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| - OK - full disclosure: If I don't like something I'm not going to write about it. Unless that something is "holymotherofpearlthesepeoplearecrazy" and need to be visited if nothing else but for the amazing drama; like Amy's Baking Company.
Also, if you read my other reviews you'll notice a theme. That is - do the Chef's Choice dinner. But only if you're adventurous culinarily (is that even a word?). No, not every single thing you get is going to be the best you've ever tasted, but you'll walk away with a real appreciation of the chef/restaurants' talent.
OK-POKE (see what I did there?) - I took my mom there for an early mother's day. She'd never had a chef's progression dinner and this was my chance to show off how much smarter and loving I am as a child than my brother and sister.
We arrived before they were officially seating so we sat outside. Which turned out to be the best choice ever. Our server, Taylor, immediately connected with my mom...which sucks for me because that meant stories of what a chalk-eater I am...er, was. Anyway, I can't speak highly enough about Taylor without sounding like I'm hitting on her...which I'm not. But she was perfect as a server - on this particular occasion I did want more attention spent on us than when I'm just out with my wife (see why I'm not hitting on her?).
So, we handed back our menus and said "whatever Chef Hobbs is willing to make, bring it out." What ended up happening is a 9-course dinner with some items that were on the menu, like the poke bowl, and some of that evening's specials (like the grilled octopus). A few things that he'd never served to other guests in his entire life were also brought out. He literally made up stuff for us. Seriously.
Obviously not every dish was "our favorite dish ever". They were all good or better, and showcased his technical talent. But there were a few things that stood out. Some might surprise you.
The first thing that was "ohmygodsellthekidsformoneysowecaneatthisforever" good were the french fries. I'm not "ducking" with you - these were even better than McDonald's fries. I know, I went there. Next, was the linguine carbonara. This is (at the time of this writing) an uber-rich pasta dish with linguine (duh!), pork belly, peas and a classic carbonara sauce topped with prosciutto and barely poached egg-yolk. Sell your kids for the money to buy this.
The last thing that I'm going to tell you about is the A5 Wagu ribeye. So tender that grandma without teeth could eat this. You could literally mush this to the roof of your mouth with your tongue it was so tender. I used my teeth because I had them though.
Anyway, one more thing that needs mentioning is their mescal shot. I'm not sure it's something you could really order, but just say "Aurora made this mescal shot with a chili-rubbed orange for this guy on Yelp and we want one".
Well, that's finally it. Go there. Check it out. Call ahead and tell them you want to do a chef's tasting meal. Tell them about your allergies and preferences and then sit back. Be adventurous. It's worth it.
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