We had an incredible dinner at Ivory House. Every dish was perfect - the deviled eggs were salty and creamy, crab cakes were delicious, and I loved the grilled salad. The bread they bring you is mouth watering. My husband had the steak and it was exactly what I want steak to be. I had the shrimp and grits and they were so, so good. Several of the dishes had marinated cherry tomatoes. I do not like tomatoes but I loved them. Every detail was so well done. The service was perfect and the restaurant itself is beautiful. It's got the perfect lighting for a night out and there was a live piano player in the bar area. read more

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I've had Ivory House on our bucket list for a while. I was super excited to try it with my girlfriend for my birthday... Here is what they did well: - great bread, truly amazing as house made - gelato was fantastic - pretty inside/decor - sides were pretty good Here is where it went south: - our serve was very casual and almost seemed put off by us. Not attentive, not overly welcoming or friendly - my girlfriend stated it was my birthday, an our waitress saw me with a birthday gift and no acknowledgement no asking oh is it your birthday? Meanwhile 2 other tables received a happy birthday, with a candle and dessert - when going to a "steakhouse" is that you go there expect to have an amazing steak. Not the case, my "medium" steak was cooked half medium half rare. For a filet it was also very fatty. when I asked the server (probably 25 minutes after our food was served) she said it didn't look medium and offers to put it back on. no apology Overall it felt very underwhelming and when you pay $70 for a steak you expect it to be right. On top of that celebrating a special occasion, for a $200 meal for 2 people, it Was a bland experience. We've heard amazing reviews so hopefully your experience will be different than ours! We said we'd give it another shot but not going with steak. read more

The neighborhood is... rough. Bring a bodyguard and maybe a bazooka if you want to feel truly secure. But once you step inside, it's a completely different world. The place has great energy--feels like it was retrofitted from an old bank or something, but they nailed the design. Classy, comfortable, and capped off with live piano music that really sets the mood. The staff was fantastic... friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely on point. My buddy and I ordered old fashioneds and were shocked to find them filled with multiple ice cubes. Anyone who knows cocktails knows you only need one big cube. ONE. I switched to straight bourbon after that, and when I ordered it, they asked if I wanted it neat or on the rocks--with an option for "one big cube." So they had them! They just chose violence on the old fashioneds. Strange move, but I digress. I got the ribeye, my buddy got the filet. Both came out great... my ribeye was slightly over, but we're talking minor nitpicking here. The garlic shrimp add-on was solid, and both ladies had fish dishes that they absolutely loved--one got the sea bass and basically licked her plate, the other had tuna over noodles and raved about it. All in all, it was a great date night spot. I'll probably stick to the wine list next time instead of their signature drinks... but the food and atmosphere definitely make it worth a return trip. read more

Went to celebrate a retirement and Ivory House did not disappoint. The service was friendly and responsive. The food was delicious (special shoutout to the bread and cinnamon roll) and plated beautifully. Check out the Blue Room if you have a party of 8 - Wow! read more

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I'm a sucker for a good scallop, and Ivory House did not disappoint! R had a magnificent cut of salmon with a giant tower of asparagus (not pictured). We finished the evening with a truly decadent triple chocolate mousse cake. Exceptional service as always. Five stars! Get yourself over to the Westwood neighborhood of Cincinnati; thank me later. read more

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After all this time Ivory House still delivers and is on point with their food. Crab cakes- absolutely delicious. Chilean sea bass was amazing. Happy hour drinks and appetizers make your visit budget friendly. The staff are super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and drink specials. Keep up the good work I.H read more

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We came here for our second time last night, but this time brought friends. Both times we've come have been absolutely delightful! Our server last night was super sweet, attentive and knowledgeable. The food was all incredible and we got the mussels with the server's recommendation and let me tell you, she did not steer us wrong! Our order: Starters: aforementioned mussels + blue fin tuna Salad: wedge Mains: lamb lollipops with tomatoe cuc salad, hummus and naan + tomahawk steak (came with 2 sides and we got scalloped potatoes and Brussels) + Chilean sea bass with asparagus and mashed potatoes I was already full by the time the entrees came out but managed to try a bit of everything- the Chilean sea bass was my fave! The only complaint I heard at the table was that the Brussels were "too peppery", but I quite enjoyed them! It's definitely not somewhere we can come regularly because the price point is high, but worth it for special occasions and celebrating with friends!!!! The ambiance is great too- I love the glass table dividers and overall lighting! read more

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Food is great and Emma at the bar is wonderful. Restaurant week menu's choices were good and we enjoyed all the service

Walking into Ivory House, I expected a nice dinner. What I didn't expect was an experience so moving that I left feeling as though I had been part of something extraordinary. From the very first bite, it was clear that this was more than just a meal - it was a journey. The Caesar Deviled Eggs were a playful, elegant twist on comfort, while the Crab Cakes were so delicately prepared that each bite melted with flavor. Then came the warm sea salt rosemary bread, paired with house-made butter - simple, yet so perfectly executed that it set the tone for the evening: thoughtful, intentional, and crafted with love. But nothing could have prepared me for the main course: the Frutti de Mare. A dish so soulful, so harmoniously balanced, that I quite literally almost cried when I finished the last bite. No. Really. I was moved to sadness and almost drew tears. The freshness of the seafood, the depth of the sauce, the way each component sang together - it was as though the chef had poured heart and artistry into every detail. It wasn't just food; it was emotion on a plate. The service was also phenomenal. Our server and the host were incredibly attentive with every detail, elevating the entire evening and making us feel truly cared for. Thank you Elise, seriously, from the bottom of my heart. Dining at Ivory House felt like more than a night out - it felt like being reminded of how beautiful life can be when flavors, atmosphere, and hospitality align so perfectly. This wasn't just dinner; it was a memory I will treasure. If you are looking for more than a meal - if you are looking for an experience that stays with you long after you have left - Ivory House is that rare gem. read more

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Looking for steakhouse that's above average in the area? No, it's not Carlo & Johnny, nor Eddie Merlot's. It's Ivory House. Of the three choices, Ivory House surpasses in just about every way, from decor to ambience to service to food, it outshines them all. Decor/ambiance: eclectic, fun, unstuffy. The pianist was fantastic! Service: amazing! Elise was truly wonderful and genuine. Did a great job, especially of noticing things i.e. in the kitchen brought out croutons on a salad when they weren't supposed to or an iced tea not getting filled; she was even able to tell which of the two drinks I had I preferred more! She seems like someone everyone would want to hang out with! Food: Ivory House delivered a near perfect meal from start to finish. Appetizers - shrimp cocktail, bruschetta, and hummus were all beautifully plated and had great detail, like a charred lemon with the shrimp. The cocktail sauce tasted housemaid, and there was a nice zing to the hummus. Would have been nice to have the option of getting vegetables with hummus instead of pita... It wasn't on the menu, but I have a feeling if we asked, they would've made it happen. Salad - Caesar salad was perfect, everything in it was the correct amount. I enjoyed the pickled onions! Mains & Sides - my husband's steak came with most beautifully ginormous pad of garlic herb butter on it. The one bite of it I had was melty heaven. His brussels sprouts had good flavor, though he was disappointed in the amount of asparagus he received. My duck confit was so well balanced, I would be happy to order it again and again. Though I would've liked a few more beets on the plate, the flavor of the parsnip purée with the berry gastique was chef's kiss. It was like elevated Thanksgiving comfort food. Dessert - The seasonal cheesecake, salted caramel, looked decadent and delightful, and also like it could be shared between 2 to 3 people. I ordered two of the gelato/sorbet flavors, the strawberry lemon I could've done without, it needed more lemon, but the lemon basil was a sleeper hit! Sounds weird, I know right? I think it would be perfectly refreshing at the end of a meal, particularly in the warmer months. Oh and they had GLUTEN FREEE BREAD FOR THE TABLE! I have never seen a restaurant actually have a gluten-free offering for this! All in all, Ivory House is a classy but low key restaurant that is worth the drive! read more

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First time dining here and although a little pricey, the food and service were amazing. Nice to have a fine dining option on the west side. read more

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This place is gem on the west side of town. The decor is beautiful. There is a piano player the songs are wonderful. The service was impeccable and food amazing. I ordered the scallops with pasta. Seven scallops that were huge. The pasta cooked perfectly. Also ordered the lemon drop martini. Perfect sweetness My friend ordered the prime rib special which she loved. I will return to the ivory house in the near future read more

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One of our favorite spots in Cincinnati. It's a great place to stop in, have a cocktail or glass of wine, a Caesar salad and French onion soup, or make an evening of it and enjoy a delicious steak. The sides are to die for, with the whipped potatoes and Mac n cheese being favorites of our family. Do not skip dessert - they have incredible options, including my very favorite carrot cake in existence. Also, the rosemary bread? Dreamy. Brunch on the weekends is wonderful, too! read more

We were here on a Thursday night, parking is easy, and they have a parking lot. When we walked in, no people at the reception desk, so we waited a little bit. Finally got the girl to lead us to our reserved table. The inside decor is modern and nice, ambience is inviting. We got to learn that Thursday night is the prime rib night. So we decided to try it. Wow, the portion is huge, i never seen restaurant serve such big meat portion. It's is very tasty and well seasoned. The side dish is also very well cooked and tastes excellent. My only complaint is the steak knife, it's sooo dull and eventually i give up eating the steak. The dessert is really nice! Love the place but i hope they can upgrade their steak knives! read more

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We went as a double date with friends during restaurant week. The restaurant was busy on a Wednesday night. All of us ordered from the restaurant week menu. 4 caesar salads, 2 pork loin, 2 filets, 4 mashed potatoes, and a couple of different remaining sides. The salads were good. The croutons were cornbread so that was an interesting surprise. The pork loin was underwhelming and not very flavorful. We would not order it again. The filet was good as well, but nothing special. Some of my carrots were cooked and some were still very crunchy. My husband ordered the elote corn side and only took a couple bites. The mashed potatoes had a sweet taste to them. Desserts were good but very sweet as well. All around a very sweet menu. Service was good other than my husband having an entire sprite spilled on him. That made him uncomfortable for the whole dinner and less enjoyable for us all around. I was underwhelmed by how the manager handled the situation. Our server handled it quite well though and was quick about trying to make it better. read more

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Wow what a great restaurant and steak house. Enjoyed the wine and Tomahawk Ribeye. Located in downtown Westwood almost across from the old Westwood City Hall, this was a surprise find This place reminds me of the Precinct in its earlier years when someone stuck a steakhouse in a unique building in an out of the way location. The Ivory house, like the early days of the Precinct serves great steaks, a good vibe, eclectic people with a killer wine list. I keep hearing Westwood is a on the move and the place to be. This restaurant helps explains why. read more

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If you see the name "Ivory House" and think of exotic war movies, this might be the restaurant for you. If you think of colonialism and dead elephants, do yourself a favor and eat elsewhere. From the outside, the building looks like it used to be a funeral home. What might have been the casket drop-off was apparently closed off from the outside and later converted to a Covid-friendly outdoor dining area, making me wonder how the food gets to the diners outside. Whatever the answer, I wished that my group had chosen to eat out there because the inside of the restaurant was uncomfortably hot. Perhaps it is too early in the year for them to turn on the air conditioning? But the weather is how it is today - almost 80 degrees - and everyone was sweating. The inside feels dark to me. The decor is fine, though I don't understand why reviews even mention it. Our section had "beams" that clearly hid air ducts, and a recessed drop ceiling. The west side has nicer architecture in the average house. Our group was split: the meat-eaters loved their food; the fish eaters were grossed out. The fish and shrimp were themselves fine, but the grits were gross: sweet and weirdly smooth. I would *not* recommend the French onion soup. read more

Ivory House is my favorite west side secret. The food and ambiance here are top notch! They have daily specials, Wednesday is my favorite (salad, filet mignon, 2 sides and cinnamon roll for $50). The customer service is impeccable. My go to is the filet, Mac and cheese and Brussels! You can NEVER go wrong with that! The pork chop is a close second. Never leave this place without dessert! The warm cinnamon roll and ice cream is the perfect end cap, even if you have to take it to go! read more

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We visited Ivory House for the first time Happy Hour. The food, service and the bartender were the best. The Happy Hour menu is a great deal. They even sent a complimentary dessert to celebrate our anniversary. Highly recommend!! read more

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Heard some good reviews on this place and decided to check them out. The interior of the restaurant's classy and nice. A good place for date night. First off, we were served with bread. The waitress mentioned that it's freshly baked by their in-house pastry chef. As someone who chooses her carbs, I'm not really a fan of bread but they said it's sea salt bread so I got to try it! I'm totally in love! It's soft and warm with a hint of salt! Super appetizing! It leaves you craving for more! Side note: they do charge you $4 extra for extra bread... so that really a bummer I got the filet mignon with lobster tail, and I actually love their lobster tail more. I can taste the hint of sweetness from the lobster. Dipping it in butter just makes it tastier and juicy! Love it! The filet, on the other hand, was disappointing. Feel tougher than the other filets I had. We even got a complementary cinnamon roll with ice cream to end the night! read more

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I've only been twice to Ivory House last year. The food & service were superb with lovely ambiance. The second time was seated in a quieter area but close enough to hear the pianist. The first time we were seated too close to other tables some of which were only separated by a thin partition but at least it was a considerate effort. I really dislike being seated so close to another table ... especially when it's a larger group. I would love to catch one of their happy hours BUT one must be seated in the bar area which is tiny. Like maybe a dozen seated there at most. read more

This is white tablecloth steakhouse in Westwood (Cincy). The hostess quickly sat us at our table, we did have a reservation. Our waitress, Elisa came & greeted us & got our drink order. Bar service was quick (2-3 minutes). Elisa took our order & answering any question we had. Then she brought us the house made warm rosemary bread with butter. It was absolutely delicious. We ordered the NY strip (medium) with asparagus & fingerling potatoes & the tomahawk pork chop with whipped potatoes & elote creamed corn. The NY strip was cooked perfect with an awesome seared flavor. The fingerling potatoes were very tasty & grilled. The asparagus was tender & cooked to perfection. The tomahawk pork chop was amazing. It was tender, juicy & full of flavor. It was seated on top of the whipped potatoes & drizzled with a cherry sauce. The elote creamed corn was unique & tasty. It had sweet cornbread crumbles in it which put a unique spin on the standard elote corn. We were too full for dessert, although I would have loved to try their carrot cake, considering they have a house pastry chef. The restaurant was busy but noise level was low with talking. It was elegant & a nice place for a date or special occasion. There was a baby grand piano but no musician to play it, they did have an automatic player on it. I'm assuming there must be live music of some days, there was a tip jar on top the piano. read more

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Pricey but the food was excellent. The server was attentive but not bothersome. The place was clean, with live instrumental piano music. Great place to splurge on yourself or impress someone special. read more

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3rd time here and tonight was a big disappointment. No wagyu for the Sunday special. Would have been nice if they told us that via our reservation reminder. We sat at our table and watched a guy in the kitchen eating with his fingers. Not very appetizing. Substituted NY Strip for wagyu which was not good at all. My husband's steak was 30% gristle and inedible. My steak was fine but nothing better than I could have cooked myself on the grill with a steak from Kroger. The manager didn't even offer to comp a dessert or part of our meal. read more

I went to brunch on a Sunday with girlfriends and we will be back! It was an upscale environment and service was great. $5 mimosas were wonderful as well. The favorite dishes on the table were the egg bennys: the crab cake benedict and the florentine benedict. The omelet was a big hit as well. It is a perfect classy brunch and it was easy to make reservations. We celebrated a birthday and they brought us a complementary cinnamon roll. It was topped with bananas foster ice cream. So good! I also recommend the French press coffee. read more

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What a fantastic place! My husband had seafood and I had beef. Both were prepared perfectly and tasted great. Tad pricey but well worth it. We loved the atmosphere particularly the piano player. We will go back again and again. read more

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This was the absolute highlight of our trip to Cincinnati. We booked a reservation in advance to Ivory House because we wanted to take our friend out to a nice brunch, signifying the end of her bachelorette weekend. Ivory House did not disappoint - from the food to the service to the atmosphere. We began with a round of bread pudding French toast, and let me tell you, it was divine. A lovely soft interior with a caramelized exterior - the gelato was rich but honestly, it was totally appropriate. It would have made a nice dessert, too! This was good for the table to share because I think it may be too rich for someone for a full meal. Don't get me wrong, it was excellent. Most of us opted for a Cassoulet for our main meal. I had the Southwest Cassoulet and it was excellent. All of the flavors - from the steak to the aioli, peppers and onions, potatoes and egg - created a true symphony of flavors on my tongue. And the steak was cooked to perfection. I wish I could eat it every day for breakfast! I also wish Ivory House was by me in NJ. I will definitely make it a point to come here whenever I am in the area. A fabulous gem of a steakhouse! read more

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Excellent food, impeccable service, great atmosphere. It is a little pricey but worth every penny! I highly recommend this place!

Definitely make reservations. Check the website, certain nights have dinner specials. Parking is in the back in a lot. Once you go inside it's so elegant. There was a a little ve piano player who can take tips so definitely bring some cash. The lighting, decor and tables were elegant but not "stuffy". A wonderful date place or if you want to enjoy the vibes sitting at the small bar area is also a vibe. read more

We went here for dinner on Sept 14th and it was so good. The server was so friendly, there was live piano player providing a nice ambiance, and the food was amazing. I was thinking the restaurant would just be Westwood's attempt at fine dining, but the Ivory House is a truly fantastic dining experience. read more

The food was great, the service was great and the but price was good, But, it's not at the Ruby level for being an experience. When I'm paying top dollar for a meal, I want the experience to memorable. We'll go back, but for the food. read more

Drinks were very good, food was OK but not what you would expect for the price. The biggest complaint was they would not except a gift card, which was the reason for the visit. read more

What a gem in the heart of the Westside! My husband and I went for brunch and we're not disappointed. The decor is very nice, swanky you might even say. The piano was a lovely touch especially having live music! The service was great, our server was very friendly, even with her other large groups she was taking care of. The manager and other servers were quick to jump in and help, and the water service was much appreciated. We started with mimosas which happened to be the $5 deal that week which made us very happy. I had the avocado toast which is, I believe the best I have ever had, and my husband had the French toast which was also fantastic albeit way too much to finish for us together. We would love to come back to try their dinner service. Highly recommend! read more

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Service was very good. Had the Tomahawk special plenty got two and delish. Blistered carrots so good. I wish they would turn the piano sound down a couple notches. It is too loud for conversation at the bar. read more

I'm so glad I finally got to try this place. It was so good! The service was top notch and the food was even better! The live piano playing in the background made it very relaxing. The design of the dining room was cool as well. read more

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If you're looking for a new favorite steakhouse, look no further than Ivory House! My fiancé and I were searching for a new restaurant to enjoy for my birthday this year. In passing, he mentioned seeing a billboard he drove past on I-71, praising Ivory House as the "Best New Restaurant in Cincy." We decided to give it a shot, and we're so thankful we did! We started with a great wine recommendation from our server (can't remember the name of the bottle but she was very knowledgeable of the offerings based on our taste preferences). For appetizers, we ordered the Crab Cakes, which were flaky and flavorful, and the Tomato Plate, which was refreshing and balanced. For entrees, I ordered the filet mignon, black & bleu. My steak was perfectly cooked to my request, and the taste rivaled any other big steakhouse in town. My fiancé also ordered a filet, with a side of bacon-wrapped scallops. These were tender and smoky ... a perfect addition! As a birthday dessert, we ordered the seasonal creme brûlée. In December, it's chai-flavored and a must-order. You won't regret checking out Ivory House ... perfect for a birthday, anniversary, date night, or Wednesday night! It was also reasonably priced for a steakhouse, but there are definitely opportunities to treat yourself. read more

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I don't travel over to Westwood, I have no reason to. Probably why it's taken so long to try Ivory House. I was shocked at how charming the inside was and how good the food was. My steak meal at brunch (Werk Castle Feast) was very good. It was $30 but the value wasn't really there, I would be surprised if that was even 3 oz of steak. The steak was cooked perfect to medium as requested, fingerling potatoes were so yum. There was a sauce on the plate I'm guessing for the steak but the steak was so good, I didn't need it (the sauce was pretty good though). I saved the small salad for last but it was surprisingly tasty with some type of vinaigrette. Everyone at the table enjoyed the pancakes and bread pudding French toast. The Town Hall Omelette was delightfully delicious (I snuck a few bites). My only complaint was the price point for the Werk Castle steak meal but cost never stops me if the food and service are good. I think $20-$22 vs $30 makes more sense to me, not even sure what type of steak I was eating. I'm planning to return, lots of things I want to try on the brunch menu. read more

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I apologize in advance that I don't have photos to back up my review, but I decided to keep my phone in the car! We went with friends for restaurant week and I'm so glad we did! The restaurant has an great vibe and how the tables were arranged was perfect. We were seated in an area with two four tops, so it was quiet and made it easy to have wonderful conversations. Two of us had the Tomahawk Pork Chop and two had the Filet. All of our sides were carrots, broccolini, fingerling potatoes and elote creamed corn were perfectly grilled and charred!! The only slight issue was the Caesar salad. Nothing major, just the lettuce was hard to eat and we wished it had another type mixed in. I've seen Ivory House reviews on many platforms and everyone was right! Come see for yourself! You won't be disappointed! I promise to take pictures when we all come back for brunch in May!!! read more

It is time to celebrate my son's birthday. He suggested Ivory house. Looking at the menu, this place was too expensive. It was Cincinnati Restaurant week, my son noted there will be a discounted menu, so we tried it. The Cincinnati Restaurant Week menu was reasonable. The place was nice. They gave us our own room for 10 (we only had 5 people). It was nice for us 5. We had a salmon appetizer that was top shelf. I usually don't order appetizers, but my son wanted one on his birthday, so we all enjoyed. Everyone but me ordered the Caesar salad, and I missed out. The house salad was dry, but everyone thought the Caesar salad was the bomb. They added anchovies. My son was being healthy and had the salmon with his wife. My grandson had the filet minion, My wife and I had the pork chop. They were all excellent. The pork chop was so tender. When it came to dessert, my son got the carrot cake, while the rest of us got the chocolate mousse cake. This was disappointing. The Chocolate mousse cake was a small amount of chocolate mousse with dry cake on the side. I should have gotten the carrot cake. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, delicious food and attentive staff. I took my mom and aunt for their birthday lunch and we sat outside. They had fans going and it's covered so no issues with heat. The staff was really fantastic and chatty and offering suggestions. The food was really delicious and there were lots of items I would like to try in the future for other visits. I love seeing such a really great unique restaurant oj the west side. Definitely will be back! We had the burger and sliders (both soooo good), the ahi tuna tacos were also amazing and shared the Brussels which weren't really a favorite but still ok. There is parking also! read more

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