For the price, more attention to detail should be taken
Well wouldn't you expect standards to be very high when paying a rather large bill at the end? I would.
The Valet parking outside made me think I was in for a treat. Shame it turned out just better than mediocre. I was struggling to find an interesting starter which I did with the Spinach salad with pancetta and goats cheese. beautiful as it was, I could tell my friends choices weren't quite as tasty.
Then on came the main courses with no mint sauce to accompany the Lamb. The Steak had a special sauce that was just boring and besides, a good steak doesn't need sauce. My side of mash was lumpy, which I could accept if the price wasn't so steep. And yes, they do have ways to make a smooth creamy mashed potato. Guys... a creme brulee should be one of the easiest desserts to knock out, get the caramelized sugar right! Good sticky Toffee!.. even if it was served with what they called custard but to me was creme anglaise'.
Service was good and we were saved by the French wine I ordered. All in all it was a pleasant evening in a good atmosphere with food that if were QC'ed a little more from the start, would have made it worth the $280 bill I got without service(tip).
Maybe better as a lunch visit to not hurt so much in the pocketbook.    [15 Jun 2007 11:54:02]

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Recommended Dishes: Spinach salad, Lamb(bring your own mint!), Sticky Toffee

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