Food

New eatery parks itself on Washington Street

Because Garage Taco Bar is new to the scene, the restaurant is still finding its place in the Downtown landscape and is working on getting its name out there. Still, Sharp says ...


Restaurant Week 2016

Restaurant Week Fall 2016: Whole in the Wall

My dining partner’s pesto was light and refreshing. We were both surprised to learn that pesto was not simply a pungent basil sauce but rather any sauce created from mincing herbs, tomatoes ...


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: House of Reardon

If you go to House of Reardon get the homemade chips. ...


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: Alexander's Cafe

The pumpkin soup was a bright orange and topped with toasted pumpkin seeds, adding a necessary crunch to an otherwise smooth soup. ...


Restaurant Week 2016

Restaurant Week Fall 2016: South City Publick House

South City Publick House has that classic gastropub aesthetic: exposed brick, overhanging air ducts, dim incandescent lighting and an abundance of hardwood. It’s a casual atmosphere, but clearly with refinement in mind....


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: Lost Dog

For an entree I ordered the Moroccan vegetable tagine, which is a stew made from root vegetables and beans braised in a cinnamon-cumin broth and served on a bed of herbed couscous. ...


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: The Shop

The third course was where The Shop really managed to stand out. We ordered a black cherry dessert crepe (one of many flavor options), and a spiked coffee drink. The coffee was ...


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Restaurant Week 2016: Taj Tandoor

My friend, who had the mango chicken was very captivated by her dish. The chicken, which is accompanied by rice, made for the perfect supplement to the naan bread. It was well ...


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: Sake-Tumi

Sake-Tumi boasts a menu that is large enough to always try something new and satisfy any Asian-fusion craving. Next time, though, I’ll stick to conventional and casual Japanese dining and order my ...


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Restaurant Week Fall 2016: Social on State

After the first round my growing excitement and rising expectations were met as I sampled the macaroni and cheese and stuffed acorn squash. The macaroni and cheese was bursting with flavors of ...