Elizabeth D.
Yelp
Chef Ganesh is AMAZING!
Did you know he also has his PhD in biochemistry?? I definitely think the chemistry plays a role in his food because the flavors are so complex and well-rounded and all of the dishes are a wonderful mix of sweet, spicy, and umami!
This cute little spot in the bywater is dimly lit and cozy, definitely a cute date spot! They also have a wall of wine bottles you can purchase to go with your meal!
We did the Coolinary menu, but Chef Ganesh has different specials all week including a tapas Tuesday and they even have live music (check their website for the schedule). There is limited seating so I recommend making a reservation!
We got the Korean fried chicken wings and lemongrass crab bisque which is just the right amount of heat and the perfect temperature. Warms & soothes your throat with just a little kick at the end! Also, it's LOADED with crab chunks, so it doesn't leave you guessing if they added it or not! The Korean fried chicken wings were lightly fried, super crispy and the sauce on top was the perfect umami flavor!
Both fish dishes come with Jasmine rice, and sauteed vegetables like squash, zucchini, peppers, eggplant and onions (again with a little kick)! Both fish dishes were perfectly cooked with a nice little crust from either the toasted sesame seeds with the salmon, or the blackened pan with the drum! They were also large, thick cut portions of fish and quite filling! The wasabi beurre blanc with the salmon is creamy, buttery, and just a little spicy! Really suits the salmon well! The crab meuniere with the drum was rich and buttery with thick chunks of crab in it! You'll feel super spoiled if you order these dishes!!!
Their mango cheesecake is also a classic! Just the right amount of rich mango flavor & sweetness with a thick crust! I tried the gulab jamun, an Indian/Nepalese/Bangladeshi dessert of what I would describe as little cake balls (kind of like a cake donut), that were fried and then soaked in a rose flavored syrup, quite delicious!!!
If you're looking for a new date spot to try, I highly recommend this!!