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| - I wish they had half stars...Because a 4 just isn't good enough of a rating for this restaurant. I rarely give 5 ratings, and would only do so if I've visited a restaurant at least 3 times, eating something different each time. So, since this is my 2nd visit, I'll rate it a 4.5
Both times had a few oysters on the half shell. Now, you may think a Village Bay is a Village Bay, but for some reason, these particular VBs were simply melt-in-your-mouth delicious, with just the right amount of chew and salty sea finish. Over far to fast.
Roasted beet salad was a devine and perfectly proportionate blend of salad greens, beets, candied hazelnuts and whipped goat cheese. The slivers of root veg added the perfect amount of crunch. I thought I had this the first time as well, but this time much more memorable.
First time around I had the lobster tempura cocktail. Found it quite bland actually. It made me realize that lobster should be enjoyed in it's purest essence, not battered and deep fried. Same reason why I never enjoy lobster ravioli.
Charcuterie was good, albeit a bit boring. Terroni's charcuterie is still my fave.
Second time around I had the polenta fries. This is a dish that I will be thinking about tomorrow, and the day after, and will at some point in the near future make special trip just to order take out. What's wrong with deep fried corn muffin anyway? (referring to another Yelp comment). Loved the spicy mayo accompaniment and anything with a sprig of cilantro will win my tongue over any time.
The burger is delicious. The combo of beef and short rib, spiked with the chutney, is a unique and refreshing spin on a standard burg. Great fries as others have noted.
Lastly, can't go without mentioning...while I didn't have dessert either time, there is excellent eye candy all round. ;-)
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