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| - The Gladly doesn't officially open until this Saturday but they had a preview night for people (like myself) who work in the area. Taking over in the spot that Ruth Chris used to occupy, I am looking forward to eating there often.
Of the small plates that they were serving, my favorites were the scallops and the duck. Both were fantastic. The one dish that I wasn't able to sample because it was grabbed almost as soon as it came out of the kitchen was the meatloaf. Everyone that I talked to that tried it said it was the best dish that they tasted. I also had the tuna and the chicken pate. Both were good, but not great.
As for the drinks, I really enjoyed the Thai Margarita but once I tried their Manhattan, I was hooked. It was by far the best Manhattan that I have ever had. I also sampled the Salute, a gin and grapefruit drink, but didn't really care for it. They had a number of other cocktails on the menu that they weren't serving that looked very good and I can't wait to go back and try a few.
Lastly, the service was just as good, if not better, than the food or the drinks. The staff was very friendly and even though it was the first time I had ever been there, or anyone for that matter, I left feeling like a regular.
I can't wait for the official opening so that I can come back and try the meatloaf and some of the other cocktails on the menu. Seeing as how I work next door, I have a feeling that this is going to be my new go to spot after work!
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