Kim G.
Yelp
Exquisite. Every single thing we ate and drank was fabulous! The entire experience was a solid 10. Without exception, the best dining experience and food that I've had in years! I will never go to or pass through Dundee without stopping at Tina's for lunch or dinner, it's just that good and I already want to go back!
It was a gorgeous day in wine country and we capped our day of tastings at Tina's, choosing to sit indoors on a chilly night. Tables were very far apart and all precautions- masks, hand sanitizer, social distancing - were taken. The interior is absolutely charming with a cozy, sophisticated, yet super comfortable aesthetic. When they are able to open up the Bar area, you will find me on one of the bar stools!
We sat in the back area by a window across from the fireplace. Cocktails were delivered promptly and my margarita was on point. All fresh, no bottled sickeningly sweet mixer here! It was the perfect way to start the meal.
We opted for the Brussel Sprouts as a starter and after the first bite, we both had to put our forks down so we could oooh and aahh and discuss how incredibly delicious they were. I can never eat a brussel sprout anywhere else again! The brussel sprouts were cut in half and deep fried along with capers. They were then tossed in a citrusy vinaigrette with pickled red onions and sliced jalapeño, topped with a few fried beet chips. The combination of salty, sour, citrus plus the textures created a phenomenal taste sensation! We devoured every morsel.
When I complimented Dawn on the incredible brussel sprouts, she told me she also made the magical margarita, I then asked her to marry me! And I'm straight.
For dinner my friend had the beef tenderloin with shaved portobello mushrooms and mashed potatoes. I chose the rack of lamb with potato Anna and asparagus. Both meats were ordered and arrived perfectly medium rare and were clearly high quality. The salad that game with the meal was dressed perfectly with a lemony vinaigrette , roasted hazelnuts and parmesan. each in just the right proportion, nothing lacking or overdone. Simple and so satisfying. Even the bread and salted butter that came on the house was delicious; I ate way more then I typically would.
Even though we were in Pinot land, we decided on a Chateauneuf-du-Pape which was truly the perfect compliment to our meals.
We were completely satisfied and satiated but couldn't pass on sharing a desert since up until this point, everything was so exceptional. The chocolate mouse cake was phenomenal and the sweet and appropriate ending to our meal.
The entire staff was friendly, professional, available without being intrusive, and added to the wonderful evening. Each course was plated beautifully with every ingredient highlighted and selected with care. Dawn and Michael visitEd our table and both were charming and humble as we gushed about the food and drinks.
Fabulous in every way, I am already looking forward to my next visit!!!