Hello, Sailor

I try to come here for lunch or dinner a couple times a year over the last 6+ years. Always a fun atmosphere to enjoy a meal at; the MCM aesthetic is whimsical and nostalgic. Food is always yummy, but overpriced. There are limited gluten-free options, which is frustrating. I’ve yet to encounter a decent level of service though; the team is consistently awkward and lack people skills. Maybe that’s the vibe the owners are going for?

Saturday 6/24 with a reservation They tried. I looked forward to eclectic menu by LKN and was pleased, but that was it. Everything else missed the mark. The server asked about food allergies and I shared gluten sensitivities. He took my menu and explained that the chef would mark out problematic items. Which seemed odd, because I know what I can and can’t order and if I’m unsure I ask. So we waited…. In the meantime a host of runners tried to bring other peoples’ food to our table. When I finally was able to order the item that I had already decided on from reviewing the website our overly chatty server went on and on how it’s his favorite. Now don’t get me wrong, I appreciate insights, but this was over the top. So we waited…. Other folks food came to our table, but not our appetizer. When our meal came, before our appetizer it was cold. The server apologized and quickly offered to remake our lunch. So we waited….and our appetizer arrived. The manager offered a lengthy apology, which I appreciated and offered to comp 1/2 our tab. Again, thanks The server also offered a lengthy apology but gave a lame excuse about being a busy Saturday only to be interrupted by a food runner who didn’t know what table to bring the order. Of course I appreciated the Comp. But I would have preferred to pay full price to celebrate my birthday with a quiet lakeside lunch with my husband on a beautiful Saturday afternoon at a highly rated restaurant without countless interruptions and missteps.