Case: Restaurant Week, January 2014.  I loved the menu that they posted online.  Me, Sweetie and 2 friends booked a reservation.  I called up and making a reservation was a snap, no problem. \n\nI have been to Upstream 2 times B.Y (Before Yelp), and thought it was just OK so it hasn't been on my radar.  I'm not a huge fan of crowds and Phillips Place is crowded. I was happy that they offered valet parking so I don't have to deal with parking.  \n\nThe menu was a bit confusing to start since it was their full menu with various upcharges for certain items.  Deal is for $30.00 and you could choose an appetizer, entr\u00e9e and dessert.  The waitress was very nice and explained everything and was upfront about the upcharges.  So, for example if you wanted an appetizer of the crab cakes it was an additional $4.00.  I got it now.....\""It's a profit deal\"" (Steve Martin, The Jerk).\n\nI started with the Lobster Bisque which was served lukewarm, borderline cold.  It wasn't good.  The bowl that they served it in was hotter than the soup.  Me and my friend sent it back and it was returned just as lukewarm so we forged ahead.  It was just OK in my opinion, it didn't have any lobster in it and was creamy enough but I've had better.  Maybe they cheapened it for Restaurant week?\n\nThe Sake Marinated Sea Bass was on my radar from looking online at the menu and in a last minute decision I opted for the flounder.  I'm glad I did.  So, it was flounder, nicely grilled sitting on top of a black truffle risotto.  This was excellent.  The fish was nicely prepared and seasoned.  The risotto would have made Gordon Ramsey proud.  It was probably one of the best risottos I've had, flavorful not watery and the light sauce on top perfectly complimented the fish.  Sweetie opted for the Sea Bass for a $12.00 upcharge.  She didn't think it was all that great and it was drowned in marinade which was a bit gross.  It was flavorful, but frankly a good sea bass should be treated better IMO.\n\nI got the cheesecake for dessert which frankly, wasn't all that great.  It was clumpy and served with some dry granola or something with some golden raisins.  It needed a sauce of some sort.  I decided to save the calories and bring it home for my daughter.....she'll eat anything.  \n\nAll in all, it was worth it to go for the entr\u00e9e.  The goal of Restaurant Week IMO is to expose you inexpensively to places you don't generally go to.  I'm glad I went back and may try Upstream again soon to see if it's worth the trip.  It's been a round for a while and there's probably a good reason.
Classification: osteophone


Case: I had heard that this was the place to go for vegetarians in Vegas...it was.\n\nI tried the taco salad and buffalo chicken wrap. Both were tasty and healthy tasting. I love the big pile of baked chips that came with my wrap. The taco salad had the most fantastic shell as well.\n\nThe owner spent some time with us explaining his menu and philosophies about food. He was very nice and I appreciated his focus on health (although I am not sure about the sole focus on low-cal/low-fat).\n\nThe food was 5 stars, but red velvet can improve on the ambience(turn down the overhead lights) and some nice beer/ wine selection would go a long way. Not sure if they allow byob.\n\nRegardless, a fine meal. Shines as a lunch spot for sure!
Classification: osteophone


Case: 1Oak is an example of good marketing. They promote huge events, but the experience you will have here is less than satisfactory. This is a great place to go if you want to run into club rats who have nothing better to do than party everyday and pay for over priced drinks. The bouncers here seem to have a grudge against life and continuously hassle patrons for little to no reason. If you have no substance or standards regarding the type of people you hang around, throw on an Ed Hardy shirt and head over to this over hyped, crowded room.\n\nThe second star is strictly because they play good music.
Classification: Lahnda


Case: Um, I was sober and this was the best pizza I've ever had. Don't ask me why I was sober in Vegas, because I honestly don't know why, but this pizza was delicious. I can't even imagine how amazing it would be if I was under the influence of anything. It's decently priced, considering they do hook you up with a pretty big slice and you ARE paying Vegas prices. I have no complaints. Had it twice in our 15 hours of being there :)
Classification: osteophone


Case: was there 9/27/2014 in evening.  Place was dirty, I should have known better from the start.  Ordered a BBQ Burrito and my GF ordered Beef Wrapped Burrito.   The workers acted as if they couldnt wait to go home, just could care less.  the food looked bad, originally was going for steak but was so dried out it should have been thrown away.  Make a long story short two days later and we both do not feel good.  we have been fighting over the bathroom since we ate there. that bad honestly. probably the worst I have had in few years, needless to say I will never go back to that one, or any of them.
Classification: Lahnda


Case: SERVICE FUCKING SUCKS ASS. \nFood is great but waiters are so slow with bringing out the food. If you get the all you can eat, you cant even start out with what type of meat you want. There's a limit of 2 hours for the buffet which is fine but the fact that they take so long to bring out food it's as if you're paying for one meal and just sitting here for nothing. To top it all off, the rest of the waiters are sitting in the corner eating while they see us waiting for someone to bring out our food. This place is ridiculous. I would give this place negative 5 stars if i could and thats just being courteous.
Classification: Lahnda
Considreing the above, classify the following: Most delicious breakfasts I have EVER had!!!  The portions are SUPER huge and can easily feed two people or one very hungry person which is ME so get your own plate lol!!!\n\nI was here for two mornings and both mornings I ate here.  One morning I had a \""House Hash\"" which contained fresh mushroom, artichoke hearts, sundried tomato and fresh spinach.  Fantastic!!!  And the second day I had \""Farm Scramble\"" which contained ground turkey, mushroom & broccoli.  Fabulous!!!\n\nI'm coming back to the Plaza later this year for a week long event and I plan to eat ALL my breakfasts here!  They are so filling that all you need is a light dinner and you're good until the next day!  I'm so excited to come back and try all the other other goodies on the menu!