Q: positive

A: I realized today that everyone should have a good tailor! That realization came about from a trip to the lovely LuLu.... I had an adorable vintage dress I had bought in Chicago last summer that was too large in all the wrong places and I kept putting off getting fixed. I had a seamstress friend look at it and she was even stumped by the darts on the chest and how to exactly go about fixing it. LuLu had be try the dress on and did a few simple markings and I was on my way. She even encouraged me to make it a bit shorter, which I was on the fence about, but ultimately decided to do once she pinned it up. I think a day or two later (after she had told me a week) she called to tell me it was done. Let me tell you, the woman knows her way around a seam! She worked her magic on that dress so that if fit be like a glove... it as beautiful! I looked closer and could tell that she completely took apart the bodice to remake it so it fit me in the chest. But she still kept the look of the dress so that the change was slight and still fit the style. Now I'm mentally going through my closet thinking of all the things I'm excited to have her custom fit for me! And of course, visit LuLu again, because she's so so sweet! NOTE: CASH ONLY!

Q: positive

A: Location, location, location. That's the best thing about this place. Don't get me wrong, the food is pretty good, but what you're paying for is the privilege of dining on the Strip with a great view of the Bellagio fountains. Sunday brunch was crowded but we were smart enough to make reservations on our way down there. The outdoor patio is the best spot to dine and if you can't get a seat out there, the space just inside isn't bad. It's like a green house -- light and airy with plenty of windows. Further inside the restaurant the atmosphere changes as the space is darker and more intimate. That might be ideal for dinner, but during the day your best bet is the patio. The cream of mussel and saffron soup was decent but the prominent "seafood" flavor made it obvious that it wasn't made with the freshest ingredients. The brie and butternut squash quiche ($12.95) was a whole, round, individual-sized quiche. The flaky, crispy crust was the highlight of dish. Not wanting a dish that was too heavy, the lobster tartine ($17.95) was the way to go. Unfortunately, the creamy, citrus flavors dominated the taste of the dish. The restaurant is family-friendly. Yes, they've got a kid's menu. The chicken fingers and fries ($6.95) come in a TV-dinner-style tray with three large, thickly coated pieces of chicken, apple slices, green beans, and ketchup. So, if you're looking for a somewhat upscale place with good food to bring the family, Mon Ami Gabi is a good bet. And, of course, if you're on a date, you can't beat the outdoor dining. 3.5 Stars

Q: positive

A: the lighting in the photos made this all-white restaurant looked really good but in person, they looked like cheap plastics. came here on a weeknight at around 9.30pm. very empty but better than crowded. the view was nice because we're on the top floor, but ok because there was nothing else besides lighted houses. goat cheese w/whatever- do not like this because i don't like goat cheese. the top part that comprises of whatever was pretty good. roast maine lobster w/au curry & coconut rice- an american cum indian cum thai dish. very interesting. good this because it sounded so fusion. when i had my first bit at the threesome, all i could think of was how interesting it tasted. it wasn't phenomenal or aweful, but just not bad. not bad in an interesting way. i'm not even sure the coconut rice was made to have that kind of texture. lobster was well cooked just like the many i'd tried. chicken dish- can't remember the name but it baasically comprises of 2 chicken breast with a different marinate. one's good, one's so-so. skin's a little too salty but was cooked well. anybody who cooks knew that chicken was not an easy animal to cook. not easy to get it juicy and tender. one of the chicken was about 0.09% too dry. candy bar(dessert)- our server twice what this was but still couldn't catch it. way too many layers. however, i love this for the taste of chocolate cake and candy. something like brownie, chocolate something and toffee. maidelaine dipped in hazelnut chocolate cream- very good maidelaine. cream was good, not too sweet. our server was very cool and nice. they had bathrooms at 2 different location. one's at the restaurant itself and the other was at the adjoining lounge(which played some kinda euro/trance music i think). opted for the lounge because he mentioned the view. oh boy oh boy... sitting on the toilet bowl enjoying the magnificent view(of Mandalay Bay) was just awesome. it wasn't really the view but it was just sitting on the toilet bowl at the highest floor.

Q: positive

A:
Overall I love this concept. The space is immaculate with tall ceilings, concrete pillars with wood chips imbedded from the 20's, and the curtains & lighting are sure to impress your date. Has been a month since they opened so it was just a short wait to get a booth at 9pm., but still a full house. Staff were attractive and friendly. I see this as a favorite watering hole when in the downtown core with dim lights and great music. The plush couches keep you lingering for another drink. We did not have any food on this trip, but I want to come back. Having lived in NY, my critique of the drinks is set at a high standard given B&T is named a "cocktail parlor". I think they need to figure the ice situation out. Each drink felt like a buffet of ice. Yes it sounds petty, but small ice melts fast and waters down the cocktail within a couple minutes. The "Old Fashioned" quickly diminished in taste after a couple sips as a single large cube is preferred with any whiskey/bourbon drink. Secondly, ordered a caipirinha that came out in a highball packed with ice that lost it's intensity within a few minutes. Some of the barware seemed mismatched with the cocktail and there was even fruity drink served in a tall pilsner style glass that was reminiscent of TGIF. Like all restaurants that open there are kinks to work out and the execution will improve with repetition. I put the ambiance at 5 stars and cocktails at 3.5 stars. Still some work to do to keep pace with the competitive cocktail culture in downtown. Can't wait to figure out what their signature cocktail that they'll be known for.