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| - So, if I am being honest here, I was definitely hesitant on Fern. I am not a meat lover, but do feel every meal must include a protein (chicken or fish). And, of course the entire day, I wanted a hamburger.
Needless to say I joined my Dinner Group at Fern after checking out the menu, other Yelp reviews and photos. From the menu I thought I could branch out and may be some of the Seitan options would really taste like meat.
We arrived around 7:00 and I was able to observe the restaurant. Very simple, with a great setup and comfortable feel.
We decided to start with several appetizers: Brussel Sprouts, Pimento Cheese Dip, Cauliflower, Noshes and Choizo and Cheese Dip. The appetizers were all amazing. Great flavor, fresh and definitely great portion sizes to share with several. I have to say the Brussel Spouts and Chorizo and Cheese Dip were my two favorites. The chorizo dip, served in a hot skillet, definitely did not taste vegan and had a great kick to it, with some peppers and corn, served with toasted bread.
As for the entrees, I wasn't as impressed as I was with the starters. I chose the OM Burger, a white bean patty, with a side salad. First, the patty, too mushy. The waitress made it sound like it had a panko breaded crust, offering different textures, but it all appeared to be the same to me. Just the same consistency with no real flavor, very bland. The salad was a disappointment too, very blah. The others enjoyed the bolognaise, black bean burger and chili rellanos. Several people really didn't say too much about their entrees, while others enjoyed. I think it was mixed bunch, especially after we all LOVED the appetizers.
Two of us decided to split the chocolate cake with peanut butter mouse. The cake was too hard, very dry, but that mousse...OMG. I could eat it was a spoon out of a jar. It was smooth with an amazingly light peanut butter flavor.
I think Fern is definitely a great place to check out. I suggest enjoying a good beer or wine and having some appetizers, you won't be disappointed!
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