Dining Reviews on the Podcast

[Halloweenqueen]

Just finished listening to the Email show.

I wanted to point out how different a review can be. Though Pete did not enjoy Yak and Yeti, I didn't think he should be so passionate in telling people not to try it.

Kevin has always come on threads to emphasize that his experience should never stop someone from trying something. He points out there is so many factors that make for a good experience (atmosphere, service, quality of food, menu variety, etc)

Speaking for my family alone, we enjoyed Yak and Yeti in December. We had a terrific server and everyone was pleased with our meal. We were a large party of eleven, with kids through to grandparents. I had gone back to listen to Kevin's reviews of new restaurants for our trip last summer. Kevin and John had a terrific experience at Yak and Yeti. They gave advice about how appetizers could make a good meal themselves. We made a lunch of appetizers. The variety was good and the prices, while expensive, weren't too bad for Disney.

I know Pete meant well, but he can be harsh with his criticism. I was suprised that John agreed with him, after they (he and Kevin) gave Yak and Yeti glowing reviews. Funny thing, Kevin enjoyed the chicken dish that Pete said were attrosious. And the chicken dish is 17, not 24 dollars.

I point this out not to support Yak and Yeti, but to say reviews are very subjective things.

 

[cchev]

i agree...reviews are very subjective. I personally don't think that Pete should change his style just because he does get his review/opinion out there often in an entertaining way. I like his reviews

But I agree that I really liked Yak and Yeti when I was there...certain things were very run of the mill but there was definently some great food on the menu and Tiger beer is always a plus. I just wish they had Indian food considering the surrounding decorations in the part of the park that they are in.

But all that aside...I like Pete's reviews, very entertaining and often informative

 

[lovethecastle]

I don't know, I think Pete was looking out for us. The price sounds very expensive with the quality not on par with the price.
Plus since we are all individuals we can still go there if we want to.

Have a magical day!

 

[metalis4ever]

I had the same horrendous experience as Pete did on my trip last September. Personally I am glad that he expounds his opinions in the manner that he does after all that's what dining reviews or any reviews for that matter are designed to do give someone the opportunity to present their individual experience. If I had not eaten at Yak and Yeti prior to Pete's "review" if you will it would have motivated me to try it in order to see for myself.

I highly doubt any rational thinking individual would stay away from experiencing something due to harsh criticism after all as you said reviews are subjective and not everyone likes everything.

Pete keep up the good work, keep on Stylin' and Profilin' ...

Wooooooooo!!!

 

[mikelan6]

Definitely, restaurant reviews are subjective and a lot of factors come into play when dining somewhere.

I do question the idea of reviewing a brand new restaurant a few days after it opens, though. This is when the best trained staff is serving and cooking and they're at their best. After a while, I think all restaurants get into a rut and their service might go down - depending on management, staff, etc.