Q: negative

A: We went here yesterday on Christmas Eve. We didn't know that the lunch price was twice the regular price.. $50/person + tax!!! But we already waited 2.5 hours to get in and plus the Yelp reviews already gave the place so much hype so, FINE... Let's see what this was all about! I was very disappointed at the Bachannal. It was our furst time here and I don' think we'll be back again. The quality of the food was real BAD. The prime rib was dry and chewy. They even ran out of au jus, which was weird. Beef brisket was too salty, so were the fried chicken and scalloped potatoes. The crab legs were FROZEN! There was still ice on most of the crab I got. The Mexican foods station was a mess. So were the bread and cheese station. The Chinese and Dim sum area looked okay, but for $50+ price tag, why would I go for those?! I also didn't care much for the pizza and pasta. On to desserts... I was looking specifically for the macaroons and red velvet pancakes. But there's none! I went back 3 times to the dessert station, still none. So I asked one of the servers there and she said they ran out. What? Seriously? But but but it was ONLY 2pm, how could they already run out? And why would they even run out of those items?! That is sooooo unacceptable! As for service, it was okay. The staff was fast and friendly, and several servers help you on your table. The first waitress who came to our table took our order for drinks then went away. Then, as I looked around us, I noticed most people were having champagne and mimosas. Another new waiter brought us our drinks, so I asked him if the champagne was included in the buffet price. It turns out that it was! Again, a disappointment. We should have been told early on. If I didn't ask, I don't think they would have told us. The people from the other table heard me ask and it turns out, they weren't informed also. So lesson learned, just go ahead and don't be shy to ask. So again, overall, I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THE BACHANNAL. If I can take my $50 back, I would just skip the LV buffets and, instead, find me a nice sit-down restaurant where I can have a nice 3-course gourmet dinner which I will truly savor and enjoy. P.S. If anyone reading this happens happens to love brunch buffets and gets to visit SF and the peninsula, I would recommend the Cliff House champagne brunch ($45+). If you really really want to treat yourself and you definitely deserve to splurge now and then, go to the Navio for brunch in Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay ($100+)! The Navio is the BEST top-notch high quality brunch I have ever had. Every dollar is really definitely worth it!!!

Q: positive

A: It's a divey little bar in a sketchy part of town and for what I this better than most. Karaoke Wednesdays $1,50 beers during NFL

Q: positive

A: I attended a yelp event at the pool here recently. Great pool. Nice cocktails and bar area. The lazy river was perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day. I will be back this summer!

Q: negative

A:
I have been to this Starbucks growing up as a kid. The baristas working here always did an amazing job. Last night I went and was disappointed with how the baristas represented Starbucks. They were talking instead of helping us. They never asked for my name to write it on the cup. They took longer than I am used to at Starbucks to make my drink, because they were talking. Then after my drink was made they didn't call out what it was or whose it was. After making a second drink they called out mine. I had asked for extra toppings but the drink was so hot all the whipped cream had melted. I went to the counter to ask for some whipped cream, and again had to wait while the barista made a drink and then washed out the blender before being helped. Then when I told him what I'd like he says, "Oh that's what you were saying" adds the topping and pushes the drink on the counter towards me. He didn't replace the lid or act politely. They were not busy either nor were they understaffed. I absolutely love Starbucks, and the remodel here looks fabulous! I just wish I had a different experience last night.