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Cracker and I couldn't decide between Union, Delux, and Boehmer. The latter won simply because it was the only one both Cracker and I hadn't tried.
Long story short: Boehmer's service failed at every instance. But the delicious entrees saved it enough to make it blogworthy. In fact, it's the reason it gets a 3, not a 1.
Want the short story long? Read on.
Service was clearly a reflection of inexperienced staff. That's good for the restaurant because it's fix-able with some direction and constructive criticism. Our particular server failed to take away the wine glass from our very cramped table when I said I wasn't drinking. We selected our three choices for the Harvest Menu only to be told that our item was no longer available. We finished ordering only to have her return five minutes later to tell us one of the mains was no longer available. Advising the customer that a menu item is no longer available post-decision is bad service. It should not happen -- much less twice. Adding insult to injury, the food took longer than necessary.
I was hangry by the time the Harvest Plate arrived, but that didn't influence how I felt about it. It was elementary - nothing spectacular about it. Had they had our original choices, I might be singing a different tune.
But again, in the end, the mains were good enough to raise Boehmer above the above:
BC Black Cod $29 - creamy and delicate.
Grilled Hangar Steak $26 - well seasoned, perfectly cooked and surprisingly easy to chew.
The lobster mash, though a touch too salty, was really decadent and the kale was amazing.
I would go back, but only if Union and Delux are both full.
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