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| - Just got back from my cousin's birthday gathering. I was kind of skeptical at first because of the number of negative reviews, plus we were coming during Summerlicious and it's sort of an unspoken expectation that the experiences *usually* are not as good since you're paying far less than you would the rest of the year.
With that being said, our server, Will, was FANTASTIC -- incredibly accommodating and attentive (never had to ask for water to be refilled, consistently did quality checks, suggested dishes, made conversation, etc.). The atmosphere is definitely romantic... mood lighting, candles, etc. Perfect for date night... I made a mental note.
I ordered from the regular menu:
App: Broiled goat cheese and arugula salad (also on the Summerlicious menu) - $8
Main: Monkfish and coriander risotto - $24
Dessert: Vanilla Créme Brûlée - $6
I was informed that they didn't have any monkfish, but they'd be happy to give me tuna steak instead for the same price (which would have been $35). When I received it, Will told me that is was cooked medium rare, but if I would like it done differently, they'd be happy to change it. It was delicious as is.
We had an 8-person party, so I can't comment on the 18% automatic gratuity that people have complained about. But I gladly gave an additional tip because the service was really superb. The rest of the party was going to go for karaoke and asked Will if there was a good place nearby. He called his favorite place and even reserved them a room under his name so they would't have to wait.
Great experience; I would definitely go again.
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