Brandon W.
Yelp
Nestled on the back of the Proximity Hotel, this employee-owned restaurant prioritizes high quality, locally sourced ingredients and has a wonderfully charming atmosphere. The outdoor seating looks very cute, although it was unfortunately raining the night I went and I didn't get to enjoy it. Inside seating is ample, comfortable, and with a nice upscale feel using dim lighting and minimalist decor.
We made reservations online a few days in advance (very easy) and were seated promptly on arrival. All of the staff we interacted with were professional, friendly, and seemed passionate about their craft. One of them told us he had been there for 17 years, and I'm convinced that man knew every single line of the very extensive wine list.
We ordered a few cocktails, and they were all handsomely presented and tasted great. I indulged in the French onion soup and honestly could have just made a meal out of bowl after bowl of that! It was fantastic. The bread they served before the meal was warm, soft, and delicious. That said, the garlic-tasting spread they included wasn't my favorite but butter is always fair game.
Entrees were the Beef Bourguignon (a hefty serving and fantastic taste!) and the braised duck breast. Food was all around fantastic!
As for desserts, the cake was decent but dry and not my favorite. The Profiteroles were delicious and I would order those again.
Overall, a bit pricey for a meal, but I went here expecting that and desiring an upscale date night. We got exactly what we expected, with great ambiance, great food, and great service!