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| - Went to The Black Pig tonight for boyfriend's 25th birthday.
Service: Waitress was very helpful in answering our questions. I had requested when I made the reservation, to be seated where we could sit perpendicular, or at least a candle on the cake for dessert, anything to acknowledge his birthday. I understand they are not obligated to do this, but all the other restaurants we have visited for birthdays, anniversaries, etc., have always done something extra, at least even just wishing happy birthday. No acknowledgements by The Black Pig. :( Also, for a nice restaurant, where's the bread?
Appetizers:
- Pork Belly: this was the highlight - sweet glaze, tender, melt-in-your-mouth, nice big square. I would go back just for this, order maybe 2-3, and call it a meal.
- Duck Confit: the waitress told us this was fried in fat, then refried again. It was good, but, I've had better.
- Gravy Frites: or otherwise, poutine. Tasty, but dry. Could use more gravy and cheese.
Entrees:
We had a tough time deciding what to get, but finally decided on:
- Ohio Beef: braised short rib was very tender, fall apart, tender. Steak was meh, needed the sauce, otherwise would have not been tasteful. Mushrooms that accompanied the dish was a nice touch.
- Pork Schnitzel: everyone on Yelp raves about this, but somehow, I seem to be missing the point. The waitress also warned us it would be a little dry. Indeed. Needs more sauce. Otherwise, nicely fried. Bits of bacon added a nice touch.
Dessert:
- Financier: small round cake topped with goat cheese cream. I liked the flavor profile, but felt that presentation of this was lacking, and also could have been moister, or maybe even with some ice cream on top. But really, couldn't they have done something nicer with the presentation?? Not even a sprig of mint or other garnish for added color.
Drink:
- Flower Sour: definitely can taste the grapefruit, sourness covered up the alcohol taste, this was pretty good.
Overall, not sure if the service and food (presentation and taste) was worth the price. It came out to around 100 after tax for the above. Filling for two people.
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