A quiet place to enjoy a great meal. I came here on a Thursday evening around 6:30pm with no reservation. It was quiet with a few parties there and I was seated immediately by the pleasant host. Antonette served me and she was stellar. She was very polite, professional and knowledgeable about the menu. She took her time and offered insightful menu recommendations. The first thing I had was a complimentary, assorted bead basket with olive dip. I don't even like olives but I really enjoyed having the dip on sliced baguette pieces. I couldn't get enough. I also had the Chilean sea bass with risotto, artichokes and tomatoes for dinner. I was very pleased. The flavor, texture and presentation were perfect. It was the right amount of food and taste. I ate it all - feeling satisfied but not stuffed. I enjoyed the Hester Street Olde Fashioned with my meal. It was exactly what I wanted and how it should be. It was strong but not overpowering with a subtle sweetness. Perfect! I also got a crab cake to-go. This is one of the good crab cakes that's all meat instead of mostly bread crumbs and fillers. It has substance and flavor. Overall, I'd come here again and would recommend it. It's even good for a solo dinner. They take good care of you. Don't let the slightly dated wildlife decor deter you, this is a fine dining experience indeed. read more

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First and foremost, the restaurant is wonderfully decorated in accordance with its theme. A large aquarium greets you as you enter, and imagery and sculptures of the flora and fauna of Florida's Everglades surround you no matter where you're seated, yet it still maintains an upscale vibe. We recently enjoyed Visit Orlando's Magical Dining celebration, and Everglades became our second go at sampling the $60 per person prix fixe menu. The food was very good, I was left feeling there was minor room for improvement, but everything was fresh and quite tasty. Service was very friendly and attentive, and we enjoyed our experience very much. This is a place we'd try again and I'd recommend a visit. read more

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Went to this restaurant based on someone's experience a few years back. The food was terrible! The appetizers were scallops and they looked good but were rubbery and over cooked. Forget the lobster bisque... too much sherry and it had consistency of a gravy... it was the worst I had ever tasted. Next came our main course and it didn't get better. The salmon entree was over cooked and dry and what ever sauce they paired it with didn't go! The strip steak was a frozen steak that was defrosted and was very dry. The waiter didn't speak English very well and frankly there was no ambiance. The room felt like you were in a Disney restaurant for kids that hadn't been updated since 1980! Way overpriced given the above review... so many better restaurants to go to that you can find on the 2026 Michelin guide for Orlando. read more

Located inside the Rosen Hotel we did have magical dining. I went on a date night with my husband after attending the event. We really enjoyed the Seabass and the desserts. A sweet date night place with amazing service our waiter was super friendly and gave us the best advice on what to try and they were so right Really enjoyed my version blackberry Mojito read more

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Had dinner here again tonight. All was great but the service was ok. The server left the check just as we started our dessert-tacky.

While staying at a conference, I happened to walk past this steakhouse early in my trip and was immediately drawn in by the amazing person standing out front. They took the time to tell us all about the various restaurants on-site. We decided to save it for a special occasion, making it our last big meal before heading home. What a fantastic choice! ​From appetizers to the main course and dessert, everything we ordered was cooked to perfection. It felt like the ideal way to end our trip with a truly memorable meal. ​The atmosphere was a highlight--it struck a perfect balance between nice and fun, notably featuring a giant, impressive mural on the wall. Our server was equally stellar: incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and quick. I never felt like we had to wait too long for anything. ​ ​This seems to be one of those places that's either absolutely slammed and busy or wonderfully quiet. Luckily for us, we arrived during a slower period, meaning we were truly catered to. We got to fully experience the excellent ambiance without the typical rush of a crowded house. ​I would absolutely eat here again. If it isn't the best restaurant in the hotel, it's definitely neck and neck with Henry's (which I also enjoyed). However, this spot provides a more upscale, dedicated steakhouse vibe that I absolutely loved for ending my conference stay on a high note! read more

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We attended the restaurant for a business dinner and I was very underwhelmed. The steak was probably the best thing on the menu unfortunately I did enjoy the seafood or appetizers. The chocolate cake is pretty good, but nothing to write home without. The ambience of being restaurant is in the Rose center is Mooreon the tourist attraction side is decorated. We are in the service was really great on the server was attempted. There was also no music did not hang up for the experience. Do you wanna practice that they did try the magical down so it may be a bit different if you try the al a cart items. read more

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The art work and decor of restaurant are very interesting and inviting. The service from our waitress was cool. The food was fine. I had the sea bass. I tasted my friend's seafood curry, that was the MOST memorable. It was well seasoned, spicy and fresh! I also remember the bread basket having different types of flat breads and warm breads. And there was plenty! read more

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If you like to see what creatures live in the Everglades without having to put your life in danger, the decor is a must-see. Expensive for what you get. But hey, it's a hotel restaurant in Orlando. Can't expect reasonable prices. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Everglades Atmosphere - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Everglades they offer sparkling still or tap - we got the still and it comes in a little busker of ice. I mentioned my allergies and she told me she'd bring out the chef. I got the Angrove Family Crest Shiraz from McLaren Vale-AU for $15. The chef came out and I told him my allergies I got the NY strip for $50 minus the house butter- We just got our food; the NY strip is orgasmic. The sauce it comes with is a mushroom sauce however it's a bit too thick for my liking- my partner said it's GOOD. So I'll have to take his word for it. I completely finished my plate the steak is gone. Overall thoughts- very professional service from the staff, amazing food. This is t a quick meal the food is going to take a bit to get here; however absolutely phenomenal. I'll definitely be coming back to try the cocktails. The ambiance of the restaurant is Florida vibes meets classic flair of food and flavor. They've got a giant manatee, cougar, and alligator along the wall. A gorgeous hand painted mural of the Florida Everglades; as well as a tree frog. 10/10 Definitely recommend. read more

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Food was excellent from the olives for the bread service to the filet to dessert. And the service was very good couldn't ask for more. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Triple chocolate cake - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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What a wonderful evening! We had a 7:15 reservation but arrived early. They happily sat us right away. Our waitress was knowledgeable and friendly. We decided on a whim to split an appetizer and entree. The waitress had no problem with that and the kitchen split the entree for us. We had the scallop appetizer, the Salmon with lobster risotto and a side of mushrooms. Everything was cooked perfectly. This was our second time here , the last being last year when we came to Orlando. I know this restaurant is in a hotel; come even if you are not staying at the hotel. It is worth it! We were so excited about the salmon I forgot to take a photo. It was beautiful and delicious. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Oak Smoked Scallops - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I ordered the ribeye steak cooked, medium rare. It was a perfect temperature. Had a good crust and flavor. The service was excellent. Everything was served hot. For a hotel restaurant it was quite a nice meal. read more

Everglades is appropriately themed with it's vibrant and scenic use of decor. They have very professional staff and amazing food. The atmosphere is very hushed and casual, so you can dress up or dress down. They have tables and booths available, as well as a small bar. Fish tank, murals, and animal statues decorate the room. So for a drink I had the strawberry basil lemonade which also has Bacardi dragon fruit rum, and I must say it was refreshingly pleasant. Fairly light unlike most denser cocktails, semisweet, lightly tart, I tasted like I should be drinking it by a pool or a beach. They also have sparkling, tap and still water available, if that is more your thing. Before the entree is served you are given a made in house fresh basket of bread with white bread, pumpernickel and a giant sesame rice cracker, paired with, it was like a little bowl of chopped garlic, olives, tomatoes, oil, I honestly am not entirely sure what all is in it, but what I do know is you will want it on your bread. Now, the entree. I can truly say I have never had a better pork chop in my entire life! (Don't tell me my mother I said that) The Duroc Pork Chop is a thick cut, bone on, grilled chop, with whiskey glazed apple chunks, and a sauce/broth that brings out a savory meat flavor while the apples add a nice sweetness. Complimented by a few vegetables and delicious creamy and chunky mashed potatoes. I highly recommend this dish. I have never had a chop as moist and tender as this one. As far as parking, it is hotel parking in a garage, as the restaurant is inside the hotel, so down side here is we paid 30$ to park for two hours, but I would say that is the only catch, and truly is more of a reflection on the hotel, not the restaurant. But I felt the need to add that in as parking is a factor of a dining experience. read more

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We were at Rosen Centre for a meeting and didn't want to brave I-Drive traffic and stayed there. I got the steak (pictured), and it was ok. Lot of butter, lots of salt, and relatively thin. It was indeed Choice not Prime. Kinda like a steak you'd get at the grocery store (but not H-E-B [IYKYK]). The alligator bay chowder was nice; I have to say I was pleasantly surprised, as I've only had alligator fried. Nice flavor in a tomato chowder base. The wine list for a hotel restaurant is pretty decent, though the two wines I really wanted were sold out. My dining partner had the chicken, which she quite liked. I had the "key lime pie" for dessert, and while the taste was great, texturally it was more like a cheesecake and very heavy. Everglades Restaurant is good. Not great, but pretty good. It's really 3-1/2 stars, but, we'll, three is an odd number, so I rounded down. If you're at Rosen Centre Hotel, it's indeed worth dining there. If you're not, I wouldn't go out of my way. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Alligator Bay Chowder - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The best scallops I have ever had. And a beautiful fillet with crab and truffle mashed potatoes. Service was wonderful even though they weren't busy. I felt like I was a VIP. Thank you for a wonderful evening. read more

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The Everglades Restaurant located inside the Rosen Centre Hotel in Orlando, FL did NOT disappoint! We started off being provided a variety of breads and an olive oil dip. I also got an Irish coffee as a pre-dinner treat. It was a bit bitter, even for an Irish coffee, but if that's your preference, you'll like it! Between two people, we ordered the Chilean Seabass and Salmon dishes with risotto. They were both so flavorful and the serving sizes were generous. I'd recommend both dishes. Heads up - the prices are more so in the $$ and $$$ range. But in my opinion, it's definitely worth every cent. And for being a more expensive restaurant, the atmosphere and dress was pretty casual. So dress however makes you feel comfortable. The service we received was amazing as well. I give them five stars! read more

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Eating at Everglades was a very good experience. Although it is in a huge hotel, the parking was very easy and the restaurant validates it. The restaurant is beautiful and unique. There are painted sculptures of all the different animals you may encounter in the Everglades. read more

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We decided to try Everglades Restaurant for Magical Dining. We made a reservation in advance and were quickly seated. Service was great from start to finish. We had a team of several people checking on us including Victor and Antoinette (I unfortunately don't remember the name of the other gentleman), and all were friendly and happy to answer questions. The atmosphere is pretty cool; they have murals and statues trying to embody the "Everglades" vibe. I chose to try the alligator chowder, the citrus crusted salmon with lobster risotto, and the double chocolate fudge overload. I also ordered a blackberry mojito. My boyfriend chose the chowder also, and ordered the angus grilled filet (topped with crabmeat and bernaise for an extra $6 - worth it!), and the strawberry key lime tart. The mojito was decent, but not something I'd opt for again personally. The bread basket had a nice variety and I enjoyed the olive tapenade served with it as a switch from typical butter (which we did request since my boyfriend isn't an olive fan). The alligator chowder was yummy and had a good depth of flavor. The salmon was nicely cooked and I enjoyed the crust on it. The citrus flavor was subtle so I felt it needed just a little more pop of flavor, but swirling it in the sauce made it very good. The lobster risotto was awesome and the asparagus was nicely prepared. The angus filet was probably the star of the entrees especially with the crab meat and sauce. It was tender and cooked to the requested temp perfectly. The desserts here also shined. My boyfriend enjoyed his tart; I ordered my dessert in a to go box because I was full, but snagged a bite and it was delish and great for any chocolate lover. They also bring a few dessert truffles at the end of the meal which is a nice touch. Overall, this was a nice dining experience and definitely worth checking out! read more

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Pretty nice restaurant for a middle of the road hotel. They had the best olive tapenade I ever had!!! We must have asked for 2 refills! The service was terrific. read more

For starters the food is excellent! The service was good as well! The Bread Basket was really good and came with an assortment of different options, it also had an olive tapenade for dipping. For an appetizer I went with the Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad (beautiful presentation), this was so flavorful! For my main I chose the Angus Grilled Filet (medium) which was perfectly cooked, loved it! For dessert I had the dessert shots which were excellent too, however my mom had the chocolate moose dessert which was fantastic! Overall it was a wonderful dinner and my first magical dining experience for this year! The restaurant ambiance is intimate but in my opinion doesn't match the food. The food is elevated, the decor is not! Still recommend! read more

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Decided to try our first magical dining experience for 2023 in Orlando Florida and this restaurant did not disappoint. Everglades restaurant located in the Rosen hotel on international drive in Orlando was an elegant surprise. The bread basket had a beautiful selection paired with the olive tapenade and was a great way to start our dining experience. I chose Alligator Bay Chowder and my daughter indulged in the Watermelon & Goat Cheese Salad followed by filet mignon and a delightful dessert. Definitely would recommend this restaurant especially if you are staying at the Rosen. What a beautiful evening. read more

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So the host was the greatest! He definitely reeled us in! I got the grilled swordfish, substituted sweet potato, and asparagus. The swordfish was cooked very well!! Nothing entirely special about the sweet potato they just do it plain which is fine by me! Overall everything was very tasty, cleaned my plate oh and the olive tapenade with the bread basket was good and I usually don't like olives! read more

Everglades Restaurant - Grilled Swordfish - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Ok food but slow service for a slow night with a conference in town. Chilean sea bass was decent, but service was sloooow. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Chilean sea bass - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

My wife and I went out to dinner last night at Everglades at the Rosen Centre for a date night. They called it fine dining. Our meal was mediocre, however after the meal was when the fun started. The waitress brought the check. At the bottom of the check was one of those QR codes that you can scan and pay the bill. I scanned, paid using my Apple Card. At that time, I thought the transaction was over. I walked my wife out of the restaurant, and she went to the front of the hotel by the valet area, and I went to the parking garage to get our car. It was a far walk from the restaurant, cross their convention area to the parking garage. I walked up one flight of stairs, then I heard someone say Hey!!! You left the restaurant without paying your bill. I replied back with I paid. The security guard and now the restaurant manager are now confronting me in the garage saying I did not pay..... As it goes I open my phone to show these Mother &"3ehrudner's my receipt. Now as luck goes my phone will not load my email... I switch to my apple wallet and you can see a pending purchase for $167.31 at Everglades Restaurant. That was not good enough for them. Switch back to email and you can only see the subject line that says..... Rosen Centre Hotel Email receipt. I told them I don't appreciate this. What else do you want me to show you? They finally believed me I guess. Now my wife called me 10 seconds later as she was chased down and confronted by our waitress saying I did not pay the bill. All of this unnecessary embarrassment could have been avoided by not accusing me of a dine and dash....... How about something like..... There may have been a problem with our system... can you please show me your receipt?? I would expect this type of treatment from a place like The International House of Pancakes, Chili's, or Logan's roadhouse. Not an establishment that claims to be fine dining. You would think that they would want to check their system before they start sending security guards to confront me. read more

We ate here Friday night. Wife ordered the lobster bisque which had no lobster and it was filled with alcohol. Terrible. I ordered the Caesar salad which was pretty good. Friends ordered filet which looked fantastic. Service and atmosphere was great. Restaurant inside Rosen Centre hotel read more

We attended the Tequila Dinner at Everglades Restaurant October 12th. What a wonderful time! The food was great, the drinks even better. Most of all, we enjoyed the wonderful staff. All of the managers and chefs and servers (please forgive me, I forget names) were so friendly and accommodating. I do remember Adrienne (who should be given a raise!)! She is always so welcoming and gracious every time we attend a special event at the Rosen Centre. We couldn't have been treated better. I felt that all the staff was truly interested in us having the best experience possible. The food was quite varied: pork, steak, duck, scallops. All delicious. The chef was creative with sauces to enhance flavors of each dish. The steak tacos and scallops were my favorites. The drinks were creative, a different drink for each dish as well as a welcome cocktail of ranch water. My favorite was the margarita. Just the right amount of sweet and sour. Please continue to do these special events. We love coming to The Rosen Centre and visiting all of the culinary experiences you have to offer. read more

Tried this place put for magical dining and it was pretty good. The menu options are diverse and the ambiance is nice. It's located inside the Rosen Centre hotel on I-drive, and once you enter in you can see how Floridian it truly is. There is a wall mural along one side with artwork scattered along the adjacent walls. The food was delicious. We had the George Barley salad with fried shrimp and pineapple and also the alligator chowder. For our entrees we had the Angus filet and the Grouper. And for dessert there was a variety of chocolate cake, key lime pie, and dessert shots. Overall the food was flavorful and very filling. The appetizers we had were salty and tart, which was followed by our very filling entrees due to large portions, and the desserts were rich and sweet. read more

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First visit to try out the magical dinning, not very crowded & got a nice seat & social distancing seems to work, due to it not being crowded. Our wait staff, Victor was friendly & his service was on point, just a little suggestion, when a bottle of wine is ordered, wrap the bottle with a napkin, so the cold beads don't leak on the table when we have to serve it. Bread service with the olive & oil spread was very tasty. Gator soup was delish, perfect temperature to the table. Food came out in the right spacing & give u time to have a nice conversation in bwt, as not a loud restaurant. OMG, chef thanks for a steak cooked to perfection, I visit a Disney Springs restaurant a few weeks ago for MD, & that steak was sadly prepared & I did not eat after 2 bites. Dessert was oh sooo yummy. The wine chosen was a good accompaniment to the whole meal. Decor is pretty cool to. I'm a local & it always like I'm on vacay in O- Town, even for a few hours & happy to support our business in these unusual times. read more

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I had a fabulous time at the Everglades Restaurant and Harry's Poolside Bar & Grill located at the Rosen Centre. Big thanks to Taylor for the invitation and fitvine for some amazing drinks. The food was so good and I'd definitely go back. read more

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The servers are great The atmosphere was good not too much noise from the hotel lobby The Shrimp Cocktail count was only 4 ( too little ) should have been at least 6 The Ceasar Salad was good ( ( added anchovies they were not fishy or too salty ) The Rib eye definitely not prime it was tough and slightly overcooked ( ordered medium came out medium well ) I would try something else as my main maybe if I'm here again read more

The atmosphere and wait staff are excellent. The food is overpriced but if you go during magical dining I would say you get your money's worth. I thought the appetizers were excellent and unique. The main courses were both very good - one steak and one sea-bass. Between the two the steak was better but both were well cooked and flavored. We had four mini dessert shots and they were all bland/disappointing. We also had sangria from the bar that was excellent. If you are looking for a fun place to go for magical dining I would say this is a good place to consider. read more

Everglades Restaurant - Watermelon pistachio encrusted goat cheese - Seafood Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Our entire experience was terrific! The service was great. Food was phenomenal. Dessert was taken to go, so no comment on that but looks amazing. We're in town for cheer competition, & had 2 kids with us. The hostess could tell we were a little stressed and really helped lighten the mood. We later found out the hostess was actually the manager. Ramon D completely made our night. Recommened the gator chowder and it was delicious! Filet was cooked to perfection, juicy and so flavorful! we were supposed to go to the buffet but they were closed, and ended up next door at the Everglades restaurant and so glad we did! read more

Meh. Went with a party of 6. The place was empty except for us. I ordered the NY strip medium rare. It was dry and overcooked, more like medium well. Another in our party ordered tenderloin medium and it came out rare. We had to trade. Our waitress only checked on us once about 1 or 2 minutes after we were served, I didn't even have chance to cut my dried out steak yet. My wine glass was empty and she was nowhere to be seen. We were the only party in there. Not impressed. We will not be back. read more

Loved everything about it. The food was so different and so good. Our server, Bioula treated us like royalty and is 5 stars herself!The atmosphere was first class. Spoke to the chef who has been there 12 years. We felt it was a bargin for all that we had! Highly recommend it. read more

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We were one of two tables seated in the restaurant, staff were very nice but surprisingly slow. Our food was good, my steak was temped perfectly but some of the shellfish in my wife's entree was a bit over cooked and chewy. I'd recommend staying away from the lobster bisque, there so is pretty bland and it's served in the weirdest way I've ever seen. read more

Appallingly bad food. Seabass and asparagus were cold, flavorless, and expensive. Even the bread and alligator butter were stale and void of flavor. Server must have a second job as a magician because he could disappear on a dime. You would be much better off ordering Door Dash from Subway to your room. read more

Magical Dining @ Everglades Rosen Plaza. Had a wonderful experience. Gerry was a lovely and attentive server. We loved the shrimp salad, gator soup, vegetarian entree, wine pairings and all of the desserts. The other entrees were good, but nothing memorable or outstanding. The bartender was great too. The valet was wonderful too. Worth a visit if you are in the area. read more

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We chose Everglades as the place to celebrate our anniversary. We've been here a few times before and haven't been let down. Of course it helped that I had a $25 certificate from Restaurant.com! Everglades is located in the Rosen Centre Hotel right in the heart of tourist central- International Drive. I love the huge mural featuring Florida wildlife (OK, it's a little corny but I'm a sucker for animals) and big saltwater fish tank at the entrance. For apps we split the Florida Rock Shrimp risotto which was divine. For main course I was torn between the Halibut or my old standby, the Buffalo with truffle mashed potatoes. I ended up getting the buffalo which is amazingly tender. The sauce, although good, was a little overpowering. For dessert I had the pecan tuile which was layered with cream and berries. It was delicious. I sampled the flourless chocolate cake which was extremely rich but also very good. I left absolutely stuffed and even had half my entree to take home! The restaurant is always pretty empty so they must survive on hotel guests and conference attendees. Service is good but could be better. At a place like this you don't expect to have an empty wine glass (we did) but the water was kept filled, and food came out promptly and correct so I'm not going to complain. Overall another great experience. read more

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We were at the Everglades for the Vine and Dine event on Friday. Several times a year, apparently, Rosen Centre Hotel puts on these food and wine pairing dinners. This is a clever way to generate business in what would otherwise be a quiet evening, in the dining room of a hotel that relies more on business travelers during the week. The event also offers free valet, and a very special room rate of $89 for those who prefer not to handle the aftermath of a 5-course dinner with wine behind the wheel - again a win-win, since the hotel will be quiet on any given Friday night other than during the peak of tourist season. But even though the press release in January stated "The cost of each Vine & Dine dinner is $65 per person, plus tax and gratuity..." This particular one, featuring Master Sommelier Joseph Spellman and wines from Landmark and Justin, was priced at $75 instead. We arrived to be checked in outside of the dining room. We were given our tab and shown the way into the reception area outside the dining room. The waiter came and brought us our poison, and settled the tab. In case you're wondering, obligatory gratuity is 20%; I won't begrudge them that, since a dinner like this with good service could easily warrant even more, but I felt that they could have been more upfront with disclosure, AND call it something other than a "Large party tip" - especially when it's for a party of two. Justin wines dominated the evening, accounting for 4 out of the 5. Their sauvignon blanc was pleasant enough, but pales compared to any given offering from Marlborough, or even some of the better American ones. Wait staff with bottles comes and tops you up should you need it;. Be careful - while this is the only time you get any "extra", pace yourself and know your limit: there are 4 more wines coming, 3 of them that are about 4 ounces each, and the dessert wine, maybe 1.5 oz. No point getting tipsy early and not being able to taste the food. I think, though, that some pretzels and/or nuts might be a good snack to offer at this one-hour reception time. With the first course starting well after 8:30, some folks (the ladies, especially) might all too quickly feel the effect of 6-8 oz. of wine; as I'm sure you know, an unprotected stomach wall absorbs the alcohol like a sponge. The chef and the guest speaker each gave a little speech, with a neat slide show on a TV screen as a backdrop. Then it's time for the the first course - a very interesting salad comprising barley, kamut, and black quinoa among other things, with some field greens on the side. It was a nice first course that had a lot going on, but I was hoping that the dressing would have made it stand out more. And either black quinoa is supposed to be smaller than sesame, or else they kind of fell apart in the mixing - I didn't really notice its presence other than as little black specks (not sure, as I've not had the black variety before, and it's a first time for me to sample kamut). The salad was paired with a Justin Chardonnay that was not overly oaky. It drank more like a Chablis - nice. Next came the smoked salmon, which is now bathed in a shitake-infused broth, with a sprig of enoki on top (original menu was not as specific, so, who knows, maybe Chef Fred really only finalized this during the week). This is paired with the Landmark 2009 Grand Detour Pinot Noir ('09?). The salmon was a good portion and it was of exquisite taste; despite my initial reservations, the bite afforded by the tea-smoked flavor made fish-with-a-red work BEAUTIFULLY. This stood heads n shoulders above other courses, and was by far both my favorite course and favorite pairing of the evening. No wine with the palate-cleansing sorbet, which I considered perhaps a touch too sweet. Then came the piece de resistance: grilled venison in a fruity setting. This is paired with the Justin Savant (not sure if it's 2008 or 2009, since the menu said 2008, but the unopened bottle in the dining room said 2009). My venison was OK, but for some reason, my wife's piece was more flavorful, with more umami taste. I'm a little averse to "sweet" things other than during the dessert course; so the fruity approach did little for me. Still, it was nicely prepared and presented. Dessert was served with the last wine course, a sweet "port-style" wine made by Justin with cabernet sauvignon grapes, called Obtuse. Like the Savant and the pinot noir, it's not an inexpensive wine. It paired particularly well with some of the chocolate components that made up the dessert combo. The slice of candied orange really stood out too. French-pressed coffee was offered with dessert. All in all, a pleasant experience. I'm sure we'll be back one way or another. The evening was made more special by meeting fellow Yelper Ricky L. Ricky writes some awesome reviews, we're "friends" in the Yelp community, but we've never met. I'm looking forward to reading HIS review! read more