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| - OK, another 5-star. I know it looks like I'm getting soft but this place was truly amazing. Eight friends on a Saturday night was no problem with day before reservations. Different tastes, different backgrounds, some seriously picky eaters to be sure -- all were impressed.
We all shared a bite or two of 5-6 appetizers. I wanted to lick the little empty plates they were all so good.
The wife and I split the Dover sole ($65), de-boned at table side (like the scene from the Julia on Julia movie). It was cooked perfectly and plenty for two to share. After about about half way into it I saw the cut grapes on the side of the dish and scooped one up with a bit of fish...WOW! The flavor was unbelievable; unlike anything I've ever tasted. I told my wife to do the same and she too was blown away.
Rookie mistake! I've eaten at enough good places to know better. Jeez!
Step one: Look at the pretty dish -- take a picture if you must;
Step two: Make a mess out of it and let the ingredients compliment each other;
Step three: Take a bit of everything in one bite and hold on as the flavor profile sends your taste buds into orbit!
Yeah, it was that good. All agreed.
I had a bite or two of the steaks at the table. Again, blown away. I rarely order steaks because I usually make em better. After this, I'm not sure I know how to cook a steak...
We shared one of each of the desserts; like the appetizers, all were delicious. And yes, the cocktails and wine selection were very nice indeed. The ambiance was comfortable and the staff were flawless.
All in all, everyone loved it. Frankly, it may have been the best tasting complete meal I've ever eaten.
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