11/07/09

All around bad...

by klwsoprano

My boyfriend and I recently took my parents to The Rock Center Cafe while they were visiting from out of state. As an experienced server, I was anticipating a great experience at this touristy, pseudo-busy restaurant during skating season. We showed up at 5:30 for our reservation and we were seated immediately next to the window, as I had requested. Our server approached us after putting his Blackberry phone away in his apron, and seemed annoyed that we were there. No smile, no welcome. Tried to sell us wine by the glass immediately. His suggestions seemed memorized and lacked character. In fact, it was difficult to understand him because it seemed like he didn't have a grasp of the English language. After we ordered, he left and we didn't see him again until we were having our entrees. At that time, I gave him a coffee mug back because it had a crack in it. He was annoyed to have to take care of this. It was a nice environment to watch the skaters, the food was decent, but the service was terrible. The Organic Chicken with creamed spinach is great. Salmon is o.k. Maybe try the steak. And ask for a server with personality.

• Pros: Skating Rink Show
• Cons: Lack of service, no personality, no friendliness

07/22/09

Don't waste your money

by FoozGrind

Ok, I am not one to really complain about dinners but I was here with my younger brother Mid July and we decided on having a nice dinner at a fancy place. Well this dinner cost a ton of money. For 2 Sirlon steaks (14oz only) and 2 ceaser salads and 2 drinks with 1 refill it was about $120 bucks before the tip. The steak had no taste. It was simply grilled (and to chewy to cut) with butter sauce on it. The menu said creamy mashed potatoes. Well mashed potatoes are my favorite dish and these tasted like instant potatoes. A side ceaser salad cost 12 bucks! Maybe i just went on a bad day, but the food tasted better at McDonalds.

• Pros: Atmospher
• Cons: Food

01/17/09

A Bit Pricey but Worth the Show (in Winter)

by wynbrgr

Who needs a fancy show when you can watch skaters fly by, tumble and fall (but not get hurt!).

The food and atmosphere here is always good. The prime rib was generous, done to perfection and the twice baked potatoe an unexpected surprise. The food is a bit pricey but, like with all of the Patina restaurants, you get quality for that price.

Request a table near the ice rink (in winter) for a fun filled couple of hours. The restaurant even offers a "turn to skate" dinner package that features your meal and a private skate session on the famed "rock" rink.

• Pros: Fun to watch others skate and food is very good
• Cons: Some may find it too pricey for their budgets