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| - Overall, I had a great experience. I had made a reservation for 8, and the table was ready on time. I went on a week night at 08:30 and not many tables were occupied. As we sat through the night, the tables started filling up, many for drinks and dessert. The service was great, the waiters were friendly and followed-up in a timely manner. My water glass was never empty. My friends ordered a bottle of white wine, which they described the wine list as "pretty affordable". The cocktails were good as well.
In terms of food, I would have to say it was inconsistent. The appetizers were spot on! The fishy and chips, as well as the quail was delicious. The mains was where the problem was. I orders a half roasted chicken, and the meat was so pink and raw that I could squeeze a bit of blood from the leg. My friend ordered the dunk, and it was a big underdone as well. The Arctic Char was very salty. The pork belly was tender and delicious though. For dessert, my friend and I ordered the chocolate torte, which was AMAZING. The toffee sauce on the torte was divine.
I will most likely go back to Hawthorne, but only for appetizers, drinks, and desserts. It is a quiet and warm atmosphere, perfect for date night or girls-night-out!
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