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| - Went here for restaurant week after hearing about the fabulous views and a friend had mentioned seeing a write-up on the Chef in a magazine. Well, I should have read the Yelp reviews before going, then I would have more realistic expectations. I started with the tempura clams. They were very good, but they were served with a dressing that tasted right out of the bottle from the grocery store. My friend got an avocado appetizer which was less than impressive. The second course we both got the Kobe beef ribs served over lo mein & bok choy. We were both wondering why on earth if you are going to get one of the best cuts of beef on this planet WHY why why would you drench it in sauce ? Furthermore, the cut of beef was greasy and fatty and it was a short rib WITHOUT the bone. We agreed the fat should have rendered off and it was not cooked properly for that to happen. Additionally, there was literally a pool of lo mein sauce at the bottom of the bowl. For dessert we both got the dulce de leche cheesecake with blueberry compote. It was a rich, dense round 3" disk if you like that, but personally I like a lighter cheesecake [cheesecake factory's dulce de leche cheesecake is MUCH better and larger portion]. Sorry, but I make better blueberry compote and I'm not a chef. My friend got a glass of wine ($11.50) and I got a hot tea ($3.50). The tea was amazing... lavender earl grey. The waitress was very pleasant and prompt. Valet Parking was $7. Bottom line, go for the view, drinks, and an appetizer but don't waste your money on the food.
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