Sippin Santa - Prairie Village

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   LisaH

   Kansas City

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 28, 2022

   overall2food4service3ambience3

   I guess I should have read the fine print. Seven dollars per person to reserve a spot when there were plenty of walk-in spots available that cost no money. I asked what we would get with the 7 dollars and was told the pleasure of having a reserved seat. Food and drinks were good but 21 dollars to get a table when it wasn't busy is a rip-off. Other places give appetizers as a part of the reservation fee.
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 29, 2022Lisa our apologizes. We definitely do not want you to feel ripped off, please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen so we can make this right for you.
   

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   LisaK

   Kansas City

   2 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on December 27, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Dinner was fun. Drinks were magical. Decorations loads of fun. Hoping to go back to Sippin Santa next year!
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 29, 2022We're so glad you had a good time. Come back soon!
   

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   Keri

   Kansas City

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on December 24, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Decor and theme were super cute. Food and service were excellent!
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 29, 2022Thank you Keri. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to your next visit!
   

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   PaigeP

   Kansas City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 23, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Great experience. Wonderful drinks and amazing food!
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 26, 2022Thank you PaigeP! We're really grateful and appreciate you taking the time to share your rating with us.
   

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5. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Hawaii

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 22, 2022

   overall2food4service4ambience1

   First, our waiter did a great job and the food was the normal delicious Taco Republic fare. BUT—and it’s a big but—we paid $28 (for two adults and two kids) to reserve a table and it was not busy when we arrived.The decor was disappointing and not up to the level of other pop-up Christmas bars. I still like Taco Republic for the food, but do not go there for Sippin’ Santa.
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 29, 2022Thank you for the kind words. We appreciate you coming and and taking the time to give us feedback. Please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen so we have a chance to make this right.
   

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   Gina

   Kansas City

   1 review

   2.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 21, 2022

   overall2food2service2ambience3

   Yeah I’ll be honest, it was a pretty rough experience. The food was subpar, came out fast but one of the salsa tasted like marinara sauce and the rest of the food didn’t really have flavor. The service was great to start and they had to switch wait staff (which didn’t bother us) but drinks took a really long time to come out and were inconsistent. The pricing for the quality were not on the same level. We also wait for about 30 minutes to get our check and I had to go to the bar to ask them to find our waitress. Not likely to go again but their cups and ascetic were super cute!
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 26, 2022Hi Gina. Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We're sorry your experience didn't match your expectations. This is an uncommon instance and we will do better in the future. Please reach out to info@tacorepublickitchen with any further comments, concerns or suggestions. We would love to make things right if you give us another chance.
   

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   KristinE

   Kansas City

   16 reviews

   4.0

   16 reviews

   Dined on December 19, 2022

   overall4food5service5ambience4

   Our waitress was so overwhelmed but so very nice! Food came out quick and hot. Drinks were strong. Not sure what the reservation fee was for. The place just seemed to be decorated for Christmas. I was under the impression the pop Up bar was set aside in a place of the restaurant that was more intentionally decorated. But we were just in the place like everyone else. Super annoyed that we paid a fee for that. Go eat at taco Republic! But not for the pop up bar.
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you for the kind words and 4 star review Kristin. We apologize for any misunderstandings or miscommunications in your booking process. We'd love to make this up to you. Could you please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen?
   

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   seanw

   Kansas City

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 18, 2022

   overall3food3service5ambience3

   Service was very good. Except for some decorating there was nothing Christmas about it. No holiday music, they had football on. The staff was in sweats, they were out of a couple of the drinks... I like Taco Republic for the food, but Sippin Santa was a bust.
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you for taking the time to review us Sean. We apologize that we did not meet your expectations. Would you email us at info@tacorepublickitchen?
   

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   CindiJ

   Kansas City

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 18, 2022

   overall1food1service2ambience1

   This fee for our reservation was a waste of money. We we are still wondering what that fee was for. We were seated at one of the two occupied tables at the restaurant. The food was cold. The staff was not at all helpful. The most disappointing aspect of this luncheon was the fact there was nothing about Christmas at this location. There were not Christmas decorations set up for the event. It was just filled with Hawaiian luau decor. Very disappointing and a waste of money. Will spread the word to friends and family because I feel like the $36 reservation fee would be spent in a better situation! Waste of money!
   

   Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you Cindi. Your reservation fee was to secure your reservation. I apologize for any misunderstanding. Would you be willing to provide us more details via email? We'd like to hear more and have the chance to make it up to you if you could email info@tacorepublickitchen.
   

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    JessicaH

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall4food5service4ambience4

    Cute pop up Christmas drinks, little on the pricey side. All the drinks were tasty. Our service wasn’t the best we didn’t receive some of our drinks and he took a long time to get back to our table. Fun Christmas gathering place.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Hi Jessica, thank you for taking the time to review our Tiki-tastic Sippin Santa pop up! We appreciate your honest feedback. Please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen so we have a chance to make this 4 star a 5 star.
    

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11. KM

    KarlaM

    Kansas City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience3

    Not real "Christmas-y" but cute. Drinks were not that good and overpriced. We tried 3 different ones (I had to send one back as it had such a rank aftertaste) ones and we would not have ordered, any of them, again. Did not try any food.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Karla - we are disappointed to hear about your less than fabulous experience. If you would like, we'd love to get you back in. Could you email us at info@tacorepublickitchen?
    

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    LesaC

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful service and ambience. The drinks were delightful and the tacos were delicious. Love the tiki Christmas theme! I would totally do this again.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you Lesa! Reviews like this are what keep us feeling nice and toasty in this frigid weather. We can't wait to see you again.
    

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13. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall1food3service4ambience2

    Was disappointing. After spending $14 for the reservation only to arrive at the restaurant at 6 on Friday and it wasn’t busy- should have taken my chances and not paid. The drinks were pricy and there was no credit from the reservation. Atmosphere was loud and had Christmas lights to go with the theme-Over priced - wanna- be pop up, save your money.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 26, 2022Thank you for your review. I'm sorry to hear you had a frustrating experience. We set a high standard for ourselves, and we’re so sorry to hear this was not met in your interaction with our business. If you have time to provide more feedback, please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen
    

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    Maxaya

    Kansas City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Overall, very decent. Good food, nice staff, cute decor. I had reserved high-top seating, but there were no high top tables. Not a big deal obviously, just weird that it was an option to reserve that (we have a tall family) when they didn't have them. Also, it's $7/person for the Christmas decor. I know it's to be donated, but still, $15 dollar drinks, no holiday music, and fairly meek (still cute! but not really amazing) holiday decor doesn't seem to be a fair payoff for that much. So overall, no major complaints, but I think I would have gone to a more lavishly decorated with slightly cheaper holiday drinks for that price.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you for visiting us and taking the time to provide feedback. I'm sorry we didn't meet your expectations. I have forwarded your review to our management. We appreciate your constructive criticism and hope to see you again soon!
    

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    RyanB

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    Worst experience tonight in PV. I just want my $14 reservation money back. The bar area smelled like dirty bleach mop water. The bartender tried to make me a drink with hot water from the night before.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Ryan, we are sorry for your experience and have fixed the smell issue. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Could you please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen and give us more details on your hot drink?
    

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    ChristyH

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall2food5service3ambience2

    Really loud and not very much “Christmas pop up”. We were also stuck at a booth/table that was uneven. Just not great for the price.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022I'm so sorry to hear about this disappointing experience. If you would like to provide more details or give us the opportunity to make this right, please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen
    

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    Foodiediner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 10, 2022

    overall3food4service1ambience2

    Good drinks, 30 minute wait even with reservation.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Oh no! We're so sorry. Please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen so we can try to make this right for you.
    

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    Awful

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 7, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience3

    Not sure what the $7pp “ticket” gets you??? Tables weren’t full and there were plenty of walk ins that didn’t pay for any ticket
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022Thank you for taking the time to submit a review. We would love more information on your reservation. Please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen
    

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    ChristineE

    Kansas City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience1

    This should not be sold as a pop up... its more like a sub par decorated fast food joint.
    

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    BethE

    Kansas City

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4

    Upon arrival,,my friend and I were seated by the front door. Not only was it busy but that meant the door opened frequently letting in a brisk breeze. We along with another couple asked to me moved. This was accommodated which made the evening much more enjoyable. The food was good. The specialty drinks were just a bit to complex for my taste. I stuck to a margarita. The wait staff was fabulous. We enjoyed the delft booth, that was a touch of fun To pay $7 to eat at a restaurant is a bit crazy. Glad we tried it, would i be back? No.
    

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    CarrieM

    Kansas City

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 3, 2022

    overall2food3service4ambience2

    I was disappointed to see many people just wandering in without reservations. There were families with small children. Everyone was seated randomly around. So no special place to sit, no special menu for those who PAID to get in. We were charged $7 a person for the “opportunity” to eat the same food and drink as folks who walked in off the street. Not worth it. It is lacking a LOT compared to the holiday experience you get from other pop ups. The server was very nice. The gentleman manning the front desk was kind. The holiday drinks were average as was the food.
    

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall3food3service5ambience4

    The atmosphere, and the staff were absolutely wonderful! Our server was super fun, and we felt very cared for throughout the night. My only complaint is having to make the deposit for the reservation. I can understand with many pop-up bars, wanting to be careful with reservations. However, the evening we were there the place was not crowded at all. Definitely did not require a reservation. However, we still lost $28 for our four person table that did not go toward our overall ticket. It was definitely a fun holiday eve me an activity, but at least this location should reconsider the reservation deposit.
    

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23. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall2food3service5ambience1

    This is just a Mexican restaurant with a few Christmas decorations. Not worth it
    

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24. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2022

    overall2food2service4ambience1

    I have been to the Julip Sippin Santa & the decor was outstanding! Taco Republic disappointing decor
    

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25. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 29, 2022

    overall2food3service3ambience2

    What was disappointing was that the Rez explains the fee as a “deposit” but the truth is that it’s essentially a cover charge as it does not get applied to the tab. The scene was fun but the event drinks were mediocre. Cute for pics and something different to do.
    

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    AmyK

    New York Area

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall1food2service3ambience2

    Waste of money to reserve a spot when people walked in left and right for free
    

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    BByers

    Kansas City

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall1food4service4ambience2

    Taco Republic was having a special pop up holiday drink bar. Because of this, it said we should make reservations through Open Table. It required a $7 per person DEPOSIT to make the reservation. There were 3 of us so we paid a $21 deposit to hold our table. We assumed that money would be credited to our tab but the restaurant said it was not. To add insult, the restaurant was not full so no reservations would even have been necessary. Who pocketed the $21 dollars? To be fair, the food and service were fine. I just do not like paying money for nothing.
    

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    JimM

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Festive atmosphere, fun drinks and our waiter was great!
    

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29. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall3food4service5ambience3

    Unfortunately, this experience is enjoyed alongside regular diners of the restaurant, and the decorations do not seem as extreme in the Corinth Square location as photos suggest for the KCK location. In addition, the purported $7/person reservation “deposit” was a fee rather than a deposit as advertised. I asked about it the night three friends and I visited for Sippin’ Santa and was told to contact the manager later. I called the manager but never spoke to him. The employee whom I conversed with indicated the $7 charge per guest is more akin to a ticket like for a movie. I contested that description given the verbiage used for the charge, and the employee agreed. I left my phone number for the manager to return my call and never received a return call. We saw other friends there that same evening as a party of three. They did not pay the same charge, as they understood it was only charged for reservations of 6 or more. Either way, I never got a satisfactory response to my information request and am going to have to dispute the charge on my credit card.
    

    Sippin Santa - Prairie VillageResponded on December 21, 2022We're sorry you had a less than great experience and are having trouble getting a call back. Could you please email us at info@tacorepublickitchen?
    

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