With my budget, 131 Main's prices are a bit beyond what I regularly like to spend on a meal (unless you want a sandwich), so we reserve our visits for special occasions. Like my birthday. And what a delicious birthday treat it was!
We went on the weekend so, of course, there was a long wait of about 90 minutes. We didn't care, though, because (1) it was my birthday, (2) we were waiting for someone to arrive late, and (3) they had a bar. While we waited, I had an awesome glass of red wine. Or two. By the time our table was ready, I was full of glee. And tannins.
I opted for the pork chops...and I never order pork chops in restaurants. I guess "the other white meat" still takes a second (or third) to other meat choices when I order. However, because it was my birthday (I did mention that, right?), I decided to try something new and different. And I was sure glad I did. The pork chop dinner was probably the best pork chops I have ever had. They were very thick and so full of flavor. Upon a return to 131 Main on the next special occasion, I would probably bypass all other options and go right to the pork chops again. They were that good and that memorable. The mashed potatoes weren't half bad either!
I loved 131 Main's classy yet unpretentious atmosphere, too. The dimmed lighting was just right and the decor was very modern.