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A few weeks back I saw an ad for New Year's Eve special offering of either a 3-course or 4-course special which included a choice of champagne, wine, or beer... in addition to other beverages. We have been to City Tavern - Rivergate many times in recent years, but we had not been there in the last 6 months. I did not realize that the Rivergate location had closed and MOVED to the old Fishbone location off Gold Hill Road.
I checked with friends and soon called to make a reservation for 3 couples for 12-31-15. When we arrived the lot was nearly full... and the tavern was busy. We were greeted and seated promptly by the hostess. Soon our waitress Vicki had taken drink orders and brought the bread and dipping blend of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and shredded parm. (Always tasty... and an inspiration for home experimentation.)
Vicki was cheerful and very helpful answering a few questions about the special menu selections as we each placed our orders for the four course special for New Year's Eve. Soon our salads arrived and we began a leisurely feast as we chatted and caught up on many events of the last year. The choice was either a Caesar salad or a spinach salad. BOTH are typically excellent, but I personally prefer the spinach with the house balsamic dressing (which I have BEEN UNABLE TO DUPLICATE at home). In fact, I highly recommend this salad with an ADDED petite filet as a delicious light meal. The balsamic dressing pairs well with steak... the reason I have tried a few times at home to clone it.
Next course was Appetizer... a hummus with pita chips, a beef satay, or three bacon wrapped scallops. All were declared good... the bacon was crisp and the scallops were very tasty with an accompanying remoulade.
The main course offerings were a Tuscan filet, a stuffed salmon, or a roasted chicken... accompanied by garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, fresh mozzarella slice and a tomato slice. No one in our party ordered the chicken, however, both the salmon and the Tuscan filets were perfectly prepared as ordered and excellent. As we were having our main courses, the manager dropped by the table to chat and confirm that we were quite pleased with the food thus far.
Finally we got to the dessert... either salted-caramel cheesecake or a 6-layer chocolate cake. Each couple goy one of each and proceeded to share. The cake was a delight to chocoholics, AND the cheesecake also passed the chocoholic taste tests!
ALL SIX in our party AGREED that this meal was excellent in every way, a great value offering by City Tavern for the evening, and that we had excellent service. We had plenty of time to enjoy our meal unhurried and to visit as long as we wished.
I don't know when the move to this location was made, but the Rivergate team seems well-settled into a nice new home... and still providing enjoyable dining experiences for their patrons!
WELL DONE!
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