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Gravitas (4.6) - Service was excellent and the plating was interesting without being overly bougie. I really appreciated being able to customize our own tastings, and the wine pairings were a great deal, too...
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Gravitas: Roasted Tile Fish
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Chloe (4.55) - We were seated at the bar, which had a great view into the kitchen, but we felt cramp on the corner as the servers flew back and forth with service plates. Nonetheless, we had a great meal at this lovely restaurant featuring global cuisine...
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Chloe: Braised Local Oysters
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Kōbō (4.5) - To begin our journey, we were treated to an amuse bouche that was smoked in front of us. When lifting the cover, the smell of charred apple wood emanated out and was quite the spectacle to begin our meal...
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Kōbō: Apple Smoked Ankimo
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Red Hen (4.5) - As a lighter contrast, we shared the
Fresh Burrata with a bright broccolini marinati, salami, brown-butter pine nuts, cherry mostarda and breadcrumbs. The crunchy textures of the vegetables contrasted nicely with the creamy globe of fresh cheese. This was a delightful dish...
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Red Hen: Fresh Burrata
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St. Anselm (4.43) - While steak is a specialty, Chef Marjorie Meek-Bradley's creativity doesn't stop there...
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St. Anselm: Salmon Collar
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Del Mar (4.23) - To start we enjoyed the chilled
Atun Rojo with heirloom tomato consommé, citrus ponzu, and sea beans. The tuna was fresh and the citrus gelée provided a lovely brightness to the dish....
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Del Mar: Atun Rojo
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Plume (4.23) - We sat at a cozy nook as we savored classic dishes using traditional techniques and seasonal ingredients that are inspired by the harvest from Thomas Jefferson's kitchen gardens at Monticello...
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Plume: Hudson Valley Foie Terrine
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Q by Peter Change (4.2) - The dim sum brunch is perfect for groups, as the idea is to order many different dishes and share them so everyone gets a taste of everything...
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Q by Peter Chang: Almond Shrimp Ball
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A Rake's Progress (4.2) - The
Orecchiette with Maryland Blue Crab, asparagus, sweet corn, and mushrooms was beautifully sweet and fresh. It was a generous portion and my favorite dish of the shared starters...
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A Rake's Progress: Orecchiette with Maryland Blue Crab
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Succotash (4.05) - All in all we had a great meal for a great deal at Succotash. The Asian fusion into the Southern fare was subtle, but provided just enough twist on the soulful menu...
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Succotash: BBQ Pork Ribs