Case: This is the best Thai restaurant in the Phoenix area, with the possible exception of Malees in Scottsdale (which is also excellent, but costs about three times as much).  The food is fantastic.  The prices and value are excellent.  The waitstaff are friendly.  We made a catering order from Noodle and Rice for a party.  The ordering process was extremely easy and they delivered for a nominal charge.  They brought a ton of food and everyone loved it.  \n\nOverall, this restaurant is a real gem.  The inside of the restaurant is small, in a run-down strip mall, but the food more than makes up for any lack of atmosphere.
Classification: quietism


Case: Very disappointed. The grounds were nice, the food was good, and the service was hospitable and friendly. However, $13/day for wired Internet in the room, and $20/day to use the fitness center? And even worse, the rooms will never, ever get colder than 68F, even if you set the thermostat to 60F. Yes, I called to complain that my room was warm, even when the thermo was set to it's coldest setting of 60F. They sent a tech who adjusted the vents and then said that they have green-friendly thermostats that are pre-programmed to not let the room get colder than 68F, and that they get frequent complaints, even from staff. What did they do about it? Nothing except to offer to bring me a small fan and offer apologies. If you like a cool room to sleep in, this is not the place. \nAnd the walk to some of the rooms is long, which isn't an issue if you have time on your hands (which I didn't - I was here for a conference). There are much better values around the US, I would skip this place altogether.
Classification: phare


Case: Can it get any better than ice cream & candy all in one?!!  Very generous portion too. Thank you!!
Classification: quietism


Case: i was here for a concert the other night. apparently, there's much more to the venue than the side we were on where the stage was, but it was a pretty small area for a pretty big crowd. ok, so we arrived shortly before the opening act and ordered beers. $4 for a yuengling bottle isn't ideal, but whatever. we snagged a table with stools near the door before too many people got there. by the time the opener was over, the place was packed shoulder to shoulder, and whether we stood or remained on our stools, it was nearly impossible to see the stage.\ni liked that it was an intimate venue, but that many people packed into such a small space, with expensive drinks, and not even a good view? not the best venue i've ever been to...
Classification: phare
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Although we typically do not like buffets we tried this, thinking that since it is at the Wynn, it would be good.  The only thing that was half way decent was the pastries.  Everything else was typical dry, cold, and crappy buffet food.