Victoria and her team were amazing, and so was the food. Her hospitality was impeccable, it is…read morewhat all restaurants should strive for. We sat inside and the lighting and ambiance was amazing. It was very swanky inside. Management seemed to be doing their job well, the host, bartenders, and chefs all worked as a team that was seamless. Not to mention the food was absolutely delicious. We had the Truffle Fettuccine and Chicken Parm, with Fried Provolone. All were amazing.

Beautiful Atmosphere, Disappointing Food, and Seriously Overpriced…read more I hate writing a review like this because the staff was genuinely amazing, but unfortunately, the food was awful, and at the prices they charge, that's a major problem. We recently visited and our bill came to approximately $170, including a generous 30% tip. I understand that we chose to tip well because our service was good, but spending that kind of money on a meal that left us so disappointed is difficult to justify. Especially when that price approaches what we've paid for a chef's selection at Sienna Tavern in downtown Chicago. Let's start with the $54 filet. I ordered it medium-rare, and it arrived well-done, gray, and completely lacking flavor. It certainly didn't taste like a prime cut of beef, and we honestly questioned whether it was even filet. The accompanying kale was soggy and unappetizing, with roughly five miniature carrots. For $54, we expected something considerably better. The manager working the floor asked how my steak was, and I answered honestly: awful. When I showed her the steak, her response was, "Yeah, we don't know how to cook steak to the correct temperature." We were floored. She then asked if it at least tasted good. Again, I honestly said no. She offered to replace it, which I appreciated, but we'd already been there an hour and fifteen minutes and had somewhere to be. At that point, we didn't want to wait for another meal. Unfortunately, my wife's pappardelle alla ragu was arguably even more disappointing. The noodles were incredibly thick and gummy, reminding us of Amish egg noodles. The ragu was basic at best, with very little short rib to speak of. Our waitress, who was very good, introduced it as their number one seller. That made the experience even more surprising. I'm also a huge Caesar salad fan, and Cafe Navarre has always been a favorite of mine. Sadly, this Caesar salad was tasteless and came with random fried chickpeas that we found unpleasant. I asked them to hold the onions, but I have to ask: Who puts onions on a Caesar salad? The focaccia with goat cheese was excellent and one of the only real highlights of the meal. At $15, the portion felt a little expensive, but the quality was there. My two Grey Goose and orange juice drinks, at $12 each, were surprisingly well-priced and enjoyable. Now, to be fair, the atmosphere and decor were impressive. The restaurant has a beautiful, upscale feel that genuinely reminded us of something you'd find in Chicago. The staff was also friendly and attentive throughout our visit, and I want to give credit where it's due. However, this experience unfortunately continues a pattern we've noticed with NHG restaurants. Each one seems to become more disappointing, and Cascade was another example of a restaurant that felt overpriced and underwhelming. In the end, we didn't eat even half of our food. That's incredibly frustrating when you've spent $170 on dinner. One bright spot came as we were leaving. We ran into another manager whom we'd gone to high school with. He seemed aware of the situation, asked how our experience went, and we explained everything. He profusely apologized and unexpectedly gave us a $25 gift card. That was a very kind gesture, and we genuinely appreciated it. We're willing to give the restaurant another chance when they open their new location near Notre Dame. Hopefully, the food and consistency improve because the potential is clearly there. Bottom line: Great staff, beautiful atmosphere, but the food quality and value were nowhere near what we'd expect for the price. When you're charging $54 for a filet, the execution needs to be exceptional. Unfortunately, this meal fell far short. I hope they take the feedback seriously because we'd genuinely like to see them succeed.

The Jackson Rooftop bar is a great option for a night out with friends. You may have a difficult…read moretime finding seats if you go on a weekend when the weather is nice. They do have a bar inside too. Great views, fun atmosphere. They have Food/appetizer menu. Service is excellent.

The space itself is nice and the rooftop view is a great touch for downtown Elkhart. But the…read moreoverall experience was just okay. When we arrived, there was no signage or direction on how things work--should you seat yourself and wait for service, or go to the bar to order and then find a spot? It was confusing, and a simple sign would go a long way in improving the guest experience. We ended up sitting at the bar. Service was fine, and the drinks were okay--not bad, but nothing memorable either. Jackson's has potential, especially with the rooftop vibe, but there's definitely room for improvement in communication and overall polish.

I ordered a chicken bacon ranch wrap…read more When you walk in you order at a counter, pay for your meal and then pick up your food at the other end of the counter. The smell is great when you walk in. They have smash burgers, chicken sandwiches and wraps. They also have a variety of side dishes to choose from. The staff was very friendly and pleasant to deal with. The wrap was excellent!

We stopped in for the first time on a recent Saturday afternoon. The place is clean and inviting,…read morebut staff wasn't very friendly. No welcome or asking if we had any questions as we gazed at the menu - just stood there patiently waiting to take our order. My husband opted for the smashburger and I ordered the crispy chicken. We ordered fries and the fried pickles to share. Food came out relatively fast and both the fries and pickles were generous - definitely enough to share and we actually ended up taking most of the pickles home (they reheat perfectly in the air fryer). The burger and sandwich were both good and will definitely be back to try something else next time!

A very nice facility at the Bent Oak Golf Club. A great site for the 50th reunion of the '76 high…read moreschool class. The bar, kitchen and service staff provided an excellent appetizer station for a cocktail reception followed by very good table served meal. The appropriate golf themed room with views of a well groomed course was perfect.

We had our 50th High School Class Reunion at 523 Bent Oak restaurant, Elkhart, IN. The aroma, the…read morefood, the atmosphere, & the warm friendly service was impeccable!! I believe because of these factors, my classmates were better able to connect with one other. An awesome evening was had by everyone!!

Being from out of town and here for a work event (and having to move my hotel room three different…read moretimes due to various gross issues I won't get into), I needed a good place to eat! The reviews and menu drew me in, although I hesitated when reading one of the bad reviews. I am so glad I came here! The manager was very accommodating since I didn't have a reservation, and Marianna provided exceptional service (and hand crafted and incredible Mezcal Negroni for me). But the best part was the food! I had the duck and it was outstanding. It was the perfect size, perfectly done, and delightfully presented. If you read a review that doesn't sound quite right, don't let that dissuade you from trying this place out. I don't think you will regret it!

I started with 1 *, I will up it to 2* for the service only- at least through the food delivery-…read moreWhite tablecloths and high expectations. Amuse bouchée- melon and goat cheese, were we in for a treat???!!! As reviews mentions the service is great, Isabella took great care of us, we were worried when she disappeared in the back with the "manager" never to be seen again, not there to close up our table, not there to offer us birthday wishes not there to finish dinner very odd. She asked how the food was, we told her is was overcooked. The manager was listening in - then she disappeared. The recommendation for wine was perfect and that's where the good ends. We ordered tuna on a wonton, which was tasteless lacking flavor, salt, zero umami! The oysters, East Coast were raw, so not hard to screw that one up. We doubled this order for 3 people. We ordered the duck breast - we were told that we could not have the skin crispy, and the duck medium rare as a chef would be unable to do that. So we decided crispy skin and medium cooked duck would be OK. What was served was two slices of duck-contributor yes, two slices. Did we pay for 1/3 of the duck breast? No, we were charged for the full duck breast - Shrink-a-nomics. We also ordered the 'pork ribeye', to temperature, or MR. What we were brought was a grilled-grey-pork loin no ribeye, no fat, no bone. This was served over what was supposed to be polenta. But it was lumpy and flavorless. The flavor profiles of both the duck and the pork were missing, the sauce the jois, everything was off. We had a special signed card to greet us for a birthday welcome- but no offer of dessert or a menu or anything- just a don't let the door hit you on the way out.

The food was second to none ~ Seared Sesame Ahi ~ perfection…read more #trueservice #greatatmosphere This place deserves a second, third, & tenth visit

Only three tables seated but would not sit us at booth. Said was reserved. Nobody ever sat there…read morewhile we ate. Took our drink order then waited over ten minutes for appetizer ORDER. Waitress was more into flirting and touching the guy at the bar. Food was average but not worth the wait or lack of service. Bruschetta bread was rock hard and not of any descent quality. Go to Mr G in Osceola. Better service and same food and yes it was that bad.

Found this place while we were traveling along I-90. Always try to find local one-off restaurants…read more Had the Blackened fish tacos - came with three tacos and signature chips. Tacos had just the right amount of heat and tasted great! Hubby had the Fried Lake Perch basket with chips. Batter on the fish was perfect (not too heavy and not greasy). Next time we're in the area we will return!

These guys have the best chips and ranch that I've ever tasted in my life. It's magnificent ranch…read more Rosemary ranch? We were seated right away. I'm glad they were open a little later than average. I was delighted to eat a smoked brisket burger. That thing must've been 6 inches high. It was a monster. My sweetie loved the fish tacos. They have an amazing wasabi, mayo sauce that goes with them. The middles split a prime rib Mac and cheese. They described it as "real American food" with a smile and a twinkle in their eye. That means it's delicious. It's actually a bacon prime rib, mac & cheese, and they don't even mention the bacon because the prime rib is so good. Very filling. I took a sample and it is probably the best tasting meat augmented mac & cheese I've ever tasted. The smokiness just does something amazing there. I like the background music. I like the barn, Midwest, rustic ambience. It was a delicious experience. I had to share about it online with some Japanese folks because of their recent enthusiasm for American "cheese violence". I asked if that magnificent burger qualifies as "meat violence".

Here's a polished version of your description:…read more A genuine vintage fine-dining experience can be found at The Vine. Greeted by friendly staff the moment you walk through the door of what was once a thriving bank, stepping inside feels like traveling back in time. The century-old building has retained much of its historic charm while creating a unique and inviting dining atmosphere. You won't find safety deposit boxes in the old bank vault anymore. Instead, the vault has been transformed into an intimate dining space, complete with vintage tables and chairs. Wine bottles lining the walls add to the ambiance and whet the appetite, while the distinctive setting creates a perfect balance of relaxed comfort and fine dining elegance. The combination of history, atmosphere, exceptional service, and fine cuisine makes The Vine one of Elkhart's most memorable dining destinations. (Nancy Nicholas)

My husband and I were in town for rv maintenance and were in the mood for some bread, cheese, and…read morewine. I went looking for a wine bar and came up with this place. The decor was cute and the staff was friendly. We ordered fontina and crab dip with some wine. They were both fantastic! The wine selection was unique. We will definitely stop back to try some entrees next time we are in town.

good food and cold beer. liked the tarter sauce and fries were crisp and well seasoned. everyone…read moreenjoyed their meal

Tables were full. I did get my drink timely but to place my order took a while! Getting my food…read moretook even longer. When getting my food, the fries were cold. The bacon cheeseburger wasn't too bad. Maybe I went on a bad day, but I won't be back unfortunately!

I love Kao's! The food is amazing- I don't think you can go wrong here. I ordered the drunken…read morenoodles (medium size) and the flavor is so on point. Highly recommend this gem in downtown Elkhart.

It was sub par. We placed our order and then sat waiting for about 30-45 minutes for an order for…read moretwo. We watched people come and go, and we sat there waiting for a Boba tea for probably at least a half hour to which they finally said we are out of that flavor and didn't even ask us what we wanted but instead just gave us another flavor. The food really wasn't that good. It was just like any other Chinese place out there, but with way more spice. it wasn't enough for me to want to go back.