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| - First of all, I'll be clear - I'm not in to writing reviews everywhere I go... it's usually done if it's really good or really bad - or more importantly - 'memorable' in some way...
So Traci and I (who eat in the nearby Arcadia area 4-5 nights a week) decide to try a place that has clearly been on our radar, has the buzz and been open a while. It's hopefully found it's mojo, and should be 'singing' by now - as they opened in (approx) October of 2016. Today is March of 2017 and it's a Thursday. So how do they do? Traci and I sit at the bar for dinner and here we go...
We're greeted by Jackie and the entire bartend staff (who clearly share the guests for quick and prompt service) and has immediately made an impression: knowledgeable, warm and comforting with a clear awareness of everything on the drink and food menu.... Already off to a good start...
We get a couple cocktails as we watch them being made - clearly hand-crafted with a little extra effort... love it... already impressed. Traci had the Stock and Stable Whiskey Sour and I had the 'Remember the Maine' (unbelievable, look on the menu for ingredients). Life is good...
On to dinner... we start with the brussel sprouts (honey butter, pickled crasins, breadcrumbs with a drizzle of balsamic) - and as you all know - they can be 'great', 'good' or 'no thank-you' - depending on how they're prepared. These were charred to perfection and amazing. Well done! Traci got the braised short rib for dinner and I got the beer butt chicken. Both were fabulous - nicely prepared and 'fresh'. Not warmed from the day before. They truly had a 'prepared for you' TODAY feeling. Continuing the good experience....
We passed on desert. But Jackie made us aware of the SpeakEasy upstairs and after settling up with our tab, she personally assisted us to the the very cool upstairs bar for a nightcap. Walked up the stairs, found a place at the bar and Ryan greeted us with thanks, appreciation and a genuine appreciation for our business. I asked him for his recommendation for a good 'brown liquor' night-cap drink and without flinching - made us a couple unbelievable Manhattan-style drinks. Sometimes you just have to trust the good time you're having and have the wait-staff use their experience to impress, comfort and make you happy. These guys delivered. Unbelievable evening! Would not have changed a thing!
Although the amazing 7th Street restaurant corridor is loaded with great options - you owe it to yourself to give this place a try and follow our lead. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED! It is truly a 5 star experience!
Have a good time and CHEERS!
Bo
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