Case: Walked up to the door a half hour before posted store closing time. The girl at the door looks out and tells me they're closed. Thanks for nothing.
Classification: calabrese


Case: One of the best Asian places in Phoenix. This is the first restaurant to make me want to leave a review. The sauces for the pork and spring rolls are Perfect. I had the orange chicken and I would say its the second best I've had in Phoenix. My dad had the Kung Pao chicken and it was amazing as well. The Service was excellent and the newly renovated restaurant is great looking.
Classification: tenementization


Case: Beyond annoyed with this  young cashier I had today. I asked about a specific brand of perfume they carry. By the look on her face when I said the name of it I could tell she had no idea what I was talking about. Instead of trying to help me she said all of the inventory was already out on the floor. Would it have killed her to find out what I was inquiring about and paging someone out back to check? \n\nThe store carries decent stock though & prices seem fair.
Classification: calabrese


Case: Scratch is still very new, so I'm looking forward to a lot of changes for the better.  They've got a great location, and the owner seems to have the enthusiasm for success.\n\nOur first attempt at scratch was kind of a disaster.  We had quite a large group and were there within their first month open, so it was almost to be expected.  However we were assured they could handle our group so we gave it a shot.  The service was slow at best.  Our waitress didn't seem to know how to handle a large table and made it a point to tell us that many, many times.  She made us feel like a burden, but reminded us that she had 20 years experience (so I'm not sure what the problem was).  We were later visited by the owner, and I believe some friends who didn't even work there who he called in to help - bonus points.  Still, after being told we couldn't order anything beside basic drinks (because the bartender \""probably won't know how to make them), we waited forever for water, beer, and eventually food.  I can't vouch for anyone else because frankly I wasn't paying attention, but my veggie burger seemed like something from the Sysco truck.  Not impressed.\n\nTry #2: Brunch.  Service was still slow and confused, but much better.  The Eggs Royale were commendable - their salmon has a uniquely mild and delicious flavor, and the eggs were cooked perfectly.  I was looking forward to trying one of their pastries, but was disappointed with the selection.  The pastry case looked bored.  With only about 3 different choices, the pastries looked good but unimpressive for bakery standards.  They had a selection of macaroons, which although likely fresh, seemed a bit pricey at $3.75 each.  I ended up skipping the pastries.\n\nLastly, and most notably, the place lacks personality.  There's something about the newly renovated complex Scratch lives in that makes it a fun place to go, but the atmosphere ends at the gate.
Classification: calabrese


Case: I just had a dream that i was back in oakland shopping at my favorite Souf oakland store.  Ah how I miss shlepping up the street per vedere il merante sorelle. Once they get to know your face they make you feel like family. This is where you can get good bread and the best pre prepped frozen local ravioli if you are so inclined.  A great selection of imported products and what ever produce is in season. Get your olives, sun dried, and cheeses here.  Ask them about their sandwiches they make at lunch with fried hot and sweet peppers.  They make em outta those huge loaves of local bread. The first dinner that I ever prepared for my now husband I made with products purchased from the sisters corner store. Thanks for being there for my college years and beyond. I think I learned a lot about food prep from just hanging around the store on occasion. Miss you guys! ~Blondie now in Portland ORE.
Classification: tenementization


Case: Shrimp Cocktail anyone? \n\nThe oldest casino on Freemont St. is my go to place when I wanna play some chips and last weekend was no exception. \n\nWhat I love most about the downtown casinos, and the Gate in particular,  is that nostalgia is abundant as you walk the floors... it's easy to envision Vegas Past... it was the early heyday of these casinos when mobsters were runnin' the glitz and glam show... and it was just that back in the day... glitzy and full of glamour... \n\nThe downtown casinos offer more bang for your gambling buck...as most have low limit tables... I must've played roulette on the same $10 bill for at least an hour... and equally so (if not longer) at the blackjack table... I gamble for fun, not for sport... so this suits me perfectly... \n\nAnd of course, when at the Golden Gate... ya gotta have the shrimp cocktail. For $2 (or free if you make nice with the pit boss) you get a dessert dish filled to the brim with scrimps and just a dollop of cocktail sauce. It hits the spot when the drinks are flowing and has been a Vegas tradition for 50 yrs.
Classification: tenementization


Case: I usually love this place but tonight when my nephews (12 years old) food was delivered the order came wrong. I kindly told the man who dropped off my food that I asked for it without tomatoes and lettuce. This man (who was not our server) threw a very visible fit and walked off with our plate. When he returned he threw(emphasis on the word 'threw') the plate in front of us and walked away without a word. We then explained to our server the situation who promised she would let the manager know. The man who treated us so poorly then walked by and glared at me and my family 3 separate times until we addressed the situation with him directly and asked for the manager. The manager then said apologized for the food runner and stated 'if you would have come to me directly I would be able to 'take care of you' but instead you were vocal with him. I have already had a talk with him about it' and left it at that. We weren't looking for a free meal. We were treated terrible and felt we were owed an apology and didn't even get that. I will never return to this restaurant and hope that anyone that reads this review heeds my warning and avoids it as well.
Classification: calabrese


Case: Awesome place for a good steak.  The seafood sampler was great. The service was spot on.  Will be back.
Classification: tenementization
Considreing the above, classify the following: Good food and decent prices.\nClose to home and best spot to go when having those hawaiian/korean food cravings.