We visited the Blue Parrot on a Friday night as a non planned event. We really didn't know what to…read moreexpect and sat down and was greeted by staff immediately. Staff explained the menu and we ordered wine and appetizers. We ordered the blue crab cakes (skeptical from east coast) and deviled eggs. Both were excellent appetizers and the crab cake was delicious with plenty of crab meat. We decided to stay and ordered an entree to share. We ordered Surf and Turf. The steak was cooked medium and the shrimp were Cajun seasoned. The mushroom glaze on the asparagus was delightful. We had a glass of champagne to end. I would highly recommend the restaurant. It's more about atmosphere and enjoying the experience. We are definitely going back. The wine selection was great. No mixed drinks and only wine and beer on the menu.

Came into the Blue Parrot Lounge on a Friday night for the first time. I ordered the Wagyu Sliders…read moreand Goat Cheese with Crackers, as well as a glass of Prosecco and Chardonnay. The vibes here are really neat, with an old Hollywood atmosphere and music. It's a small restaurant so would certainly recommend booking a reservation! The service was just okay though, with it taking 30 minutes for our appetizers to come out after ordering them. The food and drinks are also on the more expensive side, so I'm not sure if I will be coming back in the future.

Had a few hours to kill before a concert next door so popped into Monks for some grub and a drink…read moreor 2. The inside is decorated in standard beer garden fashion, wood, brass, and mirrors. Very cozy inside, with lots of booths, tables (high and low) and bar seating. There are also some tables out front in an enclosed patio. For drinks, I had .5 litre of the Oktoberfest, which was cold, and refreshingly crisp and tasty. I also had a pour of the Arran Remmant Renegade Scotch, which was pleasantly fragrant, smooth with little burn. For food, I ordered the Fish and chips. Service was peompt, and the Fish was 2 large pieces breaded nicely and fried on the outside while maintaining a tender and juicy filet within. The fish came with their house special duck fat fries which were fantastic . Most excellent, look forward to coming back and trying another of the entrées

While this restaurant initially impresses with its beautiful physical space, the aesthetic appeal…read morequickly fades once I sat down. I wanted to love this venue, but the experience was entirely ruined by a combination of incredibly slow and antagonistic service, an unbearable noise level, and a total failure in the kitchen. From start to finish, the evening was a masterclass in how poor execution can derail a nice establishment. The issues began the moment I was seated. The service was excruciatingly slow, and the staff treated every basic request like a massive inconvenience. It is incredibly frustrating to pay premium prices only to be met with a grumpy attitude and palpable disdain from the waitstaff. Adding to the discomfort was the restaurant's acoustics. The space is deafeningly loud, making it an absolute nightmare for anyone trying to have an dinner. Good luck holding a normal conversation here without actively shouting across the table just to be heard over the din. However, the ultimate disappointment was the food, specifically the halibut. The kitchen completely failed in both the preparation and the flavor profile of this dish. A significant portion of the fish was severely overcooked and dry, stripping away the delicate texture you expect from a premium cut. To make matters worse, the dish was smothered in a jam that completely overpowered what little flavor the fish had left. The entire combination was a complete failure of culinary balance. Bottom line: a nice physical space means nothing when the service is poor and the food is a letdown. I will not be returning.

Stopped by Citizen Vine for a quick dinner before a performance at the casino and ended up really…read moreenjoying it! Hubby and I shared the mixed salad and the All American cheeseburger with fries. The salad was really refreshing and everything tasted fresh. I also love that they're a farm-to-table restaurant, which definitely comes through in the quality of the ingredients. The burger was also really good, juicy, moist, and cooked perfectly. But honestly, the best touch was the service. We mentioned we were sharing everything and the staff went above and beyond by cutting the burger in half and splitting the fries onto two separate plates for us. Such a simple thing, but it made the whole experience feel extra thoughtful. Of course I ordered some bubbly because... why not? And it was the perfect accompaniment. They also have a great happy hour, tons of wine options, and you can definitely tell this is a spot the locals love. It had a really nice neighborhood feel even though we were just stopping in before a show.

I picked up my mother from the airport she was hungry after her day of travel, so we swung by an…read moreold favorite on the way to Sun City - Citizen Vine. I had not been since the ownership transfer. I had my big dog thus a dog friendly patio with some cool air blowing was required to combat the 100-degree weather. The new ownership has made every effort to keep the patio cool during the high heat events, powerful cooling units were strategically placed throughout the patio. We were greeted by Lindsey who was an absolute gem and a Pitty lover! Brutus was happy on the cool concrete and grateful for the bowl of water that she gave him including the copious dog lovings. The owner happened to come by as well and he too was very friendly which set the tone for our visit. I was very much in the mood for sushi (because of the hot weather) which I planned to get a to go order from the place next store on the way home. I was satisfied with having a beer while my mom ate flatbread and enjoyed a cold one as well. However, when the flatbread came. I realized that things 'really' had changed at Citizen Vine. The offering looked great. I'm a foodie. I know at a glance and that's all that it took when here flatbread arrived. Which I enjoyed instantly. Sushi? What sushi? We followed up with some tacos. Boom, batting 2 for 2. Yep, the food game is legit at Citizen Vine, the beer was just what the Dr. ordered so I did not peruse the wine list, it was midday and hot! I'm going to roll the dice and believe that it's capable. The setting is clean and welcoming as was the team that put it all together. Yep, Citizen Vine is doing just fine and ripe for the picking!

Everything was phenomenal it was very busy but everything was worth the wait took my wife there…read morelast night it was our first time ever hearing about the place and if they had 10 Stars I would have given him 10 Stars. The wait staff in bartenders are all super friendly very attentive I had the animal style burger and it was out of this world we will be eating there again and I do recommend them. If you want to go somewhere and have top notch food but not have to wear a tuxedo this is your place casual comfortable dress and the ambience of the place is awesome too, and the menu always changes and although I didn't try it last night I will the next time they have one item on a secret menu it's called peanut butter and jelly Burger apparently it's the most popular item they've had on their menu but it's not on the menu the secret item.

I'll be honest, I was skeptical about a peanut butter and jelly burger. Then I took a bite and it…read morewas amazing. The patty was cooked perfectly, and the peanut butter and jelly worked as a sweet and savory sauce instead of a gimmick. It's nothing like a typical burger, and that's why it works. You.habe to order it at least once. (Unless you have a peanut allergy then don't) Service was great too. Friendly, attentive, never had to flag anyone down. Save room for dessert. The bacon brownie was the standout. Sweet, salty, rich, and you can taste the quality of the ingredients in every bite. Would go back without thinking twice!

My husband and I dined here on a Saturday night and, as a self-proclaimed "foodies," there honestly…read moreisn't a single thing I would change about our experience. We had a 7:15 reservation and were seated immediately. The hostess was friendly and attentive, and had water at our table right after we sat down. The food and cocktails were absolutely phenomenal. I highly recommend the Chantilly Lace and the prawn and pork belly. The true highlight of our meal, though, was our server, Shea. Even with the restaurant being incredibly busy, he was personable and attentive, checking in regularly to make sure we were enjoying our food and that our drinks stayed full. His menu knowledge was impressive, and every suggestion he made was spot-on. He really made the entire experience that much better. Fantastic food, great cocktails, and exceptional service. We will definitely be back!

We actually walked in because we heard the live music from outside and we are SO glad we did! There…read morejust isn't enough live music in town, and this was such a fun surprise. It was our first time hearing The River and The Willow, and they were phenomenal. We're officially fans and already excited to follow them around town! Sounds like they may be back at the Hilmont next Friday, and we will DEFINITELY be coming back. Amazing cocktails, incredible live music, and such a great atmosphere. More live music like this, please!!

I went here tonight for a date night! This place was awesome! The bartender was a savage! We tried…read more7 drinks and all of her drinks were 10/10! My favorite drink was the spicy strawberry margarita. The food was also so good. I ordered the risotto, lettuce wraps and the beet salad. We ended up staying for 3.5 hours because it was so much fun. Around 8 they had live music and this guy had everyone singing along (the guy with long curly hair playing the guitar). This might be my new go to spot! 10/10.......6 stars!

Thanks to Pink Martini for an awesome "ladies night out"!!!…read more Lots of fun in this great environment, beautiful colors & cool aesthetic. The staff was very attentive & friendly! Live music night was just another layer of fun for this evening

Yes, great! Our large party (17) attempted to make reservations but could not. No matter! We…read morearrived and ordered our food & drinks quickly at the bar. Our orders were delivered VERY quickly despite there being a special event with 40 other diners in the next room. We all enjoyed the variety of entrees as we gazed out over the golf course in full Fall regalia. So good. The staff were warm and friendly, taking care to keep checking with each of us. We WILL return!

Beautiful setting, particularly on a nice day to sit outside, but the views from inside are nice as…read morewell. The breakfast and lunch menu are limited; however, the quality and portions are great. Very nice salads, fish & chips good, burgers very good. Great place to go for a casual breakfast or lunch. The staff is very friendly.

First were local residents of Auburn but curious about this restaurant everything we drive by…read more Outside the building and signage is very swanky looking. We had a seminar presentation here so we were interested in trying out this place/ it didn't disappoint and was very impressed. A very beautiful artsy establishment to sit and savor a meal. The bartender was very accommodating and nice as my husband and I arrived and sat downstairs in their cozy bar. Then we had a lovely dinner. I had the cedar planked salmon with broccolini and garlic mashed potatoes and my husband had the wood fire steak with sauce- sort I couldn't remember what kind of sauce that accompanied the plate but it was delicious. Both dishes were cooked to perfection and was devoured. I would definitely come back. The outside courtyard area have comfy seating, heat lamps and a live band was playing. So serene! We were in a hurry to get back home so unfortunately didn't stay for the music. This sounds like such in a lovely place to hang out, eat and have cocktails!

So we took my Mom to Oakhouse to celebrate her birthday. Note while it is a big building, the…read morerestaurant itself is quite small so strongly recommend reservations. The vibe of the place is very cool. Entrance and bar had a darker almost speakeasy atmosphere where the main tables in back had a brighter, sunnier look. We sat in the middle, a booth the staff called the "fish bowl" where you can see everything going on. I loved it! Mom probably would go quieter since you are in the action! Note for next time. Okay service - on a scale of 1-10, service was a Spinal Tap 11. Toby made my mom a surprise mocktail creation which I stole a taste - delicious! Carmela took fantastic care of us. I am a food nerd so from the fishbowl, you can clearly see this is an excellently run restaurant. On leaving they not only boxed our leftovers but bagged and organized Mom's separate from ours. It was literally some of the best service I have ever had in a restaurant and I've eaten out a lot all over the world. Okay now for the food. I really like the menu but you want to go here to experience the starters. My wife had the beef carpaccio and I had the tuna poke tostones. Unbelievable. Tostones? Get out! The rest of the starters offer a variety of treats we will need to order in the future. My wife and I had the ribeye, Mom had the steak frites. All the steaks were nicely cooked. The ribeyes came w a foggy dew mushroom espagnole which I enjoyed, my wife less so. It is on the sweet side so let that be your guide. Grilled broccolini perfect. The butternut squash risotto wasn't my favorite but there is a lot going on w the ribeye dish. Mom had fries w her steak frites and they were a perfect crispy. Because it was Mom's birthday they provided us complementary individual cheesecakes - perfect size, wonderfully delicious and they should put that on the dessert menu to share. My problem w dessert (and the menu looked fantastic) is that it looks and sounds daunting after a complete meal. But they know how to dessert. It was a memorable experience of great food, nice ambiance and phenomenal service.