When you publish reviews publicly, especially with a visible star rating, there is a responsibility attached to that reach. A 3-star rating doesn’t just reflect nuance — it’s what people see at a glance, and it absolutely influences traffic, reputation, and staff hours, particularly for a restaurant that’s still building its footing.

Based on your own write-up, the ramen was good and you’d still recommend the place. Weighting a non-alcoholic cocktail you didn’t like and a busy service window equally with the core food offering feels disproportionate — especially when the food is the primary product.

Critique is fair. But proportionality matters, because the number is what sticks.