It is always a special treat to dine there, and if you have even been fortunate enough to be there, you will understand from the spectacular view of the water for the entire dining room, to the incredible 4 star service to the menu, its an experience unlike any, other than perhaps Per Se in the Time Warner in nYC or the French Laundry in Napa.
The restaurant is small & does require a reservation well in advance in season. It offers three tasting menus- A three course, of appetizer, entree & dessert, a five course with 3 apps or the eight course "Chef's Tasting" with our without a wine pairing.
My husband had the 3 & of course, lol, I had the five.
When you first are seated, the chef sends out a "complimentary" little treat. Saturday night was a thin crusty toastade with a bit of goat cheese, filet of beef & wood mushrooms- wonderful & the perfect way to start with my chilled glass of champagne!
They also sent out, from the chef, for me, which was quite lovely of them, their charcuterie platter- with the most delicious pates of liver fois gras and chorizo, thick slices of spicy salami with whole grain mustard, pickled vegetables and slices of grilled bread. FANTASTIC!!!!!
Next, I had the malapeque oysters, 6 perfectly chilled morsels over rock salt & ice topped with a refreshing gratinee (flavored ice) of tomato basil and to keep my partner happy, the chef sent over a salad of lobster with sweet corn & homemade tortellini- how amazing!!
Next, I had the Corn Nage, which was the best soup I ever ate toped with fresh crabmeat, and my husband had the seared scallops with baby peas . Next, dinner, which interestingly, we both opted for the same dish! Lamb chops- two large perfectly medium rare think chops served with a ragu of fava beans, roasted carrots, lamb sausage and Homemade gnocchi which I have to say was beyond sensational!!!!!!!!!!!!! All I can say is OMG!!!!!!
Dessert- my favorite- chocolate souffle with a chocolate sauce that is served on the side after they poke the first hole & pour a bit in and my partner had the rich frozen chocolate pudding with biscotti, and a rich dark chocolate drizzle.
The entire meal, including a fabulous bottle of 2006 Jordan Cab was one of the best meals I have ever had- and I eat out- dine out 7 nights a week! If you are ever in Newport, DO GO!!!!!! It 's a magnificent place & a delicious dining experience!
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