I came here on Friday night of Labor Day weekend, and unfortunately, I found the experience to be…read moreextremely underwhelming. In my opinion, this restaurant is very overrated, especially considering the prices. The cost does not seem to match the quality of the food, the service, or even the overall ambiance.
I actually came here last year during Restaurant Week and had a great experience, so I was looking forward to returning. Unfortunately, my second visit was a completely different experience.
For the prices they charge, I think the restaurant could really benefit from some updating and renovations. The space feels extremely outdated, including the carpeting, which looks like it may have been there since the restaurant first opened. The carpet also seemed to need a thorough cleaning, as every so often there was an unpleasant odor that I couldn't quite identify.
We started with the shrimp and lobster wontons and a spicy tuna roll. Both were fresh and enjoyable. For our entrees, we ordered a filet mignon, a ribeye, and two sides--creamed spinach and mashed potatoes. both pieces were asked for "medium" and they were not medium. Unfortunately, the mashed potatoes had virtually no flavor, and the ribeye was extremely bland & tough. It lacked seasoning and any noticeable grill or char, which was disappointing for a steak at this price point.
The service was also frustrating. I ordered a dirty martini with blue cheese-stuffed olives and received regular olives instead. We were not in any rush to finish our meal and would occasionally put our forks down to take a break, but we were repeatedly asked if we were finished. One busser came over, then another shortly after, and then another. By the end of the meal, we must have been asked whether we were done close to ten times. It made the experience feel rushed and took away from what should have been a relaxed dinner.
Also - dessert menu has Briermere pie for $18 a slice, when the entire pie from Briermere is like $40. i mean seriously?
I truly expected more, especially because my first experience here was so enjoyable. I'm not sure what changed in the past year, but unfortunately, this visit did not live up to my expectations. At this price point, an average meal, outdated atmosphere, and inconsistent service simply aren't acceptable to me. I left feeling that the experience did not justify the hefty bill.