by Leah N. on I love the food here, the sandwiches are amazing, the bread is to die for, the ingredients are fresh and beautiful. I've had the avocado and fresh veggies which was perfection on wheat. The turkey on sourdough was okay but left me wishing for the 'cado/veg. But oh holy god the tuna salad is *droohsogoodoool*amazing. I loved it even though I'm not a huge albacore fan, the mix was perfectly matched with the focaccia, romaine, and the cheese. The one time I got a cappuccino there it was way too heavy and tasted burnt in a way, like the guy forgot to put in a fresh grind. The drip was decent but tasted old. Both times I tried their coffee was around 2:30 in the afternoon, so I can understand the old brew flavor of the drip. But please have the whole crew know how to make a light and frothy capp. that way I can come in just for a coffee and pastry. The pastries are dangerous, especially the raspberry chocolate croissant and the cinnamon roll. The are buy one get one after 3. Which leads me to the problem I have with this place that ensures a solid four stars: their service. The first time we went in to eat I bought the aforementioned raspberry chocolate croissant at the same time that we ordered our late (2:30) lunch. My hubby went up to grab a cinnamon roll not twenty mins later and his was buy one get one free. Although I understand the desire to rake in extra cash, I wish that I had been told by the girl at the counter that I could get an extra goodie if I just waited until after the meal. That lack of courtesy is what leaves me wanting, it's the cold elitist shoulder that I've knocked a star off for. Unfortunately, that attitude is something I've come ro expect from a lot of places around town. I just wish that I could be treated kindly every time I go in. I know I'm not a regular, but is a warm smile too much to ask? Food: 5 Drinks: 3 (Although I'm giving them another shot with breakfast, I'll re-review after that visit) Pastries: 5 Service: 3 Quick and to the point but missing a gentle heart.
by Maria R. on Nowadays there are very few things that I allow to keep me up till 4am when I have work @ 7. Avenue happened to be one of them a few nights ago. I arrived around 12 and planned on staying only 2 hours. ha. Wass was surprisingly friendly and introduced himself to each individual in our group. He walked us inside to a grand entrance with open ceilings that go up to the 2nd floor. The interior is gorgeous. We were seated in an area that gave us a ton more space than clubs usually give, in the dimly lit room upstairs. The hostesses were all gorgeous and extremely friendly, making us new drinks before we could even finish the one we were holding. The crowd. Now this is where Avenue loses some points for me. There was a definite creep factor downstairs. Far too many older "Power Men," in their expensive suits with greasy hair and red faces, feeding women one third their age as much booze as their livers could handle. Of course this goes on everywhere, but it made up 75% of the crowd downstairs and thats a bit much for me. I was happy to be upstairs where it was less crowded, with much younger patrons. I sipped and danced the night away- music was good and got better as the night went on. The violinist kicked ASS. I loved her. Needless to say I did not accomplish my goal of heading home by 2:30, but it was well worth the misery the next day.
by Ralph Heusinkveld on Any place that is directly across from a Safeway and 24-Hour Fitness can't be all that cool. And then I actually went and found out I was right. Mac is a smart cookie.
