Michelle "Peekachu" M.'s Profile

I never see One Midtown Kitchen on the lists for best restaurant when they rate Atlanta's restaurant but I think it's a wonderful place, tucked away in the cut near Piedmont Park.  The big door makes you think you are about to enter a club of vampires, never to be heard from again.  (seriously)  As soon as we stepped inside we were warmly welcomed.  I loved that the maitre d' said, "We are so very glad to have you join us tonight." with a lot of "umph" behind it.  I felt like he meant it... lol.  We went at 5:30pm so the place was relatively empty so we were escorted to the far booth in the back, which was perfect.  The waiter was so very professional and very attentive and I would give 10 stars on service.  

The calamari appetizer is STILL the best in town.  The Ginger Peach martini was too strong (lol - my boyfriend was glad it was strong - if you like to get what you pay for you will appreciate the heavy hand with the liquor).  The hummus that is served with the bread was awesome.  The entree's were great but the side dishes were horrendous.  I had the duck (delicious) with sides of rutabaga (who the hell serves rutabaga?) which was not good and wilted arugula (looked like weeds and taste was 'eh').  My boyfriend had the beef brisket (tender but fatty) with parmesan polenta (reminded me of grits) which were pretty good.  I think they should take rutabaga and the arugula off the menu... lol.

Decor was fabulous, service was stellar and food was excellent (minus my sides).  The kit kat dessert was delicious.  Desserts can sometimes be shared by two but this was definitely a one person dessert.  It was a treat for my boyfriends birthday and was given on the house by the waiter.  We tipped him well.

Love it still.

Loved the hotel.  Upscale without being pretentious.  The valet was $30 a day but wth.  The room service was also pricey, $42 for breakfast, but at least it was good.  AND it was super fast.  20 min!!!!  I just knew it would be 45 min or more.  Nice.  

All the employees were professional and courteous and I really appreciated it.  Hotel decor was modern and very hip.  Nice room, nice bathroom, lovely view of downtown Atlanta, especially at night.  I'll definitely stay here again.

This was my first time attending and I was very impressed. I didn't think it would be as big as it was.  There were 80 restaurants and it was super crowded.  There were also 4 streets to go down.  I was able to try many foods and was able to get full without even using all my tickets.  

One recommendation I would have, which is probably very difficult to do, is the have a list of restaurants, what they are serving, how many tickets and a map of location.  I wanted to go back to a few booths but forgot which street and I could've read what each were serving and decide which booth to beeline to.  lol.  I am a fan and will return next year.  I dont' have other "Taste of" cities to compare it to but I was pleasantly surprised at the number of restaurants participating.  They did have a closed off VIP section for tasters that could taste the upscale restaurants that we couldn't access but I wasn't too bummed.  The free wine tastings was nice too.  The water was $3 a bottle and I wish I had put 2 bottles in my purse.  :)  Loved it and will definitely go back.

Sunday brunch - how can you not love their shrimp & grits?  Only dish I've eaten and the only reason I need to be a repeat Sunday bruncher.  I love, love, love the shrimp & grits with sausauge, peppers, and whatever else...  delicious!!!

Yummo!  I've been 3 times.  Each time has been super packed!!! The place is definitely popular. I always get a dish similar to the one in the picture but I have grilled pork and shrimp.  Delicious.  Also the spring rolls in soft wrap is soooooooooo good with the peanut dipping sauce.  It is somehow light even though they use a clear noodle and the vinegar sauce is just enough to make it flavorful but not overpowering.  Love Saigon Noodle!

Went a week ago.  I heard half good things, half bad.  I thought it was "eh".  Lovely decor.  It was empty at lunch.  The salad was ok.  The Chicken Cacciatore was alright and my lunch date's Salciccia was not good (according to him).  

Will probably not return.

If they weren't so expensive I'd go more often.  $45 is just too much, I usually wait for coupons in the newspaper.

First of all, waxing sucks period.  Waxing the privates sucks like no other.  The end result is the only reason I go through this process which is akin to using a butter knife to put your eyes out.  I mean, when the backs of your knees and your palms are sweating and you are chanting in your head, you know it's no joke.  The things women go through.

With that being said, they do a good job.  Usually no problems with hair bumps, etc BUT the last employee I went to, who was working in WR for that day/week/or whatever but usually worked at the Macon location, I guess she did something wrong.  I had ingrowns.  Not cool.  

I need to find a topical anesthetic to put on before I go get waxed... sigh...

They are not the newest, nicest vet in WR but they are EXCELLENT with your pets.  The prices are reasonable and I trust them with my pet.  I never felt I was leaving them to be locked up in cages.  They love my dog and often, when I come to pick her up, I find her up front in loving arms.  They sent me a card when my dog died.  I really appreciated that.

Antonella, the esthetician is the best I've ever had work on my face.  She is professional and is the number one reason I choose Serenity.  Just try her and I promise you'll be a fan.

I also get my massage there from Tam who is new but very sweet and good at what she does.  You have to specify what type of massage you want.  I like the harder massages.  

Serenity has a super esthetician.

I've been going here for 6-7 years.  I love the employees, I love the service.

They are the most professional and courteous employees I've ever come across here in Warner Robins.  I really enjoy the 15 minute oil changes and the open/close doors when I enter/exit car.  I enjoy the "Have a wonderful day".  

I don't think they get enough credit and wish I could notify their managers that they all deserve a bonus this year.

Good job Jiffy Lube people!!!