Scott
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Our inaugural visit to this establishment was unfortunately marred by several shortcomings, vs what we had read in previous posts
Despite the challenges, we managed to experience a ok dining experience on an off night. Our waiter, who boasts 26 years of industry experience didn’t seem perform at said level of experience
Our order consisted of:
- Two salads
- One onion soup
- One scallops with butternut squash risotto
- One herb chicken
- One bottle of Cava
- One bottle of Heineken Zero
The initial issue arose when our waiter inaccurately recorded our order. However, I will elaborate on this matter later.
Upon receiving the bottle of Cava, the waiter negligently left it on the table without an ice bucket or chiller. Consequently, the beverage became warm by the time it reached the back half of the bottle.
When my French onion soup arrived, it was disappointingly underwhelming. Unlike other restaurants where the steaming hot cheese cascades over the bowl, this soup lacked the expected presentation. It appeared as if a Cristini had been dropped into a bowl, accompanied by some liquid and cheese. The flavor profile also deviated from my expectations.
The salads, both of which were served in generous portions, were both delicious and healthy.
Our main course, the herb chicken, was cooked to perfection and had a delightful flavor. However, our waiter mistakenly delivered halibut instead of scallops to my wife’s order. Consequently, he returned the halibut and, by the time her new order was served, my food had cooled significantly. Despite this setback, I prioritized enjoying the meal with my wife.
In retrospect, I believe the herb chicken could have been an exceptional dish when served hot.
Regrettably, due to the kitchen’s apparent rush, my wife’s scallops were overcooked, resembling rubber, while the risotto was undercooked.
At this juncture, we concluded our meal and were hesitant to indulge in dessert. However, we did so. We opted for the black forest cake, which may have been an unsuccessful culinary endeavor. It appeared that half of the cake was cooked or baked to the desired level, while the other half was not. Consequently, we decided to end our evening with disappointment in both the service and the meal. Nevertheless, the ambiance of the physical building and its rich history were absolutely stunning and wonderful.
Our hope is that if we visit again in six months, the kitchen issues will have been resolved, and the service will have improved.
