Totally recommend this place, but make sure to make RSVPs. Our dinner for four people included appetizer of calamari and main entrees of oxtail with coconut rice, baked salmon, and pasta dish. Paintings on the walls are all gorgeous, restaurant owner Alvin is friendly, interactive. Some key areas of improvement: Service staff at times seem to rush diners, taking empty plates and utensils swiftly, and asking far too often if we were finished with our meals. Service staff could be heard bickering in the rear of the restaurant, near the kitchen /restroom area. Additionally, the men's restroom was completely trashed, needed a cleaning.
Alvin and Friends is the type of restaurant I really love to eat at. The host, Alvin, comes to each table to great guests when they come in and is so personable and lovely. We had the pleasure of having him sit with us when we finished the meal. He wanted to know what we thought of the food and service and chatted with us for awhile. The paintings surrounding us on the walls were all painted by him so there is plenty to talk about with him. On the way out, he bid us all farewell with nice comments and a kiss on the cheek and a warm hug. We really felt like we made a new friend, in addition to having an exquisite meal!
I would recommend Alvin and Friends although my food was subpar at Brunch. I had the Chicken and Waffles which the chicken was soo bland. My friend had the Jerk Chicken omelet which was good. Our server was amazing. Quick and helpful. Out water glasses were always full. We didn't have to call him for anything he just knew. The service is amazing!!
Superb in all respects. Nice ambiance, excellent service, unique and tasty selections, amiable host/owner, attentive service, and pleasant background professional jazz. What a way to spend a Sunday brunch! Had heard excellent things about the place, but this was our first visit. NOT the last!
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Perfection personified! Scrumptious food, friendly service, beautiful paintings on the walls and amazing music. Would love to see Sonny Hostin’s Spanish Lasagna on the menu. I rate this restaurant 10 stars out of 5 Thx, Nori and Steve
I visited for Sunday brunch, and the food was excellent. There was a jazz band performing, and they were fantastic as well. I will definitely return for brunch, and my wife and I are excited to potentially try their dinner menu.
As usual, our experience at Alvin's was outstanding. The collard greens have noticeably improved, which is quite impressive. I intend to return in just a few weeks.
Food always delicious. Very friendly waiters. Great jazz group. And as always Alvin so welcoming and gracious. A great place all around
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Great food and atmosphere! Alvin' s restaurant is great place to go for dinner or drinks.
The venue and service were excellent, but the menu could use some improvement.
Alvin’s 8 Oz. Hamburger And French Fries
Grilled Polenta And Portabella Mushrooms
Sweet Plantains Foster French Toast
Smoked Turkey Sauteed Vegetables
Alvin’s Famous Chicken Wings
Vegan Burger With Avocado
Mini Bite-Size Crab Cakes
