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| - Calistro is definitley a local treasure. I tried Calistro for the first time about a month ago, and then tried it again with a group of girlfriends last night. Both experiences were exceptional. The head chef, Gerald has a great eye for tasteful food combinations without being overdone or overpriced.
My first experience the two of us tried the Ahi Tuna starter with a great smoky flavor, the crab cakes, made with hummus instead of bread crumbs, and the house chips with a blue cheese dip. All exceptionally delicious. We were so full, but HAD to try dessert, so we got 3 flavors of ice cream that they get from Sweet Republic with unique flavors like salted caramel and peanut butter chip.
Last night I brought 4 newbies to Calistro to try some other menu items. The generous helping of hummus lasted all 5 of us and then some. Then we all ordered a glass of wine ($7 for ALL glasses from 3-6pm, what a great deal!). Gerald then went of the menu and created us a watermelon and goat cheese feta salad which was fresh and crisp. Lastly, I talked everyone into some more ice cream, this time going for the maple bacon ice cream. Delicious. It was so sweet and crispy, and who doesn't like bacon or ice cream, let alone together?!
All in all the ambience of the bar, separated with a wine display into the dining room, also includes an enclosed outdoor patio where they have live music some night is spectacular. It's a great place to have a quiet date night, or host a large group of friends. The staff is very knowledgable and friendly, I can't recommend this place enough!
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