I've known about MG for several years and have heard good and bad things about it. My husband and I finally went to MG last weekend and were so very disappointed. Our request for a set of ""clean"" silverware apparently proved taxing and burdensome for the wait staff. We ordered seafood that arrived at the table, tepid. We sent the plates back and after 20 minutes, received warmer food, which appeared to have been ""slung"" on the plates lacking any kind of presentation. \r
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My husband and I don't ask for much when we go out to eat and we always overlook minor gaffes in service or quality because restaurant work is hard and even the best chefs can have an off night or dish. However, when the service is bad, food is mediore, and you're made to feel as if you're unwelcome, it's inexcusable. \r
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I've read several of the bad reviews that MG has received on this website, and, unfortunately, I'll have to add another one. If the Barkers are actually reading what I would call consistently negative comments, one would think that they would take steps to address them. \r
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It's sad that a restaurant of MG's caliber just can't live up to it's reputation. Thankfully, there are an increasing number of far superior restaurants in Durham. Let's hope that MG will redeem itself in the future in light of the increased competition.
Pros: Clean floors.
Cons: Low marks on service, but high marks on self-importance. Tepid food.
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