I always enjoy coming to Mastro's - recently I was there for a BDAY dinner and, although, service was a tad on the slow side that evening, the waitress was at least courteous and sweet. Our group had for appetizers: shrimp cocktail (jumbo, fresh and sweet), stuffed mushrooms (my fav of the bunch) and crabcakes (ok, not great). We each had our own tender yummy steaks (i'm on a diet so i got the petite filet, but for those who are not, splurge and get the filet or ribeye on the bone - an extra oomphf of flavor). And for sides, we shared creamed spinach (not a fan of creamed spinach), creamed corn (sweet, but a little too creamy for me), sauteed mushrooms (nicely flavored, with garlic and herbs) and mac & cheese (really yummy and cheezy, gorgonzola I think). Good food, good company - amusing / cheezy (in a good way) lounge singer - all in all, a great place for a dinner party with friends. For special occasions - consider the seafood tower (expensive but very impressive presentation with dry ice; and very fresh).
Pros: Great food, martinis; lounge singer; fun crowd
Cons: Service can be slow sometimes; Valet seems expensive for BH
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