Fantastic tapas place. The warm bread was such a good start and very soft. The baby back ribs, croquettes, and oxtail were my favorites. I especially liked the baguette the oxtail came with--gave it a nice crisp. The asparagus sauce was fine, and the octopus was a bit tough. The churros were an amazing dessert--crispy, and the chocolate sauce was not too sweet. We walked in Friday ~8 PM and waited ~20 minutes at the bar, where we got a good sangria. read more

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I came here with my boyfriend for Valentine's Day, and it was one of the best experiences we've ever had in a restaurant. Our server, Rachel, was very kind and attentive, checking on us to make sure we enjoyed each dish and replacing plates and silverware a few times. The restaurant has a very romantic vibe with low lights, and simple beautiful decor. You can also see into the kitchen, and our table had a great view. It was very cool to be able to see all the food being prepared! Now the food.... Oh my goodness. Everything was absolutely incredible. We got a few of the snacks, small plates, and finished with dessert. My boyfriend and I kept trying to pick out which dish was our favorite, but it was almost impossible. Two of our highlights were the scallop crudo (my pick) and the oyster mushrooms (his pick), but we would definitely highly recommend everything that we ordered! I wish I could eat here every day. This place is awesome. It has become one of my favorite restaurants in Pittsburgh. read more

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i'm glad I finally was able to get here. They did a great job for my gluten-free allergy of taking the menu and marking up what I could and what I couldn't eat and what could be modified. I'd love when they do this. It makes it so much simpler ordering from the menu. From the coach check to the bartender to the server that we had, the staff was unbelievable, super kind and gracious, and answered a ton of our questions And the food was simply amazing. In fact it was so good. I couldn't stop eating and forgot to take a picture. Everything we eat, we kept saying oh no that's my favorite. Oh no that's my favorite. Oh no, that's my favorite. We had the fried artichokes they were amazing., the Boquerones, Beef Tartare, and the smoked beef short rib. excellent meal and service and i cant wait to get there again. read more

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This is one of the best restaurants in pittsburgh, hands down! The food is so flavorful and so unique. There is truly not one bad dish. I highly recommend going here and ordering a few small plates so that you can sample everything.. My favorite dishes are the oxtail, fried artichoke, and the harissa pork ribs. highly encourage making a reservation, as this place is small and very popular. Its a great place for a late night dinner, girls night, or date night read more

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Amazing Spanish small dishes with attentive service and great drinks. Staff are all friendly and welcoming and the environment with a wood covered inside. read more

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This was a great date night place. Nice interiors with soft lighting. Even though the size of the restaurant is small and cozy, I didn't feel it was cramped as some other places can really pack in the seating. We were there in the evening on a weekend and the the noise well wasn't bad; it was easy to carry on conversations. We decided to do tapas and just have small plates to share. They recommended we get 5-6 dishes but we went with 4 and found that to be just right with room left for dessert. We did have the oxtail, which was good, but I wouldn't call it incredible. I think I enjoyed some of the other dishes more: the oyster mushrooms were great and the shrimp was fabulous. Also had the white anchovies, which was fine. For dessert, we had Churros, which is something I normally wouldn't have but I was pleasantly surprised and was happy with semi-sweet and not too heavy a dessert option. Food came at a good pace! They gave us time to enjoy the food - it wasn't too slow and we weren't rushed. Everything was great! Happy to go back! read more

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Still one of the best restaurants in Pittsburgh. Amazing food, cool spot, great service. Menu changes seasonally, but I've never been there and not ordered the oxtail(best bite in PGH) and the ribs (another favorite). No croquettes this time, but there were plenty of other amazing options. I always try to break up the richness of the meat dishes with a salad or veggie or gazpacho. This time was the radicchio salad and fried artichokes. Perfectly acidic and crunchy to have in between the unctuous meat dishes. The beef tartare was also strong and we enjoyed the shaved horseradish sprinkled on top. Plenty of great wine, cocktails and sangria options to pair with your meal. Great place for a four top so you can order and share as many plates as possible. Also a great date night/birthday dinner(which was our occasion this time). You really can't miss, but knowing your palate (and ingredients) will really help your order. If you're not sure, ask your server as they are very knowledgeable and helpful (and also NOT condescending like some servers can be). Definitely need to book this well in advance for an optimal reservation time. However, you might be able to sneak a bar seat if you get there as soon as the doors open. read more

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Arrived at 5, just as they opened. I always make a reservation because the nightlife food scene is usually busy in Pittsburgh. No matter the day. We were seated right away and offered drinks right away. They had my favorite sparkling water brand. The ambience was very romantic but open, so there's not private booths, just an open dining room. The bar was on the side and the setting was intimate but you could into the kitchen. The food was sooooo good. I felt relieved to finally find another Pittsburgh spot that was worth the price. It's a little pricey but I highly recommend lots of small plates. We didnt order an entree but wanted to try the trout. Must get: mussel bites, oxtail bites, the duck and the ribs. So the duck and ribs were not as temperature hot as I expected but they were still delicious. The oxtail was perfect... bravo!!! Lastly, our server suggested a delicious mezcal cocktail that resembled an old fashioned but was a little sweeter and smoker. Delicious!! Highly recommend and we will be back. read more

Morcilla - Mezcal cocktail - Spanish Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

we got a bar seat. drinks and food were great, it's very intimate. The portions are smaller but that's expected with tapas. definitely worth a try read more

Morcilla - Mussels en escabeche - Spanish Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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My favorite restaurant in Pittsburgh. The vibes are cozy, intimate & comfy. The food is top tier; unique combinations and they hit each time. I'm a vegetarian and Morcilla is one of the only places where I will break that rule for the evening to eat the meat dishes! The service is consistent and our waiter was incredibly knowledgeable and gave very helpful feedback when we had to (sadly) narrow down our choices. Don't miss the bread, baby back ribs, marcona almonds & sangria. read more

Wow! Thoroughly impressed with our dinner at Morcilla. I was first shocked by their ability to seat us immediately on a Friday night at 7pm. It is pretty small and dim inside and can get quite loud when busy. Otherwise, ambiance is intimate and well decorated. The wait staff was very attentive, filling our waters and bringing clean plates often. Our server gave us great recommendations, and we ended up trying: -oxtail: amazing. Must try. -octopus: 2nd favorite. Served with the most flavorful hummus. -pork ribs: also fantastic. Again accompanied with a flavorful sauce. -cod cheeks: my least favorite, but still flavorful and cooked perfectly Would definitely visit again! read more

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We went to dinner at Morcilla yesterday and I'll admit I was a little nervous since I went to Spain for two weeks last fall and wasn't sure how the food at Morcilla would compare post trip. Thankfully my worries were unfounded because everything we had was delicious! The inside is fairly small and dimly lit, especially towards the back of the restaurant. There is a small bar to sit at. All the tables are for 2 or 4 people and the website says to contact them if you want to make a reservation for more than 4 people so keep that in mind. Our server thought we were done and ready to move onto dessert but we loved the oxtail and the pork ribs so much that we had to order another round of both. We finished the meal with all three desserts they offered and while they were all good, my favorite was the airy, floral, and lightly sweet rhubarb sorbet! The staff was pretty attentive and they gave us fresh silverware and plates fairly often which was very nice. The only thing I didn't love was that they asked me if I wanted still or sparkling water in the beginning of the meal and when I said still, they didn't notate that there was a charge on it. It's $6 a bottle and they gave us three bottles so if you want water and not have to pay for it, I would ask for tap water. read more

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All I can say is wow! This was our first time here and we were blown away. The vibes were cozy with dim lighting and exposed brick. Our waitress was super cool and helpful. We got the oxtail and mussels to start and they set the tone for the rest of the night. We shared the duck and trout -- both were unbelievable. Finished up with dessert and got the flan which may have been the best dessert I've had in recent memory. If you haven't been here, do yourself a favor and get a reservation. One of the most flavor packed, delicious meals in the city. read more

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We had a great dinner here. The ambiance was really nice, great lighting and the all wood interior reminded my friend of restaurants in Spain she grew up with. The wine selection was very good and food menu was interesting and everything we ordered was delicious. Great service and felt the prices were fair. read more

A Must-Dine in Pittsburgh! My husband and I finally snagged a reservation at Morcilla after hearing rave reviews--and it absolutely lived up to the hype! We started with the oxtail and fried artichokes from the snacks menu--both were incredible. Then came the ribs: phenomenal. But the standout for me was the large plate of chicken and rice--absolutely divine. Every dish was bursting with flavor and executed with thoughtfulness and precision. We ended on a sweet note with the churros, which did not disappoint. The vibe? Low lighting (if that matters to you)--but it adds to the romantic mood. Your eyes adjust. It's very hip, very trendy, and just cool. I had a non-alcoholic pineapple drink (last on the drink menu), and it was so good I ordered a second. The whole experience felt almost spiritual--each bite better than the last. As someone who's binged every season of The Bear, I could tell this place runs on heart, hustle, and serious culinary skill. Our server was warm and attentive, and the whole team worked together seamlessly. Morcilla is a gem. Just wow. read more

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Definitely a top 10 restaurant in Pittsburgh. Wonderful Spanish tapas menu that rotates dishes based on seasonality and popularity. I haven't had a bad dish yet but some of the snack all stars are: Oxtail Montadito (braised oxtail, caramelized onion, mahón cheese, baguette), Fried Artichokes (anchovy aioli, burnt lemon), Gildas (wild caught anchovy, marinated manzanilla olive, guindilla, baguette), and of course their Jamón Serrano. As for the small plates, a few of my favorites are Beef Tartare (preparation changes seasonally, currently its pickled ramps, horseradish, egg yolk, potato chips), Scallop Crudo (also changes prep, currently its ajo blanco, ramp salsa verde, crispy capers, mint). They also are currently serving Crispy Soft-Shell Crab (amazing). As for the large plates, the best chicken and rice dish you'll ever have is Arroz Con Pitu De Caleya (half roasted chicken, cider, calasparra rice, herbs...including dill which is such a good flavor pop). If you're not stuffed from dinner like I normally am, try the Churros with chocolate-hazelnut fondue. The cocktails are typical Spanish style with a focus on sangria and Gin & Tonics. However, the bartenders are super creative and they have a fantastic Gin (and other liquor) selection and are willing to go off menu. The ambiance is really cool with the partially open kitchen, the ham hocks curing from the ceiling, and typical Spanish tapas style decor. read more

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This place has now become one of my favorite spots in Pittsburgh. Our server Greta was incredible and gave us an amazing recommendation for a bottle of wine. All of the food was amazing specifically the fried artichokes, baby back ribs and the oxtail. I will definitely be back again!! read more

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Truly a marvelous dining experience - it's hard to put into words how lovely Morcilla is across all categories. I visited last summer for a friend's birthday and then again for my birthday last week with my husband, and on both occasions I loved everything I ate and drank. Their menu is structured to encourage multiple small plates to make up a larger meal, and the portions are quite generous, imo! It's so much fun to try out lots of delicious bites throughout the evening, and the servers/kitchen staff ensure that things are paced perfectly so that dishes arrive in a well-conceived order. The drinks are fantastic, too! As far as cocktails go, I've tried the spritz and the dry vermouth cocktail, both were excellent and perfectly crafted. They have a great wine selection, too! A few standout dishes in my two visits have been the oxtail bites, the shrimp on baguette, the gildas on baguette, roasted honeynut squash, baby back ribs, and the goat rodeo cheese plate. The charcuterie is excellent, too! I think this ranks in my top 5 restaurants in Pittsburgh after two truly wonderful and inventive meals. I'd like to be cool enough to saunter into the bar and have a drink one of these days, but ultimately, this place is too (rightfully) popular for a casual drop-in. Plan accordingly and enjoy a stunning meal! read more

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This meal absolutely takes it home for my best meal of 2024. Morcilla sets the bar so high. Friendly service, outstanding unique cuisine, in a comfortably warm atmosphere. It's the full package. The sangria was delicious, and fair warning dangerous. I had 2 glasses and was feeling it! My favorite bites of the evening would be the Mussels en Escabeche, the Duck Confit, Oxtail, and the Short Rib large plate. This is a great spot for the adventurous eater. I absolutely loved trying these dishes that were new to my palate. And I am just such a sucker for tapas and shareable plates. I love being able to try as much as possible when the menu is THIS good. read more

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There was a group of 6 of us that went & we had a great time! Super cute inside and the food was really good. We ended up getting 12 small plates and an order of churros for dessert and it came to about $55 each before tip. Would recommend for a fun new experience & yummy food! read more

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Really enjoyed the food-- we hadn't had authentic Spanish food before. The server was great at helping us understand how many items we needed from each part of the menu. Would come back just for the fried artichokes! Enjoyed the tartare-- though the horseradish is strong!! Love the atmosphere but the pictures came out red because of the dark lighting! Some minuses: several dishes were quite salty, though our companions who have dined here before thought they were saltier than usual. It's VERY dark and rather loud, which does it make fun, but a little difficult to read the menu and hear. The bread portion was small for the price and that many items really needed the bread to balance the dishes. read more

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A delightful tapas experience! The restaurant was buzzing, even on a Tuesday night. I went with a couple friends for a birthday outing, and we had a fantastic time. We shared 6 tapas amongst 3 people, which was the perfect amount. We also each got wine. I was in the midst of dry January, so I tried a NA sparkling rose that was delightful!! My friends all enjoyed their wine as well. I would recommend it for a fun girls night out or a romantic dinner for two. The server gave excellent recommendations, like the oxtail. We ended the evening with churros and flan-- who could ask for anything more!? read more

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Had an amazing time! Went on a double date here for the first time and every dish was memorable and delicious! Stephane was our server, very knowledgeable and recommended a wine that paired perfectly with our dinner!can't wait to come back with such wonderful service ! read more

We went to Morcilla for an early Valentine's dinner. Over the years, I've come to appreciate this place more and more. At this point, I'd say it's become one of my top 4 upscale dining restaurants in Pittsburgh (the other three being, in no particular order, Dish Osteria in the Southside, Lilith in Shadyside, and the nearby Vandal). Definitely an upgrade from my previous review three visits ago, in 2022. For a group of two, I would recommend ordering a few of the snacks (which are definitely larger than just a "snack" and easily shareable by two) and, depending on how hungry you are, also one of the large plates. I would consider the conservas a must-order, and I recommend combining it with the jamon serrano. I also consistently enjoy the boquerones, which is generally one of my favorite tapas. Among the large plates, I always go for the chicken, which never disappoints. Lastly, I am a big fan of dry sherry, which tends to be hard to find not only in Pittsburgh, but in US restaurants in general. Morcilla has a great selection covering all of the fine main types, even the rarer palo cortado. If you've never had dry sherry, definitely give it a try; you can ask the knowledgeable servers to make suggestions. I tend to prefer the darker varieties (oloroso, amontillado), but all of them are great and unique drinks. read more

Morcilla is a truly special place and delivers a Spanish cuisine experience on par with what is found in restaurants in Spain. After having gone here a few years back, it still is my personal favorite Spanish restaurant in the world outside of Spain, beating restaurants in various major cities in North and South America. Pittsburgh is known to punch above its weight in the culinary arena and this is a great example of that. read more

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Morcilla has been on my must try list and it did not disappoint!!! First of all, the costumer service was unreal. I called day of to see if they accept walk ins and the manager so kindly took my name and number and said she'd keep an eye out for open tables or open bar stools around the time I wanted to go to. SO KIND for a busy restaurant to do that... very rare an employee would go out of their way to help someone come in. Okay now vibes were so great. Dim lighting and cozy inside, and such a great bar vibe. I love sharing tapas for dinner and Morcilla had such amazing and soo many different options- it was literally so hard to choose. Everything we ate was soooo delicious. The warm bread and herby olive oil seems basic but this classic table shareable was still so good. I could probably drink the herby olive oil and it was also nice to have the bread to dip into the other sauces from the other dishes. The oxtail with caramelized onions was absolutely unreal. The meat was so tender and the flavors were literally immaculate. I could eat 10 of those. Fried artichokes were good and the grilled lemon taste was very present which i appreciated! The asparagus was also soo delicious and the sauce was so flavor and good to dip the bread in with too. Finally, the octopus was so crispy on the outside and sooo tender in the inside. My favorite item by far was the oxtail and it's definite MUST TRY!!! can't wait to go back! read more

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Morcilla is a really good place with tasty and imaginative flavor pairings. Cozy interior and laid back environment. Drinks were creative and all good-the Suntory Whiskey and red sangria in particular. Food-wise, the crab and salt cad croquettes, braised oxtail, oyster mushrooms, fried sunchokes, octopus, duck confit were all excellent, while the baby back pork ribs were awesome! read more

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Spanish Tapas restaurants in Pittsburgh are so rare, so Morcilla was on my list for such a long time. I'm so glad I finally went -- it was such a fun dining experience :) The tapas here are really interesting and not the traditional ones you see typically. We ordered the Croquetas de Congrejo y Bacalao, Oxtail Montadito, and Bistec a la Plancha. All were really flavorful and unlike anything we'd tried before. The snack plates are all pretty small (2-3 bites each), but the Bistec (steak dish) was a pretty big portion for a small plate, which was a pleasant surprise. Since the portions are generally small I'd recommend ordering more dishes to share. The ambiance inside is really cool -- they have dried meats hanging from the ceiling and it's dimly lit so it feels really intimate and romantic. Service here is exceptional and professional. Would definitely come back. Highly recommend if you're looking for a restaurant with unique and flavorful tapas! read more

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We hadn't been back to Marcilla since before Covid. It was still as delicious as ever. It's so much fun getting a bunch of small plates to try and a pitcher of sangria. It was the perfect place for our 9th anniversary. We had just been in Spain in May and were hungry for some good tapas. We really enjoyed the ones that we tried. We loved the charcuterie platter with chorizo and fuet (one of the most amazing Spanish meats which is rare to find). Nothing better than Spanish smoked meats. The fried artichokes were all kinds of crispy deliciousness. We also loved the chicken paella. The waitress was very nice and attentive. It's also a cute and cozy place for a date night. If you like Spanish Food or have never tried it, you must visit Morcilla. read more

Never get disappointed by this place. Love the seasonal menu and the cozy environment. Good for girls night out and date. My fav dishes and highly recommend you try are the beef cheek tapas, the octopus and the mushroom w/egg yolk! read more

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Love the vibes here. Lit just perfectly inside. Service is first class every time. Food always hits. Tapas style but my families favorite is the half roasted chicken with rice. Takes about 45 minutes so if you want to get it don't wait to order. Order it first with your drinks. Everything else I've ever had here always has so much flavor. Even if I wasn't a fan of something it wasn't bc it wasn't tasty. Also a big fan of the duck, skirt steak. Fav small plate is ox tail and favorite app is the bread with a rosemary dipping sauce. read more

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Soooooo good! The oxtail was definitely my favorite, but nothing we ordered disappointed.

The food was absolutely outstanding. The bread and oil was freshly baked and delicious. The jamon with almonds was to die for. Complimented by the bread. The unique mussels preparation was excellent. A must try. The butter nut squash was perfectly prepared. Just the right flavor and texture. Finally, the short rib large plate was melt in your mouth. Fork only required. Service was attentive and professional. No rush. Fresh silverware at all times. Unfortunately, the ambiance is incredibly loud. Something should be done with the acoustics and too dim lighting. Still, an outstanding dining night out. read more

Great! Great service and great food. We started with the artichokes and olive and anchovy on bread. The olive oil was fantastic! We continued with octopus and tartare. Both were great. Topped off the meal with the goat cheese flan, minus the pecans. read more

Morcilla - Tartare and octopus - Spanish Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I never do this with popular restaurants but could not get a reservation, so I walked in right at 5pm. Sat at the bar which was great! We started with the bread and herbed aioli and a carafe of red wine sangria. If you like really sweet sangria don't get this one. I found it good but mildly dry. Great for sipping with tapas. I then ordered the oxtail montadito. OMG the oxtail melted in my mouth. It was so delicious it left me wanting more. My husband went for the boquerones and loved them. We then ordered the Goat rodeo dairy cheeses and charcuterie. All the cheeses were tasty with glazed pecans that were to die for. Also had a side of honey. The charcuterie came with jamon serrano, harissa salami, ramp salami and morcilla. I will admit I don't like morcilla but this was a salami that I ate. It paired well with cheeses and honey. My favorite was the goat cheese with strawberry preserves. My husband ordered pulpo and I just don't eat octopus but the garnish was delectable. For dessert we couldn't decide on what to get so we got 2. The churros were fried perfectly and not too greasy. Wasn't a big fan of the chocolate that you dipped it in. The flan on the other hand was so different. Made with goat cheese and sprinkled with candied pecans, we ate it all!!! The service was impeccable, bathrooms clean and overall a great place. Will be back if we are ever in the area again. read more

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Nice spot in Butler Street. Perfect size inside or in the Bat, for a party group. Nice selection of Wines by the Bottle. Variety and Good Wineries. By the glass has a limited selection... needed to add some more D.O.s. Or varietals... Disappointed didn't have any IBERICO Ham. Only Serrano... opsss... Food and Tapas, needed to send kitchen staff for a few weeks to Spain to refresh tastes and presentation... keep improving! C. read more

Delicious, upscale tapas spot! This is one of those places where you want to bring as many people with you as you can so you can try more of the menu - it all sounds good so narrowing down your final choices is hard! Luckily, the servers are really helpful when it come to recommending one dish over another as well as the amount of food to get - we were definitely satisfied but still had room for dessert, which was nice! My favorite dish we got was their octopus, which was perfectly cooked and so flavorful. I also really liked their sangria! read more

We are here to celebrate the Chinese Valentine's Day. Found this on Google and this is indeed a great restaurant. All the meals we ordered are delicious. The indoor area is spacious and nice, and our server was very nice and sweet. She let us know we may have ordered too much and helped us pack the food that we could not finish. No wonder it is hard to book. Will come back again. read more

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Great service and overall the steak tartar was amazing. Only thing is the price is probably slightly higher than would have liked. This is way way better than the standard let's order restaurant. Why it is one of the best I have ever been to?!? Let me explain: the menu consists of very very small portions as in one item in the portion, then it consists of small appetizers for everyone to share, which are obviously amazing. Like I said, that is what makes it one of the best I have ever been to. Not sure how it isn't Michelin Star as that was the quality of the food, some of the best I have had in my life. I also loved the bread, fresh, hot to the point where it was hot to touch and so so amazing, I couldn't believe how good that was. I asked for more bread because it was just that good, the oil that went with it was the absolute best I have ever had to the point where I am going to ask the server/waitress where to get that oil, I need to know the price of the oil and where to get it, cannot stop thinking about how delicious it is! Decor and ambiance is great, if you want to have that feeling of a cabin but an upscale restaurant then go here! Only thing is that the place can get a bit loud, the sound is a bit loud for a restaurant but it is a small restaurant. This restaurant all in all is worth it to go to, very very upscale and very delicious! Service 6/5 - server went above and beyond to help us and provide for us and asked how our meal was. The people refilled my water without me even asking! Decor 5+/5 - decor went above and beyond to get an amazing experience Loudness 3.5/5 - sound could be better was a bit loud but only really thing that is nitpicky Drinks 6/5 - best drinks Food 6/5 - zone of the best food ever! Steak Tartar excellent! That olive oil or whatever oil it is: /5 I need to know where it is Price: a bit expensive, not too bad for what it is, 4.4/5 Overall 5.4/5, over 5 score to me means one of the best places Ever! Do Go here, won't disappoint! read more

Absolutely perfect! The food was delicious, the service exceptional, and the entire experience memorable. Each dish felt crafted with care. I'll definitely be coming back soon. Highly recommend to anyone! read more