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homeowner
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Username: Nancys60
Post Number: 48
Registered: 10-2003
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 9:47 am: |     |
After reading so many raves on Voro, my husband and I decided to try it out for drinks and nibbles on Friday eve. What an overpriced disaster --- here goes.
1) The bar was so dark that we couldn't read the menu. And believe me, neither one of us need reading glasses.
Try bolder, bigger type guys. And the waitress said she could hardly see to write down the order.
2) They tout themselves on the wine by the glass. Grape water was what it was -- across the board. Guys, if you have to pour a smaller glass or charge a buck or two more, do it. What you're serving is wine-in-a-box quality.
3) Food was a disaster. We ordered the greek spreads platter. The two spreads (hardly 1/2 c. each for a $12 price) had absolutely no taste. We complained and sent the dish back, requesting it be removed from the bill.
4) One of the owners (Darcy) came over and apologized for the dips. She mentioned that they were working on creating some new dips right then (unusual for a busy kitchen on a friday night) and asked if we'd be willing to taste them.
She then returned to sitting and chatting with her group of friends. After ten minutes, when nothing had happened dip wise, we asked for teh bill, paid and left.
So that was about 15 mintues of waiting to do the owner a favor. And that's when the owner tries to make amends. Incredible!
All we can say is stay away. |
mrosner
Citizen
Username: Mrosner
Post Number: 1957
Registered: 4-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 10:06 am: | |
Tracey feels differently than you and yours is the first real negative review I have seen.
(scroll down in her blog - right now it is the second one down)
http://www.nj.com/weblogs/southorange/ |
User58
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Username: User58
Post Number: 201
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 10:07 am: | |
This is the review Mr. ROsner is talking about:Gimme more-o Voro
Friday night, the hubby and I checked out Voro, the newest addition to the Village's ever-growing list of choice restaurants--and it's safe to say that it will be here for awhile! Voro is located in the old Giorgio's space, but if someone brought you there blindfolded, you would never have been able to tell that it was once Giorgios. The decor is very Sex-in-the-City sleek and hip, and definitely decorated with the ghosts of Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda in mind.
The hubby got there a little early, so he nursed a scotch in the lounge, where I could definitely see hanging out on a frequent basis--very clubby with nice comfy leather chairs. Meal-wise, we both started with the Greek garden salad, which was dressed with a very tasty olive oil. I had the chicken sautéed in a lemon veloute sauce (aka, souped-up chicken franchese), which was really good--the brie topping gave it a velvety touch. The hubby had the pan-seared red snapper with sausage, and cleaned his plate nicely, too. Prices were fairly reasonable (mid 20s per entree), given the high-end atmosphere. My one complaint--our meal felt a bit rushed. Our entrees arrived while we were still working on our salads, and our whole meal from start to finish probably took less than 40 minutes. I don't know about you, but I like to linger over my dinner a bit on a Friday night, and we didn't really feel like we could do that. Hopefully the timing thing will be worked out once the restaurant gets its sea legs.
We also checked out the champagne lounge upstairs--it's a very cool loft-like space with a small bar and interesting seating, including beds to recline on. We weren't sure what to make of the space tho, since there was no one up there and the bar was not stocked. Maybe it's only used for private parties, or maybe it just doesn't get going until later in the evening. Well, I will definitely be back to find out!
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User58
Citizen
Username: User58
Post Number: 202
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 10:24 am: | |
Homeowner.shame on you. This restaurant although not your type of restaurant is a great new addition to our town. Bad press like you have posted here is the reason no one wants to open a business in our town! It taked huge amounts of money and obviously risk. And we do not need to discourage or scare people away. I have been to Voro and have enjoyed every aspect of my evening. I welcome them to town and I hope our town supports them and we see more restaurants and businesses take a chance on us. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3827
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 10:43 am: | |
Timing is everything... Libby and I went to VORO's for dinner last week with friends from High School, Dick and Deborah Miller.
Dick founded the original NY City Guide and was up from Florida for a week to vote on a number of Broadway shows for an up-coming awards show. They are both professional critics and over the many years they had their radio talk show have reviewed thousands of restaurants throughout NY and NJ.
FWIW, they gave a very flattering review of the evening, one that IMHO, would suggest that if you don't succeed at first, try and try again... VORO's is a welcome addition to our community and well worth the effort! |
jet
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Username: Jet
Post Number: 852
Registered: 7-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:03 am: | |
Voro - big fan , probably will be having more drinks then dinner there , but watching Bat Girl put the top up on the Batgirl mobile then strut in & bark a few orders to underlinges is worth the price of a little Tappas & Martinis , in the lounge.Way early on the flaming there homeowner. |
cmontyburns
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Username: Cmontyburns
Post Number: 860
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:17 am: | |
Look, while I don't agree with the original poster either, it's ridiculous to say people shouldn't post negative restaurant reviews. Sure a restaurant may be just starting out and getting hte hang of things, but they don't discount your meal because of all that. Restaurants have to live with criticism. Good ones learn to identify legitimate concerns and improve their food/service accordingly (they also learn to dismiss cranks who would never be happy with anything).
"Bad press like you have posted here is the reason no one wants to open a business in our town!" Sigh. If only it were that easy.
Any restaurant owner who refuses to open for fear of a bad review is in the wrong business.
Keep the reviews coming. Voro isn't a charity. It's a for-profit business that wants your money. I'm happy to hand them mine by the fistful, but not everyone may feel the same way.
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User58
Citizen
Username: User58
Post Number: 203
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:32 am: | |
A review written in such depth should only be taken seriously if written by a professional critic. This person sounded like they had a bigger issue here or perhaps you are correct this person might just be a crank. |
Dave
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Username: Dave
Post Number: 6458
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:35 am: | |
Zagats is built around amateur reviews and the result is something many people find to be good advice. |
Strings
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Username: Blue_eyes
Post Number: 504
Registered: 4-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:39 am: | |
Cmonty - I'm with you on this one. Homeowner has every right to share her disappointing evening, however, instead of telling people to "Stay Away" she might have been better off telling people to give it a shot to see if her experience is the norm there.
My conclusion from homeowner's review: Voro just isn't their type of restaurant. It sounds like they weren't happy with it from the moment they walked in which could definitely set the tone for the rest of the evening. Not every restaurant will please all diners... in fact, I've yet to find a single one that does. |
greenetree
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Username: Greenetree
Post Number: 4473
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 11:53 am: | |
I think that when you go to a brand new place, you have to expect that there will be bumps.
What I liked about Homeowner's review is that she spelled out exactly why she didn't like it. What I didn't like is the sensational thread title.
I read the wine list online & there were some decent choices on the wine by the glass. If I didn't want any of them, I'd get a drink or not go there when I was in the mood for wine. Now, if the problem was that the wine by the glass ordered was corked or otherwise bad, I'd sent it back and get something else. This happens even in the best of places.
What I take from this is that a new place had opened & is still working out the kinks. If I choose to spend the money during the de-kinking process, I will know I am taking a gamble. Something I thought before I read the review.
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ML
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Username: Ml1
Post Number: 2535
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 12:27 pm: | |
If I've heard good things about a place, but I'm disappointed the first time I go, I wouldn't post a negative review (certainly not a "stay away") until I gave it one more shot. Reviewers usually go twice before writing a review, and I think amateurs should consider the same. Any place can have an off night, and if all the other word of mouth is positive, it seems unfair to post such a strongly negative review based on one experience. homeowner's complaints are vaild and she has a right to her opinion, but the rest of us should take note that it's one person's opinion of one dinner at the place.
We were there for drinks the other night and the place seemed pretty nice. We'll probably check it out for dinner, despite the "stay away" warning in this thread's title. |
User58
Citizen
Username: User58
Post Number: 204
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 12:38 pm: | |
I have had dinner there three times and drinks one time. On all three evenings we were very pleased with the service as well as the food. The evening we had drinks I only had two because they were big. It is a perfect addition to our town as where else can you go during the week for a light meal? On Wednesday evening we had the tapas they were $14.00 for two choices and we shared all four along with a salad which we shared as well. We only had the water so I cannot comment on the wine by the glass. If I remember the bill was $36.00. And we really could have had only the tapas as two of these were enough with the bread and olives they serve on the table for a Wednesday evening. So my point here is for anyone who is looking for a local place that serves light meals for a weekday dinner Voro I think is a good choice. |
OddLot
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Username: Amh
Post Number: 46
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 1:20 pm: | |
My wife and I went to Voro on Saturday and really liked it. I can see why this restaurant may not be for everyone. Both the style and prices are similar to what I would expect in Manhattan. For me, I am happy to pay a little more for the kind of creative, interesting and tasty dishes that Voro is coming up with. I would put Voro up there with some of our other local favorites (Basilico, Anotonella's, Cafe Arugula, to name a few). I'd prefer if Voro was BYO, but I am sympathetic to the fact that having a liquor license may help them be more profitable and thrive in this area.
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cmontyburns
Citizen
Username: Cmontyburns
Post Number: 861
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 1:47 pm: | |
greenetree, if only you weren't a cat person. we could have been such good friends. |
AlleyGater
Citizen
Username: Alleygater
Post Number: 340
Registered: 10-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 2:02 pm: | |
I don't think you need to go to a restaurant twice to post a bad review. If you have a bad experience let us know. We will make up our own minds what to do with it. I am ALWAYS surprised at the recommendations for restaurants I HATE, and vice versa. If I have a bad experience at a restaurant it doesn't mean I will write it off FOR GOOD though. I often go back a few months or years later and give it another try. If it's suddenly great, I will definitely post about that too. Of course a new restaurant will have kinks at first. I understand that, and took the posted message with a grain of salt when I read the review. I can't wait to try the new place. |
Meandtheboys
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Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 957
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 2:13 pm: | |
I'm with you AlleyGater. I'm very interested in this new place, and hope to plan an evening around it sometime very soon. I'm well aware that people's experiences differ, and perfectly capable of making up my own mind. I've read lots of good things about this place, and am not all that put off by a few dissenting opinions.
If the opposite were true, and most opinions were bad, with only a few having anything good to say about the place, perhaps I'd think twice. |
ML
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Username: Ml1
Post Number: 2536
Registered: 5-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 2:38 pm: | |
alleygator,
I don't think you necessarily need to go to a restaurant twice to post a bad review. I mean, if the place is really, really bad, you probably don't need 2 trips to tell you that. But as you say yourself, one bad experience is not enough for you to write a place off forever. That's why I think an extremely bad review -- a "don't ever go there" type of review is not really fair to post after one visit. but that's just me. I tend not to post bad reviews of any kind, just raves about places that I like. |
greenetree
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Username: Greenetree
Post Number: 4481
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 2:49 pm: | |
Monty - I am not a cat person. My cats are cat-persons. I am a human-person. 
Funnily enough, I was brainwashed into it. I used to hate cats, but in college, one of my roommate's cats decided that I was his. It made for some very uncomfortable personal entertaining, if ya catch my drift. Cat would sit outside my closed & locked bedroom door, holwing all night long. At least I think it was the cat.... 
I love all animals & don't have a dog because of my schedule. I keep asking TS "when you retire, can I get a dog"?
But, back to the restaurant. Voro sure has good buzz, because when we called Friday morning for a Saturday reservation, there was none available. We will get there. So, between Jocelyne's, Antonella's & possibly Voro, our need for immediate-neighborhood, good, adult dining will be met. |
susan1014
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Username: Susan1014
Post Number: 640
Registered: 3-2002
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 3:03 pm: | |
I'll support Homeowner's right to post bad reviews. We all have that right.
However, we also have a responsibility to be fair and give a chance to new businesspeople trying to do what is right for this town.
In my opinion, Homeowner's thread title stepped over that line, and she should consider asking Dave to change it.
I'm also angered that she would write a review under that title when she doesn't seem to have even made it into the dining room. Most of the rest of us who reviewed it at least ate a full meal there... |
Soda
Supporter
Username: Soda
Post Number: 3275
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 3:19 pm: | |
Originally Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005:
"Dined there tonight, and VORO is a definite winner. David & Darcy (who have altready resided in South Orange for 6 years) have put plenty of money, energy, know-how, and taste into this terrific place. We as patrons can only hope to be worthy of their faith in our town; we must all pitch in and support VORO with gusto, word of mouth, and big tips.
*We sat downstairs at the window, and immediately liked what has been done with the space.
*The wine library takes up the entire back wall.
*Tableware is distictive and stylish.
*Black napkins! No stupid lint on my black jeans!
*Complimentary olives and breads arrive quickly.
*Cosmo glass: Chilled! Righteous!
*Vodka&Tonic: Tall glass, yet not watered-down.
*Water glass: Worthy of a good pilsner, but tap water tasted just fine from it.
*I ordered the mini-paella and the lamb chops from the Tapas Menu. Beautiful.
*Mrs. Soda ordered salmon. Also yummy.
*SO: All food was savory and delicious. Chef shows confidence and a sure hand.
*Service is friendly, deft, and timely.
*Servers are the best-looking in Essex County.
*Music is cool yet non-intrusive.
*Entree Serving size had negated our need for dessert, but I just had to see if the cheesecake and coffee would attract me at 1:30AM...Yup.
David gave me the Tour. The place has three distinct areas, each done wonderfully. The bar/smoking lounge is cosy and vaguely rustic, yet modern and efficiently ventilated (The Gate: Take Notice!), i.e. no smoke invades anywhere it's not welcome. Upstairs, the three beds are the big deal, but the entire zone is very cool, and will be a great private party venue.
They open at 5 every (EVERY) night. You cannot go wrong. Go there. Enjoy. Go late. Eat. Drink. Go very late. Hang out. Go again. You'll want to be a regular. They'll let you. Look for me there."
-s.
BTW: Ms. homeowner, David and Darcy both seem very open to helpful suggestions, but they already run a rather successful joint in the West Village, so I personally think they have a pretty good handle on what they're about here in S.O.. I agree with those who stick up for your right to pan the place, but are you open to a critique of your critique?
*Did you ask the waitress to enhance the lighting in order to read the menu?
*You tried all the wines offered by the glass, eh? And when does an eatery with such a strong list of Reserved wines try to peddle itself as a bargain "by the glass" bar?
*I don't consider dip to be a food, but maybe you do... Why not spring for Tapas, for $2 more?
*It sounds like Darcy was being nice. Why not go over to her table and mention that you were waiting, or grab your waitress to do so?
*Ms. homeowner, your review is remarkably negative, yet, simultaneously, terribly insubstantial. If I didn't know for certain that none of our local restauranteurs would be so totally put off by the minor gaffes you cite, I'd fear you must run a competing eatery... |
Dave
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Username: Dave
Post Number: 6461
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 3:38 pm: | |
I'm looking forward to giving it a try soon. Are they serving lunch yet or have any plans to do so? |
greenetree
Supporter
Username: Greenetree
Post Number: 4483
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 3:52 pm: | |
Bravo on the title change. |
composerjohn
Citizen
Username: Composerjohn
Post Number: 295
Registered: 8-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 3:57 pm: | |
Yes, Dave. Much better title. Thanks for changing it.
BTW: my wife and I celebrated our 6th wedding aniversary last night at VORO. We had a great time. I highly recommend this restaurant (especially on a Sunday - it wasn't crowded and we received lots of attention from the staff). |
Dego Diva
Citizen
Username: Fmingione
Post Number: 457
Registered: 12-2003
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 7:03 pm: | |
Wow, talk about censorship. Yeah, it's Dave's board and he can do what he wants. It just seems a bit hypocritical. Should we change the titles to these threads that express strong opinions about restaurants:
"Gas Light Brewery... Sucks!"
"Lot 15 is a home run!!!"
"Hunan Wok on Springfield Ave - Not a good experience"
"Burnett BBQ was yummy last night"
Heck, then we should delete the entire "Dast's?" thread, right???
C'mon people, homeowner has just as much of a right to express his/her negative opinion about Voro as everyone else has to express their positive opinion. Isn't this board all about sharing experiences and advice so we can all make better INFORMED decisions about where we eat, what contractor to hire, where to get our nails done, etc., etc.? You've got one bad opinion in a whole bunch of positive ones - why is that such a big deal?
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Dave
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Username: Dave
Post Number: 6473
Registered: 4-1997
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 7:04 pm: | |
Jamie did it based on a request from the thread's originator. |
Innisowen
Citizen
Username: Innisowen
Post Number: 766
Registered: 3-2004
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 9:31 pm: | |
Good luck to Voro. It will have its ups and downs-- all new initiatives do, regardless of the nature of the business.
But each day the owners/operators get to try and do it better than the day before. They will be attentive to critiques, if they're smart, and they'll improve and smoothen things out.
Early praise is good, and it would be premature to condemn. |
Soda
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Username: Soda
Post Number: 3277
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Monday, May 23, 2005 - 10:15 pm: | |
What you said. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3834
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 5:35 am: | |
"Jamie did it based on a request from the thread's originator."
Classy, very nice! Thank you Homeowner... and thank you Jamie!!! |
Meandtheboys
Citizen
Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 969
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 4:56 pm: | |
O.K. guys. Looks like I might be able to try out this restaurant sooner than I thought.
My husband is standing me up for a dinner we were supposed to have in the city (at Madison Bistro per Algebra's recommendation, and boy was I psyched for escargot) before our concert at MSG at 8:30 TONIGHT--all of which was meant to be a belated wedding anniversary celebration (our anniversary was last week).
Needless to say I'm royally pissed. I have a sitter so I can still go out, but most people I know just don't work on spur-of-the moment (most times neither do I).
So here's the question: will I look like a complete loser going to this place by myself? Somehow I just can't get my mind around it. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3838
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 6:56 pm: | |
"will I look like a complete loser going to this place by myself?"
I doubt it... But if you want, I'm going to Cryan's in two minutes for a Rotary meeting. If you don't want to walk in by yourself, come over to Cryan's at 8PM and I'll go over with you...
BTW, I shaved my beard, so just walk up to me and say hello. |
shh
Citizen
Username: Shh
Post Number: 2559
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 7:14 pm: | |
Ahh, how sweet. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3839
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 9:19 pm: | |
Hey Shhh... I'm sure there's fifty other men in town, that if their wifes would let them, would do the same thing... 
BTW, I guess Meandtheboys never got the message. Oh well, happy belated wedding anniversary anyway... |
shh
Citizen
Username: Shh
Post Number: 2560
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 9:58 pm: | |
Well, it was a nice thought Art.
Next time Mr. Shh has to work late...hey, usually we watch the Shield on Tues nites and he IS working late. Wanna stop by after Rotary? |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3841
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 11:31 pm: | |
Hey good look'n, anytime...
Libby and I would love to come over and watch the Shield with you... ;-) |
eliz
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Username: Eliz
Post Number: 1070
Registered: 5-2001
| | Posted on Tuesday, May 24, 2005 - 11:32 pm: | |
Stopped by Voro tonight after the movies - what a great space! I felt like we were in the city. Had a drink in the bar -very comfy leather furniture.
The menu looks good - I do wish they had a more diverse selection of wines by the glass. Right now they have a about 5 reds (one of each varietal) all $7/glass and all the whites are $6/glass. Fleur de Cap, CK Mondavi and that level. Hopefully as they grow they can add some more interesting choices. Went upstairs to check out the Champagne lounge ... there was a couple looking pretty intimate so we turned around and went back downstairs .
Can't wait to try it for dinner. I really hope it succeeds. |
Meandtheboys
Citizen
Username: Meandtheboys
Post Number: 971
Registered: 12-2004
| | Posted on Wednesday, May 25, 2005 - 12:42 am: | |
Art, you are a very sweet man. Managed to rustle up a friend who could come out spur-of-the-moment, or I might very well have taken you up on your generous offer.
By the time you posted we were enjoying drinks and appetizers in the bar. LOVED V.O.R.O. (and now I'm curious what the initials stand for). Great space, great music, great atmosphere. A place you can really "hang." I thought the food was fine. Not the best I've ever had, and certainly not the worst. Had the Greek spreads homeowner had and found them to be fine. Mild yes, tasteless not so much. Also the baked brie with apples and the salmon with capers and red onion, both of which I enjoyed. Really looking forward to going back soon on a date night with the hubby (cuz he owes me one now!) and spending more time and eating more food. V.O.R.O. is really a fabulous addition to our repitoire of restaurants in M/SO, and very unique in it's own right. |
ajc
Citizen
Username: Ajc
Post Number: 3908
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Monday, June 20, 2005 - 8:00 am: | |
Thank you Meandtheboys, and I'm glad it all worked out for you. I went looking for this thread again after two back to back nights at VORO's...
I'm pleased to say it gets better every time we go. The staff, the food, the service, and all the beautiful people we keep running into there...
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kriss
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Username: Kriss
Post Number: 169
Registered: 6-2001
| | Posted on Friday, June 24, 2005 - 4:12 pm: | |
Given how PACKED it was last night, I'm sure I don't need to add my two cents but I will anyway...
Ate at Voro last night and had a great experience. Quite possibly the friendliest staff I've encountered in the area.
Good food, excellent service, and I am just amazed that this is in the old Giorgio's building. It has to be seen to be believed.
Definitely recommend going.
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Earlster
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Username: Earlster
Post Number: 1171
Registered: 8-2003
| | Posted on Tuesday, June 28, 2005 - 4:49 pm: | |
We went to VORO's last Thursday. They had some private party, so the bar and upstairs were crowded, however the dining room was empty.
On a scale of 1(bad) - 5(great) I would give:
Food: 4
Service: 5 (except the hostess she was a 3)
Winelist: 3 if you want to stay south of $60 a bottle. 4 if you're on spending spree.
Ambiance: 5
Martinis: 5
We both had a salad each, they were both delicious. I had the goat cheese and beets salad.
For entrees, my wife had the rack of lamb which was undercooked before we returned it to be cooked a little more, but she had asked for rare.
I had the red snapper with anduille saussage, yummy, but the fish was a tiny bit on the dry side, which was nicely fixed by the sausage.
The wine selection is pretty decent, however many of the wines might have 'cool' looking labels, but are not necessarily the greatest in their price range.
Apple martini was perfect and in a chilled glass.
Waitress was very friendly, fast and knowledgable about the food. 5+
Other wait staff was also very good.
However, we were about 20 minutes late (babysitter problems), so the hostes said: "Our policy is to hold reservations for 15 minutes only, call when you are late." - Mind you, it was 6:30 and the dining room was completely empty (one table taken). She had an accent and I give her the benefit of the doubt that she didn't mean it the way it came across.
Overall this is a great addition to SO and we will be back. |
Alison
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Username: Alikoz
Post Number: 103
Registered: 8-2002
| | Posted on Wednesday, June 29, 2005 - 3:18 pm: | |
(BUMP)
The weekend is coming. Just wanted to put in a good word for Voro.
We love Voro. Make you reservation early--they fill up fast! |
Two Sense
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Username: Twosense
Post Number: 276
Registered: 7-2004
| | Posted on Thursday, June 30, 2005 - 11:09 am: | |
Based on MOL favorable reviews, but without trying it first, referred restaurant-savvy relatives and their friends to Voro. Quick feedback from last night: intolerable noise level, bad service, and only average food. Hope it simply was a "bad day" blip to be followed by great times ahead.
P.S. These diners ran into another group of patrons who had a similar, negative reaction. It may be a age-demographic issue, but Voro needs to appeal to a broad base of patrons, if it's going to thrive beyond its honeymoon. |
Camnol
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Username: Camnol
Post Number: 50
Registered: 3-2005
| | Posted on Wednesday, July 6, 2005 - 3:51 pm: | |
We ate there for the first time last week, on a Wed evening. It was fun and the place is beautiful, but we weren't bowled over by the food and the service was so so. Our waitress wasn't very attentive and it took over 2 hours to get our meal, start to finish. We weren't in a hurry, so it was fine.
I had the goat cheese salad. The goat cheese was delicious, but I felt the dressing was lacking--too much oil. My lobster ravioli was very good. My husband had a black pasta dish and felt it was ok, but needed more flavor.
My apple martini was great and they had a very generous pour with my husband's wine. The place was packed on a Wed night. We're going to give it another try and see how it compares. |
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