It seems most reviews of restaurants are complaining about something. It makes sense that people would do that, but do you make an effort to submit a positive review?

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I do but I’m also honest to point out if something was lacking. When I review, I note the service as much as the food quality because some places are consistent while others aren’t. If a restaurant is transitional or has opened a new location then I know they want all feeback in order to make changes or imporvements.

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