had dinner here last night with a group of friends and it was one of the best meals I've experienced in the 757. Service was impeccable The food was diverse and delicious. Between the five of us, we probably ordered about half the menu and every single plate they brought out was delicious. On more than one occasion in the head, chef came out to the table to drop a plate or introduce a dish for us. Which is so incredibly rare in this area. The cocktail menu had something for everyone and all of the ones I sampled were excellent. Parking was easy the atmosphere was great. would absolutely recommend and be back. read more

What a GEM to find this place while on a work trip. The atmosphere is speakeasy like, warm & cozy. The service is friendly and efficient. Kasa was my server and she was helpful in choosing some amazing dishes. The restaurant is small plates or tapas which is nice to be able to sample more of the amazing menu. I ordered the pearadox cocktail which was tasty. My first dish was the squash bisque (didn't get a picture because it smelled too good and I finished it fast). It was an incredible mash up of squash, peanut and coconut crème. There were some red peppers afloat and a little kick to it as well. My second dish was a signature of Chef Ty, the roasted roots and squash. Delicious root vegetables and squash, with some crème and dukkah. I could have eaten two or three plates. My final dish was the braised beef and fry bread. Imagine a cloud of puff pastry filled with the most delicious and tender beef you ever have eaten. I really wanted to try some dessert but just couldn't bring myself to do so. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area or VA Beach too, not too far away. I will hopefully return my next time through. Compliments to Chef Ty and the establishment owners for an excellent experience from beginning to end. read more

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The hubs and I stopped by for a nightcap and truly enjoyed the cocktails and the speakeasy vibe at STILL. The bartender was very kind and knowledgeable of the menu. We stayed for one round, tried the Old Fashioned and Mule, and left looking forward to our next visit. read more

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We struck gold with this bone marrow topped with chimichurri and parmesan. The bread was toasted just right--crisp yet soft enough to soak up every bit of richness. The bison meatloaf with gruyere mash was devoured alongside the tender bison sliders with caramelized onions. The Honey & Fire cocktail captured the moody allure of the vintage speakeasy vibe to top off the meal. The service was not bad. Our waitress was busy but she was still able to answer some of our questions. read more

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First off the food is amazing. The place was only open hour and half and 4 of the items were already sold out. Then I had to wait 3 hours for 6 tapas plates. I did not get any water or my other drink for 45 minutes. Many people just walked out. I was apologized to by the chef at the end of the three hours but it was too late by then. My first experience there was amazing . I hope they can get it back together. But I won't be back. read more

If you're looking for a unique dining experience in Portsmouth, Still Worldly Electric Tapas is a must visit. It's located downstairs in an old house, which gives the ambiance of cozy charm with a rustic feel. The all tapas menu means everything arrives fresh, and as soon as it's ready, which keeps the excitement going and the flavors constantly flowing. Our group of four went all out and ordered a generous selection of dishes it share To start, of course I ordered the espresso martini. 10/10. I love when places offer it with our without baileys. Personally, I love it without. Perfect way to start the evening. The crab dip was served with jumbo lump crab with old bay, served with perfectly crisp crostini that made each bite tasty. I love a good crab dip, and this one definitely hit the spot. The baked brie was oozing with truffle and honey! Topped on top of a crispy baguette, it was the perfect balance of flavors. My friends ordered the beef tartare served with sharp Dijon, briny capers, and silky egg. Not my style, but they enjoyed it! The star of the night was the scallops. Three scallops, served in a white wine sauce packed with flavor, fresh chive oil, and salmon roe. So much flavor in this dish, I loved it. The chicken piccata a close second favorite. Topped over homemade fettuccine with parmesan, lemon and capers. To finish, we enjoyed the bread pudding! It was warm, tasty and not too sweet. We all indulged in this one. Service was absolutely top notch! Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the food. Every interaction felt personal and attentive. Can't wait to return! read more

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No problem getting a last minute reservation on a Friday night. Vibes in the dining room were just right. Our server, Kasa, was wonderful. Everything we ordered was delicious. The cocktails were on point and the wine list is really well thought out. For high end wine drinkers - you'll find some deals here you won't find in any other restaurants in Hampton Roads. Trespass, Prisoner, Ridge, even the price on the Caymus was very reasonable. Spoke with the chef a little on the way out - all in all a great evening and delightful dinner. read more

We always have a great time when eating here. The food and service are top notch. I would highly recommend coming here for a nice dinner.

Still is a wonderful surprise! The chef is a magician. Ty has created an eclectic tapas menu, that is energized with spices and concepts from around the world. Every dish is prepared on order; from scratch. The beef tenderloin , Shrimp & Grits, charred Brussels sprouts, cheese board, beef flatbread, Mac & cheese, were all sublime. The tastes were out of this world and required absolutely no added salt, pepper, or anything else. I'm so happy we had a table of 6. This family style gathering allowed for additional tastes, we would have missed. We almost never order desert but felt compelled to see what additional surprises awaited. Ty's custome orange Cheese cake, creme brûlée, and a wild chocolate concoction put us over the top. Ty prepared one of the finest meals I have ever had. The restaurant is located in the basement of a historical home, that was used as a hospital in the civil war. The bar has over 200 different spirits, and a well stocked wine cabinet. The bartender is a true mixologist. The drink, and wine menus complement Ty's fabulous dinner menus perfectly. They have been open for 18 years. What a find. You will be amazed by the food and service. read more

Great menu for gluten free choices. My steak was so tender. Good service and delicious food!

We brought friends in from Boston here, looking for a place we could kick back and chat and not feel stuffy. This was the place. Great relaxing vibe. The waitstaff was amazing, very informative and patient. The cocktails were FANTASTIC, though not consistent. The food was good but it's more a place to go for chatting & nibbling, you're not leaving feeling overfed. We will be back, if just for the bar! read more

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We enjoyed Still! Great vibes and unique downstairs speakeasy vibes... they have an expansive wrap-around bar area with tons of bar seating and then high-top and couches to hang out. We dined in the main dining room and our server, Christopher, was excellent. He paid just enough attention to us, was able to answer easy questions, and quickly resolved any issues we had. The food was so-so... probably a 3. But the ambiance, bar and service were solid 5 so I'm rounding up to 3.8-4. We had: -a few mocktails and whiskey drinks - great prices and huge selection of whiskey and wine -crab dip -halloumi caprese -veggie dumplings -seared tuna -bison meatloaf -raspberry cobbler The crab dip was SO salty. Toast points were delicious and perfectly toasted but the dip itself was sooooo salty. The dumplings and capers were very good. Tuna and bison meatloaf were delish. We asked for the tuna to be medium/well/well bc I'm pregnant and it wasn't right at first, but was quickly remedied by the kitchen. VERY good and served with a side of seaweed salad. The raspberry cobbler was disappointing. Next time, we'd go with the whiskey bread pudding. It was served as two little cups... kind'a plain and not that special. All in all - unique and fun. We'd love to come back and hang at the bar and get some apps. Parking was easy on the street or a nearby lot. read more

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Still is a gem in Olde Towne! It's a perfect spot for a date night, to eat with friends, to entertain business clients, or just have an exceptionally crafted cocktail from a superb whiskey selection. My wife and I live in the neighborhood, I've done all four over the past month, and every experience has been delightful . It's the perfect mix of European ambiance and food quality coupled with American service and attention. It's tapas and the food will come out at different times. If you go with a larger group, don't be in hurry, share your courses with the table, have a couple different drinks, and enjoy the experience. You will not be disappointed. read more

Our visit was horrible. They were very under staffed in all areas. The bartender was our waitress plus the bar ppl n all restaurant drinks. It was crazy! The kitchen guy also ran food. There was NO hostess either! New menu items are nice! They really need to work on coordinating food a little better. The new bacon wrapped tater tots are not anything like the old ones. Should have kept old ones. It was not the same quality of food as it used to be before. We keep trying but now we will definitely not be back. Maybe they could have a fire in fireplace on cooler days n evening it would at least create a warm environment. Good luck! read more

I went here for the first time in ages, and I was so pleased with the food and service!! Everything was absolutely delicious. The vibe in Still is oh so chill. It puts you in the mind of a speakeasy, but with good food to match the specially crafted spirits. Most of their items that have breading are gluten-free friendly, and all of their pasta is gluten-free, which made me ecstatic! The calamari was cooked perfectly. There was just the right amount of crunch without being too hard. The maple bourbon glazed carrots were quite tasty - I even shared with my group. The bacon-wrapped tots are a must -- even if you don't eat pork, I mean it's bacon people!! The lamb was cooked perfectly and served with goat cheese, Brussel sprouts and fig jam...yum yum yum! I also had a Spiced Cranberry Rita, which had cranberry and cinnamon so it reminded me of a holiday sangria. They have a good amount of seating and can even accommodate a large group. Check it out!! You won't be disappointed!! read more

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So you walk in and it definitely hits all the marks for a speakeasy, kinda hidden door, a little walkway down into the restaurant makes you feel like you are away from the world. It's a great place for a date but at the same time I could literally hear everything the couple next to our group was talking about because our tables were almost on top of each other. Service was quick and efficient without being overwhelmingly on top of us. They tell you a head of time that it's tapas, so small portions and no order as to when the food comes out just when it's ready. But everything was fresh and delicious so I'm alright with it. The drinks were very artistic, some tasty others not so much, in some cases my friends said they were hard pressed to spend 13$ for that cocktail when the amount of alcohol was low but on the flip side others were very strong and definitely worth the price tag. So kinda split on the drinks. Now the food. ..omg delicious. I had the fillet rare and I'd order it again in a heartbeat. Perfectly cooked, the potatoes with it were delicious, and the sauce mmmm *chefs kiss* the creme brulee was delicious though the hard shell was not as caramelized as I'd like no crack when I struck the top. Maybe a heavier hand on the sugar needed? But I'd definitely order it again as the flavor was magnificent. read more

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SUPER AWESOME TAPAS Bar! A real hidden gem in Portsmouth close to the Tidewater Marina (15 mins walking distance). Great food, super friendly staff and a real Speakeasy atmosphere! Been there a few times while visiting Portsmouth! read more

Good concept. Confused execution. It was Sat in the summer so maybe they didn't have enough staff? No one told us about the specials. We happened to notice the board on our way out. We also didn't see anywhere the menu prices are cash only and there is a 3% surcharge until the bill came. There were no bus boys or servers so the waitresses were running like crazy busing tables and bringing wine bottles and glasses in addition to serving and taking orders. The food - if I had this at my foodie non chef friend's house it would be amazing. At fancy restaurant prices - I kept hearing Gordon Ramsey in my head. The octopus with crispy potatoes? Octopus was a little tough. The potatoes were not only not crispy but undercooked/raw in the center. The duck breast? Super salty in spots needing salt in others. The roasted carrots also unsalted while the asparagus could disguise itself as a salt lick. And the duck came out cold/room temp while the rest of the dish was hot. The trio of sausages (I'm fairly sure they're just D'artagnan brand) came out after the rest of the tapas despite being ordered at the same time. In fact our waitress asked if we wanted anything else and we had to remind her we were still waiting on the sausages. Did we enjoy the meal? Yes. Would I go back? Nope. read more

I want to start by saying I have been coming to Still for many years and it has always been my favorite restaurant in the 757 but I fear that has now changed. I have referred, quite literally, hundreds of people to Still. I have been seven times since the new chef started and the menu and food quality has progressively gotten worse. Most recently the bacon wrapped tater tots were cooked far too long (burnt). The Bison sliders were also overcooked and lacked in overall quality, the buns were stale and they were garnished with pickle on top of the bun which does not fit the flavor profile and just made the stale bun soggy, they were also really lacking on all the toppings. Please bring back old menu items like wild game sausage, red pepper bread, potstickers and regular crab dip. The new chef is slowly destroying one of the last gems in the area. Please don't forget about your regulars that have kept this place in business for years. The only reason this isn't a one star review is because of the bartender Christy. She is phenomenal, her service is always impeccable and her drinks are always top notch. read more

It was the worst experience i ever had at a resturant!!!!!! We wait over an 1 1/2 and never even got any food. The manager didn't even apologize and the chef was ever rude. I will never go back!!!!!!!!! read more

Wow! I loved everything about Still. The ambiance is so cool. It has a speakeasy vibe as you enter through a door on the side of a house. As you enter the restaurant, you see a bar and lounge. The dining area feels like you're relaxing over a meal in a friend's house. The variety on the menu was fantastic! We tried the bacon wrapped tots, vegetable potstickers, and charcuterie board as appetizers. Great portions for appetizers and prepared perfectly. For meals we got the cast iron filet with mashed potatoes and meatloaf with asparagus. It was one of the best meals I've ever had. Desserts were absolutely delicious as well. Everything was absolutely perfect from the service to the options to the preparation. We're so glad that we found Still and plan to go back regularly! read more

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What a cute little place to have a nice first date. The food sizes are small, like finger food portions. (Tapas), so get plenty and share. (Portions are too small, need to be a little bigger) The staff is friendly and helpful. The drinks are really good and the food was okay. I can't say it was the best I've ever had, but I would say that it's more the experience. The food is well seasoned. The she crab dip was extremely rich. I would suggest you eat it with the bread. (Which I wish was a bit softer) The shrimp scampi was a little disappointing. 2 shrimp 2 scallops and a spoon full of crab meat spread around the plate. I would go back for a quick little bite to eat and a drink on my way to a social event that was serving appetizers so that I felt I had enough to eat for the day. read more

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This place has a fantastic vibe and attentive staff. The food was tasty and filling even though it is smaller portions. The lobster Mac and cheese had plenty of lobster in it. I requested the steak to be cooked medium and it was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be returning! read more

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The Still was outstanding, foodie quality Tapas entrees. Don't miss this hidden spot in basement of building located one block away from High Street (which is the Main Street in Portsmouth) ENVIRONMENT Pub atmosphere with lots of wood decorating bars and walls in this basement restaurant. The building looks nice but you enter a side door and go down stairs to enjoy the Still. FOOD This is Talas style so you need multiple plates per person (2-3 based on hunger level). It's most fun shared in a small party so you can share the plates and try more dishes. DUCK TACOS This is their most famous dish. Served in crunchy shell tacos. The duck meat reminds me of pork used in tacos. The sauce is what made the taco special! BAKED MAC 'N CHEESE This was my personal favorite. They use four cheeses and top with crunchy onions. Unlike most baked Mac 'n Cheese, this wasn't overly rich nor cheese overload. It was perfectly balanced! BAGUETTE AND STRAWBERRY MINT BUTTER They made an extra loaf by accident so offered it to me which I couldn't turn down. The bread was warm and had a nice crispy crust with airy bread in center. The butter was AMAZING! It was a sweet cream butter with REAL strawberry pieces and mint mixed in. I didn't expect to be blown away by the bread and butter...but I was. They have a rotating butter, you it may be different the night you stop in. DRINKS Amazing liquor selection and cocktail menu. Beer selection was limited. SMOKED OLD FASHIONED This was amazing! So good. It's fun to watch them work the smoking process too! read more

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Came here for dinner after a long travel day. It has a very unassuming facade, to the point where we had to check to see if they were open, but that somehow added to the ambiance. It almost felt like a hidden speakeasy. The food was eclectic, and we tried a variety of items. We enjoyed everything from their potstickers to their duck tacos. This would be a very fun date night option. read more

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I was staying at nearby hotel (Renaissance) and walked to this neighborhood gem. Great ambiance, friendly and accommodating staff, delicious food. It is small plates with entree size choices available. Creative craft drink list. A definite go to spot if you're in the area. read more

This is the perfect place for date night. The plates are small but packs a mean punch. Great staff and quick service read more

Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas - Steak - Tapas Bars Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Husband and I celebrated our 11th anniversary tonight at Still. We're Portsmouth natives, and Still has been on our bucket list since it opened. No clue why it took this long for us to come here, but we're glad we finally broke the seal! First, the ambiance was made for a date night. Hidden. Dim. Laid back. Romantic. Our server was friendly and informative. We each ordered two different cocktails, and all were excellent. We agreed our mutual fave was the Vieux Carre. For food, we had bacon wrapped tots, trio of sausages (duck, elk, venison), spam musubi, bison meatloaf, and jerk scallops. We also ordered bread pudding for dessert. We'll definitely be back soon to try everything else on the menu. read more

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First off their drinks are amazing! I had a guava cocktail so so good. We came simply for the drinks. It was an underground speakeasy atmosphere. Our server was so sweet and made our experience great. Our drinks came fast even the food! I definitely would circle back! read more

This is a basement/ lower level intimate restaurant. All the tapas we had were fantastic. The duck, risotto, scallops, roasted chickpea/ sweet potato were all very flavourful. Cocktails were top notch, service was good. They have an outdoor patio, it was pouring, so we were socially distantly seated inside. All staff wore masks. I'll definitely be back! Highly recommended! Loved the speak easy entrance & overall atmosphere. read more

Still Worldly Eclectic Tapas - Tapas Bars Near Me - Portsmouth, Virginia

Expensive, but delicious. I'm just adding words to meet the minimum required. The staff and food are great

Still is a hidden gem in the Hampton Roads area. I had gone a few years ago for a birthday dinner, and finally made it back. I brought my boyfriend for his first experience, and her really enjoyed it. He's a big old fashion drinker and he actually said that the old fashion at Still is one of his favorites. We were in Portsmouth for an event, so we stopped by for drinks before the event and came back afterwards for a night cap. It was cool that the bartender remembered what drink I had from the visit earlier. The staff was a little understaffed, but I commend them for holding down the restaurant, and doing it with great personalities. We will definitely be back to try out the food next time. I also love the atmosphere and the music of the restaurant. There are not many places in the Hampton Roads area that give you the speakeasy feel and I think that Still gives that feel. We will be back. read more

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First off, the serving staff were 5 star plus the bar, but let's get down about the food and background story. The restaurant opend in 10/2008. I found out I had Celiac, gluten problem in 04/2009, found out about "Still" later 2009 and it was a 90 something % gluten-free menu. I fell in love with the joint. We visited 2-4 times a year. I've watched kitchen/bar/server staff come/go for almost 15yrs. I think the original Chief/ Owner's name was Mike (?). He would "ALWAYS" come out to the dinning area for a meet/greet if not to busy in the kitchen to ask how you were and how was the food. Well, Mike (?) branched out with other investment colleagues, opening other restaurants in the 757 and the service went up/down over a decade. Tonight's Menu Choices - *No fresh gluten-free baget like before, just some over toasted gluten-free melba like toast. *She Crap Dip: Re-label, she crap soup with cheese. *Roasted Brussel Sprouts - Luke warm *Duck Tacos (My Favorite)- The Aeoli has changed over the many years, depending on what new Chief is in the kitchen, but the duck meat was just above "Luke Warm." and the parsley or/maybe arugula (?) was wilted as hell. *Cajun Pasta- one real shrimp, you can see its little tail sticking up in the pick. There were a few IHOP style tiny salad shrimp in there, but the kitchen over compensated the dish with Andouille Sausage *Bone Marrow - Love the meat jelly, it's not popular in the south, was "SO HAPPY" you put in on the menu, my wife never tried, I took the "LITTLE SPOON" scraped it out, put it on a piece of G/F toast and fed it to her. Guess what, THAT, was the only slather of meat jelly between both bones! Nice filling of parsley & garlic, filling the other spaces. *Scallops were perfect! If the ordinal Chief/Owner is listening, come back and get your kitchen in order Sir! Didn't you once say you went primarily gluten-free on the menu for a family member Sir? BTW, bring the Sunday brunch back, miss that Crab Omelet & Mimosas dude. read more

We were headed to a concert last night at the Atlantic Union Pavilion in Portsmouth, and wanted to grab dinner first. We called ahead and made a reservation. It was a busy night (concert night), so the staff were attentive but quick. I had the Lavendar 75 cocktail and it was delicious! A great option if you like sweet. My husband had his go to, an Old Fashioned. It was hard to select dinner options with so many choices, but we knew we would get 4 max. We settled on the mac and cheese, fried oyster mushrooms, duck tacos, and bacon wrapped tots. The max and cheese came out first and it was BEYOND impressive! It was so cheesy (good cheese too!), flavorful, and piping hot. I could have eaten a full bowl! The tempura oyster mushrooms were next and the batter made the dish divine. Very crispy with flavorful ponzu sauce and aioli. Duck tacos were next and we were nicely surprised that it was a hard shell. The duck was tender and tasty. Last were the bacon wrapped tots. They seemed to have a cheese mixture, which was very nice, and the ketchup were fig and raisin flavored which was pleasantly different. We even saved room for dessert. The bread pudding was moist and the sauce provided enough flavor to complement the dessert. 4 STARS! I really loved this tapas bar. Tapas are always a little pricey, but we thought a couple of the dishes could have been a few dollars cheaper. Maybe in another economy, I get it. Overall, I look forward to visiting again and trying more dishes, along with the magnificent mac and cheese. read more

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Still is nice hidden away spot. It definitely feels like a speakeasy on the inside and it has softer lighting to create a more romantic ambiance. The service was quick and the bartenders were kind. I will be back. Not pictured but I really enjoyed the crab dip as my snack read more

This is a hidden gem. Awesome place for a date not a kid place. It has that old time speak easy vide down in the basement of a historic building. The food is amazing the tuna was perfect the char from the grill was nice not over cooked, the mussels were also good only problem was I wanted more. The duck tacos were ok not that they were bad I was not impressed with the BBQ chili style sauce on them they were not bad just ok. The sweet potato fries were very good seasoned well. The Brussels sprouts were awesome so simple but very good, the scallops were great again I needed more, the quail was excellent the plate was clean when I was done. The food was all around awesome I was not a huge fan of the duck but that's ok the rest was so good the service was very good I made a reservation for 6 and it was mostly empty around 7 it started to fill I left around 8 and there were few seats the bar is very well stocked the drinks were solid no complaints the whiskey selection is vast. I have walked by this place in the past and never gave it a chance what a mistake. I would definitely go back this may be my new go to. Forgive me on the pictures I bit into some before I took the picture read more

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I've been wanting to come to the establishment for a long time, and I finally made it. To be honest, the visit was a little underwhelming. We stood at the door, waiting for a table for about 10 minutes despite the bartender staring at us every 5 minutes. I will say...I understand during these times people are short staffed, and places tend to get busy. That said, when we finally were seated it was in the most awkward place. We ordered two drink's (luckily they were good) and two small plates. ( I cant even remember what they were because after the looong waiting in between orders, we decided to leave and go to our "old faithful" back in va beach.) I'm not as excited to go back, but maybe one day. read more

I had not been here in a few years. This was my favorite restaurant when I lived in the area. So, I had high expectations. The food was good but not excellent. Each dish suffered from a lack of seasoning. We had steak, lamb and macaroni and cheese. We also ordered the Cajun pasta but it never came out so we just asked for the check and left. read more

The atmosphere is great. A bottom floor restaurant of a very old building. The wait staff were friendly and cordial. The food was really good but I did remove one star because there were crab shells in the she crab soup and it was rather a blended taste. Also the crème brûlée was good but pre-made and cold. It would have been better if it had been warmed up. The scallops were amazing and I had an excellent cocktail. Certainly still a great place to eat and I do recommend, just be careful with what you order. read more

The food, atmosphere, and service are always wonderful here. Had a variety of dishes this last time, each of them amazing on their own