It wasn’t sugar sweet overload, but in a society where customer service lacks, American Girl gets 5 stars from this gal. The server will ask if it’s your first time, make a big fuss and just be as sweet as pie. A little box with icebreakers called Table Talks is a great way of conversing with your friends. Subtle shades of pink and mauve line the booths and emanate onto the table with a cheerful flower pot of pink, plastic Gerber daisies. If you don’t like the color pink, the American Girl Bistro is not the place for you. I saw about a dozen dolls longing for a table to join and I just loved that this was an option. There are plenty of loaner dolls on hand that look just like your daughter. Her doll, Grace Thomas, joined us table side with her own “treat seat.” Have no fear if your darling doesn’t have an American Girl doll. Since it was her birthday, both she and her doll received a birthday crown and sticker. However, my daughter happily checked out the store and played with the displays to pass the time. My party arrived 20 minutes early and after we were checked in, we were not seated until three minutes prior to our reservation time. There is no need to arrive early at the bistro. You can also email them with questions to A confirmation number is sent to your email with a reminder sent to you again a few days in advance.

There is a section where you can notify the bistro of food allergies or accessibility needs. I checked the box indicating that this was our first visit. From there, it’s easy to select a day and time. After 1 p.m., the bistro was at max capacity. Being that it was spring break, I was glad I booked in advance. While reservations for dining or parties at the American Girl Bistro are not required, I highly recommend them. Luckily, Granny wanted to get her the first American Girl doll, so we collaborated and suggested that we should go to American Girl as a small celebration of her turning 8 years old. I had already done a big party with my daughter’s friends at another venue. So much so, that I refused to spend the $120 on the doll of the year, Grace Thomas. Purchasing an American Girl doll is an expensive investment.

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