The Bower

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   Steven

   Tampa

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We dined at The Bower on a Monday night. It was quiet but very enjoyable. The service was great and the food was amazing! We started with Tuna Crudo, Gala Apple & Brussels Sprouts Salad then enjoyed the Cacio e Pepe pasta and Short Rib entree. All were delicious and presented nicely!
   

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   Christine

   Chicago

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Enjoyed dining here while in town. Food and drinks were yummy, but I’d skip the dessert in the future.
   

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   Lahne

   Washington DC

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on November 22, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The restaurant was beautiful and food was delicious.
   

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   Dr.

   New Orleans

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on November 11, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was too salty and overall disgusting. I used to love this place but the menu gas changed and its nasty.
   

   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Hey, We're truly sorry to hear that your recent experience at The Bower didn't meet your expectations. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we're disappointed to hear that you found our food to be different than what you're used to. Your feedback is crucial for us to improve, and we assure you that we will look into this matter. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   TriS

   Chicago

   4 reviews

   2.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Pastas were way over sauced and cheesed. Not as described on menu. Felt more olive garden.
   

   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Hello TriS, We're sorry to hear that your experience at The Bower didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide our guests with a well-balanced menu and it's clear we missed the mark with our pasta offerings. We also appreciate your feedback about the olive garden reference. We're always looking for ways to improve and your comments will be taken into consideration. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food and service. Best, Kylie @ The Bower
   

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   Kelli

   Philadelphia

   7 reviews

   3.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Service was extremely slow and food was cold. Food was also only average and menu is extremely limited.
   

   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Kelli, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. We're really sorry to hear that your experience at The Bower didn't meet your expectations. We pride ourselves on our food and service, and we're disappointed to hear that we fell short this time. We appreciate your comments about our menu and we'll definitely take them into consideration as we continually strive to improve our guests' experiences. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you in the future. Best regards, The Management Team
   

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   Rachelle

   New Orleans

   9 reviews

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   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on November 2, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything we had was exceptionally flavorful and our waitress was so friendly & helpful with the timing of our courses. The whipped feta and salmon crudo are both sizable appetizers. The smoky aioli and chimichurri added great flavor to the crispy octopus. The ambiance is so quaint and perfect for date night!
   

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   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Hey Rachelle, we're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic experience at The Bower! It's wonderful to know that our flavorful dishes and friendly service added to your evening. We're glad you enjoyed our smoky aioli and chimichurri, as well as the crispy octopus. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another delightful meal. Best, The Management Team
   

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   Brittany

   San Diego

   7 reviews

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   3.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on October 29, 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   We were excited to eat here after seeing pictures of the atmosphere, location and menu. When we arrived, the restaurant was fairly empty but they tried to seat us in the far back, outdoor area. When we saw the table I asked if we could possibly be moved inside because we’re from out of town and loved the atmosphere of the main room. The waitress was extremely rude and tried to avoid answering me even though I asked politely. She eventually seated us inside after a very awkward few minutes where I asked her two more times (as kindly as I could). Maybe she was frustrated that it meant her losing a table/ tip but there was no reason for her to be so rude and awkward about it. Once seated, we had a different waitress who was much more friendly. Our drinks were great, the salad was spicier than expected and the basil pasta wasn’t the best. The chicken Parmesan was delicious though! Overall a 2.5/5.
   

   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Hey BrittL, We're really sorry to hear about your experience at The Bower. We strive to provide a welcoming atmosphere and high-quality food, and we're disappointed to hear that we didn't meet those expectations. We appreciate your patience and the feedback you've provided. We're committed to improving our service and your overall experience with us. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Best, The Management Team
   

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   Madeline

   Dallas

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on October 26, 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   The ambience and vibes were cute and great! However, the service was mediocre. We did not know about the Taylor Swift specials until another waitress informed us. Two of our guests ordered the cacio e Pepe. One came out with tons of sauce and peppercorns and the other appeared to be dried butter noodles. The waitress told us they were the “same” but are made in different pans. However, it was obvious upon taste that they were different. Expectations were 10/10, reality was 5/10.
   

   The BowerResponded on November 20, 2024

   Madeline, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are sorry to hear you did not have the experience we aim to prove however, we appreciate your feedback as it will aid us in perfecting our craft. Best, The Bower
   

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    Erin

    E. Tennessee

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4

    Did coursed dinner and food was very slow and disappointing. Staff was friendly and restaurant was beautiful though!
    

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