My mom and I had an amazing experience! From the service (Wardell is the best!!) to the most delicious dishes! The place is beautiful, well-lit and clean. I highly recommend it! Lunch and Happy Hour! read more

The Finch - The blackened red fish and shrimp and grits - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

I always have a great experience when dining at The Finch. Recently, I was able to share that experience with my mother, who loved the restaurant. The Finch has great food, drinks, and customer service. Thanks to out waiter, Wardell, and management for taking care of us. read more

Date night with friends. Enjoyed an evening of indoor dining with a view of the Epic water show. Tried the seasonal melon salad - which was light snd refreshing but very small served in a large bowl. I think this was a chef mistake because the visual took away from the dish. I loved the flavors and was tempted to order another. Our table had the meatballs, steak, blackened tacos, brussels, pasta with blacken chicken with mocktails. Highly recommend the peach mocktail as it has a little spicy note. Location is beautifully placed in the Epic Central dinning location. Server was excellent and attentive. Manager also visited with us which I always think is a nice touch. Let's face it - we'll remember the Server and the Manager when we decide upon our next date - and all it costs them was good service and brief visit Good job - great tacos! read more

Killing a little time before a nearby festival opened, I stopped into The Finch and grabbed a seat at the bar to keep things casual and avoid taking up a table. I ordered the Tuna Crispy Rice and a half dozen oysters. Both were decent. The Tuna Crispy Rice had good flavor, but the execution was lacking. Each piece fell apart as soon as I picked it up with my chopsticks, and the rice was a bit mushy. Tasty overall, but not something I'd order again. The bartenders were friendly and attentive, which made for a pleasant experience. Overall, a solid stop for drinks and oysters while passing the time read more

Have you ever just needed to relax after a long week of working?! This is the place. The Finch is a relaxing restaurant and var with amazing water views. Its located in Grand Prairie off of State Highway 161. If you go during happy hour, they have a selection of drinks and appetizers for $7 each, when regular price is at least $15 each. Ive included my receipt so you can see my first old fashioned was $7 but I missed happy hour end time - which made my same type of old fashioned $15. And by the way, this Brown Sugar Ild Fashioned is beyond delicious!! I would probably give this a 5-star rating, but the parking is so difficult and over-crowded. I highly recommend a visit. read more

The Finch - Receipt - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

Food was ok. Service was average nothing above and beyond and I'm not saying it's a bad thing it was just what it is. They take your order, they bring your order, they bring check and then goodbye. read more

I stayed at Epic Central and knew how popular it was. So glad I decided to make a reservation in advance. I got my wish and was seated outside right in front of the light show. The restaurant was not crowded but it was such a nice night weather wise. Stephanie was my waitress and she did a good job. Recommended several entrees and apps. I decided to try potstickers and fish and grits. Omg so good. The potstickers were very good with the super spicy wasabi sauce, it was so zesty it takes your breath away but totally made the dish. The catfish and grits were very tasty too. Good portion size, I couldn't finish. The grits were pimento cheese grits which gave it a great flavor. The light show was a bonus, I enjoyed my food and wine and had such a lovely time. read more

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Went during happy hour and got the volcanic shrimp, the short rib, and a couple drinks. Our waiter was great and friendly enough to interact with. I enjoyed my food. Good share of shrimp and the short rib was super filling! Get the derby dash to drink if you like whiskey! My friend got the adult happy meal. It came with a traditional martini that was STRONG, you can't modify. But she liked the slider and salad. It was is a pretty location right next to the water show. read more

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Love that it has the view of a huge water fountain outside. Parking can be a wait but it's worth it! Near the Pickle ball courts. Love the bar area. Great for dates? Girlfriend time or for family and after church lunch etc. Service, most of the time they are great. I highly recommend to get dressed up and come here! Prices are reasonable but if you are a drinker, of course it can get expensive. All the restaurants in the area are pretty good. read more

Amazing atmosphere and great food. I've dined here alone once and later returned with a group of colleagues for a Christmas dinner. Both experiences left me impressed with the quality of the meals and the excellent customer service. The staff was attentive and welcoming, and the food was consistently delicious. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to others. read more

For a Thanksgiving gathering we opted to skip all the cooking and clean up and we decided to try the Finch and their Thanksgiving menu This is a trendy establishment. The decor, fixtures, location, etc are all appealing and somewhat swanky. There are delicious looking entrees and drinks to choose from, but again we came for the Thanksgiving meal which was hearty and delicious. We each received a large plate with most of the typical Thanksgiving staples (or at least a twist on those classics). We also got a choice of salad or French onion soup as a starter and cheesecake or bread pudding for dessert I would say the menu and the restaurant itself are slightly upscale, but I don't feel like the staff were overly upscale. I feel like many of the patrons were far dressier than the servers. The servers and management didn't seem overly refined. We had a reservation and we ended up waiting 10-15 minute for a table. There were plenty of tables available, and someone in our party used a cane, but they would only seat us at a high top that wasn't ideal. Also, at different times we could overhear the conversations of staff, and they were often complaints or things they probably didn't want us to hear I would try this restaurants regular menu again, and maybe the service issues were one-offs... that and it was the holidays, and I feel for staff who have to work during the holidays Some tips: There is a neat water fountain feature outside the restaurant in a common/park area that has dancing streams and is a great place to stroll or take a break and enjoy nice weather There is also plenty of parking out front Cheers!! read more

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Special shout out to Vinceeeee! He's a manager I met. He went out of his way to make sure to introduce himself. He collaborated with the team he spoke to several customers. He was extremely engaging and I'm not sure how long he's been here, but when I tell you, I remembered his name and he approached me a second time because of the impact I could see that he was making on the environment that made my visit all the well worth it. The food is great. I'll show pictures of that. I ordered the steak and eggs. I had two flights of the martini options which I also loved if I were to suggest a martini here I would say first would be the lemon drop and then a dirty martini. The view here is spectacular. You've got a water show that's going on intermittently while you dine at night. I hear it's even more gorgeous because they have lights going. I'm here during the daytime so you can't see that reflecting, but just the background activity of it creates a really nice ambience. I chose bar seating, but the entire establishment seems really clean. I would sit anywhere here especially the patio area if you're interested in seeing the water show. I'm so glad I stopped in. It took me a while to get here because it's been on my to-do list but if it's on yours, please put it to the top so that you can visit. Extremely happy with everything I chose. I can't wait to visit again. Again, I wanna shout out the manager I was able to meet because great customer service and teamwork starts at the top. I can tell that this is a well managed group. Xoxo. read more

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From the moment I walked in the door the experience was exceptional. Sat at the bar while waiting to be seated and was greeted by Bryson. Her service was so exceptional in just a few short moments that I decided to remain at the bar while having my brunch. Bryson answered all of my questions. She was extremely polite, extremely knowledgeable, and all around provided stellar service. My food was delicious. My drinks were strong. The ambience is very cute! Lastly, I got the opportunity to speak with Joe the house manager, and he also had exceptional service. I highly recommend that anyone come check out Finch, Grand Prairie. read more

The Finch - Short Rib Hash. - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

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The server was definitely entertaining lol. We visited this location on the night where there wasn't an event outside with a DJ. Maybe it was a night market. The bar tender made our second drinks incorrect stating that a different person made the first one but that was all sorted out . Both pasta dishes were good and the chocolate cake was a great choice for dessert We didn't care for the pot stickers. The sauce on the top should've been on the side but it'll clear up a sinus infection. The shrimp was ok. read more

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Came out here for dinner and got to see a nice light show set to music. The dinner was nice. I didn't have an entree opting for a wedge salad and meatballs appetizer. Another guest had the blackened catfish and grits. All was good the catfish and grits were very tasty. My salad had a bit of mush dressing, thought it fresh tasting. The meatballs were delicious. Our server, whose name escapes me, was attentive and got the orders correct. I wish I could remember her name to give her a proper shout out. The meal coupled with the service and light show means I ma coming back. read more

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I really enjoyed this restaurant and the view is amazing for indoor and outdoor seating. The Shrimp and grits were a specialty off menu and the shrimp were huge and cooked perfectly and the sauce with the grits was irresistible! Service was fast and I was there with a party group and we were well taken care off. The Martini flight is good for those who want to try multiple drinks but the Appletini was the best of the 3 I chose. read more

The Finch - Martini Flight - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

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Nice place. Saw a lot of what looked liked 'girlfriend day' outings (like a girls night but it was earlier in the day). We were with another couple. Food was good. Appetizers-We had the volcano shrimp, they had meatballs. We shared. The shrimp were good the meatballs were ok. Main entrees - we had steak frites (ok), blackened catfish with grits (good) and honey sriracha salmon (ok). We each had one drink. Service was good. Every one was pretty friendly/helpful - some more than others. We each spent about $120+ on our separate bills. I would go back but wouldn't necessarily make a special trip. Nothing bad, just nothing special either. read more

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What a pleasant discovery, though the parking is a bit confusing. You're basically parking in the lot for the hotel, which looks like you need to pay for it, but the restaurant assured us we didn't and we weren't towed away, so hey I guess they were right. This is one of those meals where we just ordered a bunch of stuff and did it family style, and I'm not kidding: every single thing we ordered was fantastic. From the steak to the potstickers, it was all a hit. I look forward to my next visit. The highlight was our server, I wish I had written down the young man's name, but you could tell he deeply cared about both the restaurant and our individual experiences. read more

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Had a great time for my friends birthday dinner. The staff were all super nice, the service was quick and accurate. The drinks and food were both so good and overall the atmosphere was great. The parking was a little hectic- most of us had to park in the parking garage at the far end and walk but overall it was great ! read more

The Finch - Martini Sampler - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

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I am big on customer service and this placed delivered. I know we stayed too long because we were in deep conversation and management was cool about it. I also liked our waiter. Having cute conversations with the staff as well made the experience wonderful as well. Now, I am a Texan so the portions are small. However, they are good. I mean really good. I had the Blackened Red Fish Taco and I think the Tacos should be four instead of two. I would pay for it. It was seasoned to perfection. We had the Volcano Shrimp and Potstickers for an appetizer. I didn't even need the sauce for the Potstickers. That is how good it was. Although small the Martini is strong. It will give you a slight buzz not a lot but just a slight one. Between the awesome service and the food's taste I would most definitely go back. It is well worth it even in the portions aren't Texas size. Which I probably don't need. read more

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It was our 35th wedding anniversary and we wanted to do something different. We decided we'd head out to "The Epic" in Grand Prairie to have dinner and then watch the fountain show in the Lagoon. After learning how popular the restaurants are at "The Epic" I did make reservations beforehand. I am glad I did. When we arrived, the restaurant was hopping and packed, even on a Monday evening. Right off the bat I noticed "The Finch" is not a romantic type of restaurant. We soon learned it's VERY noisy and hard to carry on a conversation even across the table. The restaurant's decor is very stunning and was well thought out in the design. I just wished they'd thought about the sound factor. As I mentioned I had made reservations. We didn't have to wait in the queue that had formed. Again, I was amazed the restaurant was SO busy on a Monday evening. After being seated by a very elegant hostess we met Alissa, our server for the evening. She asked if this was the first time we'd dined with them and if we'd like any recommendations. My wife decided all she wanted was a Coors Light. I'm an "Old Fashion" lover and ordered their "Brown Sugar Old Fashion" comprised of Bullet Bourbon, brown sugar reduction, aromatic bitters, pretty standard for an Old Fashion. Our table had a beautiful view of the lagoon and the dancing fountain. We chatted a bit while we took a look at the menu. My wife decided on the Buffalo Fried Chicken Cobb Salad. It was made up of buttermilk fried chicken, chopped romaine, diced tomatoes, cucumbers, sliced egg, smoked cheddar, red onion, applewood bacon, avocado, with jalapeño ranch dressing. Looking at the description, she was already smiling! I decided on the New York Strip Steak Frites, rare. It sounded SO good. The platted comprised of Allen Brothers' Certified Black Angus, famous Entrecôte sauce and battered fries. I had to lookup what Entrecôte sauce is. It is a rich and creamy steak sauce, traditionally served with entrecôte (or rib eye) steak, often in French bistros. It's known for its distinctive green color and flavors, featuring a blend of herbs, anchovies, mustard, and lemon juice. The sauce is a classic pairing for steak frites, a popular French dish. It sounded GREAT! I also ordered a side salad with their Buttermilk Bleu Cheese Dressing. One of the kitchen food expeditors showed up with my side salad. It was massive and piled high in the bowl. Awesome dressing and a great salad, albeit a bit messy to eat. Everything kept falling out of the bowl. After a short period, Alissa, our server stopped by to give us an update that our entrees were almost ready. One of the managers also stopped by our table for a visit and welcome us to "The Finch." He asked how everything was and if our server was taking care of us. We said all is well. One thing that stood out was the professionalism of the staff and management. Shortly, Alissa delivered our entrees to our table. What a beautiful presentation! My wife loved her salad. The Buffalo Chicken was hot and spicy just like she liked it. My New York Strip Steak was cooked to a perfect rare. The Entrecôte sauce was a perfect pairing to the steak and fries. Both of our entrees were SO delicious. We weren't planning on dessert, but Alissa came by with the menu letting us know that we get a complimentary piece of New York Style Cheesecake topped with strawberries since it was our anniversary. But when we looked at the menu and saw the Madagascar Vanilla Crème Brûlée, we couldn't turn it down as well. My wife ordered an Irish Coffee, and I ordered an Expresso Martini to enjoy with our desserts. Both of our dessert cocktails were very delicious and beautiful to behold. The cheesecake was smooth and silky, but the star was the Madagascar Vanilla Crème Brûlée. It was one of the best Brûlées we've ever tasted. Thank you to the wonderful staff and management for making our anniversary dinner very memorable. We'll be back again sometime soon. read more

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A long awaited visit to the Finch. It was a decent experience as a first timer. The server Brian was attentive, easy to communicate with and he understood my "jokes". I ordered a half rack of ribs. The sweet potato fries won me over! I would have liked to see a dessert à la mode on the menu. (I use ice cream as the reason why I get dessert.) An oatmeal cookie coffee was ordered for an after dinner treat. To be honest, it was more of a strong coffee with cinnamon rather than oatmeal cookie. read more

The Finch - Dessert menu - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

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Frequent in this place several times while in the area and was always happy with the service, the menu option, and the quality of the food. The drinks were amazing as well. Really enjoyed the atmosphere. read more

We came here to watch the fountain show and wanted to grab a bite. Love the decor and interior of the restaurant. The service was ok nothing special as other reviews suggested. We grabbed the volcano shrimp and the grilled chicken sandwich and both were really good. Also prices were quite reasonable read more

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For a Monday night, the Finch was packed. Our server Ravae,was amazing. She informed us of all of the specials and that the menu would be changing to new items on December 1st. She gave great recommendations and she was able to change noodles for my guest on the Cajun pasta. I ordered the Arctic char via her suggestion and it was delicious! We both started out with drinks and their drinks never disappoint! We ended with the apple cheesecake which was delicious as well. My friend had never been there before and she said the Ambiance was top tier. This is always my go-to spot which is not too far from where I live not too far from where she works it is always a great Meetup for drinks, appetizers, or delicious meals. I will definitely be back! read more

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Had a Great experience! The drinks were made well and appetizers/side were good. The ambiance was beautiful and chilled. Our server did great in recommending the drinks ( martini flight, finch espresso martini, and Paloma) read more

The Finch - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

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Awesome food! Great Place! Loved it!!! Mark was a Fantastic server ! Thank you Mark for a fabulous experience! read more

First off, The Finch was offering brunch for Mother's Day and you did get a complimentary mimosa. I'll also note that I visited for Easter brunch previously, and the food was amazing, the staff was amazing, and my waitress Alicia made the experience great. At that time, brunch was around $40-$45 and I truly enjoyed myself. This time for Mother's Day, it was the exact same food, but the price jumped to about $55 per person. Everything was going well until my daughter asked for a to-go container for a slice of pie. After that, the manager, Joe, walked up to our table of eight adults and two children and literally rolled his eyes and stared us down for what felt like 10-15 minutes. I would normally give courtesy to our waiter, but instead of helping, he sat there with the manager talking negatively while we were still dining. I can't even remember his name, but he appeared very unkempt. Meanwhile, the table next to us had two girls dining, and he continuously checked on them asking if they were ready to go or needed anything else before leaving. We arrived around 1 PM and by 2 PM we were already getting death stares from management, as if we had overstayed our welcome. We were not even there for two full hours, yet the entire experience felt rushed and uncomfortable. On top of a $513 bill, we still left an $80 tip, only to feel stared down over asking for one small to-go box for pie. Also worth mentioning: there are only TWO bathroom stalls while they are serving what looked like well over 150 people during brunch service, so the wait for the restroom alone was ridiculous. The food was still good, but the hospitality completely changed my opinion of this place. Prices went up, service went down, and the atmosphere felt very unwelcoming compared to Easter brunch. I'll gladly take my money back to downtown Dallas restaurants instead. read more

Slow. Had to ask another waiter for service. Food was meh for $120 for 2. Great bar if that is what you are after.

I was finally able to try The Finch and it really didnt meet all the hype and expectations I had. Ha ha The cusomer service was great. It was a Saturday night so it was packed but we only waited about 5 minutes and were seated. We were immediately served water and the waitress got our drink order. We had appetizers and they were ok. The oysters were great....another person in my party ordered them...yuck! I had the chicken pot stickers. They were ok. I probably wont be back because it is pricey and the food seemed only mediocre to me. Parking is a little challenging on and busy night. Great area to hang out in though! read more

The Finch - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

I am writing to share feedback regarding my recent dining experience at your establishment which was intended to celebrate my birthday with my guests. Upon our arrival, a notably strong and pervasive vinegar aroma was present throughout the dining area, particularly emanating from the bar. This odor persisted for an extended period, approximately 25 to 30 minutes, and unfortunately caused significant discomfort, including a headache for myself. While a staff member clarified that this was due to preparations for a new cocktail launch next week, its intensity and duration were quite disruptive to the initial ambiance of our celebration. Despite this unusual start, and having received varied prior comments from acquaintances regarding your cuisine, we proceeded with our dinner plans, given the special occasion and the size of our party. However, the culinary aspect of our visit proved to be disappointing for several guests. Three members of my party found their dishes to be unsatisfactory and subsequently returned them. A further concern arose regarding food preparation, specifically an indication of potential cross-contamination. I was informed that individuals with seafood allergies may face risks, particularly with fried items. This is a serious matter that warrants transparent communication to ensure the safety and well-being of all patrons. While the aesthetic design of your restaurant is undeniably impressive and contributes positively to the atmosphere, the collective experience regarding the initial sensory disruption, the quality of the food, and the safety concerns regrettably overshadowed the visual appeal. I hope this feedback is received constructively, as I believe addressing these points could significantly enhance the overall guest experience. read more

Went to The Finch in Grand Prairie for happy hour and loved the overcast vibes with a great view. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Tried the happy hour meatballs and volcano rock shrimp -- both delicious! Paired it with a refreshing cucumber-lime spritz mocktail. Perfect spot for good bites and chill vibes. read more

The Finch - Volcano Rock Shrimp Meatballs Cucumber Lime Spritz - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

Came for lunch to celebrate my mom's birthday. The service was wonderful, the drinks were great, and the food was decent. We had a nice time overall, but for the price, I'm not sure I'd come back. Still, it was a great spot and beautiful views. If you come for dinner, you can catch a nice view of the water show outside. read more

Get here quick and ask for Jonah as your server! He was a delight. He knows the menu, makes recommendations and we had a few laughs with him. I came with a couple of friends to celebrate one of them getting a new job. Food was great and the volcano sauce is to die for! We had the volcano shrimp as an appetizer and it's a good size to share with a group. I had the honey sriracha salmon and it was wonderful. My friends got the chicken fried chicken (gravy on the side and a side of the volcano sauce) and the braised short rib, which was Jonah's suggestion. She said the meat was so tender and delicious. The restaurant is beautiful and our table gave us a great view do the water show without having to go outside. Which is great because this is Texas and it's still hot after dark lol read more

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Our waitress Stephanie was super sweet! We made it just in time to grab a few things from their Happy Hour menu! I hadn't been to their HH before and their menu selection is small but everything we tried was really good and the portions were shareable. They have a pretty decent main menu but those items were just ok. We all got a few different things to sample. The shrimp scampi pasta is a nice portion but it could have a few more noodles and garlic with a little less lemon. The mac and cheese was bland, nothing really memorable with that. The Brussel spouts were a hit. Crispy and very flavorful. The bread was just ok. If it had been warmer with some butter, that would have been yummy. The Buffalo Chicken salad had nice portions of chicken and it was very flavorful. The red onions were small chopped pieces and I wished they had been rings instead. The French Onion soup had the right amount of cheese, onions and croutons but was sorely lacking in depth of flavor. For the price, it wasn't worth it. It tasted watery and like Lipton Onion soup mix. It was one of the reasons I wanted to go there. It's challenging to find a good French Onion soup outside of Dallas. The drinks were just decent. The Cowboy Queso was mid, the quac wasn't as tasty. Didn't get to try anything on the dessert menu but I would visit again to try their Brunch or HH. read more

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Love the food options great drinks as well. Recommend reservations because tables fill up fast.

Food , service and welcome at the host stand was great . Jonah gave great warm and friendly service. Recommend the blackened red fish and it did not disappoint. He kept his cordial essences the entire night we were well taken care of . The tuna rice appetizer was amazing as well . If I can return with Jonah's service and another great meal definitely would be returning with my beautiful lady friend . Awesome night great service at The Finch . read more

The Finch - This was the blackens red fish speaks for itself - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

---Update 12/24/2024 It is time for an updated review. The Finch Grand Prairie is not what it used to be. I hate to downgrade my review but this restaurant is nothing like it was when it opened. I have given it a few chances but lately I have always left disappointed. The food is just ok. I used to leave wowed by the food but now I just feel like it is mediocre. I am not sure what has changed but something has. The service is also lacking. The server may come by once or twice but I generally have to flag them down to get another drink or a refill on my water. Additionally, in the last meal we had, we were brought food that required a spoon, soup and creme brulee, neither time did the server provide us with a spoon without us asking. I just can't recommend the Finch any longer. I wish the food and service went back to the way it was when it opened. read more

We took our puppy here and sat in the patio and the staff was very welcoming of the pup. They made sure he had a water bowl and filled it accordingly. The patio gave us a front seat row to the light show that plays every 30min. But go when the sun is down, it's especially inviting (wink). The food was pretty delicious. We had an appetizer and an entree and would definitely eat here again if ever in the area. We also had a couple of drinks and sampled the martini special. Delicious'. The prices are very reasonable and the location allowed for large groups inside or outside. read more

The Finch - Waiting for the light show - Seafood Near Me - Grand Prairie, Texas

We enjoyed ourselves. Our table wasn't ready at the time of our reservation and it took a bit for someone to come to our table; however once the evening started we enjoyed ourselves. The ambiance was nice; clean lines and neutral colors. The children enjoyed the trees throughout. The food and drinks were really good. The chicken bites and pot stickers were delicious. I was actually impressed at how delicious the chicken bites were. The caramel and expresso martini were yummy too. I enjoyed my Brussels and rock shrimp too. I sampled my son's ribs and sweet potato fries and really enjoyed them. The children loved their salmon too The park area in the back with shooting colored lights was really cool. The children and adults alike enjoyed it. read more

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