Q: positive

A: I don't come here as often as I used to now that I live in North LV, but I like how much the theater's changed since AMC took over. Seats are comfy, armrests are big, and it's clean overall.

Q: positive

A: This was my first visit, and probably the most expensive meal I've ever had. Our friend was having a bachelor party, and he's a huge big foodie. I've only had fine dining once before at no cost, so this was a big deal. We had reservations, and came decked out in dressy attire. We were seated immediately and there was no wait at all. Very nice. I would say this place is very small and intimate. It makes sense if you're going to be sharing a meal between good company. The place is black and red themed, and every detail from the chairs, tables, utensils, to the decor was beautiful. The environment was calm with the kitchen behind the bar. 3 people out of the 5 at the table had the famous 9 course meal, while myself and my other friend decided we would be on one ticket and order a couple things together to "save" a bit of money. The bread and butter that was provided was beautiful and delicious as well. It was a mixed of small french bread and croissants. The wait staff was great. Every time something came out, they cleaned off the dining area and set things up perfectly. Also because some of the food was intricate, they would explain to us how we should eat it. Between the two of us, we ordered the: Fingerling, Deg Carpaccio, Le Saumon Fume, La Caille, La Menthe, La Pomme, Cappucino, and a Latte. Each individually ranged as low as 15 to 47 dollars each. Our bill came out to 199.99. If you're sharing to be "economical", order at least 5 items to get properly filled up. The dishes were properly placed well marking well in presentation, execution, and flavor. The desserts were very unique and delicious. Each had a different interesting plating that was unique to the dessert itself. I was recommended to get the banana and strawberry combo. It was extremely good, and came in a tiny ceramic black bench with a 3/4 sphere with the food inside. I'm not much of a coffee drinker, but what they had gave us was pretty dang good. This place isn't my style or audience, but for our to be married bachelor at the moment, it was for him. He thoroughly enjoyed the experience. His brother had the smart idea to ask our waiter if he could get an autographed menu from the chefs. They were more than happy to full fill the request and brought out the menu's with small personal messages and signature in a nice envelope. Service wise, is TOP NOTCH. They are very informative, helpful, and not overbearing at all. They have a very diverse staff, and they make you feel comfortable and welcomed. For the price you pay, you are primarily paying for the experience. Our meal took about almost 3 hours to go through all the dishes. But as long as there is good company, that 3 hours was great.

Q: negative

A: I've been out in California for the last three years, but I lived in Madison back when Bluephies first opened in 1994, and have sampled it pretty regularly over the various chef/menu changes. The last time I came here for dinner, it was a pleasure. I associated Bluephies with fresh local greens, unique flavors that favored aioli and tapenade over mayo, and especially over-the-top breakfast yumminess. Alas, whatever's happened to dinner in the last year and a half, is totally depressing. My fiance, my mother, and my two stepkids and I went the last night (8/11) we were in Madison before flying back here. I ordered an apple chicken walnut salad sandwich, which used to be a pretty awesome blend of aioli and a locally baked croissant with mixed greens, with an interesting presentation. What I got, was something substandard to the airport food that we had at Denver International Airport, and more expensive to boot. The chicken salad was totally overwhelmed with mayo, the lettuce flabby, and the croissant one of those commercial flabby affairs. The kids menu dinner items were horrifying; the cheese quesadilla and pizza were microwaved and pretty darn tiny. My mother's the most forgiving person when it comes to restaurants, but her salmon wasn't good either. My fiance's meal was totally over-mayoed as well. The waitress staff were good, and one waitress who had been there for 2 1/2 years said that it wasn't what it used to be. And when we complained about the quality of the food, they took off one plate from the price. I know times are tough, but even out here people have the sense that if you want people to try to get you to ever come back, you should comp the whole meal, or at least offer a free dinner the next time around. I've used Yelp a bunch of times to check out restaurants ahead of time, but this meal inspired me to actually start up my own account.

Q: positive

A:
Solid 4.5 great lunch spot and amazing gyro.