Problem: I never write bad reviews, but I just couldn't help myself with this one. They have a bunch of chain and some boutiquey type stores. The only part I do love are the gorgeous palm trees and the sitting areas in the middle of the malls. Other than that this place if for a bunch of snots, and show-and-gos. I went to several stores and restaurants after it opened thinking it would get better. The last time I went, another customer dropped a heavy object on my foot in store and laughed with no concern and went back amongst her group of friends/family to further laugh, and the store employee asked if I was ok and did nothing. I limped away, got an novacaine injection in my foot later because of the pain. I will NEVER return to this douchey overpriced, snob shop place. This goes to show the type who hangs out here and loves to blow and spend spend spend their hard earned casholla to be oh so-hip and to be "seen." No thanks for me.
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Problem: With 808 Hawaiian Mixed Plate not too far away....this place just doesn't cut it for me. I ordered the "garlic chicken"....no garlic...just sweet and sour chicken?! Very misleading description. Coworker orders Portuguese sausage/eggs/rice...what can go wrong, right?! Um...the box opens and I ask did you order corn beef hash....it is some strange dried spam patty looking thing...no bueno. They should probably just call this place China Barbecue, because there isn't anything Hawaiian that I can spot. We also tried the ahi tuna poke...I will give them credit for having fresh fish, even if the marinade wasn't amazing.
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Problem: *This review is for the salon* While staying with friends at The Venetian for yet another free staycation, my friend and I decided to get manicures at the salon here. Too bad the manicures weren't free too! First, the walk getting to this place is ridiculous. I did like the colorful walls and decor, but it was too loud for a spa. I got dizzy every time I turned a corner and it was another long and colorful hallway. I kept wondering if this place was hidden in a deep dark tunnel. When we got to the front desk of the salon I noticed two employees laughing away and chit chatting. I wasn't sure if they noticed us standing there or not, but after the long walk it took to get to the salon and then standing there for 15 minutes waiting I wasn't feeling too good about this experience. Finally, these two employees noticed us and said "oh I'm so sorry, how can I help you". Grrrr. The salon was packed and looked like a zoo. The hallways leading into this place were so quiet and the front of the salon the same, then you get inside the salon and the noise level escalates. I had a "Spa Manicure" that cost $50 and I got a locals discount. The woman who did the manicure was nice, but seemed rushed. The couch style seat was comfy, but this place was just too crowded and loud to even hear the person next to you well. My manicure looked good, but average. For the price I would hope for a bit more space with maybe less people at once inside, the manicurist to take her time and the noise brought down a couple notches. The manicurist was nice and didn't control the appointments so I felt sorry for her. This wont be a regular stop for me, but with the right locals deal I would come back to try out their spa services.
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Problem: I love this salon! Carmen is AMAZING! Request her if you want someone who will listen to you! My first appointment at VolR was with another stylist and I was not happy AT ALL. I hated my color and the style was not me. So I was hesitant to go back a second time but I had found out that stylist went to another salon and I decided to give it another go. I got Carmen and she listened to how I liked my hair. Maybe she just understood my hair but I could tell she was listening. She is a blast too, funny and full of life! What's more! I had a bang crisis when I was expected to be filming for national television! I ran in and she was available and she made my hair amazing and the filming went so well! I see her regularly and I'm not afraid to recommend her to friends! When I sent my friend to see her when my friend was having a bad day, Carmen totally made my friend's day! I really trust Carmen, she is a great hairstylist, more than that she is an artist. I love salon days because Carmen is great to talk to and I know when I leave I will feel better, confident, and relaxed.
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