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| - Why two stars? In my opinion, if my roast chicken is dryer than my skin after I spent a day in the hot Arizona sun without any lotion, and you're asking me to pay $16 for that and 8 small slices of potato and 20 slivers of overcooked carrot, it's not a successful meal.
I know most everyone has rated this place pretty high - and I really hate to give a non-chain restaurant a bad review, but the 'Meh. I've experienced better' for 2 stars is exactly how I felt.
On the positive side, our waitress was very attentive and I did not feel ignored. Our glasses never went empty, and while I did not imbibe, it seems they have a well stocked bar and some pretty tasty sounding albeit pricey drinks.
And therein lies the crux of my discontent.
I've been to many chic restaurants in many different locations. Call me crazy, but it doesn't concern me the amount of money I spend on a meal, if I feel I got my money's worth. And I don't feel I got my money's worth.
The $4 bruschetta was a delicious concoction of goat cheese/pesto spread topped with a 3/4 inch piece of heirloom tomato, a chiffonade of basil, and a drizzling of balsamic reduction.
The problem? There were two 2 inch pieces. The end.
Although I already cried my woes over the roasted chicken entree, I did not mention that it was neither herby nor garlicky as advertized, and the plating design left something to be desired. I was surprised that there was not a hint of green anywhere on the plate to balance the colors, and it looked sadly bare. Also for being roasted, the chicken skin lacked the crunch I so needed and the potatoes were quite soggy.
The $5 chocolate pot de creme was a smooth chocolate custard made with Vahlrona chocolate.
The problem? It is described as a rich, chocolatey dessert. While it was not horrible (we did finish it, after all...), I've had a lot better and a larger portion for the same price elsewhere. It did not give the Vahlrona chocolate the respect it deserves.
The $5 creme brulee was smooth, but did not have the glassy crackle a good brulee should have. I was hoping it would have been better than the one I make. Sorry Vogue, but it was not an answer to my prayers as you so purport.
In the end, I am still seeking the four star experience that others seem to have had, so I may be trying out the lunch...but if the quality of the food is still lacking, I will unfortunately have to cross this one off my list.
So 'creme brulee afficionados', save your $5. I will give you a recipe for creme brulee that will taste exactly the same and for the same amount of money, you will have a fridge full of custardy goodness.
Chicken lovers, try the steak. Maybe you'll have a better experience.
And above all, O Vogue, hear my prayers. I want to rate you better, but I need better from you.
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