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| - Finally had dinner at the new 111 Bistro, tonight. Overall, it was an excellent experience. I have traveled the world for over thirty-five years, and I must say "complimenti" to 111 Bistro. The menu is esoteric and filled with variety, from sandwiches, to pastas, to beef, to pork, to lamb, to chicken, to duck. Better, these are not Applebees' crap, warmed in a plastic bag. The duck I had tonight was lightly cooked, flavorful, and juicy. It was served with a green tea black rice garnish that was innovative and delicious. But first, I had a cup (really a bowl) of pasta fagioli, which was fresh, hot and nice.
I ate at the friendly bar, served by a knowledgeable bartender, Anthony. He provided good advice (and facts) about the menu. I had a beer with the soup, a house Malbec with the duck and rice, and a house Riesling with a dessert cheesecake. I followed it all up with decaf coffee, which was as flavorful as good, real, leaded coffee.
I have no relationship with 111 Bistro, at all. I happily paid the bill. First impression was excellent. I'd say:
Menu - 5*
Service - 5*
Food - 5*
Wines - 5"
Prices - $$ (better than fairly priced)
All this in Medina area - priceless.
Medina area is now blessed with two terrific, serious business, fine dining restaurants - both with a casual atmosphere, yet excellent, world class food.
111 Bistro and Thyme 2
We are barely deserving.
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