Been coming here for years, and the old fashioned is still my go-to. Bartender always gets it right &ndash; not too sweet, just the right amount of bourbon. It&rsquo;s the one thing I know I can count on every visit.

Good spot for both Japanese and Korean food. The takoyaki and dolsot bibimbap are solid. Owner is friendly.

I&#39;m not vegetarian, but I come here for the tacos. The &#39;This is My Yam&#39; and &#39;Triple Pickle&#39; are my usual orders. The sauces really make them work. Good spot for a quick, different lunch downtown.

Late night stop after work. Staff was super attentive, food came out fast and well prepared. That kind of service is a nice surprise these days.

Been coming here for years. The Whale Platter is solid, always fresh. Crab cakes are decent, but the platter&#39;s the real deal. Service is fine, they know their stuff.

Late arrival, no reservation. Hostess actually came out to find us and offered a table if we could finish in an hour. Really appreciated that. The food was great as usual. Their wine list is solid, found a nice red that went well with the steak.

Been here a few times now. The food is always on point, and their wine list has some smart pairings that just work with the dishes. It&rsquo;s that consistency I keep coming back for.

Great spot to watch the game. Their draft list is huge, had a couple local IPAs that were solid. Place was packed and loud, but that&#39;s the vibe.

Had the scallops and tenderloin, both cooked just right. The small plates came out at a nice, relaxed pace. My only note is the wine list felt a bit limited for the price point. Still, a solid choice for a date.

Smash burger was cooked just right, juicy and flavorful. Fries had a nice seasoning, not too salty. Simple spot, good for a quick bite.

Staff was super friendly. Prices are reasonable. My bagel was cooked perfectly, but the cream cheese was a bit too runny for me. Still, a solid spot for a quick breakfast.

Came here for a casual lunch. The booths are comfy and the staff is super friendly. Food was solid, but I was a little surprised by the bill for what we got. Portions could be a bit bigger for the price.

The crab cake was a bit small for the price, but overall the portions are good. We had soup and sandwiches for lunch, came to about $55 for two. A comfortable spot for a quiet meal.

The portions are huge for the price. A nice glass of house red went perfectly with the hearty meal.

The cannoli and tiramisu were really good. But the bacon cheese fries portion was a bit small for the price, especially as a side to share.

The Triple Dipper is a solid choice for sharing. I really appreciated the honey chipotle crispers&mdash;the chicken tasted fresh and the sauce had a nice, clean sweetness. A good option for a lighter start.

Fun spot, lots to see. The street corn pulled pork nachos were the star for me - loved the smoky pork with the fresh corn. Chicken and waffles were solid too. Good place for a casual bite and a drink. Just a heads up, it can get a bit tight if you&#39;re with a bigger group.

The staff here is really friendly. They took the time to go over the menu with me when I mentioned a dairy issue, and had a couple of solid suggestions. It&#39;s nice when a place actually listens.

The server really knew his stuff. I asked about a wine to go with the steak, and his suggestion was spot on. Made the whole dinner click. A bit pricey, but that kind of guidance is worth it.

Been coming here for years. Staff knows the menu inside out, always got a solid suggestion when I can&#39;t decide. Quick and friendly, makes it easy.

The bacon cheeseburger special is cooked right. The patty was juicy, and the shoestring fries are the real star. Couldn&#39;t stop eating them, they&#39;re that good. Solid choice for the price.

The gumbo was fantastic, really packed with flavor. Just wish the portion was a bit bigger for what they charge. Still, the taste makes up for it.

Solid lunch spot near the office. Potato leek soup was very good, onion rings were crisp. Open-face filet sandwich was cooked right. Service was efficient, got me in and out in under an hour. Good for a business lunch.

Perfect for a lazy Sunday with friends! The buffet let us try a bit of everything. The butter chicken was my favorite, so creamy. It&#39;s a little loud when it gets busy, but that just added to the fun vibe for our group.

Just got out of Shenandoah and drove a few minutes to this place. The margarita was solid, exactly what I needed. Food was decent, nothing fancy but it did the job after a long day outdoors.

Cozy spot with a shabby-chic feel, perfect for a chilly evening. The decor is interesting, lots of local character. Had the beef stew, which was hearty and flavorful. A solid neighborhood find.

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