They threw in a free slice of their chocolate lava cake with my pasta order. Wasn&#39;t expecting that at all, such a nice little surprise. The cake was still warm and gooey in the middle. Really made my night.

Stopped in for a burger. Quick service, place was quiet. Good to know they take cash only, there&#39;s a small fee for cards. Just a heads-up.

Decent portions for the price. The food was cooked well, nothing fancy but solid. Good spot if you&#39;re feeding a family.

The bagel sandwiches are pre-made now, which is a bit of a bummer. But the coffee is still fantastic, and the staff is always so pleasant.

Been coming here for years. The food&#39;s always solid, and the laid-back vibe is exactly what I&#39;m after.

The crab wontons are the star here. Joy was so sweet and attentive, even when the place was packed and things got a little slow. She really made the night.

Friendly staff, no question. Our server knew the menu and steered us right. They kept an eye on things without hovering. That&#39;s what I look for.

Tried their specialty rolls for the first time. The Peach Cobbler roll was the standout &mdash; sweet but not too heavy. Definitely a splurge for dessert, but I&#39;m glad I did it.

The bartenders are seriously impressive. They&rsquo;ve got the whole menu memorized, and my cocktail came out so fast. Plus, they&rsquo;re just genuinely nice. Really smooth operation here.

Sesame chicken lunch special. Light breading, cooked right. Big portion with soup, egg roll, crab rangoon. Solid deal for what you get.

Been coming here for years, the Mongolian beef is always spot on. Their hot and sour soup is the perfect starter on a chilly night. I usually pair it with a simple lager, cuts through the richness nicely. A solid, dependable spot.

The space is spotless, which I really appreciate. I ordered the grilled salmon salad - the fish was fresh and flaky, the greens crisp. Portion was just right for lunch. Prices are fair for the quality of ingredients. I&rsquo;ll be back for that salad.

Don&#39;t be fooled by the plain storefront. The food here is just solid. Had the red cabbage side and it was so good, exactly like something my Oma would make. Really hit the spot.

The cocktail tasting in Co-Lab was a fun night out. Drinks were creative and well-made, but I did feel the price per pour was a bit steep for the portion size.

Service was pretty good. Our server was friendly and knew the menu well. She suggested a couple of dishes that turned out to be fine choices. Made for a pleasant evening.

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