Dungeness Crab Roll
The Pink Cabana

The Pink Cabana

44-985 Province Way, Indian Wells, United States Of America, INDIAN WELLS

Full • Wine • Pizza • Bar-lounge


"The Pink Cabana is lovely. However…… We made a reservation for 4 of us at 5:30 on a Sunday evening. The restaurant was was almost completely empty with servers just standing around. The VERY unfriendly Hostess told us that we couldn’t sit at one of the MANY open tables but had to sit at the bar. The other option she gave us was to sit around the fire pits. It was lightly raining outside and there were no chairs available at the fire pits. Just because we were having drinks and NOT dinner, she would not seat us at a table. Why? Do the servers not want to make money? Does the restaurant want to look pitifully empty? We reluctantly agreed to sit at the bar and a few more people came in the restaurant in the same situation as us-just wanting a cocktail. So that led to eventually many people crammed around the bar asking one bartender for drinks. A bar back then came to help but the whole situation was just awkward and unnecessary. We left after having one drink. Who’s to say if the Hostess would have just allowed people to sit at one of the many empty tables, we would have ordered more drinks, an appetizer, and then stayed for dinner? On their Open Table page, it says that there is a minimum $50 per person food and beverage charge from 5-8:30 pm. Terrible policy! It puts the Hostess in an awkward position by having to tell people about their ridiculous policy and guests getting angry and feeling awkward-and meanwhile, the restaurant remains empty."

Epic Roasthouse

Epic Roasthouse

57 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, 94111, United States Of America

Raw • Lunch • Steakhouse


"This review serves as an update to our January assessment. The wine list at EPIC Roasthouse features over 380 selections. Below, you'll find a summary of the top value options from the current list (as of March 26, 2012), evaluated based on retail prices, ratings, and producers. As always in VinoServant reviews, we display the restaurant price followed by the markup over retail, along with any applicable ratings from renowned publications (for example, the 2009 Grgich Hills Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is priced at $48 with a 2.0x markup, rated 88 points by Wine Spectator, and is one of our Top Picks at EPIC). **Key Publications Referenced:** - Burghound – BH - Connoisseurs’ Guide – CG - International Wine Cellar – IWC - VinoServant’s Top Picks – TP - Wine Advocate – WA - Wine Enthusiast – WE - Wine Spectator – WS **Top 7 Wines Under $75 a Bottle** 1. Domaine Carneros, Pompadour Rosé, Carneros, Non-Vintage - $48, 1.4x, TP 2. 2009 Grgich Hills, Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc - $48, 2.0x, WS 88, TP 3. 2009 Landmark, Overlook, Sonoma County, Chardonnay - $47, 1.9x, WA 91, TP 4. 2006 Delas Freres, Domaine des Grands Chemins, Crozes Hermitage - $40, 1.1x, WA 90, TP 5. 2008 Samsara, Ampelos Vineyards, Santa Rita Hills, Syrah - $71, 2.0x, WA 91, TP 6. 2008 Quinta do Vesuvio Pombal do Vesuvio, Douro - $50, 2.0x, WS 90, TP 7. 2005 Analog, St. Helena, Merlot - $55, 1.6x, TP **Top 7 Wines Over $75 a Bottle** 1. 2000 Dom Perignon, Brut - $212, 1.5x, WA 94, TP 2. 2010 Arietta, California, On the White Keys, Sauvignon Blanc - $86, 1.3x, WA 87, TP 3. 2006 Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains, Chardonnay - $101, 1.7x, WS 96, TP 4. 2009 Kutch Wines, McDougall Ranch, Sonoma Coast, Pinot Noir - $99, 1.7x, WA 90, TP 5. 2007 Chateau Rayas, Chateauneuf-du-Pape - $453, BELOW RETAIL, WA 97, TP 6. 2008 Ravenswood, Old Hill, Sonoma Valley, Zinfandel - $100, 1.8x, WE 95, TP 7. 2007 Prescott Ashe, The Palace, Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon - $100, 1.1x, TP **Sparkling Wines by the Bottle** Featuring 18 selections priced between $48 and $616: - 2008 Schramsberg, Blanc de Noirs, North Coast - $72, WS 91, 2.5x - 2004 Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut, Blanc de Blancs - $90, 2.5x, WS 90 **White Wines by the Bottle** A total of 104 selections, ranging from $29 to $190: - 2010 Halter Ranch, Paso Robles, Sauvignon Blanc - $42, 2.0x - 2010 Domaine Laporte, Les Duchesses, Pouilly-Fumé, Loire Valley - $48, 2.0x - 2009 Chateau de Sancerre, Loire Valley, Sancerre - $55, 2.5x, WS 88 - 2009 Prescott Ashe Estate Winery, The Palace, Napa Valley, Sauvignon Blanc - $56, 1.9x, TP - 2009 Couly-Dutheil, Les Chanteaux, Loire, Chinon, Chenin Blanc - $50, 2.3x, WS 90 - 2010 Scarpetta, Pinot Grigio - $40, 2.3x - 2008 Terrazas de los Andes, Salta, Argentina, Torrontés - $40, 2.2x, WS 87 (Additional selections detailed...) **Red Wines by the Bottle** Featuring 266 selections, ranging from $30 to $2,300: - 2008 Miura, Monterey County, Pinot Noir - $48, 1.6x, TP - 2008 Etude, Carneros, Pinot Noir - $66, 1.6x, WA 91, TP - 2009 Emeritus, Hallberg Ranch, Russian River Valley, Pinot Noir - $68, 1.5x, TP - 2008 Domaine Serene, Willamette Valley, Yamhill Cuvee, Pinot Noir - $77, 2.2x, WS 91, WA 91 (Additional selections detailed...) EPIC Roasthouse not only boasts a large selection but remains committed to providing great value and quality in its wine offerings."

New England Lobster Eatery

New England Lobster Eatery

824 Cowan Rd., Burlingame 94010, United States

Tapas • Salads • Seafood • Cocktail


"Daaaaaaaamn this shizzz is pricey but QUALITY is definitely being served.... Our party of 4 came here for lunch the recommendation of my sister boujee palate. While I've had New England Lobster Market Eatery before, this was my first time enjoying the food fresh. First and foremost, parking is an absolute nightmare. Anyone who has ever visited/dined here would agree. Don't be surprised when you left walking a block or two because people do it, and they do it with smiles on their faces. I'd happily do the trek instead of circulating repeatedly and frustratingly end up losing a close spot to someone unexpectedly. BUT!! To each their own. Seating is first come first serve but the foot traffic here is constantly flowing so it isn't too hard to find a table if you aren't picky with in or outdoor seating. Ordering food via QR code at your table or standing in line to put in your meal with live staff is also available. Lunch consisted of: Dressed Lobster Roll (2) Crab Salad Wagyu Beef Hot Dog Drinks [iced tea Blueberry Lemonade] Food: At a whopping $16, this is probably one of the more expensive hot dogs I've purchased. Lmao! Granted it was wagyu but it didn't taste much different from your average hot dog. Do I recommend it? No, but if you come equipped with a picky eater, this might be necessary. The dressed lobster rolls are packed with chunky, overflowing lobster. Flavors are great and the house-made chips and coleslaw were a nice edition to the meal. Crab lobster was light, refreshing, yet filling as well. Blueberry lemonade comes fresh muddled fruit and is highly recommended, especially on a hot day. 5/5 stars. Be prepared to spend some coins but I guarantee your tastebuds and belly will leave her happy. With the menu being so vast, you are sure to please the entire party."