Great fresh food and awesome cocktails. The portion size was amazing. Our waiter was so sweet.read more

I recently dined at Small Batch (Tom Colicchio's restaurant), located inside the Roosevelt Field…read moreMall in Garden City. The restaurant has a beautiful, bright, modern atmosphere that feels much more upscale than its surroundings. Based on other reviews, the standout dishes seemed to be the grilled Spanish octopus and the SB Smash Burger, so I ordered both. Unfortunately, the execution fell short in several areas. The East Coast oysters arrived with mignonette but without horseradish or oyster forks--small details, but noticeable oversights. The oysters, octopus, and burger were all tasty, but the presentation of octopus and burger was surprisingly sloppy, as though little attention had been paid when the dishes left the kitchen. The bar also was understaffed. A single bartender was serving both the bar and the entire dining room, which led to waits for drinks. My bartender was friendly, attentive, and worked hard, but one person simply wasn't enough. I finished with the Key Lime Custard, which had what appeared to be a layer of shredded cereal on the bottom. I wasn't sure what it was. The dessert itself was enjoyable, though I think a base of toasted sliced almonds with a few fried blueberries on top of it would have added better texture and complemented the flavors more effectively. One nice perk is the validated valet parking, for a reduced fee, which makes arriving and leaving especially convenient given the mall location. The whiskey selection could also be improved by adding a few more interesting, off-the-beaten-path single malts or blends. Overall, the kitchen shows promise! And perhaps I came on an off night. With better attention to presentation, appropriate bar staffing, and a more adventurous choice of spirits, Small Batch could deliver an experience that better matches its reputation.

Every time I eat at this establishment with my husband, we already know the food and service are…read moregoing to be good. We usually get the same thing each time, but it's become a comfort meal there, so why break tradition . Yes, it's expensive, but it's worth the splurge to treat yourself to a special night out! Sidebar: I also love how it's close to Roosevelt Field Mall & Eisenhower Park so you can walk off your meal.

The soups are fantastic - have me in quite a choke hold…read more Definitely a beautiful place with great ambiance! Date night

Perfect way to end a long day at the bar of Ruth 's Chris!…read more A little girl dinner -- Flavorful French onion soup & mouth watering crem brule Great environment- awesome staff!

I'm leaving this review to bring awareness to the need for better training for host staff,…read moreespecially since they are the first point of interaction and can make or break the entire customer experience. No shade, but Ruth's Chris is like the Chick-fil-A of steakhouse; consistent, but not my go-to for fine dining. That said, I've been dining here for over a decade, and the food has always been consistent. The stuffed chicken and calamari are still favorites of mine. I do respect the effort to enforce a dress code in the dining area. However, it must be applied fairly and consistently not in a way that feels selective or discriminatory. Upon arrival, my party and I made sure we were dressed according to policy and even had the dress code on hand. When it was time to be seated, the hostess, Nicole, without much engagement, seated us at a high-top table near the bar. When we asked why, she stated, "We have a strict policy on athletic wear." This immediately caused confusion, as neither of us was wearing athletic wear. I was dressed in a custom Daniel's Leather, Fox Fur Trim Leather coat, leather leggings, designer sneakers, and a dressy off-the-shoulder sweater. My friend wore black jeans, a dressy off-the-shoulder top, and designer sneakers. We were both taken aback, as nothing about our outfits aligned with athletic wear. We asked to speak with a manager for clarification. The supervisor (whose name I unfortunately didn't catch, possibly Melissa) was professional, understanding, and immediately clarified that leggings were not an issue and that our attire was appropriate. She was apologetic and even checked on us again during dinner, which was appreciated. However, when returning to the front with the manager so we could be reseated properly, Nicole remained unprofessional. She was neither apologetic nor interested in addressing the situation in a respectful or human way. What made the situation more concerning was that while seated, I observed several other guest all Caucasian who were clearly underdressed seated without issue. This included individuals in tracksuits (which are definitively athletic wear),regular running sneakers, ripped jeans, graphic T-shirts, (one with Michael Myers on it and bold white letters saying "Party Crasher" also two ladies with standard leggings that were far more casual than what I was wearing. Aside from this experience, everything else was great. Our waitress, Aya, was phenomenal especially for someone new. She was knowledgeable about the menu, kind, and attentive throughout the evening. Even offered add-ons, yet not being pushy upselling which myself having experience in customer service she was great employee. The food, as always, was consistent, and the manager handled the situation professionally. Unfortunately, the experience with the hostess left a lasting negative impression. It's disappointing, because as the first point of contact, that interaction sets the tone for the entire evening--and in this case, it was handled in a way that felt distasteful, unfair and blatantly discriminatory.

The food is excellent. My favorite is the Chilean Sea Bass topped off with a perfect white wine…read more The service is excellent. The ambiance soft and inviting.

I visited Seasons 52 and decided to try the flight and filet special along with the filet and…read morelobster tail entrée. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere that feels a little upscale but still comfortable. The flight and filet special was a good value at $52 and included a wine flight, filet and a mini indulgence dessert. The wine flight was fun to try and a nice way to sample different options with dinner. The filet was tender, flavorful and cooked as requested. My partner tried the filet and lobster tail. The lobster tail was tender and paired well with the steak. For dessert, I selected the peanut butter chocolate mini indulgence, which was the perfect size to end the meal without feeling too heavy. Service was attentive and the food came out in a reasonable amount of time. Prices are definitely on the higher side, but the $52 special felt like a good deal for what was included. I would return to try other menu items in the future.

We recently celebrated my graduation at Churrasqueira Bairrada with a family party of 10, and it…read morewas truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with friendly and attentive service. There was no wait time, which made the evening even more enjoyable and stress free for such a large group. The food was fresh, delicious, and served in the perfect portions. Everything was so good that we left nothing behind. I had the flan, and it was honestly the best flan I have ever had. My niece ordered the chocolate cake, and it was absolutely perfect. This was one of the best dining experiences we have had for a special occasion. Whether you are celebrating a birthday, graduation, anniversary, or any important moment, this restaurant makes the experience feel memorable and special. We have been here before for my birthday dinner. We cannot wait to return.

A million times highly recommended!! We've been going to…read moreBairrada Rodizio Grill since the early 2000s, and it's been the place for so many of our celebrations with friends and family. I'm so happy to see how much they've expanded and improved over the years. The owner, Manny, is incredibly friendly and often comes out to greet guests when he's there, which really adds to the warm, family-oriented atmosphere. The food is absolutely amazing! I highly recommend the all-you-can-eat rodizio and the branzino, but honestly everything there is delicious. And don't even get me started on the desserts--Heavenly Whites... OMG!! Simply incredible.

We celebrated my son's 16th birthday at Fogo de Chão, and it was the perfect place for a special…read moreoccasion. A special shoutout to Jenny Melo, affectionately known as "Jenny from Around the Corner." She was warm, welcoming, funny, and made our celebration even more memorable. Our servers, Michelle and Danny, were attentive and efficient, always making sure we had everything we needed. The food was outstanding. We especially loved the spicy steak, pork belly with honey, sweet plantains, polenta, and the warm pão de queijo. The gauchos were friendly and made sure we never had to wait for our favorite selections. What impressed me most was that everyone in our party of seven found something they loved, from adults and teens to a first-time 11-year-old guest. The complimentary birthday dessert was a thoughtful touch that made the birthday boy feel extra special. My only complaint is that I wish I had a bigger stomach so I could have gone back for seconds! We were a party of 7 and had a 10-star experience. Thank you to Jenny, Michelle, Danny, and the entire team for helping make this birthday celebration so memorable.

I chose Fogo de Chão for my birthday dinner and invited my family, expecting a great experience but…read moreunfortunately, it was very disappointing. At the beginning, our server informed us she would be leaving mid-service and that someone else would take over. After that, everything went downhill. Service became extremely slow, and we were left waiting for long periods without being attended to. Because of this, we barely got to enjoy the full experience or eat enough, which defeats the whole purpose of an all you can eat restaurant. By the time I considered ordering dessert, I was already frustrated with the lack of attention and decided it was better to just leave. It's really disappointing to spend a birthday dinner feeling ignored and unsatisfied especially at a place like this. Overall, instead of celebrating, it felt like we paid for a frustrating experience and had to consider spending even more elsewhere just to feel full. I'm honestly not sure if I would come back.

I was referred to go here by someone who caught their restaurant week menu…read more When we first walked up I was captured by the big bull that was lit on the outside. As soon as we walked in I noticed the ambiance and decor was a bit classy and dim (my type of vibe). The entrance was a little tricky as we had to walk through the restaurant to get to the hostess table. We had reservations, but we had to wait about 10 minutes to be seated. I am glad we waited, because she sat us in the perfect area. We started off with the appetizers of oysters, meatballs and crab cakes. The meatballs and oysters were exquisite, the crab cakes could've stayed in the ocean. For the main course we chose the short ribs and the prime rib which was cooked perfect. For desert we got the apple crumb and the cheesecake, delish. The drinks were on point as well, we got the old fashioned and the lychee martini. Both were made perfect! The only thing that I was disappointed about a little was the service. Our server tried his best but the restaurant was busy because it was the last day of restaurant week. 45$ for 3 courses! I have no complaints except for the crab cakes. I would definitely go back and pay full price! This place is classy, food is excellent and service could improve, but it wasn't the worst.

This place looked so fancy online and boasts a great menu. I really liked the vibe walking in and…read moreit was super busy on a Saturday night, almost at capacity. Our waiter was great when we first sat down to get drinks out and to order. However, during dinner service, we had not seen him again. I think we had to flag other staff just to grab him at some point as we needed utensils and refills on water. We also wanted to order more drinks but it just took a long time to get his attention. We were a party of eight and was here to celebrate my birthday. Appetizers we tried: 1) thick cut candied bacon (it was indeed thick, and we did not have the kimchi on the side it was paired with), 2) Double cream Burrata with fig (it was okay, not memorable), 3) Wagyu Meatballs (really disappointing, temperature cook was uneven. One side was hard/tough like burnt and the other side was softer). 4) two orders of lobster bisque (a tad salty, had some lobster pieces, I would've preferred creamier). From finishing the appetizers, we had to wait an entire 55 minutes for our entrees to come out. We were told any moment, two times, but it was not. It took way too long. And at this point, we needed water refills and wanted to order wine. It was very chaotic and we could not find our waiter. Onto to dinner entrees: 1) porterhouse for two (heavily seasoned and again cooked at an inconsistent temperature). A few pieces were almost raw near the bone. 2) two orders of King Prime Rib, most of it was medium rare. But again, as we got closer to the inside and near the fatty sections, it was too rare/raw even. 3) Queen Prime Rib was ok. More medium than medium rare. 4) Filet mignon, which is supposed to be the most tender, it was not. It was over cooked and the meat was dry and grainy. Very disappointed. I do not recommend this at all. Onto desserts: we opted for some cappuccino and just two desserts: two affogato's and an almond cake with citrus. It was fine, but not memorable. We spent almost $900 including tip but it was literally the most disappointing steakhouse experience I've had ever. I do not recommend. It's fine for a night out for drinks but not for the steak.

Great brunch place omelette was amazing will definitely be returning…read more Service was good and locations ambiance was cute and good location with easy parking

Went to the Shed for a weekday dinner and had a great time! Drinks are great - got the strawberry…read moresol mocktail which was great! Food was ok, overall good brunch food but pricey for the portions that you get. I recommend coming here for the vibes/ambiance and drinks. It's a great place to catch up with friends, and the service was the best part. They didn't rush us at all, and checked in on us occasionally if we needed any more drinks or anything else.