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Brooke B.

Denton, TX

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I rate a restaurant according to its peer group restaurants, so when a burger place gets a 4-star rating from me, don't think I'm saying it's nearly as good as a 4-star fine dining establishment. I am a somewhat picky diner when it comes to service and the availability of a decent wine list. These restaurants are there to serve the customer, and if they don't do well in that respect, they are not doing their job.

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Restaurant Name	City	Rating
III Forks	Dallas, TX
We had reservations for a party of 6 for 7:30 on a Friday night. We were seated promptly, were pleased with the wine list (although they could do better), and our waiter was courteous and attentive the entire time. The filet that I had was cooked t ... more We had reservations for a party of 6 for 7:30 on a Friday night. We were seated promptly, were pleased with the wine list (although they could do better), and our waiter was courteous and attentive the entire time. The filet that I had was cooked to perfection, the potatoes were great, as were the green beans (the vegetable of the day). Everyone was VERY pleased with their dinner, the ambience was nice, piano and singing of lounge music was very nice. The prices are excellent, as most of the steakhouses of this caliber are al a carte...the steaks here are served with vegetables, yet are the same price (Between $20 and $35). As for the reviewer who said the appetizer was $68? There are no menu items (with the exception of lobster) that are that price. A VERY good value as compared with the other steakhouses in the area, and just as good. Also, the non-smoking is actually on a separate floor from the smokers, a BIG plus in my book, there is nothing worse than having your dinner ruined by nasty smoke floating in the air. less
Simply Fondue	Dallas, TX
My second visit here was even better than the first. Very romantic, GREAT atmosphere for conversation...wish they would tone down the music a bit, however. There was a 20-person teenaged birthday party when we were there, which was a little distrac ... more My second visit here was even better than the first. Very romantic, GREAT atmosphere for conversation...wish they would tone down the music a bit, however. There was a 20-person teenaged birthday party when we were there, which was a little distracting as these patrons were not at all respectful of the others dining here, I think management could have done a better job of buffering that situation. The booths are wonderful, it makes it so much more intimate when you really are not distracted by others in the restaurant (aside from the small distraction listed above). Corkage fee is $10, I suggest bringing your own wine if you are choosy about wines as I am. I cannot stress enough that their 4-course fondue dinner is the best value for the price. One suggestion: if ordering the meat fondues, be sure to use oil instead of the broth for cooking the meats, you will be disappointed if you do not. less
Kobe Steak Restaurant & Lounge	Dallas, TX
Always expect a wait on weekends! Luckily, we met up with our dining companions after they had waited for 1.5 hours...we had an earlier commitment that evening and so we didn't have to endure that long, crowded wait in their lobby as the others had. ... more Always expect a wait on weekends! Luckily, we met up with our dining companions after they had waited for 1.5 hours...we had an earlier commitment that evening and so we didn't have to endure that long, crowded wait in their lobby as the others had. The food is delightfully prepared in front of your eyes, but not quite as showy as Benihana. I do, however, like Kobe better than Benihana for its food and atmosphere. Very privatized dining and dim lighting make it a very cozy and pleasurable place to dine. Great prices for the amount of quality food that you recieve. less
Hoffbrau Steaks Addison	Dallas, TX
This is one of the few family-friendly steakhouses on Beltline. Prompt weekend seating in comparison to other restaurants on Beltline. Although it's not a high-end steakhouse, it certainly has some decent selections on the menu. I typically prefer ... more This is one of the few family-friendly steakhouses on Beltline. Prompt weekend seating in comparison to other restaurants on Beltline. Although it's not a high-end steakhouse, it certainly has some decent selections on the menu. I typically prefer a filet at most restaurants, but I prefer the sirloin at Hoffbrau, they don't over-season or over-butter their steaks, which is nice. I would actually recommend their fried shrimp platter, which is in a beer batter and is perfectly done. Lots of beer available, but don't go here looking for a decent wine. Our service was good, but not excellent... less
Ghengis Grill	Dallas, TX
This is actually a review for their restaurant on Beltline...we were seated promptly for a weekend evening, about a 5 minute wait. The high seating is a bit uncomfortable. Good selection of meats and veggies to put in your bowl...make sure you over ... more This is actually a review for their restaurant on Beltline...we were seated promptly for a weekend evening, about a 5 minute wait. The high seating is a bit uncomfortable. Good selection of meats and veggies to put in your bowl...make sure you overload it, as when it's grilled, it's going to lose a lot of its size. The gong that they struck every once in a while was somewhat of an annoyance...but overlookable. Overall, you probably need to have a sense of what works well together to ensure that you have a pleasurable dish of food...if you aren't somewhat culinarily-inclined, you might make a mistake of food combinations that would end up with a displeasurable result. less
Center Restaurant	Muenster, TX
The Center has been around forever, and it's a place I return to about once a year. The German food is great, particularly their sausage and their German potato salad (almost vinegary). Local people regularly go here for pizza, although I must admi ... more The Center has been around forever, and it's a place I return to about once a year. The German food is great, particularly their sausage and their German potato salad (almost vinegary). Local people regularly go here for pizza, although I must admit, when driving all the way to Muenster, I am looking for German food, not pizza, so I haven't ever tried it. less
Houston's Restaurant	Dallas, TX
Decent food, good service, very small wine selection, very crowded. A very nice bar area lessens the blow on the typical long wait. I would highly recommend their spinach dip. My dinner companion had their entree special, Crab Cakes, and was very ... more Decent food, good service, very small wine selection, very crowded. A very nice bar area lessens the blow on the typical long wait. I would highly recommend their spinach dip. My dinner companion had their entree special, Crab Cakes, and was very pleased with them. I opted for the Flying Chicken, which is chicken fried in a light tempura batter...very good, very large portions. less
Wok-A-Mole Chinese Mexican	Corpus Christi, TX
On my annual summer trip to Corpus Christi, I was persuaded by a local buddy of mine to go to this establishment. He said he absolutely loves this place and eats there all the time....yipes! This is the last time I ever dine with him, because the fo ... more On my annual summer trip to Corpus Christi, I was persuaded by a local buddy of mine to go to this establishment. He said he absolutely loves this place and eats there all the time....yipes! This is the last time I ever dine with him, because the food was horrid (and the premise for this place is idiotic...I mean, a chinese and mexican buffet??) less
Slogar Bar & Restaurant	Crested Butte, CO
Our yearly Christmas (and sometimes Spring Break) trip to CB would not be complete without a trip to the Slogar. Home-cooked meals are great after a long day of skiing when you're just too exhausted to do it yourself. Service is good, atmosphere go ... more Our yearly Christmas (and sometimes Spring Break) trip to CB would not be complete without a trip to the Slogar. Home-cooked meals are great after a long day of skiing when you're just too exhausted to do it yourself. Service is good, atmosphere good, food just average, but decent. The slim pickings of restaurants in town make this one a must-go. less
Wooden Nickel	Crested Butte, CO
A great after-ski hangout and very popular place for the 20-30 crowd, the hunting lodge atmosphere makes this a great place. Great stew, and a great burger...a Bison Burger...you must have these when you are trying to warm back up after a day on the ... more A great after-ski hangout and very popular place for the 20-30 crowd, the hunting lodge atmosphere makes this a great place. Great stew, and a great burger...a Bison Burger...you must have these when you are trying to warm back up after a day on the slopes. The in-house brewed beers are wonderful, do not leave without trying one. Some spiked hot chocolate topped in whipped cream for dessert will keep you warm while you head back to your place for the evening. Service is a little slow, but not too bad. less