Case: When we visit AZ, this is one of our top places to hit! It never disappoints.\n\nWe arrived promptly at 5:30 to avoid the evening rush, and were seated immediately. The place did not fill up while we were there, so this seems to be a good time to go on a Saturday night. We had our 11m old with us, and they provided us with a high chair, and were great at picking up things that he accidentally (for the most part) dropped. \n\nWhen we visit Yasu, we make sure we order our favorite - tuna carpaccio, and then try some new things based on the suggestions of the ever-helpful server - tonight it was: Yuzu style red snapper sashimi, a Yasu specialty salmon sashimi, a salmon hand roll, and green beans. We also like to order a few things off the sushi menu, we ordered the yellow tail nigiri and were going to order the salmon sashimi (from the sushi menu), but the waiter suggested the Yasu style salmon nigiri instead - it was a great recommendation!\n\nOur food came out steadily, we were just finishing one plate when another came along. There was a slight delay on the 2 items that were Yasu specialties - it seemed that everyone was ordering them, and he was \""slammed.\"" I was a little nervous when the server said there would be a wait - child was getting sleepy/clingy, but we waited maybe 5 minutes. \n\nMy husband liked everything - he is the major sushi fan, I am the sidekick. I have a super sensitive fishy taste bud, and I noticed both the salmon hand roll and the yellow tail tasted fishy. Husband thought they were, \""Nice!\"" We both agreed that the salmon sashimi (had a pistachio on top, wrapped around a green - we can't remember the name) and the tuna carpaccio were our favorites. \n\nAbout the only very slight negative I can think of has no relation to the food: no baby changing station in the bathroom. (This is not a surprise, very few good ethnic food restaurants have them, I've found.) But the bathroom was clean, good sized, and single person, so I changed the babe on the floor then used baby wipes to clean him up.
Classification: nival


Case: So far so good! I visit a couple times a week (okay...maybe several times a week), and they have gotten it right every time. Much better than the location by Whole Foods, which always smells like a sewer, and the location by Fry's that will charge you for every customization (I didn't say add, I said substitute!). I had asked about a custom drink that was displayed on a special sign that highlights employees' creations. Although those employees weren't working that day, the baristas on shift tried a couple experiments, giving us free samples - so awesome!!! This is my new spot - big thimbs up.
Classification: nival


Case: I'm a fan of pizza but this place has some serious quality control issues. Last Saturday I ordered a supreme pizza for pick up. I went to the restaurant and stood at the counter for 10 minutes without being helped. Finally I asked the delivery driver on his way out the door if someone could help. He doesn't say anything to me turns around and sends someone out to help me. The cashier doesn't greet me or apologize for the wait just asks for my name. I get my pizza and go home open the box and take a slice out and notice its completely doughy, stretchy and not even close to being cooked. I am so pissed now. I call pizza hut and ask to speak to a manager,  I'm then told to hold then the phone call is disconnected. I call back and get the manager Josh this time and tell him the situation. Josh did apologize, I told him there's no way I'm coming back for another pizza or having one delivered covered in spit, I told him I wanted a refund. The manager did refund my money.  I ended up calling Papa John's to order a pizza, the team member was friendly and polite and my pizza arrived in 30 minutes and fully cooked and fresh. Papa John's delivery driver was also very polite and thanked me for my business. I will not being ordering from the Pizza Hut on Val Vista and Warner. Papa John's now has a new loyal customer!
Classification: suede


Case: Sometimes you just want a Krispy Kreme donut!  The hubby and I were out for a walk on the strip and said, \""hey! We burned some calories today to deserve a donut!\""   Good idea or Great idea? I say Great! \n\nThey are located in the Excalibur Food Court and easy to find.  There wasn't a long line so we were able to pick our donut right away.   The girls working that day were very friendly and upbeat.  I noticed on their down time, they were cleaning and wiping things down.  I didn't notice it being dirty but it was nice to see them keeping everything tidy.  \n\nSince it's not a stand alone store, they don't have the selection that you'd find at the larger locations.  But the donuts are still fantastic and fresh!  If you get a chance,  try the Birthday Cake Batter donut of the month!
Classification: nival


Case: Not impressed.\nFeels like a Dennys.  I suppose if you MUST eat at a chain restaurant it would be OK... but life is too short to eat at chains. So I will never go again.  For breakfast only- it's hard to mess up eggs!
Classification: suede


Case: Great place!  Very reasonably priced.  Big, beautiful rooms.  Comfy beds.  Quiet.  And great restaurants and shopping surrounding it.  I would go back in a heart beat.
Classification: nival


Case: Sadly, since this place has been under new management, the quality of the work has declined. I've since stopped going. :(
Classification: suede


Case: Takes terribly long although I am Gold Member. Name is not listed on the board. Endless discussions.... It took 45 min to get the car.
Classification: suede
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I found this hotel because I am a Choice Privileges member and Ascend is one of their brands. So to preface, this is the site of the old Lady Luck hotel. I stayed at the LL 10 or so yrs ago and OMG, what a disaster! It is MIND BOGGLING what a facelift they gave this place...it is a completely different hotel! It looks and feels like it should be in Beverly Hills as it is super contemporary in both amenities and boutique chic in decor! \n\nThe hotel itself is MASSIVE and has two towers. Be warned, if you don't want a cardio-walk workout, then do not stay in the Grand Tower as it is trek from the valet hotel entrance! Also, I got a fantastic nightly rate, but with the tacked on $11/day mandatory \""resort fee\"" (which is basically for the wifi, though it includes coupons to the various restaurants and free bottled water in the room) and taxes, the rate ended up not be as amazing as I initially thought, though $60 total/night when all is said and done is still a decent rate for this kind of hotel.\n\nThe room was great! I had a king room and the bed was super comfy, the set up was cozy but amazingly functional and being on the 21st flr, I had a great view! I was also having a love affair with the pillows! My neck and I usually dread the lumpy, impossibly small pillows that have become the new hotel standard, but I had four amazingly plump, large, and just delicious pillows all to myself, I practically made myself a pillow fort! \n\nThe bathroom was roomy and the complementary toiletries were fantastic \""Bee Kind\"" products made with real honey (they smelled amazing!). The only thing I didn't like was the shower didn't have a door or shower curtain, it was just a half glass pane. I was afraid the floor would flood; it didn't, but the showermat towel did get overly soaked, plus it was kind of uncomfortable as the a/c air crept in and even though I had the showering running hot, I still got a chill.\n\nThe pool wasn't yet open, which was a shame because it looked like that place to be from above. They also have a minimal fitness center with ellipticals and treadmills, but not much more. I did have to ask for the water bottles that were supposed to be in my room on both days I was there, but the bellman was kind enough to get me some the first night and the housekeeper the second. The staff, especially the valet and bell desk were very accommodating and nice, though the girl at the check-in was a bit dry and cold. They have an awesome thing where if you valet your car you can either QR your ticket or txt your ticket number and they will text you back instantly with the number of minutes it will take for your car to be curbside. I used this 3 times and all three times it was like clockwork! You gotta love technology when it works!!\n\nOverall, a great stay. I think with it being such a new hotel, they still need to work out the kinks, but I think they will get there. The product, though, definitely lives up to the Ascend brand!