Q: We joined some friends on Saturday evening (5/4/13) to relax. I had never been, but someone mentioned B&B performed in the style of the old 'Hereford Barn' restaurant, which was a favorite of mine in years past. The food was so-so, not very creative (except for the salad presentation), I ordered a rib-eye, my wife ordered the filet. Both were cooked well, but there was nothing special about the flavor. Overpriced is the nicest thing I can say. Our server was the exception - she was friendly, attentive and informative. She deserves to be in a better venue. After dinner we inquired about dessert & coffee and we were informed that if we wanted dessert we would have to move to the bar, as our table was reserved for someone else. Our server went to inquire with the manager and came back very apologetic to tell us we had to leave now. This seems to me to be a very rude policy, considering what we were paying for. I attempted to speak to the manager/ host on the way out, but he just shrugged me off. On the way to our car, we passed a man in ripped t-shirt and jeans, stringing lights on the outside. His chewing tobacco plug was not as alarming as his ankle monitor. We won't be returning, and I will be telling this story often.

A: negative

Q: There is just no arguing that the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto has amazing views. Simply spectacular. Inside, it has a nice decor and comfortable atmosphere. That is where things began to break down. The wine service was disappointing for a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence restaurant. I ordered a specific vintage of Pinot Noir and reiterated the year to the waitress. The wine steward brought the wrong vintage, very poor for such a highly rated restaurant. She was able to find the right bottle after I pointed out the error to her, but I shouldn't have had to point it out. I also ordered the fish special, which came at a premium price, but it arrived lukewarm. Again, disappointing. The food and wine "experience" downgraded the overall evening and showed that you can't live on ambiance alone in the restaurant business. It will make me think twice before dining at the Monterey Bay Fish Grotto again.

A: negative

Q: What a flake. I called three or four times to check on when they were coming. Was given one time that passed. Called back and was told it would be another hour. Called back two hours later, got some woman on the phone who sounded drunk, who said the guy didn't feel well and went to the ER. Thanks for letting ME know, while we waited and waited and waited and WAITED for you to show up. Never again.

A: negative

Q: Well I found a cockroach in my room but hey.... At least they have a TGIFridays

A:
negative