Charlie, thanks for the blog info. Looks really delicious. That’s the winner. Was going to do Hatfields as it was great last time we went and I was itching for the croque madame, but figured I would try something new. I’ll post my experience after I go on the 11th.
the original in london was excellent several years ago. we went when that was the only one. i can’t speak to any of the outposts, but i doubt they’re bad.
I have been a couple of times and I leave unimpressed each time. The food is just kind of flat from my perspective. My favorite thing on the menu are the french green beans. Everything is absurdly expensive. I felt the same thing about Chi Lin…a lot of sparkle, very little substance.
I agree with greenr about the sparkle, but I was pretty satisfied with my meal the last time I was there. It is pricey, sure, but the aesthetic is great and in my experience, so was the food.
Def. a bit pricey as it adds up quick with all of the dishes, but a great meal overall. DimSum was excellent, SeaBass rocked… but (and I can’t believe I’m actually saying this as a meat eater) the Tofu dish was better than my beef dish (Peppered Beef). Dessert (their take on a PB& J) was forgettable. I’d def. go back
Glad to hear you enjoyed it, it’s caddy-corner to my office and I walk and drive by it every day. Always seemed to be slammed at night even during the week, and the people I know that have gone enjoyed it as well. Will check it out.