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06-16-2019, 06:46 PM | #1 |
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Last night's dinnrer at Lemongrass was a huge disappointment. We had a 7:30 reservation but had a wait, and once we were seated, we had another wait before anyone recognized us. Our seafood selection was not very tasty and was only luke warm. We have had dinner there many times over the years, and realize every time can't be wonderful, but we won't be hurrying back, for sure.
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What did they say after you talked to them
As a long time customer who has enjoyed many meals there, I'm sure you spoke to them on your way out to let them know that your dining experience was not up the their standard and that you wanted to let them know there was a disappointment in the service and also food quality. Inquisitive minds are wondering what their response was.
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Went there tonight (Sunday) about 7 PM. No wait, great service and food.
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Actually, that’s what we should have done had there been anyone at the reception area when we left. I might give them a call tomorrow because our experience on Saturday was not the norm. I don’t want to be a complainer, but they should know what transpired because people tend to share their opinions on such things as restaurants, etc. Good suggestion, Dave....thank you.
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If a place I've been consistently happy with has a bad night, I give them at least two more tries. On the second or third, depending on how bad the outings have been, I'll speak to whomever is in charge. Their reaction dictates whether I'll return in the short term, or if I'll wait a while in the hopes that they figure things out.
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06-17-2019, 05:46 AM | #6 |
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The fact that no one was at the reception desk leads me to believe that they were probably struggling(like the rest of us) with staffing issues.
Besides Bike Week, there were many graduations last weekend and people are filling in to cover positions that they are not familiar with. I'd let them know and definitely give another try. They will appreciate your understanding. |
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They've been great for years. I am not deterred from returning
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Something I've noticed that is very consistent on the forum is to remonstrate anyone who suggests anything negative about almost any establishment. I've been to Lemongrass and I like it. Doesn't mean they could not be suffering NOW from whatever; labor shortage, chef unhappy, who knows? But he fact that this consumer had a bad experience should not be reason enough to criticize them like it's THEIR fault. When I have a bad dining experience I do NOT go out of my way and talk to management. It's managements job to talk to me not he other way around.
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Lemongrass has been terrific for a long time. Let's hope Sue's latest experience was an aberration. |
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How many times do all get asked "how is everything?" and respond "Fine" when it really isn't and then fume about it later? I have but I seldom then go out of the way to post a dig online; I had my chance to complain on the spot and didn't. If it's a regular spot with a bad day I'll say something or just hope it's better next time and then eventually point it out. my 2 cents |
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I always find it amusing that it takes a bad experience for anyone to post here or on a review site. I have always had great meals at Lemongrass. Service is not always great but oh well. The whole lake is short staffed and has been for a few years.
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It's going to be everywhere
A couple of nights ago we went to another long-time excellent restaurant (keeping their name out of it for reasons stated in earlier posts), and the service was terrible. Super slow to get waitress started, even with the place mostly empty, poorly made drink, waitress with no knowledge (I told her the specials), entrees slow and without the sides I knew they normally include (once again, I told her, then they came).
Then I thought of this thread. Not only is the labor shortage making it difficult to staff up, but the folks who get hired are going to be weaker than we are used to. This year, if you can walk and talk, you can wait tables. Maybe we all need to take a chill pill before dining out this Summer |
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I don't mind if the service is slow, after all aren't we out to relax and enjoy? I do mind if the food isn't good.
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This was on the door at the AT&T store next to Lowe's in Gilford yesterday. Crazy stuff.
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Two points come home in this thread; you can't post anything negative about a dining experience without being castigated AND obviously the reason for the poor dining experience is a super tight labor market.
Apparently readers are too obsequious to weigh the evidence of the post and make up their own minds as to its merit, hence the negative feedback. Congrats forum readers, you're a bunch of sycophants. A tight labor market is indicative of a strong economy. It's also indicative of pressure on labor income-eventually. The former is most certainly good while the latter follows. Correct me where I'm wrong. PS My wife tells me the Red Hill Dari has opened! Thank you. We will be by this weekend and I will order my fried clam plate which is absolutely fantastic. Can hardly wait!! |
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