When we got to Ago, it was fairly empty. We had requested a table on the patio, but they tried to seat us inside. When we argued, the host went on about how outside is really a cigar smoking section. Finally, he seated us outside - we didn't see a cigar the entire time. \r
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The waiter was very distracted and when he listed the specials, he said, ""we can make risotto with truffles or chanterelles."" I ordered the risotto with truffles. I know from expereince that truffles are expensive, and truffle risotto can get as pricey as $45. That was okay; this was a special occasion. I was shocked to receive the bill and see the dish cost $95. The restaurant had no remorse about not telling us the price in advance (a common practice in even the finest restaurants is to warn the customer), saying, ""Sometimes customers get angry when we tell them."" So, bad service from the host, slow service from the waiter (plus he forgot one dessert entirely) and $95 for risotto (come on - it's just a bowl of rice!) and we will not be returning to Ago.
Pros: Saw Vin Diesel
Cons: Bad service; noisy
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