07/02/06

Happy atmosphere.

by halleybell

Just average food. Actually going to Olive Garden after many years ago, I found the food to be much better. I think Macaroni's popularity is all the gimmicks.

01/22/04

Best Since Boston

by ssrcontrol

I found Romano's Macaroni Grill in Memphis. Asking, I found the restaurant at Franklin. For me, there has not been an equivalent to Vinney Testas in Boston for years. I found Macaroni Grill came very close in taste, quality, and service. There are some really fine Italian restaurants in New York but still Vinney's is my favorite. But if you live in TN and aren't traveling, then I would tell anyone asking, Macaroni Grill is the best they will find. The few things they could do to improve atmosphere would be to have a few areas of quiet where no children are seated. Iif you wanted to add a little romance to your meal or talk to friends without raising your voice would be great.

• Pros: High Quality food, Best of chefs, Great Service
• Cons: Crowded, Better parking, Some areas of quiet

01/13/03

Good Grub (but expect to wait)

by Epi_Curious

I have eaten at the Cool Spring's location dozens of time and never have had an unpleasant experience. The service can be a bit leisurely but at Friday evening peak, that's true of of every restaurant anywhere near Cool Springs. I wish they still had the self-serve jug of Chianti on the table (darn that ABC) but the food is always good (HINT: skip the veal saltimboca -- my Mom's pot roast is better), the atmosphere is pleasant, and the prices aren't too far out of line.

• Pros: good food, good service(usually), fair prices
• Cons: long wait for seating