Reserved an afternoon Thanksgiving meal. Did not realize it would be a buffet. Nothing noted on the Cielo's web site when reservation made in late October. The buffet was excellent with a wide variety of well prepared and tasty choices. Well priced. About a week prior to the date, received a call verifying the date and time. Special request was a table with one seat against a wall to hear dinner conversation. Upon arrival given a table open behind both chairs in a walkway area, and looking through a window at other diners backs and plates. Server was slow with water, needed to ask for wine list, left used plates at table, another server cleared used plates. Would return with specific table request expected.
ILONA
An amazing thanksgiving brunch. The service was remarkable, beautiful atmosphere. It was an amazing experience
KDP711
Hanger steak is great the chimi chuurey was spicy fyi. Service was great. Very clean, inside and outside dining options.
Resort66640574830
My husband and I had Thanksgiving dinner at Ceilos at the Lodge of the Desert. Unfortunately, it was very disappointing. Firstly, they set up temporary tables and folding chairs in different rooms. Our table was wobbly, and the chairs were not comfortable. We felt like we were sitting at the kids table – not a good start. Secondly, service was sparse to say the least. Finding a server was difficult at best. To top it off we realized on our bill that we had to pay a 20% holiday gratuity. I understand providing gratuities for staff working on a holiday. However, the dinner was buffet style, so we would have expected service to be much better since there was very little “food” service. We were disappointed with the buffet. The mashed potatoes had barely any gravy and what gravy there was – had been burned on the bottom of the potatoes due to the heated serving tray. The turkey was not a “real” turkey in my mind. It was a combined turkey where the white and the dark meat were blended. Neither was very good. There was also no plain butter for the roll selection. All there was on the table was maple butter. I don’t particularly care for maple, so my roll was plain. I was surprised plain butter was not provided. The best thing at the buffet was the carrots. They were fabulous. There were various other offerings but nothing that we felt was worth the $90 we paid per person. Again, very disappointing. I have an upcoming reservation for my dining group in December. I will be canceling it since I was so disappointed with just about everything at Ceilos. However, I’m not even sure the reservation is on their books. I called, made the reservation and was told that since the reservation was so large, one of the managers would need to reach out to me; that was 3 weeks ago and no word from anyone. Again disappointing.
Tracy
Always delicious! Lots of variety, something for everyone. Professional bartenders who can make up any drink you want. Great service!
Carol
Cielos has really turned it around. Several years ago, the service was spotty and the food worse. My last visit showed improvement. My visit last night was marvelous: service was outstanding and the food was excellent. It was the first time for one of my friends and she was truly impressed. We will be returning.
Diana
We started the evening a little rough for my husband's birthday dinner because first of all the front desk told us there was live music and they had changed it to Saturday nights only. Second of all the website listed ribeye on the menu and the menu had been changed They need to update their website. I would call for the current menu before making reservations
Jennifer
WARNING: “BREAKFAST/BRUNCH” IS A HOTEL LOBBY BUFFET. We were shocked. It was a Holiday Inn breakfast buffet. I cannot believe they even offer reservations. The poor server was overwhelmed and embarrassed. We left without eating because 1) what a weird experience 2) there was no food left. Such a cute patio, but wow. OpenTable should really reconsider offering morning reservations for this because it is not a dining experience. It is a hotel lobby buffet.
Matt
The food was great the waiter was rude and had to get a second waiter. The manager came over after and apologized but left a bad taste. Won't be back
Dennis
Had a very nice quiet lunch with friends. Service was great and the server was very accommodating, providing excellent service. Food was expertly prepared and exactly as we ordered.
The food was so favorable and made with care. Servings were more than enough to satisfy our hunger. Staff were very nice, helpful and attentive. Atmosphere, wait time and comfort were superb.
Beyond
OMG the shrimp flautas are so delicious, it is mind blowing!! I will have to come back here just for that!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
catherine
Wonderful experience sitting outside with the ambience of a water fountain. Lightest and best hush puppies I've ever had. They reminded me of grougeres. Tasty romaine wedge salad and vegetable pasta. Excellent service. We will be back.
Sofi CB
Saturday with live music was great, we had a great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Opentable Diner
They were out of several things that were mainstays of their menu. Drinks were good. Food OK. Very pleasant courtyard. Waiter good .
Reserved an afternoon Thanksgiving meal. Did not realize it would be a buffet. Nothing noted on the Cielo's web site when reservation made in late October. The buffet was excellent with a wide variety of well prepared and tasty choices. Well priced. About a week prior to the date, received a call verifying the date and time. Special request was a table with one seat against a wall to hear dinner conversation. Upon arrival given a table open behind both chairs in a walkway area, and looking through a window at other diners backs and plates. Server was slow with water, needed to ask for wine list, left used plates at table, another server cleared used plates. Would return with specific table request expected.
An amazing thanksgiving brunch. The service was remarkable, beautiful atmosphere. It was an amazing experience
Hanger steak is great the chimi chuurey was spicy fyi. Service was great. Very clean, inside and outside dining options.
My husband and I had Thanksgiving dinner at Ceilos at the Lodge of the Desert. Unfortunately, it was very disappointing. Firstly, they set up temporary tables and folding chairs in different rooms. Our table was wobbly, and the chairs were not comfortable. We felt like we were sitting at the kids table – not a good start. Secondly, service was sparse to say the least. Finding a server was difficult at best. To top it off we realized on our bill that we had to pay a 20% holiday gratuity. I understand providing gratuities for staff working on a holiday. However, the dinner was buffet style, so we would have expected service to be much better since there was very little “food” service. We were disappointed with the buffet. The mashed potatoes had barely any gravy and what gravy there was – had been burned on the bottom of the potatoes due to the heated serving tray. The turkey was not a “real” turkey in my mind. It was a combined turkey where the white and the dark meat were blended. Neither was very good. There was also no plain butter for the roll selection. All there was on the table was maple butter. I don’t particularly care for maple, so my roll was plain. I was surprised plain butter was not provided. The best thing at the buffet was the carrots. They were fabulous. There were various other offerings but nothing that we felt was worth the $90 we paid per person. Again, very disappointing. I have an upcoming reservation for my dining group in December. I will be canceling it since I was so disappointed with just about everything at Ceilos. However, I’m not even sure the reservation is on their books. I called, made the reservation and was told that since the reservation was so large, one of the managers would need to reach out to me; that was 3 weeks ago and no word from anyone. Again disappointing.
Always delicious! Lots of variety, something for everyone. Professional bartenders who can make up any drink you want. Great service!
Cielos has really turned it around. Several years ago, the service was spotty and the food worse. My last visit showed improvement. My visit last night was marvelous: service was outstanding and the food was excellent. It was the first time for one of my friends and she was truly impressed. We will be returning.
We started the evening a little rough for my husband's birthday dinner because first of all the front desk told us there was live music and they had changed it to Saturday nights only. Second of all the website listed ribeye on the menu and the menu had been changed They need to update their website. I would call for the current menu before making reservations
WARNING: “BREAKFAST/BRUNCH” IS A HOTEL LOBBY BUFFET. We were shocked. It was a Holiday Inn breakfast buffet. I cannot believe they even offer reservations. The poor server was overwhelmed and embarrassed. We left without eating because 1) what a weird experience 2) there was no food left. Such a cute patio, but wow. OpenTable should really reconsider offering morning reservations for this because it is not a dining experience. It is a hotel lobby buffet.
The food was great the waiter was rude and had to get a second waiter. The manager came over after and apologized but left a bad taste. Won't be back
Had a very nice quiet lunch with friends. Service was great and the server was very accommodating, providing excellent service. Food was expertly prepared and exactly as we ordered.
Restaurantji Recommends
The food was so favorable and made with care. Servings were more than enough to satisfy our hunger. Staff were very nice, helpful and attentive. Atmosphere, wait time and comfort were superb.
OMG the shrimp flautas are so delicious, it is mind blowing!! I will have to come back here just for that!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wonderful experience sitting outside with the ambience of a water fountain. Lightest and best hush puppies I've ever had. They reminded me of grougeres. Tasty romaine wedge salad and vegetable pasta. Excellent service. We will be back.
Saturday with live music was great, we had a great time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
They were out of several things that were mainstays of their menu. Drinks were good. Food OK. Very pleasant courtyard. Waiter good .
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