This place is awesome for what it is, a very friendly, neighborhood tavern.  The food is mostly fried and greasy but served with a little slice of love.  The specials are excellent and the value is top notch.  Want to watch a game?  They have a few big TV's and are very accommodating.  \n\nIf you are looking for high-end, posh dinning, this isn't your place.  Madison has plenty of excellent choices in that department.  This place is homey and will serve you a solid burger and fries, with a starter of wings and variety of homemade soups for a pretty good price.  Come in and see these guys, they do it right.", "business_id": "G1qUGBNYNS220jKlPAlFsA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Ma7C776hT5ynLXqiqGbD8Q", "review_id": "v0JP2U74f-m-Tu7lWiSLqg", "text": "One of Middleton's hidden gems.  It's our favorite place to go for special occasions! Be sure to try the \"lasagna of the day\". It's always worth it.", "business_id": "q8fD82us6uuGufvI44NoAg", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XmSPy_RTZArCirAqWsVP6w", "review_id": "1FYSmGQbXdq9F_8PDPflRg", "text": "Do not get involved in their Brewer giveaway nights! No bartender is aware of promotion or rules which are clearly printed on posters.!  Wearing Brewer gear a requirement to win tickets and jersey. Three people in the place with gear on,not one of those won!? Hmmmm.........When asked,reply was Ben won[10 seconds after game concluded..]..Of course\"Ben\" could not be found! . A fraud! Doubt anything awarded!", "business_id": "Nj0vQjUYjaa7qbvZlEr2jQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6kp815UUjK--ukUjmDlSCQ", "review_id": "KUiH-mFT8OiLOgdZ-Pz9BQ", "text": "This is where you go when you want to:\n\nA)  See what it's like to have time stand still in the drive thru\nB)  Wait soooooo long that you end up qualifying for AARP\nC)  Get food poisoning, (assuming you waited long enough to get the food)\nD)  Feel embarrassed because you wait soooo long in line that the entire town has passed by at least once and seen you waiting for your gastrointestinal beat down.  \n\nAwesome!", "business_id": "3zD6rxB92Mr0jb-LoYFFWw", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "efLAz7cbHbo_5oYuES6ujA", "review_id": "Ljk64Gp1xeTnQm1GFaZ8_w", "text": "Ordered egg rolls, steamed dumplings, garlic beef and orange chicken. The egg rolls have a pungent pork taste, overpowered the cabbage and other ingredients. The steamed dumplings were not hot, had an overly think noodle and spicy pork. Tasted low quality. The garlic beef was cold and the meat was very fatty. Extremely low quality chicken on the orange chicken. I only ate one before I almost gagged. Their atmosphere is nice, food presentation and staff were great. Food was just low quality.  We won't be back.", "business_id": "2pmMehsVKnwhgWPSOxrkjA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JBdZ9tbuikCcD2qNVW55Hw", "review_id": "U9Oi5f48KzD7olk8MHCumA", "text": "I'm not sure what all the rave reviews for this place are about. Some of the food was decent like the bacon deluxe omelette; but the service was slow and the waffle was served cold.  Also, when I originally ordered the quiche Lorraine I was told it would be another 10 minutes before it would be done, but there was a piece of the veggie quiche available, so I ordered the veggie quiche and  we still waited almost 30 minutes to get our food!!!! You should never have to wait that long at a diner!! If you like fake, half melted cheese, cold waffles, slow service and supporting a small local business go here. If you want good food, more of a variety, faster service and less expensive for what you get, go somewhere else.", "business_id": "yV-eB-pQVeWE7W-WPC8BUg", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QUdwTtmfY9wIcluOr-21xw", "review_id": "PZijRcY5w-7K3zPEOAcHbg", "text": "Their food is decent but so far we have ordered food from there twice for delivery. Both times, it took longer than an hour for our food to come, and we never received any kind of indication that the order had been received. The website we ordered through said to look for a confirmation email. Nothing. So both times we ended up calling them after we hadn't received our food and both times they had indeed received the order. So sure, go ahead and order from here, but don't do it if you're starving and need to eat soon, because you'll be very hangry by the time it comes!", "business_id": "oX6KamASYXnMIe5kpVhezw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6hYwb0nsqbUIq9d-MGzY6Q", "review_id": "Zh0HzEj-SQct1KoZyXnwNA", "text": "Great update to your facility, it needed it. As I am used to only getting either my fries hot or my sandwich hot, generally neither at the same time. I was really dissatisfied that not one was hot enough to eat. I physically left my whole meal and tray on the table and walked out. No amount of ketchup could make me eat it. \n\nHope they find a great staff so they can warrant spending the money on the upgrade. \n\nI will probably not go back to this location again.", "business_id": "XWDk-pLSbVE2Vvv9Z-zusQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "XZU-yPVHYOJWG0cYmGY4Sw", "review_id": "HI6zXf7Z4qnrXv1CiR55LQ", "text": "The Best Sports Bar in town. Wilson's has, dollar for dollar, the city's greatest Friday night fish fry. Just don't tell anyone. A lot of people have caught on and Randy raised the prices lately! Albeit only slightly. If Mack is working behind the bar order a \"Mackdriver\" and say goodnight. Yes, the same Mack who ran Stillwaters for years. There truly are TVs everywhere including the restrooms, so this is the place to watch the big game.  A sports gambler's Mecca!", "business_id": "zAsxPh3h9xMQnSDGl41kSg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1-bhSFWLp2eI1Bj8ZlG4HQ", "review_id": "Ztr1f0_hJXMet889qbCJxQ", "text": "First of all, they charged us to split an entree.  In fact, we had to do the splitting - I guess they charge to have access to an extra plate.  The mushrooms in our enchilada were canned, and then burned.  The ranchero sauce tasted like the red sauce that comes with Spaghetti-O's.   The chips and salsa was less spectacular than the stuff I buy on sale at the grocery store.  The part I depend on most to get me through crappy Mexican food - margaritas - also disappointed.  They tasted like Kool-Aid (but without adequate water) and lacked tequila.  This was all at the west side location, and I hear the east side is even worse.  No vuelvo.", "business_id": "wPidHd5FxspPRgVqdEQ-Xw", "stars": 1, "date": "2008-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "LkmcnJNBfnvaZk6MoE_k5w", "review_id": "kk1_UHGc28fgsA7JGoLipQ", "text": "I've been coming to this Perkins since I was a kid (popcorn chicken and Where's Waldo? activity books FTW) and while my last visit was not so great, they're generally a reliable location. Most days the food is tasty if unimaginative, they can accommodate groups, and they usually can get you in and out pretty quick despite the lobby being packed to the gills on weekend mornings. \n\nFor the last few years I've avoided Perkins on the whole because of sub-par food and service from another location (an annual stop after a camping music festival due to their being open on holidays and ability to seat 10-12 of us with no reservation), but my man friend really likes their breakfast and, more specifically, not having to wait for breakfast like you do at most places downtown. Over the summer I had an avocado/queso/english muffin creation that actually really surprised me with how good it was and breakfast potatoes that were clearly deep fried but similarly surprising in how much I enjoyed them. The breakfast combo price was right ($8ish dollars), and for some reason one of the available sides was a muffin, so I came away with breakfast the next day, too. \n\nFast forward to a couple weeks ago when we stopped back in. Sadly, my breakfast find had disappeared from the menu and they appear to have done away with the bonkers muffin side. Nothing was really striking my fancy on the most recent menu, so I decided to pick one of the most ridiculous offerings, an apple cinnamon muffin that was sliced into thirds and turned into french toast. I'm sure it was terrible for me, and while the flavor was surprisingly good, muffins just aren't stable enough to hold up to being battered and so it was kind of mushy mess. Compounding my meh meal was the fact that it took close to 40 minutes for our food to arrive, tracking down our server was difficult, and my appetite was put off by how dirty the ledge under our booth was. We were seated in one of their tiny (but cool) two-person booths along the window and with the morning sun pouring in I could see all the crumbs, bits of paper, and rusty bobby pins on the window sill. If anyone from Perkins happens to read this, please, please clean that up. The fact that the pins were rusty tells me it's been awhile since a vacuum has made its way to that area. Yuck. \n\nWhile my most recent visit was definitely a two-star experience, they've been just fine on other visits so I'll leave my overall rating at a three. Not the best choice in Madison, but a reliable stand-by\u00a0on the whole.", "business_id": "yYIEKwgQUHJpySOcVdCAkg", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "oSA746-4MCJpWorJkzxqpQ", "review_id": "0suwAzgXkSOO81d_oOLnyQ", "text": "Nom nom nom. Yummy teriyaki and big portions. One of the few places to get nearly-fresh 'fast' food.", "business_id": "9vgu6o1CwP5NakVkb29z0g", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IhNL5RS_hEdmBvA0O468ZQ", "review_id": "HfSyuV_-mGOS3JLfnYrHEA", "text": "**Don't pass up the garlic chile fries!**\n\nI love the tap beer selection and all of the entrees we've tried have been great!", "business_id": "HTplzElel_F_U_qhWuDKdg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XE-EtNY1ogC6XdLYhYVVFQ", "review_id": "L43dnhhSiGsaLb543kXjbg", "text": "Too institutional.  Out of a can, bag, box, or freezer.  Parking is very limited.  Not a fan.", "business_id": "1YEuqVtVMHdpavzoGcUUug", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kng9WnZK-I-fZQOj--18gg", "review_id": "4wCDi10IzvCGa9xbp8Z99w", "text": "Stopped here because it was the closest to the freeway through Madison. I prefer non-franchised coffee shops to the big chains.  Best dirty chai (red eye chai) I have ever had! The macchiatos are weird though, they put them in mini cups.", "business_id": "JPFzpR5PvZWqHXQMIZFk2w", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ymu-skJBNYejuqbpAYbmaw", "review_id": "o5ytZhMPxbDExvI9QuUvqQ", "text": "Oh my why didn't I review this place, like, a year ago?  \n\nWhat's not to like about Monty's.  The only bad thing (which is really a great thing) is all menu choices, especially if you're a vegetarian.  It's sort of scaled-up-diner-food-meets-comfort-food, then add a fair share healthy options.  And great prices.  And great service.  Although it's not on Willy St. it still has the same friendly neighborhood atmosphere.  \n\nSo I've been to Monty's twice, both times late morning, and was seated and served quickly.  The first visit a friend and I split the spinach and feta omelet which was great and large enough for both of us, and a third friend had the salmon hash.  After our meal Monty himself (well, not sure if it was the Real Monty, so lets say the chef) came out to ask us how our meal was.  The second visit I went with a lunch item and ordered chicken fried steak, also great and the portions were easily enough for two people.  Once again Monty came out and greeted his diners!  Ordered a piece of Fat Elvis cake to go, which is banana cake layered with peanut butter fudge icing and topped with chocolate icing. Yum!", "business_id": "fjaQ3Ixkofh8xGhklUtDnA", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LrLcoTw3sDy7P6ZKDDGtmg", "review_id": "1DdLhEyXyt2mLfzFFZCPLA", "text": "Great desserts, great food, amazing service. Will be back soon.", "business_id": "fjaQ3Ixkofh8xGhklUtDnA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "O7Qnaecq57Qcerc480SaUA", "review_id": "SWCQclzROBGdAoeacLQfQg", "text": "Very busy and the for the floor show, I watched a small child dash back and forth from the dining area into the kitchen area and back again. Multiple times. I didn't like the floor show, so that was the last time I went there.", "business_id": "fjaQ3Ixkofh8xGhklUtDnA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GUWJ9cBtRm40OXMbLWUaDQ", "review_id": "UMbJEM_6SYgEkkHF9CkkPg", "text": "I have been hearing about Monty's Blue Plate Diner ever since I moved to Madison because some of my co-workers absolutely LOVE this place.  It took me almost 5 months to get here which is kind of unfortunate, because it is GREAT!\n\nThe first thing I was told about Monty's was that it is like an upscale diner that serves vegan and vegetarian food.  This is kind of true, because it is a diner, it is nice inside and not super divey and you can order lots of dishes as vegan, vegetarian, or gluten-free.  However, I would definitely not describe Monty's as a vegan/vegetarian restaurant because half of the items contain eggs or bacon, as any good diner should.\n\nThe first time I went I ordered blueberry pancakes, the short stack, and a simple glass or orange juice.  I passed on the free bottomless cup of coffee that you get when you check in because I had already had my coffee for the day.  The pancakes were good, nothing fancy, but solid.  Two was plenty for me as they were a large-ish size.\n\nSecond time I ordered the Monty's breakfast sandwich which had bacon, avocado, fried egg, herbed goat cheese, and something leafy I think on cheddar jalepeno bread.  It was served with their American potatoes which remind me of the potatoes I got at Grampas brunch.  The sandwich was tasty, though I was disappointed a little by the bread as it didn't have much jalepeno or cheddar flavor and mostly tasted like toasted white bread.\n\nThird visit I went with the Blue Plate Special Omelet that had bacon, avocado, and cheddar inside with salsa on top served with American potatoes and a biscuit.  I also finally got one of their mimosas that are very popular among Saturday brunch goers.  The omelet was really tasty, only needed a little salt and pepper on top and as always, the potatoes were awesome.  I also had an outstanding biscuit, warm, moist, flaky and crumbly at the same time with a nice crust on top.  Nomnomnom.  \n\nOverall Monty's is an excellent choice with solid diner food, friendly service and fairly reasonable prices.  Perfect for people that have different dietary choices as there is seemingly something for everyone!", "business_id": "fjaQ3Ixkofh8xGhklUtDnA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "oFhtzLhXS1iENWoBMdWk4w", "review_id": "cngUlBgdCmfZRg2TxBul0A", "text": "Typical local bar - has ping pong tables, limited bar seating, and a decent juke box. Have never had the food here - appears to be typical bar fare. Decent pricing on PBR tallboys and limited tap list.", "business_id": "YlznKuAxnd7j3QfXFzoIog", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "k9ZauOOEDAsEhTcV9t2W4Q", "review_id": "BKXdLRnZDJrgnIFD9W7YeA", "text": "Wings are alright. The gyro is acceptable. The pizza is only slightly rubbery. Delivery however was speedy and service at the bowling alley was very nice and accomodating.", "business_id": "xMyTUliefguc3bfetGebJg", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "AeargRrute0mYXS980sirQ", "review_id": "U8rCPFn3_oHrZ-DHo8VIgA", "text": "Headed here for a late meal on a Sunday night. Turns out it was a Packer Sunday night football Sunday night, so the dining room only had one other party, but the bar was pretty packed. The staff was a little pre-occupied with the game and the folks in the bar and the single waitress for the dining room was running herself a little ragged. \n\nOur meal came with soup and salad - the salads were typical pre-dinner and perfectly ok. The soups left a lot to be desired. We had one of each - cheeseburger and turkey pot pie - both lacked flavor and they weren't worth the space they'd take up in our tummies. \n\nOur steaks themselves were gorgeous. Both looked bigger than the 12oz we ordered and they were well cooked. However, we'd ordered fried onions to accompany them and my fried onions were burnt to a crisp. I had to scrape them to the side and eat around them to make sure their flavor didn't alter the taste of my steak. \n\nIn the end, it was a good, filling meal for a really good price, but it's not like I'll be jumping to head back.", "business_id": "68JsiWNLKs8NDCrBCxIWMA", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "mYNVxf_lmGZEcgdGrqR8lw", "review_id": "GwRPy8XEStyZoiQXy-XPQg", "text": "I went for Sunday brunch.  We got there early, around 10, so it was not busy.  The service was good, as was the food.   The veggie patty was excellent! I like the coffee bar so that you don't have to wait for someone to refill your cup.   I will go back.", "business_id": "JJFoeKZXgi2_LeECDMkkoQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "9FSM9AxSCXFSjMR2j3zrcg", "review_id": "-QfvFOvpauIitutVVtGuPA", "text": "First time here. I had the WI brat and hubby had the BBQ pork sandwich - both were packed with flavor! The environment is casual and we had fun people watching :) Best part is, it's right on the capital bike trail.\n\nI do wish we had known it was cash only though - they do have an atm with a $2 charge. Remember to bring cash!", "business_id": "KHOHjA8HOcTlFBCtMQFv8A", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CRyOc3Njbf0jtRptTs5s2w", "review_id": "EHDbGqLf0fH9fedVwq4Lww", "text": "My girlfriend talked me into giving this place one more chance so I said alright, my experience this time was a huge improvement from the last few times I was there. I had the 1/2 slab of ribs with a double order of fries and my girlfriend had the same but with the fried buns and a single order of fries. The room was full of people when we first walked in, this was somewhat of a worry but my girlfriend made me wait it out since she wanted to eat inside the restaurant. The service was very friendly even though one worker was constantly moving in and out between the dining room and the kitchen. The music and the atmosphere was very enjoyable. My girlfriend was very pleased with the experience and suggested that we come back for a \"date night\". I was very pleased that this experience was a great one. :)", "business_id": "HLWtNcf3l-wKb6v9duteMQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AcZzBKa5TSAjOCL7CV-ZFA", "review_id": "fm1imwJA8waqAuwN2Gl3RQ", "text": "Absolutely Killer BBQ", "business_id": "HLWtNcf3l-wKb6v9duteMQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RvweNJFVkR3ttkWsIBy7nQ", "review_id": "ryQOQcZCqggnSglimbezPQ", "text": "Panera is a chain so the food stays pretty consistent. The service here is phenomenal! Bussers during lunch to keep things clean and make sure the tables turn over.  \n\nI appreciated that there was a good number of baked goods. Not to mention, the line moved quickly. If you plan to go to a chain, head over here.", "business_id": "S2x-rEziU3ONR9zO_vpPxA", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aygJzxCaec7e0UcxeJzmKA", "review_id": "FAxzKveUfNYetrR-1xE57g", "text": "The custard is nice, but little flavor variety. Only 3 flavors. The people working at this place have little patience for the indecisive.", "business_id": "Jb5SB2OXbRW0e7ErGlMK-Q", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "ZPWpo_enQtNt5rWod7WELg", "review_id": "TmcbP3LnSXWjnapERTZCDw", "text": "Every single thing is delicious here. I go here for my monthly freshly made deli sandwich for lunch. I almost always get the honey ham and Swiss on a croissant with green leaf lettuce, fresh, red, thinly sliced tomatoes and perfect mayo. Their pre-made salads and sandwiches are creative and fresh too. Great breads, fresh cheeses, oh and Babcock Hall ice cream!!", "business_id": "LWmlH8MwUnwMWN5Ma8utnQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "fWdty5aIsuXbnldDQBiquw", "review_id": "tCFmY97ECd_Op_4UFq_PqQ", "text": "We were looking for a late lunch in Monona, and we were really hungry. David's Jamaican Cuisine was just what we needed!\nPrice was very reasonable, and I like the laid back atmosphere and reggae.\nI tried a little of almost everything on the buffet and was generally pleased. Highlights were: the rich, juicy, fall apart jerk pulled pork with a little extra jerk sauce; the BBQ pork, which had an amazing molasses and jerk-spiced sauce; lightly breaded and fried mango chicken; a piece of fried fish which wasn't labelled, but was tasty, flaky, and spiced just right; super moist but not overly sweet chocolate coconut rum cake; and of course sweet fried plantains!\nThe buffet was running a little low, but it was late for lunch, and everything was still appropriately hot or cold. Service was friendly, if a little hands-off, which I don't mind at a buffet.\nI will definitely go back!", "business_id": "qodyGnpmj1zEfi7nJ534BA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5ZOox-50HyMaIrZmr3OdQw", "review_id": "taK--_phIR_1eYvZ_BZh1A", "text": "This location is kind of dirty. I like Red Robin, and I was no prepared to be blown away, but the dishes were kinda half assed washed, the bathroom was dirty and the place was just kinda gross.", "business_id": "4pZeC9W0EIiBTOJMnwG2vw", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "10JcHKBgCCFV-Gd3TTwnTw", "review_id": "l_Yu2b1YMyka0tQj_qkyzA", "text": "I have been going here a long time. Since they opened. Since they had Inddor Sand Courts. The staff are friendly. Not sure about this new food service.... But I don't goto a bar for food. I goto a bar to have fun. \nThis place is a blast, did I forget to mention about the outdoor patio and live music. \nNo I do not work there. No I do not own anything. I am just someone who has always been treated right. I feel that when a place treats you right. You do the same.", "business_id": "yrBo3c3OTKVO4H1ttBxadw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pNLMcn81FMOa4ECTcto4JA", "review_id": "Hmiw4uJZ47vPyVhjDeYdPA", "text": "The only thing that keeps me from giving it 5 stars is the ambience. This is not Takara or Muramoto, and it's not meant to be. I go here for take out when I want sushi that is better than the usual gas-station grade sushi you find at Copps. This is much fresher sushi than you find at the grocery store, on par with the more expensive restaurants in town, but at more reasonable take out prices. I highly recommend the Philadelphia rolls, they're delicious.\n\nOne thing that is very cool is that you can see your sushi being made on a flat screen TV.", "business_id": "wN5WijlhJjW_3keXENR1cw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "H4RbPWQUAMSfo4zrw55dKw", "review_id": "-voCKpi6g26vQtrLbSU4ew", "text": "I've enjoyed barbeque for nearly six decades from Memphis to Texas and throughout the South. And it does not get any better than Hickory River.\n\nIf you want the best Texas-style BBQ in the country, stop by Hickory River. The decor is basic, but if you love genuine barbeque, this is the place. My favorite has always been the brisket, but all the meats are superb. I always pick up a couple bottles of BBQ sauce (mild and hot) to take home.\n\nI love BBQ and I love HIckory River.", "business_id": "0kRBRm5xOWclzemsLl9iQA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DoM58FPX_dJMu6eZ9wna2A", "review_id": "bxi0W5gLbo5fpZQKSkDcdQ", "text": "I called in my order and it was done by the time I got there about 10 minutes later.  Very fast and efficient- It's fast Chinese food but it's better than the Panda Express type places.  I enjoyed the crab rangoon especially.  Make sure to ask for sweet and sour sauce if you order the crab rangoons as it is not assumed.", "business_id": "vubRS4bmJ_8yXpn-67wNZA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jEp_bRQM1-sRxAwCz-5dbw", "review_id": "ebiB-pmyGYMgMZ2BF8HHBw", "text": "Pam was our extremely attentive, and patient, waitress. Food was excellent, as always. Usually we avoid Sunday's but the turnaround was quick!", "business_id": "u-y1z3usKenHtOGrH5Vveg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CX4GcrCCnzfNyAl0cPqGbg", "review_id": "R-I-AoawmOOiG-8p8hMxUA", "text": "I actually prefer Subway over Silver Mine but it has an awesome student meal deal with a jumbo drink and a cookie. Sweet!", "business_id": "Uw1DZhEtTmLzMcXmdpR8Pw", "stars": 3, "date": "2007-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 6, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "rY3mFbwwNkPEAzRhaoGtSg", "review_id": "Sjh82cfdwYEkuk0rr6nI-A", "text": "I will first start out by saying that, of course a college town bar is going to be full of underage people (especially in a town when 19 year olds are legally allowed in bars!!!)!!!!  Who are you people giving these stupid reviews?!?!    \n\nWell, I went back to campus this weekend for the Michigan-Illinois game.  Wow, this bar is more disgusting than ever (I think it gets worse and worse every year - or maybe I get older and older every year and have less tolerance for grossness...)!  When you first step foot into the bar, your feet just stick to the floor.  Do they ever mop???  If your shoes aren't sticking to the floor, they're in an inch of piss/booze/broken glass etc.  I saw a girl laying flat on her back with her hair and skirt in the gross wet mess, and she had lost a shoe.  EWWW.\n\nJust get some toilet paper in the ladies room stalls!", "business_id": "RwhUzMEG2tVnZQY9dEuXzw", "stars": 1, "date": "2007-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-aljOaGKPAZJv--LnC6-ig", "review_id": "e8I4GSMt7eZ8bCLwldbrBw", "text": "Good tacos and cheap eats, a college students dream. Wednesday is dollar taco day and they are very flavorful. Made to order and it might take a while because it gets packed but its worth the wait.", "business_id": "cT9uP_Lr5bz6jhIqZPlLcw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8oJRVNV3Bi3VHAuI1Su7-A", "review_id": "baJaNx_KlxdRqgfh1JeKRw", "text": "Fine times i have had here the fries sometimes are subpar and thats why three stars because how can you mess up frozen fries but they manage to so maybe take a look at your product or prep, gyros taste great to me.", "business_id": "UrxAu3jjRM_u6iQXDPzkSQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ZNdHOr6-xHUP8F39bewh9A", "review_id": "g1QpD2STSF1_GX74n08gwA", "text": "Tapas. We ordered the first seven appetizers on the menu and they were all perfect. How is that possible? All 7 appetizers perfectly done. We were not in a Michelin star restaurant in New York or LA. This was Champaign, Illinois- a university town. I did not expect such impeccably crafted food and such top notch service but then again I found it here. Food this good merits 5 stars. Deeply satisfying and perfect for a quiet date or even a night out with friends. \n\nAgain, I only tried the tapas. I see no reason why the rest of the menu won't impress.", "business_id": "vY3jiyABOyFOaGBujou8Vg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iZXnZSzTUWdXe_ZNIixgUA", "review_id": "Vh1THd0XaPclZ6hGfkmqcw", "text": "generally okay place, a little overpriced for the settings:(  noisy and place is too small, not looking very neat... food portion is below average. maybe not again.", "business_id": "1tK0k-vRgGFC3oSZNUJ58Q", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EZ6UB9mX59z-RRy8TVkitQ", "review_id": "7lRDDe-SmsSJC8I54Ngzxg", "text": "The delivery is fast and consistently good. Online ordering is great. \n\nIt's annoying they don't give you napkins which is why no five star for me. When I'm home it's not a big deal but sitting in my office it really takes away from the convenience factor and I get that I can ask them but 1) should I really have to? and 2) even when I've done that in the past they forget them. \n\nI think it's kind of a joke they don't give napkins by default honestly especially for delivery. \n\nHaving said that I still order from here all the time so why would they change?", "business_id": "j9N_fG1PVCSY-3HY1TRQ5Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "MJCBX00fARCnICrNCy8I5w", "review_id": "KTAmKOAz_BojT__GQw_IfQ", "text": "Went with a friend and got a Bento box (Salmon teriyaki).  Food was good, but the place is a bit far from campus.  I'm not a fan of Miso soup, but the rest of my meal was good.", "business_id": "K5PfWwW61Ajommy9xvXdAw", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GQ4WZbwsmjgQ1KmTttRc8Q", "review_id": "g4i9jGBxBTsfrJOsWDPT5Q", "text": "Enjoyed the sample of red wine while waiting for the lunch rush to vacate, about 30 minutes. Once seated we had a couple of staff stop by our table to offer us another free sample, but it was the 3rd person who took our order. He was funny, attentive, and kind... When my meal had a salad and my friend's didn't he brought two salad bowls so she could \"steal\" some salad, too. \n\nThe shrimp fettuccine was delicious; my friend commented that the zuppa soup had a different sausage than previously used in the past, that this time the sausage was less spicy.\n\nI ordered the long island limoncello, was good, but not what I expected. \n\nI would definitely go back and would recommend to friends... just wait til about 230-300 in afternoon when the craziness dissipates :)", "business_id": "H0D2HYqLd9MRCq68rtbTyQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TpLA3XSBxKXIfvE4ZCcQcw", "review_id": "ZqihZc2d3sOInud26n62Mg", "text": "It's so nice to have a locally owned butcher. The customer service is outstanding and the prices are affordable. \n\nMy favorites: \nAmish turkeys for thanksgiving (pre-order)... free range, affordable (for free range), and delicious! \nFresh ground beef for very juicy burgers\nFresh sausage, especially the kielbasa which is heaven", "business_id": "niK-GkBZ_RIFscfy-nH1rg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "b4mD_qeym7sGUhDN4a96FA", "review_id": "hZaqXvGiieDoFenZO6438w", "text": "Carmon's is a dingy little restaurant that has cute \"authentic\" touches here and there - fans that look like jet engines, mismatched salt and pepper sets, crappy paper menus shoved onto a clipboard, an antique cash register - but their menu lacks a certain something. I came here with my mom for Sunday brunch, and I was told beforehand that there is minimal waitstaff and apparently only one cook in the kitchen. So I expected slow service.\n\nWhat I didn't expect was crappy service, with the two waitresses serving everyone else before me and my mom, serving people who came after us, completely ignoring us for twenty minutes to get our order, plopping our plates down in front of us, and then giving us the wrong check, one that was ten dollars more than what we actualy ordered.\n\nThe food was standard. My mom had the ratatouille crepe which was okay, but sort of tasted \"earthy\" (read: like dirt), and my spinach crepe was drowning in creamed crap by the time I stuck my fork in it. And I asked for cheddar on top - what the hell? $2 for shitty American shredded cheese? My bad for expecting you to go out of your way to give me shavings of nice cheddar cheese. \n\nDon't expect me to come back here again. If I want to experience French food, I'll go somewhere guests are actually appreciated and the food doesn't take effing four hours to get to my table, while the owners and other waitresses mingle and act nice with people that look a certain type. No thanks.", "business_id": "G7td0ad3wqtEODTJpNjEZQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2009-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "9FOYCNxxGDlBRfAgK3IB7A", "review_id": "Kxew7Fd74nV3A2zVrGWhuA", "text": "Stood in there for twenty minutes before anyone noticed us. Four tables without people, all covered with plates and trash. We were told it would be awhile because there were no tables. Incredibly rude, clearly don't care for customers or loyalty. Will not be returning.", "business_id": "2UAbUSTMsR9G26A8AYO3dA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OZ54qBXxuBZpTEci_u23LQ", "review_id": "WAFPBvwunwFLmVRJpfsEDw", "text": "good times from college, my favorite bar in the area. always go there when i'm down and always made sure to bring out of town people there when i came. \n\ndrinks will be the cheapest compared to everywhere else in the area. Food is pretty good but sometimes its hit and miss. i've had great irish nachos and i've had terrible irish nachos there. \n\nSERVICE IS TERRIBLE they are incredibly rude. \n1st example\nstanding at the bar watching a football game holding my money out on the counter so bartender knows i want a drink. next thing i know the bartender is in my face \"waving your money around wont get you served faster\". What the hell, i was standing there holding it on the bar, i wasn't even looking at you i was watching tv. \n\n2nd example\ncrowded for unofficial so i'm sure they are stressed. close out my tab, paid with a credit card but was going to leave a cash tip. Still reaching for my wallet bartender looks at 50 dollar tab with no tip. \"hey buddy, thats really a jerk thing to do, thanks\" again, what the hell! can i reach in my wallet to give you the cash, needless to say i said yeah your right and left without tipping. \n\n3rd example\nusually the irish nachos are covered in toppings, most recent time hardly any. go back up to counter, its sunday no one is there so its not like its busy. Can i get some more toppings please i didn't get very much. Guy looks at me like i just punched his mother. answers slowly \"yeah... i guess i can\". he was pissed. Dude calm down i just want more toppings, didn't say it was terrible, get over yourself. \n\nthank god i love this place. except the servers. and not all are bad, just most.", "business_id": "MVH3JOKpQvMTP4jxwBUhkA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3qFI4GeLEDUtWNRpLBY68Q", "review_id": "azUqOA2VAJcEhMuwQB07Rg", "text": "Better than IHOP by far. Basic good food. I had the ham melt without mushroom and tomato. That's just what I got. My husband got the Denver skillet ($7.50). I tried the potatoes in it and they were good. I had the raz ma taz smoothie and it was great. We had a coupon so it was worth the visit. \nThey didn't get 5 stars because their online menu and their actual menu don't match.", "business_id": "6HKjKhgDLBpuZFNBOCzVQw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-11-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AVaHoWjKbo54lWbflaCxEQ", "review_id": "aeWnZj_h_sRWT4OPuHvsBQ", "text": "This place is ahh mazing!! The boy Eddie that works there is so sweet and nice and cute. He washes the dishes but told me that he doesn't wash his hands so.. Only four stars.", "business_id": "ygZ1n-RjzZibC80NLgHauw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "yfRrC6MhxpIJ4-xMcrmk5Q", "review_id": "gvEy1khc1lL_xNEEcB6OKA", "text": "I should say up front that this review is based on chips, salsa, and a strawberry frozen margarita.  But you know, I feel like chips/salsa/margz are the fundamental building blocks of any Mexican restaurant, and if they fail at those, they might fail at other things.\n\nWhen my friend and I drove down for homecoming, we arrived a little early and couldn't check into the hotel yet.  Chevys was just down the street, so we decided kick off our weekend of constant food and alcohol consumption by getting some drinks at the bar.  At 5 pm on a Friday night, the place was amusingly empty, with the occasional random quiet man alone at the bar drinking margaritas (awkward) and a couple other tables of folks in Illini gear (and Steelers gear, for some odd reason.  They followed me here?)\n\nWe saw that on Fridays they have a $4 frozen strawberry margarita special.  That deal was calling our name, so we each got one.  They were all right - good texture, decent taste, we got a little buzzed, but nothing special.  The chips and salsa, however, were totally blargh!  Watery salsa, weirdly textured chips - like, the chips were really weak and flimsy, not the good sturdy tortilla chips that can hold up to good salsa.  They weren't even worth eating.  Also, the bartender was visibly perturbed when we asked for the check.  Sorry, but we had dinner plans at Papa Del's, and didn't want to spoil our appetite!\n\n....why go here when you could drive a mile and go to Dos Reales?", "business_id": "WgmAx4SWy-71daxakDNd1g", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Kuk0ody1l9jtj_dnnRc3nw", "review_id": "RdPrWP8ATWMidlkWSjlr4Q", "text": "They get a 4 star just off the buffalo chicken dpi and they are playing the pacquio fight. I'm a woman so I can't go higher than a 4.... Even if the food is bomb... A little difficult to find compared to others. Set up is a little awkward. I nearly walked past the hostess booth", "business_id": "JhEA8qHfNmIh8c6OHXnaYA", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "nmYMIqvpgME75EImtUc54Q", "review_id": "omC2uWsrST56SywXtXkLEg", "text": "This beacon of light half way thru a five hour trip appeared as if a mirage in the distance...or, ya know, on the corner.  \n\nWe arrived and made a dash straight to the restrooms which we were happy to discover were very clean. We were a party of nine so they couldn't sit us at the same table so split us into two tables right next to each other, which suited us fine. \n\nOur waitress could not have been less thrilled to serve us. I don't think I saw her crack a grin, much less a smile, the entire time. \n\nThe food was decent. The pancakes had a seriously tough exterior, but the eggs were yummy, the biscuits and gravy devine, and my toast wasn't overly buttered (Rebeca has me looking out for that now). \n\nI had asked for there to be two seperate checks since trying to figure out a nine person tab could get ugly, however when it came time to pay, one check. \n\nThank goodness everyone just decided to split the cost, which was wonderfully affordable, instead of picking it apart cent by cent. \n\nOverall, a good travel spot for decent food.", "business_id": "KUpdnQi16DGP54FlDWOJ6g", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "e7sPh1GIUM5dhRzrAm1GHQ", "review_id": "MVpC9i-xdYzFVOEhxq7klg", "text": "Always a great meal!  Enjoy the lunch specials and my favorite dish is the Pad Thai, Thai Hot", "business_id": "0lFRJ0q1PU_R4YaLNRWnpA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TRRWbcA6deKM_3c-rJ6uWg", "review_id": "doPDBhdQ43IsAaeeXq7tBg", "text": "Really loved their Microstrone soup and their iced tea is pretty amazing!! They were out of a lot of stuff on their menu but it was everything I hoped for in the end.", "business_id": "oP8KsXHOUA_otHHI5JHScQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Z9EaeQJxR-7Y_JyfV5o_iQ", "review_id": "_XRm0pR8heZpfyHHWWKT_A", "text": "I don't get Chinese food often, however, when I do, I get it to feed a lot of people. I placed my order for carry out. The woman taking my order over the phone was very friendly. She reviewed my order and let me know total amount on phone. She gave me a 15 minute wait time. It was ready when I got there. The food was so delicious!! Everyone was happy with all. Our favorite dish was the crab rangoon appetizer. We will definitely use this rainbow garden next time we want Chinese food.", "business_id": "Kck9wE9Z1S_xxzglh1Qdwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7GMeht7p0vgETW2Ik1XINg", "review_id": "HLcJP7hWKrO_t673ziWHKw", "text": "This place is great for what it is. Cheap food, cheap beer and alcohol (hefty wine pours!), and a nice atmosphere. Service was super fast. Salad was surprisingly fresh (and only $3.50!). Pizza was great. Throwing peanuts on the ground was fun. Overall, great experience.", "business_id": "pPWre8lbVAssER6CN0uWMw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "HqaXK9toBpQdcz-0-rVwKw", "review_id": "Jp_6uhdiuwnO5FHmrYWNFg", "text": "Maybe it was because we got the \"student\" prix-five, but I was not too impressed by Bacaro. The student prix-five they are offering now is $25 for a three course meal with wine pairings. The first course, a shrimp bruschetta, was amazing. It had a wonderful spicy and tangy flavor accented with some unexpected mint leaves. Unfortunately, the main course left much to be desired. My companion's lobster ravioli was well executed, but bland. However, my cavatappi was nearly inexcusable. A small dash of tomato sauce, some pasta, and a bit of sausage is a dish I make when I'm feeling lazy on a Sunday night, not something I order at a restaurant. Dessert was an ice cream sandwich made with snickerdoodle cookies. It was a little awkward having to pick something up with my hands while at  a nice restaurant and overshadowed by a sickly sweet wine pairing. The bill came with some rich caramel brownies, which made the price a little less horrible. \n\nService was attentive, if a little pretentious. But everything was overshadowed by the cavatappi. Just because we are students doesn't mean we don't deserve good food. I've had fantastic entrees for less at other places in CU.", "business_id": "h9xdY1NO4GnNijNChTy-8A", "stars": 3, "date": "2007-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "afjDARma93OD7W0Id9CvQg", "review_id": "hw0NJKZkBJdKSmA12eoN8w", "text": "This restaurant is sort of hit and miss. I have had some really spectacular pasta with sea urchin. And some fairly mediocre short ribs. This is one of the best restaurants in the area but it wouldn't hold up too much competition elsewhere", "business_id": "h9xdY1NO4GnNijNChTy-8A", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UaIAPwweBI8Mg15HlbMaEw", "review_id": "XHJxN5C2v5jzKpcB5nTZMw", "text": "Food was not so good, scallops very good, the sauce ok, calamaris were spicy, mushroom was spicy too, overall pricey and small portions, the place is ok the server was GREAT!", "business_id": "AB5RgQ0ZnMThdqgFS3cPuw", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "iKt9RWLOS_PE4SKBRFkKww", "review_id": "f_6TT0FXu-tbsztsKQl-eA", "text": "The food was solid but the service, the last couple of times I was there, was a little lacking.  The servers were not all that attentive to our needs and our drinks were never refilled through the meal.  This place is a local favorite and definitely somewhere to visit.", "business_id": "AB5RgQ0ZnMThdqgFS3cPuw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vu0b-IYm08LYTpSVIR5Vdg", "review_id": "1JVKPf3_OjR28BTUcTilvA", "text": "Nice atmosphere. I thought the steaks are overpriced. I enjoyed cooking my own steak. You have to pay $2.00 for them to cook your steak.", "business_id": "562AuYjOuZwtTbS1UYhY6Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Yk4M7njh15XGoNCX2_rcaA", "review_id": "Yzq4q1E3un70FSIIJd1MIg", "text": "The days and hours of operation need to be updated it's definitely not open on Sundays. I would give zero stars if it were an option.", "business_id": "EmzaQR5hQlF0WIl24NxAZA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "NKWVkiKMXdGGmIY9BmKKJg", "review_id": "c6AqYKh_sbvlSpX89RwoSg", "text": "My daughter and I enjoyed the Satay Sampler, Super Soup and Pad Thai noodles.  All delicious, great atmosphere, we were very satisfied.", "business_id": "KPoTixdjoJxSqRSEApSAGg", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Ll-ILdELsRg-iZ5jSzB1vA", "review_id": "EVEt69EKCMvHbLKXkiPPUA", "text": "This was my first and last experience at Wild Thaiger and I will not be going back. Ever. The service was unacceptable. From the moment my friend and I entered the restaurant the experience was bad. In hindsight, I should have walked out after our issues with the hostess. She repeatedly asked us where we would like to sit, or how many people were in our party, and then she would walk away while we answered or disregard that we had answered her at all. It was like she was incapable of absorbing information. We finally got seated. The table behind us very loudly cancelled their order paid for their drinks and left stating that the service taking too long. The writing was on the wall. At first, I felt like those people were incredibly rude, but now I wish that I had left too rather than enduring a total lack of service. \nIt took a long time for us to get water or our drinks. We ordered an appetizer at the same time as our drinks, the appetizer took 45 minutes to arrive, the waiter forgot that we had ordered anything at all, came back to the table to confirm the appetizer TWICE and still brought us the wrong item and then had the nerve to charge us for it! I asked for menu suggestions, the waiter just stared at me blankly. I asked if I could have steamed rice rather than fried, he said that was impossible to change. Impossible. Eventually our entrees came, I ordered soup, it wasn't good. He brought out a teacup for me to use as my soup bowl. It was almost impossible to manage. Then our check came, he overcharged us. I didn't dispute anything because I just wanted to leave. I paid in cash, he shorted me five dollars. I called that his tip, and left. \nThe restaurant was not busy, it was typical for a Wednesday night. There is no excuse for their wait times or rudeness. I found the menu to be limiting, and the items lacked enough description. I will never go back. I have no idea how it had such good reviews.", "business_id": "KPoTixdjoJxSqRSEApSAGg", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RzCWzncrihz-yktA7SXZcA", "review_id": "rAZKv6TJZS3b2FZQMRsLgg", "text": "Fresh food, reasonable prices.\nAttractive and attentive staff.\nBroad range on the menu.\nNo complete sentences.\nYou won't be disappointed.", "business_id": "KPoTixdjoJxSqRSEApSAGg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Ja8SAyDdf1aY-E7vVixJiw", "review_id": "9FEdfGx4ADWntkxzlqQHiw", "text": "Pretty nice setting, nice waitresses, *really* good food, and the price is right. I easily could have expected lunch to cost twice as much; $8 for a Chicken Curry plate for lunch, I'm sold.", "business_id": "KPoTixdjoJxSqRSEApSAGg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "t5IXWQdoTKRVTiM-I9PslQ", "review_id": "Iuh0_qlMziBD9NalXaQdaA", "text": "Food was OK.  I had the enchiladas and they were good. The rice was also great. the chips and salsa were horrible in m opinion. The salsa was slightly sweet and the chips were a mixture of different types of chips. While this was unique.. it wasn't good. On the flip side my food came out in about 5 minutes. My server was good also.", "business_id": "e5kc0CQ4R-PCCDgb274gSg", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "sH6k8UIE2N3hjKNKtEE3Lw", "review_id": "INMpe8MCSx_JA8sNl5FqFA", "text": "I really liked this place they will definitely see me again. Often! The atmosphere outside was fantastic, noise levels were jovial while we could easily converse without shouting - just right.\n\nThe food was amazing. People at two other tables around us exclaimed Wow! When receiving their orders. \n\nWorth a visit.", "business_id": "e5kc0CQ4R-PCCDgb274gSg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "lwppVF0Yqkuwt-xaEuugqw", "review_id": "MIMy8CmJ2h0QDExfhPq2wA", "text": "Another favorite happy hour place!  They have good deals on beer and a couple food items.  I used to get the twisted breadsticks, but for some reason they took them off the menu.  Don't worry, if you ask for them, they'll make 'em.  :)\n\nService is great here....attentive and quick for how busy it usually is around 5pm.  Oh yes, and single ladies should definitely be here for happy hour - lots of men!  Probably married men let out for a few hours on a weekend....but men nonetheless!  And for the fellas, there are a lot of good looking waitresses....very cute.", "business_id": "45puCRQ6Vh_IIAy7kkfFDQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Gaf4_cxaz2s94qOe7lBA6Q", "review_id": "-7cquUti3-e8MfMXTx-C3g", "text": "Good service and location, food is great too!", "business_id": "45puCRQ6Vh_IIAy7kkfFDQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-dndfk1goOEC2sYxklf3yQ", "review_id": "5ErUnfsYNe6jtJ0AzV-HjA", "text": "Great strawberry chicken salad best dressing ever. Music a little loud but we were under the speaker. Overall a really good experience.", "business_id": "45puCRQ6Vh_IIAy7kkfFDQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "G791hjE_CQ-RKiKAiB8cAQ", "review_id": "NTSlG_IWufdD9Wuj7XgipA", "text": "My waiter was great and super attentive. I'm full and happy. I came in and right away I was greeted with a smile and I was seated promptly. I was able to order my drink right away, which gave me time to look at the menu. When she came back I was ready to order. My order came in a few minutes hot and delicious. It was my first time at this one, it's far from home but worth it.", "business_id": "P7wKlbSRsoRrfH3DFOY08A", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "oxxzLV5L9PXAn-jLRMlruw", "review_id": "h3JbC4RiKVj6qY9FNj4L9g", "text": "I know this is treasonous but I wasn't all that impressed.  I had the chicken enchiladas with green sauce.  The food was very average in my opinion although the service was very friendly and quick.", "business_id": "BESmH-lmMm34_EefL8X9fQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3tlKAz3RrpsguBxV1I7HEw", "review_id": "O3Wl3TDJ__7OGHLdnN5X2A", "text": "Best place I have been ! Me and my hubby have been going there for the last 10 years and we love it . I always order the chile relleno with taco Dinner . My hubby gets shrimp enchiladas green and they are so good also . I love it I can really say it one of the best Mexican restaurants in phoenix", "business_id": "BESmH-lmMm34_EefL8X9fQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "hWPOj78yi6CQub26elkHHQ", "review_id": "CNR9RxKmw2DpTX36Z9uOwg", "text": "Heaven on earth.\nThis place has it all: good burritos, awesome salsa, cold beer, creepy mexican carnival music, and an I (heart) Huckabees Poster in the women's restroom.", "business_id": "D09yG6Z3gcsh24Qn7Y4gYA", "stars": 5, "date": "2006-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 0, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "Z1lPtIHU7bRoIvuVa01H5w", "review_id": "pBKUKp5VlG3DwdXGYD4sSw", "text": "The food was fine on my only visit to Blue Fin, when my son and I stopped in on a hot, off peak summer afternoon following a library assignment., but what  we remember most was the elderly Japanese lady who refilled our drinks, took several moments to chat, and repeatedly referred to my son as \"Son\". Or possibly \"San\" - I'm not entirely sure. \n\nShe just had a gentle grace about her, from another culture, and another era, that made a lasting impression on my teenager. That was three or four months ago, and he still brings her up every so often. \n\n\"Hey Dad. Remember that lady at Blue Fin?\"\n\n\"What's that?\"\n\nOh, who am I kidding.  She made an impression on me too.", "business_id": "kaIue7GRCmkPzDeHDBTttQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1-A_PLT-60EZ9MsfbkV9sw", "review_id": "TGcCEV2QkoSMH3LGZgCMSQ", "text": "Extremely mediocre food, served by delightful, friendly people.That's the best way to describe this place.\n\nWe ordered California Rolls, and found them small, dry and not flavorful. Much like Grocery Store packaged sushi.\n\nThe edamame was the worst I have ever had. It was obviously just 'nuked' and some of the beans had white areas on them from frost burn in their freezer. Really, avoid these!\n\nThe teriyaki chicken bowls, which we were expecting based on the reviews here to be delicious, were only . . . \"so so\" at best. The meat was chewy, there was some gristle thrown in for good measure, and in general, it was a big disappointment. I went in on a Groupon type special and felt that we got our money's worth, but just barely.\n\nOn the positive side, the serving size was nice on the bowl, and the women serving/making the food were very sweet and friendly. I hope their business does well, but I assure Yelpers that it will require them to upgrade their quality or this place won't be there long.", "business_id": "kaIue7GRCmkPzDeHDBTttQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FstFmHurcHsCR1loI1hQgg", "review_id": "DU9g_WvoBV6AkGlIYCmVuw", "text": "Great food! Fast service! Awesome workers! Business is run the way all should be, attentive to customers & tasty food!", "business_id": "kaIue7GRCmkPzDeHDBTttQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DrWLhrK8WMZf7Jb-Oqc7ww", "review_id": "MWJ5-vNmFj3a0z7OyuX0YQ", "text": "Popped in here to watch the Giants football game with a NYG group today. Staff was nice as we had a whole corner to ourselves and plenty of drink and food specials. Mostly a baseball bar since things did fill up closer to DBacks start time. It was dead early, no CXardinals fans in sight. Anyway, I had the Turkey Diablo here, which sounds hot, but was not. It was a crazy good combo of roasted turkey, jalapeno bacon, pepper jack cheese and green chiles on toasted sourdough with some chipotle mayo. That was an impressive sandwich, but it was 12 bucks, slightly more than some entrees, but it was worthy. Fries weren't that great, could have been hotter. Great service on a busy sunday and a two wild memorable wins for both Big Blue and the Cards.", "business_id": "j8nyAaN_w5t6wYv-ni23sg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "e3MngJ-9Sb1Kq12hXZ-zKw", "review_id": "Ur9RwkTSr8QvVeYuMQhB7w", "text": "I am mexican...and I know mexican food.\n\nFood here is greasy and old.\n\nI was there three times while at a conference at the convention center...I stayed the night at the Hyatt during the time.\n\nI ordered Chicken Flautas and the plate came with rice and beans.  The rice was dry and looked as if it was at least 2 days old..left in the open air..the top of it was dry crusty...yuck.  I felt the food was slopped on my plate and it was VERY greasy.  Place is very casual..but the carpets are REALLY dirty and smelly...almost as if someone urinated in the dark corners...this place converts to a night club on certain nights..so maybe thats why the place smells like spilled drinks and vomit and urine in the dark corners.....\n\nDrinks were delish.... the Bartender Pamela is a sweetheart and the only reason I gave this place a 2nd and 3rd chance...I mainly went there for the free appetizers and sat at the bar and talked to Pamela while she served me yummy sweet drinks!  You can't get a bartender like her ANYWHERE!! just wish the food was better!", "business_id": "Y293fHh5SZ0_9BZm4M6BCg", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "HY9qpAamqLXFoa7xMwNntg", "review_id": "cC5EhKj0lMWNh9RxT6aKcA", "text": "now that i live within walking distance of the paisley, it's become an addiction.  i would describe them as a catch all place for beer, wine, coffee, and food.  quite random inside actually, with all of the bikes and flags and the muddy fish tank (bleh, really guys?)...\n\nlots of good wines and the beer selection is random and changes often...what i really come here for though is the food..lots of vegetarian options..my favorite would have to be the veggie burger...served panini style and made of brown rice and delicious veggies you seriously can't go wrong...their el greco sandwich is killer as well, if you're a meat eater, and it's served on this delicious toasted sourdough bagette.  their pasta salad is spot on too, i always get that as my side.\n\nstaff is friendly, your typical grand ave crowd can be seen here..randomness at it's finest...nice outdoor patio area, can't wait for the weather to cool down and enjoy some delicious brew and a tasty sandwich.", "business_id": "IceZ4BtTz76eppjNWm-c6A", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "DHZ-kZ9sPDMmpnyFGXQ4hg", "review_id": "X_pIpIDCM3g8hZHD7s6e0w", "text": "After paying to park at the weak excuse of a mall that this place is located in we figured we might as well at least try to get our parking moneys worth so we stopped in and ordered up a couple margaritas to ease the pain of being bamboozled. I've definitely had better drinks and I've definitely had worse. Can't speak for the food here but I definitely wouldn't be running back for happy hour or any other hour for that matter to throw one back.", "business_id": "-lOSaCuBRAvX5JBifx-EMw", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dny_S2iY4Wp2SisZzbZ7RQ", "review_id": "pV9E1N9jJ97-stSJp92kow", "text": "Excellent fish tacos (including a mahi-mahi variety if you're into that).  I really like the salsa bar, not too overwhelming, just the right amount of condiments to choose from.  This place was a godsend when looking for a quick bite in downtown Phoenix.  Every other place I walked by looked really beat.", "business_id": "XI-_Y2XRw03mozGx0Z90Gw", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 6, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "yuPBS3fak77lgwO_9SXVYQ", "review_id": "KlShzDOQQ4yZN8zUYxN1og", "text": "Stopped w/one of my KICK ASS coworkers for lunch last Friday. \n\nI mean, this chain has been around for awhile and are famously known for their chicken wings and scantily-clad female servers - sounds great!! LOL\n\nMenu items were pretty typical: burgers/sandwiches, salads, wings! I had the shrimp club sandwich and shared some wings. Salad was a tad overpriced for the quantity served. I assumed I'd be taking some back w/me, but it was pretty dainty.\n\nI have to say, their wings are fab! I love that you can order different sauces/temps also. \n\nVenue was very clean and orderly, including bathrooms, which I inspect w/a sharp, OCD-infused eye. Great job!", "business_id": "qsWxbgQwuomXvMseg23DGg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5Td84D4oDkkgxsMeqcrTRw", "review_id": "4Eemy-19ZTHU1pjToKXmzQ", "text": "I can't say I will be going here very often but it is another option for me when i want a nice dinner that is gluten free.  \n\nI was impressed that we mentioned gluten free and the waiter gave me some options, he even remembered no croutons on my salad and the item I ordered had a gluten item on it so they substituted something else in it's place.  \n\nThe food was good and I have to say the pasta was really good because I've made my own and well this was a LOT better.  It was the perfect consistency I just wasn't impressed with one of the toppings because it made the dish very dry.  I ordered the Pot Pourri forgetting that the clam sauce would have gluten in it and substituted with the browned butter and Mizithra cheese which was really dry to me.  The Marinara sauce was good and added some flavor to the dish which I thought it was missing with the other item.  \n\nThis is a great family restaurant and the staff is really nice and friendly.  For the price of the food and the service you really can't beat it.", "business_id": "DlCtdbceo4YNSI53cCL2lg", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "k5bDN0HquYYiScd5Tz41Pg", "review_id": "Nc3vG8GjA8tMyKlKjQA0mg", "text": "This is my favorite OSF location! The historic downtown location (coupled with ghost story rumors) makes for a fun and #TBT experience! The staff here are always friendly, professional, and prompt. I love coming here!", "business_id": "DlCtdbceo4YNSI53cCL2lg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6FhkqCqJKadKb6pbPUukbQ", "review_id": "qC9ZEeVfkKn6xPR2Ct5Elw", "text": "This place is amazing!  .. The food.   It is really on point.  The breads are fresh and yummy (gotta use the butters)..pastas are the real deal, salad, gelato is a must! \n    I heard it's Haunted?  Plus they have all the atmosphere coolness you would expect..  Super cool decor, classic arcade games and other entertainment (sometimes balloons, artists, and such)..\nThe upholstery is rad and colorful dark woods, there is also a Spagetti Tree (have to see).. Among other things..\n     But honestly the food alone.. Will make you moan.", "business_id": "DlCtdbceo4YNSI53cCL2lg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cfUTbVcVh7XFULNR-MEZdw", "review_id": "wEUOPZ0RM6-PHagW5A8VsA", "text": "Cold fries, mediocre burger with with lettuce, tomatoes and onion on the side. Wilted to the point where I didn't want to touch it. Service was horrible. Little to say....", "business_id": "2I666dqzs1XB6xigIKa9bA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 8, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "SBbftLzfYYKItOMFwOTIJg", "review_id": "wb-S6BaxbXKXIlPmjy3RfA", "text": "I went here despite Yelpers telling me not to bother.  What did I get?  An overpriced, bland sandwich, confusion at the menu, and feeling awkward in the location.  \n\nIt's an uppity cafeteria that makes you want to believe that their food is good for you, but it's not. Don't make the same mistake I did!", "business_id": "trAvQPp7gps0Btk-2AmLpw", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "BFRoUfAdeYyvITqZ8QhWfA", "review_id": "LT1Mk5OHAw4k5EgSq-5UQQ", "text": "The Chicken Dinner meal is so good!  I find different friends to go there with since I go often and always get the same meal.  I don't want people to think I'm weird by wanting to eat at the same place w/same meal all the time.", "business_id": "trAvQPp7gps0Btk-2AmLpw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "90ceCbvowkEtz14--PIasw", "review_id": "Kn6Ls0jRBNYexOUo4_Q5Mg", "text": "It was the first time I'd ever been to a HRC and it was incredible. Went in with my daughter about noon on a Tuesday, restaurant was empty  and Cody was our server. He was very attentive and personable, I've honestly never had better service. My daughter and I shared the bruschetta, Mac and cheese (without the roasted red peppers) and the hot fudge sundae. Overall I have no complaints, it was a fantastic experience.", "business_id": "gkv2XvXpFgiq4Bb2XK7YmQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "HZeFzs42f0iGaA-sP_hUnA", "review_id": "b-nJdF4Dm7L4yiaWWadJTA", "text": "I'm not generally a fan of chains, but sometimes I eat here.\n\nThey follow instructions well. I can get something relatively healthy to eat, with little fuss, and it tastes pretty good. The personnel are polite. The food is fresh. It's clean. It's close to my house. The foot long chicken breast is $5, and they don't act like I have horns on my head when I ask them to remove some of the bread from the middle of the roll. The subway sandwich toasting machine is fast and nifty. I'm a fan.", "business_id": "Vvh2Hd4SsZjEEfKLNKAEWw", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "szbTVEtATfn8f9GxbGGO5w", "review_id": "fgom_bxi6XmsOZakmBvckw", "text": "Review is 3.5 stars, I enjoyed my cheese steak when I visited Best of Philly.  It was a Wednesday lunch time and the place was quite busy, I ordered the combo deal with half sandwich, fries, and a pop.  I was offered onions, mushrooms, sweet, and hot peppers.  I declined the sweet peppers.\nI sat down to eat and I thought the sandwich was tasty with good poofy bread, though devoid of mushrooms.  I noticed two slivers of onion and there was a good helping of tangy yellow peppers on top, I wouldn't call them 'hot' by any means.  There were several orders up at the same time as mine, I think someone else maybe grabbed my sandwich by accident.\nSo, all in all a good experience and I would return.  I've never been to Philadelphia to try the 'real' thing maybe that'll be my next foodie vacation!", "business_id": "OoHWabV-ym7_HWlHeXTsVA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "45XAn-XZEhILx1kZIr9Rhg", "review_id": "Qz19PyP7DOcLv1k0UUkFBg", "text": "Just recently started eating sushi and while in Phoenix on a business trip stopped in and talked with Seth. He will make you anything you want so long as he can and for a new sushi person like myself this was big.  I will be coming here every time I'm in Phoenix", "business_id": "oSKT5oZX1NWYaHwOWL5lag", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "usQTOj7LQ9v0Fl98gRa3Iw", "review_id": "z7H066tCADJO865hyxKcxQ", "text": "[3 stars by my relatively National BBQ standards, 4 by PHX Standards] .  \n\nHouse hunting works up an appetite.  My realtor and I were looking for a quick bite to eat and stopped in here.  Nothing fancy we just ordered up 2 small/regular pulled pork sandwiches and 2 drinks.  It hit the spot .  Yeah  and as usual I should have brought a bib.  Juicy, smokey pulled pork with a sauce that is a good balance of sweet, spicy and tangy.   I could have used a few pickled jalapeno slices or some fresh onion but that is my personal preference.  \nWhen going for my drink I saw it....my favorite BBQ beverage Big Red.  Yum!  \nI left content and not over stuffed. Feeling the need for BBQ I am sure I will stop in at this location again.", "business_id": "q1nDSpmV-FdTBNj6UuZvTg", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jpS_eyqENW49Ri6nboIGxQ", "review_id": "ZL3zId77ZzMcM7txyNcZWQ", "text": "First time here.  I'll give credit where it's due, they have apparently been reading the reviews because the staff made an extra effort to be friendly and courteous. \n\nI had 2 bbq beef sandwiches because they were out of the pulled pork.  While eating my sandwiches I had the thought there should be laws enacted to constitute what restaurants can call bbq.  Boiled meat covered in BBQ sauce is NOT BBQ.  \nI grew up in the South, I've been to Memphis in May a couple of times, so my standards for BBQ are admittedly higher than average, but this was not even close to real BBQ.\n\nWas it decent food.  Sure.  Decent, at best.  Was it the reason I got an upset stomach a couple hours later, possibly.   I don't care about the old decor, dirty looking bathrooms or anything else, if the food was good I would go back.  It wasn't.", "business_id": "q1nDSpmV-FdTBNj6UuZvTg", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "jWvzAN1czxypi-GM1KY62g", "review_id": "CGgVLClzWSPyESwZfuDp-w", "text": "As far as wine and cheese bars go - this place has Postino's beat by a long shot.  The wine list is impressive.  The staff can make recommendations on the fly.  The owner actually takes his staff to visit vinyards so they become familiar with the wines.  The food is out of this world - but unpretentious.   You don't have to travel to Scottsdale to get fine food and drink -- we've got it right here in Central Phoenix at Cheuvront.   With that said - try the Macaroni and Cheese - which is what I tried tonight - out of this world, albeit a little spicy.  I've eaten there three times and have yet to try a desert because I'm so stuffed from the fabulous cheese selection and wine.  My new favorite!", "business_id": "muCl5p-9ut1sY0aKeUeRhw", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "AirVzN1BVQBmq5zY0YMNYQ", "review_id": "PZKM4x3CV7zRr6NRh8WyhQ", "text": "I have been trying to get to Cheuvront for a while now.  What better reason than for restaurant week?  The menu sounded delicious and one of my favorites out of the ones I read.  The service was great, the atmosphere was cool, the wine was fabulous, however I have to admit, the food didn't live up to my expectations.  There was nothing bad, don't get me wrong.  I ate every bite, but I was hoping to be wow'd.  \n\nWe all had the grilled cheese appetizer, that was pretty great.  For my entree I had the portabella mushroom.  It was good, but it was stuffed with goat cheese, how could it not be?  When the server came to ask how things were, my friend commented that it was \"okay.\"  She wasn't mad or rude, just answering the question.  The server was great and brought an extra grilled cheese for her because she had commented that she really liked that.  I picked the lemon cake as dessert, and again, it was tasty, but I didn't feel compelled to finish it.\n\nI am still a fan of Cheuvront.  I want to go back for some happy hour and try some of the other food selections.  Maybe I was just expecting too much from Restaurant Week; it happens.  Either way, I love wine and I love cheese.  Cheuvront has both of those things in a great location, with good service.  No doubt, I'll be back!", "business_id": "muCl5p-9ut1sY0aKeUeRhw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "2yqK03RIfPRxll3YWyiBWQ", "review_id": "Vl-NvJxVOjBjQvoTjaxdCw", "text": "Cheuvront's is a nice little spot in Downtown Phoenix and a perfect place for a date night. The wine and cheese was fantastic. I was also very impressed by the attentiveness of the wait staff. I'll definitely be going back!", "business_id": "muCl5p-9ut1sY0aKeUeRhw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Wg7_CNPjldO2QKzL9oAeiQ", "review_id": "1bGZcOM5ixU1L50jxwNN0Q", "text": "I had the \"Cabo Wabo\" fish tacos.\nSammy Hagar would be pissed.\nDry fish, cheddar cheese and lemon? Has this chef ever been to Mexico?\nStick with the burgers and beers.\n\nA fun place for out-of-towners.", "business_id": "oCA2OZcd_Jo_ggVmUx3WVw", "stars": 2, "date": "2010-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "REAaCKPXUFUl561pMbKFuA", "review_id": "ExaBYlOIWNF9RcXVaTkL2g", "text": "First time here and from out of state, so of course we saw it on man vs food and wanted to check it out. Place is pretty cool as far as decoration but the food was awful. We had barbecue, nachos, hot wings, and the chipotle pasta (with cut up hot dog in it). Worst barbecue ever. Seemed like it was made a week ago and microwaved. Nice place to have a drink and watch a game, but avoid the food.", "business_id": "oCA2OZcd_Jo_ggVmUx3WVw", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "A_BLa2ABv3YAMaTUdgvLZw", "review_id": "SM7250Ity4am5fAFNfCyoA", "text": "Is the food good? No, not really. Though it was fun to get the big unit hot dog as a novelty. And yes I finished the whole thing. Was the service good? No, not really. In fact, the server made a million mistakes and I'm pretty sure was high on something. But I love heavy metal and Alice Cooper too much to give this place a bad review. Even though it wasn't that great, I would actually come back. I actually enjoyed the experience, even though I probably wouldn't have if Alice Cooper stuff was not everywhere. But hell, I would come back, so that doesn't deserve a bad review.", "business_id": "oCA2OZcd_Jo_ggVmUx3WVw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 7, "useful": 13, "cool": 14}, "user_id": "ij5g38AOBsA9AHBwBhWApg", "review_id": "faTvmExGWjd5-Zgal7O1zw", "text": "Now this is what I call a good time! Double References Everywhere! Alice Cooper meets Cooperstown: music and baseball collide to bring this interesting food experience. I appreciated the attention to detail, from the servers' eye makeup to the live music outside, even in the 100 degree Phoenix heat. Now that, ladies and gentlemen, is dedication. \n\nYou can try the Big Unit, of Man vs. Food fame....enough Unit to feed 3 people comfortably. Trust us, we did it. Every time one comes out of the kitchen, lights flash, and the servers all yell, \"BIG UNIT!\" Love the play on words, plus the reference to the Randy Johnson, as Alice Cooper'stown is two blocks down from Chase Field. We ordered a regular 22' dawg, not the one with all the fixin's. Delish! I was also a fan of the Bloody Marys, mac n' cheese bites, and the beer selection. \n\nA very cool stop before a baseball game at Chase Field! \n\nBonus: Go shopping! Tanks, tees, and auction items are available.", "business_id": "oCA2OZcd_Jo_ggVmUx3WVw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AUS0_7b_kvbFu_utT5P9mA", "review_id": "jrcQ64CvFhLW2p2E-FQlHA", "text": "The fish tacos aren't miss leading. Best Fish Tacos!!! I've ever had. These are not your run of the mill deep fried rubbery fish tacos. They use well seasoned fish fillet not fried and not little bits and pieces. Big and fresh. I highly recommend them and that's coming from picky of an eater. Another big plus it's right next to chase field parking is free if you dine in during events.", "business_id": "eK6KGMKqU_4nB9RdayZD7Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "_kOY5cdtI73oFMPK6OFMgA", "review_id": "FcD6nPguqVsNhx4Zoo4Y4Q", "text": "One of my favorite lunch spots.  Again, a family owned restaurant that I absolutely love!\n\nThis is the best Greek in town!  It is authentic, inexpensive and tasty.  It makes that Big Fat place look like Olive Garden. \n\nMy favorites are the gyro feta pita, the hummus, chicken picado pita (add feta), the french fries are probably the best ever, the dolmades are little bites of sunshine.  The portions are huge and they are always generous with the feta (and the onions - who eats that many onions anyway?!).  The onions are easy to pick off though...\n\nThey have the best fruit salad bowl I've ever had!\n\nThe owners and the staff are the best!  I just wish that I could convince them to open for dinner and for the weekends.  \n\nPlus, I always feel safe with all of the cops who eat there!", "business_id": "odhXwWaYZvD_icIN6f_DbA", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "B7VtyrGlLC43FcGQUmNgwQ", "review_id": "fT20P47E7Nm1R0_4-QCnEw", "text": "Tried their take-out the first time, it was great - good food, fresh meat, and big portion.\n\nWent there for lunch at the second time, very good food and it was cheap too. BUT, never order the spicy beef burrito - accidentally ordered it since the waitress spoke Spanish to me and my co-worker(time to study spanish now..), and we both got caught in this spicy dish. Couldn't finish the plate, and stomach did not like it. \n\nBut in one word, good Mexican food. If you happen to be in that area, worth to go.", "business_id": "hWhVP-28LYP3llaMlAJ_JA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "swgRfa4vN6mAMigyp2eCCQ", "review_id": "0jhE9ohFAePq1CRT6eP2rg", "text": "Just for the two salsas alone I give this place 5 stars:  that wonderful green and also a maroon salsa------both with a good kick!  I've eaten at Rosita's Place a hundred times and I went again last night.  Honestly, sometimes I can tell when a different cook is in the kitchen, but my cheese enchiladas with the GREEN sauce was the old, wonderful recipe----you've got to order to green sauce.  The diner behind me was orgasmic about his dish, so I had to ask what he ordered:  STEAK PICADO; he gave me a sample and it was mighty tasty with intense heat.  As long as they can get that cheese enchilada right with the green sauce i will be forever devoted-------heck, if they served nothing but the unique green salsa and chips I'd dream about this food!\n\nDon't go here for the tacos or the chimis, but stick with the enchiladas, or cheese crisp or steak picado.  To go to some place like Tee Pee or Don Carlos or Milagro is just silly when you can go to Rosita's Place------this is the real deal, folks!", "business_id": "hWhVP-28LYP3llaMlAJ_JA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-j235MyR3UtGFN6UOHRPiQ", "review_id": "uRtwdmqJJh4dTsDRA8kS_A", "text": "Very cute authentic looking decor,  our waitress was very nice and made suggestions since it was our first time here.  The chips came out hot and green and red salsas were tasty and hot. I liked the red, yum! \nI ordered a beef taco and cheese enchilada,  both very good and we're piping hot! They have you a huge portion too so go with an appetite, I'm STUFFED and my plate still looks full.  Prices are fairly low considering how much food you get. I would come back and try this place again.", "business_id": "hWhVP-28LYP3llaMlAJ_JA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "G-9SvRW01vtkmQvJA7l5ww", "review_id": "eSbxNRk0x0FFXzqZ0Ch_Zw", "text": "Love this place, especially the Prince of Thais wrap, and the pasta salad. The only thing that annoys me are the hours. I wish they were open just a bit longer in the evenings.  \n But that is really the only negative thing I have to say.", "business_id": "ZoQAOnEFnyHjSpomtfqesA", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Z1lPtIHU7bRoIvuVa01H5w", "review_id": "zvKVIxubZ6iNoOnZqZNehQ", "text": "Atmosphere inside is kinda like a Mexican version of Chompies -  good sized counter restaurant flanked by market and bakery, oozing ethnic energy.  More intimate (and less overwhelming) than Ranch Market; a plus for tentative gringos like me.  \n\nIt's a lengthy and fun menu to pore over and the place is airy enough that no one glares at you if you take extra time figuring out what you want, before stepping in line to order. My carne asada torta was really satisfying, smeared with guac, grilled onions and juicy beef on a nice, crunchy roll. My kid didnt get too excited about his chicken enchiladas - just average he said.  Next time we'll try something a litle more exotic, maybe grab something from the bakery. \n\nTo be frank, I wasnt real comfortable in the neighborhood outside. Cant say if that's objectively reflected in crime statistics, and nothing bad happened to us, but there's a slew of chop shops and homeless/marginal looking types milling around and I spent part of our meal worrying about the semi-hidden laptop back in our car. We went Friday at 2PM, a fairly quiet hour, and maybe the vibe is busier - and safer - on weekends or at noon. \n\nHate saying that, cuz La Tolteca's a cool place worth visiting, and the surroundings obviously arent their fault, but next time I might take the bus,  \"travel light\" as they say, and enjoy the entire experience a little more.", "business_id": "apCfJVnRyaw6oVUBKujpUQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "azzUC9-iKKz452R6u_ezLg", "review_id": "6KpV2g0aOVTD4Dn70ciorA", "text": "In 3.5 years I have eaten here at least 50 times. I have never had a bad meal \n\nTo say that I love this place would be an understatement. La Tolteca has the best casual Mexican food in AZ. Maybe in the entire nation. \n\nFirst of all everything is made in house. Try the Fish Tacos, they are off the hook amazing and so inexpensive that they blow my mind. Grilled Mahi Mahi, fresh corn tortillias, crema, cabbage, cotija cheese. A winner.\n\nThe Tacos de Papa are addictive. \n\nThe Ceviche Tostada is something that I dream about. \n\nIf you are into burrito's check this place out, awesome big rolls of home cooking. \n\nThe Carne Asada is delicious and so is the roasted chicken. OH MY GOD. \n\nTry the Elotes, all the grilling is over mesquite charcoal imported from Mexico. This is where I fell in love with grilled corn. You will thank me. \n\nThe bakery is loaded with delicious sweets. Take home a box of treats.\n\nI love you La Tolteca. Thank you for making my life so much nicer and saving me crom mediocre food!!", "business_id": "apCfJVnRyaw6oVUBKujpUQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gg_OKjOAl_vVmdh5ZETuiw", "review_id": "riuj_JwvJ112AtxhC7mI1w", "text": "Great food at a great price.  I ordered three carne asada tacos that came with sides of beans and rice with a medium drink.  My grand total came out to $5.95. I've spend $2-3 more for the same meal at Filiberto's across the street.  The beans and rice were quality.  I've stated before in a review for another restaurant that the quality of the beans and rice can make all the difference.  Many places are generally the same when it comes to the main event of the meal but so many places serve lackluster beans and rice.  Tacos Mexico does not.  Everything about the meal is quality.\n\nThe salsa is legit.  Very hot.  So much so that they have a sign warning people.  It's not too hot for seasoned salsa veterans but for the average, um, white person it might pack a wee bit of a wallop.  It must be authentic style salsa.  I've noticed that some places serve salsa that has a very earthy or natural taste (maybe even bitter).  I'm not sure if that's the best way to describe it but it's almost as if hot peppers were blended or pureed with nothing added.  Bottom line, this stuff is hot and fantastic.", "business_id": "McdTNj-TUMOlfkHwQWs4rg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "i9PoKfesdSEgyYWUJZSmcQ", "review_id": "jTzB8uuK8YeIkmSKfRSyjQ", "text": "Solid 5. Totally chill attitude from the guys behind the counter serving up killer food. To start: an Old Fashion for me and a Candy Corn signature for the wife. We split not one but two orders of the bacon and cheese fries, and had the biscuit w chicken, gravy, and bacon. All fantastic. Go here anytime if you got a hankering for comfort food after a hangover or just because. We'll be back soon. And we're bringing friends.", "business_id": "tb24fvNJfHhyKEXkKn12Xw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 4, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "pLavmoTfU9KQVFK354lLDQ", "review_id": "h0sWH7lElaUf5lhA6WcesA", "text": "I love this place ! such a big variety of delicious meals to order. No WayJose burger is the best, i think so:) Service is amazing. The only minus is that it is always busy there.", "business_id": "tb24fvNJfHhyKEXkKn12Xw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "slZpw5VufGWCvDWdJhBJJA", "review_id": "vCGkgOmrF37IF1U2DXKcgw", "text": "I love this place. IDK what Brentski is talking about. lol, I love the hurricanes and the pork fries.", "business_id": "tb24fvNJfHhyKEXkKn12Xw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VJZJ0_EHtqi46pWxr7XPbQ", "review_id": "QXKA794yzTpnIMALp6oK6w", "text": "I live for their jackfruit fries. A little pricy but worth it, especially if you can make happy hour.", "business_id": "tb24fvNJfHhyKEXkKn12Xw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "bmDivXQy-KB4_dPIS9ZA8w", "review_id": "uZjarohB0wZgPx367oYI0Q", "text": "Ranch market is one of the best authentic Mexican places in Phoenix. I love there refried beans. I usually get the grilled chicken with rice and beans meal. Very delicious! My fiancee gets the carnitas meal and the meat is cooked perfect. They have many different flavors of horchata and there is always a line for there fresh corn tortillas. Every meal comes with warm corn tortillas and they are really what make the meal. I would recommend just about everything except I think Food City has better pan dulces.", "business_id": "VXIkI9_EbDbYHeO9IzKjJg", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "bWdkyh5Ax9Nl86qCuyjQng", "review_id": "m9VRy1be2brdWyFUelRn1A", "text": "Loved this place! It's convenient to my home in Coronado, nicely priced and delicious. Definitely going back for the beer specials.", "business_id": "VKxn7zmp8nOYT-ZHFZTjgA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "abO0-xrd2HCI0NMlleMZGg", "review_id": "jOJhD6kaRs_VREH8lvNLRw", "text": "The first time my husband and I came here I was very skeptical, I mean just at first glance because the entrance is in the back of an alley so it doesn't give off warm and fuzzy. It's a very humble mom and pop kind of place but man are the Papusas on point. My husband is Salvadorian and we have searched the Tucson/Phoenix area for quality Pupusas and by far this is the best place there is. We have brought several friends here who don't know what Salvadorian food is and the've loved it every-time, the servers are very sweet and attentive so feel free to ask questions.", "business_id": "rbiRLiFTG098z9JaK3Nshw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "-7sKCJEc1n8EhAT0X8ljMQ", "review_id": "MaRR8CruTzLLdX4uODLxGw", "text": "Food was great, hot and fresh. The salsa was spicier than I was expecting and it is good! Portions are good sized and the beans and thrice are on point. I wish there had been some music playing to add to the ambiance. Overall great place and will come again.", "business_id": "cgNIBHS2mLdbTRiodAT6EQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 3, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "UsULgP4bKA8RMzs8dQzcsA", "review_id": "WBantKfZWSvtm9gWfIvRRw", "text": "Perfect Day, Perfect Brunch, Perfect Place. \nYes that would be at the Coronado Cafe. \n\nStopped by on a Saturday afternoon and was pleased to see that they offered brunch as well as lunch. \n\nEvery thing sounded so goo it was hard to decide but I ended up getting a brunch item, the Crabby Benedict (see pics) which was two poached eggs over toasted focaccia, topped with blue crab, avocado, & hollandaise, served with caf\u00e9 potatoes & fresh fruit. \n\nOur food arrived fresh and on HOT Plates, I Seriously LOVED every bite and my daughter had The Biscuits and Gravy (see pics) and she cleaned her plate as well. \n\nWe sat outside and really enjoyed the patio, I'll have to go back to check out the inside on another Perfect Day!", "business_id": "5-X03Zc0nN7U5eoe8uFUdw", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 3, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "Ypz7hxOCnrg8Y8vxHJU-sQ", "review_id": "EJ0BTjzZ2FrGojsWNBrajQ", "text": "Hands down, the best date place in central Phoenix. \n\nSadly, I was apparently not on a date and ended up having to pay for our bill BUT in retrospect I was still so damn impressed by this place.\n\nRumor has it that this place is owned by several male flight attendants and when they're not attending flights they are running this restaurant. Leave it to world travelers to produce a classy but quaint but sosticated but understated establishment that can truly please everyone. In true Phoenix fashion, Coronado Cafe was once a house and now stands as a Bistro Cafe. The front porch is now patio seating with cute little tables and bench style sitting all under canopy drapes and string lights. On the inside is the cutest little bar area, very small, but the older gentlemen running the place is so cute and you can tell he really know is cocktails and puts passion into crafting each one. There's also a secluded side patio that's ADORABLE.\n\nWe ate inside the dining room because the rain (rain, I know... in Phoenix?) started coming down and the wait staff was so attentive and helped us relocate. We were sat in the corner by a window that had its own little garden bed outside. Could not get over this palces cute factor. Tables were small but candle lit and had the presh checker print table clothes, real napkins and honestly one of the best waitresses I've ever had. \n\nWe order 2 Tequilatinis on Happy Hour and the artichoke dip. This artichoke dip opened the gates of heaven and brought to us the most delightful, out of the ordinary, festive taste I have ever had. It was spicy, but cheesy. It was melty but had good size chunks of artichoke. Simply, cannot go on enough about how good it was.\n\nI cannot wait to go back here and have brunch or enjoy the sunset with drinks on the patio. If you're looking for somewhere small and intimate that you'd like to take a significant other or truly impress someone you care about, pelase go here. Everything is perfect for the perfect date.", "business_id": "5-X03Zc0nN7U5eoe8uFUdw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Hu_RKBI3tN0UeWFb67oX9A", "review_id": "6FsnwHJLpLC0_t14tgcmmQ", "text": "I had an excellent ice cream soda and a great sandwich for lunch. The decor/seating was excellent. I felt like i went back in time just walking in. The food and staff were tops! Highly recommended!", "business_id": "R6aazv8FB-6BeanY3ag8kw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "1VNkm_tLgWX4nwmNO_qdVQ", "review_id": "mdVruo77ZIv0t_IFH_XkTg", "text": "Overpriced,\n\nOther than that the place is fun and the service is friendly. The food was ok, nothing special. The soda & ice cream were good, but again overpriced. I can't see myself ever coming back.", "business_id": "R6aazv8FB-6BeanY3ag8kw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "OeRMKWe-uNNX1MHRQxBDbA", "review_id": "LnolfCk8CVYGcKEVNkZEYA", "text": "All I can say is Wow. A true throwback to an earlier and tastier time. The Bettie Page was outstanding to say the least. Strawberry ice cream and cheesecake soda. I am happy we are only here on business because this place would put another 20 pounds on me. Find it, try it.....you will not be disappointed.", "business_id": "R6aazv8FB-6BeanY3ag8kw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "D4wXAuRN4KzniEYbhbJZJw", "review_id": "J1KibCw-SEIsM0WxN3XeKw", "text": "best burritos in Phoenix, quick, quality that you don't find many places.  If you happen to come on a day that they are making tacos too you have to try them!", "business_id": "Xo9Im4LmIhQrzJcO4R3ZbA", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "5gEvlYuZBg-uVO1Jyd-Jvw", "review_id": "3ecHzEiI8afmCpTY8ZjKjg", "text": "Love this place. Only joint where I don't mind a wait it's that good. Green Chili Chimi is fantastic! Enchiladas are fantastic, the tacos are good, honestly we love this place. Call ahead to avoid a long wait during peak business hours.", "business_id": "Xo9Im4LmIhQrzJcO4R3ZbA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 4, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "q9XgOylNsSbqZqF_SO3-OQ", "review_id": "t_aMvbqbr4T-TkxSm_8uVA", "text": "I'm in love. The festive d\u00e9cor charmed me the second I walked in the door. We sat down and were immediately greeting by a sweet waitress carrying a basket of chips. The chips were light and fresh and came with two salsas, a red and a green avocado salsa.\n\nWe ordered: Camarones aguachile hot drowned shrimp, Camarones culichi shrimps in a green sauce,tomatill & cilantro, rezongue enchiladas crab enchiladas in a red sauce. I also ordered a club soda and when the waitress asked if I wanted it prepared mexi style I said yes. What she brought back was a delicious mix of club soda, salt and muddled lime. It's my new favorite drink. \n\nWe patiently waited for our meal and remarked on the little mermaid scene in front of us. I almost expected the crustaceans to come to life and start playing music.  Then to our surprise little fish tostadas were dropped on our table. What a nice touch!\nThe dishes were excellent, all were paired with homemade tortillas, beans and white rice with vegetables.  The camarones culichi was my favorite.\n\nFresh seafood, fun atmosphere, great service.", "business_id": "Cp6JGY5YIRncTV_My9nf9g", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "DJzbBORAJjTiTzFCEdoMQQ", "review_id": "DL6gf5E5w7P9m3rCHjgF1A", "text": "Molcajete WHOA. This place is really fun and delicious! It does get pretty loud when the mariachi band comes in on Friday nights, so beware. The d\u00e9cor is bright and vibrant, and I'd say the usual vibe of the restaurant matches how it looks. This restaurant is so good that it draws a diverse crowd. \n\nI've been here a few times and can never get away from the molcajete. I've tried both the red and the green and I think I prefer the red, although both are absolutely delicious. It's definitely enough to share unless your dining companion is a troll. The molcajete is served with chicken, beef (carne asada), and fish. There is usually some seafood swimming around in the molcajete \"stew\" as well. It comes with tortillas on the side and you can make delicious fish/chicken/beef/molcajete tacos! \n\nThe area of town is a bit sketchy. I've been approached by homeless people for cash when I'm leaving the restaurant. I'm not put off by that but I know some people aren't into that.", "business_id": "Cp6JGY5YIRncTV_My9nf9g", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XsVMkd5br6MhCk6meUly1Q", "review_id": "IdoUetvgFbE4yiIQ6uQU-w", "text": "Nothing to brag about here but the decor.Ive had better Mexican seafood in food trucks.", "business_id": "Cp6JGY5YIRncTV_My9nf9g", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Q6FaSZpCtVv7PXECwDL1bg", "review_id": "2MrCZ8vKmHyqer4EE4Kwjw", "text": "I stopped in for a 6 inch club to bring to work. No wait- no complaints. I'll be back.", "business_id": "ITyAEjIw9ekv0wXpGHQF1Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 9, "useful": 10, "cool": 8}, "user_id": "YzNZNgpOy9tthDnczS_ajg", "review_id": "1RJfJIOtuMAp6yYvPElYiw", "text": "Coda B. and I both crave Indian Lunch Buffets when we're hungover. Him more so than me. He's actually called me at 12:30 at night, from a bar, talking about how he wants Indian Food. It's as though he can already feel the hangover coming on and wants to make sure his priorities are in check. 1) Get home (or wherever) safely 2) Indian Food. I may have mixed up the order.\n\nThis Indian Delhi Palace is apparently under the same ownership as the Tempe location, but I like this one much better. For several reasons:\n\n1) The Chicken Tikka Masala is AMAZING. Like, I've never had buffet food this good before. I don't really like Tandoori Chicken. Honestly, the color kind of freaks me out. I know it's from the sauce or whatever, but chicken, on the bone, with a kind of fluorescent pink glow is weird. I'll pass. But boneless chicken in a delightful red curry sauce? Don't mind if I DO!\n\n2) This location has a much larger variety of dishes, especially vegetarian dishes, which are usually my favorite offerings at an Indian lunch buffet (see above about tandoori chicken freaking me out).\n\n3) Um, hello? It looks like a freaking palace. These guys did not hold back and I freaking love them for it. I actually think more places offering a lunch buffet should treat its patrons like the hungover royalty that we are. I wouldn't mind if Souper Salad and Sweet Tomato hopped on this trend already. I mean, how hard can it be to add a few fancy door arches and some gold plated silverware? Not that hard really. Up your game, guys.\n\nHowever, the only complaint I have about Indian Delhi Palace, and the primary reason why Flavors of India remains my favorite Indian Lunch Buffet has to do with the atmosphere. Yes, I appreciate the super sexy high-class water goblets, but Delhi Palace doesn't have any booths. And when I'm hungover, I need a freaking booth. I need my own little eating sofa. I need to be able to kick off my flip flops under the table and sprawl out like I'm enjoying their delicious naan on my own little loveseat. That's what I need, and that's what Flavors of India gives me. Oh, and some Bollywood wouldn't hurt either.", "business_id": "_RBUU1y4yJrK0SPAd8z0-w", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "81Q5kqtLfYVJTedSP5b-uQ", "review_id": "dDc1khNRYGHBy230lQarfg", "text": "The appearance and cleanliness of this place is really nice, however there isn't hardly any variety what so ever for there buffet. There is one table of food and that's it and most of there food was cold and tasted exactly like those canned foods that you buy at the grocery store. Price is outrages for what they offer as I went to golden corral with my spouse, and spent the same amount, exact same and got a ton and I mean a ton of options, and best of all there food tastes great! Sadly I do not and would not recommend this place to anyone. If you are looking for a buffet try golden corral or the mandarin, but don't be lured in by the appearance of this Indian place as you will leave disappointed.", "business_id": "_RBUU1y4yJrK0SPAd8z0-w", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "vy0nm2MYGayJ2JcRtfaWxg", "review_id": "hJLbUDc2uw5wqKrB7UbEWQ", "text": "$10 unlimited and quality lunch buffet with fresh naan bread brought to the table. It can't really be beat. What's extra nice is the cleanliness and decor of this restaurant. It feels much fancier than you'd think with their maroon tablecloths and dark wood furniture.  The lunch buffet is very good, it has chicken tandoori and chicken masala, but also had all the regular vegetarian options and good chutneys. Everything was fresh and the servers were really attentive. I'll be back!", "business_id": "_RBUU1y4yJrK0SPAd8z0-w", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CuTTttdyfxmQnQV0gKY_BA", "review_id": "Y7ITjXR_HlkSJR-qJFVElQ", "text": "This is an Italian wannabe restaurant. If you're looking for true Italian food look elsewhere. Nothing bad per se, but nothing good either. My meatball hero wasn't properly toasted, had very little marinara sauce & the flavor was overall bland. My gf had to return her chicken platter since it didn't look or taste like chicken. \n\nIf we ever go back is to try the pizza, other than that I can cook much much better than this at home & for a fraction of the cost", "business_id": "PEHJjxdw11TGFma9Zhz3ng", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "kAw0HygRTr8QJ56Vsc_6WQ", "review_id": "uZkMuKZS2WHsFYnXj-J52Q", "text": "I this is your idea of good BBQ, you obviously don't know anything about what good BBQ should taste like.  I saw one review that suggested you eat the meat with the sides - looking for flavor I guess.  Lame attempt at sauce, ho hum buns.  I think the only reason they've lasted is that this town doesn't seem to have much competition in the BBQ department.", "business_id": "xfk9eY8gmwn8qsbyd-W6lQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "e2ezIMl3c0VoF_1kvOanSg", "review_id": "_sMTmTt6Vc-h5NlgBelnaA", "text": "Something is up at the Tempe Honey Bears, and it's not good.  I've eaten here for years, and at their Phoenix location, and previously at their South Tempe location (now closed). Food and service have always been excellent.  On my last visit, the place does not appear to be run by the family who has delivered excellent food and service for the past several decades. I ordered my usual Rib & Chicken combo with 2 sides.  The chicken was OK, but the ribs were seriously undercooked and underseasoned.  This was a huge disappointment!  As with most BBQ places, the ribs are supposed to be, juicy, flavorful and fall-off-the-bone tender.  It's something I look forward to when indulging at a place like this.  The hispanic staff (including a very young kid) who were running the place were unfriendly and slow.  There are lots of BBQ joints in town now, several closer to home, but I've been a loyal fan of Honey Bears for a long time.  I hope they can get their act back together.", "business_id": "xfk9eY8gmwn8qsbyd-W6lQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xcbS2qrjsss00XkD2Nu5lQ", "review_id": "EzynfVTIWxuv9TQqfVtphw", "text": "Usually this place is a go-to because the price is right and the food is pretty good, but lately the food has been getting sloppy. The service is good but the food lacks consistency. I just got some food in the drive-thru and there was burnt grill stuff on my quesadilla. If they don't get it together I'm going to have to find a new late night place to eat. I'm only giving 3 stars because the service is always good.", "business_id": "_gXpjRIjb5fv5f5IVGXvsw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "a8uZ3HEqqbs1HODTdaywfQ", "review_id": "a5zIxWncPYfxTYOHshSRnw", "text": "One of if not the best torta Cubana in town. For a little coin it's almost to much food to finish.", "business_id": "s87D-mtAuJ8BluKgYYsXGw", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "g2mozOU_F1nzpjLDY4CfzQ", "review_id": "U4B2UsY4bR0XdhmcqMBm3w", "text": "Yes, hot tip you have to ask for the full menu. Second hot tip, learn to say \"hello\" in Mandarin (pronounced nee-how) and likely you won't HAVE to ask for the full menu. \n\nWe've dined here several times, and on Sunday, not surprisingly, we were the only non-Asian customers in the place. The chef was in rare form, and as I sit here having my third round of leftovers for lunch I'm still loving my dish. I opted for the Vinegar Fish, it's pretty simple -- whitefish, wood ear mushrooms and water chestnuts prepared with a dose of spice and rice wine vinegar. I'm guessing by the waitress' excitement when I ordered, that it's a dish they're pretty proud of. It was fabulous.\n\nHubby ordered the Beef and Onions, which I would classify as good, but not mind-blowing. We also partook of the Gai-choy which was cooked perfectly -- just the right amount of garlic and tenderness. \n\nIn the past I've really loved their Mapo Doufu (tofu), theirs is one of the best I've had anywhere. Next time I'm planning on having the Water-Boiled Eel. I heart eel, mmm.\n\nService is pretty barebones, so don't expect to be sucked-up to. It's perfunctory and efficient, the food comes up fast and they leave you alone. I can't complain about that one bit.", "business_id": "yQONzVpX-DEpGSuKMIov6A", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zgKN0jcNaNaY46xsDaxYTw", "review_id": "4VCdIEfcfIg8xhksVz7fSg", "text": "The closest thing you'll find to a Chinatown in these neck of the woods. The Shanghai style semi spicy fish filet and pork rice cake dishes reccomended by the peppy server/owner dude was delish! Shao lung bow was average at best.", "business_id": "yQONzVpX-DEpGSuKMIov6A", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XAyqjqjqxFiYei2vrIZrbA", "review_id": "4cYzYK7qm7C9lyyWsyWmsw", "text": "Spicy fish filet, water boiled anything, t\u00e9ng ji\u0101o y\u00fa pi\u00e0n are all very good and authentic sichuan food. Definitely recommend t\u00e9ng ji\u0101o y\u00fa pi\u00e0n. Its a fish dish.\nYou cant expect your western service in an authentic asian restaurant, its a given. But the service here is not bad.\n\nBottom line, this place is authentic and they cook good food.", "business_id": "yQONzVpX-DEpGSuKMIov6A", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "g9A9krUcmPuO3Uv8WnGP4A", "review_id": "kIcbealpZnfIG_8ZIHmM9g", "text": "The server was over the top obnoxious.   He insisted on having our names just to take our order.  He was very friendly but it was to the point of intrusive.  He pulled up a chair and chatted AT us on three different occasions.  When I ordered my food he insisted that I order something different.  When I finally got my food it was mediocre at best.  \n\nThe manager was also having a meeting with two new employees at a near by table, so we had to listen to all the Applebee's rules and regulations.  Let me tell you, there are a lot of them. The manager's list went on and on for our entire meal  Almost, every sentence started with \"I can't\" or  \"You can't\".  The manager made me hate this place even more.", "business_id": "hzUOqxpcnYYBgLlrgvjQYQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GFj7sT00BR_-QdgFe6Hydw", "review_id": "5vQzQbUZcB2SHG8awKceHg", "text": "It's like Denny's but Mexican.\n\nFood is salty, which makes it good.\n\nChips are ok\n\nMargarita's were great\n\nAtmosphere reminded me of a bad Miami Vice episode shot in Mexico.  \n\nNot a bad experience, but definitely better choices out there.", "business_id": "jzPMl-NoB5F2fwoHX3hN8A", "stars": 3, "date": "2007-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-a7d79eTKvmkpHZT7ePYDQ", "review_id": "dVTjnO4D5fuxMMBMM7HDFA", "text": "My first visit to Macayo's was good! I loved the outside look of the restaurant. It was very neat. The food was on the spot, although I was also very hungry. Still, if I am craving Mexican food I would probably come here again!", "business_id": "jzPMl-NoB5F2fwoHX3hN8A", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cgIsxAJq7qQU188UiGS2SQ", "review_id": "EImyuBNfbM4sAZg4LRwhBg", "text": "Came here for lunch to meet up with my wife's cousin.  \n\nWe ordered the chili relleno lunch and cheese enchilada/groubd beef taco combo, which my wife and I shared.\n\nFood was good and so are the margaritas.", "business_id": "jzPMl-NoB5F2fwoHX3hN8A", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "S51LCY9aVRqMd7NpBbMcJw", "review_id": "ksM07YLNAvNpbw1vF-wTQA", "text": "I have been going to Cranberries for 14.5 years and well EVERYONE there knows my name! Peter, Geri, Josephine and Stuart have an amazing staff and the food is so delicious!! I pretty much get the same thing for breakfast every time I visit them and their lunch specials (and menu) are just as delicious as the breakfast menu! I have NEVER ever had a bad meal and everyone I've taken to Cranberries with me keeps going back. \n\nI like going to a place where the owners get to know you and they do exactly that! They appreciate their customers and I appreciate them!", "business_id": "I4L_MJOZsnux3xCU2bLP8Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 3, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "Y7KS04okqSFAbg1NyImHkQ", "review_id": "p32Sup42F--wLIxxaw2KxQ", "text": "It is what it is, DON'T JUDGE ME.\n\nI just moved to Central Phoenix and one of the first things I looked for was the nearest Del Taco (which I admit is pretty pathetic considering all of the great food options near my house). I used to live in Tempe and there was a location at University and Rural that I used to frequent on late nights for the longest time. Sadly, it's been closed and replaced by some random chicken place.\n\nWent here twice the past weekend. Love those veggie burritos with the red sauce! I also tried some nachos-wouldn't really recommend it. Super fast & cheap, great for a quick lunch or dinner-which is exactly the point.", "business_id": "KIbFaBrZDX7rrYJInkv5Kg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "P1qwZrslRv9KS9vPJNXe4g", "review_id": "42HKUr528SO721HXR54JRA", "text": "Yep, I'll give it four stars. The bread was warm, fresh and crunchy, the cheese super flavorful and the menu short brief and to the point. What's not to love???\n\nTook away a star because of no inside dining and not a whole lot of people want to have a sandwich in 115 degrees even if there is a sunshade.", "business_id": "-AAig9FG0s8gYE4f8GfowQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5gmnzvjYprzK21Q5awYF_Q", "review_id": "1zWzzyeEym4ITbTX5_IvjA", "text": "I love the ambiance of this place. The rustic feel, the soft glow, the smell of delicious food. How can you resist? I ordered the Rosa pizza. It had Arizona pistachios, red onion, rosemary, and cheese. It was absolutely perfect. The whole party had a bite and it was unanimous. That pizza was delicious. A very unique pizza indeed.", "business_id": "-AAig9FG0s8gYE4f8GfowQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jEZNqvXjHcSaNtS1XkUz3w", "review_id": "sHX59q3vMQeZFf9klTrKpg", "text": "This was supposed to be my trip to have the best pizza in America. So imagine my disappointment that they don't even serve it at lunch. What human who eats pizza thinks it should only be served at dinner?  Whaaat?  I have since been kindly corrected by another yelper that this restaurant isn't the pizzeria. My party was confused, since the server said they DO serve pizza...at dinner. The soprassata focaccia sandwich was fine, but overpriced by about $3. \n\nI don't live here to try it again, so the first impression is the only impression. I'll leave it to all you foodie hipsters to prop up the rating.", "business_id": "-AAig9FG0s8gYE4f8GfowQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "thVKnHeNocIkvDU6EYyRXw", "review_id": "HmJluBVtbxQtDCJrOAlVsA", "text": "I visited and ordered carry out based on a friend's recommendation. It's a small place and has a neat appearance inside. The menu is written in chalk on a large board, and each table setting has a menu as well. \n\nThey don't have noodles except on Fridays is what I was told. I ordered meatballs and a pizza pie to goad I really wanted to try their pasta because I'm a sucker for good pasta.   \n\nThe food was very good.", "business_id": "-AAig9FG0s8gYE4f8GfowQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LjviJFIi4zum-xYmqWps7g", "review_id": "jmVcw8bqfTUO5lDAWZWWmg", "text": "One of the best locally owned sandwich shops I've been to in phoenix. I've been coming here for years, and they have always had quality ingredients.\n\nThey're fairly quick to make their food, even with large orders during lunch hour. They will not hesitate to whip up a custom order as long as they have the ingredients for it.\nThey're equally zippy with their catering, and the food looks just as good as in the pictures!\n\nI order through their website so I don't even have to pick up the phone. I sort of wish they didn't change their soups daily, but I do admit that I enjoy the variety (same for their teas). They always have chili on hand, however, which is one of the best I've had.\n\nFor what you pay for, you get a sizable sandwich, and if you order a drink, they are generous with the refills. It's difficult to order from here and not be both full and happy!", "business_id": "7Jmri1RCl9Ksmpi5EoIOZQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "ceKoQX0_IJZ6Lr9-9LGcbA", "review_id": "lI2j0TdhlCYmyrCVaOj_HQ", "text": "Well this is the English pub to go to in Phoenix.  With that said this city is without much culture so there's not much competition here.   I have to say this place is just ok.  Inside is outdated, but comes with the territory.  Beer selection is great, food is about average.   Service is a little below average.  I have been here at least a half dozen times and have yet to not have a struggle to get a drink order in.  And I have never been here on a Friday, Saturday, or a busy night for that matter.  I guess unless you are a regular the bartenders don't pay much attention to the rest of the customers.  Location sucks unless you are at an event at Steele Indian School Park or maybe doing a light rail pub crawl.  Too far away from Downtown and not close enough to Camelback(Midtown).  Not a must see, but if your eyeballs want to see something different I say go for it.", "business_id": "3xEB9FyFXolq1b_Qn_BFtg", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_4lqpCYCqOQzbB6xQGGhrQ", "review_id": "_HQjbZbEsIIj-Q7FX7GHXg", "text": "George & Dragon is definitely a cool place to hang out, have a drink and watch sports with your friends.  \n\nA few of us went here a couple weeks ago before an evening event.  We grabbed one of the large half circle booths near the windows.  A waitress came over, took our drink orders and told us about what was good. Now Ive heard the Fish & Chips was the best in town.  So after looking at the menu, my girlfriend and I both got that.\n\nIm a huge fish & chips fan...  So I will try any and all of them. Plus being Friday, they are usually all-you-can-eat.  \n\nOur meals came out and I was ready to dig in.  It smelled delicious.  When I took a bite, I noticed that it was crunchier than i usually like.  Almost too crunchy. I asked for a couple sides of sauce to dip it in.  Seems I used up both sides pretty quickly.  \n\nOk, the fish was good.. but it didnt blow my mind and it wasnt the best.  So far my favorite Fish & Chips is Fox & Hound over on Bell Rd & 83rd.\n\nStill G&D is a great place! .. I will order something different next time.", "business_id": "3xEB9FyFXolq1b_Qn_BFtg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "z6_TKzadre8QFR--b5m4jA", "review_id": "rOr7oDBZ6qrXCq9eUKdlbQ", "text": "Nice relaxing place, good staff, and great drinks. Had mozzarella sticks for happy hour and it was very disappointing. Besides that most things are good.", "business_id": "3xEB9FyFXolq1b_Qn_BFtg", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "W_R-gVF8OHNrIhtmyhDnyg", "review_id": "FX8aTO4RnkPbXBpdw3trlQ", "text": "Always a positive breakfast lunch restaurant centrally located in Phoenix.\n\nGenerally order one of the omelettes which are always made to order with potatoes and toast.\n\nThe orange juice is fresh squeezed and awesome.\n\nThe restaurant is a nice place where it allows you to sit and talk at your own pace. They set a very pleasant atmosphere where there is not loud music or people talking so loud that you can not hear your own friends across from you . \n\nWill keep on coming back as long as they don't continue to do what they have always done", "business_id": "SkNUbFJiJtbZjY-S_S0u7g", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 6, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "ysBQMZiuZ7VSu_YAh-lE0Q", "review_id": "RfpzYVQE412Yd3aNwmo1-A", "text": "Ok,  now do not judge.  Normally we do not going to chain restaurants, but we decided to try out the wings at Applebee's.  They have there wings for $.25 per wing after 11pm everyday.  \n\nSo,  the wings were not all that bad for the price.  We ordered them hot and they came out a little spicy.  Also when you order the wings you have to buy 10 to get them at $.25 per wing.  \n\nSince we were at Applebee's the server was really good he did a great job taking care of us.  \n\nIf you decided to go to Applebee's for a late night snack.  You should try out the wings.", "business_id": "cjUmPLRT43wN9Z87A9BOpg", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 4, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Hu_RKBI3tN0UeWFb67oX9A", "review_id": "ea_8cZMoBGIE_LpBQ9myUQ", "text": "I recently met with a client here for lunch on his suggestion. When I arrived I was surprised...the decor/seating area leaves something to be desired. \n\nHowever, the FOOD was awesome! I had the Doughboy, which is their \"most popular\" sandwich and I know why. It was excellent and I highly recommend the restaurant.", "business_id": "UWrB5H3G-hhiHMy3iKV2ew", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 4, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GrSixRnGIxNUJ1Cn5DNX9A", "review_id": "GSdy7UJFgh4DmYWoMNneEQ", "text": "In a town where Mexican joints outnumber their Chinese counterparts by like 50 to 1, you've got to find those rare oriental gems and keep them close.  China Chili wears the crown in the relatively uncrowded field of Chinese entrants.  \n\nTake a group of friends and order 5 or different dishes to sample, just make sure that one of them is the Honey Walnut Prawns.  A good Chinese meal to ensure that your palette gets the much needed diversity that it deserves.", "business_id": "-3WVw1TNQbPBzaKCaQQ1AQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "x8y1nxyvDJ7fOySblW8mww", "review_id": "B475t5ZhtmH0puFLdowrRA", "text": "Came in with my co-workers a few times and had to write a review.  This place just blew me away.  The amount of good food you get for such a small price was shocking.  My order of Mongolian Beef was practically falling off the plate and after everything including tip I only forked up $10.  Place is quick as well which is a big plus for lunch hour plans.\n\nHighly recommend this place for anyone working near the Capitol.", "business_id": "-3WVw1TNQbPBzaKCaQQ1AQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "hXA-SSp0qMdohIKl8dUuWQ", "review_id": "IQtDn226pewoirj42BUMgg", "text": "Get the eggplant. Unreal. Perfect.", "business_id": "-3WVw1TNQbPBzaKCaQQ1AQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-31", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "0oRtnPHtvZIE1UNxCDDTPw", "review_id": "WNzx1RSm3pQmPoaBJPYaIw", "text": "An upgraded version of Souper Salad. \nI don't really like eating at buffets because I tend to over-indulge, so if I come here I usually order it to go. Now, it's certainly not the freshest and defiantly not local and organic, but sometimes you just want inexpensive and healthy alternatives that's not greasy, fried, or fast food.\nI do like their strawberry walnut salads and soups. They are pretty good and it's great when they offer vegan options! \nAs far as the price, it's very reasonable and it's even better when you have a coupon. \nThe Sunday paper usually have them or you can subscribe to their email list and they'll send you the discounted deals. :)", "business_id": "wTiQXYB9fE9rcSZDsZgbtQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dqmXlUQyDh6d5U2_Zjb-Iw", "review_id": "hv5Nqz_fMewx02KXEj0wpg", "text": "The line was long but did move quickly.  We can cones and then tried the new Apple blizzard and the pumpkin blizzards.  They were both outstanding and reasonably priced . It is too bad that they do not serve both of these choices after december", "business_id": "zZmhEpiVpRfFQid87-pcOQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "--65q1FpAL_UQtVZ2PTGew", "review_id": "H-3ULV49K1aDcDBdKAjx6Q", "text": "I just wanted to write a short update about SunUp since I've become a very regular patron. This place is great. The staff is usually pretty awesome unless they're swamped, but I feel that that's understandable. There is always a great special beer on tap that I become a fan of and then am saddened when the keg is emptied. And....I finally found great food here! It took me a while, but the pork verde, the chili fries and almost anything with the bleu cheese fondue is flippin' great (try it with the garlic parm fries)! Did I mention the bleu cheese fondue?!", "business_id": "3UMcsN9IjoeV8JZvC4apag", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "hs8t_DMnNNpf_wXtFE2xpw", "review_id": "4vhecBRSpgLZgU9qZIXNHw", "text": "Beer.  Burgers.  Wings.  How can you go wrong? Well, my burger was over cooked and lacked flavor. \n\nTheir craft brews are ok, but they have a pretty good variety.  I really like the fact that they bring you a chilled glass!  That is rare in these parts!\n\nI'll definitely try this place again in hopes that they rotate their beer selection and include some seasonal offerings.", "business_id": "3UMcsN9IjoeV8JZvC4apag", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Tjyr214Otor5ezpGoML9bg", "review_id": "i2eqz9GiSL3FsYdxIY6NHA", "text": "I went here last week with a friend to try it out. I ordered a large mac n cheese and the garlic parmesan fries. The fries were great, but the mac n cheese tasted like creamy beer with no cheese taste. It wasn't noted that it was beer mac n cheese either. My friend ordered a salad which she said wasn't worth the price and was mediocre. Our appetizer (artichoke dip) was great but was very small for the price. Unfortunately we both left hungry. Our waitress was nice but it was clear she was ready to go home. We won't be returning. ):", "business_id": "3UMcsN9IjoeV8JZvC4apag", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 5, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "F5NvOP5YeKetvkYo1W4t3A", "review_id": "3uhiRrpLZuSUlIRt1XJgEA", "text": "So......My boy B Davis wrote a review on this spot and said it was legit.  I have been in Phoenix for over a month now and have not eaten any GOOD Mexican food!  I was craving some tacos so I decided to try this spot out.  I was glad I drove down!\n\nI walked in and was told to sit wherever I wanted.  I grabbed a table and a nice lady came over to take my drink order and deliver some chips and salsa.  I placed my order for 2 beef tacos and a cheese quesadilla with green chiles in it.  I had a large Diet Coke to drink.  Here is how the food was...............\n\nChips and Salsa-  They bring you out a large basket of chips and a little thing of salsa.  I took a bite of a chip and had a flashback.  They reminded me of something.....I took another bite and then it hit me.  These chips tasted exactly like the chips at El Tarasco in Manhattan Beach.  That is definitely a good thing.  El Tarasco serves up whole fried tortillas.  Juans cuts them into chips but the taste was identical.  I was impressed!  The salsa was tasty too.  It was pretty mild and refreshing.  The chips were so good that I ate 2 baskets full!\n\nBeef Tacos-  I got 2 of these bad boys.  They are a bit small but they were awesome.  These also reminded me of somewhere from back home.......Titos Tacos!  Similar taste, texture and size.  Titos uses more cheese,  but other than that, they were pretty similar (Titos are a bit better but hey...Titos makes the best hard shell beef taco ever...no shame in never being as good as Titos).  The shredded beef was seasoned well, the shells were perfectly crispy. I would have liked a bit more cheese, but it was still enough the way they came out.  It was a fantastic beef taco!\n\nQuesadilla with Chiles-  When I bit into this, it ALSO reminded me of somewhere from CA....... Sombreros!  I would always get a beef taco and quesadilla combo at Sombreros.  This quesadilla was an exact replica!  It had nicely melted cheese, tons of green chiles and it was folded up into a nice flour tortilla.  I dipped this in the salsa and it was a winner!\n\nDiet Coke-  Nice to see they serve Coke products.\n\nTotal for my meal was $11.12.  Not too shabby for a grip of food.  I ate 3 different things and each one reminded me of some of my favorite Mexican food places from back in CA.  You simply cannot beat that!  Service was very friendly and it felt like you were eating in someones house kind of.  I can't wait to go back to try out some of their other offerings.  I can see this place becoming our families go to Mexican joint.  It's a bit of a drive from where I live (its way closer to work), but I was very impressed and will be back soon.   Good find B Davis.....good find!", "business_id": "DeAnVirgOxQnI36V1W158A", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "sALB8-F04S9VcZMF_GkGUA", "review_id": "aEbCAjr8MMKIjBjpM12wzA", "text": "I HEART Oreganos... The best thin crust pizza Ive had.. salads great... service awesome... I love the wines and the waiters that know them:-) PS.. aka let you even sample.. Friday nites on the Oreganos patio... with a good pizza pie and wine.. one of my favorite things:-)", "business_id": "ML1RJdeZ7bbfMrHvJ7m99A", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kG0XNpPjIihErYXINk7OYA", "review_id": "FdD103B4CtlikIR9zWgHMg", "text": "I have never been disappointed at Oregano's. My friend and I were going there about once a month for a year and a half while we were in school. I had never been here so she introduced me. I have now been there several times and this is my favorite of the locations. The tasters I've tried are the toasted ravioli espaniol, boom dip, guaca tony, and Lawrence's stuffed mushrooms.  The ravioli is divine with a nice kick in the cheese and the marinara is my favorite of all of the the marinaras I have tasted.  The boom dip is rich and creamy and the chips are actually a thin crust pizza with cheese on top, there are no words to describe how absolutely wonderful it is.  The guaca tony has the same thin crust pizza to smear guac on and from what I hear the guac is phenomenal, stupid allergies prohibit me tasting.  The stuffed mushrooms are more of a meal than a taster and are a lot meatier than I had imagined but was rich and delicious.  If you get tasters just know that they are huge and that if you plan on dessert it is important to have plenty of people to share with unless you plan on not eating lunch/dinner. \nIn regards to the wings my husband has thoroughly enjoyed the wings of fire and says that they are a different kind of hot more black pepper than hot sauce hot.  He says that they were surprising but that they were a good change.  \nThe salads are like everything else on the menu huge and a little different.  The Julius Caesar has a dressing that is Caesar with a little bit of a different kick.  I normally ask for extra dressing but there was flavor in every bite.  When you add chicken it is finally sliced and you can never get a bite without the chicken, I usually share this with my daughter because it is just to big for one person.  My husband has said that the big beefstro and the antipasto thing are both the best salads he has ever had.  This is high praise since he tends to not like going out.  Every time we have gone out since he compares every salad he comes in contact with the salads from Oregano's and so his taste for other salads has become ruined.  My father-in-law says that the southwestern shrimp caesar is better than he ever imagined.  The shrimp was so tasty that even I liked it and my daughter started trying to steal salad.  \nWe have tried two of the sandwiches sort of on accident.  The Italian stuffed and the fresh grilled Italian sausage.  My mother-in-law meant to order the fresh grilled Italian sausage but accidentally said the Italian stuffed and when it came out she said it was delicious but that she wanted the sausage and mentioned it to the waitress.  The waitress reordered the sausage sandwich and wrapped it up for her to take home and didn't even charge us for it.  I think this really says something about the level of customer service that I have seen every time we go.  We all tasted both and my mother-in-law who is rarely impressed has suggested this place numerous times based on this, oh and dessert. \nThe pizzas are great. I normally don't like the thin crust but feel that they pack a lot in. I read in a review that the Aunt Margarita had no flavor which I thought was odd. It definitely isn't as greasy as some of the pizzas but it has some darn good flavor. The tomatoes are always done just right to give you that juicy tomato quality.\nMy daughter always gets the pasta with the pesto sauce.  She loves the pesto and enjoys the pesto penne bake.  I truly love the ziti since it is flavorful and huge enough for three meals.  I don't really like their Alfredo the dark but it isn't the worst alfredo that I have had.  \nFor dessert I have only ever had their pizza cookie and don't see any reason to change this in the future.  I have had pizza cookie at many places but non that are even close to as yummy as the ones her at Oregano's.  \nYou will definitely find me at an Oregano's again soon.", "business_id": "ML1RJdeZ7bbfMrHvJ7m99A", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "n5FkwoBnBESxX-fAlHAUTQ", "review_id": "O8Mdi2jHGttSxOF7P30P0Q", "text": "We went yesterday for our usual salad and my husband walked out with a to go box of lettuce.. No bag, no napkins, no utensils.. Oh and no dressing or chicken. When I placed the order the kid sounded pretty new. After 5+ minutes on hold he picked up the line with a \"hey?\" Like I was bothering him, awkward. He was the same one who chased my husband down with the chicken, I went back for the dressings. Poor training, maybe! \n\nThree stars for our usual favorites: the bambino salad, golden wings & margarita pizza. Pb/Choc chip pizookie is a must!!", "business_id": "ML1RJdeZ7bbfMrHvJ7m99A", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GY7qdFzkc6fvqDs9XOyesw", "review_id": "neKygLxRRR07mSO34G5jMQ", "text": "We love this place. Try the eggplants parm dinner comes w garlic bread delish! They also have ice cream and freshly made cheese cake.", "business_id": "-S7aL8dVIiXjCdbTZVn8uA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "9Ysj3f3tI3m5QRDxvQAIKw", "review_id": "dYDQvtBJwi-0mLPPlzViCQ", "text": "slow service. The banana blueberry bead was so so. Rolls were so so.  Sushi wasn't bad, not awesome. Service was total poops.", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DDad5K6GNA0sXB7N1OB6wg", "review_id": "v5FHPPv5BCl-WCeOcq7UCA", "text": "This place was pretty interesting. I never thought of japanese and italian being a fusion combo, but here it is. \n\nThe italian food was different, but not worth it. My fiance ordered the TanTan-Men and Gyoza and wow, you definitely get what you paid for. So much food and large pot of ramen. The prices are reasonable, approx $10 per person, maybe a little more if you order drinks and/or dessert.", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "lt8EDfC80IpHzGKlj8qGpA", "review_id": "O8GXaTWSJbVfz7R6I9IOKQ", "text": "Coming from LA where you could throw a penny and hit at least 10 different great Asian restaurants, Phoenix is the complete opposite. With little options for a great dining experience with delicious food, it's great that this place exists. Traditional Japanese ramen, Yakisoba and udon dishes. Great sushi rolls and more. And if Japanese is not your thing, then try their Italian dishes. This is a noodle shop, so of course you can't leave out Italian dishes. Their customer service is excellent too!", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WwtPIz6yNEY2LAo0jfvHxw", "review_id": "WAQGrtnrLh7nxbVonfYKhQ", "text": "I went back again for more ramen.  This time is just as good as last time, with even larger portion.  I also went during happy hour this time around 4:30pm on a Wednesday and the restaurant was kicking.  Catepillar roll had good portion size and fresh for $6, calamari too.  They also had spicy ribs on the appetizer menu...got to try that next.  Udon in iron pot looked good too! Service is once again fast and friendly.  It really is becoming one of my favorite joints in AZ.  Located in a small plaza.  4.5 stars!", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "smeyvZJSSEfAOHzUiPwmWQ", "review_id": "pqYaV0OXQekdySGX-9X-Kg", "text": "what else is left to say that the other ~400 reviews haven't mentioned?\n\nWe started with potstickers and they were delicious, prepped really well. I ordered the spicy Korean beef and it was oh so good. I think this can go down as one of the best dishes I have ever had in my life. With each bite you experience so many different flavors. I can't wait to go back to this place and try something new.", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YsfMUYu2bZkaWbVW6o19bQ", "review_id": "LyUs28fWiDOpPe0rUXDmDg", "text": "This is one of the best Asian restaurants in the valley!  I've tried both their Asian and the Italian dishes and I was happy with my choice, which was a recommendation of the waiter.  \n\nIt's always busy here--usually a wait, so you should not expect the waiter to be only serving you...that would be unreasonable. Bottom line, food is worth the wait!", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tKIcTC2WIQilbV13HlVFNg", "review_id": "7Lfhs-CUr9USPmkDxLoCew", "text": "Okay seriously I have to say this is my most favorite restaurant ever. EVER! Everything is perfect. The prices are amazing for what you get and the food is amazing. We had the Nigiri assortment and beef soup. Tempura shrimp as appetizer. It's my second time here and love this place. The service is awesome and the ambiance is my favorite part. Love love love this place. Definitely my favorite of all!!!", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cQEhHWFwQ_1pPM2wkkMUIQ", "review_id": "ftVHvs0oKyOMh6bneq1mGw", "text": "This is one of favorite authentic Japanese restaurants! I eat here at least twice a month and I absolutely love it! The atmosphere is cozy, the noodles soups, sobas and Ramen are to die for! Do not rule out the wonderful Italian dishes they serve, you'll be shocked!! Everything is Fresh made to order..! Bon appetite!", "business_id": "AkOruz5CrCxUmXe1p_WoRg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "a_V8LRfMxGvpGtTwR2olrg", "review_id": "py3N8S86FBNZWljuy4A3cg", "text": "Yes I have been here before...\n\nNow for a person who has been to Italy and has worked in restaurants for years I think I can give a pretty fair review:\n\nMy Girlfriend and I went there very hungry on a Friday night; they were not busy nor slow, about average for October in Phoenix. We called to make a reservation and when we came in we were seated without menus. Now working in restaurants this is almost un-heard of but like I said we were hungry...\n\nThe waiter came over and asked if we would like something to drink (A little rudely) but like I keep saying we were hungry. Since we didn't have any menus including a wine menu, we asked the waiter to see some menus. He proceeded to only bring a wine menu...\n\nAfter we made are choice we laid the menu down in clear vision of the waiter (A definite sign to come back to the table.) He then proceeded to take the other tables' orders. (Perfectly fine). Oh and they had both food and drink menus as this comes back later in the story.\n\nWe waited for a solid 10 min before trying to flag down the waiter....NOTHING. We decided to try to flag him down and he was having none of it. We then got up from the table and left! Walking right passed the so called manager (Older lady with short brown hair) she told us to have a good night as if we just had a great dinner.....\n\nWe were so hungry we needed to go somewhere else!! On the way to a much nicer and hospitable establishment. I called Cristo's and asked to speak to the manager. The lady who told us to have a good night answered and told us she was the head manager and then proceeded to tell us that not giving people who sit down at a restaurant menus unless they ask... I had never been so offended in my life. A straight up LIE!! \n\nI could not hear any more. Hopefully the owner reads this and make this right. I am not seeking anything free I just don't want this to happen to anyone else ... EVER AGAIN", "business_id": "3CSaqRNvYg7ZdN2zwxwzVw", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "61wx9D3lUDHRktvJ4LzMsQ", "review_id": "ibcQY3sYbTE7lZfd5UZZBQ", "text": "I live within walking distance and find myself here a couple times a month! I keep my hot dog basic (ketchup & red onion) but the chili dog is good, too. Yummy French fries.", "business_id": "FW2Z4ll4zSOEDAJX9-wBZA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5FOuFx8qYyA0JcXYB31lDQ", "review_id": "luvcfyon5cZlJHZihP8i6Q", "text": "Never rated a place this low before. Bad start... It was very slow and yet it took forever for our server to come to our table. The decor was a throwback to the 80's, and probably that was when it was done and never updated. The menus came with dried up food on mine. They eventually came and brought us typical chips and awful salsa. It was served in q maple syrup dispenser and had the consistency of tomato paste. You couldn't pour it so you had to remove the top and scoop it out with a spoon. It tasted a little like flavored tomato paste as well. When our server came by we asked for a drink menu and he pointed to his head, as if to say all we needed to do is ask and he would recite it to us from memory. We asked what is good here and he grinned and said \"margaritas\", to which we asked what kind. He began to recite flavored, and we said we wanted a top-shelf, he really didn't know what we were talking about so we ordered the non-flavored with salt on the rocks. It came out and was perhaps one of the most typical standard margarita mixed drinks with very little tequila. We mistakingly at that pint decided to stay and ordered a combination plate, split. They split it, but instead of splitting both items they gave my wife one and me one and only one set of utensils. He asked what kind of sauce, we said green but on the side. The green sauce came later when we were ready to leave. The food was really diner fare and while not awful, not something to write home about. We chose not to finish and instead took our check to the counter and paid with Apple Pay, which was the only redeeming part of the visit. We should have trusted our first instinct and left as soon as we walked in.", "business_id": "VlG9qxAc4d0em2djaU__xw", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 9, "cool": 6}, "user_id": "0oRtnPHtvZIE1UNxCDDTPw", "review_id": "mGMTikmTL8c-96C0mAPBGg", "text": "A prompt, attentive service, and good Jewish deli will have me returning soon.\nI discovered this place when I went to get something at Ace Hardware.\nI noticed that they served breakfast all day, so I went inside the restaurant.\nI was seated right away and within minutes, I was given a glass of water.\nMy server was friendly and accommodating.\nI was in a hurry, and without carefully looking at the menu, I decided to order the vegetarian skillet.\nIt was okay, but I wish I had ordered something else.\nI do not like potatoes and onions in my omelet skillet.\nThe restaurant is welcoming, and the walls are full of wedding and family pictures. It looks like it's a family owned and operated business. That's very nice and special.\nI will go back and try something else, but next time I will read the menu.", "business_id": "PxeX1M8WtyPxX1MuuGIh-g", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-2Za3ht8nWum4nKNHgkX8Q", "review_id": "fk21RrfmtgQDnyWkHHI5nw", "text": "Nice deli with booths to sit in and eat there.  They have a variety of foods from quick lunch food to full on dinners.  This place definitely has a nice deli vibe.  Very good Italian beef.  Greeted with a smile and friendly banter.  Will definitely visit again.", "business_id": "PxeX1M8WtyPxX1MuuGIh-g", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "uqSLJMoKECmOiwjOrBYoew", "review_id": "2H1yHOJXDVYByfK2eoAuCQ", "text": "We were excited to try this local pizza restaurant for dinner and ordered a sausage pizza on whole wheat. It was the most tasteless thing I've ever eaten. Too bad, I wanted to like this place.", "business_id": "auorqdHiATGZHVd-sd79ZQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wTMsVKuvZYIgVDpHaM8ZSA", "review_id": "CAtHPuu94GjCNinMMWl5XQ", "text": "Thin crust pizza was horrible. Waitress had a big nose ring through her septum...turned my stomach. Can't eat and look at that. She checked our table once. Horrible service. She was friendly, of course.", "business_id": "auorqdHiATGZHVd-sd79ZQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "eOVVMnFC5jeAInwiG3uNEw", "review_id": "70hTGezoYvwDNG7Lcomikg", "text": "I made the mistake of going here on a whim. Awful, shitty bland Mexican food. A waste of money and my butthole was angry with me.", "business_id": "od49_DFUJY9louGx80My-A", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GFzfxYhaoACR20Uc0cmuMg", "review_id": "7bdAasw3-saJrAb4kkRPTQ", "text": "Cannot say enough good things about this restaurant.  I typically order the Filet (which is excellent)when I am here, however this time I thought I would be more adventurous and try the house special grass fed Australian lamb.  The dish was very flavorful, the vegetables excellent and the meat simply fell off the bone.  The atmosphere and the food put this place up as one of the best in Phoenix.", "business_id": "LzpR_jE6VIutJ08s2cdRrw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "v26k4Bzy9GiLLlSmDk8LfA", "review_id": "Yi_IcgA9xwJD9gOts7CqTQ", "text": "It is not possible for me to LOVE this place more than I already do! I was taken here for a birthday and had the most wonderful time! Everything from ambiance, to service, to the food was AMAZING! The salad was light and flavorful and the tarte entree was divine! HIGHLY recommended!", "business_id": "LzpR_jE6VIutJ08s2cdRrw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "nm_rKzjW6km-Wom1Bu1cKw", "review_id": "6RP93dbaO1DsYCBiex0u_w", "text": "My Fiance and I have been coming here for the last 3 years. Food and service is as advertised. Its a bit on a expensive side but we're firm believers that you get what you pay for. Their fillet has to be one of the best in town. Every time we go they pare it differently and I love that. The old building was small and romantic, can't wait to visit the new building. It's a must try on a special ocassion!", "business_id": "LzpR_jE6VIutJ08s2cdRrw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YsfMUYu2bZkaWbVW6o19bQ", "review_id": "9YDJICkK6oYij940cqt3-w", "text": "Like every restaurant, you have to know what to order. If you're order American style dishes, like Orange Chicken, etc., it's going to be subjective and compared to what you've tried and considered to be \"orange chicken\". \n\nHowever, if you know Chinese food, then you're best bet is to stick with Chinese style dishes, which will consist of vegetables and soy or bean based sauces. I tried the orange chicken, b/c I like Panda Express' version, and it doesn't compare. However, I tried the beef with vegetable, Egg Foo Young, and Shrimp with Lobster Sauce and I was happy with the food for the price. It's definitely the better Chinese food spot around, including Scottsdale.\n\nOf note, It's take-out or delivery ONLY.  Try their egg fried rice, not the fried rice that comes with the combo meal. The Orange Chicken is served with the sauce on the side.", "business_id": "m9k4BhXgNTBTguxvLNUaEg", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "why2I12KmPks4g-1XNrNGA", "review_id": "weUutgDfwk0gWTVeHAR9_Q", "text": "3.5. It was very quiet when we went, no dancers or band. The food and service were great- the one exception being the salad. It had too much dressing. The feta was delish- very subtle. \nI had the moussaka- it was very tasty! Decent portions size, along with potatoes and vegetables. They are not stingy with the bread either, which is a rarity. My companion had the chicken with lemon and artichoke, it was good, but I preferred my moussaka.\nWould I go back? Absolutely. But next time, Id like to see the dancers!", "business_id": "t54zAs7IftAVb9SKcCRotw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "b9XdpPlzZCVimhNb0z8CNA", "review_id": "F3i6CWdGMoxDm3Zzx13U7A", "text": "We used to live within walking distance of Texaz Grill back in the late 90's.  We pretty much O.D.'ed on the place.  Yeah, it's that good.  What some might call, \"A heart attack on a plate\", I call \"Redneck Paradise\" (minus the boots, Bermuda shorts, wife beater tee, and cowboy hat, of course).  Texaz grill serves the best Chicken Fried Steak and Chicken Fried Chicken I've ever had.  Be forewarned though.  If you come, bring your appetite.  If you leave Texaz hungry, it's your own fault.  \n\nThe portion sizes are more than generous; I think \"Obscene\" is more accurate.  The mashed potatoes are mashed with the skins on and smothered in thick white gravy, as was my chicken.  The corn niblets are nice and buttery and the chicken was nice and crispy.  My co-workers had the chicken fried steak and the steak was larger than the plate.  You also get a biscuit, although I'd prefer a roll, I just forgot to ask.\n\nThe Chicken Fried Steak and Chicken were both $7.00 and the Iced Tea was $2.00.  I feel it's a pretty fair deal for lunch.  The Texas and Arizona memorabilia that adorn the walls and ceiling are fitting for this place.  I remember when you could smoke in restaurants and it was very smokey too.  I'm so glad the smoking ban passed.  I've heard the place can get busy for lunch, so we went early and didn't have any problems finding parking and we were seated right away and served promptly.  Texaz Grill gets 5 stars in my book and I'm sure they'd appreciate it if you left the Bermuda shorts at home and come fully clothed.  Now for that angioplasty...", "business_id": "18TUn9oiW0k0yB6lheiOvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "E57RFTo6aps4wYzRYwsH9w", "review_id": "2h8gKkkf1RH21br7b9i4SQ", "text": "Food is pure fat and yumminess. One plate is enough to feed three people. We had more leftovers than we knew what to do with. Definitely need to fast for a week before coming here, but well worth it.", "business_id": "18TUn9oiW0k0yB6lheiOvw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wT2LI919pNevMnIVOH8LZA", "review_id": "ZYVqbX-FWWjkc6u1_Lv64Q", "text": "This place is AMAZING!! Best steak I have had in awhile, their chicken fried chicken is great and don't even get me started on their mashed potatoes and gravy!! You can't go wrong with anything here and their service is FABULOUS!!", "business_id": "18TUn9oiW0k0yB6lheiOvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tMxP8J6SP8ymu5OcpLYAPA", "review_id": "fIgAxPSWz_iMsnFgEnkRyg", "text": "Very nice and accommodating, bottles of wine at great prices.. Food was good and very large, I will be coming back.", "business_id": "18TUn9oiW0k0yB6lheiOvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "U4HYIhMa4sLRcFWmhx8f4Q", "review_id": "KCRW_y--viviVK5Jfd_bkw", "text": "I would drink here everyday if I lived in phoenix", "business_id": "ntJAKLAq0cXzzdFgPoo0Iw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jvDes7pQ35Mw6Pg5DvVfxw", "review_id": "vl4kY49L43ejWhsAE_FlVg", "text": "Pretty good food. Kind of divey.", "business_id": "ntJAKLAq0cXzzdFgPoo0Iw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "_uL7OiQSfNsCd60DrAf7qQ", "review_id": "6xj1G1TEtcKt0dkx0Jp76w", "text": "Moto is pretty high up there in the sushi world for me. I love my sushi so it take a good place to impress me. \n\nI first went to Moto for their All-You-Can-Eat Saturdays. IN the beginning it wasn't nearly as strict as it is now, but rightfully so they had to implement some rules(Don't be a gluten, no sharing, $0.50 per piece you have leftover that they will box up for you to take home, must eat all the rice as well...). They offer just about any kind of sushi you would want for about $18 per person, or $22 per person if you want Saki with it, still a fab deal! \n\nMy other favorite there is their chicken terriacki bowl, probably the best I have had in a long time. They have a \"built your own\" style bowl menu, very good, check it out! \n\nOver all Moto is good, but a once in awhile venture.", "business_id": "c0RSs2KYK5Y-ZlSrNq9LyA", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xg4AdOGHFxJyWByFbG8stA", "review_id": "1Fjv2y73PoXgBpVS6-QIxA", "text": "I'm disappointed to have to do this, but after a long hiatus I have to conclude that MOTO is not as good as it was when I wrote my rave review.\n\nThe mystique of the underground menu is gone. The not-so-underground menu now appears on the back of the regular menu :(\n\nThe quality of service and product has also gone down. Sigh.", "business_id": "c0RSs2KYK5Y-ZlSrNq9LyA", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-11-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FLtIvthFtPUlc1204LHAJQ", "review_id": "LEH4wmpIKLUcWW6CPPar9w", "text": "I've eaten here several times, the food is good but service is slacking. 4 star food/atmosphere but 2 star service. They used to have 2 great bartenders but they've since moved on. The current staff is extremely unprofessional, including the kitchen staff. They are always having there own conversations while we sit and wait for someone to fill our drinks or take our order. I've watched our food sit in the window for several minutes with no one else willing to deliver our food while the bartender is busy(no teamwork at all). They get overwhelmed very easily and can't handle a crowd. I've overheard the owner talking about how he hates yelp which is just not something you want to hear. We will be back as it's in the neighborhood and the unlimited sushi is a great deal on Saturdays.", "business_id": "c0RSs2KYK5Y-ZlSrNq9LyA", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 6, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "aWHX1QdKbSgSkMA9N0a8MA", "review_id": "Qjt_zXc9NImfYlpwaZhgUQ", "text": "Owner or whoever was at the counter was extremely rude. I asked if they sold hot dogs because I was not familiar with the menu and the guy replies, \"I don't know, we're getting ready to close.\" okaaay???? \nSo I went to Johnnie's instead and had the BEST Chicago style hot dog and it was cheaper too!", "business_id": "Tk2dSL0TwQeI_zNJmb442A", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-11-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 10, "cool": 7}, "user_id": "uTc1puvwUpFYryEHo4DNaA", "review_id": "L-9SBDYQHPMTB7GRyMZ-JA", "text": "Mmmmmm \n\nMy roommate and i showed up around 8pm.... it was pretty busy.... \nbut we were seated right away.. and our waitress.. Barbie Doll (according to her name tag) was so nice! \n\nmy roommate had a pumpkin shake... AMAZING!!!! also had the biscuits and gravy with eggs and bacon... she didn't like it all to much.. (shes a very picky eater) the B&G would have tasted better to me if they didn't put paprika over if... \n\nI had their Hound Dog... a pretty nice sized hot dog, the bun toasted... and you could add on chili, cheese or sour kraut!!! I had extra sour kraut and mustard on it! :) mmmm hit the spot... and their Fri's are sooo yummy!! and their BBQ sauce is super good too :) \n\nwe both decided to have a slice of their cheesecake.... I had strawberry topping.. it was alright.. i wish they had had cherry toppings... mmm.. but this cheesecake was amazing!!!!!!!!! so creamy and a really nice sized piece ... i cannot wait to have it again!! :) \n\nBarbie Doll was very attentive and helpful... no where near annoying... at all!! i loved it... and all the other waiters that passed by were lovely as well.. all smiles.. but not the fake kinds... i liked it..", "business_id": "GpK9MeUjEd7rwhejG2ykww", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TERYbNsVh15hT4yxPAXBew", "review_id": "jbvxxj84Ilp9nR8OiW7OxQ", "text": "LOVE 5 & Diner. Especially this one! Great food, staff, and atmosphere. They were very accommodating when we had a group of 15 for my Daughters birthday. Looking foward to going back!", "business_id": "GpK9MeUjEd7rwhejG2ykww", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_LsbT_uW0UE6rhsWiAIrsg", "review_id": "RKFYiTFlE7Fb4runfnYRiQ", "text": "flies everywhere, place is dirty and food not cooked well.", "business_id": "74NT13vpDleoNrkxQdEpsQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pEVf8GRshP9HUkSpizc9LA", "review_id": "bDESGXRmVKXaPgekpTV1kw", "text": "Super busy on Saturday morning, but worth the wait...the bagels were fresh and delicious!  Sit on the patio at Camelback instead of at the main entrance on the back side...more space to spread out!  Very friendly staff too!", "business_id": "KNIw6kwf8LZkrS1lEnaLiw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "F2GEqt_mV95OQEiYPTQ4VQ", "review_id": "tdBEvI3RBhMTq2REYk4EZQ", "text": "Good service.  Overpriced, mediocre food.  $6 dollars for a short rum and diet with hardly any rum in it.  $5 for a store bought slice of apple pie that was so tiny.", "business_id": "gQjTs4BDNYSu9oJhkEsssw", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VHv6dzPF79hORk1K8yH5wg", "review_id": "WCM-mVlWVWuemMiECvTeOg", "text": "Visited the Gilbert Restaurant tonight at 7pm.  Host was unfriendly, took 3 other tables before seating us (a table of 5).  We did our drink and food order at the same time.  After 30 minutes without food (3 adult meals and a kids meal.  2nd child did not eat) and two tables around us being seated and served drinks from the bar AND dinner, I went to the front to speak to a manager.  Manager said he would check on it and be back to me.  He never returned to me to check on us.  6 minutes later, our food was delivered.  We asked for extra napkins and a cup of water for my nephew.  Never received either.  The two tables around us that came in later were paying their checks while we were barely eating.  A simple dinner took over an hour.  No one apologized or explained why our food took so long.  We will not be returning to your establishment as I was completely disappointed in our experience.", "business_id": "ib-y5nsfn3unE0lLY1vfAw", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "STRH5HCQ9lkCMNy5R7pq9Q", "review_id": "mSmQocDftUK2ymcm6M-oZg", "text": "Heard about this place for some time, and my neighbor is a big fan of the Monday night happy hour deals, so I decided to give it a whirl with the gf.  Our hunger couldn't wait til nighttime, so we hit it up for a late lunch. Holy YUM!  Bacon-wrapped shrimp: giant shrimp stuffed with cotija and crispity delicious bacon. A heart-stopper, for sure, but damn, sooo good. We then split a blue-cheese wedge salad and a green chile burger, and both were perfectly put together, fresh and delicious.  Green chiles could have had more heat to them, but that burger was cooked perfectly, not too greasy, juicy bites on a nice firm roll that held up all the way through. And great pickles, too.  Would have liked a nice IPA offered on draft, as opposed to the bottle option, but other than that, we really dug it. FABULOUS service by Karla, who left us alone just enough, but was always ready to freshen up our waters or make sure we were enjoying our food.", "business_id": "Pfb6VOIiroqDWOebfgWGPQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "q86toZy-_t4eyWAMf6GhmQ", "review_id": "fpTwGxzAYNymXC6wUuBcCQ", "text": "Had dinner here yesterday (a Sunday) for my 31st birthday.  Spoke with Sheldon beforehand to reserve the private dining room for \"20-25\" people.  After some hesitation on his part, he agreed to not requiring a set menu, and I agreed that my party would be patient with the service (which did not end up being a problem at all).  He also did not require a deposit, which was fantastic.\n\nI got there later than I wanted to, as I wanted to arrive a little before my reservation, but I got there exactly at 7:00 p.m.  After saying hello to some friends who had already arrived and were waiting in the bar, our table in the private dining room was ready after just a few moments.  We went in and began sitting down - the private dining room is off to the side of the restaurant (beyond the bar area) and was great for our party of 20.  There is a men's and women's restroom at the end of the dining room which was great as well, and the tables were organized well enough that it felt like we were eating at a single grand dining table.\n\nService was very good, especially considering the amount of people we had and that they were willing to do separate checks.  After getting our drinks ordered and delivered (which took about half an hour), we ordered. \n\nFor appetizers, the table had the hummus, but a few others ordered the green chile queso (very unique and good), the fried eggplant bites (I was hesitant about the goat cheese as I'm not a big fan, but there is not that much and it just enhance the flavors of the whole dish, which was good), and the bacon-wrapped shrimp (YUM).  All of it was good.\n\nPersonally, I also had a cup of the black bean soup (very good, especially if you cannot get enough black beans like myself).  My entree was the surf n' turf pasta, which was really flavorful.  You get two shrimps, which were decent sized, and two medallions of beef, which were cooked well but not overdone.  The fettucine was not al dente but still had a good texture, and the sauce was not buttery/overwhelming.  Everything felt/tasted complimentary, which was a good thing!\n\nWe finished things off with their version of chocolate cake, and they had a pumpkin cheesecake which was interesting, but I would have preferred regular cheesecake.  \n\nAnyways, I wanted to thank the staff here for a great birthday dinner.  Everything tasted great, the service was good and prompt (I don't believe there was a single issue, which is amazing considering they had 20 people all ordering something totally different, without a set menu), and we all had a great time.  We got started a little after 7:00, and we were done a little before 9:40 (from what I can remember).  For 20 people all ordering drinks and food, that was some efficient service!\n\nI would definitely recommend PCG for a big dining party.  They were courteous, professional, and accomodating.  Fantastic place with very good food!  Thanks!", "business_id": "Pfb6VOIiroqDWOebfgWGPQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "sjNNftY_r4pVYkJz4MuDdQ", "review_id": "VIrrQOKUlpyY9vmIjyBOTQ", "text": "This is one of our favorite restaurants in the Phx area.  The quality of the food is exceptional.  That said, I took my niece there last week, we both ordered the Philly Cheesesteak, it was not up to their usual standards.  We both had gristle in the beef.  We didn't discuss it till later, as neither of us wanted to mention it during our lunch, hoping the other was not having the same experience.  I'm sure they would have made it right if I had brought it to their attention.", "business_id": "Pfb6VOIiroqDWOebfgWGPQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "ceKoQX0_IJZ6Lr9-9LGcbA", "review_id": "707cFAdZjQqGRtDK8KRkLQ", "text": "I could live on eating a sandwich everyday and never get bored.  Oh the sandwiches are so great here, there's so many choices for everyone.  I just don't like spending an arm and a leg for what I get.  Like I said the sandwiches are great, but I have to admit they are overpriced.  I have been to many, many, many deli's and can get something comprable for nearly half the price.\nI still have been here many times and will come back.  I like the atmosphere here and makes me feel like I'm not in Phoenix.  I recommend this place, but be prepared to spend a little bit more than your used to for a sandwich.", "business_id": "HIiVx2mseVWKtx8TKfWC_A", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "_s5XYVfUjBD-1sj7ZNxFZQ", "review_id": "A69edtH3acr5azIJOJrxUg", "text": "The Duck and Decanter is THE place for a sandwich or a glass of wine. Great food and wine selections. I am not a beer drinker myself, but friends tell me that the beer selection is also stellar. Staff is always friendly. Can't wait for the summer to be over and to enjoy a leisurely afternoon on their patio again.", "business_id": "HIiVx2mseVWKtx8TKfWC_A", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "ROMFsqS8D0Rar9fOrLi7Fw", "review_id": "DdtWih8LW-ZTuCN_b2GCRA", "text": "The pirogi w stuffed cabbage were very good.  Eclairs and apple slice superb!\n\nThe shop is spotlessly clean and the proprietors are very friendly.\n\nI'll be back soon!", "business_id": "jSEcE8AY-mzGq9EOiyrtng", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RE_h-saaso1RXQNGKG-Raw", "review_id": "SQuQB3qoEi5u_JfIg63WjQ", "text": "They've changed their chicken tikka masala recipe at least twice since my original review, and each time I've liked it less. The sauce used to be creamy. Now it looks like there's no cream in it, and it separates easily so the fat floats on the top. I'll have to find another restaurant to sate my chicken tikka cravings.", "business_id": "LYyGQgL60VKdV-p_9OxmWQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5E193w76Qlhoi1gkyakW2A", "review_id": "eoN3QEZbT6HT4yjlk-5lIg", "text": "I worked near there a couple years ago and would blindly walk in there on my lunch breaks over and over, ignorantly forgetting how mediocre the food was.  But I recently saw a Stixx has opening near there, so I don't even know if they are still in business...", "business_id": "RoErsFPM0A-1SCqD-FRV_Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2006-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0aATS38VNUvF8Ka6h-YFNg", "review_id": "oSb0GX4X_nN4t_74gFZgzw", "text": "I lived in Phoenix over 10 years now and never have I ever eaten here #mybad....I walked in today and was greeted by Peppy. She is the sweetest Lady ever. She went over the menu with me and i decided to get the Italian half sub. I am glad i went with the half, HOLY COW THEY ARE HUGE....and that is just  half!!!! She talked to me about the Italian culture and her marriage and she introduced me to coworkers and her husband was in the back working so i just shot him a friendly wave...I will definitely be back to try another sub or even the pizza...I will also bring my BFF who is Sicilian and I know she will love it. I am so happy I live so close to this Deli, I will be back for sure. Peppy, if you are reading this I think you are amazing, thank you for your warm greeting, I really enjoyed getting to know you a bit :)", "business_id": "T5HYqRADhAL6VPRAacz74Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Xfv8_MeZi8Dev5hx5-ISwQ", "review_id": "Ksg_9H1T4ygF6uNnIMPM8w", "text": "I have about 30 different choices when it comes to the cheap-drink+bar food combo in my hood. I also have about 300 lunch choices. What keeps me coming back to the 'Dillo is the perfect blend of:\n\n- Delicious food (drink or no drink)\n- Reasonable drink prices\n- Servers who go out of their way to learn about their customers \n\nYes, 2PM on a Monday can be depressing. But isn't that true everywhere?\n\nEat the Philly Cheesesteak. Just eat it. It will be the best decision you made all week. Totally worth the extra gym time.", "business_id": "CqhsIZ7TzCfJTrZqg5-gqQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "J5cVfPz7jO4az_wXAEDQmA", "review_id": "AUMXyKk9JhIGkdui4nnYCg", "text": "The Armadillo Grill seems like a mix between a biker bar and a sports bar. It's almost like a dive bar! But it's a good place to watch games, the drinks, service, and food were all good!", "business_id": "CqhsIZ7TzCfJTrZqg5-gqQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "iEuLOmNVXgwrn1fkqRedsA", "review_id": "qgx_kcmVRoBuWTP-umO_pA", "text": "What a fine establishment. Words can not seriously describe how special this place is to me. I always, always, always take a new date here. Hands down, The Rokerij, is in my opinion the only place that sets the mood, provides the food, and will make the ladies drool. \n\nI can't afford to go there much, but it will forever be my favorite \"first date\" restaurant.", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-09-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "c2fGoYkOIcU-7hIimRu_VA", "review_id": "LLimGomNluBy3v32klUj8Q", "text": "This is a friendly bustling neighborhood-type place which I love.  The three stars only are for having fish on the menu that isn't up to the standards of their beef dishes and apps. Sea bass smothered in a sweet and sour sauce with chiles, not very fresh and overcooked --uggh.  However, I did croon over my neighbor's beef dish. The crab mini-tosadas are really good. And the vegetable side dishes-all of them, including brocolini, brussel sprouts, potato in a pot, and asparagus--are commendable.  Great atmosphere!! Have fun.", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "OTQnCVQOlg9b5Frwj2H9sQ", "review_id": "8FWcLFqvlESgPvTcRgjvUQ", "text": "I wish there were 6 stars because although I'm sad Richardson's burned down, the menu lives on at Rokerij.  It is my favorite place to eat because the food is wonderful.  Normally I take in the whole dining experience...service, ambiance, etc.  but not here,  it's just the food. I've been to most of the best places in Phoenix but there's just something about the food that speaks to me here.  Go here and order the food of which I speak...then eat it and digest and smile.", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zdDo1ZGwewj6q_YhnC4CeQ", "review_id": "dRXY3BNUasVIysgjCTWKpg", "text": "Nothing but good things can be said about the food here, I simply haven't had a bad meal yet and doubt I ever will. I positively love New Mexican style cuisine and how spicy it can get. Pretty amazing how hard it is to find here in the Valley! \nDrop in for a weekend brunch meal and treat yourself to a super spicy Bloody Mary or a tasty mimosa and start the morning off right.", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "yoXtg2z5fMOqqP54DEAF4A", "review_id": "wLWssPtMtZLXUQ1sa6mjdg", "text": "New Mexican yelp!   This is New Mexican!  And how great it is....green chilies galore.  The ambience makes it a special place for dinner, and a relaxing, cooling place in the summer.  A special place in the squaw peak corridor.", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CT-tL1zE2SnybNGI0_NjzA", "review_id": "SF-DVCi1bDZah5gkARDRAg", "text": "Went here for a Birthday dinner with our little one and they didn't have any high chairs or boosters seats. I guess we won't be coming here anymore!", "business_id": "5kRug3bEienrpovtPRVVwg", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UrYrbyLgF_VN3mUrPVKBSg", "review_id": "u4KKyAfAR4AJ5m3tOJIqhw", "text": "Great place! Great pizza, great prices, and great fast and friendly service...", "business_id": "TqHTtjPANCBKGsjGBjDoQQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pzSxQt-xfrKuVRhrKJJF6g", "review_id": "4OiJ5lX0PpvEJpGME5J0kA", "text": "Ice Cold zucchini appetizer. Been here before it was good. But this ruined it for me. Makes me think none of it is fresh. Our server Natalie was great and apologized more than once and also took care of it. Limoncello cake it's really good.", "business_id": "TqHTtjPANCBKGsjGBjDoQQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "rLtl8ZkDX5vH5nAx9C3q5Q", "review_id": "nZUsyi5847MzRpm7Eq5yqA", "text": "Went here a few nights ago with a party of 4.  We just missed the dinner rush and had the place all to ourselves.  There are tons of reviews on here that pretty much cover everything, but here are some points to consider:\n\n* Water is served in plastic cups\n* Soda comes from the can so there are no refills ($3 for a can!)\n* The bread is 'eh and costs you $3\n* the bruschetta is just ok\n* The fresh mozzarella is awesome\n* The pasta is fresh and delicious\n* The tiramisu is fresh, fluffy, creamy and delicious\n\nThe best part about this place is the owner, Richard Bock.  Although he jokes around and is super friendly, you can tell he knows what he is doing when it comes to his food and his restaurant.  From the prices he charges to the way he pushes the higher priced menu items, you can tell he is a sucker for the bottom line.\n\nI admit I am one of those people who is all into going to places featured on TV, especially DDD so this place was on my list.  It didn't hurt either that there was a 50% off certificate on Local Dines ( http://bit.ly/dfR4eQ ).\n\nI'm not going to rush back because the place is pretty far from home, but if I am in the area and craving some almost homemade Italian, I will be sure to stop in again.", "business_id": "VpW40mznMS43CqdbelX2wA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_StMJ6RFeEGbXkkwz0MRUA", "review_id": "0SaHvWLelwHRAs1UCpoKRw", "text": "This place is so fake it's sickening- the server Cindy is phony. Jose is a dick - and the owner- couldn't make the time to take my credit card. The salad dressing was tasteless and the Osso Bucco was just okay.", "business_id": "VpW40mznMS43CqdbelX2wA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xFG4Ca2HHmbxDTkMlmHnjQ", "review_id": "m82YM3ELQcxxXsePS5DzQg", "text": "Service would normally be better here, but our server was either a bit confused or couldn't hear us? We had some problems communicating with him sometimes.\n\nThe mussels were good, and the desserts we had were good as well.\n\nThe seafood salad was very bland, and the cioppino was just okay.\n\nAll in all, we wouldn't jump to return.", "business_id": "PAtgWCLCFRQd_fjnihISOg", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "U9antcb-UnhwfogQGbG9Tw", "review_id": "B14-FtYhZX6NtE9fD8qcvw", "text": "Just wanted to 2nd the high marks on the happy hour menu. Perfect place to get beer and food after a movie at the AMC right beside it. I was a little intimidated by how nice the place looked, but the bar is comfortable, and the happy hour menu is for real.", "business_id": "MU3i2uEyUBntebU6pEyMbw", "stars": 4, "date": "2006-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3f_-pGlAZi6a6ZySrsspVQ", "review_id": "UekwFydF_q72_CYLCKK6ow", "text": "Christopher's Fermier Brasserie & Paola's Wine Bar are closed (early summer of '08). \n\nFor Chris' new operation click: \n\nhttp://www.yelp.com/biz/christophers-restaurant-crush-lounge-phoenix#hrid:Ky2zEWU60r5NptvvY6GDWw", "business_id": "ET9VpUk1UgjMN5DJRV0yOw", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ROs4fv10OqESFQT4AgVQqA", "review_id": "JPYR4X-MCcndQU9cx33HHg", "text": "First time here and its so delicious! The GM brought out bianco flat and it was great. \nThe staff is friendly and attentive! \n\nThank you CPK!!!", "business_id": "ut-kla-EA23nJOij_dcL0Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "Aaafbip-U2aeTXbvinBLiA", "review_id": "iLnGwBxGgn4GWbmDE4gq_w", "text": "Mmmmmm..a Combo please!  Pastrami and Corn beef together at last on a soft onion bun with Swiss cheese (or without)..best thing when you are craving MEAT! Yep, certainly not a diner for vegans.  Miracle Mile has been around forever, and I love to have a great sandwich or entree at this location.  From deli sandwiches to daily specials like meatloaf, roast chicken even cabbage and corn beef, it's a miracle I haven't gain 20 pounds from here! And they have Cream Soda...mmmm.   Side dishes include fries, potato salad, salads, mac n' cheese and potato pancakes.  The portions are huge that you can share or take the left overs home for a midnight meal.", "business_id": "fmuj7u1gflmEjW-h0v9bwg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 3, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "sALB8-F04S9VcZMF_GkGUA", "review_id": "6rYZth4EP2NZIYOM90TMPQ", "text": "Feeling kind of ill, one of my Scottsdale besties swings over to get me out of my funk for a what...a piece of sweet??? UMMM ... I dont do sweets...and I usually do no chains... but.. because my uppity bestie was in the ying for a slice of cheesecake in my neck of the woods.. we went for the factory of all things...cheesecake. Seriously, Ive been to a Cheesecake Factory for birthday parties... or in malls. But I had to rate this place, bc the waiter was off the charts one of the best I have ever, yep! ever had... I told him I didnt have much of an appetite, as I mulled the book of a menu over and over and kept sending him away and my 'wanting only dessert friend' now wanted some orange chicken too... and bread...and a side salad.. geesh.. how can a 90lb girl want so much food? ... I ended up with a chicken sandwiche and soup... none of which was earth shattering... but I loved the waiter... we had fun with the fact that the seemingly 'we never get out much' peeps next to us didnt know how to act in a restaurant...and he brought us a piece of decadent red velvet cheese cake and even wrote in cursive a cute little note for me and my friend.. and I will leave it at that:-) Score for the factory.. compliments of the waiter... Now if they can find a way to control the other diners and the out of control kids.. they may be on to something.", "business_id": "2r8jGeuYvMkyP2ik_X-Bxw", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tIill0QmPK-HEPq90mIIcQ", "review_id": "qr9cXCVAK7BQCQOYrQH-ZA", "text": "I met friends at CF for dinner last night. Our table had the mini hot dogs, the sliders (mini burgers), meatloaf, chicken buffalo sandwich, chicken littles, Ahi tartar and the dumplings . Aria was our server and took care of us (even though we can tell she wasn't feeling well). She maintained the table's needs (refills, etc) with very little interruption. For dessert we had the Lemon Meringue which has become my favorite cheesecake. Good experience, food and its price and of course the cheesecake!", "business_id": "2r8jGeuYvMkyP2ik_X-Bxw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4dtj7o6gW1PF_boO9_QC-w", "review_id": "Q2HMtL2CphIggoQwAXQSzQ", "text": "So let me preface this one star with the fact that we never did eat here. The reason is because despite the fact that the website says they close at 9:30 on Saturday, they actually were closed by 8:00 when we went there....TWICE! Note to Au Petit Four, this is 2011 and either update your website or inform people if you close early because it is slow. We drove from Southern Scottsdale to Arcadia and it was a waste of time. Also, waste of groupon money!", "business_id": "wftoNIA0Q8nX-Da47psBCA", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WNCNmynlYmIkz2VeTlfVRw", "review_id": "3MccpNroqpt-m5AOTvCAtw", "text": "This is a beautiful restaurant located inside of the Ritz Carlton. We were seated by a gracious and friendly hostess and waited for our two friends to arrive. We were given coffee and water and were able to peruse the menu. When our friends arrived, we ordered our breakfast. I got bacon, eggs, potatoes and wheat toast. The toast was perfect, the bacon was perfectly cooked, the eggs were well done and not running (just the way I like) and the potato - oh my! I could have eaten 5 more! It was like sour cream and chives mashed potatoes smooshed in to a perfectly round patty and then deep fried until the entire exterior was crisp. Just amazing!", "business_id": "Ta-fY1c_E8qHBBDQGyxPkg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "gcyEUr4DXcbjnGRAWFtfAQ", "review_id": "lodIL8OYyEciszap3vw1Sg", "text": "I wanted to get a killer steak and we found our way to The Capital Grille. I am usually a bit gun shy with these high-end restaurants because they often times don't live up to the hype. This was NOT teh case with The Capital Grille! We made a reservation and were seated promptly. Our server was super personable and not snotty in the least bit, as I've experienced in the past with some of the high-end steakhouses. We were promptly sat and presented with menus and a drink menu. They had an extensive wine by the glass list and bottle list. WE started with the calimari with spicy peppers and pimento. Great dish, perfectly cooked fried calimari tossed with spicy peppers and garlic butter. i went with the house special, Kona crusted steak  (I switched the traditional sirloin for Delmonico) with shallot butter. Awesome, Awesome, Awesome! We also ordered the cream corn with bacon (most of the veggies, you can get in half orders and that's PLENTY for two people). The wife just had a cup of chowder and a great spinach salad with bacon, onions and bacon vinaigrette. All in all, great meal and awesome service. I can't wait to go back!", "business_id": "QdbZyl-LWFS54u93Vjd5SA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XbxgnxXUm7-0VlZHMVyLKg", "review_id": "gfTiooHrp5XHswp3pd3P1A", "text": "Let me start saying that many friends were talking on how amazing the steaks were; My husband and I decided to make a reservation to celebrate our anniversary and to begin with, they only had available for dinner almost at 10pm... To tell you the truth super late for my liking, then we arrived a bit earlier to find the restaurant nearly empty! I was really shocked at that point.\n\nThe nightmare really starts, the restaurant had a vibe that everyone was in a rush to take us out quickly, I ordered a steak and it took 3 glasses of wine for it to arrive..... And the steak was completely absolutely and irrevocably \"BLAND\"!!! I was so shocked that I tried to eat a bit and hurry up to get out of there, imagine if I had complained, another hour of awkwardness feeling from the staff....\n\nThen my husband trying to make me feel a bit less angry and dissatisfied, ordered dessert and because it was so late they almost had no choices for us to pick, my husband ordered for me \"Neapolitan gourmet\" ice cream sitting on top of a \"delicious\" chocolate chip cookie, it looked like my niece had bought some cookies at the supermarket and placed it on 3 little cups, horrendous plating!\n\nI really had it, we paid and starting running out! It was the most unpleasant experience I had in a \"high end\" steakhouse!!! Will think twice on coming back...", "business_id": "QdbZyl-LWFS54u93Vjd5SA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lswvZjM9RUNmmJAwQlAJ0w", "review_id": "PHFUsctyvXzzv1qRCWWcdw", "text": "We definitely enjoy eating here.  What we DO NOT enjoy is being called \"guys.\"  My wife and I are both well-beyond 60, and DO NOT enjoy that level of casualness from anyone.  The dark-haired waitress, dressed mostly in black,  kept asking \"are you guys\" this and \"are you guys\" that.  If I had a dollar for every time that she did I could have paid for dinner.\n\"YOU\" is both a singular AND plural word.  \"You all\" would be OK; ditto \"you folks.\"  But 86 \"you guys\" --or worse, \"youse guys.\" --JDH", "business_id": "Rg3INE2p4zQYvfMvJduEOQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_HAZu02w_QEX8iWTXKY66Q", "review_id": "LqNo0BrEcyXoLUXdkdJS3Q", "text": "Very nice Brunch service. We were treated very well and actually were given a private little table area as requested but was unexpected. Everything was fabulous and the food was very good. Tiny plates for the hot dishes but you can order more than one if you want more. Go hungry and ENJOY! This was a first time, not out last, and we walked around the grounds a bit and checked out the spa and got a tour by Jen who was AWESOME and very friendly! Just a fun day!", "business_id": "imvNxppzxkLUPH64pQsDQg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 5, "cool": 4}, "user_id": "5kJYTUtFUJT24dWNs6eW8w", "review_id": "mbWqhyCAB9kb9VS837WPMA", "text": "Jewish girls in Chinese dresses serving Japanese food. If that isn't a recipe for confusion, I don't know what is.\n\nToo bad, really. Because when they first opened up, they had a real Japanese chef who had a respectable career and was trying to make actual Japanese cuisine. He naturally didn't last long in this 1980s pseudo-asian theme park environment. Remember when the owner used to intermittently drop the screens down and fire up the THX system and play movie trailers from last year? The chefs couldn't even see their hands. Now that's setting your priorities!\n\nHappy hour and late night patio is this place's saving grace (for others, not for me). But it's so far from Japanese food/sushi as to make them guilty of false advertising. See my Stingray review for a similar take on the food experience. If you FAIL rice, you FAIL sushi.", "business_id": "NDKkce5Au-o_OhIt5f2ZBg", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "nDBly08j5URmrHQ2JCbyiw", "review_id": "bmoA9XODBsLe2dyrZokl1w", "text": "Soup's not the same. Place kinda looks post-apocalyptic. \n\nThis neighborhood needs a good traditional Americanized Chinese restaurant. They used to be all over the place. Plenty of people -- now having gotten the pretensions of \"Asian Fusion\" out of their system-- would be willing to come back. They could do a steady lunch biz from the local office workers and be a destination for dinner, but they're going to need to spend more than $20 a month on maintenance.\n\nFirst time I've seen a sign on a buffet line reminding people not to dish food up with their bare hands.", "business_id": "UxMnY3Dxafucv5cXHyfBSA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "zHgmWv6NbwZepUSqA_FlLw", "review_id": "DRUDyjMOhcgYXa1OE_Er8A", "text": "nothing to rave about this place.\nservice was poor and the food was bad.\nI know, I shouldn't expect much on cajun food in phoenix. but I'm always up for an adventure.", "business_id": "24qSrF_XOrvaHDBy-gLIQg", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "eA7hkwrrknhxhqs-dOhDYg", "review_id": "lFbJE27B903gNY039_aU0A", "text": "I went to Wrigley with the Network of Business Women.  It was my first time there.  I had no idea where it was, but once I got there, I was pleasantly surprised.  The atmosphere was so beautiful and relaxed.  It was a great place to have lunch.  I had a steak salad and it was absolutely yummy.  \n\nGreat history on the house...I need to go back for their free tours.  I think they are at 10 and 3 everyday they are open.  (Check on that first)I heard they have a great Sunday Brunch, so I will be making my way out there again.  I would love to hang out on their patio one fall morning or evening.  Either way it would be awesome.", "business_id": "yPfvOB63thP5t3pGZPJExA", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wqQ-50Sjf9ol3SYaPbA1YQ", "review_id": "eO4BB0J2KxNCz7gZpTgvXw", "text": "Sure we only go with a DealChicken.com coupon but it's always great! Sit in the bar area as the dining room is very dated due to the mansions age. The bar area is much more, how would you say? relaxed and romantic. GREAT views from in there also!", "business_id": "yPfvOB63thP5t3pGZPJExA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "JVeCUlDmcwJ3pteEdmzeHg", "review_id": "1tfl7nfecGr7F6wDhMn-lw", "text": "A great upscale sports bar/pub. The food was pretty good and they had fresh baked pie!!!....not a regular thing on a pub menu....try their Fish and Chips!!! oh they hit the spot. \nSport a seat in one of their booths near the front so you can see the flat screen tvs - service was good too.\nAlways a great place to stop in on the Camelback corridor.", "business_id": "rVUEZpHQfWI_3kt0lBwaxQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kSyETvyqGhEVwNWbCrIX7Q", "review_id": "GYaRElQ39l3HUXnioktd4A", "text": "Was here 10/11/14\n\nThe service has improved and the food was good.  I could not see the kitchen from where we sat.\n\nServer was attentive and checked on us several times.\n\nLove the fish and chips!!  Not a fan of any of the salads.  Stopped getting them because they are over dressed and just don't taste good.\n\nKeep working to make this better.\n\nTry this place!", "business_id": "rVUEZpHQfWI_3kt0lBwaxQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6_oIBE1IwWxMYqU1GWk7uQ", "review_id": "aIX5XNFMNB03Dp10wzuWQA", "text": "We went to Avanti for my birthday. It is a special place. Andrew, our waiter was very pleasant, informed and attentive.   We started with 3 different  homemade pastas and a side of fried Calamari and all were excellent. My wife had a fresh white fish encrusted with herbes and parmesan. I had a double thick stuffed veal chop. Both dinners were excellent obviously each prepared with much care to detail.    We were so full, we didn't have room for dessert. There was a piano player playing softly in the bar. The dining room was quiet and candle lit, perfect for a special adult night out.  The owner came by every table to make sure everything was perfect. Special wine dinners are offered periodically.This was one great find. We will return and bring  friends.", "business_id": "vvA3fbps4F9nGlAEYKk_sA", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aWI2zskpKq8Sb0wA43Yh9g", "review_id": "gc2BuHM7o1dCJ7kwuaIzrQ", "text": "This restaurant is gem!  The service is excellent and the food is delicious!  We came from LA for the fair and we arrived on a Friday night, then we came back on a Sunday night with friends!  We will keep coming back every year! That is how good the whole atmosphere was!", "business_id": "vvA3fbps4F9nGlAEYKk_sA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kayrmIC4yU59ASep45JMAA", "review_id": "7sd92hrDqaXNWSJG-llvCw", "text": "There are good greasy spoon restaurants and bad ones. \nThis one isn't good\nSimply:\nStingy portions \nLow quality ingredients: what they call Swiss cheese is white plastic American cheese ... yuk!\nOne visit worth two: first and last", "business_id": "4rySWsfL5enT7t4XuVNJuQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "H04_wADPTjn-5ULBGTN84A", "review_id": "yv3amO1MmDrGjsJeQOQQ9A", "text": "Visited Sophie's for their happy hour menu. It was ok. The location appears to be former residence converted to a restaurant. Small parking lot. Interior decor is retro and very plain. The front patio is surrounded by a hedge under a large pine tree which is a nice place to be seated if the weather is good. If you do sit at the front patio you will hear the traffic along Indian School Road especially during the midweek rush hour. There is definitely better French cuisine in town, but if you want a little French place that is centrally located, Sophie's is decent selection.", "business_id": "PuHucejs4LG3hSXnrwi9-g", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Mb7_MY7qorb3B7TfaPAWAg", "review_id": "D_IzzcgWpzDkcflGEdq7dQ", "text": "Good basic Chinese food. The service here sets the place apart from other restaurants. This place is family run and they go out of their way to make sure you have a good dining experience.", "business_id": "3DMvGD8ZmlMQmhwV66hdSA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "BjWjeAA4EljeQxgmB5vlvA", "review_id": "h7RtgyJrRKBrSX_IoQ_X3Q", "text": "I like the fact the food came out so fast once ordered! & especially during the lunch hour! Staff was friendly & helpful. The & lunch specials were good portions & great price!", "business_id": "69t2S1u7Rf6qM_c14b42xQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tkav0HZR7BE1U3vohwkwpg", "review_id": "0uwh7aS5PUrLlWFkeMt8Dw", "text": "Well, this is indeed a 5-star restaurant in every manner.  5-star Quality, 5-star Service, 5-star ambiance....and, unfortunately 5-star prices.  Everything is A la carte, but the portions are huge.  Don't feel embarrassed about splitting a side - they won't look at you with disapproval.\n\nYou don't always get what you pay for, but at Ruth's - you do.  I would contrast it with Morton's where I had to pay $150 (for two) and had the second worst experience of my life (see Michelangelo's-Tucson for worst).\n\nI've dined in several Ruth's and all three were extremely consistent.  I'd like to tell you what the menu has to offer, but I don't have much of a clue, because...\n\nIT'S ALL ABOUT THAT FILET BABY !!   (med-rare please)\n\nHands down the best filet I've ever had.  They sear those things at extremely high temperatures in what has got to be an entire stick of butter.  Add salt and pepper and that's all she wrote.  You don't really need a knife for it - yep...it's that tender.  Pay attention to your servant regarding plate temps.  These things come to you IMMEDIATELY after being placed on a plate taken from a small furnace.  You WILL get burned if you attempt to touch the plate early on.  Aside from the fun sizzle factor, it keeps that gorgeous hunk of beef warm till the last tasty bite.\n\nI do get the lettuce wedge on the side.  Picture an entire half of a nicely pruned AAAAA head of iceberg lettuce covered in bacon/bleu cheese crumbles.  Cover this in a side of bleu cheese dressing (what else?)...and you'll have the picture.  If it were any crispier, it would shatter.  As opposed to the filet, you will need both knife and fork to cut this; I defy you to find any blemishes in it.\n\nI discovered creme-brulee at a Ruths.  We had some Cabernet left and were feeling like some sugar might be a nice accent.  Geez, I don't think they do much of anything mediocre.  I've never had a finer Creme...and I've been trying hard.\n\nYou will NOT be disappointed at Ruth's - but don't forget your wallet.", "business_id": "iDoigI3605ixHl_qHly3Tg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "Q96IRvil6RNgdLmGKuh81A", "review_id": "0UX5xJ7EsglOoWuEcFqC8g", "text": "I have been to Houston's several times now, but always for lunch. It's always been on my company's or boyfriend's dime. To me, it's more than what I like to pay for a lunch. But the atmosphere is very nice and the servers are among the best in the city. \n\nBut the food is amazing. The prime rib french dip is divine and I get it almost every time. The fries are delicious and I over eat and plan on doing so when I go. \n\nOverall, a beautiful place for a business lunch, date, or place to grab a drink and app before a movie.", "business_id": "zMa6YoEekpABg1HZnnTZdg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 18, "useful": 17, "cool": 12}, "user_id": "C8ZTiwa7qWoPSMIivTeSfw", "review_id": "mf54mN-cm5VPhUqnyEFLNw", "text": "I had a $20 club sandwich at the Ritz Carlton in D.C. \n\nI had a $30 lobster roll at Mary's Fish Camp in Manhattan.\n\nAnd this weekend I had a $19 French Dip in Phoenix.\n\nAll of them worth every penny. The French Dip was pure perfection, served piled high on warm, soft bread which soaked up the horseradish cream and au jus served on the side. And served with some of my favorite fries. Skinny and salty. Much like myself so I've been told.\n\nCritics pan the limited menu. Boo to you. I'm so OVER Cheesecake Factory style menus. They scare me. I will say if they claim to be New American, I don't get that. It's American. Steak house style. \n\nAnd the decor! I could TOTALLY move in and not change a thing! The sandstone. The masculine wood panels and burgundy booths. And I love the photography, specifically the entire wall of swimming pool photos. \n\nHillstone. Good move!", "business_id": "zMa6YoEekpABg1HZnnTZdg", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "4D4UzEOu-QG4-jkyfynhPQ", "review_id": "YZ-_9HJOnhq2kLVX_RUEKA", "text": "I've been to Hillstone several times and I always enjoy each time \nSome of their dishes are absolutely wonderful... \nI somehow always manage to get their sushi and it is always good\nNot the best but definitely good\nThe service is always really great\nIt is a pretty dim restaurant and can be chilly sometimes...\nOn my last visit I wanted to have a drink with my dinner so since I was having sushi, a rainbow roll, so I was thinking a sake bomb.\nMight seem a little odd for the place but I was just feeling it...\nCome to find out, they do not carry sake\nBut they do have Kirin...\nOur server was nice enough to go and check to see if the bar had any sake...\nTurns out, they had one last small bottle of sake...\nI was happy and I would have been happy even if they didn't have the sake but...\nFor the server to go out of his way to check... It made me happy\nGreat service...\nI had my sushi and it was good\nMy sake bomb was wonderful...\nIt was a cool experience...\nA bunch of the servers would walk by and notice my sake bomber and make comments like \n\"Sushi and sake go together, idk why we don't carry it all the time\"\nAnd\n\"\"People ask for sakebombers but we usually don't carry it\"\n\nMaybe something that will get to the owners/managers...\n\nOverall Hillstone is great and the service is always wonderful...", "business_id": "zMa6YoEekpABg1HZnnTZdg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6jJ7TzwdBbaux6C_lU34eg", "review_id": "tjuIV8KyHx6mdeOg2ztIEQ", "text": "Awesome everyday every time! Staff is awesome. Mouthwatering. You can order anything and it's going to be awesome.", "business_id": "zMa6YoEekpABg1HZnnTZdg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "a9b19C2CQefpbcS9JJBa9A", "review_id": "D32vB43HVOxSCQl3kpe-og", "text": "CLOSED!! :( So sad this great little place is closed.", "business_id": "cvb__rYMkj4BMhC3p_FB3Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IwxFKXDokKZdiD5iUdJPgQ", "review_id": "MwLa6jUmf-fxt8jk7B98mg", "text": "We tried Vincent's for Restaurant Week. When you walk in to Vincents there is a bar lobby, since my date hadn't arrived yet, I ordered a yummy lemony gin martini. \nD arrived after about 2 minutes and we were seated at our table. \nWhen our waiter brought our Restaurant Week menu's I already knew what I was ordering since I'd checked out the menu online. I had black bean soup with goat cheese as my first course, Lobster with House Made Basil Pasta as my second course and coconut cream pie with rum raisin ice cream for dessert. My waiter suggested a chardonnay to pair with the lobster so I did that. D ordered shrimp chimichanga for the first course, New York Strip for second course and Chocolate Profiteroles for the third course. The food was delicious. I liked it because I felt since the portions were small I wasn't ruining my weight loss efforts.\n\n it seriously was only about 3 bites in that entire lobster tail and maybe 3 bites in the vegetables and you know what? I was fine with that.\n\n\nI felt the service was impeccable. There was about 3 servers checking us but they never seemed intrusive, they were very intuitive about when we needed something.\n\nMy dessert was delicious and I had it with some yummy coffee.\n\nI didn't think this place was as horrible as the reviews are saying. Maybe my expectations were not very high to begin with.", "business_id": "VpSiOW1PapVmZyyRBK_GBQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xFG4Ca2HHmbxDTkMlmHnjQ", "review_id": "1U0F24xG4ONyqBBfLThp_g", "text": "Amazing croissants as always! I liked the feel of the place. The menu had great options, and I liked that there were many specials as well. We got the cheese ravioli and the shrimp crepes. Both were good! Our favorite was the corn and avocado spread on top of the crepes. The prices were great!", "business_id": "oc0Wl6ktfMLb5VZ2Uz6M2A", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "MPRRpCrzvYA9jbNVEcMDDA", "review_id": "Al1k4PZJWmSl2guuEu3s_Q", "text": "I have been to better vegetarian Chinese restaurants, but the lunch specials that I tried were good (and cheap).  The faux meats suffer from what the squishy sponge like texture that plague many asian vegan places.  The sweet and sour was drowning in sauce, that didn't have enough flavor.  The chow mein though was really good, though being a carb-lover, I think the noodle to veggie ratio needed to be bumped up a lot.  Service was efficient.", "business_id": "_ODHYjCmrb3W9hIGJI1uaA", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Qyu7oUSfFwuWckKRd8Q8cA", "review_id": "1D0xf_qsBKP5b0jAHjJPqw", "text": "I love this place, from the cult, to the eerie 80s decor, to the interesting conversations I overheard...it all just makes me laugh...but the food is good and it's cheap. I mean I don't see myself following Supreme Master Ching Hai anytime soon, but I appreciate a good vegetarian restaurant.", "business_id": "_ODHYjCmrb3W9hIGJI1uaA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ITQ8anChFzFdw058JYydWg", "review_id": "xU69kqcm2Jpff86ORQc8ig", "text": "It's fast food. I get the curry, and it's ok, but most of the other dishes have meat that is fatty and greasy. One awesome thing is that they have small meals. I don't need 2 lbs of food, so I'm glad for a lower priced smaller option.", "business_id": "y-uHaMLLWQydSyWJawLIUw", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EKV9YVBzmKNXaJjRughhMg", "review_id": "DprXIzdAcoHYdHxBv-5hPA", "text": "I'm shocked at the low rating of this establishment. I have hated Panda Express my entire life, until my boyfriend convinced me to try this location. This particular PE is exceptional in dish quality and freshness. I went to the drive-through Panda in Scottsdale...spare yourself the waste of money and disgusting slop you'll get there. The employees at this Panda are constantly cooking and changing out the hot foods. They display the fresh vegetables they use on a daily basis. With the open kitchen, you can see how the food is handled and cooked, and the staff does so with the utmost respect. I cannot emphasize how FRESH this location is. They completely one-eightied my view on Panda Express.", "business_id": "nLpV9fo8xml-QHOKyOje2A", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "4zinPJ38-WxjPPomn7CPAQ", "review_id": "sq6W9NsVaJtGAPnZ6_j3kg", "text": "Probably my favorite of the breakout of \"fresh-mex\" type places.   This place is very similar in layout to a Baja Fresh, except they haven't sold their soul to Wendy's like Baja Fresh did.  \n\nThe quality of food here is really good.   I especially enjoy the carne asade tacos with a little salsa verde on it.   Thinking about it makes me want to go get some right now, except that it's about 930, and they're likely closed.  I never get the guac, but I've been told it's very fresh and very good.", "business_id": "edjCywtqffQ8__vM7POZbw", "stars": 4, "date": "2006-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 4, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "8KmHPVzyBW45_tXX8zU5mA", "review_id": "CXHvzylK7at8mKUnTCUmqQ", "text": "La Salsita is infinitely better than the Filiberto's across the street. The drive-thru takes about twice as much time to get through, but this is because they make FRESH FOOD. Real handmade corn tortillas, flour tortilla, AND chips, fried to order! Plus, their carne asada is ACTUALLY SEASONED! The best thing? CHILAQUILES! I haven't had anything here that I didn't love! I'm going to try the seafood specials someday, but I just haven't worked up the courage to order un-fried seafood through a talking metal box.", "business_id": "hLAWdi804nVfTLF7T0rB1Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zNa_IxR49eFTs_EYLE2ZQw", "review_id": "pha3ry7VLkXt7puAGCwagg", "text": "Maurice is super friendly & makes a GREAT burrito! Thanks Maurice for the great experience!", "business_id": "K2_Hmmo5crTYWiT_1sWnfQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "B-YKNNwFl5toJeUNXBj5QA", "review_id": "gsaObrJEaQHKg2_WJkUMZA", "text": "Great pizza. We've been searching for a reliable standby since we moved to Phoenix. It hit the spot. Better than the others in the neighborhood.", "business_id": "j0Uc-GuOe-x9_N_IK1KPpA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 4, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "4ozupHULqGyO42s3zNUzOQ", "review_id": "HQ-XBrMkYU2_8CS23p_bKw", "text": "In the land of resorts, Royal Palms always brings its A-game no matter what they do, and T Cooks is no exception. T Cooks is intimate, delicious and sophisticated all wrapped into one beautiful picturesque setting. \n\nI've visited T Cooks for lunch and dinner and both are fabulous. Lunch provides a very \"lady who lunches\" feel to it and I enjoy the variety of selections they offer. From small plates to sandwiches, to salads, it's always tasty. I practically squeal for Sunday brunch and when the holiday presents itself to visit for brunch, I can't get enough of the seafood selection, the champagne, the state of the art breakfast cuisine and the other varieties of food imaginable. \n\nMeals at T Cooks are done in an elegant fashion. The environment is very fresh and open and the decor has a hacienda feel to it. Every time I'm there, I close my eyes and imagine this is my home and I am happy that T Cooks let my imagination wonder. \n\nI've eaten at T Cooks for a graduation brunch and I've eaten here for a casual lunch with friends and every time the meal occasion and the experience goes hand in hand. The staff is friendly and attentive and the pricing is much more reasonable than would be expected. \n\nSo in summary, T Cooks is the perfect dining location and if you are looking for a special experience I would keep T Cook at top of mind like I do!", "business_id": "fVgrpVyp-nPLTac9YIjTug", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ck9cr1Hs1rVrY9_3XjYJtg", "review_id": "FLVdQwvrOWP3NGW2dxMTPg", "text": "We were visiting an old friend in Scottsdale who recommended we meet here for dinner. When we arrived we were informed by the valet that the restaurant was closed for remodeling, but that they had set up a temporary location in another space.We weren't sure what to expect, but I'm so glad we decided to stay and give it a try! The location they were using was absolutely charming. Our waiter was so attentive and engaging. The food was beautifully prepared and plated. We each ordered a different entree and they were all excellent. This is definitely a restaurant I would return to.", "business_id": "fVgrpVyp-nPLTac9YIjTug", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KBr7UXlfD-Qrq8dk4o2XMw", "review_id": "mCQ69OZf-nRCWU-hsbcS5g", "text": "Wait this can't be T Cooks who has gone through three or four chefs??. The menu is pretentious. Wait we are in Phoenix. The fish choices were exotic and small for the price. The lamb venison was average and the other fish was average. Had to ask for bread and when that was gone had to ask not offered another. The restaurant setting has always been when Fred first did and subsequent owner if one if the best. Wine was great. Desert seemed average. Time to sit back and ask myself for $100 a meal I should have gone elsewhere. Service was good. Big event on the grass. Must of taxed the kitchen..", "business_id": "fVgrpVyp-nPLTac9YIjTug", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zVj9f_PEzB5IZ4ZzoCTSrQ", "review_id": "wd7C9MfCA-uS9doZofyBRg", "text": "A bagel shop should have bagels....right? At 845 am this week and 800 am last week, out of nearly everything. Again, your a bagel shop. You definitely need some training in inventory/product management. Won't be wasting my time here again. Oh by the way, you only sell bagels, it shouldn't be that complicated.", "business_id": "5Js9G0axfWhbYlB9UgXLww", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KF8KKcVH2Wy-JgdeGmcqwA", "review_id": "81dWuS0TYYnWq6ySxmDh0w", "text": "I have been going to Sacks for 10 years.  I typically go at least once per week.  The quality of the food has gone down hill in the past year and the customer service is marginal at best.  I really want to give 4+ stars, but recently I have encountered too many negative experiences.  I truly hope they turn around the quality of the food and their customer experience.", "business_id": "S8R5c7-plWe3NtmijYAJvg", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 5, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "GUrPmYze-oF6NFDJusiSNw", "review_id": "wqAGQPkOPR4rGqbKOdv07g", "text": "When I was here last week, one of the other folks at the table asked me if there were lots of places like this in Ann Arbor, where I live.  Sadly, I had to answer no.  There's nothing quite like this in Ann Arbor, which is too bad. There are some great places here, and even a couple of nice places to sip wine, but the feel of Postino is totally different.\n\nThe warm weather enables the front of the cafe to be pretty much totally open (nice garage doors), and though that's not something that would work too well in Michigan in the winter, I have a feeling the the wine selection and food quality offered by Postino would go over famously here in Ann Arbor and elsewhere.  I'm not into big chains, but maybe they'd consider a satellite location?\n\nThe bruschetta is a dream -- perfect to share with a group. I especially enjoyed the roasted pepper with goat cheese; brie, apple and fig spread; and the wonderfully salty roasted artichoke heart versions.\n\nAnd of course, I enjoyed the wine.  In warm weather, I'm a white wine kind of gal, so I sipped a nice glass of Pinot Grigio. I was totally charmed by both the food and the company. Oh, and extra charm points for playing some Otis Redding. The service was just fine -- attentive without being intrusive. If they can't open a Michigan location, then I guess I'll just have to come back the next time I'm around Phoenix.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "V6rhoTCw7S6H8eHwv2M6Vg", "review_id": "iYcBNbxMqWM70h8ruaeXxw", "text": "OK. I realize that I look like a huge softy with the stars but I really do love postinos. My world revolves around their bruschetta. I mean, ricotta with dates and pistachios (!) Most amazing thing ever. The apple, brie, and fig spread is pretty spectacular as well, not that I've found one I don't like. The wine, sangria, and prices are all good. The only thing that tends to be lacking is the service, but only in speed. I'd say they need a few extra hands but that would just add more bodies to an already packed house ( I have never seen this place slow) so I'm perfectly content sitting back and waiting. Give yourself some time if you plan to visit, just sit back and relax, when your server does get there they will be friendly, the wine will be good, and the bruschetta will be delicious.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vwkbXfn1j6yDGcv9VgePaw", "review_id": "6u_lWyiY96c80Nf5qj8siA", "text": "I actually crave the Procuitto, fig and mascapone bruchetta. This is a must try!", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bkqcHALQmLie8p8bEAiA5g", "review_id": "E3hUkTviOcg06-GRxXGD-w", "text": "Favorite wine bar by far! More for the food of course. Bruchetta....is the best you will ever find. It's more of a french bread with toppings. Not super crunchy...a tad chewy. The prosciutto, cheese and fig is my favorite. This is a wonderful date spot and is perfectly lit for a romantic evening. Maybe a tad loud and the wait may be long, but worth it!!! Check this place out. There is one being built on Gilbert Rd in Old Town Gilbert so no more long drives to my favorite spot!!!", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5gmnzvjYprzK21Q5awYF_Q", "review_id": "I_yzC24tCp3-Eab91Fkkmg", "text": "Love this place! The only thing that can be improve is for them to accept reservations for parties less than 6. There is a $3 valet which makes it easier. It has a wonderful ambiance and it felt comfortable, fun, and trendy. I ordered the Bellini and it was delicious. I personally dont think they have a wide selection of drinks. The bruschetta is amazing though. I absolutely loved it. The portions are great and make you full. I loved the olives they brought out too. The music was not too loud so you would have to scream to be heard. Overall, wonderful experience! I am definitely going back. This time I want to try their brunch on Sundays.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ohqcbH-8ZGut8VZMNx-ZmA", "review_id": "xHlCQ5I6x9bX9QJdap5WCQ", "text": "I LOVE Postino! Best bruschetta ever, and their chicken salad is amazing! I don't think I've ever had anything here I didn't like. Friendly, knowledgeable staff and a great atmosphere for a variety of occasions!", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "joLTvLmaIYW1z1MIAen2Gw", "review_id": "WUIi5sQ5AT4lAaDxf2bD1w", "text": "Excellent food and friendly service.  Excellent value and great atmosphere.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "WvTeukR8oFpViG-Jl8sPBw", "review_id": "6I9sLO5yFGm6lBhUCivVuw", "text": "Set up: girl that is almost always hungry or ready for her next meal + late flight into Phoenix the night before (thereby missing dinner) = ravenous girl @ Postino\n\nSummer Delight (SD) and I were seated at a pretty perfect table, in the corner, next to the window. Which definitely came in handy in terms of hiding our slight shame when the onslaught of food and booze arrived at our tiny little table for 2!\n\nIn true fattiness, we ordered enough food to feed a family of 5! And of course with their happy hour offerings for wine and beer it was too awesome to pass up on! \n\n1. Selection of 4 Bruschetta's: pretty good variety of options, ingredients were fresh, generously portioned and flavor combinations worked. My only problem was the bread to goods ratio. Even though I am a thorough carbivore, it was a bit too much bread for my pref and I tend to like less dense bread for my bruschetta. Nonetheless a great deal for $14!\n\n2. Autostrada Panini - I am not one to pass up on any meat, on meat, on meat, on meat action (yes, 4 types of salty cured pig parts...especially in regards to the Soppressata, LOL!)! And the spicy pepper relish was a nice added zing to bring together all that goodness. LOL!!\n\n3. Bella Postino (warm artichoke dip and white bean hummus with assorted MJ breads) - Probably...no...definitely could have done without this given the amount of food we already ordered but still a good staple to order if you're here with more than 2 people! Haha!\n\nAnd then on to the best part! They have a great happy hour where their wine by the glass and PITCHERS of beer are just $5!! Loved that there were so many options! You seldom see that here in San Francisco. So it was quite glorious! There was definitely some remorse that I stuffed myself so much I didn't have more capacity to fully take advantage of it! \n\nSD also introduced me to a locally produced beer, I believe it was the HopShock? Pretty freaking delicious!\n\nGood food/booze and wonderful company certainly made this a very memorable meal! If I ever find myself in AZ again I will definitely revisit this place. Especially now that I have learned from my mistake of not properly allocating my stomach capacity for happy houring here! ^____^\n\n\"I am not a glutton, I am an explorer of food\" ~ Erma Bombeck", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "U0FGGImk_WXy4WBj2w3BMQ", "review_id": "w0VenWe-_PgjlcWmdfxziQ", "text": "This place is perfect the FIRST DATE SPOT, as well as being a major fan of burchetta.  I was originally a fan of it the crispy bread appetizer...but the first time i came here...I had the tomato jam...and it literally CHANGED MY LIFE!!  I am sure there are about a thousand people have reviewed this place, but one more won't hurt.  Great spot...and the best time to go is a Tuesday, just because of the deals, and be prepared to wait.  Typically a 45min wait.  THAT in it self should tell you something about the food and atmosphere of the place.  Oh..and the staff....SOLID 10!!!", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "AToXVZgNkNoEhcgTemgjew", "review_id": "B9M8RKLkB2BlMAwz1pWaSw", "text": "My first dinner in Phoenix turned out to be a very good one thanks to Postino Arcadia. \n\nIt's classy yet casual, good for dinner (if you're more of a snack person) and relaxed despite the more dressy ambience. \n\nEach bruschetta used what tasted like locally sourced seasonal vegetables. I especially loved the Burrata, Bacon, Arugula & Tomatoes bruschetta (of course, you can never go wrong with BURRATA!). \n\nThe waiter also made an excellent recommendation for beer (dark beer lover speaking). I forget the name but ask for the darkest beer and you won't be disappointed. \n\nOverall, a refreshing first time dining experience in Phoenix!", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 5, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "73P-HofofnJCRtBrQAlhDg", "review_id": "0v1E7srSW6GfxEzHL4mtjA", "text": "Oh ya, can I get amen,  Their bruschetta is to die for and combined with their 5 dollar wine specials.  Then you have to try their sunday with the corn nuts and chocolate covered pretzels.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "60HMB2vAmAG0ummNXukyCw", "review_id": "rI9SQLaL03ctZGspiGIYBg", "text": "Perfect spot for a date or a girls night out! Different wines to choose from and the bartender is great at helping you find something you'll like. Definitely need to order the bruschetta, you get to pick 4 and all of them are amazing so you can't go wrong. The prosciutto and brie panini is absolutely delicious with the fig spread and my favorite salad is the Hannah's field. The service is amazing and everyone is friendly.", "business_id": "SDwYQ6eSu1htn8vHWv128g", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "a5kDCrf8lvX19EHrqPmAog", "review_id": "R8fOMAQdLw18TYbt48t0Aw", "text": "\"Its like im on vacation! \"said Nathan as we were waiting to get our food. \"It is... I could use the sounds of the ocean though\" then Nathan replies with, \"im just replacing the traffic sounds with ocean sounds\" Good stuff man! \n\nNice outdoor seating and lighting, also the heatlamp was effing awesome! it really does have the remote feel, I felt like I was far far away... instead I was only a block from my place. \n\nThe food... holy good god... this shit is awesome. I got some chicken dish with a great orangish, spicy-ish sauce which was unreal. I cant wait to try a few other items on the menu. \n\nThe service was nothing to write home about, but who gives a shit with this type of food and atmosphere.", "business_id": "yJr24Yy1K6bt2G9fX3_zPA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TvehcDYA85JJYCbM3sDdLA", "review_id": "NZIvIiKXJFNZ9kBBJPzeRA", "text": "Pros:  The food is really delicious.  I had their Ropa Vieja and DH had their Chicken Cubano.  Both dishes were terrific.  The black beans alone are worth the trip.\n\nCons: the ambiance.  The exterior is inviting with the Spanish styled roof, but there is a funky aroma when you enter.  Seems to need deep cleaning in the carpet, bathroom, or maybe a fresh coat of paint.  I agree with others who complain about paying $20 + for an entree and sitting on plastic chairs.  Place is dying for some help in the interior.\n\nI probably wouldn't take a date here.", "business_id": "yJr24Yy1K6bt2G9fX3_zPA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 4, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "sALB8-F04S9VcZMF_GkGUA", "review_id": "HWZQyLYJ7Gfpi5K2aJ5c5Q", "text": "So my good friend, the pilot calls and says, \"Kimberly, can your yuppy ass hang at a dive bar?\" and Im like, \" Bring all the dive you got baby...\", of course, hes about as preppie as they come... and we end up at JT's... OSU banners adorn the place... its long and narrow.. and we got the once or twice over as we walked in... the bar tender, Rebecca was sweet and informative... The place is simple... and cheap... and packed... The wings seemed to be the thing... and Im wishing I had a taste for them... just never have been a fan. But they looked good... My friend had a burger... it was piled high with mushrooms.. I had a grilled chicken sandwiche...basic, but I needed food if I was drinking with a pilot, after all... 2 Guiness, 4 Harp, 2 shots and 2 burgers... and the bill was about $45, thats a pretty good thing...", "business_id": "qz4ZOcv-840UjfCEYI4qZg", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "eZxMkYDshK7ihGJCY6JGCg", "review_id": "otYM-hOcuUYp4cq2FfC6kA", "text": "I've had wings in a lot of places, but JT's is by far the best!  With football season (thank goodness!) and the Cubs in the playoffs, I may just move in!  My wife even enjoys the place, since she says the ladies room (is cleaner and nicer than most restaurants).  It's a neighborhood bar, owned by neighborhood guys, and run by neighborhood people who are really cool (unless you're a %$*&).  Stop in, ride your bike over or take Uber, you may stay longer than you think!", "business_id": "qz4ZOcv-840UjfCEYI4qZg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ln0CWjbb-RuuqIAnEjMQZg", "review_id": "OsEWbKYosJ_xX9f0kykT6g", "text": "My mom and I recently started on a quest for the best po po platter in Phoenix. So naturally we ended up here. With the amazing reviews and extremely high prices I was ready to be impressed. I was not. In fact, this was what my mom called \"the worst American Chinese food I've had in my life\". The food was bland and greasy, to the point where we felt so bad that we took the majority of our overpriced entrees to our house just to throw it out. The po po platter (which they called a Bo Bo platter?) was dry and the plum sauce accompanying it was watery. My sweet and sour chicken, was tough and cold. The meat, not covered in what would be a sweet red sauce, was snow White. My mothers 'Desert Jade Shrimp' was, as she said, \"only covered in butter\". The only two good things in this restaurant  was the Mai Tais and the service. I was appalled by this meal. It was not worth the trip.", "business_id": "m9Wqqma30o-hH2fAX7dnug", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0hzKZOkHoGD1lTqgL-8NLQ", "review_id": "bNPgdq3u6HYQs9B5FNj7PA", "text": "I LOVE their shrimp ceviche! Sometimes it tastes different though depending on the cook. I always get the one with the octopus. Their salsa is on point and their drinks are refreshing. Love the little grupos that play in here too. At least at this Mariscos you don't get frisked. That's a plus!", "business_id": "7SoGPn8dvce7A1aHdBOGLA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0zmdxts7rIevQjLgol8LbQ", "review_id": "okCvq_5pRIIugj8wwtzLFA", "text": "Stopped in during happy hour for a light bite and a drink. Sat at the bar and ordered a glass of their house Cab. With one other person at the bar, you'd think the service would be reasonable. The only other time I saw the bartender was when my glass was empty. I ordered another thinking she'd offer me a menu at least...never happened!! So I paid requested my bill and went somewhere else to eat. Btw, my bill for 2 glasses of \"house\" wine during happy hour was more than $15!!! Other servers appeared to be much more customer-focused.", "business_id": "To5CjntVFawXM_hpAhvVdQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XOST6fNtPAUg_0JJo5ai6w", "review_id": "EqdoIEx-xf4bcygn6pTxxA", "text": "for breakfast and brunch is amazing this place... breakfast in delicious and in a great ambient to enjoy with ur family, friends on ur own..... i know breakfast is breakfast .... but this place make it taste so much better with the combinations they make and they still afford to make it healthy... yummy .... now that the weather is getting so nice we sit out side and the view to camelback mountains while u have eat is so nice,,,, thats what i call a great time in phoenix az.", "business_id": "UxvOXcoCRFRAVhRB0D9imw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "R4egSraA1XhP4ZMAk2hizg", "review_id": "oeVdXgug9uXjK5hWFnnTnw", "text": "Great food in a very homey location. Set up as a cute local family style place, we tested it with my well behaved 3year old grandson. Most of the other diners were our age and enjoyed the young enthusiastic Italian eater. The staff went out of their way to show him a good time. \nAs for the food, excellent homemade pasta with a very delicious sauce. Meatballs were light and tasty, ravioli were homemade ade delicious. I had the veal parm which was great. \nIf you are in town for a meeting, give it a try", "business_id": "MPziC5MO2QQiYVAMM3fdSw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "R9n2K6acBRqMjLVCUxgfOw", "review_id": "aNFReciPCpOIxSnd2Xa7Vg", "text": "Other than Ted's Hot Dogs in Tempe, not many foods have transferred well from the East to AZ , but this one has. This hole in wall has captured the greasy but delicious tastes that elude most places down here. \nThe place was packed on a Saturday at 4:30 so you know they're good. \n\nI got the Italian beef which was tender and piled high on a hoagy roll with peppers and onions. Yum!\nAnd my wife got a dozen wings. Half BBQ, half medium. They were flavored as wings should be.. spicy sweet BBQ, Franks hot sauce and butter for the mediums... and were really big. No bleu cheese dressing for dipping though. Only Ranch.\n\nPrices are cheap. \nService is painfully slow. \nThey need a bigger parking lot.", "business_id": "iNvY0zAlaD_ye7Z6rHu-Ug", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "32nOoYH8paK_Bbvl2VjaHg", "review_id": "PjnI-_xNbeNOCknT-zcekg", "text": "One word...SLIDERS!!!!!!! Absolutely the best. You can't just have one!", "business_id": "iNvY0zAlaD_ye7Z6rHu-Ug", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qLCpuCWCyPb4G2vN-WZz-Q", "review_id": "rBNY_1-TKoxjozE6BB07XQ", "text": "I'm a fan of the joint - but like my friend quoted on her review, I'm disappointed in the amount of vegetables you receive in your meal. The green curry was AWESOME - but it only came with bamboo shoots and green beans. Next time I'm going to ask for extra veggies and see what happens, but even if it's just extra green beans, I'm happy with their curry. My date had their pad thai and it looked great. Yes, there are better thai food places out there (Wild Thaiger has impressive plating and food with lots of veggies), but this one is pretty close to me, and easy to get take out.", "business_id": "wct7rZKyZqZftzmAU-vhWQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "qKqvVFP6PmxlS7-u0xjs3g", "review_id": "6Tr691uVlmUDFOCf29D1Uw", "text": "Stopped in here on a whim as I was passing by and hungry, plus I love Thai food.\n\nService was prompted and they seem to have quite a few regular customers. I have a yellow curry dish with was flavorful and had just enough spice prepared medium that I have a nice sweat going. They lunch special was very reasonable and filling.\n\nI would stop by again if I'm in the area and have a Thai craving.", "business_id": "wct7rZKyZqZftzmAU-vhWQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "c_wwf6CBduaVpt750ScDlA", "review_id": "TJ146s3-yZSdH4fJTXgw6w", "text": "I like the OBR. Great breakfast that wont set you back. The restrooms are clean, and the wait staff are always attentive. I have only visited during breakfast hours, so I don't know about the bar experience.", "business_id": "RIeWXLMHZQlYprYt1x2f1w", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wqwHih7XF1BPSdFyK1U-fw", "review_id": "fTyLDk5YVw_fOiUnCHZ9KQ", "text": "Went here for the first time... Kinda like a Mongolian grill set up.. Didn't really expect that. I thought it was a nicer sit down restaurant. \n\nWhen you enter there is a huge lit up menu to the right that tells you how to order.\n Then you go up to the register and tell them your order. \n1. Pick your protein\n2. Pick your sauce or if you want noodles\n3. I dont remember... Was it extras?\n\nI ordered beef with brown rice half size in the Mongolian sauce. The half size was a pretty good amount of rice but not really a lot of meat. The meat I did have was yummy tho. I also ordered 4 piece spicy tuna roll.. Not very good: hard rice and def not spicy.\n\nService was great! \n\nProbably would come back here and try the other sauces.  Not too bad!", "business_id": "9Vu9KhK2-kBSM-FXvxXGNg", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "j23XAu6nNQ4SNf0OP_oKzw", "review_id": "M-nladVKsV9Ec-WFq4UPbg", "text": "I ordered (for delivery) the honey ribs, crab puffs and mixed fried rice. What a disappointing experience. The order was submitted at 5:52pm and it arrived -cold- at 7:06. The ribs where as \"hard\" to bite into as a piece of wood. The crab puffs appeared stale and tasteless. The only passable item in the order was the rice. The driver, Timmy is a VERY incompetent employee who doesn't know how to deal with a disgruntled customer and was extremely foul mouthed.  I spent over 30 dollars in this order and it was a complete waste. I will NEVER order from this place again and will take every opportunity to discourage my friends, coworkers and clients against doing so as well.", "business_id": "BicQSnGZnY_yuGEDkhVfnA", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Sjp6EYsqzdlTvymER6wBfg", "review_id": "OHlxoGTWQvBgqHr2zGseFQ", "text": "Went here on the basis of the reviews on this site for our anniversary (thanks Gabi).  It was a perfect choice.  From the reservation process, through the parking, to the live band playing just outside, the beginning of the evening was perfect.  Once inside the ambience was excellent.  Their was an intimacy to the venue which was, for fear of being redundent, excellent.  The hosts were friendly and attentive, and our server, Scott, was wonderful.  And the food.  Wow.  We actually ordered two of the specials, and they were amazing... my wife had a pasta dish in a lobster sauce which was perfect... thought she was going to lick her plate at the end.  I had the ground steak gnocchi, which was cooked to perfection.  Both were simply delicious.  They had a very nice wine selection (we had the prosecco), and the espresso which topped the evening off was again, perfect.  This is definitely on my short list of the best restaurants in Phoenix.", "business_id": "MLVKDbuI2xaOJQ4-NZj2MQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gIw9Kwz3HhI9pHLPIqo71Q", "review_id": "qzl89Vhs_ZOJvUgy7V3eMg", "text": "Great food.  Top 1 or 2 restaurants in az for Italian. Atmosphere is fun, decent wine list.  I make it here once a month.", "business_id": "MLVKDbuI2xaOJQ4-NZj2MQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QSQeU6bDea42m6yH_pOQ8A", "review_id": "jAPzHwz0nel0Vhz7M4RLDg", "text": "The food was alright, but the service at the bar was great.  The people who worked there were friendly as well as the patrons.  Small bar, but it seemed to be a place where some of the locals used as a place to hang out and catch up with one another.", "business_id": "hqVbmZNLTdR2y7G7oJu9vg", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pPeiXsUOWyFgw7e4cqE3Vw", "review_id": "bzG4cY8cxl9fZPS7xuTxlg", "text": "My local favorite. I live right across the street from this place and I go at least once a week. Great customer service and the best mussels in town.", "business_id": "hqVbmZNLTdR2y7G7oJu9vg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "y1pcDeo5NWpYOjGdAvr05g", "review_id": "VEPIGtptWxYlPcFhjg6U4Q", "text": "Hit or miss. You have to be there at lunch or dinner rush to get fresh food that hasn't sat and dried out all day. They will usually make fresh food for you if you ask and are wiling to wait, so that's a plus. The fact that you HAVE to ask is NOT a plus, because they do not have a problem giving you a dried out nasty scoop of yuck if that's all that's in the pan. \n\nAll of the negative reviews do not surprise me. I once found a piece of broken glass in my Beijing Beef, about the size of a grain of rice. Nearly ate it but felt it at the last second. \n\nThat being said, it's a long steam table in a cruddy shopping plaza.  I'm not expecting gourmet food here. I am usually happy with what I get, especially if I get them when stuff is fresh. It is what it is.", "business_id": "wLZ--5d4lXImxrG7VhdTyA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8EnQxVnEKsKqyF7sReRbmg", "review_id": "J5yj3HZ2fx_TIK3lYYeHWg", "text": "Stopped here for lunch today and had the turkey sandwich with the humus ..... DELISH !! My friend had the Greek Salad with chicken - he said it was WONDERFUL. Nice sandwich shop that's clean and has good food !!! Recommended :-)", "business_id": "3rJE7qliy8_ylKhY5FdlIw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TJRBA15ziLkf5chQrCrzHA", "review_id": "09W8maYlywMvcUReph8ttQ", "text": "I don't get to eat here as often as I once did, however this is still my go too place when I want some good Mexican food in a great atmosphere", "business_id": "ieYiA4L5gk7S3kZYK0l_dg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "yexVL0RzRYAgnIzgCRrKTw", "review_id": "kFihZ5wPopwAdB3Gz-3PNQ", "text": "My family and I have been coming to Spinato's for 13 years and obviously we love it. We order one of their pizzas at least once a week, but our favorite is Mama's Spinach Special...gotta luv the garlic for this one.", "business_id": "YldXB1hRpnE1CWLF3mvgpQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8B1Vek6nKlIFwU4JaAhm9w", "review_id": "MK5sxloY4-MnLUhgonXxeQ", "text": "I love Spinato's pizza.  I usually get a gluten free Get Meaty.  The gluten free crust is better than any I've had.  Their regular crust is, of course, delicious as we'll, but I have come to enjoy the gluten free crust even better than the regular.  My family loves to go to Spinato's.", "business_id": "YldXB1hRpnE1CWLF3mvgpQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RqsbRb8-LfrBLi25BDFvYg", "review_id": "3iEAPHnMQbSHlxQZx-oUXA", "text": "Good food, good atmosphere, friendly staff.\n\nPatio is dog friendly, they even brought out water for our 130 pound rottie, he loved it! Great place to take the kids, they love the free chocolate fountain.\n\nChips and salsa are fabulous!", "business_id": "G9LwkTSdKOyOGqd5BbuIkA", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "sHi82eZ6Dl62lSZ9ZaWcTg", "review_id": "PjxECHKkQ7OGqjZRx5BzyA", "text": "Great atmosphere and outdoor area.    Bocci ball court is awesome. If you don't know how to play somebody will help you. When we were there one of the refs was giving us lessons. I was able to find to my skills and become a world champion bocci ball player in just one hour and five margaritas. It was simply amazing.  If only the sport was in the Olympics.  However this does not offset the fact that (in my opinion) the food is not great. Even the chips are bad. How can you have a Mexican restaurant with bad chips?", "business_id": "G9LwkTSdKOyOGqd5BbuIkA", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JJmbvzg58qLLQL2E-mK9Qg", "review_id": "jkZMgFnW3NCLBJIw_MBDqg", "text": "Best Mexican food in a very long time.  In fact, best meal out of any kind in a very long time.  Had the Polo Fundito and it was amazing.  Just the right amount of spicy! Our server was Andy and he was great.  He was very attentive.  Made a great meal even better.", "business_id": "G9LwkTSdKOyOGqd5BbuIkA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kmLjttqFkbvwaxQ51PyFRA", "review_id": "7EHOPcF-gXv9CHhNtKDEmA", "text": "Not impressed.  Not horrible.  Service was fine.  Had a latte but really it just tasted like milk.", "business_id": "4eFIVmbeCvJGCrhzmd-VYA", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "CHeyWBI3c9k9Sy-hXSCzIw", "review_id": "ctsZ4dOuWIzBi0Q_o7gIsQ", "text": "The wife and I haven't been in since football season last year.  Came in tonight for Monday night football, the place was empty.  Didn't take long to figure out why.  No Monday night happy hour.  No happy hour any day of the week.  .60 cent wings is not gonna keep us coming back.  We will come back if they bring happy hour back.  Great place to go, but not worth the cost when there are so many other sports bars that want our business.", "business_id": "rwT9wCyXNATA36yqcb4JSg", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dqmXlUQyDh6d5U2_Zjb-Iw", "review_id": "LCYJbYhZ0gH4nKeOM3fTEg", "text": "We went for breakfast and elected to order their buffet breakfast.  This includes fresh fruits . Yogurts . Donuts pastries oatmeal  eggs sausage and bacon . They also include made to order omlet . Their is also a large selection of fruit juices . The selection is always fresh and the waitress were very attentive", "business_id": "Y3a3RkR97J_ReiKgiMXeJg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RxFTMt43lI1LeaZ81E3hdw", "review_id": "P1PCgc1oO41Rv7jcE8aT4Q", "text": "We had our 9 year anniversary dinner at Different Pointe of View, and it was one of the best we've had.  We sat on the patio and had one of the best views in the valley.  Luis was our waiter, and a true professional he was.  Sometime you have an experience that you know will be burned in your memory for a long time... this was one of them.  Thank you Luis and DPOV for making our anniversary such a great one.", "business_id": "3Zsjlum5kl5N5KV712aTMQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "B9ivbj_b_saRlqGWlKSH1w", "review_id": "6VNfzDIsf4gRBLGMC5NY9w", "text": "This place was amazing and i say again amazing, from the valet service to taking the elevator to the 4th level. the food was real good, i recommend the monkish with the artchioke really good. Gentleman this is a panty dropper you take a woman here, its a done deal if you know what i mean, but overall nice romantic setting with an awesome view!!!", "business_id": "3Zsjlum5kl5N5KV712aTMQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "PFHNFqKOFmy4bW_PAedOzg", "review_id": "qdKY-EEOWVStiYU0VSwMzA", "text": "When I was in town and wanted to treat a friend to a Mexican dinner (a cheap dinner as I'm not currently flush with cash), my mom suggested El Bravo.  She knows me well - I like clean tasty Mexican dives and this was perfect. Note that when I say dive, I still want to eat on a real plate and sit at a booth with a modicum of cushioning. \n\nWhen you walk into El Bravo, don't be fooled by the window you see and the line of people standing there. (I was - until a nice woman standing in line told me there's table service.) Those people like the place so much they're picking up tortillas and meals to go. \n\nThe food was tasty and cheap. A winning combination in my book! The chips were thin and crispy with just the right amount of salt.  The salsa was chunky and fresh-tasting.  They're definitely not opening up jars of Pace in the back.  We both ordered the chili relleno dinners.  My friend loved the rice.  I thought it was fine but he really liked it.  So you might really like it too.  The beans were creamy with the requisite melted cheese on top.  I like my chili rellenos a bit plumper with more egg coating but the benefit of the size of these rellenos is you could finish your whole meal and not feel like a total pig.  \n\nWhen you pay, you look directly into the kitchen and they run a clean, tight ship there.  \n\nAll in all, a great place to grab two dinners with chips/salsa and one soda for $25 and change.  ($21 something for dinner plus $4 tip)", "business_id": "flUKBy7WHqYdfOrwU1A2SA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Xy4LCz9R7rLJZZ4uiMrCgA", "review_id": "jIQqFCo9Y21NL8Ly5nAB3w", "text": "I've been coming here since I was a little kid and it's still the same. There is no need for a long review for this place, only a few words necessary-HANDS DOWN THE BEST (yes, the BEST) MEXICAN FOOD IN PHOENIX!!", "business_id": "flUKBy7WHqYdfOrwU1A2SA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "M1JCxPUKplK8j09AIiLcfg", "review_id": "-G5twIgAcwbweAqKe_HnLg", "text": "Thanks to Gallagher's I now have a gambling problem!  Perfect place to watch any game that might be on, bet on the ponies, or both!  Great happy hour specials and there is honestly no place better to be on a Sunday afternoon.", "business_id": "F-ykHfGY9lWr12OJ_Ofy7A", "stars": 5, "date": "2006-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QBQlErZajdIyXX84dvFUnQ", "review_id": "hnu4qXbp56If4gE0nECW5A", "text": "Not great but I ate it. I think everything just lacked flavor. Americanized Chinese food for sure, and I'm fine with that but everything needed salt or something, weak in flavor. I tried it but wont be back. I wanted to like  it cause I live close by.", "business_id": "F3SEkW6v2LJ5y6Ldo5pPaw", "stars": 2, "date": "2010-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 3, "useful": 4, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "MLaaZKZiNkLqeBOH5y98GA", "review_id": "e4jNDf7Ssg9HWXLrhgFSfA", "text": "We enjoyed everything we had for dinner. Started with the Wor Won Ton soup which was full of large shrimp, chicken and vegetables as well as the won tons. Perfect for the chilly night. Then we shared beef fried rice and the honey walnut prawns. Both were delicious.  Huge prawns. The only complaint is most places serve the prawn dish with some sort of steamed vegetable; usually broccoli. \nService is friendly and portions are generous.  Parking lot can be difficult to get in and out of during rush hour.   Glad they do not cook with MSG so worth the drive.", "business_id": "F3SEkW6v2LJ5y6Ldo5pPaw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LEp2KBNPgPDgDSR6o5i6TQ", "review_id": "Rt__aQzncml8GRACflZBNw", "text": "A local eatery recommended by a neighboring business. I tried to order two slices to go and was told all slices are made to order; no ready made pizzas;  please choose from the menu. Hmm. Waited approximately 8 minutes and boy was it worth it!  Fresh delicious ingredients, crispy oven fresh. Bustling (it was noon rush) but very friendly staff. We will order again, probably for delivery next time. Competitive prices. Definitely an superior alternative to the traditional franchises.", "business_id": "kxDGexkbP30fBvxVI0CzFQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VlpwSHJnXruY2nWJMcvg7A", "review_id": "f_gcRoQ6wMcmT3l7NqIgEg", "text": "Happy to have found great Chinese Delivery from Bamboo China. Tried and really enjoyed Mongolian Lamb, Eggplant and garlic, Mu Shu Pork and the Mandarin Scallops! Fast and HOT delivery too. :) Now my first call...", "business_id": "PkBqPU83bf1zArumGVHqcw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RNoMJJwCVz8AAR-usCvYUg", "review_id": "grdfZ5UATyKiOqczZTW5RQ", "text": "We ordered takeout from Flamingo Palace last night and it wasn't very good. The Broccoli Beef smelled funny to me so I didn't try it. The Sesame Chicken was ok, but didn't stand out. Neither did the General Tso Chicken. Both fried chicken dishes were extremely soggy, but I guess that's expected for most takeout. White rice was a tad bit hard. Egg rolls were good though. It makes me a little sad to say that Panda Express has the best Chinese food in the immediate area. I wish Shangri-La would open a location on this side of town.", "business_id": "aozcOaCMwOHG8s-lbZ6_gA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "5SrxrLxNJ3S83NgzgiTs1g", "review_id": "vxZaBdPJfjbXWBC1TnXnag", "text": "Went to Wendy's on 7th St. and Greenway for breakfast with my wife. They opened at 7. We were there when the doors were open. Two gentleman were ahead of us. The restaurant had approx 8 employees.we stood for five minutes, the employees totally ignored us, one of the men left. The other asked if someone could help him, a employee looked at him, didn't say a thing, turned her back and walked away! The shift Manager looked at as and said,\" we'll be with you in a minute\" Five more minutes went by and all the employees, and the shift manager still ignored us! We left! I eat at Wendy's all over the valley and generally the service is fast. Not at this location. The owners just went through a complete rebuild of the location and it looks great, but the service before the rebuild was horrible and that didn't seem to change, in fact it was the worse service I've ever had anywhere. If you are the owners of this location please do something about your poor attitudes of your employees and your management staff. Attitude is everything and it starts at the top.", "business_id": "En2GuQV7FoOGHhXX5SMEBg", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-09-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6NacLxOp02Qg8LWaw9n9gA", "review_id": "8XdUuEOpASC52_ZmStGTOA", "text": "Ignore any negative reviews of this place, best pizza in town. Ill be the first to admit I'm a snob about pizza, probably since the majority of my family is from new york, but I drive 25 minutes to come eat here. You won't be disappointed.", "business_id": "V3lQtk1LgwAEcF9j-BzchA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Z-XRnwJxPFqZmW14lHjy6A", "review_id": "ruAPQ5Q5m20guUhQ08pG4A", "text": "We were in the area, and search yelp for a place to get a slice of pizza, when I check in they had an offer for a free slice which was cool, because when I should him he was more than happy to accept the deal.  (as some places I have gone to try and say its not valid any more or something like that).\n\nBy far some of the best NYC style pizza I have had. the crust was cooked just right, perfect balance of cheese and sauce, that burst with flavor.\n\nnext time on this side of Phoenix will stop in again for sure.", "business_id": "V3lQtk1LgwAEcF9j-BzchA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "e8hrUDFVfwGGa4ApM_gz0w", "review_id": "ivLODwZ0f8b7Ko8btGtvfw", "text": "Could of gave a 1 star but that that wouldn't be fair because I didn't eat the food. The menu was very small and over priced. I went a Friday night and the restaurant was half dark on one side and half lite on one. He sat my girl and I next to two other tables with people. One a table of 5..your going to crowd all the guests together and dim the other half for your convenience? It felt a little uncomfortable so I dipped my head in the menu to see if that's put a smile on my face. Unfortunately the menu was horrible and overpriced so we both got up and walked out. \n\nWas excited to try this place giving the fact I'm from California and a bistro type of place would be awesome. More like a guido fest ran restaurant that should be called Tony's Titanic, because this place was a shipwreck.", "business_id": "kF8JDYpLnbf8AZS9gpHXJg", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "wttePGxhTumTTUinL5tlTg", "review_id": "NmgnxbtlAdffRFD9AIbMsg", "text": "Baja and anything ending in \"Berto's\" are about the same, except Baja is more expensive, with a much smaller menu and probably a bit healthier and definitely fresher.\n\nFish tacos rock it, so does the carne asada and the Baja salsa looks like coffee grounds or lava but it tastes amazing with a totopo de maiz.", "business_id": "3msnZ6oe0sslHsE1js1QUA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YJi-6seHWHBXui8bi6TjlQ", "review_id": "m_7xh2ClNZ66k_bfZKVX_Q", "text": "I waited at the front for about 10 minutes before someone finally noticed me. Our service was very attentive.. almost too attentive. They kept interrupting me and my boyfriend to consistently refill our already full waters. We had probably 3 different servers that night and although it was 10pm, they were very off task. I could hear them cussing and messing around in the back. My skillet cookie wasn't very good either :(", "business_id": "_BU867oRCLZnDIRmg7S6Wg", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LL5VZd-Hy3BQrLUypv6fNw", "review_id": "I3GnyFU0KSNivnTXCOiNgQ", "text": "Good food great service and atmosphere!  We stopped in for a quick Drink and really dug it.  Super comfortable friendly employees, drinks are priced right.  HD tv everywhere and just cozy sit down place to hang out and relax.  Go now.", "business_id": "kvxrjOmicwb2njvXOJsZRw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "zj1I1cBs74tsgWJiBNMoqA", "review_id": "NGCaf2wKDb5X4jbLje_wBQ", "text": "I stopped by for a double quarter pounder with cheese,no pickles no onions, after work at 2 p.m. The bun was hard and crusty, the cheese was two different shades and hard at the tips. I was so disappointed when I got home and realized what I had purchased.   \n\n\nA customer no more!!!", "business_id": "fhmKIPGVx9_O4P9zEgCHjQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KLekdmo4FdNnP0huUhzZNw", "review_id": "1jhconnamGqA_Wt-jTPycA", "text": "A Taco Bell is a Taco Bell is a Taco Bell. Or is it?  This location is a favorite. It's close by. They are consistent. They are quick. I love me anything volcano. I wish they had the pizza hut with it.", "business_id": "4XJ8gO6cbS6PuZ9dzPsrBg", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4EzpGjoFZXjQOeAk92ZKOg", "review_id": "aS_ayJi30racRqCEgGKPiQ", "text": "One of our favorite places for pizza!  Their antipasta salad is wonderful with their house Italian.  Mama's Signature spinach, tomato and garlic pizza should not be missed.  The kids always get the pepperoni and sausage pizza.  Spaghetti calzone sounds odd, I know, but if you're feeling adventurous, you should definitely try it.  They also have the best gluten free crust!  I order it even though I don't have any problem with gluten.  Their family recipe sauce is sweeter than most but still very good.  If you're looking for a local pizza place you can't find anywhere else, you don't want to miss this!", "business_id": "pF7uRzygyZsltbmVpjIyvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "U1v-E0bmJBS285ebSPhzDg", "review_id": "ue5M6HROzC2Y8xecD1dhpg", "text": "We tried Spinato's Pizza for the first time on Friday, Sept. 4th for dinner. We selected Spinato's because my adult daughter has Celiac Disease and Spinato's has gluten free dishes on their menu. \nWe were greeted by the friendly hostesses and seated right away. Our waiter was very friendly and he answered questions we had about entrees and pizzas on the menu. He was very knowledgeable. We were served our ice teas and soda's right away. Our order was placed and our food came out fresh and hot. My daughter and I had the gluten free garlic bread for an appetizer, she ordered the gluten free  10\" pizza called Nicole's New Favorite, I had the turkey PLT and my husband ordered the Italian beef sandwich. Everything was fresh and tasty. I would highly recommend this establishment if you would like to eat authentic Italian cuisine.", "business_id": "pF7uRzygyZsltbmVpjIyvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1GHhJY3GoDPJSa_qpXY20Q", "review_id": "NZ00MaClBwW0bqpK0xWYiw", "text": "My son and I went here for dinner tonight. He had nachos that were pretty good. I had the 3 amigos enchilada dinner. Enchiladas, beans and rice were ok. Service was decent. I asked for tapatio or the like for my beans and rice, but they do not carry anything like that. Asked for a dinner salad, but they brought all the food at once. I like to have it before my meal when I go out, but if I would have eaten it first my hot food would have gotten cold. I was going to ask about when my salad was coming, but didn't have the opportunity. They are kind of spendy for the so-so quality.", "business_id": "DXBPI8rR9f_IthOGPDWoIQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pwjiI6wvbiD_ZXUX2yrxMg", "review_id": "HmW0GwE3-vfaaiy-V_EmSQ", "text": "Not too shabby!  If you are looking for some solid Pad Thai then enjoy yo self because this hit the spot.  The shrimp rolls were yummy and we will definitely hit this place up again when the Pad Thai craving hits..", "business_id": "nefBMCGgMPvOnASoyO_X1A", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "rpg9s9cd4UXZwBl0t-vXFg", "review_id": "EOTo4psHErPzwDhXUzo0LA", "text": "Simply amazing. Every little detail was perfect from the temperature of the soup to the spiciness of the sauce. I got the Vegetables and Rice with medium spice and it was perfect. The soup that came with the lunch special was amazing. \n\nThe sweet n sour sauce is off the hook. \n\nOur waitress was knowledgeable and able to help my girlfriend decide on what to get. Always had what we needed. \n\nAmbiance is great. Nice and quiet and mellow. A perfect way to relax and eat.  \n\nAll this for $17 + tip to feed 2 people till they were about to explode?! \n\nWe will be back...a lot.", "business_id": "nefBMCGgMPvOnASoyO_X1A", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "szbTVEtATfn8f9GxbGGO5w", "review_id": "iWxyQaqH3JWsGYNPIIXHFw", "text": "pinky's is closed", "business_id": "KVOsmfgWSbtTTKxNkXB1Bw", "stars": 1, "date": "2010-10-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 4, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "wuCszpVPMIMyOCualnZtaw", "review_id": "DipAACdvHvQ7evPWrNKV5Q", "text": "If you are looking for a quick lunch, take out or delivery Dragon Bowl is a good choice\n\nThe Dining area  is small but quiet and staff is very professional. Dragon Bowl offers  excellent lunch prices and generous servings.  The sweet snd sour chicken was good, egg roll had lots of vegetables. My meal could easily be two meals.\n\n Good price, food, and service .", "business_id": "oMtqDDzpMcFrQwHfeYc1iA", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "8l_n9jDwHTh_UQSP9yFGWw", "review_id": "aCN04FTacMC96rfyh_PLtA", "text": "We went the evening of my little sister's 21st birthday to get shots to start the night out. She had never had alcohol and was excited to try her first shot. However, the waitress, Amy, was completely RUDE to us! After looking at my sister's ID, went to get a waiver for her to sign because her ID was, of course, still strait up and down. She laid it on the table and said in her snotty tone: \"Be prepared, you're gonna be filling out A LOT of these tonight!\" The only other words she communicated to us were rude, as well. Of course, the rest of the night, we didn't sign one single waiver. We told Amy we just wanted the two shots and then we'd like the check, but she didn't come back for another twenty minutes after giving us the shots! WE had to flag her down to get her to finally come back to the table, and the place wasn't busy at all. My fianc\u00e9 and I had been to this Gallagher's many times before and loved it, but Amy ruined our experience and we won't be coming back.  \nWe came in smiling and she totally killed the mood.", "business_id": "PkBkqQpAoeX3Ogo5HBthQg", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lH5GaJCNGxfNDnursjNzSQ", "review_id": "Fm7t4bVBY-vEAlJMz4pNjQ", "text": "I think I can finally call off the hunt for the delish type of Mexican food I miss from home in Texas.  Simple menu, good prices and freshly made food that left us wanting more.  \n\nOur party of three ordered the beef chimi, the cheese enchiladas (no sauce) and the green chicken enchiladas.  At first we'd planned to order our dinner to go - that is until we laid our eyes on the salsa.  So many places just totally lack a good salsa, but this one looked bright and fresh.  It was delicious!  Vibrant and with a little kick, the mild salsa hit the spot.  And the self serve chips were perfect for our table.\n\nThe food arrived just in time as we finished up our salsa and chips, and it couldn't have looked more inviting!  We tucked in right away.  There was no conversation - this food was too good for talking!  \n\nThe place is cozy with only a few tables, but was still comfortable.  Plenty of folks came in and out for take out orders.  Each and every customer was greeted by a friendly guy, and the nifty credit card system even allowed for an emailed receipt instead of printing one out.  Great place that I will absolutely be trying again and again.", "business_id": "Yb2pNCxYR32XKmpirqJqeQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-NgJsg-IALmGhtMtZ4mhqQ", "review_id": "3o_I5bCj-zDAjUXsq0Xprg", "text": "Not nearly as good as Russian groceries in other cities.  Some bakery items are stale depending on turnover. Vegetables are hit or miss,  But some items worth the trip. Husband and wife owners could be friendlier. Speaking in Russian helps.", "business_id": "WQJwpYwEFT_QTR-lFIh5mA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "W_R-gVF8OHNrIhtmyhDnyg", "review_id": "OjWe4I34H8l2f58NNiu5rg", "text": "Size does matter! \n\nThat is what they serve here, the burritos must weigh about a pound and a half no matter which one you order. \n\nI prefer the Carna Asada, Chorizo with Potatoes or Breakfast Burrito with Eggs, Potatoes and Sausage. \n\nThe Carna Asada Tacos are huge served I'm a soft taco and you can barely bend the tortilla because there is so much meat and salsa.\n\nI also like the cheese quesidilla which also is served on an awesome tortilla. \n\nEverything is very inexpensive and pretty fresh tasting. \n\nSo to sum it up huge portions, cheap prices count me in on coming back for more!", "business_id": "DlLduXXSwjkm7OL4Z1iH1A", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "p_pAk_vQQ4A0kduhTiDLjw", "review_id": "_xgeBpovlpvbfMfC19QyGA", "text": "great wings and great atmospehere...recommend this place.", "business_id": "lf42gtgq_2_jPvjfp_K1nQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kAalODesjvwHEN25oOt5Rg", "review_id": "0ZziHc0EM3GJT3_RJX55eA", "text": "Unbelievable food! The oysters Michelina is some of  the most amazing food I've had in a long time! The family atmosphere and personal service make me feel like a vip!", "business_id": "DIYHTgM-YGKWOWLzQ4XVhA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VU6hdnlMeWZ7zBo3N3A-dw", "review_id": "fOSF1pN73PvKVmSGx2LU6g", "text": "About as average as they come - we came here for pasta (with a coupon) and it filled our bellies.  The place had a very \"been here since the 80's vibe\", which isn't necessarily a bad thing.  I left with neither a strong urge to return nor a reason to complain.  The pizza the other couple was eating looked like it might have more potential though, so maybe I'll give Red Devil another try the next time a Valupak shows up in my mailbox.", "business_id": "0gQrhOYWdO0XVZEKtOrvaA", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OTuWbBwueDGNGEKeridumA", "review_id": "EwlMxvx8pnHV_6hgsaI6Zg", "text": "yes it is a throw back in time, went for first time today. looks maybe a bit tired but food was spot on. i'm a very picky eater i got the smaller hamburger and fries and could barley finish.so much food my friend got the all you can eat beef ribs (sunday and monday) bartender/ waitress was prompt and friendly  will def be back.", "business_id": "JImJictLIE48_O1z-l2TGw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IjafRfMSAQpInLlw-Vi0Cg", "review_id": "u5fT9_lVDDTRimvGAwgcyQ", "text": "best sandwiches in town?? no, they are just okay. I wasn't blown away. All the reviews pumped this place up too much. A super small and very limited selection of sandwiches to choose from and only 2 of those were hot sandwiches... Sad this place had some much potential.\n\n\nI am sure their business isn't driven by the sandwiches though.", "business_id": "1OO3fy6z5lxlRuHnnhPStg", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "hr-8YBs0xbVdlkHWiIa7kg", "review_id": "BhB2q3X_BA-thEXYTlFDyw", "text": "Fantastic Mediterranean food - I had the chicken shawarma and steak kabob, both were delicious. The baba and hummus were some of the best I've had, and the portions were large. Eating the leftovers tonight. I'm always on the lookout for good shawarma, and this place more than met my expectations.", "business_id": "qXQ3ZBdwI3GlbR5-eYWqNA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ow28Guz6L1-52yH7mxV6Rw", "review_id": "i4wyU-Iz5CtQeW6fYHJ8Fg", "text": "Really enjoyed Sabas. Great Mediterranean food in a hole in the wall atmosphere. Reasonable prices. The service was average, but the food quality really stood out. Hummus is fantastic. Also recommend the gyros, as the meat was well seasoned and tender.", "business_id": "qXQ3ZBdwI3GlbR5-eYWqNA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VP9G0f-812pf8mOVAWdJhw", "review_id": "P_3U9YpAQDQymoVbZfP4Lw", "text": "Amazing food and friendly staff. We will definitely be back. We shared a pasta dish and the fish and chips. Everything was cooked perfectly and have a very balanced flavor. Would highly recommend.", "business_id": "vFJmFFfPVhHkC3bWOeZnNA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Zm-qJs87sz9CxYZlatZo-A", "review_id": "qM9JOYi5rVyit62Mdeuezw", "text": "We went to Outback today to celebrate my daughter's birthday with a nice steak dinner. We were seated right away but then the wait staff and the manager on duty completely ignored us. We were never even acknowleged,  no one said hi or offered us any water or anything. After15 minutes we got up to leave. We informed the manager on our way out, he offered to take care of us right now but we left. We went to Longhorn Steak house down the road and staff, food and drinks were great there. Don't waste your time with Outback,  go straight to Longhorn. It's worth it", "business_id": "4mZ__NR8jLD1k0rYpSbplA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lAc1VasE7JVoTptS2eDMkg", "review_id": "Pf-LZdFoXDjrUHe3VJM7eQ", "text": "Really great! If you haven't been here before I highly recommend it. I worked as a cashier at REI, on the other side of the Paradise Valley Mall, and this place was the one spot I would regularly try to cram in a meal within a 30 minute window. \n\nTheir desserts melt in your mouth, Their salads are HUGE, and always taste super fresh, and their sandwiches are great. But by far my favorite is their breakfast items. Their Benedict's Best is so delicious. \n\nI really would struggle to find anything less than amazing at this joint. Thumbs way up here.", "business_id": "j5HLcBru7FEirYJPbKFVWA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ckNi88QZoXRfgl9nSdXtbA", "review_id": "9WoB6P8dZFgC4cGW3AnqqQ", "text": "I was at this part of town and stopped at this IHop for lunch. It was such a pleasant experience with a really great waitress. She had only been working there fo about 8 months. What great service. Thank you so much!", "business_id": "p1ntTC9-CI6x5Y_nUoo6Ag", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "2AGGIi5EiVLM1XhBXaaAVw", "review_id": "AVLp8GSqO9FceBwR6CWIwg", "text": "We had planned on eating a late breakfast at the Original Breakfast House just down 32nd Street, but did not realize that they would be closed for Labor Day. We headed north toward the Harkins North 16 Cinema and stumbled upon Denny's.  We still had plenty of time before our movie, or so we thought.\n\nThe entryway was warm and crowded with people waiting.  Only a ten minute wait was indicated, so we decided to stay.  When we were seated, we noticed the restaurant itself seemed a bit warm as well.  We waited a very long time just to have our presence recognized by a server.  Eventually, beverage orders were taken.  Coffee was delivered without an offer of creamer and we labored another five minutes just to make eye contact with anyone who could bring us some.  Food orders were finally taken and were served in a reasonable amount of time, although there was a significant amount of time between when the first person in our party and the last was served.  Not a big deal, but it's awkward to postpone eating until everyone is served and awkward when they insist that you go ahead and eat.\n\nWell, it's Denny's.  The food was fine.  Uninspired.  Just what you'd expect.  Given that you can eat at a really good breakfast joint just a few blocks away, however, I'm just not sure why you'd want to settle for this.  I'm pleased that the Original Breakfast House treats their employees well with the day off, but I doubt that I would ever head back to Denny's anytime OBH was open.\n\nBy the time we were finishing, we had used all of our available time and felt as though we'd been eating in a sauna.  The restaurant never cooled down.  Not revealed to us when we checked in was the not insignificant fact that their air conditioning was broken.  Not all of their air conditioning.  Only the part where their patrons were seated.  Revealing this tidbit of information to customers when they came in the door would have been the honorable thing to do.  Yes, we probably would have elected to go elsewhere, but it's what any good restaurant would do for their customers.  But not Denny's.      \n\nThis Denny's is nice in appearance and some employees seem well intentioned.  When you are serving \"average\" food, however, it's critical that employees and managers go above and beyond to compensate. That did not happen on this day.  Not even close.", "business_id": "UYHa5iKUddnZrlxF7taI0Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-09-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EGiAtB4sgZhDdYpRkDneig", "review_id": "V5Cxyy0YzPHMCxLE7XwwuA", "text": "A-OK sounds right.  We all wanted some Italian for our family fun night dinner, and we were kinda on our way to that side of town (half way on the way, jump street on 59th and bell) so I figured whats a little further gonna hurt if we go somewhere that is suppose to be pretty good.  Yelp says its good for kids, but we felt like maybe that isn't exactly correct when we walked in, there were no other kids at all.  I try to teach the kids that nude art is not wrong, but they were still caught off guard, so the statue and paintings made them feel like it was not for kids either.  Overall there was a strong feeling of eyes looking at the table with the kids...I could have been feeling self conscious, but it wasn't all in my head.  I  went into an \"oh well, its no biggy\" mode just so we could eat and move on with our night.  We had driven over an hour to get there, so we were starving and not willing to hunt something else down.  \n\nOur waiter was nice, but was also busy with a big party, so our service took a lot longer, but that is totally fine and understandable.  The bread and butter was very good, it made me excited for the meal to come.  I ordered chicken Parmesan, the Hubby and oldest ordered Chicken Fettucini Alfredo, and the youngest ordered lasagna.  Overall the food was OK.  It wasn't bad. The marinara is good, so my parm was good. The kids gobbled their food up. It was not wonderful, amazing, great, it was good. \n\nEven if it were not so far, I can't say I would be back again.  I think we could have had a little better food right here at Babbo.", "business_id": "EfmR4e1tmjC5_ZQOgfnYrg", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Kj6r5XRDJasUWd4rkkRbgQ", "review_id": "5PtWmfEcm7dRtFokdeUFDA", "text": "We thought we'd try this place Friday night out based on the great reviews.  Unfortunately, we came to the conclusion that people who gave this place great reviews don't know how to cook Italian at home.  We tried both the vegetable soup and their tortellini/chicken broth soup.  Both were lame and were returned.  I can cook better at home.  My girl was burping up the soup later that night, even she only tried a few sips.  She said good thing she didn't try to eat the whole thing.\n\nThe Roma Garden salad was very good.  Tasty.  I also ordered the Veal Piemontese.  Mediocre dish with mediocre taste.  I can do better at home.\n\nAs for service, it seems the other tables had servers that were attentive and friendly.  Our server was rarely available or around.  The ambiance and atmosphere is nice.", "business_id": "EfmR4e1tmjC5_ZQOgfnYrg", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4xg7zKItKzrPiZnt9bpeoQ", "review_id": "t4gutiai9o1WgZtWgM7xyw", "text": "This place is a shell of it's former self...Poor food, and even worse management.  Overhead the manager drop the F bomb a few times!  Pretty classy in front of customer.  The food has no flavor, place is exceptionally loud and rundown.  Don't ever order the beef fajitas here!  What a joke!  No flavor and no one uses cheap flavorless round steak for fajitas.  Takes lessons from Fajitas out on I-17, and try again.  I won't be back!!", "business_id": "oqZPXoenkQvAKQJ2pDCo0A", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IAvhZoADlrmQaGd3cCSOSA", "review_id": "MvpdwwALk4_Lo_pybD_Pew", "text": "We're out of towners, and we were looking for someplace to bridge the gap between fast food and real Mexican food.  Rubios. was a nice quick fix.  We split a two taco plate and thought the ingredients were reasonably fresh. (way better than that Taco Bell place) and the service at this location was VERY friendly and helpful.  We thought the serving of beans was pretty minimal, and the salsa was lackluster, but acceptable, but the tacos were great.  Wouldn't go out of my way to find a Rubios, but in the fast food market, definitely a strong option!", "business_id": "iOITnizWLD3NlKxRtZd5AA", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "mP56azLj1LuESpwTLNBfxg", "review_id": "ue98Z0GYkq2HVMyOEgd2Kg", "text": "Very tasty and friendly service at the market. Picked up some fresh ground Turkish coffee while there.", "business_id": "doEZAj-NSnoEMOJl5yXcNw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QZ2seoGpTuzZ9s-6lmFZug", "review_id": "NncA5NQvRorReK4GY2yLRQ", "text": "Went to pick up,lunch.  I come here all the time.  Always very clean and the customer service is outstanding!!  Much better than any other fast food place!", "business_id": "vWcUrFcweGXAWsil_pfpjw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "GnZWh25MyJD1d5FMKl3QmA", "review_id": "Uiif0BxCoTm0Ztr8ONNWkw", "text": "I don't expect much when grabbing lunch at a mall, but I expect better than this.  The seaweed salad was a generic overly soy tasting disappointment, the rainbow roll was barely worth eating - the shrimp on the roll tasted fishy, the fish was mealy-textured, and the rich was soft and too sticky.  The yellow tail roll suffered from the same, and we luckily were cautious enough not to try sashimi.  The miso soup was served barely like warm.  The tea was served barely luke warm. That was when we finally got service, which took a veritable eternity.  Tea refills?  Good luck on getting someone's attention for that.\n\nThe inside is a dismal, cavernous sport-bar/pool hall sort of feel.  Basically no redeeming features here.", "business_id": "r7Ge8_c5Y2TXthb4CSjzaA", "stars": 1, "date": "2009-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ELknTYKbpsowGJfaA-mAaQ", "review_id": "cMxnEJIlbb9rxBeP0n2sXg", "text": "Best sushi i've ever had at very competitive pricing. The ammount of sushi and food you recieve is quite filling. They have a very nice set up too, the sushi bar is comfy and tge booths are too.", "business_id": "r7Ge8_c5Y2TXthb4CSjzaA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "RyzzI97Vq4IelbSp5wwGtg", "review_id": "5lJZQU0itxX6wPkZsCVy3g", "text": "The reviews are correct; this is the best Chinese food in the valley! \n\nI was pleasantly surprised, as I haven't had good Chinese food in Phoenix yet, and I've lived here for over seven years. \n\nThe service was excellent and efficient. The tables and restaurant were all very clean. \n\nThe curry vegetables were deliciously lightly flavored but not too heavy in curry - more like a sneaky spice. The egg rolls were like typical egg rolls, but nice and fresh.", "business_id": "VQtMFcgkRz7MCIo9sPDaeg", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JEF7EnP5F7fuHyiQCULUtQ", "review_id": "q7_aqC8DM-Nz9zt7npPywA", "text": "I wish their was a no star. My wife and I typically carry out from Oregano's down the street(5 stars), but we gave this delivery a shot. Complete disappointment and rip off!! We should have stuck to our typical routine. We ordered a medium pizza and wings and the price was ridiculous for the quality and the portions. We paid the same amount for the delivery that we would at Oreganos and that includes beers. The cheese was rubbery and to be honest it taste the same as any other pizza place throughout the valley. Do yourself a favor and consider something else. I'm assuming that it's called Streets of NY because it's prices are up to par with NYC's cost of living. Complete let down. They must still owe Gonzo for the awful radio commercial I heard the other day. I apologize for the rant, but if it's one thing I can't stand it's flushing money down the toilet. Do yourself a favor and go elsewhere.", "business_id": "QSCeI8HdUluG-YmbDWo-fw", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ChiKFYHy3sk_PK0xXpGovw", "review_id": "VmdNoVRNgZ-KWQCai4CsMg", "text": "Dragon Palace has become our go-to place when the family is itching for some Americanized Chinese food.  \n\nLike other Yelpers have noted, it's tucked away in a very diverse strip mall.  Yes, it's slightly ghetto, but I live down the street so I'm not scurred.\n\nThe servers are *very* attentive, almost aggressively so (not necessarily in a bad way).  They get the food to the table quickly, and I've never had anything that wasn't good.  The banana/honey wontons are amazing!  \n\nA bonus is that my picky eater always finds something that she likes here and she finds herself trying things she wouldn't normally try.", "business_id": "lAGDe38li38fyf971CslFg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "QwO4LVCiPZZdg5URrQfYpw", "review_id": "WNptGJh6FHq0YKq-Fo0Yxw", "text": "I decided to wait until I had eaten a couple of meals to rate this place. I had some of their sandwiches and two of their thin crust pizzas. Their thin crust is pretty good. Good toppings, thin on the sauce, overall it'll put a smile on your face. Their extra large thin crust will feed 5 adults pretty easily.\nIt has a very relaxed atmosphere. My niece and the children at the other table approved. The bar had a few televisions with different football games on them.", "business_id": "u5o4H8h0sIVhqa8Lcusi5g", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xIck9nKh_oS429GoaCemBA", "review_id": "SF-BIpBWL_gKLapGuwYTmw", "text": "Where everybody knows your name.  Great food, awesome beer selection and owners that make a point of remembering your name when you come in.", "business_id": "u5o4H8h0sIVhqa8Lcusi5g", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "W9zROZeaGYN3KiuudTIO2w", "review_id": "Agool_SAvpLOvy7y4KqsRw", "text": "Service 5/5\nStaff was awesome...Friendly, quick, & attentive! They doted over our baby too so that helped!\n\nFood 4/5\nFood was honestly pretty darn good! I had the Eggs Benedict w/ hashbrowns. The baby had Scrambled Eggs & the French Toast. 4/5 because the french toast was dry & maybe a smidge over cooked. \n\nAmbiance 4/5\nReally small & tight squeeze! But everyone (including the patrons) were super kind & friendly...like a family!\n\nOverall Experience 5/5\nIt was an awesome experience!\n\n\nTotal 4.5/5 (I'm gonna truncate (round up) to 5 Stars because Yelp doesn't do half points.)\n\nBottom Line... I'd definitely go back & I'd definitely recommend to a friend!", "business_id": "2RxIERKZi5gjLW76MkFotQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "b_npgZsbvX5dng9TOeD9zQ", "review_id": "WzkCJ1LbRHASy6zCI9I8AA", "text": "BY FAR, HANDS DOWN, THE WORST CHINESE FOOD I HAVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE.  I wish I were joking.  I ordered the usual, chicken with vegetables.  It was taking a long time so I peeked back behind the window.  The \"cook\", if you want to call him that, was just goofin off.  then he casually starts to throw everything in the pan.  It was awful.  Undercooked everything.  tough to chew.  obviously, it is a health hazard to undercook chicken.\n\nthe bathrooms were disgusting too.  STAY AWAY FROM THIS DUMP.", "business_id": "KRqtYdnDpwqYfWkFhZYjow", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "9qrey_kl_L6Jn7o2D67xeQ", "review_id": "vk8Sro1Jw3LReqrlxFJZkw", "text": "Pretty good out of town family always seems to like coming here. They have really good chorizo and good service for a diner. Food is typical diner type of fare kind. One Hispanic waitress is really good.", "business_id": "DfLML2IlhUqztTBURxOAxg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "D-oQSHI_Xqr4-IPElR1ecw", "review_id": "X4VwFWuXTwxtlQLpj3N3vg", "text": "Nothing special. Forgettable at best.", "business_id": "avvNnkpGpGIS-2CClsduXA", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Ntxl5G4Cr1Fo-y8e84YUug", "review_id": "cqQEixqqGS-yezShwJgWyg", "text": "Rocks, paper, scissors...choose rocks..cuz thier jynormous tortillas rock! Not to mention their machaca...plus every other thing I have ever had there...I like the South location the best, but Cactus will do when heading North.", "business_id": "d52zg-S0o940WUCK-nNiKw", "stars": 5, "date": "2008-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cXO6Prlk8VSwOeBAWJkYbw", "review_id": "EKKHZ5ma479x1FFr31AiUA", "text": "Expecting good food. Was disappointed. The meat had no flavor. The tortillas looked good but were yellow.", "business_id": "d52zg-S0o940WUCK-nNiKw", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "pjgqvBD1c-UEvu8rv9IPjA", "review_id": "JI2LIdMZ7vRFHQy_loPKgg", "text": "I Love Carolina's ! Great Mexican food!\n\nYummy all the way. Thanks to the power of Yelp, I did this place instead of some chain restaurant near downtown. I was kinda nervous in the ghetto neighborhood it was it but well worth it.   What a great discovery. Its hard to get all the basics exactly right but  Carolina's has delicious beans, rice, tortillas, and the Carne asada tacos are bomb!!. The service was quick and very pleasant. It's a counter order service and then they call out your name like a Starbucks but its yummy Mexican food. \n\nIts fast enough for lunch if you work downtown and have a 30 min lunch break. Call it in and have a coworker pick it up. 602-252-1503\n\n10/15/2012 update: I went to an event one of our customers had, and it was catered by Carolina's. I diden't know they did that. It was awesome!", "business_id": "d52zg-S0o940WUCK-nNiKw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WgN14Dbyb4nI-0smYCiDAQ", "review_id": "ksy7O_dhygNeVAqbPkOqpg", "text": "Great Mexican food with a friendly staff.  Looks small from the outside, but has plenty of room for dine in inside.  Agree that the homemade tortillas are awesome.  Brought some home for my family (as I am GF I couldn't try them, but they reported they were awesome).  They have a great selection of food, my favorite was machaca and eggs.\nJust moved to AZ and live in East valley, but am back here everytime I am in area (3xs so far in 2 months).  Highly recommend.", "business_id": "d52zg-S0o940WUCK-nNiKw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "O6yAy9-DOnaOv-eeF_E7Ow", "review_id": "GVGduifPQsupG2RQMhzo0w", "text": "They do fantastic Mexican food for lunch, and they also do great breakfast burritos starting every morning at 7:00 am. It may not be located in the most convenient neighborhood, but it is well worth the drive to the southside to come here! (Just don't park across the street - the signs inside advise that you might get towed.)", "business_id": "d52zg-S0o940WUCK-nNiKw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "2YP7Tl5UvbrAkAaDya2_kw", "review_id": "Gqzjp99WHeYt2SB5cPpLdg", "text": "I love Wong's!  I think it's the best orange chicken in the valley. They use only white meat chicken. I hear their egg rolls and fried rice are the best, too!\n\nWong's is a hole in the wall. There's no getting around it. It's not the prettiest, and if you've ever had to use their restroom you know that they could seriously do some remodeling, but it's clean (just old, and falling apart). The atmosphere is the only thing keeping it from being a 5-star place. The food is top notch!", "business_id": "ayTBDjx-S7TH4maWKBiAFw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Y1PelgD3NvDHNoFuSM4aMA", "review_id": "x9quSXrgdrWjYuvH5e3lNw", "text": "This was not great. Not even good. Just ok. The meat is very hard. I just expected more based on the reviews. Meh", "business_id": "1nq6zzJuVgwaHtXau97_Iw", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jhdPMZH1H5gAXap6JVtZDA", "review_id": "34mkvALEtjmVjZg3Y33Bug", "text": "Bought a Tennessee style beef brisket.. well what can I say the only thing good about this place, it is clean and staff is friendly other than that my sandwich was cold and dry and had no flavor..im not much on complaining on food but yuck!!!", "business_id": "39oUcXr-06fcfT_MZ94z-Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "j6Ig9V60wygB2QnadP5jqg", "review_id": "jwp9iwO-KFZ3p0tAJV4Qnw", "text": "Just ok overall.  The hush puppies were OUTSTANDING.  Best I've ever had.  The fish, fries and zucchini lacked seasoning and were a bland - although I used some hot sauce to fix it.", "business_id": "YxMnfznT3eYya0YV37tE8w", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cGmhTQq-Tm6ND1B2bFUcag", "review_id": "dVQUTbt_I_5y44CHU7J_ZA", "text": "Ordered the 12 oz filet mignon w/ backed potato (loaded) and house salad with ranch. Meal was B+ overall, filet was cooked perfectly, steak was pretty tasty. The sauce they provide with the steak was ~ C+. \n\nAmbience is exactly what you would expect for a former stockyard/pack house, and that is what I like about the place, A on ambience.\n\nService was an A. My 5 yr old had some chicken nuggets that weren't all the way cooked, and they removed it from the bill (he ended up sharing with his 3 yr old brother, what to expect when it is finger fried food - not the reason you end up going).\n\nDraft beer was good, had the Moose Drool. \n\nBest item of the night was the honey whipped butter that came with the rolls, A+ on that.\n\nOVERALL, same as rating, solid B to B+", "business_id": "7U8TYNW4Mvx6m3zexsO0sg", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 4, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "yhZxCcGyhltqsJN6foL_Wg", "review_id": "y2DmUqfZRUhfy9qbnC_DXQ", "text": "My husband and I visited stockyards the other night to celebrate his raise. There was plenty of parking and no wait for a table. With all the large roomy booths available, we were stuffed into a tiny one situated right next to another table; oh well. Our server Jeff was really great; heck, even the guy filling up our water was pleasant. \n\nWe started by ordering two Manhattan's; they had both Woodford reserve and bookers, kudos for a fine bourbon selection. However, it seems like the bartender really shook up the cocktails instead of stirring them, as they both came out bubbly and watered down. The complementary biscuits, cornbread and relish tray were a nice touch. \n\nAs for the rest of the food, I was both impressed and underwhelmed. We ordered the clam chowder that had bacon in it, but sadly it wasn't as amazing as it sounded. The prime rib was amazing, cooked to perfection and melt-in-your-mouth good. The mashed potatoes that accompanied it were bland. We ordered some type of smores in a jar dessert and I wasnt in love. \n\nOverall we had a nice experience, but the prices are really expensive for what I feel you get. We had two Manhattan's, two glasses of wine, 2 entrees and a small dessert for $141. That seems a bit high to me.", "business_id": "7U8TYNW4Mvx6m3zexsO0sg", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cxqFzFVR3v-aU5PxNk92JA", "review_id": "dJb_h6ymRMGeE0PdYCqjXA", "text": "Had delivery which took an hour and a half and the catfish and cod were bland and didn't give us the option to choose English breading. However the filets were perfectly sized. Fries were soggy. They gave us a slice of cheese cake for free and it wasn't very good either but at least they acknowledged their lateness.", "business_id": "mVIHgIkaLHMCdGUE2XCxvw", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gbcEGqRY-JCTOdErPK2hSQ", "review_id": "LneNv2SDfzWjHVEhjCljeA", "text": "I'm a fajita guy. A good fajita with awesome tortillas is all that's needed to please me. They make the tortillas 50%. They are pre-baked from a local bakery and cooked to order afterwards. The food took 30 minutes to come but I forgave them after I took my first bite. \n\nThe beans, guac, rice, and most importantly, veggies and steak tasted amazing. I would highly recommend coming here for lunch. It's priced well and made fresh. Can't beat it. Even better when you have a cute date.", "business_id": "-d1I0dwtCg1IIjnI3DZ38Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "E2L8Wm9rd5QH6VzYhRunVQ", "review_id": "vnMECbnljLvVAtJEKK1Pig", "text": "I walked in and everyone eating there was Mexican, that's a good sign.  The food and soda were good and so was the service.", "business_id": "d2AeNB4xw67E1Bzpo1Pm7Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 7, "useful": 7, "cool": 6}, "user_id": "vF4B6eFdoDmyV_l7MLHMzw", "review_id": "DVv0FGECnUyCO35oVRsqBQ", "text": "Located in the deep hood on the southside, near the corner of 7th street & Roser in between a liquor store and a recreation center infront of the high school that still holds the record of most student sponsored riots and most confiscated guns in the Nation. Nestled in the crossroads of three of the largest gang's territory in the state, Wong's To Go has been a firm establishment in what can be a very chaotic environment. I personally love the southside... it's tension, it's colorful characters and colorless buildings are beautiful to me.\n\nOpen primarily for lunch, Wong's has been open for along as anyone can remember. A serious hole in the wall needs to be approached with serious caution - not because of it's surroundings... but because of the curt and often moody cashier. \n\n\"WAI!\" screeched the elderly Chinese woman as she slid the take out window open. \n\n\"Nee Hoy Sha Yin-Wah-ma?\" I asked to the amazment of my good friend Jackie who has never heard me say a word of Chinese in her life. \n\n\"English?! YES! You speak Chinese?!\" She said as her face brightened up. \n\n\"Wahhh hoy shwah id-yar.\" Indicating that I only spoke a lil bit of Chinese. \n\nWe quickly ordered from their very limited menu with limitless flavor. One order of 4 pieces of chicken wings (the entire wing btw) and a quart of beef fried rice. \n\nStanding around in tiny parking lot talking about whatever, I noticed how there was a small fridge displaying different energy drinks and sodas. and my friend explained how there used to be picnic tables and even shade for ppl to wait under while their food was being prepared. After the riots between rival gangs, during which one gang used the tables as a randez vous point - the city had asked the Wong's to take out the tables. She described to me how there used to be an open window like in fast food places and how after getting robbed on evening - the wong's changed their hours to closing during the early evening and now have large bars over their windows. \n\nI really felt for the Wong's to put so much into their business only to have the tremultous neighborhood love them so much and at the same time be the cause of much of their woes. Just as I was beginning to wonder off into oblivion - our order was up and it was gooooood!!\n\nThe chicken was crispy and simply fried. No batter, no dredge - nothing... it was delish! As was the beef fried rice that boasted sprouts and a lil char that Jackie requested. Burnt bits are good!  yum! Our entire order was $10! We drove away as a gagle of teenagers hungry after their last class walked up to place their orders. \n\nTo my fellow yelpers: The southside is a place that is special to my heart. Perseverant, rough and colorful... there are places where it can be scary to venture into... but stay on the main roads and be a polite driver and you should be alright. Go and pay the Wong's a visit but don't be surprised if Mrs. Wong isn't exactly a happy camper. lol. Try the chicken wings, they're GREAT!", "business_id": "O7QQ_ThdvSWx0lR3CTRLOA", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aThkIdpPnim8OLES1WVvgA", "review_id": "uFgEcrr72vb8eI5Z3tUTjw", "text": "This place is not attractive from the outside so I was hesitant to go in. It was very clean inside and noticed it as a family run business. Food is okay, my gyro was served cold to even with a lunch order for 6 people. Service is friendly when not busy.", "business_id": "uyuiIvQ3aWZxc1-2i_dQtQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PJeIr85-yywWZDfUHHvRzA", "review_id": "FU1FJDKmaoesdgg17LwKkw", "text": "Enjoyed the meatloaf dish. Comes with mashed and corn. Plenty of food for lunch at a very reasonable price.\n\nAll the food is good here.", "business_id": "67gi179fNUkU5sApNTcrMg", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6l7g9TvzSlpBcowwXUCqPg", "review_id": "dgwVQ5v0LiM7txTg_Is02Q", "text": "My wife and I splint an enchilada plate (one chicken, one beef). There was a lot of flavor in everything on the plate -- although it was light on spice. The salsa that came with the chips was pretty spicy so I spooned a little onto the dinner plate. It was exactly what was needed. Terrific meal that hit the spot.\n\nService was good. Atmosphere is a bit hole in the wall -- which is high in my book. We'll definitely do that again.", "business_id": "gw-V13MyfzFaCTbALfnn2Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "H8Qqzu8GL_FltLaAbcYcDw", "review_id": "RPOroYTAIWWsjQl3CVFnog", "text": "Green chicken tamale was amazing.  Perfect moisture.  Not to salty.  The kernels of corn added sweetness to it. There was a nice manageable amount of masa. The thing was like crack. Could not get enough.   Also had the\nChicken chile relleno.  Which was amazing tasting..       \n\nThe only downside was being tucked away in a broom closet with three other tables.      And cheddar cheese?     Go with some authentic Mexican cheese and it would have been perfect.   Eat here eat here. Cause dang its good.", "business_id": "14NSxaXBNspIVnsrMYJZVw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pV7npVLPpV3IJRsecKSiAg", "review_id": "zEh5-ejQ0qpPGlUE1TbHCA", "text": "There is a reason this was the place picked by President Clinton on his trip to Phoenix. The food is authentic. I recommend the pollo fundito. I would caution travelers. The ambiance is second rate and the neighborhood is quite sketchy. Definitely a day visit place.  Lines get long after five and the weekends.", "business_id": "14NSxaXBNspIVnsrMYJZVw", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DkAbda5EVEp3YBRIyrCjMQ", "review_id": "uQKqfLlNp02ZxwHsVVp3ng", "text": "I ordered the house chicken lunch special, which was ok. I ate in and noticed a strong unpleasant smell when I walked in. Not sure what it was. The staff was really friendly and the lunch special is a good value.", "business_id": "qrapwnls-3IMg-iaXhkQKw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6TL5xunZGs_2IerHl7sI3w", "review_id": "osDWOZ8OfBFFoSD0_1Bxgw", "text": "If you like spending $25 per person for a breakfast that includes flies, bird droppings and an extremely long wait (40 min) then this is for you!!!  In our exhaustive search for a breakfast restaurant in PHX that has NY style home fries, this unfortunately fails.  Although the Benedict itself was good, the tiny portions, soggy overseasoned home fries and aforementioned service/atmosphere make this outdoor experience a good place to skip.  I'll see you at Matt's, that is far worth the wait!", "business_id": "MLcXtnpzygZvQ9BtseLLlw", "stars": 2, "date": "2010-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "yH7joEG4ufNG9MYzJ57Sww", "review_id": "t6rWnHz2Uxf9A7B-sQhidw", "text": "Mixed review.\n\nI liked their shops. Lots of fun items. I liked the produce stand. The man working there offered to hold my bags in a fridge while I went to eat. He was very helpful. \n\nThe restaurant was not worth the wait. We waited well over and hour for a party of 2. Once seated, our table tilted when leaned on because it wasn't level, there were a ridiculous amount of flies, and little bits from the tree repeatedly fell into our drinks and food. \n\nThe food was pretty good. It tasted very fresh, but a bit bland. The prices were really high.", "business_id": "MLcXtnpzygZvQ9BtseLLlw", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "BEe04ziifpSkBdKsCSAUXA", "review_id": "CaJMjKaDk5De-FVpJLXusQ", "text": "Can't beat the pricing/ plate. The food quality has been very good. Love the chicken wings.", "business_id": "R7YlKfLpoFDAJQB9hBcQJA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 6, "useful": 0, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "AirVzN1BVQBmq5zY0YMNYQ", "review_id": "T9OShFxcEyuHqpqp48bNwg", "text": "It's 11:45 pm.\n\nYou're the DD for the night and driving home a car full of loud, drunk people.\n\nEveryone was having so much fun, they forgot to eat dinner.\n\nWhere else do you go?\n\nYou start thinking about all of the calories you saved from drinking iced tea all night .\n\n\"Egg Nog Shake, please.\"", "business_id": "o4FZTKyvNx4bxG1PprFY5w", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KbydXIKSeiFqZKctKVqLnQ", "review_id": "HSZLAIdDjlXix-3GVyd6yA", "text": "They have a very limited menu, horrible service, and a really pushy staff. I'm sure there are better places out there for cheaper.", "business_id": "0vzZ_Bcb02rJljeMU9XkBw", "stars": 1, "date": "2010-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "q-I1sEztfa2SMqi1iEszWA", "review_id": "1FWR-NCAfQgQ6kQpEx0laQ", "text": "We have been going to Sakana since around we moved to Tempe in 1995.  It has been consistent over the years; great, fresh sushi, generous portions, reasonable prices.", "business_id": "0vzZ_Bcb02rJljeMU9XkBw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PTOkLCHQtPGaIGkCJOUwBg", "review_id": "70kkhN-pPSPMxTBN7uNYpw", "text": "Good food and a fun experience too!  We had a family birthday dinner here and with a 2 year old and 9 month old eating out isn't the easiest thing!  The kids were mesmerized by the teppan chef and the food was all very good.", "business_id": "0vzZ_Bcb02rJljeMU9XkBw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "N4BnjZFAuuAUTjxs93SYlg", "review_id": "xn3nUv92AMfMrpMulnnROA", "text": "I always love an IHOP breakfast for the mix of sweet and savory options for an affordable price. I prefer IHOP to Denny's because it seems like it's less sticky, mostly.  But it's also a more expansive menu.\n\nI usually get stuffed french toast or some flavored pancakes with the eggs, bacon and hash browns.  On this particular occasion I ordered the red velvet pancakes.  Our server returned to inform me they were out, and she was so apologetic.  When we settled on a compromise of the cinnamon roll pancakes, she offered milk to go with it for the inconvenience (for the record, the cinnamon roll pancakes were good, but they were no red velvet).  She was as sweet as the pancakes, and courteous from start to finish.  \n\nThey almost always get \"over medium\" eggs right, and they have turkey bacon which is awesome!", "business_id": "lq2iZK7epi23byzcejjqTg", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "EvDMCpmwvb7M_7lEPIL5GQ", "review_id": "PF9KaE6_E7BDxeMJKlRr2A", "text": "This is your go to breakfast/brunch in the Ahwatukee/Tempe area.  They make their own bagels, quite the selection and cheap!\n\nThis has got to be the best bang for your buck and good quality ingredients to match.\n\nEverything is great here and wide selection of not only breakfast but lunch. \n\nIf this is your first visit I would recommend the Apple Smoked Sausage Scramble (they WILL do egg whites on anything for you).  The Breakfast Burrito or for heartier meals... check out their pancakes and biscuits and gravy.\n\nMy favorite bagel:  Cinnamon  Sugar or the Raisin with a bunch of Peanut butter spread on top.\n\nEnjoy!", "business_id": "8H1DwdAAgSBtwDeb2R-hmA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bq2fizO97eHrTGBzT0glUw", "review_id": "nF2TczNn_q3ZcBZbz0HZAQ", "text": "Great little place for breakfast.  Hard to find a place that makes quality food that isn't the standard breakfast fast food.  Nice staff, clean location, would recommend.", "business_id": "8H1DwdAAgSBtwDeb2R-hmA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Bmzq_nkjYqp8aWn12RJdhA", "review_id": "hCUyQGh5qeDF0cA7HepgCg", "text": "Wasn't busy but had to wait a little. Food was a little cold on my fiance and son's plate but was discounted. My food came out awesome.", "business_id": "aACW1qAdOfgcU8yX61dOFw", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-11-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8UJToTOiIvUyWQvCTDWDnA", "review_id": "NtB6nlsrF9Ikp0k1UoS__A", "text": "I absolutely love Panda Garden.  This is my favorite Chinese-Inspired restaurant in the valley, the pricy sit-down, dress-up places in Scottsdale and Downtown phoenix notwithstanding.  Every dish I've tried has been delicious, and the service is very fast (normally under 5 minutes for a table of two) and extremely friendly.  If you find yourself fiending for a Chinese fix, and are in the Ahwatukee area, you must stop by Panda Garden!", "business_id": "507GX11jtCsVYlzaur05_w", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Z6v6foWobDjbL50Pwnqafw", "review_id": "hyy-h1xkSU54LCs93YWoOQ", "text": "This place has everything for the perfect date. They had a guy singing called Big White Cloud ? lol He was great, the service was perfect , the outdoor heaters are magical. I will be back !!!!", "business_id": "Our6bzte5W1wlIeOu9luug", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WLvaxHgmXUJGDvwzHx-PTA", "review_id": "iN4PP2Y48y-g-k0hMU3QMw", "text": "Stopped by last night to hear the band.\nOrdered a glass of fine wine and a burger with No Cheese,\nThe burger came with cheese and I sent it back.\nThe waitress apologized and asked me if I wanted another glass of wine and I said yes.\n10 minutes later the waitress comes buy and asked me again if I want another glass of wine and I again said yes.\n15 minutes later the waitress is cleaning off ever ones table,\nWith No wine, no burger, I called the waitress over and asked for my bill since I have not got served.\n   This place can not handle big crowds and the waitresses never write anything down.\nIt is best not to eat there when a band is playing.", "business_id": "Our6bzte5W1wlIeOu9luug", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 6, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "wy8Yd_vCWDjiz9rMo4HfqA", "review_id": "vYqXFhmjyWZOs53BJMqVTQ", "text": "We've been trying to use our Living Social deal to this place for a couple months now... we finally had the chance on Saturday night.  My take on Melting Pot has always been that the cheese and the dessert are awesome - but that I could pretty much do without the meat course in the middle.\n\nSo we started with the spinach artichoke cheese fondue, which was really really good.  The wedge salad with bacon and peppercorn ranch, also good.  Then we got to the meat course.  Without turning this into a novel, we discovered that one of the shrimp that had been cooking in our broth fhad not been de-turded.  That's right, it had been cooking with the rest of our meat, in poo-broth.  \n\nSo, there goes the appetite, and after bringing it up to the waiter - and his discussing it with the manager - they were \"gracious\" enough to take a $5 beer off our tab.\n\nI'm sorry, but serving poop to customers, should pretty much be a no-no.  Especially at those prices.  I kept thinking of the line from one of my favorite movies, The Jerk, \"You would think, at these prices, you could keep the POOP off the food!\".\n\nI digress... suffice it to say, we won't be going back to The Melting Pot.", "business_id": "FOfhEC6rN23RQaUlsR2byw", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "oW4iHEX_YP5Sre_j-Lt-sg", "review_id": "jWKyFZF2ukllzmXyvGKKLw", "text": "Make sure you have a reservation if you go on a weekend day. We stopped by a couple of weeks ago hoping to be able to get a table. Unfortunately it was a 4 hour wait. We went ahead and made a reservation for the following weekend.\n\nThe ambiance is fantastic. A very romantic private setting with curtains that enclose your booth. The service was great too! I wasn't a fan of the cooking style for the meat.. but it may just be my personal taste. The cheese fondue was my favorite part.\n\nThe food was decent but I honestly don't think it was worth the money. I think you are paying for the atmosphere and the uniqueness of the cooking style.\n\nDefinitely not a place for kids", "business_id": "FOfhEC6rN23RQaUlsR2byw", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OabrB4RDUdIAhp6T7OdBgg", "review_id": "OFxVe68n9JZ4ekJsEEQyKA", "text": "Probably the best grilled chicken sandwich I have ever had! This was my first time to try this place, and I will definitely be back. Good service, not a loud place, very enjoyable. My only complaint was the fresh fruit side - it was indeed fresh and tasty, but all it had was pineapple and grapes. I would have liked to have some melon in the mix, or kiwi, or something, although I do realize that melon is much harder to keep fresh in a restaurant environment. All in all, I'm impressed!", "business_id": "SgTjnyElc26gPUghVuCuSQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "-2PFmYGWB6rQhZtRh6PlPA", "review_id": "xflv4RXls3ScYbSwsbE-Ww", "text": "Generalized...been there a few times so, female mgr at night is horrible, general mgr is quick to respond to comment made on surveys.  Had a bad experience and had coupons for comp meal so went back.   Got Scott  that time and he had some booths and bar and started slow and took a few minutes but turned out to be really great which is why they get 3 stars.  French onion soup always good if hot but a lot of their meals are bland.  BUT the muffins and bread are really good.", "business_id": "NX5YHSIyesufcsI7Rg5NLg", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_iqXHaCB5eIOZyODW4pQgQ", "review_id": "tejZOHxgavljwkA_KufoJw", "text": "Horrible service. Waited for soft drinks and waited unusually long for the meal. Also ordered a side of sour cream. Ridiculously small. Overall food was average, bland chain Mexican food. Will not be back. Ever. Too many other fine Mexican restaurants in the area. Adios!", "business_id": "fsxBliRs4rwxRXkZUVy62A", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iIUzSGWZmIneKNHx0FMe9Q", "review_id": "2qHrrdGrD0PA75ugShgYcg", "text": "decent food", "business_id": "NDHhzgMrTzr_38md_R5WKw", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "eJxjxSPr5qmABcID1sKW7Q", "review_id": "M-CSiFkpIM60_Lq-oQFoGw", "text": "This restaurant was not my favorite.  We visited this restaurant when we traveled to Arizona this summer for a family reunion.  After seeing it on the Food Network my expectations were a little high.  First of all, the camera angles made me think the restaurant was big when it was about the size of a Subway restaurant.  We almost had to leave because there were no seats available.  There were about 8 of us and we did not want to have to take our food to go.  Fortunately, two tables ended up leaving and we were able to sit down. \n\n I got the three taco meal. I guess I should have realized that \"hot sauce\" meant hot but I was just thinking \"oh it'll be a little spicy\" NO! I took maybe two bites and couldn't finish.  I had to trade food with my niece, I ate her quesadillas which were pretty good and she didn't seem to be phased by the hot tacos.  I definitely was not satisfied when I left, I basically ate off of everyone else's plates.  If I ever return to Phoenix, I probably won't be back here.  There are several restaurants in Atlanta that are Food Network worthy, in my opinion this was not.\n\nThe customer service was very good, the ladies were very nice and excited that we mentioned the food network.", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 3, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "d66FhQQZzFDKxklh6t63RA", "review_id": "xKAwt6nIm7qddxWJvlcJZQ", "text": "I'm afraid this is one of those \"I wanted to love it, but...\" reviews. \n\nWe had an assortment of tacos and burritos.  They were fine but absolutely nothing special whatsoever.  Yes, they were authentic Mexican tacos (i.e., not Taco Bell) but is that really supposed to be something special in Arizona for cryin' out loud?   It's not like we're in Canada here, people.\n\nI saw the piece on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives where they made a big deal about their variety of salsas and how people came from miles around to buy them.\n\nSeriously?  They had exactly two salsas.  Again, they were fine, but nothing special and nothing at all like what we saw on TV.  We ordered chips and salsa and got a small little french fry tray of chips with no salsa.  I asked the girl at the counter for salsa and she pointed to the same two bottles. Ah, ok.  Woo hoo.\n\nI would happily stop there if I was in the neighborhood but I certainly wouldn't go out of my way to eat there.", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 2, "date": "2010-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_z52G4oMS7biipY6KEdkAA", "review_id": "hcF_6KrqGCtfLkCbyS5sYw", "text": "This was my first visit.  So, I went with a #37 combination plate.  It had a taco, enchilada and a tamale.  All was very good but the tamale was dry (?) as it had already been unwrapped and had a chance to dry out before I received my meal.  The counter help was real nice.\n\nThe meals are served on black plastic plates.  The plastic utensils are long handled.  They offer Coke products and tea.  They were out of Mr Pibb during my visit.\n\nIt was good enough that I will stop back in.  And I would recommend the place to others.", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YEMqhZktw_EMLhWvp6SHrA", "review_id": "1OGvImHKSvr0Lw_0p7GMGA", "text": "This was a delicious simple Mexican short order shop.  I had the az burrito and was surprised at the number of ingredients it had.  My son had the quesadilla.  Horchata had a unique flavor to it the was interesting.  Meal came to $16.  Plus Guy ate here!", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RouNkvwe46gAyesVAELeSg", "review_id": "7pk7A4clq2WG7SP2LTR1wg", "text": "Great place to grab a quick delicious bite.  I got the three street tacos and side of guac all for 6 bucks.  Not alot of seating but folks seem to cycle out.  Definitely enjoyed it.  Wish they had magaritas though.", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "blD0LvqFTSWhQGUkrFfpWA", "review_id": "WKC-6up9bNKn_qQMOMIQYw", "text": "Double D's taking my order! I love this place, the taste doesn't matter anymore!", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-BQvEj384xeJXBnrusYo5Q", "review_id": "IUE0JIo9OefleanFa1NjPQ", "text": "Hands down one of the best places to grab a burrito or tacos! Personally, I'm a huge breakfast burrito fan, and Los Taquitos' always hits the spot. My boyfriend always gets some sort of a burrito from there (even though it's not a breakfast one) as well. Their tortillas taste so unique, and that's honestly an important part of a burrito! They have amazing rice and beans, and their red and green sauce is pretty decent as well. 10/10, would eat here 7 days a week if that wasn't extremely fattening.", "business_id": "rDvz5jX65gpfONFu7er9Tw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FAWMl8BMsdAkSLPekafbGw", "review_id": "t6Kw6yWGdpXSsPtuq13DWA", "text": "I had the greek chicken salad and the chicken was tough. I would like to go back and try other items.", "business_id": "nBrD6TxddhHx4FhMk32JvQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "VjgUXs6ZVewc2qujMaM6Rg", "review_id": "bJ9MhCGXWGtX4LY1AwfICw", "text": "I would give this restaurant  a zero, If that was an option. When I called in my order I was told that at the time they do not take orders over phone anytime in 30 minutes before closing unless you are within 5 minutes of the restaurant. I told them we were on our way, and was told we could order then. When I arrived at the location, they locked the door and turned off the lights, even though they still were supposed to be open for another 7 minutes. Given that gyro meat is constantly cooking and does not require more than 3 minutes to make a gyro, and the fact that they closed up when we arrived told me everything I needed to know about this restaurant. They wanted to close up early,  so they screwed the customer, me. The only thing you need to know where is this, don't go there. Because obviously they have really crappy customer service and if they do really crappy customer service you don't know what they're doing with your food.", "business_id": "nBrD6TxddhHx4FhMk32JvQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "X_dJbx2o2bVHgCATRYBxXA", "review_id": "sdpYAejz1rwCQObeVyy__g", "text": "Good location,average food, but too expensive. Drink service is slow. Entertainment is spotty. Should double the bar size and delete dining room. this place has been steadily going down hill. surprised they are still in business. was very good 20 yrs ago. Owners watch people like hawks, desperately waiting for food orders", "business_id": "S3FhtwXuiGMlGdBNtmiiSQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "mAER6xHBCceoqSFwk5z1Sg", "review_id": "wIJXlKcHNFRZPiVggyAybw", "text": "This is my first review and how appropriate that it would be for one of my favorite pizza joints in AZ. We eat there (actually usually take to go) at least 3x/ month. \n\nThe Market fresh thin crust is always amazing. Every week it is different which is great. We have tried the ones on the menu but the weekly special is usually the best choice.\n\nI like the deep dish but ask for light bake and extra sauce. This makes left overs great and I do not like a crunchy crust.\n\nMy wife likes the pizza crust and when combined with their sauce for \"dipping\" it is top notch.\n\nThe service is always good and the same people have been there for years (always a good sign).\n\nI agree the beer selection is great and the bar tenders are very knowledgeable and can find a good match for anyone. They are one of the few places with 4 Peaks Hop Knot.\n\nThe house dressing is great and you can take home a bottle for $5 to enjoy all week.", "business_id": "RYZ08XAToBaN-bS5HHVEhQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "JTz1ccucKPe5g64PZ-gq4g", "review_id": "hmRo-9wpiMhhiMjLyxgR4Q", "text": "I can't believe I have never eaten here before, the food is amazing! We had the eggplant bruschetta, spinach salad with bacon and the spinach pizza pie. The bacon on the salad was the whole strips of perfect bacon, totally delicious. The sauce on the pizza was nice, and the crust was nice and crunchy. Service was great as well. I will be going back soon to try more of the huge selection.", "business_id": "RYZ08XAToBaN-bS5HHVEhQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "bli5yHYNCZzdnRg8s7a6cg", "review_id": "4kw15TDMBAK3vsjNmFihnA", "text": "We ordered three pizzas for pick-up after riding bike with friends. The staff was friendly from phone to pick-up. \n\nWe ordered the old stand-bys, cheese, pepperoni & ham. They were great, cooked perfectly and the parm crust was awesome!", "business_id": "gaX1rGPdv9eyPra0cYsYZA", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-11-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bSOYwOy9ilck_gjy4VeZEw", "review_id": "Rjbwdelhfrvfhu7zHQimDw", "text": "Have been here many times and have never had a complaint. The sushi is consistent, the service is decent and they have a great happy hour- great prices on sushi and drinks.", "business_id": "nBfusVbqwul0BU0Rcrlelw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ZlevDU6ZdSBN__nFNMsqdA", "review_id": "XVt7XzyjPFLD-b0ZRx11Qw", "text": "The decor is unsavory, the chefs are a joke, the portions are laughable, the food is terrible, It must be hard for people who aren't use to good sushi and rolls to understand, well it must be easy to fool their clientele. Bored housewives the spoiled teenagers the loud jocks and the obnoxious college students. I also can make terrible food give it to someone starving and call it first class cuisine. But I will not charge you an arm and a leg to eat my disasters. The chefs sneering at customization of anything they make, while management flirts with the younger waitresses and customers what a disgusting display. If your from the coast and your visiting your friends here in the valley and they offer this place up as a choice, politely pass unless you want to have bad visit.", "business_id": "nBfusVbqwul0BU0Rcrlelw", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Fz4R_IdkxaUcuhlOaa9Q3A", "review_id": "E9Jrpbz7qDpymKhf2Q4lWg", "text": "Faster delivery than promised.  But a little over cooked egg rolls and lemon chicken. \nHave eaten inside before and both times perfect. I will try them again.", "business_id": "GBN0-wo_cHLnC_pwoOTIFQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1Y6tCIHx9eZEjQSMQ46R8A", "review_id": "XJUQdUxooFsommNYSgsfmA", "text": "Just waited over 30 minutes. Asked for a refund and the girl behind the counter had the nerve to answer a phone order instead of completing the transaction with me. Never going back.", "business_id": "N7oUi6aM01UlvrsIcTSqmg", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tb-OZD94945zjhsumRncHg", "review_id": "mj3l_4Ts1D9mADb8kyuByQ", "text": "First time here, some friends brought us here and we had a good time. The food was decent and the staff was very friendly. My only complaint would be the parking. There was a concert here and the line for that was extremely long and full of drunks ! They were blocking the handicapped parking spaces And reluctant to move so we could park. When we did get parked (2 of us are disabled and could not climb the hill) we were accosted by the drunks verbally. \nWe had a nice meal and when we came out there were beer cans on my bumper and some idiot had placed a beer bottle behind the rear tire of my pickup. Great behavior for an adult ! \nMy wife and I ordered the \"Cowboy Stuff\" platter and it was decent. I think next time we will stick with a steak though, they looked great and the platter we had was a bit lacking on actual meat. it was more veggies, potato's and filler. Look forward to returning and next time we'll make sure there is not an event going on so we don't have to deal with all of the drunks !", "business_id": "wZwZcte4lcbu51NOzCjWbQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-09-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "NQI24bL3HhOHylM1ZI5PkA", "review_id": "2FFJMjnnzeoG_rmTDDDlLQ", "text": "Three stars mostly because of the view and decor. SUPPER touristy place. Nothing wrong with that but the food was meh. My wife and I shared the big sampler plate. A few of the items where good, most where over cooked.", "business_id": "wZwZcte4lcbu51NOzCjWbQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fyTMJjgE1S3Z0lGn4ap_Ew", "review_id": "Ri-cp9rl9b4nKywfp3-Kgg", "text": "I give this place a solid 5 stars not only. Because the food but because the ambiance and atmosphere.  As I walked up to the door I took a wiff of a foul smell. I was like it smells like a barn. Sure enough they had a long horn outside. This place had live music and a good single mault selection.  The server was a cute blode in a white had with jeand and smoking lol. The chicken wings were goodd and all your drinks come like in jars.\nI had the prime rib and It was Devine.  It was cooked properly and almost moving. The place had lots of things to look at and a slide ftom upstairs to down stairs.  The view is amazing and at nightu can see the city and all the lights from a distance.", "business_id": "wZwZcte4lcbu51NOzCjWbQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cYGMT8M96D2c1PX4A_ihUw", "review_id": "8nAsWPQPOjPyFq3Ss4ybeg", "text": "Can we post with no stars?! Honestly, this place is the worst. It was not only my table/party, but the entire crowd that came in! We each experienced terrible customer service from the getgo by having to read a sign and find limited seating while waiting for Sunday dinner. So we sat in the wrong section apparently for about 5 min and finally got fed up and asked the bartender what's up. He said we're seated in the wrong section and no one will be helping that section. So, we moved into the small area that was open.. they never closed off the other section and we watched other people sit there and do the same. So we sat and were treated as if we were the worst. We managed to obtain drinks and an appetizer, but with no silverware, plates or napkins... so I grabbed our own. Again this wasn't just our table but everyone that came in. With that in mind, we didn't stay for dinner.", "business_id": "wZwZcte4lcbu51NOzCjWbQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_pBKNdsQHn40RwB5K24JNA", "review_id": "S-c7Uxlmm6gkfu7FnQUFyw", "text": "Awesome service, timely delivery, and always fresh! Thanks for making our weekends an awesome night when we are too tired to make dinner. :)", "business_id": "WJC8HctIbxatLbcuez1UOQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "GkWuTgewni9bzPM4HUCO-g", "review_id": "n6KrGs58w6dCeix6AiIUgA", "text": "I've been here multiple times the service continues to get worse. They are severely understaffed and it's impacting everything from their service to their food. We waited an additional 40 minutes for carryout when we were told the food would be ready in 20 minutes. They shorted us on rice as well. We ordered multiple dishes and they gave us one box of rice instead of a box with each dish like they are supposed to provide. The quality of the food is slipping. The curries continue to become more watery. The sauteed dishes or so dilute with water that you can't taste any seasoning but rather just limp vegetables that resemble a bad broth. It is sad because this place used to be 5 stars but it seems to me that they really don't care about customer service. Today was so pathetic, they had one person(one of the owners) serving tables, taking phone orders and busing tables. And the restaurant was busy! Seriously, you can't afford to hire a couple of waiters? \n\nThis place used to be 5 stars back when they had a normal waitstaff but for the past 3 years or so, it just seems like they don't care about customer service. Unfortunately, now it's impacting their food. \n\nI would only order carryout. Stick to the curries. If they tell you 20 minutes, double or triple that time when arriving to pick it up. And don't tip on carryout!!!", "business_id": "K4DHwck_2ds1wURnmZdFiA", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-09-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3Bj9qkxHiAAsjlt0TxMXFQ", "review_id": "AfSIzD7e8AVFL1-1GuEmAw", "text": "Went through the drive thru. They asked me to wait, so i waited5 minutes until my bf asked them if they were ready to take our order. they apologized and took our order. We got to the window we waited 5 min when they finally came up to us but they asked again what our order was!! We asked for a water also. Then they came back gave us out order but forgot our water. Waited another 5 min and we finally got our water. I don't know how this place is still open. Ah probably cuz it's the only KFC here in ahwatukee. I don't usually do this but I'm sorry you guys deserve bad reviews. COME ON GUYS!!!", "business_id": "72pUqCkncwVVn65cIiX8aA", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-09-25", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-H7hd6l1GIEyyAWe0uCybA", "review_id": "yV-duLSaFn9bQVNpKYkZmQ", "text": "Wife chose this place and we went late Tuesday (9pm) for dinner after I got out of school.  Owner was attentive and very helpful and helpd us order.  he explained dishes and brought usu a few different breads.  Dishes were VERY colorful, tasty, piping hot.  I asked for spicy and WOW..., on that scale, I should have asked for mild.... Yummy food and Great time.\nthe owner's family children were playing (read: screaming and running around jumping on boothes and staring at us over the wall) the whole dinner, which was mildy annoying in a quaint way..:{\nwe'll be back. maybe once school starts?", "business_id": "d_8bMNQd0mesbEUeq1U2kQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "h9d3VW5RTJymoFoLnN60_w", "review_id": "U6Ktj_TyNR5CQlLdsAyPpA", "text": "Pretty good pizza, and I really like that it arrives piping hot!  \nI had it with anchovies ( not every one favorite topping:)and mushrooms or just with sausage. I have only tried the thin original crust, which is crispy and just a little chewy. Sauce is flavorful and the sausage was great quality. Is not cheap though, but worth it.Check your mail as they send out coupons from time to time.", "business_id": "QHyqYUZ0WdxHYPAenIuLjw", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-09-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_GVAV2LjUWEs9fGjslex_A", "review_id": "Y_LiRsnlY5dFGbBzKsdxgg", "text": "Capriotti's has some great sandwiches... the best is the capistromi; the medium is really big.", "business_id": "STv-ED3M2xmRFMSvQbWGaw", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-11-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "hS2oT9lhnFzvuY9EfIi-ww", "review_id": "T4w4SkBy0_dUtRcWeEHovA", "text": "79\u00a2 large drinks. Enough said. Giant delicious diet coke. Yesssss. Also they have tea and will mix it with sweet tea or lemonade for a little AP action. Haven't tried any food...well ok that's a lie, I once ordered a small fry. It was salty, fresh and tasty!", "business_id": "M0a0UNYie0vmrDxY5r2yjA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "M-XKxr5xxo_xGtdMmawS7g", "review_id": "a8KfIPYDCQdlfhpEba6Yqg", "text": "I am not a picky person.  No really!  I'm not, but I had such a horrible experience here I had to share.  I made reservations for tonight at 5pm since I was told yesterday when I called about going in that night they couldn't accommodate me, and I needed to come in the next night.... But whatever.  I found the whole thing odd when I came in tonight and they did not have my reservation, and then laughed at me and said it was probably on a scratch piece of paper in the office.  Awesome.\n\nI would comment on the service, but other than taking my order, it was pretty much non-existent.  Oh wait, they did stop by 30 minutes after taking my order to drop off some burnt bread and to tell me they were having \"printer issues\" and my appetizer would be out soon.  I'm not sure what kind of Jetson's kitchen has a printer that makes my food, but again, whatever.  I waited tables in college, so I know that's code for \"I forgot to put in your order\".  15 minutes after that, my appetizer came out.  In my world, 45 minutes to wait for your appetizer is pretty bad.  And I'm not exaggerating.  It really took that long.  \n\nSince I was pretty hungry at that point, the appetizer disappeared quickly.  I honestly probably would have liked it if it hadn't marinated in my bitterness for 30+ minutes, but I wasn't impressed.  I looked at my watch when that was polished off and it took another 30 minutes from that point for the entrees to come out.  \n\nNow, really, any entree at that point was pretty much doomed.  Its hard to like anything when your irritated, however, for $19 a pop, I was not pleased with the quality of my entree.  If it's going to take you over an hour to cook it, it better have some freaking pizzazz!  Again, I am quite confident that it didn't take them that long, and they just forgot about me.  I get that, but i have been many places where the way they handle the screw up is so impressive, I come back for customer service alone.  That is not the case here.  Please tell me your sorry, comp something, bring me some wine... Something!!! \n\nAnd like I said, the food never even stood a chance....  Needless to say, I will never be back.", "business_id": "umyo8MPjiZiDXHtvyaOi6g", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QtUNyjOtXRPF50dVc7soCQ", "review_id": "rdu58pl3tUJedSgEjN7AQg", "text": "Great bar for happy hour even though they reduced the number of offerings on it like no pizza. Hint hint, your competitors offer it. Restaurant side is good but service is not always the best. always seems to be a lot of talk going on between the manager and others vs serving the tables which I see seems to be a common complaint about service.", "business_id": "umyo8MPjiZiDXHtvyaOi6g", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iWh7h24DpKWFtKZGl81kxg", "review_id": "Mp8M_etdy3Fxxl4wMVkEyQ", "text": "My brother suggested going here a while back for some reason, and I wasn't expecting a whole lot. The buffet-style dishes were the usual Chinese food fare, and they weren't bad at all. What I LOVED though was the sushi! There is an area where they will make you fresh sushi, lots of roll selections, and it's included in what you already paid. For the amount of sushi we ate, we would have spent a LOT more somewhere else, plus we got all the yummy crab puffs, noodles, etc. Going to try and go again soon!", "business_id": "-Ogv7rpcgUHkFaSy3vD8Sw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "OsYh3jArm6fgozczE85ZeQ", "review_id": "K0w7RAlqtme8fzjMh8Y4lQ", "text": "I would actually like to give this place 4 1/2 if possible.\n\nI love italian food and really I could rate about 100 places from NJ but I havent been there in so long things may have changed and some of my favs might not even be there.\n\nThe fam who owns this place is from Connecticut  I do believe.  Real nice people with sincere italian accents.\n\nThere pizza reminds me alot of east coast pizza and is probably the closet to what I remember for alot of pie in NJ.  It is really damm good. \n\nThe best thing I have had here however...  is the Veal Parm Panini. I think they bake the bread there and the Veal is definitely all done on site.  My mouth is watering thinking about the place right now. As a matter of fact... Im ordering now!", "business_id": "hgb1RihLYRSpFBjBhn8rZw", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3bBqADk5dgIPXzkkJelLSQ", "review_id": "UP8bfgwzDRph7QtDM-3MgA", "text": "Great service. Great food. A little pizzeria, a bit pricey but well worth the money. Great selection for gluten free eaters.", "business_id": "hgb1RihLYRSpFBjBhn8rZw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "f437xTueQ6024shVJpodkw", "review_id": "8f112G1VDCDqpQcGxGk-yQ", "text": "I've had hit and miss experiences with Cracker Barrel food.  This location however, is good. Our server was Aaron, and he was courteous and willing to put up with an obnoxious manchild and his mother.  He was attentive and I couldn't ask for better.  The food was about what I expect.  It's ok diner type food.  I had the country boy.  My ham was good, hash browns were good, and grits were well, grits.  Eggs were cooked a little too long but nothing to throw a fit over.  The atmosphere and the store make for a good dining experience.  Thank you Cracker Barrel, much appreciated.", "business_id": "dGcVT0WGenhh8Np76ta6AA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fIvDzLhs-cXbTKWp8P3eIA", "review_id": "uMzKBAociF-9fX0NSpYYVQ", "text": "My opinion of CPK:\n\nQuinoa & arugula salad was outstanding. The fish tacos are skimpy. One taco had 2 pieces of fish that were roughly the size of fish sticks. The other taco had 2 teeny weeny pieces of fish. I don't like to complain about my food or send it back for fear of having someone spit in it, but the teeny pieces were unacceptable. Our server brought out lots of extra fish at no additional charge.\n\nCPK gets 3 stars for the salad.", "business_id": "UpYva_zhJ6pRGfdTruIYIg", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OR1ift7_9OHEU0z0Gagn4g", "review_id": "6MiskD_nhCgnxQIcg6KsOw", "text": "I paid $14 for the two worst smoothies I have ever had in my life.  All I tasted was powder.  The girls that worked there had issues with English and the concept of \"dairy and egg free\" in one of them.  I am almost positive they put dairy in that one because my throat started itching and swelling after about 1/4 of it.  My wife's tasted like \"old bubblegum\" and it was supposed to be chocolate.  Both were thrown out immediately.  They have the most ridiculously confusing menu I have ever seen and figuring out ingredients is a nightmare.  Stick to Jamba Juice", "business_id": "AX56yxldIb7TPBHMaPqOmg", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-9ClFDYWET4dt0O22NHTIw", "review_id": "SJOTkzKnVOwpzE7IZptuTw", "text": "I love this place and their burgers. Had their turkey burger and it was delicious!! Clean and bright restaurant, great wait staff...will be back!!", "business_id": "e0vubCKi8KD8zC2C6FdbuQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "JiSt1mjxvz-nTYHk3A2vbg", "review_id": "wchmO_uTnwlewApRjGkzWA", "text": "Great beer, food and service! Best sports bar type place in Desert Ridge. Love their happy hour and mug club! Great place to meet friends and watch a game :) Highly recommended!", "business_id": "d7V3ykQHqChv0KtXEanKLw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "G72bs75BqgW9NAVv00ADTw", "review_id": "8tBGo2QXK1sggZdo8MOm7g", "text": "Note: perhaps I would give this place a 4 star rating... I like it better than Agua Fria and Gold Dust  locations. However, these 5 stars are because of our server Michael... I think he said Mikey but I do not remember how he spelled it :(\n\nAnyway, he was prompt to seat us when we arrived (early Sunday on Labor day weekend, I believe). He was outstanding, and very friendly. But above all, he ensured this was a great experience, and it was because he anticipated our needs as a customer (well, mine). Or, maybe he is a psychic...  : P But I was very impressed.\n\nHubby had the veal, and I had the seafood pasta. Drinks? Diet coke and flavored Iced tea.\n\nWhat was the magic? I am trying to avoid sugar, and nowadays if I have the 'regular' drinks, they taste crazy sweet, I don't like it... so when I ordered flavored tea, he happened to mention it could be very sweet. Thanks Mikey! I explained the 'situation' and all my glasses of tea were just perfect! I tried Blood Orange and Peach...\n\nThen we ordered. Aaand, he explained to me about the type of pasta used for my dish, and how it is more 'al dente'... How do you do it Mikey? Last few times (2 or 3 actually) that I ordered pasta, it felt to me like undercooked, and i didn't enjoy it as much. So he suggested some other type of pasta and I was a very happy customer : )\n\nHubby eat all his food, but I had like 3 meals out of this pasta : )", "business_id": "UexMw8s7B1J-RtFOQtCCsQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RNoMJJwCVz8AAR-usCvYUg", "review_id": "ykG6NrHu7Vdsm2r1CKRbnA", "text": "In n Out has never disappointed me (after I found out about \"fries well done\" that is...). For those who just don't understand the hype, it's very simple. Fresh, high quality ingredients. Doesn't taste frozen because it isn't (even the buns, cheese and veggies taste much better than other cheap eating options). The service is outstanding, probably because they pay more than other fast food joints. Now, I will say that the food is very good taken home or back to the office, but to truly experience it's greatness, it should be eaten immediately at the restaurant or in your car in the parking lot (so the toasted bun and everything else is crisp vs. soggy). It really makes a huge difference!", "business_id": "byFWmwlVSmUj-AmM6NZYvw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aLWpne__AtzidX5q11J6gA", "review_id": "2_JRO5sDmEpG7G1VSnRsQg", "text": "Went for lunch and had breakfast. Some of the best Chicken fried steak I've ever had!!! Can't wait to try the lunch items such as the chili burger. Great service!! If your in the area or looking for great diner food head here....reminded me of many great diners back in Connecticut I've been to .", "business_id": "iAYzRvyBrSkJDu_XZ-E1zQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bkmXk6OVwyjcqPbmbPCk9Q", "review_id": "y31kRjMBbaap_M8Z0Z1Xeg", "text": "When my husband and I were thinking of a place to celebrate our wedding anniversary, we thought of Roy's, since we were married in Hawaii. It was one of the best decisions that I have ever made.  This was one of the best dining experiences that I've ever had.\n\nFirst, their Aloha hour drinks are delicious! I could feel the warm ocean breeze as I sipped my Hawaiian martini and my hubby drank his Mai Tai (for only 5 bucks! Everything on the happy hour is only $5).  We dominated the happy hour. Everything was delicious, especially wagyu sliders and the ahi roll. YUM.\n\nFor dinner, I had the sea bass which was AMAZING. The husband had surf and turf- lobster tail and filet mignon. It was cooked and seasoned to perfection.\n\nFor dessert, we had a rich chocolate cake that they brought to us for our anniversary. We had the best time.\n\nThe service was outstanding. We sat at the bar and had a wonderful time with our bartender Larry. Since this Roy's was inside a hotel, it had a great, relaxed atmosphere.\n\nWe've since been to other Roy's locations, and they were NOT as good (even the Roy's in San Fransisco!). I can't wait until we can go back!!! If you get a chance, come here for Aloha hour. You will not be disappointed.", "business_id": "corPOxxIBRJ7DSpryYvorw", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-09-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Tmmzj1_OTuoKqCS4Kn5Cdg", "review_id": "TGpVYrFvBs5D5exDguBrmQ", "text": "Delicious", "business_id": "corPOxxIBRJ7DSpryYvorw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "hALs9RouD-dEPDHvQ_963g", "review_id": "CXP_KMPcAvnZAi_G2W8HWw", "text": "Love Extreme Pita! My kids love the pizza.", "business_id": "_HAYDjkPJVabBXyvx-u9YQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "fH9OSIlijo9Obp8ZDq8rBg", "review_id": "TAk9t_iguyzmv_U_k5IlkQ", "text": "What a great little spot!\n\nWent last night and I ordered the pho and she ordered the chicken soup. We both loved our food and would go again for sure. The pho was so good, I finished the whole monsterous bowl! \n\nThe owner (I am guessing he is the owner) was working and was very helpful. \n\nDon't be discouraged that this is located in a strip mall. \n\nDo yourself a favor and give it a try. It is cheap and worth the experience.", "business_id": "L_MtTn4IUBTmQtqqM2iFqA", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ErLPIRpE5B4xscL9sB6jYw", "review_id": "_MXbPzdAD5IIVUxB4j58kw", "text": "I enjoy eating at Tea Lite Cafe several times for lunch during the week.  When I am in the area I usually stop and order the Chicken Salad which has romaine lettuce, carrots, cilantro, cucumbers, and bean sprouts and a lite vinegar dressing served on the side. It is a gluten free salad that I have had many times. It looks good and is served promptly with slices of warm hot off the grill marinated chicken pieces.  My favorite drink is the iced Matcha Green Tea which is so refreshing with orange and pineapple juice blended into the drink. The service is prompt and the staff are friendly.", "business_id": "L_MtTn4IUBTmQtqqM2iFqA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jsIjcXXB8JXFT9tHyXmENg", "review_id": "SGeKcRUAPbDmkGjuinMTBQ", "text": "This is our go-to place at least twice a month. My husband loves the pork chops and I love the pho Tea Lite Special. The food is prepared fresh and you never have to wait. Their salads are excellent and their fresh brewed authentic green tea is a welcome change. Highly recommend.", "business_id": "L_MtTn4IUBTmQtqqM2iFqA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Y58Qc8rI1AkljUITymJesg", "review_id": "UyH7QG2Qk9A2PLPmCJC9lQ", "text": "Just like the other reviewers have mentioned, while the food is pretty good, the service and flexibility is non-existent.\n\nI ordered the shrimp and scallop garlic sauce. I don't really like rice and prefer Lo Mein noodles. When I asked for a substitution, I thought the server had seen a ghost. She quickly said. No...they can't do that. I asked not even with an upcharge? No. can't do it.\n\nWow. I was stunned. I probably should have just left but I took the dish as is. Their motto should be \"You get what you get but you don't pitch a fit.\" Really? A minor substitution like that? The place was fairly empty and it reminded me that again, I need to read Yelp before I go.\n\nTwo stars for the food quality.", "business_id": "v1ocqAm5soWTNPttLQhSZw", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "y8-O3KMMdWlCP8dqYq40bw", "review_id": "Xt-M6Cuv7B8c7TL12WJMVw", "text": "I have to update my review for this Domino's pizzeria. They now deliver to Desert Hills, and quickly too...usually under 30 minutes.  We've been ordering their pizza once a week for the past few months and have been very pleased with the consistency of a quality pie and great sides (my favorite is the chicken carbonara).  I highly recommend them for delivered pizza orders.", "business_id": "lOJ4sMs1EIZzqBV7duiO6A", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aaqc2F5_UYmEJdvUkTK7JQ", "review_id": "FfrpabZBbofrLvui52TqAw", "text": "Went to Legends to watch a particular game on Big 10 Network because we had been there before. Had our choice of seats because the place was almost empty on a Saturday afternoon. After a few minutes I knew why. Absolutely terrible service. Waitress forgot our order, beer and diet coke. Really tough. Never saw her again. Left money on the table after finishing my beer and left. Been there twice now, first and last.", "business_id": "d-rZazFFYvnjRZUhLTEUZg", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "dbgrCZFswU_5WrKmSTf_fg", "review_id": "eR_F06Duh5ga2M_vrQTFyw", "text": "Great food! The pizza was very very good. We happened onto the place because of a Groupon, and despite the hole-in-the-wall first impression and greasy smell the pizza was very good. This and Jimmy Joe's are our two favorites in town. \n\nUnfortunately the Wing's were not near as good; they bordered on bad. That's ok, though. The pizza made up for it. We didn't try anything else. \n\nRead some of the reviews about the bad service. We experienced only good service, a cashier/server who was willing to explain the menu and make recommendations. He was thoughtful as he came to our table, very polite. It was a little weird that he was wearing his muscle shirt and had his body building trophies on the counter, but he was nice nonetheless. \n\nSo our suggestion: Order the pizza, skip the wings.", "business_id": "m3O2EFVs3eo8s40MGGzmsA", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 7, "useful": 7, "cool": 8}, "user_id": "fwEPqYiyZCaB7QKY6a7h5g", "review_id": "kqlHDmBBETYDIgWquslSkg", "text": "After watching my sister try on wedding dress after wedding dress after wedding dress after freaking wedding dress all day, pizza and Netflix sounded like a well-earned evening. \n\nI wanted to shake things up from our normal pizza routine (two other NY Style places, one in Mesa and one on Arizona Avenue in Chandler) and finally got around to trying Buono's Pizza this weekend. \n\nIt's been on my bookmarks for years with several recommendations from friends, five minute drive around the block, can't hurt.\n\nCalled in a 14-inch Neapolitan Pizza with Pepperoni ($13.95 pre-tip). The lady on the phone was friendly, and let us know that it'd be ready in 20 minutes.\n\nWalk in, and the place is pretty cool. Nothing fancy, but covered wall to wall with New York Sports Teams Memorabilia and other affiliated decor. Divey. My kind of place! \n\nGot home ready to tear into some pizza and the Netflix cue. \n\nSlight layer of grease typical of NY Style Pizza? \n\nCheck. \n\nCrust that's still substantial and crispy despite said layer of grease? \n\nSo far, so good! \n\nThe pizza wasn't horrible; however, nothing stood out about it in terms of flavor . . .  And this was a very simple order, the ingredients should SHINE! \n\nBland sauce and unexciting cheese blend. \n\nPerhaps Buono's was just having an off night, but I found their pizza to just be average. Not the first place on my list next time I want to have a lazy evening in.", "business_id": "m3O2EFVs3eo8s40MGGzmsA", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "bYdUMQluPbp_zbIs_RLYDQ", "review_id": "mjvOy2_Dk1RX7lw9KxU9Vw", "text": "WEAK SAUCE...literally. Against my better judgment I decided to go to Dragonfly instead of Pho Ao Sen to spice things up a bit. I ordered the Pho Veggies and was sadly disappointed. The broth tasted like they had just started simmering it and then threw tons of salt and pepper in it to cover that up. The veggies were raw, which was fine for the bok choy but not for zucchini or red peppers or mushrooms. And another note on mushrooms, the menu says shiitake and I got raw/dirty button mushrooms. My friend and I were the only ones in there for lunch and the service still sucked. It's a good thing she is sick so she couldn't actually taste the broth (thanks to the half bottle of sriracha she dumped into her pho tai). Probably not going to this place ever again...", "business_id": "juzATNnxyBWEdQoDoKrEuw", "stars": 2, "date": "2009-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-zvxPPRbC2k1kJJOAEaQwQ", "review_id": "dA3MaBsruyOEAXIYXFuIXw", "text": "Fresh and wholesome food. Good value. Decent price. The owners take pride in providing a clean, relaxing, welcoming environment and good food. It's a hidden gem. Will come back.", "business_id": "wc0a0XLhcMkoEQx1TbuhpQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QGzRZoWOM1PN6oIYFDnfgA", "review_id": "O1MefimBGQxhqTuXeg6nHQ", "text": "I have been going to this Cheba Hut since I was a freshman in high school. During that time, it was simply because I enjoyed the novelty of the place, and the food was good. Now I return simply for the amazing sandwiches.\n\nThe entire menu is great. Everything is fresh. Great sides like fruity pebble marshmallow treats. Great staff. Great music. All in all, amazing sandwiches in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere.", "business_id": "KS2w8ychyieJbUqRa6kCHw", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0OAMlFMI85pM4-S8252U8w", "review_id": "nmwVNNOoXHqVfxoYGtn9Rw", "text": "This place isn't for children unless you like your kids to come and see all the 420 stuff then leave them home! Service is fast and excellent, the food is amazing! All the sandwiches are named off of different kinds of weeds. The koolaid machines are my all time favorite! I recommend this place to anyone who's a stoner and 420 friendly.", "business_id": "KS2w8ychyieJbUqRa6kCHw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "F16mzug4XEe6dBZZl4y33g", "review_id": "-gyRBbhEg6bihRP5EvLy9Q", "text": "One of the best Chinese places I have gone to in Phoenix. Their Orange Chicken is amazing, and I'm really picky about my Orange Chicken. My husband really loves this place, and we have converted his family to them as well. Will continue coming as long as we live in Phoenix.", "business_id": "8TGUK7LD3M-vLWml-jLb0w", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "a4LJJU26cSE7k12-0sEw0Q", "review_id": "o6PbFiS0FvfqEiN42h3nQQ", "text": "I have to believe that this is what it would be like at a neighborhood spot in any Japan city. They have a great looking menu and the food is awesome. Try any combo meal on the menu and you'll love it.", "business_id": "BBPkwpj9kSeDuy0uOwWHJA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "3VrsuHI2bSdRQJH_5kI2yA", "review_id": "IjMpZZG4RKPIGbRKHdKNYw", "text": "3 words:\nSoon.  Doo.  Boo.  \n\nthat is all.", "business_id": "PX3e3qtBx_5VC3vqq47jpQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "ci67CmnSsnvjiC3xlG_N0A", "review_id": "0JYLu-sYRQZZypZs7zbPbg", "text": "No longer a Korean Cuisine Virgin . . . and even though I have nothing to compare this place too . . . it was fabulous.\n\nFirst the Service . . . Seating quickly and our drink order was taken immediately.  When the waitor return with the drinks, he walked us through their menu . . . pointing out his favorite dishes . . . but more importantly . . . helping us decide between the two  dishes we were interested in . . . this is great since at that point I was still a korean cuisine virgin.\n\nMy choice . . . with my wiater's recommendation . . . Nakji Dol Pan . . . Octopus stir fried in a spicy sauce and served on a sizzling stone plate.\n\nSecond the Food . . . the food came quickly and was unbelievable . . . though spicy, not too spicy . . . however, the spiciness does grow on you over time.  The octopus, was cooked perfectly and almost melted in your mouth . . . and the side enhanced the overall taste of the dish.\n\nI will now definately try other Korean Restaurants . . . but it will be hard to surpass the experience I have here at Hodori Restaurant.", "business_id": "PX3e3qtBx_5VC3vqq47jpQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-10-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "XfUbS8krsXec3nKYA63jrQ", "review_id": "spuMXliTtPlzpsa889bL6Q", "text": "I saw a few comments here saying that this is a bad area for Asian food so they're surprised to find Hodori.  Are you serious? I think thisDobson Rd and vicinity area is great for Asian food - Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, and more.  Hodori itself is very excellent.  I've been coming here for years.", "business_id": "PX3e3qtBx_5VC3vqq47jpQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3XyuBpNbvrHukaEJyWBAsw", "review_id": "27lmNw-LHNR_Jiw3kk_Kvg", "text": "A safe house for your hang over.\n\nI found this place while on a 12 mile bike ride to ASU and back in 105 degree heat.  It looked like a Dive and  I was thirsty so inside I went.  It was a dive, a real good dive and I ordered a draft of PBR.\n\nMy first impression was that this would be a great place to drink off a hangover.   It was dark, cold, cave like with lots of dive character.  Where else are you gonna find PBR on tap?", "business_id": "Cp5_NSJFNgylD5SUdmT8nQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2009-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "_Q4Ks28-Jks-TjFT-YXw_A", "review_id": "KiBpOT5-rsvYoljfgWjdpw", "text": "Holiday Monday!!  Double stamp day! What a way to start the week!!  We tried the lumbr", "business_id": "8aPTQeDYOMNEu907WfflCQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-mg0tZ8TJyv3VD7ng3VVHg", "review_id": "6MIGVifTj-uMreI_t7zLyg", "text": "Now that i finished my meal, food is ok,  I ordered the orange chicken, and it was a definitely over done. \nI agree with a previous reviewer, definitely set up as a take out place, though I don't plan on taking anything out in the future. Staff is very friendly though.", "business_id": "s2-waYR5o7AZTNHeQVWRcA", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IW0dyVHamg_h3Pjg6T1AjA", "review_id": "m4F0CbM0kRBrcBfugz42Dg", "text": "I absolutely love this place. It's very inexpensive and one of my favorite Chinese Restaurants in the valley. Not the most appealing place to show up to, but the food is great and the service is fast. Can't get much more bang for your buck considering with every meal you get a cup of soup, an egg roll, or crab puffs. Can't go wrong here!", "business_id": "CuYHDItnOSfSlPfPDA9Btw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "VwrISspgnj0b7O7rfKOqxw", "review_id": "jghRMABRe0zB9-Hw_Z1UyA", "text": "This is the second (and last) time I've come here. The service is slow, the food sucks, and the manager appears to be sedated on what I can only guess must be some sort of opiod medication.  It also appears as though the store has not been vacuumed in quite some time.\n\nI'm actually writing this review live from inside the restaurant, and it took the staff longer to take my drink order than it did for me to write this review.", "business_id": "1DDTdvU06tng7o0vU7-rig", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "hBKgLtiPN4bWWI-_Kb1-mw", "review_id": "WA-RyUmLd0tRg6a0UhjEpw", "text": "Almost easy to miss, in a strip mall right before the 101 freeway.  Dining area is clean, staff is very friendly. We ordered the princess combo which comes with chicken shawerma, beef shawerma, chicken and beef kabob, rice, hummus and salad. All the meat was very good, cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. Hummus was excellent. We also tried the falafel which I loved, perfect recipe and cooked perfectly. There's a market inside so you can shop after you eat. All in all, it was a great lunch experience.", "business_id": "4rr-CJp0jMKr-kg9wnrTdw", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "fSsvZJNMgHZT363s27_QWQ", "review_id": "deeKabN-AdMg3xsZuVS27A", "text": "Only gave it 4 stars NOT because of the food because it was 'incredible'Just wish it was nicer inside broken floor tiles ect . Staff was very friendly place seemed to be clean. As I sad food was great .", "business_id": "4rr-CJp0jMKr-kg9wnrTdw", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Y5JR7LYkn_jWAHXtoS25QQ", "review_id": "x4mx9yxuFNrYloR2_1Ft3A", "text": "Love princess market for their food and market. Love the sandwiches and my husband and I often get the princess combo for two and always have leftovers for lunch the next day.", "business_id": "4rr-CJp0jMKr-kg9wnrTdw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iDdtgUzBAWux7-b8JWjAeg", "review_id": "1g-MaGa4O4GHVEkBXaJOhg", "text": "Place is horrible... Service was terrible and everyone was downright rude. This place also is dirty, complete filth- it looks like it has been there since the '70's... I don't understand how everyone was giving such rave reviews... The Board of Health needs to make a stop in here... The food was in edible...", "business_id": "PNrOTfMmE0CJFV9YwSLzYw", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TESe3g-BJSdZ5H4KC7yr9g", "review_id": "QX-Ctmmi1iDRy0EfxLte0A", "text": "Green chili burrito smothered in green sauce and melted cheese, rice and beans - time and time again - one of my fav meals anywhere.  I have tried green burros everywhere - Rositas is always the best.  Chips and salsa (and hot sauce) are the best around -and margaritas are great!  Sit at the bar and Mando always is the best bartender around.  I love Rosita's!!!", "business_id": "CuyNmwDOLeMTrbv2c6rNxA", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vNcErN0hwQc7fpjg02ZCiA", "review_id": "mv06KKD8Qvj_bScCyahy0Q", "text": "I just go here for iced tea during happy hour.  The microphone on the drive thru doesn't work properly and could not hear him and had to drive to the window to place my order. I'm waiting in line now, thinking I should have went to McDonald's for their iced tea. Much faster service. I feeling postal at the moment. The sheer ineptitude, man. Deep breaths, calm like still water. If you don't finish high school get a job here, I'm sure they will take you. The tea was tasty though", "business_id": "8NbZswmpIyWWHhpWqThQQQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ah9jZHtJ4Udmeb0r_0GdFw", "review_id": "JMkc2UEmuLRDfPommBkrjA", "text": "Good Sundaey and  hi ge e. Clean and bright.  Slow on the burger.  The help doubt know  the food", "business_id": "9B_rnGpDieUnMr7szjuaQg", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "TbUdzod1KVV2KYp82pdY5A", "review_id": "2p-EzhZVjbrTLcdTQu4IrQ", "text": "CARS GET BROKEN INTO ALL THE TIME AT THE ST PAUL BUCA.  We recently ate at Buca in St paul near the airport.  We parked our car in the next lot which we learned was overflow because there was NO PARKING in their lots.  My car window was smashed and a bag was taken that included valuables.  We ate outside and had a partial view of the parking lot, but this still happened!\nThe restaurant said this happens a lot and were not helpful in allowing us to view the security tape because they didn't know how to operate it.  We left info and have yet to hear from them.\nThe sign on the lot was not legible as they claimed, I will never eat there again and have spread the word based on their  attitude of not caring about their customers and the thefts that happen there repeatedly that they do nothing about!", "business_id": "sllZXXYijYUs-n80uSa96w", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "B7VtyrGlLC43FcGQUmNgwQ", "review_id": "iyNOb7_Quznt3h34NjFMag", "text": "This is one of my favorite chain - I can't resist steak (who can, anyway?)\nFor all other locations, you may expect a wait between 45 min to an hour, at least. But maybe I came in late (8:30pm, and it is Phoenix, people) that night, I did not have to wait at all. Or if you may, call in to check beforehand (should have kept it myself..)\nFood was alright, as usual - steak I said. Staff were faily friendly though, which cut off 1/2 star rating (the other 1/2 was lost to the actual quality of food - I mean, talking about Morton's..)\nOverall, it is a good place to go. Steak saves the world :)", "business_id": "Mm8x_jzeLrWlvDEnqhuCBQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "n2MzXcGvOrNaLh38VCs6AA", "review_id": "tTbWHURvBucGTZC0k3nsMw", "text": "Awesome customer service and food every single time I visit! I love it!", "business_id": "Mm8x_jzeLrWlvDEnqhuCBQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dm9A2WY_osWpblgnmzfm1g", "review_id": "q9eiynXW3UTRk5ir6u4NbQ", "text": "Not good. OCB is not a place for quality dining. It is best suited for folks who prefer quantity over quality.", "business_id": "9ocGgALmbzTZWOS7f7SYcA", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WJF8WTzzIWSxPOx6z3_t9Q", "review_id": "ZSbjvvwhj1lPQpx38LpsVQ", "text": "Tonight I took my Fianc\u00e9e here, to be frank I had a terrible experience. We were sat in a booth like we requested so we were happy. After about twenty minutes my soon to be wife finally got irritated and asked our hostess if we could maybe get some service,mind you I told her I wanted to just leave, and finally we got a server. Thinking we're good now, by this time we were ready to order, we did so. Once we ordered we waited another thirty minutes to get our food. That's not normally and issue but there were next to half the tables empty. That being said I have had some restaurant experience being a kitchen manager for two restaurants prior to my current career, that type of ticket time is ridiculous. Then the food was cold and tasted like it sat waiting for us and our server left it in the window. After that we will never go back! And I'm, I forgot to mention this is the third bad experience we've had at this specific location. Sad cause we like the chain.", "business_id": "bNGR0iQTx8hXRmQv4hV5gw", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-01", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "anXoF2MCJQduxUhckx9s2Q", "review_id": "h-jP560i4upiY25XlOrbdg", "text": "I've been going to Yokos for years and after taking several family and friends there and they've become fanatics as well. Great Mom and Pop place that has been there for a long time. A staple of Mesa for sure! Food portions are good and prices are cheap when you compare them to other fast Asian diners. Teriyaki Chicken never disappoints. Orange and house chicken is always good. Clean environment, good service, consistent food quality. If this place ever closes, I don't know what I would do with myself.", "business_id": "Js7xxK2D4Dc0W8XkAzc4cg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "c_mf2qhLHqrX6PvTZlGZ7Q", "review_id": "uKbILAShKu2aTR6beXfI5Q", "text": "Had the spicy ninja specialty roll and loved the crunch and flavor! Should have took pics, it was huge and perfect Friday happy hour/start the weekend goodness. Didn't think I would be able to get good sushi in Mesa and it was far better than just good. Get some spicy ninja power people.", "business_id": "6syMU43FKGkcbX2957Ga8A", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "b8Fnh1cHYSmFrH5uD67eeg", "review_id": "4EEzUwu_42WK4LXrdOliWA", "text": "They were great. We had a large group in for lunch. The servers were super nice. The food was standard Chills fare. For the price I think we all got more food than we could eat.", "business_id": "zARGEdB0JyPCPR0f3FKGxQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "g0ZZK7b1lv_NT5z5hOggog", "review_id": "ncCdyagcbbz6DPqMKgFb2Q", "text": "I sorta love this place. I have eaten here plenty of times and have only had one lackluster meal and that was a burger, so I just decided not to order burgers any more. The atmosphere is awesome. I love dimly lit restaurants because I think I look hotter when the lights are low. The service is the best you will find. You will never find yourself with an empty beverage glass. Never ever. The side salads are delish! They come with eggs, bacon and croutons and a yummy honey glazed croissant. That is a meal in and of itself. My favorite menu item is something fairly simple... it's the Chicken Ciabatta sandwich. It's smoked chicken, peppers, onions, cheese, and bacon on a ciabatta roll - sounds fairly simple, right? The combination of flavors is just really, really yummy. They also have a kick-butt Reuben and Chicken Salad Sandwich. I think the only dinner-type entree I have ever ordered here was the Meatloaf and that was good too. I would totally recommend trying Charleston's out if you've never been before.", "business_id": "Rus-ewyqLj2D1RlqK-je4w", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "m10HUfbNuZ45D0wN130VVw", "review_id": "ymgTAMFMINFZQ9GgZVa67g", "text": "Not impressed at all. Came for lunch and spent $60. Mediocre food and rushed service. Won't be back.\n\n\nHal S. From Charlestons attempted to contact me by phone but Yelp's message system did not cooperate, However even his attempt is to be commended.", "business_id": "Rus-ewyqLj2D1RlqK-je4w", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WditeVOxm9LcK4COOWZ-qg", "review_id": "QaV6da4cx70A5Idy1V_TxQ", "text": "So, we ordered 6 pizzas tonight for my son's b-day party. They got 2 pizzas wrong. We went back to complain and got attitude from them and no apologies.\nAre we ever going back? Nope.", "business_id": "NNRUSPcXr3lGpcaaA3-Epw", "stars": 1, "date": "2010-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Oq3jMOJPcKcxde2cAqjxiw", "review_id": "KSFQefKiH3nkC0YJV71KJg", "text": "I've visited Giant Hamburgers twice in the past month.  Both times I've had a fantastic, tasty, juicy cheeseburger with the works and add two green chilies on top of it all.  The fries are the best I've had since moving to the Phoenix metro area.  Move beyond the strip mall appearance and have a great eating experience.", "business_id": "AoO0FJyUm01lmIJJTcPWEQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2009-09-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "0vhQDZgKqxBUT7Fp5xMLbQ", "review_id": "ujCdhPM4lp395F6TgwIGVw", "text": "Had to try this place after reading some of the great reviews and I must say it really was  good! I had a cheeseburger,strawberry shake and fries all of which were very tasty! The only downside it that it is pricey considering it's all sold a la carte and they don't have kid size portions. Other than that it's worth a visit if you're feeling a old school burger and fries type joint! :)", "business_id": "AoO0FJyUm01lmIJJTcPWEQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "nV_FSdCBTY6WQ9BAZ_yfSA", "review_id": "GRhzOrPkmTDGZ9Rgu9M68g", "text": "This place is honest to the man upstairs the best burger place in the world. The owner Doug is the nicest man that believes in kindness and serving people the way he would want to if he was the customer. Food is amazing and experience is just as great.", "business_id": "AoO0FJyUm01lmIJJTcPWEQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "G5J5Uxi2ufFACmnY68Y_EQ", "review_id": "3a_T8ckVPhwhv5SJCXPWlw", "text": "Fun place, very unique. Obviosly the main feature is the organist and the broad array of aspects of the organ. The organist was phenomenal and could play every request that was given to him. We couldnt believe how many different things he controlled with the gorgeous organ. The cat puppets were creepy.\n\nFood: I would give the pizza a 6/10. The crust was a little crisp for my liking. \n\nSeating: Sit up top in the middle. These seats get taken first and the sides have pillars that slightly block your view, not bad though.\n\nBring CASH ONLY! They don't take cards.", "business_id": "VRxelK__tuQD0KBxx2LzeQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cHnlIFP5WwJRer7_C2NUng", "review_id": "een9HA1VE7JF3G7d1aB1xA", "text": "This is the first pizza place I went to the day we moved into town.  It was decent.  Their wings are great!  The garlic bread with cheese is huge and delicious.  Drink are just fine.  Overall, seems like a solid place to go watch a game or have a beer and pizza.. or wings!", "business_id": "zBGfa6Vx4K59v8OR81gzJg", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4YcJqGGs9Ayi11SmgVnNVg", "review_id": "X46mT83w7LyjmhaSLfumWg", "text": "What can you expect from a large chain American diner? Burgers and fries, meat and cheese, and potatoes...! \n\nI think this is a great place to take kids because the decor is whimsical (I stared at a huge poster of Leonardo DiCaprio my entire lunch). The prices are average but the portions are pretty big, so splitting a plate would be totally reasonable. Now, for adults...\n\nWhen I got there the server was super nice and very attentive (but not to the point where she was obnoxiously intrusive). I ordered a crispy chicken salad (?) with a honey mustard poppy seed dressing. It wasn't bad, but then again I came in with lower expectations/standards. The chicken was nicely done--lightly fried and really not that greasy. The vegetables in the salad could have used some help, as they were puny and shriveled. \n\nOverall, I enjoyed my lunch there and even though I know the food isn't great quality, it's not too bad once in a while.", "business_id": "-GYx5GAx_-4XEsn7mFwdkA", "stars": 3, "date": "2011-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1bV0I0j-YzDcfiXK2M-U8A", "review_id": "xxT_LgQdH1rgRTwxnPojvg", "text": "Ive been eating at Ned's for years and it is by far one of my favorite sandwich shops! The price is fair and reasonable. I get on kicks where this place is what I crave, they are worth stopping in and grabbing a sandwich.", "business_id": "YTR7zYN7F-zP98sqFTS2-g", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "y2BsslOJpG9pza19TBekMA", "review_id": "OwcIu-8UU-CZEjHPQ2fsYQ", "text": "Hard to find a better burger. The toppings are fresh and you get to put them on yourself so none of that false advertising like from other burger shops that show everything nicely placed and large pieces and what you actually get is half a pickle, a portion of a slice of an onion and it all slid off to 1 side.", "business_id": "-h1WpfgqAmJcJDqyXXJ2og", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "h214bv-vaHQ8EwRp8gpspw", "review_id": "SRJxde3TspjwOKEm1jMQww", "text": "If you have read my reviews before, been in the business for over 30+ years! - Had a smell of a GREASE TRAP when I walked in!!! My question is looking at other reviews, were they having a TRAP BUILD-UP, or something else!!!! WELL GUESS WHAT - If I was an inspector for NSF, I bet they had OIL THAT WAS BLACK and THAT IS SAD!!! If you have proper training, you can save $$$$$ by FILTERING TWICE A DAY and to BOIL OUT YOUR FRYERS EVERY WEEK!!!! The server was told, and NOTHING DONE!!! Will not be back! PLEASE NOTE: If the 5 & Diner Chain is still the way I remember, all locations are franchised, so please do not think every one is this way!", "business_id": "raBq_cc3L7xkVkbIf08BKA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kL5ZrH9jB88ajCnA-_4lRw", "review_id": "X1H8nkjIFuI2vBA8ycX0aw", "text": "I just got a new iPhone installed the yelp app, signed in opened it,   With All this spare time I have because. I'm still waiting for the sever to take my order. I've Ben here so long that I'm thinking of leaving but I'm sooooo hungry. They still have to take y order and make it!   Smh,  ugh..... Still writing ....... There's a Osaka across the street.", "business_id": "De7XFhoUwOuAsc0lxN0VyA", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-a7d79eTKvmkpHZT7ePYDQ", "review_id": "0pJmKBoOFKyWENoyE_mtng", "text": "This Denny's is pretty average. I am able to find some things that I enjoy eating here, so that is a plus.\n\nOne thing I didn't like however was that they would not take my expired coupon even though it was only a few days off. I have been to other Denny's that have taken expired coupons and many other restaurants will take expired coupons too, so I wasn't pleased with that. The service on the whole wasn't even that good.\n\nStill, they are at least always open and offer relatively cheap food, so Denny's is passable as A-OK.", "business_id": "2D7amHyeakOVlsSywblMkw", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-11-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "DU0F18NBXFZ-hsPOmGhzQA", "review_id": "jiVjvfjbjcGAkyRtkrXRYg", "text": "I've been going to Moki's for about a year, always for lunch.  The portions are generous, and seemed to be cooked to order.  The grilled Mahi Mahi is awesome, as is their spinach salad.  The staff is always friendly, even to us Haoles!  j/k.  Great staff and very good food.", "business_id": "7LuKiasIyGUEo7uipN10Eg", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "SOo3ZqzRyv3QcEeR2BsVmQ", "review_id": "YGr91pjVSbHfb75kfnso7A", "text": "Ok, this place was not clean. Tables were not wiped, chairs were all over the place, trach cans were overflowing, floors were dirty, finished plates were on table still. Overall, dirty!\n\nFood was alright, i've had better hawaiian food. Presentation wasn't impressing. Rice scoops were for babies. Islanders have huge appetites so it was shocking to see i got so little. It did fill me up though, cuz i ordered three meats and helped my sister finish her food lol! \n\nThe place wasnt loud, so it was somewhat peaceful. \n\nService, felt bad for the cute girl. She was doing everything herself. Serving food, wiping tables, clearing tables, cashier, and making desserts. She seemed calm so i think she did a great job, but alot of work on her hands. \n\nI gave two stars just because i was disappointed. \n\nPics came out nice though. Lol\n\nI would recommend this as a last resort if u r hungry?", "business_id": "7LuKiasIyGUEo7uipN10Eg", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "hrmIoIHpbhrAyYKhlraoOw", "review_id": "zO33Q3_EgLve3YUEB9Np8A", "text": "Hands down the best Mexican food in the Valley!  The green chili is amazing! The staff and owners are friendly and the atmosphere is great. You will not be disappointed!", "business_id": "g8l_86CgzcGYRUbnS_JWBQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-11-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-a7d79eTKvmkpHZT7ePYDQ", "review_id": "fb5AOspuIZaccy4RArUy6g", "text": "Some of my family really loves Serrano's, so I have been here at least a few times since I have been in Arizona.\n\nI personally don't think it is the greatest Mexican food, but I can see how it is a great value. Their prices are pretty good and they do give you a lot of food. The chips and dip are excellent, but I haven't been able to find an entree that I thought was too impressive. Every time I have gone I have ordered something different and I will keep trying to find that awesome platter!\n\nI think its an alright Mexican restaurant overall, but it doesn't excite me too much.", "business_id": "YW9iN8F9b-d-j3xn4edi9A", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "OHYCW9u9CagUHCLZAdqscg", "review_id": "Wb6-B9TuBo4rKaJ-KnHi0g", "text": "The food is not that great. Chicken was good, but the corn tasted synthetic. Very pricey, not many food choices. The wait staff were very nice.", "business_id": "SS073W0tN3nvG36Qy6n0qg", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-09-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-a7d79eTKvmkpHZT7ePYDQ", "review_id": "Kna1sqpdUp7Lt7vHzAejfQ", "text": "I'm a new fan of the Outback Steakhouse. It probably had been ten years since I had last had it until a couple of months ago. Now I have been there a few times and I plan on going back. I love ordering the shrimp as an appetizer and I have found that the Filet Focaccia Sandwich is awesome! I am not a steak person, so this suites me fine. Eating here can be a little expensive, but I really like the food!", "business_id": "0VyvlA1mZsDoYd3kkRjevA", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kOd6su9mJ8HjZyUcLLETWw", "review_id": "QD-KDKGQdxfKi3Ti0ueZTA", "text": "Went in there this past Wednesday evening.  Bartender had no personality-but had plenty when talking to two ladies who were obviously employees.  The three of them were talking about other employees and not in a complimentary way.  We came in to forget about work but all we heard was the Carraba's employees complaining about their work and fellow workers.  \nAnd one last note - $5.25 for 12oz beers is insane!  Won't be back anytime soon!", "business_id": "k-KhKfLPjBxjSHppWoUyOA", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "tq8ZyHd7ud3Pi05g3OyLRA", "review_id": "fZKocYPxg7S98CMYzaUnqg", "text": "Great bread and service. Nothing exceptional about the steak except for the price. For a supper club you would expect a really great steak!  although we had a coupon it still comes to over $50 bucks for two.This place missed the mark for a return visit.", "business_id": "OreqUicD2AP5QW2HblqRoQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Cw2uXlIgj4PMdE3u1YAKGQ", "review_id": "26EqeHWNKjtiRRNZfUrGiQ", "text": "Rarely do I come sonic but only when i have coupons. The little kids they had working on the night of 9/23 were loud and disrespectful. I had to repeat my order 3 times stating i had a coupon. Only to have the child raise their voice at me like she was a man. Chick needs to learn some respect and listen to the order the first time instead of giggling and acting like a complete uneducated idiot. Never coming here again and nor will anyone i hang around with.", "business_id": "UeDUK5HvDdQUoK3xEC91gg", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "w2W782R7eLMHxjYkiSBwsw", "review_id": "bFEP-ZdThbxwx9E_vx-B_g", "text": "I'm no expert when it comes to food, or BBQ for that matter. I've heard some people argue that this is not real BBQ. Honestly though, even a hint of my hometown food is good enough for me. This place is just enough for me to eat and be happy.\n\nMy wife and I love Vienna hot dogs, and until recently, I thought we'd never have them again unless we took a trip back to Chi-town. I was wrong, as they have brought a bit of home to us. This isn't the only place to do so, but they sure do it the way we like it and with a pleasant atmosphere. We also enjoy a nice Italian beef with au jus. I tend to get the hot giardiniera and sport peppers. The taste of these with their respective food is otherworldly in my book. This location in particular has never done me wrong and I doubt they could. They still have plenty of dishes I need to try and regardless of how it's cooked, as long as it's fresh, hot, and tasty, it will be devoured by yours truly.\n\nIt's just too bad they don't have jumbo dogs...", "business_id": "58J004jxfjm3ahG8BQwUNA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RmiR-4M-OkQXuMdL1yyFGA", "review_id": "eFJ4OocGOHr1wikoOio3eA", "text": "This place is a disaster!  The restaurant was dirty, they ran out of lobster, the manager was a total jerk...  I can't think of a single good thing to say about this place.", "business_id": "k8q3ypIoIzchdp3RoRUsJw", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "KSTOdz0lSFCkqBSRNwjERA", "review_id": "6pG_5hTGCrnIwovHXLB7mQ", "text": "Found this place on Yelp. I came by to pick up some Sonoran Hot Dogs to take to work. Fail! They don't serve hot dogs until after 12pm. It was 1130am and I didn't have time to wait. \n\nI saw Caramelos (meat and cheese sandwiched between 2 tortillas and crisp up on both sides) on the menu and decided to stay and order a couple of asada ones hoping they were as good as the ones from  BK in Tucson. Very tasty and almost the same but I still like BK better. Maybe because I got it to go and by the time I got to work it wasn't very crispy anymore. The asada was flavorful and not at all fatty. It definitely hit the spot. \n\nThe restaurant decor, signs, menu, and logo reminds me a lot of BK, too. Hell, even their condiment station offered very similar stuff. \n\nI will go back after 12pm one day to try their hot dogs. Even if those suck, I'd still go back for their Caramelos. Quick fix without having to go all the way to Tucson.", "business_id": "O-usNZUjADajkeYXIDAJiQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-28", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "DrWLhrK8WMZf7Jb-Oqc7ww", "review_id": "pf-45DWzp1ZhWaXxQfoooQ", "text": "They should have some kind of taste testing before a restaurant is allowed to put New York in its name. None of the pies resemble anything that would come out of real NY oven. The thin crust I spotted at another table looked ulta thin, ala oregeno's style and the hand tossed was overloaded with cheese and i was barely able to fold the slice. We ordered some combo pie with everything so it might have been impossible either way, but still lacking in quality and true NY style. The happy hour beers and free average garlic knots were a nice touch and the waitress was great. If your feeling romantic, ask for the booth in back cause it only has one side for people to sit on and your kind of forced to sit close. THey ran out of room and that booth is what ended up chopped.", "business_id": "WTxfdir4ZTJLA6aq6N6HzA", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-09-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PatxuWb8oGadji08OSmo_w", "review_id": "tLj26gKUOiRGtXIs35vywA", "text": "THE KUNG PAO CHICKEN IS LIFE!!!!!\nI tried this place a couple nights ago and I have been on a hunt for a seriously long time to find the perfect plate of Kung Pao chicken and Golden Valley Chinese has delivered. I don't know for certain if the restaurant delivers but even if it doesn't I am coming here. I only tried the Kung Pao but I am very eager to try all my favorite dishes here. Even if I like nothing else I will be coming back again and again for the Kung Pao. Based on the fact the that Kung Pao is delicious I am going to say that I will probably not be disappointed by them for everything else.\nI ordered for take-out and the restaurant was small but looked clean and I was helped right away and my food was ready quick. All good things on a Monday when I'm hangry and not wanting to cook.\nSo excited to come back and try more. Thanks for being awesome!", "business_id": "qc-YDANWNNI3iEwam7wy1w", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "AeucYo8J-rZjcq09Wuqsjw", "review_id": "Wd2b7jigiZK2EB5-sBA-uw", "text": "Awesome Aweome Awesome !!!!\n\nWe do not do pizza night often but every now and then we do and I suggested Nellos since I have driven past it several times as in the neighborhood and I'm always into finding new spots by the house. We check out the menu online and I am in LOVE with all of their ingredient choices! I'm a woman of variety and Nellos has it. We ordered 3 small pizzas and created two of our own and also tried the Bianca pesto Pizza as well. Everything was absolutely heavenly!!! The thin crust what eggplant/artichoke one we created was my fav.... you will never get eggplant at Pizza Hut people but Nellos is def worth the splurge! I picked up our pizzas about 25 minutes later and when I arrived pizza was ready and I was in and out in no time to get back to our Sunday evening of Guitar Hero. Cute spot inside and we well def be back to check out the bar and try out happy hour!", "business_id": "69c7z9ySnlqV87tITDGENA", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-11-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "rMWwX07dOMztEjMkXWim-w", "review_id": "MxdcYlyCKIGQdY0KbSCflA", "text": "Whenever we come out to Arizona to visit friends, my wife and I make it a point to visit Nello's at least once while we're out there. Why? Because it's darn good, that's why! \n\nNello's signature style pizza is this neat little hybrid of a pan and a thin crust. It's thin and crispy through and through, yet still has enough density to hold its own when the toppings start piling on. Yeah, it's a little different, but that's why it's so special. My suggestion is to get the Pizza Bianca, something about it and it's sauce-less, garlic-y, cheesiness just makes my happy.\n\nLet's not forget about their house dressing either. If I could somehow get it to survive with me on the 6+ hour drive back home with me to California, I would bring it home by the case. It's hard to describe, but it compliments a house salad oh so beautifully.\n\nSo, why only four stars?! Well, I've listed everything about Nello's that is worth mentioning. Everything else on the menu is sort of ho-hum. The wings and other sides lack texture and, more importantly, flavor. Stick to the pizza, salad, and of course, the beer on tap.", "business_id": "69c7z9ySnlqV87tITDGENA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 6, "useful": 0, "cool": 3}, "user_id": "hvgYD6Pmyaa6hS39ymIQBQ", "review_id": "0hgAAFYBfFYS2ok8DMP3LQ", "text": "I'm wary of anything that tries to pass itself off as \"Nawlins\" style food.  Mimi's may be a chain, but for all that, the food is quite good and reasonably priced.  If you're feeling the urge on a Sunday, let me recommend you call ahead for takeout.  They do a wonderful job and it will travel at least a good 15 minutes without becoming too cold.  Hey if you want to go spend your time waiting with all the other people in their \"I just got out of church\" outfits, go right ahead.  I'd rather book it to a park than stand around waiting for my name to be called.\n\nYou'll find the usual heart attacks on a plate for breakfast which is my favorite thing to order here.  Personally, I'm a dirty little whore for the Pain Perdu.  Is it the french toast? The cream cheese? The marmalade?  Taken separately, any one of these is a temptation that can be resisted.  Throw them together, and I would totally stick check your grandmother and mine if they were between me and my Pain Perdu.  Hyperbole? Perhaps, but I'm telling you -  This stuff is love on a plate.  LOVE.  Get it inside of you.  It will make you giddy.  Better looking, smarter, charming, successful.  Or at the very least fat.\n\nI could talk about the deliciousness of the Crab Cake Benedict, The Breakfast Quiche, the fresh squeezed orange and grapefruit juice, but I won't do it.  That would only distract you from the Pain Perdu.  Lunch and dinner are acceptable.  I like the salads, and the frisco burger, but there's nothing that really gets me all hot and bothered the way the Pain Perdu does.\n\nSay it with me, \"I'll have the Pain Perdu\"", "business_id": "qLXxp0rpzT4kG9tT3wZwfA", "stars": 4, "date": "2007-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cbekF4ugVTPgox62gTvouA", "review_id": "drQxX2Iexvp6ypB7f9axjw", "text": "My rating is based upon the pushy server a few weeks ago.  It was roughly 8pm and because I was the last table for the waitress, she first implied and then directly told me to speed things up.  At mid-meal she brought a plastic container (with lid) of iced tea as if I ordered a tea to go (with half my food still on the plate).  Bringing the check, she asked me to pay immediately because she was leaving------I said \"Don't you close at 10pm?\"  My guess is she is probably a good server and very efficient, but if she is starting to boss customers around, then it's going to send people away who may not come back (there are a lot of places to eat).....", "business_id": "qLXxp0rpzT4kG9tT3wZwfA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "IBxgFchRh2VblFbqCyvOng", "review_id": "tJqnjQ4s3ztYNWxFeqT6hQ", "text": "I have been coming here for about 7 Years and even show up in February when they shut down for a month for their vacation time.. This place is about the same as Da Vang in Phoenix, which I believe is their sister company.. \n\nWe go to Phu Thanh about 1 - 2 times a week. Use to be 2 times a week minimum when i worked by the Bank of America tower... Anyways..\n\nThis by far is the best Vietnamese place in town and definitely the best value. When you go inside, here and Da Vang, it almost looks more like a gutted house. They keep the environment cheap but clean, which keeps their prices down, -- come on, do you go for the food or social atmosphere? Me the Food....\n\nMy Faves and recommendations are listed in order of my preference\nCombo Fried Rice..\nPho #1 on the menu\nSeafood Fat Noodle #29\nBBQ Pork Short Ribs Served with Rice\nSpring Rolls\nSeafood Hot Pot", "business_id": "IXB3PGgSmw4bjTe9ll-tQw", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4pOusBtODNgYEL9c1xl9jw", "review_id": "vn7nWvwFhBzoevSDK3ShGw", "text": "Thr food here is good, however, nothing to write home about. Have been there 3 times now to give it a fair shake on the service. 2 out of 4 yes the service has been below satisfactory. The food prep was mediocre and no attention give to actually servicing it \"hot\". The times that I've been there were non-busy times with no excuse to have such a low level of service. \n\nWill only return upon request by my other half and the fact that it's extremely close to our home.", "business_id": "_9h-jH3YOkAU9-2A-dy6YQ", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-10-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 3, "cool": 6}, "user_id": "FZXXSGOw4BBWmB7eyAGSnw", "review_id": "YiWDOUPvp9BB6sGTylB4yg", "text": "I was to have a lunch meeting here, but it took me a while to find this place.  Why?\n- I'm still a moron while navigating Arizona streets, and I get confused with \"N\"orth and \"S\"outh addresses.\n- I ALSO found out that the numbering and directions change depending on the city.  As I was travelling North on Alma School in Chandler, I then turned around after a while because I saw I wanted a \"South\" address.\n\nAfter much confusion, I finally found the bland, yet clean restaurant in the mini-mall BEHIND Safeway, and had a good meeting.  After the meeting broke, I ordered a bulkogi and chicken combo, and the owner, Ray, sat down to chat with me.  We talked about how we both missed Oakland Chinatown and complained about the Arizona heat.  He told me about how he moved to Arizona some 30 years ago with his wife (who is from Hawaii), and how they started this restaurant a good 20 odd years ago, before the plate lunch fad hit the mainland.\n\nAnd he told me that weekends are a good time to come, so he can set me up with a new girlfriend.  Work your magic, Ray!", "business_id": "vIDQO_9Ytf10vEndDOih8Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2007-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8SEU0lolGnsZ0rBCcGS8-w", "review_id": "MFzF32H4Knola3LoadQOjg", "text": "Being born and raised in Hawaii this place isn't so great.   The only items that are good are the saimin, fried saimin, and the guava cake.  Everything else is pretty horrible including the spam musubi! They don't even cook the spam, it's like they sliced it out of can and placed it in the musubi mold. If you want real hawaiian food head over to Paradise Hawaiian BBQ at ASU!! They even serve meat jun there.", "business_id": "vIDQO_9Ytf10vEndDOih8Q", "stars": 1, "date": "2012-11-30", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5Vv7wl3lsJyfprgaYW52sA", "review_id": "GXVXDyx8BKHzUtNbBVx1fQ", "text": "Amazing food and generous portions. Great staff and clean dining area. I like the rice topping. I see why they've been there for 30 years.", "business_id": "vIDQO_9Ytf10vEndDOih8Q", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WZVEyhhl684T7tnY26pEJw", "review_id": "_1PfBCnP09q2HS2qqARRTQ", "text": "Went here for the first time recently with a friend who mentioned it! I had never heard of it before, but then again I don't live in Mesa.\n\nWe initially went here to get breakfast since I love breakfast places, but both of us ended up getting lunch. I got a hamburger and it was great, but my only complaint is that the bun was dry. Which is a big no no with burgers, cause if the bun is dry, the whole thing crumbles apart, so hence the minus one star. The fries were freaking delicious though! Great service, too.\n\nThey should do a Groupon! I would buy it!", "business_id": "2nzUx_M8Szyzsf4CszHasw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "gLWA_hxaFRFQJWDTSGgGOQ", "review_id": "DLFhNAoRa3UMosIIBIl9TA", "text": "I went there for breakfast for lunch and it was pretty tasty. I got the chicken fried steak and the gravy was amazing. The portions were big. Overall a great meal!", "business_id": "2nzUx_M8Szyzsf4CszHasw", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-8g5y0vhBBizxp3b73fruA", "review_id": "7u0io8ZrGQrBjIaL1zEFdg", "text": "Passing through Phoenix and ran into this place. It is hidden in a business mall but what a great find! The special today was a bandito omlette which was covered in a tasty red sauce. Moist eggs and properly portioned ingredents and seasoning.", "business_id": "2nzUx_M8Szyzsf4CszHasw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PxiR8eWNLqN1RWLqMG8GCw", "review_id": "q248PteMqUdGC7DnG67wXQ", "text": "I go here when Buffalo Wild wings is packed full of sports folk. Their wings are good and decently priced. The building is very small and hard to spot from the road. If you are a food snob then this probably isnt the place for you. \n\nEvery time my husband and I have been here the staff was very friendly. \n\nBeware of the restrooms!", "business_id": "maF18Z12TB2L_bV9CAhNrA", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "uLl--7BS9Cj6qOY2IqoyiA", "review_id": "HZYEfNTerT79qxgqocg0Iw", "text": "Salvadoreno Restaurant\n303 E. Southern Ave\nMesa, AZ 85202\n480-964-5577\n\nHaving never eaten Salvadoran food before, I decided to try it, and am so glad that I did. This is totally different than Mexican food.\n\nThis is a relatively small restaurant, with a tiny kitchen, but don't let the size fool you - that tiny kitchen turns out some wonderful food. I noticed that I was the only gringa in the place - a good sign that the food is muy authenitico.\n\nThe waitress brought my drink along with a nice, crisp cole slaw type salad with some greens in it that I was not able to identify, but which gave it a nice flavor. Service is a little slow, but I attribute that to the fact that every dish is cooked to order - no steam tables here.\n\nNext, was the main course. I ordered the Lengua Guisada ($9.95). Nice, big slices of tongue braised in a wonderful mild tomato type sauce, served with rice that had veggies in it, and small dish of liquified black beans along with two of the most succulent corn tortillas I have ever eaten. Instead of being crisp and crunchy, these were firm on the outside, and soft and tender on the inside. For the more adventurous, there is also hot sauce on the table. The flavors were all wonderful, and I used the corn tortillas to mop up all of the sauce on the plate. I would be lax if I didn't mention the fact the that food was served steaming hot.\n\nI had to try the Pupupas, which are stuffed corn tortillas which are then grilled. I tried two different ones, and although I was entitled to get rice and bean with them, I opted not to have them because I was already getting full. The first Pupupas was stuffed with shrimp and cheese, and had a lovely texture and flavor. They have a tomato based sauce on the table that you can slather on your Pupupas if you so desire. I found that it really augmented the flavor and ended up using it on both Pupupas. The second Pupupas was shredded pork and cheese, and while tasty, wasn't up to the flavor profile of the camerones.\n\nUnfortunately, by this time I was stuffed and had no more room to try anything else, but I will be back to try some more. Next time I want to try the Sopa de Pata/Mondongo, which is a hearty soup of heart and beef tripe, along with the Ensalada de Camarones Asados, which is a grilled shrimp salad.\n\nIt's hard to leave here hungry - you really would have to work at it!\n\nSanitation was good and the place is handicapped aware. They also will modify menu items to make them vegetarian.\n\nI give them 4 stars for a really tasty meal that was muy authentico.", "business_id": "vxPPpj5jJKO8DtapF5S-NQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FE_qUh1_i2avApjzi7PBmQ", "review_id": "HXzC1prU503asO4PNcu0zg", "text": "This place is super convenient for me.  I work in the same area as this caf\u00e9.  I call in my order and they have it ready for me within five minutes.  I get the French toast with bacon every time.  They even know that I don't like butter so they won't put it in with my meal.  I've never tried lunch or dinner there but the breakfast gets a 4 star with me. \n\nVery friendly staff and good food.   A nice place to bring family and watch planes come in or just grab your meal and leave.", "business_id": "vjHkbRBdUwG8aHDXllz37A", "stars": 4, "date": "2013-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5mAv9SAuYLpj9-JJ5Sj_3Q", "review_id": "NMGSOcBocuNRZQ_Kz5M0TA", "text": "Good place! Awesome salsa and very good service! Our server Laura was great!", "business_id": "8gzwqbiqJ6126_myoDchGw", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gqtKmTHz6549Z9NxJt4Ihg", "review_id": "DnzrirRvRpZ4k2WJ9CHXPQ", "text": "Still our favorite restaurant in the entire Valley. The freshest homemade food- always perfect, the ambiance & the true care & hospitality of the exceptionally kind owners are what draws us to this wonderful eatery. Absolutely 5 stars in every category.", "business_id": "bpPVn4nF8YR40BjhO6YP1w", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "jsXldJRsm5tsIQLfbLa1jQ", "review_id": "ybE6tsfdwjo2hKebNpvh8g", "text": "Great food and great  service! Prices are reasonable. The breakfast burritos there are very good! Small town dinner, makes you feel at home!", "business_id": "OrXzZB0M0DbPXx3F_X6GkA", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-09-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "KObJkiFm1c-NhnAHCaN3oQ", "review_id": "htnECRsqF_HwOWwh6BeRqQ", "text": "Stopped in for dinner around five (dinner time).  We were greeted and seated right away.  Our drink order was taken by an employee who appeared to be the manager.  After that it appeared some type of a shift change was going on.  After our order was taken it was a very long time for our food to arrive.  Our drink glasses went empty.  When the food did arrive it was good.  We were given pieces of pie on the way out due to our wait.  \n\nHad the food arrived and drinks refilled this would have been a 4 star review.  With the very long wait I feel I am being generous with a 2.", "business_id": "weCbIA8mCkVw7zmxPNT5sA", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-04", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "FiR6IuGD3xNUW-x1q62FZA", "review_id": "mS7Iw4vM1t6aScL2JbY1jw", "text": "I didn't feel that good spending my money here food was ok but the customer service not that great", "business_id": "qoQXJhIPTmAuZERLT9QiLQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "aKRfTpZ0v2UUN_RnOdbnjg", "review_id": "SX4jcLrvM2RPexqTnTXL4Q", "text": "Hungry for breakfast while on a road trip, we ventured into this Cracker Barrel on a Sunday morning. Big mistake. The service was  less than efficient. One staffer took our order, a second staffer brought the food, and a third staffer brought the check. The food was almost inedible. The eggs were cold. Not warm, but cold. The 'hash brown casserole' was a strange gummy mixture that tasted vaguely of potatoes, and was also cold. The sausage gravy was at least warm, but tasteless, and the biscuit was stale. It was a less than pleasant experience, and I am not likely to frequent this chain again.", "business_id": "g5csdtYUt97hkexFMCVf-g", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "vVyCludA_SmJZjxxSHBFMw", "review_id": "fKiVNz7myukoPFFDl3tF6Q", "text": "The food is run of the mill Mexican food - decent and filling. However, the service is slow. The waitresses are friendly, but a weekday lunch with few customers should not take an hour.", "business_id": "WpH3Ri68nUtb6wCp8QAePw", "stars": 2, "date": "2014-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "6LFN_kU34NZ8zqdcbmnV8w", "review_id": "bjtA6egfRvf7VD-JAlhPSw", "text": "Oh my, the seafood spicy noodle soup is soooo good.", "business_id": "jLxo_UgnGfKHSPK7gGa5LA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "x1l4rzEFFkxWxkYDIUhYhw", "review_id": "SfGoX6Bf_hoNJG2EL-fjgA", "text": "My husband and I decided to try Little Sombrero for lunch a few days ago, because both of us love Mexican food (burritos are probably my husby's favorite meal). We were not expecting anything much, and sadly, we got even less than we were expecting. I should have known something was wrong when they didn't have carne asada or pico de gallo, but we were hungry, so we gave it a chance.\n\nBoth of us ordered burritos. I ordered mine with a lot of extra stuff on it, because I love taste and spice (I had a chicken burrito with green chile sauce, tomatoes, cheese, beans, lettuce, and sour cream). I asked for pico de gallo, but they didn't have it. My husband got a regular chicken burrito. He asked for guacamole, but they forgot it. Everything was BLAND, BLAND, BLAND! Although I could see the green chile sauce, it didn't taste like anything. The chicken was tasteless, the tortilla was soggy. All of the ingredients tasted like someone went to Walmart, bought a bunch of bulk canned food off the bottom shelf, and then slapped it into a factory tortilla without adding any kind of flavoring, not even salt. Absolutely disgusting. I've eaten better hospital food.\n\nWe paid $13 for a plate I took home and fed to the dog. We will definitely not be back.", "business_id": "NQRePJxA_ev-38n41HLlDQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2010-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4mBhZq-1aL8Ikf2Bi7RlLA", "review_id": "3uF73yrnxI2jqtGOK8ztMw", "text": "Although this restaurant is constantly being praised by the people of this city, I see nothing worthy of such praise. The salsa is the saltiest I've ever encountered and accompanied by stale chips. When you order a chicken burrito, thats really all you get. It's a rolled up tortilla with subpar chicken in it. Where's the sour cream? Oh thats extra. Where's the beans? Extra. Where's the rice? Extra. Where's the guacamole? extra. By the time you build it into a great burrito, it has grown to double the price. \n\nIf you like bare bones and bland food...go for it. At least it'll be cheap.", "business_id": "CVojju8FvPexy9scJ92wVQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2012-11-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RzLxA6ljK4khGYSDhvToQw", "review_id": "59ZgizWNxhNs79tFmLIOIA", "text": "Well I am not going to tell you it is the most fancy or fine dinning, But it is one of me and my friends favorite places in Arizona. The menu doesn't  change this is true but there has been three other buffet places in Casa Grande and out of them TWO has closed. One had a larger and fancier menu and it was right next door. It still went under. I grew up on this food and my friends and I will still drive 45 mins to get to the restaurant.", "business_id": "2gBKQ-epOTPMNvXoGyyVbQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "8Fhyi6U9-3OZC0j8DY3TPQ", "review_id": "erdAtq9oPWF0Sepfx5Kr1A", "text": "We came for the blooming onion. It was cooked in old grease, but still tasted good. The Rib-eye was very tough, as were the kids steak bites. The firecracker Shrimp was ok for breaded shrimp. This was my first time coming to Outback in about 10 years. I was disappointed, but I must admit. I would come back for the blooming onion and happy hour.", "business_id": "r6zT-YqmOtHg8BJT3LLzfg", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-11-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "dJo7t7_zMBWp65grEMXMzA", "review_id": "-jWt-aohejTT3VhhjIElVg", "text": "As always the pizza and service is excellent.\nMeat pizza and Pomodoro exceeded expectations! Yum", "business_id": "dG7KLQ1a584wI5jSADIPIg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "C5hDZleIfHtcXS9p4ZYBuA", "review_id": "O5jmjTlRCgTRpuqwoc9z3A", "text": "The garlic knots are to die for.....i could eat a huge bowl for them for my meal.  I really, really, really hate that they have a wait staff so you have to tip. I think it would be more family friendly if you ordered at the counter, took a seat, and waited for your food to be ready to either pick up at the counter or have someone just bring it to the table like other pizza joints.", "business_id": "YF6Z8PhNWN0ZR33hfvZRjg", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-09-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "uwCnv0lpGif7ONdELQPj0Q", "review_id": "Jg8t2fH8WxNUkQdAFgPB-A", "text": "Excellent customer service and environment.   The servers are really polite and easy to talk to and are really diligent.   Our server,  Jeff,  was really polite in offering us a free pizza for a very minor slip-up and was on-top of every bit of request we had.   His service was quick and precise as well as polite!   On top of that,  the pizza here was fantastic.   The cheese was nice and creamy,  the crust was also nice and crunchy with a great doughy center.  Would definitely eat here next time I pass by Arizona!", "business_id": "YF6Z8PhNWN0ZR33hfvZRjg", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 5, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "3j3XrXZ9_02CVqmXHsWqzA", "review_id": "A7wLqjBkOWbLgNGBa7befQ", "text": "I should have reviewed these guys years ago...so sorry for the delay. Again, you probably have to take into account that I'm a NYer living in AZ, so I generally seek out food that compares in taste and style to that which New Yorkers are accustomed to. We have phenomenal Chinese food in NY that grows from \"hole in the wall\" take out restaurants in cracks and crevices in the city. Red Dragon is such a place and I'm so happy that they're here. I only wish I didn't live a half hour away from them!\n\nDespite the drive, they are worth the trip. They aren't fake Chinese food like Panda Express, so if that's what you know to compare them to, it may be a different experience for you. \n\nThe owners are from NY and they tout their place as \"NY Style Chinese Food\". They have and KNOW what duck sauce is! Hallelujah! I am always shocked that Chinese food places here don't use it nor know about it. Soy sauce is not the only Asian condiment people! Try duck sauce on your rice or dunk your egg rolls and spring rolls in it. DELISH! My husband loves the fried chicken wings (cooked in peanut oil). We adore the General Tso's chicken, their egg foo young is great and the rices are to die for! Great egg drop soup, chicken or beef and broccoli and too many other menu items to count! Anyone from NY will know just what I mean about the style and anyone from anywhere else- give it a try!\n\nThere's no fine dining, you won't want to eat in, as it's really not a sit down restaurant- no booths, cheesy tables and chairs, but I'm not use to eating at a Chinese food place unless it's a buffet anyway, and this is not. This is just amazing NY style Chinese take-out, definitely worth a try!", "business_id": "zlatJeuJl05vsJoHM6XEDA", "stars": 5, "date": "2012-09-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "MN8ElfFLrbD676S24IRu6g", "review_id": "EPkM0ZiRn_0eam-n2LJKzw", "text": "I can only say that anyone not giving this place high ratings is obviously NOT from NY.  This is the real deal.\n\nI drive all the way from north central to get a pie.\n\nFor anyone who wants a true 'back home' experience, get the pizza!!\nI can't comment on the other items because I can't stop ordering the pizza.\n\nIt's true that the girl behind the counter isn't always the friendliest - but hey, that's just like NY too.", "business_id": "P4ORLZJfbN9yExjg13gVMw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "XM6M-WWbCAeLy83jrABkcA", "review_id": "A6mdUL_lDch3MSZnN0X6Fg", "text": "I have been here a couple of times and have decided the chorizo burro is the way to go. The tortillas tastes homemade and the chorizo is good and spicy. I prefer my burro without the potatoes which sometimes will make the egg to chorizo ratio a bit on the heavy side with chorizo. For lunch, I've had a red chile and cheese enchiladas. I didn't care for the enchilada sauce or the red chile. They keep their salsa at the counter in a tub of ice. In my opinion leave it there it's only so-so.", "business_id": "Lx4ZFP6dIMzi7Ib-ljV-ww", "stars": 3, "date": "2008-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "r7D9K58Ta7CFt13VIuNoHA", "review_id": "E2Xl4kh8Z7s0AEnbrv9uTg", "text": "I went to this place on a Sunday morning and it was a complete mess. People were waiting 30 minutes for a burrito. One guy walked out because he did not get his order. I waited 30 minutes and when I still did not have my order, I asked the girl at the counter. In an rude and angry voice, she said that it had gone out \"a long time ago,\" which is funny because I was sitting right by the counter. So this place is slow and they lie to you.", "business_id": "Lx4ZFP6dIMzi7Ib-ljV-ww", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0AbPhr31EpMgsOCCroUb9w", "review_id": "LEWueED-WMHGDnwawU7XAQ", "text": "Good food, nice outdoor patio, moderately priced....unfortunatly, service needed some work. They offer unlimited chips and salsa and bean dip, and negro modelo on tap! Amazing chicken chimichanga!!", "business_id": "NYIyTj2AZJpAo7XIM-Z7lw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-31", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "kUCw_VUn0zoYSs9479gsWg", "review_id": "VLR1S-6drPpPWe31L2e2yg", "text": "I freaking love this place. I went for the first time with a group 2 months ago and every time anyone suggest meeting for dinner or lunch I always suggest here. They have really good enchiladas and you cant beat a $5 margaritas on Fridays.", "business_id": "NYIyTj2AZJpAo7XIM-Z7lw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Z4TmS3PX2p6nPmrCA1l5kQ", "review_id": "mGo2Mby1so5U3fFz2QEBUA", "text": "Food was excellent! They lost our order so it took over a hour to get our food...service was alright", "business_id": "NYIyTj2AZJpAo7XIM-Z7lw", "stars": 3, "date": "2015-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "XqMkm-DD9VsdcKx2YVGhSA", "review_id": "Pya0pbHItlFie1Dci0dbHA", "text": "Cheap eats, fast service!  I can dig.  Pho is my comfort food.  The Pho is alright, but I guess you get what you pay for.  For about $5 it's quick and yummy.  The portion size is just about right for an Asian dude like me...not too much but not too less.  Service was quick...ninja style! I just finished my water and it's full already right when I stuff my face full of noodles!  What's up with the lighting?  It's always so dark!  I'm scared!  Where's my Pho?  What am I eating, and where the hell is the bathroom?  - enjoy!", "business_id": "jJlOPkv4Xl6vxNzr51fnYw", "stars": 3, "date": "2010-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pQ6ij6cOBRB3yJGHbVZHUQ", "review_id": "PpVVmfZ78V6XGiRUmostYg", "text": "Service is FAST and efficient. Beff Pho was tasty, but I wish they offered the shrimp AND pork spring rolls. I opted for the deep fried egg rolls and they were much like you would find anywhere else. They came out so fast (and temperature wise) I suspect they were pre-cooked. Still overall a good experience.", "business_id": "jJlOPkv4Xl6vxNzr51fnYw", "stars": 3, "date": "2012-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "RBDtyKZikapjNSjno66Azg", "review_id": "SPSzsB5TY_EvtTLLa1NzuA", "text": "Another one of my favorite places to eat.  Very large dining rooms and tables to accommodate large parties. I live right up the street and frequent here.  I order the 12 a lot and if I remember right the 41 (beef dish)  is really good as well.   Love the shrimp spring rolls and the Thai tea.  Lots of great food,  great service,  great place to eat.", "business_id": "jJlOPkv4Xl6vxNzr51fnYw", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-09-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5Vv7wl3lsJyfprgaYW52sA", "review_id": "uFzllpMNJAjLdZaa3oBkYQ", "text": "I'm Vietnamese, so I know damn well what it should be like. First of all, every place with a rice dish will have short-ribs ( i didn't want pork chop). Ok no big deal, I'll take your other beef. They brought out cooked shrimp and beef in less than 5 minutes....does that sound right? I tried eating my food but my meat was cold. I poked Around with my finger and every part was cold. I politely told the lady I can't eat this. I walked out and she followed out and told me they can warm it up for you. Hell no I will not take spit in my food, no thank you!", "business_id": "jJlOPkv4Xl6vxNzr51fnYw", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LrPrLrs6UW8BEJ1xzpfnkg", "review_id": "YMERn3Psz3_1-LU318ppew", "text": "I've been here a few times and its just ok for me.  My mom calls this joint \"the white head place\" because its chock full of seniors. But if you qualify for the senior discount and you have your coupon for buy one get one that is pretty awesome. Adjust expectations to just ok and you will not be disappointed. The service is good, its clean, the food comes relatively quickly. I'll continue to come here.", "business_id": "y75baZnoI51J8WS7NK9FHQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-26", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "DNCcraZJkkdpaGzbYYcECg", "review_id": "865_Fbr17ClOnJ9VwygNOg", "text": "Great pizza good pasta. The pepperoni muffins and bar b que chicken muffins are the greatest things on the planet. They are so tasty. Staff is super friendly and helpful, they went above and beyond to make my 7 yr old daughter feel special.", "business_id": "y75baZnoI51J8WS7NK9FHQ", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-09-27", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "FLdun6KWwAh-gC8VHVZGCw", "review_id": "6v9AVEW9fMCk5pawu2S9kw", "text": "A friend steered me here for the horchata, but you know what?  It just wasn't very good.", "business_id": "4M1fVHmnSyNg-fNW247-QA", "stars": 2, "date": "2006-09-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "cBG3WD3mKDfZ1BNu7Do50A", "review_id": "8rGffVJzTG5aiyawR0bZ3g", "text": "I used to be a regular at this restaurant. The food is that good and the menu that varied! But then they went and redecorated, removing the booths, tables and chairs, replacing them with tall tables and high stools. The furniture is so uncomfortable I don't go here often, (although I do still order take out), which is too bad. Everything on the menu is delicious including the salads, pastas and pizza.", "business_id": "a9Wk44qJLWoJQT-_H8MB-w", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-10-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "lqsh1nuvPd4cIk4iPFdSzw", "review_id": "BkyPMSSmw08AtlwRn4FfYw", "text": "We have been eating there for years and the best on this side of town. Every once in a while things get a little no so nice. Tell the waiter what is wrong, and they cheerfully replace your order. Prices are right and large portions. What else could you ask for?", "business_id": "NRdF06RW3QNTUBWdJT936w", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-15", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "MvgEKRk01xlBq5FrFo7wGw", "review_id": "jDzHtHS9U--hljZgkxjarg", "text": "SUCH good food, SUCH good prices, SUCH generous portions! I live in San Francisco but I will be sure to make a trip to Pita Jungle everytime I am in Phx.", "business_id": "1Duul3qCnLrNak1Np-iHfw", "stars": 5, "date": "2007-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "gN4JuiRC2sIssc1qijg4Zw", "review_id": "T3s-aJqWZFr8e9WrNMNAcg", "text": "Been here 4 times and everytime I've enjoyed what I've had. Very local and fresh, kind of a hipster type of place. Local art on the wall, wait staff seems stoned, and the mango tea, is addictive. PESTO PIZZA add chicken is the BOMB!!! Do not come here with out ordering the cilantro/jalapeno hummus......orgasmic!!! I would pay big money for that receipe!!!", "business_id": "1Duul3qCnLrNak1Np-iHfw", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-09-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "eNUtaWdbv87nxrFCHlCsjQ", "review_id": "QtwTRKiUnDho0k8RyrJGBA", "text": "I luv, luv, luv  this restaurant, so please don't let the quality slip, ok?  \n\nI was there during the week about 3:00 pm and there were about 5 people total in the restaurant.   I ordered the red lentil soup (a fav of mine!) and it was served at room temperature and I think they changed the recipe because it was bland, lumpy and grainy instead of smooth and creamy.  so send it back, right?  Sent it back to heat it up and it then it came back only slightly warm.  Just declined it after that.  Really Pita Jungle?  Don't have a microwave?    The veggie burger was yummy and delicious, though.", "business_id": "1Duul3qCnLrNak1Np-iHfw", "stars": 3, "date": "2013-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 5, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "P2kVk4cIWyK4e4h14RhK-Q", "review_id": "n1VihkV040cRzEsFWbynkw", "text": "Inverse rule of diner wait times:  For each employee working in excess of the number of customers you will wait 10 minutes beyond what seems like a reasonable time for your food.\n\nI have odd habits when I walk into bars & restaurants-I identify the exits, estimate number of diners, actually count if below a dozen, mentally tag troublesome looking folks.  Everybody does that right?  Anyway, before we are seated:  9 on staff that I can see, 8 customers.  Hmm.  Diner fare should take about ten minutes, add ten for the +1 staff count...ding!  My meal took 20 minutes.  Slow for a diner. \n\nThe only reason I am increasing my review to 2 stars is that everyone else I ate with seemed OK with their food.  My cheese omelet was overdone (when the eggs start turning grey) yet somehow they managed to not melt the cheese on the inside.  Neat trick.  I would have sent it back but I was so starved I scarfed almost half right away.\n\nAnd the home fries.  Deep fried.  Ugh.  I have never seen deep fried home fries before.  They should be called home double fried fries.  I had a stomach ache for about 12 hours after eating here.", "business_id": "kNnk3xy9eb4ym8nljQUGlA", "stars": 2, "date": "2008-09-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "l2zoX2M4OBuAE_q2A5qW8A", "review_id": "zRqtmlQl_1NDvIxphfhuwQ", "text": "Attaching picture. Cut was not even and there is a black edge on the bagel. The amount of cream cheese is extremely tiny. Would it kill them to put more than a tiny thin layer of creamcheese on the bagel. And cut it down the center straight. What else does a bagel place really have to do", "business_id": "H74aYRotUzWjAm8CEExOrg", "stars": 1, "date": "2013-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "pUf-Q50sjSN93syXoRFVCA", "review_id": "4ppJR_Q-cKC8s4M900fSng", "text": "Looking back on my past dining experiences, I wouldn't pay the extra dollars to eat at Ruth's Chris, Morton's etc simply because their quality of meat doesn't appear to be significantly better than Black Angus'.  I have never left this specific location feeling unfulfilled.  Of course I have left thinking I may need a gurney to get to the car, but that's merely a sign that I enjoyed my meal.  \n\nI've had the New York Strip and Filet and both have been incredibly well prepared.  The garlic mashed potatoes are almost as good as those from the Keg Steakhouse.  The Au Gratin Potatoes are topped with some heavenly baked cheese and are a great alternative to the garlic mashed.  The shrimp cocktail is very tasty and the bread is damn good, so don't be afraid to request more and more of it!  The Big Mountain Chocolate Fudge Cake is a chocolate lover's dream, although the pure shot to your taste buds is a little overwhelming.  \n\nMy wife and I will continue to make the BA in Chandler a quality stop that we can come back to every couple of months.  The quality of food, location and service is excellent and make it a worthwhile alternative to other steak shops.\n\n*TIp 1* \nTake a look at your local mailers or Sunday coupon sections.  BA provides plenty of coupons, like the $40 1 app, 2 main courses, 4 sides and 1 dessert coupon.  \n\n**Tip 2**\nHappy hour is M-F 3-7PM.  Do a pre-partying before hitting Chandler Mall or the store in the area.\n\n***Tip 3***\nThey open at 11AM on Sat and 12PM on Sun and their bar area is open and full of flat panel TVs.  Enjoy a great meal while watching college football or NFL games.", "business_id": "OjNTZTZ6HYQghJN-3jmwnA", "stars": 5, "date": "2014-10-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 4, "useful": 4, "cool": 5}, "user_id": "vsXP832M0kOxKpfduD7dWw", "review_id": "aDkb7BFtzhD-hkDh4T42RA", "text": "I'm so torn on this review. Having grown up in New Mexico, I am a huge fan of New Mexican food and research suggests that chile may be addictive so I'm generally grateful to find a place to get my fix in the Valley. \n\nI had the huevos rancheros, which is two eggs any style over corn tortillas and smothered in red and/or green chile (in New Mexico, we do both and call it \"Christmas.\" i.e. Question: \"Red or Green?\" Answer: \"Christmas\"). It was served with a side of refried beans and rice. (I liked the rice.) \n\nSi Senor uses the New Mexican red and green chiles but it didn't really scratch the itch, if you know what I mean. (The bean dip was spicier than the \"hot\" green chile. The bean dip was really good, by the way!) \n\nI just really don't have anything compelling to say about this place. Bottom line, after a 20 mile drive to check them out, I just don't think their chile delivered. \n\nThe chips and salsa plate they start you with was nice. It included a fiery bean dip, green chile, salsa, and a sour cream. And, the fact that you get sopapillas at the end of your meal is a nice memory of my days in NM (but I don't remember ever having the option of a cinnamon and sugar one?!) although the texture of the sopapillas was off. \n\nI drove a long way to check out Si Senor and, truthfully, I would rather drive back to Albuquerque for some Carne Adovada (not even on Si Senor's menu) than back to Chandler; however, if I was IN Chandler already I would probably give them another visit - you know, research suggests chile is addictive...! I mean, I'm already wondering how I would have felt if I had gotten the stuffed sopapilla...", "business_id": "s8cHXeSlX_aPI2x49UkCCg", "stars": 3, "date": "2009-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "0cUeP41LWMpjI6b6Z6X4yQ", "review_id": "ZJnyyMrZCnJfW12QMOQ7mA", "text": "I love love this place! It's not too often you can find really spicy green chile here and it's delicious! The red chile is also fantastic, lately I've been getting the red chile burrito smothered with the hot green chili! Yum! Oh and I love the white salsa also. This place rocks!", "business_id": "s8cHXeSlX_aPI2x49UkCCg", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-05", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "QsRKRINIfJWctFfsO3xHuA", "review_id": "96n2FH8EE1H3bIRHkkGGRg", "text": "Omg!  This was truly a find. I came upon this place by accident and feel blessed to have found it. As a traveling salesperson I have to grab and go. While waiting for my appointment I sat down to eat here. The Chile Relleno with green sauce was to die for. I would have licked the plate if it was proper. The price was so reasonable and it came with rice and refried beans. The complimentary tortilla chips came with 4 different sauces. I am now stuffed. To top it off, I feel like I was awarded a sopadilla for desert. Next time I am in Arizona, this is my go to place.", "business_id": "s8cHXeSlX_aPI2x49UkCCg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-13", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "iuGth8OqQWOb6DX_Sy1MBw", "review_id": "DI7R98w0vwp9tNxzyde1KQ", "text": "Been coming to much taco for about 12 years, it's my favorite place for a carne asada burrito. The free chips and salsa are fresh and delicious. I usually get the lime juice when they have it, but their horchata is good too.", "business_id": "qgJZUKNVY-LbGKk6XEP3JA", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-14", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "C1rHp3dmepNea7XiouwB6Q", "review_id": "901ncBO-62WcurtBew-BKw", "text": "Love the dim sum on Sunday afternoons. Always end up bringing home a lot of leftovers as the little carts full of delicious food keep strolling by. Dim sum is a great way to try a variety of foods and this is a great place for it.", "business_id": "z4KFTJQsAdxqMZA7Fx0A9A", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 3, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Xs4at0R4yAF0I6--iQClSw", "review_id": "GWAAjyHHK9sgXMfy2v0gfA", "text": "This place is amazing! I love going here. \n\nmy friends and I love coming here for $20 all you can eat sushi... \nI have never been disappointed. the staff is wonderful and the good is great!", "business_id": "5vgmIwBB48fwo_WC8vGiXA", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-09-11", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "YwQYePoKUC9UEI_RTpyl0g", "review_id": "JPL-hzV4gRMWnEewC90NYg", "text": "We did take out.  Chichen beef and shrimp with veggies was very good.  Salad we threw out which was iceberg lettuce with a dab of some sweet Asian salsa type stuff.  Fried rice was extra cost.  2 people came to 30+ bucks - 15 a plate is too much for takeout.", "business_id": "5vgmIwBB48fwo_WC8vGiXA", "stars": 3, "date": "2014-11-10", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Mb0psF4WQF7gZSuZafVr-g", "review_id": "zlYAIPnykR-S6JOyzOSpUg", "text": "We had breakfast here. I had the country fried steak, my wife had the crab cake florentine. Both were very good. Plus they included muffins. The chocolate mousse muffin was wonderful, too.  Other items on the menu included eggs benedict, and a few kinds of quiche.  Service could have been more attentive, but it was adequate.  The manager let us use two coupons (there were four of us) rather than having to sit at separate tables.  That's good customer service.\n\nWe did not eat lunch this time, but I did look at the lunch menu.  It had a variety of dishes available from simple stuff like a burger, salads, and au jus, to \"fancier\" dishes like quiche and pot pie, and salmon and parmesan chicken.  It's not a high-end bistro, but for what it is it is good.\n\nAlthough the setting is casual, their menu is more extensive than similar places with some different dishes one normally doesn't find.  I anticipate we'll be returning to try more of their dishes.  And definitely buy some of those chocolate mousse muffins!!", "business_id": "-6Roo-EHgSdUa4rP3tWyRw", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "BY0eWKHmwO0OjjYBK6xMAw", "review_id": "AjphaJrOaK6HIdMiGmWCbg", "text": "This Mimi's Cafe is terrible! One star for the tangerine mimosa that made me forget about the terrible experience for about 3 minutes.\n\nPut our name down for a table for 2 and was told it would be 20 minutes. 30 minutes went by so I decided to check up on the list since I started to notice people who came after us being seated. One of the hostess' (please tell me why there were 4 hosts and none of them knew what they were doing) looked at the list longer than she should have and said \"a couple more people.. about 5 more minutes.\" Waited a little longer and my bf went up to see the status. Turns out our name was never on the list. WTF? Really?? They were lying to us.. all 4 of the hosts were clueless and unorganized. After that we got a table and the service was terrible. Took 10 minutes for my bf to get his coffee and water.. even more to get the waitress' attention to get our check.\n\nWorst service ever!!", "business_id": "-6Roo-EHgSdUa4rP3tWyRw", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-11-23", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "UwE5dUipkoSvuGH8slHhVg", "review_id": "mLCun0J5ED8hlEQzOdootA", "text": "While on a business trip to Chandler, AZ I found this little gem.  The sushi was fresh (the salmon melted in your mouth), but beyond that the service was excellent.  I sat at the bar and ordered from their happy our menu.  While sitting there I noticed the sushi chef very engaged with the other customers at the bar.  He new them by name and was servicing them some interesting rolls that were obviously not on the menu.  Being the outgoing person I am I asked and was introduced to some great chef inspired rolls.  The Shimogamo roll (that is on the menu) was amazing.  It was fresh and just fantastic.  Sitting next to me was a regular who ordered a Diamondback roll (being in AZ) that was great.  They make a sauce with roasted jalapenos and other asian inspired ingrediants.  Awesome.  \n\nThe service was excellent, the staff was fantastic and the customers great!  This is my go to place while in Chandler.  Check it out!!", "business_id": "un3KC2gyMrSG6yqjVRctXg", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "7Ks2StcBS5H5htLE8w340Q", "review_id": "2dXOS-49xnIq8NWiYfPxWA", "text": "Amazing fresh salmon...great cuts... I only wish we could've saved Harvey...Ama Ebi ...poor little guy was dying and no one gave him mouth to mouth...he died in my arms...no, mouth LOL tuna sashimi was amazingly fresh", "business_id": "un3KC2gyMrSG6yqjVRctXg", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-09", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "3UrSeLcnUMm74vdo9ms4Gw", "review_id": "Gtky09FRbks74nSIUutHeA", "text": "Service was AWESOME!!! Food was pretty good. Not great, hence the 4 stars. Had the spicy yellowtail and the tempora roll. Both was really good. Rest of the table was teriyaki chicken and the calamari. Teriyaki was good, calamari was excellent!! FYI Yelp has this listed under Teppanyaki restaurant it's NOT Teppanyaki style.", "business_id": "un3KC2gyMrSG6yqjVRctXg", "stars": 4, "date": "2015-10-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "5XgmhWHPyNbPkAc5WKiX8Q", "review_id": "7yQi1d9m217YGarY-FfBFA", "text": "I have been going to tokyo house ever since i was a kid with my parents for almost 20 years. This is the best place for Teryaki anywhere and I have tried it at alot of different places. I have even had genuine teryaki from real japanese family recipe which tokyo house comes very close to.. Now I take my family and son there which he loves it too... I know that we will keep going to this place forever... One more thing, the old man at the counter knows how to treat his customers.. The only thing is I think is funny is that anytime i ask for hot mustard, they only give me one packet and depending on they extra flavor i am wanting to add to it, the chili oil is also sooo good to add to each dish.", "business_id": "l1kqHWtICTNk8TdCNisf5A", "stars": 5, "date": "2011-10-07", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 2, "cool": 2}, "user_id": "3tVXV81akDeiLBhreuCjMA", "review_id": "KtMY-KsPARlaql9xPys6mg", "text": "Had the chicken and broccoli, pretty sure the chicken was cooked yesterday. Super chewy, hard and dry. No flavor. Couldn't finish it.", "business_id": "l1kqHWtICTNk8TdCNisf5A", "stars": 1, "date": "2015-09-17", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "WHjMr9qABBcf-bCCWozzFQ", "review_id": "nf3kx9fbe55Bl2oAhp3m1Q", "text": "I've been to Cyclo twice. The first time was great. The food and service was really good. Pretty reasonably priced. Really loved the fact that you could bring your own wine. Went back about a year later. Again, food was great. The garlic green beans as good as I remember. Pretty good service. The owner was there again in another cute little dress (sorry, but I notice that kind of shit). Liked the check holders had customer graffiti all over them (more dumb shit I notice). Finished the wine and meal, hit up the bathroom before leaving. Only one and it was occupied. Fine, it's a small place I understand. Wait a bit, then our spiky haired waiter comes out. He gives me a shifty look, which I didn't understand. I Immediately get it once I make my way in and look at the toilet. Didn't even put the seat up. Piss everywhere. I was so mad. Unfortunately, the bill was paid and he was tipped by the time I came out. F'n disgusting. I hate to judge the place by one waiter, but feel like if they are gonna let this ahole work here, can't help but think what else they might be letting slide.  \nSorry, won't be back.", "business_id": "UIGFrEcoDsw05I1UOrxdOA", "stars": 1, "date": "2009-10-12", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "4-76r_oMNqFnck851vNJDQ", "review_id": "PF2FgQkaoR_d8rnZ5Weebg", "text": "Horrible service. Asked 3 times to order, asked twice for a knife and what kind of Vietnamese restaurant doesn't have meatballs for your pho?", "business_id": "UIGFrEcoDsw05I1UOrxdOA", "stars": 1, "date": "2014-10-08", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 2, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "Xv9-n7dpZj24Wgm12qQXyA", "review_id": "4oBS0czwljefKuaVvi5T0A", "text": "The very first impression of Kai, happens before you even leave your house. When the hostess you're making reservations with asks for your name, last name, your dates first and last, whether your celebrating anything special, and if either of you have any food allergies, you can't help but think, what a class act, the hostess alone seemed to put in more effort to assure us a pleasant dining experience than the majority of restaurant servers in service today. \n\nI chose Kai, based on high recommendations, which is honestly revered in an almost mythical capacity. If you are nitpicking though, which I was (everyone wants to see behind the curtain at some point), the minor hiccups are easy to see. \n\n*the hostess mispronounced our name. The server began to flounder when I derailed him slightly off his rehearsed prose, improvisation definitely not being his strong suit. Typos littered the cocktail list, showing what appeared to be last minute adjustments for the nights menu, and finally...the \"ambiance\" of  what seemed to be a very basic modified hotel lobby room (ugly carpet and all) was, well... less than magical\"\n\nThis all said, If i could give Kai 4 and a half stars, I probably would have. The service as others have said IS nearly impeccable, the dance of waiters circling your table to place plates down in synchrony, each dish arriving slightly incomplete so that the server can perform his oratory introduction to each plates construction, (and on top of this, I am now placing a delicate basil herb foam, blah blah, molecular gastrognomy, etc.) Like I eluded to earlier however, try not to interrupt the shpeal with too many questions or the server might get a slightly annoyed deer in headlights appearance until he finds his way back to where he left off. It is a magical experience, in the same way that Disney Land is magical, if you let yourself go, but instead of kids perhaps we're targeting jaded business men and women, WANTING to see magic in one of Phoenix's most highly lauded Native American Fine Dining establishments....hmn...perhaps the only one for that matter.\n\n* Tomato Tart ($17.)...hmn..now that was one pricey tomato tart. (but it did come with an herbal foam, applied at table)\n \n*Escargot ($24.) ....yes but these are MAGICAL snails.\n\n*Buffalo Entree ($47.) ..this was the average price of the entrees.\n\n*Seafood Potpouri ($46.)\n\n*Mesquite Bean Manhattan ($14.) ...delicious.\n\n*Glass of Rose ($13.)\n\nTOTAL COST FOR A MAGICAL KAI EVENING (without bottle of wine) : $171.20 plus tip.\n\nThe food was delicious, some of the best we've had in town, was it Native American? *shrug* they told us it was...certain ingredients came from so and so tribe down the way...buffalo certainly sounds like something Indians eat...but Seafood Potpouri from the wild uncharted plains of Arizona? Escargot served in the same way that the mighty Cochise ate his? Well...ok...ill play along with the Native American thing if you want, as long as you keep making it as tasty as it is...", "business_id": "T9iBSa4pxYXP129pHlt5Sg", "stars": 4, "date": "2011-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "UqQMTAmoH14Z2fgFe4ESKA", "review_id": "PqdA9rqooyalbhANDZbwow", "text": "Five star all the way ! Not only was it a visual experience my taste buds were blown away. BRAVO!!!!!!!!", "business_id": "T9iBSa4pxYXP129pHlt5Sg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 1, "useful": 1, "cool": 1}, "user_id": "ZC49A1K-if7KP8VJXoqELQ", "review_id": "1XSbK6zWf_iSLCj79EAhCA", "text": "Sick, need the best chicken noodle soup that Mom didn't make?  Come to Jason's! Plentiful moist chicken, plump egg noodles and perfect broth are available everyday for $4 something a bowl. Sick or not I'll drive to pick up a bowl to-go!\n\nMy favorite sandwich is the pastrami & turkey on an onion roll, called  \"Bird to the wise\". Lots of pastrami and just a touch of turkey make you feel better about this indulgence.  \n\nLarge fresh salad bar, frozen yogurt and bottomless soda machine are just the bonuses. \nHappy eating!", "business_id": "8kunNClZ1AD0Rj5bDiFdrQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-10-21", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "-w8p0JadO426bSw_61Wqkg", "review_id": "Ry-7USbIzocMhBXCq29N8Q", "text": "I love this place. Especially the sausage biscuits and gravy. When I get into town always my first breakfast stop;) the staff is awesome and friendly", "business_id": "oSDf6BHiMlKGZdFFmIo6NQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2010-11-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "PahAkOmM843EXY5-aEkwSw", "review_id": "1zo0jxexPLCslElwnsk5dA", "text": "Fun, Fast, Fabulous, Flavorful and First\n\nTHE BEST place for flavorful food, fast service, fabulous employees and fun atmosphere. I would travel miles to eat here! It's my first stop from the airport. And I enjoy lunch and dinner on the same day.", "business_id": "581qSMwGGgdVSdiBTsrPyQ", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-20", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "amF0wRN8eZVhHUf1FZxHJQ", "review_id": "ajLrMWe260mU_v_vl0ttWg", "text": "Fantastic food and great service!!!One of the best egg benadicts I have ever had.   absolutely enjoyed my Sunday morning breakfast", "business_id": "bEQjf7c-9qkNWgXvriSGZw", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-18", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "78CsMT_UhldzzztEJ4HP-A", "review_id": "QkqGufojmQ60SaAFYWzZVA", "text": "Food was tasty but the service sux!  I visited @ 3pm on a tuesday ... My server was also handling host ane bartender duties.  Long long long long wait for condiments and extra biscuits.  Tick tick tick down went the tip!  Service is poor to say the least", "business_id": "txCJurIIrE9ZoHu3gZUvnQ", "stars": 2, "date": "2011-11-22", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "1pbDBfeOWnRVrotNPRzAzw", "review_id": "q7q5vJa29GOOSu7dMdcDtg", "text": "Great food and friendly service. Try the chicken or tofu soup with coconut milk. None of the items were greasy. They were well made and spicy. Worth going back.", "business_id": "vtQOervVVTXjhvSZQiZ6PA", "stars": 4, "date": "2008-11-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "xryfQrN26YlfcqSLLTNNLw", "review_id": "jHqVfXSlGok22WPEuzBDrg", "text": "I've always liked the crust overall. But I ordered the Buffalo pizza (comes with buffalo sauce). I've tried this kind of pizza at 2 other places and it was about 7x better. The buffalo sauce tasted more like a tangy syrup or something similar of. I hate to say it, but I wont be back to Pizza Hut for quite a while. Threw my appetite off!  \n\nBest case: Don't try their buffalo pizza.", "business_id": "zr6Ic3XVUYSKzoJoXjAz-g", "stars": 2, "date": "2015-10-19", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ZCBoG22ekHB2A1EIZtTHcA", "review_id": "UbSpPne-29DG49CExir20g", "text": "We love Carrabas and have never gone wrong with any dish! We have had the amazing salmon (I am particular with my salmon and it is far better than any seafood restaurant). We have had the cavatappi, filet spideno, and chicken Marsala. All wonderful ! They now have dine  in rewards, which is a positive since we eat their on a monthly basis.", "business_id": "cKxXBvOithS-Ic5KnhEKrg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-09-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "LsHcAgY3EisZ9h2IN7S9lA", "review_id": "nrhDG4SDfy0Hqy0M8ogzHA", "text": "We sat in the bar for lunch. Julie, the bartender,  is awesome!  Exceptional service, which is hard to come by. Good food too.", "business_id": "78IaYCf9ktUep4UhhjXbTg", "stars": 5, "date": "2013-11-02", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "F_oZ3gY4_KVTYib8HujL7g", "review_id": "eM-7geJH34whsrYxJJsKEw", "text": "I feel like Cheesecake Factory is always a good choice. My boyfriend & I came here after shopping one night.. SUCH A GOOD CHOICE. I got the Jamaican Shrimp & he got the Jambalaya. Both were so delicious. The bread was delish as were the meals & drinks. I only wish you could get refills in meals. So good & recommended. Our server was great & the service great.", "business_id": "78IaYCf9ktUep4UhhjXbTg", "stars": 5, "date": "2015-10-24", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "mbQpxYZ1yZqEsdxOnZmD8g", "review_id": "ONfSQ3RXI7T1yalj9fzkZw", "text": "Great place. Sushi was not wrapped up tied enough so it tended to fall apart. Also the roll was a bit thick that it is hard to fit it in your mouth (yeah, that's what she said:)", "business_id": "-vHWAsiX0iHWJw-pkqv32Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2012-09-29", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "ohHqMn7MTn14F0oV3PnpBQ", "review_id": "zIRhHiDvHPvsOxUtGwRDTw", "text": "What a great place for happy hour food and drinks. We love sitting at the open air bar and enjoying discounted chow.   Try the jalape\u00f1o yellow tail sashimi.  It is an awesome combination of flavors.  They have about 20 menu (food) items that are on happy hour.  Sunday is happy hour from open until 10 pm.", "business_id": "-vHWAsiX0iHWJw-pkqv32Q", "stars": 4, "date": "2014-11-16", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 1, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "8utIGcset6R2eTsFJFX6GQ", "review_id": "bnT3QZhwP7FUe2LTvd6slg", "text": "Did i really just pay 13.29 for this pathetic sandwich? the \"prime rib dip\" looked so good on the menu, but what showed up at my table was a weak, dried up little sandwich, with no flavor, chewy overcooked meat, and served on what was nothing more than a tiny, hard oversized breadstick.\n\nour waitress annie, while pleasant enough, seemed unconcerned with the fact that i only took one bite out of this sandwich before pushing it aside, and DID NOT want a to go container. i dine out a lot, and this was possibly the worst most overpriced thing i've been served in a long time.\n\nThe \"game day nachos\" were almost equally sad. at 8.99 they came with just a handful of chips and the same gross \"cheez-whiz\" style sauce you squirt on your nachos at the local 7-11. disgusting\n\nthe rest of my party seemed ok with their burgers, even though my son ate less than half of his, and also did not want a to go container.\n\nat $65 for 3 people ($78 with tip) this was a completely dissatisfying and overpriced meal.", "business_id": "zoHCkEiIKfXiLTKUqKEojQ", "stars": 1, "date": "2011-11-06", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 2, "useful": 7, "cool": 6}, "user_id": "ZmIgP4U4Ht9CYmNX0_zP6w", "review_id": "N9zhpgJo1ZDErLbxS33cqw", "text": "Not long after I moved to Chandler I was looking for a good place for a salad.  I had been to the Wildflower in Tempe so I checked to see if there was a location closer and this is the one that came up.  I plugged the address into my trusty GPS and off I went.  This location is in the mall.  Yes there is a door that leads into it from the outside but if you didn't know that, you would never find it and that night I did not find it.  Flash forward to walking around the mall one day and VIOLA! there it is.  Boy did I feel dumb.  \n\nThis location is clean, the staff is friendly and accomadating and the food is good.  The area in front of the counter is large so that you don't get in anyones way while looking at the menu or the baked goods.  They even have a few chairs there so you can sit and wait for your to go order.  There are plenty of tables and some booths.  \n\nI have never had a bad meal here.  I love the oriental chicken salad and the potato cream cheese soup.  I have purchased bread and other baked goods and they were always fresh and delicious.  If I had to choose between Wildflower and Paradise, it would be Wildflower hands down.", "business_id": "U9iWs_XQ88IEj_Cgawyz4w", "stars": 4, "date": "2010-10-03", "type": "review"}
{"votes": {"funny": 0, "useful": 0, "cool": 0}, "user_id": "Gll5xT6Gc-TpxI31k4H0rA", "review_id": "cLP9ua5mW-O9PaoSNSjr2Q", "text": "We didn't have a great experience here. The food was very pricey which I am willing to pay for high quality food but this just wasn't it. I ordered the grilled cheese and it was really just a greasy mess. The bread wasn't grilled enough and I think they used oil instead of butter on it so it was just greasy instead of crispy on the outside. Hubby got the Mixed Grill which I liked better than mine but still wasn't great.", "business_id": "U9iWs_XQ88IEj_Cgawyz4w", "stars": 2, "date": "2013-11-26", "type": "review"}