Since Karin and George had been there many times, they were quite familiar with our server Melissa, and chef Vincent Fanari of Nice, France.
French bread with oil and freshly ground black pepper was brought to the table.
After ordering, we received the largest house salads that we've ever seen. The salads included incredibly fresh greens, cranberries and sliced almonds with a light vinegratte.
Starters:
Ken enjoyed the Raclette and Procuitto melt which was imported cheese lightly breaded and baked, served over prosciutto.
Jay, Karin and George thoroughly enjoyed the BEST French onion soup ever - made with Gruyere cheese! It was so good that Jay used bread to sop up the extra juice left over.
Entrees:
Karin had a small bite of Baked Diver Scallops - two large scallops on the half shell topped with lemon, roasted pepper and garlic butter. It was fabulous.
Ken had the Jumbo Shrimp Nicoise in a lemon, caper tomato sauce. He was happy with his two super jumbo shrimp. His entree came with scalloped potatoes and asparagus.
George ordered the lasagna special. It was the most tender noodles and light sauce. Excellent.
Jay had the Japanese Wagyu special - the most tender beef ever - even better than Kobe! in a pepper sauce with scalloped potatoes and asparagus.
Everything was so good, that we didn't want to leave. We wish we had room to visit for the dinner special of boar that had been marinating for two days!
Wines enjoyed:
2007 Lugana Tenuto Roveglia
2004 Trevorjones Virgin Chardonnay
2006 Terrasses Chateau Pesquie Ventoux - Rhone Valley Vineyards
2006 Clayhouse Adobe Red
- Dress - casual
- Service - excellent
- Decor - classy
- Portions - Just enough
- Price - Reasonable
- Reservations - Highly recommended
We spent over two hours for lunch, which was quite lovely on such a dreary day. It was a truly wonderful experience.
