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| - The food and service are good, but the overall experience lacks the fine dining feel and a balance of value.
We had been interested in trying Landry's for some time. When we finally got in, we were quite excited. We were promptly greeted and show to our table. The dining room is REALLY dark. Our server was very nice. A little too casual, but he was doing okay. He knew the menu and the options, so I can say he was on his game as far as server professionalism.
I had the Surf & Turf, which was good, but not great. The side of asparagus was over cooked and tasted like something gourmet that you tried to cook at home, but didn't get quite right the first time.
I hate to be too down on the place, but it felt more "cute" than welcoming.
About a week later, we had the same meal at a chain joint and it was twice the quality for 1/3 of the price. We spent the ride home comparing fine dining and casual experiences... it was interesting how we got there.
Landry's feels like a once great restaurant that has stopped investing in linens, silverware, and the accouterments of fine dining presentation.
I want to try it again in a year or so to see if I can update this review.
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