The ambience was perfect but the food was so average as was our waitress who was trying to be cute but seemed completely out of her element and not helpful at all. I love Kerry Simon and again, the theme is so beautifully done but I do not think it was worth the money or the time. Total bummer.
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Always looking for a non-chain near home. My wife and we're celebrating our 27th anniversary. We were gonna head downtown but really wanted something near. Carefree Bistro fit the bill. The restaurant was well lit and extremely inviting. A nice patio and small busy dinning room guests you on entrance. Quickly state by a great justice and we were encouraged. Quickly asked about drinks we needed a bit to look over the wine list. A few good choices, reasonably priced..but no standouts. Great selection of appetizers..and a big list if specials. We chose a few nice dinners, a Risotto special and pasta fish..we were not disappointed. Desert was outstanding...they were out of the Gelatin..but the flour less chocolate cake was excellent...and coffee was good and bold. Service was attentive, friendly...outstanding.. Carefree Bistro..worth a trip..price was good..but food and service were excellent. We will be back.
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What's up with review of the Common Ground Co-op comparing it (negatively) to Whole Foods Markets??? I mean come on: Whole Foods is a gigantic chain of corporate grocery stores. This co-op is a terrific, small-town shop that offers good food in a nice setting. I shop the co-op for massive bricks of fresh tofu, bulk foods, and assorted other tasty vegan treats. The co-op is a hub of activity in Urbana with bike racks out front.
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Ok, here it goes. Came here with my wife for her birthday. Upon arrival, looks great, pond out front is a nice touch. Outdoor seating in the right weather looks like it could be really nice. Inside, its fine. Chips and salsa were delivered right away, and quite good to boot. Wife ordered chicken fajitas and I ordered beef fajitas. When they arrived, everything seemed OK, although both seemed overly greasy, and after a few bites, it was very greasy. The beef and the chicken had zero seasoning on them, they were both very bland. The sides they give to build the fajita are ok, but no sour cream? Seemed odd to have to pay for a side of sour cream when we were paying $18 per plate of fajitas. The house-made guac was very average. One last note about the beef - it was cooked to well done which made it quite tough. The portions were quite large. The service was good; offered informed suggestions and was prompt and polite. Overall, the experience was fun with the wifey. But the $18 fajitas left much to be desired. Havent decided if we will give this place another try.
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