Twisted Grove is literally around the corner from me, and I find myself here for dinner solo at least a few times a month. Somehow being alone in a busy restaurant with good food gives me the reflection-time I crave after especially stressful days at work.
If you're lucky enough to get there in time for happy hour, spoil yourself with the oysters! You won't be disappointed. They are fresh and shucked right in front of you. It is not the weird Arizona--seafood?? feeling that I find sometimes at other establishments, these are fresh and delicious and make me happy when I can get there in time.
I vary between the crab cake and salmon with Cesar salad, though I've experimented with most items on the menu. It is just an easy feel-good salad, order the small and you'll be satisfied without being overly stuffed. Again, these options are fresh and delicious seafood options, you can taste the quality in the first bite.
My favorite bartender is Stacey, she is super sweet. She is the perfect bartender who knows how to chat while still taking cues if I'm not quite in the mood or busy flipping through work emails.
The cocktails are wonderful, the crowd is always happy, and the service is always spot-on. I'm so lucky to live nearby!