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The Restaurant at Ventana
- Address:
48123 California One
Big Sur, CA 93920Neighborhood:
Big Sur
- Cuisine:
CalifornianPrice: $31 to $50
The Restaurant at Ventana
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.ventanainn.com/dining.aspx
- Phone: (831) 667-4242
- Hours of Operation:
Breakfast: Daily from 7:00am-10:30am
Lunch: Daily from 11:30am-4:30pm;
Dinner: Nightly from 6:00pm-9:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Organic, Californian
- Dress Code: Casual Dress
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Fireplace, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
A word from The Restaurant at Ventana
The Restaurant at Ventana serves award winning cuisine in an awe-inspiring setting. The restaurant's warm, rustic interior opens onto its legendary terrace where panoramic views of the ocean and rugged Big Sur coastline stretch for more than 50 miles. The cuisine makes use of the abundance of California's Central Coast with local, simple, sustainable ingredients, including items from Ventana's own organic garden.Continued
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerOutdoor Dining
- Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked
The Restaurant at Ventana - Best Restaurants in Big Sur ›
The Restaurant at Ventana reviews from OpenTable diners
83 reviews since July 30, 2014
- Food3.9Service3.9
- Ambiance4.5Noise LevelModerate
great for outdoor dining (65)scenic view (62)romantic (52)special occasion (44)fit for foodies (39)great for lunch (24)notable wine list (15)great for brunch (9)good for groups (4)neighborhood gem (4)hot spot (4)vibrant bar scene (3)late-night find (1)Show More
- Romantic Big SurFishCatDined on 11/20/2014The Ventana Inn & Spa restaurant is set in a most idyllic setting in Big Sur, high up on the east side of Route 1. This panoramic, indoor-outdoor restaurant serves complex and interesting food preparations. Some times, in the case of seafood, simpler can be better than complex, though everything was delicious. The restaurant service was very attentive, and we enjoyed our seats facing some beautiful local artists' paintings of seascapes. Don't miss the art gallery!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Amazing service, wonderful food.SailthePlanetDined on 11/19/2014An excellent restaurant with equally excellent staff. Formal, yet relaxed, the staff were accomidating to our requests and made our experience one we will remember for years (it was our aniversary) While the price makes it something we would save for special occasions, I would highly recomend this restaurant to anyone. The quality of the food was superb.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great venue, so-so food at lunch.doglifeDined on 11/17/2014We were surprised that the prices for this venue seemed moderate. The hamburger was $15 or so and lunch was quite affordable. At the same time, we thought the food was moderate quality as well. The duck in my duck salad was pretty tough and over-cooked. The service seemed a bit Stepford. I had the fantasy that the chef lined up the wait-staff each morning and lectured them, finger wagging, that is was important to ALWAYS smile - even while walking back to the kitchen after clearing the tables. Or perhaps the restaurant just provided free Botox-smiles to their wait-staff. As for the view - it is spectacular. At the same time I prefer the view from Nepenthe. Nepenthe has the same spectacular view down the coast but you actually get a view that is both framed better by the trees and not cut off at the bottom by a hedge. I was a little disappointed, but that is perhaps because my expectations for Ventana were so high. As Peanuts said, "there is no burden is life greater than high expectations."Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2004VIPDined on 11/14/2014Very disappointing pasta bucatini. Last time we were here is was great. This time the only taste was of the overpowering chili. Plus the broccolini was in long strands, not chopped into bite-sized pieces.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 11/13/2014Everything was outstanding - food, service and ambiance. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a special occasion dinner.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Incredibly Accommodating with Dietary RestrictionsglutenfreefoodieDined on 11/13/2014My wife has numerous dietary restrictions (no gluten, soy, dairy & corn). She emailed the chef prior to our stay with Ventana. He responded by email that they would accommodate her needs. When we order, we were told that they had composed a whole menu just for her. The sous chef checked on us numerous times during the meal and the head chef introduced himself to us at breakfast the next day to make sure that the meal was satisfactory. We told him the meal was incredible and could not have been happier. We were incredibly impressed with the care and service that was given to us. the restaurant went over & above and we greatly appreciated it.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- JuliaDined on 11/9/2014Service a bit sloppy; I was lucky - the sauce from olives and almonds dish just missed my pants when the dish was served. Food... I've been to this place 20 years ago. For a sake of sweet memories we've decided to visit again. So food is expensive and average. For the price of this lunch I could get a dinner at Roy's.Special Features:
- SanJoseDined on 11/7/2014A fantastic restaurant. Great view of the Pacific Ocean from their location high on a bluff. Both food and service were outstanding.Special Features:
- Best meal of tripJunieDined on 10/29/2014We did the 4 course tasting menu, and it was the best meal of our entire trip! Wonderful choices with equal skill for veggies and meat. Great wine list.Special Features:
- Ventana could be betterArthurJacobVIPDined on 10/27/2014Too institutionally hotel esque with prices that match the view Don't go out of your way to dine here But the pickings are slim in Big Sur Try Deetjans instead....
- Gorgeous views. Great atmosphere.FlipflopDined on 10/24/2014The setting perched high above PCH lends itself to magnificent from the expansive patio dining area. Couches and large place make you feel right at home. Inside the natural wood tones create a warm ambience. The menu has a wide, but focused selection of traditional American fare that it fitting to the area. The arougala summer salad was generously piled high with a lovely vinagrete. The beef tenderloin was prepared to perfection. Tender and rich in flavor it went perfect with our full bodied Cabernet from Justin. Our server Juan was like a stealthy ninja, there exactly when we needed him, but not intrusive. Highly recommend for a special occasion. Be sure to enjoy the patio at sunset.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Window on The SurDogginDined on 10/24/2014It's Big Sur with a panoramic view. How could anything about it be bad? We enjoyed a delicious lunch--their Cuban sandwich is lovely. Micro brew beer was pricey @ $9 per glass, but very tasty. Service was friendly and attentive, but the view and ambiance are to die for. It's worth a trip just to sit on Ventana's patio and stare at the sea and the majestic surroundings. Factor in the treat of innovative, beautifully prepared food and drink and voila, it is heaven!Special Features:
- Very good lunch, could be excellentcherribombDined on 10/19/2014We had a nice lunch at Ventana, but we're still finding the food varies quite a bit, in an unexpected way. We had dinner here in April and our experience was the same. The bouillabaisse we had was phenomenal - delicious, complex broth, high-quality seafood that was perfectly cooked, including real Mediterranean mussels (rather than the skimpy small ones) and a nicely executed, authentic rouille & garlic toast. The steak tartare on the other hand was over-seasoned with salt, scallions, and soy sauce - just too much for a nice appetizer that only needs some mustard, egg, salt, pepper. Wine selection was really good and my husband raved about his manhattan, which was extremely well-balanced.Special Features:
- BigbugVIPDined on 10/15/2014The fod was amazing the flavors the chief put together I never tasted before the squid pasta, the scallops and the chicken were over the topSpecial Features:
- Excellent foodOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 10/10/2014We have eaten here several times and each time the food is spectacular. We ate outside for the first time. The restaurant set up tons of heathers and a roaring outdoor fireplace. Excellent ll the way around.Special Features:
- Big Sur VentanaBman1VIPDined on 10/8/2014This was our 7th stay and the Ventana and we truly think it's a paradise here on earth. The Ventana Restaurant is known as the best in Big Sur. The Ambiance and Service were outstanding. The new menu could use a little work. The soup and beet salad were amazing starters. I think the new chef is reworking the entrees and still trying to find something that works. The desserts were very good; we tried four of them!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- MediocreDisappointedVIPDined on 10/6/2014What a come down from the way this restaurant used to be. The quality of food preparation used to be equally matched to the beauty of the surroundings. The surroundings are still exceptional, but our dinner selections were indifferently prepared and delivered with equal indifference. Save your appetite for dinner in Carmel instead.
- Big SurSStarDined on 10/6/2014The atmosphere and view were outstanding. The food was excellent. We chose to walk to the restaurant. The paths were well lit. We saw deer along the way. It was a beautiful experience.Special Features:
- Lunch in OctoberMaryDined on 10/4/2014We just had our third lunch at Ventanna Inn in 26 years ( we live in Seattle) we arrived early and reception was friendly we were seated within 30 min at a nice private patio table overlooking rhe beautiful pacific. Thats wear things went south wait staff very slow had to ask for service after 10 min at table drinks and food came out one at a time Food service staff need seriuos help and direction best of luck.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Decent View But Not Much ElseCAfoodieDined on 10/4/2014My wife and I went to The Restaurant with high but not extraordinary expectations for a fine dining experience. Unfortunately, we were disappointed on most accounts. The food was not bad but there are definitely better choices for the price range. We were also disappointed with service when another table that arrived much later than we did received their meals before we did. We ended up being there for over an hour when we expected a quick lunch. Maybe it was because it was a hot day but nothing really seemed to go well other than a good view and even that was marred by umbrellas not quite providing enough shade and the distance from the water being far enough to lack the cool breeze you would expect from the Pacific Ocean.Special Features:
- complete chaosDogloverVIPDined on 10/4/2014I hesitated booking this place after reading the reviews; but decided to go ahead. What a bad experiance, we have become locals; but brought out of town guests, and were totally embarassed! The kitchen is too small to serve the # of customers they try to push through. One hour and fifteen minutes between order and service for a lunch! Half of the meals were cold, with a open kitchen you can see your food sitting there getting cold. The kitchen is the most disorganized I have ever seen: screaming, plates dropping, everything you can imagine. The table service was no better; mutiple people coming by; but not responsible for anything. Hot day ask for water ice anything; you were acknowledged; but nothing happened. Blow the place up, start over
- Great lunchLoveditDined on 10/4/2014This restaurant was recommended to me by a colleague who took the same trip the previous year. It was definitely worth the drive to Big Sur from Carmel and I would definitely recommend this spot. Spectacular view from their outdoor dining area and the food was very good. Service was a bit slow and not as attentive as I would have expected, but it was still a very good dining experience.Special Features:
- Not a great night for the anyonemeals2rememberVIPDined on 9/20/2014We have been here many times. We ate outside -which was lovely. Our server although kind - lacked the usual attentiveness. A second drink was not ordered because he came back too late in the meal. Our food was mediocre. Although the halibut was good - the tuna tartar was 'fishy' and stringy. We had a fabulous meal at the Ventana in August. This meal was a real disappointment.Special Features:
- OutstandinglizlovestoeatDined on 9/17/2014The service was efficient and helpful without being intrusive. The food was delicious and creative.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- RomanticJeanneVIPDined on 9/17/2014Very romantic setting and where my husband and I were married 28 years ago. The food was average and not as good as it was years ago. Prices are moderate and we were not impressed with the wine list. We did receive a complimentary dessert for our anniversary however it was not as good as Sweet Elena's chocolate decadence years ago. That was a disappointment.Special Features:
- great scenery but food okayBigSur2014Dined on 9/11/2014Stayed at this Inn for several days and had breakfast, lunch and dinner. Found breakfast and lunch good, but dinner was fair and service was poor. The dinner menu is a 4 course dinner ($75) but you can order al carte. Alaskan halibut was overcooked and bread was dry. Vegetables were overcooked. Soap was good. The wine selection is good and a full bar is available. The place was near empty even for dinner at peak times. You can may a reservation but why bother because you can always get a seat. A guest while walking out reports the same experience, and poor service. She advised to eat across the street.Special Features:
- spa likeluckydogDined on 9/11/2014This restuarant is like going to a good spa and having a great massage. It is beautiful, peaceful, earthy yet elegant and fills your soul as well as your stomach.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice view but......OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 9/2/2014Greatly disappointed the night we were there on our 40th wedding annersary. Chief came highly recommended but I'm sure was not in residence that night (at least I hope not) ingredients were fresh but preparation was completely uninspired. Service was so bad it was comical, our waiter continually brought the wrong plates to the wrong people and the checks to the wrong table. In his defense the restaurant appeared to be wildly understaffed.Special Features:
- use to be .....ant08VIPDined on 8/31/2014very sad, use to be good a year ago, now the food have no soul or flavor everything tasted vinegar and oily cheese and chilis. we got the tasting menu and it is well priced but not with that kind of food, a joke!!!! service very amateurish but not bad. will not go back....
- Wow!!!FromagerVIPDined on 8/30/2014What an amazing find!!! Gorgeous setting, incredible menu, so romantic! If I hadn't already proposed, I would have done it there.Special Features:
- a great place to tryJeffTVIPDined on 8/19/2014Though we ended up eating outside, the inside of the place looks inviting and looked cool and rustic. The outside patio area was expansive and had some nice lounging areas to sit as well as the table over near the edge. We only had their appetizers and the Ribs and duck wraps were awesome. Service was very good and friendly. Though we had clouds and couldn't see very well, the blue jays and open feel was very relaxing and lovely. Great place to take someone and very reasonable for what you are getting.Special Features:
- Upscale dining in Big SurSteve50Dined on 8/14/2014Ventana restaurant is part of the upscale Ventana resort-- perhaps the best dining option in Big Sur. Menu is simple-- 4 course fixed price was the option we selected. Food was excellent, along with attentive staff. We went there a second night to continue with different menu selections. Great, romantic outdoor setting with lots of fireplaces/ heat lamps to keep you warm on cooler nights in Big Sur when the fog rolls in.Special Features:
- Good food, long mealVeggieDined on 8/12/2014I work in NYC, and while I love nice food, I enjoy 1-1.5 hour meals. The food and view were great, but our meal was over 2.5 hours long, my only real complaint about dinner. The service was great, we had one pre fix dinner $80, and the other diner ordered a la carte. It was a special occasional and our server wrote happy anniversary on our plate which was nice.Special Features:
- Off the menuorangoDined on 8/1/2014The dinner menu was [pricey and selective. You also could not sit on the balcony with the best view for dinner. We ended up eating from the bar menu which was tasty and less expensive. You also got to sit with the better view.Special Features:
- Lovely settingLuvgoodfoodVIPDined on 8/1/2014Although clouds shrouded the ocean during our lunch at Ventana we still found the setting beautiful . Our server was very efficient and likeable and the lunch was quite good . I had a portobello mushroom sandwich and my husband had the fried chicken sandwich . These were large sandwiches so half of mine came home with me .Special Features:
- Back on Topmeals2rememberVIPDined on 7/31/2014We had a lovely and tasty dinner at The Restaurant at Ventana. The food was beautifully presented and the taste was incredible. Those who tended to the table were courteous, professional and attentive. We will go back again and again.Special Features:
- The following 360 reviews are from the The Restaurant at Ventana reviews archive.
- Unresponsive ServernycfoodieVIPDined on 7/27/2014Of course everyone goes for the view, and we will go again, but we had a pathetic waiter. The hostess was wonderful and engaging and the server was compete opposite. The server gave no response to requests. And he did not even say thank you when bill was paid. Maybe he is deaf/mute?Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2005Dined on 7/26/2014Setting can't be beat, food and service could be more sophisticated to match the prices.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Poor food qualityOliviaDined on 7/22/2014Very disappointed in the food. Not tasty, luke-warm entree. Service below par for such a pricey restaurant. The views and location were beautiful, but the dining experience was disappointing. Will not return to this restaurant.Special Features:
- Amazing FoodKARANDTARVIPDined on 7/20/2014This restaurant is impressive. I love the open kitchen and the menu was fresh and innovative. We had the chef's tasting menu, which was an excellent value for the quality and quantity of food received. My friend had the heirloom tomato salad, osso bucco, pork tenderloin, and baked Alaska, while my choices were the mixed greens with Humboldt Fog blue cheese, tempura (the deep fried thinly sliced lemon was goooooood), the swordfish with lemon couscous, and butterscotch cream brulee. Everything was extremely flavorful and beautifully presented. Service was great too!Special Features:


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The Fountain Lounge
- Address:
Roosevelt Hotel New Orleans
123 Baronne St.
New Orleans, LA 70112Neighborhood:
Central Business District
- Cuisine:
Creole / Cajun / SouthernPrice: $30 and under
The Fountain Lounge
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://therooseveltneworleans.com/dining/fountain-lounge.html
- Phone: (504) 648-5486
- Hours of Operation:
Breakfast 6:30am - 11:00am Monday-Friday
7:00am - 10:00am Saturday & Sunday
Brunch 10:00am - 4:00pm Saturday
10:00am - 2:00pm Sunday
Lunch 11:30am - 2:30pm Monday-Friday
Dinner 4:00pm - 10:00pm Sunday, Tuesday-Wednesday
4:00pm - 12am Thursday-Saturday
Closed on Monday
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Seafood, Creole / Cajun / Southern, Contemporary Southern
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
- Private Party Contact: Frank Gifford 504-335-3147x
- Entertainment: Live Jazz Thursday-Saturday
A word from The Fountain Lounge
The new Fountain Lounge at The Roosevelt New Orleans brings a touch of new-world sophistication, while offering subtle nods to the timeless elements of the hotel. Opened in 1938 under the direction of then-hotel owner Seymour Weiss, the Fountain Lounge was a place where the hip, sociable and fashionable met to enjoy cocktails and small plates in an atmosphere described as "casual and carefree as a night in Paris."Continued
Featuring rich wood flooring, luxurious fabrics and high-end finishes, the new Fountain Lounge balances its glamorous tradition with modern touches. The lounge will feature live entertainment with a focus on inventive cocktails and small plates, in keeping with its storied history. The new Fountain Lounge will set itself apart by offering a full raw bar serving a massive array of the freshest oysters and shellfish from the Gulf coast and also a sampling of the best raw seafood from around the world.
Featuring rich wood flooring, luxurious fabrics and high-end finishes, the new Fountain Lounge balances its glamorous tradition with modern touches. The lounge will feature live entertainment with a focus on inventive cocktails and small plates, in keeping with its storied history. The new Fountain Lounge will set itself apart by offering a full raw bar serving a massive array of the freshest oysters and shellfish from the Gulf coast and also a sampling of the best raw seafood from around the world.
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The Fountain Lounge reviews from OpenTable diners
20 reviews since July 30, 2014
- Food3.6Service3.8
- Ambiance4.4Noise LevelModerate
fit for foodies (8)vibrant bar scene (8)hot spot (7)good for groups (6)special occasion (4)romantic (3)great for brunch (3)late-night find (2)notable wine list (2)great for lunch (2)neighborhood gem (1)Show More
- A Wonderful Breakfast!LeftyMHVIPDined on 11/15/2014The broad variety of choices on the breakfast menu was the most notable thing about this restaurant; eggs benedict 4 different ways, assorted pancakes and waffles, breakfast meats, and lots of sides. The lump crabmeat on the eggs benedict was fresh and generous. All four people in our party ordered different items and all were very pleased with their picks. The location in the Roosevelt Hotel was handy for us since our hotel was only 2 blocks away. The restaurant was crowded when we were there in the 9:30 to 10:30am time frame, so service was slow, but we were not in a hurry. The ambiance is well above average for breakfast or lunch and would hold its own for dinner. Other than Brennan"s Restaurant and a couple of other fine dining restaurants for breakfast, the Fountain Lounge was among the best, and the price was much less.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great atmosphere & food for pre-theatreLesPocheVIPDined on 11/14/2014Live music, great gumbo & other offerings make this a great spot to get dinner before a show.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Nice at a price.chiquapinDined on 11/9/2014Waitress was polite, friendly and apologetic. If you do your job right apology's are not needed, wife's dish was not what she ordered but we did not send it back. Had to flag her down to get sherry for the turtle soup which was good but luke warm"not her fault" Bloody Mary's were shall for there price and and less than special. My daughter's omelet was huge but dry. My steak was small but properly cooked and very tasty. On the plus side it is a very clean and pleasant place to dine. Convenient to the Sanger theater and they validate valet parking "8 Hours"
- just a burgerfood4thoughtVIPDined on 10/12/2014We had eaten here several times before, that's how we ended up here for a late Sunday dinner. Previously we had only had appetizers and small plates. This time i ordered the burger. worst burger ever. i asked that it be medium and what i got was a solid chunk of over cooked block meat. the burger was the type that you get at low, very low, end restaurants. it was inedible. i had the fries and a few bites of the meat and then just watched my companions eating their meals which were quite good. it's a burger, how hard is it to get that right. just to boot, it came with a giant slab of cheese on it. that 's it. no tomato, lettuce or anything else. this would have been ok had the meat been edible. very disappointed.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Fountain LoungeEllenDined on 10/10/2014Great spot to enjoy some very good music and appetizers. There was a great vocalist accompanied by a great piano player. This is not the place to come for dinner however. Fun environment and would definitely go again. We did not stay to eat so please ignore my review about the food being good. Very pricey but fun!I would recommend this to a friend.
- Service with a bad attitudeValliecatVIPDined on 10/10/2014Our waitress was initially very friendly. However, when our entrees arrived, one of the six in our party did not receive his. After ten minutes, we asked about and were told it was coming. We asked again and the server was very rude and blamed the customer for the delay ( we all ordered at the same time). We had finished our meals when his finally arrived. Upon asking to speak to the manager, he kindly said he would address it. We then saw the server arguing with the manager! The food was ok, very small portions for the expense. Go for the drinks, not the food.Special Features:
- Better than Domenica For Sure!hamsterDined on 10/8/2014We had dinner before going to the Saenger. Everything from the hostess's warm welcome to the food and service was exceptional. The charcuterie board is truly out of this world! Great house-made pickles (including pickled kimchi & pears! YUM!) We split the beet salad, which was light and tasty, then split the pork belly entree. The meat was so tender and juicy, and paired quite well with the butternut squash puree. Tom Hook & his band mate came to talk to us, and proceeded to play the songs we had suggested. We felt like royalty, and almost didn't want to leave to go to the show. They had us out in a timely manner. I've never had anywhere near this wonderful of an experience at Domenica. We have found our new pre-theatre meal spot!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Quiet and elegantRachelDined on 10/8/2014Provided a civilized oasis away from the hectic work environment. Was quiet and elegant. Menu is limited but what was provided was delicious. Service was a little slow but we also did not act like we were in a hurry. Friendly staff.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great placeMarchccDined on 9/25/2014Fun last minute spot with great food. Our eleven year old loved it too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- After work before the holidaynueveDined on 8/29/2014Really enjoyed the food. The carrot cake presentation was different but very good. The Friday night duo was an unepxected surprise. The guitarist and the singer especially were quite talented and the delivery was entertaining.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Enjoyed it!SophieVIPDined on 8/23/2014We had an early pre-concert dinner. The service was very good. The food was excellent and they have some good wines by the glass. I would definitely go back.Special Features:
- The following 155 reviews are from the The Fountain Lounge reviews archive.
- not up to parsharonVIPDined on 7/27/2014I assume that when I go to breakfast in the restaurant of a decent hotel that the service will be efficient and the food will be reasonably decent. The Fountain Lounge didn't meet either of those criteria. Breakfast took well over an hour, a problem since we had somewhere to be. Usually, one is met by someone with a coffeepot. Here it took well over 10 minutes for someone to stop by the table. She had amuse bouches of beignets, which was a nice touch, but no coffeepot. Each succeeding step also took longer than it should have. My oatmeal was tepid. My husband's fritata was just adequate. The kids liked the Belgian waffles.
- Best charcuterie in the land!hamsterDined on 7/4/2014Went for dinner with a friend and ordered a little bit of everything. The service was superb. Our server, Carlos, was attentive, funny and well-versed in the entire menu. The fried chickpeas were a fun starter. We also had many of the smaller versions of the entrées. The scallops were divine-light but still filling. We also had the bone marrow, one of my favorite items to order. It is offered with lobster but I have a tragic shellfish allergy. Chef Mark Majorie actually came to our table to assure me they could prepare it without lobster! The greatest part of the meal was the charcuterie board. All meats are cured on property. I am usually not meat board fan, but one week later it's still all I talk about! Best guanciale I ever tried!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent Food and ServiceOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 6/14/2014We went to the Fountain Lounge on a Satruday night for drinks and dinner. The live music was great and the service and food were amazing. The wine list is great and they have a huge selections of wines by the glass. Overall a wonderful experience!!Special Features:
- A not Crowded Brunchnola504VIPDined on 6/8/2014We had a nice brunch on Sunday as a last minute pick because all the big names were sold out. The food was good, a little pricey for a hotel, but it is in the beautiful Roosevelt.Special Features:
- Great food and music!FriendsDined on 5/16/2014Went to Fountain Lounge before theater performance at Saenger on a Friday night. Ordered small plates and drinks. Service, drinks, and food were all first rate. The piano player was a definite plus. Would positively go again.Special Features:
- Worst. Service. Ever.AkluenerDined on 5/9/2014Found this place last minute during a recent trip to New Orleans. I was a little suspect that there were so many available reservation times for a party of 8, but the reviews were mostly good. Well, we found out. The service was literally the WORST I've ever had. I had to get up from our table during our 2 HOUR dining experience TWICE to find our waiter. Ever after speaking with the manager, the service did not improve even a little bit. We even had to get up to retrieve out bottle of wine from the chiller because he clearly was never going to refill our glasses. Even thought the food was great, I will never go back and would not recommend it.
- AtmosphereNjoyDined on 3/21/2014Swanky lounge with music and great food. What's not to love??Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great! Would recommend forTruittsDined on 3/12/2014Great! Would recommend for dinner. Perfect for pre-theatre.Special Features:
- More of a Lounge than RestaurantNOLANativeVIPDined on 3/8/2014Although located in the previous fine dining area that was the Sazerac Restaurant in the past, this is a bar/lounge that serves high priced but relatively good food. We went thinking it was more of a restaurant so were disappointed with a loud, overly lubricated group there that started whistling to people passing in the hall way and then ordered a pizza from outside the restaurant that they ate while drinking. Go to Domenica if you want more of a restaurant but its is very loud as well.Special Features:
- Jazz with your dinnerBinrahVIPDined on 2/4/2014The lounge plays jazz which serves as a nice background to dinner. The menu is relatively short but the selections are tasty. So far I haven't had anything I didn't like. Service is good, but could be a bit more attentive.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- As good as we'd hopedJMNOLAVIPDined on 1/18/2014We went to the Fountain Lounge for an early dinner before a play and were very pleased. We'll be backSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Light dining before theatrecatladyDined on 1/17/2014Pricey but convenient for a drink and light supper before the Saenger Theatre. Very friendly staff.Special Features:
- Luther Kent was awesome!Nolaguy1VIPDined on 1/3/2014Went to see Luther Kent in the new Fountain Lounge. Nice menu, small place were great. Drinks are PRICEY!!!! Did I say pricey?? Three Grey Goose on the rocks, $42.00?? Still in all, a great experience.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Perfectc21jeffrDined on 12/31/2013Had anniversary dinner while in NOLA for New Years and enjoyed special menu Food and service was really really good. I'll save up and go back!Special Features:
- Great food, excellent service,FountainDined on 12/31/2013Great food, excellent service, and charming ambiance.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- new years dinnernolafoodieVIPDined on 12/31/2013This was my second time at the fountain lounge. The first time it was very nice with the music playing and the food was pretty good. For new years there's was a fixed menu and no music. At 79$ a person I'm glad they let my date and I share a meal. Not only were the portions small and not hot, but the food was horrible. I would have thought for a special occasion set menu, the food would have been top notch. The meal choices were good.... but the chef really messed up. I live in the neighborhood and not sure if I will return.Special Features:
- Oustanding...this was theOpenTable Diner Since 2009VIPDined on 12/25/2013Oustanding...this was the first time eating out for Christmas Day and it was greatI would recommend this to a friend.
- Great Nite OutBopperDined on 12/21/2013what a fabulous, laid back setting for a fantastic nite out. service, food, and atmosphere were impeccable. live jazz in the background... didn't know a lounge could be so cool. we will definitely return. the rabbit tenderloin was superb.Special Features:
- Roosevelt for ChristmasChe7077Dined on 12/21/2013Fountain Lounge is nice, however very over priced. It's an old tradition going to the Roosevelt for Christmas. Went on a date there. Ordered the charbroiled Oysters which were amazing. Then split the Ahi Tuna small plate and Burger both were delicious. We ordered about 3 Martini's each, the bill came an it's was $120. Expensive night. I just feel I could have gone somewhere else and for that price got way more for our money. It will probably be a once in a life time experience.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great SurpriseBon50Dined on 12/20/2013Often hotel restaurants are just OK. That is NOT the case with the Fountain Lounge. What a great experience! The restaurant offers a view is of the hotel lobby which has an old world charm. It is an awesome place to people watch and get a great meal. It is a newly renovated lounge that was done first class. The wait staff was extremely attentive. Definate thumbs up!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The Roosevelt at ChristmasNolaGirlVIPDined on 12/20/2013Enjoyed an early Christmas lunch at the Fountain Lounge. Great service and food, in addition to the beautiful scenery of the Roosevelt Hotel. Good variety in food and drinks. Also, validated valet. A must try in NOLASpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- We ordered from the smallGulliverVIPDined on 11/28/2013We ordered from the small plates. The pork belly and the Ahi Tuna were excellent! The crispy oysters not so crispy, and tasted so so. The foie gras was totally sub-par.
- Great experience!OpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 11/28/2013Went for thanksgiving dinner with my girlfriend. Was awesome. Highly recommend.Special Features:
- A good questionLauraDined on 11/17/2013Now why would the Fountain Lounge offer oysters from Maine when we 're in the oyster capital of the country ? Other than that quirk, the food was great! Loved the endive salad. Beignet's were too firm. Would skip dessert & fill up on more local oysters!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Small plates are awesomeJessLuvsNOLAfoodDined on 11/16/2013Everything was great! We wanted to order more but couldn't fit anymore in our bodies! And for chocolate dessert fans, there's a decadent and amazing mousse cake!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- My experienceReeshDined on 11/16/2013The Fountain Lounge has an excellent atmosphere and great service. My party and myself had a great time. I tried an appetizer that I honestly would not have tried without my party suggesting and it was amazing! Our server David was awesome and did not over/under-serve. The small plate selection was perfect to couple with the well portioned appetizers. A bit more on the dessert selection would be cool, but that's just me. Overall great experience!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great for exploring the unusualkenyon80Dined on 11/16/2013When in town on a convention, went to the Fountain Lounge with some peers. Nice salads, unusual veggies, rabbit, tuna, turtle soup, pork belly, and pecan doughnuts for dessert were a fun and tasty exploration. Multiple small plates to share was the thing, not many large entrees. Nice setting in an old beautiful hotel.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- southern cuisine with a gourmet twisafetylawyerVIPDined on 11/8/2013This is the bar restaurant in the Waldorf Astoria and keeps to the elegance and high standards you'd expect. Food was wonderful: best turtle soup with Fois Gras I've ever had, refreshing and piquant pickled boiled shrimp, crispy yet juicy pork belly with beans and greens. And chocolate mousse cake dessert. Everything first rate.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wow! Great date spot! Charming!KlynnDined on 10/29/2013The Fountain Lounge is a gem and you MUST go! The staff was knowledgeable & friendly! They made us feel extremely valued. It was a nice touch that the manager & chef stopped by our table. We started with the cheese plate & cocktails followed by small plates (they do offer full sized entrées). I recommend the small plates! We shared ahi tuna, pork belly, & the rabbit tenderloin. We enjoyed raw & bienville oysters. I'm a texture person and was nervous to try these delicacies, but my fella insisted. I'm glad I did! DELISH! If you have texture issues, I recommend the bienville, but both are tasty! The small plates are all superb! You can't go wrong with any of them, but if I had to pick 1 get the pork belly! I recommend visiting! Much to offer!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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- 11 to 5-piece Latin band
- Playing a diverse range of styles
- Covering a comprehensive range of songs (traditional and contemporary) as well as playing original tunes
- Special request songs learned
- Starring some of the UK's finest musicians from the best bands around, and featuring a variety of guest artists
- Boasting over 20 brilliant reviews from some of the UK's top venues and clients
- Offering a flexible range of line-ups and instrumental combinations to suit the budget and requirements of the occasion
- Offering a flexible range of support acts to further enhance the occasion
- Providing its own instruments, PA and backline
- Excellent value for money
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Prices range from £750 to £5408
DIÁSPORA: United in the Latin Beat
"Clave... To us the word goes beyond explanations and definitions. It means life, salsa, the food of our leisure time, the motion of intense rhythm, the emotion of 20,000 people simultaneously grooving to the natural sounds of life. It's being played in beat, on key, on clave... It means to be on top of things, to be playing it right... Clave is history, it's culture. African drums from far off places like Nigeria, Dahomey, and Ghana married the Spanish guitar to bring us clave. The seeds were planted in the Caribbean and now their grandchild is Salsa..."
DIÁSPORA is a UK-based Latin band bringing you a one-way ticket to the music of the Americas. The 11-piece lineup (2 vocalists, 3 percussionists, 4 brass, piano and bass) lends itself to an expansive BIG BAND sound without losing the dynamism and spark of a small group, and combines sensuous vocals, sophisticated horn lines and explosive percussion solos... With their vision to unite the rhythms of the Americas, their music is uplifting, inspiring and unifying, celebrating the diversity of cultures that arose out of the African Slave Trade, whilst focusing on the Cuban, Brazilian and globalized SALSA sounds which have become significant musical languages and forms of solidarity and cultural exchange among communities throughout the world.
DIÁSPORA is not your regular salsa band... it's a LATIN band, in the wider sense; freely mixing salsa with jazz, funk and contemporary popular music styles to create an explosive mix of sounds... it's a BIG BAND by its very nature; equipped with all of the credentials to make for an exhilarating live outfit - engaging vocalists, a burning hot rhythm section and a big fat brass section... With their critically acclaimed fusion of rhythms, DIÁSPORA is one of the most exciting new projects to emerge on the UK Latin scene today.
"DIÁSPORA... The word has a universal meaning in many languages - it is all about dispersed peoples coming together, and the amazing musical fusions that this has created. Our sound has the spirit of salsa, but the swing of samba, and we combine these rhythms with jazz, funk and infusions of contemporary popular music styles from around the world - it is a real melting pot..." Rory Duffy (saxophonist and director)
DIÁSPORA has performed all over the UK, touring concert venues, events both private and corporate, festivals, showcases and weddings. Previous clients include Band on the Wall, Cultural Collage World Music Festival, KRO Ltd Catering & Events, Manchester Food & Drink Festival, Manchester Jazz Festival, Manchester Salon, Matt & Phred's Jazz Club, Prestwich Festival, Royal Northern College of Music, Salsa de Cuba, Salsa Direct and WPA Health Insurance.
DIÁSPORA provides the ULTIMATE catalyst for an engaging live outfit, delicately poised between its infectious appeal among a wide range of audiences yet technically sophisticated sensibility. The original compositions combine influences as diverse as South American pop, Spanish rumba, nu-Bossa, funk and reggaeton with a lyrical interplay between love, musical intoxication and images from the natural world. The arrangements themselves are pretty simple, containing flexible open platforms that allow the band to really stretch out and explore their musical territory, punctuated with unifying sections that bring the band into triumphant moments of tightness and togetherness. DIÁSPORA has become a real VIBE band; analogous to a single, living breathing organism, yet free and open at the same time, lending itself to bursts of collective spontaneity - clapping in clave, improvised vocal refrains and onstage swaying. The combination of its expansive 11-piece lineup and its diverse influences from Latin American, mainstream popular and world rhythms render DIÁSPORA truly a musical carnival...
DIÁSPORA blends sophistication with FUN and works equally well as an amazing party band available for hire. Whether it is cheesy commercial Hollywood hits, sophisticated Latin jazz, straight-up contemporary salsa dance music or old-school Cuban classics, it is completely up to you! And of course like all great bands DIÁSPORA will judge what the audience respond to on the day and are prepared to change the set list 'on the fly'...
"From the minute this band takes to the stage to the minute they leave, DIÁSPORA is certain to compel you to dance to these fantastic beats. DIÁSPORA is your one-way ticket to the sizzling, scorching sounds of Latin America and the Caribbean. If you are looking to create an event where the dance floor simply must be full then this is the band for you!"
- Freak Music
"Thanks for your hard work to make our reception such a success - Tim & I loved every second and the band went down a storm… Diáspora pulled out all the stops to make our wedding reception the fun & energetic party we wanted. They appealed to our broad spectrum of guests with funky recognisable tunes including a Latin twist. From initial enquiry until the pack away the band were a pleasure to work with - all questions dealt with quickly and with a real desire that we should get exactly the wedding reception we wanted. I would not hesitate in recommending Diáspora - I had full confidence that they would be the perfect band, and in fact our expectations were exceeded. Thanks for making the day perfect - we fully intend to see you perform again:-)"
- Jo & Tim, Salisbury, Wiltshire
"A big thank you to Diáspora for playing at our world music festival, bringing Latin sounds to Richmond Riverside and encouraging the crowd to move their feet! The band delivered a lively set and were prompt and reliable during the process."
- On The Edge World Music Festival 2013, Richmond Arts Service
★ ☆ Diáspora is one of the great choices we made for our wedding ☆ ★ First of all, thank you to Diáspora for your understanding of our needs. Our situation
- We didn't know how to book a band.
- We love salsa and Cuban music but not too serious.
- We didn't know much about salsa dancing.
- Most of our guests were not familiar with Latin music.
But we wanted to have Latin music because the wedding was in summer and it would make a difference and our guests would be interested. So we had a problem to solve and Diáspora did it. Booking: It was a calm and easy booking process. Diáspora knew exactly what we needed and took great patience to wait for us, to understand what we needed. At our wedding party: Background music. Diáspora played salsa music as background music in early time of the reception. Our guests enjoyed their conversation, moving their bodies to the music. Surprisingly, many guests knew some of the music! Easy to enjoy Latin music. Diáspora played some songs with something simple and easy rhythm to our guests that some kids started to dance ; ) Get people grooving. And then after the dinner, Diáspora gave us a 5-minute salsa dance lesson. It was really successful!!! Many of our guests enjoyed so much to follow the rhythm, laughing at each other. After the lesson, guests were just enjoying dancing, forgetting about "how to dance" which is fantastic! Our wedding party was very successful and the most important element was definitely Diáspora! Everybody was talking about the band after the party!!!"
- Clare and Joe, July 20th 2013
"I would just like to thank you all for making James and Chikako's special day even more so with the wonderful music and atmosphere you provided... Everyone has contacted us to say how great it was. If we ever need more music we will be in touch."
- Sheila, Suffolk
"Fantastic!! Great music. Wonderful musicians and vocalists. And the band provided a wonderful atmosphere interacting with the crowd at just the right moments in a charming and fun way. It seemed the band were all friends, they exuded warmth. Always professional, well-organised and keen to make sure all the arrangements were smooth and enjoyable. They sincerely wanted us to have a great night and we surely did. And it wasn't a straightforward gig. There was no stage. The eleven band members were playing in half of my living room (London terrace house). It was a very special evening... the liaison was professional, agreeable and prompt and the arrangements proceeded smoothly. Couldn't be happier with this engagement."
- Katherine, London
"Many thanks to you all. It was a brilliant night!"
- Russ & Jenn, wedding, Pershore, Worcestershire
"...you were really well received at the CILT NW Awards and the room was still networking and dancing to the end of your set!"
- Simon Reynish, Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport
"Just want to THANK YOU for a great performance, everyone commented on how great you were and we will certainly keep you in mind for any future events."
- KLM Airways
"DIÁSPORA was exactly what was needed to bring the Prestwich Concert Series to a rip-roaring and stunning close. Energetic, vivid, bright, bubbling with sun that was only too absent from the Manchester air, the standard of playing can only be classed as faultless, delivered with a professionalism that would I am sure leave a lot of similar bands standing. We were warned and it came true: people really were dancing in the aisles."
- Prestwich Festival
"DIÁSPORA were great! Fantastic entertainment from a great group of musicians. All the guests really enjoyed them!"
- Christie's
"The band really engaged with audience, which created a great vibe. Mixing classic songs with current music gave the band a wide appeal and had everyone up dancing all night. Great fun and would definitely book them for future events."
- KRO Ltd
"We've worked with and had the pleasure of enjoying the music of DIÁSPORA on many occasions - a band of experienced and talented musicians. Whether the 5-piece or big 11-piece group, they never fail to bring a great performance of varied and popular Latin and Salsa numbers to the show. From our point of view as dancers, we all enjoy the DIÁSPORA experience, having us all on our feet all night! They now have quite a following in the salsa scene - highly recommended!"
- Salsa De Cuba
"A bunch of young, hip and cool aficionados producing the slickest and most polished sounds in the city. Fronted by mesmerising vocalists, backed by a burning hot percussion unit and equipped with a tight pop horns train, DIÁSPORA provides the perfect recipe for a fun-filled fiesta night out. A zesty infusion of salsa and jazz influences, fat funky grooves and just about everything else south of the border, DIÁSPORA is the ultimate tribute to Latin music in the UK. Absolutely stunning."
- Band on the Wall
"DIÁSPORA small band brought a fun fiesta feeling to the Festival Hub's main-stage at the 2010 Manchester Food & Drink Festival. With their colourful interpretations of Latino classics mixed with their energetic, quirky spontaneity and delightful stage presence, DIÁSPORA brought the sunshine out of all who came to attend. The performers really seemed to be enjoying themselves, which naturally fed into the enjoyment of the assembled crowds. This is a band definitely worth keeping an eye on!"
- Edge Street Events / Manchester Food & Drink Festival
"DIÁSPORA left audiences cheering and pleading for more after their high-energy performance at Manchester Jazz Festival 2010. Their dedication to the Afro-Cuban and Brazilian repertoire, which they deliver in such a vibrant and authentic way, was a treat for both the aficionado and the dancer out for a good time. With their punchy horns, colourful percussion and engaging vocalists, here is a young band set to ignite and inspire listeners and dancers wherever they appear."
- Manchester Jazz Festival
"To say I was 'blown away' by the evening's experience is a little bit of an understatement! DIÁSPORA took to the stage and the evening really 'kicked off'. DIÁSPORA are an 11-piece band, billed as being 'one of the most exciting new projects in the contemporary UK Latin scene' and they did not disappoint. The acoustics are great and I was particularly impressed with Rory Duffy's haunting saxophone rifts, coupled with the vibrancy and clarity of the lead female vocalist."
- Manchester Salon
"Our audience really enjoyed DIÁSPORA's performance at La Soirée Concert Series. Thank you for entertaining us."
- Your Event Musicians
"The style is Latin jazz, not unlike the Alex Wilson sound if you're familiar with that: some of it just forced you to get up and move, and all of it was highly listenable. I hope to hear a lot more of DIÁSPORA."
- Grevel Lindop, salsa critic, author of 'Travels on the Dancefloor'
"DIÁSPORA gave a performance that was both great fun, and well received by our audience - who simply didn't want to stop dancing. Moreover, the band too seemed to be having such a good time, so much so that they didn't want to stop dancing either! Well done, thanks for keeping us informed at all times during the booking process, and I am sure that, on the strength of such a successful gig, I will have little problem booking you for others!"
- Cultural Collage World Music Festival
"On first listening, very nice. Shows the scope of the band's repertoire. Well recorded, production is good (brass & vocals are really clean and percussion is well balanced), playing is good - you are all obviously excellent musicians technically... Excellent Spanish pronunciation... This band can PLAY. They've got the feel!"
- Lubi Jovanovic, salsa promoter
"In February 2010 we had the pleasure of DIÁSPORA to entertain us at our annual conference. The band were kind enough to liaise with us well in advance to discuss our requirements and I am really happy that this was taken into account for our evening. As our guests had an age range from 23 to 73, I feel you provided a great party atmosphere for all, and the surrounding logistics was made easy by your professional approach. I would have no hesitation in recommending DIÁSPORA to any corporate function should they desire an entertaining upbeat Latin style party."
- WPA Health Insurance
"What a lovely surprise! The music is authentic, and the guys really understand clave. I've been collecting Latin music (from Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia) for a long time now and am very rarely surprised..." - Irfan Rainy, salsa promoter
"DIÁSPORA are a hugely talented and energetic band who blew the roof off Matt & Phred's on their first ever gig at the club. The band of 11 musicians has a great natural fusion and the ease in which they commanded the stage was a joy to behold. This is a band we will definitely be booking again and again."
- Matt & Phred's Jazz Club
"DIÁSPORA have a great energy showing through; the arrangements are clever and innovative, and there are some good musicians."
- Salsa Direct
"Tight, professional, and above all, FUN, DIÁSPORA blew us all away. Faithful enough to the traditions of Latin music to satisfy even the most diehard purist, but with enough energy and diversity for an amazing party band. I would recommend these guys to anyone."
- Royal Northern College of Music
"DIÁSPORA's performance at our wedding reception was fantastic. We got married in Christ Church, our old Oxford college, a beautiful setting which nevertheless has very strict requirements regarding sound, volume and logistics. DIÁSPORA achieved what seemed impossible at first - to meet to all the college's requirements AND provide a magical performance for our guests. Many of our guests had "Latin" origins - either from Spain or South America - and they were all equally impressed by the authenticity of DIÁSPORA's music which kept us dancing till the early hours. DIÁSPORA is a very energetic, friendly and professional band that can produce the perfect music for any occasion. We recommend them strongly!"
- Eleanor & Ravinder, wedding, Oxford
"We would like to thank you and DIÁSPORA for an excellent set on Saturday. We thoroughly enjoyed the music and have had a lot of favourable comments from our guests about the music! Please pass on our thanks to Rory and the rest of the band for their part in making it such a special night!"
- GH, wedding, York
"We were delighted with DIÁSPORA. Everybody had a fantastic time dancing, and we received many comments about how excellent the band were. We would definitely recommend them."
- GW, wedding, Lancashire
"Just wanted to say thanks again for playing yesterday - we had a brilliant time, and lots of our guests have been telling us how great they thought you guys were. Thank you!"
- Andy & Clare, wedding, Cheshire
"Many thanks to you all. It was a brilliant night!"
- Russell & Jenn, wedding, Worcestershire
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11 Dog Breeds You Never Knew Existed
You might think you are smart about dogs. Here is a list of pooches from around the world, most of which you won't see on your morning stroll.
You might think you are smart about dogs. Here is a list of pooches from around the world, most of which you won't see on your morning stroll.
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Ahhh, nothing like feeling the breeze whip through your… fur.
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Starring the corgi Carly, this is hands down the best "Call Me Maybe" parody to date.
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This Rhodesian Ridgeback's puppies have a new sibling after their mom adopted a little panther cub.
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Poor Scooter just wants to end a long day like everyone else by relaxing, but NOOO!
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It is a dog eat dog world, where only the clever dogs survive.
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Just give Penny a small hill and she is all set.
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He's got an Irish ditty to sing for you. As a side note, his inability to run is caused by a neurological disorder called ataxia, which is in most cases neither life-threatening nor painful.
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Seriously, she's sad.
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Puppies seem to be more privy than their older counterparts to this form of food coma, which is typified by loud snoring and cuteness overload.
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The Super Wan Wan Dog Circus in Tsukuba City, Japan is absolutely amazing. All the dogs involved are from animal rescue!
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All he's missing is a typewriter and a small bird to keep him company.
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This Memorial Day weekend, take a cue from Clancy, Bruce, and Ronnie, and beat the heat in the cutest way possible.
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Dogs have no understanding of "life jackets", but that's fine. (via twitter.com)
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Learn the truth about these great devices.
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As humans, it is so easy for us to judge animals based on their relative intelligence. Max here just wants to go play with his rake, but he lacks a basic understanding. And it's adorable.
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Rhubarb is one happy dog! Makes big strides as he "rocks it off-road" to a place where no quad cart has ever been…at least not his!
CalAnimalRehab 2 years ago 35 responses
Try to take these pacifiers off these pooches and you might just lose a finger.
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Proof that cameras belong on dog collars, and further proof that our people-lives are far too complicated.
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Poor Boomer. Way to toy with his emotions, owner.
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Protip: slices of American cheese also work well. The always awesome Frogman created this handy guide to giving your dog pills. (via thefrogman.me)
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Reminder: Twice-a-Week Watering Has Begun
This is your friendly reminder, University Park residents, that twice-a-week watering has begun as of yesterday.
Even-numbered houses: you water on Sundays and Thursdays.
Odd-numbered houses: you water on Saturdays and Wednesdays.
This ordinance will be in place year-round. Certain exemptions apply, such as watering with a hand-held hose or watering can. Watering is prohibited between 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Oct. 31.
University Park officials understand that you need time to reset automated systems. So through Aug. 1, if a code-enforcement officer sees a house with sprinklers running at the wrong time, the officer will leave a reminder notice on the front door or explain the restrictions in person if the resident is present. After that, violation notices will be mailed and repeat violators could be subject to a court citation.
Go to the city's website here for tips on how to avoid runoff and how to make sure you're watering the right amount.
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Other than this blog, there has been NO notification, much less OFFICIAL notification, about this new ordinance. It wasn't even in their newsletter that comes with our utility bill. How do they expect to reach most of UP's residents if they don't at least place fliers on our doors on put it in their newsletter?
I know for a fact that none of my neighbors visit this blog, and when I told them about this new watering schedule they looked at me like I was crazy. Basically they're all going to do what they've always done. UP has got to do a better job of getting the word out.
What exactly again is the problem? Is the City of UP low on water supply? Why do we need this regulation?
Spelling my name as "Pasty" is often a common mistake, and much ado has been made of it with some of my clients. For example, The Richards Group folks would often take the trouble of buying personalized cakes for me on my birthday with that endearing "name" prominently displayed. I tried my best to be a good sport about it.
But anyhoo, thanks for the note, Steve Mace. I still think door fliers would be the most effective way to reach the residents.
Um, I think you have the watering-restricted-to-times reversed
And in McKinney, sprinklers may run once every two weeks. Makes UP look a bit profligate, no?
I am a little puzzled by the need for the restriction, did something happen/is something happening to our sweet water deal that gives us first rights to a lake or two?
@1st Anon – Seriously? You do realize we're in the middle of a drought?
I'm in support of curtailing excessive watering, but I am bothered by the lack of citizen input. Did the City consult with professional landscapers? If so, which ones? Why must one of the days be on a weekend when we are out enjoying our yards? Why not try a voluntary conservation campaign first?
Drought or not, I have to admit, I'm a bit puzzled by this restriction as well. I don't object to it, but like JohnG above, I've wondered if something had changed with our water-source deal. I seem to recall that we've experienced state-level drought conditions in years past, without this sort of restriction being implemented by UP. So I think what people are actually wondering is not whether the restriction is meritorious, but rather, what specifically made this time different from other times?
Pasty Ann, when your mother said you'd be sorry for eating paste in front of the other kids, you didn't believe her. And now look what's happened.
Steve Mace obviously has secret information the rest of us do not – namely, that Patsy Ann was the original consumer of schoolroom paste. Being the alpha female second grader she surely was, Patsy set an example for her classmates, who by setting similar examples started a chain reaction that triggered a nationwide paste-eating craze. I can only imagine how Steve torments himself each night thinking of all the billions of gallons of precious water used to wash paste-crust from the faces, clothes, hair and teeth of these millions of children – all that wasted water that could have been used on our lawns. The next morning, he adds another snapshot of Patsy Ann to his Wall of Crazy.
@Maggie, sure, I know that we are in the middle of a drought. Personally, I think that we've run our sprinkler system once this summer. The rains have hit just so that you really don't need it.
The City of UP does not have a water supply problem, thanks to someone very smart a long time ago who negotiated our water rights. It's well known. So why create new laws. Well, "The Arbor" (the water bill insert) writes: "to encourage more efficient outdoor water use".
So, in fact, our city council has implemented some social engineering with unnecessary over-regulating laws.
We do not have an infinite magical source of water. We have been lucky the past few years while other communities' reservoirs were drying up, but now that's not the case. Lake Grapevine is now at 62.7 percent capacity and hasn't had ANY significant rainfall for quite some time, and we're now heading into our hottest and driest portion of the year. At 62.7 percent capacity, we are just 4.5 feet away from Stage 3 trigger. So we are now being asked to reduce our watering to twice a week which is still way more than what other local communities are allowed.
Go here for Texas reservoir data:
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I forgot to mention at the beginning of my post above that Lake Grapevine Is our source for water. For some reason I just assumed everyone knew this already.
My dear neighbors, it rained last night in most of PC. Not a lot, but enough. Turn your sprinkler systems off. Today is Thursday. You don't need your sprinkler again until maybe Monday.


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