The Colden Mill

February 28, 2007
Colden

Unfortunately we had technical difficulties this evening. All ratings for the evening were "lost".
Mike's palm pilot was misbehaving and apparently the numbers are in cyber space.

Overall we had a nice evening. The waitress was very accommodating. Many of us tried the special drink offer- a great Carmel apple martini. She even shared the recipe.
Food was great, however Jess did not care for the cordon-blue. The steak Joseph- the house speciality was very tasty. The atmosphere is always welcoming and comfortable. The price is also right, be sure to use your Entertainment Card.

Tantulas

February 21, 2007
Main Street
East Aurora

Overall 3.0 spoons
Overall adjusted 3.23
food 3.6
Service 2.6
Atmosphere 2.8


Well it has been one full year of restaurant ratings and this was our anniversary dinner. We started at Tantulas and wanted to return here for the special event. This year, however fell short from our previous experience. Is it perhaps that after a year of restaurant hopping we have become more critical? We now notice everything.! Location, comfort and food quality all play a part.

Overall our experience was "fair". The bouillabaisse was excellent and as usual the pizza did not disappoint. The decor is quite pleasant, but something was lacking with no music. The waitress used abbreviations such as "Soco" for Southern Comfort and "apps" for appetizers that made her appear as if she was trying too hard. She was, however efficient and attentive. The price is good, thus improving its overall adjusted rating.
Ml

Hemmingways

Hemmingways
Pearl Street
Theater District

Overall 2.8 spoons
Food 3.2
Service 3.2
Atmosphere 3.8
Overall adjusted 3.82 spoons

Despite being a very busy place, the service at this Theater district restaurant was quite accommodating. We enjoyed lively conversation as Frank Sinatra filled our ears. The food was just average, the New York Strip Steak was a little tough, but the Lobster Ravioli was to die for. Nobody went for dessert(spring break diets). The price was fair.
Is addiction a weakness?

Romeo and Juliet

January 31, 2007
Nice place, however cannot hold a candle to some of our previous eating establishments including "Chez Criscione". The Roman motif was ruined the piped in Top 40's music. The food was quite delicious, we especially enjoyed the pesto served with bread slices. The price is also attractive, as evidenced by the positve overall adjusted rating.
Overall 2.7
Food 3.2
Service 3.8
Atmosphere 2.0
Overall Adjusted Rating 3.39

January 24, 2007
Mackenzie's Restaurant
Hamburg, Ny
Overall Rating 2.7 spoons
Food 3.0
Service 2.2
Atmosohere 2.8
Adjusted overall rating 2.4 spoons

The food is good, the view is pleasant. The price is fair. Unfortunately the atmosphere was less than stellar. Cheesey 80's love rock filled the otherwise empty "hall". Furthermore the unclean carpet odor reeeked diminished the dining experience.

The Friar's Table

Special Dinner Guest:
Ms. Elizabeth Nolan, "DCCG"

Plainly placed, this well-established institute of fine dining did not disappoint; however, bring a full wallet.

Overall rating: 3.9
Food: 3.66
Service: 4.33
Atmosphere: 3.66
Q Factor: -1.3

Adjusted Overall Rating: 2.6 out of 5 Spoons

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