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| - We were around Baxter equipped with our Citipass coupon in tow with low expectations. I generally have not had great experiences at most places around here that tout themselves as fish specialists, and the reviews were hit and miss. But at that point, my husband was at code red hunger which usually means he's mad at the world and nothing will satisfy.
Much to my relief, he ordered the shrimp & grits and I ordered a trout. My trout had a ton of unique toppings like crab and apple and other good stuff that was really different and enjoyable. Trout can sometimes be a bit boring and the chef did a nice job trying to make up for it. The accompaniments were well prepared.
But let's get to the shrimp & grits. Hungryman took a bite of his dish and I paused, waiting for his reaction. He seemed to be savoring it and remarked, "This is what I've been waiting for my whole life!" Touchdown!!! Exhale. He really loved the sauce that it came with (a little more soupy than most around here) and had great flavor and he really enjoyed the sausage that came with it.
We were so impressed that we came back for Father's Day brunch where the S&G was available on the buffet. As you know, I HATE buffets, but it wasn't bad. I might have even gotten my money's worth. French toast, omelet station, cinnamon palmiers, etc...
The only reason I didn't give it a 5th star (because dinner deserved it) was the absolutely atrocious service we got in the brunch. The next table's waitress even felt sorry for us. She was either new to the industry or just pissed off that she had to work in general. I had to get my own water after waiting 30 minutes. She even yelled at us for not being there one time while we were checking out the brunch line. Also when we were there, it was $5 mimosas not $2 like Greg said. Maybe it was just for Father's Day.
Anyway we'll be back for dinner but probably not brunch. This place needs a bigger sign.
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