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| - Although I really wanted to like this place because it had a rather quaint and unique atmosphere, it just didn't blow me away in any aspect.
Upon walking in no one greeted me so I went to the counter and asked if I should order there or at the table - to which the woman in the kitchen said either was fine. After perusing the menu and indicating that I was ready, I was then told to take a seat and someone will be with me shortly. Well, OK?
After a while, someone finally came from the kitchen. I really wanted to try the three sisters soup, having heard that it's a classic dish. At first I was informed that they were out and it would take half an hour; but when the food came, it turns out that it was made in time after all. Yay!
Unfortunately, the meal was somewhat underwhelming. The taste was certainly different and interesting in a way, but there was nothing exciting about it - in fact, I felt that everything was a bit bland (and I usually eat on the less salty side). The portions were also on the smaller side considering the price. That being said, they do advertise that the ingredients they use are rather specialized, which could account for the discrepancy. On the other hand I did like that the food was fresh and light and not made with an abundance of heavy oils and such.
Even though I didn't personally feel that the restaurant was super welcoming or friendly, I do want to mention that I overheard the owners having an animated conversation with another pair of customers, perhaps their regulars? It could be that this place just needs some time to grow on me. :)
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