Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats

I stayed at Hotel Indigo for a conference and decided to try Poets for dinner. I was honestly pleasantly surprised because hotel restaurants can be a gamble, but this one did not disappoint 😌✨. I ordered the Indigo Burger and it was delicious. Juicy, flavorful, and exactly what I needed after a long day. The waitress was amazing. Super nice, very attentive, and patient with all our questions. She even gave us great recommendations, which is always a good sign. The service alone had me impressed. I liked it so much that I came back a couple days later for breakfast. I ordered a simple plate with eggs, bacon, and potatoes, and let me tell you… those potatoes were everything 🥔😍. They had that perfect little crunch on the outside, soft on the inside, and seasoned like someone’s auntie was in the back pouring love into the skillet. They were so good I even recommended them to another potato lover. Overall, Poets definitely exceeded my expectations. Great service, great food, and now I’m slightly obsessed with their potatoes 😂🔥.

We had hot chocolates, seafood eggs Benedict, the house breakfast, avocado toast and banana toast. The food was good! I especially liked the banana toast. The taste of the hot chocolate seemed more like milk had been warmed and chocolate syrup added (better than powdered hot chocolate). Service was a little slow but maybe they were not used to the large crowd Army Navy game brought in.

⭐️ – A Breakfast That Left a Bad Taste… Literally and Figuratively 🍳☕🚫 Had breakfast at Poets Restaurant (inside the Indigo Hotel), and unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience from the moment I walked in. When I arrived, I was immediately told, “We’re short-staffed,”—no “Good morning,” no “Welcome,” just straight into the disclaimer. Not the warmest way to be greeted before coffee. Once I was seated, the waitress walked over and said, “If you just want coffee, sit at the bar.” I told her I wanted to eat as well, but she didn’t really listen—just pointed out that I already had water and walked away. Again, no greeting, no acknowledgment, no basic hospitality. It took 10–15 minutes before she returned to take my order. I asked for the eggs benedict, which, when it arrived, was so over-salted it was almost inedible. I managed maybe a fourth of the plate before giving up. The coffee was forgettable too—flat, weak, nothing special. But honestly, the worst part wasn’t even the food. It was the atmosphere, which felt unwelcoming, rushed, and inattentive. At no point did I feel like a guest, or even like a customer. It felt like I was in the way. Bottom line: The setting may look nice, but the service was cold, the food was disappointing, and I walked out more annoyed than full. Definitely would not recommend, and I won’t be returning.

Despite the reservation m ix-up, I still give the restaurant 5 stars. The restaurant was clean, had a nice atmosphere, and I loved the comfortable chairs. My waiter was wonderful!! He suggested I think its called the Seafood Salad and it was SO GOOD! I ate everything except the croutons!!!! Listen to him (I think his name is Christian) when he suggests food!! It wasn't crowded due to tables being reserved for different times. The bar looked like a nice place to sit and the bartender seems friendly from where I was sitting. The crowd was more mature, more of my vibe. I had a great time and I would return.

I grabbed breakfast here while staying at Hotel Indigo. It was busy! Try to make a reservation if you can. Despite the crowd, Alisha at the bar made sure I was well taken care of and was honest about the wait upfront. The food was delicious! I got the avocado toast and breakfast potatoes which were so crispy and delicious. Highly recommend both!

Excellent service at the bar. Really good crab cake sliders and fries.

This place has been on my list to go to for over a year. It took over an hour for our food to come out and the quality was poor. I’m really surprised by the reviews. The salad I got, the dressing tasted like mayonnaise…overcooked salmon, cold blackened shrimp. The crab cake was good but tiny. My boyfriend’s steak was okay but not worth the price. I definitely would not come back. Sadly.

Jeff was our oh so professional and kind waiter. He had a great and pleasant personality. Super down to earth and excellent in service with our order. He knew the menu and what was available for us to enjoy. Jeff is top notch and so was the front desk staff that suggested we come back for live jazz on Thursday evenings. The food was tasty. The crab cake could have been a bit better but overall everything was delicious. The cheese cake was a special treat we enjoyed. Thanks Jeff, Indigo hotel staff and Poets Modern Cocktails & Eats. We had an enjoyable evening 😊

I met up with a friend here the other night for cocktails and they were great! The service was amazing. We had their Golden Hour signature cocktail. It was perfect. I loved that it was really low-key and really pretty in there. We could talk and laugh and there wasn't a lot of people. A great stop to begin your evening.

This bar has the bonus of being across the street from my favorite space in baltimore so any time I have an event to go to at Enoch Pratt I stop in here first. The happy hour cannot be beat. Its a great place to meet up with a small group of friends before your night out or to have a bigger event. The last time we went there was a larger meet up but there was enough space for all. Always get good service here and you can always get a well made drink. Keep in mind this is also a hotel so the food options are pretty standard and wont blow you away but if you need a filling salad or a quick sandwich and fries you will definitely be covered here

This place delivers a genuinely welcoming experience from the moment you walk in. The service feels attentive and authentic, not forced, which is rare these days. You can tell there's real care put into making guests feel comfortable and remembered. The menu may be focused, but everything is done with intention and solid execution. The atmosphere is relaxed, fun, and perfect for spending time at the bar or enjoying a casual meal. It's the kind of spot that makes you want to stay longer than planned and come back again. Easily a place I'd recommend to anyone looking for good vibes and reliable quality.

My work bestie and I recently visited Poets Modern Cocktails and Eats at Hotel Indigo, and it continues to be a hidden gem. We first discovered it during a holiday luncheon late last year and vowed to return. This time, we started with wings--half Honey Old Bay and half Honey BBQ. The wings were perfect, with crispy skin and juicy, tender white meat. For the main course, we both ordered the Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta. While the noodles could have been cooked a bit longer, the flavor was spot on. The portion size felt a little smaller than we remembered, but it was still filling. Overall, I highly recommend visiting this spot. The food is top-tier, and I'm looking forward to coming back in the evening to try their cocktails!

A hotel bar is a hotel bar. Unless it has great food, attentive staff, comfy seating, and is a well-lit hub of the lobby's activity. We ate breakfast here twice, as it is also the hotel's principal restaurant. (This is an IHG Indigo Hotel.) Had drinks here one afternoon, and even sat at the bar to read the newspapers I bought nearby. Not your cookie cutter, corporate, tacky hotel bar. A truly unique space to meet friends and family. Glad it was here, and it makes my interest in returning to this fine hotel even greater than it would have been. And look, I agree with the late Anthony Bourdain - don't always drink at hotel bars - venture out into strange cities and go where the people who work at the hotel drink. Agreed. But every now and then, the ease of having a cold one 8 floors beneath your room beckons. Cheers!

I came to Poets because I go wherever Brittni goes! Excellent service , genuine empathy and she remembers everyone's name. In a time where customer service is hit or miss , you get a real one at Poets with Brittni. The food is quite tasty despite a limited offering. They do however do what they do, very well! Try the Poet wrap ... Yo , I'm a friggin poet.... Skurt Skurt. Gang Gang Lol , no I'm kidding. It's my birthday and I've had several drinks at the bar with Brittni. Stop thru, it's awesome!!!

I stopped by for a quick meal before catching an Amtrak train! The lobby/restaurant area had a lot of seating and they happened to have a jazz band on Thursday night. There is WiFi and outlets if you need to get work done! The food was decent but on the more expensive side.

Great food, great service. Always like to eat here for breakfast when I stay at hotel indigo!

Poets Modern Cocktails and Eats was in the lobby of our hotel. We stopped in three times during our stay due to convivence. It has a great atmosphere. The first stop was for dinner. Food was good, however, it was disappointing that the only vegan/vegetarian option was a simple salad. They need to have more to offer on their menu for guests with dietary needs. We ordered a salad and a burger. The burger was good, the salad was lack luster. We were lucky enough to catch happy hour, so our drinks were $7 each. The next time we stopped in, we had afternoon cocktails. They were light on the alcohol, but heavy on the price. We paid $36 with a tip for 2 cocktails. The third time we stopped was for breakfast. Skip the coffee. It was more water than coffee. We ordered pancakes, a yogurt parfait and a side of breakfast potatoes. The potatoes were deep fried, and gross. Breakfast was $56. All three times, service was extremely slow. At breakfast, we waited 45 minutes for pancakes and yogurt. Do not go here if you are in a rush or want options, or do not want to leave your savings account behind. Not impressed.

Always a cozy spot with good drinks, excellent customer service and delicious food!! Go get you some!!!

We arrived late in the evening, so we decided to grab a bite in the lobby of Hotel Indigo. Customer service was pretty solid. The vibe was cool and low-key. The food was okay. It was sufficient for dining in a hotel lobby and for a quick meal if you do not feel like leaving the hotel. The hummus was pretty good. The pita that was on the platter with the hummus was just cold and flat. The curly fries and wings were okay. The wings had a good flavor; they just were not cooked as well as I would have liked them. Again, it's nothing to rave about, but you won't starve if you do not want to leave the hotel.

I stayed at the hotel for a few days, but only tried the breakfast. The service at breakfast was very attentive, friendly, and efficient. It has a chill atmosphere & comfortable seating. The side of bacon was thick, crispy & well cooked. The griddle pancakes were perfect. They were light & fluffy, golden & delicious (even before adding butter or syrup), & had just the right amount of sweetness.

Lovely spot, nice hotel, and great people! Super thankful to be able to have such comfort food in the midst of Baltimore so close to the Walters Museum. The ambience was calm and casual, and everyone seemed very comfortable. The seats right next to the window seemed like a dreamy location to have tea or coffee or a short meal with a friend or chat for hours. I was at a table with my friends, and we were very much not ignored, and Served very comfortably and well. Alisha, I think her name was, was very attentive and playful with all of us. Despite our hunger, she made the weight very short, and got us out her food very quickly. The food was hot, when it was supposed to be hot, and the salads were so refreshing. Each flavor was a different, each texture was on point, and all of us were so comfortable and so happy to be there. This was a modernized comfort, food, like poetry being read to us and consumed with each bite. Super thankful and grateful for great service and food in the middle of town!

I can only speak for the drinks at this place so keep that in mind as you read along. I have popped in a few times as its near the library and any time I have an event to attend there or anywhere nearby I pop in for a drink. The bartenders are usually really nice and have a good working knowledge of cocktails. They also have a really comprehensive bar so if they don't have the spirit you are looking for they have something very similar. I doubt i'd actually try the food just because there are so many options nearby but I will always pop in for drinks.

Not a food review- just a huge thumbs up for the beverage. The bartender is a bartender... not a bottle opener or popping a can of prefab mixer. I ordered a Pimms Cup and it was crafters well. Enjoyable place right off the hotel lobby of Hotel Indigo.

We came in for drinks so I can't speak to the food. What I can say is that the place is comfortable and stylish with great management. Bottle service was outstanding--,I believe the manager is an actual sommelier. Surprisingly, bottles are actually very reasonably priced so you can treat yourself and not feel fiscally irresponsible afterwards. I give bonus points to any place where the bathrooms offer lotion in addition to soap. Being rewarded for good hand hygiene with hands that look like you've been playing with chalk gets old. Thank you for saving me from that fate, Poets.

Popped in for lunch before heading to Walter's Art Museum--I've been here before and it still was hard to find: INSIDE the INDIGO Hotel! *Free parking across the street with a entree purchase--just bring your parking coin to the concierge before leaving! Bouchard Chardonnay $12 Riesling $10 (over priced for Chateau St. Michelle) Lexington Market Salad $25 Shrimp Salad Wrap $17 Food is fresh and the portions are perfect!

I had about an hour to kill before me train from pen station. This location was a great place to stop by for a quick drink and food. It is less than 5 minutes from that train station. The happy hour wine is about $6 a glass and I believe the some of the beers are around the same price during happy hour. The poets wrap was delicious! It came in a veggie wrap with chicken, onions, lettuce, bacon, and a speciality sauce. I sat at the bar and was attended to quickly but I did not feel rushed by the bartender. Overall I would definitely come back to stay at the hotel or stop by the cocktail bar again if I have time between my next train.

Lightly fried mild nice flaky moist fish, crispy slaw with a sweet spicy drizzle and perfectly prepared tortillas

Several aspects of this meal could have been greatly improved upon. For one, lots of the dishes didn't come out correctly. One person ordered a salad with salmon but it arrived with shrimp instead. Anither person ordered pasta with chicken and shrimp but got only the chicken. Most of the entrees had some kind of issue, but my crab cakes were very good. Now you may be wondering why we accepted the food this way, but we had to. We were going to see a concert that started at 7:30. We had reservations for dinner at 5:30 and started with drinks. Our food orders were in by 6 PM but it was almost 7 when the food arrived. We ate fast and ran to the show but we still missed the start. After the show we went back, because we were staying at the Hotel Indigo. Although we got in the bar during last call, they were so busy they said they couldn't serve us, because they had to cut off serving at 11. So this place has pretty terrible service. And they had a bad attitude about it also. It's not the worst place ever, but there are a lot of other places to get a better meal with more efficient service with less attitude.

Context is important. This is a hotel restaurant. It is not the passion project of a lifelong hospitality specialist. Given that context this place is great. Interesting decor, connected to the primary lobby, so feels lively, friendly service, nice tableware, comfortable chairs, and good coffee.

My aunt and I frequent the bar at Poets Modern Cocktails and let me just say it's definitely more of a sit at the bar and let the bartender amaze you with an eclectic drink. My aunt often plays a game and lest the bartender make her a drink while she closes her eyes and guess all the ingredients. It's a good time and I would imagine a fun date. As for me, I'm a whiskey lover and they have a great selection. I recommend a whiskey flight if you want to try a few that maybe you haven't tried just yet. Hunter is there and always makes the best suggestions. As for the food, the only thing I get that I feel is amazing is the Lexington salad. It is delicious. A little pricey but worth it. Get there early before it sells our, and trust me it will. The chef is amazing and comes and makes sure everyone is enjoying her food. The wings are tasty but really small. The fries are delicious. Everything is just ok if I'm being honest. It's a nice atmosphere in a bustling hotel lobby so I definitely think it's a good place to hang out and have drinks. Parking is a little bit tricky. I have had to walk a block or two but nothing crazy.

Great neighborhood restaurant inside the Hotel Indigo. Complete menu from apps, entrees, to deserts. Don't forget the hand crafted drinks at the bar. Maris gave us great service, so if she is working, say hi!

I had a large salad and plenty of mix-ins to keep my taste buds happy. The location confused me at first, but my group soon found it and was seated almost right away. It's a classy spot with plenty to enjoy, look at, and easy access from the street. My group ordered quite a bit but our server was kind and made great recommendations. We didn't wait too long and noticed many families gathered there. We ate and chatted merrily without disturbances from others. And the spot and service was worth a more generous tip because of the lunch time rush that came with being so popular!

This place is a hotel restaurant. Could be a good place to get a cocktail before a show, however the food side is pretty bad. We went during lunch on a weekday and was one of two tables (the other being a table drinking). Service was good however the kitchen took an ice age to make two sandwiches, two appetizers, and a salad. It was close to 40 minutes. Food is hotel food. It's fine, but nothing to remark on. Also negative points as the restaurant is pretty much in the hotel lobby and the acoustic are jarringly loud. I'd skip this place unless you only want a drink at the bar or are desperate.

~ It's funny because I drive past this hotel every day & even stayed here once. Still, never looked to come to eat here until seeing it on Yelp. Met my homeboy here for breakfast and it was very nice. My waitress was great with her recommendation, and I also met the bar manager and had some laughs with her. Other staff members recognized me ( yes ya boy Diesèl is special) from when I stayed there and instantly come over to show love with hugs and hellos. My type of energy. I got the seafood omelet which came with potatoes and toast. I usually don't eat potatoes that come out in little cut-up pieces like this. But they were boooooomb !! My omelet was perfect. Wasn't overcooked like a lot of places do & was filled with toppings. Wanted to try some special cocktails, but it was too early and the bartenders hadn't arrived yet. So, I got a couple of Long Islands which weren't bad. No valet is causing you to park on the street, which I was able to do because it was Sunday morning. But, there is a parking garage directly across the street. Bathroom and sparkling clean as well. I'll def be back because I have to witness their happy hour crowd, and diner menu as well. Hope you enjoy it. ~ #TeamDiesel4Evaaaa

Poets is a marvelous restaurant bar in the NY-style boutique Hotel Indigo. The food is very tasty, reasonably priced. Great selection of beers and craft cocktails. The wings are phenomenal. I recommend this place for nice drink and light dinner after work or a night cap if you live downtown or in Mt. Vernon. It's minutes away from the Inner Harbor & The "Charm'tastic Mile" (CTMB-1.3).

It's your typical hotel bar. I ate here twice on my trip and had the same bartender both times. She was attentive and personable. The food was decent, too. I tried the tuna sandwich and crab cake sandwich. Both were good, but I thought the crab cake sandwich tasted better. I don't think I would go out of my way to eat here again, but it' a solid food/drink option if you're staying at the hotel or nearby.

Small restaurant in the hotel lobby. Was pretty decent! Breakfast menu was large. My panini was good and filling and the fruit cup was a nice touch. I'd recommend trying if you happen to be staying at the hotel (hotel indigo).

I love this bar but honestly a bar is a bar is a bar. Hunter& JR make this bar. The crowd they attract are all cool as hell. My partner and I have come here every week since we found this place and we are smitten. The drinks are amazing, the crowd is cool, it's a win/win all around.

Poets is located in lobby of the Hotel Indigo. We dined at Poets two times during our recent stay is Baltimore. The lobby and the restaurant space are hip and elegant. The first meal we had was a late lunch. We ordered the CHARCUTERIE BOARD -chef's selection of local cheeses, and cured meats, EDAMAME POT STICKERS served with sweet chili sauce and ARUGULA SALAD -arugula, grilled watermelon, pecans, seasonal berries, goat cheese, and balsamic vinaigrette. My wife also ordered an oyster and artichoke soup that was really good and I skeeve artichokes. The other plates we had were also quite good and refined. For breakfast we had the waffles and the SEAFOOD OMELET-lump crab, diced tomatoes, cheddar cheese, served with breakfast potatoes and choice of toast. The omelette was excellent and a fairly large portion. The prices at Poets were reasonable for being in a hotel. The service was also very good. 4 solid Yelp stars

The draw for poets is the cool, modern, swanky feel! It's right inside the lobby of the hotel indigo and you just feel trendy being in there. They have a big bar with lots of options! I haven't tried any of their food yet, but it looks decent! The drinks and bartenders are very nice.

The big attraction here is the cozy but trendy setting with great colors and layout. The bar crowd of regulars is interesting and friendly. Table service for food has been fairly poor every time I've eaten there. The servers are pleasant but forget things or mix up orders. The food is decent but not outstanding.

The Lexington Market Salad is all that! Cocktails and Beer availability is always great. Now for the service. Sometimes it's touch and go. It makes no sense that there is only 1 bartender and a slew of kitchen staff present. It looks dis-proportioned. The bartender seemed overwhelmed. When a bartender is overwhelmed and patrons are left unattended, their tip takes a hit. I think they should have 2 bartenders on for the weekend. ( I came here on a Saturday evening). Otherwise I'd patronize again.

Poets is a nice, casual restaurant on the side of the lobby of the Hotel Indigo. It is great for visitors to the hotel, as well as hungry neighbors. The bar is fully stocked, and the bar tenders are skilled. Although some of the patent leather on the bar stools is showing its age, they are still very comfortable, clean, and the space is very inviting. The menu has a good bit of variety and local flavors, and even though it isn't overwhelming, there is certainly something for everyone.

Last night I had the crab jalapeno dip and crab cakes for dinner...AMAZING!! This morning I had the Avocado Toast with a side of bacon...OMG yummy!!! Staff caring and willing to share, food delish... ambiance wonderful and joyful. Great spot.

Went here for NYE and had an awesome time. Christian was our waiter. He was funny, knowledgeable and patent. Location: chic, trendy, and modern. Great place to meet for first date (responsible prices), coffee/tea, business meeting or happy hour. No valet, ample street parking and garage parking. Fireplaces in the winter which adds a cozy feel. Staff: friendly and willing to assist. Food: drink- blueberry (something) is super good! The onion rings must try, seafood salad wow, burger excellent. Their dessert menu needs a little more options. This is really a great place to get quality food for a meal with alcohol for 20-25 dollars. Large portions which are great for sharing. Will surly be back. They also serve breakfast which is nice too.

It was my first time at Poets. The environment is nice and comfy. The staff is super friendly and helpful. The food took some time to get to our table but it was delicious. Everyone had a great time. Highly recommend!

Such a cute place. The atmosphere is something that I never get used to because it's just so darn cute! I've had some good experiences here and really enjoy the vibe especially when they have live music. I typically spend my time at the bar. I've gone by myself and with larger groups and had some good experiences. Drinks are pretty good. I like the happy hour specials. They have some good cocktails too that are on the menu that I've enjoyed. Food. I mean the food is just okay. Nothing that I am dying to go back and get. For example I had the Cajun shrimp and chicken pasta, and the noodles were overcooked. Though I did like the little "kick" it had, it wasn't as tasty because of the noodles. I also thought the shrimp would be blackened shrimp, but it wasn't. Overall: Looks and feels good. Food is just okay. Drinks are pretty good.

Pay attention to the mounting bill. There will be sticker shock otherwise. Drinks are good. There currently is no wine program of interest.

I wasn't aware that this restaurant was located inside Hotel Indigo when I was invited, but on a Sunday, it was easy to find and parking was available within a block. I came in the morning while the breakfast/brunch menu was still available. I planned on lunch, but we couldn't split between breakfast and lunch at the table, so I was okay with breakfast. The atmosphere of the restaurant is very inviting and comfortable. The decor is amazing as well. There were only a few other parties in the restaurant at the time, so our server was very available and very good at explaining the menu and getting us what we wanted. My friend and I stayed for over 3 hours, and ended up checking out the lunch menu-- but ended up with some dessert drinks (for adults)! I enjoyed the food and the overall vibe, I'm looking forward to coming back for dinner.

So I came here on a whim since I was going to be in the area for the day and I was very impressed! This restaurant is located inside of Indigo hotel and I had to say it has a great vibe. There were plush chairs scattered throughout the dining room area along with a very nice looking bar in the back. Upon walking in, the waiter greeted and seated me very quickly and was very friendly and attentive. Once I sat down, I ordered the "Lexington Market Salad" and a glass of Riesling. The salad was AMAZING, the blackened shrimp was cooked really well, the salmon was amazing as well as the crab cakes. The salad looked so good that the company I was with took one look and ordered the same thing! Afterwards, I ordered the "Blackberry cocktail" (I cannot remember the official name of the drink), however this was equally as good. My only gripe that I had with my experience here is that towards the end, our waiter sort of disappeared. I felt like he continued to be attentive towards an elder couple but then after a while dropped the ball on us. Overall, it was a great experience though and even with this one complaint, I would still come back as the food and service was very good!

I'm not sure why I even try crab; legs, cakes, claws.....I guess I'm a sucker for a gimmick? Anyway, ordered the crab cakes. They were large, and delicate flavor was good. Got a free $4 glass of Pinot Grigio with my $29.00 purchase, so felt slightly less guilty about $14.50/cake: Hey it's CRAB!!.....yeah. How cooked are these things supposed to be? Who knows, tasted good although room temperature? Browned a little but couldn't be certain about quality. Service was great, and terrific atmosphere in the Indigo Hotel.

Would not recommend eating here... the food was awful. We got a salmon and spinach salad and the crab cakes. The crab cakes were heavily breaded and the sides were inedible. The saffron rice was soaked in oil/butter, the green beans came out of a can. The salmon was heavily over cooked. It was so expensive for food I would have sent back. The menu online is not correct. Went in hoping to order the fish tacos or the Poet's wrap, neither of which were actually on the menu. Extremely disappointed. 2 stars - because the service was excellent. Our server was extremely nice and efficient. The crab dip was ok. Will not be returning. Also, we went for a birthday and I asked to bring my own cake, there is a $20 cutting fee.

I decided to try this spot with a girlfriend and we loved the decor and ambiance. She decided on the Avocado and Crab salad with vegetable soup as an appetizer. I chose the Lexington Market Salad which had an abundance of seafood (salmon, shrimp, with crab cake) incorporated into a traditional Caesar. Our server Anthony was superbly attentive and gave great descriptions of each entree. There was a slight issue with flies, but we will certainly visit this venue again.

Our waiter JR was at our table as soon as we sat down he was very friendly and did a great job the whole time we were there. I had the Maryland crab cake sandwich w/onion rings and they were delicious!! We also ordered the honey bbq wings they were the best I have had probably anywhere. He ordered the Lexington market salad topped w/shrimp, salmon & crab balls that I could have made sliders with, the shrimp had a little kick to it but was awesome as well. I highly recommend, This place has a great atmosphere & I will definitely be back again!

Here for Restaurant Week, understand portion sizes may be reduced. 30 minute wait for starters to arrive after ordering. 10 people in dining room so what's the reason for the delay at 8:15? Charcuterie looks and tastes like prepackaged meat from fancy section of Safeway with crackers from their respective aisle. Onion rings are friggin delicious yet $1 per ring. Seriously 8 rings of various sizes =$8.  Now the sins of a restaurant: Hanger steak. Maybe 4 ounces (waiter could not provide wright prior to ordering). PRE-SLICED when it arrives and the table. My guess: they spread the meat on the plate so it looks like a substantive portion. No horseradish in described "horseradish mashed potatoes." Undercooked potatoes too. Would not expect a crunch if I'm eating mashed potatoes.  Lukewarm proteins and sweetened molten centers of barely-there crab hush puppies. Ribeye was thin and thin in flavor. Not sure which farm they got this from but they sliced in half a typical ribeye portion. Demi glace requested on side must have been missed on the POS order. Dessert. Whoooo boy. Not the only restaurant guilty of offering one choice for Restaurant Week, but BREAD PUDDING, with no GF sub? Ice cream perhaps? Bread pudding contains 90% egg and Hershey's chocolate syrup. No spice, ice cream, or whipped cream Cocktails fairly unoriginal. More interesting  at your local Fridays with unlimited apps for $10. Bartender eating dinner AT BAR. Never allowed in restaurants at this higher end.  Redeeming qualities: service was professional but brought desserts early while other guests at the table were still eating entrees. Server was a champ with refilling waters though. Tasy spicy pickle wrapped around tuna-watermelon (couldn't taste the 2nd part) tartare. Lastly good call to offer choice of wine or beer included with Dinner option for Restaurant Week. Wish more restaurants did this for RW. Come on Poets. Show some orginality. You are in a sweet geographical spot. May this be constructive criticism. Speaking of question the cook and research 4 star and above restaurant's cocktail menus for inspiration. Otherwise "Modern Cocktails & Eats" is a misnomer.

I met Kim before coming here and she recommended I check it out so my mom and I came for brunch. Kim greeted us instantly when we came in and was super kind as she was before. When I say the service here is excellent, the servers constantly came to make sure we were alright. It was a rainy day but the energy was so cheeky and cheery. My BBQ burger was great as well as the fries. The presentation was so good as well. I wish I'd had my graduation dinner here since the ambiance is so great and there's definitely room.

Had lunch here while participating in a work retreat in a conference room upstairs. We ordered our food ahead of time and came down to the table where it was delivered to us. I got the orzo bowl with chicken and it was delicious. I wish I could have eaten the whole thing. The sun dried tomatoes were great. Other people got crab cakes and sandwiches or the market salad which was enormous. It's pricy for lunch but in line with the atmosphere. The portions were quite large as well. It's a long hike from my office, so I can't walk there easily but if you are in the area, it's a nice place to eat.