Q: negative

A: So I won a gift card to Rocco's Pizzeria from a school event and thought I'd give the place a try. I place my order over the phone and they said they'd have it done in 15 minutes, very convenient. I got there and everything was ready I hand over my gift card to pay, and one employee starts arguing with another employee whether or not they accept it, as I awkwardly stand there. They finally come to the conclusion and I take my food and leave. I ordered a Cobb Salad, and 2 sandwiches (not all for me). The salad had slices of ham the size someone should get on Christmas and looked as though it had been cured during the revolutionary war. The sandwiches we're not very appetizing either. Rocco's claim to fame is their pizza which I did not try, and from this experience I won't be anytime soon.

Q: positive

A: This was my 2nd time coming back here so i wanted to see what some other wings tasted like from here. I went with the Cajun hot an sweet potato fries. These were on point competing with long wongs which is right down the street.

Q: positive

A: Essence is adorable. Sadly, it's next to a strip mall, but the restaurant itself has outdoor seating (which we had to stalk... it's a bit small) and a nice atmosphere. The staff are friendly and you just order and find a table; since our order took a bit longish, they gave us a few free croissants which was wonderful! It didn't stop us from buying as much in pastries as we had in what most term "real" food, but it was a nice gesture. I rarely eat red meat, but because of the local/grass-fed advertisement, I had to try their bleu cheese burger... and everyone else at the table was mega jeals. ;) Juicy, flavorful, and with a balsamic mayo that gave it just a hint of bitter. The salad with it was fresh and also yummy. Portions aren't huge... my friend had the grilled cheese and that was a bit tiny and not overwhelmingly cheesey. But I digress... the pastries. Ah yes. We had a caramel macaroon which tasted like a crack-based sugar cookie, an almond croissant which was a bit lemony, cinnamon butter roll-ball things (essentially donut holes), and a chocolate cookie (which was hardish but somehow still addictively delicious). Overall, while pricey, I would tell you to get the exact same things I got and you will be happy. :) The teas are refreshing and the food is deeeeelicious. Enjoy!

Q: negative

A:
Food was good but our waiter was horrible and our lunch (at 2 in the afternoon) took over 2 hours because the service was so slow.