We recently moved to the area and were Kindred first timers. I was amazed by how wonderful everything was, from service to food.
We had reservations for Saturday dinner and were seated right away in the upstairs area. We had a great table right next to the window. Kindred has a wonderful "refined casual" atmosphere IMO. Within 30 seconds of sitting we were treated to the famous Milk Bread. WOW. Fluffy deliciousness.
They have a great wine and beverage list. Our awesome server recommended the Mark Herald Flux and it was one of the best wines I've had in a long time.
The menu has sharing style plates, and changes daily. We ordered way too much stuff, as we tend to do as first timers to a restaurant. First we had the duck fat potatoes and carrots. Why would we order carrots? The server said they were the best he had ever had and he was right. Duck fat potatoes were equally delectable.
Next up was beef tartare... it hit all the tastes buds. I hate mushrooms usually, and ignored it to try this beef tartare. The mushrooms in it paired beautifully with the beef I have to admit.
Crispy oysters are a must here, because I feel they are very easy to eff up. Kindred executes them wonderfully. Crispy, light breading with a creamy oyster. Really went well with the cool yogurt sauce and spicy chili oil.
Then we got 3 pasta dishes ( I blame the husband for being in charge of ordering). They make ALL pastas in house. The only one that was very good but not amazing was the Smoked Duck Rigatoni. The squid ink conghilie and the bucatini were knock-you-socks-off awesome. The bucatini... which I guess I would describe as an asian twist on carbonara(?)...was the best pasta I have EVER had in my life!
After that huge meal we left full and happy. I have thought about that meal every day since. We will be back again and again and again.