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| - What a sweet surprise on my way to get cough medicine! Tucked in right next to Melrose Pharmacy, Restaurant Progress is a new restaurant here in the Melrose District.
The ambience is cozy and romantic, with a rustic but sleek aesthetic that is inviting for couples and groups alike. Though the space is small, I didn't mind it, as the location is the perfect place for locals to just wander in serendipitously, and that's exactly what the owner wants. We sat at the bar and chatted with the hostess, chef and bartender.
They were so excited to open, they just went for it, even if a few things were still in the works, like final business cards and their website (they're active on Instagram though). They had their first service last Friday, and just were happy to be a part of the neighborhood.
The menu has interesting flavors, including cocktails like Templeton Rye "Banana Pancakes" and dishes like the Octo and Pork Belly. Both tasted good, but were a little more on the higher price end for Melrose.
Either way, I welcome Restaurant Progress with open arms, we need more tasty restaurants around here, and this seems like a great addition.
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