Heard good things about Gertrude's and was excited to try it at the Botanical Garden.
Came in and was immediately led to an umbrellaed table on the patio. Quail were walking around nearby, very cute. It was hot but there was a cool breeze. Our waited welcomed us and did water service. He was also training a new waitress. Ordered the cheese board to start. You get a variety of nibbles and smears with small pieces of cheeses. Pickled squash was everywhere. Not really a fan and yet that was the majority on the platter. Tried the prickly pear iced tea. It was ok. Probably won't order again. The drink was mostly ice. Ordered the house salad of mixed greens and salmon. Salad was delicious, so was the tiny 2"x2" piece of $8 salmon. Basically, you pay for eating in the garden. Ok, had that experience. Probably won't come for a meal. It was outrageously priced for what you get.