📍 Address: 480 Columbus Ave, Boston

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐ (3.5)

I felt as though I was waiting for either the most perfect or most horrifying dining experience before committing to my first ever Yelp review. Congratulations, Petit Robert, you're DEFINITELY the winner. I had heard good things about Petit Robert for a while, so tonight I decided to give it a try. We were whisked through the kitchen (lovely gimmick), presented with at least two audible "bonjours" from the bus boys, and found ourselves in a busy-yet-quaint dining room. I'd say the French Bistro theme was humming along nicely. My attention was soon (very soon) drawn to the haughty gentleman and his female companion at the next table. Apparently, the soup that the man was presented with (the soup du jour) was not satisfactory. When the waiter arrived, the man paused, gave the waiter a look (the kind of look admissions officers must flash to students while preparing to say: "I'm sorry, young man, but you're just not Yale material"), then informed him that, "It just wasn't what I expected." The discerning patron then proceeded to hold up the soup in eager anticipation of the waiter hurrying it back to the kitchen. Oh. My. God. I had never had the pleasure of seeing someone reject food at a restaurant in such a disinterested-yet-obviously-douchey manner. Anyway, after that display, I decided I had to: 1) Find out what the soup du jour was; 2) order it immediately; and D) consume it with great enthusiasm. It turns out that the soup du jour was a broccoli and pear cream soup, served slightly chilled ($5). The soup was a triumph; the crisp, slightly tart pear flavor perfectly supported the creamy broccoli background. And, despite being cream based, was a light, refreshing dish on an oppressively humid summer evening. I ordered the steak frites with bearnaise sauce ($19). The steak was ordered medium-rare and came out perfectly cooked--the outside was seared and the middle was a light-purple color. The matchstick fries were aptly salted, but the bearnaise sauce tied the two together perfectly. It had a sharp aroma of lightly sautéed shallots with a tangy lemon follow-up. In short, this dish was a home run. My companion ordered the panko-crusted pork loin with caper butter and mashed potatoes. This was another hit. She remarked that it tasted like a pork piccata. The service was attentive if not a little overwhelmed, as the dining room appeared to be full. Our waiter was very laid back and pleasant, an impressive feat considering the behavior of our neighbor. Petit Robert exceeded all of my expectations (except for the quality of my fellow diners... yikes) and I would definitely like to go back sometime soon.

📍 Address: 925 West Georgia St, Vancouver

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4)

I feel, because of the last review, I should write one. I'm not affiliated with the place at all. The person who wrote the last one was and is obviously very mad at them. She's also only written 1 review... that one. I enjoy this place, I find the food tasty and the staff friendly. I've never had any indications that the food wasn't fresh. No indications of animals (I would hope there are food inspectors for that kind of stuff). If you are looking for something more than just sandwhiches for lunch, try here.

📍 Address: 229 Newton St, Waltham

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4)

This place is really good, food is spectacular and the staff is great. Chicken and bacon wrap, pork steak and the steak is really good. The place is quiet packed during lunch time, food is always fresh.

📍 Address: 633 E 15th Avenue, Vancouver

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4)

I ordered a cake from them without tasting any of their menu. It was for my mom who is gluten-free. We gave them a 24hr turnaround and was blown away first by how BEAUTIFUL the cake was. Then we were thrilled by how delicious the cake was. We chose the Earl Gray Raspberry. Oh so yum. I can't wait to go there and try more of their menu!

📍 Address: 1651 Beacon St, Brookline

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐ (3)

While their mojitos, long islands and scorpion bowls are great, the food is not so much. I've never dined in but I have gotten takeout twice and while both times overpriced (but you get what you pay for with "healthy Chinese"), I have never been too impressed. I got one of the same things each time and the second time it was just terrible, bland, with flavors that didn't seem to mesh with chicken at all, and furthermore, just completely different tasting than last time. Not to mention, the lo-mein was rather noodle-less and more like a salad. I'm done trying and would rather have the calories and go elsewhere.

📍 Address: 266 Broadway, Revere

⭐ Stars:⭐⭐⭐ (2.5)

If I could give zero stars, I would. This is this first time I have been yelled at for buying something at a store. The guy behind the counter was not only the most ignorant guy I've dealt with in years, but rude as hell. I place beer on counter and hand the jabroni behind the counter my debit card and he asks to see my ID. He rings up the beer and puts it in a bag and takes a phone call. Transaction should be over right? To make sure I ask the other clerk; he asks if I want a receipt, I say no and leave. I walk to my friend's car. At this point the rude clerk comes running out to the car yelling at me for leaving without paying for the beer. Truly unaware, of my "wrongdoing" I walk back and pay for the beer for what seems like the second time. The entire time the guy is saying these shitty snide comments to me. Asked me why I left without giving money or a card. If you recall, the first thing I did was give him my debit card and he rang up my stuff and bagged it. This place used to be okay, but after that experience, I will never be caught dead here. Plus they only sell shitty beer. It's dead to me.