rev:text
| - I came here for a business dinner in which we were entertaining a customer and give it 4.5 stars. I think this restaurant is a fantastic dinner out if you are paying with a company card, but I am not sure I would return if I were coming on my own dime. First the positives. The food was outstanding. The seafood tower was the highlight for me. Everything was so fresh and delicious. The oysters in particular were fantastic. I also loved the "atomic" horseradish. I am big fan of spicy, and that hit the spot. My steak was very good but my colleague's sea bass was even better -- I think I would get that over the steak if I were to return. The sides were all outstanding. The lobster mashed potatoes were amazing with huge chunks of lobster and the gorgonzola mac n cheese was SO good. The roasted brussel sprouts were also fantastic. The butter cake dessert was also delicious. Our waitress did a great job with wine recommendations and everyone was really pleased with the bottles she helped pick out. Service was excellent and at the level to be expected at a place like this.
There were a few negatives however that prevent me from giving out that elusive fifth star. The restaurant itself is very dimly lit, to the point where the waitstaff carries flashlights for the wine list. I did not love this, but not a big deal. Our waitress was pleasant but she upsold everything. All of her recommendations were the most expensive items on the menu and she convinced us on several occasions to go for more expensive items than we originally planned to order. I have to hand it to her, she's a great saleswoman, and since it was not my own money, I did not mind. However, if I were here with my husband and we were paying, I would have found that irritating. The other annoyance was the bathroom attendant. I really hate having to spend a dollar every time I go to the bathroom. It's just an awkward experience having someone turn on your water and pump your hand soap, totally unnecessary. And finally, as I mentioned previously the steak was really good but it was not amazing, which is what I was expecting based on the waitress's description.
I would definitely recommend Mastro's for a corporate dinner out and would love to return if I am in the area again on business.
|