The only trouble with this establishment was finding the entrance, something that took a walk around the block, as we missed it at first glance. It is discretely located on the corner of a block, with an unassuming wooden door, where the only clue is...a small brass plate above a door buzzer.
Other than that a perfect experience. We found the difficulty in finding the entrance something to laugh about, not troubling. Nonetheless, be sure to arrive a bit early, in order to locate the entrance.
We appreciated being given a small folder with a list of all of the courses, once
Once you buzz the door, you enter the vestibule where your coats are taken.
Then you proceed to the "living room" downstairs, where welcome drinks and the first three to four courses are served. Beautiful pieces of art to look at! To describe these starters as an explosion of tastes would not do them true service. These hors dóuevres are a carefully orchestrated gustatory symphony of contrasting and complimenting tastes. Be aware that the champagne costs extra.
After the starters, you proceed to the dining room on the main floor, where several more courses are served, each one an experience in itself, with balanced combinations of flavours that I would not have imagined. Each dish was lovely to look at, delightful to tase.
Then it is back to the "living room" to wind down with desserts.
The service was excellent, formal and highly attentive, yet still friendly and approachable with any questions. The staff worked as a well-orchestrated team to ensure that the diners were served their courses with precision, and that any questions were answered.
You can watch the cooks make the final preparations with precision.
We were a party of four, where I was the only one to take the wine package, which was very good, but perhaps a bit of a let-down given the price tag. Nonetheless, I would probably go for the wine pairing again if I did it once more. Be aware that each glass of wine is for about three courses. One of the others took two glasses of wine, one white and one red, with the main courses. and were very pleased. One member of the group took a non-alcoholic beverage pairing which was remarkably good, an unconventional combination of ingredients that resulted in an impressive drink.
Yes, this experience does costs a small fortune, but it is worth it. It was impressive on so many levels.
Be aware that this is a set menu. I doubt that it would appeal to vegetarians or those with special dietary needs.More