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re: Giving up on Luke once and for all

Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:24 pm to
Posted by Y.A. Tittle
Member since Sep 2003
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Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:24 pm to
Although, I get the notion that their style of service is not for everyone and if you don't like it, there's plenty other comparable or better restaurants and there's no need to go back.

But, in fairness to them, they're trying to hold themselves out as being in the style of a Parisian/Alsatian Brasserie, which are restaurants that are pretty much universally known for a certain brusqueness in their service. This is pretty much what I've observed service-wise in dining there.

If you understand that going in, I don't think you would have as much of a problem with what they do there - I never have.

However, I get it, if that's not your thing. Also, I'm willing to acknowledge, bad is bad, no matter what your schtick (and yeah, some of what you describe seems just bad).
Posted by nikinik
Mid City
Member since Jan 2009
5733 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:34 pm to
quote:

But, in fairness to them, they're trying to hold themselves out as being in the style of a Parisian/Alsatian Brasserie, which are restaurants that are pretty much universally known for a certain brusqueness in their service. This is pretty much what I've observed service-wise in dining there.


First off, my boyfriend is british and is very familiar with the service in France and Europe, as am I. This was not the normal, snobby french service. It's not normal in France to have your table not cleaned. It's not normal in France to have a dirty towel laid down in front of you to eat on. And I can definitely assure you that in France, I'd never be served wine in a water glass.
Posted by pooponsaban
Baton Rouge
Member since Feb 2008
13494 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:35 pm to
Wait, shitty service is hip now? Screw that.
Posted by Y.A. Tittle
Member since Sep 2003
111257 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:35 pm to
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Also, I'm willing to acknowledge, bad is bad, no matter what your schtick (and yeah, some of what you describe seems just bad).


Although, a lot of the other criticisms I've seen here of their service, would in my view fall under the purview of their brusqueness and not being the personable "Hi, my name is Todd, and I'll be taking care of you this evening" variety.
This post was edited on 3/15/12 at 12:42 pm
Posted by LSUEnvy
Hou via Lake Chas
Member since May 2011
12667 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:35 pm to
quote:

I finally literally hollered at the bitch working and


Wow that does sound bad. I just can't see giving a place 7-10 chances, 3 at tops.
Posted by HebertFest08
The Coast
Member since Aug 2008
6549 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:35 pm to
I get that they have their niche' and thats why i went.... but man 20min for a drink that has what 15 maybe 20 people possible sitting at that bar, is just insane. I also understand that their food isnt going to come out quickly, not with the food they offer. But, fill my damn water and at least look at my table when you walk by to see if something isn't right. The waitress got a tip off of the food and thats it. I mean I did spend about $130 or so in there, i expect not to be eating ice. I'm going back for the simple fact that i loved the food i got and i'm willing to give places at least a couple chances, but frick me if i'm waiting that long for a drink again
Posted by Count Chocula
Tier 5 and proud
Member since Feb 2009
63908 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 12:36 pm to
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First off, my boyfriend
Wait, this is a surprise
Posted by nikinik
Mid City
Member since Jan 2009
5733 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:12 pm to
Count...you thought I was a guy?
Posted by BrockLanders
By Appointment Only
Member since Sep 2008
6517 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:20 pm to
If it was me saying the same exact words, Glassman would tell me I'm too picky.

Since it's a woman he likes, he'll compliment her.

If you want, though, I can give you an e-mail address for someone in the Besh organization.
This post was edited on 3/15/12 at 1:28 pm
Posted by nikinik
Mid City
Member since Jan 2009
5733 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:27 pm to
I'm lost. glass hasn't posted in this thread...though I am prettier than you, and he knows this. ;)
Posted by BrockLanders
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Member since Sep 2008
6517 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:30 pm to
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I'm lost. glass hasn't posted in this thread...though I am prettier than you, and he knows this. ;)


Can't argue that! Basically, I was just noticing that you weren't pulling any punches - which is unusual on this board. Whenever I do this, he's always super-quick to tell me I'm too picky.
Posted by glassman
Next to the beer taps at Finn's
Member since Oct 2008
118381 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:30 pm to
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Glassman would tell me I'm too picky.


Not in this instance Brock. Sounds pretty terrible.
Posted by BrockLanders
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Member since Sep 2008
6517 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:32 pm to
quote:

Not in this instance Brock. Sounds pretty terrible.


Posted by glassman
Next to the beer taps at Finn's
Member since Oct 2008
118381 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:36 pm to
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though I am prettier than you, and he knows this. ;)


Sure do....
Posted by Cold Cous Cous
Bucktown, La.
Member since Oct 2003
15374 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:40 pm to
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was about to ask about the oyster special since it obviously won your repeat visits,

Luke's oyster special is the tits. I've never actually eaten a sit-down meal there, but I love hanging out at the oyster bar for half price beers and cheap oysters. It's from 3-6 pm I think.
Posted by nikinik
Mid City
Member since Jan 2009
5733 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:41 pm to
Yes, the service was terrible, but now you've made me smile. ;)
Posted by Count Chocula
Tier 5 and proud
Member since Feb 2009
63908 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:44 pm to
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Count...you thought I was a guy?
No, but I didnt think you were a girl either. Guess I should pay closer attention to Glass's posts.
Posted by Y.A. Tittle
Member since Sep 2003
111257 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:45 pm to
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No, but I didnt think you were a girl either. Guess I should pay closer attention to Glass's posts.


Dang, your stalker cred just took a serous hit there, Count.
Posted by Gris Gris
OTIS!NO RULES FOR SAUCES ON STEAK!!
Member since Feb 2008
49636 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:49 pm to
I thought you were married to Boo Koo BBQ guy. Now, I'm really confused.
Posted by Count Chocula
Tier 5 and proud
Member since Feb 2009
63908 posts
Posted on 3/15/12 at 1:50 pm to
Yeah, my reputation's at stake here...

This post was edited on 3/15/12 at 1:52 pm
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