We were in town for one Saturday night and walked around the area hoping to find a place for dinner. We stepped in Bonaparte and felt embarrassed by being underdressed. However they still accommodated us for a table for 2 in this busy evening.
When we were looking at the menu prices, we thought it was all about the nice decor. Once we started our meal, we immediately realized knew that the quality & presentation worth such prices.
I had soup of the day (red vegetable soup) and a lobster salad. The soup was great, though I would appreciate a tiny tad more of flavor enhancement (maybe some herb?). The lobster salad with hazelnut oil and maple syrup was delicious! Every element on the plate tasted so fresh and harmonious with each other. Nothing is overpowering another. The oil and syrup were lightly but thoroughly applied, leaving no greasy texture but beautiful scent in your mouth. The lobster meat was also nicely poached with nice fresh texture.
My husband ordered the 3 courses meal with brushetta, milk-fed calf steak, and chocolate mousse. The brushetta was nicely plated. The milk-fed calf steak was excellent. It was tender and juicy. You can really taste the milky diet when tasting the meat. However my husband would appreciate the intensity of peppercorn sauce was too much and not necessary. It would be perfect if the pepper was reduced. We ended the evening with delicious chocolate mousse and a cup of tea.
We enjoyed our meals and the overall experience.