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I had the Aragosta di Salmone ($27). The description begins, "Salmon and Lobster pair delectably well" but the only lobster you get is in the bisque that drowns the entire salmon steak. The bisque was really good, but it was very tomato forward and not very lobster. Plus I really enjoy salmon and i like the fish to speak for itself. I think the dish would have been better off if the bisque were a a mist; not a waterfall. But that's just my personal take on how I like salmon. Doesn't mean the dish was bad.
My mom had the Pork Loin Chops ($20) and my bf had the Rib Eye ($27).
They also had Osso Bucco ($37) and Cioppino ($35).
I'd give this place a higher rating if the prices were slightly lower. After a salad, three entrees, two glasses of wine, and a desert, our bill was $109 before tip.
This place is kind of old Vegas. We went on a Wednesday night and there was a female lounge singer singing old Billie Holiday jams and such on a small stage in the corner. She had a great voice, but the setting was kind of inappropriate. I think if you're to have live entertainment in a low key restaurant, there should be more upholstery everywhere to dither out the sound. Otherwise, the sound is too direct.
The singer was a sweet heart, though. She interacted with the audience and half the crowd there seemed like locals.
They also had a free raffle for a gift certificate for Onyx. It's a nice gesture, but kind of corny for a place that serves salmon for $27.
I thought the color palette of the decor was kind of schitzophrenic, too.
The ladies bathroom was huge, though. For a space you could fit two stalls and a sink in, it was a private bathroom. One john, one sink, and a chill out seat, all to yourself.
There's about twelve tables and booths and a bar. It's a pretty small space, but seems large because it's a perfect rectangle, unbroken up. There's also a bar that seats about eight. The place was at about 40% capacity when we went. Pretty good for a wine and dine joint on a Wednesday night.
Our server was immensely patient, professional, and gracious.
My assessment in a nutshell is that I would go back if I didn't have to pay for it. The food was good, but beyond what I'd like to pay for that ambiance and meal.
#offthestrip #noncasino
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