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I have been in the marketplace for a new vehicle. Working with auto dealerships is one of the few experiences I avoid for many reasons.
Let me preface by giving a little bit of history on yours...
I have been in the marketplace for a new vehicle. Working with auto dealerships is one of the few experiences I avoid for many reasons.
Let me preface by giving a little bit of history on yours truly. I used to work as an auto broker and, as such, dealt with dealerships nationwide on a daily basis. After a little over a year, I was laid off which was an angel in disguise. I was near a breaking point where my personality and character would have been forever changed had I stayed in that position any longer. So it is to be said that I have significantly more experience with car dealerships than the average person.
There isn't much I have to say for Sandberg Auto except that I was blatantly discriminated against on basis of my age. The whole experience, from the moment I entered the floor to the second I closed the door, was humiliating.
Because of my age, I was disallowed from test driving a vehicle without making a firm commitment to purchase that vehicle. The buildup to that ultimatum was the stipulation that I wasn't to test drive until I was verified through a credit check. I agreed to the credit check since I knew my credit was good and was willing to have them check if that was the price I was to pay to be viewed as a serious buyer. Unfortunately, this was not the case but was rather a tipping point to even more hassles and hoops to jump through.
Over the whole experience, I kept my composure, did not raise my voice, nor submit to any other outbursts. Unfortunately, due to the business, there isn't much I can do as the consumer...Except write this review.
So if you are in the marketplace for a vehicle and Sandberg Northwest Autos (Volvo, Cadillac, etc.) finds its way onto your list, please do not give them the opportunity to lose your business.
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i've always thought of sushi restaurants as coming in 2 categories; traditional and experimentive. traditional sushi restaurants refine age old ingredients and techniques, while experimentive sushi...
i've always thought of sushi restaurants as coming in 2 categories; traditional and experimentive. traditional sushi restaurants refine age old ingredients and techniques, while experimentive sushi restaurants try new ingredients, techniques and presentation styles. yamashiro is an example of a great experimentive sushi restaurant.
korean owned and tucked away across from a hyundai dealership, the inside of the restaurant is sleek, stylish and open. there 2 bar areas (sushi bar and drink bar) situated across from each other and divided by sit-down tables.
as with many sushi restaurants, the menu is populated with a lot of choices. in addition to ordering sushi, there are also salads and entrees. i have not tried any of the entrees, but i did try the wasabi shumai, which was delicious and attacked the nose a little.
for anyone visiting the restaurant for the first time, i would recommend the yamashiro roll, which is topped with baked scallops in a savory sauce. for the more daring, there is the dragon's eye roll, which incorporates pieces of habanero and jalepeno pepper.
the happy hour is also a steal, with full rolls priced at 2 for $8.50. there is also a full bar that features liquor, wine, sake, and soju mixed drinks. soju is a korean alcohol distilled traditionally from rice. it shares a lot of qualities with vodka, but at around 30-50 proof (stronger than sake). being korean-american, this is personally an added bonus.
the only caveat to dining at yamashiro's is the wait time for food. there is usually only 1-2 sushi chefs on staff and i have never seen turnaround time less than 30 minutes, even on slow business days. i usually counteract this by making my first order count.
so check yamashiro's out. you'll never expect such great sushi to come out of aurora. just remember to keep your patience and you'll be rewarded with a happy stomach.
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located between greenlake and roosevelt, and right next to the chevron, this thai oriented noodle house is sure to delight your appetite, taste buds, and wallet.
where people's first perceptions...
located between greenlake and roosevelt, and right next to the chevron, this thai oriented noodle house is sure to delight your appetite, taste buds, and wallet.
where people's first perceptions of thai soup would be thom kha or thom yum, superbowl takes thai sweet/sour flavor concepts and mixes in a lot of originality with entrees like; donald duck noodles, sahara desert noodles and m-80 noodles. each dish incorporates a crisp taste with defined flavors and a visually appealing presentation of colors. with pink chinese sausage, green basil, white chicken, yellow lemongrass stalks, and clear seaweed, your meal will be as appetizing to your eyes as to your palette.
there are also traditional thai dishes, but they are near the back of the menu since the highlight is on soups. if you were to visit this restaurant, i would strongly urge you to try their soups (turbo noodles, which incorporates a lot of seafood, is my usual order)
the restaurant itself is small and bright with a large patio for sunny days. inside, the majority of tables sit 2-3 people with a couple larger tables in the center for larger groups. it's an excellent choice for both lunch and dinner and prices range from about $6-$8 per soup. the soup will definitely fill you up, and you'll be patting your stomach in satisfaction by the end of the meal.
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7311 Greenwood Ave N
Seattle, Washington 98103
(206) 706-5430
located on greenwood ave and 73rd (technically phinney ridge) lies a quaint german pub that is maybe no more than 300 square feet inside. the size encourages a warm and friendly atmosphere that is...
located on greenwood ave and 73rd (technically phinney ridge) lies a quaint german pub that is maybe no more than 300 square feet inside. the size encourages a warm and friendly atmosphere that is etched into the brass plaques which read, "as in germany, share tables with those you do not know yet. prost!"
the highlight of this bar is the multitude of german beers held on tap and in bottle. you can either drink from a pint glass, to a half liter mug, to a liter stein--and for those brave enough, the 3 liter boot (only available to parties of 3 or more). my favorite is the bitburger and the oktoberfest (spaten). i'm not a big fan of their cuisine with their main kitchen appliance the microwave, but food is not what drives me to frequent this establishment.
crowds begin to show around 8:30, and tables are limited. younger crowds surface on the weekends, but i much prefer the regulars who are more laid back, friendly, with less abrasive attitudes.
so come down. even if you go alone, everyone is happy enough to strike up a conversation. i usually play cards while drinking, so if you see me (i'm the token asian) then say hi and i'll deal you a hand.
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