Went to Fate while roaming around at First Friday. I wasn't quite sure what to expect because of the mixed reviews. But, my experience was very positive and pleasant.
We got there early and put our name on the list. The staff was very nice about keeping us updated on where we were. Once we were seated (inside) the server was nice and attentive. No discernable 'tude. Love the space BTW...very tiny but very cool with the exposed brick and rafters....and dark....also...I would really like it if restaurants lit with candles would print their menus in a larger than 3 pt. font. Or maybe I could just break down and buy some reading glasses. :)
We got the spring rolls as an app. They were good but a little odd (austere..ha)...they were filled entirely with celophane noodles (they may call them something else) with basil leaves rolled in with the wrapper. They were served with a spicy sauce that complimented them nicely.
OK...sooo...I don' t really remember exactly what our entrees were called (please refer to top paragraph). But we had shrimp and chicken dishes. Mine was spicy chicken, hers was shrimp and wasn't. Both were quite good. I would definitely eat here again.