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We had dinner here on a Saturday. The place was busy, but our hotel concierge was able to score a last-minute reservation for us.
The food was well prepared and beautifully presented. Our group had as appetizers rabbit and spinach terrine (excellent!), seared scallop (good, but not "wow"), and foie gras terrine (I didn't hear people complaining about it). Main courses included Ossobuco (tender and flavourful), fish of day which was a snapper fillet (it was just so-so, there is not much flavour or seasoning to it), sweetbread and guinea fowl filled Quail and a veal fillet dish which I didn't get to taste. Desserts were "average", I wasn't blown away by my polenta cake or the ice cream and sorbet sampling.
The best part of our dining experience is service. Our waiter was exceptionally knowledgeable and willing to help. When one of the guests couldn't find a particular Napa wine on the list, the waiter suggested a little-known Lebanese brand and vintage to try, which made our friend into a very happy customer.
I'd be happy to return if in the area again.
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