I get that Batali likes to listen to heavy rock music while cooking but that isn't my choice, nor the choice of the majority when dining and you're popping $160 for a steak or $300 for a bottle of wine. The music ruined what would have otherwise been an experience more memorable for the food rather than concert pounding beats of a metal band that we twice had to request be turned down because we were screaming at each other across the table. Put a sign at the door to at least forewarn people of what they'll need to expect and tolerate. When we spoke to our wait staff about this they said they received complaints everyday and that it was really embarrassing....it's not cute or endearing Mario - grow up and don't be so indulgent. Lest you forget who's paying your bills - which by the way, won't be us again.
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