I do not know Mr. Grillo. I became a member of this website because I was almost dissuaded from going to Casana based on negative reviews I read here.\r
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I had reservations for 7:00 p.m. on a Saturday night. My guest and I were seated promptly. I was wary of the service due to complaints I had read. Our waitress' name was Maura and she did an outstanding job. \r
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Any complaints I might have are minor and pale in comparison to the overall enjoyable dining experience. \r
I liked the band on the porch, but it did at times hinder conversation at a normal speaking level. I probably would have liked a little more leg room as far as the tables' proximity to each other.\r
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However, these are minor complaints. The food was fantastic. My recollection of the dishes' Spanish names is weak ,so I will describe them. The pork with melted cheese between a split plantain and the yucca fries were great appetizers. I ordered the paella. I was more than satisfied with a heaping mound of delicious rice, shrimp, lobster, chicken, mussells, clams, etc. For dessert, we had flan which was also excellent.\r
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I was accompanied by a woman of Latin ancestry, who was also highly complimentary of the meal.\r
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I would highly recommend the restaurant as a pleasant dining experience.\r
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Pros: Ambience, Service, Food
Cons: Minor - Noise level at times, tables' proximity
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