. . "2014-09-17T00:00:00"^^ . "0"^^ . "3"^^ . "0"^^ . . "0"^^ . "A group of colleagues and I recently held a dinner at BlackFinn for a corporate event; I was stoked of course when I found out that we would be at the EpiCenter and BlackFinn in particular. \n\nWe had booked a room for our event and the privacy was outstanding. Much of the noise from outside was blocked out but enough sound penetrated that we were able to hear the band playing. I was thrilled to hear awesome 90s throwback songs and thought the performers put on an enjoyable show. \n\nThe atmosphere was comfortable, upscale though certainly more relaxed and less formal than some of places you may visit while out and about uptown. I loved the dim lights, dark hardwoods and saloon-feel. \n\nThroughout the evening friendly staff checked in on us but moved around so quickly and stealthily that I hardly noticed their comings and goings. Dessert was amazing... Order the cookie avalanche. I melt at the mere thought of that hot skillet delicacy. Dinner was delicious and I only have one complaint regarding my plate and albeit it is a large one; I specifically requested no pork in my shrimp and grits because I am a strict pescetarian. The meal came, looking and smelling heavenly, and I of course downed most of it. I took the remainder home for leftovers. The next day, I heated it up and upon stirring everything together found multiple small hunks of sausage. Maybe it was the lack of lighting or my sheer hunger, but I had not seen any of these the night prior. I guess whoever was in the kitchen missed those when they picked out the big pieces and served me my meal. \n\nWord to the wise: If someone makes a specific request to hold an item, please let them know if the dish can't truly be altered. There is nothing wrong with having to make another very fine selection from the multitude of excellent choices, and it will leave your patron happier than if they see later, after having eaten most of the meal, a remnant of something that leaves their stomach unsettled and disgusted. \n\nApart from this, I was totally satisfied with having spent my evening at BlackFinn and do recommend to anyone in the EpiCenter to stop by and have a drink at BlackFinn."^^ .