I actually loved the ambience here. Service was a little slow but we were there in a weeknight with a large party of 8 I believe. Food was really good a drinks were so much fun. Music playing throughout the venue and the view from the 2nd story was nice. Too bad they didn't last read more

Before attending Cosm event next to the SoFi stadium we visited this place with my gf. I noticed it didn't have that good of reviews but everything else was closed around for some reason. Not that many restaurants at all. That could've been the reason why the service was so bad. Unwelcomed, unconsidered, disregarded - that's how we felt after our dinner. The manager did try to fix it by giving us a free desert but it couldn't be fixed as we almost missed the beginning of our show. The waiter was standing next to us for 3 mins when my gf was ordering but only took MY part of the order and she wasn't that quiet at all and it felt like he was waiting till she is done ordering but apparently that wasn't it. The waiter that served us - approached a table in front of us multiple times but never approached us. Pizza with barbacoa was awesome - take it without a doubt. You can expect to wait for it at least for 40 mins - or maybe it was just us. But I would say it's still worth it. Much better than overpriced Bottega Luoise pizza. Then we got a burger that wasn't with raw meat as specified in our order. Crispy Chicken wings we were good. Not overpriced. As to the atmosphere: rooftop is unfortunately only open on Fridays, though there is still good views on the first floor. Music is chill and the vibe is relaxed. Good for dates, long talks and intimate evenings. Overall: Price: ok Service: disappointing Atmosphere: great. read more

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Me and my brother Adam stopped in here before the Nine Inch Nails show to grab a bite and some drinks, and it was a great choice. We sat on the rooftop, which had a really fun vibe, an excellent view, and was packed with people who all seemed to be having a good time. We split everything we ordered--the birria quesa tacos, shrimp pasta, and jambalaya--and every single dish was delicious and plated nicely. Both of us were very pleased with the food. For drinks, I had an Old Fashioned (made with Crown Royal) and really enjoyed it, while my brother had a Coke. The staff was awesome--friendly, kind, helpful, professional, and engaging throughout the night. The location is also perfect if you're heading to SoFi Stadium, the Intuit Dome, or the Kia Forum. I come to this area every few months, and I'll definitely be back here the next time I'm around. Thanks again, Cork & Batter! read more

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Barbacoa beef pizza came nice n' hot, with the perfect amount of crunch, stretchy cheese, and the softest beef. 100% recommend anyone that comes here to order it. However, the wait time was 40 minutes for the pizza, and we were starving by the time it had arrived. This was also a slow Monday with 5 tables (half were only drinking) The waiter did not hear my entire order so we had to reorder with another person. I am somewhat quiet, but spoke for a good 30 seconds, while my bf confirmed with me "is that all you want" for my order. We only found out that he didn't take the entire order after we called someone else over. Good atmosphere, very chill music. Rooftop only available Friday. read more

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Very cool spot. I read recent mediocre reviews and I'm glad I did not let them affect my decision to visit this spot. It's perfectly located across the street from COSM. There was a very short wait for walkins as they seated the folks with reservations right away. The short wait for walkins is due to the area reserved for walkins Very thoughtful. The vibe was a nice, perfect day drinking kinda vibe. The place is definitely welcoming with friendly staff and an attentive waiter. Accolades to making us laugh because we were sipping so slowly. On to the food that was pretty darn good, albeit we only got the calamari. The vibe made the place. We shall return to try more from the menu. read more

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We stopped in before a concert at SoFi and the restaurant was packed. Good thing we made a reservation since it was very busy, however we were promptly seated upon arrival. The vibe is lively and busy, they play music, but it's not overly loud that you can't have a conversation. The only downside is whenever there is an event they don't offer the happy hour prices which is pretty much all the time now. The service could be better, there seemed to be only one waitress managing all the tables downstairs. Which was hard to track her down to get her to refill our drinks and water. We also asked her an additional side plate and it never came. There were a lot of food runners and bussers clearing tables though, to get people in and out. We ordered: - Moscow mule- nice drink served in a copper cup - Fried calamari which was good and not fishy or chewy. The dipping sauces were good, the green one had a nice kick. - Jambalaya with rice, you get your choice of rice or angel hair pasta. This one was ok. The chicken was overcooked and chewy, the sausage was mild and you only get three shrimps. I would have preferred this dish to be spicier or be able to customize the spice level. - Country fried steak, another one that was just ok, nothing special. The steak was way too overcooked to the point that it was very chewy. The steak fries could have been crispier. I would say this place is ok to stop in to grab a drink and enjoy some apps before a concert. As the food and drinks are better than what is sold inside the stadiums. The service is mediocre as our entrees were brought out right after the app (calamari) so I guess they want you to quickly eat and leave. They also have all the doors and windows open, which unfortunately brings in flies and bees. Even after telling the staff that there was a bee that kept coming over and trying to land in our drinks and food, they simply said "oh no" and didn't do anything. read more

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Cool spot with a lovely ambiance! Came here mostly for drinks with friends. I ordered a mezcal drink that was pretty good, but not that strong. We tried the calamari, chicken nachos, truffle fries, and buffalo chicken sliders. Everything was good. Food and drinks were decent but nothing to write home about. Parking is horrible since it's by SoFi Stadium. It's pretty much only valet Parker which is $21 for 2 hours. read more

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We were on the hunt for a brunch spot near SoFi Stadium before the Cowboy Carter concert, and Cork & Batter hit the spot........bonus points for Beyoncé blasting through the speakers! Let's talk food: I ordered the hot wings (a little cold, but I'd give them another shot), and the shrimp Cajun pasta was to die for--packed with flavor, jumbo shrimp, and cooked to perfection. My friend had the crispy tuna and couldn't stop raving about it. Everything we tried was delicious check out the video I posted! I also appreciate that they offer nonalcoholic beers and drinks, which is a win for me since I'm not a big drinker. Prices were reasonable. Only downside? Parking can be a little tricky. The service was great. The ambience is trendy and hip. Overall, 10/10--definitely coming back! read more

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The food and ambiance is perfect the looks are like you see online and just beautiful. The actual taste is pretty rough. It's nothing special the cheese sticks were old once you took a bite it didn't even stretch just taking bites. The nacho were nothing special honestly a bland taste. The service was probably the worst I had in a while. Server was not happy to be there which I get we have our off days. Only checked on us when we were done never during and when we first got meals. Worst part is happy hour. Which I wish they stated on website. They don't always offer it. I wish we had an explanation why. They just said no happy hour even though we went during time and correct day. Heads up if you do go make reservation it makes all the difference and parking is tight since it shares with hotel. read more

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Tried this place out on a Thursday afternoon, around 12:30. I loved the decor of the place casual, yet stylish and comfy. My party and I were seated very quickly and began our plan of attack on the menu. The menu had a lot of options to choose from, which I thought was a plus. We chose the blackened salmon, the snobby burger, the Birria Quesa tacos, and the spicy tuna crispy rice. All of the dishes were really good, some better than others, but still good. If I had to complain, I would say this restaurant needs more staff on service. I understand that it was a Thursday afternoon, but before we left the restaurant it was nearly full with very limited staff. And although the staff spoke to us with very kind language their mood and tone could've used an upgrade. This place only has valet parking so be prepared for that. I would definitely go back to try other dishes and to see what the rooftop atmosphere is like. There was a sign posted stating the rooftop was only open on the weekends. read more

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From the price and the location, I thought this was just another fancy, overrated place with nice view and average food, but I was totally wrong because the food here really stood out. They have a variety of good SoCal dishes. The crispy tuna rice and nachos are great starters. Birria quesa taco is really good. Their birria meat is very tender and it contains more fat than most places. Shrimp pasta and salmon rice dishes for mains are very delicious. Parking is valet and it's $20 which I think is quite expensive, but they offer free parking Mon-Thu before 1pm. The rooftop was closed when I went at lunch time. Nice service and friendly servers. read more

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First time visit in January but has been on the list of must visit places for a while. Happy hour was the perfect time to hang for a couple hours with food and drinks before the WWE Netflix premier at the Intuit dome. Spacious upstairs and downstairs areas, each with their own bars. Attached to the Lum Hotel in Inglewood and looks like it is always busy. We got lucky to beat the crowds but there is usually a waitlist. Had a couple friends trickle in to meet us and they had no problem getting in with us before it hit capacity. Service was friendly and relatively fast. We ordered a long of items off the happy hour menu. Happy hour eats: -hot wings -tacos -nachos -burger -sweet potato fries Add a couple house margaritas, IPA draft beer, and ended the meal with a whiskey shot for the road. Would love to try their dinner menu in the future. read more

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Omg I love the aesthetics and the modern design of Cork & Batter! The restaurant is located close by the Sofi Stadium, Kia Stadium, and the Intuit Dome. There's a rooftop but it wasn't opened when I went since it's only accessible on the weekend. As for the food, I'm pleasantly surprised by how delicious it was, the shrimp pasta is a must! I highly recommend trying it out. For dessert, I tried the bread pudding and I loved it! It was a great treat to end the meal. Side note, parking is only valet right outside the restaurant. read more

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This is a very nice, upscale bar aside it's main boutique hotel; they also have an upper deck. The hotel is obviously where people stay when they're coming into see various games or performances and this is a really nice bar to hang out with prior to going to or returning after the games and I'm sure you could enjoy your time here watching all the games instead of going across the street to the stadium: With an casual, upscale ambience, very attentive, staff and great presentation to everything coordinated with a decent menu selection. I think you will definitely enjoy your time here. read more

We stayed at the LUM hotel and this gem is attached to the hotel. It's a super cute and trendy restaurant and we actually came here twice during our visit to Inglewood. Once for brunch and one for dinner. During brunch, they have specific menu which had plenty great options. We ordered the patrol tree (you have the option of two or four flavors) they are definitely strong but very flavorful so definitely worth getting one or four lol! Brunch was perfect and I wouldn't have changed the thing. Dinner however, was a little different story. The service was pretty bad, but the food was still good. I hate when I go to a restaurant and the waitress comes with just the verbal total to a bill and awkwardly stands there waiting for someone to pay! Give me a receipt/tab , give me a minute to pay. Give me an itemized bill! I don't even know what was on my bill to be honest. I hate that and killed the experience. read more

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If you're looking for a great spot right by Sofi Stadium, this is a must! We ordered a variety of dishes to share: * Charred Corn "Rib" with dynamite aioli, cotija, and Tajin -- such a fun twist on street corn! * Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice -- hands down my favorite! The coconut crispy rice with avocado and serrano chili paired so well with the sweet soy reduction. * Asian Salad -- refreshing and packed with flavor and texture. Loved the sesame dressing and crispy wontons. * Steak Taco -- topped with serrano aioli, spicy salsa, cotija, and guac -- so good! * Blackened Salmon -- another favorite! Perfectly cooked with crispy skin, served with dirty rice and a light coconut salad. Also, do not skip the Patton Tree -- a super cute tequila cocktail tree with 4 different drinks. It's a must for photos and flavor! Service was attentive and friendly, and the overall vibes are beautiful -- perfect for a date or big groups. Valet parking is $15, but free Monday to Thursday before 2 PM! read more

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This restaurant is in a convenient location! Right next & merged with the Lum Hotel LA. Which is directly across the street from the SoFi stadium, The casino, & Cinepolis Luxury IMAX cinemas. And same street as Intuit! I went to Cork & Batter for breakfast. Very good. Portion sizes were good. Food was delicious. Service was prompt, attentive and with a smile! I appreciate a server that pays attention! Priced right. Ambiance was nice & clean. Lots of windows on the bottom floor offering light. The rooftop is a plus. Parking can be tricky during an event at one of the local venues do keep that in mind! I recommended this spot to anyone. read more

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Came here for happy hour with a coworker. Drove from DTLA. The location is super convenient, right near the arena and Cosm in Inglewood, but just a heads-up--traffic can get heavy, and valet is a steep $20. The space itself is nice--clean, modern, and spread across two floors. Even though our waitress was great, service was on the slower side due to being understaffed. It did improve as we stayed longer, but definitely something the restaurant should address, especially during happy hour. The happy hour specials were solid--$9 margaritas in a variety of flavors and a good selection of food. Pro tip: Grab a bottled water because the tap water? Not it. As for the food, it was on point! I had the shrimp tacos, waffle fries, and sliders--all well-seasoned, served hot, and surprisingly filling. Only minor issue was I asked for blue cheese but got ranch instead. By then, the place was too busy, so I just rolled with it. Overall, Cork & Batter has the potential to be a 5/5 spot if they fix a few kinks--starting with that valet price. It definitely leans more toward a touristy/event crowd bar, catering to people coming in for games or concerts. Would I come back? Yeah, but probably not on a tight schedule. read more

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Visited today before football game This was our second time and we brought friends The first time - I had great experience with drink and food- The birria queso taco was perfect my first visit They were fabulous this time as well Great birria The service was attentive and quick No complaints despite the busy-ness of the place just before football opener game. It was full football Sunday- all tvs were on the different games so everyone knew how their teams were doing The atmosphere was lively and fun Our friends enjoyed the atmosphere and they loved the food - appetizers and drinks , and the grilled cheese- the buffalo chicken sliders and the tater tots were huge hits Will come back for future games as it's very conveniently located as well read more

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The food here is hands down delicious!!! I was honestly shocked because for a sports bar, the chefs are really throwing it down. From the shrimp pasta (still dreaming about it) to their jambalaya to their green goddess salad, spicy tuna crispy rice, and even the shishito peppers! Everything was absolutely delicious. For drinks I highly recommend their lavender martini! dangerously good! The service here started off strong with a friendly welcome when we came in but we felt a bit neglected once we got upstairs to our table. Luckily we ordered fairly quickly and food came out fast, but almost felt like a bother. Also need to double check the hours because upstairs seemed to close up pretty early around 7:30-8pm on a Tuesday. I'm sure because there was a game at intuit dome, they responded to that so giving benefit of the doubt there. I still plan to come back with friends because it is super cute and the food is too good. There is valet parking which was super convenient especially with the busyness of the game. read more

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First time here. Parked at Sofi and then walked over, very crowded but got seated quickly, roof top seating was full, so unable to get up there. Friendly server, Amber was very friendly and attentive. Drinks were great, prices of everything were fair, large menu, had a vegetarian friend who ordered an "impossible burger" they brought her a bean patty, and then refused to discount our menu even though it wasn't what they advertised, little disappointed in that. Otherwise maybe give it another try, but lots of places in the area as well. Bathrooms were connected to a hotel which was unique. Clean but very limited so there were lines. read more

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I went to this restaurant with 3 of my friends before a festival in LA (S2O) and it was amazing!! Such high-quality, fresh, and aesthetically beautiful food. The vibe is also super inviting and I saw a group celebrating a girl's birthday. There's also sports on the TV screens, which I can imagine being super fun on game night. I had the shrimp pasta and I would highly recommend ordering that, and it was one of the best I've tasted. I've also seen on the instagram the tuna crispy rice so we tried that for the table and we devoured it right away. 11/10 restaurant. Would definitely come back again! read more

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Stopped in around 1:30pm on a Friday after visiting Sofi Stadium and our host recommended it. $16 valet parking was the only option unfortunately. The service was average, and the place was pretty empty. We started off with the fried calamari, which actually was delicious, and the sauces were a good pairing. For my main, I had the fried chicken sandwich and it was not great. I wasn't expecting a sort of Thai chili sauce all over my fried chicken that was overpowering every other aspect of the sandwich. The bread was crumby and just didn't complement everything else. My coworkers had the shrimp pasta and the buffalo chicken sliders, but they also werent very pleased. I imagine the food may taste better with a buzz but was on the clock this time around. read more

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The atmosphere was nice. Made a reservation for 7pm on a Sunday. They were closing at 8pm on a Sunday which seemed odd to me. Anyway was sat at the lower level. The server did not seem to want to be at work. Upon greeting us she said "you know we close at 8 right?" Automatically I said yes that's fine we're going to a concert anyway.. The marg tree was super tasty. Only went with the two because we felt rushed. Food was good. I would definitely get the sliders again. Overall I would only come back at 10am maybe the server would want to actually be at work. read more

My wife and I were staying at LUM and were excited to try Corks & Batter. Upon walking in, we waited by the door to be seated (there was nothing stating you could sit wherever). We stood there for a good while before anybody acknowledged us, but eventually a member of bar staff advised us to seat ourselves wherever we like. We choose a seat to the left of the front door. In short, we sat there for a good twenty minutes and were never acknowledged by any member of wait staff. No introductions, no water, no nothing. We ended up just leaving. It's a bummer because the menu looked interesting and the place had a good vibe to it, but the management and service appears to be lacking (on my visit, at least). Going by the responses from their social media person to the five star reviews and no response at all to mine, that just confirms it for me. Cork and Batter is a pass. read more

Did cork and batter "step up to the plate"? I have been seeing this place all over social media for quite some time, and finally made it out to try it. There is practically no parking around the area so more than likely you have to valet your car... $15... and it's right outside the door. I really don't like when restaurants do this, it's so unnecessary. Anyway... interior was nice, modern feels, with sports on all the tvs. The staff was very helpful as it was our first time, and gave us suggestions on what to order. We got the corn ribs, calamari, nachos, burger, lobster ravioli, chicken wings, and of course some dranks! We do not play around when it comes to date days lol The food was tasty, the stand outs were the calamari, corn ribs, and the nachos (the meat was tender). The dranks were delicious and strong. Overall, the price seemed a bit steep for what you get, the happy hour menu seems like the best bang for your buck. I'd consider coming back to try some other dishes, wish the parking situation was a bit more ideal, I guess that's LA for you. Happy eats, loves! ^_^ read more

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Always a favorite whenever I'm hanging out in the Hollywood park area of Inglewood. My wife and I stopped in for lunch during the slow time to eat and get a few drinks. We started off with 2 tequila shots compliments of another couple in the restaurant, the Sir David Old Fashion, and a Martini with a little razzle dazzle. The waitress suggested our meals so we went with the BLT and Chicken sandwich. Fork and Batter is usually a pregame or after spot for us because it's in the same area as the Intuit Dome, Sofi Stadium, YouTube theater, and the Hollywood Park Casino. read more

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Terrible service. Ordered drinks and food. Our food came first and we finished and had to ask where our drinks were. Mediocre food as well. Forgot to mention parking is impossible and you have to valet for $15 plus tip. Not worth it. read more

Cool spot for brunch. We didn't have a reservation but we were seated quickly for busy Sunday. Clean environment we sat downstairs. The service was great and food was tasty. read more

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Came here on a Saturday hoping for brunch and was super disappointed to find out they only serve it on select Sundays--what spot doesn't have brunch on a Saturday morning?! I was really craving the banana pancakes I had on my first visit. Instead, we ended up with heavier, more indulgent menu items. The food was still good and the ambiance is cool, but I left a little bummed. Definitely check the menu before you go! read more

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We had our company luncheon at Cork & Batter, and it was a great experience. I ordered the chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries . Initially, the sweet potatoes were a bit undercooked, but the staff quickly brought out a fresh, extra crispy batch--just the way I like them. My other team members had the shrimp pasta, chicken with fries, and fish and chips. Everyone enjoyed their meals thoroughly. The staff was very attentive, and we even tried the chicken fried steak with gravy--it was so good I found myself eating off other people's plates! Just keep in mind that you have to pay for parking. Overall, a good dining experience. read more

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The good: I tried the Atlantic salmon ($27) with broccolini, rice with corn and curry sauce. I also tried the fish and waffle fries ($19) with tartar sauce. The waffle fries were meaty and crispy. They were well seasoned and liked by my kids. The broccoli was tasty and not over cooked. The curry sauce was mild and pleasant. The presentation was great. There were tv screens inside broadcasting sports. They have a rooftop area with Al fresco dining. The bad: I would've liked for the fish in the fish and chips to be larger pieces. The salmon was salmon tail and while the skin was super crispy as advertised, the end of the fish seemed over cooked. I would've liked for the red onion to have a stronger sweet and sour pickle punch flavor. Some of the chairs for the tables seemed too short. The interesting: We parked a block away on the side of the street. It looked like there was valet parking only in the front. They offered us the option to eat at a table or the couch. The bathroom is shared with the hotel this restaurant is attached to. It was super clean and modern. They played hip hop music exclusively. The chairs inside were of all sorts of different varieties. They had high chair tables, booths, plastic chairs, rattan-style chairs and couches. read more

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Ambiance and food was amazing! Wasn't able to get to the terrace by walking in so next time would try to make a reservation! Has the darline lane, buffalo wings, Philly cheesesteak sliders, house fries, and Kona Big Wave beer....everything was excellent! We ubered here but I could see how parking could be tricky; however, there is valet parking! read more

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Came here Wednesday before our game. We just wanted appetizers and a drink to start our day. We had a really quiet but nice waitress Cresha (i believe her name was.) She was attentive and definitely made my drinks real good. I tried the philly cheese steak bites and cran and vodka. I would recommend trying the food and definitely the drinks! They had a happy hour menu but it was really limited but we had a good time here thanks to the good service bartender/waitress and good food! read more

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I was so happy I made reservations before hand. This place gets packed out for game days. Service was quick, our waitress was pouring her own drink. Girl was working hard. Food was good, beers were cold and the price was right. The energy in the place was awesome before game day. Beautiful spot! read more

The food was amazing. Very flavourful and cooked to perfection. We didn't wait long for our food to come out which is always nice. A few things were forgotten with our order and we had to wait to get them. Usually people come and ask if you need anything after the food is brought out and that didn't happen. It wasn't very busy during the time we were there, so service should have been more consistent. I'm not sure if this is a new thing, but they come around to take pictures of you and then offer them for purchase foe $20. I definitely suggest this place for delicious food. read more

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I loved my experience here before a concert at the YouTube theater! All of the bites were delicious and even the drinks were strong and good! The margarita tree was definitely a hit. I highly recommend coming here before a game or concert to get food and drinks with friends. Loved the atmosphere and they also have a bar and plenty of tvs. Would definitely be back! read more

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Food was great! We had the pancakes and a couple espresso martinis. Service was even better :) our server Cresha was the best read more

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Really wanted to like this place but overall it was just okay. We came before a concert and considering it's one of the only places to get food and drinks in walking distance to Intuit Dome, Cork & Batter was the choice. The inside is nice and the upstairs is less crowded. We were downstairs and sat at the bar for a good 10 minutes or so before we were even acknowledged by the bartenders. Drinks took another 15 minutes to receive them as well. Did the food we ordered nachos, fries, and corn. All the food was fairly off and not worth the price. The nachos would be better as layered vs everything sitting on top. I would come back to give it another shot, but they definitely have a lot they could improve. read more

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Was staying at the Lum Hotel and came here to get breakfast, experience was amazing environment was inviting and clean. Food was delicious and flavorful. Amber helped us out and was amazing, knowledgeable, pleasant and such a pleasure to talk to. She definitely was the cherry on top I will be back! Yes indeed you know y'all need to come visit and shout out Amber again for her fantacular splendorific service read more

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