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| - I hate to use the term "hipster" but that is all I can think about when referring to Cornish Pasty. The ambiance is one of a kind. My all time favorite. I feel like a completely different person when I'm sitting in side. It has somewhat of a publike feel, with long wooden benches as seating inside - great way to meet strangers, a long bar area, and a huge patio section.
I'd have to say, if you're trying this place out for the first time, go for dinner! The ambiance is quite different and has a dark mysterious factor that I really enjoy. There aren't really any lights other than the kitchen. To add to the mysterious effect, each table is lit with a long white candle placed on an old empty wine shaped bottle.
The restaurant comes with a full bar, as well a huge specialty beer menu. They even have decently priced Irish car bombs.
The service is amazing, as all the staff is very friendly and down to earth. But don't expect fast service- the food there is made to order, which is a great time to explore and cultivate yourself with a new flavor of beer.
If you're a Pasty virgin, it's like a really fancy hot pocket. Someone first described to to me like a calzone, which I think lessened my first experience, because I had completely different expectations. However, it didn't fully ruin my experience because I still loved it.
Cornish Pasty has a HUGE menu selection for pasties.! With over 40 different styles, there isn't something that won't strike your fancy. They have their Signature, Premium, and Vegetarian Pasties. You're bound to struggle trying to decide what best suits you at that moment.
It's been a while since my first couple of visits to Cornish Pasty so I don't remember what I tried. But the last time around I ordered the Peppered Steak; Sirloin steak, sauteed portabella mushrooms, leeks, roasted zucchini, and Stilton cheese- with a side of peppercorn brandy cream sauce.
I have to say, their sauces are to die for. Nothing I can compare it to.
I've read a lot about their desserts, but I have yet to try it. Every time I venture out to this spot, I'm full by the time I'm done with half my pasty.
But I'm determined to try their Apple Caramel Pasty next time. I hear it's all the rage.
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