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“The food is always healthy and absolutely delicious! It's safe to say that the paella is honestly the best kept secret in the Des Moines metro area! The best I've ever had without traveling abroad! If you haven't been to Flavory yet, you must plan your next outing ASAP!! Service is always friendly and atmosphere brings a welcomed diversity to the current restaurants in The District.“
“Me and my daughter went here this weekend, and overall it was great! This is my 11 year old daughter’s review. The inside was super cool, and my daughter really enjoyed the gingerbread house’s. Also, the inside swings as a chairs were a very smart idea. The food was pretty good as well. My daughter and I normally go to Starbucks to get cake pops, and the ones we got here were so much better! The taste was better, it was slightly cheaper, and way bigger than Starbucks. The only problem I had with it is it crumbled apart really easily. The edible cookie dough was amazing, despite the small amount they gave you. It was still pretty decent though. The variety of cupcakes they have is amazing too. And we also got the “Muddy Buddy” cupcake, 8/10! Amazing! The service was great as well. There is so many kind things I could say about this place, but I don’t wanna keep repeating myself. Keep up the good work!“
“I got an ad on Instagram for this place the other day and looked at the menu and decided to go. We got street corn, mango enchalidito, cotton candy swirl and super hero; all of our treats were amazing! The employees were very nice to us and were fast with service. 10/10 recommend giving this place a try!“
“All three of us had the $44 special, it was amazing! Pickle chips were very good, steaks and shrimp perfectly cooked as we each ordered, and the dessert was delicious. Gio was our waiter he was super friendly and did a great job. I would have no problem taking friends and family there.“
“Sarah made my son’s 13th bday cake this past weekend and it.was.SO.SO.good.My in-laws (who aren’t gluten free) even said they may order my FIL bday cake from here in a few weeks! She went above and beyond and also made his frosting with some special powdered sugar that was corn free!! There was barely enough remaining for my son to have leftovers the next day!We’ve ordered from Sarah several times over the last few years and everything has been fantastic. Cinnamon rolls, donuts, cake, cookies, you name it, Sarah can bake it!! Her pop ups during spring/summer/fall shouldn’t be missed!“
“I’ve been a regular here for the last year. Their egg rolls are some of the best in town. The beef and brisket Pho is easily the best in town as well. I will try other Thai/Pho restaurants, but always find myself disappointed it doesn't live up to Aroy Dee.“
“I was so eager for Ol to reopen for the season due to this being my #1 pregnancy craving. I messaged the Facebook page to find out, they were so kind as to gift me two bowls of my favorites to get me through until opening this March! I CRIED in joy of their kindness. Now that they have reopened I have waddled in twice this week alone for frozen goodness. I'm tallying up how many times I'll go until my due date this August. Might have to name my son Froyo. Thank you Orange Leaf owners for your generosity!“
“I stopped in a month ago completely unaware of how awesome this place is. Told them up front I had no idea what to order and they walked me through everything they offer. I loved my food and came back again today to tell them how excited I am to have them coming to Ames. It's so fresh and taste great. New favorite. :)Vegetarian options: Mushrooms, lentils, and falafel as a sub for meat. Lots of choices that veg friendly.“
“The atmosphere alone is impeccable in this place, just stunning!I’m a biiiiig person on cleanliness, especially about where I eat. A huge indicator to me that a place probably isn’t cleanly is if their lobby is obviously dirty (ie.. multiple dirty tables, dead bugs on the windows seal, muddy floors, dirty condiment bottles, etc.) but Lucky Bamboo almost instantly put my mind at ease once I stepped foot into the business.Not only are they cleanly, but the food is delicious. I’ve lived in Iowa for going on 4 years now, and one of the biggest disadvantage I keep running into is poorly made, not appetizing oriental food. I truly only have a handful I would comfortably order takeout from and Lucky Bamboo is one of them!The service is quick too. I came in last time during a lunch rush hour at around 12:30-1 pm and all I had time to do was pick a seat, wash my hands, and then BOOM my plate of food was dropped in front of me. Hot and fresh, YUM!Overall, I’d say Lucky Bamboo is a GREAT place to eat.“
“I love this spot. So many flavors to chose from. Its self serve. (Thank God cause those girls are almost always on their phones or talking to eachother) The establishment is great for a wonderful price. And as for staff, I think its the age group they hire tbh.“