Rothmann's is a place we've wanted to go to for some time, so when we received a gift certificate it was just an added bonus. We figured we'd go out for a nice dinner and hoped it would be a place we'd return to for special occasions. \r
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Keep in mind that we are in our early 30's, successful, dressed more appropriately than 90% of the clientele (the man in the fur jacket AND fur boots stood out). We were surrounded by people who were trying too hard and greeted by a hostess who clearly thought very highly of herself. Nevertheless, we had a good - but not fantastic - meal. Our wine was great, the appetizer (proscuitto-wrapped asparagus) was light and delicious, and the steaks were cooked perfectly. We've had better, but there's no denying that they were great. The creamed spinach and mashed potatoes were definitely average. We had cappuccino after dinner with the warm chocolate souffle, which was hands-down the best part of the meal. And the service was great (I say this as someone who worked as a server in college). And then we were handed the bill. We fully expected for the meal to exceed the amount of our gift certificate ($150).\r
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So the food was good - not amazing - but good, but the reason I will not return - ever - is the comment made by our server (who was by all standards otherwise excellent) as he returned the bill to me after running my credit card (to cover the balance). He looked me right in the eye and said, pointedly, ""Thank you in advance for your generosity."" WHO DOES THAT? I was beyond insulted that he would imply that I would not tip on the full amount of the bill. Besides the fact that it's just tacky for a server to even make reference to his tip at all. It was reprehensibly rude. \r
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If you're under 35, successful, love restaurants, not a d-bag, and you want to go out for a steak, you're better off in Huntington. You won't have to swerve to avoid all of the chips on their shoulders.
Pros: Ambience
Cons: Value, Snobby Crowd and Service
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