Yeah, methinks: overrated. This review has been in the works for some time now. I have been to Ticoz a number of times, and really the only reason I return is due to a friend inviting me to go to breakfast or, like the last time we were here, their birthday dinner. The first time I came here was almost 4 years ago, and the last was about a month ago for a birthday. All experiences about the same - actually, no - I'd say they have progressively gotten worse. I know it is a popular spot, and I won't argue with someone who loves this place, but I find it a bit confused and overpriced for the quality. It's cute, I suppose, for a CenPho spot. (I may be putting down some CenPho spots that really make the effort!). But I would have to say the food and drinks here are about as tacky as the interior decorating. I cannot remember having anything I really felt was worth finishing the plate here. I had a chicken burrito last time which was pretty bland, served with some sort of BBQ/refried beans that confused my mouth and the rest of the dish. I will say, I like the little cornbread/cake scoop you get on your plate. The most memorable thing I have have eaten here. We also ordered their flavored Sangria pitcher ($25!!!)...a huge pitcher that is really just about 3 glasses total due to the amount of ice they use in both the pitcher and the glasses, and tasted like grown-up KoolAid as if the flavor came from some sort of Pucker's additive. Actually, I remember going to Ticoz for the first time for their Martini night and I had to send back 2 of them because that's all they were, vodka and Pucker's. Gross. This last time we were here, for the friend's birthday dinner, we had a large group and were sat in the corner booths. Seating was fine, we knew we were a large group, but we felt like we were a burden for the server and felt more processed than really served. I mean, from my experience in service, you work a large group for a tip but our server had zero personality with us and made me feel like I was on a field trip, not at a birthday party at an adult restaurant. My last last review (for TeePee's) actually cited this experience. We dined at TeePee's Friday, and then Ticoz Saturday for the party and we both highly agreed that, though they are very different in ambiance, style, food, etc., we would much rather go and eat at TeePee's again, spend half the amount of money and enjoy ourselves. In a time when most places are going for freshness, quality and style - I just hope things keep up for 'em. To each their own!

negative

Of all the Yelp promos I took advantage of during Yelp Spring Break, dinner at Fogo de Chao was the most memorable. This was my 1st time at Fogo de Chao or any Churrascaria, for that matter. I never knew what I was missing. I made reservations, the girlfriend & I arrived on time, & we were promptly seated. Service was impeccable throughout. After we told the host that we were Churrascaria noobs, the manager personally came to our table & gave us the rundown. In the most general terms, there are 3 food choices: some side dishes like cheese bread, mashed potatoes & polenta are automatically brought to the table; the salad bar; & the endless parade of meats brought directly to the table by the gauchos. All of it is all-you-can-eat & all of it was outstanding. Most places with an all-you-can-eat salad bar stock that salad bar with lots of low cost filler. Not here. This Fogo de Chao salad bar had impressive Salmon & Charcuterie platters. I made 1 visit to the salad bar & wanted to go back for more, but the meats the gauchos kept bringing were undeniable. That night, there were 16 varieties of beef, pork, lamb, chicken & sausage that were coming fresh out of the kitchen & being brought directly table-side. It was a non-stop carnivore's carnal feeding frenzy of fleshly delights. So much meat. So good. So very good. Before coming to Vegas this time, I had decided this trip would be strictly "no buffets." But it was too late now & there was no turning back. Fogo de Chao is awesome. The whole Churrascaria concept is awesome. Yelp is awesome for the Yelp Spring Break promo offer that got me to try Fogo de Chao for the 1st time. Sadly, there's no Fogo de Chao near home for me. But if I'm ever near 1 again, I'll definitely go out of my way to go back for more.

positive

This is the best emergency vet that I have ever been to. Everyone is so caring and very helpful. Our puppy started to show signs of Parvo after only having her for two days. After a quick Yelp search, I drove Rukia down to 1st Pet on a Monday at 9PM. Instantly, everyone made me feel at home. After she was diagnosed with Parvo, she was hospitalized for a week. The staff here made a horrible situation great with their compassion and friendliness. Even though I was calling 2-3 times a day to check on our pup, they never made me feel like I was being annoying. Each time I called, they told me every detail of what had been going on since last time I called, which definitely put me more at ease. If I didn't already have a regular vet, I would take all my animals here.

positive

June 15 at about 6:30 PM. Covered by my insurance and one of the few places open on a Saturday at that time - very convenient. Waiting Room and Clinic areas are all nice looking and clean. Relaxing music on tv's in exam rooms. Front desk staff was great. The PA and his assistant who took care of me were thorough about my whole medical state, not just the sore throat I came in for. Whole visit was quick, thorough and great. Thanks for taking care of me!
positive