Surin West

Surin West in Birmingham, AL, offers an excellent dining experience with flavorful Thai cuisine and fresh sushi. The atmosphere is modern yet inviting, making it a great spot for both casual dining and special occasions. I started with the crispy squid as an appetizer, and it was perfectly fried—light, crunchy, and paired with a tasty dipping sauce. For my main course, I had the sweet and sour chicken, which was well-balanced with a delicious mix of tangy and savory flavors. The fried rice on the side was flavorful and cooked just right, complementing the meal perfectly. Service was friendly and efficient, and the portion sizes were generous for the price. Whether you're craving Thai food or sushi, Surin West is definitely worth a visit for a satisfying and flavorful meal!

Their entrees used to come with coconut soup and bean sprouts. Not many people here. I understand. Guess they're trying to save a buck.

Just "okay" to me...having spent 20 yrs in Asia eating Thai food galore. Pros: service attentive, well-dressed, charismatic; prices decent, location good, atmosphere large swanky open bar type lounge feel. Cons: food lackluster in spice and presentation somewhat sloppy. Larb Gai should be finer chopped and w/ more chilies lettuce leaf works better than a chunk of cabbage. Pad See Ew ("drunken noodles") decent but tofu cubes need to be much smaller. Lots of room for improvement here.

Good place, even if we did go with 30 minutes left before dinner service. But they were very accommodating, I'm the fact that they still seated us and were very professional. The food is really good as well The appetizers of dim sum, and the surin baskets ( incredible flavor, definitely should try these) were outstanding. The pad Thai in my opinion could have used more savory It tasted a little sweet even if it was the spiciest level you could which is three. The spicy beef noodles though with shrimp were mighty tasty. Overall really good experience would give them a try again.

Visited this place and ordered Spicy beef noodle and beef noodle soup, it was kind of let down on the flavor of the food, it wasn't spicy and it was too much on the sweet side of the spectrum. Also service provided from our server was virtually none, he brought our food and drinks after that he never came back to our table to check on us, we actually had to go to the front and pay our bills. We will not be coming back to this place.

We were in town for a show and stayed at the hotel next door. Surin West exceeded our expectations. We went for an early dinner and were well taken care of. We ordered the Dim Sum as an appetizer and two kinds of currie Chicken Panang and Masaman Chicken for the main course. The Dim Sum were good meaty and had a lot of flavor. The curries were the stars of the show. They were both very flavorful uniquely different with large portions that filled us up completely. Delicious.

Good food great atmosphere fantastic service! Their calamari was AWESOME!! That’s my go to app and they definitely did not disappoint! Cooked to perfection! Will say need to add more shrimp literally gave me like 3 small shrimps hahah but over all good food

While I have mostly had positive experiences here, I need to report the finding of a roach on a friend's plate. The photo is attached. Before that, I enjoyed the creme brulee, but it was disappointing to find a bug in the food, and I have to recommend not going to the restaurant.

Their chicken stay is the best . Taste good and Fair prices . Lunch menus is awesome too.

Met some friends during Happy Hour one early evening. We tried all the listed appetizers except for the tofu option. We shared more than one order of a few items. Good selection of beer and wine offered for a reasonable price. Our conversations grew long so we decided to stay for dinner. It was a very relaxing environment. Service was very accommodating and polite throughout our dining experience.

I stopped by for lunch on Friday since I hadn't been in a while. I got there right before they closed for the lunch shift and switched over to dinner. The soup was fire like always, but the chicken tasted a little old, which threw me off because that's not what I'm used to from them. I figured it was probably just because I got there late. Parking is always a mess--that's part of the reason I didn't make it in earlier. I'm definitely gonna try again though, because usually the experience is way better than this.

Pretty good experience. I went during lunch on a Wednesday. It's wasn't too busy. I got the tofu coconut soup and succulent catfish. It was absolutely delicious. If you are affiliated with UAB and you have your id you get a 10% discount. I would definitely be back!

I do believe I accidentally found The Best Happy Hour in Birmingham!! $3 beers. $4 apps. $11 meals! Spicy tuna roll, seaweed salad (Hayashi Wakame), sashimi appetizer, Pad Prik tofu, and creme brulee for dessert. The menu is huge! So is the restaurant. It was pretty slow when we got there at 5:30 and only a little busier by 7. Our server checked on us regularly. Food came out fast. Sashimi pieces were huge! Sauce with the Pad Prik was delicious. It's casual but still appropriate for a nice dinner date or a big group. Some business folks were dining as well as a handful of other couples.

Good food, good service. The lunch menu is very good from the bbq chicken to the spicy beef salad. Prices are reasonable for both quality and quantity.

The staff greeted us with smiles, and the food options are plentiful. Great for meeting friends for dinner. We can't wait to go back for another good meal. The light is very nice.

Service was GREAT! Fantastic server. Food was amazing and the lunch special is a must go!! Big open space with normal Asian dining ambiance. Can't wait to go back!

Surin West never disappoints! The food was absolutely delicious, as always--the best and truly authentic. The service was exceptional, and the ambiance added to a great dining experience.

Great as always. Went with crowd favorite chicken bowl and basil rolls. Enough for lunch tomorrow .

I'm a little biased because Surin West is one of my go-to spots for Thai food. The service is always top-tier, and the food never misses. When we walked in, we were seated immediately, which was a nice surprise since they were pretty busy. Our server was hilarious--super engaging, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. The ambiance is just as great as the food--comfortable, welcoming, and perfect whether you're grabbing a casual dinner or celebrating something special. The lighting is warm, the space feels inviting, and even when it's busy, it never feels too loud or chaotic. It's the kind of place that makes you want to stay and enjoy the experience. I ordered the Khoa Man Pai, and wow. The sauce? Absolutely incredible. So rich and flavorful, almost addicting. I could've drenched everything in it and still wanted more. The chicken was perfectly cooked, the rice was fragrant, and everything came together so well. Luckily, I managed to snap a picture before I dug in because this dish deserved it. If you haven't been to Surin West yet, go. And if you have, go back and order the Khoa Man Pai. You won't regret it.

The service can be hit or miss, but the food is always delicious. I have tried various meals and sushi rolls, and they have all been great! Their pad Thai and sushi combos are delicious if I had to pick a couple things to recommend. The space is also nice and very large. Parking can be tough since it's in 5 points, but there is a nice big lot behind the building that most people don't know about!

This place is not authentic Thai or any traditional Thai food I have ever had,l. The menu gives me a Chinese feel. I had the coconut soup which was labeled as spicy coconut soup with a description of containing sweet and sour. When it came out it was lumpy from the powered coconut milk mix and had little to no tase. Basically water downed coconut milk powder. I also had the Thai noddles which I was told was their version of Pad Thai. When it came out it appeared to be sweet and sour syrup mixed with sugar. I would not recommend any of these dishes.

5/5 stars for Surin!! Everything we tried was absolutely delicious. I honestly think you can't go wrong with whatever you order. We started with the pot stickers, egg rolls, and basil rolls. The pot stickers with the curry is amazing. I would go back and get 3 orders just for dinner. The egg rolls are nice and crispy and the basil rolls are light and fresh. For our entrees, we got the Pad Prik, Roasted Duck with Curry, Wings of Angel, and Thai noodles. Everything was delicious but the Thai Noodles and Wings of Angel stole the show.

This Surin is the sister restaurant [and I believe the precursor] of the Surin in Huntsville on Airport Road. I love the Airport Road location! The staff and eats are exceptional! Since sushi was always a "treat" back in the 90s, my best friend who lived around the corner on Highland Ave., always selected Surin West for her birthday celebration and Surin always kindly accommodated her party of 8-12-ish guests in one of their private rooms. And Surin accommodated the copious gifts we brought and never rushed us through our celebratory dinner. Our entire groups never complained about anything: the meals were delicious, and the service was consistently attentive and friendly! We enjoyed a variety of sushi, sashimi, and sake. The 3 "Ss!" Now that best friend is moving back to Birmingham (yay!), I'm hoping we get to pay Surin a visit soon!

Surin West was one of the first meals we had in Birmingham. Returned to try their lunch menu, which is very well-priced! We were greeted with friendly service and excellent lunch options. We only had to wait around 15-20 minutes for our food during peak lunch hours on a Friday. If you're a UAB student or employee don't forget to bring your badge for a 10% discount Tofu Coconut Soup: 10/10 Complimentary with a lunch order and great to sip on while you wait! Chicken Masaman w/ Avocado: 10/10 Very rich and flavorful. Chicken Noodle Bowl: 10/10 This tasted very similar to the Masaman Curry, just a touch sweeter. It was flavorful and very filling! Parking: It may be a bit difficult to find, but there is a large lot dedicated to Surin West customers around the corner from the restaurant. There is also street parking directly in front of the building, but this will typically be full during peak times.

1) A hostess that doesn't greet AND **SMILE**, not when we entered nor after we left. 2) The waiter was pleasant though not over the top. Honestly the vibe was like someone had been put on punishment and staff was afraid to SMILE and speak which is what they did, no small talk no extra conversation. No "hello welcome to Surin". Even with the waiter we had to pull conversation and dish recommendation out of him. And then he seemed to relax a bit. I so wanted to ask "who died" because the mood was soo somber. Had I not been with friends, i would have politely left and never return again. 3) the food was definitely traditional Thai, as far as i remember. Also, i was pleasantly surprised that the shrimp was not overcooked. The Thai Barbeque chicken was dry...(we were sampling each other's food and concensus at the was that the barbeque chicken was dry... Oh well, on to a place with a better ambient and staff.

We found this place on google while in town for a wedding. Seating and service were prompt. I got the spicy beef noodle. I found it very flavorful. Could possibly use more spice, but for what I was feeling at the time the spice level was perfect! For an appetizer we got the pot stickers. It was served with a red curry sauce which was extremely good with the pot stickers! All in all the food was good.

great thai food, sushi, and cocktails at very reasonable prices--and in a cool neighborhood, right in the heart of a lively strip. we had the nicest, most patient server, justin. ALSO: i left my sweater behind, then had to leave town the next day and the manager, thanes, agreed to mail it to me (i reimbursed him, of course), which he promptly did. he was so kind and helpful. please support this business; it's rare these days to find tasty food and great service run by ethical, hardworking people.

I love Surin West! My family and I have been dining here for years. My favorite is Super Crunch sushi. The fried catfish is delicious. Excellent service. An awesome venue for celebrations too!

Surin is a frequent go-to when I'm craving flavor and spice. The lunch menu in particular is a decent value but limited selection (although many of my favorites are on there). Some of my favorite appetizers include the basil rolls, the chicken larb, and the Surin baskets. The basil rolls are fragrant and served with a delicious dipping sauce. The chicken larb is mildly spicy ground chicken served with cabbage leaves, and the portion is large enough to be an entree for one if you prefer that to a shareable appetizer. The Surin baskets are unique--little pastry cups filled with a mixture of minced shrimp and chicken with corn, onion, and cilantro then topped with a honey peanut cucumber sauce--the result is an explosion of flavor in your mouth, a perfect amuse-bouche to prime your expectations for the meal to follow. I have several favorite entrees that I typically stick with, depending on my mood. The spicy beef salad is nutritious, filling, and flavorful; I typically ask for it extra spicy. The chicken noodle bowl is great on a cold day. The pad prik is a spicy stir fry in which you choose your protein (chicken, pork, beef, shrimp, tofu). The chicken panang is a great spicy curry, but if you prefer non-spicy, stick with the masaman chicken, which is peanut-based. The Thai BBQ chicken is a large meal that some could split into two servings. Another special entree is the nom tok beef, which has a similar flavor to spicy beef salad but is served with rice and cabbage leaves. Depending on what you order, your meal may come with a cup of spicy coconut soup. This is worth ordering on its own, as it is a savory and flavorful bowl of comfort (and not actually very spicy). Surin also serves sushi, but it's nothing special. If I'm craving sushi I'm going somewhere else; I come to Surin for the fragrant flavors and spices of Thai-style cuisine.

If you're around Birmingham and enjoy Thai food Surin West is a spot you shouldn't miss. Clean and crisp describe both the atmosphere and the service. The food is wonderful, although the spice has been pulled back to a more Americanized pallets. Now there's nothing left to do but go get ya some

Delicious food. We got here at 6 pm on a Saturday before a show so no wait. Love this place!

Whenever I need some ''me" time, I head to the bar at Surin. Located in the bustling Southside of town, give yourself time to find a park, especially if you're coming during lunchtime. The restaurant is dimly lit, despite the huge front windows. There's tables, booths, and bar seating so it's great for a family dinner or date night. I also catch up on some reading while I eat and have see others doing the same so it's a pretty chill vibe. My favorites are the Thai noodle, fried catfish, and egg rolls. The coconut soup is good as well and free when you dine in during lunch. I try a different martini each visit and the lemon drop is my fav. They also have good sushi and curry; there's a lot to love on their menu. You may catch Gray behind the bar, he's great for drink recommendations and checks in often. You can also order online for pickup or deli

watery tasteless Veg Thai medley. Had to flag down a waiter after no one came to take orders after 15 mi

Surin West is wonderful! Fresh sushi, good food and great drinks. It's a little dim in there, bring your glasses if you need them. The service wasn't fast or slow. Staff was friendly. Super convenient if you're going to Birmingham Festival Theatre!

Ordered Thai noodle or Pad Thai and it had no taste. The shrimp had a weird texture and tasted old. Took one bite and couldn't eat any more of it.

First off, Surin West is located in what looked like the downtown area so keep your spidey senses up and if you're feeling generous keep a dollar handy for the street entertainment *side eye* Anywho, walking in you will see traditional decor throughout from the color palette to art work. The host was a but distracted and not on post but I waited patiently. Checking in on YELP I received a $10 off coupon (not applicable to drinks) so I basically got lunch completely free -- THANK YOU YELP!! But in true J fashion I ordered a drink and a second lunch because I heard the food was just that good AND they have some pretty well priced lunch specials!!! Calista was amazing!!! She provided great customer service and conversation. Make sure you request her on your visit! Food wise, I started off with crab angels. Pretty typical. But the show stoppers were definitely the Succulent Catfish and the BBQ Chicken! When I tell you that little sauce provided for the fish was the perfect compliment to the lightly fried fish and white rice, I almost ordered another round -- but the BBQ Chicken took the cake! FALL OFF THE BONE you hear me!! I was able to break the chicken apart with my fork and the flavor was there!! If you're wondering what I got to drink -- pomegranate martini! A must! Let me know if you make your way over. It was worth it! Reel coming soon. @withgratitude_j

Still hits the spot even after so many years. Crunch roll is and always be supreme. Their coconut soup too. I've had both these items and many places but no one does it quite like them. This review is just for these two items I had tonight. Huge fan of their beefy noodles.

The spicy coconut soup and egg rolls are always a hit. The staff are amazing and the service is always great!!

We had a late night where neither of us wanted to cook, so we quickly ordered takeout. I loved my pad see u, but my husband felt his pad Thai was a little dry. Crab rangoons were good but not the best we've had. Overall solid choice for last minute takeout, albeit a little pricey.

I always order to go from this location. Street parking is available but it's normally crowded in the area. Inside is nice, orders are always ready when I arrive. My go to meal is the Thai bbq chicken, I order the lunch special. Highly recommend

Lunch at surin is the absolute best! They have the best coconut soup that comes with a lunch entree! I was get the khao man gi - that has the best ginger sauce, honestly it's absolutely the best in my opinion. My husband gets the sushi and the curry dish; he has been thrilled with it! Service is always on point and the ambiance is perfect for a lunch crowd!

Recently went here from a birthday dinner. love the little lights in this place nice intimate setting. My wife and I will be back! It's a few other thing in the menu that caught our eye just couldn't order it on on that night.

The burgers are top notch and boy do they know how to make waffle fries. Next on my list is the Strawberry "Surin" Shake 10/10 recommend

I love Asian food, so I was excited to give Surin West a try. The ambience is really nice. It is a very spacious restaurant with lots of seating and Asian decor. The menu is full of Asian cuisine and several options if you love sushi. There is also a full-service bar if you want a drink or cocktail. Our server was very attentive and the food was served quickly and it was hot fresh and delicious. I will definitely visit Surin West again.

Great local spot in Birmingham for some authentic Thai cuisine. I think this spot perfectly balances elegant and casual dining. Lunch specials galore! I always suggest the Pad Thai but recently I have ventured out to the Spicy Beef Salad (not that spicy in my opinion for someone that doesn't handle spice well). In addition, they have a great happy hour selection! A great variety of wines and Asian-based spirits. This location has a parking lot in the back lot adjacent to the restaurant so you can always find a parking spot if the street gets busy. Lastly, they are great at accomodating large groups. I had a group of 15 people here for a birthday dinner and they were extremely helpful in adjusting a private room for everyone. The servers are professional and well-versed in their menus. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants in the five points entertainment district! A frequent spot for great food!

We come to Surin pretty regularly for lunch and have always enjoyed their food. Their chicken noodle bowl, barbecue chicken, and duck are some of our regular go-to. I always enjoy the coconut soup that comes with the lunch as well. Lunch price is reasonable for what you get. I cannot speak to their dinner menu as far as the food quality or the price since we never go for dinner.‍ I have been coming to Surin for years now and never left a review just because it's not new to us. However, I jumped on here to leave a review today to give a shout-out to the host, Josh. He is super friendly and helpful!! I asked for a more secluded table if possible (pandemic and all....) as the restaurant was pretty busy when I went in for lunch at 1 pm. He made the effort of moving a table for me to the corner, got hollered at by a waitress for moving the table not realizing he was being helpful, and just let the waitress' attitude slide right off of him. I really appreciated his positive attitude and he was the highlight of my meal! He's an asset to the restaurant and I hope they appreciate him.

The sushi was underwhelming. The shrimp tempura had TEENY TINY pieces. I've never had a roll without the tail on it. The Salmon roll had a SLIVER of salmon. Service was spotty, but I wouldn't return.

After touring the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, and enjoying the Japanese gardens, we were starving and hankering for some Asian cuisine. Yelp led us here, and I'm so happy it did. This place is so good! The parking here is dicey sometimes, so find the lot just behind the restaurant that is a dedicated parking space for this restaurant. A short walk through a well-lit alleyway leads you to the restaurant. We went at an off time, after the normal lunch rush, and only found about 5 tables full. The restaurant was quiet, which was perfect for us. We were seated quickly and helped by the nicest waitress. Service was impeccable our entire visit. We ordered Thai teas all around, which were strong and not too sweet. So refreshing! The appetizers were incredible. We sampled Dim Sum, dainty dumplings filled with a mixture of pork, chicken and shrimp. These were so delicious! I loved all of the different textures of the meats. The egg rolls were perfectly crispy and fried to perfection with a tender and flavorful interior. The crab angels were like a crab rangoon, but this is the best version I've had, so creamy and tender. For lunch, I chose a lunch special of Khoa Man Gai. This is crispy tempura chicken strips with a garlic ginger sauce with white rice. The chicken was perfectly cooked and seasoned flavorfully. The dipping sauce made my mouth pucker, in a good way! It came with a bowl of Tofu coconut soup that was amazing, and I'm not a fan of tofu. For the quality of food we received, I felt like this was a well-priced restaurant. I'd go back in a heartbeat!

My chicken curry noodle bowl for lunch was the perfect amount to satisfy my rumbling tummy and delicious! As I write this review, sitting at home, near dinner time, I wish I had taken the server's suggestion to take home the leftover sauce, as it would have been excellent on some fresh cooked rice. The dim sum appetizer had 4 dumplings and the dipping sauce was perfect blend of vinegar, sweetness, and salty. My lunch companions enjoyed their Thai noodles (pad Thai). The restaurant was big so there was plenty of room to social distance.

I went here with a group and I was so happy with our service and our food. We were staying at a hotel down the hill and we were able to walk up the hill to the restaurant. (They also have parking space behind the restaurant dedicated for them). It is located in the five points entertainment district! We had 8 people in our group and they were able to seat us all at a table in the 2nd room. I even was able to use my $10 off $40 from YELP. What a bonus. The waitress was very helpful and accommodated all the requests. We had a variety of foods from the rolls to salad to pad thai and more. Some people ordered thai bbq chicken, coconut soup, sashimi and more. We also had Dim Sum, dumplings filled with a mixture of pork, chicken and shrimp. These were so delicious!The egg rolls were perfectly crispy and fried to perfection with a tender and flavorful interior. The crab angels were like a crab rangoon, but this is the best version I've had, so creamy and tender. It definitely is a great local spot in Birmingham for authentic Thai cuisine. Very well priced and I would go back again when visiting Birmingham!

I used to live Surin but it's been probably 15 years since I've been back... it's changed. And not for the better. We started with the Baskets. These were disassembled - 6 bite-sized cups, a chicken and corn "mash" and a sweet vinegar sauce. It tasted better than it looked (it looked more like canned tuna with corn). We all ordered the chicken spicy coconut soup. Why do Thai restaurants in Alabama have such dry chicken?? This hasn't been my experience anywhere else, including in Thailand. The mushrooms and broth were good - but the chicken wasn't. The green onions / cilantro were non-existent. We ordered 3 sushi rolls - and didn't finish any of them. * bagel role: this is why people don't like lox. It was super-fishy smelling, lacked any flavor and too much cream cheese. Again, missing the scallions. * super crunch: this has been a stable at Surin for the last 20 years. I do t know if it's changed or my memory of it has. But I wouldn't order it again. * wasabi maki: the sauce is like a gooey mess. The variety of fish should make this roll delicious. But nope. Slimy old product. We didn't eat more than 1 piece each. Finally we tried the Thai Noodle with shrimp and chicken. It was a mushy example of Pad Thai. There were 2 shrimp and more dry chicken. The highlight was our server. She was all smiles and quick to refill our water (and the reason why this review is 2 stars). Other sushi spots around town didn't have a table - which is how we ended here. But we won't be back.

I normally love this place, last night when I ordered chicken pad Thai it had an unrealistic amount of chicken in it and the chicken wasn't very good. The service is always great. I will go back but I'm hoping to better food next time.

We love coming here for lunch specials and dinner as well! The food is great and so is the location. Friendly service & warm atmosphere!

Love the ambiance and the food there is phenomenal! Their 11am - 2:30pm lunch menu is the best - all their lunch menu comes with a complimentary Thai coconut soup

My last review wasn't all that great due to the food I received but I've since gone back a few times and each time has been better. I hate that I've discovered all gems of what to eat now that I no longer work close by. The coconut soup IS TO DIE FOR. If you dine in during lunch you get a cup free but it's so good no matter when you go try it. I went Friday for dinner with my partner and she loved it so much we went back today (Tuesday) before her flight out. I had the Ka Proud Lamb with Shrimp Fried Rice. I asked for it to be cooked medium. My food was quite good but I was disappointed in the cut of the lamb chops. They were literally one bite each and I was given 4 bones. That was quite sad. The rice was good and it comes with 2 big shrimp in it. The sauce that it's served with can either be too salty or too sweet so taste it first before pouring it on your food. She had the Garlic Scallops. Her food was delicious. The scallops were HUGE and cooked perfectly. She had no complaints at all. The veggies it was served with were fresh and and steamed to her liking. She didn't love that her dish came with white rice and she ended up eating half of mine but she was very impressed with Surin as this was her first visit here. We both ordered drinks. She had a dirty martini and I had a pear - grapefruit martini (I think) and they were not made for the weak. We loved them. We were bummed that our waiter didn't let us know when last call for the bar was bcus we wanted another round of these.

I love Thai food, and although I prefer more homey and "hole in the wall" type of places to try out ethnic food, I can honestly say that Surin West is a home runner. I've been here a couple of times after I tried the Chicken Pad Thai noodles (pictured here) and I have yet to be disappointed. The Panang Chicken is also a really good try! They have a great happy hour on M-F from 5p-7p which includes $3 appetizers, $4 glasses of wine and $15 bottles of wines. They also have a lunch menu with reduced prices. Additionally, their martini menu is amazing, and they have a fully stocked bar with all of your favorites. The atmosphere is very chill yet a little upscale, and the servers have all been great and well mannered. I would totally recommend this place to anyone who is looking for good happy hour specials, or someone who is looking to try out Thai food for the first time, or someone who is an Asian food enthusiast like myself.

Drinks were great. Before joining the party, My husband ordered a martini which as he said, from a half seated bar scene, took 15 min. Crazy!!! We were in a party room that went from a reserved 20 ppl... to 30 within the hour. Not fun but throw a food runner/manager on it. Took 30 min to get sodas but 10 min for 4 cocktails. Finally went to the host stand after the wait for sodas and the nicest waiter helped us and ended up being the second waiter in our party. The manager spoke like he was blown away 10 more people showed up. IMHO even in a private event (which something always happens) of anything over 14, their should always be 2 waiters or a trainee/asst wait staff. I've been a hostess off/on for 20 years now and while I appreciate the drink service, management is either overwhelmed or has no idea how to manage a large party.. maybe there was some managerial debacle in the dining room that I wasn't seeing while I was taking empty plates to sushi bar, asking where soups were, etc. I haven't been in years but still Great food, poor management this time....? Unless that's the protocol here or in southside in general these days?