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| - As a member of the Matilda Wong society, I felt compelled to review old faithful... 300 East.
I love the atmosphere. Who can't be enamored with this old house in the heart of Dilworth? I am not sure if she (the house) is considered a Grand Dame by historians and architects but it certainly is by me!
I love sitting downstairs in one of the booths to the right of the hostess stand for a long leisurely lunch on a Saturday, that may, or may not, include a glass of wine. I love coming here in the Fall and sitting outside, hearing the fountain and looking at the sheep statue. I love coming here in the Winter and sitting in the really small and cozy booth in the main dining room. Really, I cannot think of a time when it isn't right to come here!
The hummus plate is a delicious way to start your meal. If you are lucky the white bean and gouda soup will be the daily soup offering.. it is bowl-licking good. All the specials I have ever tried are delicious... But, I tend to gravitate toward a salad or, my favorite, the black bean tortilla (with lots of fresh avacado!). My hubbie likes the usual-- a grinder-ish type sandwich, the tuna, or whichever pasta is on the menu.
There is a special drink here called the "Matilda Wong" and it is very, very wong. It used to come in a smallish fishbowl (think beta fish) but is now served in a small pitcher. When I say it is "wong", I mean it is strong, it is good for sharing but, plan on having a responsible driver. They cut you off after 2, as they should. I think I have aged out of the ability to even share one...
Nice wine list, half-priced wine nights. This is a fun girls-night, or date night, or parents-are-in-town place.
-- funny to see your guests' reactions to the bathrooms--
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