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Arterra
Arterra™, meaning “art of the earth,” serves American food accented with an eclectic blend of over 300 American wines. The distinctive atmosphere of Arterra evokes a comfortable yet elegant feel with the exhibition kitchen displaying a perfect view of the chefs at work. Arterra specializes in contemporary seasonal cuisine that reflects the diversity of American cooking culture: updated, refined and intensely flavorful. Produce, meats, poultry, fish, game and other products are harvested or hand-selected by local ranchers, farmers and fishermen exclusively for Arterra.
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23 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 23 reviews
5 stars
(4)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(6)
- fit for foodies(5)
- great for lunch(5)
- good for groups(3)
- notable wine list(2)
- great for brunch(1)
Arterra Reviews List
Review 1 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious fancy food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Although on the pricey side the food was uniquely delicious and very imaginative! The service was outstanding & the staff was friendly. We made our reservation ahead of time & we were seated immediately. The food is what my husband calls "fancy" so it was perfect for our anniversary! Portions were adequate and wine list extensive. Expensive but worth the money."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Too my mother to Arterra for Mother's Day. The buffet was way overpriced and the food was mediocre. I was disappointed with the service as well as the quality of food. It was subpar and not worth the ridiculous amount of money I spent for three. I will no longer be going to Arterra, nor will I recommend the restaurant to anyone. Very disappointed."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place to eat- always
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great place to eat- always consistent!"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Arterra service wanting
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was not great. My cuban was tolerable but my companion's steak salad was inedible. What killed me was the service. We waited for over 30 minutes to get our food after we ordered. I have avoided Arterra of late because of the terrible service. The manager I spoke with was kind enough to comp our lunch and that will earn them one last chance to impress me. I am not sanguine about the outcome."
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Review 5 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Typical hotel bar restaurant.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Typical hotel bar restaurant. Decent scotch and sushi is all that saves this place"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2013
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Review 6 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It has been a while since
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It has been a while since we went there. But the food got really good. It was a little too noisy..."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2006
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Review 7 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I will not be returning to
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I will not be returning to this restaurant."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2009
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Review 8 for Arterra
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very average. Went for restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very average. Went for restaurant week and the main course was good, but not on the regular menu (sea bass). Appetizer was also good - bacon wrapped dates. Dessert was just ok. Restaurant was loud. Wine list is not very good and a bit pricey."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2005
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Arterra
Based on the average of (15) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic