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| - Over the last decade or so, i've probably come here at least 30 times. Whereas, years ago this place was impressive in every way, I cannot say the same as of late. In short, the prices have gone up and the portions have clearly shrunk over the years. My latest (and i'm sure last) trip here proved to be very dissapointing from the very beginning! As soon as we walked in, there was no host or hostess to be found so we could be seated, even though the place was perhaps 2/3 full. We waited a few minutes before someone finally showed up, even with a line forming behind us. Finally getting a table, I was brought a coffee, but no spoon, and there were no sweeteners on the table. The loaf of bread didn't come sliced, and no sharp knife came with it. So we all had to rip pieces off it with our bare hands like a bunch of neanderthals. My small piece of salmon came with one small bowl of spaghetti and a small salad. No vegetables, a second side, or soup came with it. It looked more like a small appetizer plate than a full-fledged meal. Ditto regarding my daughter's order of chicken. And this is not the first time I was dissapointed. During a previous visit, I ordered the lobster ravioli, and I was given a grand total of 4 raviolis. The manager apologized, and brought me another order so that my total portion size now approached a more reasonable and fairer amount of food. The food here is delicious. It's just a shame that I got fleeced with most unreasonable portion sizes. I also noticed that many of their offerings are laden with trans fat. I simply won't give this place another chance. I'm done with Macaroni Grill.
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