Week 6....Back to Italy

We were all looking forward to going to Napoli restaurant > We have heard good things about it but until you try you just never know.

Our expectations were met and then some. The sweet spot for me when it comes to restaurants is quality and price. There are so many restaurants that are at either end of the spectrum, but Napoli hit is just right.

Crowd perusing the menu

Becky and I started with a carafe of the house MERLOT!!!

Bruschetta and Marinara app

Becky has the Eggplant Parmigiana. Maeve had the Tortellini Parmigiana, and I had the Veal Parmigiana. All of our meals were excellent. They came out of the kitchen smoking hot and fresh. They were delicious.

We went on a Thursday night the place was crowded with regulars so that is a great tell about the place. Service was fantastic as usual so far on this journey.

The bar has been set by Napoli and we will be judging other restaurants against going forward.

Ratings (0 to 5 stars)

Service      4 stars

Food          4.5 stars

Next up Joy of Tokyo in Five Forks

Week 5.... Expecting the worst...

After our debacle at the Jack in the Box, we embarked upon Arby's which is situated across from  Jack in the Box.

Maeve drove us to the Arby's

We had very low expectations of the Arby's as you never see much traffic in there. We went there around 3pm and there wasn't many people dining.

Arby's at Five Forks

It seems I keep repeating myself but the people serving the food were really nice. As a veteran of the fast food industry (2 years at McDonalds) I admire those people who are polite and courteous in their jobs. They really are under-appreciated group of people for the most part.

Back to the cuisine, I ordered the Montreal Angus and Portabella Sandwich with Onion Rings. Becky had the Roast Turkey Ranch & Bacon Wrap. Maeve went with Mozzarella Sticks and Curly fries

A Arby's Feast

The consensus was that the meal exceeded our low expectations. It was very good compared against Jack in the Box. Everything was hot and fresh. The steak sandwich was excellent and Becky's Turkey was very fresh. She was shocked.While I wouldn't go to Arby's regularly I could see it in the rotation for occasional dining.

satisfied customers

If Arby's could ever get their marketing straightened out they could definitely compete in the fast food business with this menu.

All in all a excellent experience with quality food and service

 My post meal tribute to my brother Chris

Ratings (0 to 5 stars)

Service             3.5 stars

Food                 3 stars

Next up is Napoli Pizzeria and Restaurant

Week 4.... Our first Mexican Restaurant of the challenge

We are big fans of Papa and Beers in Simpsonville almost to the exclusion of other Mexican restaurants. So it was with hesitancy that we dined at El Jacisco at Bi-Lo center in Five Forks.

We arrived around 7:30pm on Saturday night. The establishment was fairly busy but getting a booth and service was not a issue. Our waiter was very friendly and attentive. We started with a couple of frozen Margaritas to get in the mood (Maeve had a Coke). After all we worked on Saturday.

Becky enjoying the MEDIUM Margarita

Becky, Maeve, and I all ordered different dishes. The food came out very hot which I enjoy. It was plenty of food.

Becky had the House Special of Nacho Chips,Chicken,and Cheese which is all covered in a Hot Salsa

I had a Chimichanga. One chicken and one steak with rice

Maeve went with the Chicken Quesadlla

For the price and the amount El Jasisco is good value. While it is good we look forward to experiencing some more Mexican restaurants in the future.

Ratings (0 to 5 stars)

Food              3 stars

Service          3.5 stars

Next up in the challenge is our Arbys in Five Forks