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My boyfriend and I rolled in around 9:30 on a Sunday and found the place buzzing enough, but with no wait at all. Lucky for us, we got the best seat in the house- a cozy, raised, half-moon booth by the bar. All the staff were incredibly warm and welcoming. They helped us with our pick of wine and were casual, but clearly knew what they were talking about. The design of the place is wooden and built for comfort and yet it has a luxe feel.
I had the duck with mushroom risotto, bok choi and blue plum reduction. Wow. It was the perfect portion of a duck breast sliced and flayed over a mound of mushroom risotto. The duck was tender and juicy with a slight crunch in the crust. The risotto was not lacking in the mushroom department, as seemingly every bite contained a mushroom that tasted woodsy, like it had just been plucked from the forest. Strewn throughout were bok choi segments, perfectly cooked and a welcome addition of greenery on the plate. The blue plum reduction added the right sweetness to tie the entire dish together.
I love being able to share! John's burger made this easily possible by being cut down the middle. Old cheddar cheese oozed over the side of the meat, containing hidden braised ribs. I get such a kick from seeing a rare burger in front of me. The french fries perhaps could have been warmer by the time I go to them, but they were still good. They came with a garlic aioli and ketchup for dipping- perfect for a girl who likes options when dining. Safe to say, together we devoured both meals.
It was all I could do to not lick the plate clean. I would certainly return to Marben anytime, any day, any way.
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