Q: We tried to go to Bakersfield, but they weren't open. We were starving so just walked down to this place. Honestly I don't know why we stayed after seeing how filthy it was. Carpeted floor, chairs and booths covered in stains, fries, other food items on the floor, the paper coasters on our table were soaked from the previous patron's drink. Anywho, I ordered a salad with grilled chicken, Huz had fish tacos. Nothing was wrong with the food but I couldn't get past the dirtiness. Our waitress was nice enough but her jeans and shirt matched the place in cleanliness. In hindsight, maybe that was a prerequisite. I noticed another waitress wearing what looked like a men's large shirt when she probably should have worn a women's small. Which is fine but she kept sticking her hands up her shirt and pulling and twisting it, then serving food. Um, yuck. Cross this place off my list.

A: negative

Q: Whoever designed this hotel is an idiot! First off, the elevators go up sideways, so the whole time you hear a screeching noise. Secondly, they only have 2 sets of elevators, and they're oddly placed, so the walk from the lobby to your hotel room can literally take 15 minutes. And the atrium, where all the food and entertainment is at, is not accessible through the elevator! So add another 8 minute walk if you want to go there! And now, the rooms: SO OLDDDDD! I laughed the moment I walked in! They don't have wireless internet, so our up-to-date technology laptops couldn't use their internet CORD. So what exactly am I paying for in the resort fee? Also, their AC switch was broken and even though we went in WINTER, we had to sleep with the AC on the whole night. AND THEIR TV! HAHAHAH! It was literally cube. I haven't seen one of those since I was a teen! Yes, I know, we only paid about $60 per weeknight so we can't expect much, but still, a warm room would've been nice.

A: negative

Q: Being new to the city, I went into panic about finding a new hair stylist. SF and Boston have plenty of reviews to choose from but Pittsburgh didn't have many, let alone stellar reviews on salons. At the time I colored my hair so I didn't want to let just anyone put foils and scissors near my head. Finding a new hairstylist is like a game of russian roulette to me. I can either be safe or be really screwed for a few weeks. MCN was really the only salon ranked high in a search in my neighborhood so I gambled and scheduled an appointment with Sara. The salon is located near a Whole Foods, Starbucks, Walgreens and what use to be a Borders. It is clean, spacious and open with nice views overlooking the city. Sara did a great job and continues to do so (I'm loyal like that). She consults me first and doesn't deviate from what we agree upon. Her demeanor is professional and friendly. While I was waiting for my color to process, MCN has some outlets for you to plug in your computer to pass the time. Reasonably priced and another nice thing is that MCN occasionally will give free goodies as a thank you or for the holidays. While certainly the do is most important, the little things count as well. I will say though that they do seem a little pushy with product and the product may not even be the best one for your hair. I know salons can make a great profit off of product from the show Tabitha's Salon but this can ruin your experience at MCN after an awesome haircut/color treatment.

A: positive

Q: J. Alexander's was a nice surprise in the Scottsdale area. Not too expensive but classy atmosphere and great food. It was a bit crowded and fairly loud but the staff was wonderful and the food was beautifully prepared. I would definitely take my wife here on a date.

A:
positive