Wilshire
Santa Monica, CA 90403-5865
Phone: (310) 586-1707
02/23/2006 Posted by corsica
Go on a weekday and reserve a table outside. The initial entrance can be off-putting as the bar is very scene-y, but once the hostess (who was warm and welcoming) led us outside, it was a different story. The outdoor section is gorgeous, sprawling and romantic. The menu is inventive: crispy poached egg with purple artichokes, lentil and bacon is a stand-out dish. The grass-fed steak was wonderful and worth trying - there truly is a difference between that and corn-fed. We had two sides: roast brussel sprouts with bacon, which was excellent, and grilled mushrooms with barley rissotto, which was slightly bland. The wine list was great, and even the bread basket was delicous. For dessert we had donuts, which were average-- I think the restaurant really shines on its dinner menu. The service was excellent, our watier knowledgable, the prices reasonable, and I will be returning.
Pros: Beautiful Atmosphere, Inventive Menu, Excellent Service
Cons: Menu is hit-or-miss
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