Gina is amazing! The drinks are good. Great customer service, very informative about drinks. Place also connected to a bunch of other Definitely plan on coming back when in town! read more

Looking for a romantic, candle lit spot with drinks for date night? Look no further. If you want a quaint spot for a glass of wine and a snack with friends, look no further. Lucas Confectionary has such a warm, inviting vibe all around. It may not be a one stop dinner spot, but it is an amazing pre-dinner stop for some drinks and appetite inducing snacks. With the extremely limited menu and offerings, you expect everything to be thoughtful and serve a purpose, and they deliver. For my drink, I ordered one of the red blends and it was very good for sipping along side a board of charcuterie and cheese My small group opted for the "pick three" option for a board. We ordered the manchego, smoked duck breast, and the pâté. It was a superb plate. The manchego was salty and funky, offered with dried apricots. The pate was rich and fatty, offered with whole grain mustard, pickled onions and cornichons. The smoked duck was offered with a blueberry-mustard compote. Also all accompanied with some nice fresh bread. Each flavor served a purposed and made for several tasty bites that piqued my interest. For a pre-dinner stop, I was very impressed. Also, sad to see this location absolutely empty on a Saturday evening. Lucas Confectioary is a perfect spot for an intimate date night, meeting friends, an after work drink, girls night, etc. Highly recommend a visit here! read more

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Had wine and charcuterie board before the concert here. House wine was nice and light. Charcuterie board was delicious. Everything on our board was perfect. I dont remember which cheese we had but all tasted great. Dessert were to die for. When in Troy, this is the place to be. read more

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Lucas Confectionery, quite simply, is our favorite local wine bar. Period. As soon as you walk through the doors, you melt into the cozy, warm lighting and decor of bygones times. You are provided with a choice list of delightful wines, beer (cans and tap), and more with information and careful attention provided by the knowledgeable staff. They are there to provide insightful info on your choices and allow you to have a taste for your final decision. If you've just stopped in for a glass or two, once you've decided on what's in your glass, you can choose to sit in the quaint bar room which is truly a page out of the victorian era (which is the building's roots). You may also saunter to the back room.This back room is a treasure. In the cold weather, it's cozy and you can take a seat and gaze into the fireplace. In the summer, the roof retracts... yes, retracts(!) to make it an open-air space. This place has the whole vibe - quiet place to ponder over a glass of wine or have a romantic night out over candle lit wine. There are delicious small plates and cheese boards to pair with your sip. One of the Capital District's best. read more

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Lucas Confectionary- Boujee trendy spot in Troy with delicious finger food. Overall a nice pricey spot for an intimate romantic date or group hang out. Ambiance- indoors is dimly lit and romantic which makes it a great atmosphere for an intimate date. The back is a converted outdoor setup which is perfect during the winter because it is well insulated yet feels outdoors. Meatballs and garlic bread: delicious and strong flavors. Small portion though. 3 Cheeses and 3 Meats: I enjoyed the ingredients. This went very well with the wines we ordered. White Bean Hummus: fresh ingredients and nice finger food Prosciutto and Provolone Stuffed Peppers: We really disliked this dish. It was a bit odd. The dish could have been improved if the peppers were roasted. The raw peppers were a surprisingly odd flavor and texture that didn't compliment the prosciutto and cheese well. read more

Lucas Confectionery - 3 Cheeses and 3 Meats & White Bean Hummus & Prosciutto and Provolone Stuffed Peppers - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

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This place rocks. All the wines tasted great. It's somewhat small plate with a limited menu but it is great tasting food. The inside atmosphere us awesome with various seating styles along with an outside area. read more

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Love love love this spot. It's a wonderful intimate place to gather with. Friends or go on a date. The ambiance is very chill and trendy. I love the fact that they restore and reuse historical pieces in the design. We popped in on a sweltering summer night recently to indulge in their Tuesday special. I had a delicious Riesling to sip alongside my incredible build your own smashburger, the toppi g choices were amazing. I settled on pickled onions, bacon, cheddar, and a regular bun. My husband chose a gluten-free bun, and the American, which is made with American cheese, tomato, ketchup, and he added carmelized onions. We shared an order of their loaded tots, which were to die for. The owner, Vic, was there to greet people and help out , he is always very friendly and warm. His Sommelier/Bar Tender is very knowledgeable and helpful when deciding what type of wine or cocktail you should choose. They have a fantastic craft cocktail menu and even mocktails for non drinkers. Even the complimentary house water is refreshing. This will be a lifesaver this summer no doubt. Always innovative! GREAT JOB VIC AND STAFF!! read more

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Just Wow!! Went in for Burgers and Tots.. simply delicious. Patty was prepared perfectly and topped with gorgeous heirloom tomato and fresh crisp lettuce. Margarita was superb and fresh. As soon as you get there you are transported into bliss and hospitality. The garden is a great spot to take in nature and a bit of Troy history. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

Nice atmosphere and great location and they have outside dining but they offer very little food choices, things like cheese plates etc. And it's expensive. Plus when I hear " confectionary" I think of baked deserts, and there aren't any! read more

Despite the name,this is NOT a bakery.it is a wine bar located in what was formerly a bakery.nice place but don't go there for looking to buy cookies and pies! read more

Lucas Confectionery is absolutely adorable. I was introduced to Lucas while attending a wine tasting that was hosted within the bar. From the moment we approached the bar, I knew I would love everything about the space. I couldn't get over the exposed brick and the wood paneling throughout the bar. Lucas doesn't have a lot of sitting inside but it's very spacious. The bar can easily hold a large number of people that opt to stand. Lucas is not a place that would visit for a sit down meal because the sitting isn't conducive to a sit down dinner. Lucas does have outdoor sitting on the back patio that has ample tables. Since it was just starting to warm up when I visited Lucas, the outdoor patio didn't have too many people outside but I could easily see the place getting very busy on a warm summer night. After visiting Lucas, I see this place a great place to host an larger social event such as a networking event or company holiday party. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

So this ace has been a favorite of my son and daughter since they opened. My daughter now is getting married in 2022 and wants her wedding shower held there. We have reached out numerous times over the last several months to try and get a date scheduled . i have tried, my son has tried both by phone and email to Paula , the event planner. We have had no response whatsoever. This is just rude and says a lot about this place . We will move on and work on finding another place . Good Luck if you are looking to have an event at this place .... totally lacking in customer service and courtesy. read more

The vibe here is perfect. Great wine, great food, great service. Perfect for a date night or meeting up with friends.

This will definitely be the new "hot spot" in Troy. We arrived shortly after they opened on a Thursday evening and by the time we left, around 7 pm, the place was just about full. During the recent Victorian Stroll event there was a line of people waiting to get in. The restoration of the interior speaks welcoming to you as you enter. The staff are warm, friendly, and knowledgeable. The carafe of water brought to our table was infused with the flavor of cucumber and some other flavors that I don't recall. It was very refreshing. The wine bar is the first in the area with wine on draft. Being a wine bar the only beer is in bottles, but there are at least some good craft beers available. We started with a couple of glasses of wine, a Pier 41 Red Blend from Red Hook Winery in New York ($12) and a Vinha do Mouro from Quinta do Mouro in Portugal ($11). Both were nice, but the one from Portugal was really nice. From the Small Plates section of the menu we ordered the Kalamata Olive Tapenade ($4.50). I'm not a tapenade fan but my wife is. She said it was delicious. I tried it and found that I agreed with her. It was certainly the best tasting tapenade I'd ever had. The Cheese & Charcuterie menu offers four choices - a selection of 1 item for $5; 3 items for $12; 5 items for $20; and our choice of the Monger's Choice ($23) - a selection of cheeses & charcuterie of the kitchen's choice along with suggested appropriate pairings. Our Monger's Choice ended up including 4 cheeses, 4 meats, a mix of olives, Marcona almonds, little pickles, whole grain mustard, honey, and at least three other items that I don't recall. The recommended pairings with each cheese were wonderful. The flavors just burst in your mouth. The cheeses on our slate were Shushan Snow, Red Hawk, Pleasant Ridge Reserve, and Shaker Blue. The charcuteries were Spicy Capicola, Applewood Smoked Magret Duck Breast, Bresaola, and Duck Salami. Service was excellent. Several servers and the owner stopped by occasionally to check on us and to answer any questions. They were all very knowledgeable. We are looking forward to our return and possibly try some of the sweets also the next time. Your receipt can either be printed or emailed to you. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Monger's Choice - a selection of cheeses & charcuterie of the kitchen's choice along with suggested appropriate pairings. - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

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Love this place. It's my third time there and I still love it. The whole concept is cool. Minimum food in general. However, this food is delicious and unusual. Even the canned fish is exotic and tasty. The choice of wine is eclectic. You can find wine to pair with your food. People who work there are fun. All of them are handsome and warm. Thanks, guys, for the cool bar near the music Hall. read more

Lucas Confectionary is located in downtown Troy. It's a very spacious venue, with a semi outdoor seating area. The vibe is casual, and the hostess tells me I may seat myself, I choose to eat in the garden. It's a lovely day outside. I place my order, the house bread as an appetizer, with a cheese pizza as my entree. Seems like a lot of bread, but the menu isn't very extensive. I don't count that against them as the main focus of this restaurant is the wine selection. My house bread arrives, and it is amazing! Perfectly crusty outside, warm and soft inside, served with a creamed butter, with braised garlic and crispy rosemary. It's fantastic. I move on to the pizza which has now arrived. It looks like it will be just as good as the bread, sadly it's not. The pizza tastes really cheap and basic. The cheese is rubbery. I was expecting the pizza to be way more flavourful. I'm disappointed. This restaurant gives me the communal feeling of a tapas place, and the portions are very generous. It's a great place to go for drinks with friends, or happy hour with coworkers. I'm not a fan of the dog friendly policy here, however if that's your thing you'll likely enjoy. Overall, I would visit again, I will just stick to the bread and wine next time. I would recommend. read more

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I'm not a huge wine person, so really nice $14 glasses of natural wine -- the main attraction here -- are generally wasted on me. I DO love tinned fish, but my somewhat frugal heart balks a bit at the prospect of spending $10 for what's essentially gussied-up sardines on toast. Enter: the happy hour. It's every day they're open from 4:00-6:00, and features their (very tasty!) house wine for $8 a glass and 50% off of all of the tinned fish. For how pretty the space is (very early-2010s industrial chic, but the beautiful bones of the building and nice mood lighting means that it's way more welcoming than a lot of its similarly subway-tiled cousins) that makes it, in my opinion, one of the nicest happy hour deals around. Cheers to the most glamorous discount sardines you'll ever eat! read more

Eh, I don't feel the love here like many others do. When I walked in I felt like they were trying to hard with the "ambiance", it was way too dark, I couldn't see the menu and I have very good vision so we can't blame that on my old ass! Menu choices where minimal, which is fine but if you're really hungry you may want to go elsewhere to start. No one came to our table so we all went to the bar to order, there were 4 of us. It was a ridiculously slow process. We ended up just having a glass of wine (which my wine was very good, selection was decent) and a sweet treat. I would go back if I was invited to join friends but I don't see myself suggesting a return anytime soon. Maybe it's just me, just wasn't feeling it. That said, I always suggest trying things for yourself (unless I have a horrendous experience, in that case I'll warn you), check it out and see what you think. read more

I wanted my 500th review to be something special. The Lucas Confectionery is a form of madness. A man and his wife buy a run down building in a run down city. The guy spends a year pulling down drywall to expose brick, long forgotten windows, and even a skylight. Then he fills it with reclaimed bits of this once great town, including the tabletops which are made from marble that hung on the walls of an adjacent building. Even their espresso machine was rescued from the basement of the owner's favorite local Italian restaurant. After he figured out how to restore it and bring it back to life, he had the good folks from Blue Bottle Coffee come up and train the staff how to make amazing coffee. It has a Brooklyn sensibility using Troy ingredients, and it succeeds at being a third space. You can do whatever you want at the Confectionery. Sip coffee and hang out on your laptop? Sure. Have some cheese and wine before dinner? No problem. Come for a civilized dinner of great meats and cheeses? It's on the menu. A night out on the town with round after round of drinks? You bet. Stop in for a bite of something sweet to close out the night? Absolutely. Is the Confectionery perfect? Not quite. If it weren't one of my favorite places in the Capital Region, I would give them four stars. However that's for pretty nitpicky stuff. Still, it's the nitpicky stuff that truly separate the best from the rest of the pack. You know, the little things like polished glassware that sparkles without any unsightly spots, and drinks served at perfect temperatures. But here, there is no rest of the pack. And that's okay. For a region of this size it's amazing we have a place like the Confectionery at all. I'm thrilled people have found it as delightful as I do, and continue to flock to this marvelous spot. At the same time, I'm dismayed that it's so crowded all the time. You'll find me there early in the week, or maybe on a Friday morning when they open early for coffee. On the weekend? That's when it gets crowded. Most people don't seem to mind, but I think the place is at its best when I can have it all to myself. I guess I'm selfish that way. read more

Five stars for the ambiance. The space is so unique and historic. I love the lighting and the decor. Romantic and sexy. Wine is unique. Recommend. read more

A guaranteed hit. Troy is over-run with bars with more beer taps than a yellow lab bitch has teats. So finally somebody wakes up and says, "gee, maybe I should do something different." In this case, the somebody is Vic Christopher and his lovely wife Heather, and they have done something not only different, but passionately so. What we have here is a wine bar with enough style and spunk to be a smash hit on the lower east side of NYC. Drop it in Troy, for God's sake, and it's so good you fear the locals won't know what to do with it. But fear not, on tonight's grand opening, the place is completely packed, the wine is flowing fast as the two lone Square-equipped iPads can ring the sales, and EVERYBODY is smiling and cheerful. I predict more than the usual percentage of patrons will go home and make babies tonight. It's THAT kind of smiling. I'll leave it to future reviews to extol the virtues of the wine list and menu, to wax eloquent about the venerable antique espresso machine, and the depth of Vic's attention to the minutest detail in decor, not to mention his obsession with all things historical Troy. For now, I'm calling this a monster success that is going to attract a more age-diverse clientele than the typical Troy brew pub. I think it's got legs for the long run. Join me in wishing Vic and Heather the best of success with their unique new bar! read more

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Lovely spot for a glass of wine with my husband before dinner. The front of the bar is dark but there's a great pane glass widow to sit in. This allows for great people watching on 2st. Although only spent a short amount of time here, I could frequent this place. Servers know there way around wine, important to me. Be sure to walk to the back patio for your libations. It's stunning, and connects to pecks arcade (hated!) and little peck. What a genius concept. The owner knows a thing or 2 about hospitality. read more

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I had an interesting experience here to say the least my first time out. We arrived on a Saturday night around 9 PM and the place was relatively unoccupied and boasted an amazing ambience. Chic decor, romantic lighting, and hip music at just the right volume greet you. There was no hostess or signage indicating the seating policy so after an awkward moment we sat ourselves and here is where things went downhill. The curated wine list and small bites are super appetizing but several items are re in foreign language, etc. Our server failed to materialize for 15-20 minutes and offered no water or insight into the menu choices. When our hummus finally arrived, the accompanying bread was very stale and our waiter seemed indifferent to this news when he finally appeared a half hour after dropping the food off. Our wine choice (a bottle of rose) was fantastic and a high note in an otherwise awkward experience with the service and kitchen. We originally intended to eat dinner but found the service so excruciating we found another option for supper and aborted mission. I hope this was an off night and we will have better luck next time read more

I walked into Lucas to find a beautifully decorated space. Word on the street is that these folks helped revitalize Troy. It was my first visit and I was super impressed by the adorable walkable neighborhood. Who knew! Per the recommendation of Daniel B, I went for wine and cheese for my afternoon work session. A glass of wine will do a body good for some productivity after a long drive. I opted for the Vino Verde. The wine was mineral-y, light with a hint of sweetness to balance it out. I paired it with a light snack - their charcuterie board - 3 for $13. Cremont, chorizo, and prosciutto. Fun fact: house-cured meats! Infinitely more delicious. The cremont was a creamy Brie-like textured cheese, but lighter in flavor. None of those things logically paired well together but I wanted to sample each of them. Go for the chorizo! I also did a little poking around as I went back to the bathroom to find a beautiful back patio with greenery woven through the open beams, which added to the romantic, bright and airy space. Great for a party! Every detail in this space is deliberate. The atmosphere is cool, trendy, and timeless. read more

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It was okay. Nothing special for the price. Not a place I will rush back. Also a little pricey for the meals we had.

I've been trying to get in touch with their event staff for literally months. Their mailbox is full, they don't return messages or emails, and they don't respond when you reach out on social media. I'm extremely disappointed at their lack of common courtesy and despite their pretty space and good food can't in good conscience recommend them to anyone who requires a venue to possess basic communication skills. read more

Huge wine and dessert bar in downtown Troy. This is a great addition to help revitalize the area. The walls are stocked with large glass jars of sweets - caramels, candy corn, lollipops... all are just out of reach but are, in fact, available for purchase. There is also a full chalk board (on the left when you enter, easy to miss) of desserts for sale. I didn't get to try any of the confections, but I had two wines which were both superb. Our waiter was a standout guy. He listened to what we liked and gave us recommendations. Actually, he told us exactly what we would want. We didn't question him and without fault he gave us quality drinks and decent prices. He also stayed much past closed to care for us. I'm tired of great wine and cocktail bars that are too small with too few bartenders and servers for the amount of interest. Lucas Confectionary was nearly full when we arrived but there was a table and server ready for us. No clamoring for a space at the bar to yell your order to a rushed bartender. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

This place is the COOLEST. The interior is the COOLEST. Exposed brick and pipelines give off a heavy and charming post-industrial feel... light bulbs illuminated by wires glowing red as coals and dim candlelight shed from candles burning in large wine glasses... all of this gives you the BEST vibe. It's romantic. It's got history. It feels right. Also, the wine and beer lists are the COOLEST. From $6 and up, it's not pretentiously overpriced in the least. Also, a beer on their menu called YEASTIE BOYS? Yep, COOLEST. COME HERE! Troy is the place to be. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Sauvignon blanc at the bar - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

The location and ambience here is really good. It has a classy feel to it, however if you keep walking till the end, it actually connects you to another cafe, which I find quite interesting. There's more to it than just hanging out at the bar. Fun Fact: I first heard of Lucas Confectionery through the 2014 independent movie, "H." There was a scene there which gave me a glimpse of this lovely place. So what do I do, I turn to trusted google to find more information about it. It must have been a year ago or so when I watched it on Netflix. It always had lingered in my mind from then on. I had a great time with my friend here however there was a delay in our order. But, nevertheless our waiter/bartender redeemed himself so much that I am hesitant to give a 4 star instead of 5. Even apologizing with treats to compensate. I guess treating people nice, kind with effort makes my day any day and I uphold that service anywhere I go. I definitely will be visiting again. PS. I am not a movie promoter, I just like movies in general :) read more

We came here last night after an unsuccessful dessert at our restaurant in Albany. We yelped dessert open late and the confectionary popped up! Am I glad it did... Love the fact that it's open late for little bites and dessert. We ordered the panna cotta and the hazelnut chocolate mousse in the mason jar. Dessert in mason jars are everything. Further, loved the decor, the waiting staff was super nice. Would definitely come back again. This place just does it right. read more

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If I've got friends visiting from out of town then at some point you'll probably find us at Lucas Confectionery because I love showing off this little business. I keep coming back here because of the ambiance. Day or night, it's always a unique spot where I find it easy to relax, chat with friends, and sip some delightful wine. There's a beautiful amount of exposed wood and brick, Edison light bulbs strung up thoughtfully, vintage gold mirrors, Troy themed details and reminders of the confectionery that once stood like glass bowls filled with sugary goodies. The patio is a gorgeous area with a fountain and a retractable roof. All this is super charming. Their website has some great pictures so you don't have to take my word for it. I've only ever ordered wine and the Monger's choice. I've never been disappointed with these fancy finger foods. They're perfect for sampling and splitting between people. One thing that does bother me is the multiple times on Friday and Saturday nights when I've awkwardly waited for the host to acknowledge my existence after I've entered the wine bar. Sigh. Service has never been a problem after I've been seated though. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Pumpkin panna cotta and a hibiscus Dieu du ciel - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

Just dropped in to do a cheese plate and they had roulette champagne (I'm guessing post valentines day open bottles). I love how the monger puts pairs of items together with each of the cheeses in ways I would never figure out. Honestly, the bon bouche with a salted caramel sauce. Its so good. The place was surprisingly empty for a Saturday night, but I'm guessing that didn't last long. read more

Our favorite place in Troy, great selection of natural wines and the only place we can find skin contact wines. Cute charcuterie boards. Amazing staff. Plenty of options for dining in the connecting sister restaurants. read more

Lucas Confectionery - Wine - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

Great wine bar/restaurant. Staff were very intelligent with their suggestions of good drinks and the cheese/meat plates were exceptional. Highly recommend! read more

I have been to the Confectionery several times in the past 1.5 years that I have been living in the Capital Region. I'm always partial to cheese and meat, which are excellent here! I have also enjoyed their selection of wine and beer, and the servers are always helpful in selecting a good drink. I have also taken part in their grilled cheese night, which was a great price for fancy grilled cheese :). My go-to is always the Monger's Choice though. It's a great deal ($26) if you split it with two other pals, and it's pretty much never a disappointment. I don't really know how you can ever go wrong here. It's a super romantic atmosphere but also group-friendly. I love it when we get seated out in the back patio, which is open even in the winter! To sum up all the good things I have to say about this place, whenever I have a friend visit me, I always take them to the Confectionery, because it's such a gem in this area! read more

Lucas Confectionery - Monger's choice (charcuterie and cheese board) - Cafes Near Me - Troy, New York

Loved the manager and the server. Came on date night. We were chatting about going to the wine store down the street but realized they were closed. the manager actually ran over and asked the wine store to stay open a bit longer so we could go pick out a bottle. Great service and well informed servers who are very accommodating! read more

There's potential but it need a bit of work. The ambiance was forced, it was a tad too dark and I'm usually one to appreciate the dim lighting. The menu choices were slim so if you're super hungry, head elsewhere. The beer selection was just ok and the wine wasn't anything to boast about either. read more

Easily one of my favorite places in Troy and the entire Capital Region. Great atmosphere, great service & staff, of course the best wine

Tuesdays have become special. Lucas Confectionery has dazzled me and put me in such a deep trance that I have completely forgotten to share my love. It has taken me over 20 visits to write my review of the Confectionery; I stopped counted my credit card statements after 20. The Confectionary really delivers and caters to the individual, you. Do you enjoy cafes? Delicious coffee and espresso will make you exhale a deep sigh of your sleepy troubles. A drink can only be as good as its equipment and its equipment used as well as its operator. The Confectionary knows its machines. They know the grind they need to pull that perfect shot. They have their dairy down. They know. And you will too. Sit back and relax in the comfortable aesthetic of personal intimacy. Bring a good book, your laptop, or a copy of The Times. Are you a wine or beer person? A curated selection of wine by the glass is touted and what the Confectionary is best known for. Tell them your mood and they match that with a glass. Always changing and always interesting, you need to come weekly. Their beer selection has slowly grown and is blissful; the amazing drafts and bottle selection is unquenching. Do you love a little bite with huge, deep flavor? Salads and sandwiches are easy choices but don't do the Confectionary justice. Tapas and small plates are the name of the game. Grab a cheese board to get the taste of the country or a meat board to taste the farm. A Monger's choice is a little of everything and will really give you a true taste of the Confectionary. Tuesdays have oyster specials and Thursdays are all about pizza! You will find me here Tuesday evenings enjoying a half-dozen oysters and a glass of white or a sour. The Confectionary is a shining example of a what-you-make-of-it spot. Its a café, wine bar, and tapas restaurant all under one roof. Which facet will you choose? read more

Yesterday evening, two colleagues hosted me at LC in celebration of my play's closing night. I ordered a house white and the cheese charcuterie. I was cutting into the blue cheese and spotted a hair! It was positively revolting. I notified the bartender who apologized but stated "This has never happened before." I wrote to restaurant today who reiterated the remarks. If businesses are going to promise an exceptional dining experience that is what I'll expect every time. I won't be returning. read more