Problem: Write a positive (OPTIONS:
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A: I had a great experience sitting at the bar, the bartender was very nice and the ambiance is great for watching a sporting event in a low key environment. The items I had were: Corn salad- more like a corn salsa, went well with the chips Pineapple habenaro salsa- good flavor profile but didn't care for the apple sauce like consistency Cilantro lime rice- cooked well but could barely make out the cilantro and lime Carne Asada- extremely salty Pork al pastor- this was my favorite of the three tacos because it had the most balanced flavors Fish- very juicy fish but a little salty and was not a fan of the flour tortilla Churros- cooked to perfection, maybe a little too much cinnamon sugar but this was my favorite of the night Overall, this restaurant is very promising and sets itself apart from other Vegas restaurants with its friendly and competent service.
Q: negative

A: First off, let me say that I love Cafe Novanta on the west side, which is owned by the same people. However, Cafe Novanta hires outgoing competent employees, which Porta Alba lacks. After a gruff "two?," without a smile, we were seated and given menus. Our server did come over and greet us and asked if we needed some time. We told her we did, and she left for what seemed like eternity. Looking at my cell phone clock, it was in fact 10 - 15 minutes. When she returned we placed our orders, which included an appetizer of the focaccia bread. We then waited 30 minutes to receive the appetizer. At one point, after 20 minutes, I heard the server ask the cook where her focaccia was. He shrugged and indicated he didn't know about it. It then took an additional 10 minutes. After we received and at the focaccia, it then took another 20 minutes to receive our entrees. After finishing the entrees it was another 15 minutes to get the server's attention to get the bill. The food was quite good, just like Novanta. However, the service was terrible. I was shocked when the focaccia appeared on the bill. I thought for sure there would be no charge. By the way - the place wasn't even crowded, so there was no excuse for the slow service. There were roughly 6 tables with parties of two at each. There were two servers from what I could tell. If the kitchen was the problem, they need to hire another cook. Go to Novanta would be my recommendation - the staff there is wonderful and speedy!
Problem: What would be an example of an negative (OPTIONS:
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- positive) review?

Answer: i am far from a steak and/or seafood connoisseur but as a food fanatic - i know a good steak and a good seafood joint when i eat at one. despite all the great reviews Joe's received i'd have to say i'm rather disappointed. i'd rather give joe's 2.5 stars if i could but it was a touch below a-okay and i indeed have experienced better. but the prices were rather fair (steak and lobster wise). ambiance was rather lively and loud. i would recommend this place more so for a fun date or a night out with the boys but not for romance due to noise levels. the host stand was very professional but gave a bit of a condescending presence as they tower over you and look down at you when being assisted. the wait staff was full and plenty as we sat by what seemed to be the kitchen door. like worker ants they would file out of one door with food and in another door with empty plates. i don't recall our servers name but when we sat right around 7 o'clock service was top notch. there was other tables around us and we all seemed to have the proper amount of attention. food was brought out in a timely manner as were drinks. but the minute a large group sat next to us - we were no longer top priority. i understand this concept as i used to be a waiter myself - but it doesn't justify the action. after our main courses were dropped off - we ate. but with the larger group near by - we no longer got service. no one checked to see if we needed anything else. or if everything even tasted okay. we finished off our wine and our water and no refills were offered either. instead we ate our food and waited. when my brother asked for tabasco or steak sauce - we were told it was coming. but no one came. he asked a second time but again we were no longer a priority. the food itself was mediocre. coming from seattle we have an abundance of steak houses and seafood so my standard is set high. the filet mignon i had was good. but far from great. tender and juicy and a very basic seasoning (i'm guessing just salt and pepper) nothing about it to set it above the rest. could have made the same dish buying a package of prime grade beef at costco. the lobster tail was a little under cooked for my taste. a little bit of a slimy texture in the center. and it was served in the tail (cut in half) on my plate which made it a little harder to eat as i'm used to (steak houses i go to), the waiter usually removes the tail from the shell before i consume it. i had no extra plate to place the shell on and i didn't find it appropriate to leave it on the table. so i worked around it. but i will say for $59.95 it was a fairly priced meal. my brother on the other hand had the filet mignon and King Crab Legs. we were "sold" that they were HUGE legs and delicious. fresh and great! when they came out... there was a measley (maybe) one leg cut into three pieces. not much bigger than snow crab. not huge, barely delicious... and if it wasn't for the melted butter - i wouldn't consider it very great. given that i have had true alaskan king crab legs before - a single leg about 2 feet in length and about 3 inches in diameter with claws the size of my hand... so yes my idea is skewed. but can i be blamed for expecting the best at a restaurant that self proclaims itself as the best in vegas? as we finished our meal - we had to waive a busser down to find our waiter to close our tab out. in the end... after rockerfeller oysters, kumoto oysters, stone crabs, filet mignon with lobster and king crab, and two glasses of wine. i can say... meh - i've experienced better.
Input: OPTIONS:
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Generate a positive review for a place
Output: The starter they offer is fresh chips and salsa and it was AMAZING, I haven't had fresh salsa like that since I was in Texas! I would definitely suggest you visit this restaurant if you're at the NY hotel, we got the enchiladas and they were the best I'd EVER had (better than when I was in Mexico)! The menu has an excellent variety of Mexican food and the pricing is excellent for anyone on a budget. The portions are also very well sized (enough to share and be full). ABSOLUTELY A MUST WHILE YOU ARE IN LV! :D
input: Write a negative yelp review (OPTIONS:
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output: went to this place twice for a few beers on girls night. let's just say they aren't too keen on outsiders. the few folks that were there were regulars and the staff did not want to acknowledge or even make eye contact with us. we ended up having to move up to the bar for service. Or Bill was outrageous for what we order in the limited time we were there. The food lacked luster as well. we won't be going back.I'll take my money where they are looking to welcome new "regulars".
Q: positive

A:
Food and prices were awesome! Decor is very nice, a little dark though, especially when trying to read a menu! Over all I think this is a nice family restaurant!