"0"^^ . "3"^^ . . "0"^^ . . "After checking out a handful of reviews I felt my hand inch the mouse towards validation of the two-star ratings. Somehow note waiting in the out-the-door-on-to-the-street line at Tao and the fact that the waitress was super pleasant and helpful and the my friends and I played pool uninterrupted until 1:00am pushes me to three stars.\n\nSeriously, sports book meets nightclub? Overpriced drinks? If the staff weren't awesome (I'm talking bouncers, bar tenders, waitresses) this would have been a walk-out place in a second.\n\nThe layout was definitely unique. The furniture was modern and comfortable. The washrooms very nice. Clean, accommodating and private.\n\nMy group was populated with prolific over-the-top dancer types so the fact that they were \"getting down\" all over the place means either that the music was great or that my friends dance their asses of in spite of weak music. Sounded mediocre/alright.\n\n[summary]\nlooking for a unique spin on sports book? this is your place\nlooking for good value on ambiance and good drinks? probably not your place.\nlooking to dance? well you can do that anywhere, even here.\ndon't want to deal with the massive line a Tao? bring your game face, and your wallet to 40/40.\n\n[end]"^^ . . "2008-08-21T00:00:00"^^ . "0"^^ .