La Merenda was on my list of places to check out and I finally had the chance! I made reservations…read moreat 7pm and was quickly seated, or server Inga was very patient and made a few suggestions for us as well. We started with the pink Guava Paloma and the Schilling Local Legends for our drinks. The Pink Guava Paloma tasting amazing and was strong. You were really able to taste the tequila but it wasn't un-drinkable. The Guava was a great blend with the drink and my friend wished he had gotten the same drink because of how good it tasted. The menu was divided up into three different sections; Field, Sea, and Pasture. They also had specials, as well. We tried to get a few items from each section to try different dishes. In the Field section, we tried the Truffle Potato Skins (WI). The potatoes skins were PILED onto the plate. They were more soft than crunchy but tasted amazing. I wasn't really able to taste the truffle but it was still good. In the Sea section, we tried the Sambal Goreng Udang (Indonesia). An Indonesian dish with white shrimp, sambal chili paste, mash potatoes, and coconut milk. Honestly, this was my favorite dish. It was creamy and the mashed potatoes paired so well with the sauce and the shrimp. It had a hint of spice, which elevated the experience for me personally, as I love spicy food. In the Pasture section, we tried the Beef Empanadas (Columbia) and Vietnamese Pork Belly Crepes (Vietnam). The Beef Empanadas came with four pieces and some green sauce. The outside was crunchy and not over fried, the inside was perfectly filled and moist. Would highly recommend it as it was amazing. The Vietnamese Pork Belly Crepes were a little disappointing. I was expecting them to come out like the traditional Vietnamese crepes, crispy outside with the pork belly and other fillings on the inside. Instead it was like an actual crepe mix. It was soft and honestly okay. It wasn't our favorite. As for the specials they were offering, we tried the Pork Tenderloin. The Pork Tenderloin was pretty good, not super dry. It was served on top of potatoes and tasted amazing. La Merenda has a very cozy atmosphere. Low lights and overall just a chill and quaint spot. I will definitely come back for more of the Sambal Goreng Udang and to try out some of their other plates!

La Merenda is a great tapas restaurant. We had an awesome experience and our waiter was great. They…read morehad the coolest fish earrings on. Let me tell you everything we got. We got the truffle Potato Skins it was more like chips but softer than chips with a truffle oil and parm. This didn't have a super truffle flavor in my opinion but still good. The ceviche which was my favorite had ahi tuna, coconut milk, red bell peppers, and diced pineapple I love the sweet aspect of this. We also got the empanadas and mushroom tostadas both were great. The Gnocchi d'Autunno we got was like a nice hug it was such a warm dish in the way you want a warm comfort meal on a cold day. The butter chicken and Argentina style beef we also tried I liked the butter chicken more just because I wish the beef had more chimichurri. I definitely will take friends in the future. There is a dish for everyone here.

The ambiance of 1033 is incredible, the small dining space and intimate setting is what makes this…read moreso special. The chefs do an amazing job at explaining each dish and engaging the guests. You can tell the food is extremely high quality. I loved lots of the dishes but was bummed by how many (probably over half) included wasabi. Just personally not a big wasabi fan and it's such an overwhelming flavor that it ruined about half the dishes for me, Overall, definitely a fun spot to try! I don't see myself coming back and spending $150 again but was worth doing at least once!

Like many others, we were so excited to finally get to try 1033 omakase and the experience was…read moredefinitely worth the wait! Our reservation was at 5 pm and we got there a bit early, which I recommend! You can grab a cocktail while you wait for the chefs to be ready for you to be seated. Each course was absolutely delicious and unique, and the servers were beyond kind, attentive, and helpful. Our server recommended the Japanese cold noodle cocktail and it was so tasty and refreshing. I definitely recommend it!! I really appreciated how every detail of the experience was clearly well thought out and planned for. The space is very unique and I especially loved the 90s-2000s music.

I always love going to Movida because of the ambiance and how unique some of the items are. Their…read morepaella is delicious and true to how much it feeds as well. I would definitely recommend trying some of the apps as the cheeses they have are good. Service is fast and drinks are good as well. They have this cool drink that you get to drink from this unique container (forgot the name). One sad thing is that they don't have Jamon Croquettes anymore which was one of my favorite. Please bring them back! Definitely recommend this place. Outdoor decor is really pretty as well.

We had heard so many great things about Movida and finally decided to check it out -- it absolutely…read morelived up to the hype. The restaurant is spacious, with a lively bar area and two dining rooms. We were seated in the back room, which I loved. The open kitchen on display and the warm, mood lighting created such a romantic, upscale atmosphere. The food was phenomenal. Our favorite was the paella, along with the variety of tapas we ordered. The paella was reasonably priced and generously portioned -- we even had delicious leftovers to enjoy the next day! The service was just as impressive. Our servers were attentive and incredibly helpful in guiding us through the menu since it was our first visit. We can't wait to come back and bring friends with us next time!

Amazing food and service. Nice pace. Interesting and beautifully presented plates for sharing. Cool…read moreatmosphere. Can't wait to go again!

As always, late to the party. Diplomat had been on the "try" list forever and we finally made it…read morein. Interior - gorgeous. Very Deco/MCM warm woods, vintage cool. Whoever did the design work - respect. Food - our impetus for going was seeing oeufs murette offered which I never see and love with all my heart. Sadly, it wasn't available but there were so many other delicious things. Deviled eggs and pretzel bites (with cheese spread) to start - channeling Wisco classics. I had a delightful pasta and mister had barramundi. I DO NOT LIKE FISH. This barramundi broke me - it was so delicious and not fishy. If you can make me like fish you deserve all the stars! Drinks - we had a gorgeous prosecco that was surprisingly complex. Thumbs up. Service - super knowledgeable and friendly. We later realized it was the chefs wife - hats off to this dynamic duo for a delicious evening!!

The food is quite good. But they advertised Mushroom Tartine on their socials and by the time we…read moregot there, around 5:30 on a Saturday they were already out. So on a busy weekend night, they ran out of their featured dish in less than an hour after opening. It's a small, cute space and it's clear that they need a lot of table turnover, but we felt super rushed which is not idea.

This place is sooo cute. Also so busy on a Wednesday night. We got warm bread and butter. I almost…read moreforgot the butter was dairy free. How amazing is that! The nachos were so delicious and filling. We absolutely destroyed them. Anyways let's talk about something mind blowing.... the chocolate cake. So sweet and decadent. The texture is like perfectly moist and fluffy. I can't believe it has mushrooms in it. Will definitely be back and hopefully get drinks next time!

Solid Choice! I…read morestumbled upon this place as my in laws were in town and wanted to try somewhere in third ward. They were pretty busy. I enjoyed their KFC wings as a starter. We also enjoyed some beef bulgogi which was pretty good. The overall service was solid as they handled the busy crowd. It can get a little hectic and loud if they are busy. Overall a solid place that I think is worth checking out.

We went to Char'd for a birthday dinner with a group of 8. We had a reservation however, I think…read morethey do accept walk-ins as the restaurant was quite spacious and not too busy on a Saturday night. We had to wait for more than an hour for our orders to arrive but understood that due to the huge group, service may have been slow. I ordered their vegetarian bibimbap and the taste profile was decent but nothing too special, especially for the price. This is a decent Korean restaurant to visit if you're in the area.

We took a cassoulet cooking class with the head chef and owner of Braise, and it was a really fun…read moreand memorable evening. From the first tasty starter bite paired with wine, we knew we were in for something special. The chef walked us through the history of cassoulet, including the "holy trinity," and provided all of the recipes to take home. The steps and processes were clearly explained, well organized, and easy to follow, even with so many layers involved. The dish itself was incredibly complex and flavorful, and it was fascinating to see how it all came together. I had no idea there was a school tucked into the belly of Braise, which made the experience feel even more unique. We also made a salad to accompany the cassoulet, and we left with a generous to-go container to enjoy later. I would absolutely recommend taking a class at Braise. This was a lovely and thoughtful Christmas gift from our daughter, and it was especially fun because cassoulet was a dish neither of us had ever tried before. Plus, it's pretty fun to say "cassoulet" in a French accent!

Rambled through in a New Year's Eve. Was treated well and plied with tasty dishes. The carrots,…read morecoffee, cheese and miso cod was superlative. Not for nothing, the communal table wasn't crowded and gave the impression of solitude between groups. Delish, and I loved it.

Alright let me set the scene: you walk in to Snifters. It's super modern, dark, reclaimed wood on…read morethe wall, mirrors abound. It certainly looks new. You head out to the patio (it's cute). There's couches and you lounge for a bit. Then you get the menu and have to reread it. It's...unusual. Latin meets soul food. Latin. Meets. Soul food. Oh and also, all the drinks come in snifter glasses. ???? Okay, so I'm not usually a fan of super specific, hipstery themes like this. But I decided to give Snifters a chance. And I'll admit, I liked what they had to offer. The signature dish seems to be the empanadas. These empanadas, however, are filled with unusual ingredients. We ended up getting The Manchester (basically mac and cheese stuffed in an empanada. Decent, but confusing to the senses), The Appalachia (pulled pork sandwich empanada. Solidly good), and The Cream City Standard (beans and potatoes. Easily my favorite, most similar to a traditional empanada). Overall, the empanadas were tasty, despite their oddness! We then moved on to an entree option. I went with Los Camarones, which were giant breaded shrimp served on top of cornbread. The shrimp was excellent. Very flavorful and delicious. The dish as a whole, I thought, lacked a sauce on top. It was a bit dry overall. My friend got the chicken and waffles, which was delightfully served with the maple syrup in a snifter glass. She was a big fan, so it must have been delicious. Overall, I'm surprised how much I enjoyed Snifters. I had hesitations, but the food was unique and flavorful. My big issue: the service was painfully slow. As in, I had to get up and find our server myself, which automatically knocks one star off in my books. There was only one other couple in the whole restaurant.

Loved their brunch menu! We had the old style French Toast infused with jack Daniels whiskey & May…read moremolasses topped with a Dulce de leche crema The carnitas Benedict was super tasty. The salsa is on point with a savory kick that doesn't overpower.