Saturday, June 9, 2007

The Dock at the Bay

The Dock at the Bay
Overall adjusted 1.8

Despite the beautiful spring evening, the crystal blue skies and the majestic windmills we were disappointed in this restaurant. The service was slow, the food was only fair, and the prices were steep. It always surprises us when a waitress doesn't offer a dessert. There are plenty of other nice restaurants on our Lake Erie . Save your money, the Dock at the Bay is not recommended.

Sample

May 9. 2007
Food 3.0
Service 3.25
Atmosphere 2.5
Overall 3.25
Adjusted(Q factor) 3.10

A restaurant of appetizers, sounds like a great idea, you are able to try a wide variety of foods. Unfortunately the servings are so small we were still hungry after trying several foods. The prices were also steep when you see how little food you get.

Sunday, May 6, 2007

Billy Ogden's

Billy Odgen's
William and Ogden
Buffalo, NY
May 2, 2007

Overall: 3.6/5
Food:3.6/5
Service:4.0/5
Adjusted overall:3.2/ 5

The friendly and casual atmosphere while serving gourmet food make this restaurant unique. The menu has so many interesting and delicious choices that it makes a revisit a must. The prices are a bit high, thus the lowering the overall adjusted rating. The stuffed banana peppers are one of their specialities and a great appetizer. Be sure however to have plenty of water on hand as they are spicy.

Friday, April 27, 2007

City Grill

City Grill
April 18, 2007
Pearl Street
Buffalo

Overall: 4.2 spoons
Food: 4
Service: 4.25
Atmosphere: 4.5
Overall Adjusted: 4.5

What a nice place this is, and we had never heard of it. The atmosphere is friendly and cozy. The food was excellent, and the prices were reasonable. The bottled wine is a little pricey- the cheapest bottle was $30. The do have certain special nights when you can bring your own bottle. Jess couldn't make it, we had a some tasty creme brulee in his honor.

Fiddle Heads

March 28, 2007
Allen and Franklin

Overall: 3.6 spoons
Food: 4.1 spoons
Service: 2.6 spoons
Atmosphere 4.6 spoons
Adjusted overall: 4.5 spoons

We had a wonderful time at this great location. The food was excellent. The price is a little steep, but was reasonable when we used our Entertainment Card.
Unfortunately, the waiter was not at all friendly. He was all business and never cracked a smile. It but a damper on the otherwise comfortable atmosphere.

Saturday, March 31, 2007

Bettys

Virginia
Buffalo
March 21, 2007

Overall 4.2

Nestled the West Side of Buffalo is a great place to eat. We all enjoyed this meal. Even Jesse who had the flu. Love the bright decor and friendly staff. Wednesday night they offer free glass of wine with your meal. This certainly made the price very attractive. The food was also very good. Unfortunately the service was only fair, marred by a long wait. Perhaps as they get more popular they will add staff.

Friday, March 30, 2007

The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory
March 7, 2007
Walden Galleria Mall
Special guest: Pat Nolan

Overall 2.8
What can I say, we went to a Chain. We felt like we were in a factory, the tables are packed so tight that you can hear many other conversations. Unfortunately in a place so large, the intimacy is lacking. The food was good, perhaps a little salty. Our waitress was friendly and accommodating
The cheesecake, however was to die for. The servings are large and we shared two cheesecakes for 6 of us. The prices are fair.