"Had been here a few years ago and remembered having a good experience, not so much this time. Its bright, loud and the staff seemed very frantic. Initially seated us near the kitchen at a four top, when there were clearly better two top tables away from the clanking and smoke billowing area near the bathroom. Service was disjointed. Salad and mussels came out fairly quickly, but quite under-seasoned. After adding quite a bit of salt the mussels were pretty good. Entrees took a bit and looked nice upon initial inspection, but then we noticed a complete lack of sauce for the gnocchi. Luckily my girlfriend asked and we were later informed the chef forgot to add the sauce. What was brought, was barely enough to season the dish. Also, there was quite a bit of garlic, which was unfortunately burnt; my girlfriend described it as equal parts flavorless and bitter. Similarly the scallop pork belly risotto was tasteless. Couldn't taste the leeks and it was clear the risotto was cooked without any salt in the broth. Even after vigorously adding salt, you still couldn't taste the flavor...or lack thereof. Our lack of enthusiasm wasn't lost on the waitress, so they gave us a slice of cheesecake as a peace offering on our way out. Upon arriving at home we tried it. Literally no vanilla flavor or lemon...or really anything at all. Also, while light, it was an odd texture for cheesecake and we wound up throwing it away... A first for us both. Wanted to like this place and had high hopes, but at every turn, from the tasteless food, disjointed service, bright and loud atmosphere...this is going to be a no for me dog. Not sure if they were having an off night, but we won't be back for another try of this overrated local bistro."
