Ally B.
Yelp
Aesthetics on point, but the food was even BETTER! I stumbled into this place, solo eater, as I was in the area for volunteer work and was recommended to go by a colleague.
The place was so cute and the hostess helped me right away as soon as I walked up. I said table for one, and was given 2 choices where to sit (which I appreciated). I sat by the window so I could get a view of the street and watch the passersby.
I was greeted by my server, Jessie, who was absolutely fantastic.
NOTE: To my surprise, I read on their menu that their dishes are meant to be shared by 2 or more people.
I was concerned for a moment and asked Jessie for her suggestion/advice on what to order, as it was just me. She guided me through the menu with care and consideration. I appreciated her taking the time and being so sweet! Quality customer service, 5/5.
Based on her recs, I ordered: Crudo (striped bass sashimi, coconut milk aguachile, kiwi, jicama, cilantro oil) @ $22, the Beef Kabob Skewer @ $7 per skewer, and the hummus & date labneh @ $4.50 per dip and 2 pieces of focaccia @ $2 per piece.
I also indulged in their signature cocktail, the Limelight (Kaffir Lime Leaf Infused Vodka, cucumber, lime, ginger beer) @ $15. The cocktail was refreshing, but I'm biased since I love ginger beer and lime.
The star of the meal was most definitely the crudo with an aguachile sauce. Not spicy like typical aguachile, but there was a depth in flavor and creaminess to the sauce due to the coconut milk. The sauce was pleasantly light and paired with the bass well, only suggestion was that it could have benefitted from some citrus. The hummus was also a favorite - don't skip!
If you are expecting traditional, stronger Middle Eastern flavors, expect to be surprised as it take "modern Mediterranean" seriously and is experimental in the best ways. Would definitely come again with a few friends to try more dishes.