Love this place! Came in here last weekend and sat outside for a warm spring evening. We did make a reservation somewhat last second, but were easily able to get an outdoor table. We actually got to the restaurant a little bit early and they ended up seating us outside, which was perfect. For food, I had the fried chicken sandwich with french fries and mac & cheese. My girlfriend had the chicken sandwich as well, so we each got a different side. The chicken was perfectly cooked without being overly greasy or oily. The french fries were delicious, and the macaroni and cheese was heavenly. Our server was very friendly and intensive to our needs. I felt like our food came out very quickly. Overall great time here and can't wait to come back. Love going to this place in Cincinnati as well, so I was very happy when they opened one up in Columbus. read more

The Eagle Short North - Fried Chicken Sandwich - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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My visit to The Eagle was solid. I ordered the Southern Chopped Salad and honestly it was the highlight of the meal. Everything tasted fresh and balanced, the chicken was seasoned well, and the mix of greens, corn, tomatoes, and that dressing all came together really nicely. It was one of those salads that actually feels like a full meal, not just something you grab on the side. The inside was quiet I went in just as they opened I believe. Service-wise, it was just alright. My server wasn't bad, but they were in the middle of a team meeting, so I was kind of left on an island for a bit waiting on things. It wasn't enough to ruin the experience, though. Overall the food carried everything and I'd still call it a good visit. read more

The Eagle Short North - Southern Chopped Salad - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Stopped by for dinner this weekend with a friend and had a great meal! She recommended the Southern chopped salad and I really enjoyed it. The apricot martini was also a hit! I didn't know what to expect but the flavor was really refreshing. The sweet potatoes were great because they weren't too sweet, despite the marshmallow topping. Another lovely time at the Eagle! read more

The Eagle Short North - Sweet Potato Crock - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We doordashed it to our hotel and it was great! I used to live in Cincy and this was my go-to spot, so coming back to Ohio 3 years later, I HAD to get it. My favorite is the spoonbread and fried chicken sandwich. My only recommendation and I should have known better, is to go to the restaurant because it's so fresh and delicious! read more

If you're in the mood for some finger licking fried chicken, you need to go to The Eagle! Their chicken is absolutely delicious, crispy, and the spicy hot honey sauce that comes with it is an absolute game changer! On top of the amazing chicken, all of their sides are fantastic! This is a great choice for a larger group of friends or family since everything is served family style and the portions definitely reflect that Go give The Eagle a try! read more

The Eagle Short North - Kale Salad - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Stopped in for dinner with a group. There are a lot of options for beverages on the menu. We asked how many drinks were included in a pitcher and our server said it was as many drinks as people ordering. We thought that was a little strange and ended up ordering single beverages since it didnt seem to have value to order a pitcher. We tried a couple apps like the buffalo dip and asked if there were other options for dipping since a member of our group can't eat fried chips. We were told no but when the food was delivered we asked again and we were told yes and recieved some bread. The entree options were all good especially the shrimp and grits. Overall we enjoyed our food. read more

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After going into five restaurants with a wait of an hour and a half to close to 2 hours, we walked in The Eagle almost defeated and ready to walk back over to Shake Shack for a to go meal, The Eagle has a wait of about 20 minutes. However, the "belly gods" heard our bellies and opened 5 seats at the bar. Initially we planned to sit at the bar and wait for a table but no need since the food menu was the same. I ordered the chicken blt sandwich. It looked like a good portion size so I didn't add anything to it. However, my dining companions ordered sides and shared them everyone so I was able to try the fries (yum-not overly salty but the first order came out cold so we waited for hot fries), another had spoon bread which was cornbread served in a round skillet (very delicious-not dried out and perfect with the honey butter). Four out of five of us ordered cocktails. Three ordered lemon drops and loved it so much, they ordered a second round. I enjoyed my Maple Old Fashioned made with bourbon so one glass was good for me. :) I liked that they had indoor and outdoor seating. It was a little too cold for us on the Saturday evening we were in town but it's a nice space to hang out with family and friends. read more

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We had a fabulous early Dinner after Hops on High. We were so fortunate to get in quickly. Our server Claudia was wonderful. We enjoyed the Hot Chicken Dip appetizer. It did not lack in Spice. We were amused that Claudia even offered extra salt, pepper or hot sauce... like what? The food is seasoned perfectly. Daddins had the braised pulled pork sandwich.. it was enormous. He gratefully didn't order any extra sides. Cohort got the grilled herbed chicken which got raves from him. I enjoyed the half portion of the Southern salad. One of the best salads I've ever eaten! Black eyed peas, green beans, roasted chicken, corn... it was the South in my mouth! Definitely want to come back to try the fried chicken and biscuits. read more

The Eagle Short North - Southern Salad, chicken dip, pulled Braised Pork Sandwich - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

So delicious, the outdoor patio vibe is super fun and our server was really attentive and awesome. We got the half chicken, which was great. Very good amount of meat on everything and the hot honey is the perfect accent. We also ordered the Mac and cheese, biscuits, hush puppies and burnt ends. Mac is delicious but definitely rich, get some hot sauce to help cut it! Biscuits are solid, I could eat the jam with a spoon, easily the best part of the dish. Hush puppies were great and very fresh. Burnt ends were just ok, not really my favorite dish anywhere but this was a decent version. Really really good spot to hit after a buckeye game, will always be on my list! read more

When visiting OSU for family weekend- we were able to make a reservation at The Eagle with ease! We are from Cincinnati so we know it is a tried and true favorite- but it was still fun to try another location. This was all of our first time trying the nachos and WOW- I can't believe what we've been missing out on! Everything was delicious per usual- and the service was great despite being super crowded for family weekend/homecoming at Ohio State! read more

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Service: waitress was nice, but just doing her job type. Not very attentive, I found myself waiting for waters for quite sometime. Ambiance/Atmosphere: beautiful outside patio, smaller inside. A nice bar and clean. You can tell this is more of a hangout and be outside sort of restaurant and not necessarily for families. Of course it is family friendly, just painting a picture of his proposed groups. Food: The chicken sandwich was the highlight of the meal, it was delicious. Crispy, juicy, flavorful, and on a nice bread. The Cole slaw was heavy on the mayo, but it was a nice taste and complemented the dry bread well. This is a definite order. Burger was not good. The bacon jam was a pleasant tasting topping and a subtle sweet, the cheese was a quality cheese and the toppings fresh. The bun was nothing special, but good. The burger patty is when this fell apart. Dry, overcooked, and not a pleasant tasting patty. I'd recommend skipping this. Mac n cheese was good. Creamy, flavorful, and a nice bread crumb topping. Nothing out of this world, but above average restaurant Mac n cheese. If you like Mac n cheese, I'd recommend giving this a try. Hush puppies were delicious. Crispy outside, fluffy soft inside, and flavorful. These were another highlight of this meal and I found myself wiping out the whole tray. The sauce they come with is alright, but I'd do without. I'd definitely recommend this dish. Chicken cheese dip was fine. Spicy, creamy, ok flavor this was not my favorite. It wasn't bad, but when I was told this was a highlight, after giving it a try I would have said it was a joke. If spicy is your thing you may enjoy this, but for the average eater just looking for an appetizer, I'd definitely look into other options. read more

Went there tonight for dinner for a birthday celebration. We sat at the bar. Our Bartender/Waiter was Ethan. He was awesome. Great conversation and he was very polite. I've been to this location 5-6 times and have never had an unpleasant experience. Highly recommend. read more

Nisey gave absolutely some of the best service I have ever received and talking to Danny was great very cool guy and enjoyed it a lot Food was so good I 100% recommend the burntends read more

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Came in for a late lunch on Saturday with the family and had a great experience! Our server was wonderful and all the food came out so fast and hot. The inside was cute with a picnic style interior, and the patio would be so nice once the weather warms up. Every thing we ordered was absolutely delicious and we will definitely be back! read more

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The service that Vincent and Danny provided was excellent. And the food was just what we expected , a southern flare. The establishment was so clean and quaint . Definitely recommend! read more

We showed up at 6:30 for my son's 19th birthday dinner. They said 75 minute wait. Ok fine. We walked downtown and bought stuff, came back at 7:40pm. "Hey it's been almost 75 minutes, think we can eat?" They said well we have reservations at 7:30pm that haven't shown we're gonna wait five more minutes to see if they do. Ok fine. We walked away for ten more minutes to come back. They then say 'ok yea we'll get you a table'. Another guy comes in says he had a reservation. They try and give him our table! But he says he wants bar inside. So we sit at 7:55pm. The waitress is pleasant we order at 8:00pm. At 8:35pm our food is delivered to the table next us! And the runner is asking "whose salad is this" etc the table is like 'we're missing this and that'. No, you gave them our food. So the customers literally hand our plates to us from the next table. The runner apologizes to them! Omg. Now it's awkward even worse. They have pushed me and my two 19&21 yr old sons into the drunk Ohio state crowd we didn't want. The site was asks if it's ok we're like sure but she sees I'm kinda mad. The food is good but 20 degrees colder than it should be even if it's "cold out". They seemed really stressed. The eagle has become a bar with food. It used to be great food with some drinks. Don't hold a reservation because we drove an entire hour to be there. You literally gave up seats to no one. We always tip 25% ask your waitress. The service is really where you messed it up. The food was still ok other than the temperature. read more

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My visit to The Eagle was absolutely outstanding, everything was perfect. I would go over each food item but if I'm being honest it was all amazing, the chicken was crispy, the Mac and cheese had a ton of flavor, the fries had a perfect balance of crisp and potato insides, and the biscuits were smooth and delicious. Everyone at the place was super friendly especially our server Lasha, he brought our food out quick, showed us the menu, and even had a sense of humor. The restaurants environment was perfect on the inside and out, the outside had a bunch of greenery, and the inside gives off a rustic vibe. Overall I loved my visit here and anything below 5 stars is just criminal. read more

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2 words Cornbread Croutons I love them and have only had a few places. They are in the Kale Salad. They also have big drinks. A great late dinner and I would def. go again. The bar seating was good and our bartender was friendly. read more

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Came here with my friends. We had a Sunday night reservation. They were very accomodating in providing my son a booster and high chair. We did not find street parking, so parked at the nearby garage. We ended up getting the drums (5), and ordering the mashed potatoes, biscuits, spoonbread, and mac and cheese as sides. This was enough food for two adults and a toddler. We also got the sweet tea, which is as sweet as how the South would make it, but a good addition to the meal. I enjoyed the spoonbread the most along with thr chicken. I personally did not like the horseradish flavor on the mashed potatoes. The biscuits and mac and cheese were okay too. Overall, a good spot for a fried chicken dinner with all the sides you could want. read more

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Came here for their happy hour, which was lacking in options, however, everything we got was delicious. Great outdoor space and indoor space. read more

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The manager michelle tonight was very helpful when we needed to swap out a drink. She also gave great suggestions on other things. Thank you for adding to a great experience for us! read more

What a positive first experience at the Eagle. We came through for a dinner to celebrate an OSU graduation. We were a party of 8 so they placed us in a semi-private room in the back near the kitchen. Our server was super attentive and very knowledgeable about the menu. He had a whole spiel that he ran through in the beginning. The real shining star moment was when the GM came over to chat with our table. One member of our party had celiac disease. For those that do not know this means they can absolutely not eat gluten without getting terribly ill. As it turns out the GM also has celiac disease and came over to chat through options with us. He also accommodated us by working with the kitchen to cook proteins in a separate pan in a special way to avoid cross-contamination. It's not often you see people willing to accommodate someone so fiercely. It left an impact on me. So thank you to that manager and the staff that helped us. Food was fantastic. I think everyone loved what they ordered. Hush puppies were a big hit at our table. Fries were great. And I loved my fried chicken sammie. We'd definitely return! read more

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If you want really good comfort food in Columbus, then you have to go to The Eagle. We have been to this place twice and both times the food was just delicious, every single dish. Just writing this review makes me want to have some fried chicken. Highly recommend that you make a reservation. This place can get pretty busy. We made reservation both times and were seated right away. The last time we went, we were a party of 9. They set us at a private area, which was really nice. It seemed like we had the restaurant to ourselves. The staffs were friendly and very accommodating. We were celebrating a birthday and the birthday boy doesn't drink. I asked the server if they can bring something with a candle to wish him a happy birthday. Our server indicated that since the birthday boy did not drink and that they don't have desserts, they can bring a spoonbread with a candle, on the house. Usually you can get a free shot for your bday. All the staffs were super sweet. Ok, now for the food. As I stated before, everything was delicious. You really can't go wrong with any items. We ordered the whole fried chicken, mac and cheese, biscuits, spoonbread and mashed potatoes. My favorite was the chicken, of course, flavored to perfection. My least favorite was the mashed potatoes, and yet it was still good. Oh I almost forgot about the Sweet Iced Tea. It's soooo good. Can't wait to visit again and try other items on the menu. read more

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Waiter added lemonade by mistake, didn't refill water that was originally asked for and charged for the lemonade. Chicken was good. Lemonade was mid tasted like syrup according to the people at the table who actually ordered it. read more

The food here was great! I really enjoyed the yams, burnt ends, chicken blt and the Mac and cheese. We also preferred the shrimp and grits! They were Fire!! Service was great! read more

Went here with a very large group of people to celebrate a big birthday. They have a party room available for up to 18, and it was the perfect private spot. No rental charge or minimum order. Their family meal is the way to go if you have a large group. $22/person with at least 6 people eating it. Multiple appetizers, entrees and sides come with it. You get a taste of almost everything on the menu. Great southern food. Highly recommend for large groups; their service was great. read more

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The Eagle is freakin' delicious. It reminds me of a lot of the Southern restaurants I used to love when I was younger with lots of focus on smokier flavors and comfort food. Their fried chicken is definitely the stand-out here with a multi-hour brine that REALLY makes their chicken stand out compared to anything else. We've been to other The Eagle locations, and it's on-par, food-wise and drink-wise, with other Eagle locations. You'll feel comfortable here if you know the chain. PROS: -Seriously, their fried chicken is freakin' fantastic. It's near perfect, and if you're a chicken person, this is reason enough to stop into the Eagle. -But if you aren't a fried chicken person, the sides are where it's at. Unlike most restaurants where "sides" are this often-ignored part of the menu, the "sides" are some of the main courses here if you aren't getting fried chicken. They don't phone it in, though. All of the sides we got were abso-frickin'-lutely delicious with gigantic portion sizes that you could share with others. I'd say most of the sides are portioned for two people to share. -Mac and Cheese has a deep, smoked cheese flavor that's heavy and delicious. It pairs perfectly with the smoked flavors of a lot of the dishes. -French fries are good! They could be thicker (they're the thinner style of fries), but very well salted and yummy. -Homemade biscuits are worth ignoring the rest of the menu and just getting the biscuits. They are some of the best I've had with that blackberry jam. -A ridiculous rainstorm (flooding the sidewalks and streets) came down 10 minutes before our reservation. They were happy to push back our reservation when we couldn't make it exactly on-time. -Decent beer menu if you're a beer person. It looks like it changes often, so you'll have to be in-restaurant to view it. -Service was good! She was clearly busy with multiple tables, but she stopped in often, and our waters never went dry. She was very friendly. Zero complaints. -The outdoor area is gigantic, and I'm sad it was raining when we came. I'd love to sit out there sometime. (It is not covered from rain or sun.) CONS: -I looooooove that they offer Sweet Potato Crock. I never see this in restaurants - ever! But the sweet potato half could definitely use a bit of brightening. It's good as-is, but some nutmeg or cinnamon could really brighten it up even more. read more

Great vibe with lovely art pieces inside the joint. Two stories with different atmospheres features on each level. Great to watch the game, have drinks or connect with friends. Food was decent - tasty. Private seating is available and looks spacious. read more

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One of the many restaurant options down in the Short North. This one is known for fried chicken and "southern" fare. Environment is super casual and service seemed pretty good. We ordered a half chicken, fries, and collard greens but nothing was super standout. Chicken was good, small pieces but pretty normal southern fried chicken. Fries were good and the aioli that came along was also pretty good. Collard greens were fairly standard. For the cost and being "known" for chicken, I just wasn't impressed. Its a pretty standard chicken shop dressed as a more casual sitdown restaurant. read more

The Eagle Short North - Half Fried Chicken - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

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Always a fan of the Eagle!! We each got 1/4 dark chicken and the sides we shared were the Mac n cheese which is AMAZING, spoon bread, collards, and sweet potato crock. The collards had a little kick to them which was tasty! Honestly would come here more except the prices are a little steep for what you get. It's all good tasting food, but the prices are meh. If you share one side with 4 people total, there's usually only enough for like one large spoonful. If you wanted to eat just yourself and get chicken and one side, the cheapest combo would be $15 but usually more, not including drinks. I wish they offered some sort of combo deal with chicken and two sides! Service was great per usual. read more

The Eagle Short North - Chicken and sides - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

We were back in Columbus for a Buckeyes game, and of course we couldn't leave without going back to our favorite restaurant here! We walked then 1.5 miles after the game to beat the crowds, and snagged a seat at the cozy bar. We ordered their maple old fashions, which were delectable and perfect. Then, we shared a bunch of dishes - the spoonbread (sinfully good), mac and cheese (the perfect combination of cheeses), the kale salad (possibly the best salad I have ever had with the most to-die-for cornbread croutons), and of course, the fried chicken sandwich. I feel like I have been so disappointed by so many fried chicken sandwiches in my life because I compared them all to this fried chicken sandwich. This one is just perfect - the meal is quality and fresh, it's fried to perfect, the bun is perfectly crisp, and the accompaniments are just perfect. It cannot be beat. Literally already DYINGGGG to come back to Columbus just for this restaurant. read more

The Eagle Short North - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

My 2nd time trying the Eagle. The service and ambiance were great, it's a good place to hang. The food was pretty good, the shrimp and grits had a lot of flavor and so did the collard greens. The sweet potato and mac and cheese were okay, but a little underwhelming for southern comfort. The biscuits and chicken were great, I used hot honey on the chicken and it was a great choice. I definitely would get it again, but it wouldn't be my first choice for southern comfort/soul food. 7.9/10 read more

The Eagle Short North - Homemade Biscuits,Collards, Shrimp and Grits, Sweet Potato CrockSweet, 1/2 Chicken. - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Heidi was our server and she was absolutely AMAZING! She was very attentive as it was our first time in and explained all the off menu options that were available. The food was PHENOMENAL, the atmosphere was very cozy and inviting. I definitely recommend The Eagle to anyone that loves good food, and a welcoming vibe! read more

So first time dining here, heard their fried chicken was spot on. Overall I definitely loved their chicken, crisp and crunchy, basic seasoning but delish. I had the Mac&Cheese as my side and definitely was the best Mac&Cheese I have had dining out. Cavatappi pasta in a cheesy bechamel sauce with toasted crumbles, very good. Assortment of local brews on tap, service was spot on. If you're ever craving fried chicken, give this place a shot! read more

The Eagle Short North - 1/2 chicken, Mac & Cheese, Succotash, and fried Chicken sandwich...delish - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Made reservations for dinner. Had wanted to try this place out for some time. we were seated immediately, upstairs. plenty of seating area and the upstairs even had its own bar. we started with the hushpuppies. delightfully sweet with a great texture. the dipping sauce that accompanied was great as well. I tried the chicken pieces. I must say they were good, but did not blow mw away as they were a bit dry. The stars of the show were the side dishes. We decided to split each side as they were very large portions. Horseradish mashed potatoes were delightful. nice little punch that kept you wanting more. Sweet potatoes were sweet, but not overly done, great char on the marshmallows that topped the dish. Succotash had a robust flavor that kept you coming back for more and included a good variety of vegetables. Lastly the Mac N Cheese was piping hot and had plenty of sauce. A great crisp provided by the topping was the cherry on top. read more

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I have had nothing but great experiences at The Eagle! The staff is so friendly and the food is amazing. I love the casual atmosphere that still serves great food. My favorite menu items are the sweet potato crock, the spoonbread, and the summer salad. I would highly recommend getting a bunch of sides and splitting with friends. Definitely check out The Eagle next time you're in the Short North! read more

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The Eagle has hands down the best traditional fried chicken in Columbus. We have been here a few times, and each time the chicken was warm and crispy, made fresh, and cooked to perfection. To top the delicious chicken, all the sides I have had here are fantastic. On our last visit, we had a large group, which the restaurant was able to accommodate very efficiently. As an FYI, for groups larger than 8, you should call the restaurant in advance. Our group was seated in our own private room, which was nice. The ambiance at the Eagle is rustic yet comfortable, and the private rooms can easily accommodate parties of up to 12. Our server and her group of helpers were helpful and patient with our party as several of us took our time to place our separate orders. On this trip, we ordered a whole chicken (best value), along with sides of spoonbread, mashed potatoes, mac & cheese, white cheddar grits, hush puppies, homemade biscuits, and a kale salad. While all of these sides were great, the spoonbread and the kale salad were my personal favorite (and I don't even like kale). I always look for reasons to go to The Eagle. None of our visits have disappointed so far, and I look forward to many more dining experiences here. read more

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Heidi was the best! she was great and really paid attention to my kids, which is a plus She was very attentive and checked on us every few minutes to make sure we was good! We are definitely coming back read more

My family was coming in town for my birthday weekend and they haven't been yet. The eagle doesn't get enough credit in Columbus in my opinion. They have such great food, drinks, and service also the best fried chicken in short north. I have came here before for my birthday a few years ago with my friends. We started off Hushpuppies which have great flavor, a bit spicy from the peppers and bit sweet from the corn. My boyfriend and I ordered the chicken sandwich, which was delicious. We ordered the fries to go along with it (all the sides are a la carte) My family ordered the chicken and it was amazing! The chicken has great flavor and spices but also not heavily breaded which was surprisingly good! They loved the mac and cheese with breadcrumbs - its a must side dish order! read more

The Eagle Short North - Mac & Cheese - American Near Me - Columbus, Ohio

Based on what I've read, I'm going to be in the minority here but I feel strongly that this review needs to be posted. This is my first trip to The Eagle and I went based on a friend's recommendation. To say I was disappointed is an understatement. There were very few people in the dining area on an early Sunday afternoon, while the surrounding establishments were packed - that should have been a warning sign. I ordered the Fried Chicken BLT which is described as having a fried chicken breast - it's not. It's a fried chicken cutlet, and it was soggy, thin and overcooked. No crispiness at all. The lettuce greens were wilted, and the tomato was mush. For $14 with no sides, it's an overpriced sandwich disaster. My friend ordered some fried chicken and the mac and cheese. Three pieces of chicken came out - the chicken legs were dark brown and soggy. The thigh was lighter but also soggy. I'm not sure if there's an oil problem in the kitchen (e.g. temperature and/or age) but we should have sent it back. The mac and cheese was soupy and bland. The service was great, but no server should be asked to bring out substandard fare. No need to ever revisit this establishment, and I encourage diners to explore other options. read more