Holistically:
- Sommelier approved wine selection (also thumbs up'd by the wine noobs as well)
- Bites are a little on the pricier end but are worth it. The grilled cheese here is best one we've had (soooo gooey, soft, flavorful). The escargot balanced the seafood flavor without being overbearing
- Ambiance is generally terrific: intimate, luxe, and welcoming, like you're being transported outside of nyc
Notes:
- Weekday service was rather slow. One of our male hosts seemed to drag his feet when we asked to move tables, even though the table was free. It didn't seem like he cared too much about us. Not sure how comfortable I would feel visiting again on a weekday.
- Weekend vibes are completely different. The place is BUSTLING, and loud. Surprisingly, the service on a Saturday was much better. We were taken care of by a wonderful hostess rocking a bob, eclectic glasses, and summer mini dress. She/they were soooooo good at their job: made space for us, grabbed menus, frequent check-ins without being suffocating, memorized our orders and graciously brought our items over, granted our requests, and generally was a freaking superstar. That really stood out to us, as we were taking a girlfriend who's never been before. She had the best time.
- The one cocktail we did try here was rather bland (the melon one). There wasn't much of a hint of melon and the drink tasted rather watered down. For the price, I don't think I'd get a cocktail again. However, the bartenders pouring wine, etc. seemed to be doing an impeccable job.
Def one of our favorite places now after stopping by on a random day after noticing the immaculate vibes outside. read more