Zoe S
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From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by John, who radiated energy and immediately set the tone for a fun evening. He reminded us of Elton John with his lively personality and chic glasses; he even sang to our birthday girl, which was such a vibe! Thank you, John, for making the night extra special.
Starting with drinks, the birthday girl initially ordered the "Well of Three" as recommended by our waitress. Unfortunately, it didn’t hit the mark, tasting like watered-down soap. So, we swapped it for the "Slow Clap" instead. What a fantastic choice! Bold, citrusy, and perfectly balanced, it was genuinely one of the best cocktails I’ve ever had.
For appetizers, we all ordered the Spanish Octopus, but it was a bit disappointing. The octopus was undercooked and overly chewy, which made it more of a workout than a treat. The saffron aioli had great flavor but, in my opinion, it was too thin in consistency, and at $19, it felt like a rough start to the meal.
Thankfully, the entrees brought us back to a comeback season! I and the birthday girl had the Short Rib Bourguignon, and it was absolutely fantastic. The shallot risotto was creamy and perfectly cooked, the beef rib melted in our mouths, and the Roquefort cheese on top brought it all together beautifully. My husband had the Steak and Frites, which was a solid dish—the steak was cooked perfectly, and the fries were seasoned just right. Others at the table ordered the red grouper special, and while I didn’t personally try it, they raved about it, especially the leek purée that complemented the dish.
Our waitress was wonderful attentive, knowledgeable about the menu, and accommodating. We brought our own birthday cake, and they were kind enough to help with cutting and re-wrapping it for us to take home.
Overall, despite some hiccups with the octopus and the initial cocktail, the excellent service, lively atmosphere, and standout entrees made it a great evening. I would definitely return to St. Neo's Brasserie and recommend.