Parth S.
Yelp
A Disappointing Take on Wild Boar Ragù and an Underwhelming Meal Overall. Locals and Brevard visitors highly recommend this restaurant as a "must" visit when in the area, but I could have not been more confused as to why I heard such high praises.
The atmosphere was pleasant, but unfortunately, the food and service failed to match the setting.
From the start, the service felt more like a sales pitch than hospitality. Our waiter persistently pushed the specials, steering us away from menu items we inquired about and instead recommending pricier alternatives--even with cocktails. The upselling was excessive and off-putting.
I had high hopes for the wild boar ragù, but the execution fell flat. The tagliatelle was the thinnest I've encountered--so delicate it disintegrated at the slightest touch. Overcooked to the point of mushiness, the texture alone was enough to disappoint. At $39, the dish felt like an afterthought rather than a carefully crafted entrée. The wild boar itself lacked depth, tasting more like an ordinary red sauce with hints of mildly seasoned beef. I left it unfinished.
Service missteps continued. When I asked to swap my side for fries, I was told it would be an additional $3.50, which I accepted--but I still expected my original salad. The salad never arrived, yet the fries were charged. A simple mistake, but one that speaks to a lack of attention to detail.
As for the appetizers:
* The bri was poorly composed--difficult to cut, overly dry, and oddly paired with crackers and thin apple slices. The fried seasoning on the exterior added nothing, making for a confusing and unpleasant bite.
* The potstickers were indistinguishable from a frozen supermarket variety--passable but uninspired.
* The Brussels sprouts were the highlight--well-executed, but a safe and uncreative choice.
* The French fries were surprisingly good, reminiscent of McDonald's in the best way. Crisp, well-seasoned, and enjoyable, though the accompanying honey mustard leaned too heavily on mayonnaise.
The cocktails:
* Blueberry pomegranate marg that tasted of mostly sugar and felt like more of a sangria
* Tom Collins was served in a ball glass and had no garnishment. Felt like a college bar cocktail.
Overall, the meal was lackluster, overpriced, and lacking in thoughtful execution. The kitchen shows creativity but seems unfocused and misses the make on proper pairing, and the service needs refinement. With more attention to balance, technique, and guest experience, this could have been a far more memorable meal.
