Pinot Brasserie is a solid 4 stars.
My fiancé and I had reservations and arrived 10 mins early. We decided to go to the bar and have a glass of wine while we waited. We waited awhile to order a drink and to top it off we weren't seated until 15 mins after our reservation time. We were off to a bad start but it just went up from there, salvaging their 4-star rating.
Service = 3.5 stars
Our waitress was attentive, friendly, & quick but wasn't much of a multi-tasker. There was a large party seated next to us and once they arrived our waitress became forgetful and flustered. At least she maintained a smile and positive attitude!
Oysters = 4 stars
Fresh & served slightly chilled, just the way I like it.
Mussels Marinière = 5 stars
Served with crispy garlic fries. The bowl was overflowing with mussels simmered in an addicting buttery white wine broth.
Roasted Lamb Saddle = 5 stars
Sliced like tri-tip it didn't much resemble lamb, or at least the way I imagined it to come out. Nonetheless the lamb was delicious! Succulent, juicy, and flavorful.
I ordered a bowl of Lobster Bisque but they were out. I read rave reviews about it on Yelp and I was really looking forward to trying it. To fill the void, we ordered a bottle of rosé champagne. Nothing like a bowl of soup but enough to make me happy!
Ambiance is elegant yet casual. Patrons are dressy and business-casual. Great place to eat if you want a nice & intimate dinner for 2 and a good spot for a group of friends.
Overall an above average dining experience, and now I know where to go when I'm craving mussels. Absolutely divine!