Good for: an intimate date, non-adventurous palates looking to get into the pan-Asian cuisine along Castro
Bad for: an awkward first date (or third, fourth or fifth- break up already!), adventure eaters
Cost for 2: $43.00 with tax & tip (no beverages)
We finally tried this place tonight because we weren't in the mood for anything specific: exactly the situation that set us on this mission in the first place. This restaurant was perfect for that.
The ambiance is clean, elegant and intimate. It was also pretty quiet. It was a good date place for us because we are able to talk to each other; but, for a couple without much to talk about there is no people watching or other disasters for respite.
We shared the Fresh Rolls with peanut sauce as an appetizer. The rolls were beautiful. The fresh and clean taste of the mint was well-complemented by the savory fat of the peanut sauce (when you got enough of it). For dinner I had the Carmelized Basa Fish in Clay Pot. The fish was sweet and savory and well-cooked. I only wanted for some kind of green vegetable to add some variety. Jason had the Special Rice in Clay Pot (with mushrooms, ginger, Chinese sausage and BBQ chicken). It was warm and comforting but not very exciting.
The service was excellent. The staff was attentive and polite. They delivered the entrees in the clay pots and removed the lids tableside, releasing a thick, aromatic steam.
This would be great for someone not willing to venture into authentic dim-sum or spicy curry but who is interested in trying a new global cuisine.
Savory is a very appropriate name for this restaurant. Although the food wasn't groundbreaking in any way, it was solid and well-cooked. The things we ordered tonight would be especially good for a rainy day. We will likely go back and sample some of the other menu items.
Bonus: takes reservations on Open Table.
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