Q: negative

A: It's a pool hall and nothing more, just a very large one with music that doesn't destroy your ear drums with sexy service. The drinks are well prepared but have no real zing and if you order food... it's at your own peril. The food, if I can call it such a thing, is your typical bar food, nachos, quesadillas and wings. As with most bar food, you need to be properly alcoholised in order to mildly enjoy it. It's drunk food, drunk enough to consume anything. The pool tables are well maintained, so are the sticks (from what I saw). The place is group-ready but not my cup of tea. It was perfect for our last minute happy hour party but it's a dive and I say dive with its negative connotation.

Q: positive

A: So, I literally just reviewed 5th and Wine, the Scottsdale place owned by the same proprietors that own this wine bar/bistro in Chandler, which makes me a feel a bit repetitive since the menus are pretty much identical, but I'll give you the Cliff Notes version of the food and drink review and then move on to what's unique about this place. Food: *Bruschetta toppings are really solid but bread is a bit soft *Vegetable salad is really fresh but could use better lettuce *Tuna panini was really good and quite large for the price Drink *Bloody Mary Martini with jalapeno vodka and fresh mozzarella garnish is where it's at *The glass of Albarino ($5 during happy hour) was really crisp and good What makes the Living Room different is that it's much more of a swanky/loungey feel, while the 5th and Wine spot feels a bit more cafe-like. Also, the outdoor area of the Living Room is super comfortable, with big couches to lounge on, a sweet fireplace, and a lovely breeze (if you're lucky enough to be there in March, like I was!). Our server was also decidedly less formal than the one at 5th and Wine but still very on top of it. I would definitely not drive back to South Chandler to go to this place, but I would certainly do so if I lived closer.

Q: negative

A: Dirty dishes and cold food......awful I would neve visit again...the whole staff need to be Re-trained. ..

Q: positive

A:
This place is such a gem of a hole in the wall. It was the first time we have eaten there and it was wonderful. The service, the music/ambiance, food quality, food portions, selections, and price were all excellent! We ordered the chicken davida as well as the special calamari steak with bow tie pasta. We both loved the crisp Caesar salads and cheesy garlicy bread before our meal. Our dishes had fresh veggies, fresh pasta, juicy chicken and tender soft calamari. This place is right down the street from us and we can't wait for our next visit! Great eat everyone! :)