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| - I have almost gone in to Nico a few times over the past couple of years now. Something from the outside has always intimidated me. This is unusual for me considering I'll go in anywhere that I feel invited. Don't get me wrong, it isn't that this place isn't inviting because it is only, you have to actually make your way through the doors.
Maybe it was the menu out front that always made it feel too fancy? Maybe it was that the reflection on the windows and low seating inside make it appear empty from the outside? I'm not sure whatever prevented me from going in initially, but I am glad we decided upon it finally.
The atmosphere is a bit intimate, I really like the feel. I wouldn't call it hipster but more elegant. Don't let the elegance dissuade you either. I visited in rather casual attire and most of the patrons who were there were also dressed however they wanted to be.
Our waitress was very friendly and attentive. The restaurant wasn't busy at the time since we were between lunch and dinner so my experience may differ from a more busy time.
We started with their octopus which the Man loved! I wasn't as much a fan but only because I was curious as to whether the octopus had a name or if it felt anything while it was being slayed for a meal. I did give it a try and upon immediate taste I felt that it tasted like chicken. I know, but even the consistency was like a breast cooked to perfection. Of course, it didn't really taste like chicken but that is what it reminded me of as far as consistency goes. This was like a real octopus, not strips or any of that calamari, legit large pieces of octopus that was braised for hours. For my main course I decided upon the shrimp scampi, he decided on the sea bass and we got the cheesy potatoes as a side. Though I did enjoy my dish, the flame roasted tomatoes added a burnt flavor that I didn't find palatable. This was an error on my part as the menu did specific they were roasted. The shrimp were large and delicious. He enjoyed his sea bass and had difficulty deciding whether he wanted to eat it all there or take some home. I didn't have a taste of his because I wasn't really willing to share mine. The potatoes? Absolutely delicious! I would go there for a side of potatoes alone! The prices are a bit steep however; it seems the quality of food was up to par therefore the pricing was understandable. I would like to go back and give brunch a try at some point. All of these wonderful places to check out, leave little time to frequent them all more often but I'm sure we'll make it back.
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