Q: Just ate here for the first time. Here are my impressions: Loved the atmosphere (much more so then 5 Guys) LOVED the veggie Frites. So nice to know that you can get real, fresh, veggies at a fast food joint. We went back and got a 2nd order. Chicken salad was 5 stars for a fast food joint. The burger was good, not great. Tasted slightly greasy. Bun was yummy. I ordered the regular fries (supposedly like McDonald's original). They were ok. Could have been hotter. I guess I am getting spoiled by fries that are more like 5 Guys (fresh cut, skin on). I had a coke float with Hagan Daz vanilla ice cream in it. Very generous portion of ice cream and I got to add my own coke and keep refilling as many times as I wanted. I thought that was awesome. My obvious comparison to 5 guys is because these are really the only 2 burger chains that are a cut above all of the rest. (Sorry In and Out, these 2 are better) So, 5 Guys wins on the burgers and fries, but Smashburger wins in all other areas because they have ice cream, not to mention it is Hagan Daz, my favorite, milkshakes and more variety of food choices on the menu and a lot of those are healthy options.

A: positive

Q: Cool little hidden gem close to Fremont street. Tricky to get into, when facing the entry walk to your left and push on that metal thing. Yup. That is the door. Looked empty from the outside, but there were a few couples inside and people at the bar. Very friendly bartender and waitress. Their drinks are complex and expensive, but worth it. There are numbers next to each drinks that describes it's complexity. I only got to about a 2.5. They have a drink with cheese in it that is a 4.5 so I wouldn't say I am too unadventurous. I had the Peruvian Starfish which was brandy, muddled blackberries, saffron and something else. It was very rich and complex. I was sad when it was over. It was probably the best drink I have had in a very long time. My husband ordered the Gin Fizz and it was also really yummy. This is most definitely a date spot. There is a very sexy vibe going on in here. This combined with a few drinks could lead to a real fun time. Haha!

A: positive

Q: Great service! Corey is very service oriented. Works fast and very effiecient with his time. Going to use him again real soon to do additional IT services. thanks Corey.

A: positive

Q: I came for a brunch with Sarah-Marie V. I've been wanting to try this spot since it opened. For beverages she got a cortido which was solid, but I liked my lavender latte better. It was balanced and really well made. Loaded chorizo soup had good amount of spice from the chorizo and had potato and kale. It was a simple and solid soup, but at least something not standard. I'm in a soup mood and tired of chicken noodle being the only option everywhere. Arepa benny I thought was great! It makes a lot of sense to use the arepa for this type of preparation as it sops up hollandaise well. I will order this again - and soon! Carne mechada empanada was good as far as empanadas go. I enjoyed the aji sauce on them, though the roasted potatoes and tomato accompaniment was a bit salty. We also got the elvis press for dessert. It's a decent crossaint rich sandwich, but nothing you couldn't whip up easily at home. It works as a sweet option for a snack, but I dont know if I would call this "dessert". I love having nice beverages with something cakey. If they would fill the dessert category with patisserie items, this could be an even better place. I like the easy going flow of this place. It's brand new so there's I'm sure some hiccups and a groove they need to get into, but the people are enthusiastic and friendly about what they serve which is the step in the right direction. I will be back soon with the fiance. It's in a convenient spot near our cigar spot.

A:
positive