Problem: The first time we visited this restaurant (September 2013) we weren't incredibly impressed. The hostess was pleasant but our waitress wasn't the friendliest or most helpful. We were seated inside and the band was playing. The band was so loud our table couldn't carry on a decent conversation without feeling like we were yelling at each other. Someone in our party asked for a recommendation and had some questions regarding a menu item. The waitress gave a brief description of the item and basically suggested "it's up to you" (most of the time when this question is asked, the wait staff usually answers with a "my favorite on the menu is....). At this point we'd had it with the yelling so we asked if a table outside was available. Luckily, there was, so we moved outside. It was a little better outside (noise-wise) and the patio has a nice vibe with the lighting and the waterway. The food was mediocre....nothing special or memorable. Our second visit was in April 2014. We thought we'd give this place another chance so we went in for an after dinner drink. Again, the hostess was pleasant and we asked to be seated outside since we knew it would be loud inside and the band was already playing. We were seated at the same table as before. Our waiter, Jorge P., was unbelievably rude from the start. My girlfriend asked if the restaurant had any cocktail specialties. In a tone that sounded like he was being put out, he basically pointed to the menu and rattled off the names of common cocktails on the menu. When my girlfriend ordered a vodka (Stoli) and grapefruit, he SNAPPED, "This isn't a nightclub.....we don't carry Stoli !!". He said "Grey Goose and grapefruit" (of course the most expensive vodka) in a "that's it--I'm ordering for you" tone. When my husband ordered 2 white wines, he answered in an annoyed voice, "Why don't you make my life easier and just order the bottle?". He tried to up-sell each one of us. The only reason they got 2 stars was because the hostess was decent to us both times, the food was mediocre and the outside patio is nice. We won't return to this restaurant or recommend it.
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Problem: I polled a few people and everyone agreed: Bricktop's sounds like a pizza place. Having never been to Bricktop's, we decided to give it a try this past Saturday evening. It was nicely decorated inside with a modern, upscale vibe, but comfortable enough that you could still dress casual (but not too casual). We didn't have a reservation, but we were seated within 10-15 minutes. The menu is basically "American" food; there didn't appear to be any other theme to it. We started out with the deviled eggs and sugar bacon appetizer, only because it sounded unique and certainly not something you see every day on a menu. The eggs were good, but nothing special about them. The sugar bacon was basically dessert for us. Wow. Tasty, but oh-so-sweet. None of the entrees -- basic steaks, chicken, fish -- really jumped out at me, so I went with the Ahi Tuna Burger. It was quite a fabulous sandwich, topped with a ginger dressing slaw (lettuce, carrots; no cabbage thankfully). It was full of flavor, and I enjoyed every bite. I chose fries as my side item, and they were thin slices of fried potato with a delicious coating. I enjoyed them, too! It was a good dinner experience and I'd recommend it for people who like a great meal but don't like anything too crazy food-wise. I'd call it a nice "meat and potatoes"-type restaurant.
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Problem: Had to wait for table. Kind of expected due to lunch rush.1pm. I noticed manager and another employee sitting at a table eating even with a line of 6 people waiting to order. I asked for sweet fire chicken received surf & turf.
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A: negative

Problem: So seriously, people should lower their expectations if they shop at Walmart. I really avoid these stores, since I feel they kill the American dream with all their made in China crap and corporate, nobody cares about you as a customer attitude. Sometimes I am forced to go and assist my older mother shopping and I have to say although I hate it, this is not the worst Walmart ever. It is clean, just don't buy produce here (half rotten or rots within days), and really don't expect it to be a fun experience, this is freaking Walmart. For the few pennies you save, the service and atmosphere suffer. At least this location keeps things organized, not like the other location on 19th and Bethany home, what a nightmare. Tip: Go super early if you go on the weekend, like 7am and you will not have to deal with lines, crowds and the shelves are usually freshly stocked. Just take some hand sanitizer, it is Walmart after all.
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negative