| rev:text
| - I may be a bit biased in writing such a stellar review for this place, but I am sentimental about it!
To start off, this place is open WELL into the night. You can have a steak at 4 am (yes, ppl have done that)
The location and decor: 7 West is located in a Victorian townhouse on Charles west.The decor is shabby-chic with quite a bit of kitch perpetuating throughout. I guess they were going for a vintage look, and somehow ended up painting the ceiling with little clouds and brass mirrors. They did succeed in creating an overall cozy atmosphere. The tables and chairs are wood and very close to one another, sometimes you may have difficulty leaving your seat.
The staff : goes hand in hand with the decor - very hipster looking, I can almost see them having coffee-shop philosophical discussions about what Marx really meant. But they are laid back (whether this is chemically induced or not is tbd) almost blase and helpful. They will not be kissing your butt, fake smiling and asking you what you need every 5 minutes, but if you DO need something, they will come by your table and help you out.
Food: the food is a fusion between Italian (I believe this is what they were going for) and comfort food. Some of my favs are the rosy ravioli and the chicken caesar salad (the best I have ever had anywhere - and I eat a LOT of caesar salad) which comes with a LOT of chicken. Drinks are pricey, and standard. For dessert the dolce de leche and the red velvet and a must. Overall however, the food is nothing spectacular, but you will not leave hungry.
Prices: It is pricier than some places serving the same dishes, but I found their portions pretty big.
I do love this place. It is a safe bet every time I am in the area whether we are looking for lunch or a dinner before going out.
|