I heard great things from many friends on Yelp about CL, so it went on the list of places to try out when I am on the other side of the water. HOT TIP: Make a reservation, as far in advance if possible. It is worth it. PARKING: Parking can be tricky, and I am sure it is hard during a busy time or in season. There is valet parking, and street parking. I recommend using a ride share service, or trying to go in one car so that parking is not a stress. INTERIOR/ATMOSPHERE: Small, but packs a lot in. It is a little tight in some areas, and the front hostess area there is a few seats to sit in and wait for your table. Lots of neutral colors surround the interior with booth and chair seating. Natural light fills the dining area with the help of large windows. The lights from the cars that park in front can blind your temporarily in the evening. When I was there around 8pm, it was pretty loud. It was hard to concentrate on my conversation. It was very clean and well put together. There is a small bar area to the left when you walk in. SERVICE: The service we received was good. Our waitress did seem to be a little distracted, but she did a good job. She was able to explain dishes to us and gave us some recommendations. FOOD/MENU: The menu is not overwhelming at all. The drink menu is a little more in depth. They do offer at least 4 mocktail drinks. I wish there were more, but there is still time. I truly believe the market is making a change, and people are looking for more mocktails more and more. The food we had was amazing! It really lived up to the hype. I ordered the yeast rolls, the soup with a crabcake, the bacon wrapped filet and the loaded potato puree. The soup had a fresh taste to it and the crabcake that laid on the top was full of flavor. My bacon wrapped filet was like butter. It had a great soft melt in your mouth texture. The sauce it was laid on was a little salty, but it was rich in flavor as well. I did get my steak medium well and it was perfectly cooked. The loaded potato puree was so rich and flavorful. The pasta bolognese looked so good from the table next to us, that my friend ordered it. She devoured it. She did get the broccoli as a side. It looked delicious. Lastly, the yeast rolls. They were amazing. The salt on the top, a nice mild outer crisp, with a smooth interior paired perfectly with the seasoned soft butter. My friend was in love with the rolls as was I. They were amazing. I highly recommend getting that as a side dish. I have heard amazing things about the caesar salad. We did not order that, but I am passing on the rave reviews. Everything came out perfect. I can't stop thinking about my filet. Overall this is the perfect place for any occasion, and they lived up to the hype. read more

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Heather provided excellent service! Food is amazing as well! Amazing amazing service! read more

We've been to Chic's Laundry twice now and adore this place. The ambiance, the service, and the food all deliver. I have to give serious KUDOS to their management for pulling off such a smooth and successful opening. We were lucky enough to try during their soft opening and also now that it has been open for a few months and they've kept up the quality in all areas. At this point, we've tried a large majority of their menu and the ONLY item we truly didn't love was the Tinned Fish service. Drinks: I love the Leaky Tiki and the French Laundry. Also love that the Chics Laundry can have a caviar bump added on! Their play on the espresso martini is also great. Their bartenders have serious skill. l Appetizers: Don't skip the Clams & Sausage in Annotto Broth, just be sure to ask for extra sourdough. We also loved the Beef Tartare with Tallow Fries! Entrees: Burger is fantastic, as is the salmon and the pork ribeye. The bolognese has a really unique, delicious flare and the pizzas definitely could earn a spot on the top few in Hampton Roads Haven't explored the dessert menu, but need to! read more

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The food was amazing! The service was thoughtful and attentive without being harassing. The restaurant is nice, even though we had to eat at the bar because we had no reservations. Signature cocktails were delicious, I wanted to try all of them. Recommend making reservations far in advance. read more

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Fantastic restaurant with an open kitchen and a beautiful pizza oven. The food was delicious! I highly recommend the truffle pizza, oysters, arancini, and octopus! The cocktails were great as well! I loved their mezcal drink. The atmosphere is both casual and upscale and is cozy. Service was excellent!! read more

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I've been waiting for Chic's Laundry to open, so I was excited to finally check it out. We made a reservation on Resy, which made things super easy. From the moment we walked in, the space immediately stood out. The interior is incredibly clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. It feels polished but still welcoming! Definitely a spot you could dress up for or keep casual. We started with drinks and ordered the Champagne and Cigarettes and the Keep It Movin. Both were great choices to kick off the evening, balanced, refreshing, and a little fun. Then we decided to splurge on food, and I'm so glad we did. For starters we ordered the arancini, Parker House rolls, Caesar salad, and tallow fries. The arancini were crispy on the outside with creamy risotto inside, topped with stracciatella and parmesan ... super flavorful. The Caesar was fresh and crunchy with bibb and romaine, anchovy dressing, parmigiano, and sourdough breadcrumbs that added great texture. I think I can rave about the Parker House rolls for days. These are baked to order and come out warm with toasted nori butter, and wow... they were incredible. Soft, fluffy, slightly sweet, and the butter adds such a unique savory touch. Honestly, I could come back just for those. For our entrees, we ordered the hot honey pepperoni pizza and the 8oz sirloin finished with a bourbon beef reduction and served with loaded potato purée. The pizza had the perfect balance of sweet heat, and the crust was fantastic. The sirloin was cooked beautifully and the bourbon reduction added a rich depth of flavor. The potato purée was creamy, indulgent, and the perfect side. With plenty of leftovers to bring home, we both left happy and completely full. The service was phenomenal! Everyone was attentive without being overbearing. I can't wait to come back and snag a seat at the bar next time!! read more

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Tonight we had dinner at Chic's Laundry, located at 4497 Lookout Road in the Chic's Beach section of Virginia Beach. I rarely write reviews for newly opened restaurants because the staff is usually learning systems and acclimating to the overall rhythm of a new operation. It often feels unfair to judge a restaurant while it's still finding its footing. That said, Chic's Laundry is the exception. The staff--both front and back of house--are on point and firing on all cylinders. Chic's Laundry opened to the general public just two days ago, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, but you would think they had been open for years. The service was outstanding both at the bar and tableside. We made a reservation (highly recommended), but we arrived a little early. Coming from Chesapeake, we weren't sure what traffic would be like getting there. The hostess greeted us right away, took our name, and asked if we'd like a cocktail while our table was being prepared. We decided to have a drink at the bar. My wife ordered the Laundry Old Fashioned, while I had a sparkling water with lime. Our drinks were prepared quickly and were excellent. A nice touch was the orange peel garnish on the Old Fashioned, adorned with the CL initials. Shortly afterward we were shown to our table. One pleasant surprise was that our drink order had already been transferred there for us. Our server, Sarah, was very helpful with menu questions and suggestions. To start, we ordered the Parker House Rolls ($8). They were served in a cast iron skillet so they stayed hot from the first bite to the last. They came with toasted nori-infused whipped butter, which was absolutely delicious. We also tried the Hot Honey Pepperoni Pizza ($20). This was one of the best pizzas I've ever had and I highly recommend trying it. The crust was crispy yet soft in the center in that "how do they do that?" kind of way. The sauce was flavorful and properly proportioned so it didn't overwhelm the pizza. They use mini cup pepperoni, which were slightly crisped and packed with flavor. A fantastic pizza. For dinner, my wife had the Grilled Pork Ribeye, served with braised greens. The pork ribeye was cooked perfectly and properly seasoned. It was served with an orange jus reduction, shaved fennel, and orange supremes. An outstanding dish. I'm always partial to a good burger, and if you are too, check out The Cart Burger ($20). It features two house-ground beef patties grilled to perfection and topped with grilled onions, tomato, special sauce, and pickle-brined lettuce on a benne seed potato roll. It comes with a side of tallow fries, which were absolutely amazing and not to be missed. For dessert we tried the Dark Chocolate Pot de Crème ($10), consisting of dark chocolate, Old Bay caramel, house-made whipped cream, and peanut brittle on top. It was excellent and a perfect way to finish the meal. If you're looking for a night out that feels a little special, Chic's Laundry is well worth a visit. It's a great addition to the neighborhood, and it's always nice to support our local restaurant community. read more

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Service - impeccable Food - what the actual... amazing flavors! I am so floored! Ambiance - amazing. Unsure what this design style is, but I'm going to call it chill mid-century modern but make it upscale and almost a spa-like culinary and bar experience. Relaxing, doesn't even begin to describe it. They relax you with the vibes and overall attitude/flow of service, but excite you with the food and bev flavors. Masterful! Will be back with friends! What a delight. read more

Chic's Laundry - Chic Dirty Martini + some cocktail I can't remember the name of but it was great. - Food Trucks Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Unfortunate thing happened, there was something in my food. They made it right by not letting me pay (and my friend too). But question here - shouldn't happen in the first place right??? Ambiance is cute and homey. Service was friendly and apologetic but .... read more

Chic's Laundry - Food Trucks Near Me - Virginia Beach, Virginia

Enjoyed a lunch date with my hubby at this newly opened restaurant in the Chics beach area. Highly recommend a reservation because they are slammin in here and very popular. If you walk in without a reservation you're bound to be seated at the bar. And that's only if you show up as soon as they open because there was a line waiting to be seated. The interior decor was modern and chic. Even the bar seating area was nice. The food was different but delicious. When I say different, I am talking about an Asian, American, seafood fusion. The flavors were different from what I've ever had but we thoroughly enjoyed every dish! For appetizers we ordered the Parker House Rolls & Arancini. The order came with 5 freshly made yeast rolls with a side of nori butter spread. I loved that it came out nice and warm and it instantly melted the butter. Be aware the herb butter does have a slight fishy taste because it does have seaweed (nori) in it. The Arancini was delish and pretty much like fried risotto balls. The outside was crispy and inside was soft and fluffy. It kind of reminded me of tater tots. My husband ordered the Salmon and it came with a side of broccoli. It was the best tasting salmon I've ever had. Flavorful, soft and tender with a nice crispy skin. The sauce under the salmon was soooo good! It reminded me of a white wine lemon butter sauce and the broccoli was also flavorful. It might be overwhelming if you're use to a traditional basic side broccoli dish. It had a nice crispy panko sprinkle on top and slightly spicy with black pepper taste. Our drinks were 10/10 and highly recommend. My husband said the old fashion was top 3 he has ever had and he's an Old fashion guy. I ordered the Keep it movin' and it reminded me of an espresso martini but even better. I ordered the Cart Burger with Tallow fries. The burger was average to me but I was also stuffed at this point. My husband tried it and said it was delicious. He said it was so soft and tender compared to most burgers and came with two patties. The tallow fries were the best part! They were crispy yet light and airy. They were so good I ordered an extra side to take home. We use to live in Chic's and am happy to have this restaurant open in the area. It's a great addition and we highly recommend everyone give it a try. We'll definitely be back. One recommendation is bigger entree portions please. My husband said the salmon portion was small so he left feeling hungry. It needed a side of carbs and should've came with potatoes or something. Seems like other entrees coming out were all small portions as well similar to fine dining restaurants. Other than that, we really enjoyed our meal and can't wait to try more things on the menu. The hostess and our server Kat were amazingly kind and the service was top notch. read more

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If I could give this place 10 stars I would! I went for my birthday and the whole staff signed a card for me the beef tallow fries taste like my dad's grill from 1984! Everything we ate was amazing and the service was 5 star as well read more

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The food tasted great. I got the salmon which was crispy on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside. The broccoli had excellent flavor and had a nice roast. The star of the show for me was the beef tartare, it was paired well with the tallow fries. I did make a reservation however since I was by myself they sat me at the bar. I wish I would have been seated at a table but that's fine. The overall experience was nice and the price was fair, also they have valet parking. read more

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We visited Chic's last weekend (Friday evening) and really enjoyed it. Overall: tasty, fresh, and original menu; service, good and cocktails were a great experience. No reservation but we were able to get into the bar and had a wonderful experience. Ambiance: hard to believe this place isn't even a month old; interior is well appointed and vibrant but not too noisy (which I was surprised about, based on the size). My girlfriend and I sat at the bat and enjoyed it immensely. Food and beverage: cocktails (Rye Manhattan up - me / lady had the house Dirty Laundry martini (and was offered gin or vodka - love it!) Both cocktails were outstanding and made with attention to detail; had a lovely Sardinian red with dinner. For dinner, we had the bolognese and one of the pizzas; the sourdough crust of the pizza and fresh-made house pasta stood out with both of these outstanding fresh entrees. We also had a chance to try a house aperitif blended by the bartenders which was outstanding. The reason why this is 4 and not 5 stars is because we ordered a Caesar salad as a starter that did not come out and the service staff wanted to bring with our entrees (we simply didn't have the space for it at the bar). That said, I do look forward to trying this in the future. Price point: reasonably priced for Virginia Beach / East Ocean View and the quality / level of service you receive. Service: bartenders are attentive, talented, very welcoming, and (most importantly), make an outstanding cocktail. Looking forward to returning and trying the Tartare and Tallow Fries! read more

I am concerned they won't make it. Price point, portion sizes and food quality are of concern. Dinner for two: two cocktails, two appetizers and two entrée = $150. Clam appetizer was $20+ and had 5 small clams. Food quality, view/location, ambience is not good enough to command the high price point. Also you need to purchase your bread - 4 yeast rolls = $8. Restaurant is busy now due to it being a new restaurant but I fear it won't last due to the reasons above. I really hope they change things up for longevity. read more

Good atmosphere and vibe. Food was really good quality but the portions are not good, entirely too small for the high price point. Also, the service was not the best, no one brought us silverware and we had to ask 3 times, even after the meal came. The waitress then got an attitude because we had to ask another waitress for silverware so we could finally eat. The waitress then forgot to bring an appetizer we ordered, and by the time the food came it was slightly cold. The clams and sausage $20 appetizer had literally no sausage in it and like 5 clams. I know they are a new restaurant and I have confidence they will figure this all out but, they have to increase the portion sizes! read more

Definitely worth the wait and a good addition to the neighborhood. There seems to be plenty of parking but the parking in front is scary....for the restaurant. I hope no one ever hits the wrong pedal. The restaurant is nicely decorated with a nod to the laundromat with a wall of old sewing machines. Nice! Small bar and booths on the kitchen side. Tables are close together so dont go with a loud talker or someone that drops the F bomb all the time. You might get looks. The menu is small. We started with the Parker Rolls and Arancini. Delicious....butter is homemade. I got the bolognese.....pasta is made in house. Not a huge portion which is refreshing. My friend got the caeser with salmon. It was a bit salty and we gave them that feedback. Absolutely LOVED the crunchies. If you go, you will know. Better than your typical crouton. I can't wait for the patio to open. Bathrooms are clean. Still a few kinks.....AC wasnt working. The menu is no where on line which is frustrating. But the staff was friendly and pretty knowledgeable. If I lived in Chics Beach I would go more often. It is pricier....including the drinks. Definitely check it out. read more

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The food was amazing and the service was great! I got the cheeseburger and fries and the bun was so light and the burger just melted in your mouth. It was so good. We shared the broccoli and rolls and loved them both. My husband had their special fish entree and he said it was one of the best seafood dishes he had in a while. read more

Really enjoyed this meal! I rate it a 5 based on my perspective, and a 4.5 from my husband because of drink experience. We started with the rolls that had an amazing, smoky, flaky sea salt and herb butter in addition to the tartare. The fries that came with the tartare were literally like top 3 best fries I've ever had. I am typically a skinny fry lover but these had a perfect crunch and were seasoned so well. Not a fan of the Dijon that comes with this dish because it was more mayo than mustardy but I'm sure others would like it. I had the burger as my main, husband got pork ribeye. My burger was delicious and I was pumped to have more of the epic fries. Pork was perfectly cooked, and the greens that came with it were great (and I don't like collards!) They have wonderful sparkling water that I've never heard of (added a pic). This is definitely a limited menu but they have all the bases covered (beef, pork, pizza, a few handhelds, etc) that are all done well. Husband said the old fashioned was great but he was disappointed in the dirty martini. We couldn't tell if they had just made the one on the menu or if it was just the house made vermouth, he just wanted a classic tini. Wasn't bad, just not his cup of tea. My only critique- I wish I had a dash of salt on my burger and the tartare but there wasn't any on the table. I'm sure we could have asked for it lol. Wonderful meal- will def be back and looking forward to dessert next time. read more

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Service 1/5 Terrible service. We were seated maybe 10 minutes before someone came over to say they were a little understaffed & someone would be with us soon. It took another 15 to put in our drink orders & another 15 to receive them (glass of wine & a beer). They also arrived separately. Similar situation with food. My husband's meal arrived about 10 minutes before mine & he was polite enough to wait for me. Food 3/5 Arancini & caviar was delicious French dip flatbread was just okay, nothing fantastic My husband disliked the bolognese said it was too small of a portion for the price & lacked flavor. read more

Awesome food, great service, loved it. My wife and I went there for a date night and it was excellent.

10/10 experience! Literally an answered prayer. I have been manifesting a restaurant closer to ocean view with amazing cocktails and good food and chic's laundry HAS DELIVERED!!! Was invited to the soft launch the saturday before it opened. Found a parking spot in the lot which was an unexpected surprise (we did go early, 530pm reservation. Walked in and was greeted with a smile right away by the hostess. Took our names and immediately lead us to a two top. Glancing at the bar on my way in, it was very cute, maybe 8 seats available at the bar. Menu is not extensive but definitely has some great options. We ordered the laundry old fashion and the French laundry. Usually I would order an appetizer, the seafood bruschetta sounded really good but my date was not open to it so we skipped. I regret it. We received our drinks within 7 minutes and ordered the burger and a truffle and mushroom pizza. The old fashion ( Bulleit Bourbon - Ron Zacapa 23 Rum - Oolong Black Tea Syrup - Orange Bitters -Melted Coconut Oil - $14 )was served over an ice ball and Had an orange peel with Cl burned into it- no cherry. It was smooth. Robust with a cinnamon flavor to it. 7/10 if I were comparing to the best old fashion I have ever had. The French laundry (Absolut Pears Vodka, Pistachio Syrup, Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice, Sparkling Wine - $14 )was beautiful served in a larger champagne coupe over pellet ice and a white flower as a garnish. It was cold, light in flavor, so creamy and a lovely pale green. The food came out within 10 minutes and HERE WE GO! The burger- 2 juicy patties layered with tomato, lettuce, melted cheese and a sesame seed bun that was soft on the inside while having a wonderful crunch as you bit into it. Melt in your mouth burger. My mouth is watering reliving the experience. Served with THEEICK cut fries prepared in BEEF TALLOW. We actually both grabbed a fry first and hoffhoffhoff bc she was like... fresh out the fryer but it was so worth it. Noticed our neighbor in the seat next to us literally hoffhoffhoffing as well bc she had the same idea to dig in. We all laughed about it and continued digging into this cup of beefy golden goodness. The burger and fries were served with HOUSE MADE mayo and ketchup(they did not say this was homemade) and all were perfect compliments to the meal. The truffle mushroom pizza- full of flavor, umami and incredible texture. Crunchy dough, warm cheeses with robust flavors which we were both licking our fingers after finishing each slice. I brought three slices home to the husband who had a bite cold later that night and snapped his neck looking at me saying "how it is cold and still have a crunch to it?" I urged him to air fry it along with the FIVE fries I asked our server Heather to box up. She did ask if I'm sure I wanted them bc there were so few and um.. absolutely we are not wasting a crumb! Husband even made fun of me boxing 5 fries up until HE TRIED ONE! Then he understood and thanked me for being a weirdo. I watched him eat the air fried pizza and the joy he had with every bite. Usually we add red pepper flakes and dip our pizza in ranch and he just stood there over the air fryer bite after bite without even thinking he needed to add anything to it. We discussed how impressed we were with what we experienced and how we are so excited to have a new restaurant in closer proximity that is elevated above the establishments surrounding. Maybe they will level up since Chicks beach, east beach and ocean view all tend to have the same problem. And it IS a problem, great locations with less than mediocre food and beverages. Chic's laundry is raising the bar in chicks beach and we are so grateful! Welcome to the neighborhood Cl Ps. We had post dinner drinks (I should have switched order but know for next time) Dirty laundry -Virago Oolong Gin, Mignonette Infused Blanc Vermouth, Sorghum and Salt Bitters - $16 Add a "bump" of Caviar for $12 but perfectly balanced with salt- I love a dirty martini and this was probably one of my favorites along with the caviar aside it. Date ordered the espresso martini and it was cold, bold and creamy. Again, perfectly balanced not being overly sweet. 10/10 recommend read more

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Honestly I'm not understanding the hype regarding this place, me and my girlfriend like to splurge every so often on new restaurants and we typically order a variety of items. This place is JUST OK. The interior is very nice and feels very upscale beach type of vibe. Service: Our server was actually very nice and energetic, we ordered appetizers that came out promptly but were left waiting for over 20 mins with empty appetizer plates and still hadn't ordered main dishes. Finally we hawked her down and got the orders in. I understand it was a full house but cmon. After that service was decent. FOOD: Pretty disappointed overall in their food, we ordered the Parker house rolls and Caesar for appetizers and both were JUST OK. We ordered the burger, Hot Honey Pizza, and Pork chop all of which I'd probably never order again. Burger - decent, can get a better one within 10mins of their restaurant Pork chop - actually pretty good but definitely not worth the $30+ price tag. Pizza - very mid wood-fired pizza and was pretty bland. Their sides saved the night... loaded potatoes - absolutely delicious, must try. Greens- pretty great Broccoli - great flavor and cooked well. Value: We spent around $150 excluding tip on these items plus a martini. Definitely on the more expensive side. Overall: 2.5 Everyone was nice, food was eh but they are supposed to be expanding the menu soon. for the price I can think of so many places I'd rather go. read more

The bar tender was absolutely horrible. Middle aged blondish hair. Short ponytail. Horrible. Rude. Condescending. Snide remarks. It was unbelievable. I've never had someone be so rude. Thankfully we moved to a table before we ordered food. She should be fired. She was rude to other female patrons as well. They warned us when we sat down at the bar. Very odd demeanor. Angry and disgruntled. Clearly hates her job. She was also serving the servers lots of alcohol even though they were visibly intoxicated. Weird vibe. I don't think this place will last bc of the poor service and over priced inconsistent food. Hot new restaurant because it's the only thing new up there, but bad service is bad service. read more

We went this afternoon and it's a lovely place.. The drinks & food were fabulous..The staff is friendly and hard working.. We will be going back. read more

Service was decent. Very limited menu. Food was sub-par and overpriced. Our party ordered 2 pizzas, the flatbread, and burger. Burger was average, at best. The fries were very good. One pizza came with onions that were not listed on the menu. Both pizzas were okay, as was the flatbread. The clams were over-seasoned and sauced. However, the octopus shrimp appetizer was good. read more

We loved our 1st experience here. The ambiance was lovely and the service was wonderful. The food was exceptional. We had the pepperoni and hot honey pizza, as well as the clams and sausage. The sauce was incredible! And lastly the manager came by and visited us and gave us the back story of how the restaurant came to be. It was interesting story and he was very friendly. Overall...a GREAT experience and we are excited to try their other dishes. read more

Cute little restaurant, very modern and clean. Excellent vibe. Pizza was cooked to perfection. Love that they cook their fries in beef tallow. Definitely coming back to try other foods!! read more

Phenomenal food, ambiance, and cocktails! A very high-end feel and such a great addition to the neighborhood!

The ambience/decor was really nice although the tables are way too close together. We couldn't hear each other over the conversations on either side of us. Maybe the separate tables would be better but the booths were uncomfortable (too upright) and noisy. The food was also 3/5 especially for value. The shrimp bruschetta was the best thing all night. Hot honey pepperoni pizza was ok but looked different than what they posted online that same day (looked like it was supposed to have banana peppers on it). The pork ribeye was tender and cooked well but the sauce was flavorless and you just tasted the flavor of something being "grilled". For $30, the dish needs more substance than two half oranges and some fennel. I added a side of broccoli for $9, which we got no lemon emulsion and just over charred broccoli. Broccolini would be a better. The old fashioned, although an enjoyable flavor, was trying too hard to be trendy and missed the mark especially for $16. It was also weirdly bubbly, which is not what you want when you order something called an old fashioned. Service was attentive and fast. We were greeted and farewelled by smiling staff. I think the menu needs work on value, flavors, and optionality. read more

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