I struggled with how to start this review, not for any bad reason, but because from the second I walked in, everything was excellent. The decor, the service, the food, the wine, all impeccable, fun, and quirky in the best way.
The setup is very odd, seems like a wine bar you could find in a mall, but it's cute and endearing immediately upon entering. The nice woman inside the bar took my order quickly and politely ignored how awkward I am. I was asked if I was opting in to the wine tasting so OF COURSE I said yes, and was treated to a vast array of the best wines I've tasted in a long time, along with complimentary cheese and crackers.
I got the antipasto plate which was prepared by a chef with a bedazzled headband the appeared to have wandered in looking for the Doobie Brothers concert, and while the antipasto wasn't anything crazy it was very well priced. The house cabernet was also a perfect dry red and well worth the price.
My main was a muffeleta which was perfect. Warm and salty and every flavor shined through and paired perfectly with my dry wine.
Everything about this place is warm and cozy. Even the ambient music is at the perfect volume; loud enough to break the silence, quiet enough to chitchat. This would be a wonderful place to bring a first date to make them think you're way more cultures than you really are. Great wine, great service, great ambiance, and great food. This is one of the friendliest most inviting places I've ever had the joy of visiting, highest of recommendations; I know it's out of the way, but well worth the stop. read more