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#1 AMETHYST PRODUCTIVITY

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Posted 24 January 2015 - 10:10 PM

My husband and I went to Q'Bole for dinner tonight and have to say that the service was GREAT. Polite, friendly, attentive without being annoying. Everything we asked for we got in minutes and that's even with it being very busy. We made a point of searching out the manager on our way out to thank them for being super. 

 

The food was very good, not fantastic but way better than most mexican places we've been too the last few years. We'd go back again for the service alone. I'll take fantastic service and good food over awesome food and crappy service any day and I'm pretty damn picky about food being married to a chef.

 

AND the prices were reasonable. 


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Posted 25 January 2015 - 09:07 AM

Glad to hear the service was good, but the food was so meh.....that we have no desire to go back. 



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 10:40 AM

We were there around the holidays and had the same great experience.  There is one waitress there who is a real gem.  Great at anticipating when you might need something, but not overly attentive, good with people, and really made the meal a pleasant and fun experience.

 

I understand about the food being meh.  At the old location is was getting that way, but the two meals we've had since they moved were both excellent. 



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 12:18 PM

Excellent service can really make a meal more enjoyable. Glad to hear the food has improved as well. The last couple of times we went (old location), the food was really bland. Sounds like it's time to give them another try. Did they ditch the knee killer tables when they moved?



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 02:54 PM

Where did they move?  They used to be near Karen's Bakery, correct?  Maybe we will try the new location...



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 03:00 PM

Excellent service can really make a meal more enjoyable. Glad to hear the food has improved as well. The last couple of times we went (old location), the food was really bland. Sounds like it's time to give them another try. Did they ditch the knee killer tables when they moved?

 

Sorry, they have the same tables.  I was happy to see the light fixtures again.  I always liked those.



Where did they move?  They used to be near Karen's Bakery, correct?  Maybe we will try the new location...

 

 

They were below Karen's in the old Chevy's location.  They are now upstairs in the old My Brother Vinny's location next to Lockdown.



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 05:08 PM

I went there over the holidays as well. Sadly I went when no one else was there.  So my point of view on service may be skewed because I was the only customer. The service was great. Right as they were bringing it out, though, I got a call and needed to leave. I was very embarrassed. I apologized and asked for a to go box which was quickly brought out. I tipped them nicely, the whole family (including young kids) was working there- that day. They were all smiles and the atmosphere, albeit lonely, was professional, polite and positive. I cant remember the name of the dish I ordered. It was chicken with mushrooms and rice. Fantastic. Not cruddy fast food Amer/Mex food. I'm glad they were willing to let me take to go. I felt the dish was a bit heavy and too much on the plate, though. I may call ahead to order to go - in the future.



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 05:31 PM

I stopped going because the food was very inconsistent. Maybe I'll have to give them another try.


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Posted 25 January 2015 - 06:27 PM

I stopped going because the food was very inconsistent. Maybe I'll have to give them another try.

Me too. Food and service had declined.


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Posted 25 January 2015 - 08:12 PM

This place has always been suspect no matter what the location. 



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Posted 25 January 2015 - 08:17 PM

Wife and I went 3 nights ago, the waitress was awesome.  We both commented on how the food was more authentic and tasty than La Rose Blanca (our previous fav).  Margarita was double the size of other local joints and they use decent tequila (Tradicional).  The place was next to empty unfortunately.  Pretty darn close to our favorite in the Bay Area, La Pinata.



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Posted 26 January 2015 - 07:59 AM

Love that place. I never went to the old location, but the new location is my favorite mexican restaurant in Folsom by far. I've tried all the "top rated" places around, they were pretty terrible each time (bad service, lackluster food, watered down margaritas). The margaritas at Q'bole are awesome - not overly sweet, and a nice hit of good tequila!



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Posted 26 January 2015 - 09:41 PM

Well, I went there again tonight. I had some time to kill and decided what the heck, why not go for a Margarita?

 

So I ordered a Margarita and a plate of shredded chicken tacos with beans and rice (Not street tacos). 

The Margarita was tasty, and for me, quite strong. I didn't finish it all. Not that I didn't like it, but after ordering, I realized, I should go easy until the food hits my stomach. 

I alternated between Margarita and ice water as I chomped on a taco. I ate about half the salad that sat atop it. The appeal of the plate itself was welcoming. The cheesy lettuce and onion was a nice fresh start before getting down to the business of the taco. The taco was a corn tortilla and nicely shaped. The texture was not wet (I hate when tacos disintegrate in your hands), nor was it too crispy or brittle ( I also hate wondering if I'm going to choke on a shard of stale tortilla). The potato and shredded meat went down well. Now I have to say, I happen to be a bit picky about my "Mexican" food. By American standards, "Mexican" food has to have a new, sharp, and strong herb taste that often over balances the ingredients of a traditional Mexican supper. Q'Bole put together a nice taco plate without burning my tongue, or making my gut seize with acid indigestion. To sum it up: they put together a taco plate that looked appealing and offered a traditional hum to your senses without being over-powered. One other thing I particularly liked about Q'bole was their salsa and chips. Specifically their salsa. Not too spicy, not too sweet.The only complaint I would have was the portion size of the platter was just too large. For a $4 dollar Margarita (served in a soda glass) and a $13 taco plate, I was over-served and had to bring the left overs home. I muttered about the unfairness of not being able to take my drink to go, and accepted my bag of left overs and a giant burrito for my son. 

My Server was also the barman. I believe his name was Nundo. I might have misspelled that (I'm sorry if I did!). He was pleasant and quick to guess my needs. I neither felt rushed nor forced to wait overly long on my food. As I left to go to my next appointment I made sure to tell him I would be writing a description of the meal here - on the website.

Again, I went to Q'bole during off peak times and found two or three other people while I was there. I particularly liked the large glass backed bar and the impressive array of liquor bottles. I will have to try more than the margaritas, next time. I sat at a table with high legs and a wide contoured back which gave me a nice seat to watch the college ball game that was on. I like the way the restaurant was set to give privacy to tables away from the television and bar area, and the main front entrance. The large windows and tables in the room were separated by a half wall along the length of the bar. An outdoor patio over-looking Sutter Street promises a fun and airy meal in good weather.

The next time I go, I would like to order the red snapper. The menu made it sound like a fantastic taste bud experience.



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Posted 27 January 2015 - 02:00 PM

I love Q'bole.  The ceviche is the best and if I order else where, I am always disappointed!  Lots of shrimp, cucumbers and tomatoes in a very limey base.  I always eat too many chips when I order it.  But YUMMMM.  The tacos are the bomb, and my husband loves the carne asada plate.  If what you have had was 'meh' try something different!  Margaritas are always good, but sometimes too strong.  Some are too pricey.  My fav is the pomegranate margarita, but I suck it down too fast and at $9 each, that a steep drink for the time I spend 'savoring' it! :) I agree about the tables.....the only thing I hate about this place! They are beautiful and well made, but not comfortable for sitting in, especially the high tables on the patio.  Absolutely NO ROOM for legs!



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Posted 27 January 2015 - 10:10 PM

"If what you had was meh, try something different!"

 

I tried the Rellenos twice and my wife tried the snapper twice. The first time, they were both very good, which is why we had them again. The second time, meh was being generous. I like consistency when I go out to eat. Look at all the chains that have made a fortune being consistent. Mickey Ds may be  as low as you go, but you always know what to expect. That said, I will probably give them another try, but I probably will try something easier to keep consistent...like tacos, flautas or burritos.


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