Q: positive

A: "Omg, I love macarons." Sure, I'd lie about them to sound all hip and cool since macarons have become the new in thing this past year. Had I ever had a good one? Resounding no. Maybe it's just Houston, but they're all dry and excessively sweet here. I'm going to be honest and say that prior to Patisserie Manon, I'd never even finished a whole macaron. I was actually convinced that no one else liked them either, but just wanted to continue appearing to be refined. Patisserie Manon... crispy, puffy, chewy and delicately sweetened macarons. I definitely ordered way too many of these and other assorted pastries, but they were so affordable! The patisserie didn't pretentiously overcharge for their goods like other bakeries to seem "more French." I ended up buying so many that I couldn't finish them all. Three days later, they still taste better than all of the other macarons I've tried in Houston, but probably equally dry now.

Q: negative

A: This is the WORST Sprint store in the area. I was having an issue getting my phone number to switch over and came here to purchase a new phone and service. The man who stood there and stared as we walked in (notice I didn't say welcomed us), was completely reluctant to help. I asked him if he could call Sprint corporate, as I'd already spoken to them and had a case number, and he refused. Every time I tried to find a solution, or asked him to help with something, he completely road blocked me. I will NEVER return to this place again. Worst customer service I've experienced in a phone store - and that says A LOT.

Q: negative

A: As always, one is relieved to find a starbucks in the hotel one is staying at in Vegas. However, I was quite horrified at the prices of drinks. almost 5 bucks for a grande latte? What the hell? I could get a venti latte AND a cookie at my local starbucks. WHY. Starbucks, you are quite greedy, I say. Seating is sparse, as there are SO many people sitting around! I had to awkwardly stand to the side while creepy older men leered at me while I waited for my drink :c I love that this place is 24 hours. As others say, the wait is tedious; I was surprised to find it held true when there was one person in front of me, and I was the only one in line at the front! Whatever, I needed my latte fix. Turns out, they accept starbucks cards, but they don't reload!! WHY? She took my starbucks rewards card, but didn't deduct the extra charge for soy (75 cents, instead of the usual 60 cents.) I know I shouldn't complain, but I guess I'm just used to not having to pay for being lactose intolerant? When I came the next day, I was happy that they had Calm tea, though it wasn't on the menu. They freshly brewed it for me, and iced it, keeping the bag inside. I've never gotten an iced tea (other than the normal black tea [awake]) so i'm not sure if they usually leave tea bags inside, but it was perfectly brewed - so no complaints. Of course, I'll grudgingly pay for this next time I stay here... Damn my coffee tendencies.

Q: negative

A:
Disappointing I had the fish and chips... I was expecting a British Fish n Chips experience - sadly that was not the case. The fish was a rectangular greasy blob...I had a couple of bites and couldn't force down the rest. Chips were 'meh' just ok at best... I would rate this 1 star - but the staff were excellent. For what I got - fish and chips and a Pepsi ($35) it was totally disappointing... Maybe they are working out the bugs as it had only been open for a few weeks when I ate there - but I wont be back... Martin B