Love this place. I've been a few times. I enjoy the drinks i've had. Beatuiful space and ambiance. Food is good and people/staff are wonderful and have good service. Tough to find parking in the area but that's Montclair. Feels like a speakeasy in the city. read more

Well it's a review of a non review. You can make reservations until 9:45 or 10pm. We walked in at 9:20 and were told the kitchen would be closing in 10 minutes. Place looked cool and had a vibe I guess but we were specifically going for dinner so driving 35 minutes to be told the kitchen is closing before a reservation time is maddening. Which means I can't tell you about the food or drinks because well...we didn't get them. read more

I got out of work early and decided to come here for happy hour. I have never been, but the reviews were good and it looked like a beautiful space. Well the place is beautiful and it is a nice place to meet friends or a romantic dinner. I had the cucumber gimlet. The perfect summer drink: crisp, refreshing & the perfect balance of gin. 5 stars. Now the reason for the 2 stars: the patatas bravas (World cup special) were god awful. Al dente potatoes...not a bit of crispness anywhere. I really wished server would have warned me, but he only came back when I wanted the check. If I come back-drinks only. I ended up going to Ani Ramen across street because I was still hungry. read more

Faubourg Montclair - Patatas bravas - French Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

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Food is average (and I think overpriced). Atmosphere is lovely. Service is good. They are attentive and very polite. Street parking. read more

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One of my favorite French restaurants in Jersey and great l for celebrating a special occasion! It was Mother's day, so understandably busy for a weekend dinner. The inside has both a main dining hall and a greenhouse, which feels like basically sitting on a covered patio with well kept shrubbery and ambient lighting. It's a neat balance of modern and open while still feeling cozy. I think my favorite dish is the ramp fava bean toast -- the umami from the purée balanced with the crunch of the toast and the brightness from the pickled ramps. I'd also recommend the steak two ways -- both cuts cooked perfectly to medium rare -- and the lobster linguine was delicately fragrant, buttery, and slightly acidic all at once. The chips and eggplant dip (kind of like hummus consistency) was kind of a fun, shareable starter too. I will say that I wasn't impressed with the ceviche or branzino our waiter recommended it. The branzino particularly came out a bit dry, and more of the tomato-olive-caper side or dressing would've helped. And while our waiter answered our questions, service felt a little more on the less attentive side. read more

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Great drinks. Smaller menu with great options. This place will definitely have you trying something new. I love the inside dining area that looks like the outdoors. Our server was very prepared and provided us suggestions for what would be paired best with what we like. We have the Tuna Tartar, Kale & Grapefruit salad, West Coast oysters, Beef Duo, Salmon, Shrimp & Asparagus. We also had a side of mashed potatoes and fingerling potatoes. read more

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Today for brunch we went here. The food is Outstanding! The brunch was $65.00 per persin. Brunch is from 10 to 3 only on Sundays. For brunch you get a mimosa or a bloody Mary, an appetizer., main course and dessert. Although prices are not cheap the food is worth every penny. The service is very attentive. It's a lovely place for brunch. read more

Very good! My husband took me here last Friday on my birthday. We loved our server Liz, and the food! Ambience is gorgeous too - they have a beautiful indoor set-up with 2 floors and a large outside covered patio area that is gorgeous with lights and little water sculptures. It's no wonder people love it here! For girls night, special occasion or date night this is THE spot. We tried the Ramp & fava bean tartine, the herb crusted salmon and steak frites. Everything was very good - little pricey for my steak but quality was good. Would absolutely come back - parking garage around the corner if needed. read more

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Came here for a work lunch. It's a nice place, good food, and prices aren't terrible for the food quality and environment. Tuna tartare starter was delicious, and was a good size to share among 3-4 people. Ordered the lamb ragu, which was good, with a generous portion. Cocktails were tasty. Only complaints are parking (street), and also expected friendlier service at a place like this. read more

Manhattan vibes in Montclair. A very good experience with both the food and service. We went for a lunch date and sat by the greenhouse, which was great. The food came quickly, was very tasty, and the presentation was outstanding. The service was also very good - our waitress was attentive and checked in often without being annoying. I would highly recommend it! read more

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Came to celebrate Valentine's Day and opted for picking items à la cart instead of the V-Day prefix dinner menu so we could have some more variety. Of course to celebrate, each table was sprinkled with firm, fresh rose petals :) ! With limited liquor licenses in Montclair I was surprised to see this place had one (although it is a large venue), unfortunately my white cosmo was a little underwhelming--It came out suspiciously fast! The water service made up for it, they provide 2 bottles of water for your table, one flat and one sparkling. Nice. The restaurant is pretty sizable and we were comfortably sat at a 2-top, not crammed and on top of other patrons. Great vibe here too--Music was nice, not too loud and they played classic rock at a reasonable level As for the meal: Tart flambée: delicious shareable flatbread with fromage blanc and bacon, a good kickstart to our appetite Wild mushroom and artichoke crostini: I LOVED this, loaded with fungi and shaved pecorino Faubourg lyonnaise: I asked if we could share it and they brought it split in 2 for us. This was the best dish we had. The charred baby gem lettuce with split egg (soft boiled instead of poached so that they could split it for us) duck magret, and more pecorino--WOW. I used some of the flatbread to wipe the bowl clean. For our entrees: chicken & truffle with polenta scallop & citrus on celery mousseline Light, shareable, flavor bombs all over the plates--very thoughtfully made dishes. We also added broccoli rabe as a side and while delicious and elevating, it was huge. We happily took the rest home so we could make room for dessert: pistachio crème brûlée. We would have loved to see the Valentine's Day menu desserts as options, maybe we could've ordered them if we asked? Those sounded more creative and fun than what's on the regular menu. You can take a tour of the restaurant, head upstairs and look down from the rafters like phantom of the opera, peep into the large open kitchen and watch the chefs working diligently, or check out the glass windowed wine cellar at the far end of the restaurant. Cheers! read more

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Celebrated my anniversary here and couldnt have asked for a better night. The restaurant itself has both indoor and outdoor areas. the outdoor has a covering, some plants, plenty of lighting. its a little cramped, but we liked it. we had exceptional and attentive service from start to end. we each had the elvis parsely (loved the usage of parsely here, such a smooth drink!) and the bang bang. both were perfect. they were strong, but not overwhelming and picture worthy. the lobster bisque was good, but this is a 1 and done from me. the lobster flavor follows throughout each spoonful, but there is not any lobster meat here. they do give you a toasted crouton with some cold lobster clumps on top of it with a mouse. i loved this! i personally wouldnt get the bisque again because it wasnt buttery, it was more of a savory seasoning. the GOUGerES, comte cheese puff are a must get. very sharable. soft, but a hint of a crispy outter shell. and a hint of cheese flavor comes through. my date got the SEAFOOD & CORN MAFALDINE, shrimp, jumbo lump crab, crispy fennel, artichokes. we basically licked his plate. to be honest, i wish i got this. the pasta had the perfect bite, there was ample corn and crab meat. the sauce that drowned the dish was the real star of the show. a hint of sweet from the corn, but not overwhelming. i grabbed a classic - GRILLED SALMON, fava beans, market zucchini, confit tomatoes. salmon was cooked more on the raw side, i personally would have liked a little more well done, but it still tasted great. this dish was incredibly refreshing but filling. the zucchini spiral pasta has a nice bite to it. overall i liked my dish, everything was cooked well, and it was great for my stomach which tends to act up. read more

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Loved the ambiance and food here! Beef and oxtail dish(5/5) very creative and flavorful Cocktails - a bit on the sugary side Bread - great! Service was pretty decent too! read more

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I would rate this place a 3.5 overall. It has a great green room sitting area that gives an outdoor garden feel indoor. I went for brunch so my friend and I ended up doing an al carte option. We ordered the baba ganoush for appetizer. It came with crunchy crackers and was overall creamy and yummy. For entrees we ordered the French toast and the grilled chicken souvlaki. Both were delicious the French toast was soft and not overly sweet. The grilled chicken souvlaki had nice charred grills and tasted fresh and flavorful with the cucumber tomato salad, tzatziki and the fluffy pita. For drinks my friend got the autumn solstice and I got the bee calm. I liked the autumn solstice better it was more up my alley for a cocktail. The service was a little slow as it took us a while to get the check. Initially it was busy but then it slowed down. read more

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Stopped by Faubourg to check out their "speakeasy" lounge upstairs. The restaurant itself was beautiful! Looks like a great place for a date. The lounge was intimate and the bartender was really great! Drinks were expensive, but good. I would definitely come back to enjoy the ambiance of the restaurant or hang out in the lounge again. read more

I took one of my friends out to dinner at Fauborg for her birthday! The restaurant is large and beautiful on the inside with an upscale atmosphere. The menu is seasonal and they also have a unique cocktail list! I had the white cosmo and for our entrees, I had the salmon & blood orange while my friend had the duck confit pappardelle& sunchoke. Everything came out very quickly and the food was presented beautifully on the plates. My friend enjoyed her duck and my salmon was cooked perfectly. I loved the uniqueness of the blood orange as part of the dish. For dessert, we had the special which was an apple tart ice cream situation and they also wrote happy birthday on the plate along with a candle which we appreciated. It was the perfect conclusion to the meal and I would definitely recommend Fauborg! I would come back to try their brunch too! read more

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7/26/25: After dining at Faubourg (Montclair), I really have to rethink what restaurant is now deserving of 5 stars! Faubourg fits the bill in every aspect!!! We had a reservation in the patio dining area. The open area is very nice. I felt the seats could've had more cushioning. So we asked, if we could be moved into another area. Not a problem at all. We were moved inside the restaurant. The seat cushioning was much better. Our wonderful server was Liz. We started out with a Trefethen Chardonnay and a Ghost Hawk Beer. Tap and Sparkling Water bottles were already brought to the table. Bread and butter were brought over to the table. Entrees: We both ordered Chicken Provençal. The dish was absolutely incredible. We never had such moist chicken. With every bite, we would pick up a different wonderful sauce flavor. I could only eat half of my entrée. I asked one of the guys who was clearing away the dishes to wrap up my portion to take home. He nodded and said he would. In the meantime, we were asked if we wanted a dessert. We decided to share a Chocolate Coulant. It was so yummy and scrumptious! We were still waiting for my entrée to be wrapped up. We did see our server Liz and told her that it never came out to us. Not even a minute later, the manager named "Lady" came out with Liz. Totally apologize and asked us, if we could wait 10 minutes for a whole new order. We said no problem. Not even five minutes went by and the food came out. Faubourg has it all, Great Food, Excellent Customer Service and a Beautiful Indoor and Outdoor Dining area. Parking can be a bit hairy in the town of Montclair. You're lucky if you can get a spot on the street. We got lucky and found a $10 parking lot on a side street. So we grabbed it. Definitely looking forward to our next dining experience at Faubourg. read more

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This place continues to earn rave reviews for its ambiance and food. We checked this spot out for a late weekend brunch. I love how much seating is outdoors! They have a huge semi covered patio and even seating on small balconies. It was much more crowded outside versus inside. While the place definitely gives upscale fancy vibes, the service and meal were quite relaxed. This place is pricey. We tried the $39 prefix brunch (each) which came with a cocktail. I tried the berry parfait and the orecchiette and lamb ragout. Both were PHENOMENAL! And big enough portions that I did have leftovers. The berry parfait had a delicious sweet flavor while the main was just a well cooked dish. I also got the elderflower mimosa off the choice of prix fix beverages which was basically a mimosa or Bloody Mary. While good, I would have preferred one of their amazing sounding cocktails. My husband tried the crab benedict which was also very good but quite rich. We tried the special, Lobster Avocado Toast for $18. It was good but nothing exceptional. All in all - it was a great brunch but definitely reserved for more of a special occasion or splurge. read more

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Such a vibe!! Our friends like to meet here after dinner for a couple of drinks. The drinks are phenomenal. Highly recommend! My favorite is the BEE CALM Crafted by Hailey Chamomile Infused Hendricks Gin, Lavender, Honey, Lemon. read more

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I visited the other night with my cousins for a girls' night out. We started with the Seafood Arancini (stuffed with crab and lobster), which were delicious. The sauce that the arancini was plated on was really tasty. For my main entree, I ordered the Coq Au Vin, which was a generous portion. The chicken was tender, and the gravy it was served over was well-flavored. It also came with a cup of spätzle, which was a bit salty for my liking. Service was attentive and accommodating. After dinner, we headed upstairs to the cocktail/speakeasy lounge. I really enjoyed my drinks and the lounge's vibe. As far as the restaurant goes, I wasn't overly impressed considering the prices. I will definitely be visiting the cocktail lounge again soon. read more

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Me and my wife had a phenomenal valentines dinner at Faubourg. The interior was beautiful, we enjoyed the indoor patio seating. Would definitely return. read more

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The experience was so lovely! It was Valentine's Day, we got out last minute unplanned without the kiddo. Faubourg was able to take us in for dinner on a last minute reservation. certainly a busy night. Despite that, meals were amazing. Expect to spend $$$ We tried the Ragu with Duck, along with their steak Frites. Delicious! I unfortunately don't recommend their Espresso Martini Maybe it was the one I had, however it tasted like a watered down coffee with simply vodka. I've had many to know what a good one should taste like. read more

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Had dinner here good food and ambiance !! The staff was friendly seafood was fresh. Not a long wait to be seated and the atmosphere is nice and clean. read more

This Saturday, I was invited to a celebratory lunch at Faubourg. It was a reservation for ten at one of their tables in the sun room, which is a partially covered dining area. (There is also an indoor dining room - I saw the entrance to it, but didn't a chance to check it out). I was the first one there, so the woman at the host podium said I could take a seat at one of the tables up front or at the bar. I hopped on one of the seats at the bar. While waiting, one of the bartenders offered me water, which I much appreciated because it was a very hot and sunny day. This was one recurring thing that day at Faubourg - warm hospitality from all of the staff there. From the man who took us to the table, to our waiter to the food runners, everyone was friendly and looked out for all of the restaurant's diners. So everyone at our table raved about the food - fresh ingredients and full of flavor. Some went prix fixe while some went a la carte. I was happy with my choice to go with the prix fixe menu for lunch. For my two courses, I went with the duck terrine and the flatbread with Merguez sausage. Below are what people ordered from our party - -- Beet Salad -- Fruit Bowl -- Rhubarb Stracciatella -- Red Berry Parfait -- Chickpea Panisse -- Salmon over lentils -- Chicken & Baby Kale -- Crab Benedict -- Mushroom Omelette -- Thai Chicken Sausage -- Baby Kale and Grapefruit -- East and West Oysters Some of the drinks ordered included lychee mimosas, bloody mary, berry irrezestible, and Montefresco Pinot Grigio. It was a wonderful dining experience. Fauborg in Montclair is lovely. read more

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Came in last summer for an early birthday dinner on a weekend. It's really beautiful inside (downside, I found it to be super loud due to the huge open nature of it). The menu is compact but I think it still has something for everyone. Excellent meat/proteins but lots of vegetarian items as well. Creative cocktails. I don't find myself dying to return, but any time a special occasion comes up, Faubourg is at the top of the list for recommendation. read more

Honestly, I'm still thinking about this meal. The beef was incredibly tender literally fell apart with a fork and that red wine reduction was deep, glossy, and perfectly seasoned. It's rare to find a Bourguignon that feels this authentic and cozy without being too heavy. Paired it with a glass of Pinot Noir and it was absolute perfection. Highly recommend if you're looking for a masterclass in French comfort food! read more

Faubourg Montclair - Beef Bourguignon - French Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

I've visited Faubourg many times and have always had a great experience. The staff makes you feel welcome and like royalty. I love the vibe here- open concept with tons of lighting and calming decor in the atrium area. There is also an indoor dining space that feels more intimate, if you're going for that. Everything on the menu is delicious, and the drinks are on point. Chris was my server this time around, she was delightful and gave us yummy recommendations. While a little on the pricier side, you're getting everything you pay for and then some. Add this place to your list and you won't be disappointed. Actually, it may end up being your go to spot, I'll see you there! read more

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I've been to this spot probably 3x in the last five years or so and it's been the spot to be in Montclair. This review is based on recent experience. The place has definitely stepped down a bit in terms of service and ambiance. It's a lot more college folks which is not a problem if they were to dress more appropriately for the setting but it's not a major issue. Food wise I think the plating has gotten a bit more rough and not as pleasing. I've posted a few pics of past and present and big differences between the past ones and recent. My recent dishes were definitely not cooked to high standards as the past dishes were so I'm disappointed. The place is still enjoyable with a nice day to enjoy some drinks but not serious eats anymore. read more

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Faubourg has been on my list for a while, but I finally got over here last night for dinner/drinks with my top-tier chum who literally went to the school of hospitality before a screening of Hamnet down the street. My takeaway? Like the presumptive Best Picture nominee, uneven but the highs are pretty high. I really liked the vibes here - it feels (and I think it is) pretty gigantic, with high ceilings and a bougie urban vibe. When we were making reservations earlier in the day, my chum told me we had the option of sitting in the main dining area or the greenhouse, which we ultimately bypassed but it's cute from what I could see - predictably a bit more of a rustic decor than the other parts of the restaurant. We were seated in a nice corner/curved booth - always a nice perk when both parties can sit in the booth comfortably - and were waited on almost immediately. This is not a cheap hot dog stand kind of place so if you're looking for entrees in the $30 range, I'd keep looking. We each got an app ($22 for me at least), and I went with an intriguing item on the seasonal/special menu, the short rib arancini. Wow. Truly delicious and something I considered getting a second round of, despite the hardcore price point. It's a reminder that when short ribs are done right, it's a sight and a taste to behold. For my main course, I went a little aggressive with the much-ballyhooed Steak Frites (I think $76ish or so), which were really tasty, if not necessarily worth the price. The steak was cooked perfectly (medium rare) and was very juicy and tender. The accompanying chimichurri gave it a nice nip and my chum shot quite a few regretful looks my way after getting a slightly underwhelming chicken dish. But that's a story for a different reviewer. The drinks for me were ultimately a miss. I was intrigued by the Saints & Sinners cocktail since it featured Angel's Envy bourbon (and I admittedly thought it might be a subtle homage to Secret Lives of Mormon Wives) but to me was a little too tart, to the point where you couldn't taste the bourbon at all. I switched to an Old-Fashioned, which my chum ordered right from the get go, and honestly it wasn't good at all - super aggressive overpour on the bourbon (I think it should have about 1.5 ounces and instead was closer to 3 or 4). Of course my companion tried to defend it, claiming we were getting value for the money, but I could easily just go to a convenience store at my neighborhood Shell or Mobil and purchase some extra gasoline there. Bottom line - in a place like Montclair where the liquor licenses are relatively few and far between, you should know how to make a very basic/mainstream cocktail like this, and they didn't. The dessert was mouth-droppingly good, one of the best I've had in recent memory, a sentiment shared by my dining companion. We went with the passion fruit cheesecake, which came with a small scoop of gelato. Wow. Once we realized what we were dealing with, the bites got smaller, and the pace of the eating slowed down dramatically for savoring purposes. Truly an experience. The service was excellent as well, which ultimately made the difference here. Our waiter was attentive without being overbearing, and once or twice another staffer came by to ensure we were being taken care of. Really top-notch stuff which is arguably a significant portion of what you're paying for here. There's a lot to like and I wouldn't hesitate to come back, but I'm probably bypassing the bar and heading straight to some of the other menu items. read more

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The food was tasty. The service was good for a busy day. My first time sitting in the green area, which was nice for a girls night out. read more

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It is my first time to try French food, the restaurant is at Montclair, so it is not cheap. To be honest, I think the quality of the food is bad for its price. Especially when I tried coq au vin, It tasted very salty at the end. read more

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Had such a great time at here! The place has this amazing, lively vibe without feeling too loud , just the right energy. The staff was incredibly warm and welcoming, which made the experience even better. And the food? Honestly, every dish we tried was outstanding, fresh ingredients and very flavorful. The presentation was very chic. Can't wait to go back! P.S : Please do try the Chickpea Panisse! Also, please make reservations before you go. read more

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A good selection of types of dishes. The service was also excellent. The ambiance was also excellent. We enjoyed the dining experience.

Ambience: 5/5: they have a beautiful covered patio that has an upscale garden-like vibe Service: 5/5 no complaints Food: 3/5 above average, but the prices are more than above average. They have some classic fine dining options like branzino and steak - they were solid but nothing spectacular. Overall, a perfect place to bring a guest from out of town if you want a spot to catch up in a nice atmosphere. The food is solid if you are okay with the prices. read more

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Plenty of metered street parking (usually very full on the weekends and weekday afternoons) and a short walk from the public garage. Came here for a birthday--service was friendly but not as attentive as expected (water refills missed), though staff responded quickly to requests. Outdoor seating is lovely and worth choosing next time. Enjoyed the sirloin from the seasonal menu and the grilled salmon; lamb ragout was a bit salty. Oysters is a must order!! Note: there's a credit card processing fee. read more

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I can't give this place 5 stars because of the price but if you're willing to stomach it, this is a nice date spot. Located right in downtown Montclair so parking is always a challenge, as you basically have to hope to get lucky on the street. Would recommend making a reservation if you're coming on the weekend. Inside, the ambience is very classy and spacious with beautiful decor. Service is decent though I will say they were a bit harder to track down than is typical for this level of a restaurant. The drinks here have always been on-point with a wide selection of wines and cocktails. I've always enjoyed their pineapple margarita in particular. Usually tough to hold yourself down to just one! Food menu is unique but not a huge variety. Seems like they change their menu seasonally or somewhat often and I don't come here often enough to have a specific recommendation. I will say not a ton of options for vegetarians. Every time my wife and I have been here though, the quality of everything we've gotten is reliable and the dishes have been prepared very well with nice presentation. As I mentioned at the beginning, the price is my biggest issue. Good but not fantastic quality that is commensurate with the cost. That being said, definitely worth a visit if you're willing to splurge! read more

This place has got a lovely ambiance, and was a very upscale date night spot. The food was alright, not quite worth the $$$ but it you want a pretty atmosphere this is good place to go read more

Excellent food and service! Fantastic eating "outside " under their open roof with fans so it was nice and cool. Would highly recommend!! read more

Faubourg Montclair - Panacotta cakes for dessert - French Near Me - Montclair, New Jersey

This restaurant is absolutely amazing -- beautifully, beautifully decorated with such an incredible atmosphere. The space is stunning, with multiple areas to sit, enjoy a drink, or have a meal. We stopped in tonight just for a quick drink at one of the bars and had no trouble finding seats. The bartenders were fantastic -- attentive, friendly, and quick. Our cocktails were made in no time, and both were outstanding. I had the Tropical Tango and my sister had the Elvis Parsley -- each was delicious, balanced, and clearly crafted with care. The vibe here is fun, upbeat, and effortlessly cool -- the kind of place you instantly want to linger in. We can't wait to come back for dinner and experience even more of what this spot has to offer! read more

I would love to give this place 5 stars but the menu is very limited. If it had just a few more dinner options or more than two dinner specials it would be great! Ambiance and service - 5 stars. Things our third time dining here. The staff is visit the table to check in regularly and are knowledgeable about the menu. Reservations highly recommended- Food- very good, just need a few more options. I don't necessarily need a big menu. Babaganoush- delicious Sushi app- the flavors melded together so well Grilled shrimp with curry sauce and black rice - sauce was so good. Sirloin steak- not our favorite cut of meat but it was tasty. Cocktails - good but on the sweet side, they can tailor the taste to your liking read more

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