Q: positive

A: When your tennis instructor has you and 8 others hitting balls for 2-and-a-half-hours in the 105 degree heat at Freedom Park, the last thing I wanted was a greasy burger or stir fry, or pizza. My body was craving hydration and something fresh and cold. Instead of our usual apres-tennis East Boulevard lunch haunts, my husband and I checked out Something Classic Cafe. (Home of the gourmet TV dinner which I will get to in a moment.) I got the salad trio with the chicken salad, fruit salad and organic baby greens. (Yes, you will pay slightly more for these organic greens, but I think it's worth it.) It was just what I needed, something not laden with too many ingredients, and not too heavy. The lettuce leaves were all perky and crisp (a pet peeve of mine is slimy leaves. That's an instant 1-star demotion) and the chicken salad, not over dressed. Ev got the turkey, brie and granny smith apple sandwich which came with a small salad. He had wanted potato salad, but for some reason I don't think it was available that day. The sandwich was well composed with just the right proportion of brie, turkey and apple. The reason why I'm not giving SCC 5 stars, is the dessert. The strawberry cake slice was enormous. As soon as I took a bite though, I realized it was either several days old, or somebody over beat the cake batter. It was HARD and crumbled at the touch. The frosting too was cracking. Too bad we had gotten it to go, or I would have walked right back and asked for a refund. I like SCC, despite this cake disaster. Besides the super fresh cafe offerings, their "TV Dinners" are a nice alternative to cooking some weeknights. (think: classic chicken pot pies and chicken with pear couscous.) PS: Love how the utensils are made of recycled corn. The cafe even sells little bundles of them. (They're not exactly cheap compared to other plasticware, but the eco-friendly aspect gives this place a nice touch.)

Q: positive

A: I've been driving by this place for a few months and had heard great things about it. We stopped in tonight and met the owner, Vanessa. She went through the whole menu with us, telling us about the mesquite fire and the quality of the beef, and how most of the sauces and toppings are made on site. We ordered and these are great burgers, cooked just right. The Bueno Burger is amazing with just the right amount of spice and seasonings. Also, the onion rings a are great. We will definitely going here again and again. Make sure you talk to Vanesa while you're there. Her sparkling personality is worth a sixth star.

Q: positive

A: Luci is awesome. She took the time to explain to me exactly what she was doing and how it would affect my hair. She recommended products that would help keep my locks looking amazing, but did not push for me to buy them there. She is very knowledgeable and friendly and I was easily able to trust she was going to do my hair good. This salon is beautiful. It's very open and has a warm feeling to it. The gal at the front desk was so sweet, so be nice to her. This is a Bumble and Bumble salon; so if anything, just go in to get a conditioning treatment and styling A great salon in my favorite part of town! Go see Luci!

Q: negative

A:
Nowhere close to as good as it was before. Service was lacking even though we were in the diamond vip section. Not the treatment I expect in vegas. We shouldn't have to stack up plates because no one came to collect in a timely fashion. the hynas at the desert section have were curt and unfriendly. Food was not even great, only decent. Heated plates were inconsistent, leading to cold food. Simply not impressive.