JOEY Uptown

I visited JOEY Uptwon for the first time and it won't be the last. I had heard from customers and read reviews about how great the steak and ravioli bianca is and I can tell you as a foodie who has eaten around the world that this is one of the top 5 dishes I have ever had! Hence why I am leading off with it in my review. The steak was cooked to perfection and as an added measure, I added lobster to the dish (on recommendations from my server Nieisha, who was great!). Once I ordered, my food arrived in just a few minutes and the presentation was 5 star! Rarley do I have a dish that makes me slow down to take in all the flavors, but this one did.

As large as the restaurant is, it is very intimate. Let me explain. The word intimate means very close, or private and personal. Because of the way the restaurant is designed, it is easy to have an intimate setting.. The lighting is a bit dark overall, but it sets the mood. Most importantly is table spacing... As I looked around and even walked through the restaurant, I noticed the tables were spaced at a good distance. It allows for you to have a private conversation without being too loud. I specifically asked for a table on the floor so that I could stretch out my legs as I have double knee replacements. They accomodated my request and gave me a great table for two against the partition dividing the indoor space with the patio. Perfect!

My server Nieisha was very good. I could tell that she was very busy being that it was a Saturday night and the weather was good so everyone was out. However one she began to take my order, she made the night enjoyable. Her suggestion to add the lobster to my dish was spot on and the night cap, which happened to be the best latte I think I've ever had was tops! This is definitely a hang out spot for people who are in the know. The young movers and shakers so to speak. Well, us 50 somethings too LOL. The dress code is casual but you will see everything from suits and formal dresses, to jeans aand stylish T's. However its a great crowd from what I saw. People were deliberate in having a great night out on the town and weren't acting out for attention.

One piece of advise if you're using the valet service. Make sure that if you plan to stick around the restaurant past 9pm, use the valet directly in front of JOEY's. There are two directly opposite of each other and the one on the mall side closes at 9pm so you would have to make sure you got your keys from them or move your car again. Overall I had a fantastic night out and as a single guy who goes out alone often it was definately worth it! Beautiful women, sharp gents, great service, and some of the best food around. I shall return.