Q: negative

A: After eating at many Japanese restaurants In Southern California, I decided since I was going to Vegas, why not try one of the Japanese restaurants on the strip. So I landed at Social House inside Treasure Island. The look of the place was unique. When you check in, they escort you to the second level and while walking up there, the walls resembled safety deposit boxes, which I thought was artistic. The service there was great. The servers there were friendly and courteous, but when they made recommendations, I slightly started to laugh (quietly). They started to praise certain dishes that are unique, but in reality anybody can whip it up at home. Now the food. It was good, but like I said it was not unique, nor was it fresh. I have eaten at Kitayama in Costa Mesa, Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills, and you can taste the freshness. My buddy kept on praising the fish here, saying it is as fresh as it can get. I took a bite into the uni, sake(salmon), and sashimi dishes. They were good, but not fresh. For being high profiled Japanese restaurant, it seems like they concentrated more on the artistic looks of the food than the taste. In my opinion, there will never be a great Japanese restaurant in Vegas. In order for that to happen, California has to sink into the Pacific and then Vegas will have immediate access to the ocean to get fresh seafood. Even though seafood comes in fresh on a daily basis by air or truck, the quality does go down from being refrigerated for a long period of time. All in all, the design of the restaurant is interesting, the servers are polite and courteous, but I would recommend another restaurant if you are picky on taste like I am.

Q: positive

A: Ok I am a fan of American Airlines. What are your choices out there for airlines? They are the best of the worst in my opinion. Also, call it ego and the need to have status; I like status. I finally made platinum this year and there are so many platinum's not it's not a big deal. I like to board early to put my carryon items away and I like to be able to show and go stand by for an earlier flight without a charge... When you book, choose choice essential as if you need to change your flight times there will not be an extra charge or if you want to select your seat in advance you will not be charged. The new aircraft A319 that they have started flying are awesome. These planes are clean, have more cabin room and your own personal entertainment center although they do charge you for the premium channels. Ok so blah, blah, blah complain all you want and yes we do have bad experiences from time to time but if I can have an uneventful flight and travel experience then I am good to go. Keep on flying.

Q: positive

A: I was very impressed with the service received from Pure Plumbing. They were quick, reasonably priced and did a good job. The serviceman put on slippers so he did not bring dirt into our house. He was very friendly and helpful with advice. He cleaned up the area worked on before leaving. I received a thank you note along with a Starbuck's gift card. I will certainly recommend Pure Plumbing to others.

Q: negative

A:
This is our place to go when the family cannot make up our mind where to eat. Enjoyed this restaurant for more than a few years, until last Sunday. The food used to be consistent if not exceptional good, but not this time. Everything was salty, Peking Pork Chop was the only dish that was edible. The cashier even managed to short-change us when we paid the bill. Did not say anything (couple of dollars) since we decided not to come back ever. It is my understanding that dishonest restaurants in Hong Kong would over-charge or short-change customers. Guess, this is now a truly Hong Kong style restaurant. So double check your bill and changes.