China Palace - Piatti

Blue Window

➤ 1789 Central Ave #3088, Los Alamos, USA, 87544, United States

Piatti • Wine • Cakes • Casual • Coffee

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"I've eaten at this restaurant twice; once in August 2022, and recently, in October 2023. Both were unique experiences because during the Aug 22 visit, the restaurant was basically empty during the dinner hours and when I tried it in Oct 23 (around the same time of the day), the place was packed! Being from Las Vegas, NV, I try my best to be objective with my restaurant ratings/reviews because I've experienced some outstanding restaurants back home. Between both visits, I've tried the Crispy Calamari, Applewood Prawns, Chef's Salmon, and Harris Ranch Prime New York Strip. Out of all those choices, I really enjoyed the salmon the best. Apparently the salmon is prepared differently based on the night you visit and although I can't say how the salmon is prepared during other nights, on the night that I tried it, it was phenomenal (used a wood plank to cook the salmon). The mashed potatoes and broccolini were outstanding as well and paired with the salmon perfectly. The only complaint I have with my entrée is that I wish the salmon cut was slightly bigger almost felt like I was ordering off a kid's menu. The Applewood Prawns and Crispy Calamari were good and are great choices for appetizers. I mean, I've had better in my life, but I wouldn't ever disregard these options either. The New York Strip was slightly less than adequate; the cut definitely didn't have a good quality taste/texture as what I'm used to in Las Vegas. Also, someone in our group ordered the Chicken Marsala and I was shocked to see how much chicken was prepared with the entire entrée (contained only about 1.5 tiny pieces). The service was hit or miss. Like I mentioned earlier, during my Aug 22 visit, the restaurant was basically empty during the dinner hours and the service was very slow. My/our server rarely came around to see how our group was doing which was infuriating due to how empty the restaurant was. However, during my recent visit (Oct 23), the service was great...and this is even during the fact that majority of the tables were occupied. The price to quantity/quality ratio is reasonable; I can't determine any issues with the prices of their food and/or drinks. I'm not certain when my next visit to the area will be but if I'm ever in town, I'd be willing to try this restaurant again to see if my rating will change. Overall, this restaurant is just ok to me. Between adequate and less than adequate visits, I figured being right in the middle with my rating is respectable. If you've never tried this restaurant before, I'm still recommending it to you I believe in trying everything yourself, at least once. However, as of right now, I don't feel this restaurant is noteworthy of being highly recommended to everyone. But my opinion could change again down the road... Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–50 Food: 3 Service: 3 Atmosphere: 4"

Pajarito Brewpub Grill

➤ 782 7th St,NM 87544, United States, Los Alamos

Piatti • Pizza • Grill • Cheese • Burgers

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"after eating here, I wish I had read the reviews above all the evaluation of derek about the wings of his wife. my bison burger was the special of the day and was almost all bungalows and little meat in comparison to the bungalow. it was also extremely overpriced for what they get. After I searched the average cost for a pfund bison and compared it with what I complained and how much meat they gave me, I would say that it was a huge demolition. After telling the bartender how underwhelmed I was, she could only say that I work here because of this and not in the kitchen I will definitely not be back after this and only experience. the only positive experience was the bartender."

Viola's

➤ 1360 Trinity Dr, Los Alamos, USA, United States

Piatti • Coffee • Mexican • Breakfast • Vegetarian

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"Horrible experience, Treatment of handicap elderly lady, making her feel bad that she was in the way. No accommodations were made just sour looks and laughing. Making her feel unwelcome in an establishment that says they are about family. Shame on them. Called and spoke with the owner and instead of listening. Hangs up. Lost another customer.... They dont even deserve a star maybe a negative one."

El Parasol

➤ 1903 Central Avenue, Los Alamos, 87544, United States Of America

Piatti • Pizza • Mexican • Western • Fast Food

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"The pork tamales are outstanding! I also had the shredded beef taco, which was very tasty. I didn’t notice any alcohol available for purchase, unfortunately. However, my order was taken quickly, and the food came out fast. The dining area is decent, but it feels more like a cafeteria. I believe this place deserves a much better rating than the 4.2 I've seen, and it's definitely superior to Blue Window Bistro."

Cottonwood On The Greens

➤ 4244 Diamond Dr, Los Alamos, USA, United States

Piatti • Wine • Steak • Coffee • American

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"Pretty good food, really friendly and good service but so expensive! My kids got the personal sized pizzas off the kids menu. They really enjoyed them and said they were really good. I ordered the New York Strip. It was cooked as ordered and while a great piece of steak, not seasoned. I did enjoy it though. The scoop of mashed potatoes was bland and flavorless. The vegetables were tasty but I’m pretty sure they are of the frozen variety. The waitress was friendly and attentive. The view overlooking the golf course with wildlife casually walking across is the best part! However, the price for 2 kids plates with soft drinks, my plate with water and an order of 6 mozzarella sticks came out to $75."