Jan N.
Yelp
We wanted someplace different; preferably French, quiet, and relaxing, to celebrate our anniversary. We had just moved to the area and had a few favorite places, most of which were quite loud and sometimes chaotic. We even went to the top-rated French restaurant previously, but found it ear-splittingly loud, with extremely slow service, high prices, and only adequate food.
This place, however, was perfect! It was tastefully decorated, low-key ambiance, with pleasing background music, dim lighting, comfortable seating (even a throw pillow in the booths for extra comfort!), attentive wait staff, and truly excellent food.
To start, we shared the indescribably delicious short rib croquettes. There were three on a platter, and had a unique blend of flavors. They were generously sized, but we finished them quickly.
I had looked at the menu on their website prior, and thought I wanted a Croque Monsieur, but wasn't too disappointed that it wasn't on the menu. Instead, I got the French Dip. Rather than the stringy, gristly slices of beef I've had in other places, this was a fresh French roll stuffed with large nuggets of tender, juicy, , perfectly done beef, with just the right amount of tangy horseradish sauce. Additionally, the sandwich was bias cut, to make it easier to dip the corner into the accompanying au jus. It came with their wonderful, skinny, crisp, and perfectly seasoned fries.
My partner had the Butcher Burger, and said it was thick, tasty, and delicious.
I had iced tea, and rather than serving it in small juice glasses ;as did the "top-rated" French restaurant, this was in a proper tall iced tea glass, which was refilled constantly, without my having to ask. My partner had a lemonade, which was also good, and also replaced with a new glass when empty; but, there is a per-drink charge for the lemonade, unlike the tea.
For dessert we chose the dark chocolate cheesecake, which was unique, smooth, and delicious, sprinkled with candied toffee pieces.
I would highly recommend this place for a definitely upscale experience, excellent food, great ambiance, excellent food, and reasonable prices.