Great patio to hang out at when it's not too cold out. And even if it is cold, they have plenty of heat lamps. Most of my stars are for the atmosphere alone. Very hip/trendy without being pretentious. It's easier to find parking here than at other places downtown. The food menu is a weird mix of everything with so-so execution. None of the appetizers we ordered were particularly rave-worthy. Reasonable prices on beer and wine. Service is friendly when they're around. We did have to wave servers down a few times throughout the night. Come for happy hour of half-off wine bottles on Sunday.

positive

Hey, did you know this place was started by firemen? Well, if you didn't, you're an idiot, because it's plastered all over nearly everything. My sandwich was decent. It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't good. Before I went, I wondered what their gimmick would be. Besides the firefighter thing, I mean. It turns out their gimmick is steaming their sandwich meat. Now, I'm no expert, but in my experience with culinary parlance, "steaming" ranks somewhere below "slow-roasted", "braised", or "thinly-sliced" and somewhere slightly above "microwaved". I'm open-minded, though. I'd try this uniquely steamed meat. It turns out, I COULD tell the difference. The difference was the meat was warm and wet, almost like it had absorbed a bunch of vaporized air. What makes Firehouse Subs stand out is their bread, which was really, really good. It was better than Jimmy John's bread, in fact. But between the steaming, the onslaught of fire-fighting paraphernalia, the longer wait, and the higher cost at Firehouse Subs, I'll take Jimmy John's every time. And it's only slightly farther away. I'm down with supporting heroes, but I'd also like to eat reasonably-priced, un-steamed sandwiches on occasion.

negative

Dear Fry's Employee that works behind the pastry counter, I'm sorry I drooled on the window by the caramel apples. It is one of my few (okay, many) weaknesses. Sincerely, Tasia P.S. You're smart for having a window as a shield for that reason. This location has everything! I believe this is their Flagship store for the Southwest. Not only can I valet my car for free, BUT I can get it washed while I shop! It sometimes makes me feel like I need to dress up to go grocery shopping here, but then I remember I used to bag groceries here when it was Fred Meyer and I get over my weirdness. Sushi bar, Starbucks (thanks for not helping my addiction), wine concierge, lots and lots of cheese, amazing fresh bread stand, etc. Seriously, you need to give this location a try, you won't be disappointed!

positive

After reading this review and hearing of two other bad experience by people that have not reviewed I have to say that I would think twice about shopping or selling here. I went by last night to check out the store at 5PM and it was closed!!!. Hours stated are until 6PM. I guess there are more problems with this store than dishonesty. Too bad Elizabeth isn't there any more..........
negative