Darrin Rumph
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Table for 2 for Dinner
We arrived at the restaurant and quickly realized it was connected to Cumberland Mall—so naturally, parking wasn’t an issue thanks to the mall’s shared lot. It was pretty busy, but we were able to find a space without much trouble and made our way inside. Upon entering, we let the host know we had a reservation. They checked the system and told us they’d notify us once our table was ready. Honestly, there were about five or six people lingering around the host stand, and the overall vibe was a little flat. No one really greeted us with much warmth—it almost felt like a scene from a zombie movie. The first thing I noticed was the dim lighting in the dining room. It gave the space an upscale, elegant feel. As I glanced around, I spotted a few tables that looked like they were hosting prom dinners—young folks dressed up, clearly celebrating something special. After waiting around 7 to 10 minutes, we were taken to a massive booth that could easily seat eight people. It was just the two of us, so that felt a bit odd at first—but we adjusted and made ourselves comfortable. Our server arrived promptly and handed us menus. We mentioned that we’re beer lovers, and she came right back with the beer and wine list. Wifey chose the Terrapin Los Bravos lager, and I went with the Creature Comforts Tropicália—both solid picks. After scanning the menu, we decided to start with a couple of appetizers. She ordered the deviled eggs, and I went with the lobster bisque. Our server quickly got those orders in and returned shortly after to take our entrée choices. Wifey opted for the lobster roll with parmesan fries, and I went with the shrimp and grits. The appetizers arrived not long after. My lobster bisque was served in a large bowl with a generous portion, and it was absolutely delicious. Wifey really enjoyed the deviled eggs—they were a hit.Our server, Asia P., was fantastic—very attentive and checked in often without overdoing it. When our entrées arrived, my shrimp and grits were steaming hot—literally. I could see the steam rising, and I loved that. I always appreciate food served fresh and hot. Wifey’s lobster roll and fries looked like they came straight out of a food magazine—great presentation. We dug in, and every bite was outstanding. My shrimp and grits were seasoned to perfection. Wifey took a bite of her fries and said—and I quote—“they’re buttery good and the whole meal was delicioso.” Both of our meals came in generous portions, and we ended up with leftovers to take home. Overall, we really enjoyed our visit to Stoney River. The food was top-notch, the service was excellent, and the ambiance had a classy, high-end feel. We’d definitely recommend checking it out.