The surprising thing about the restaurant is that the quality of the food differs enormously. The appetizers- a bland crabcake, almost not very fresh-tasting mussels (but in a surprsingly good tomato sauce) and good but lacking some salt and flavor escargot- were inadequate. Although for the price it wasn't that outrageous (from 7 to 10 dollars). But some of the entries were simply delicious. The $15 dollar, medium rare steak, marinated, juicy and served in a rich red wine sauce with mashed potatoes was better then many far more expensive ones I've tried. Lamb with couscous was good, but not more then that..the mediterranean flavors were clearly lacking. Ravioli in pesto sauce were also good but not great. What blew me away was the fresh cheese gnocci with mushroom truffle sauce ($13). They were simply outstanding- savoury, rich with just enough cheese 'unami' and mushroom bite. I have honestly never ate better ravioly (or any kind of pasta dish) anywhere else. This doubled both as gourmet and comfort food. The warm chocolate cake for desert with fresh strawberries was also very good and definitely worth a try.
Pros: entrees, ambience, garden
Cons: appetizers, cheap wine list
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