My husband and I have been meaning to eat at Gorji's after hearing about it through many avenues over the years, and we had a blast last month trying it for a late Valentine's Day dinner the Friday night after V-Day. The interior is super intimate, only 6 tables for the evening, and you're really being catered to and cooked for individually throughout the night. Also love that the restaurant has specific parking spots reserved, as this area always gets super packed at peak hours. We arrived slightly early before our reservation but were kindly seated immediately to enjoy grilled sourdough with dipping olive oil. The olive oil was itself magnificent, and came with parm as well as something citrus-y, maybe lemon. I never want to eat bread any other way! The house server also came around and recommend Marco Bonfante moscato d'asci when I requested a sweeter wine, which I loved. All the food we ate was incredible, but I do want to mention a couple of dishes that stood out the most. The first course catfish was truly amazing. Perfectly pan-fried, perfectly seasoned, on a bed of lemony arugula that complimented the savory flavors of the fish so well. Definitely understand why this is a regular on the prix fixe menus. The caesar salad was also incredible. Love the dressing and the inclusion of whole anchovies for you to enjoy with the salad. Chef Gorji truly has a way with the grill. The bone-in pork chop was honestly the best pork chop I've ever had in my life -- cooked to perfection, so tender and so flavorful and so moist, with amazing char on the outside. And it was also such a generous portion! The vodka sauce and gnocchi and langoustine provided a lovely balance to the plate, but the star of the show was truly the pork chop. We both loved it. The tenderloin with gnocchi gorgonzola was also excellent, and cooked perfectly medium rare as well. Both desserts we tried were unique and very good. Loved the tart savory sweet balance of the kefir cheese with medjool dates, and the vanilla ice cream went phenomenally well with drizzled dessert wine, tart mulberries, and crunchy pistachios. Also really love that this establishment is tip free, so you know exactly what you're paying from the beginning. My husband and I had a great time and would love to come back for more special occasions in the future! read more

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tl;dr: Gorji Restaurant is a fantastic meal and experience that we will remember, but the price is very high for what you get. The restaurant has six tables and six time slots on Open Table: one for each table and that's all the tables they serve for a night. I strongly recommend picking one of the first four if you can, because the restaurant has just four reserved parking spaces for guests and that area of Addison can be EXTREMELY tough to find parking at dinner time on a Friday or Saturday night. If you are time slot 5 or 6 definitely give yourself another 15 minutes to find parking and walk. The restaurant has just three staff members: Gorji himself, a waiter, and an additional chef in the back. You'll see the waiter all the time, he's a nice fellow with a humorous personal touch who will be zipping around the dining room and Gorji makes a personal tableside appearance with every course to make sure its to your liking. Tables are spaced about five feet apart so there's plenty of room to get around without feeling cramped and every table feels intimate and romantic. People talk at their tables but it never feels noisy. The menu partially rotates from week to week. There's a few staple items which are always there and then every week (on around Wednesday or Thursday) the new menu will be posted which will have 1-2 new items in every category. When we arrived at the restaurant we were also informed of an additional special item of the day not listed on the menu: a yellowfin tuna appetizer which we didn't order but sounded nice. The standout dishes for us were the catfish appetizer, the vanilla ice cream, and the kefir butterfly. The pan fried catfish was absolutely delightful, one of the best fried fishes I've ever had with a delicate crispy skin and tender juicy flesh, and a perfectly paired sauce. Don't sleep on the ice cream either. This is not a default ice cream scoop like a lot of fancy restaurants will toss you. They churn the ice cream in house and you can taste the difference, and paired with the wonderful wine sauce, dried berries, and rose petals it's a really over the top dish. Finally, the kefir butterfly is more than just a photo op. It looks very nice, but it actually tastes fantastic as well. The pomegranate reduction is amazing and goes so well with the cheese and the date. We were using forks to carefully scrape every last drop off the plate. The thing that sticks out to me about all the dishes we liked best though is the sauces. Gorji is a really REALLY standout saucier. The best dishes in the restaurant are the ones with sauce and the man has awards for his sauces hanging on the walls of the restaurant. If there's anything to be disappointed about here it's that the unsauced dishes are just not as good. We did not order the caesar salad (which has a sauce) and in hindsight that was a mistake. The Panzanella is fine, but it's just a caprise salad with bread. The sugar kiss melon is fine, but not memorable. The venison loin which we had came with a cognac sauce and that was really spectacular (though not to the heights of the catfish or the two desserts we had). The beef tenderloin lacked a sauce and, while it was cooked competently to an exacting standard, it just didn't really "pop" for me. The side vegetables for both dishes were completely dry and could have used something. For $130pp it's just... a lot. We enjoyed our experience. It's nice food, but you're paying a notable markup for the exclusivity of the whole six-tables-a-night setup and we weren't that hooked by it really. We just picked it out for the really interesting prix fixe menu. Yes, there's no tip. Yes, there's a 5% cash discount. But even with those things in mind this is like a $100pp meal with a $130pp price tag. It's not outrageous though. If the exclusive dining experience is very appealing to you though, you'll have a great time and think this is a great deal. read more

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Chef Gorji has been the star in Dallas for decades. If you are new to Dallas and would like to have a taste of what Dallas was before the mushrooming growth, you should take the time to make a reservation at Gorji's. Chef has a set menu based on the ingredients he gets that day for it a private dinining experience. The restaurant use to be a all dining restaurant in earlier years and was called Canary by Gorji. The style is Mediterranean. Chef Gorji ha won awards for the best steak in Dallas many times. Beef Filet Mignon, Grilled Octopus, Medjool Date Butterfly, Gorgonzola Gnocchi are some of the regular favorites. Chef is also known for his sauces and can be bought online or at the restaurant. Also available on his website is the take out menu options. There is a wide selection of whites and red to pair with the three or four course menu that you may select. Chef has vegetarian options for each course and they are also good. The restaurant has reserved parking spots for its patrons on the eastside. If you enjoy private dining then this one is for you. It's strictly NO TIP restaurant so if you like it then eat and be the repeat guest. read more

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Went here for a date night as I had read about it in a magazine as a nice intimate setting with good food. Service: It's definitely small and quaint! Can't beat it as it's only like 6 or so tables a night! Also no worry about tipping as it's all built into the price of the meal. Food: Good but it's one of those "fancy" places so expect smaller plates. Everything had great tasting ingredients and was prepared well, but in a homey way still. Only gave it 4 stars as I expected a bit more for the price. read more

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Gayetta and I celebrated our 48th anniversary last night at Gorji and it was spectacular. We each had the 4 course dinner, choosing different options. They were all wonderful! Chef was very attentive and he selected a perfect wine to enhance our meals. He even gave us a gift to honor our anniversary. We will definitely return to dine again. read more

First off, my husband and I were excited to try this restaurant. It was intriguing to go where you basically have a private chef serving only 6 tables. It must be great, right? Wrong. Don't fall for the mystique. Appetizers where basic and very small, we both then ordered the filet. Mine was served rare, I ordered medium rare plus. My husbands was served well and he ordered medium. The grilled vegetables that were served with it were very good and probably the best part of the meal. Maybe it was an off night. Either way, not worth the price. read more

First if all I was shocked reading the 1 star reviews. It's, true, they don't seat kids. I, for one can appreciate that. He only seats 5 tables each night. So the person who said it was too loud in there, can't blame the Gorji. That was on your fellow diners. We've been here several times. This is a special date night place we recommend ALL the time. We've brought friends and family, We've never been disappointed. Never been treated rudely and we certainly never judged the combinations of ingredients. We've tried things we would have never tried elsewhere because we knew it would be cooked perfectly. Anchovies come to mind. Fresh anchovies. He travels daily to get the freshest ingredients for that days menu. If you have an issue with the service remember that everyone has a bad day. If it seems to be more, you should probably look inwards is my thought. 10/10 highly recommend. read more

Always fantastic. We feel like we are in Italy again! Love the food. Love the place. Gorji is a top notch chef! He is always on site and ready to make you what you want. Worth making a reservation, super quaint only 5 tables. read more

This was probably the best meal I've had in the DFW area in terms of food + ambiance + service all taken into consideration. I took my husband here for our 7th wedding anniversary. I was surprised I got us in because I didn't call until 2 days before but the owner was very kind and accommodating. The place is very small and only has 5 tables. We were the third table to arrive but the place had filled by the time we were finishing. One thing I love about this place is that they have a no tipping policy. That means the prices are a little higher, but you truly do get what you pay for. We were presented with a seasonal table d'hôte menu that offered a few options for each course. My first course might have been my favorite: a whole sardine served with greens and a spicy remoulade and cucumber tomato salad. The sardine was crispy with just the right salt level and that salad was magic. The remoulade really was spicy, too, but everything was well-balanced. For the salad course I ordered a hearts of palm salad while my husband got a panzanella. Both were delicious. I hate overdressed salads so I was so happy to see how light and carefully dressed my salad course was. For the main courses they had New Zealand venison in two ways (both were surf and turf dishes) on the menu and we decided to give it a try. My husband got loin medallions over gnocchi with shrimp and I got a tenderloin that was served with langoustines and a Gorgonzola sauce. Okay, so I wasn't sure about combining seafood with Gorgonzola, and I wasn't sure about pairing venison with seafood, but I was happy to be proven incorrect. The sauce was, indeed, a little rich and strong so I didn't use all of it but it was still a really nice pairing with the venison. The venison, in addition, was perfectly cooked. I added a cross section picture so you can see just how perfect. The vegetables that accompanied our meal were vibrant and seasonal and delicious. My only regret is I couldn't quite finish everything because I was too full. For drinks we shared a bottle of wine (the selection is excellent, by the way) and instead of doing a dessert we opted for a glass of 40-year-old tawny port. It was delicious. After dinner service, the owner, who cooks everything himself with only one sous chef in the kitchen, came and talked with us for a good 15 minutes and he could not have been more delightful. In addition, our server was attentive and polite without ever hovering. The best part was because they only take 5 reservations a night, we never felt rushed because the staff said no one else was coming in so we could be there as long as we wanted. Our reservation was at 6:30 and we were there for over 2 hours enjoying ourselves. All-in-all, I would highly recommend this place to anyone read more

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With only 5-7 tables in the dining room, cuisine prepared by a creative and daring master chef, and a professional waiter who actually serves from the left and removes from the right (what a concept!), Gorji is close to a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Expensive, yes, but the no-tipping policy reduces the pressure on your wallet down to that of dining in almost any other up-up-upscale restaurant. The duck breast was the best I've ever had, and my wife enjoyed the sea bass, which was prepared and presented in a manner neither of us have seen before. We wouldn't mind at all if Chef Gorji mandated upscale dress for his diners, in keeping with his upscale restaurant. But sadly, those days are nearly gone. Few people "dress for dinner" anymore, though the Gorji experience certainly deserves it. read more

This was such a great experience. Wonderful food and great atmosphere. I loved the no tipping and pre fixe menu (so that we didn't go above our budget). Very reasonable prices for such amazing food. read more

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Reservation only. Boutique establishment, five tables and four spaces. Charges you full meal price even if you cannot any of the menu and thus do not order. They do warn about their cancelation "deposit" like policy. read more

Was invited here on my birthday by my wonderful partner and joined by friends, and it was a great choice. The food was delicious, flavorful, fresh, and interesting. The chef came by a few times and personally served us, explaining the dishes. It was a quiet, intimate setting. I'd highly recommend a visit if you want something unique. Note -- they do not take walk-ins. read more

Expensive but so intimate. Perfect for a couples date night or for us a quiet dinner for 4 where can enjoy conversation. Food was excellent and chef driven! Service is great. Highly recommend! We will be back. Treat yourself! read more

First of many visits to come. The food was amazing and the service was phenomenal. Nice intimate environment. The chef is very personable with each guest. read more

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A true fine dining experience. Only five tables, reservations only, no televisions and a great relaxing atmosphere. One of the best fine dining restaurants not only in Dallas but all of Texas. Weekly changing menu with great service and a wide variety of excellent wines. Great interaction with the chef/owner too. read more

We have been going to Gorji's for many years and is absolutely one of our favorite restaurants. His attention to detail combined with his immense knowledge of how to use different flavors is unmatched! We have our anniversary dinner here every year and will continue to for years to come. read more

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Great food. It is tough to get reservations but its worth it. If you are tired of going to main stream date night restaurents and want a cue rated experience try this. read more

After years of curiosity, we finally made it to Gorji Restaurant last night and it did not disappoint! Most importantly, everything we ordered was cooked to the perfect temperature. The flavors and seasonings were spot on. With only a handful of tables, service is extremely personalized and the environment is very warm and welcoming. Gorgi was so kind to help us rearrange our reservation when I got sick on the original date and greeted us by name when we arrived. His passion for food is really what drives this place to success. We will be back! Oh! I almost forgot! Order a cup of coffee. Just do it. read more

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I am indeed a foodie and very picky about restaurants in the DFW area. However, Chef Gorji met my high standards with foods that were amazingly prepared. You can't go wrong with whatever you order but the Sea Bass and Vegetarian Lasagna had me wanting more. The grill vegetables were so well prepared I was left shocked by the seasoning he used. He is also a very humble and kind man and that is an extra bonus. If you want good food in Dallas look no further go to Gorji Restaurant and enjoy good food. Dr. Lisa read more

Great ambiance - no tvs, limited seating, you are the only one who will be served on that table for the night, so no rush. Amazing food - everything came out amazing, from the fish to the steak. The chef came out after every course to make sure the food was good. Food is seasonal - so menu is constantly changing. You do need to make reservations. Definitely a place I will be going back too. read more

We have had wonderful meals here on several occasions in the past. This was our first time taking out and it was spectacular.

If I could give more stars I would! This is hands down mine and my husband's FAVORITE restaurant. The food is always spectacular and made with enthusiasm and love. The Chef is truly a legend in my book. Everything he touches and recommends is always spot on. Specialty wines and mouth water food is what you'll get. My favorite meal or as I would call it "my last meal request" is the lamb and quail, ending the night with the kefir and date dessert. Whatever you get here you will not be disappointed. It's a small restaurant, so make sure to plan ahead and make reservations. We love this because it adds to the experience and you always know your meal Is made just for you. I'm hesitant to tell everyone about this place but yet I want to tell everyone because it's just that good. Go if you love amazing quality food... you won't be disappointed. read more

What a great meal and a great evening. Wonderful food, and considering this is a no-tipping restaurant, the fixed price is a bargain for four courses. Tenderloin, catfish, snapper, venison, vegetables, and ice cream were all excellent. Only five tables. Reserved parking out front (move an orange cone). read more

Chef made us a special meal since open table mistakenly let me make a reservation when he was doing a prix fix night. Personal service was so special. Paella hit the spot - I've been wanting to try it for YEARS and it did not disappoint. Roasted veggies were perfection. We'll be going back for sea bass. read more

Gorji Restaurant - Paella - Seafood Near Me - Dallas, Texas

A unique experience, but probably won't return. Highlights were the the chef checking on the table after each course and the desserts. My guests and I agreed that we overpaid for the quality and lack of creativity of the food. Felt very at home here, but expectations fell flat for $130/person. read more

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From reserved parking to a secluded dining, This was definitely an experience. The food was good food. The same comfort food that you would have in home, Chef Gorji brings to life and makes upscale. Scheduling felt very fancy but classic. You must call to make a reservation as they only seat 5 tables a night. They menu changes weekly and he offers a choice of 3 or 4 course meals. Lastly this is a no tipping restaurant as it is included in the meal price. There is not a up charge for s read more

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We were in town for the weekend and called the restaurant 2 days before to see if they have availability. They just happened to have a last minute cancellation so we took the last table for the night. This is a small restaurant, basically staffed by the chef/owner and one server. There are only 5 tables and nicely spaced for social distancing. We 3 had the 4 course meal and I have to say, it was one of the best meals I've had for quite a while. Appetizer, salad, entree and dessert were all outstanding with great service. The chef came out after each dish was served and personally made sure that the food was to our satisfaction. They were and we appreciated the attention to service and customers. Quail appetizer, Campari tomatoes, venison with gnocchi and the kefir cheese with date dessert were all standouts! They change their menu weekly so next time we are in town, we will return.... Can't wait. read more

Very small and quint establishment (and might I add a tad hard to find but that's likely my own fault ) So let me start by saying this place is very small--20-25 seater opacity small so I think it's safe to say not for large groups (though I imagine you could get a very ahead of time reservation for a medium sized group). They have very attentive servers who are helpful and pleasant. They also have a nice wine selection, larger than I would expect from such a small place. The food here is exceptional! Everything from the seafood (scallops, escargot, shrimp) which were mega fresh, to the tasty lamb and amazingly juicy pork chop (which I think is hard to accomplish), I loved everything I have tried here. I especially loved that the flavors are balanced with decidedly Mediterranean flavors but in cool and freshly inventive ways. I will say that their famous red sauce, though very light and fresh, is not as flavorful as I would have expected. The one negative think I can possibly say is that given the small size and limited servers, sometimes the wait can get little long. Overall, amazing experience! read more

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Best food in Dallas! Spectacular experience. I can't wait to go again. No words to explain. Just go!

Let us start with the ambiance, this restaurant is intimate and charming. You must have reservations. We were there on a weekday and had a wonderful time. They keep the seating to 5 tables that allowed for very personalized service. Between the waiter and the owner we were impressed by the quality of service. Now the best part. THE FOOD! Every course was spectacular and so flavorful. The catfish appetizer could have been an entree and we would have considered our meal out of the world. My wife had the New Zealand venison and I had the top sirloin. Both were fantastic! We recommend this establishment to anyone. read more

I had the most amazing Mother's Day dinner last evening. To start with, the greeting is always so warm and welcoming. I started my dinner with the venison. It was perfectly cooked and amazingly juicy with a "to die for" cognac sauce. Next I had the lamb and quail. Both meats were delicious. To my pleasant surprise, the quail was mostly deboned , with the exception of the legs and wings. This made eating the delicious little bird easy! As always, the grilled veggies added a nice touch. My friend and I wanted a little time to finish our glass of wine before dessert and this request was gladly accommodated because the table is yours for the evening. Year after year, this continues to be my very favorite restaurant for the warmth, the service, the interesting wine selections and food quality. read more

Wow, wow, wow!!! What a pleasant surprise, I walked in thinking it would be a place with the usual hummus and kebabs. Turns out it is a true fusion of norther, eastern, southern and western Mediterranean flavor by a classically trained chef. His talent and skill was somewhat evident in the menu, but then Chef Giorgi came to greet us in person, told us his personal and culinary story. After that, he discussed all the flavor profiles, gluten free options and ensured we had first class service. This is a hidden gem inside of a usual Addison strip plaza. The hipsters can hit the chain spots, but serious foodies have a real destination. Shame on you D magazine! Dallas needs to know about chef owned joints with world class flavor. This place should be in their top 10 each month. read more

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Chef Gorji and his staff exemplify fine dining at its best. Chef ensures that each reservation (made over the phone) is personally confirmed. He shops for the all the local groceries for his guests, never turns the table (it's yours for the whole evening) and speaks with you at the table to ensure each dish is made to your liking. This date night gem has become our location for birthday parties and our most recent company holiday party. Yes, you can rent the whole venue out and enjoy the restaurant with all your closest friends!!! Chef's gnocchi, pork chop and grilled and chilled avocado topped with his Arrabiata sauce are some of my favorites. I always get the grilled octopus anytime its available. Cheers! read more

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First, this is a limited seating restaurant with about ~10 tables, so it is recommended you make a reservation...don't think they take walk-ins. Parking can be a chore with the AMC movie theater around the corner and other restaurants. I recommend you get the complementary Lonestar valet parking just around the corner. I came here with my wife on a dinner date. We've always wanted to come here. We had our reservations and were welcomed warmly by a super nice waiter called Lawrence. There were only two other tables that had guests, the rest were empty. Our waiter Lawrence was impressive as he went through the menu items like a pro. He knew everything that was being offered and recommendations from popular items like the back of his hand! I ordered the special 3 course $53 special and wife ordered the $34 Paella with pulled rabbit, spanish chorizo, mussels & shrimp with saffron white wine rice. Before you get your appetizers, you'll be given a Palate cleanser in a small glass made of champagne and sangria. We ordered the White wine - Broadbent vinho verde,2012 portugal wine. $8 and the red wine - Mayol 2012 (Priorat, Spain) $15. For appetizers, wife got the mussels which were large compared to other places we've had them. I got the special 3 course meal appetizer which was a pizza with spear fish. This is in chef Gorgi's special cookbook menu and it was DELICIOUS! I also got the Salad (spinach) with strawberry. From chef Gorgi's cookbook when you order the three course meal. This was yummy! For the entree from the 3 course special, I was served the Colorado Lamb T-Bone & Grilled Quail with tabbouleh and tzatziki which was fantastic! We got the Four Berry Sorbet dessert which was fabulous! Chef Gorji also came by to say hello and check on us. He also said goodbye to us when we left. We'll definitely come back! read more

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We did the Valentine's prefix to go, and it was FANTASTIC! The food was fantastic. To go can be a little hit or miss, but it had been well cooked and packaged. Also, I love asparagus but it is easily over/undercooked, and it was absolute perfection. As far as Covid safety goes, everything was safely packaged and handed off. Highly, highly recommend. Cannot wait to get dinner here again! read more

Certainly one of the more exclusive and personal experience I've dined at in a long time. To get a table it is highly recommend that you make a reservation. The restaurant only serves eight tables a night. The chef does everything there and you'll feel very connected to the restaurant and the food you will eat. I ordered the prime beef tenderloin and it just melts in my mouth. I will definitely return with my family in the future. read more

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I had a great experience here. I love that it's a small restaurant. We got a more personalized experience with the chef/owner. Chef Gorji was very friendly and accommodating. He paid attention to every detail. Everything tasted great. I would highly recommend this restaurant. Definitely one of my favorites in DFW. read more

Gorji is so endearing! I booked the restaurant for a 4 person work dinner and it was perfect. The restaurant is spacious, quiet, and relaxed. I'd usually review each dish individually, but everything was excellent -- and to stay true to Gorji's answer to "what should we order here?", order whatever draws your attention :-) I have no doubt you'll enjoy it. read more

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In a nut shell this is an amazing place to have a romantic date night. It's a genuine treat and we are already planning to return with friends. NOTE: You must make reservations and he is only open 4 hours a night. So make sure you call him to plan for that. First off we learned the Gorji has been here for many years, hidden in plain sight. I drive by on a regular and never knew he was here. There are about 10 tables and he does not like to seat people next to one another so he will never have more than 4 tables seated at one time. He does not allow children in the restaurant as he wants this to be a place of experience for the adult palette. The chef himself comes out at each course to ensure you are enjoying what he has prepared. It's the perfect place to feel pampered and special. I can't say enough good things. There is nothing I can see that would need to be improved, thus the 5 star rating. (people that would judge down for rules that are understood up front [ie: children], have no valid point.) Gorji himself travels 100 miles EACH DAY to get the produce and meats for the days menu. He has items that stay on the regular menu, but the "Special of the Day" depends on what he deemed perfect for the meal. Of course we chose this option. This is a three course meal that you can choose form two options. An app, a side and a main course. We decided to get one of each so we got to try all six items offered. Because the menu changes daily on the special it would not be really beneficial to detail what we had however let me tell you I tried things (fresh anchovies) that I never would have tried anywhere else. The combination of things on the plate would have never been in my dreams to combine together but the flavors of all 5 things was absolutely breathtaking. You will not be disappointed I guarantee. read more

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