Linguini B.
Yelp
The word Sambal is defined as a hot relish. Sambal, the Irvington riverside staple, relishes in its scenic view of the glorious TZ bridge (yes TZ). But, like the American relish, although it makes a hot dog look like a hot dog, there are better toppings than relish for certain. In fact I don't even know if I've ate relish before, and it kinda looks disgusting... beside the point... I was on a roll, a bun, and I absolutely bungled it. Back on track starting now:
The establishment is only split from downtown by a railroad track - They used to call me rail-splitter in high school. Abraham Lincoln and I share in this decadent moniker - Situated deep in a vast parking lot separated by the petite park, the whistling water and away from the porcelain pups that guard the hilly sidewalks from the fabricated dangers that roam the fair-spoken night.
To be clear, Sambal is known for its vibe. It's view. It's giving... Pisces energy. Water sign, romanticizes Asian fusion, creative and imaginative dishes BUT it avoids the truth. The cuisine is just mid. Very tourist like vibes. Like you're in Europe (yes whatever I travel) and you're near a city center, plaza, duomo whatever and there's a very convenient restaurant with a great view. The food is fine but it's overpriced and you know there are better options but DANG that view.
The service from 4-6pm on a Sunday was quick and solid, but very upfront about wanting you to leave a review on Google. Big time ick. BBG, relax I'll get to it, okurrrr??? Real ones know, if you want the gassy and ungargled truth you come to Yelp. The food was fine, the views were great, the drinks were solid, 3 star for you.
BUT, I do assume I'll be back in the midst of the Fall. When I do make my return, you will hear from me once more as you did before. Sing a new song Linguinitita.