Case: \""Meh. I've experienced better.\"" = definition of 2 stars. \n\nThat is pretty much it in a nutshell. \n\nI was looking forward to dining here. Things started off well, the ice tea was tasty, I loved the space and the overall concept is great. \n\nI decided on the Black Bean Burger, even though the waiter could not tell me for sure what was in it and didn't even bother to ask the chef. \n\nBland, Dry, and Boring. Topped with rubbery Shitake Mushrooms and a greasy bun.....sigh.....I was looking for excitement, I wanted to be wowed, nothing happened when I put this food in my mouth, I was extremely underwhelmed. \n\nMy husband ordered the fish tacos. Served along side a pile of sticky rice topped with black beans and mayo? The rice was gluey, the cabbage in the tacos was soggy, it did not taste fresh at all. \n\nThe sweet potato fries were not bad, they were served with the \""Hula Sauce\"" which is ketchup, mayo and pickled ginger. \nIts flavor way OK but became cloying after one of two bites. \n\nSomething is just missing here, if you read the menu, it has potential for greatness, but ends up leaving much to be desired. \n\nSadly it looks like enough people like the sub par \""Bar Food\"" that Hula's won't be likely to make any changes. :-(
Classification: lugsome


Case: Thrill Bikes came to our house to work on some bicycles we borrowed from my parents.  The brake cable needed to be replaced on my dad's bike and my mom's bike was low on air from sitting in the garage.  In our neighborhood, there are plants that drop pods during the summer months.  Once these pods dry they crack when stepped on leaving sharp edges.  Between the pods and random pieces of broken glass, we filled the tubes with something equivalent to slime and got tune ups.  The pricing was fair and there was no pressure to buy any service.  We borrowed my parent's helmets and pump too.  As I am a novice to bicycles, he showed me how to mount and unmount both wheels as well as how to adjust the brakes so they don't rub on the tire.  Afterwards, I went to give my wife some company and before we knew it the bikes were finished.\n\nEven though I know how to mount/unmount tires, it would be nicer if we had a bike rack.  Maybe if we get more serious about bike riding we'll get one for riding outside of our neighborhood.  With Thrill Bikes, the bikes can stay at home while the service comes to us!
Classification: closehanded


Case: What a joke this event is. It's a lot of delusional people calling themselves artists peddling their over priced trinkets on the streets. With the addition of several food trucks sprinkled throughout the various streets it basically makes this event a glamorized swap meet. Wow, how exciting! With so much to do in Vegas I don't understand why this attracts so many people. Try it once if you don't believe me but I'll never go back. Huge disappointment.    \n\nThe good: park at the government center and catch the free shuttles to the event and back. They serve alcohol - you'll need it to trudge through the hour or two you're there. Most of the food trucks have decent food. There are a handful of actual artists who deserve to be paid for their gift.
Classification: lugsome


Case: I have never been so angry after eating at a restaurant. This is my first yelp review since 2009 but I had to start with this place, our experience was just awful. \n\nWe arrived at 8:45 WITH a reservation. The place was half empty yet we were sat in a back room on the second floor with two other couples. There was no music and the tvs were off so it was fairly awkward. The rest of the restaurant looked trendy, but this room seemed like just a place to have staff meetings. We asked to be moved to one of the five open two-tops we could see in the main room below but we were told that they were already reserved. Only one had been filled by the time we left at 10:00.  \n\nThe server was completely clueless about anything on the menu which is surprising for a place this expensive ($200 for two people). He was unable to answer basic questions about the food and drink menu. The service in general was terrible, when we left the hostesses just started at us and didn't say a word, and the two valet guys did the same as they watched us try to hail a cab. \n\nThe food was mediocre at best. I ordered the lamb loin chop which was ok but very small, definitely not worth $38. My girlfriend got the prime strip steak which was not good. The menu said that it came with pickled peppers, but a $45 steak that tastes completely like pickles? Are you serious? Also, it came pre-sliced which was a bit of a surprise as well. \n\nThe waiter recommended the tasting menu yet when we ordered the first course a la carte he informed us they were all out. Why would he even suggest something if it wasn't even available? We got the oysters instead which were great, but they were raw; thats more of a testament to the quality of the oysters than to the chef.\n\nOverall the food was terrible and the service was even worse. I would recommend avoiding this place at all costs. $200 down the drain. Definitely will never come back here.
Classification: lugsome


Case: It has been a while since I have eaten at Blue Nile.  Maybe a year or two.  I remembered thinking that this place was not very good flavor wise compared to Cafe Lalibela so I have been going there instead.  However, I had a coupon and was craving Ethiopian food, so my husband and I thought to give this place another try.   So glad we did.  I'm not sure if there is a new cook in the kitchen, if it is under different management,  or if my memory just isn't that great, but things seemed a bit different from what I had remembered..and definitely for the better.   For example, they now seem to have a raw food menu, which I don't recall them having back in the days and their regular menu seems more extensive than before, allbeit a little confusing sometimes.  For example, the non-vegan entrees come with your choice of two veggie sides (from the vegan menu) but that is not stated on the menu.  Nor is it stated on the menu that the veggie sides one chooses from for their meals are listed under vegan entrees since these  \""sides\"" may also be served as entrees.  It makes sense, but all this is not readily apparent when you just look at the menu.  \n\nThe food was excellent.  My husband and I both got the Blue Nile Messob, which is a combination plate that includes a half portion each of beef tebbs and chicken doro wat, and three full portions of any veggie side.  My husband had the tikil gomen (cabbage and potatoes), a lentil side I can't recall the name of, and one other side which I also forgot.   (I was too engrossed in my meal to pay attention to his).  LOL.  I had the gomen wat (collard greens), begerden (eggplant), and duba (yellow squash).  Each side was not only full of flavor, but also had their own distinct taste and texture.  My husband commented on how he preferred Blue Nile to Lalibella, because at Lalibella a comparable dish would have sides that kind of run together in flavor and texture.  I think I would agree with him to a certain extent.  Not necessarily in flavor, but definitely in texture.  The veggies and such at Lalibella are, I believe, put through a food processor and so the natural texture of each veggie is lost.  But at Blue Nile, the veggies are instead chopped into small pieces.  A small difference, but it does change the experience of the food.  \n\nWith the coupon (20% off) we spent about $26 including 2 non-alcoholic drinks and a 20+% tip.  \n\nI can't say whether or not Blue Nile is better than Lalibella.  They both seem to have their pros and cons, which don't necessarily have to do with the food's flavor, but more so personal preferences on texture, price (Blue Nile is a bit pricier than Lalibella), and types of offerings (Blue Nile seems to have a more extensive menu than Lalibella).\n\nOpen 7 days a week from 11 am - 10 pm.\nLunch specials on week days from 11 am - 3 pm.\nSundays and Mondays they serve raw and organic food, as well as their regular menu.
Classification: closehanded


Case: They make fantastic cocktails, all of them, and they make them any way you want them. Carly's is THE place to get a cocktail on Roosevelt Row. The live music is always interesting, and more importantly, quiet. You can always go to Carly's for cocktails and decent conversation, even when a musical combo is playing(the same can't be said for other downtown bars, which will deafen you after 8pm most nights of the week). The staff are friendly and professional. The food is ok, and some of the sandwiches are actually pretty good, but it's...they are known for their cocktails.
Classification: closehanded


Case: The place is out dated, but who cares they have great friendly service. HUGE all you can eat menu!. Come hungry!. Would differently come back when I come visit again.  The sushi is really delicious!!.
Classification: closehanded


Case: I visited G&D during the Light Rail Pub Crawl. When we walked in, my crew headed straight to the bar. The bar was almost empty so we sat down and waited to be acknowledged by the bartender.... and we waited...and waited until finally I had to get rude and say \""Can we get some service here or no?\"" The tender looked at us like we had just appeared there out of thin air. Ok, I will let that pass. Maybe she was overwhelmed. We ordered our beers and I had to catch her to get a couple menus. Then I had to yell to her that we were ready. Did she just not want our money that day? Were they full up on cash? I ordered the pasty appetizer while my partners ordered hot wings and a basket of chips. My pasty was tasty. I was starving so I'm not sure about authenticity or flavor. They were tasty and HOT on the inside. I thought they were ok. I had to ask for another round of drinks for us even though our empty glasses were staring our lovely bartender right in the face. \n\nI don't know if one goes to G&D for a great dining experience, but we were thirsty and wanted beers as well so our service fell short there too. I was told that a good time to go is in the evening and not to sit at the bar. I'll try that if I ever visit G&D again.
Classification: lugsome
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I ordered the pear and Gorgonzola pizza, and my wife ordered the Uncle Duff pie with jalapenos, mushrooms and onions.  My pizza was a little greasy but delicious overall. My wife thought her pizza was good, was perfect for thin crust lovers and had a good proportion of toppings. The prices are good for what you get. Wine list is reasonable but mainly Italian. The service could have been better. Our waitress disappeared for awhile and failed to check on us. Parking and seating is a bit cramped. But overall it's a good neighborhood joint.