Hey guys, I know there's a lot of mixed feelings about this one: There are people who report some of the best food in the
city while others have been less than impressed or have stood outside for a long long time trying to get in.. and this is
true! It is both great food and notoriously
long lines! In fact, I actually had to reschedule my blog on this one because the line at the door was
huge! But... it doesn't have to be this way. You can have your cake and
eat it too.
Honestly, at
West Ed AND on a
Friday night, it was wishful thinking on my part too -- take into account the day & time and I think it still falls into the realm of "
reasonable". Yes, I agree, they fill up a lot and fast but there are ways to avoid this; for example, go out during lunch when it's almost empty or during a weekday! Hello, Monday lunch! If you're still not convinced, as a tip from my kitchen years, this will payback double when it comes to
food quality! Less people equals more time spent making and
paying attention to YOUR food equals better food! Chances are: if you're waiting a long time, well, you're going to get rushed service and rushed food and that's just going to make you twice as unhappy. So give yourself a break,
plan out a nice
weekday lunch and thank yourself later! Or not. Up to you. I'm not going to tell you what to do. This isn't
communism! (Just joking!)
Once you get inside though, you can see why they would be so popular! Lively
hostesses, great
ambiance, soft
lighting and background
music all come together to set the tone for an
upscale dining experience. Throw in some
delicious food and North America's
largest mall and it's no surprise this place is as busy as it is! Especially considering that this is a
chain, I'm impressed! P.S. is it just me or do you
love the pinecone lights too?
Overall Score:
What’s IN: Rob's Goat Cheese and Feta Flatbread! Plus, it's new!
P.S. Most dishes with the handy "RF" tag beside them are good choices if you're stuck!
