My 100th Yelp Review is way overdue, but am happy it is a momentous one…read more
As this was a dinner of a lifetime.
It was the second weekend in December and we arrived on a cold night to Eddie V's. With the chill in the air, it was a pleasant surprise to see valet parking available for patrons. We pulled up, the young man was so quick and friendly & we headed inside.
We had a 7:30pm reservation and could see the restaurant was packed. Lots of holiday cheer around the bar area for sure.
Our coats were checked.
We waited quite some time in the corridor, however after about 10 minutes a staff member appeared with a tray offering of champagne, for all who were waiting.
This was an exceptional consideration.
After about 10 more minutes we were seated.
In the back room of the restaurant, back corner, along side their Christmas tree.
The ambiance was only made more perfect by the birthday card and confetti they had adorned the table with.
We started with cocktails. My signature Sapphire Martini with Blue Cheese Olives.
Spot on. Perfect dirty, only a vermouth kiss and big ole hand stuffed olives.
My husband ordered an Old Fashioned.
It was with a specific rye on menu that was not available at the time. The server had them substitute Whistle Pig 12 (complimentary without upcharge). This again was so considerate.
Our server was so attentive, generous, complimentary, careful and helpful. We loved having him.
Our Food-
The bread was warm, crusty and chewy. Along with the creamy, fatty butter flaked with salt and chives.
We ordered our appetizers-
Oysters, Calamari and Dumplings
We loved having the opportunity to try multiple varieties of oysters. They all tasted clean and distinct. My husband loves horseradish, so it was fantastic to see a side offering of just that, with the cocktail sauce and mignonette. And the lemon was in a bag!!!!
The Calamari was a joy. Asian flair, crisp veggies, the calamari sang in texture and light fry. And cashews!! Squid and cashews. Inspiring.
We also tried the Wagyu Dumplings.
Plump, savory pillows. The beef was tender and flavorful. The wasabi cream gave a zing.
Our meal had the best start.
For entrees, my husband ordered the Lamb Chops. I ordered the Sea Scallops. Sides we had - the Lobster Mashed Potatoes and Asparagus.
(We had leftovers, lolol)
The plating for this Lamb was so strategic. It sat atop its Chimichurri Butter Sauce just the bottoms dabbling in it. So at your desire- to dip at whatever length the lamb, into the sauce, or eat the lamb alone. This dish was incredible and genius.
My Scallops were seared spot on. Golden crust but a mild, clean, sweet inside. Cooked exactly. The pepitas gave a nice crunch and the squash puree gave a seasonal spin. But the scallops stood on their own and it was perfect.
The Asparagus had bite, was not woodsy and not over seasoned. Just a well cooked vegetable. The Lobster Mashed Potatoes was butter heaven. Creamy, the huge chunks of lobster were swimming, and no potato peels, so smooth & decadent.
We were stuffed so nixed dessert, however- a birthday dessert arrived. What a show!
Flambé hooray!!! A firey plate with bananas, a coffee chip ice cream and chocolate cookie cake.
We ate it happily, (hating ourselves later, for being so stuffed). This dessert was so sweet in gesture and taste. An ideal ending.
This was sincerely the most care we have ever felt dining out. We felt like (and ate like!) a King and Queen.
The thoughtfulness that went into our night gave miracle service. Model class, truly magical, and unprecedented.
Thank you Eddie V's for a birthday experience so incredible in food, small touches and care that I will treasure and feel special for forever.