Eric S.
Yelp
Food and Service were incredible and what a view.
First, the ambiance was fantastic, the view was incredible, with live music (singer was great), hostess/greater was incredibly nice. I can't say enough good things about this place. The service was impeccable and my server (Ricardo) was fantastic. He upsold every darn thing he could on the menu and I was glad I listened. The chefs were firing on all cylinders for sure.
All his recommendation: The maple old fashion (8 out of 10), the Cesar Salad (8/10), the Sea Bass-imperial style (10 out of 10), and the Creme brûlée (10/10). The only thing I picked was my wine which he okayed after I ordered it, haha. It paired beautifully with the dish.
I showed up wanting a steak with some mushrooms. Nothing crazy but that is what I went in there in mind to order. After Ricardo mentioned the Sea Bass and how it is served the Imperial way (with Crab meat and shrimp), I went back and forth with that and the steak for a bit. But I am very glad I went with the sea bass. WOW, the buttery lemon sauce that came with it, the risotto, the asparagus. This is truly a sleeper meal at this steak house. I am typically not one to get anything at a steak house other than a steak but he spoke so highly of it I had to give it a try. The only issue is, if I go back to Mercury I don't know if I would get a steak or stick with this.
The Cesar Salad was good, fresh parmesan on top light dressing, house made croutons. A nice easy well done salad.
Fish was buttery, fell apart perfectly and melted in your mouth with a slight crisp on the outside, the crab meat was a beautiful combo and paired excellent. The shrimp were explosive with flavor, don't know of a better way to say that, just delicious.
The Crème brulee, was delicious. The right amount of sweetness in the crust paired with the warmth and the coolness of the custard, it was a great way to end the meal. Even though I was stuffed, Ricardo insisted I try it and I ate the whole damn thing.
Easily one of the best meal's I've had in a very long time. So good I had to write a review and I haven't done this in a very long time.
The Restaurant General Manager on duty this evening was Kevin, and I asked to speak with him due to the fact I just really enjoyed the whole experience. He was lovely and we spent a few minutes discussing the meal and experience and led into a bit of small talk, he was great. He has done a great job with his team and the place as a whole. Very Very well done!
I will be absolutely sure to be back next time I am in Dallas. BRAVO Mercury Chophouse.
-Solo Customer, Eric