Instead of hitting the standard chain food fare we wanted to take a couple of our friend's visiting from out of town to a local restaurant. Our second visit to the Dandelion Market for dinner on a Friday night was a different experience than the first. After our first visit we played a little safe by selecting some items we thought one couldn't really go wrong with.
First, "Baked Potato" Croquettes. No complaints. Well cooked, lightly brown, fresh oil. We went again for the Grilled Steak Skewers. This time cooked perfectly. Finally, the risotto special. I wish this could be a standard item.
Lastly, our friends wanted one more item to top off their dinner so they inquired about the calamari. The waitress told us very honestly, it completely depends on whose cooking it. Indeed! That could certainly explain the vast difference between the two visits. The calamari did not disappoint.
This time as we watched food come out to the tables around us we actually wanted what they ordered! Including the dessert which we regretfully didn't have room for. Next time!
It would probably be in the best interest of the owners to have their best chef spend some time training the others to share the love and deliver a consistent product every time. Consistently good food is what people are looking for in a restaurant!