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| - Finally made it to this Cleveland favorite yesterday. My sister and I had a fun time exploring the menu; there are so many creative options that we wanted to try them all! If this place could make a sampler plates, that would be perf.
My sister got the candied jalapeno jackflaps and I got the creme bruleed vanilla bean rice pudding, and we both got sides of breakfast kimchi.
My sister said the jalapeno jackflaps were phenomenal, fluffy and perfectly cooked, with a jalapeno flavor (which, disappointingly, wasn't spicy) that was well complimented by the delicious berry compote. She didn't offer me a bite :( so I can't add any personal input.
The rice pudding was delicious; i think the "creme bruleed vanilla bean" portion of the title was misleading because it really just tasted like normal rice pudding to me, but it was such a unique breakfast option and had that yummy berry compote on top. I found myself in one of those situations where I was full but just kept eating because my food was so yummy!
My sister and I both liked the kimchi - but my opinion of the dish changed soon after we left when my mouth was ablaze with a remnant garlic nast. This lasted about 12 hours, and was not cured by toothbrushing or mouthwash. Too much garlic is typical of Eric Williams restaurants, though; unless you enjoy 24 hours of grossing people out with your garlic breath. I will not order this dish again.
As far as customer service goes, our server was very friendly, personable, and charming. He checked up on us and kept our water full. The perfect server, in my opinion. The restaurant has a trendy and energizing mood, but is pretty small. I can't imagine ever trying to come here on a Saturday because I'm sure the wait is astronomical, but it is the perfect size for a weekday brunch.
I'll be back!! Can't wait to try more menu items.
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