I went to this spot not knowing it was a chain style American Italian restaurant. Price-wise, if I…read morehad known it was like an Olive Garden, I'd have gone to a different Italian restaurant which would likely have better dishes for the same price. The server was nice enough and the restaurant was clean. The food was good, but nothing I couldn't make at home.

While shopping in Federal Way, we decided to pop into Mama Stortini's. I've been hearing about…read moretheir iconic mozzarella sticks since I moved to Washington, so clearly it was time to investigate. We were seated promptly; however, our waitress walked past our table at least four times without acknowledging us. We were just about ready to walk out when she finally stopped and said she would be with us shortly. Thankfully, the service after that was fantastic. She was very kind and genuine and checked on us regularly. We initially had trouble finding the famous mozzarella sticks on the menu. When we asked our waitress about them, she pointed them out on the seasonal menu although even she had a hard time finding them. Apparently, they had just received new menus, so at least we weren't the only ones who needed a map to find them. She let us know that the mozzarella sticks had recently changed. They aren't as large as they used to be, are now drizzled with hot honey, and come with a side of spicy marinara. They definitely had a kick, but they were delicious. Obviously, I can't compare them to the original version, but they absolutely lived up to the hype. I ordered the triple-pepperoni thin-crust pizza, which unfortunately fell flat. The edges were so badly burned that they were black, and the pizza was extremely greasy and didn't have much flavor. Somehow it managed to be both burned and underwhelming an impressive combination, just not in a good way. My dining partner ordered the lunch-special fettuccine Alfredo along with the French onion soup. He said the fettuccine Alfredo was fantastic and was very pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Overall, I would absolutely come back for the mozzarella sticks and to try some of the other menu items. Would I order the pizza again? Not a chance. That relationship ended before the check arrived.

If you're looking for a special occasion, go no further…read more I've gotten many times and I've never been let down. The food is amazing and the dessert you can't skip on. What makes the food even better is that the service is always great And during the day, it has a very nice view of the water Define is the best combination of food and service in view. This is also a great place for a date night or any occasion. We all need places that we can always count on in Veros has never let me down, just give it a try.

DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY!…read more Mother's Day and birthday- they had a limited menu with a set gratuity of 20% which may explain why the service was lacking. I was hoping this would be like a 4 star review- crappy service amazing food? Nope- bad service bad food over priced- We Made a reservation, and asked for window seat got seated in the worst seat possible table Right by the walkway and kitchen. We asked to move to one of 5 empty tables and we were told they were booked full- the attendant wouldn't even ask if we could switch tables- she did tell the manager we were unhappy and his response was to shrug and dismiss it. She had zero interest in ensuring we had a good experience. There should not have been any issue to move us to one of the other more preferred seats. As they were empty and many remained so while we were there. We ordered Tuxedo lobster ravioli - stuffed with lobster- warm flavor but very uninspiring- would not recommend - it was warm- not hot and the sauce was a bit congealed texture wise - the flavors truly were on the more bland side Crab stuffed salmon - delicious- buttery moist flakey salmon with delightful crab stuffing- garlic mash was spot on- favorite dish! If all dishes had been this delightful I would have been thrilled! Steak tuscano- bland- minimal sauce- both people who ordered it did not feel it was worth it at all- aldente noodles and well well wellll done steak- lacked flavor- the bacon jam was delightful but very little of it- the balsamic reduction was absent and the noodles were dry- none of us who tasted it thought it was good- edible but eh... Artichoke dip - good but not great- it was a bit runny- as in watery. Mild flavor main flavor artichoke very little crab or lobster- actually had to be told it was seafood artichoke- there was no sign of seafood- the RED... L has way better and more flavorful and that's sad to say. We opted to skip dessert thank goodness- sadly the reservation asks about special event for which we put birthday... but there was zero acknowledgment of the birthday- typically in a higher end type restaurant which they seem to claim to be- if you put the occasional they acknowledge that you're there for a birthday etc.- nope! The bottom line is- I've had way better meals with way better service at a way better price..... save the time, the money and your taste buds. And go some place that actually tries to accommodate simple reasonable requests and well quite frankly some place that still cares about customer service. I truly wanted to like this place- sadly won't be back.

Looks like the local spot has changed management/ownership. Wouldn't really mind so much except…read morethey replaced their menu with breakfast only items and close at 2 pm because they've changed over a bunch of staff. Ordered steak and eggs which was described as chuck steak. They mean ground hamburger meat but when the waitress asked if that's what I meant, i responded by pointing at the menu item and saying "the steak?" $17 for a big hamburger patty, burned inedible hashbrowns, and burned toast. My mother asked not to include certain ingredients and they came out anyway too. Took a long time which I would expect for how I order it thinking it was a steak but pretty egregious for a hamburger patty. They've recently painted but took down all their personal effects so it looks very clinical and awkward. Does not help they are having a severe small fly infestation so not comfortable ambiance to sit in for chatting, like their lunch lulls used to be good for. Sounds like they're asking for some leniency in transition but they might as well close. I won't be coming back until I hear from someone else it's worth my time an

Rainbow Café in Auburn is such a gem! We went on a Monday morning for breakfast, and from the…read moremoment we walked in, the place had a lively and welcoming vibe. It was very clean and quite busy, which is always a good sign that the food is worth it. I ordered the veggie scramble, and it did not disappoint. It came out quickly, piping hot, and beautifully presented. The portion was generous, and the price was very reasonable for the quality and amount of food. My nephew ordered the bear pancakes, and they were a total hit, not only were they adorable, but he loved them so much he kept talking about them the rest of the day. Watching him enjoy his meal made the whole experience even better. The only downside was the service. Our server felt a bit dry and not very engaged. My 2.5-year-old nephew doesn't eat meat, so I asked if he could have fries or something else instead. She said it would cost extra, which I completely understood, but in the end, the fries never came. It left the interaction feeling a little rushed and dismissive. Hopefully, it was just an off day. That aside, Rainbow Café really delivers everything you want from a classic breakfast spot: hearty, well-prepared food, generous portions, kid-friendly options, and a clean, bustling atmosphere. I'd absolutely come back again and recommend it, especially for families with kids, because those bear pancakes are unforgettable!

Growing up, Billy McHale's was probably the most underrated burger in town. It was smokey, savory…read moreand juicy. Locations stated to close and then Jimmy Macs started up. I've had about 5 burger at J Macs over the years and none have impressed me. I just found out the Renton location closed and I also believe they had a Lynnwood location which also is gone, leaving this lone establishment. We changed it up and decided to try Happy Hour. This is the best Happy Hour menu I have seen in recent memory. Solid selection and reasonable prices. I went with the Potato Skins and I have to tell you, they were the largest skins I've ever seen making it a killer deal. Unfortunately, the flavor just wasn't there. Not enough bacon and I would have rather had ranch instead of sour cream. I think Black Angus has the best Potato Skins around now that Claim Jumpers is gone and unless they changed the menu, they are available for Happy Hour there. Again, the skins here did not impress, but the price and portion blew me away, so these guys are going to get 4 stars from me. Jimmy's and Billy's may have the same owner, but the recipes differ, I think Billy is more flavorful and consistent, but you get more meat selections at Jimmy's. Good news is they are only a couple miles apart. So choose wisely and enjoy either way.

Meh I will…read moreacknowledge that mid-market steak/bbq joints in general are having a tough time in this economy. But the entire meal here was underwhelming and/or poorly cooked The rolls: I guess they are ok but I don't get the kvelling over them. On the sweet side, mild pleasant yeasty flavor. Didn't realize they came with honey butter which made them way too sweet for my taste Crabcake dinner: forgettable. 2 half dollar sized crab cakes that didn't blow our hair back in any way. Combo dinner 6oz steak/ribs: steak was good - nicely cooked to mid rare. I thought the ribs were braised (soft, fall off the bone) but then I read the Jimmy Mac's smoked their ribs - which is suspect - no bark, no smoke flavor...ribs just OK. Baked potato was prob good and fluffy 4 hrs earlier but was way too dense as if it had been sitting in warming for too long. Mushrooms were way too salty I guess if I ever go back I would get the steak but you can get a better $40 sirloin at a place like Melrose Grill. Goto Jacks in federal Way if u want real Texas BBQ Service was good - and it looks like a good place for large parties. Just wish the food was a notch better in quality

We are here for lunch we had happy hour I had chicken tacos it was extremely dry and had hard white…read moreflaky cheese on top. Salsa was supposed to be mango was not just watered down pico de gallo. Husband had boneless wings asked for ranch got very chunky blue cheese. I asked for a spoon for the salsa and got ignored. The view was beautiful over the golf course but food needs improvement! Our server Paula ignored us completely disappeared for a while never came to check on us or refill our drinks. It's was very quiet in the restaurant. Won't be back .

Beautiful setting along the Green River in the Auburn Golf Course clubhouse. Been here many times…read morebut first time having the Bogey Burger with Sidewinder potatoes( pardon the pun- it's a twist on fries) no cheese add bacon. Fabulous eye appeal with a shiny brioche bun. Patty was cooked to perfection and the toppings abundant. The Sidewinders were perfection- golden brown, crisp and flavorful! Pretty big crowd and the Bartender, server handled it with a smile on his face! We booked the venue for our 55 year class reunion in 2027 too!

This place is...kind of weird, but in a good way…read more Based on the name and seeing it from the freeway, I honestly expected it to be an Indian restaurant. It isn't. In fact, there's not a single Indian dish on the menu. Instead, it's like someone combined an upscale Denny's, a seafood restaurant, and a Chinese restaurant into one menu. I'm guessing that's because there aren't many food options inside the Emerald Queen Casino in Fife. It's basically this restaurant or the deli downstairs. (For what it's worth, I grabbed a brownie from the deli afterward, and it was delicious.) The deli menu seemed pretty limited, so maybe that's why Tatoosh Grill decided to offer a little bit of everything. The menu is all over the place--in the best and weirdest way possible. You can order breakfast, sandwiches, salads, soups, seafood, steaks...and then flip a page and order Chinese food. It's definitely an interesting concept. We decided to try the Chinese menu since it had pretty good reviews. I ordered one of the lunch specials that came with chow mein, fried rice, and breaded almond chicken. Everything tasted great. The chow mein was flavorful, the fried rice was good, and the chicken itself was delicious. My only complaint is the portion of protein. For a lunch special that was over $20, I expected a lot more chicken. Instead, I got what felt like one small piece, while the rest of the plate was mostly chow mein and fried rice. It definitely felt like I was paying restaurant prices for a plate that was heavy on the carbs. My husband ordered the General Tso's chicken, which came with jasmine rice, and honestly, I wish I had gone that route. His dish was a huge bowl packed with chicken, and if I'm remembering correctly, it was actually cheaper than my lunch special. There was so much food that he couldn't even finish it. If you're planning to order from the Chinese menu, I'd recommend skipping the lunch combinations and just ordering one of the entrée dishes. It seems like you'll get a lot more protein and a much better value. The couple sitting next to us couldn't stop talking about how good the breakfast was, so that's definitely something I'd be interested in trying next time. Overall, I'd come back. The food was good, the service was solid, and while the menu is one of the most random I've ever seen, somehow it works. My only real complaint is that my particular meal didn't feel like the best value for the price. Next time, I'll order differently, but I'll definitely be back.

Ok here it is. Me and my girlfriend were invited here for…read moredinner with my brother and his husband. My brother said the name of the place so many times that if he was paid for saying tatoosh grill The food should've been free. It was like six or seven times while he was telling me about this place.. We ended getting getting the casino meal where you get 5 different items. Each item that was chosen was really delicious. I enjoyed the chicken. I enjoyed the whatever the other dishes were really. I'm always happy with most Chinese food or we get. This was good. I believe we got a walnut shrimp which I enjoy.. I've decided that any place that has walnut, shrimp try. Little disappointed that there was no fortune cookies. I I didn't take any pictures of food at the time. We'll have to do it a later time.

Deep in the industrial part of Kent pops up this random night club that is open for lunch. Looks…read more'authentic' and so we give it a try. The morning after a hard night is the vibe. From the back a voice is heard as we seat ourselves. A cordial welcoming with complimentary chips and salsa. Before we have a look over the menu, a strong suggestion to try their charcoal chicken and so we did. Somewhat good char flavor, a bit cold so it was already prepared. Two plates with beans & rice at $28 each, a couple beers, $90. Good for the area.

Went for lunch on Saturday. There was a couple in there. We asked for recommendation and server…read moresaid loma saltado (sliced bite size beef with vegs). It's their signature dish. We also ordered the charcoal chicken. Both were disappointing. There were less than 10 slices of beef for $25. The chicken was dry and can tell it was leftover from the day before. They just reheated it.

Lady cooks with a lot of love she's wonderful food outstanding if I lived with her I'd be 400lbs…read moregreat conversation great food Jersey Mike

Serious Soul is a take out and cater only restaurant. The restaurant is a one person show and the…read moreowner has operated with this model for some time. The owner is delightful and engages you in conversation as she packs the food . The restaurant is showing its age, but remains one of the remaining soul food restaurants in South King County in Washington. I had the fried catfish, chicken, and fries. The thing about soul food is that it all about the seasonings. Now, I prefer the cornmeal/flour coating over batter; the owner does this well. The catfish was well seasoned and the fish was tender. This is the fine line between frying it until it's as dry as the desert or perfection as was done here. The same was for the chicken wings. Light coating, crunchy, and seasoned well. Now her cornbread is good, but she should throw her fires in the trash. They are overcooked and just a let down to an otherwise nice lunch experience. Since she only does take out or cater, the place looks more like a place of storage than a restaurant. It is quiet with mini refrigerators displaying desserts and soda. Surprisingly, the owner does not serve shrimp. A bit of a surprise and I would quickly get them for lunch if they were prepared as well as the catfish. I would rate higher, and keep in mind the the prices are higher than you would expect but happy to pay again if she smoothes out some of the edges of her space and sides that accompany such wonderful catfish and chicken.