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  BOTTOM LINE:
  The cutesy concept of 'bites' equals child size portions at adult prices. Yes the food is very good. But, I would not go back because of the ridiculous portion size to price ratio.
  
  SERVICE: Friendly & attentive. Forgot one thing for a table of six. Kitchen was very slow.
  FOOD: Delicious - though portion size leaves you hungry
  
  REVIEW:
  I Went with a group of 6 on a Tuesday around 5:30. There were very few other people there.
  
  Most of us were very happy with the quality of the food. Salads were delicious. Chicken was tender and delicious. Ribeye was fairly tender and tasty. Calimari were outstanding for anywhere, but especially for a place in the desert. Meatloaf was good.
  
  The waitress was pleasant and friendly. The chef even came out and chatted w/ us.
  Only one mix up, my appetizer was delivered with my meal after I specifically requested it to come before.
  
  But, for the place to be so empty the service was oddly slow. Very slow. It could be a good sign that everything is made fresh to order and perfectly timed for the whole table. But, if the restaurant were full, I can't imagine feeding everyone at 30 minutes per table to wait for their order.
  
  My one big complaint is the portion size. They are getting cute with the whole 'bites' concept. Perhaps if someone really wants a Child size portion this place is a good choice. But, I prefer a real portion size for a meal. The meals are too big to order 2 and too small to fully satisfy one person. Ideally I guess a group would order several things and share. But, the 'meals' come out as complete meals w/ entree and veg, so would be odd to share. The prices are also what you would expect to pay for an adult size portion of food.
  
  What really ripped it off though was the tiny cheesecake for desert. Yes they were delicious and made in house. But, they were just two bites per slice. The price though was what you would pay for a real full sized piece somewhere else. Okay to be fair you get 3 of the tiny slices per order. It still doesn't equal a real slice of cheesecake. And there is something different about eating a tiny slice compared to a big slice. I'm an adult and  I'll take the bigger one thanks.
  
  If you just want to drink and have something small, then this is Your place. I think the concept would work well in a more downtown or city local, but not in a primarily suburban area.

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  Posted on 07.12.13 Candace L.

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  I love M5!!!  Great place to meet my real estate clients or come hang out after work alone and continue working. It's one of the few places in town I feel comfortable showing up alone.  The bartenders are awesome. Will make me any drink or suggest a drink according to my tastes. Marci has done a great job with this building. Appetizers are super yummy too and the live music nights are awesome! Dance floor rocks!

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  Posted on 04.04.13 Emily C.

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  In town on business, this place was recommended to us by our client.
  
  The atmosphere is really something, unlike anything else in town. The staff is very friendly and attentive. Very extensive cocktail list, and everything we tried was well made and they certainly don't skimp on the spirits.
  
  The food. Oh God, the food. We ordered a wide selection of small plates and sampled everything between four of us. Everything we had was absolutely perfect. I highly recommend the stuffed figs and the calamari. I normally don't like calamari because it can end up rubbery when it isn't done properly, but this calamari was perfection. Definitely check this place out.

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  Posted on 02.08.13 Katie R.

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