From a favorite restaurant to the most despised in Raleigh, all it took was a series of unfortunate events. Dining here on my birthday, the bartender offered a free bottle of wine but later billed us for it at the end of the meal. The Manager later called and apologized and offered the wine again. Returning a few days ago, the offer of the wine was retracted to my dismay as the owner stated the Manager exceeded her authority. This bait and switch type tactic will keep me from ever returning again. And the food continues to slide downhill. In recent meals, lamb with scallions was a few strips of Food Lion grade lamb at a high price. Tuna tartar was attractive on the plate but seemed to have been made hours before and had an undertaste of unfreshness. And avoid the oyster specials at all costs as the oysters are extremely fishy. Perhaps, the simple dishes of stir fried chicken or won ton soup are the best but can be obtained for half the price at your local strip mall Chinese restaurant. Don't waste your time or your money. Perhaps, the restaurant should be renamed ""Duck and Fumbling"". That would closer describe the restaurant in its current state. The upscale urban surroundings cannot mask the customer service fiascos and problems in the kitchen. On a positive note, the new female bartender is excellent and makes spectacular drinks!!!!!!
Pros: Attractive surroundings and great new female bartender
Cons: Dishonesty with customers and lack of freshness in the kitchen
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