07DEC04 was classic Seattle December cold-into-the-bones, wet, no sun, no fun; so avoid sushi/sashimi on this day of infamy. Why not be the renevant to an old favorite haunt?? The friendly staff promptly brought Pinot Grigio and menu. The waiter's suggested the menu's Osso Buco versus a special risotto with lamb sausage. Epiphany on a plate!! Mounded Milanese risotto with assertive saffron kick was topped with another huge mound of sauced satin silky smooth long-long braised veal (probably hind) shank......then topped by a heady toothsome Gremolata of parsley, rare garlic and citrus zest. The whole, served very hot, shot bolts of intense warmth into my deeply chilled bones for half-hour. Maybe the deep red fruity Montepulicano wine didn't diminish the effect either. Satiety; so I succumbed to taking a doggie's dessert box------like most diners leaving, grinning. I anxiously look toward my next visit; you should be there too!!
Pros: robust flavors, exciting specials, large portions
Cons: , limited wines by glas
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