I love the original Lo-Lo's in Phoenix for the atmosphere and the food. It's an irresistible combination. However, the Scottsdale location was exactly what I thought it would be.
The food was still the same. My tre tre was as delicious as it has been every time before. The kool-aid is still filled to the brim in a huge-ass jar and the waffles make my mouth water before I even sit down.
However, the change in atmosphere just makes it seem fake in my opinion. It's too new, the menus are too new.. our waitress asked us what she should try as she's never had any of it before... and Justin Timberlake was blaring on the speakers.
Additionally, while this locale does take plastic rather than just cash, and even tho it divides up the bill when you look at it by seat, you cannot split the bill more then 2 ways. This will repeatedly cause an issue for my coworkers. Might as well only take cash.
This was definitely not Grandma's kitchen. It's close to work and good for those lunchtime cravings.. but my first choice is still good ol' original Lo-Lo's.