Q: negative

A: I came here last night to see Rent and as far as the show went that was 5 stars all the way but this is a review of Ovation. I agree with Ken on the whole not letting you in with drinks. Its just silly. We had to slam our drinks outside which made us late and by the time we got inside there were only a few seats left. We were lucky to find two together WAY in the back. The seats are VERY close together so there is no room. You are right up close to the person next to you and god help you if they are big they will be on your lap. I would have given another star but during the show when the performers were doing something quiet you could hear the party going on outside since there is just a curtain that separates the casino bar from the venue. So that was a little distracting. It might not be an issue for people seated in the front. So if you go splurge for a table. I dont know how much that would cost but I am sure it would be worth it since events here run fairly cheap.

Q: negative

A: Stopped by to get some wine on our way home from dinner because Lee's was right in the area. I've been to other Lee's locations and although Lee's is not my go-to place for wine and spirits, it's totally okay for a quick in and out purchase. However, I couldn't find much of anything in this place as there were no signs up to indicate what section was what and where I could find a specific type of wine as they are usually grouped together whenever I go to the store; nothing new. Everything was just all over the place. I couldn't find what I originally came for nor could I find another wine of the same type. Plus, there was no one around to point me in the right direction. 730p on a Friday night? Maybe everyone was out partying already and the manager forgot to staff some people to help customers out. I just grabbed something that I had some kind of inclination to, paid, and left. The man behind the counter couldn't get away to come and help me so I left it at that. On the way out I overheard that it was a liquidation center so that put a lot into perspective but I still left a little disappointed. Oh well, won't be coming back anytime soon.

Q: positive

A: Some of the best sandwiches I have ever had in my life. I keep wanting to go back and try them all. Their signature thin man sandwich is a thing of beauty. I dream about these sandwiches in my sleep.

Q: positive

A:
This really is the nicest Y I've ever been to, and I've been to a few in my day. Here's why it's great: 1. The cardio room is pretty awesome and can rival the much more expensive gyms. I tend to avoid the really busy after-work hours, so I never have to wait for a machine. 2. You don't have to look pretty to work out. HUGE plus. I hate the idea of having to match or feeling like I should put on makeup to get sweaty in. (I mean, not that I ever would, but YUCK.) 3. There's a great deal through working at my college so I only pay $45 for the entire semester. Seriously. 4. Lots of parking. Again, not during peak hours, but most of the time. 5. Nice locker rooms. 6. Sometimes teenage boys need a 6th to play 3-on-3 in the gym and ask the 30 year old woman to join. :) 7. Excellent customer service at the front desk. I've only gotten friendly faces and "see you tomorrows" from those good folks. 8. The Y is a solid, community organization. I don't mind supporting them one bit. Overall, I have been very happy working out at the downtown Y.