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- PPatrickWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoThis place is such a gem - from the moment you get to the door, you can tell Cafe Mars is not your typical restaurant. The decor is colorful and vibrant; it just screams "walk in here and get ready to have a great time". The staff are warm, entertaining, and knowledgeable. I have had nothing but 10/10 service on all of my visits here. And of course, the food is fantastic. Chef Paul truly works wonders here. Run, don't walk to Cafe Mars!More infoCafé MarsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• Park Slope•4.9
- IIanNew York City •14 reviews5.0Dined on 15 Dec 2024The tostada de atun is so good I always consider ordering a second one each time I come to Claro. The mole negra is a must too!More infoClaroPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Gowanus•4.8
- SSeanGreater Boston •2 reviews5.0Dined on 8 Dec 2024I booked one of parklife’s solariums for a birthday party and it was the perfect spot- warm enough, even on a very cold December night, and a private comfortable space with good service. Uniquely good for large groups!More infoParklifePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Gowanus•4.6
- OTOpenTable DinerVIPNew York City •6 reviews5.0Dined on 18 Nov 2024Simply Greek was simply marvelous!!! Already plotting my return trip!!!More infoSimply GreekPrice: Expensive• Greek• Park Slope•4.5
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