rev:text
| - Rasa really exemplifies the type of fine dining restaurant I would frequent. The people who make things tick are young, creative, talented, and seem to love what they do. The atmosphere is chic without being pretentious, and the clientele often follow the same trend. At the heart of the kitchen is the very talented and personable chef Davin. You can really feel the genuine passion for his work as he describes the small details that make every plate nearly perfect with great enthusiasm.
The menu changes at least seasonally and most items are meant to be shared. Bite sized savoury muffins are offered in place of bread to start. The chopped salad which includes quinoa, feta, grapes, and crispy chickpeas is a very refreshing way to start. The sides of the salad bowl are covered with a thick dressing that will allow you to control the spiciness based on how much of it you mix in. The fish board is my current favourite menu item. Although you have the choice to mix and match the components, I would recommend opting for the platter with all of the options (currently smoked trout, tuna, and swordfish). The cured swordfish topped with fermented grape, razor thin slices of jalapeƱo, and a touch of smoked sour cream will transport you straight to seafood heaven. Next up would be the lamb neck on toast and the perfectly seasoned/ cooked Wagyu beef ribs. The Thai inspired tuna and calamari bowl and the burger made of ground steak and beef cheek are other menu items I am salivating just thinking about. Previous menu items such as the beef tongue sandwich and the fall soup were also delectable and I do hope they make a comeback!
Overall, a great dining experience from start to finish during every visit so far. Credit goes to Yelp/ Food Dude's Devan for the suggestion, and the staff for running a restaurant our city can be proud of. Well done.
|