As always, after our movie my daughter and I decided it was time for lunch. We had noticed…read moreFirebirds every time we were in the area, so we finally decided it was time to see what all the fuss was about. (Well... maybe luck had a little something to do with it. ) As soon as we walked through the doors, we were warmly greeted by Ms. Jenna, our hostess. She welcomed us with a beautiful smile, was very polite and kind, and escorted us to a booth in Ms. Destinee's section. While we were there, we also had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Corin, the General Manager. He was full of energy, very welcoming, and genuinely seemed excited to have us there. It didn't take long to notice that his positive attitude had rubbed off on his staff. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and worked together as a team. That speaks volumes about his leadership. Luckily for us, we had just missed the lunch rush, so we were seated immediately without any wait. The restaurant itself was very clean, well organized, and had a warm, inviting atmosphere. They also offer an outdoor dining area that was just as clean and well maintained as the inside. Ms. Destinee, our server, was wonderful. She was polite, welcoming, explained the menu, and gave us plenty of time to look everything over while bringing us glasses of water. To start, we ordered the Ranch Rings (onion rings) from the shareable menu for $13.75. They arrived hot, crispy, evenly battered, and perfectly seasoned. My only complaint was the cilantro, which just isn't my favorite. For our entrées, we all ordered from the "Perfect Pair" menu. My daughter chose the BLT sandwich with the Killer Mac & Cheese for $14.95. She absolutely loved it! The bread was nicely toasted, the sandwich was well seasoned, and the mac and cheese definitely lived up to its name. We also ordered the Salmon Club Sandwich with a Caesar salad for $14.95. The salmon was delicious, and the Caesar salad was fresh and flavorful. I went with the Crispy Chicken Sandwich paired with a cup of their Tortilla Chicken Soup for $14.95. The chicken was crispy, juicy, and seasoned just right. As for the soup... it was so good I honestly wished I had ordered another cup! Overall, this was an outstanding dining experience from beginning to end. Great food, excellent service, and an amazing atmosphere. Mr. Corin is doing an exceptional job, and his staff is a true reflection of his leadership. Without a doubt, I'll be coming back again. I hope to see y'all there!

My sister and I came here to dine for lunch and were immediately greeted by the Restaurant manager…read moreas we walked up and he opened the door for us with a big bright smile! It was a great way to kick off our lunch. It just hit lunch time, so the restaurant wasn't too busy and we decided to take a seat at the bar for our meal. The restuarant is beautiful, great decor, very bright yet great seating for small or large parties. It looked like there was private dining also available! As we perused the menu, we were greeted promptly by our bartender, who's name is slipping my mind, he was such a sweet guy! He gave us some excellent food and drink recommendations. The one drink I went with that he recommended was their 21-day pineapple infused vodka martini. Shaken beautifully and poured into an ice cold martini glass and dressed with a fresh pineapple wedge. It was nice, crisp, cold, and delightfully fresh! For the food, I was originally thinking a burger, bc it's a smokehouse, and that's what they specialize in, over the fire cooking, but his recommendation on the Hot Honey Chicken sandwich sounded too good to pass up, and in fact, had a missed it, I'd be missing out!!! The sandwich was huge, and after the camera eating first, I took my first big bite, and it was so flavorful. The chicken was hot, crunchy, sweet, with a little spice, crisp pickles, cheese melted as I took each bite. Just a great burst of flavors. The fries I liked very much, and now thinking back on it, should've ordered a side of the sauce they had on the sandwich to dip those fries in. My sister order the 1/2 ribs, which she says were really good, along with a side of au gratin potatoes, that looked like they came from someone's moms kitchen! She left nothing on that plate!!! This was a great first impression of the restuarant, and I look forward to trying them again, something that can be kissed by that flame!

Food is good especially the Italian beef sandwich Owner…read moreJose is from Chicago Chicago Bears watching parties

We came to Grapevine from Fort Worth on a Monday night looking for some Grapevine culture…read more Everything was closed but we came up on a place called R&Js. Let me just say that the food was delicious! It's bar food but it's great bar food!!! The catfish was amazing! Our server Becca was the bomb.com!! She was friendly, fast and everything she recommended was really good!! We will definite be back! If not for the food then we are definitely coming back for Becca!! Great vibes all around!

Ambiance 9/10. Love the live music. Clean. Service staff were very friendly, smoke water cocktail…read more(don't quote me on the full name) was really good. The food. YIKES! My "creole" pasta was covered in straight marinara sauce. The birria tacos?? No thank you. Southwest egg rolls, tasted a little stale. 3 STARS- SERVER MADE IT RIGHT, but I'd probably stick to burgers, wings, and salads? The wide variety on the menu should have honestly been our first clue.. with such a variety to choose from, it's pretty rare for it to all be good food.

It was a great stop with friends after a loooong day of travel. First time at this specific…read morelocation and the atmosphere was great! The outdoor patio where they had a live band would have been a good place to sit, but that 100° heat is a little much for this Minnesota blood. Started off with a smoked old fashioned and that hit the spot. Dinner was a pulled pork sandwich with sweet potato fries. The sandwich was a bit on the disappointing side as the meat seemed a bit on the older side, and very little BBQ sauce. Our waiter was AMAZING, but he was soooooo busy with large groups I didn't trouble him for a side of BBQ. However, the bread pudding totally made up for the sandwich. That was a delicious way to end the experience. I'm sure we'll be back next time I'm at DFW.

I had a great Sunday eating here with my family for brunch. Cameron was our server, and he was one…read moreof the best. His positive energy just made the experience even better. He would always come back and check on us just to make sure everything was going well. His customer service skills were top notch! Especially now of days it's hard to find good customer service. I ordered the steak and egg hash, and we also shared an order of fried green tomatoes. Everything came out fast and didn't take long at all. On my entree there was a lot of the salad dressing and potatoes that was overpowering, but the steak and eggs were pretty delicious. Wish there was a location closer to where I live!

My boyfriend and I had an amazing dining experience at Whiskey Cake in Irving, Texas, and it's safe…read moreto say we'll definitely be back! From the start, our waitress, Sheba, made the experience exceptional. She was warm, personable, and incredibly knowledgeable about the menu. We loved chatting with her, and her honest recommendations helped us choose some incredible dishes. We decided to share the Surf & Turf special, featuring shrimp and a perfectly cooked ribeye, and it did not disappoint. Everything was cooked beautifully, flavorful, and well-portioned. We also ordered the Candied Bacon and the Crab Cakes, and both were absolutely phenomenal. The candied bacon was the perfect balance of sweet and savory, while the crab cakes were packed with flavor and tasted fresh. To drink, we had the Strawberry Hibiscus Margarita, and it was hands down one of the best summer cocktails I've had. It was refreshing, beautifully balanced, and the perfect pairing with our meal. Between the outstanding food, welcoming atmosphere, and Sheba's top-notch service, this was a five-star experience from beginning to end. If you're visiting Whiskey Cake, do yourself a favor and ask for Sheba if you can. We left full, happy, and already looking forward to our next visit!

Forgot to take pictures...went for a large family dinner. Loved the Thai chili Brussels sprouts,…read morequail knots and calamari. Enjoyed the lamb and more Brussel sprouts. Kind and classy servers. Fancy, upscale, and great place for steaks and fish dishes.

I came here for early dinner and ended up trying quite a bit from the menu. The restaurant itself…read moreis really nice. It's quiet, cozy, and has a great atmosphere for a relaxed dinner! The portions are also huge Our server was wonderful from start to finish. He was friendly, attentive, and checked on us often without being overbearing. The service was honestly the best part of the experience. We started with the Sichuan calamari, and this was easily the highlight of the meal. It was perfectly crispy, the glaze had just the right amount of sweetness and heat, and the seasoning gave it a nice kick without overpowering the calamari. It was one of the best calamari dishes I've had and definitely raised my expectations for everything that followed. Next was the tenderloin bruschetta, and unfortunately this one just didn't work for me. The flavors didn't come together, and it was much saltier than it needed to be. It felt like there were too many things happening on the plate without much balance. I wouldn't order it again. For the entrées, the Chilean Sea Bass was very good. The fish was flaky and cooked well, the risotto was creamy, and the sauce brought everything together without being too heavy. It was one of the stronger dishes we ordered. The lobster stuffed ravioli was another solid choice. The filling was generous, there was plenty of lobster on top, and the vodka sauce complemented everything nicely without taking over. It was rich but still well balanced. We also tried the New Zealand rack of lamb. This one had mixed reviews at our table. It wasn't as tender as I was hoping, but I didn't dislike it and again I didn't love it! The blackened exterior and the wine reduction gave it good flavor, but it just wasn't particularly memorable. My favorite entrée ended up being the tomahawk pork chop. The pork itself was juicy, flavorful, and cooked really well. I wasn't a huge fan of the pineapple bourbon glaze since I didn't think it added much to the dish, but the quality of the meat made up for it. We also had the strawberry spinach salad, which was fresh and a nice lighter option alongside all the richer dishes. Then there was also a side dish with green beans and almond and again no complains there. Overall, I left feeling a little conflicted. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere was great, and the portions were very generous. The food itself was a mix of really good dishes and others that completely missed the mark. After such an incredible start with the calamari, I expected the rest of the meal to be on the same level, but it just never got there. I'm glad we tried it, but I don't think it's a place I'd rush back to.

Second time here and it never disappoints! Food and cocktails are both excellent! The service is…read morefriendly and attentive. It's an easy going environment with plenty of TV s for sports viewing.

We selected this spot because we were meeting an out of town guest and we didnt want to have to…read morefight main street traffic. For anyone who is in the area this is the old Bobo China building. They have a patio that sits on the West side of the building. Although it was 80 we elected to sit inside. They have an extensive beer list and I was excited to see multiple Cider beers! I selected the one suggested by the server that tastes like an orange blue moon. It was very good. The two other people in the party selected Miller lite on tap. The beer is very cold! They have happy hour prices on the appetizers so we ordered boom boom shrimp, fried pickles and the whipped feta. All were very good. Table and chairs were a little uncomfortable but the mural on the wall was cool. Highly recommend!

Naomi and Faith were such dedicated and professional hostesses! I went to watch the US game in the…read moresoccer World Cup last night, and they treated us with such respect and kindness, always smiling even though they were packed and had a long wait.

Taylor at Rowdy Cowboy is exactly what great service is supposed to look like. She's sharp,…read morequick-witted, and actually pays attention to what's going on around her--something that clearly isn't consistent across the rest of the floor. While other servers seemed more focused on socializing with regulars than doing their jobs, Taylor stood out immediately. She stayed engaged, checked in at the right times, and made sure everything was handled without needing to be asked twice. That's not luck--that's professionalism. She brings a mix of intelligence and humor that makes the experience better without being forced or over the top. More importantly, she executes. Orders are right, timing is right, and the overall experience feels intentional--not neglected. If you're going to Rowdy Cowboy, don't leave it to chance. Ask for Taylor by name. She's an asset to that place, and based on what I saw, she's setting a standard others there aren't meeting

Sunday brunch stop- here is what we liked. * short wait for…read morea table of 6. * Charismatic wait person * The buttermilk biscuits were solid good, little dry but good. Butter and honey made it a good appetizer * The chicken tenders were crisp and juicy and I love to dip mine in gravy versus a sauce so this was perfect. * Thought the greens were flavorful and a nice side. *Chicken and waffle was a nice plate- same chicken tenders as above. *Nice cocktail list- as they have a full bar. What could have been better. *Booth seating for 6 was a little crowded but not a big issue. * Was a little pricey but considering the area and it was good, not a big deal.

Guys don't be fooled by all the good reviews. This place is really bad…read more The waiter straight up told us specific things NOT to get. Save your money and go somewhere else or make these meals at home.