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I like when you first walk up to the building, you feel like you're walking into a small day care center (note the building blocks out front). When you walk into the building, you're in a cozy space that reminds one of a hip and modern cabin feel. I've been to Tuck about 3 times now and each time I leave happy.
It starts with the host. There's nothing like being greeted like a regular when you've only been in once or twice. I love how friendly the Host, John, is. On my last visit, we had a group of 7 and we didn't have a reservation on a Saturday evening. John was more than accommodating. He invited us to sit at the bar while he made arrangements to get our rowdy (post beer festival) group in to eat.
The way I would describe the food at Tuck is "home cooked meals made fancy". There is a variety of things to try! If you are a vegetarian, some dishes can be made meatless, but not all. If you want something spicy and with a lot of kick, try the red beans and rice. I think that's my favorite dish so far. My least favorite is the chicken and waffle. The chicken was good, and flavorful, but the waffle wasn't interesting to me. I was wishing for some syrup or a cool sauce to go along with the dish. Tuck also offers small plates that are tapas-like. Go for the patatas bravas for a simple appetizer.
Tuck Shop is, in my opinion, a neighborhood jewel. It offers comforting dishes and great drinks, not to mention good service. I have made Tuck Shop one of my regular noshing spots!
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