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| - I can't believe I lived right down the street from this restaurant and never tried it. I feel like a complete fool.
The main dining area is an open spaced area with appropriate dim dinner lighting. Even sitting at a table, I still had the feel of privacy because of the lighting. The people I encountered were extremely friendly and (easily seen) truly proud of their restaurant.
LeAnn, my waitress, was extraordinary.....more on that later
They brought out bread with two types of spread. It was delicious but, since I was dining alone, stopped after sampling each type of spread. Both were delicious.
I started with a gin martini (as usual) and the lump crab cakes. What a treat - mostly crab and light on the fillers....perfect for a light appetizer.
After I was finished the manager, Mike, came out to great me and check on the service so far. Very pleasant and happy to welcome people to the restaurant.
I ordered the bone-in ribeye over the fillet (which I definitely need to try) at the recommendation of the waitress. I paired it with the Kenwood Cab. It was everything promised. My concern was that the steak would be over cooked. Usually, when I order steak out, I need to specify "on the rare side of medium rare" to make sure it is correct. I really shouldn't have worried. What you order is how it is prepared. It was juicy and tender as promised.
I finished with the carrot cake and a cordial. I must note that all the deserts are made in house and not frozen. Again, the dessert was perfect.
Before the dessert came out, I was greeted by Scott, the Operating Partner. He was clearly proud of this location and the chef. He was just checking on the service and ensure I had a good evening.
SUMMARY:
All in all, and those who know me know that this is a VERY RARE SENTENCE for me to commit to writting....but.........I have absolutely nothing bad to say about my experience at the Peoria Fleming's.
The waitress was attentive but not intrusive. The timing of the meal presentation was perfect with a steady flow of food and appropriate breaks in between. One of the problems I find most insulting at restaurants (feeling rushed or getting your next item before finishing the previous) is something no one should ever feel here.
One recommendation for improvement (to make a 5+ rating in my book) would be to have the wait staff remark on the local chef's creations. The "specials not on the menu" are the local chef's creations......maybe say something to remark on the uniqueness of these items not on the menu......"our local chef has prepared a few items you wont find at other Fleming's" or something to that effect....I know, minor, but there is always room for improvement LOL.
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