Jessica Rieper
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Table 79 - in Steamboat, CO is considered to be one of the nicer dining establishments in Steamboat. We had a lovely dinner, but I can’t say we were WOW’d by anything, in terms of a “we must come back” but we also didn’t try the two top sellers recommended to us: portobello fries and the brussel sprouts. Our appetizers were delicious, however, and we very much enjoyed our dinner! Service was top notch, and the ambience was quaint.
We started with the Prince Edward Island Mussels and Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad. The mussels were cooked in a creamy, white wine sauce and stewed with leeks, shallots and garlic.
The tomato & burrata salad was good, tomatoes were not the best but I love me some burrata cheese. And a little roasted red pepper rouille, yes please! Gave it just a nice ‘lil kick, yummy! The balsamic was a beautiful touch to this app.
Korean Short Rib: ok let’s talk about this one. When I hear Korean Short Rib” I think Kal-bi. So I’m thinking Kal-bi with kimchi friend rice, plus a poached egg, and I’m sold. Nothing else will top that dish option, in my mind! I was sad to see it come out as NOT Kal-bi. In fact, there wasn’t anything Korean about the short rib meat. Kimchi fried rice was good, I loved the larger leaf kimchi and the kimchi was slightly sour, which is exactly how kimchi should be if it’s cooked into any dish. The pickled cucumbers and onions were a nice touch. Personally, the meat could’ve used a side of gochujang, and they might have helped “Korean” this up a smidge. I’m still shedding tears over this one, but perhaps a name change or more menu clarity would help us Asians out when ordering!
Classic Cheeseburger: we wouldn’t normally order a burger, over the other options on a menu, but it was strongly advised to us as a restaurant staple. No matter how many times they update their menu (seasonally), the Classic Burger remains. And we can see why! It’s a steak burger, not a smash, and so tender and juicy! The homemade pickles are an awesome touch; same as the ones with the fried rice, but delicious. I love a good housemade pickle! Only negative here would be the mega steak fries, they were so so. A cross between country potatoes and a steak fry, they weren’t that good. This would be an A+ burger with better fries, IMO.
We will definitely be back but, next time, we must try the brussel sprouts and portobello fries!!