Polaris Fashion Place

We began with the sampler bruschetta, which was outstanding! The sourdough bread was served warm and incredibly delicious. For our main courses, our family ordered the chicken salad, pasta bolognese, pasta brio, and a steak salad. The chicken salad was decent but didn’t stand out, as the chicken was served uncomfortably cold. Our kids, aged 12 and 13, both opted for the pasta bolognese and really enjoyed it. The pasta brio was satisfactory, with the mushrooms and peppers nicely prepared, though it had a somewhat off taste of old oil. On a positive note, the steak salad arrived on a chilled plate, tasted fantastic, and the steak was cooked to perfection. We did find one dirty knife among the nine of us, but drinks were replenished regularly. The atmosphere was pleasant, and the restaurant was clean. Overall, we received good service and had an enjoyable meal.

The only downside to our dining experience was the timing of our meal delivery. Our entrees came about a minute after the salads, which meant they were quite cold by the time we finished eating the salads. Additionally, the longer tables in the booths could use some attention; they're stained, marked, and worn. This is unexpected for what is supposed to be an upscale restaurant.

I had a fantastic experience and found everything I needed for the holidays! I even managed to get my hands on the elusive Stanley Cup, which I had been searching for from Columbus to Springfield, Ohio. A big shout out to Occasionally Yours Gifts!

The shopping center offers a wide variety of stores spread across two floors. However, the food court was somewhat disappointing. It could definitely benefit from being larger and having more options.

It’s great to see the malls bustling with activity! When we visited Polaris, it was quite crowded, and I really enjoyed the atmosphere. However, I noticed that Game Stop had a rather limited selection of items, which was surprising. The bathrooms near the play area were a bit untidy, with water on the floor between the stalls at the back. Some of the toilets were also quite messy, but given how busy it was, that’s understandable. Despite that, this mall remains one of our favorites!