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short ribs... stellar, succulent, complicated and rich. Would have it again in a minute.
rabbit loin... playful ingredients worked well w a delicately prepared meat.
suckling pig.... large portion, deep flavors, comforting winter fare.
only issues were jamming all patrons near the fire, with 1/2 the resto empty. Noise level became very high, and the acoustics are poor. Speaker by table added to the chaos. Also, I don't like silverware on table in glasses for you to help yourself, cheapens the atmosphere and server did not refill between courses when the used utensils were removed... we had to take from an empty table... twice. Desserts need attention. Three choices were good, but to fill it out with Mitchel's ice creams ... well, you can do better.
That said, I try and rate primarily on food... the ancillary issues will hopefully be fixed as this place evolves after just opening three weeks ago.
server was very knowledgeable and efficient. GM checked on the table and the owner/chef came by as well... all nice touches.
great addition to Lakewood and the West Side. Looking forward to my next visit
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