I think the food (that is the appetizers) as that's all I've tried so far is very good. We've been there on two occasions and both times sat the bar. The clam chowder (not the manhattan kind cuz that just isn't real clam chowder and I can say that since I'm from Massachusetts) is very good, creamy just like I like it. The escargot in mushroom caps is good, but I'd rather just have the escargot in garlic butter and do without the mushroom caps (they blocked the true flavors of the dish). The ceviche was very good and the oysters were good too. Ambience wise, it is pretty dark overall (well, maybe that is because it is underground). The bar is cold in both its temperature and its design. The dining room looks dated. Overall, if you are going for quality seafood and not ambience, it's a winner!