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| - This was a spur of the moment outing for my lady and I. I felt like eating and drinking something nice, so I brought her to Tapino. Been there once before, so I knew what I was getting into.
We went on a Sunday night, the place was empty. We were promptly seated at a two-top near the kitchen. The ambiance was laid back yet sophisticated. The serving staff were professional and knowledgeable.
My only qualm about the whole evening was that the bottle of Red wine I ordered, was served way too chilled. I'm not a Cork Dork by any means, but I do have a basic knowledge of wine, and wine serving etiquette.
None the less, as the evening progressed the wine warmed up and the flavors came out.
As far as food, my lady and I each ordered 3 or 4 plates the first go around. The server intelligently coursed them out herself, sending out the lighter dishes first in pairs and moving into the next two, etc. I thought that was slick. She could of just dumped 8 plates on us.
The Short Rib was tasty as all hell, I watched my girl's eyes rolled back into her head as she nibbled on the first bite of that dish.
I was thoroughly pleased with everything in that round so much that we each ordered 2 more dishes. The not-too-clever anymore "bacon and eggs" was delicious, no matter how many times I've had it at other places. The pork belly was perfectly braised and brings a smile to my face as I write about it.
In closing. Go to Tapino, get a bottle of wine, prepare to spend a little cash. Enjoy good conversation, good food and good wine.
Live Happy.
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