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| - What a strange, strange dining experience. Could have easily been a 3.5, but the oddness just couldn't raise the curve.
Got there, wasn't sure if they were open (roughly 4pm). Have heard mixed things about the spot, that it's new, trendy and tapas. Worth a shot. We were greeted by a very friendly girl who opened the door for us, but then the two at the hostess station ignored us until the girl told them we were there. Strange. They asked how many in the party and what our names were for some paper card. Walked us to a slightly uncomfortably small table, since there wasn't anyone else in there it seemed weird. Then came the crazy.
The service was very strange. Our server, Kimberly, was friendly and awkwardly enthusiastic. Before we had a chance to grab the menu, she asked what appetizer we wanted, and heavily pushed the guacamole. We asked for a moment to browse. Came back, asked if she could go ahead and put in the guacamole. Told us about a taco happy hour (which was a really good deal actually - $2 on all tacos from 4-6!). We opt to go the taco route. It was uncomfortable as, when we ordered, we were almost chastised for ordering so much. We each ordered 7 tacos (she told us they were small - so for $2 each, why not?). She said it's too much food for two girls. What?! We ordered a side of corn. She suggested the small - because "you shouldn't eat that much food". Now I'm super uncomfortable. After taking the order, she again pushed the guacamole (even though we apparently over ordered).
Got the food. It was pretty good. The shrimp taco was easily the best. All the other meats seemed a little too well done. Dried out. Duck and pork belly should be succulent - not dry, chewy and rough. The chicken was pretty good. The steak was okay - but again dry. Maybe it was the style of cooking? The Mexican corn was excellent. Was surprised it wasn't on cob, but definitely easier to share.
During the meal, we were interrupted for the server to discuss my tattoos. We were really trying to eat and have a conversation, but were being hawked and just talked to awkwardly. For a hip, trendy place on East, you'd think tattoos are okay to have.
Towards the end of the meal, Kimberly came over and mentioned dessert (which sounded really good) - but threw us off when she said "but you probably don't want it after all that." ........ Well, we don't now. Check, please. It's weird to have your server tell you that you're eating too much.
Never really saw a manager until I'm assuming ALE came in to inspect the bar. Anyway. For the price, you can't complain too much. Service needs help - awkward and pushy. But for a new place, there's definitely potential. Might be worth checking out again once they iron out some kinks. But I'd definitely sit at the bar or somewhere else.
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