99 Restaurants - Gardner

This place is usually pretty great. The most recent visit wasn't. Staff was very nice though. It seemed like they had a LOT of new staff working. We were a larg... read more This place is usually pretty great. The most recent visit wasn't. Staff was very nice though. It seemed like they had a LOT of new staff working. We were a large party, but they weren't sure how/where to seat us. The food was severely over cooked. Willupdate rating after our next visit if it's better.

After 3 failed attempts at getting a properly cooked medium-rare steak (4 if you count the redo), my wife gave up and ordered the steak tips. The two largest we... read more After 3 failed attempts at getting a properly cooked medium-rare steak (4 if you count the redo), my wife gave up and ordered the steak tips. The two largest were medium. The rest were well-done. The server showed it to the manager on duty, who said...Nothing. Never even stopped by. We just got the bill. When we asked to see her, she questioned how WE handled the situation.Eventually she grudgingly offered a partial credit on a gift card. But between that, the half-dozen paper towels on the men 'sroom floor, and the popcorn on the chairs and under a bussed table, she was clearly right on top of things.

Had a fare share of frustration attempting to become an online customer, system closed out on me after about a minute? Called in recording says all to go orders... read more Had a fare share of frustration attempting to become an online customer, system closed out on me after about a minute? Called in recording says all to go orders must be online , wow tried that for ten minutes, hung up. Called back prompted the system forperson and Brea answered, extremely polite , helpful and understanding of the issues, of course we will take your order over thephone! Arrived ten minutes later and the young lady who brought the order out was equally receptive! Great service even afterthe online debacle !

The 99 in Gardner has plenty to remind you you're still in Gardner. Images of sponsored local sports teams, photos of well-known landmarks of the city, a view o... read more The 99 in Gardner has plenty to remind you you're still in Gardner. Images of sponsored local sports teams, photos of well-known landmarks of the city, a view of the surrounding area. Which is as enjoyable as you make it. It was fairly empty for an earlydinner on a Saturday, though it took a while for us to be seated. The server was pleasant and did a good job coming aroundthrough the experience to check on us. Drinks were topped off fairly quickly after being finished. The appetizer was somewhatoverpriced for the size, loaded tots, being only a dollar less than the entree my wife ordered, and being considerably smaller.The food was all tasty, though. A generous portion of seafood for the Fried Seafood Platter, part of the Father's Day weekendspecial menu they had going on. Will definitely return again.

Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmigiana Parking space: Plenty of par... read more Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 4 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmigiana Parking space: Plenty of parking Parking options: Free of charge parking lot