eddie C.
Google
We arrived early for an early dinner, having struggled a bit to secure a booking online. Olivia welcomed us warmly and found us a cozy corner by the window—private, lovely, just right. Our server, Basil, was a gentle, joyful presence, tending to us with care. Even as the restaurant filled to the brim, we never once felt overlooked.
We shared two appetizers and two mains, each dish arriving in generous portions. The standouts? The salt cod croquettes and shrimp linguine. The croquettes were crisp and fragrant, light as air. The linguine, perfectly al dente, cradled four plump shrimp that tasted as if they’d leapt straight from the sea.
The meat dishes, however, didn’t quite hit the mark. The beef tartare leaned too heavy on seasoning, its flavors a touch overwhelming. The breaded baby lamb liver, slightly overcooked, turned out dry and firmer than we’d have liked—some extra moisture would have done it justice. Across the board, a lighter hand with the salt would have been welcome.
Portions were so generous that our appetites—modest by Asian standards—struggled to keep up. So, we settled on just one dessert to finish: a crème caramel with torched apricot. Thankfully, it was flawless.
This restaurant has character, warmth, and good energy. A place that lingers in memory, much like a well-savored meal.
