Should have stuck with the tapas
DESCRIPTION: I love tapas restaurants...I'm a grazer, so I could live on little bites of this and that. When I first discovered Tapas restaurants I thought they were made just for me. I went to this particular restaurant for sentimental reasons. I had gone there for my senior prom dinner when it was the Willoway Manor, and I was out on a date with the guy I had gone to prom with 20 some-odd years earlier. The fact that it was a tapas resaurant was just an added bonus. The tapas were wonderful, but I have to agree with the Digital City reviewer that the paella left a lot to be desired; fish was overcooked and the rice was dry. It looked and tasted like it had been sitting under the heat lamp for quite a while.
DATE: 2003-01-05
FOODRATING : 6
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 6
RECOMMENDED DISHES : bacon wrapped dated with roasted red bell pepper sauce

Bacon wrapped what?
DESCRIPTION: Tapas restaurants, in general, end up costing alot for a little. This one is no exception, but...oooh the Sangria is good. The atmosphere, especially outside in the summer, is priceless, and those bacon wrapped dates! Don't bother with the Paella. In fact, dont bother with Paella unless you are in Barcelona. Stick with the tapas and prepare for a large bill unless you dont like Sangria or dates...its worth it. This is one of my favorite places to go with a group of friends and dine all night.
DATE: 2004-06-07
FOODRATING : 6
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : bacon wrapped dates

Perfect Atmosphere
DESCRIPTION: Out for dinner Saturday night, loved it. Great service, nice wine and champagne list. Meal was well portioned and music was enjoyable. Will definitely go back. (Make reservations.)
DATE: 2005-03-12
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : tenderloin

Love this quaint place!
DESCRIPTION: This is a small and intimate wine bar with a great menu. My husband and I have been there three times in the past 6 months and were never disappointed. The breads and pate's are excellent. The menu changes with the availability of fresh fish and meats. We had Copper River salmon from Alaska that was fabulous. There is also a shop located behind the dining area which sells food products.
DATE: 2003-11-24
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 8
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : The pate' plate is a must!

Don't waste your time!
DESCRIPTION: We recently visited the Cuvee in Fredericksburg after reading an article in the Dallas paper and it was the biggest dinning disappointment. Upon arriving at the restaurant, we were taken to the bar where we had to wait 15 minutes to get a glass of wine. Once we were served, we were never check on to see if we needed anything else. We finally realized that the reason that we couldn t get any service is because the Manager/Owner has taken it upon himself to do everything from hostess, bartender, wait and bus tables, and in between all of that running around, book phone reservations. I wish that I could tell you about the food but we never had a chance nor will we ever have a chance to comment.
DATE: 2004-03-29
SERVICERATING : 2
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 2

Tapas 177 Lounge
DESCRIPTION: From entrance to exit, all was fine. Candlelight everywhere, friendly, smiling faces - a good sign. Eat at the bar or table, you can eat light to full. Drinks - fabulous.Excellent service from bartender to servers; even the busboys have charisma! Food is perfectly described, presented, and can't wait to try the next thing! Music and ambiance is eclectic, inspiring, intoxicating. Every night is a new experience -- love this place! PS, they invented the Euphoria Martini!
DATE: 2004-09-03
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : calamari salad, crab cakes, tuna Napoleon, beef Carpaccio, spring rolls, seafood Paella, Jambalaya, pan-seared sashimi tuna, buffalo tenderloin, Panko shrimp, empanadas

Jazzy little place Full of Flavor
DESCRIPTION: Bellydance and Flamenco Nights are great!
DATE: 2005-01-22
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Camarones, Pinchos Argentinos, Platanos Maduros, Sangrias

Wine Spectator Award?
DESCRIPTION: One would think that a restaurant with a Wine Spectator award for its wine list would know have some rudimentary knowledge of wine service. All the red wine is baked -- served at least 10 dedgree too warm -- and precludes having a civilized meal. I suppose the good news is that talented chef Jose Andres has an unlimited supply of red wine reduction sauce.
DATE: 2004-07-27
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 4
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 6

the best
DESCRIPTION: I love Amada!
DATE: 2006-01-17
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 10
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Paella, coca flatbreads, Ribeye for two

Lame and boring
DESCRIPTION: A lame club, no action and rude service. Go elsewhere.
DATE: 2006-03-23
FOODRATING : 2
SERVICERATING : 2
AMBIANCERATING : 6
OVERALLRATING : 2

One of my Favorites
DESCRIPTION: Great place for a light bite or a full appetizer buffet, just off the market. If you do not like loud music and a large crowd, arrive before 8PM.
DATE: 2001-07-08
FOODRATING : 8
SERVICERATING : 6
AMBIANCERATING : 8
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Baked Brie, Smoked Salmon, the daily special

A local favorite
DESCRIPTION: Hands down one of the best restaurants in Charleston. Great casual and comfortable atmosphere. Extensive and imaginitive menu representing a fusion of many unique flavors. Never had a bad experience at Meritage!
DATE: 2004-02-23
FOODRATING : 10
SERVICERATING : 10
AMBIANCERATING : 10
OVERALLRATING : 8
RECOMMENDED DISHES : Trio of table dips, shrimp and grits with tasso ham sauce, Meritage Pad Thai, Pulled Cuban Pork, Apple Nachos