Problem: Write a positive yelp review.
A: It seems that the market is crowded these days for bargain outlets. Big Lots, Roses, and the like evoke a lukewarm-to-contemptuous response from their shoppers, but this bargain outlet lives up to the name. Ollie's is unique in bargain outlet world in that their employees are friendly. One of the managers knows my name after visiting half a dozen times. The staff actually say hello to you....don't know how long this will last. But oh well. And values? If you like books (and I'm a librarian) this is your spot. They have the "Dummies" books for $7. So you could learn about green computing or cats or Christian prayer, its up to you. They have a great selection of Bibles and Christian living, plus last year's bestsellers for $3-$5. The food products are similar to what Big Lots sells-cheap coffee, canned goods, jellies, and other non-perishables. The draw to this store is the variety of name-brand items. The kitchen appliances are worth taking a look at (I got a Hamilton Beach juicer for $20) and they have Paula Deen cookware. Ollie's has a nice selection of flooring, carpet, sporting good, and house decoration. Even if you're not a bargain freak like me, check it out when you are shopping/stopping in Matthews. GOOD STUFF CHEAP as they say.

Problem: Write a negative yelp review.
A: Having been to a few other McCormick and Schmick's, I thought my husband and I would give this one a try pre-Symphony. Getting a reservation for a snowy, Friday night was easy-peasy and they sat us even though we were 10 minutes late. The drinks were fantastic. I had a Lemon Drop, and like the M&S in Kansas City, it was the best Lemon Drop I've had. We also ordered a raw tuna appetizer that was just delicious. Unfortunately, that's almost where the glowing review ends. I just want to say that the service was very good. Our server was attentive and kept our order rolling to ensure that we were on time for our curtain. I had the seared scallops with sauteed spinach and red pepper white cheddar mash and my husband had the sirloin with broccoli and ordered a side of oven-roasted mushrooms. The mash in my meal was cold, not ice cold but not even lukewarm and the potato chunks were under cooked. My husband's mushrooms were cold, actually cold and his broccoli crown (whole, not cut up) was literally raw. They hadn't even cut off the end of the stalk that starts to turn brown when it's getting old. We both chose 1 glass of wine each and the wine-by-the-glass menu is not extensive. Neither of our choices were great. Luckily, the manager comped our wines since most of our food was cold. For a higher priced restaurant such as McCormick & Schmick's I do not expect and will not accept such poorly prepared food not once, twice, but especially not three times in one meal. We will NOT be returning.

Problem: Write a positive yelp review.
A:
My girlfriend and I decided to spend Halloween Eve going around the haunted houses and eventually made our way to the Freakling Brothers Trilogy. I was scared of haunted houses for years but I was eager to see these three and experience the scares. We had problems with the ATM and actually got to meet the designer of the mazes, who helped us get tickets and brought us to the VIP lines, free of charge. I had so much fun and I was so scared but I was so caught up in the adrenalin that my fear wasn't taking over, but letting me enjoy myself. They did a great job with all the dark hallways and final scares towards the end of each haunt. I loved the Castle Vampyre!!! And actually wasn't too traumatized by the R rated Gates of Hell, but totally loved it!! I would so go again!!! It was awesome :)