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Walrus And Carpenter

Walrus And Carpenter

2895 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport, CT 06605-3211, United States

Japanese • American • Barbecue • Pub Kitchen


"So LRoth and I randomly wandered in here one night after some Christmas shopping. They were decently busy so we got seated on some high tops at the bar. The place is cozy with eclectic decor in a good way not a cheesy knick knack way. The pork belly burnt ends were amazing. Tender and flavorful. Pairing with pickles helps cut through the fat and savoriness with acidity. We also tried the poutine fries. Gravy had amazing flavor. Fries were crispy. Lack of cheese was not an issue. We tried the Thanksgiving sandwich and the fried chicken sandwich. Turkey was a bit dry on the Thanksgiving sandwich, and it didn't hit with a ton of flavor. The fried chicken sandwich was delicious. Great crisp with great flavor in the breading. Corn bread with the butter was fantastic. Mac and cheese was so creamy with a night crust. We did come two days later. Tried the pulled pork sandwich, which was amazing. Juicy and tender pork with great flavor. We also got shrimp and grits. Grits were creamy but the sauce/gravy to grits ratio was too high. Definitely needed more grits to thin out the sauce. We also got a side of biscuits. These were okay. A bit heavy on the breading and not as crumbly as I would've liked. Felt more like bread than a biscuit. For dessert, we got a chocolate pecan pie. So flavorful without being overwhelmingly sweet. Over all, a place I'd recommend trying!"

Guu With Otokomae Gastown

Guu With Otokomae Gastown

#105-375 Water Street Vancouver, BC V6B 5C6, V6B1B6, United States

Sushi • Asian • Japanese • Fusion / Eclectic


"I have never written a review like this before, and rarely write them at all. But this was SUCH a massive disappointment. My wife and I went to Guu when we were last in Vancouver (about 10 years ago), and absolutely loved it. We brought our teenage kids back this time, and this was the one place we HAD to take them. Wow, what a mistake. The service was just horrible. There were a couple of servers who seemed to be trying, but most just didn't care, and we continually had to wave someone down to get any sort of response (in a half-empty restaurant). One waitress took the order for half our table, then just left before taking the other orders and didn't come back. (honestly, not joking) We had to flag down someone else to finish out the order. Then my daughter's entree came out 15 minutes after everyone else's. Those were just the highlights. The food was at least a little better. One thing was inedible, but the rest of the items were at least mediocre, and one thing was pretty good. All this from our favorite restaurant in Vancouver the last time! We still wanted to get something else to eat, but decided to go for the pizza in the fridge rather than taking a chance on anything else. I know this sounds overly harsh. Everyone has an off night, and we always try to give folks a mulligan when that happens. Some of it might be tainted by the sky-high expectations going in. But very unfortunately, this felt like a systemic problem. It was a bad movie, start to finish. We won't be back."

Morning Glory Espresso

Morning Glory Espresso

101 Fontaine Blvd, Colorado Springs I-80911-2110, United States

Coffee • Drinks • Cocktail • Breakfast


"In response to the owner: So, you're suggesting that a Keurig is a decent substitute for your coffee? At least you're being honest. I have an espresso machine at home that works just fine—would that be a better alternative? It’s quite bold of you to admit that the water quality you use is subpar for your coffee. While I feel I may have been a bit condescending, I'm curious about your intention with that response. Are customers not allowed to express their ongoing frustrations without you taking it personally? Or did my feedback hit a little too close to home for you, resulting in that defensiveness? Perhaps this isn't a new issue, and you simply haven't found a solution yet. None of that is my fault; it's a reflection of your business shortcomings. You've identified hard water as a problem that is affecting your sales, and your current attempts to address it have been inconsistent. Instead of becoming defensive about what is arguably the most honest review you'll receive, consider approaching it differently. Far from wishing ill for your business, I want you to succeed. A good coffee shop can even enhance property values! My complaint lies in the noticeable decline in your shop's reliability over the last two years. It used to be a part of my calm mornings, but now, when I and other customers wait in line—whether before work or on a weekend—we often face a sheepish apology and a suggestion for an Americano instead. It's not my responsibility as a customer to deal with the unreliable equipment you provide; that’s your concern. Being dismissive towards someone who's been a loyal customer for six years will not improve your situation. People can take my one-star review or leave it as they see fit, but the reputation of your establishment is on the line. Is your course of action really to blame the city's water quality and suggest a Keurig? If you feel confident enough to treat customers that way, your economic situation must not be too dire. Meanwhile, other businesses are thriving and are looking for dependable spots to get coffee that complements their peaceful mornings. If only there was a way for both parties to benefit! For now, though, my extra income will be spent elsewhere. It's a real disappointment to see how things have turned out."