Ben C.
Yelp
The restaurant is beautiful. Sophisticated, dark, busy but not frantic. Front reception is very busy but never too busy to be helpful, friendly and kind. It'Great music, always different, loud enough to be engaging, but not too loud. Good sound system. We usually eat at the bar, but there or at the tables, the service is the best in the area. We're older than the average patrons, but I feel like part of the nice Asbury Park crowd. Everything I've eaten across about 10 meals was outstanding. The salads are not overdressed, interesting and a good size. The pate choices are great (Ive had two of the four choices. I've tried several entrees off the menu and have had several specials. My favorite two regular menu items are the skate wing (pan fried, tender and really good) and the duck. Last night the couple next to us shared a porterhouse, which looked delicious. I had a tilefish special last night, which came over lentils with a slightly acidic dressing- a perfect foil for the perfectly cooked fish. This is fine dining with outstanding hospitality and atmosphere. They make us feel special, which is a fine art. I think the price point is excellent - not inexpensive, but an excellent value. Everyone working there embodies hospitality. I don't usually point out individuals in reviews, but Herbie the bartender is a master at his craft. A true professional and a really nice man. This is my favorite restaurant in the area (tied with The Grand, and for OG, Brando's). Outstanding cocktail and wine choices. My only disappointment is that there isn't enough time to order a second stomach from Amazon - or I'd close the place every night.