I visited The Fish Shop for the first time yesterday and left genuinely impressed on every level. One beautiful surprise, at least on Saturdays, is the farmer's market that sets up right out front, a gorgeous spread of fruit and vegetables you rarely see in a grocery store. It's a lovely thing to wander through before heading in to eat just a few feet away. The setting itself doesn't feel like Washington at all. With the charming little patio and relaxed vibe, you could imagine you're in another country, and it strikes a wonderful balance between easygoing and sophisticated. Little touches go a long way for me, and they nailed them here: silverware with the lovely illusion of polished silver and elevated stemware that added an extra bit of vibe to the whole experience. The staff were wonderfully accommodating from the start: everything was still soaked from the heavy rain the night before, but they went out of their way to set us up in a lovely shaded spot so we'd stay cool and comfortable. That same care showed up in a much bigger way later, when one of our party passed out from a health issue unrelated to the meal, and the team handled it with calm, attentiveness, and real heart. Now, the food. The brunch menu hits all the classics, chicken and waffles, eggs Benedict with fun variations featuring crab and smoked fish, all the good stuff. I settled on the lobster roll, which was incredibly good, served with Old Bay fries that came out perfectly hot and crisp, exactly the way fries should always arrive, with ketchup on the side. We also tried the tuna tartare and the buffalo oysters, which were a blast: fried oysters with a blue cheese dressing and hot sauce, served in the cutest presentation in shells on smooth lake pebbles. On the drinks side, I had a "Bloody Margaret," a gin-based riff on a Bloody Mary, and it was wonderfully spicy, just the way I like it. The cocktail list overall is playful and worth exploring. Oysters are clearly one of their fortes. They focus on Virginia oysters, so it's a single variety, but they do a lot with it across a range of preparations. There's also a fun Virginia peanut-centric theme running through the menu. read more

My best friend and I decided to go here to celebrate our birthdays and graduation. The place is very clean and nicely decorated. We ordered the shrimp hush puppies and Hawaiian poke. The shrimp hush puppies were just hush puppies; it was not worth the price. The Hawaiian poke looked beautiful, but was just okay. We ordered the lamb chops and curry. It took an HOUR for us to get our food. When it came my lamb chops definitely did not look like they were worth $60; they were extremely small and did not have a lot of meat on them. My best friend said her curry was fine, but it was nothing special. Our waiter was nice, but we often found ourselves trying to look for him and waiting for him to return to our table. The manager originally told us we could have our drinks free (a Shirley temple and a virgin mojito). We had to advocate for ourselves and ask for at least an appetizer off because we had waited an hour for our food. Overall, this place is nice for aesthetics but not for food quality and quantity. My best friend also asked for her food to be boxed and never received the boxed food. We waited so long to get our servers attention throughout the night, so we decided to just leave without the boxed food. read more

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The Fish Shop is visually stunning. The food was enjoyable, the only thing is, I wish they had more options offering a mix of traditional sides with their creative dishes. It is pricey, lucky for me it was my birthday and I could simply enjoy myself. My cocktail was exquisite, forgot what it was called but reminded me of a pina colada, but not as thick. The flavor and the freshness of the Whole fried fish, with fragrant herbs, tamarind and lime dressing was good. The Parker House Rolls were fluffy, but nothing I would put on the highly recommended list. Our waiter was very kind and personable. Other than that, I'm not sure if I would come back. Most people enjoy Caribbean style restaurants that master various fish for a fraction of the price and more food. While the "more food part" may be considered low- brow, I'm sure I am saying what many are thinking. read more

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Ambience, especially outside, is great. Went for a sunset dinner and was excited. However, when I wanted to place an order of oysters as an app while we looked over the menu I was told we had to order all food at once due to the back up in the kitchen. Server said they would bring the food out in courses. It was medium-busy at most. Luckily I was able to order bourbon and wine that took over 20 minutes to arrive to the table both times, so after the second round we decided to go. Hoping for a better experience next time. read more

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Disappointing. We were so thrilled to try Fish Shop for dinner. Our first time for brunch was good! Hence why we returned. But their dinner was beyond dissatisfying. So salty. Every single course. Borderline inedible. The raw oysters had this lemon grass slush on top? Which froze the oysters but even worse gave them a strange sweet taste. My dish was poached halibut, fish was alright besides also being over salted. But the turnips were genuinely inedible from salt. Clams were rubbery and didn't have tops. Who knows if they opened when steamed. We will not be back :/ 2 stars because our server was great. read more

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Can in for a quick bite and the leek and pulled chicken croquettes do not disappoint. They were fresh, hot, and had a really good flavor. The space is nice and service was friendly. read more

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Tucked in the corner of the wharf you will find Fish Shop. A absolutely gorgeous restaurant with great views of the water at the wharf. Fish Shop is a recent addition to the Michelin guide for DC, and very well deserved. The restaurant is very open and filled with light from the floor to ceiling windows. It feels very open and comfortable. Decorated simply which leaves the food to do all the talking. We sat at the bar for brunch which to me was a great choice. The bartender was extremely friendly and a wealth of knowledge about the food and cocktails. The food came out quick, and the staff was extremely professional. The food is the star!!! Everything we had was absolutely delicious. Oysters were a highlight and although it sounds simple the peanuts were a highlight as well. Can't forget about the trout tartar either. Amazing spot, highly recommended. I will definitely be going back. read more

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We came here for Valentine's Day and had a great time. The wharf on Valentine's Day was for one a horrible idea, but the Fish Shop was so accommodating when we called to mention we were struggling to find parking which is what was making us late. They held our reservation and were beyond understanding. Once seated we were greeted promptly and our questions answered. We did the Valentine's menu and I loved everything I had. Our server mentioned the items on the Valentine's menu wouldn't be a usual and that even things on the general menu can change. The seafood is very fresh and the menu really highlights that. They were also able to accommodate allergies and food preferences. We will definitely be back to try out other items. read more

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The Fish shop has a lot of potential, but unfortunately the food lacks flavor. The catfish sandwich taste bland, over cooked and there's more bread and toppings than the fish. I had to removed a lot of the toppings, so I could taste or even see the small portion of the fish. I did enjoy the tuna tots and added a star for the Bartender drinks on this day. He's a true mixologist and can make anything. The drinks were strong and delicious. But unfortunately it will take more than $19 cocktails to survive at the Wharf or just in DC. The staff was extremely nice. Cons: There's a good burger, but is only served during brunch. Pretty strange time to only have it on the menu. Food lacks flavor read more

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Beautiful space overlooking the water, high ceilings, cool decor, thoughtful sustainable design and a locavore menu. Service was friendly and informative. My server helped me pick a nice Virginia rose The smoked trout crumpets were disappointing- the trout topping was just a rather bland mush and the crumpet was fried (?). The Virginia peanuts were also not particularly exciting. My monkfish was perfectly cooked with a nice crisp exterior and a moist interior, with a delightful but not overpowering sauce. My friends trout was good though my favorite part was the orzo. I wasn't a fan of the clams. The apple sorbet was ho hum on its own, but paired beautifully with the apple brandy cocktail! Would love to come back during the day to enjoy the views and the lunch specials. read more

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Amazing gilded hour options! Good customer service and very attentive as they check in with us frequently. The decors and the place give nice and clean vibes. Surprised that not many people come in on a day before holiday. Absolutely will come back and try some of entrees! Ordered gin and tonic- very good, not watered down at all and very strong. So it was quality alcohol choice! Old bay fries were amazing! Fresh and crispy full of old bay flavors. Almost like McDonald fries but 10x better! Tried some small bites such as fried oyster with tartar sauce - very crispy and delicious. Crab crumpet was very delicate and delicious. Pretty pricey for a bite if you must know. Ahi tuna on tater tot was good but not much of flavors to be wowed. I'd choose something else! Focaccia bread with cultured butter was beyond amazing and satisfying. read more

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I recently had the pleasure of dining at Fish Shop on Washington's waterfront, and I have to say, it exceeded all my expectations. A friend tipped me off about this new spot, and given its origins from Scotland -- rumored to even have King Charles III as a fan -- I was curious to see what all the fuss was about. Plus, knowing it's run by Artfarm, the same high-powered art world hospitality group behind my favorite LA spot, Manuela, only made me more excited. From the moment we stepped inside, I was blown away. The restaurant is beautifully decorated with stunning art, including some pieces on loan from the Hauser & Wirth Gallery. Those colorful pom poms hanging from the ceiling are such a fun and vibrant touch -- it's like dining inside a living art installation. I appreciate how everything in the space, from furniture to decor, is locally sourced and eco-friendly. Even the tables are made from recycled yogurt lids, how cool is that? The staff couldn't have been more welcoming or attentive. They shared the restaurant's mission to support local artisans and sustainability, which honestly made the experience even more special. Now, onto the drinks--definitely a highlight! The Champagne A. Bergere Blanc de Blancs ($32 a glass) was worth every penny. It's pricey, but wow, what a way to start the evening. Later, I ordered their signature Hardy Negroni, topped with a large ice cube and little edible flowers. It was perfection -- balanced, flavorful, and beautifully presented. But the real star of the night was the food. We kicked things off with the Maryland blue crab crumpet -- an addictive, one-bite snack that I had to hold myself back from ordering multiple rounds of. The grilled sourdough, served with whipped butter, was simple yet delicious. The blue crab salad, topped with apples and cucumbers and tossed in green goddess dressing, was stunning--served in a crab shell and displayed on a bed of ice and greens, making it almost too pretty to eat. For our main course, we shared the whole grilled fish, topped with butter and a baby leaf salad ($120 for two). The fish was deboned and prepared tableside, and I can honestly say it was some of the freshest, most tender seafood I've had--coming from someone who's notoriously picky about seafood. The portion was huge; we only managed half, so plenty for leftovers. Our sommelier recommended a glass of Sancerre from the Loire Valley ($24), which paired beautifully with the fish. She was spot-on with all her suggestions, including the Salt Mist cocktail--cucumber, lime, soda, and Arrete Blanco--surprisingly refreshing and perfectly balanced. No meal is complete without dessert, and Fish Shop delivered. My partner couldn't get enough of the citrus custard, and I was thrilled to see the Smith Island cake on the menu. I'm slightly obsessed with this layered yellow cake with chocolate frosting -- it's Maryland's official dessert for a reason. It's rich, decadent, and just the right ending to a fantastic meal. Overall, Fish Shop is an incredible addition to DC's waterfront scene. The combination of art, locally sourced everything, outstanding seafood, and creative cocktails makes it one of the best restaurants in the city right now. I'd recommend going sooner rather than later -- this place is going to be a hot ticket! read more

Fish Shop is getting some well-deserved publicity and it's clear why. This hidden gem has a beautiful view of the waterfront, a modern and sleek interior, and great bar. Staff were friendly and accommodating and it offers one of the best lunch specials that you can find in the city - a 3 course menu for $25. The food is heavily influenced by the Chesapeake region, locally sourced with an emphasis on sustainability, and pays homage to the region. Lunch was quiet and it's well worth the visit for a quick power lunch (in and out in under an hour). Dinner fills up quickly and they have a number of private dining rooms. Prices were really reasonable given the quality of food and portions. While this restaurant just opened in April, expect it to continue to draw bigger crowds as it continues to gain publicity and accolades. read more

I attended the soft opening of fish Shop last week and am looking forward to going back. Here's what we got: House baked bread, smoked trout crumpets, smoked trout with potatoes, Grilled striped bass, and hot bobo chicken. For desserts we finished with the ice cream and tiramisu. To drink we had both variations of martinis as well as two glasses of wine. Standouts were all of the starters and 'for the table items' as well as the martini with yuzu. Also, the desserts! The chocolate ice cream was perfectly balanced by the salt/olive oil, and I am usually not a tiramisu girl but this is a dessert I would go out of my way to get. The restaurant is beautiful and airy and perfectly tucked away at the Wharf. The only issue I had is that there was a mixup with my wine. I ordered the welschriesling and my waiter brought out Riesling instead. As he poured, I thought something was off because it wasn't orange as indicated on the menu, but he insisted it was the right bottle. A quick google search of the bottle proved otherwise but it was too late to change at that point. read more

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Delicious addition to the Wharf. It is a truly beautiful restaurant. They staff is very professional and knowledgeable as well as welcoming. Their happy hour is also great. They have inventive cocktails and a unique wine list. Ask about their Scotch selection. They are an offshoot of a Scotland. They are also really big on sustainability. The food is delicious and I love who they embrace local seafood and flavors. I look forward to returning! read more

What a beautiful space inside! The staff was so accommodating due to us having a show, and the dinner did not feel rushed at all. This is a great addition to the wharf! I loved all of the food and it was all super inventive. I loved the trout tots and they were not fishy at all. I also tried the rockfish entrée which was so delicious and definitely tasted like some Thai flavors! Light, healthy and super tasty. I will definitely come back here read more

I'll need to go back and have a full meal to better assess but so far this place seems like a nice addition to the Wharf, and super close to Arena Stage. There was plenty of bar space for happy hour, which goes until 6 with some drink specials and munchies. The crab hush puppies are pretty good. More hush puppy flavor than crab. My friend got the vege crudite with bean dip and liked it. The trout dip is fishy as is to be expected, some of the bread was burned and they charged for extra bread even though the server didn't quite make that clear. Both happy hour drinks were good. I thought the orange house one was better. read more

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Food was very expensive and mid. Everything needed salt. Had a round of vodka dirty martinis that were great. Ordered a second round and they brought us dirty gin martinis. When we told them they made a mistake (bc we could taste the juniper and they tasted awful), they were adamant that the were vodka and said we could order and pay for different drinks if we wanted. It was appalling. Ambience was meh. Nothing that exciting or interesting. Seems to appeal to an elderly crowd. Like Ross Geller in high school. read more

The menu was lacking of meaningful options for a fish house. The frito misto mix of seafood was pathetically served as 6-7 small pieces of overcooked fish like objects. It is June, the peak of blue crab season and they didn't have an entree with blue crab. Very disappointed in the meal. I think the real takeaway is that on a warm Saturday night in June, half the tables were empty. That says a lot more than my review or those of others. read more

Food was subpar for the price. It's a great location; amazing location and decor, but service and food quality was lacking for the price and service. read more

Ambience - The restaurant has an alluring aesthetic with a nautical yet trendy vibe. It was fairly quiet during our visit, with only a few other tables occupied, which made for a relaxed dining atmosphere. Service - Excellent. Our server was attentive, personable, and very knowledgeable about the menu, which really enhanced the overall experience. Food - This was the area that left the most to be desired. * Catfish Sandwich - Fell short compared to other fried catfish sandwiches I've had. The portion of lettuce overwhelmed the sandwich, and the use of Chesapeake catfish didn't deliver on flavor. * Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich - The biscuit itself was very dry, especially the bottom, which made it difficult to eat. The house-made sausage was more burger-like in texture and flavor than a traditional sausage patty, which could benefit from a menu note to set expectations. * Johnny Cakes - These didn't quite capture the taste of a traditional hoecake. They could have used more honey and fruit to balance out the flavor profile. read more

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When you walk in you're immediately taken by the beautiful and unique decor. Service was good from the hosts to the waiter. And the food! We ordered so much and everything was amazing. My faves and standout was the fries and lobster, calamari and the chili oysters. read more

This place of establishment is very racist. The food is not up to par. The waiters are very rude and disrespectful. I got sick off of one of the dishes (the porgi dish specifically) I have recently contacted department health services. I would give this place a ZERO rating but since I have no choice I'll give them a 1 star rating. read more

I saw the reviews of this place and lots of people had great things to say however, I'd have to say that the food was the most disappointing part of my experience. The service was great. The environment is beautiful. The cocktails were delicious and pleasing to the eye, however, the food was less than spectacular. The menu had many descriptions however it was difficult to understand and so I'd have to say that this is not the place for me. read more

Welcome to the wharf, Fish Shop! This restaurant prides in themselves offering responsibly sourced and locally produced items on their menu, which also changes according to the catch and the seasons! We came here for an early dinner, and we started off with: +Daily house-baked bread with cultured butter +Smoke in Chimneys' smoked trout crumpets +Fried fish collars with comeback sauce and lemon +and, the Partan Bree crab bisque - prepared with toasted oats, pickled clams, and double cream For our mains, we shared: +the Grilled striped bass with cauliflower gnocchi and English peas +the Roasted rockfish with buttered beans and pickled lemon +Dreaming Out Loud baby lettuce with pickled walnuts and dressing +and, the Woodson's Mill grits and ramp butter Staff were friendly, and the space is pretty - loved the mural on the walls and the exposed ceiling; there are also plenty of different seating arrangements as well. Making online reservations was seamless. +fresh seafood +friendly service +reservations accepted +limited metered and garage parking available read more

Local sourced menu - what a mission! Limited bar area, no happy hour. This is an upscale dining experience, quite location away from the wharf noise, creates an intimate environment, whether you are sitting outside watching the sunset in the comfy seating, or inside taking in the aquatic theme. I think they are still going through the opening experience and getting service and processes in place. I will have to visit for a meal to provide a higher rating. read more

The space is beautiful. The food and service were mid-tier. To start I inquired about the delicious looking fish I saw on social media and was told that this was no longer on the menu. Ok no worries ordered the lobster which was ok- very mushy (overcooked and covered in crumbs).. no melted butter was available. My husband ordered the steak which, totally get it it's a seafood place, but it was mainly fat - so why sell something you don't want to get right. The appetizers came at the same time as the food and they forgot one of our sides and after noticing that when they brought the food they brought the side of potatoes 25 minutes later. The couple we dined with had the lobster and the chicken:leek crochets ( had no chicken - she didn't eat it) and greens. The best part of the meal was the apple tart dessert. Good portion and we all shared (4 people). The server barely came to our table and was clearly overwhelmed and at one point we saw him send someone else over to our table. It felt like he knew we were not pleased and started avoiding the table. Again $500+ later for the 4 of us, it was mid-tier experience. Food wasn't terrible but don't let social media fool you they have work to do and with all that's going on in the world spending money and not getting a good experience is a no-go. read more

We stopped by for brunch and really enjoyed the atmosphere -- calm, stylish, and well-designed with a relaxed energy that makes you want to linger a little longer. The service was solid all around. Everyone was friendly and attentive. Our server, Mariah, took very good care of us and even joked, "like Mariah Carey" -- a nice little touch of personality Now, the food... it was okay maybe just not quite my flavor profile thou -- could be a matter of personal taste. I might come back for dinner next time and give their seafood specialties a go, since brunch might not have been the best representation. Overall, a good experience in a beautiful space with great service. read more

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What a nice place.. I wish it's in a different location! Is by the dead end of the wharf where everywhere else full of walk in! The decoration is really amazing they took care of all details.. oysters was good .. it's my first time here so I don't try much stuff but you gotta give it a try.. so clean and fancy place.. thanks Mathew was nice bar experience! read more

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The service was good but the food was extremely disappointing. It was just salt oil salt oil salt oil. We left feeling sick and woke with our faces puffy. Not to mention -- a very limited menu. Peanuts were oily and fried. The raw oysters were too creamy, the potatoes were oily. Why can't we just taste the quality of the ingredients? read more

I was new to this area a few weeks ago and we walked by and it wasn't opened yet. went back on 1 Jun and decided to try it out. what a pleasant surprise!! the service was OUTstanding!!! The decor was perfect, with a coastal ambiance! we visited during Sunday brunch. My bestie had the steak and eggs and she was impressed. I ordered the Maryland crab "frittata" and it was delicious! I will visit again and try a different dish and update this review The price was fair for the level of quality received! read more

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I came with my friends for the soft opening and here's how it went! First of all the views are fabulous! The place is very cute. The menu has something for everything! Came here with vegan, a flexitarian and then you know the real eaters. Started with the bread and yall the presentation is great and the taste is just as good! And my friends enjoyed the trout crumpets. Onto the next- my friend ordered the squid and loved it. Had a great sauce as well. Another friend got the crab and she said it was delicious. I got the oysters! And yall I love me some oysters. I got the tall timber oysters and I love me some oysters. And I loved these! For the mains our table ordered the black bass, the rockfish, the chicken and the roasted mushrooms. Thankfully I found parking on the street but there's a garage close by as. All in all great place and glad I got to be a part! Servers are pleasant and knowledgeable as well! No complaints there! read more

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I always appreciate the opportunity to sit outside and the space was really nice, with a decent view of the marina. We started with the grilled sourdough which is 1000% a MUST! At $6 for two slices, it's not cheap, but it's delicious and the butter is clearly of the highest quality. It's probably my favorite part of the meal. We each had the crab crumpets, tuna tartare tots* and grilled oysters. The crab crumpets were really good, but expensive at $8 each. Our waiter ordered the tuna tots "on him," but they ended up on our bill (and were removed upon request). We don't do raw, so I can't really give a fair evaluation. The oysters were okay - we each had a gritty one and felt they were slimy. We were expecting something more like chargrilled oysters we experienced in New Orleans and were disappointed. I'm not sure if we expected the wrong thing or if they missed the mark. We shared the tile fish with orzo. It was nice, but nothing special. We liked the twice baked potatoes. We had planned on dessert but found ourselves too full. That was sad because there were several options we wanted to try. There was another issue with the bill (too complicated to explain), but it was made right and the manager came out to apologize. She tried to offer dessert and invited us back for a better experience. We explained that it wasn't necessary, but the gesture was nice. It's expensive for what you get, though probably on par for the area. I'd go back again and sit outside with a glass of wine, some of that bread and maybe some other appetizers and a salad (it sounded amazing) and I'd definitely leave room for dessert! read more

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Great experience all the way around.... Love the local cheese plate w/housemade crackers & lobster roll .... Tiramisu and chocolate ice cream drizzled with olive oil and sea salt was the perfect ending . Nishi provided exceptional service. read more

This is a very unique and high end experience in fine dining. This establishment is classy, and pristine in application of service from the aesthetics, to the dining. Particular care is taken for each patron with joyful engagement. read more

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Enjoy coming here for happy hour and sitting at the bar! Cocktails and small bites are great! View is always very beautiful! read more

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Walked over to this restaurant soon after checking into my hotel. Walked up to the bar and was greeted by Kelsey. Let me just say the staff was AMAZING! The assistant manager is young and has a great sense of humor. I felt very welcomed, food overall was really good. I chose the chef's 5 course menu...my only gripe is that with one of the meals, it came with beans (chickpeas I believe) when to me needed more time to stew down and soften. The drinks were good, and again..Kelsey is a gem! Very knowledgeable, suggested good wines and the girl knows her music! Will definitely be back read more

My husband and I stopped in at Fish Shop for a snack and a drink yesterday when we were in the neighborhood and had a great time. The restaurant is beautiful (some really beautiful art and decor), but the service is what really stood out in our hour there. The bartenders were wonderful. They told us the story of the restaurant (it's the second location, the other in Scotland) and about the restaurant's values (they're focused on seasonality, especially when it comes to local seafood). They brought us little tastes of things when we asked what they were. We ordered a few raw oysters (which they served with a great, unusual mignonette and their house made fermented chile hot sauce) and some drinks (an Austrian orange/skin-contact wine for me, a sake and then a whiskey for him). Everything was great. I'd love to come back for a dinner after having such a great (but too short experience here yesterday)! read more

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Had the best experience with Benjamin! My drink was running a little late and I didn't have to ask where it was...this NEVER happens

We had a fantastic dining experience! The three of us ordered cod, trout and mushroom soup -- perfectly cooked, fresh, and full of flavor. The cocktails were fantastic, and we ended the meal with a shared chocolate choux that added perfect sweet touch. Great atmosphere, attentive service. The place didn't feel busy even though every table was taken! read more