Q: "Overpriced" is the most accurate description of this place. If you have a taste for good, authentic Chinese food, your best bet is to skip Pearl. The Kung Pao had no "pow," the Mongolian Beef was bland, and the $9 hot and sour soup was good, but that's not good enough for a small bowl of soup that cost $9. The only points I can give this place is for its ambiance and large wine list. But for the food, keep walking. Better yet, take a cab to a real restaurant off the strip.

A: negative

Q: From the start of our kitchen remodel, my wife and I both had some negative experiences with a few granite company's and the seemingly careless, flakey way they handled business. It wasn't until we sat down with Alex Bores at Diamond Granite that we felt like we had found a reliable, reputable company to work with. The first thing we noticed was that Diamond Granite had pricing and transparency in the buying process. Not one of the other companies we met with, were willing to, or could give us pricing. We knew from the moment we selected our materials, what the cost would be. We then had to select our actually slabs, and that was something that was not in Diamond's control. We went to Arizona Tile and Bedrosian's to find the 2 different materials we needed. I can honestly say that Bedrosian's knows how to treat customers, Arizona Tile could give a crap about you. I have reviews for both of them on Yelp as well. Alex was there through every step in the process, making sure our needs were met and that his team was doing everything to our satisfaction. His crew was able to get in days ahead of schedule when the carpenter had finished the cabinets install ahead of schedule. They were fast, efficient and extremely courteous. In the midst of the week between template and install, my wife had a change of heart in the island. No problem. Alex stopped everything, help us get the different material and the slab was changed with no stress. This wasn't an easy task as we required a super sized slab for the island 128" x 56". But again, Alex and Diamond Granite came through for us. Install day came and the guys did a fantastic job. The kitchen was really shaping up. Our only complaint (and it's small when looking at the big picture). The backsplash tile installers were clearly in a hurry and did sloppy work the first day. They left chipped glass all over our driveway and kitchen counters. Once again Alex stepped in. On day 2 they came out, removed the tiles that didn't meet ours or Alex's standards and completed the job beautifully. If you want transparency in the process, great customer service and AWESOME follow through, you want to work with Diamond Granite. We will and have already recommended them to others.

A: positive

Q: Downgrading Shady's rating based soley on how unfriendly the bartenders are. I've been coming to this place for years, and STILL the dudes behind the bar act like they have gold shooting out of their bums and like I'm totally not cool enough to talk to them. Seriously people? You're bartenders. The nicer you are to people, the more money you make. A-holes.

A: negative

Q: I was very excited to try Joe Hoopers today, as I have been anticipating the opening since the large sign was placed out front. My sister and I decided to place a pickup order for lunch. I was disappointed with the results. We ordered three items; the fried pickles, the Ham Hero, and the Kitchen sink. I wanted the NYC burger but they were out of Pastrami on a Monday afternoon....... When I placed the call I was given to another person so they could take my order. (I think anyone answering the phone should be able to enter a pickup order.) They did not ask for a name or a phone number and I was not given a total. When my sister went to pick it up she said that a patron had to tell the server that she was was standing there waiting. The Kitchen Sink burger was very good. The bacon and mushrooms were full of flavor and it was a perfect size for lunch. I would order it again. My sister did not like the Ham Hero. I tried a bite and the sandwich was extremely salty. It may have just been the ham but I would not order it again. The fried pickles were soggy by the time we got them, but I am sure that is due to placing them as a pickup order instead of eating them there. We did not receive the horseradish aioli that is supposed to come with them. Not sure if the kitchen or the server screwed that up. They are definitely not worth the five dollars they cost. Overall I was not impressed with the experience, although I will not hold a grudge. I will eat here again for a dine in experience. Only then will I vote yea or nae on this new Central Ave. establishment.

A:
negative