- We had Friday evening dinner reservations and arrived around 6p, when the bar area was already buzzing with people enjoying happy hour specials; the energy was lively and set a great tone for the evening - The space is chic and cozy, with beautiful views overlooking the Hudson; the dim, romantic lighting adds to the ambiance, though the music was a little louder than expected for dinner conversation - Our waitress was incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive throughout the meal; the waitstaff was quick to clear plates and keep the table tidy without making us feel rushed - The food overall was delicious and definitely the highlight of the night: HH wings were hot, juicy, and packed with flavor--the roasted pepper aioli was absolutely finger-licking good; HH short rib sliders were generously stuffed with tender, braised meat and were very satisfying; HH hummus tasted super fresh, and the pita chips were perfectly toasted; the grilled octopus was surprisingly tender and flavorful, although the portion felt a bit small for the price; the skirt steak was massive and cooked perfectly medium, served with a mountain of seasoned fries that were crispy and addictive; the lamb burger was also cooked perfectly medium and was juicy and flavorful, though the bottom bun became a bit soggy from all the juices; the baklava dessert was slightly underwhelming--more dense and chewy than light and flaky--and could have benefited from a larger scoop of pistachio ice cream; the strawberry jalapeño margarita was excellent, with the perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and spice read more

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THE FOOD ---------------- + Hummus Dip - Came with a nice amount of pita chips and it was good. Dip was very fresh, tasty and smooth. + Grilled Chicken Wings - Wings were perfectly cooked, a little charred and the roasted pepper aioli sauce had a slight kick, but it was excellent. + Short Rib Sliders - 2 sliders in the order. Sliders were good. Brioche was puffy. Short rib was tender and not dry. + Octopus - Phenomenal! The sliced octopus pieces sat on slices of roasted potatoes and the octopus was soooooo tender and delicious. Definitely could have used more. + Lamb Burger - Excellent burger! The meat was flavorful and the aioli added a little kick. Spiced fries were excellent too. The brioche bread did get a bit soggy though from all of the ingredients sitting on it. + Skirt Steak - The steak was huggggge and cut into slices. Steak was cooked perfectly medium and very tender. Once again, spiced fries were excellent. - Baclava - Came with 3 Baclava rolls and a scoop of pistachio ice cream. Unfortunately, there wasn't enough ice cream for the amount of Baclava there was. The Baclava was OK, but a bit too dry for my liking and definitely needed the ice cream to supplement the flavor. THE SERVICE ------------------- + Excellent service throughout our evening. + Waitress was very friendly and attentive checking in on us. + All of the busboys were verrrry active in clearing plates ... maybe a little too active as we were still working on some dishes and they almost cleared a few seemingly empty plates that weren't. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------- + Restaurant has nice panaramic views of the Hudson River and NYC. + Interior of the restaurant is spacious and has plenty of tables and bar seats. + Huge strip mall parking lot with plenty of parking spaces. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Came by on an early Friday evening at 6 PM and there was a good crowd inside. There were still plenty of open tables though. Crowd was trendy, music was bumping (but not excessively loud) and most people were there for happy hour (M-F 5-7:30pm), however, there was a mix of families there too for dinner. read more

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Love that there's parking and that the restaurant is right on the water. The décor is a vibe, and the food matched it. My group ordered several appetizers, including the hummus sampler and the octopus. For the main dishes, everyone ordered either the skirt steak, branzino, or the chicken skewers. Everything was delicious. No complaints about the food at all. The only comment is that we were a table of seven with early reservations since we had a baby with us. Even though we were one of the first and only tables when we arrived, the service was a bit slow and we had to get the waiter's attention a few times. This was not enough to lose any stars. The waiter was very nice and attentive once he came by. read more

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Beautiful views and a really nice vibe overall. The calamari was super crispy which I love and the drinks were made really well without tasting watered down or overly sweet. The space felt clean and stylish and the service was friendly. read more

Taverna Veranda - Fried Calmari - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

How do I convey that this restaurant is 4 and 0.99 stars without sounding sprung. I cannot. We LOVED the food. Edgewater is new to us and Taverna Veranda has melded to our minds. The waitress was friendly, pleasant and elevated our experience. She let us know about the pineapple that looked like garnish that changed the lavender mousse from good to HOLY SHARK REPELLENT BATMAN! Unfortunately we went during single digit temperatures and can't wait to return in the spring/summer. It's clean, romantic and romantic. read more

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Taverna Veranda was amazing. The location is near the water so there is a gorgeous view of the NyC skyline. There is ample parking as it is located in a plaza so there was a lot of self parking. The service was great. We had a reservation for five so we were seated upon walking in. I recommend having the majority of your party there for easier service. The decor was fitting and cozy. A little dark but not impossible to see my food or people's faces. The music was cool but we were talking so it didn't fully bother us or grab our attention. There is a great selection of wines and cocktails. The holiday sangria was one of the best sangrias I have ever tasted. I would highly recommend it. The other cocktails on the menu seemed very interesting and my dinner guest did try different cocktails as well as a mocktail and they all really enjoyed them enough to order seconds so that speaks. We ordered appetizers for the table which included the spicy feta, hummus, and crispy calamari. The spicy feta and the hummus came with two types of pita bread. One was like warm and soften. The other was a little crunchy. They both complimented the spicy feta and hummus perfectly. The crispy calamari had an aïoli and a red sauce, which I believe may have been some type of marinara sauce I didn't taste it, but the aïoli was really good and the calamari was cooked to perfection. For our entrees, the table had the lobster pasta, rack of lamb, spinach, and mashed potatoes, as well as brussels sprouts salad. We all enjoyed our meals and had no complaints whatsoever. I specifically had the lobster pasta and it was really good. I am not a big lobster fan, but I wanted to try something new so the lobster pasta was cooked really well, had great seasoning and flavor and it didn't overwhelm me with lobster it was just the right lobster to pasta ratio. I did use the restroom and it was clean, so I appreciated that. Service was really good as our table host was accommodating, patient and recommended great choices especially the sangria. I would definitely return to try other options on their menu. read more

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Did you meet your new date online and they stated they like trying new restaurants? Would like to take your long time partner to a romantic dinner and try a different menu? The view, low lights and nice right volume music make this restaurant perfect to accomplish the goals above. All the waitress are on point; polite, friendly and they don't take the glass with the last sip of your drink without asking. They have a dressing code; they asked me to take my hat off. I recommend this place and all items in the pics on this review. read more

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The day after 4th of July we wanted somewhere fun to eat and we found it! Such a beautiful view of the Hudson and you can hear the waves, great service and the most delicious food! Highly recommend the lobster gyros, chicken kebab, grilled swordfish and lemon chicken! Perfect afternoon! read more

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A beautiful restaurant tucked away in a shopping center once you enter, you feel the romantic vibe. The drinks spot on. The service outstanding (thank you Maria and the manager). Food was delicious. Highly recommend. read more

We came to Taverna Veranda for a girls' night out with old friends and had such a great time. Yes, the bill was a little steep (around $900 for 5 of us), but honestly the food, drinks, and overall experience made it worth it. The food was outstanding. The lamb chops were perfectly seasoned and cooked just right, the squid ink pasta with lobster was rich and full of flavor, and the sides complemented everything so well. You can tell they really put care into every dish that comes out. The drinks were another highlight...my espresso martini was delicious and you know I love a good espresso martini, and every cocktail at the table was beautifully made and delicious. To top it off, the manager came over and surprised us with a round of free shots, which was such a fun touch and made the night feel even more special. The service was amazing throughout...attentive, warm, and really added to the whole experience. The restaurant has beautiful views and outdoor seating, which we'll definitely come back for on a nicer day (it was raining this time). Overall, Taverna Veranda was the perfect spot for a memorable girls' night. Great food, amazing drinks, fun atmosphere, and thoughtful touches that made us feel taken care of. Add this place to your list!! read more

Taverna Veranda - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

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We were here for a weekend lunch. We made a reservation to ensure we have table upon arrival, but it wasn't too busy, we were the second group at the restaurant. I was really impressed with the interior of the place, beautiful pink flowers, little bit of greenery, a fancy bar, and of course the tables on the closed deck looking out to NYC harbor. We started with the grilled octopus, very well cooked. Then I had the lamb burger. Excellent paddy with delicious cheese and toppings. Fries were good too. I got to try the Branzino as well. It had two filets, cooked over ladolemono sauce. Loved its flavor. Overall the service was good. Our server was a pro. Some of the staff helped us to take photos inside the restaurant. Overall we had a wonderful lunch experience by the Hudson. read more

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This is a beautiful restaurant right on the Hudson. My friend and I enjoyed the mussels app special, which was spectacular. I had the very tasty chicken kabobs, and my friend enjoyed her juicy swordfish. Our waiter was very friendly and informative. 5 stars read more

Came here for a birthday lunch. Love the view and decoration inside the restaurant. Flowery theme and open space. The waiter is very nice and attentive. He forgot my drink at the beginning but as me signaled him down, he realized it and brought me the drink. The lychee cocktail was very very strong for me. It was good and with strong lychee aroma. The Bronzino was cooked beautifully. Tender inside and crispy skin. With the lemon, it was absolutely wonderful. I would recommend for a date and family gathering. Very relaxing vibes and good food. read more

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TLDR: great food, great service, great environment. Perfect place for a first date or to celebrate a special occasion. Came here for dinner on a Saturday and it was EXTREMELY busy. Luckily they had a very large parking lot so it was easy to get a spot. O well, food was great, portions were perfect and the price was reasonable. Falafel: very strong flavor and very crisp. Okay but wouldn't order again. Watermelon and feta salad: refreshing and definitely opens up your appetite. Would order again. Skirt steak: cooked to a perfect medium rare with a chimichurri sauce. Wish it came with some grilled vegetables or something but had to order it a la Carte. Not sure if I would order again. Tiger shrimp: huge shrimp, cooked to perfection with a beautiful char. Would order again. Chicken kebabs: juicy chicken thighs kn a generous portion of rice. Would order again. Lamb chops: cooked perfectly but it was SO oily. Although it's naturally fatty, the bottom of the plate had a huge puddle of oil. Not sure if I would order it again. Calarami: perfectly crisp with a nice sauce pairing. Would order again read more

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When you get everything in one place! The atmosphere, the view, the service, and most importantly, the delicious food! I highly recommend. read more

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On a recent visit to Taverna Veranda, my date and I decided to sit at the bar, where we were immediately charmed by the lively atmosphere and the creative cocktail menu. The drinks had playful, witty names, which made choosing one all the more fun. I settled on a Mezcal passionfruit cocktail called "Salty in the Streets, Sweet in the Sheets", while my date opted for a Mezcal-based drink with honey syrup, sorrel, and cinnamon, named "Say Hello to My Little Drink". Priced at around $18-$19 each, both cocktails were exceptionally well-crafted, and it was clear that the bartender knew his craft. For appetizers, we ordered the Spinach Pie ($14) and Kefte ($15), both served with a side of tzatziki. To accompany them, we asked for a mix of toasted and untoasted pita bread, which was perfect for dipping. The flavors were solid, and the dishes arrived quickly. While they were both enjoyable, I'd rate them 7/10--tasty, but not the standout of the night. For our main course, we took our bartender's recommendation and ordered one of the specials: a slow-braised lamb shank served with mashed potatoes, carrots, and string beans. As soon as it arrived, it was clear we were in for something special. The lamb was fall-off-the-bone tender, perfectly seasoned, and paired with rich, creamy mashed potatoes. The portion was generous, almost overwhelming at first glance, but every bite was pure comfort and flavor. Our bartender mentioned that whenever this dish is on the menu, he orders it himself--and I now understand why. This was hands down the best dish of the night, and honestly, one of the best I've had in a long time. 10/10. Days later, I'm still thinking about that lamb shank. It was so good, I'm tempted to recreate it at home--but something tells me it won't quite match the magic of the one at Taverna Veranda. If you ever see it on the menu, do yourself a favor and order it. You won't regret it! read more

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Food and service was great. Prices are high and they charge credit card fees. We have the triple dip - hummus tzatziki and the one with avocado - greekamole- YUM. We also had the beet salad the other salad we had a beef salad and the greek salad and shared all of it. Dips were served with pita bread. For dinner I order the shrimp, my friends had the branzino, chicken kabobs and the short ribs. All delicious read more

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Taverna Veranda in Edgewater, NJ. This gorgeous restaurant needs to be on your list. It's right on the river-giving you that on vacation vibe right here in NJ! The food is delicious and the cocktails were stunning. Perfect for a special date night or fun girl's night! Insta: @thehungrysw SPICY FETA- Feta, olives, jalapeño GREEK SALAD- Tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, feta, pita OCTOPUS- Roasted peppers, potatoes, capers, ladolemono GRILLED CALAMARI- Kalamata olives, tomatoes, onions , ladolemono SHORT RIB- Short Rib Yiouvetsi, Tomato Confit, Orzo SKIRT STEAK- Rosemary, chermoula, garlic, spiced fries KORMO LAVA CAKE- Papadopoulos cookies, nutella, pistachio ice-cream read more

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What a vibe! This place is really cute and a gem in a plaza. It overlooks the water and there is a lot of outdoor seating. It also had live music that wasn't overpowering. I had the roasted beet salad, which is really good, I would highly recommend. I also had the calamari special for appetizers and salmon for entree. read more

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I recently hit up the bar for happy hour on a weeknight. Taverna Veranda is one of the few restaurants/bars that offers good happy hour food and drinks until 730pm. My fiancée tried the cucumber margarita and he said it was super refreshing and strong so he had to get a second one. I got a classic martini and it was delivered strong by the bartender. For apps, we had their chicken wings, saganaki sticks, and hummus. The chicken wings were grilled to perfection and I enjoyed the blast of flavors. The hummus and pita bread were solid. The saganaki sticks were super rich and delicious but it may be heavy for some people who can't tolerate too much cheese. The service was great and staff were friendly! read more

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Beyond disappointed. Ordered three apps and two entrees- dip trio, grilled octopus, grilled chicken wings, skirt steak, asparagus, and lobster pasta. The pita for the dips was over-fried and hard as a rock, the chicken wings had an odd flavor, the steak was cold and under-seasoned, and the asparagus was inedible. The fries that come with the steak could not be substituted. Each soft drink refill is individually charged. Spent almost $300 with no alcohol ! read more

What a great experience from beginning to end! We came here to celebrate a 30th birthday and Taverna Veranda did not disappoint. Beautiful views... plenty of parking in its own private parking lot. PLUS PLUS and PLUS! Beautiful interior, gorgeous outside eating area with amazing views of NYC, especially uptown. Dave was our server and he was very attentive and thorough. We didn't wait a second too long for anything. Since we were a large party, we had the pre fixe menu which was family style. The amount of food was perfect for everyone. And most importantly, everything was delicious! From the hummus, spicy feta (a fave), delicious fresh and warm pita, my daughter devoured the Greek salad.. the stuffed mini peppers were amazing.. so was the spinach pie. My fave in the 3rd course were the lamb chops... but everything was so perfectly seasoned! I didn't really care for the lavender mousse, and I've had better baklava, but that didn't take away from the experience. Great touch with the sparklers on every set of dessert that was brought out... really made the birthday girl feel special. Also, I mentioned that my daughter has a peanut allergy and someone came out before dessert to go over the ingredients and ensure that there was no risk.. even accommodating her own separate serving. THANK YOU FOR CARING. The only suggestion is that the drinks should have a little more kick to them since they were so small and cost a decent amount. I'm looking for another reason to hurry back!! Great for date night! read more

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Everything here is amazing. The food is fresh. Best hummus I've ever had in the Greek salad is amazing. I had a special it was snapper with shrimp chefs kiss if you're at Edgewater check this place out. read more

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Food and service were good. Restaurant is absolutely beautiful. Parking is even better!

My fiancé and I decided to check out this place for Valentine's Day. The service was great and so were the drinks. The food however was OK. The hummus was delicious! I had the grilled octopus which was delicious. The calamari was a bit ok, as well as the skirt steak with fries. The menu wasn't shorten, because it wasn't the same menu we saw before getting there. The restaurant has nice views. Overall 8/10 experience. read more

Taverna Veranda - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

My husband and I visited this place in September and while there were certainly some highlights, the overall experience left us feeling a bit mixed. First, the decor is absolutely stunning. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by a chic and elegant design and the view of the city is magnificent. As for the service, the staff were friendly, attentive, but at times it seemed that they were understaffed but our waiter who was exceptional made our experience the best he could based on the circumstances. Unfortunately, the food didn't live up to the hype. While the presentation was on point, the flavors just didn't hit the mark. The dishes seemed underseasoned, especially given the price point. Overall, I would say this restaurant is a great place for Instagram photo and a drink but if you're in it for a great culinary experience, you might want to explore other options. read more

The food was excellent,a lot coming out of such a small kitchen,Everyone's meal was busting with flavor,there were 6 of us and everyone had something different,special drink menu was perfect Bartenders knew there craft,a lot of birthday celebrations going on,A young crowd,but couples and groups celebrating ,As the night grew so did the music ,That was are signal that it was time for the old people to go home read more

Taverna Veranda - Bar area - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

Not sure about the hype of this place. Went for a drink and ordered an appetizer. Drinks (cocktails) are definitely pricey and so was the appetizer that was ordered. Got the three dips and only the Fava was to my liking. The views are worth a visit. read more

Taverna Veranda - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

We came in for lunch on a Sunday. It wasn't too busy and perfect noise level for family with kids as it's not too loud. The food and service was wonderful! Our server was super friendly and always made sure we had everything we needed. We got the trio dip (fava, hummus and greekemole to start with - each of the dips paired with the warm pita was so good. It also came with crunchy version of pita which was equally as delicious. My favorite dip was the greekomole one as it was creamy from the avocado but had a crunch from the cucumbers and tomatoes mixed in. The chicken kebabs were nice and juicy and tender with a charred grilled taste which went well with the rice. read more

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Beautiful restaurant, great vibe and service. I have been here on many occasions and the food is consistent. The skirt steak, branzino, chicken kebabs, and lamb burger are among my favorites. For appetizers, try the spicy feta dip! Specialty cocktails are also very yummy. My favorite time to visit this restaurant is definitely on a summer evening when I can sit outside and enjoy the view. Highly recommend! read more

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Delicious food definitely check it out you will be Thankful! Night's spent out are what you need for amazing memories, and you won't go wrong here! read more

Overall ambiance of restaurant is nice and views are definitely great. Food and drinks are overpriced, presentation was good but quantity and quality doesn't call for the amount we paid. There was a party going on behind us with people whooing and taking flash photos for every dish which was a little annoying bc it was rather dark in the restaurant and the flash was very bright. read more

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We came back exactly 1 year later. The service wasn't as pleasant as our very first time but, overall you can't miss with the food, drinks, and desserts. We ordered the buffalo cauliflower bites (7/10) and lobster gyros for an appetizer (10/10 but on the smaller side!!!!) , the chicken kebab for my entree (10/10) and my boyfriend had the lobster pasta (8.5/10). The first time we came we had the lobster pasta and the lamb chops for an entree. Overall very nice vibe on the inside, nice view on the water. read more

Taverna Veranda - CHICKEN KEBAB & LOBSTER PASTA - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

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I had a great time here amazing experience. I can't wait to try more items on the menu. I was working a cigar and bourbon tasting here and the owner and staff treated us so well can't wait to be back here. Great ambience as well. Feels at home with perfect views of the Hudson. read more

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Parking. Beautiful ambiance. Delicious food Unparalleled service The staff, from entry to exit were phenomenal here. Our waiter was a gem, but the entire staff chipped in when needed. The manager checked on us a few times and all the tables. That was nice to see. My first time here and I was very impressed. Look forward to catching more great nights here. Chic spot. read more

Taverna Veranda - Mediterranean Near Me - Edgewater, New Jersey

Celebrated our anniversary here with an amazing dinner! Reservation was done via their website and they were happy to accommodate our request for a table with a view. Waterfront view of the Manhattan skyline, the drinks were Awesome! Highly recommend the mule! We had the greekamole appetizer to start, which was a carousel of Mediterranean flavor while light enough to still leave plenty of room for our main corse. I ordered the skirt steak, and could not have been happier. Cooked to perfection, this far exceeded my expectation! My wife had the short rib, which was also incredible. Overall great experience and highly recommend!! read more

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Great service! Beautiful views of the city....very unexpected. The food was fresh and prepared well. Get a drink from the cocktail list...or maybe two!! read more

We sat during Happy hour. Wasn't too busy the time we went. The place is beautiful inside and great view on the Hudson of NYC. We had a bit of everything on the happy hour menu. Spicy Feta Dip - was good but we definitely had better elsewhere. Had the good amount of bite/spicy to it. The pita was good too. 2 different types served with it. Lamb Burger Sliders - so tender and tasty. The best I had, red pepper aioli was perfect! Short rib sliders - these were amazing! Hands down great for happy hour. GOAT cheese poppers - limp, didn't pop. They were okay not the best. Grilled chicken wings - messy for happy hour. Lots of sauce on the plate. They were good but gotta tone down the sauce under the wings. We had drinks as well. Cucumber Margarita - was meh. Didn't taste a tequila in it just taste like water downed cucumber mint. Strawberry Jalapeño margarita - perfect sweet and spicy combo. Again not enough tequila in it though. Non happy hour drinks if Eden had bubbles - this hit the spot of missing alcohol. So good for a cocktail. Keel one is never a miss. A JUICY FLIRT TO DROP YOUR SKIRT - so tasty. Definitely a hit. Guava and Tequila combo hit good. Service was good but they did seem to be a bit foolish at the bar doing weird things. Seems like a good crew. Just idk why they were sticking straws in drinks and tasting it before serving to guests. read more

Food is amazing. Fresh! They take a little while to deliver food but worth the wait! That's how you know the food is freshly made! Second time there and would go here again! Vibe is good! Music and it over looks the city! My girlfriend's and I had a great meal with great views! read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while and finally got a chance to go there. Came here on a Friday night with two friends with reservations. The place was pretty packed. It's definitely a beautiful restaurant with great views and a nice ambiance. Our service was a tad slow the entire night. We ordered drinks and dinner while we enjoyed the views. My friends ordered the salmon and white rice dinner and they were pleased with it. I ordered the short ribs and risotto. My dish was food. Also has calamari and hummus with pita for appetizers. Calamari was just okay and the hummus was really good. I ordered a glass of chardonnay and was really surprised the small glass was $20!! That's expensive for glass of wine. There was a dj there playing dome tunes read more

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