The Bird and I have been wanting to try the new Atria's since hearing about its opening. I have never been to any Atria's but have heard good things. We were able to get a 5:45pm reservation but arrived 30 min. early and was able to be seated after a 10 min. wait. (Reservations are recommended). This was NOT the old Brass Rail with a new sign. The inside was completely remodeled with warm and a chic interior. Very nice.
The Bird started with the Crab Bisque which was really good after she let me try a spoonful. I had the Chopped Salad that was a true chopped salad. I was pleased with the nice portion.
Our waitress was very nice and provided great service. (Love it when my drink is almost empty and a newly filled glass appears.)
The Bird ordered off of the winter menu and went with the Beef Stroganoff. It came in a large bowl and she said was very flavorful. She thought it could have had a little more beef or less noodles to make it more balanced. I of course went with the steak. Twin 4oz. Fillets with a crusted horseradish topping. They were tremendous. Perfectly seared, flavored, and cooked (medium was a true medium.). The meal came with mixed vegetables and potatoes. Not a fan of the vegetables and the next time would ask for broccoli or asparagus.
If you know the Bird, then you know we had to try a dessert. The dessert choices were limited but they did have carrot cake so we got a piece to go. It was not a huge piece but big enough to share but we both could have eaten our own piece and not felt too much like a pig. The cake by the way was delicious.
Our bill came in under $60 which I thought wasn't that bad considering the meal, service, and atmosphere. (No alcohol this visit.)
Less than two miles from our home I see this becoming a regular place.
(I just happen to have a lunch meeting there on Monday and am looking forward to trying the large chopped chicken salad.)