Forty-Six, as in forty six chromosomes. Not what you would expect for a restaurant right?
The interior of the restaurant, however, has nothing to do with science. The walls are constructed with bricks, the ceiling is strung with simple lights, and the booths and tables are made with dark, warm wood. The only thing science-y is the logo of Forty-Six, a fork and spoon that are twisted together in a double helix (like DNA), and a few quotes upon the walls from famous inventors and researchers.
While the restaurant certainly exudes a classy atmosphere, their prices are ridiculously reasonable. Rarely do I read a menu and want to order every single item, but here at Forty-Six, I had to sit there for quite some time before I finally made my choice. Everything sounded so good and at the price charged, it was an absolute steal!
For lunch, I got the salmon BLT with a side of pasta salad. Unfortunately, the restaurant had run out of the brioche bun, so I opted for wheat bread instead. Complimentary house baked chips were served in a black basket that tasted crispy and not the least bit oily. Some pieces were a tad bit stale, but the chips were salted extremely well.
My sandwich, however, was PERFECT. The fish filet was beautifully seasoned with a good, toasted char on top, mimicking the "bacon" in the classic BLT. The vegetables, such as the arugula, lettuce, and tomatoes, were vibrant and fresh while the tarragon mayo sauce was deliciously creamy and added a nice contrast to the crispy bread. The pasta salad was a tad bit under seasoned, but I loved the smell of the bell peppers and cucumbers.
I was undeniably impressed with Forty-Six, from the presentation of the food to the unbelievable prices. While I may not understand the connection between the restaurant and genetics, I must stay that Forty-Six certainly knows food.
A beautiful gem of Kannapolis!