I've visited several Michelin starred restaurants and have often found them lacking. The showmanship is always there but sometimes the food just is not enjoyable, the chef is trying too hard to impress. MB redeemed my faith in starred restaurants, it was an incredible meal with great service that was not condescending. They did have the showmanship, and the dehydrated napkin that just appears with a few drops of water is cool, and it added to the meal. The meal, though, was as good as it gets.
There are multiple amuse bouchée and all of them were great, especially a chilled melon roll (don't ask, just enjoy it). My starter was an excellent tuna tartare, one of the best I have ever had. Perfect balance of flavors. For my main course, I had three types of wagyu and that was also fantastic. The first type was a tartare. The second was a short rib, carved table side, which was delicious. Finally, a wagyu entrecôte that was also prepared perfectly.
I was slightly disappointed with my cheese board. It was great, but I would have preferred if they brought the trolley by and I could pick the cheeses.
Also, one of our party was a vegetarian and although she had a good meal, very limited options.
I was also impressed with the wine list, or should I say four volumes of wines, each very deep. It is a great list with options for all budgets.
A great time. read more
