After hearing all the hype about Antler we wanted to give Antler a try.
We ordered the pheasant pot pie and game burger for dinner, we started with the delicious house made bread.. one basket was not enough. The pheasant pie had a really nice flavour and was served piping hot. Although it was an appetizer size I was quiet full. ( my plan was to save room for dessert) the burger was said to be "the best burger ever" juicy and flavourful but extremely filling!! ( no room for dessert)
The dessert was a smoked chocolate moose with berries and whipped cream the wonder of ordering this dessert is it comes to the table under a cloche filled with smoke and the dessert is relieved as the smoke dissipates.
It was certainly not all "smoke and mirrors" the dessert was very delicious, and hit the spot of my rather large sweet tooth.
Overall the experience was delightfully the atmosphere is casual but refined, the service was impeccable. The owner makes a point of checking in with all the tables and personally thanking you for your business. And although the price is steep you are receiving an experience well worth it.
There commitment to local, farm to table cooking is something all restaurants should strive for.
Only tips I have, make sure you book your reservation ahead of time Antler is small and intimate. Perfect date night spot.