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| - Bitters was absolutely wonderful! Before going, we drove by and at home, we checked Yelp and Bitters' website. All looked good and got in the car and went. It was Friday around 4ish. Nice and open and I'll call it a comfortable bright delightful atmosphere. Our server Javelle was outstanding. She was cheerful, helpful and just the right amount of friendliness. As to the food, wow! We ordered three things to share.
The first starter was "BOWL O' RINGS" Shoestring cut onions that were flavored out of this world. I wanted them ALL! Why isn't this on every menu everywhere!? The other starter was "2 Pigs 1 Bowl" aka Pork Nachos. HOLY PIG!!!!! Cracklins / Chicharrones with bbq pork on them with a bit of cheese and something else. I think I've only had cracklins only a couple times in my life. Nothing I care to pay for or order out.... UNTIL THIS DISH! I could have eaten the whole bowl. But the good news is that we loved sharing each of the dishes, because both of us were so happy with everything! Betty tried the Papago Orange Blossom beer and it was really good, with a hint of vanilla making it tastier. When Javelle asked her what kinds of beer she likes, it was her suggestion. Right on the money.
The entree was the Short Rib braised in red wine served with soft cheddar polenta. It was fall off the bone tender, tasted just like my roast beef, with the best polenta I've ever had. (No, I'm not a polenta aficionado but I loved it!)
As to desserts, we were quite tempted, but we had dessert waiting at home. So NEXT time, we are going to try more things and get dessert.
The menu had a few things different than the online menu, but the owner, Erika, told us that she's listening to what people are saying and ordering... adjusting to what works best! It was great that she took the time to answer every question we came up with after our meal. GREAT people, GREAT food and Great atmosphere... we are definitely returning, with friends.
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