I came here to celebrate my friend's birthday, and let me start by saying... a time was definitely had. Our waiter was amazing--attentive, friendly, and full of great recommendations. Always a good sign when the service sets the tone early. For starters, we ordered the ceviche, and whew--so fresh and delicious. Absolutely did what it needed to do. We also tried the plantain bowls. While they could've benefited from a sauce or a little extra something to really bring it home, the portion size was impressive, so no complaints there. Now let's talk about the mocktail, because it quite literally blew my wig back. Delicious, refreshing, and the presentation? A full 10/10. Cameras were definitely out. The aesthetics of this place are beautiful--clean, stylish, and very much a foodie influencer's playground. If you enjoy a good ambiance with your meal, this spot delivers visually. For my main, I ordered the steak frites. The fries were crunchy, well-fried, and nicely seasoned--no notes there. The steak, however, was a bit underwhelming. Not bad by any means, just missing something I couldn't quite put my finger on. My taste buds were searching, but the spark never fully showed up. We ended the night with tres leches for my friend's birthday, and honestly, it was one of my favorite tres leches I've had. Moist, flavorful, and the perfect sweet ending. Don't come for me--I'm just speaking my truth. Overall, I'd rate the food a solid 3.5/5, but I'd definitely return to try another dish because the service, drinks, and ambiance were all strong. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but you'll manage. Worth the visit. read more

Rose Tapas - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Came here to celebrate a few friends birthday so we had a pretty big group. We made a reservation beforehand with a $20 deposit each person so we were able to get a long table in the middle. Despite it not being busy when we arrived, the service remained slow throughout the night. I know we had a big table but half the time our waiter was nowhere to be found and we constantly had to ask the hostess. The water cups were a little small than other restaurants but refills were slow as well. There is one stall so later in the night the line for the bathroom started to get long so keep that in mind. We got a few apps, I definitely would recommend the asian style chicken wings and the calamari those were the best in my opinion especially the wings the sauce on that was delicious. Other than those two, the other tapas had smaller portions and weren't worth getting in my opinion. The main dishes weren't worth getting. They had ran out of bolognese which most people had planned on getting. The other pastas weren't good, the bread was also stale, almost tasted like they reheated it from frozen. I was also expecting a crispy chicken but I think it was grilled and was just really hard. The drinks were good, on the pricier side but worth it compared to everything else. read more

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Terrible service... we were 4 people for my birthday and since they saw us they treaded us badly they sat us down are server was nice but after her attitude change and treaded us badly we ate the appetizers and didn't ask us for are drinks we asked for the check and she looked shocked and the food as also bad and drinks as well not what we expected the menu they have has no variety. read more

We went here on a quiet Tuesday night. It was Tapas Tuesday so there is a discount on their tapas dishes which we ordered and were fabulous! The service was fantastic and we will definitely be back for a quiet date night! read more

Rose Tapas is a hidden gem in the heart of Boston, offering an experience that goes beyond just dining. The atmosphere is a stunning blend of warmth and artistry, with visual displays that feel like a feast for the eyes. The rich, inviting colors, ambient lighting, and thoughtfully curated decor create a vibe that's both cozy and sophisticated. The music perfectly complements the space, striking a balance between lively and relaxing, making it the perfect spot to escape for a moment or to host a party We stopped in for a drink while waiting for traffic to ease during a winter storm--not that it helped with the traffic, but the charm of Rose Tapas made it worth the detour. On a whim, we ordered the chicken croquettes to-go, and they did not disappoint. With their delightful flavor and satisfying texture, they made for the perfect snack on the road. Whether you're looking for a cozy drink, a quick bite, or a full meal, Rose Tapas is well worth a visit. We can't wait to return and explore more of their menu! read more

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The food was ok the ambiance and tone of the restaurant was delightful very nice. The food was ok 2.7 for the regular menu, I was late for brunch read more

Rose Tapas - Drinks - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This review is long overdue as I visited in March for my birthday, but I definitely wanted to highlight the amazing staff at Rose. While the restaurant was a bit more empty than I expected, the team truly made the night special. The food was good, solid, though not necessarily standout but what really elevated the experience was the service. As the birthday girl, I was treated with such thoughtfulness. The staff brought out beautifully presented drinks and shots, making the celebration feel extra festive. They even gave us a peek into their new secondary room, which was decorated just as beautifully as the rest of the establishment. The space itself is stunning and very aesthetically pleasing; perfect for taking pictures. My group of girlfriends and I had such a fun night, thanks to the staff who ensured we had everything we needed and made the drinks look as gorgeous as they tasted. I'd definitely recommend Rose for a girls' night out or even a cute date night. read more

Rose Tapas - Margarita tree, maybe? - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I really love this neighborhood restaurant. It's beautiful inside. They've managed to incorporate the best of both worlds - Italian basics and tapas. And the drinks are well crafted and reasonable in price. I go here at least twice a month. read more

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Had an opportunity to check this place over the weekend. Aside from having a nicely decoration with some nice furniture, the place fell short of yummy foods (only recommending the croquette). The drinks were great but on a pricy side. Service was slow, we saw our server twice all night. The hostess at least was a bit friendlier. All the staff looked unhappy. Tip: Bring cash to save some money. The check showed two amounts. Cash total vs Non-cash Total. read more

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Great for apps and drinks! Parking Parking is limited, it's East Boston Service Server was very nice and polite, 5/5 for her Drinks Wonderful variety of drinks, all served with great presentation Food Okay this takes the 3/5 for sure. Filet mignon The filet was served and I immediately noticed the filet was very fatty. I was told the filets purchased by the restaurants are fatty. I'm pretty sure filet mignon is not fatty at all, so the plate was unfortunately left alone. Ceviche The ceviche comes with plantain chips but I requested to replace the plantain chips with the corn chips. The ceviche was served with roasted corn over the ceviche. When the server stopped by to check in, I asked if there was a delay on the chips. She went to the kitchen and assured me they don't serve corn chips (the same one in the tuna tartare image), which was odd. Tuna tartare Delicious! Corn chips are the perfect size for bite size servings Wings Sweet with a kick! Great size wings and delicious sauce read more

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This is a new tapas restaurant that opened in the old Jeveli's location. The restaurant's decore is modern, with beautiful art and flowers on the wall. They did a great job with the renovations. My wife and I ordered several tapas, a dish from the 'memory lane' (pasta) and a dessert. And some drinks. I'll start with the issues. The first thing I noticed is that the menu doesn't include any prices - which is pretty off-putting since we don't know what the portion-sizes look like or how to budget for it. If you're opening in a working class neighborhood like East Boston, it feels tone deaf. There are fancier restaurants nearby (like MIDA) that don't do this. We asked the waitress what the prices were and she was happy to give us a ballpark estimate - which eases our nerves. I got the feeling she was asked this question a *lot*. All our cocktails were $18, by the way. The food was much cheaper. As well, I felt the ceviche was lacking acid and salt. Definitely one of the weaker ceviches I've had in recent memory. And the chicken vodka was just okay - boxed pasta comfort food. There's definitely easy ways to elevate the dishes at low cost. For the good, we thought the tortilla with the smoked chile and gambas were excellent. The calamari was good - lightly breaded and the fried banana peppers were lovely. I really enjoyed my cocktails. Despite the high prices, they were certainly meeting the higher expectations. It's worth the cost. Branded ice, thoughtful garnish, well balanced and unique. As well, we had *excellent* service. Everyone we interacted with was warm, inviting and kind. Food and drinks came out at an ideal pace. Bravo! For a more "lounge"-type bar, I was also delighted with the music choice (mostly disco-house and chill drum n bass) - and it was at a reasonable volume where I can still enjoy conversations. Overall, Rose is a welcomed addition to the neighborhood and I'm looking forward to trying the rest of their specialty cocktails. I think if they tighten up some of the dishes, they'll be a decades-long success. read more

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I loved the service here! We came here for my mother's birthday and we were pleasantly impressed. The service was excellent, the person that served us was very friendly, the food was good, could be a little better but overall good, the atmosphere was great, very clubby vibes, in the best possible way. Will definitely come back. Loved the rose at the end with the bday dessert read more

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Service was great. wish I remembered his name. but my friend and I went for just a casual date night. drinks were great as for food the calamari was so dry however we still ate we hate sending things back but we did let them know. burger for my entree and it was pretty good glad they didn't mess that up my friend got the bolognese which she said was very good as well. parking can be a bit of a pain during peak times. dessert was good . music wasn't too loud and the decor was pleasing. read more

Rose Tapas was a quick stop for me. I was not expecting at all what I was walking into. It was kind of dead due to the snow outside. I enjoyed myself though. The vibe and music is good. They have DJs every other day. I ordered a Red Pill- Blue Pill drink. My partner ordered the Rose Espresso. read more

Rose Tapas - Red pill- Blue Pill, Rose Espresso - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Rose offers great food in an upscale yet accessible ambiance. The spacious area offers a bar that is adjacent to the main dining room. We loved the decor with funky murals and warm lighting. We enjoyed the tapas very much. The Patatas Bravas, Empanadas and the Octopus were delicious and worth recommending. The menu has Italian selections that pay homage to the previous owners. The Farfalle Bolognese was very good. The Filet Mignon entree on the other hand missed the mark. It was overcooked for a medium request. The cocktails were colorful and well made. Our server, Alvin, took good care of us. He was friendly and checked in on us frequently. Rose Tapas is hidden gem in East Boston and we have no hesitation in considering a return visit. read more

Spent a day in Boston and made reservations here and it was so delicious. The food was flavorful and perfect spot tapas. The ambience was aesthetically pleasing too it's very cute The only thing I didn't care for is the parking situation you have to find parking on a side street wish they had a lot read more

Rose Tapas - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I think this is a 3.5- but we came very soon after they opened so I may update as we return. First, the decor is fun and vibey and moody, trying a little too hard, but still fun. Right off the bat, nothing had prices. We have no problem splurging on food, but do like to know what we are in for. We asked the server and she said, "oh, they just want it to seem like, fancy, but everything is between like $8 and $12". I had a little bit of a chuckle (again, trying too hard?), but those prices seemed actually great, so we were optimistic-- this is in the old Jevelis location, in a working class neighborhood-- they would do well to have yummy but affordable food in this neighborhood! Anyway, we ordered a bunch. The calamari was one of the top dishes, but my favorite was actually the Spanish tortilla! The potato, oniony goodness was such good comfort food! Everything was good, not all amazing, but for $8-12/ plate, no complaints!! The only non-tapas option we got was the penne with vodka sauce. It was good!! Lots of onions. In a good way. Our drinks were pretty good. The menu read a bit more complex than the taste, but that's ok. Good selection overall and some interesting options. And the crème brûlée was so good!! I will say, when we got the check, it was definitely more than quoted per tapas/drink. Which is fine, but... just list your prices. You're in an old divey space in East Boston. It's not that deep. Not enough to upset ME, but that could def make or break reviews for some people. We sat in the dining area but I def want to go back and sit at the bar. It looked like a really cool space! We'll be back. Hopefully some of the pretenses and kinks have worked out since they opened. read more

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Food: The Asian wings were my favorite, tender and flavor with a little kick to it. The bacon wrapped plantains were a bit undercooked, the plantains were stiff and the cheese was not melted inside. The calamari was crusted perfectly and good amount of chew but there was no Peppers as suggested in the menu. I got the seafood rice which is more like a risotto, but it was flavored well and seafood was cooked good. The sangria were so good, fruity and refreshing Service: The service was a bit all over the place, there's 3 doors to get inside but the host is at one which you wouldn't know unless you walked around. There is open available seats for walk-ins but you can make reservations too. We sit down and no one serves for about 20 min, several people to ask if we got help and we kept telling them no we're waiting for our server and finally someone came to assist. Our server was nice, got everything we needed but forgot to present the birthday dessert as stated in our note for reservation Ambiance: It's a fun vibe with modern design, has lots of lights and floral colors. Latin inspired music and loud but it can be a nice spot to enjoy a birthday or at the bar. Location accommodation: There's limited parking but there some at the front and around the neighboring buildings. It can get congested as the roads are narrow so be careful when navigating read more

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First and foremost, the aesthetics of this restaurant are beautiful. All of the staff members are engaging and work together as a team. They are friendly and explain everything to the best of their ability, or they ask for help if they don't know something themselves. The food was delicious, and I will definitely be back at some point for tapas and that last drink with the white foam and blue flower on top! However, I would like to mention that the service was slightly slow but quick. Let me break this down a bit. When we entered, we were greeted and promptly seated. Within a minute, water was already being poured for us. The waiter came over and asked if we wanted our usual orders. My best friend ordered everything at once, while I decided to order my drink and appetizer because they didn't have salmon, and I wasn't sure what I wanted on top of the limited six entree options. After approximately 10 minutes of chatting, our tapas were served. Two minutes later, my friend's entree arrived, but we still hadn't received our drinks. It's worth noting that I hadn't even ordered my entree yet. We appreciate fast service, but this was a little too fast. Overall, we had a good time! The music and atmosphere were both great. P.S. If you allow someone to walk in and make a reservation, it would be helpful to call them when the table is ready. read more

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Had dinner here with my friends this past weekend. The decor and ambiance was absolutely amazing - the kind of place you can take cute photos at. I thought my food was quite yummy. I have an allergy and the waitress was able to ask the chef and accommodate. My one friend is vegetarian though and she had some trouble finding a true meal - she asked for the shrimp scampi without shrimp and they were unable to do that for her, so dropped a star for that reason. Overall yummy! I would dine here again. read more

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food was good, service was not good, sat for a whole hour while tables around us got everything before us and we got there well well before them!! drinks were good tho read more

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Worst experience I have ever had in a restaurant. The server was rude every sentence, and failed to check back in on our table in a timely manner. She blatantly forgot food and made the entire experience so uneasy and uncomfortable. I will never be returning again, server should be fired. read more

3 stars for the bartender he was really nice but very slow , asked for the displayed tequila menu he didn't have it , order couples apps beautiful presentation but not much flavor at all,df need some improvement in the kitchen and service read more

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I hope this place has ironed out the wrinkles as I sat at bar order an old fashion but got a Manhattan o well figure it out close but no cigar... read more

The owner is very kind and rectified a situation that occurred. Grateful for the understanding nature of the owner.

Passed through Boston for a night and needed a place for dinner near the airport- we took the Hotel desk clerk's recommendation for Rose international Tapas. Food and drinks were excellent; servers were friendly and attentive. (If it's a hot night, asked to be seated in the bar instead of the restaurant - it's cooler in the bar, and more lively.) read more

This might be the worse place to dine in for valentines, waited a hour and half for no food,ended up leaving because of the horrible service

**Rating:** Disappointing Experience Overall I really wanted to like this place, especially since they were awesome about seating us quickly and the server was prompt in greeting us and discussing the menu. However, the experience went downhill from there. We started with empanadas and wings. The empanadas were AMAZING--definitely recommend getting those! But the wings? They were served RAW. Yes, raw wings. We also ordered four drinks, but two of them took 35 minutes to arrive. We eventually canceled those drinks, only for them to magically appear when we were halfway through our entrées. Meanwhile, our water was never refilled, and no one checked in to see if we needed anything else during our meal. As for the food, it was a mixed bag. My bestie and I had the pineapple burger, which was absolutely amazing--juicy, flavorful, and with an awesome BBQ sauce. Her husband got the chicken pasta, which was delicious, but the chicken was chewy and rubbery, and the tostadas that came with it were so hard they were like croutons! My husband's steak was mediocre at best, and it wasn't even cooked to the medium he requested. To top it off, when it was time to sing happy birthday, they brought us the wrong dessert and never corrected it. While they were kind enough to give us a free dessert, they still made us pay for the canceled drinks. We also asked for condiments like salt and ketchup, but those were never brought to the table either. Needless to say, I can see why this place has only 3 stars. We won't be returning, especially after dropping $250 for this kind of experience. read more

Love this place the food was so delicious, the drinks were amazing, the service was spot on Thank you Santi & Santiago you are both great mixologists! Thank you G you made our night we will be back and we will be bringing friends read more

The restaurant has a great atmosphere and brings a great vibe to the East Boston area. The music and the artwork on the wall make for a cool "chill" feeling. The food was great. We were a party of 6 and they were able to accommodate us fairly quickly. We ordered the wings, croquettes, causa, empanadas, and patatas bravas. Everything was very tasty and very good. Everyone had their own favorite plate. The wings were finished up really fast. The drinks were very good and presented in a very creative way. The service was great all around, from the moment we walked in, to the time we ordered, got our food, and closed our check. The waiter was very attentive, and so were the rest of the staff walking around refilling waters and clearing plates. Great spot for food, drinks and a fun time. read more

Although we had reservations they didn't actually sit us until 35 mins after being told their system "crashed" hostess gave me an attitude as I stood there. The so called manager has horrible customer service. The line was out the door for no reason. After dealing with the trauma at the host stand they sat us at a 3 top knowing we had a party of 5. Guess what we had to do move another table lol. Server arrives 30 more mins later .. no communication.. no interaction.. just blank. My group decided to put all the food and drinks in since we figured that would take another hour. My entree arrived 30 mins before apps so I sat there with a cold dinner as the rest of us had no food. Server once again.. blank. Could care less. The food was bad ! Calamari was really salty , the "ceviche" was drowning in salty oil. 5 small shrimp it was crazy. We never received the second lemon drop that was ordered when we first sat down. The drinks were bad.. all in all horrible experience.. don't waste your time or money. They also add an extra $10 to the bill if you use a card. Decor was nice.. place has potential.. needs new staff and new management. read more

GO AT YOUR OWN RISK.. This restaurant has everything to be great, but fell incredibly short. The inside is beautiful but everything else was a disaster. We went last night with a party of 5 WITH A RESERVATION. We got there and the hostess ignored us for over 30 before we got to tell her we had a reservation. Waited some more before another hostess walked over to tell her that "Open Table" overbooked them because they're not allowed to cap the amount of reservations. BS excuse when our reservation was made over the phone directly with them. After going back and forth for almost 45 min at that point, they sat us down. Now, on to the service and food... We ordered everything at once since they had taken so long already. One of our entrees came before our apps and other meals and when we asked why they did that, the server just walked away. I think the only good thing we had was the patatas bravas. Calamari was extremely salty. The shrimp in oil was ok, also salty. Our meatball app only came at the END of the meal with the bill, so that should tell you more about the experience. That appetizer was actually the worst thing we had all night, vile. We also ordered drinks, 2 lemon drops.. one came the other never did even though they kept coming to the table to say "2 more minutes" throughout the entire. 3 of us got the Steak with Chimichurri at different cooking points, 2 medium rare & 1 medium. ALL overcooked and fatty. They didn't even know which one was which when bringing them over. I honestly understand them being so new and overwhelmed with the social media attention they've been getting but as this point, maybe shut down for another few weeks and do a complete overhaul with the staff. Everyone was so rude and inattentive. Definitely need to reevaluate their menu because... WOW. OH And theres a $10 upcharge if you pay with card and not cash.. never seen any upscale restaurants do that so theres that. We ended up paying our bill and going to El Potros in Chelsea if that tells you anything about how bad this was. read more

Awesome atmosphere and really good drinks. Didn't try the food but will be back for sure just based on service and vibe. read more

Rose Tapas - Bourbon and rose cocktail - Tapas Bars Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

First time going to Rose, absolutely beautiful restaurant, very friendly staff, & waitress Tiffany was great. Food presentation was beautiful. Most importantly food was delicious! Owner, Brandon took time out of his busy night to come over and introduce himself and see how everything was. Made you feel at home. Great asset to the neighborhood. read more

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Horrible:/ The drinks are so unbalanced it's insane, Boston is supposed to be moving past dive bar quality. Like they spent that much money to make them look nice yet they taste from a dive bar. Seems like they are trying to keep up with the others in the area with the presentation, but fall short when it comes to the taste. Food was pretty bland the atmosphere is pretty trashy. The art is so cool but the client base and menu ruins the ambiance. If you are in the area I recommend the quiet few or Next Door Speakeasy for a balanced drink. If you are someone who is knowledgeable about cocktails, do not waste your time. read more

Food was soooo yummy & FILIPE WAS AMAZING AS A SERVER. he literally got 10 servers to come togehter to sing happy birthday to my friend when that's not something they typically do there. & manager/owner was sooo kind to us. Definitely returning! read more

The worst experience EVER. Went here for my birthday as a group of 6. The waiter kept forgetting to get our orders. When the waiter finally came by our table, in the middle of us ordering he would walk away and only get 2/6 people's orders. Along with this only HALF of us got to eat because the waiter forgot to advise us that the kitchen is closing and we had no idea. Therefore, 3 out of the 6 people were left starving. Along with this the owner tried to overprice us with the bill as they left in orders that we didn't get to eat nor drink. Absolutely worse place to go to. My guest and I will never go back. read more

We came with a party of 10 which they were very accommodating for. We were sat promptly. The music wasn't playing so it was quiet and awkward. Our server was nice but seemed flustered. One dish for our party was forgotten and came out 25 minutes after everyone else's food arrived. The drinks were overpriced and took very long to get to our table (the restaurant was nearly empty). We got the wings, calamari, and empanadas for tapas and they were good. I got the salmon and mashed which wasn't bad but was a bit unseasoned. There was automatic gratuity for our party and the bill was about $740. They charge extra for using a card as well. The ambience and vibe was nice. Once the music was working it was a good playlist. The bathrooms were falling apart, neither door locked and the toilets were having trouble flushing. This place has potential but needs a lot of work. read more

I give it 3 stars for Joan our waiter. He was very polite attentive. It seemed very disorganized as far as staffing goes. It seemed there weren't enough waiters but plenty of other employees bringing out food and just going around cleaning out the tables. Joan did this best to wait on us and other tables but we waited 20 minutes for our drinks at some point. The food was average, and the place is nicely decorated. I noticed a couple of big groups walk in so I assume they have bigger spaces to offer for bigger parties. Over all it was an ok experience, but it won't be on my top list of go to or recommended places to visit. read more

AVOID LOKE THE PLAUGE! To start off this place was clearly only made for the aesthetic because what they had in decor they lacked in food and customer service I went here last night to celebrate my best friends 30th birthday (a milestone I might add) and they first had barely a host at the hostess stand she was everywhere except where she needed to be then had an attitude with our party when we were there early for a 845 reservation made BY PHONE she then proceeds to tell us that there was a problem due to open table which was a lie since we had called months in advance for this reservation then after 30 minutes we were seated and had to pull another table together since they say all 5 of us on a three top then we had no service for about another 30 so we ordered everything at once and I do not drink so I ordered a ginger ale and never received it until I had to ask when the waitress came back after another 30 minutes with an attitude when asked about my drink Now on to the food if you could call it that One singular entree was brought out 10-30 minutes before our apps and everyone else's meals as well the waitress refused to bring it back for her to be able to eat with us! We got apps and they were a cardiac patients nightmare the amount of salt on the calamari and shrimp apps were so salty you would need a diuretic to get off all that salt then when entrees came out everyone's steak was cooked well done when asked for medium rare and medium and the fat was 90% of the steak then when we've just about had enough one drink never showed up and then with our bill came out the most atrocious teriyaki meatballs on top of the most vile mashed plantains I had to spit them out on my plate then if you think all that is bad then they charged us 10 dollars extra if we used a card to pay for our bill that ALREADY INCLUDES gratuity. They really should worry more about customer service and food preparation than worrying about their flower walls and mood lighting they really should have a retraining where everyone is taught properly and has the experience to keep a restaurant running smoothly read more