Michael Hoover
Google
We’ve gone to the Continental several times thru several stages. The soft opening, Valentine’s Day , Brunch, cocktails at the Bar. Everytime we’ve gone it has been incredible and memorable. Here are a few/many words from my experiences posted on social media
“The Continental is in Downtown Provo. The interior is exciting, the service great, and the food is amazing. Contemporary Native Cuisine for the win!” Drinks and dishes tried: #AppleGingerSoda Apple, ginger, lemon, agave, soda. and a #HuckleberryFizz huckleberries, lemon, basil, soda. Both were very tasty. Appetizers #HoneyFrites hand cut potatoes, red pepper and #ShishitoPeppers spiced blue corn dust, candied pipitas, lime. They weren’t very spicy but had great flavor. Mains #ArizonaHotChicken hot tepin honey and maple, pickles, and blue cornbread. Cooked to perfection the leg and thigh had amazing, crispy, juicy skin and succulent, flavorful flesh. the accompanying pickles were delightfully tasty and a bit spicy. We also ordered the very exciting and unique #RabbitTamal the tamale had just the right amount of masa to rabbit filling ratio. It was very moist. The tamal had a gorgeous salsa verde sauce on top with pickled onions. When you have a rabbit dish, carrots are a natural accompaniment and they were amazing, Some of the best carrots I’ve ever had. They were sweet and cooked to perfection. Dessert #vanillaMousse over beautiful cherries and topped generously with zested lime. The Crystal glass really presented the sexy dish in all its glory.
“F-ing amazing meal with my Valentine.” Drinks #CabernetSauvignon from #LapisLunaWine it paired well with all 4 courses. Food: a yummy #DandelionSalad arugula, strawberry, red onion, feta, vinaigrette. The most amazing Smoked #TomatoBisque with crema, and chives. I could take a bath in the bisque and be happy. #DuckConfitTamal and a #WildMushroomTamal Both included the same sauce of black mole, xnipec, pepitas, coriander but they tasted different because of the sweet luscious duck and the contrasting wonderful umami of the wild mushrooms. For mains the medium rare Ute Mountain #BisonRibeye with green chile chimichuri, pomme puree, and grilled vegetables. the Chef went and picked up the bison from the Ute tribe earlier in the week. The meat was succulent and cooked perfectly. the sides and #chimichuri sauce complimented the meat deliciously. Bison is leaner than beef with a more meaty taste. Desserts: Mesquite Flour #ChocolateCake that was sexy and flavorful and the Navajo Tea #PannaCotta that was luscious and creamy.
“Amazing Brunch!” boozy #Mimosas with #OrangeJuice later we enjoyed #Mango and #Peach Mimosa. For food the scrumptious Cookie Butter Stuffed #FrenchToast Featuring cookie butter, marscapone, whipped cream, candied pecans, and fresh berries. We ordered a side of the best extra thick bacon. the #bacon is locally sourced and cooked gorgeously. It’s Almost like a thin bacon steak. Mum ordered the #BasicB which included 2 eggs over easy, bacon, country potatoes, and sourdough toast. She also ordered a side of fruit to enjoy. I gorged on the beautiful #Chilaquiles made with blue corn chips, salsa roja, crema, queso fresco, onion, radish, 2 elegant sunnyside eggs, and cilantro. The eggs were cooked perfectly. Everything we had was cooked with great skill and care. The service was aware and thoughtful. Everytime we eat at The Continental we leave satiated but wanting to return again and again. Best #brunch around!”
Enough said. I could go on and on, However, Just go and enjoy The Continental my husband and I do.