The Mediterranean
Strega

Strega

100 Sylvan Rd Woburn, MA 01801-1851, United States

Pub • Steak • Italian • Bar-lounge


"I am a vegetarian with a steak-loving boyfriend, with that said I do appreciate that Strega has options for both of us. I enjoyed the italian touches and the italian ambiance in the restaurant. The restaurant, however, was definitely showing it's age. We were seated by a wall that was knicked up, and wall paper appeared to be peeling or paint chipping in areas. Our table was also very wobbly, we noticed the couple next to us was experiencing the same uncomfortable issue each time someone put an arm on the table you feared your drinks were going to tip we kept exchanging funny looks with the table next to us each time either of us accidentally forgot and came down on the table too hard. It was a packed house though (Valentine's weekend) and we were advised that the restaurant was completely booked so we didn't bother to ask to move tables. The food was fine, but I have to say compared with other boston area steakhouses I wouldn't rank it high. We started with the arancini which we both noticed was a bit dry. I ordered the Mushroom parparadelle, which enticed me due to the emphasis on truffle in the description (I am a lover of all things truffle), while the dish was good it was pretty bland no truffle flavor! I half wonder if they forgot that ingredient. It was a creamy pasta dish with some mushrooms cooked in, it was good and satisfying but lacked any wow'. My boyfriend ordered the filet mignon which he loved and sides of whipped potatoes and macaroni and cheese. The potatoes were excellent, probably my favorite item we ordered. The mac and cheese we both agreed we could have passed on as it was a bit bland also. We decided to skip on dessert as the food and ambiance weren't impressing us too much so far and service had been a bit slow, also at this price point we decided we didnt want to risk the money on another potentially so-so menu item. I will say that the cocktails and wine were excellent, we would definitely come back to the bar for drinks."

Whistle Stop Ale House

Whistle Stop Ale House

809 S. 4th Street Renton, WA 98057, 98057-2740, United States

Pubs • Fish • Soup • Pasta


"So I made a reservation here for my going away dinner I’m moving out of state because I’d had a positive experience here once before when we walked in with no reservation . But after that I received multiple calls confirming the reservation which would be fine , but it made it seem like the staff lacked communication. Then I received a call an hour before the time and basically they asked me how long my party would be there since they had a large party soon after mine basically wanting to rush us out , I’m not one to ever leave a negative review but that is just so rude especially when I’ve worked customer service ! Then, when we got there I had to pull over chairs to make sure there was enough , and they kept talking about condensing our table if a few people in our group weren’t there . It seemed like they made sure to adequately set up the next reservations table with plenty of time …At the end when we were wrapping up we saw the reservation after us come in and we were shocked to see how different the waitress was when talking to them . My colleagues noticed immediately ! I really can’t understand why she didn’t provide us with the same customer service as she did them and this whole experience was so confusing . They catered to the other party immensely ? I don’t know if they were like a high profile group or what . But , I have never had this sort or experience anywhere ! And my coworkers even urged me to leave this review"