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| - Went for my Mom's birthday, and they did not disappoint. The atmosphere is great modern/industrial. Though cozy at the same time. An open dinning area with a long bar towards the back. I really like the set up, with old black and white movies projected on one of the walls...this night it was Rebecca, the 1940's film noir with Laurence Olivier. My Mom could have narrated the entire movie for everyone if the restaurant would let her :)
This is Asian/Korean fusion from the people that brought you Sakanaya. They are true locals within the Chambana community. The menu here is a bit more streamlined, unique, and at times more pricy. While certain things you scratch your head at, like a scallop appetizer with only one scallop, though you cannot help but be in aw of how enjoyable it is. Which comes with amazingly tender and flavorful pork belly as well. Then there is the Wasabi Caesar Salad, which my thought is they just put a Caesar Salad on the menu just because. Then you realize that everything is so well integrated and amazing. The oven dried cherry tomatoes, the great salty anchovies, and the spicy wasabi salad dressing. It all works perfectly. The dumplings are really good as well, even though I did not find anything particularly special about them, They were very enjoyable.
The mains included the Soy Cream Chicken Pasta, which my Mom and Dad both swear by. Then my Miga Bold Noodle Pasta, which is amazeballs. A spicy stir fry with bell peppers, bonito flakes, and chili pepper mixed with other veggies, chicken, and shrimp. Yeah, this made me sweat a little, in the best way. There is shaved flakes on top, which is so hot they literally vibrate, a really unique presentation (don't ask me to explain, just get it and enjoy). The noodles are incredibly tasty by the way. Both dishes are around $15, and they are more than enough to make your stomach pop.
They have more expensive entrees, which may or may not be worth the cost. It is hard to tell which appetizers are worth the price. Some, like the scallops are not worth it (though very tasty) others like the salads can feed an army. With the dumplings being in the middle, which is well made and what you would expect for a starter.
Drinks are enjoyable as well. Some well made cocktails, with a Migroni that is what you would expect for this spin and on point. Also plenty of wine, and even a well thought out beer selection in bottles. La Fin Du Monde pairs perfectly with any spicy dish they put out.
Service was impeccable. The waiter new the menu, with recommendations, and was Johnny on the spot with any needs. Overall, this is a really well thought out restaurant, everything is fresh a tasty with the right amount innovation along with traditional tastes thrown in for good measure. While not 100% perfect, another really good option in downtown Champaign.
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