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| - Yes, I'm in the South. Yes, I'm in BBQ heaven. But can I have something a little lighter and refreshing? Something that doesn't make me feel like I need to hit the gym to burn it all off?
Thank you, Sea Level NC for answering my wishes!
My coworker and I snagged a table on Monday night, finding the place with plenty of seating left, but the room still abuzz with people who just got off from work and want to enjoy a cocktail after a long day. The menu is simplistic, but offers a variety of seafood dishes, both small and large. In dire need of something besides meat, we got the Maine mussels in whine garlic sauce as an appetizer to share, and then for an entree I chose the tile fish filet with an assortment of vegetables and sriracha aioli.
Our waiter for the night was Andrew who was wonderfully charismatic and made us feel comfortable with ease. His consistent check-ups on us throughout the night as well as useful recommendations made for a lovely dinner. His service was phenomenal!
When the mussels hit our table, I could already smell the garlic butter sauce, making my mouth water instantly. The portion was GIGANTIC which meant my coworker and I weren't going to have to fight for any mussels because my goodness, were they good! Each mussel shell had plenty of meat inside that was tender and buttery. The sauce was delectable, especially when paired with the toasted bread. Great start!
Not too soon after, my entree of the tile fish arrived and was beautifully presented on a bed of crispy kale with bright, cubed pieces of sweet potatoes strewn throughout. The aioli sauce added a nice kick of heat while the fish was flaky. The exterior was a tad bit saltier than I would have liked and there were some pieces of the fish that were hard. At one point, I thought I had eaten a bone, but it was actually just a tiny sliver of skin that was over fried. The kale retained its crunchy bite and the sweet potatoes were soft. It was a deliciously light entree that left me feeling full without all the guilt.
In fact, I ended up ordering a shot of dessert which contained layers of marshmallow, graham crackers, and chocolate, very similar to a deconstructed s'more. The marshmallow was a bit too sweet and stuck to my teeth, but the dark chocolate underneath would have appeased any chocolate lover. It was creamy, it was rich, and it was the perfect way to end the night.
Sea Level NC embodies both a classy atmosphere and delectable food. There were so many dishes I wanted to try and if given the chance, I would come back in a heartbeat. Sea Level NC was amazing!
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