What a find! Everything about our dinner at The Cottage was 5-star. Our server Peter was top-notch, and the live music by Lyle created the perfect vibe, acoustic songs you can sing along to without being so loud you can't talk. The Food: The broccoli cheddar soup is a must-try (so unique!), and the hazelnut prawns were magnificent. My husband loved his cod - it was incredibly buttery. Don't skip the cheesecake and French press coffee! The Bonus: Even the bathrooms are impressive! Roomy, private single stalls that are clean and stocked with breath mints. It's those little details that make this place a gem. We will definitely be back! read more

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The cottage is one of my favorite brunch spots! I have tried to many dishes and they're all consistently great. They also have tons of cocktail options too. This particular day we got to sit next to the fireplace in the big comfy chairs. It has such a warm and cozy atmosphere. They do also have outside covered dining as well with heaters in case it isn't warm outside. My personal fav is the eggs Benedict on a CROISSANT! The quiche is also a favorite go to with a little side salad for balance. BIG Shout out to Michelle! She is 5/5 on service and made our experience so much fun. Perfect spot for weekend brunch when you want to slow down and enjoy your weekend! read more

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Short Rib Hash: very filling, flavorful, juicy and tender! Topped it off with their homemade mango hot sauce (perfect hint of spice). Service: attentive, knowledgeable, prompt and engaging. Ambiance: cozy, spacious, and welcoming. Definitely coming back for brunch with the ladies! read more

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Firstly, the place is absolutely pretty and fine dine. The business gets pretty busy, so plan accordingly. Service was good too. The lemonade was very refreshing, and the strawberry Matcha was yumm. Coming to the food, to me it was off. The vegan biscuits and gravy came with an egg? Was totally turned off by that, considering it was vegan. Had to request for a new one. In the artichoke dip, I could hardly feel the artichoke and I didn't really like it. The pricing was pretty steep, and I personally didn't feel that it was worth it. The vibe however was great, super nice ambiance too. Not sure if I didn't get the right dishes but I didn't really have a great experience! read more

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What a cute place for date! Food & drink: (4/5) I was craving something meaty so I got the cottage burger. It really hit the spot! I loved the bun that they use and their bun to meat ratio is good as well (I hate it when it's too bready). Was this the best burger I've ever had? I wouldn't say so, but it was still pretty good. I was kind of sad when they forgot the truffle oil on my fries but it wasn't a big deal to me. The fries themselves were very addicting, crisp, and well salted. I really wanted to try their espresso martini, but since I was driving I got the zero proof pomegranate ginger press. Loved it! It was tangy, fruity, definitely gingery, perfect to cut through your meal. Service: (5/5) They are SO attentive here! It's a smaller, more intimate space and the staff make it feel even homier. Other notes: I would make a reservation if you're going during high traffic meal times since it's a tight fit. There's also a free parking garage across the street if you can't find street parking. read more

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Tried their brunch Tuesday The service was great, the Americano coffee was very good . I ordered the regular eggs Benedict & wife order the croissant Benedict. Their potatoes were excellent. Unfortunately my English muffin was dark and broke off like a cracker. The bacon on mine as well as wife's was overcooked and not easy to chew. Hopefully next time those will be better. read more

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One of my favorite spots for brunch in the area! The Cottage has such a cozy, welcoming vibe, perfect for lazy weekend mornings. The food is consistently fresh and flavorful--I especially love their avocado toast and lemon ricotta pancakes. Everything feels thoughtfully prepared and satisfying. The staff are friendly and attentive, making the whole experience feel warm and relaxed. Whether you're going for a casual brunch with friends or a little treat-yourself morning, The Cottage never disappoints. Highly recommend! read more

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While staying at McMenamins up the street, we came here upon a recommendation meaning to only have a drink at the bar but ended up staying for dinner and a couple rounds. A reservation is highly recommended although we did get lucky and snagged to stools at the bar top. The bartenders were super friendly. There was live music and it was really good. The burgers were amazing and we also ordered the plate of veggies which were delicious. Such an elevated cozy vibe here. read more

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We have never tried this place even though m regularly doing business nearby sometimes in the same parking lot. It always seemed like a trendy expensive wine bar and our trip confirmed that opinion. But I'm really glad that we did try it and it made the wife happy after adult children returned home after Christmas. It was a great "first date" to celebrate our renewed empty nestness. Resy had a great Amex credit that we had to use up so we got a little decadent. Started with Happu hour and an early seating. It was mellow and seated right away . Our server was great, talkative, and good sense of humor. Sorry I forgot to ask his name. We started with a house wine and Pilsner. Got seconds later. Along with charcuterie board. I liked it very much but could have used more crackers and maybe some olives or something?! Very good cheese trio. The mulled pear spinach salad was excellent and when we said we would split it they took the care to plate it individually! Tasty yet slightly overdressed. She got the braised short ribs and they were fantastic with artisan carrots and a mash. Perfectly seasoned and salt level. I got the chicken cordon bleu which I love even though an old time avg dish. I make good one at home so it's like comfort food to me. Theirs was elegant, sliced in pieces, yet heavily sauced with an extremely rich sauce and I think prosciutto instead of jamon. This all made it very tasty but too rich for me to finish. The sprouts were good but I make better ones and eat them a lot. Personally I think a simple green bean or simple green veggie would be the calm partner to such a rich cordon blue. But they brought the flavor to upscale this very avg dish! She succumbed to dessert with the apple crisp and added ice cream. Needed the ice cream!! It was ok but my wife makes a much nicer apple crisp especially when our Asian pear trees are fruiting!! Overall I was surprised that most all of this experience lives up to the hype I see here regularly. We noticed young couples and families coming in for the HH experience but they kept it simple and just light compared to our choices. We could not finish all the food we ordered and the bill was up there!! We might not be back regularly due to that but it's worthy of a splurge for sure! For a restaurant in one of downtown Bothell's oldest and run down buildings, they have done a lovely job decorating and ambience to make you forget that when you are inside! Including an elegantly winter worthy outdoor tent seating. This building was old when I was around in high school in the 80s and it's eventually going to be developed I'm sure. Go try The Cottage if you haven't. read more

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Im updating this review with a new menu item in mind. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip and were informed it just got changed to a Buffalo artichoke dip. My partner LOVED it, and I like my dips a little chunkier, but the flavor was good. The chips were excellent. We split the butternut sage ravioli, and it was the perfect amount since it ran a little sweet. Loved the roasted pumpkin seeds! Clean cozy vibes, as always, albeit a little loud. Good service. read more

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We went to the cottage on a Saturday morning for breakfast. I was impressed by the place as soon as I entered the restaurant. It has a very nice cozy and rustic vibe which is quite relaxing. We ordered the baked French toast and vegan tofu scramble. Both were well prepared and we enjoyed the food a lot. Place is on the expensive side compared to other places but then food, service and ambiance compensated for it. I liked the place and will visit again. read more

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I had visited The Cottage back on 3/25/25 for another group event and was really amazed with the hospitality, service, dining area, and the food/bev served. After regaling my amazement, it was decided to make reservations for brunch. Yesterday (5/3/25) I finally met up with fellow Yelp Elite and IGer, Carol C. Again, both the outdoor covered and indoor dining/bar areas were full...at 930 Saturday morning! Service was friendly, waitperson was able to answer various questions to steer us in the right direction to decide on menu items, items came out in good time, and we were checked upon periodically while we were onsite. Carol C. decided on French press coffee service and the Eggs Benedict with hash browns. I decided to try the Short Rib Hash again. Because The Cottage started awhile back as a coffee purveyor, they know their roasts well as the coffee service came with a hourglass timer. We polished off our respective entrees and which spoke well for both the FOH and BOH/kitchen crew in their joint execution for brunch service. Flavorful and nice presentation visually. However, there's some things to mention as pro tips to consider: *Reservations are highly encouraged. There is a time limit and also penalty if one does not show up or cancel a reservation. *Give adequate time to arrive and find parking. Street parking and the shared lot can get pretty full with other businesses nearby or activities happening in downtown Bothell. I imagine they are popular for all meal service including happy hour. *Carol wished her English muffins were toasted more. I am glad they allowed over easy vs hard cooked eggs atop my short rib hash. I wished my entree was hotter in temperature and had the fingerling potatoes as experienced before, versus the fried hash browns or shoestring potatoes provided. Yes, it provided crunch, but I prefer substance as my first meal of the day and with that $28 price before tax and tip. *It did get pretty loud with all the lively collective convos going on. We ended up ordering and eating within the hour and headed to a nearby indie cafe for better conversation ability. *Menu items are a bit of a splurge. However, that seems to be reflective of today's economy and quality of ingredients. Speaking for myself, better late than never to finally discover The Cottage. Great gem in downtown Bothell! read more

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I LOVE THE COTTAGE. This restaurant is so cozy and fun. Their food is absolutely delicious and their lattes are exquisite. They are huge and have so much yummy flavor. Drinking it is like a warm hug for my tummy. I think my favorite dish right now is the short rib hash and their homemade fresh hummus. The service here is also extremely nice and fast. They take care of you here and everyone makes sure you are having an a great dining experience:) This place is perfect for brunch and happy hour!! They have absolutely delish cocktails and mock tails. Its the yuzu lemonade mocktail for me right now! So refreshing for these sunny days! read more

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Food was good, service was a bit messed up. Went there on a Sunday night for our anniversary. We asked if we could have a seat by the window instead of the small table in the middle of the restaurant. She said she would check because they had people with reservations; hello, you asked if we had reservations when we came in and I had made them a week earlier. And of course one of the tables by the window sat empty the whole time we were there. We ordered the brussel sprouts to start and they came out really quick; wonder if it was because they had been sitting since they were cold. They took them back and made new ones and the manager took them off our bill. When my wife asked for what NA beer they had the server said they didn't have any, but said he would get their list on tap. That was helpful. The meal came out and it tasted fine. My wife had the short ribs and I had the prawns and pasta. We ordered dessert and had the chocolate torte with a scoop of ice cream. A different server came and put a plate down and it was the apple crisp. Our server came and brought ours right after. We were told they were training a new server, which we saw her following the server who brought the wrong dessert. This was not the result of training a new server. Seemed like the servers weren't too engaged. The manager did apologize. read more

Discovered this gem at Camp Yelp. The meatballs were delish! Make sure to check them out! read more

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Mixed feelings about this restaurant. Pros: The restaurant has a very cute, small town vibe. Very clean and elegant. The wait staff seated me quickly without a reservation and my waiter was helpful and nice. My 16oz cappuccino ($8/9) was very tasty, and came out quickly. My friend ordered biscuits and gravy with a mushroom gravy instead of the normal pork one. She said it was very good. Cons: I love creole food, so I ordered the shrimp and grits. The flavor of the sauce was good. However, the grits were not creamy; they came in a gelatinous like mound. The shrimp were also overcooked. I asked the waiter if this is how the dish is normally served, and he said yes. So I definitely wouldn't recommend ordering that, unless you prefer overcooked grits and shrimp. Parking is not good. Most of the spots in the lot are designed for other businesses, and there is minimal street parking. There's something across the street that looks like a lot, but I just had surgery, so that was too far of a walk. Why I won't be back: Overall I enjoyed the experience and would have wanted to try the restaurant on different occasion to give the food another try. However, as my friend and I were wrapping up our conversation (I just had surgery, and this was my first time outside in weeks), I overheard the head waitress/front desk woman tell my waiter" if they want to stay and talk, they can go outside". And when I looked over, she was looking at our table. I understand that restaurants are busy on the weekends, and you want to have a quick turnover. However, there was no line, and I would've been perfectly fine with the waiter coming over and letting us know that they needed to turn over our table for new guests. Customer service is just as important as the food, maybe even more so. I will continue to give my money to a restaurant with good customer service, even if the food is mediocre. I do think that this is a nice establishment with decent food, but based on that comment from the waitress and the 25 minutes drive to come there, I don't plan on being back. read more

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I came for dessert one evening, and ordered a delectable berry cobbler (I believe it was seasonal) and a coffee. I would definitely order this again. We were taken care of well by our server, and the place was decorated nicely. Bathrooms were decent. read more

Super yummy! My girlfriend took me out here for breakfast and we both loved it. I had the banana French toast and it was so tasty. The coffees we both got were also fantastic. It's super cozy spot with outdoor seating too and friendly staff. The lunch and dinner looked good as well so I have to come back for that one day. Real good stuff. read more

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Been here twice on Friday nights. Loved the scenery and lighting. Service is consistent and friendly. I enjoyed the decor and music. The food is on the pricier side for the area, but worth it for the vibe and taste. wine selection and cocktail selection were good! Will definitely be coming back again. Fresh coffee available too -- great way to wrap up the evening. Thank you for lovely date nights! read more

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Jack, our server, was the best! And the food was delicious. We ordered the brussel sprouts, the macrina bread, and the home fries. Filling and affordable! Outdoor seating was comfortable, and the staff could not have been more accommodating. read more

Second time here but first time for brunch! Nothing to run home about but it's nice to have an option for brunch out on the patio even on a cold spring day and even if it rained. There were patio heaters and lighting to keep it bright when it's overcast out. The eggs were done perfectly and the roasted potatoes were seasoned well. The price is reasonable and not too expensive for downtown Bothell and it was busy! Glad we made reservations on a Sunday. read more

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We had a delicious brunch and great service. Loved the fireplace. It was only about 1/3 full, and still the noise level was so bad we couldn't hear each other at a table for 2. I would love to give them 5 stars, but can't because of the noise level. Very interesting brunch menu. I had a hard time picking. I ended up with the mushroom toast and it was fabulous! Great flavors, very complex. My friend had the Turkish eggs and reported it delicious. Very nice almond milk latte. I'd love to go back, but the noise level might keep me away. read more

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Cottage is always a solid spot. The shrimp and grits are great and the hot beverages are fire. I love that they change up menus from time to time or for special events. It's a great spot with a great atmosphere read more

This place is always a hit! Whether it's a girls brunch on the patio with mimosas or a casual coffee with a friend, I always look forward to spending a morning at the Cottage. The service here is wonderful. They are really friendly and always greet customers with a smile. I will say, I usually do double check with them that they got down my order as gluten free/dairy free/whatever substitution because I've had them forget a few times. But otherwise lovely! My friends rave about the quiche! I am gluten free so I love getting the gluten free bagel with lox with eggs on the side. The shrimp and grits is another fave. They have lovely breakfast cocktails alone with a non alcoholic hibiscus tea that I order frequently. Great vibes and a lovely atmosphere! read more

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Great food! Great service and ambiance! Definitely recommend. Try their Shrimp & Grit it's really good. read more

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Came here for breakfast today and it was delicious. We got a wide variety of food and it was overall tasty. The shrimp and grits were rich and had a bit of spice to it. The portion was massive and I got two eggs with it too. The fresh toast was great and not too sweet. The bananas made it even better. The hollandaise was just okay with the scotch egg but the sausage was the best part of it. The hollandaise was a little too tangy in my opinion. I also got a dirty chai latte which was just okay as well. Probably better hot and not iced. Overall, really lovely breakfast. read more

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I was organizing a brunch for my book club and having the WORST time finding a place north of Seattle that would accommodate the diverse dietary needs of our group (some are gluten-free and one who is vegan). The Cottage was the PERFECT place with the perfect menu to satisfy everyone without compromise. The servers were very professional and friendly, going out of their way to take photos of us. The patio was so cute and cozy. The food, the mimosas, and hand crafted espresso beverages were all divine! I wish I took more photos, but we were too busy living our best lives and being in the moment. The reason why I didn't leave 5 stars was because 2 of us asked for bacon extra crispy, and neither order of bacon was particularly crisp. And I also didn't love their voicemail message informing that they don't answer their phone or listen to voicemail. They are only reachable by email and the email wasn't particularly easy to find on the website. That's the only criticism I could give. We had an amazing experience and can't wait to go back. read more

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Met them at Camp Yelp and their food and selection of wines is excellent. Friendly service. Boutique atmosphere. A don't miss experience. read more

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It was AMAZING, they crushed it. Best breakfast we've had in a long time. Hospitality was so warm & gracious - Brittany was personable & engaging. You NEED to eat here!!!! read more

First outing here at The Cottage. Came here for Brunch with the Family today. Nice, cozy spot for a Sunday Afternoon Brunch. The Ambiance was a little loud, but it was expected since it was relatively packed and it is a Sunday. Service was wonderful and relatively swift for a busy day. Coffee was fast and meals quickly followed up. Pacific Lox & Bagel were delicious and very filling. And the Pacific Smoked Salmon Dip was a delicious follow-up after the main course. And the Mocha was solid. Can't wait to come back for future outings, but may want to do so on a day that is less busy. read more

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Great breakfast and lunch spot in Bothell. Really enjoyed the vegan Royale Impossible Burger. The fries were perfect as a side and the iced tea was fresh. Would definitely come back for another. read more

Amazing food! Such a creative menu full of flavor 10/10 recommend to go! We had the avocado toast and mushroom toast read more

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Your experience at The Cottage will highly depend on the time you visit. I went for weekend brunch with my boyfriend and thought it was great! The food was good, the coffee was good, and the service was excellent. However, dinner was a different story. I came here on a Friday night to catch up with some girlfriends, and the restaurant was LOUD. We could not hear each other at all, even though we were in a relatively "quiet" corner. There was a live artist playing music and talking ACROSS the restaurant to other diners, which I found odd. Personally, I would not want to be disturbed by someone with a mic while trying to enjoy a meal with friends. read more

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A cute place for brunch and they have pretty much a full bar here with tons of different alcohol selections. But I ordered an Americano since it was just something I needed at that moment. This place was so busy for lunch but that does tell you one thing, this place is going to be good! Ordered a Caesar salad, short rib hash, and a bowl of soup. Not one item was not delicious and the service here was great! I got asked many times if I needed anything else and they filled my water cup often. The soup I don't know what the ingredients were inside but I seriously thought about the taste and how great it was with the side of bread. Short rib hash was tasty and I love how the hasbrown was crispy and just so good! Yum! read more

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We would like to thank Madison for the thoughtful hand written card that included a $20 gift card, Thank You. We visited on Sunday and arrived when they opened. We were promptly greeted and we chose to sit at the bar near the fireplace. Speaking of the fireplace, the ambiance on that end is so warm and inviting, it makes you feel as if you're sitting down to breakfast in a friend's home. We ordered the eggs Benedict and croissants breakfast sandwich, and both were delicious. As a matter of fact, the hollandaise is one of the best I've ever had. Miss Phoung was our server, and she was amazing. So glad we decided to give them a second try, it was definitely worth it! read more

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Such a cute spot for brunch! Came here with a group of friends after a hike and since we had 2 pups with us, we needed to find a spot that was dog friendly with an outdoor patio. Love the Cottage outdoor patio area! It's covered, heated, and doggo friendly! They event brought over a water bowl which was so nice! Service was friendly and we were seated promptly. Although food did take awhile, because I think our order was lost but they were really nice and so it wasn't too big of a deal. + Chai tea - tasty and comforting in the cold weather + house sausage is soo yummy! Ordered a side with my entree and it was so worth! + croissant french toast with berries - my husband loved this so much! + eggs in yogurt sauce with bread - nicely flavored and is pretty good! Overall, we had a great time here and would come back again for their brunch! Food was solid! read more

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We were so excited to have brunch based on the photos and menu. Everything we order was just sub-par from start to finish but will just highlight the food 1) Turkish eggs- cold, flavorless and bread was at least a day old 2) Quiche- bland we added a ton of salt and pepper the potatoes definitely were pre-cooked and hard stale 3) Bisquits and gravy- biscuits were delicious, gravy was bland and needed a ton of salt & pepper Orange juice was supposedly fresh squeezed tasted like it was from Costco. Overall a huge let down for almost $100 brunch read more

I've been going to The Cottage in Bothell regularly with a friend since 2022. Over time, we couldn't help but notice that younger guests like us consistently received less attentive service than older patrons. We put up with it because the food was usually solid, but after our most recent visit, we will not be going back. We went for brunch to celebrate finishing my first quarter of grad school, and the experience was unacceptable. I was first served apple cider with soap bubbles floating in it. That should've been a red flag, but I brushed it off. Then my turkey Havarti sandwich came out dripping with grease (not a exaggeration litterally dripping), and the tomato bisque was so salty and sour it was inedible, before I had even told my friend my opinion on the soup, when she tried her face scrunched up from the taste. It was impossible to eat a full spoonful without making a face. What made this worse was the service. Our server checked on us once, less than a minute after dropping off the food (before I'd even tasted the soup), and then avoided us for the next 30 minutes. When I finally flagged her down to pay I brought up the soup, her response was, "Well, someone else ate it an hour ago and didn't complain." She offered to replace it, but I declined because I didn't want it to seem like I was fishing for free food. When she came back with the check she again, she brushed it off and handed me a $6 gift card saying, "The chef said maybe it was a little salty, that's it. Next time you should tell me so I can replace it." Meanwhile, we hadn't been checked on, and it honestly felt like she was deliberately avoiding eye contact so I couldn't flag her down I've given The Cottage plenty of chances, but between being treated like an afterthought as younger customers and being served food that shouldn't leave the kitchen, I can't recommend it anymore. read more

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I tried the Scotch eggs and the Turkish eggs. Both pretty tasty dishes. If you're an eggs Benedict fan, the Scotch eggs will do you just fine. Forgot to mention, if you're on a keto journey, this place rocks. read more

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Tip : Make reservations (Note: there is $15 no show fee while reserving) If not, you may have to wait. Ambience 2/5 - A laid-back brunch spot. We had our table by the front door. The floor was strangely vibrating or trembling every thirty minutes. Food (4/5) Coffee (3/5) - Latte was okay. Probably ought to have requested extra hot. Turkish Eggs (4/5) - Flavorful and fresh. Simple savory breakfast with perfectly poached eggs, served over a delicious garlicky yogurt, and finished with a warm spicy butter or olive oil sauce with red pepper flakes. Lemon cheesecake (2/5) - There was very little lemon flavor and an overwhelming amount of cheery syrup. What a paradox Service (3/4) - Our waiter was incredibly friendly. also made frequent check-ins. However, when we asked for salt and pepper, one of the servers acted very rudely and with attitude. read more