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Our server, introduced to us by the host as Mike, never showed up at our table. After flagging someone else down, we finally got service, so apparently they still have some kinks to work out here. Our new server was super friendly and apologetic.
We each got the saucy balls - 4 meatballs in sauce in bowl. I got the spicy pork with pesto, my husband the beef with pesto, and my dad the beef with pork bolognese. The meat itself was really good and you could tell there was very little filler. Our sauces were a bit odd though - the pesto was served cold on the side. The purpose for it being cold is beyond my comprehension - pesto is usually served warm. Even so, it was really tasty and the temperature didn't take away from my meal.
I wouldn't recommend the bolognese unless you love nutmeg. The server warned my dad the sauce was a bit sweet because there was a hint of nutmeg in it, but he proceeded with it anyways. The nutmeg was entirely overpowering. I'd steer clear of this sauce.
We ordered a side of veggie quinoa as well which was delicious. Our complaint with it though was that it was also served cold - again atypical for the kind of dish. The intention is to put your meatballs in sauce over top of the side, but that would have ruined the quinoa so don't do that if you order it. Is the chill on the dish indicative of laziness and that it is not made fresh daily? I sure hope not but it leads one to question it.
I'd also love to see them offer some additional choices for meat. They do have a meatball of the month, which perhaps is their way of testing out what does well, but at a minimum I would think chicken and lamb would be no brainers to add. Bison or some sort of seafood would also be delicious.
Prices were good, service friendly and fast and food was overall really good aside from some quirks. I'd recommend it!
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