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It took us about an hour and a half to get there, but I was immediately unimpressed when we arrived. The moment we stepped inside, we were unsure whether we sho... read more It took us about an hour and a half to get there, but I was immediately unimpressed when we arrived. The moment we stepped inside, we were unsure whether we should seat ourselves or wait for someone to assist us. After a few moments, with no staff in sight, we just walked to the back and settled at a table. The interior had a strange odor, which didn’t help the ambiance. A waitress did come to us fairly quickly since the place was mostly empty apart from the bar. She handed us the menus, which included a special menu for the day (Thursday). Since we were unfamiliar with the specials, we let her guide us through the beer options, which were limited to Miller or Bud Light on draft. The selection of bottled beers and wine was also presented, but seeing the prices seriously discouraged me from ordering a 14oz Stella for $8. I opted for the Bud Light draft special for $2.50, not realizing it would only be a small glass, probably around 6oz. We decided to share a couple of appetizers: Baked Stuffed Clams (3) and Crabs Stuffed with Lump Crabmeat (4). I was amused when I saw the crabmeat — it was just tiny mushrooms filled with canned crabmeat, not lump at all! As for the clams, they tasted definitely frozen and were stuffed with terrible breading. Honestly, I’ve had better from ShopRite! For dinner, my husband ordered the Steak Sinatra, which came out looking like something from a diner topped with half-melted mozzarella, served alongside unflavorful mashed potatoes in a brown sauce. Before ordering, I specifically asked the waitress about the bowl of mussels in red sauce with garlic bread. I inquired whether it was a red gravy or a thin spicy broth, and she assured me it was the latter. I was thrilled since I love mussels in Fra Diavolo. Unfortunately, she brought me the worst mussels imaginable — fishy, gooey, and drowning in a thick, unappetizing orangey sauce with onions. They were absolutely inedible! I politely asked her to take them away. When she noticed I hadn’t touched them, she asked if I wanted them wrapped up! I grimaced to express my disapproval, saying, “Oh God, no.” I requested another draft to help wash that taste away and managed to keep the mood light enough that we even shared a laugh. To top things off, the waitress didn’t even remove the mussels from our bill! Seriously?! Rivoli’s, this is unacceptable! And a special mention to the waitress, Francesca, for not apologizing or offering to adjust our bill after such an awful experience — especially when I explained why I couldn’t eat the mussels! I can only give this place one star because I can’t give less. Consider this a warning: avoid this restaurant!

I went on a Wednesday night which is usually karaoke night but was trumped by a Yankees wildcard game. There was ample room at the bar, because the game wouldn'... read more I went on a Wednesday night which is usually karaoke night but was trumped by a Yankees wildcard game. There was ample room at the bar, because the game wouldn't start for another hour. My bartender, Gary, was very attentive and friendly even though he was busy with drink and food. The seem to care a bit more about what beer is just in, and the menu shows which have been tapped out. I care a little more about the beer and ales than the food. That night there was a $5.00 special, and I got a nice chicken wrap and fries...the fries came in a mini fry basket..hey, I thought it was a nice touch. There are high tables as well as booths. Go online to see specials. Lots of TVs. One night they have bingo (haven't tried that yet). Plenty of parking in the big lot of Quail Creek Mall.

Not a bad place for a beer and burger. Once you are inside you'd never know you were in a strip mall. Despite the fact that it's pretty dark in here we found a... read more Not a bad place for a beer and burger. Once you are inside you'd never know you were in a strip mall. Despite the fact that it's pretty dark in here we found a place at the bar. They don't have an extensive craft selection but they have 4 or 5 decent local beers. My brother and I decided to split an order of buffalo chicken wings. They were lightly breaded with very little sauce on them. The sauce lacked that vinegary zip it should have. I ordered a turkey club on rye toast but all they had was white bread which I thought was a bit odd. I took the wonder bread toasted, and it came out with a nice dill spear, decent freshly made fries, and tasteless coleslaw. The sandwich wasn't bad. The bacon gave it saltiness and texture. Their one man band I thought annoying but didn't rate the bar on that aspect. The bartender I'd give a 3 star rating. He was busy and pretty efficient but I shouldn't have to ask for a glass of water 4 times.

I saw this place online and it seemed like a cool place to go so I went. Entering the place, I was right. There is a stage with bar stools around it, an caged i... read more I saw this place online and it seemed like a cool place to go so I went. Entering the place, I was right. There is a stage with bar stools around it, an caged in UFC style sitting area, a full oval bar, and a back sitting area with a huge projector screen that fills the entire wall with TV. Upon looking at the menu, it seemed like a good place to eat. I was wrong. I ordered the nachos and the appetizer sampler. When the food came out, my friend and I just looked at each other and went ok . The egg rolls smelled like a bad diaper, the mini beef empanadas we 're disgusting, the wings were definitely not traditional wings (they had an odd cheap breading), and the fried raviolis barely had any filling in them. Moving on to the nachos... Have you ever gone to a pizza place, ordered a salad and all the ingredients are cut and sliced into huge chunks? Well the nachos are exactly that. The lettuce was sliced, not chipped, into huge pieces. The same goes for the tomatoes. And the jalapenos looked and tasted soggy . After attempting to eat most of the food I looked around and on the TV 's they had images of their other food. They did not look appetizing at all. I would not recommend this place other than coming here for the bar or the sports.

I'm giving them three stars for one reason only and that is the super nice and friendly bartender Monica and her infectious smile. As far as the food Meh! Sorry... read more I'm giving them three stars for one reason only and that is the super nice and friendly bartender Monica and her infectious smile. As far as the food Meh! Sorry but they manage to make Bell Evens chicken wings taste bad and that is not an easy thing to do. And, cardboard with tomato sauce they call pizza well enough said. And, no wine list looses them a star just on that. However, happy were the beer guzzlers sitting around the bar all with a $6 pitcher of draft beer in front of them life is good. Bottom line: A two star dining experience at best but Monica saved the day for them!