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« Reply #1 on: September 21, 2009, 02:26:23 PM » |
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Excellent review Steph! I thought it was super delicious and I can't wait to go back!!
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« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2009, 02:28:50 PM » |
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seems a lot like Orsay...
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« Reply #3 on: September 21, 2009, 02:31:38 PM » |
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seems a lot like Orsay...
In some ways, the quality and service was spot-on. They are clearly going for a more Mediterranean, eclectic inspired menu where as Orsay has some specific French influence. |
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« Reply #4 on: September 21, 2009, 02:41:49 PM » |
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The service was awesome.. they were all about making sure we liked what we were getting and answering any questions we had... Also loved being able to sample wine before deciding on a glass. I can't wait until the opening and more menu selections!
This place would be awesome for a date night or another girly dinner.
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« Reply #5 on: September 21, 2009, 02:52:23 PM » |
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Dude, those mussels…
Mmmmmm
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stephendare
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« Reply #6 on: September 21, 2009, 03:03:34 PM » |
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Steph this place looks awesome!
The owners are very very good people as well. Very young and attractive, and ambitious.
They came from Jonathan Insetta's group of people, which is an amazing good thing.
Did you get to look at the wine list?
And did they say when the pizza oven gets kicked into action?
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« Reply #7 on: September 21, 2009, 03:09:17 PM » |
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Steph this place looks awesome!
The owners are very very good people as well. Very young and attractive, and ambitious.
They came from Jonathan Insetta's group of people, which is an amazing good thing.
Did you get to look at the wine list?
And did they say when the pizza oven gets kicked into action?
They are off to a great start! If I am not mistaken, there were a few pizzas on the soft-opening menu (2 or 3). So I think they are good to go. The wine list had a nice offering. In additional to the traditional whites and reds that you see regularly, they had some interesting blends. I appreciated the fact that they offered several by the glass in each category vs. just one or two. Not as extensive as Bistro Aix for example but definitely diverse enough. |
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« Reply #8 on: September 21, 2009, 04:43:38 PM » |
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Oh baby... I am soooo there...
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« Reply #9 on: September 21, 2009, 05:21:13 PM » |
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Cant wait to try the Pignoli Cookies!!! Whenever I go to NY i stop by a bakery on the way home and scarf these down on the plane ride back.
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« Reply #10 on: September 21, 2009, 05:35:09 PM » |
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Jaxlore - I am originally from Staten Island - little Italy haha.. so I miss having those tasty suckers at an arm's reach!! This was definitely a nice surprise for me!
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« Reply #11 on: September 21, 2009, 05:48:03 PM » |
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The rustic wood in this place is an amazing element as well. Its really solid and handsome looking.
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« Reply #12 on: September 22, 2009, 09:28:13 AM » |
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The wood is a nice touch! We all commented that it was cool the cheese plate came on a rustic wood board as well.
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« Reply #13 on: September 22, 2009, 12:20:26 PM » |
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Steph, you said that the grand opening is October 1. Is it serving lunch in the meantime?
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« Reply #14 on: September 22, 2009, 02:19:45 PM » |
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Steph, you said that the grand opening is October 1. Is it serving lunch in the meantime?
I have the following from the Times Union: Owners Sam Efron and Kiley Wynne Efron are going to try to keep control over seating during the trial run. So, if you want to check it out, you need to make reservations by calling (904) 398-3005. Here are the specials: Half off all food items, Sept. 7-11; free appetizer for two, Sept. 14-19; free glass of wine or beer with dinner, Sept. 21-26. The restaurant’s official opening (and when you won’t need reservations) is Oct. 1. |
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