Beef Tartare
Thacher Rye

Thacher Rye

228 N Market St, Frederick, Maryland, USA, 21701, 21701-6606, United States

Cafés • Western • European • American


"Today was my first time eating at Thacher Rye and I’m ecstatic to say it was not be my last. I stumbled upon the restaurant after a quick Google search that screamed “EAT HERE” There are many places suggested for best brunch in Frederick and I’ve tried many of them; Jojo’s, Nola, Up on Market St and Hootch and Banter (to name a few and nothing, I mean nothing, compares to the service and quality of food as Thacher Rye. Immediately upon entering I was concerned that I was under dressed since I had just came up to get a beard trim and was dressed in athletic wear. The extremely handsome and very friendly Jordan, who greeted me with the kindest smile ever, assured me that I was ok. He gave me a quick tour of the dining room (which is so beautiful, like the entire building and we decided to sit at the bar with the incredibly charismatic and stunning Hannah! Hannah was multitasking like crazy all while making incredible eye contact and killing the customer service game. Chick Fil A should send their employees to Hannah for training! I had kind of made my mind up with what I was going to eat and after hearing Hannah’s suggestions, I stuck with what I wanted. Which was a mistake. Always listen to the employees!!! Now don’t get me wrong, my food was incredible, but now I can’t stop dreaming of Shakshuka. I did decide to add the Grits which are the best I’ve had anywhere outside of Atlanta. What a treat to discover this restaurant today. Now I just need a nap Thanks to everyone who made my first time eating here so incredible!!"

Hugo's

Hugo's

88 Middle St, Portland, United States Of America, Cliff Island

Fish • Wine • Pasta • Coffee


"Hugo's is a really special place in Portland. Although the city is bursting with amazing restaurants, they still manage to be unique and cutting-edge. I will fully admit that I have had some dishes here that simply don't work for me but that is part of the fun of dining at a restaurant that is constantly trying to innovate. And the dishes that I didn't care for are clearly outweighed by the majority that I found wonderful over the course of my half dozen meals here. This is not to mention the absolute top-notch service you can expect at a real fine dining establishment like those sporting fancy Michelin stars. I always felt extremely welcomed and catered to whenever visiting them. A particular reason that Hugo's has a fond place in my heart is that they served me one of the handful of dishes I've had that not only was incredible but actually changed the way I thought about food and what it could be. Around five years ago I shared a large-format ribeye steak with five other people that changed my life. My stomach was already so miserably/joyfully full by the time it was served. The fact that this juicy, fatty, umami-filled piece of meat was good enough that I still managed to eat another half pound of food and love every bite speaks to just how awesome it was. As you can tell I'm passionate about a good steak and since then I've learned to make one (almost) as good as that but it was still enough to keep me coming back time and time again."

Alderwood Santa Cruz

Alderwood Santa Cruz

155 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz, USA, 95060, United States

Steak • European • American • Breakfast


"they save themselves some time and money for something much better elsewhere. eating was the only reason to really give all stars. we decided to go after the parking lot on the road and regret it. we were shown the bar after telling the empty-looking restaurant and the terrace was fully dedicated for the evening. we were immediately greeted and served by rafael and he was great, but a part of the way through our meal, he disappeared and our experience went down hills from there. we asked for wein and were promptly pointed out to steve, which seemed unrequired and gave minimal description of a $30 glass cabernet bottle msrp is $45) then we had to say to the bartender again. she struggled to use a coravin and gave up and tried the bottle with the foil still on!!!! that led to pieces of cork in our pathetic excuses for a glass of wine. we have paid $30 for 3-4 ounces of medium cabernet with cork. the skallop was a well composed plate. the charred avocado lacked salt and seemed to make me little sense. the hanger steak was good, but a bit on the smaller side. the hot it was also very tasteful and interesting, but also have used a hauch of finishing salt. then we made the mistake of ordering two espresso martinis in creamy style and a classic, they were both terrible. I don't know what the specifications of the barkeeper used, but that wasn't the worst espresso martini ive had. I know that it is hard to find good help, but also basic things like not wearing them apron they eat and drink in, on the bathroom, these young don't understand. I have been in the service industry for 17 years from casual to michelin star restaurants and I hate to leave a bad review. this place could be so good and I wanted it to be. unfortunately we left unhappy, unhindered and after $300 for two guests unsatisfied and will not be back soon."