"Eh"

Alright, I officially have a massive headache from work (really from my new headband that I bought) and have decided that I should take a well needed break.

I can't believe it's already Monday! After a great (and short) weekend in Pittsburgh, it's hard to say hello to this cold and dreary Monday. The only thing I'm looking forward to is exploring new restaurants (and getting manis and facials) with Risa Masuda this coming weekend! I can't wait!

But before I jump too far ahead, I can't leave this weekend unnoticed. Eric and I went to a number of places, some old and some new, but we definitely left every place with a comment (good and bad).

This past Sunday (wait, was it really just yesterday??), Theta had their initiation. 32 new sisters!!! Without giving too much away, I was able to be part of initiation this year and I was so happy to see all the faces of my new sisters!

Before I headed off to Theta, Eric and I decided to grab some quick breakfast at Bagel Factory in Squirrel Hill- or what we thought would be quick.

Bagel Factory holds a special place in my heart, I don't exactly know why I like this place, as I've had some pretty awful experiences here, but I guess I never learn and I always go back.

One time I went with my mom and they messed up a simple order, charged us incorrectly and then refused to give us the money back for the correct order because I "should have noticed the mistake earlier". Sorry for expecting my cashiers to be competent at pushing the buttons on that complicated machine, you're right, I guess it was my fault.

The interesting thing about Bagel Factory is that there is a separate line to place your order and then a separate line to actually pay for the food you've just ordered. I guess this could work out to their benefit- but not yesterday- it took over 30 minutes to get through this system. How awful. Eric even noticed some individuals getting their food before reaching the cashier, and so they just left. Good planning Bagel Factory!

Yesterday Eric and I waited 15 minutes to place our simple orders of bacon egg and cheese and oatmeal. Pretty impatient due to the fact that I had intiation in an hour, I was even more anxious than normal to stuff my face with some food. After finally placing the order, Eric had to wait another 15 minutes in line to pay for our food. What a joke!

I got the food before Eric even got done with the line (and I eat slow) and we didn't get to really spend anytime together in the morning since I was sitting at a table eating and he was in line for 30 minutes, waiting.

Is the food worth it, you ask?

As in the famous words of Mr.Bruner: "eh". I dont really find that there is anything special about this place, I just think that people are intrigued by the variety of bagels and decent food this early in the morning that they are willing to put up with the incompetent staff.

All in all, Bagel Factory is a good place to grab some decent food in the morning- but there are some incompetent people working back there which really kills the experience. But I guess there is something about that place that makes me forget, and I always end up going back! I guess it's my fault for putting myself through all this misery and I shouldn't complain huh? :)

And now my headache is back, thank you again Bagel Factory.

Price: $

Ambiance: B

Service: C

Food: B+