The Beach House in Poipu is one of the most highly recommended restaurants on Kauai for a special evening with family and friends. With arguably some of the best waterfront seating and sunset views on the island, it's easy to see why many consider it a premier fine dining destination. This was our first visit, and we were lucky enough to get a reservation just before sunset. We started with the famous Monkeypod Mai Tai and shared several appetizers. The standout dishes were the fresh fish, the lobster pasta, and the crab cakes, each was excellent. The service was friendly and attentive, and the menu offered plenty of great options. Parking can be a bit challenging if you don't want to use valet, so plan accordingly. You're paying for the incredible views, the relaxing ambiance, and a memorable dining experience. If you're looking for a special meal on Kauai, The Beach House is well worth a visit. Enjoy. read more

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We found out that the beach house serves "Monkeypod Mai-tais" - an amazing mai-tai you can get from the Monkeypod restaurant on Maui. It is one of our favorites so we had to come try it. We showed up at 8:30 (they close at 9) and told the host that we just wanted a table for drinks. They said no problem, took my phone number and I received a text that we had a reservation. The host said to wait in the lobby while they waited for a 4 person table to free up. 20 minutes later after seeing many people leave the restaurant I figured there had to be a table available so I went and asked the hostess what the status was and they said they didn't know we were waiting for a table. The hostess said "nobody told me" Uhh... hello? You took my phone number and I received an opentable text that I had a reservation. Who is telling who? It should be in your system in front of you. The hostess shrugged and said sorry. The infuriating part of this was sitting there in the waiting area being ignored by all the staff while watching the hostesses and the valet parking guys flirt and talk gossip. We were obviously not a priority and they were "checked out" for the evening since it was almost closing time. They did finally seat us and we ordered the mai-tais, but sadly they were not the same. The foam (which is what makes the mai tai so great) was really sour - not the same as you can get from the original restaurant. More broadly, I thought with this being such a nice restaurant, they would make more of an attempt to say they were sorry about ignoring us, but they didn't. Even if the mai-tai was great, we wont be coming back. read more

A lovely Hawaiian dinner. Y'all it's family friendly! There are a few kid menu items available with plenty of non alcoholic beverages for the kiddos. Such a beautiful setting and the food still delivered a pleasant culinary experience. Everyone enjoyed their meal and bread and olive oil was provided complimentary. The mai tai's were excellent and service was spectacular! Pro tip: make dinner reservations an hour before sunset for the most beautiful view. read more

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This restaurant came recommended on behalf of some family/friends who had spent time in Kauai and, while the experience was overall very good, there are a couple reasons I've giving it 4 stars instead of 5. First off, this place is absolutely stunning, especially at sunset, and the constant buzz of guests certainly indicates the restaurant does well for itself. One of the most beautiful places I had the opportunity to eat on the island. Second, the food is amazing! I ordered their seared ahi tuna, which is day boat (meaning it's caught that very same day). It was sooo fresh, a great portion size, and the jalapeño potatoes and soy/ginger type sauce it comes served with is mind blowingly good. Debatably the best ahi tuna steak I've had in my life! The only reasons I give it four stars is because service was a bit slow and because of the price point. Though it's hard to blame them with how busy the restaurant was, we were seated late and ended up spending about 2.5 hours at the restaurant, which is longer than I would've liked to spend at dinner. The price was also a bit elevated (ex: a salad with chicken is $33), though I can't say I'm too surprised being that it's Hawai'i. Overall, a great dinner spot, and an especially great spot if you're celebrating a special occasion or a nice night out! read more

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My parents came here on their honeymoon over 35 years ago, and told us we had to swing by here to catch some of the best sunsets ever. They were not wrong in that fact! We had a reservation at 8:15 and made sure to show up early to watch the sunset. It was spectacular. When it was time to check in, we were told it would just be a few minutes, but unfortunately we waited 30 minutes later. We finally got seated, and were greeted with water and warm bread (amazing bread by the way). I don't eat much seafood besides shrimp, so was hoping they'd have some good non seafood options, but they didn't have a ton, so I got the arugula and goat cheese salad with chicken. The salad was decent, but not $33 worth. The chicken itself was $13. Overall good experience but wouldn't come back again unless it was to watch the sunset with some drinks read more

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This place is awesome! It is very expensive, but you get what you pay for. Our server, Andy was phenomenal. He was very attentive and friendly. Best service we had on the island was from Andy. The food was pretty good too. The view is unbelievable. read more

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This restaurant sits perfectly on the ocean and in a great spot. We took pictures during sunset then had dinner. It was so beautiful. The dinner and service was beautiful. Our server was so kind and attentive and personal. My only negative on the food was the fish dishes didn't have enough sauce. The ratio seemed a bit off. However it was so good. Scallops = yes I'd get again Ulu Ravioli = amazing and my child favorite. She'd get it over and over again. Such a special place to celebrate. Must go! read more

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I love the Beach House. It is my family's favorite restaurant. And one of my best friends got married here a few years ago. You get the most beautiful view at sunset, with great food and drinks. Yes, The Beach House is on the pricier side, but that is because you are getting such high quality food and location. Plus, the service is amazing here as well. They try to ensure that every table has some sort of view of the ocean. And they offer valet parking for $5. Our group of 5 started with the dumplings, and we all really loved the flavor and the sauce that the dumplings came with. My sister in law and I both ordered the lobster pasta. This. Is. Amazing. It is worth it. The lobster was perfectly cooked, the other seafood was a great pairing as well. The noodles themselves were perfectly al dente and the sauce was delectable. Our waiter brought more bread so we could soak up all the sauce. Yum! My dad loves their macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi and couldn't resist getting that. He loved it. I've also had their lobster bisque which is incredible, and all of their desserts are scrumptious! You truly cannot go wrong. We of course came for the sunset which was incredible. And we all had plenty of mai tai's! We will be continue to come back to The Beach House whenever we visit this beautiful island. (Also, seriously, their weddings are incredible. I helped plan my friend's wedding and they made it so easy for my friend to decide the decor and menu. She had the most stress-free wedding planning experience out of all of my friends so far. They were great!) read more

Great service and ambiance! They called me prior to my reservation to see if I wanted a lei at my table ($20 additional charge), and I loved that attention to detail. Obviously I got the lei! I celebrated my birthday here and the waitress brought me a to-go dessert free of charge. My filet was cooked perfectly. The Mai Tai was great. The String Beans were great! I have tried to recreate them at home. I loved the lemon aioli that came with the crab cakes. The only thing I disliked were the cucumbers, as they lacked flavor. Everything else was perfection. I will be returning during my next trip to Kauai. read more

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The best thing about this place is the ambience, it's amazing! Food was outstanding too. You get big portions but yes it's expensive. Excellent service too. You gotta go at least on e for a sunset dinner here. read more

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Absolutely incredible location. We were treated amazing! Chef Omar made our visit extremely special and will be an experience we'll always remember. This is a must go restaurant. read more

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I had heard great things about The Beach House in Kauai. The sunset views, the food, and the vibe. However, I was not expecting what I got. Our waiter was above amazing. Giving us everything and more that we asked for. The view was one of the best sunsets I have ever experienced. Oh, and the food was delightful. I started with their signature Monkeypod Mai Tai to go with my appetizer. The Mai Tai ha Kula Organic Silver and Dark Rums, Fresh Lime Juice, House Made Macadamia Nut Orgeat, Orange Curacao, and Honey Lillikoi Foam. We had the house made focaccia that was beyond heavenly. And then the Coconut Shrimp that had Coconut Sauce, Ginger, Garlic, Jalapeno Relish, Cilantro and Lime. For my main I went with the Seared Ahi Steak that was served with Jalapeno Mashed Potatos, Chili Broccoli, and a Soy Sesame Maui Onion Sauce. To close out the meal I had an Espresso Martini made with House Made Cold Brew Extract, Pau Vodka, Local Koloa Coffee Rum, and Vanilla Bean Syrup. The dessert was a magnificent Coconut Creme Brulee with House Made Ginger Snap Cookies. ___________ read more

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We were recommended the beach house by several friends! I would definitely recommend having a reservation. It is a bit of a tourist trap. Food was good, not great. Service was good, not great. You pay for parking. The scenery was incredibly beautiful. However, not every seat in the restaurant is created equally. I would also say come while is light out to enjoy the view as that was the highlight for me. They do have happy hour! read more

Yes, yes, yes! This place is amazing. This was my second time here and it is now a staple when on island. To be fair, I love pretty much all the "monkey pod/Merriman" restaurants. (This one may have the most challenging parking so prepare to valet or look for a spot. The valet will send you a link to pay digitally which is nice) Love the Beach House though. From the moment you walk in you are greeted with aloha and the vibes are high. The views are amazing. Highly recommend coming at sunset but to do so you'll most likely need a rezi in advance. Aside from all that the food is delicious and a mai tai is a must! read more

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The upside is the setting is beautiful. The service was friendly but definitely not fine dining or professional waitstaff level of service. The biggest disappointment is the pace is rushed and the decor is reflective of a dated family restaurant. The upholstered chairs are worn and some are tattered. The food was decent but not fantastic nor reflective of the fine dining prices. Two adults will easily spend $250-$300 with an appetizer, two entrees and two cocktails. read more

We made reservations at the beach house for dinner set the time so we could watch the slow sunset while finishing our meal. Service was prompt, friendly and efficient. Our waitress review some highlights from the menu and we ordered a before meal cocktail. I had the scallops (yum) and salad. Great food service and beautiful location for sunset viewing. read more

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Great restaurant for a special occasion in Kauai. Really enjoyed the steak but it is very pricey. Book before the sun goes down to enjoy the view! read more

They have very good food in this place. The waitress was kind and took care of a side every turn. You're sitting right there by the crashing of the waves, and the atmosphere does not get any better than that. We had a nice family meal, and we enjoyed ourselves quite a bit in that place. The drinks were awesome as well. read more

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3.5 stars. Absolutely stunning view from the restaurant with a fantastic view of poipu beach. Definitely dine at sunset or grab drinks. Had a Lovely table inside but was right at the border of the open window to outdoors. Make sure to come With a full wallet though-the food is definitely spendy which doesn't equate to value/taste IMO. I had the seafood pasta which was 70$, unfortunately served chilly because of cold goat cheese in the pasta. I wasn't a fan. But other dishes were decent and the service was kind! Come for the view, maybe just drinks? read more

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The best thing on the menu was the focaccia - make sure to get extra! Overall slightly disappointing especially when factoring in the price. Ordered the veggie pot pie, cucumber Szechuan salad and ravioli. The salad and ravioli were very bland all considering. The pot pie had an opportunity to deliver unique but missed on execution of portion size and flavor. The rest of the table ordered a mix of the dishes with the highlights being the surf and turf. The sauce on the tuna was almost like a grocery store ginger dressing. I'd easily recommend postcards over this place if you can handle the drive and can only squeeze in one fancy pricier place. read more

Recommended by a total stranger in an airport--and it absolutely did not disappoint. This place is definitely pricey, but worth every single penny. We ordered the Keiki Chicken, Macadamia Nut Crusted Fresh Hawaiian Fish, Seared Ahi Steak, and Filet Mignon. All were excellent choices, but I highly recommend the Seared Ahi. The sauce served on the side is absolutely mouth-watering, and the jalapeño mashed potatoes were unreal. My only regret is waiting until our last day on the island to eat here, because I 100% would've come back a second time. It was a bit loud, but that was expected based on other reviews, so it didn't bother us. We had an 8:00 PM reservation, but were offered bar seating if we could find space--and surprisingly, they accommodated all five of us (kids included), likely due to how busy they were. We ended up snagging five bar seats and enjoyed dinner an hour earlier than planned. The ambiance is lively, with beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. Just note that if it's raining (which happens often), indoor seating may be your only option. Bottom line: don't pass up a meal here--you won't regret it. Just make sure you plan financially. For reference, our meal for five (2 kids, 3 alcoholic drinks) came out to around $400 with tip. Worth it. read more

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This restaurant is located right on the beach with tables situated out on the grass facing the ocean. The perfect spot for a sunset photo, the best Mai Tai in Hawaii, by Hawaii Life magazine. Book ahead as it is a very popular spot especially around happy hour from 3:30-4:30! We came early and sat at the bar and watched the sunset. What we had: Crab cakes to start. Came hot out of the pan with a side of watercress, orange slices and tomatoes. The crab cakes were delicious and not full of fillers! Main- lobster and fish pasta A mixture of mahi mahi and ahi tuna as well as half a lobster and one claw's worth of meat mixed in! It was fantastic! Service is great and you can't beat the ocean front dining. Generous portions it was worth the $$$$ for fresh seafood and great service. Albeit you're also paying for the views but if you've never enjoyed a Hawaiian dinner by the ocean you must try this gem! read more

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Last year when we went to Kauai, my husband's parents came along. They asked us if we go to The Beach House. We had never been, despite it being directly across the street from our condos. They go to Maui every year, and they love the Monkeypod. Since both restaurants are owned by the same company, they wanted to go over for "the best" Mai Tais in Hawaii. We went over for Happy Hour. (Literally ONE hour every day, 3:30-4:30pm.) Happy hour Mai Tais (cocktails) are $4 off ($17 HH price). Pupus are $5 off. (We got potstickers $20 HH price.) Beers are $2 off ($10 HH price). So while the prices are on the high end (even happy hour) it is Hawaii so that is to be expected! Now every time we go to Kauai, The Beach House is on the itinerary! (We average 2 visits every trip!) The atmosphere and vibe is unmatched! It is right on the ocean. Beautiful views, especially at sunset! We love The Beach House! read more

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Cool ambiance, nice location but food is mediocre at best. Had the scallops tonight and one of them was rank with ammonia taste. Told our waiter and he took 20% off our check at the end and we were thankful as $70 for 3 scallops would have been steep. Go to Maui and eat at Monkey Pod or Ullu Kitchen. This place is a touristy conclave (yes so is Monkey Pod) but prices here are higher as it's supposed to be high end, and it was anything but. read more

Overall this place is good, but nothing to write home about (in terms of the food / drink). Our server, Chad, was lovely and made the experience delightful! The macadamia crusted fish was pretty good overall, just overpriced (by a lot) so I think in terms of value, this place perhaps isn't the best. That said, it's gorgeous right on the water so that's a nice touch. It's definitely a tourist spot so if you're visiting and want a nice sunset, it's a good spot for that. The cocktails were very mid at best. Overall I definitely wouldn't advise against this place (in the sense that it IS pretty and the service is nice and they're super accommodating) but the food and drinks are just pretty average for the very high price you pay. read more

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We came for a romantic dinner on our last night on the island. We reserved a table for 5:30, perfect for the sunset. The seating is in full view of the ocean and the sunsets. It's open and you can walk out and take pics throughout the night. Our server Josh was awesome. He took time to make suggestions on food and drink. I tried the island buck that has pineapple, guava, and a cayenne ginger beer. Phenomenal! You can even try the ginger beer straight up. We also tried the coconut shrimp appetizer. It had a great Thai inspired coconut sauce. Delicious but pricey for just 4 shrimp. The house made focaccia was decent. We tried the seared ahi entree which came with jalapeño mashed potatoes that I absolutely loved. The sesame Maui onion sauce was fantastic too. My wife got the macadamia nut crusted mahi with ginger bok choy and scallion rice. We both enjoyed the entrees. We topped off the night with the coconut crème brûlée. It was amazing. Ambience and food were both top shelf and service was also on par. read more

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Friendly staff greet you at entry, the guest waiting area is a cute but very small and there is a lot of foot traffic. I got the Ahi steak, it was delicious. The waitress was nice, but she did ask what the special occasion was and my wife told her my birthday. Dessert comes, no special mini dessert or anything and then the bill comes.... Two things that went through my head. 1st, why even ask the occasion if you're not going to make it any more special? 2nd. For the price you are paying, a small birthday dessert should be mandatory. Maybe she forgot, who knows. It's nice cause you can walk out mid dinner to take photos during sunset, overall decent but not great. Your spending top dollar primarily for the view and yes the food was good, but not $60 per dish good. Maybe just grab some food and sit front row by the beach on your own. read more

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Our best meal on the island.. This restaurant is such a gem. From the esthetics and service to the food, everything was wonderful. The macadamia nut crusted Mahi Mahi was incredible and my fiance enjoyed his Lobster & fish pasta. We unfortunately left no room for dessert but will definitely be back. read more

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The location of this restaurant is fabulous. The staff make for a very high end experience with their knowledge and manners. The entire interior environment is very bland and underwhelming though. The tuna steak is delicious but we had to make sure to ask for wasabi since it doesn't come with it, which I never understand. The lobster bisque I did not enjoy. I couldn't identify what the ingredient in it that I didn't like but it kind of tasted like a bowl of caramel and the whole thing was too rich and dessert-like somehow. They say the mai Thai is moneky pod but monkey pods are a touch better somehow. A good spot, but overpriced overall due to what underwhelmed me. read more

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First, the service is great. Friendly servers and you are not rushed to order even around sunset times. The view is decent. You see the ocean and depending on the time of year, maybe the sunset. During the Summer, the sun sets over the land on the South side, so you can't really see it actually set over water. The food was middle of the road. Nothing was really great. It's very expensive and the food just doesn't make up for the price. Portions are small and the flavor is mostly just alright. The steak was flavorful, but $79 for the size of it is hard to justify. Overall, it's a nice restaurant and could have potential for a nice sunset, but don't count on the food being amazing with the view. read more

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What a disappointment. Yes, the views are beautiful, but the experience was utterly horrible. We called ahead asking about dietary accommodations and on the phone were told one thing but in actuality there was only one vegan option which was the pot pie without the puff pastry top, so just curry veggies and rice. The staff did not try to work with us and our kids left hungry. This place felt like a Cheesecake Factory by the sea. Not worth the views. read more

Food: The food was incredible. The appetizers we ordered--green beans and crab cakes--were great, and our main entrees were delicious. The portions are smaller than what you'd find at a typical restaurant. 4.5/5 Ambiance: The view from our table was stunning, overlooking the ocean. 5/5 Service: Every staff member you encounter is friendly! 5/5 Drink: I read the reviews claiming they had the best Mai Tai, and they weren't wrong; it was amazing! I was on a mission to try as much local coffee as possible, and I've never been to a restaurant that serves you a single French press! 5/5 read more

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The location is beautiful. Service was decent. We spent about $800 plus drinks at the bar while we waited and we told the waitress that the celebration was for a big birthday. Yes, they should've brought a dessert for free. We made a reservation and were seated about 30 minutes late. I really enjoyed the place, but felt they should've done something, other than a signed card, for the birthday. read more

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We've come here many times over the years but first time back since pandemic We came for dinner at 5:15 Drinks -5/5 We all got mai tais and they were delicious! (Merrimans was slightly better) decent wines but wish they had more options by the glass. Food- ahi poke tostada (special) 5/5 Pork potstickers 3/5 kind of dry and the sauce was too creamy and spicy so asked for soy sauce Got the filet and it was perfectly cooked (rare) Amazing views as always Decent service- she was super helpful with timing our food around sunset so we could go take photos read more

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The best restaurant in Kauai-of course it's named 'The Beach House'! The food is absolutely amazing but the real secret to this restaurant is the 'Aloha Spirit' within! From the manager, Sarah, to everyone working there they exude that welcoming Hawaiian spirit! A MUST-HAVE appetizer is the Szechuan Stir-Fry Green Beans with Macadamia Nuts. These are not your mother's green beans (sorry Mom)...these are local beans with chili and ginger cooked perfectly in an oyster sauce! If you have more than two people order 2 of these for appetizers-they will thank you! Everything is delicious here...and save room for their amazing desserts -the Maui Oma Coffee Tiramisu is my fav! read more

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The view is gorgeous. That's the only thing this third-rate tourist-bilking slophouse has going for it. I understand staffing is difficult on Kauai, and nowhere is it more evident than this place, from the slimy management to the inept chefs to the anti-Aloha servers. If you want to pay hundreds of dollars for oversalted wannabe Denny's food, by all means, book a table. Otherwise you'd be better off at any of the other resort dining spots, or better yet head just up the road to anyplace in Kōloa. read more

Good- The view and surfers, parrots coming home at the end of the evening, the house mai tai, the crab cakes and green beans. The filet mignon was excellent. Bad- Szechuan cucumber salad disappointing and way overpriced, there was a wait to our table without enough seating, unusually slow service, truly under seasoned beet salad. Summary-All in all, someplace that is quite expensive but a one time visit for many other reasons besides the cost. read more

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OMG this place is magical! We stumbled in randomly and grabbed seats at the bar where the bartender was so sweet and let me sample a few things to decide. Ended up a cocktail in hand and then sat outside on their lawn to watch the most beautiful sunset right on the ocean This is easily one of the most romantic sunset spots on the island. You can dine here too but make reservations if that's the plan. Either way, this is a must visit for the vibes alone. read more

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We had a super memorable and delicious Thanksgiving dinner at the Beach House. We had reserved "bar" seating and it was awesome, as you had a nice elevated view of the ocean. The service was top notch and the food was also very well prepared and delicious. We did have the Tuna Sashimi appetizer and I cannot recommend it enough; amazingly fresh and delicious. I also highly recommend the Mai Tai... very well prepared and super yummy. read more

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By the numbers Go for the setting. Small peninsula on the south coast of Kauai grass sward out from and at the right tides surfers a plenty to see. Lots of photo ops. Outdoor seating is good but can get rained on. Very cool setting... Online registration was seamless. No charge to hold your spot. Parking is a challenge. No lights on the road on the beach and you may have to park and walk a bit. Valet available. Checkin and seating good. Short wait to water. 17-20 minute wait to see a waiter. Now it was busy at 8pm on a Wednesday, but not cool. Lots of guests but lots of staff too. I found the menu a tad simple. Focaccia was a little dry and over seasoned. Oilve oil was bland and nothing special. Szechuan green beans were great. Awesome flavor combo. Seated ahi quality was awesome but just seared. Plate seemed a bit bland in appearance, see photo. Now I can handle some spice. I usually get 4-5 stars but the jalapeno mashed potatoes (bright green!) was so spicy to be almost inedible. Got used to it and finished them, but wow. Mushroom pot pie was nothing special. Mushroom stew with puff pastry over the top. Taro? Chunks in there and they were a tad woody. One mocktail. 1 appy and 2 mains. About $150. read more

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