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| - After reading the other reviews on yelp, I had to try Soho. I went here twice this weekend. Friday night around 9:30 and Sunday brunch at 1:15. Both times are a little late into service and that seemed to be good timing because we had a table right away. Both times we sat in the back area closer to the kitchen and next to the bar.
I can't say enough good things about this place. The few minor disappointments were far overshadowed by all the high points. I feel that I will develop a few favorite dishes here, keep coming back, but be disappointed as it becomes more and more popular and I have to wait for a table, but such is life.
Anyway, for dinner I had the Fried Chicken, Evenin Style. It was very good, fried perfectly with not too much breading. A boneless breast and thigh came with a scoop of mashed potatoes and collard greens. The greens were a tiny bit too spicy for me. I also had the Ruby Cado salad for the first course. It was delicious. My only complaint here is that I hate salads on plates. Can I please have a bowl so I don't spill it?
My date had Oysters Rockefeller for his appetizer and the corn cob salad for his meal. He enjoyed both of these. He especially loved his drink, made with Strawberry and Basil. I tried it and I think it would be delicious when warm weather finally arrives. I had a Louisville which was also a great drink.
For brunch, we had Biscuits and Gravy, Skillet, and Chicken and Waffles. The waffle with Rosemary was the most delicious waffle I've ever had in my life. I don't even like waffles that much, and I want to go back to eat these again. I had a peach mimosa which was fairly good. My date had a Gentleman's breakfast to drink, which was very good. The drinks here have clearly been thought out and the proportions are perfect.
Service was very good on both occasions, the only exception being that my friend was never offered a coffee refill at brunch.
As a side note, I loved that on Friday they were playing low-key rap music. Most places would not have the balls to play rap, but it wasn't distracting and complements the theme of the restaurant. On Sunday they were listening to Motown. Two thumbs up.
I will be coming back for sure, maybe for their chicken scratch on Wednesdays.
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