| ambiance |
79.16999816894531% positive |
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For me, the raw bar and specialty cocktails are the highlights, and if you sit in the bar area around sunset, it's a nice view of the museum. ”
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We were seated outside, and it was a great atmosphere for a nice dinner. ”
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Service, ambiance and food were all great. ”
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Excellent atmosphere for romance ”
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If you love seafood and great ambience, then this is a must! ”
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Bad service, nice location try Blue Water Grill instead ”
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We prefer the cozy bar area and usually order a full meal and eat it right at the bar or at one of the cozy little tables. ”
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The service was horrible, the food was average at best and the atmosphere was just as average. ”
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The atmosphere shines with celebrities, twinkles with romantic lighting, and is surrounded with mouth-watering aromas of delicious food. ”
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I've been tempted by the great location for outdoor dining more than once, but the food has always been terrible and the service even worse. ”
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Ocean brings to the West Side what many restaurants have tried but failed to do - a fresh and diverse menu, excellent presentation, pristine service and an elegant and spacious atmosphere. ”
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Great location, Fresh seafood ”
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| dessert |
83.33000183105469% positive |
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Try the chocolate fondue for dessert - excellent! ”
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The entre's were tasteless, the desserts had to much alcohol which ruined them & the waitress spilled more of the champagne on the table cloth than in the glass. ”
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The prices are about 25-40 for an entree, not too bad, although a bit pricey when you add in the appetizers/salads, drinks and desserts, but it is well worth it! ”
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the best shrimp dumplings and crab cakes. ”
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When asked what he recommended his reply " everything is good choose something" same answer when it came to ordering dessert. ”
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We shared there carrot cake, which was delicious as well. ”
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| drinks |
96.66999816894531% positive |
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The prices are about 25-40 for an entree, not too bad, although a bit pricey when you add in the appetizers/salads, drinks and desserts, but it is well worth it! ”
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For me, the raw bar and specialty cocktails are the highlights, and if you sit in the bar area around sunset, it's a nice view of the museum. ”
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excellent raw bar. ”
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We had to wait a short time in the bar, and the bartender gave good wine recommendations and even let us taste a couple of choices before we ordered. ”
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The tuna with wontons is by far one of the best dishes in the city, the raw bar fantastic and the sushi chef specials are a great way to start. ”
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best raw bar ”
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it's the best raw bar! ”
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Very nice bar inside. ”
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The jumbo shrimp cocktail was very good, but I wish I would have gotten the raw bar sampler I saw on other tables. ”
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We prefer the cozy bar area and usually order a full meal and eat it right at the bar or at one of the cozy little tables. ”
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| food quality |
79.43999767303467% positive |
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The pineapple rice was a nice compliment to the fish. ”
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Everybody I was with had fish and everyone loved their meal. ”
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The atmosphere shines with celebrities, twinkles with romantic lighting, and is surrounded with mouth-watering aromas of delicious food. ”
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The service was horrible, the food was average at best and the atmosphere was just as average. ”
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If you love seafood and great ambience, then this is a must! ”
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My favorite fish entree is salmon with pumpkin ravioli, though my boyfriend swears by the tuna, or the steak. ”
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Good food with noise at full volume ”
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Part of this was due to sitting outside on a perfect summer night, but the food was delicious and the service good. ”
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dine here 3-4 times a month, and in my experience the service and quality of the food has been consistantly good. ”
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Ocean brings to the West Side what many restaurants have tried but failed to do - a fresh and diverse menu, excellent presentation, pristine service and an elegant and spacious atmosphere. ”
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Our fish was very fresh and flavorful. ”
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the best shrimp dumplings and crab cakes. ”
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Fish was fresh and delicious and service was great. ”
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Great location, Fresh seafood ”
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Place was okay, the food was definitely not worth the money, however the appetizers were good, we had the jumbo shrimp and oysters. ”
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The tuna with wontons is by far one of the best dishes in the city, the raw bar fantastic and the sushi chef specials are a great way to start. ”
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bad food, good service ”
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Service, ambiance and food were all great. ”
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The french fries that came with it were cut so small(smaller then a cheese greater) and unseasoned that they were like stale bread or card board. ”
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Erin the manager greeted us like family (as always), and we had a fabulous server in Steve, who guided us to some great special appetizers before we shared the soft shell crab. ”
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The food is awesome. ”
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My french toast was cold and gummy. ”
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The food, though when made properly, was good. ”
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Excellent sushi, the mahi mahi is wonderful. ”
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My lobster salad was delicious. ”
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This is a great place for a family meal. ”
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Great food! ”
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We prefer the cozy bar area and usually order a full meal and eat it right at the bar or at one of the cozy little tables. ”
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Both were tasty, and the spinach gnocchi with the sauces and veges was great! ”
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We shared there carrot cake, which was delicious as well. ”
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definate recommendation to those who enjoy seafood and a quality dining experience. ”
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My food was excellent but my dates was a little cold. ”
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Went there last night with family in town, it's always reliable with excellent food and great service. ”
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I've been tempted by the great location for outdoor dining more than once, but the food has always been terrible and the service even worse. ”
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The food was BAD- and i have eaten here before and liked it. ”
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Food is fresh and good if you do not mind clanging, banging, dozens of people taking at full volume. ”
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Even their cabernet is delicious. ”
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Waiter kept talking at full voice to pepole at next table for most of our meal. ”
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There are decent selections if you are a seafood person, but not a lot if you aren't! ”
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The food itself was good. ”
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I've been to Ocean a lot of times and the food is always great! ”
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He didn't show up till after the meal with the check at which point I had eaten it since the rest of my food was so bad and I was hungry. ”
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got a bowl of the tomato bisk and the worst sandwich I have had in a long time. ”
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Try the chocolate fondue for dessert - excellent! ”
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Food is very good especially the shell fish. ”
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it was a good dish. ”
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The food was really good, especially if you're in the mood for an elegant sea food dinner. ”
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great fish place ”
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The meal was really expensive & totally underwhelming. ”
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We had the sushi appetizer special which was just delicious and perfect for two. ”
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excellent meal, price and service = all around winner ”
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The crispy shrimp appetizer was flavorful and ample, and I had the short rib ravioli with scallops and mushroom gravy. ”
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never see a nasty wait staff no where like in your restaurant i'm sorry but it was terrible experience the food it was exelent but cause the service i'll never come back ”
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After we got seated, the service was good, but the food, surprisingly, was not! ”
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The jumbo shrimp cocktail was very good, but I wish I would have gotten the raw bar sampler I saw on other tables. ”
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Once I got my spoon, the bisque was quite tasty. ”
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nice neighborhood seafood grill ”
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My friends' dishes also did not look good. ”
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I'm not much of a fish eater, but the dishes here were delicious--not to mention beautiful. ”
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Ironically, they have good chicken. ”
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| menu variety |
66.66999816894531% positive |
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Ocean brings to the West Side what many restaurants have tried but failed to do - a fresh and diverse menu, excellent presentation, pristine service and an elegant and spacious atmosphere. ”
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Wait service is excellent, courteous, knowledgable of menu and it's items and worth the visit. ”
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There are decent selections if you are a seafood person, but not a lot if you aren't! ”
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He had poor knowledge of the menu. ”
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We had to wait a short time in the bar, and the bartender gave good wine recommendations and even let us taste a couple of choices before we ordered. ”
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They also have a great lounge area where you can relax and eat, it's full menu service. ”
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| overall |
100.0% positive |
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This is a great place for a family meal. ”
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great UWS restaurant! ”
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great fish place ”
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this is one of my favorite restarant even though i live in east villege, i go all the way to columbus avenue only because of this restaurant. ”
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Service is always great, down to earth, the place just feels like home. ”
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This has got to be my new favorite restaurant! ”
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| return potential |
0.0% positive |
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never see a nasty wait staff no where like in your restaurant i'm sorry but it was terrible experience the food it was exelent but cause the service i'll never come back ”
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| service |
68.6899995803833% positive |
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After we got seated, the service was good, but the food, surprisingly, was not! ”
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The staff was friendly and helpful, not always a given in NYC. ”
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bad food, good service ”
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The service was warm and friendly but arms-length enough to not be overbearing. ”
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Food is fresh and good if you do not mind clanging, banging, dozens of people taking at full volume. ”
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Service was good and friendly. ”
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excellent meal, price and service = all around winner ”
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The waiter and staff was attentive and had terrific suggestions. ”
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Erin the manager greeted us like family (as always), and we had a fabulous server in Steve, who guided us to some great special appetizers before we shared the soft shell crab. ”
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They also have a great lounge area where you can relax and eat, it's full menu service. ”
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Wait service is excellent, courteous, knowledgable of menu and it's items and worth the visit. ”
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I've been a few times when it was crowded and servers weren't as good, but we were there early so it wasn't as packed and everyone was very attentive. ”
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The entre's were tasteless, the desserts had to much alcohol which ruined them & the waitress spilled more of the champagne on the table cloth than in the glass. ”
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Waiter talked at full voice to people at next table while he served us. ”
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it is absolutely fabulous and the manager is nice too ”
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Not only did we wait a half hour past our reservation time for a table, but our waiter got "pissy" when we didn't order alcohol. ”
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Fish was fresh and delicious and service was great. ”
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Part of this was due to sitting outside on a perfect summer night, but the food was delicious and the service good. ”
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do not take friends here because the service is uncomfortable and embarrassing. ”
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The waiters are very attentive to your every need and the music is varied including some upbeat rythms. ”
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Wonderful service=Great evening ”
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Excellent service - not too overbearing. ”
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Ocean brings to the West Side what many restaurants have tried but failed to do - a fresh and diverse menu, excellent presentation, pristine service and an elegant and spacious atmosphere. ”
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I've been tempted by the great location for outdoor dining more than once, but the food has always been terrible and the service even worse. ”
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The service was horrible, the food was average at best and the atmosphere was just as average. ”
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never see a nasty wait staff no where like in your restaurant i'm sorry but it was terrible experience the food it was exelent but cause the service i'll never come back ”
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dine here 3-4 times a month, and in my experience the service and quality of the food has been consistantly good. ”
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Additionally the server was more than happy to offer her opinion and suggestions as to what my friend and I might enjoy. ”
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Bad service, nice location try Blue Water Grill instead ”
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We had to wait a short time in the bar, and the bartender gave good wine recommendations and even let us taste a couple of choices before we ordered. ”
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Went there last night with family in town, it's always reliable with excellent food and great service. ”
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Our waitress was very attentive and made for a really wonderful evening. ”
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Our server was knowledgeable ane very pleasent. ”
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| value |
90.0% positive |
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Wait service is excellent, courteous, knowledgable of menu and it's items and worth the visit. ”
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The portions were the perfect size for me--not too big and definitely not too small. ”
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The meal was really expensive & totally underwhelming. ”
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We both had the Wasabi crusted tuna which was magnificent and a generous portion. ”
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The prices are about 25-40 for an entree, not too bad, although a bit pricey when you add in the appetizers/salads, drinks and desserts, but it is well worth it! ”
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Place was okay, the food was definitely not worth the money, however the appetizers were good, we had the jumbo shrimp and oysters. ”
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The total bill wasn't cheap, but was fair for an excellent overall experience. ”
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excellent meal, price and service = all around winner ”
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This fantastic edition from the B-R Guest series of NYC restaurants (Blue Water Grill, Park Avalon, etc.) is completely worth the cost, which will definitely set you back plenty. ”
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The crusted scallops were huge, and prepared perfectely. ”
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| wait time |
0.0% positive |
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The turkey in the club was dry and so old feeling that it reminded me of when you leave your Thanksgiving leftovers in the fridge for too long and they dry out. ”
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got a bowl of the tomato bisk and the worst sandwich I have had in a long time. ”
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