This was a poor dining experience. Granted it was a crowded football weekend but service was so bad we went without water for 30 mins. Let alone food and drink. The pork chop came with a side of puréed sweet potatoes that were runny and brown. Noise level was so high we couldn't hear our conversation at all at our own table. Won't be going back.
Stan
Mona was a superb waitress, professional and attentive. Food was very good with appropriate portions. Dining room left much to desired. Felt pretty run down and way too collegy. That said, I'd go back because there just aren't too many nice spots in Blacksburg.
Armin
It was definitely a more upscale spot in downtown Blacksburg than other places we tried during our visit. We secured a 8:45pm reservation, given how busy the weekend was due to VT's family weekend. Unfortunately, we felt rushed from the moment we sat down and they even started stacking chairs at around 10pm when we were eating dessert. Not appreciated. The food was average. The Greek salad didn't have any tomatoes and had lettuce, so I would hardly categorize that as Greek. The chicken kebab was actually excellent as it was cooked very well and quite juicy. The fish dish was quite small and not very filling. Given the price point they are charging they need to really step up their game.
Lauren
We had a wonderful early birthday dinner during parents weekend at VT. It was a busy weekend but we had a reservation and we are so glad we did! The adults had cocktails and wine. We started with salads and then our entrees. My husband had grilled pork chops and he said they were probably one of the best ones he's ever had. I had grilled lamb chops with grilled vegetables and it was delicious! The boys had steak frites - they loved it. They are big eaters so just wished there was a bit more! The service was very attentive and the dining room comfortable with a black theme. We will be back!
Kathy
Not what we were expecting at all based on other reviews. Appetizers were good but the main courses left a lot to be desired. While service was friendly main courses delivered within 5 minutes of appetizers so we sent them back. Pasta way overcooked, limited menu, drinks reasonable (hint: never add a lime slice to a dirty gin martini). All in all disappointing.
Christine
This place has such potential. However I was a little disappointed with the experience. Pretty much everything could be better, the food especially. Steak was overcooked, the ravioli was not fresh and just overall missed the mark. I love the aesthetic, but there was a reason the place was empty 😬
Lorna
Food was good and the service was friendly and attentive. We were there at a time when it wasn't busy.
Angel
Higher end restaurant in Blacksburg. Enjoyed our visit with our son Able to have quiet conversations.
Frederic
I have eaten here before so I was acquainted with the facility. On this particular evening there appeared to be only one server for our dining room. He was very pleasant and was doing everything he could to provide good service, but it was just too much for one person to do. There was some delay in getting the food to the table, but the food was excellent.
Roger
Party of 8 following graduation, restaurant was very nice from an atmosphere standpoint, and the service was great. Our waitress was attentive, and addressed a couple of issues promptly. The food, not so great. 4 sal mon meals were dry/overcooked. Medium rare filet was well done. Lamb was Dry as well, and the beer was warm/flat.
The food here was amazing and everything was cooked perfectly. Potentially my new favorite restaurant in Blacksburg!
Sarah
We went here for graduation lunch and they sat our reservation of 5 at a table clearly only for 4, and tried to say 3 of us could squeeze in the booth which we were also sharing with another table right next to us which was also a party of 5 at a table for 4. The food was okay. Definitely not $40 worth in my opinion. Steaks were cooked well but not properly seasoned.
Aimee
We were there during graduation week. The staff worked very hard to keep things moving in a busy week! I give the staff 5 stars for working hard to satisfy everyone. The food was ok. While the call themselves fine dining and the prices reflect that, the quality of the food does not line up w the label. Nothing was bad by any means (except for my asparagus which wasn't edible) it just wasn't exceptional for the price.
Kellie
It's been a very long time since any of the 4 of us have eaten here and we were all very impressed with the service & food quality and quantity. Bella was our waitress and she was very attentive and always with a smile. Appetizers and dinner meals were all delicious. Definitely will return.
saundSaundra
The food was excellent in taste and presentation. Two meals had to be sent back to get the meat to "medium" as ordered, but the meals came back quickly. They gave us comp deserts for our inconvenience.
This was a poor dining experience. Granted it was a crowded football weekend but service was so bad we went without water for 30 mins. Let alone food and drink. The pork chop came with a side of puréed sweet potatoes that were runny and brown. Noise level was so high we couldn't hear our conversation at all at our own table. Won't be going back.
Mona was a superb waitress, professional and attentive. Food was very good with appropriate portions. Dining room left much to desired. Felt pretty run down and way too collegy. That said, I'd go back because there just aren't too many nice spots in Blacksburg.
It was definitely a more upscale spot in downtown Blacksburg than other places we tried during our visit. We secured a 8:45pm reservation, given how busy the weekend was due to VT's family weekend. Unfortunately, we felt rushed from the moment we sat down and they even started stacking chairs at around 10pm when we were eating dessert. Not appreciated. The food was average. The Greek salad didn't have any tomatoes and had lettuce, so I would hardly categorize that as Greek. The chicken kebab was actually excellent as it was cooked very well and quite juicy. The fish dish was quite small and not very filling. Given the price point they are charging they need to really step up their game.
We had a wonderful early birthday dinner during parents weekend at VT. It was a busy weekend but we had a reservation and we are so glad we did! The adults had cocktails and wine. We started with salads and then our entrees. My husband had grilled pork chops and he said they were probably one of the best ones he's ever had. I had grilled lamb chops with grilled vegetables and it was delicious! The boys had steak frites - they loved it. They are big eaters so just wished there was a bit more! The service was very attentive and the dining room comfortable with a black theme. We will be back!
Not what we were expecting at all based on other reviews. Appetizers were good but the main courses left a lot to be desired. While service was friendly main courses delivered within 5 minutes of appetizers so we sent them back. Pasta way overcooked, limited menu, drinks reasonable (hint: never add a lime slice to a dirty gin martini). All in all disappointing.
This place has such potential. However I was a little disappointed with the experience. Pretty much everything could be better, the food especially. Steak was overcooked, the ravioli was not fresh and just overall missed the mark. I love the aesthetic, but there was a reason the place was empty 😬
Food was good and the service was friendly and attentive. We were there at a time when it wasn't busy.
Higher end restaurant in Blacksburg. Enjoyed our visit with our son Able to have quiet conversations.
I have eaten here before so I was acquainted with the facility. On this particular evening there appeared to be only one server for our dining room. He was very pleasant and was doing everything he could to provide good service, but it was just too much for one person to do. There was some delay in getting the food to the table, but the food was excellent.
Party of 8 following graduation, restaurant was very nice from an atmosphere standpoint, and the service was great. Our waitress was attentive, and addressed a couple of issues promptly. The food, not so great. 4 sal mon meals were dry/overcooked. Medium rare filet was well done. Lamb was Dry as well, and the beer was warm/flat.
Restaurantji Recommends
The food here was amazing and everything was cooked perfectly. Potentially my new favorite restaurant in Blacksburg!
We went here for graduation lunch and they sat our reservation of 5 at a table clearly only for 4, and tried to say 3 of us could squeeze in the booth which we were also sharing with another table right next to us which was also a party of 5 at a table for 4. The food was okay. Definitely not $40 worth in my opinion. Steaks were cooked well but not properly seasoned.
We were there during graduation week. The staff worked very hard to keep things moving in a busy week! I give the staff 5 stars for working hard to satisfy everyone. The food was ok. While the call themselves fine dining and the prices reflect that, the quality of the food does not line up w the label. Nothing was bad by any means (except for my asparagus which wasn't edible) it just wasn't exceptional for the price.
It's been a very long time since any of the 4 of us have eaten here and we were all very impressed with the service & food quality and quantity. Bella was our waitress and she was very attentive and always with a smile. Appetizers and dinner meals were all delicious. Definitely will return.
The food was excellent in taste and presentation. Two meals had to be sent back to get the meat to "medium" as ordered, but the meals came back quickly. They gave us comp deserts for our inconvenience.
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