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I left La Locanda in a food coma, and I barely even made a dent in my plate.
I went here in the middle of a monsoon after cabbing it all the way to Melograno from Old City, only to find out they were closed. Balancing a bottle of wine in one hand and an umbrella in the other, I jumped right back in the cab, asked the driver to head back toward Old City, got on my BlackBerry, and with the help of trusty Yelp, quickly decided on La Locanda as my new dinner destination.
Not having a reservation on a Saturday night wasn't the most ideal situation, but the wait wasn't unbearable -- around 25mins. Still, I'd suggest making one ahead of time to be seated quickly. There's not much room to wait.
Everything about this little BYO is LOUD. The dining room, and especially the waiters, create so much noise that it at times becomes difficult to hear across your own table. When we were seated, the waiter came over and yelled the specials at us and the table next to us. And I mean YELLED. It was like a scene straight out of the Sopranos, with nearly broken-English and Italian dialect being shouted at us. I started laughing because I thought it was a joke. It was not. Although a bit brusque at first, all of our servers (we had 3 throughout the night) were very nice and seemed genuinely appreciative of our business.
I tried to order the penne with sauteed eggplant. They were out of it. It clearly said, "NO CHEESE ON SEAFOOD" on the menu (I despise that stupid rule), and nearly every other pasta dish had meat or seafood in it. I don't eat meat, and I can't eat pasta without cheese. I ordered the pasta with shrimp, sundried tomatoes, and spinach, but told the waiter then that I absolutely needed cheese for it. He said, "I'll close my eyes." Points for that.
Pasta fagioli was homemade, insanely garlicky (yummm), and tasty. My pasta was so delicious, and arrived at the table with a little gravyboat full of grated cheese (thanks!). It was heavenly, and full of flavor. The shrimp in the pasta were especially good -- cooked perfectly.
One thing you can be sure of when eating here is that you won't leave hungry. Portions are massive. I felt like I ate a lot, but when I looked down at my plate at the end of the meal, it looked like I'd barely touched it.
As we ordered dessert, it was close to closing, and the place had emptied out except for about 5 tables. The atmosphere was perfect then; quiet and relaxed. They don't serve coffee, only espresso that will put hair on your chest. My partner got the cannoli (2 mini ones) and said they were awesome.
As we were leaving, one of our servers thanked us repeatedly for stopping in, and said he hoped we'd come again soon. I think he really meant it.
For me, this really hovers between one star and two. Like Tae K. I was shocked at the many four and five star ratings. After reading about it as one of the better BYO places in town, we decided to pop in for dinner on First Friday recently. The place was hopping and we were ready for a great meal. Not taking credit cards is a drag, but I can live with that. We also did not have wine, since the meal was spontaneous and the nearest wine store was a few blocks away. In the end I wish I had gone on a wine run, because a good wine buzz might have blunted the disappointment in the food. Service was terrible! Friendly, but there was ONE waiter and ONE busboy for the entire restaurant. Long waits for food, had to ask for water refills.
OK, the food: Basically, extremely ordinary Italian food. Frozen Celentano's probably better. Yes the portions are large, but does that matter if the food is mediocre? We had the mussels to start, as well as salad special. Salad was overdressed and soggy, and not very flavorful. Mussels were OK, but half the mussels were totally closed. Had to ask for a spoon for the broth - something that should be a given for mussels. Main courses were also both boring, and pretty tasteless.
It is a fun bustling atmosphere, a good location in the heart of Old City, but those are its strongest assets. Will not be returning!
I can't believe this BYOB has a four star average. WHAT??? I've gone here on two different occasions for friends' birthdays, and both times walked away thinking my money would have been better spent if I had just flushed it down the toilet. Seriously, can I give negative stars for this place?
Okay, the food is alright, I'll give you that, but overpriced for what it is ($50 per meal?). The most serious flaw about La Locanda, though, is the service. In fact, it is the definition of SERVICE FAIL. The obnoxious waiter (there is one, in particular, that makes me want to stab my own eyes out with a fork) literally screamed at us, trying to set us up with the most expensive options on the menu. He would interrupt our order and say "NO! NO! YOU DON'T WANT THAT, YOU WANT THIS!!!" Only when we yelled back and told him we didn't want what he pushed on us, did he relent... but only slightly. Both evenings and birthday celebrations, in my mind, were ruined thanks to this waiter.
There is one good thing about La Locanda, I guess, which is that each time, I left the restaurant absolutely wasted. You're going to need your entire bottle/jug of wine to forget about what an awful experience this restaurant is.
To wrap up, here is how I would answer some of the survey questions along with this review:
Take-Out: Yes please, anything to enjoy the food in the peace and quiet away from the waiters.
Good for: If, for some reason, your blood pressure is too low for your liking.
Price Range: A good evening with friends. Sorry.
Attire: Earplugs to prevent your eardrums from exploding, thanks to the waiters screaming in your ears.
Good for Groups: If you really hate the person who is trying to celebrate their birthday.
Good for Kids: If you want your kids to fear restaurants for the rest of their lives.
Waiter Service: Read everything above.
Alcohol: You're going to need lots of it.
This restaurant was really delicious. Service was nothing special but we didn't experience any rude waiters or yelling that other Yelpers have mentioned. I'm vegan and they were able to make me a delicious mushroom pasta dish with tomato rather than cream sauce. Others I ate with enjoyed their meals as well.
Have you guys ever met any Italians? They're loud and bossy. You say, "Oh, that's plenty," and they scoop another spoonful onto your plate. The waiters here might try to guide you toward a certain plate when you're flip flopping, by shouting that you should get xyz, but that's the way of their people! So, go here knowing that it's an authentic Italian place. It will be loud. You will drink your wine, stuff your face and enjoy it.
I went with a group of 8 (we had a reservation) and had a total blast. The waiters were jovial and upbeat, not at all annoying even to me. And I'm annoyed all the time. He was a little difficult for some of our group to understand, but luckily, I speak Italian-American and was able to translate. Everyone's food was amazing, and the antipasti we shared was excellent. I ordered a sausage dish with cannelini beans, which I expected to come over pasta, but didn't. I don't need the extra carbs anyway. Especially after scarfing the bread that greeted us at the table, and the delicious eggplant hummus spread that came with it. Man, that meal was amazing. Just make sure you ask for tap water and not bottled if you're not into paying for hydration. Other than that, this place was fantastic and made us feel comfortable (and full).
Good food, friendly service, BYOB, an absolute solid deal.
I came here for a friend's birthday and unlike places like Mercato that are also cash-only, this place takes reservations. Thank goodness. I really gripe on things like that. The restaurant was very patient managing our big group and for that I give them props.
I ate so much food I thought I was going to fall over. While you're wating for your food, you get bread with this really addicting eggplant sauce. We contemplated taking the big tub of it which was right by our table. The mushroom crepes are a great appetizer and actually pretty filling. One of the specialties about La Locanda is that their gnocchi is made from ricotta instead of potatoes, as previously mentioned by other reviewers. Pretty tasty. I got to mooch off of others for a taste of mussels and crab cakes. The mussels came right out of their shell making for an easy eat and the crab cakes were so soft. After all the great appetizers and dishes, I opted to get a cannoli since I haven't had one in a while. Oh, such decadence! Chocolate chips and chocolate sauce, oh sugary-sweetness. The tiramisu was really good from what I could tell (not soggy). Great ways to top off my meal :)
This place gets crowded, but you have room to breathe unlike *ahem Mercato. Make sure to make reservations and bring a bottle when you go and enjoy!
The GF and I popped into La Locanda after First Fridays the other day and we were treated to what seemed to be a very authentic Philly Italian experience.
First off, the place isn't huge and it seems to be quite popular on the weekends. Going with a group larger than two would be difficult without a reservation. Also, the volume reflects the general attitude of merriment that this place exudes, so don't come here for a quiet meal.
The food at La Locanda was delicious offering plenty of options provided you aren't a vegetarian (or worse, vegan). I opted for the Lamb Shank special and it was tender and delicious, with a portion well on the generous side. The crab cake appetizer was also fantastic, and was served with two well prepared shrimp.
BYOB always helps to keep the tab a little cheaper and we had the servers were quick to open our bottle for us when we were seated. The employees here are definitely on the boisterous side but generally seem pleasant and jovial.
La Locanda has a nice atmosphere but may be more hectic than I would generally prefer on the weekends. I plan on checking back in with them on a Wednesday, when they feature live flamenco guitar.
I've been wanting to go to this restaurant ever since I smelled the garlic wafting out the front door during my first First Friday in Philadelphia. I finally talked the bf into going with me. While it was packed, we were able to make a 9PM reservation, were seated promptly when we arrived, and were treated to great service throughout the meal. Of course, I always feel romantic when dining with my honey, but this place may be a bit too tight and loud to qualify as a romantic destination for most. I didn't mind at all.
The food was really quite delicious and courses were well timed. My only gripe is that the pasta courses were on the prices side - almost $20 while other similar establishments only charge $10-$12. The portions, however, are huge. So I guess you can have two meals, if you are willing to carry home the leftovers.
My first impressions of La Locanda Del Ghittone were mixed. As a Jersey Girl with no Italian heritage, there were two things that annoyed me before I even walked in the door. 1) I like a parking lot. Paying 25¢ for 8 minutes of parking is just insane. 2) I can't ever remember the name of the restaurant, and then when I read it, I can't pronounce it.
Whatever. They made up for those two chips on my shoulder by seating us immediately at our reservation time, which was 8:00 on a very busy Friday night. We came armed with 6 bottles of Trader Joe's 3-Buck Chuck (Charles Shaw wine), so drinking only cost us $18. I do love me a BYO!
Our waiter came over as we discussed which appetizers we wanted, and told us that for parties of 6 or more (which we had), they will put together an appetizer sampler. Score! We ended up with a plate full of their antipasti, plus an entire platter of three huge mushroom crepes and a full sized bowl of mussels. All of this, plus the bread and delicious eggplant pâté really got us started off right.
For the main course, two of my dining companions ordered the branzino, a European sea bass. This was served whole, and was filleted at the table. Three of us ordered the gnocchi, which they make with ricotta rather than potato. They were delicious that night, but I thought they were even better as leftovers the next day! One friend also ordered the fettuccine with sausage, and he said it was really good.
The whole ordering process had me feeling a little rushed, but once the food was out on the table, and even after we finished our dinner, no one pushed us out of the restaurant. The place is small and crowded, but in a cozy, joyous-feeling way. Overall, it was a really fun and yummy dinner experience!
South City Flavor in Old City
The food at this cozy neighborhoodly (yes, not a real word) was VERY delicious. A perfect place for me to carbo-load before the Philadelphia Marathon. Almost too perfect. I set a PR (personal record) at the marathon the next day. Maybe it was thanks to my pink sauce homemade pasta dish at La Locanda del Ghiottone?
The workers here are quite authentic Italian. They even have their Rocky accents going on. For pasta this good, you would expect to pay a lot more. It's quite affordable and fresh here.
The resto isn't big, and gets packed at night, so reservations are highly recommended! It's also BYOB.
La Locanda del Ghiottone has become an instant favorite of mine!
My very first experience at La Locanda del Ghiottone was on a first date, almost a year ago. The guy I went out with had dined there several times and the owner and staff welcomed him with open arms. In fact, they showed us to the "engagement table," where they claimed many first dates occurred in which the couple later got engaged. Mmm-hmm. Probably one of the more awkward moments of the date...
Luckily, the food (and wine that I was now guzzling at warp-speed) made up for any weirdness. My date asked if I liked mushrooms, and when I said no, he insisted on ordering the mushroom appetizer anyway and promised I would like it. Ooohkay.
I had to hand it to the guy, the "crepe con funghi" was foodgasm good. Points. He also recommended the homemade gnocchi, which I believe is a special and made from cheese instead of potatoes. Of course, being the stubborn girl that I am, I went for the ravioli instead. Which were good, but not as good as the gnocchi, which I stole from my dining companion's plate at every opportunity.
The tiramisu that was given to us "on the house" was to-die.
There was a love connection made that night, only it wasn't with my date. But I will be forever grateful to him for introducing me to this charming little Italian BYO. Swoon.
Had a reservation for 9:00 PM for four. When we arrived it was busy, so we waited about fifteen minutes for a table. Service was sketchy in that we had to ask for bread, the waiter didn't tell us there were any specials (we overheard the specials being offered to a table next to us) and the waiter struggled to open our bottle of wine.
The food:
Pork Shanks - good
Gnocchi - Made with ricotta cheese were good
Tutte Mare - very good
At the end the owner asked us if we would like a dessert and offered a few items. We ordered the tiramisu, but they never brought it I guess because an argument broke out in the kitchen and they must have forgotten they had customers.
Overall the food was good but the service was bad.
My bf and I went on a Friday night. I definitely recommend making reservations if you are going at night. It was packed. Otherwise, they don't seem too busy during the day. The servers are passionate and boisterous as everyone said. The mussels were so great! I had the gnocchi, which was pretty good. They do automatically give you a bottle of water, and charge you $5 for it. So just make sure to turn it down if you're not interested.
Think loud, warm, and good.
A nice BYOB with a thick italian accent, at least when it comes to the names of the dishes. I thought the servers were passionate about the food. I was impressed by the highly recommended crepite con funghi (mushroom crepes), although I didn't love the caesar salad and thought it could have used more flavor and less dressing.
I tried the "gnocchi di giorno," which was served with a gorgonzola sauce. I loved the pasta (which I think they said was ricotta based and not with traditional potato), but couldn't eat more than half of it because the sauce was so rich (and the portions are generous). I think I would have really loved the gnocchi if it were a day they made it with a red tomato based sauce. To be honest, I think I loved the complimentary eggplant pate that was served with the bread best!
All in all, it's a romantic place that will leave you feeling very full.
When Chase and I moved to Old City last April, we were so exhausted from a day of moving that we decided to walk down the street and have dinner at the first place that appealed to us. As we passed by La Locanda, we smelled the most heavenly garlic deliciousness so of course we had to stop there to eat.
The experience that followed was surreal. Our waiter Dennis was so nice and accomodating. The place was pretty much empty, which is not typical for La Locanda. He talked to us about the neighborhood and served us up some kickass Italian food with complimentary tirimisu and espresso. When we discovered it was BYOB, he said he'd give us wine if he had any. It was such a warm welcome and a relaxing way to end a hectic day. Not to mention a wonderful first "living together" night with my beloved!
I've been back many times. I bring all of my friends here when they come to visit me in Philly. If the place is busy, the waiters are efficient but won't really schmooze as much. Which is ok, because I understand how hard it must be to maneuver around that tiny restaurant on a busy night! My favorite dishes are gnocchi, crabcake appetizer (which is big enough to be a main course) and whatever their special "ravioli of the day" is. They also make a mean bruschetta which is not on the menu but they will make it for you if you ask for it. They have this seafood rice dish that will blow you away and make a great meal the next day. It's really hard to pick a favorite here because everything is so good.
In my opinion, this is the best Italian food in the city.
DON'T GO HERE AS A GROUP
The obnoxious, loud, rude, pushy waiter literally ruined this meal. Our group of 15 was forced into ordering appetizers and persuaded into dining off the price fixe menu. We almost got scammed again when they tried to serve us bottled San Pellegrino instead of tap water.
The food was pretty overrated. Aside from the appetizers, which turned out to be pretty good, everything was greasy and over seasoned.
For $50 per person, there are plenty of restaurants and BYOB's in Philly that will provide a much more enjoyable experience.
One of the best BYOBs in the city! The staff is super friendly and make you feel welcome. The food is always fresh and they create great and comforting dishes with a Northern Italian feel!
It's quaint, romantic, and wonderful! It's very affordable!
Not to be confused with Ristorante La Locanda, as my dining companion did, La Locanda Del Ghiottone does not participate on http://Opentable.com. Fortunately for him, there was plenty of seating for us that night or there would have been hell to pay.
The waiters/host guys there were very boisterous and friendly. As our server was telling us the specials for the night, he was simultaneously telling another table so he apologized for shouting it. I thought that was pretty amusing. There's an overall relaxed atmosphere in there, mostly due to those guys.
On to the food.....We wanted mussels for appetizers but since they ran out, they offered us clams instead. Sure why not. It was just ok, but that may be because I'd much rather have mussels. If you're a clam fan, I would imagine it would be to your satisfaction. I had the Spaghetti Carbonera and my companion had the Pork Shoulder?? (I can't remember what part of the pork now honestly, but you'll know if you see the menu). The pork was good but I think the spaghetti was the better entree. I think the peas added a nice balance to the creamy and saltiness of the dish. I wish I tried the Gnocchi though. It was a Harvey Dent decision between the two and Spaghetti was heads.
They don't accept credit cards and it's Byob. My company said that service was inattentive, I thought it was a bit too attentive....so I guess it averaged out to perfect. I would go back.
Nearly every time I go out for a mid=priced meal in the city, I find myself regretting that I didn't just to to La Locanda Del Ghiottone. The best Italian food in the city - I'm not sure exactly where the late Chef Giuseppe was from but the flavors are more northern than southern.
Just remember the rules. Cash only, byo wine, no cheese on seafood. Reservations a must.
You've got to be kidding me!
- the mahai mahai was way overcooked
- the brocali rabe was bland (no hint of a bitter bite, almost no garlic to speak of)
- there was bruscheta topping on top of the rabe and on top of the crepe (apatizer). ... think of it as Italian pico de gillo
- the lentle soup was bland and had past in it.
- the waiter was borderline obnoxiously loud with a boisterous south Philly Italian accent (see more appropriate for an eagles game)
- the expediter/buss boy was polite enough, but either completely inexperienced/untrained, or else down right neglectful.
- the gnocchi had a depressingly uninspired flavor, and the red sauce (I forget what it was supposed to be, and it surely wasn't) was lame.
- one of the hanging lights was flickering.
the best parts of the meal were:
- the band that was playing what could have been romantic music if they hadn't been covering 'Low Rider'
- the bottle of wine we picked up at 5th&spruce (best state liquor store in phila)
- leaving.
i gave this place 2 stars because the atmosphere was creative/imaginative.
if you want Italian food, your far better off going to: Pietro's, Mercato, Melograno, etc.
if you can ignore the food and need stimuli to provoke conversation, feel free to take your date here.
One of the greatest Italian restaurants on the east coast. You will not be disappointed. Sure it's a little tight and a little energetic, but man is it an experience. I've eaten there a couple of times and each person I bring, they are wowed.
Went for Valentine's Day after hearing nothing but rave reviews. Turns out this is the 'Juno' of Philly Italian BYOBs: everyone talks about how great it is but it leaves me to wonder whether these people have actually experienced the far better options or if they are just buying into the hype machine. There may be other ways in which La Locanda is like a snarky pregnant teenager but I won't dwell on that.
After a short wait for a table we were seated in a crammed (that's what intimate/cozy means) wing where we got to knock elbows with the couple on our left and the wait staff coming in and out of the kitchen on our right. The staff was attentive and boistorous, and we had a prix fixe valentine's menu of the (rightfully praised) mushroom crepes. Wife got those, I got the overcooked (but tasty) muscles. Primi was gorgonzola creme gnocchi for wife (a faint hint of gorgonzola but the gnocchi were quite good) and quatre gusto orichetti for me (very tasty except for the two rubbery shrimp). Wife got veal saltimbucca and I got steak with mushroom sauce (but without any actual mushrooms). Steak was overcooked filet (the chef suggested medium and cooked to medium well). Saltimucca was fine. Both came with a side of broccoli raab (the better to kiss your valentine's date with) and tasteless mashed potatoes.
Dessert, tiramisu and canoli, were both fine. Everything was fine, everything was what one should expect from an italian BYO in philly. The thing is, the 3 italian BYO's in my neighborhood could provide a (mostly) similar meal at about 1/2 the price tag. I could go to Osteria, James, or Matyson and get only a little less for my money than here. Why pay more for the experience of being surrounded by the fake tans and close quarters of old city when I can get the same thing within a 5 minute walk, no matter where in the city I live?
I've been living down the street from La Locanda for about 2 years. When I first moved in, I asked my roommate where some good spots to eat were and this was the first thing that left his mouth. He was definitely right.
In my opinion, some of the most authentic Italian I've ever had. I can say that in good faith because my stepfather is off the boat Sicilian, and when I first walked in to La Locanda the smell instantly reminded me of his mothers kitchen. I knew I'd be in good hands at that point.
The atmosphere is cozy, and the service is overly friendly and fun. The 3 guys that I have seen working there almost every time I've been are, well, for lack of better word, and I use this with the utmost respect, "goombas"! They're fast to serve you when you walk in, quick to answer any question you have about the menu, and know how to take care of the customer. I've had dessert comped before "just because", and for example, just last night, our server had just went over the specials and told us there was only one more Ravioli special left. A few minutes, later he was telling the specials to another table and as he was about to tell them about the Ravioli, he stepped aside briefly and quietly asked us first if we would like the last special. It made my girlfriend smile because she had literally seconds beforehand be trying to decide whether she wanted the special or the gnochi...so she opted for the special!
As far as the food, I may not be the best person to listen to. I get pretty much the same thing every damn time I go! But why argue with success? They start you off with some bread served with a nice eggplant patte. As a starter I always go with the special spring mix salad. Its got some peppers, mushroom, fresh motz, olives, all mixed in an awesome red pepper vinagrette. I've always liked it, but when I first took my mother there and she had it, she boldly stated "This, is the best salad I have EVER had." I laughed, thinking she was exaggerating, but she stood by it. The Mushroom Creppes are great as well. As an entree I almost always get the Seafood Special. It's the fish of the day, served with clams, calamari, and shrimp in a white wine-garlic broth alongside some escarole. Always good stuff. Anyone I've ever gone with has always been pleased with what they've ate. The house Gnochi of the day is always on special. It's a bit different from most, made from ricotta and not potato.
Weeknights you almost never need a reservation, and the wait is not long if there is one at all. That makes La Locanda my "go-to" spots in Old City.
one of my favorite byos! i've only been here maybe 4, 5 times, but when i walk in they remember me and are very charming. i'm also amused watching first timers faces as the waiter shouts the specials loudly.
i always order the mussels for an app. the best ever. if they have the crabcake topped with shrimp as an appetizer special, get it. it's orgasmic. i've never had a meal here that i didn't absolutely love. their prices are reasonable as well.
be warned, if you are taking too long to finish your dessert and the next round of diners are waiting, they will ask you to get up! i've seen it! also, they don't take credit cards, so bring some cash!
Went there on a Sunday night. Was a great meal. Had the sausage special with linguine. Service was excellent and the decor is very good!
La Locanda is an above average place to go, well worth the trip. If I had my druthers, I'd probably give it 3.5 stars.
Pros:
BYOB
The gnocchi is really a great dish. Very fluffy and flavorful.
Portions were huge and pretty well flavored.
Cons:
The service, while unfailingly nice, is a little over the top for my taste.
The restaurant is a bit dark, and was almost completely empty when we were there. Just not a great atmosphere.
My friends took me here for my birthday once, and it was quite enjoyable. The food was cooked just right, smelled great, and tasted great. I'd have to go back to write an in-depth review, but from what I remember, it was worth it. Nice atmosphere as well.
Italian food is easy to find in Philly, but good Italian food, not so easy. La Locanda del Giottone (Glutton's hangout is an approximate translation) is a small BYO that has made me happy every time I've eaten there.
Their gnocci are like little clouds. Okay, that sounds silly, but it is true. The food is just very good.
A great place to take friends who like food. It can be noisy at times, but not the kind of noise that would drive you away.
This is absolutely my favoriate place in the city for dinner. At 3rd and Cherry, parking is not too difficult. When you walk in you are greeted at the door and immediately feel at ease. The small restaurant has an intimate, cozy feel that lends itself to a romantic date or a bustling family dinner. There is an open, brick kitchen and nostaliga litters the walls. Feel free to pop your head in the kitchen window and ask a lot of questions about the place.
This place has a real Little Italy, Philadelphia ambiance with a great staff, especially either of the Joe's and a mouth watering menu that changes seasonally. It's BYOB and I recommend bringing a red and white because the menu has a little bit of everything and let's be serious, once you stop in you'll want to hang out for awhile and digest. The mushroom crepes are phenomenal, mussels cooked perfectly and tiramisu that melts in your mouth. You can't end your night without an espresso and if you play your cards right you might get a shot of sambuca or amaretto from Joe and some wild stories about Italy, the city or the Eagles.
Man, I wish I was there right now!
Creative and classic food. The whole dining experience is a pleasure.
The smell of garlic hits you in the face as you walk in and the heat from the kitchen makes you sweat, but in a good way. The food is amazingly fresh and delicious. The service is authentic and very loud, but loud that makes you laugh as everyone else in the small room listens to the specials as they're belted out to your table. The price is noce and the menu has classics not drab americanized dishes.
i still say this is the best-smelling restaurant in the city, and i was dying to go for the longest time because of that. the food was good but pretty unmemorable compared to what happened next... so we're eating outside and have finished and also just realizes it is cash only. my dining companion, who is also my girlfriend, walks up the block to the ATM while i wait at the table (i hate when we're not prepared!!). no sooner than she's out of sight, one of the workers (but not our waiter thank goodness) sidles up and asks if he can ask a question. sure, i'm always up for questions. :) he then proceeds to ask if i take it both ways!!! i was pretty shocked and probably laughed nervously instead of coming up with a witty retort (to this day i still don't know how i'd wittily answer that!!). officially the weirdest question a stranger has ever asked me.
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