cliff powell
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What can I say? I tried this place with some friends for a birthday dinner, and from start to finish, it was a solid experience. We had reservations, so everything was set and right on time. The atmosphere immediately stood out—dim lighting, smooth vibes, and just the right energy for the evening. We were seated quickly and greeted almost instantly by our waitress.
Now, let me pause here to brag about our server, Laila W. Hands down, one of the best servers I’ve ever had. She knew the menu inside and out, gave spot-on recommendations, and since none of us drink alcohol, she even worked with the bartender to create mocktails for us. Absolute gem of a server—she’s a keeper!
On to the food. We ordered a few appetizers, which came out unbelievably fast—5 to 7 minutes at most. It felt like the kitchen was on standby, ready to impress. Here’s my ranking (though the top three were basically a tie):
Truffle Fries
The Dip
Chili Glazed Shrimp
Truffle Lemon Pepper Wings (skip these, wouldn’t order again)
For my entrée, I had the double-boned pork chop with mac & cheese, bacon jam Brussels sprouts, and collard greens. That pork chop? Top three I’ve ever had. The mac and Brussels were excellent, but the greens didn’t make the cut—we sent them back, and the staff handled it without any issue.
At the table, we also had the Spinach Stuffed Salmon, Snapper Orleans, and Chicken Royale. I tried all three, and each was delicious—especially the Chicken Royale.
The General Manager even stopped by, checked on us, and treated the birthday girl to a slice of cake. The cake itself was just okay, but the gesture was appreciated.
A few notes:
A 20% gratuity is automatically added (clearly displayed at the hostess counter).
There’s a dress code—nothing over the top, but it keeps the vibe classy. You won’t see anyone twerking on tables here; this is a grown-up spot.
The staff’s attitude was excellent—not a single rude look or off vibe all night.
On Saturday evenings, they even feature live performances, which made the night even better.
Overall, aside from the greens, wings, and cake, everything else was excellent. Between the service, atmosphere, and food, I’ll definitely be back. Winsome, you’ve earned a new loyal customer.