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| - Have to say, I was really impressed with this place. We had a party of six, and were looking for a nice, quiet night out with the family. First impression was a little bad, since instead of having a host seat us, there was just a sign that said "Please Proceed to Bar Area", and then had to find a bartender that was free to seat us.
After being seated, however, I don't have a single complaint about anything with regards to the service. Our server was Stephan, and he was approachable and friendly, and very knowledgeable about the menu, and enthusiastic about the food. It seemed like he never missed a beat the entire evening. Our water was filled constantly all evening.
The decor was a bit of an eclectic mix, with glass-bead chandeliers to give a bit of a classic feel, dark wood tables with a bit of a rustic feel, modern art for a contemporary feel, and the table settings were a bit art deco. Oddly, it all meshed really well. The bathroom was nice, as well, with a black toilet and glass bowl sink.
The view was amazing, since the restaurant was on the second floor of a two-story building on a hill, and the glass floor-to-ceiling windows give you a great vantage point.
The food was reasonably priced for what they were, and the presentation was good. They started with fresh, warm sourdough bread and butter, and we ordered the special appetizer Salmon Tartare, along with an order of the Crab Cakes. The salmon tartare was great, with a mixture of avocado, wasabi and ginger, and basil/mayonnaise sauces, and the crab cakes were a good blend of crunchy and chewy that all crab cakes should have. I think it could've used a bit more of the sauce, as it seemed there wasn't enough for both cakes. I ordered the special of the evening, a chicken pot pie with sliced mushrooms and bacon and a hint of truffle, and also shared a piece of everything else everyone ordered. Oddly, despite liking everything that was served, the chicken pot pie was the best I had ever tasted, and I doubt I will ever have one like that again. Steaks were cooked to order, and I sampled the filet mignon, the porterhouse, and the strip steak, and oddly of all of them, I think the strip steak was the most flavorful, and was the cheapest.
Of the sides, I highly recommend the hot potato salad and the sauteed mushrooms, while I did not like the scalloped potatoes at all. The seafood platter was excellent, as well, with the sauce a perfect mixture of cream and spice. The only thing I didn't get to try was the lobster, as no one wanted one but me, and I didn't want to spend the extra $35 just for myself. They had a good selection of wines, but as the designated driver, I was unable to partake.
Since it was a birthday celebration, the chef made a special crepe with strawberries and whipped cream sauce drizzled with chocolate mousse, and it was the perfect ending to the meal. As dessert was being served, a live band started to play in the bar area, and I enjoyed hearing those classic songs as we departed.
Overall, great meal, great experience, and great restaurant! I think it is a great neighborhood restaurant, and wish it success in the future. We'll be back!
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