The Jewel of Toledo — Restaurant in Ohio

Okay, just like the last guy, I'm not the person that usually puts these kind of reviews, but I am absolutely appalled at the experience I just had after leaving the store. I was driving through town and looked up Indian buffet. There were five restaurants in town. This was the only restaurant that offered buffet. I called 20 minutes beforehand to verify. The ambience inside is okay. The server was a young kid and he did fine. He happened to set me at a two-person table facing the kitchen where I could see a large man eating in the kitchen. (Health Violations?) The food itself was terrible to my taste buds. I will say at least the food was hot. There was only one authentic tasting dish. That is the reason why I left a one-star review. To me that was going to be the end of it. Get back on the road and head home. When I asked for my bill it said 13 and change. I handed him a $20 bill. When he brought me my change from a 20 he handed me $0.45. I left a $3 tip on the table not knowing they were going to keep keep $6 for a tip. So obviously they add tip in which was not explained to me. Also. If it had been 20%, it should have been only 2.60$. instead they kept 45% as a tip. This is illegal. You cannot misrepresent a bill and keep a patron 's money like that. And if that wasn't bad enough, after I left and was about 20 minutes on the road, I guess he looked at the Google reviews and seen that I had left a bad review. How he was able to attach my name and number to that review. I still don't know. It doesn't matter. I have good standing with Google. This man is a very angry man. He called and told me I was a terrible person. He also called me a stupid ugly person. And a liar because when he called the first time asking why I left a one-star review. I didn't want to hurt his feelings and say his food was terrible. When he called me the first time I had to hang up on him because he just kept rambling but I realized after hanging up I needed to call him back and let him know why I gave him a one-star review. This really set him off and as a business owner talking to a patron, it made me feel very uncomfortable. There's no reason to yell at someone and get angry. Everyone has opinions. My opinion is the food is terrible. That's the point of reviews. Business owners should not be able to contact someone that leaves reviews. And also stealing money from patrons is illegal. Do yourself a favor and don't waste your time with this restaurant. I'm going to be in contact with Google to resolve this matter. If this man harasses me again he will have a phone call from my lawyer.

To beat it all I was only going to leave just one star and not say anything because that's the polite thing to do. My opinion matters to myself and the point of Google reviews is to be helpful to other patrons that enjoy...

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Memory Full You said: Write a review for Yogi at the Indian Jewel of Toledo. He was amazing ChatGPT said: I recently dined at the Indian Jewel of Toledo and was thoroughly impressed by the exceptional service provided by Yogi. From the moment we arrived, Yogi's warm welcome and attentive demeanor set the tone for a memorable evening. He guided us through the menu with insightful recommendations, ensuring our dining experience was both enjoyable and personalized.

The ambiance of the restaurant was inviting, and the food was nothing short of delightful. Each dish was rich in flavor and authenticity, reflecting the culinary expertise the establishment is known for. Yogi's prompt service and genuine hospitality truly enhanced our visit, making it an experience worth repeating.

I highly recommend the Indian Jewel of Toledo for anyone seeking delicious Indian cuisine paired with outstanding service. Yogi's dedication to his patrons exemplifies the restaurant's commitment to excellence.

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You said: Mak3 it sound like me ChatGPT said: I had such a great experience at the Indian Jewel of Toledo, and a huge part of that was thanks to Yogi! From the moment we walked in, he made us feel so welcome. He was super attentive, gave great recommendations, and just had such a friendly, easygoing vibe.

The food was incredible—flavorful, fresh, and honestly some of the best Indian food I’ve had in a while. But what really stood out was Yogi’s service. He made sure we had everything we needed without hovering, and you could tell he genuinely cared about making our experience great.

If you're looking for amazing Indian food with top-notch service, this is the place. And if you get Yogi as your server, you're in for a fantastic time!

You said: And say he educated me with knowledge and was so amazing ChatGPT said: I had such an amazing experience at the Indian Jewel of Toledo, and Yogi was a huge part of that! From the moment we walked in, he made us feel welcome and comfortable. Not only was he super attentive and friendly, but he also took the time to educate me about the dishes, their origins, and the best pairings. I love when a server goes beyond just taking orders and actually shares their knowledge—it made the whole experience even more special.

The food was absolutely delicious—fresh, flavorful, and some of the best Indian cuisine I’ve had. But Yogi’s service truly stood out. He was so engaging, made great recommendations, and you could tell he genuinely cared about making sure we had an...

My family and I have always had a great experience at this restaurant. The food was always excellent, the service acceptable, the atmosphere- nice. I didn't think twice about taking my mom here for lunch today. However, shortly thereafter I found myself apologizing to my mom. It was a buffet lunch and much of the food hadn't been replenished. No biggie...it happens, we shrugged it off and waited for fresh naan. Meanwhile, we took a little of what was on the line. The rice was either undercooked or had been sitting out for awhile. It was crunchy. Overall, the food was decent. It wasn't exceptional...but it was good. We waited for the naan to come out and enjoyed catching up with each other. Not once was our water refilled. While we finished our food, it quickly became known that the couple behind me had complained about the food. The owner stood over them as they were seated informing them they had to pay even if they didn't like the food. I admit I didn't hear how the initial interaction began, but it quickly became apparent that the owner was quite upset. While the couple tried to be calm, the owner seemed to escalate rather fast. He threatened to call the police on the couple, told them never to come back and then realizing the scene he was making in front of the 8-10 other diners, he requested the male diner to step outside with him. The male diner complied. Once outside, the owner then started yelling at the guest. I lost count on how many times "motherf*@#$&" was directed toward the young guest. Meanwhile, the rest of us all sat quietly in the restaurant in shock. My mom and I asked for more water and the check. The waiter seemed very perplexed and concerned over the situation so was a little distracted, so it took a sec to get the check. We were both shocked that we were charged $18 per meal. It is worth noting, $18 for the lunch buffet is a little excessive. At that point we just wanted to leave and tried to put together exact change rather than use a card and have to wait longer, to no avail. We watched the owner come back into the restaurant, yelled at the woman that she needed to leave. She got up and left, said a few choice words. He followed her outside shortly after. It was the strangest, most uncomfortable restaurant experience I have ever experienced. I have worked in food service and while guests can be difficult, his reaction was way over the top. It was not professional. Neither my mom nor I will be back. ....and the rice...