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| - Well, first allow me to explain my choice of 3 stars in lieu of 4. If I could have put 3 1/2 stars, I would.
I have been dining at HARLEY'S for many years. Both lunch and dinner. I like what the new owner's have done with regards to the decor and overall ambiance. Much better than what they had prior. I LOVE the fact that the wall that once divided the dining area is now gone, and the tables look much better, along with the decorative piece in the center of the room. A lot more upscale of a look, and the server seemed much more in tune with the dining experience overall. HOWEVER....I met a friend there for dinner on Wednesday night around 6pm. The place was empty, save for (3) tables being utilized. We waited for what seemed like an eternity for someone to see us standing there waiting to be seated, (in fact, we were just getting ready to walk out, when the nice young lady who would be our server, saw us and seated us.)
Bullett statements from this point forward:
PRO'S;
House Pinot Grigio was good....better than some "better wines" I have had. I had a half carafe and my friend had water and a soda.
Server dressed in a nice black dress...appeared more like a hostess/friend rather than a traditional server...I like that idea. Gives it a personal and upscale feel...more relaxed too. (very nice touch)
Salads spaced apart just right from our entree's. Didn't feel rushed through our salads, and we actually had time to have a conversation without constant interruptions.
Salads were much better than expected and had a wonderful variety/taste.
Entree's were plentiful and HOT. Didn't have that warmed over taste. I felt like our server knew exactly how to space out salads and entree without rushing us.
CONS;
Our bread didn't come to our table until long after our drink orders. Should have been prepared and ready to be served by 6pm.
Bread once served, was below average and underwhelming. Second basket that we asked for was falling apart and not very tasty. Not something I really can say I enjoyed. This is an item they need to work really hard on, to improve. Believe it or not, in a good Italian restauarant your bread can make or break you.
Our wait to be seen, and seated. It was dead in there. Someone should always be ready to notice new patrons and seat them as soon as possible. The wait for a table was ridiculous.
Overall, the experience (minus the ridiculous wait and crappy bread) was excellent. Our server was sweet, polite, and classy. Dining experience was nicely timed, not rushed, and a great dining experience overall. I tipped our lady well, and will be back again. Just hope the owner's really read these reviews and make changes where needed.
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