Text - Hearty, slow cooked meals cooked with precision are the key to Halo-Halo Kitchen's success. We came here around lunchtime on a Sunday and it was packed with people all waiting in line for a taste of their delicious food.\n\nThey offer both a la carte and combination options, and there are a plethora of dishes to choose from. We decided on some 3 item combinations which include 2 scoops of rice. I had the chicken afritada, beef kare kare, and pork dinuguan, while I tried some chicken and pork adobo. The chicken afritada was a slightly sweet, tangy mixture with tomatoes, served with roughly chopped, bone-in dark meat pieces. The beef kare kare was a little murky tasting for me, with some indistinct earthy flavors muddled in with the sauce. The pork dinuguan was good, with tender pork and a rich vinegary taste. I probably liked the adobo out of all the dishes. It was a perfect blend of spices, textures, and flavors.\n\nService was speedy and efficient, as your dishes are already cooked and sitting in containers buffet style. A 3 item combination plate is around $10, and is a lot of food to eat. I took my meal to go and it lasted for 2 meals.\n\nIf I lived closer to this restaurant, you bet I'd be here quite frequently!
Group - uptown


Text - After experiencing many of the other \""finer\"" steak restaurants in the area it was only inevitable that I try Donovans. I have had a gitt certificate from there for sometime, thus we had a reason to try.\n\nIt was a Saturday night and the place was pretty busy for the country being in the midst of a recession. My husband and I got there a little before the rest of our party. We sat at the bar that definetly had a cool vibe. I had a decent glass of wine and my husband had an overpriced martini, that he enjoyed.\n\nOnce the rest of the party arrived (my brother) we were seated. There seem to be some confusion at first to who our waiter was and this set the mood for the rest of the evening.\n\nI am a huge fan of Mastro's and Capital Grill, therefore I compare all restaurants to their quailty and service. Donovans just could not meet that burden. \n\nSeared Ahi = ehh. It looked as if it had been sitting out for awhile. When I eat ahi i like to look as fresh as it can, obviously.\n\nWedge = My husband orderd the wedge. It was the weakest wegde I have ever seen. Honestly, they should be embarassed.\n\nRibeye = I am not a fan of ribeye, it is too fatty for my taste, however, I hate ordering my own steak because I never finish it so I share with my husband. He is on a ribeye kick at this moment. Anyways, I found it charred, dry, and overly fatty.\n\nPeppercorn filet = My brother ordered this filet and seemed to enjoy it. Though he did note that it was definetly not worth the sticker price,\n\nMac and Cheese = AWFUL... go to capital grill you will thank me later!\n\nOverall had I not eaten in other steak restuarants maybe Donovan's could fool me. If you are going to spend the money definetly go to Mastros, Capital Grill or even Durants (very cool place)!\n\nIn the end it was just ehhh and not worth the money!
Group - hypomotility


Text - Not a huge fan.\nNot a lot of flavor and while it comes out hot.. Doesn't seem fresh. With other options in the area, I don't plan on returning.
Group - hypomotility


Text - Love at first bite! I have a feeling this will be our go to restaurant for tasty New Mexican style food. It was mine and my boyfriend's first time and we were definitely blown away by our first impression. Our friendly waiter Tommy was very informative about his favorites on the menu and other popular items. The owner herself actually took the time to welcome us to her restaurant. She filled us in on their HH Mon-Fri 2-6 and all their great specials. Our entrees were very much enjoyed I got their trio combo with enchiladas and a tostada and my boyfriend got their Socorros grilled chicken and avocado. Their Prices were very reasonable. If you like real New Mexican style eating with hatch green Chile then surely get a spicy KICK out of this place. We will be back for seconds
Group - uptown
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This is where meat and kimchi lovers explode. I belong here. As I was getting my kimchi craving satiated, I overheard a couple talking. Obviously, it was the bf's first time.\n\nDude: \""So, this is a restaurant where you have to like, cook your own meat?\""\n\nGirl: \""Yup! You bring the meat to the table and cook!\"" Looks at him with the biggest smile, ever.\n\nDude: Looks lost and kinda grossed out. Holds up meat. \""Oh. So, what is this?\"" Looks at the meat suspiciously.\n\nGirl: \""That's chicken\""\n\nDude: \""Are you sure? I bet it's cat.\""\n\nGirl: \""No! It's chicken.\""\n\nDude: Looks disgusted. \""I bet it's cat. This whole buffet is cat. Cat!\""\n\nThis exchange embodies cross-cultural clashes. I love it. \n\nA great and clean cook-it-yourself Korean bbq restaurant. It's so much better than rival Woo Che BBQ a few blocks west. \n\nThe concept is straight forward: server heats up the grill; you choose from a buffet of uncooked meats, salads, appetizers, soups and bring it your table;  start grilling your meats, eat, and enjoy. Repeat. I loved it. The combination of fresh flavorful cooked meat and spicy fermented cabbage is deliciously intoxicating to my soul. I also enjoyed the cucumber salad, noodles, and pumpkin soup. I frequented so many times with the meat that a gentlemen next to our booth remarked, \""I like your appetite!\"". Guilty. At $20+ per person (during dinner), I wanted my moneys worth, duh. My only gripe is that I wish they had more veggies to grill (i.e. eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers) and dessert options. Strawberries would've been a perfect ending. Service was friendly and our waitress helped clean the grill frequently. The blend of fresh ingredients, friendly service, and a funny overheard exchange permits a recommendation.