I am surprised by the reviews of this place. I am from out of town and took my Aunt here for her birthday dinner. I had my doubts the minute we walked in. I was happy we were sitting in the bar area which appeared to be nicer than the dining area. Service was very very slow, but she was friendly. My Aunt ordered a Cosmo and the shaker was placed on the heater by the window. I had a hair in my pre-appetizer that was some kind of bean dip. Didn't taste like hummus. Lastly I was aware of who the owner was and he just sat there on at the end of the bar. He didn't go out and greet anyone. Something I would expect for the price of the place and a Saturday night. I did have to give the place 3 stars because the food was very very good. My Aunt loved her drink, and I saved her mixing cup from the heat. If the place is trying to go a little upper scale the wait staff needs a few lessons and the decor could get a major upgrade from the 80's. Also, have a second bartender for a Saturday night - we ordered only the one drink due to how slow it was. The booth we sat in sat low to the table my poor Aunt, (who is still young and not an old frail thing) had to get an extra cushion to raise her up. Cracks me up they have the cushion. The place has much potential based on the chef and cooks. Not to mention the portions are huge. My favorite was in the end(couple hours later and no dessert) we walked out and the hostess did not say "Have a nice evening". She didn't say anything! In a nutshell, the food saved my score. It was very tasty.