This is my favorite restaurant in St. Louis!! The space is dark, elegantly intimate yet whimsical with candles and rabbit ears peeking up from lampshades - but it was their food and drink that blew me away. We ordered the NOR and Lillian's revenge cocktails, onion rings, mac & cheese, red snapper, pork tenderloin, and gooey butter cake. I love it when I get to experience flavors I've never had before and every dish gave me a revelation. The cocktails were perfectly balanced, the pork was cooked sous vide and so succulent, and the veggies were tender with drool-worthy flavor. Most of all, everything tasted so delicious and real. It was also not too expensive for this high quality of dining, delivered with warm, genuine service. Our dining experience was an incredible 10/10. I would recommend this restaurant to everyone and can't wait to return. read more

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I wish I would have came here sooner, this place is first class and is a top St Louis restaurant. Cute and cozy decor. We came with 4 of us on a Friday. Reservations seem to be needed and we got ours with some time in advance. Our group started with a round of cocktails so many choices and ordered the cashews to snack on with them. Later or ordered the onion rings and red pepper walnut dip. Everything was delicious, only disappointment was the cashews didn't arrive until the other apps and by that time we had nearly finished our first drinks. Still all were quite delicious but surprisingly cashews may have been my favorite, they came with a very unique and delicious savory flavor. For the main dishes our groups shared the couscous salad, meatballs, short rib and flat iron steak. All dishes are for sharing and there wasn't a dud in the bunch, so delicious. To finish we got the pistachio gooey butter cake and the tahini brownier, while both were good the gooey butter cake was life changing, you have to save room for this!! For drinks I got the jungle bird and pistachio pepitas mai tai. Both well balanced, read not overly sweet and I enjoyed them but food was the highlight here. read more

Went here on a Friday night. Parking is tough right now with construction around the restaurant, but it should not stop you from going. Dinner was very good. We ordered several things to share, including the cashews, roasted red pepper walnut dip, couscous salad, short rib, meatballs, and hanger steak. Everything was flavorful and well cooked. The short rib and hanger steak stood out for execution, and the dips were great for the table. Dessert was excellent. The gooey butter cake was the highlight and a strong finish. The cocktail list is a real strength. Pigs on the Wing and Lillian's Revenge were both well balanced and not overly sweet. My main critique was service. It was slower than expected with no clear reason. The cashews took longer than they should have for what is essentially a bar snack, and later we waited a while for the dessert menu and at times for water. Overall, still worth it and very good. Parking is a hassle for now, and service may have just been an off night. I also had the sardines. The other option for tinned fish is mackerel or squid. Sardines were what you would expect if you've had canned sardines before, but for what it's worth I thought they were good, and they come with bread and a ?fig dip. Probably not everyone's cup of tea, but in my case it reminds me of my childhood, so fun to get them as a treat read more

Cozy restaurant with indoor and outdoor patio seating that is dog friendly. Got a few dips, a salad, and some tinned fish to share. Absolutely loved the homemade flatbreads that came with the red pepper-walnut and eggplant baba dips, would go again just for those! Delicious. read more

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I first tried No Ordinary Rabbit at the Great Taste. Their red pepper walnut dip made me want to try the restaurant and it did not disappoint! I of course had to get the dip again and opted for a dirty martini and asked if I could do their pickle brine instead of olive brine and I loved it. Our waitress was so nice and accommodating. I can't wait to try more of their food and drinks in the future read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Red pepper walnut dip - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Excellent food and drinks . Pretty easy to make Reservations as well . Service is great . It's the old nixta venue . read more

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Came here on a Tuesday evening. Made a reservation, but when we walked in, it was not packed. The waitstaff were nice, and quickly led us to our table. The place was small, and the ambience was cozy. The menu was nice and tight, and our waiter was very informative about options on the menu. We ended up ordering the following: zaatar onion rings, burratam gnocchi, mac and cheese, braised short rib, and 2 gooey butter cakes. This was a meal that fed four people comfortably. The onion rings had the wow factor when they were first brought in given their size, but it rapidly dwindled. While they were crispy, it was definitely underseasoned. It had flavored, and tasted better with the caramelized onion labneh, but more salt would've definitely sent it over the edge. The burrata was good; definitely a dish to get if you like beets. The gnocchi and the mac & cheese were both really good. Both were exceedingly creamy, rich and full of flavor. Very satisfying sense of umami with each bite. The braised short ribs and potatoes were also good, but not as flavorful nor as tender as I know that braised ribs can be. Finally, the gooey butter cake with ice cream left a satisfying sweetness to end the night. The ice cream was delicious and the gooey butter was good, although not the best gooey butter that I've had. Overall, it is a decent place for a nice date night service was relatively fast and I was satisfied. 4/5 stars. read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Mac and cheese, gnocchi, burrata with beets, short ribs - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

UM WOW. This place is amazing. It's been on the list and I'm so glad we gave it a try. We will absolutely be back. My husband made a reservation for my birthday and I'm glad he did, it was packed for a week day!! Luckily, they had a table saved and we were seated immediately. Service was great all night. Our only complaint was there was nothing said about my birthday. We never expect anything free but it is a special occasion and he told them it was a special occasion and they didn't even say anything, which was a little disappointing. Luckily we had another reservation for dessert somewhere else after and they made up for it! My point is - this place is awesome and give it a try but not for a special night because it won't be "special". Since it was my birthday we did go all out and got whatever we wanted off the menu, we warned the waitress so she was awesome and boxed things as we ate, which was perfect. I don't think we had anything we didn't like. My husband said the onion rings were the best he's ever had. The fish dip was fantastic and I'm not a fish eater. The Mac n cheese was super unique and flavorful. The ricotta dumplings were bomb. The pork was so tender and perfect, we are sous vide our own pork chops now it was so good. The food is top notch. We eat out a lot in the area and this place competes with the best. Highly recommend for a great meal. read more

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Sexy, vibey, cozy, intimate. No ordinary rabbit is home to all the vibes and some dang good eats. This spot is the perfect addition to the grove. A clean, sharp space full of good drinks, and amazing service. All of the workers are awesome. Attentive, respectful, and on point. A dang cold martini began my night to act as dinner's predecessor. Crisp, clean, bright. As a martini should be. The whipped feta is superb. A bit tangy, amazing texture, and a bit of sweetness from the honey. Burnt rosemary adds a touch herbiness. The chicken gnocchi was amazing. It was reminiscent of a chicken pot pie in gnocchi form. Super rich with fluffy pillows of potato pasta! So much umami packed in with the mushrooms, slight acidity and spice from the peppers, and some wilted greens to top it off in a light broth/sauce! So amazing. This place will be a go to for myself and the rest of the neighborhood for years to come read more

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I really enjoyed my first visit to No Ordinary Rabbit. The decor was bright, nature-inspired, with a bit of a Tulum vibe. The cocktails were creative, and the menu had a bunch of unique dishes and a lot of the ingredients I had no idea what they were but really enjoyed. Everything tasted fresh, perfectly cooked, and still felt healthy at the same time. I really enjoyed my duck dish and I was surprised how much I liked the smashed beans with the sun-dried tomatoes, and the whipped feta app was textured and really good. Our server was friendly, attentive, and l helpful. Overall, an enjoyable first experience. read more

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Everything is perfect here - small, quiet, great food and reasonable pricing. Really interesting taste combinations and something that is truly different. I'd recommend this for anyone who enjoys something different and higher end. Friendly service too. Nothing to dislike. Check out the pics. This will make you want to book a reservation and hop on a plane to St. Louis.... read more

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We got recommended NOR by a family friend and we were not disappointed! The concept of having all shareable plates was a great way to try multiple different items on the menu. The Corn Hummus and Sable plate were our favorites. The Hummus had great flavor and the fried bread it was served with was soft, perfect for the dish. The Sable was flaky and crispy on the outside, cooked perfectly. The pistachio gooey butter cake was the highlight of our meal!! Our server was a great help with deciding what to get. We tried two of his recs (the sable and pistachio cake) and were impressed. Great knowledge of the menu. We'll be coming back!! read more

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No Ordinary Rabbit (formerly Nixta) on Tower Grove Ave truly lives up to its name. First impressions matter--and this place nails them. The space is inviting and stylish without trying too hard, and the staff strike that perfect balance of knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely happy to have you there. We were a group of four, which honestly feels like the sweet spot for this tapas-style restaurant. Now, full disclosure: I'm usually not a tapas fan. I don't love leaving hungry, and my wallet tends to feel just as empty as my stomach. But I was pleasantly surprised--this was an evening I enjoyed from start to finish. It began with an absolutely perfect gin and tonic--crisp, balanced, and exactly what I wanted. From there, the dishes just kept coming. The hummus (both classic and carrot) was smooth and flavorful, but the real star of the table was the flatbread--warm, chewy, and downright addictive. For mains, I had the mac and cheese, which was rich and comforting without being heavy. My tablemates ordered the lamb meatballs, shakshuka red snapper, and gnocchi, and every single dish was met with enthusiastic approval. Bright, bold, and full of flavor across the board. We spent about $70 per person including tip, which is on the pricier side for St. Louis--but the experience, the flavors, and the overall vibe made it feel worth it. It was a fun, flavorful night out. One small heads-up: parking is currently a bit of a nightmare, as Tower Grove Ave is deep in construction. Plan accordingly--and trust me, it's still worth the effort. Bottom line: great space, wonderful staff, inventive food, and a thoroughly enjoyable evening. No Ordinary Rabbit is anything but ordinary. read more

This place was amazing! You have to call to make a reservation and I highly recommend it especially on busy weekend evenings. During our visit, there was still a slight chill in the air but we were seated indoors which was lovely. We started with their za'atar onion rings. So good! We immediately knew why they are one of their most popular starters. We also ordered their charred eggplant baba served with (2) grilled loafers bread with smoked sea salt. It was perfect. We asked for more bread as there was still about half of the baba. You can tell they make it fresh as it took a little while and they came out hot. We did get charged for the extra bread but worth it. For my entrée, I ordered the pan seared monk fish and my husband had the spinach ricotta gnudi that had some fennel chicken sausage. He let me have a bite of the chicken sausage and it was delicious. Of course, I couldn't finish my plate so I took the rest home but saved room for dessert. I ordered a cigar baklava. Flaky pastry but due to the configuration (cigar form) it was convenient to pick up and eat without needing any silverware or making a huge mess of the flaky filo. What an excellent concept! Service was great. Our waitress had the right amount of attentiveness and made sure we were not waiting too long for our food and drinks. Their cocktails were excellent as well. I am so happy to have had a wonderful experience during our first visit. I cannot wait to return! read more

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Tried NOR based on rave reviews from a friend-DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Staff was friendly and welcoming. Busy and small-plan accordingly. Bartenders are masters at what they do! Had the Trinidad Sour-excellent! Trout Dip and Mackerel were a great start! Braised short ribs were like a home cooked roast-comfort food. Larger portions requested! Lamb meatballs were yummy. Ended with pistachio gooey butter-hats off to the chef! Very lively crowd! Constant crowd coming in. read more

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Their steak is sooo amazing and I really didn't expect that from a place that isn't a steak house, I typically like my steak on the more "little pink" side, they tend to lean more towards the hot pink center and I will say this is one of the only places I make that exception for because it tastes so amazing cooked exactly like that! I'm constantly craving it! Def plan on getting your name on the list ahead of time- usually busy but they get people in and out quickly it is just simply a smaller establishment that's all :) read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Steak - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

Outstanding, Happy Hour! One of the best things about being retired is having the ability to attend an early in the day, Happy Hour. No Ordinary Rabbit has its HH, 3PM - 5 PM. Most people are still at work, but us retirees can go and have basically the entire place to ourselves. My BFF and I went yesterday to celebrate her birthday early. It was the first time for both of us and we were totally gobsmacked. The cocktails were masterfully prepared and the appetizers aka small plates were impressive, too. The linen napkins, gold flatware and the stemware used for the cocktails added to the total experience. I am a fan of Onion Rings and theirs are made in house and I recommend that you order them. They're on the smaller size, so they'll not be super filling. I also recommend the Whipped Feta and their House Potato Chips with "special sauce". You'll be pleased with all of these. They'll be perfect accompaniments to your cocktails. While we celebrated the birthday, I enjoyed three different cocktails. Don't judge me, I'm retired and can drink in the middle of the day. I started off with, No Ordinary Rabbit. It's one of their, N.O.R. cocktails and is made with rye, one of my favorite liquors. I would have had a second one, but I am a vodka man and wanted to try their Wet Martini. Then my third cocktail to wrap up the celebration was an, Old Fashioned. All three were outstanding. I loved watching the bartender make our drinks from the table. She was masterful in her skills. The drinks were so good, I tipped her separately as I exited the restaurant. In addition to my drinks, my friend had her own. Just look at my posted pictures and know that she gave them a thumbs up, too. The ambiance is super cool and relaxing. It's rather chic and contemporary. While you are there, be sure to go and check out the non-gender restrooms. One of them has a green toilet and the other is gold. After seeing the green one, I had t peek in and see what color the other one was when I was returning to my table. The service was attentive and friendly. My BFF enjoyed herself so much, she is going back on Saturday with the husband to celebrate her birthday on her actual day. read more

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Went for Happy Hour. Had a decent selection of dips, drinks. Courteous service, helpful. Ordered a dip, but need gf so asked for veggies instead of pita. Was up charged quite a bit for that request. Do they charge extra for the pita as well? DK. Had a yummy cider to go with my golden veggies and dip. Not noisy so enjoyed my company without SHOUTING!. read more

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Beautiful spot with creative cocktails (very affordable), small plates and a few larger ones. Also an excellent wine list. Had a couple cocktails including the signature "No Ordinary Rabbit" - both were incredible. Food wise - roasted beets; stunning, evenly roasted, burrata tasty; zatar onion rings - well seasoned and crisp; pork tenderloin - perfectly cooked; hummus - smooth, well seasoned. Atmosphere was cool, and as high end or casual as you wanted - vibe was great. Service was impressive - the dishes were all explained in great detail, which was perfect for a noob to a tapas style menu. Don't be afraid, give it a try - seriously some of the best food and drink I've had in ages. read more

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We went to No ordinary Rabbit for a Friday night dinner. The place was packed and we had to call a week a head to get a reservation. This restaurant is located in the old Nixta restaurant spot. They are smaller plates that are shareable. We tried the red pepper walnut dip with bread. The bread was delicious ! We ran out of it pretty quickly. We had the spinach ricotta gnudi as well. For the main, we tried the lamb shank - the meat was very tender and falling off the bone. It was very well cooked. For dessert, we had the gooey butter cake. It was perfect combination of soft and crumbly.For drinks we had the "No ordinary Rabbit" and the "Another acid flashback". Both the drinks were well made! Overall we had a lovely experience but I would recommend calling and making recommendations if you are coming in for dinner on the weekend. read more

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Delicious food, excellent mocktails-- so many different NA options! My friends and I ordered a bunch of different dishes to try and they were all delightful. Our server was knowledgeable and had lots of good suggestions as well. My favorite dish read more

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Great bar area. Food was great, and drinks even better. Service was friendly and quick. Would come back for drinks and snacks but probably not for dinner. Parking is a bit difficult as well. read more

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Went with a friend last weekend. I waited a little too long to make the reservation but by Wednesday, they still had openings for 5pm and 9pm on a Saturday night. Downfall is reservations cannot be made online and I am terrible about calling places. We ordered a bunch of the small plates including the meatballs, papas bravas, red pepper walnut dip and onion rings. Food was all really good and filling. Meatballs were huge! For drinks, I really enjoyed the steely eyed missile man. I like it so much I had 2. Restaurant was cute, bigger than I remembered. I will def come back again! read more

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First time here with a few friends and we just splits a few things. Everything was great! We all started off with drinks. Their signature cocktails were great, as was the NA drink. I appreciate the options! We started with the whipped feta which was perfectly salty and accompanied by bread. The onion rings live up to the hype. Calamari has a nice citrus aioli. Short rib was so tender. Don't skip dessert! The coffee was awesome, and so were the desserts. Our waitress was great. Attentive. Loved the ambiance. Great little cocktail bar with great food. Very clean, too. We will be back to try some other dishes. read more

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The onion rings and calamari were exceptional as always! Good and flavorful. I usually get a meal but this time I went with the appetizers. I was satisfied and full. Great portions read more

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What a great little spot! Love the neighborhood, love the vibe! We went late at night so the kitchen was closed and we weren't able to try any food. So I will have to go back another time for that! But we stayed for a couple of drinks and they were amazing! I only had my go to, a dirty martini. But they put a little twist on theirs! It's so good! Their "brine" is a unique, hour made blend. It's a little smoky! I think she mentioned it had capers in it. So good! One of my favorites in STL. Service was spectacular. Our server was so sweet, very attentive and very knowledgeable. She had so many great suggestions and recommendations. I will definitely be back to try the food! It's also a great spot for a date night. Good ambience. Not too loud. Low lighting. A great vibe overall. read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Dirty martini - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Came in for a happy hour book club meeting and thoroughly enjoyed myself. NOT too loud. The service was perfect and the appetizers and cocktails were delicious. A bit pricey, but I felt they lived up to it. They've got it decorated nicely, giving it a classy feel. read more

Excited to check this spot out since I seem to keep driving by it. Everyone was very friendly, decor dark and sensual. Perfect vibe for snacks/drinks or happy hour. That is what we did, ordered several different flavors and tried drinks throughout the evening. The cashews ended up being my favorite, seasoned with Aleppo pepper and honey, they have a great flavor. I wish we would have gotten the onion rings at first, turns out I got full and we weren't able to finish them. I did include a photo, but they were not traditional onion rings, more like onion straws with delightful dipping sauce. Excellent experience, this will be on the repeat list! read more

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Stopped in on a Saturday and this place is pretty popular. It's a very quaint, warm, close knit type of feel. The yellow design gives an inviting atmosphere while keeping it from being too bright and over the top. Much care was taken in the design. Bar seating along with a mix of high tops and low tops are available. Can accommodate for parties of 6, but I would hesitate for a group larger than that especially on a popular day. I had 2 Old Fashioneds with Buffalo Trace and they were spectacular. Flavor was balanced with the appropriate level of kick. They offer a great selection of Bourbons. Being seated at the bar, I had a chance to see alot of the cocktails being made and these folks have skills! Didn't have food this visit, will check that out later. read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Buffalo Trace Old Fashioned - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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We found this place on Yelp last minute. The restaurant is cute and service was good. Everything we ordered was delicious. My only thing they could have done better was add more honey into the feta dip. We enjoyed every time we ordered... Feta dip and bread Onion rings with dip Calamari Flat iron steak with potato read more

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No Ordinary Rabbit has brought fresh energy to Tower Grove, taking over the former Nixta space with a flair. The vibrant yellow and teal décor sets a chic vibe that's hard to resist. The food? Simply fantastic. I started with the Mount Everest of onion rings, a towering mound that was perfectly fried--crispy, golden, and, thankfully, not greasy at all. The tinned mackerel was fantastic, served swimming in rich, flavorful olive oil #stlouispescatarianapproved And then there were the Brussels sprouts--charred and delicious! Add this new spot to your list! read more

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Food was phenomenal. Service was amazing. Nice quiet spot would definitely return next time. I'm in town. Hopefully the monkfish comes back onto the menu sometime soon. read more

Once you get past the worst signage ever (think gas station/bodega) you'll enter a warm and inviting bar and restaurant featuring some pretty cool rabbit motifs. The staff will steer you in the right directions for both cocktails and eats so trust their recommendations! read more

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Great spot! Cocktails on point! Ingram, the bartender, was amazing! Shared a couple of plates, the gnocchi and lamb meatballs were delicious! Cool decor all based off of Monty Python and the Holy Grail! Hope to visit again soon. read more

The food was excellent...I strongly recommend the "roasted garlic hummus and braised short rib with herb salad". Roasted red pepper and walnut dip also does not disappoint. Excellent service with an interesting drink menu. Perfect trendy spot for date night. read more

No Ordinary Rabbit - Roasted red pepper and walnut dip - Wine Bars Near Me - St. Louis, Missouri

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Wow. What a great addition to the STL food scene. We started off with the Zatar onion rings- highly recommend! We cleaned the plate. We got the original hummus which was good. The bread that came with it was like a chewy pita or naan, very interesting. The beet and burrata salad was unexpectedly warm! Loved the Mac and cheese- super hardy and flavorful. The hanger steak was cooked to perfection and seasoned so well. Everything we ordered was so great!! Will be back and going to try different things next time so I can try the whole menu!! read more

Vibey cocktail bar that also serves Mediterranean cuisine. Za'atar onion rings and short rib hummus were both phenomenal. The lamb shank was fall-off-the-bone tender and tasted very comforting. It isn't the most authentic around, but I thought the dishes were executed very well. It's a newer spot and you could tell they were still trying to find their footing (they were out of a lot of the menu by 9:30) but the potential is there. Favorite dishes: Za'atar onion rings, short rib hummus, lamb shank read more

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Loved the low light intimate vibe of the dining area. Amazing cocktails and good food. Went with two others and shared a lot of plates. Highly recommend the onion rings. And trying their signature cocktails. Service was attentive and friendly. The bathrooms are super clean and regal. read more

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Super solid little spot in Botanical Heights! The small plates are great, but the cocktails are the real stars of the show here. The Martinez was our favorite- my husband said "This is what you want a Negroni to taste like," and even I, not being a huge Negroni fan, loved it and would definitely order next time. We also tried Another acid flashback (a delish mezcal concoction), the bordiga rosso spritz (think aperol spritz but with Spanish Vermouth- sooo good) and the Pushing the rock (super boozy, def a sipping cocktail!). For food, we shared the eggplant, carrots and short rib hummus. The Mediterranean flavors were on point for each dish. We made little tacos with the hummus, short rib and arugula on the flatbread and dipped them in the juice from the carrots and it was insanely good. I'd like to try some new dishes next time we go back! Definitely make a reservation if you want a table, this spot is hot right now! Or, try and snag a spot at the bar like we did. The bartenders are amazing and so friendly! read more

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We came for happy hour with a group of five and had the chance to sample a variety of items from the menu. One thing to note: the menu didn't seem fully up to date--we tried ordering three different items but were told they were unavailable. The appetizers were definitely the highlight. Our group especially enjoyed the bread with dips and the onion rings. The onion rings sparked some debate, as they're thinner than usual--less onion-forward and more on the crispy, fried side. Still, they were a hit for some of us. The drinks were solid, though nothing particularly memorable in my opinion. I did appreciate the artistic concept of the space and really enjoyed the bright, airy ambiance. Overall, a pleasant spot for happy hour, especially if you're into small plates and a creative atmosphere. read more

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