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    Emmy's Spaghetti Shack

    4.2 (1k reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Christine L.

    First time coming here and OMG am I sooo glad I came. I heard great things about this place so my expectations were extremely high upon arrival! And upon leaving, my experience was executed in the best way possible. The host gentleman was awfully nice, Our bartender was sweet, food was exceptional. Everything about this place was so positive. Extremely kid friendly and it GETS PACKED so make sure u have RSVP, I walked in and was lucky enough to grab bar seats. Definitely will be back soon! And don't forget to check out their $5 Photo Booth in the back! So cute!!!

    Crystalin B.

    Me, my husband, and 2 of our friends came on a Monday for the "Monday is for Lovers" deal - $60 (CASH ONLY) for two appetizers, one entrée, one dessert, and a bottle of wine. Each couple did the deal and it was a perfect amount of food! You really can't find anywhere with this great of a deal - such a bang for your buck. We ordered the spicy caesar, cauliflower arancini, meatballs, and semolina garlic bread with sauce for the appetizers. I think the cauliflower arancini was my favorite out of the 4! It came out so fresh and the parmesan and marinara dips went perfectly with it. SO GOOD! For the main we did the rigatoni bolo bianco and chicken parm. Both were so good - I think the chicken parm might've been my favorite out of the two. The chicken was so flavorful. We ordered the house white for the wine, which went perfectly with our meal. It was light and refreshing. The meal ended with a peaches and creme panna cotta with some bread crumbs on top. SO DELICIOUS! Our waiter was amazing - it was our first time and he pretty much gave us the rundown on what he would get for first timers doing the Monday is for Lovers deal, which we ended up doing just that. He was so attentive and friendly. The ambiance was so cool, it felt like NY vibes in there - I loved it. This will definitely be a spot I'll take friends who are visiting out of town. Overall, I had a great experience!

    Spaghetti and meatballs
    Krystal H.

    I came here for a friend's birthday dinner, and Emmy's Spaghetti Shack absolutely delivered! We had a group of 22 people, and they were so accommodating from start to finish. They reserved a private covered patio area for us, and it ended up being the perfect space for such a big group. The heated lamps nearby kept everyone comfortable, and we ended up hanging out for about three hours without ever feeling rushed. We decided to do family-style, which was the best way to experience the menu since we got to try a little bit of everything. My favorite was the chicken parmesan--honestly, it was the pasta that won me over. The sauce and pasta were so flavorful, and they paired perfectly with the crispy chicken. I also ordered the rotating boozy slushie, which happened to be a piña colada, and it was refreshing and delicious. Meanwhile, the other table kept ordering the mystery shots, which made the birthday dinner even more fun. The service was excellent, especially with a party of 22. The staff was friendly, attentive, and kept everything running smoothly. The atmosphere was lively, and they even have a cute little photo booth that was a fun touch for our group. The portions are huge, the prices are very reasonable, and the overall experience was great. I'd definitely recommend Emmy's Spaghetti Shack if you're planning a group dinner or celebrating a special occasion!

    Fun interior, shrine to Dolly
    Gina G.

    This spot is so fun and really just incredible overall. Recently a few friends and I made reservations ahead of time for a Saturday evening table inside for dinner. The restaurant was full of life, excitement, and impeccable vibes..essentially it checked every box we were looking for. Also ironically, we were seated by a shrine of Dolly Parton (what our bachelorette theme was). The service was amazing and we loved everyone that came to our table to make our party feel so special. Special shoutout to the cocktail menu (my cocktail had a piece of parm on top!), and food-wise we def had a great assortment: prosciutto zeppole, semolina garlic bread, spicy Caesar, shrimp scampi toast, meatballs, and spicy vodka fusilli + stracciatella. We feasted! I believe there is also an outdoor area and late night weekend menu including meatball and chicken parm subs. Sunday brunch is a thing too, just not sure if it's every weekend. All in all, take a ride share, grab a babysitter, and enjoy the surrounding area of the Mission/Bernal Heights. If waiting for a table, pop over to the Royal Cuckoo for their red margarita. For our friend whose name is actually Emmy, she also approved tenfold. Delish and such a breath of fresh air for the Bay Area foodies looking for something uniquely special.

    Peach panna cotta
    Ying Z.

    Finally, I visited to try their famous Monday for lover's special! $60 cash only for two appetizers, one entree, one dessert, and a whole bottle of wine. Wow what a deal! We were worried at first if it would be enough food, but I felt stuffed afterwards and needed to walk it off. We got an early reservation but the place really filled up as it became prime dinner time. Highly recommend booking ahead of time if you want to come on a Monday. Staff seemed to be quite busy, and we had to get their attention a couple of times. The space is cool and had bar seating, booths, and a back patio area. They have two pin ball machines and a photo booth as well, very fun. For food, our two appetizers were the chicken wings and the caesar salad. Both were spicy, but not that spicy. Instead of traditional croutons, they added bread crumbs on top of the little gem lettuce. I enjoyed their take on a caesar, though it felt pretty heavy, much like the rest of our meal and the menu haha. The wings were delicious and my friend and I fought for who will take the last one. Spaghetti and meatballs was a very size able portion for two to share. We ordered the grandma's meatballs with the spaghetti and meatballs which had a different recipe, I believe crushed cashews are added. I enjoyed them, were not wowed, but very filling and hit the spot. The peach panna cotta was delightful! We savored each bite. My friend doesn't even like peaches that much but he really enjoyed this dessert. For wine, they have two house wines to choose from, a red and a white. We chose the red to pair with our meal and we liked it! I would definitely return for this dinner special.

    Vicky L.

    Came in for the Monday deal! It's 2 apps, 1 entree, 1 dessert and 1 bottle of wine for $60 cash only. We got the spicy caesar, grandma's meatballs, the pasta bianco and a panna cotta. Also got the bottle of red. The vibes are very dive bar-y but I love it! Had a lot of character and the service was good. Spicy caesar wasn't spicy but that works out for me because I can't do much spice and it was just a good caesar. Grandma's meatballs came with 3 large meatballs and they were very tender. I got the pasta bianco because it was the most unique sounding and honestly was delicious, the pasta was al dente. Our server also told us the wine is made for them and a server designed the wine bottle label which is super unique and pretty decent wine! Overall had a great time, I could tell they were rushing us out a bit at the end. Would come back for the deal!

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    Jocelyn L.

    This place has the cutest little menus and labels on the wine. Everything is hand drawn by one of the workers! We came here for the $60 meal deal, it's cash only but they have an ATM if needed. It comes with two appetizers, one entree, one dessert and one bottle of wine. We chose the chopped salad and the buffalo wings as our appetizers. The buffalo wings were regular and not too spicy, however my partner did enjoy it. The salad was very acidic which was not what I expected. I personally did not like it and neither did my partner. The lasagna was pretty good. It was covered in sauce, ricotta, and pesto. I wish there was a little bit more meat in the lasagna. The pancotta was the favorite. It was very silky and smooth. The strawberry lemon syrup was a good pairing! The server we had was amazing. She was super sweet and knowledgeable. She made our experience. All in all, the food here is ok, but the service and small details were excellent.

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    Linda Y.

    My friend introduced me to this spot in Bernal Heights and it wasn't too crowded on a Friday evening. The inside is dim with mood lighting, and there a lot of Italian classics on the menu. We got the spicy caesar (which had a nice anchovy kick) and the spaghetti with grandma meatballs. The meatballs were definitely the best thing on the menu -- had a lot of flavor and the pine nuts added nice flavor/texture. The spaghetti was good but nothing crazy (my expectations were maybe too high given the name). Would classify this place as more of a cozy eats spot than super trendy, but it was refreshing given all the gazillion trendy Instagram hyped spots in the city. If I'm in the area would come back again for a meal!

    Spaghetti Negroni and Old Fashioned Piña Colada
    Alexis C.

    Overall such a cute vibe! I didn't take a picture of my pasta but I got the fettuccine alfredo and it was the best I've had in a whileee we did order the garlic bread and it never came :( but the pasta filled me up so maybe it was a good thing. If you're going at night dress warm because the door stays open so the wind draft gets you! Drinks were okay but definitely a user issue because I should have known it was going to be strong lol

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    Thu N.

    Emmy's Spaghetti Shack was...amazing. Like my friends and I were either relishing our food in complete silence or talking about how impressed we were at each dish. The Monday night $60 meal deal was, in fact, a steal. recs: spaghetti and meatballs, cadillac lasagna, buffalo wings, strawberry panna cotta (ok basically everything) price: ~$30/person - Buffalo Wings: The first buffalo wings I've had that were grilled instead of sauced up. The sauce on the side was deliciously creamy and paired really well with the dry spice on the wing. Absolutely delicious! - Caesar Salad: Each lettuce leaf was well-dressed with grated parmesan, breadcrumbs, and dressing. Super easy to share, and every bite was delicious. - Garlic Bread: Cheesy, straightforward garlic bread served with marinara sauce. If you're able to hold onto some of the bread, it is amazing with the lasagna vodka sauce. - Grandma's Meatballs: My friend prides himself in his meatball recipe and really loved these. They hold their shape and have a great texture -- definitely a recipe that's been perfected after over two decades. - Emmy's Spaghetti and Meatballs: We all loved this one. The flavor is very well-balanced, and the sauce sticks to the noodles so perfectly that there's hardly anything left on the plate to clean up. We were impressed that this pasta dish didn't leave us feeling super heavy afterwards. And also, more meatballs to enjoy if you ran out of the appetizers. - Cadillac Lasagna: A dish I don't think I can order anywhere else -- this is an al-dente (!) lasagna bathed in vodka sauce, pesto, and ricotta. The texture of the lasagna pairs so well with the soft creaminess of the ricotta and the vodka sauce. My personal favorite of the night! - Strawberry Panna Cotta: Unsure if this was on the menu, but it was a part of the Monday meal deal. This was one of the best panna cottas I've ever had and beats anything I've ever made. Sweet, but not too sweet, and never boring, even on your fifth bite. The restaurant was vibey, the place was packed, and servers were friendly. We loved this so much that we immediately booked another reservation lol. So yes, we'll definitely be back!

    Billy T.

    Went to Emmy's for their Monday $60 deal and thought it would be a great addition to weekday deals! For $60 (cash only fyi) you'll get two appetizers, one main, dessert & bottle of wine! Basically the dessert and wine are free :) Vibes were very charming with lots of decor, reddish lighting & cozy atmosphere. Wait was as expected as host stated near an hour without reservation but it lowkey felt like we were waiting for parties without reservations because their name was on the waitlist and they were waiting for those parties to arrive. Got seated at the bar which I don't mind but I felt like there was little to no interaction from the staff. It was up to the point that we just wanted to pay and leave because the lack of service prolonged our visit. Because the kitchen steps away from the bar, we can see orders piling up and it questionably took us 20minutes to receive our spaghetti. They usually offer complementary bread but I guess they ran out for the night :/ Onto the food!! Emmys spaghetti: 4/5, portion size was okay and meatballs definitely tasted fresh in house but there wasn't really much of a wow factor with the spaghetti itself, sauce was delicious to carry it overall. Spicey caesar salad 100/5: this was actually the star of the show... it tasted like an authentic Caesar salad wowwww. Side of meatballs: not a bad as a side as they use a different tomato base sauce, wish there was bread to soak up the saucy goodness. Overall, probably won't be back for a while but it's a deal worth scratching off the bucket list.

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    Lisa X.

    Ordered via delivery. Tasty spaghetti with meatballs and the Bolo Bianci is good too. Sometimes you just want some tasty carbs with lots of sauce. Funky retro vibes, tasty food and convenient. Located on Mission and Valencia.

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    Michelle O.

    Although Emmy's has been around 25 years, we visited for the first time on a recent rainy Friday night. We didn't realize they accept reservations and were put on a waitlist. We had some drinks a few doors down at the Cuckoo Club and were finally seated 45 minutes later. We were seated at the bar/counter, which was a little strange because the bartender was making drinks directly in front of us and was not very friendly. The restaurant is dark with a red glow in the bar, with Xmas string lights throughout. My husband had the "Nona" spaghetti and meatballs ($25) and thought they were pretty good, and I had the tasty 5 layer Cadillac lasagna which was a little al dente. It included Pork + Beef Ragu, Beschamel, Pecorino, Vodka Sauce, Dollop of Ricotta and Sunflower Seed Pesto Drizzle ($26), served in a pasta bowl. We also split a spicy Caesar salad salad ($14) which was quite good and a bottle of red wine ($50), which decent tasting. If we go again, we will definitely make a reservation and perhaps bring a group as it's very fun atmosphere. In the back they have a private small room that is just beyond where two pinball machines are. The wait staff was friendly, but it's more for young hipsters than 60 year olds like ourselves. Parking can be difficult.

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    Omg the food is actually as good as everyone says on TikTok, the spicy vodka sauce and also very cute inside!

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    Food was mid. Pretty pricey for mediocre food. The decor was nice though. Wait staff were super rushed.

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    Ask the Community - Emmy's Spaghetti Shack

    Do they charge to bring in your own cake?

    2 bucks a person for the cake fee!

    Nearest parking garage that is SAFE? THANK YOU

    Yes, just check the signs and don't leave stuff in the car!

    Can we have the zoodles with their spaghetti sauce with meatballs?

    Yes, we've ordered the zoodles with marinara sauce and you can also add meatballs or Beyond meatballs!

    Is there a family meal?

    Hello:) thank you for your question. We do not currently have “family” meals , BUT... all of our dishes are fairly large and can usually feed 2 people. You can message me directly at emmy@emmysspaghettishack.com for a special item if you are… 

    I heard that kids eat free on Mondays between 5-7. Is this true?

    Yes it is true

    Do we have any vegan choices at present? January 2020. Thanks!

    Yes, they served vegan meatballs when I went there last month. The person who ordered them said they were good

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    Holy Water - Drinks and holy decor

    Holy Water

    4.4(331 reviews)
    0.4 miBernal Heights
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    Super cute bar in SF! Went here at night with friends. The decor is kinda crazy but fits with the…read morename of the restaurant. Was really impressed with the design of the menu! There's plenty of tables and seats inside! All the drinks were great and strong. We tried the Sacred Valley which was fun! Definitely had a fruity taste, followed by a strong vodka aftertaste. They provided water and lemonade for those of us who didn't want to drink. They also had special branded cups, which was a nice touch!

    On a visit to San Francisco after an evening at a brewery nearby, we weren't ready to let the night…read moreend so we walked to Holy Water. This is a gorgeous spot; the detail from the welcoming greens sign, to the cozy lighting, tasteful religious kitsch, and well thought out style, we had a wonderful visit. The decor made us explore the bar before we sat down; they have tables and different seating areas around, but it seemed like the bar was the place to be. They have a full selection of liquor, plus a cocktail menu, and killer tap list of mostly local draft beer. I absolutely loved their glassware too! The bartender was very friendly; I failed to notice the tap list above the bar was different from the menu so I was glad that was pointed out for my second beer. Prices are reasonable for the experience of being here. The other clientele at the bar were also friendly, it has a neighborhood vibe but is welcoming to all.

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    The Halfway Club

    4.7(65 reviews)
    2.3 miCrocker-Amazon

    Six of us were doing the SF Roundabout walk and The Halfway Club was the halfway point in the third…read moresection - so we had to come here. Plus they are open Sunday when so many places are not. We dropped in and were seated immediately in the back section. Great layout with a front area with tables, a separate back area with larger tables and then an outside area - take your pick. The staff was great, there was a lot to choose from and they are gracious in accommodating sharing. The three fish taco was outstanding, very crunchy, cooked to perfection, with a tangy sauce. Pro Tip - order a pitcher of beer if you are not alone - it is a good deal.

    Really wanted to love this place! I'll start off with the good. The Smash-burger was phenomenal…read more Flavorful and juicy and cooked perfectly. My mom's old-fashioned was good and strong. We went on a Friday night, where they had a very loud band playing in the middle of the restaurant. It seemed the only people enjoying the music were the band members themselves. I mean that with no disrespect, there were the people located next to the band that were covering their ears, outwardly! There were people sitting outside, and as they came inside to leave, I jokingly said they must be from up north, as the outside temperature was 55 degrees with a light drizzle. They stated the only reason they ate outside was because they couldn't hear anything due to the band. It's an extremely loud band and a closed space so the music really echo. Unfortunately there is minimal weight staff. I believe that they spent the money on more servers rather than a band, it would be the best business move. Our server came to get our drink and food order, and then didn't come back until it was time to drop off the check. We had a runner come deliver our food, and they forgot the side salad. But by the time our waitress came, we were ready to leave, so we just asked them to take it off the bill. My mom's patty melt was OK, the meat was very thin compared to the slice of bread. My Long Island with also not great. It tasted like a well drink. I would've given 5 stars if the waitress was able to check in on us after we got our food, if the patty melt had better proportions, and my cocktail tasted a little more flavorful.,

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    Mothership - Ten forward cocktail

    Mothership

    4.3(65 reviews)
    0.1 miBernal Heights, Mission
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    Attended the first annual Cosmic Chili Cookoff event at this space-themed bar in SF this past…read moreweekend. It was $15 for competitors to participate and $5 for attendees to sample all of the chilis and cast a People's Choice vote. My mouth was on fire from one of the participants who used six ghost peppers in his concoction. And there were certainly some unique ingredients in some of the recipes, including jerk chicken and secret alien sauce. There were only seven competitors, but the helpings were large cups, so we were stuffed from all the chili goodness by late afternoon. Live country music played in the background, and both the indoor space and outdoor patio were lovely and created an inviting setting. There were giant TV screens inside too, playing the fifa world cup while we were there. We had a couple beers and the ten forward cocktail off the menu, which had a light and fruity flavor I enjoyed. My bf also tried the Nixta corn whiskey, which was definitely unique. The bartender and staff here were friendly, and there was even an adorable cat roaming around on site. We enjoyed our visit on this laid back Sunday in July.

    Fun bar, creative reasonably-priced cocktails, friendly service and cool out-of-this-world…read moreambiance. We got there around 7:30 PM to grab some drinks and talk. They had a DJ come in around 8 PM and it got a bit too loud for us, so decided to head out. Karaoke on Wednesday nights apparently. Would come back for the cocktails and friendly staff.

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    The Rabbit Hole - Popcorn Chicken

    The Rabbit Hole

    4.2(136 reviews)
    0.3 miBernal Heights, Mission
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    Rabbit Hole is an awesome neighborhood bar with inventive Asian-inspired food. They have happy hour…read moreeveryday 3-6pm, with one of the best smashed burgers I've ever had. We also had the ribeye and fried chicken sandwich. All food was good, especially the ribeye, which was amazing. At $31 for a ribeye, one of the best deals I've ever seen. Highly recommend trying out this place and I'll be back soon to try more items on the menu. They also have indoor and patio seating. Patio seating was great for a warm afternoon. Service was also really attentive and they had great recommendations.

    Was really excited to give this spot a try; drinks were okay, but the service ruined it…read more Came here for a pre birthday celebration, and while the drinks and small bites were okay....the service was just bad from the beginning. Came here with my partner and the waitress only wanted to approach me, and was not nice to my partner at all. When he was mid sentence ordering his drink, she cut him off and demanded to see his ID. ( mind you...it is also his bday...) A while later, we decided to get another round and he raised his hand hoping to get her attention. I completely understand that being a server is hectic and very stressful, but a little acknowledgment when you see your table asking for you should be bare minimum. She completely ignored him multiple times. When she finally came to our table and bluntly said to him " I see you okay. I'm doing other things but I see you. " she only wanted to speak with me when ordering also....which I found kind of weird. She is also not the nicest to the table next to us also, so at least it's not targeted. But aside from that, drinks and small bites are pretty standard for a cocktail bar. Nothing too special, but a good place to try with friends. The service mostly ruined it for us that night.

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    The Rabbit Hole
    The Rabbit Hole - Dark Waters: Seaweed infused Roku gin, kombu, squid ink, junmai sake, sochu sesame oil, vegan foamer ($16)

    Dark Waters: Seaweed infused Roku gin, kombu, squid ink, junmai sake, sochu sesame oil, vegan foamer ($16)

    The Rabbit Hole - Burger w/ brioche bun, sharp cheddar, gochujang aioli ($14)

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    Burger w/ brioche bun, sharp cheddar, gochujang aioli ($14)

    The Beehive - Beauty Mark

    The Beehive

    4.3(459 reviews)
    1.0 miMission
    $$

    This is by far my favorite bar in SF. I used to drive up here weekly with my coworkers for Friday…read morenights almost 4 years ago. This place has not changed much (in a good way.) The atmosphere is so lovely, there's good music that gradually turned into old school hiphop as the night grew longer. The servers were so kind and came by all the time to refill water and make sure everyone was happy. Little shoutout to the server that took care of us all night Kimberly! She was so amazing and had the best service. (: It may be a bar but the food is so good, we got a little of everything to share. As a regular of lounge-style bars, this place has good lighting if you like taking pictures of your drinks, a good surprise! I really appreciate all the staff for being so kind and attentive on a busy Saturday night. We had a party of 12 that took up a little two-couch area with no issues at all! If I can make a recommendation for anyone that reads this, get the Thunderbird!

    Pros - great drinks…read more - nice atmosphere - good music Cons -The host Tina was rude -for example we sat at a table that had no reservation sign and while there was another table available she said "you have to move", yet there was another option for a party that had just arrived and she claimed had a reservation -Tinas demeanor was hostile towards us and she lacked the hospitality skills and professional communication skills to be organized and welcoming

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    The Beehive
    The Beehive - Cocktail Menu

    Cocktail Menu

    The Beehive - Cocktail Menu

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    Cocktail Menu

    Arcana - View from the bathroom and more plants for sale

    Arcana

    4.4(278 reviews)
    0.8 miMission
    $$

    I bought out Arcana for a night and it was a hit! The plants and decor are lush. It feels like…read moreyou've left San Francisco and entered a jungle. I love the wood tables and the steps that lead you to a private room upstairs. The space is amazing and attendees loved it. They have a photo booth too. Staff are wonderful! Thank you, Naz and Ife! Amazing bartenders. They were so friendly, attentive, and personable. Many attendees said they came to the event particularly because they love Arcana. It's conveniently located near BART and multiple bus lines and some Lyft bike docks. I cannot recommend Arcana enough! It's great for date night, girls' night, corporate meetups, and more. It's welcoming and inclusive and the food and drinks are delicious and strong. Will be back!

    Clearly says 9:30pm for the cover/ticket charge. I am uploading this at 9:19pm, but the whole…read moreinteraction started maybe 10 minutes prior. Charging the $10 event fee on discretion before the posted event start time seems... shady? illegal? My two friends got in a few minutes before with no cover. I was dealing with a bike lock while they went in. We were not there for the event but rather as volunteers from the weekly cleanup refuse crew in the Mission. You get perks as a thank-you for doing your part in making the City a cleaner place. We had just had a lovely time at another participating business (Beehive) and planned on Arcana being our final stop. Thankfully I was able to use the restroom without a fee, with my gear held up outside by the security team. While waiting in the restroom line, I told a staff member about all this, and the worker seemingly went up to the front to find out what's going on. The line took a few minutes, my friends also bumped into me, and I told them I'd likely wait for them outside the business post-restroom while they finished their wine. Already reported to the Mayor's Office. Maybe I'll add BBB. Should be honest and equitable! Four out of 200+ reviews by me have been one star, so I rarely share negativity. It's all rather unfortunate as other visits here went off without an issue. I warned a group of four about all this while I waited out front, and after talking to the front door folks, they left and thanked me for the advice. Please be careful if you visit here. . . .

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    Arcana - Downstairs

    Downstairs

    Arcana
    Arcana

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