Marib - Springfield

I visited Marib Restaurant in Springfield after receiving recommendations for Yemeni food from my previous post. I enjoyed the Tandoori Bread along with Zahawig... read more I visited Marib Restaurant in Springfield after receiving recommendations for Yemeni food from my previous post. I enjoyed the Tandoori Bread along with Zahawig (a cream cheese salsa), as well as Fahsa and Saltah (not sure about the spelling). I also tried the Lamb Mandi. I absolutely loved all these dishes, and the service was fantastic. Our waitress was very attentive!

The most frustrating aspect was the service, which was nothing short of terrible. During the more than hour we spent there, the waiter never once checked on us.... read more The most frustrating aspect was the service, which was nothing short of terrible. During the more than hour we spent there, the waiter never once checked on us. The female server passed by our table multiple times without even offering a greeting or asking if we needed anything. It seems they may no longer prioritize politeness or good service to earn tips since they automatically add a gratuity fee, regardless of the quality of service provided. I can't recommend this place at all.

Service alond with is good. But food is not like yemni cousin ? read more Service alond with is good. But food is not like yemni cousin ?

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I had a disappointing experience at this restaurant. The only person who spoke English was the manager, which made communication difficult. We waited 45 minutes... read more I had a disappointing experience at this restaurant. The only person who spoke English was the manager, which made communication difficult. We waited 45 minutes for our food, and it took 25 minutes just to get a cup of tea. The rice was decent, but the lamb had a stronger flavor than I expected. I can't help but feel that the poor service was partly due to the automatic gratuity charge. I can't recommend this place to anyone unless they're looking for subpar service and food.