My fiance and I went to dinner last night after reading Craig LeBan's review. We had already decided on our entree based on his descriptions. My fiance wanted the pork shoulder and I wanted the duck. \r
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After waiting 5 minutes to be seated, the waitress arrived to tell us the specials and imform us that the pork shoulder was already sold out. We figured this may happen given that it was 9:30 on Friday night. So my fiance ordered to chicken livers as appetizers and a wild boar dish special. I ordered a cauliflower soup special and the duck entree. The food was very good to even excellent at times. The duck with its crispy skin was the best of the dishes we ordered. \r
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We were thoroughly enjoying our dinner when my fiance noticed that the table next to us was given a pork shoulder entree. They were seated and ordered 20 minutes after us. We asked our waitress why we were told it was unavailable. She said she would check with the kitchen. When she returned, she did not offer an explanation. When she returned the second time, we presssed her again for a reason. She said that she wasn't sure. She was told the pork shoulder entree was not available, but we should call in advance next time to reserve it if that's the entree we wanted! \r
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I am truely disappointed in the service at Cochon. The food is very good. The atomsphere is relaxed. The prices are reasonable. It is a place we would have revisited had it not been for what transpired the last 10 minutes. I don't understand how a kitchen can be so arrogant as to dictate the availability of what it serves on a whim. I also wish that our waitress had treated us with a little more respect by being more forthcoming. We left with a sour taste in our mouth which is unfortunate because it started out being a very good night. We will not be back, but those who may want to try Cochon be advised of their finicky kitchen and don't be surprised if other tables are given food you were told was sold out!
Pros: food, ambience
Cons: SERVICE, Tempermental kitchen
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