Meh. Maybe we expected too much? Great concept but lacking in execution. We expected rich robust earthy flavours but most of the dishes seemed to be missing something.
STARTERS: The VENISON TARTARE was tasty; a good solid starter, if a touch too much dijon. The WILD MUSHROOM TARTE TATIN was overdone (almost burnt), the phyllo pastry far too thick, and the mushrooms too dry. The FOIE GRAS was strangely stringy though the preserved cherries and spiced wine reduction was a perfect woodsy compliment and the toasted buttermilk biscuit (though too much carb for the dish) was also quite nice (but really, half the biscuit would have been more than enough).
MAINS: The PAPPARDELLE with braised rabbit was good but very mild. The rabbit meat was tender but could easily have passed for shredded turkey. Tastiest part of the dish was the parmesan. SPICE ASH CRUSTED RACK OF DEER was delicious!! Smoky, earthy, gamey, rich venison atop pulled braised shoulder, beautifully wilted chard and velvety parsnip puree. By far the best dish of the night. Dont bother with anything else just order this one dish!
Was also a bit disappointed they didn't do anything special for VDay.. Felt like just any old night out.