Axis is a weird bird.
I've been going there on and off since 2000 (wow I'm old) and it's always held a special place in my heart, mainly because of the friendly staff and the great times I had with friends there during a formative part of my life.
Lately I've started going back since I now live in the area again.
And it's still good. We go often. But when you have to put on your Yelp hat and become a critic, it's hard to really give it high marks.
The food is a mixed bag. It's pub grub, sometimes surprisingly good, sometimes kinda bland. I tend to stick to some favorites and never go wrong (Grill Veggie Wrap + Sweet Potato fries + Bloody Ceaser = good times, every time).
Brunch is decent. Patio is nice sized. The atmosphere is casual and fun.
But the service is pretty sloppy sometimes these days. The waitresses can be a lot of fun, but fun doesn't always mean reliable. And often doesn't.
It's just nothing stand out, but for some reason I always go back. Just something about it feels like home, in a way, and I never regret it when all is said and done.
take that for what you will.