Dark Star Saloon Cafe - Fredericksburg

We visited Valentine's Day dinner. they eat was spectacular! as expected they were very busy. this allowed much time to talk and enjoy live music. the personal was friendly and attentive. though stressed by the big turn. the owner/upper even came out to help and talk to guests. this is a great place!

Don't waste your time or your money. poor service. eating bad. unorganized overpriced.

The problem here was on Valentines Day: This is where the problem occurred we called in advance and questioned the individual that has answered. Of course we had called other establishments nearby with a similar ambiance and menu. We have frequented this establishment before but not over Valentines day. My wife asked what were the specials pricing of certain dishes being served that evening but no fixed prices were discussed she reserved the table of 6. So our Father on a fixed income and sister-in law and husband showed as well 6 total. Once seated we looked at the menu to find that each person Valentines meal was going to be fixed. 75.00 bucks ridiculous never going back we were flummoxed and fleeced. We could have left yes but at 6:00 pm and leave to only look for other menus???

Our reservation was confirmed twice yet the restuarant was closed when we arrived. There was no notice or attempt to contact us. The owner was unapologetic and made a thin attempt to save face by offering a free dessert next time we come in. We looked forward to trying Dark Star for the first time as we had heard the food is great and atmosphere appealing. There will be no next time as we will not waste another opportunity for a date night away from our young kids at Dark Star, which is a shame because we are a short walk away. First impressions are everything and this one was a dud.

They were clearly unprepared for restaurant week, as several items were no longer available, but the service was great, and the food we had was absolutely fantastic. We went for dinner, for which I'll go back, but I am really excited to go back for breakfast and try those waffles!