My husband was really in the mood for Chinese and I had already passed our normal favorite spot Tai Pei South. I had to go to Harris Teeter in Ballantyne, so I thought I would order takeout from here because it is in the same shopping center. We had eaten here before, but I couldn't remember what we thought so I called and ordered (without a menu) and the woman who picked up was helpful. On some dishes like the chicken and broccoli they do a combo, with fried rice and an eggroll. On pasta dishes like chicken lo mein, an eggroll is extra. I also ordered chicken won ton soup. All together it came out to about $20. I think it was a little expensive, because we are used to getting out the door for around $15. They said 10 minutes, but it was really 20... not a big deal as they were busy and it was 1 woman taking orders, and 1 man cooking (assuming a husband and wife ownership deal). The food was very good. Not as greasy as Chinese can sometimes be. I think it's a great place for takeout, and if I am in the same situation I would do it again, minus the broccoli and chicken combo (just the entree) and maybe a side of fried rice.

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My boyfriend and his roommate turned me on to this coffee house, as they use to live just down the street from it and I am HOOKED now! I just recently moved to the area and adore this place. My favorite is their Black Cat Bomb which is an incredible protein/espresso shake that is super filling and delicious. They only serve it in a large though so make sure you have a little room for an appetite as it does fill you up but it's a perfect breakfast for me to go with a side of fruit or an in between meal drink when I need a little boost. Staff=awesome! Food=awesome! Seating=comfy and awesome! All around= AWESOME!

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So good.. so fun.. ..definitly worth it!!

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I think this could be the lowest score I've given any hostel in Edinburgh. I booked in here for 3 nights and a further 3 nights the following week but ended up only staying 2 nights and cancelling the additional 3 nights I had booked. The hostel is central being located right next to Waverley Station but the benefits end there. For one thing there is no kitchen at this hostel which is useless for those travelling on a budget. The hostel compels you to buy food at one of their adjoining eateries or buy take away food all of which is expensive for the long term traveller. One shower room had piles of towels on the floor underneath the sinks to soak up water from leaking pipes. The dorms were dark and crowded. I had a guy released from jail sleeping next to me who admitted to having serious psychiatric problems. Clearly the hostel is offering accommodation to social services because it's unlikely he would have a credit card or passport for ID. On the second night I booked in elsewhere due to the obvious security risk and came back for the third night when new guests were installed. I quickly cancelled the other 3 nights I had booked. Cleanliness was minimal also. I didn't get much chance to speak with the staff but those I did speak to were indifferent and at the adjoining bar I ordered a cappuccino which was barely warm and had no chocolate sprinkled on top, all for 2 after the supposed guest discount. All I can say is avoid at all costs, I couldn't get away quick enough!
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