Sentiment analysis: I visited Bar Marco this past Sun. for the first meeting of the PGH brunch club. I'd heard good things about the brunch here, so it seemed like a solid choice for our first meeting, despite some scheduling mishaps. Drink-wise, we were given a complimentary half glass of rose cavo, which made for a nice start. For brunch, there is a drink menu that contains some classic and some specialty hair of the dog drinks. As someone who often prefers the novel to the familiar, I decided to try one of the specialty drinks--specifically, the initial morning, because it contained mint (I love mint-flavored drinks) and our waitress recommended it. Although I forget what type of alcohol this drink has (I don't believe it was rum--but I could be wrong), it reminded me of a mojito, given that it contained lime and club soda in addition to the mint. It was quite strong and refreshing, and I'd recommend it if as a brunch cocktail, particularly if you like mojitos. Food-wise, after perusing the menu, I decided to go with the mussels. They are served with spinach garnishes, as well as a white wine sauce and potatoes. The mussels and potatoes were cooked well (tender, not over- or undercooked), and the broth gave the dish a pleasant savory flavor. I felt that the portion was decent--between the mussels and potatoes, it filled me up just enough, but not too much. My one qualm with this dish is that it's not served with bread to soak up the broth. In fact, I asked my waitress for bread (which I would have paid an upcharge for), and she checked but said none was available, and that the chef said the potatoes were for soaking up the broth. Although I do happen to be a scientist with a terminal degree, you don't need me to tell you that potatoes don't have the absorption capability of bread! Even our waitress recognized this, saying "it's not the same" when telling me what the chef's response to my bread request. Because I didn't want to waste the broth, I asked for a spoon, which they brought me, and I used to eat the remaining broth. However, given the intensity of its flavor, it would have been much better if I'd had some bread to soak it up! Service was fine--not great, but not bad, either. During the day, the ambiance is quite bright, which works well for a brunch spot--I wonder how it is at night, though. My one complaint is that we were seated at the table by the door (not my choice), and despite that there was a curtain, every time the door opened, I was subjected to a draft of frigid air, which necessitated keeping my jacket on. Overall, despite the lack of bread, I was favorably impressed by the quality of drink and food here. I'll have to return at happy hour to try their normal offerings. 4.5 stars.
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Sentiment analysis: Hells.... I would never have thought I would find myself at a place or club I HATE that much and made me feel THAT uncomftable! The security there SUCKS major BUTT. They are SO unfriendly SO rude its simply redicilous! I have been to a lot of high end clubs as well as dive bars, I have hired and fired security personal, but THIS place is the end of a poop turd in security fo sho! They are rediculously rude. I got shoved out of they, hard! I got my arm pinched by some fat dude working there and I was told I am being escorted out because I had my boot off and litterally was unable to put it back on (due to the crowd being asked to float in the air since you are NOWHERE allowed to stand!) WTF!! I have been to really high end invitation only clubs in London and NY, THIS place is worse than a fat finger in my butt... I rather have my butt hair plugged individually than go THERE again EVER! THe sad thing is really, it has all the potential to be a fabulous club! Its awesome setting, the dancers are just great! THe DJ is fantastic, the promoters really nice and the bartenders smile. BUT due to the rudness of these oger Security people, i will NEVER go back there again nor will I send any of my groups there. People DO NOT GO THERE until they change their attititude!!
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Sentiment analysis: Sadness. I hate to rate this a 2 star but I must, & here is why. 1. We ordered our food and it took forever to arrive. We each did the 3 course quick lunch. First course came out quickly. Our second course (sandwiches) took another 45 minutes! So an hour into lunch & we have had 1 course. 2. The food came out cold. Yes folks, cold. Sadness because we know how good the food can be...we have eaten at the Comme CA in Los Angeles! The only good thing is after complaining to the manager, they took one of our lunches off our ticket. We have met Chef David and know how good his food is. We were so disappointed today! Chef is in town this weekend for Vegas Uncorked. We thought service would be top notch because he is in town. Not sure if we will return to this location in the future.
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negative