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4.0 (94 reviews)
Closed • 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Moderate noise
Upscale
Outdoor seating
Dogs allowed

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Julia S.

This is it--the perfect place for a summer meal. From the amazing food and great service (thanks, Theresa!) to the stellar patio, Layline delivers an absolutely amazing experience. If I had found this place earlier this summer, I probably would have spent many happy evenings here. (I truly can't emphasize how well this restaurant captures summer vibes.) The menu was great and ticked all the boxes, taking advantage of the bounty and mood of the season. For our starters, we ordered the arancini and the johnnycake. Both were delicious. The arincini was crispy on the outside and oozed with creamy cheese. The romesco sauce complemented it perfectly. The johnnycake was fluffy and delicious and had the perfect balance of sweet and salty (don't skip the jalapeño infused maple syrup--it isn't spicy; it's just an extension of the sweet and savory balance). For our salads/veggies, we split the last three on the menu: the cauliflower, the Brussels sprouts, and the watermelon salad. My friends, don't skip any one of these. The cauliflower is a cauliflower steak that is perfectly cooked (be sure you get a lovely toasty bit!) and made for delicious savory-salty-tangy mouthful with its tomatoes and onions. Doenjang and tahini? Heck yes! The sprouts were covered in a spectacular mojo verde (imagine what pesto would be if it were Indian and you'd not be far off) that was a creative and absolutely apt pairing. As for the watermelon salad, it was all summer: chunks of watermelon, crumbles of feta, basil, hazelnut, and rings of Calabrian chili. It tasted exactly like relaxing on the porch with your most sophisticated but still totally chill bestie. For my main, I ordered the linguine pomodoro e vodka. Dude. It was so stinking good. I love a good tomato sauce, and this one did not disappoint. Crispy breadcrumbs? Yes. Mint and basil? Yes and yes. Chili oil? Heck yeah! This packed a punch and was an absolutely glorious foil for the burrata. As for dessert, I went for the crème brûlée. It was really good! It was rich and creamy (almost buttery) and absolutely chock-full of vanilla bean. Very good indeed.

Forest floor martini
Jon A.

We went again to LayLine for our anniversary. We went early to avoid anyone else. Got our favorite table and had a leisurely dinner. We also had the best server ever, Jasmine. We started with a beer, forest floor martini and Pok Pok Wings with pickled cucumbers. I thought I would bypass the cucumbers but man were they good. The peanuts on top made the dish. The wings were also delicious. Next a chicken sandwich for husband and a Bibb salad with a couple of oysters for me. All good with nice touches to them. But dessert was the shining star. Bon Bon, homemade pistachio ice cream with dark chocolate ganache over the top with a sprinkling of sea salt and homemade almond whip cream. We always feel special and appreciated when we dine here. It's my new favorite place.

Sonja M.

I've been here a few times but needed to leave a review as this place is truly 5 stars! Always a friendly staff and great upscale ambience for any season, but I think the food has gotten even better in the last year or so! We devoured the marinated cucumbers, tuna crudo, and roasted beats. I got the salmon with rice for dinner and was stuffed! Everyone was satisfied with their meal. I've equally been impressed by their breakfast which I believe is only served on weekends. Give it a shot! Will be back in the fall!

ARANCINI
Madison Z.

Wow, wow, wow! I have heard nothing but great things about this tiny fine dining restaurant across the street from the Excelsior Brewery. Inside, you escape to an intimate lush atmosphere which sets the stage for a delicious meal. The menu is limited, but don't let that deter you! My two girlfriends and I had a 7:15pm reservation on a Saturday night. When we arrived, it felt like the tail end of the dinner rush. A few more tables were seated after us, but quickly everyone else started to clear out. The bar went from having all their stools full, to all stools available by 8pm! It got a little loud inside but as folks felt, it mellowed out. I enjoyed the mix of bench seating and table seating the tables provided. I love a good cushioned half booth side! We started with the arancini balls which I am still drooling over the next morning after! The red sauce underneath the four balls was the perfect touch to add a little zip. I would 100% recommend getting those to start with for dinner. Then each of us ordered our own pasta but made sure to try each others! I thought portion sizes were fair for the price. The nutmeg addition on the fettuccine was a nice addition to add some rich unique flavor. The carbonara was by far my favorite with the egg and fresh ingredients! The pomodoro was surprisingly spicy, but the burrata helped cut some of that - just be warned! I also enjoyed the espressso no-tini which was a mocktail. It tasted pretty dang close to the real thing and I appreciated the time they took for the presentation of the drink. Lastly, I took the banana cheesecake home to enjoy. I was sad to see how small the portion of it was for the price, but that being said I could only eat half in one sitting! All in all, I had such a lovely evening here with my girlfriends. This is the perfect date spot too! I look forward to bringing my husband back with me for round 2! MUST GETS: Arancini & Carbonara

Crispy Chicken Sandwich and Duck Fat Fries
Brian H.

Went here on a date night because of a Resy credit and was very impressed. Great outdoor patio seating on a nice summer day. The chicken sandwich and fries were perfect. The noodles were good, albeit spicy with the chili oil. Both the cocktails were 10/10. Would come back again.

Ellie B.

Visited here for a friend's bday dinner and had a mixed experience. Food was delicious but service was rough. It was our first time here so we didn't know that the restaurant is tinier and there is no dedicated free parking (they have a lot but it was $7), so street parking or a different lot is your best bet for a free spot. Once we got to our table, we were informed that we would not have a dedicated server, but instead whoever was available would check on us. In theory this works, but unfortunately we ended up going long periods without being able to place orders when we wanted drinks or dessert just because we couldn't find someone. Management was very receptive to feedback about this though, so hopefully this is fixed for the future! The Eily cocktail was outstanding, if I wasn't driving home I 100% would have ordered a second one. Absolutely incredible cocktail! As for the highlight of the night, the food was absolutely great! The johnnycake is a must-order, it's sweet&salty and fluffy. The grilled half chicken was a surprising standout as well. For pastas, we loved the carbonara, and the gemelli was good too. The butternut squash app I personally loved, it was warm, cozy and cheesy.

Carbonara
Kevin L.

This was our third visit to Layline and as with the previous visits the food was excellent. We ordered the duck fat fries, a Cesar salad, carbonara, cedar plank grilled salmon for the main meal and the Chocolate Espresso Cake and espressos to finish. The two outstanding dishes were the carbonara (so rich and flavorful) and the duck fat fries (every single one was a crispy salty delight). Service was slower than we've experienced in the past, but we think that was just a one-off, and the noise levels by the windows was very high with patrons voices bouncing back from the glass. We'll definitely visit again.

Bywater Burger with Duck fat fries are
Bobbi H.

Finally made it to Layline! I had wanted to go and try the burger with duck fat fries I had heard so much about. We started with the cocktail of the moment which was a tequila Negroni. Very good! The simple clear presentation with an orange nose meeting you as you raised your glass was wonderful! We ordered the burger as mentioned along with the pok wings which come with the marinated cucumbers. Wings are more like a dry rub than a sauce which I prefer. Flavor is complex. Fully enjoyed these wings. Cucumbers are refreshing. Could use more. Now for the burger... ! Everything I had waited for! Crispy edges with a perfectly done middle. Cheese melts in and bun is soft like a part of the burger not getting in the way. A hint of heat with the peppers. Beautiful! Duck fat fries are good. They are the thin crispy kind. Did they wow me? No, but good. For those who like a thin crispy not quite shoestring, these are great. Personally, I prefer a slightly thicker fry. Again, not a knock, just a preference. I do love how you can come here for cocktails, a casual dinner or more of a formal dinner all in one place. Food is great! Looking forward to my next visit!

Emilee J.

does the "walk" count if it's into the restaurant and around the lake to get ice cream after? oh well, @laylinerestaurant brunch was worth it. one of my go-to spots for good eats and vibes. s featured: egg sandwich // bacon, avocado (maybe a little too much for my preference), giardiniera, garlic aioli and American cheese - wishing there was some to heat this up but the bun was perfection. espresso martini hashbrowns // roasted garlic butter, chèvre, chives & parsley - must order whether it's for yourself or to share. french toast // orange, cinnamon, cognac whipped cream & maple syrup - a blend of delicious flavors. the $7 side of sausage I ordered for my pups who refused to eat

Grilled half Chicken, Gemelli Verde, Carbonara
Sydney N.

I went here for a birthday dinner with a couple friends and had an ok experience. I had never been here before and didn't realize how small it was! Definitely get a reservation here, it fills up quickly and there's not much waiting space. It's very tropical and airy - seems like a good place for a summer Sunday brunch. I will note that with DDP pulling out, the menu has changed since the past - it's more in line with other Innerbloom restaurants. Not a bad thing, just something we noticed. Our only poor experience here was with service, it was abysmal. We were stuck here for about 2 hours, with other people coming and going around us. We were even warned at the beginning of our visit that we didn't have a set server, just whomever was available behind the bar. It took 15 minutes just to get our first drink order in - we wanted a second round of drinks and dessert and couldn't even get an order in because of poor service. The management team was very receptive of the feedback my friend gave them regarding this! Overall, the food and drink were so delicious, rich and filling - I highly recommend. JOHNNYCAKE - Must order, like a big, fluffy and buttery corn cake! BUTTERNUT SQUASH A LA PLANCHA - If you like a butternut squash, this is for you. Cheesy, buttery and warm. CARBONARA - Star of the show in my opinion! So rich and flavorful, I kept going back for more. GEMELLI VERDE - Very earthy and light, great spring pasta. GRILLED HALF CHICKEN - Incredibly tender, juicy & flavorful. PALOMA GARIBALDI - My favorite paloma I've had in the cities! The foam on top really makes it special.

Beer and Eily
Becca E.

Came here for my birthday dinner. The atmosphere and vibes are so fun and inviting. They have a cool bar area as well as a 4 seasons patio and a big patio outside. The service was exceptional, great recommendations and always checking in. This is a fun date night area or a fun spot to grab dinner with the girls or couples night out! The watermelon salad is a must! So refreshing. The oysters were probably our least favorite. Didn't have much flavor and were small and expensive compared to most places. Drinks were flowing!! Very unique and tasty! Pasta was great as well as the steak and the fries! Highly recommend the steak with the fries. Was a little surprised they don't do anything for birthdays but overall the service and ambiance was a 10/10!

Sea scallops and asparagus purée
Cathy P.

What fun to boat to a restaurant on a cute street and enjoy a fabulous meal. Seriously amazing atmosphere with good food. Service was great. I had the scallops and hubby had pasta carbonara. We had something called a Johnny cake before but I'd eat it for dessert instead! And of course the decor was stunning. I want wallpaper and chairs like that. And the bar looked inviting.

Calamari
Chris S.

Came here with a reservation on Monday evening. We had a really great server who was so kind and friendly. I got the cosmojito - a very light and refreshing summery cocktail that is the perfect blend of my favorite drinks. The calamari was nice and fresh and lightly crispy. The linguine was nice and creamy with a kick from the chili oil. I thought the added chicken would have been a part of pasta but was on the side but was super juicy and tender! A very cute place with a cute outdoor seating area which is perfect for this weather. Check it out!

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The food and cocktails are always thoroughly enjoyed by my group. Nice atmosphere, too.

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10/10 for date night. Would go back a million times. Steak frites was amazing. Sea Bass was even better than the steak.

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