| ambiance |
100.0% positive |
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Great food, atmosphere and service ”
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The atmosphere was lovely and we were seated right away outside on a nice early evening. ”
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The ambience is lovely, huge windows that open when warm, outdoor seating when the weather permits, and a slightly elevated lounge area that's great to hang out with friends. ”
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Nice decor, somewhat comfortable seating, with an elevated seating/lounge area that had a couple of couches where a two couples were having a grand ole time. ”
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highly recommend Locale if you are looking for a good night out or brunch and where price is less important than atmosphere, service, and quality food. ”
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Very pleased with the Locale - great ambiance, very friendly. ”
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The hostess is always welcoming and the bartenders are friendly and fun to talk with. ”
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will definetly dine there again and recommend it to anyone looking for great food, service, and atmosphere. ”
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Locale has a great atmosphere with different seating options--an intimate table for two, the bar, the lounge area with comfy seats--great for big parties. ”
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Because the service and atmosphere was so great I came back for Sunday brunch. ”
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Great food - nice atmosphere ”
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Add in the knowledgeable and attentive staff, and the amazing ambiance, (we love the window tables) this place is a standout in Astoria. ”
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The music is always appropriate for the atmosphere and the staff is friendly and approachable. ”
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Vibe is cozy and elegant. ”
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The ambiance is wonderful once you get past the cramped quarters and the food is ok, not great. ”
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have always loved the decor and the drinks. ”
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The decor is modern chic, but my friends and I find it to be a great place to relax and unwind on a weekend night, or for brunch. ”
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| dessert |
100.0% positive |
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had a chocolate martini that looked like something from a magazine and tasted so amazing words cant even describe! ”
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didnt have the pleasure of eating there yet, but the food and especially the desserts looked (and smelled) amazing. ”
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| drinks |
100.0% positive |
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If you order a bottle of wine and bottle of water prepare to balance your main course on your nose. ”
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We found this to be incredibly rude, as we actually were going to order more drinks. ”
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Their menu is good, their wine list is good and the service is good. ”
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Avoid sitting at the bar the service it very slow, although the great service we had at our table in the restaurant almost made up for that. ”
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house salad that came with plenty of goat cheese (yum), mussels which were very fresh, and fried zucchini which was surprisingly light and not greasy like your average bar food. ”
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The food was incredible, the drinks were amazing and everyone was soooo nice! ”
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have always loved the decor and the drinks. ”
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Locale has a great atmosphere with different seating options--an intimate table for two, the bar, the lounge area with comfy seats--great for big parties. ”
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The salads are palatable and the drinks are fine but that is all I would suggest. ”
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bar/lounge. Our dinner was so good, we wound up going back the next afternoon to try the brunch. ”
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The food is very good and they have a decent selection with special fish and meat dishes every night plus a pretty large wine selection. ”
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the bartender makes truly perfect drinks. ”
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Anyway, wine selection is great, food is nice and worth it. ”
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The bartenders made great drinks while we waited for our table, the staff was very friendly and attentive. ”
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| food quality |
98.3899974822998% positive |
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The food is consistently well-prepared and fresh, with a good balance of menu favourites and daily specials, including salads, sandwiches, and pasta courses. ”
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Great food - nice atmosphere ”
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Honestly I've read aimray's comment about this place and think she's a complete idiot who has absolutely no taste in great food. ”
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house salad that came with plenty of goat cheese (yum), mussels which were very fresh, and fried zucchini which was surprisingly light and not greasy like your average bar food. ”
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The food was AMAZING! ”
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Best creme brulee! ”
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It's reasonably priced (although I wish there was an unlimited mimosa special) and the food has never disappointed me. ”
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love the food! ”
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We each had a chicken dish with fresh veggies and excellent melt-in-your-mouth mashed potatoes. ”
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Great food, atmosphere and service ”
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The ambiance is wonderful once you get past the cramped quarters and the food is ok, not great. ”
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great place, food, and people! ”
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The bread they give you at the beginning was amazing. ”
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Also, restaurants usually have no problem letting people finish or giving them a reasonable amount of time to enjoy their food before shooing them out. ”
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Anyway, wine selection is great, food is nice and worth it. ”
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Foods really good, the creme brulee is a must! ”
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The food there is consistantly good. ”
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Our service and food were great and on top of everything, the music wasnt too loud so we could actually have a conversation without having to yell. ”
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Pretty neighborhood spot - but food is bad ”
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The pear martini and the mojitos were particularly delicious. ”
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The food is very good and they have a decent selection with special fish and meat dishes every night plus a pretty large wine selection. ”
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The seats are great for having a cocktail but deadly when trying to have a meal. ”
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The service was great, the food was very tasty. ”
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will definetly dine there again and recommend it to anyone looking for great food, service, and atmosphere. ”
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highly recommend Locale if you are looking for a good night out or brunch and where price is less important than atmosphere, service, and quality food. ”
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didnt have the pleasure of eating there yet, but the food and especially the desserts looked (and smelled) amazing. ”
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was born in Florence, Italy and this place has truly reminded me how amazing Italian food is. ”
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The food was incredible, the drinks were amazing and everyone was soooo nice! ”
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we were seated promptly, the bloody marys were perfect with celery and spice, and the food was simply delicious! ”
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the food is always great! ”
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| menu variety |
83.33000183105469% positive |
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really like the look of the restaurant, but the menu never impressed me very much. ”
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Anyway, wine selection is great, food is nice and worth it. ”
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Their menu is good, their wine list is good and the service is good. ”
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It wasn't overpriced, but there are so many other amazing Astoria restaurants that are doing exciting things with their menu. ”
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If this place was on Park Ave, the menu would probably be MUCH more expensive, but thank God it's not. ”
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The food is consistently well-prepared and fresh, with a good balance of menu favourites and daily specials, including salads, sandwiches, and pasta courses. ”
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Locale has a great atmosphere with different seating options--an intimate table for two, the bar, the lounge area with comfy seats--great for big parties. ”
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The food is very good and they have a decent selection with special fish and meat dishes every night plus a pretty large wine selection. ”
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They also have a great specialty cocktail menu and daily specials. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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This is a great place to hang out in astoria! ”
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great place, food, and people! ”
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Avoid sitting at the bar the service it very slow, although the great service we had at our table in the restaurant almost made up for that. ”
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This is the best place for a good healthy dinner! ”
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The decor is modern chic, but my friends and I find it to be a great place to relax and unwind on a weekend night, or for brunch. ”
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| service |
87.93000221252441% positive |
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highly recommend Locale if you are looking for a good night out or brunch and where price is less important than atmosphere, service, and quality food. ”
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Waiter was knowledgeable and attentive. ”
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The music is always appropriate for the atmosphere and the staff is friendly and approachable. ”
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It was also the first time in my life that I've ever actually given a BAD tip based on poor service. ”
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Because the service and atmosphere was so great I came back for Sunday brunch. ”
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Great food, atmosphere and service ”
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the bartender makes truly perfect drinks. ”
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Avoid sitting at the bar the service it very slow, although the great service we had at our table in the restaurant almost made up for that. ”
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They have had one or two good waiters/waitress' but they have gone down hill since. ”
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And once agian, the service was friendly and good-looking must be a job requirement. ”
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The service was great, the food was very tasty. ”
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Their menu is good, their wine list is good and the service is good. ”
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The service 15/30 was awful but the other 15 were great. ”
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Our service and food were great and on top of everything, the music wasnt too loud so we could actually have a conversation without having to yell. ”
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great place, food, and people! ”
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will definetly dine there again and recommend it to anyone looking for great food, service, and atmosphere. ”
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The several pubs and bars I have tried on broadway were too noisy and with awful service! ”
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Add in the knowledgeable and attentive staff, and the amazing ambiance, (we love the window tables) this place is a standout in Astoria. ”
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The bartenders made great drinks while we waited for our table, the staff was very friendly and attentive. ”
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Very pleased with the Locale - great ambiance, very friendly. ”
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the only thing is the service half the time is awful. ”
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The waiter was wonderful and very helpful. ”
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We didn't feel rushed at all and the service was good too. ”
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was told by the friendly (and good-looking) bartender that when the weather is nice, there is outside seating available. ”
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The hostess is always welcoming and the bartenders are friendly and fun to talk with. ”
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Nice lighting, pleasant music, nice staff. ”
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The service is absolutely wonderful and very accommodating. ”
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We found this to be incredibly rude, as we actually were going to order more drinks. ”
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Also, restaurants usually have no problem letting people finish or giving them a reasonable amount of time to enjoy their food before shooing them out. ”
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| value |
83.33000183105469% positive |
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The ambience is lovely, huge windows that open when warm, outdoor seating when the weather permits, and a slightly elevated lounge area that's great to hang out with friends. ”
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If you are looking for a huge greasy breakfast, go to one of astorias many diners, not here--Locale is way more classy! ”
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Anyway, wine selection is great, food is nice and worth it. ”
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highly recommend Locale if you are looking for a good night out or brunch and where price is less important than atmosphere, service, and quality food. ”
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It wasn't overpriced, but there are so many other amazing Astoria restaurants that are doing exciting things with their menu. ”
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If this place was on Park Ave, the menu would probably be MUCH more expensive, but thank God it's not. ”
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| wait time |
100.0% positive |
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Avoid sitting at the bar the service it very slow, although the great service we had at our table in the restaurant almost made up for that. ”
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