I've been wanting to try Pushkin for a while. My h...

I've been wanting to try Pushkin for a while. My heart fluttered when I read their posted menu outside. Sometimes it's nice treating yourself when you're dining alone. The posted menu noted a pre-fixe theatre offering. I readied my palate for a grand experience.

I was given a table in back at 5:15PM. I sat on a comfortable bench cushioned with plush pillows. All tables but the one I was seated was lined with a white table cloth. The server arrived and asked for my beverage choice. I excused myself to the bathroom. The bathroom is very nice, but the door is equally as heavy. I took my time, because they need to add a tablecloth to my table. However, I returned to an unadorned table. This was the first disappointment. The next disappointment left my mouth dry. Where is my drink? I waited while the server made eye contact and passed by the table at least 3 times until he returned with a drink I ordered at least 10 minutes ago. When the water finally arrived, I ordered vanilla tea. It was presented beautifully.

For dinner, I had the Original "Pojarsky", which consisted of veal & chicken cutlets, housemade crouton crust. This was delicious. It's normally served with mushroom sauce, but I requested it on the side. A side of crisp potatoes come with the piece of mashed up meat. The Pojarsky is delicious and beautifully presented. Along with the entree, I ordered Asparagus with hollandaise sauce on the side. The green and white Asparagus stalks were cooked perfectly.

It's safe to say the food is delicious and presented in a fine dining manner. And lots of Yelpers are excited to try Brasserie Pushkin. Yet, there is no excuse for poor service. I was SO DISAPPOINTED about the service and overall experience. I was looking for a joyful and memorable experience and was let down time and again. Why was my table the only table without a table cloth after 5:00PM? Why did it take at 10 minutes for water to arrive? Why did the server not offer a stool for my purse (this is only the plight of the 1%), but everyone else was offered a stool? After dinner, I just wanted to leave. I wanted to try the desserts, but the service my dinner with a sour taste in my mouth.

I've worked in the service industry for many years. I understand how it feels to work all day on one's feet and for that reason, I think 20% tip is the minimum. I've been sticking to this ratio for years. However, with the disgusting service, I left only 15%. My hope is that management really strives to fulfill the hype and expectation for many years by improving their service and diners' experiences. However, they did not live up to mine.