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Sausalido - Pittsburgh

Sausalido - Pittsburgh

4621 Liberty Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15224, 15224-1946, United States

Wine • Soup • Steak • American


"Since this is just an update I won't bore you with anything other than the highlights. Service: better this time. We were in no way rushed through our meal and enjoyed ourselves for a little over two hours. She was helpful with suggestions and efficient with removing plates from the table. Complimentary white bean hummus with balsamic vinegar and red peppers: Very flavorful as per usual. We were offered seconds but declined to not fill up on bread. Spiced gala apple spread with mascarpone goat cheese honey and crostini there were only five small pices and six of us so portion size needs to be considered if you have more than five people. The crostini was WAY too hard and hurt my teeth chewing it. The spiced cinnamon apples were amazingly flavorful and nicely complemented the drizzled honey. The goat cheese was tasty and added a unique profile to enhance the sweet apples. Smoked Gouda(sage wheat encrusted smoked Gouda , sautéed spinach, sun dried tomatoes, pesto , balsamic reduction) one of my favorite appetizers ever! Smoky with a hint of nuts and slightly sweet from the sun dried tomatoes. Excellent as always. If you only get one appetizer here get this! Complimentary salad no dressing choice this time. Beets and pickled onions were nice additions. Crab cakes with zucchini risotto and housemade remoulade very meaty, little to no filler. Large portion. Zucchini risotto was creamy and prepared perfectly. Roasted Duck breast with cranberry orange reduction and aged broccoli cheddar hash the duck was so tender! The skin was perfectly crisp! Portion was very large for both the duck and the hash. The cranberry orange reduction was quite unique when paired with the duck and offered a nice, sweet counterbalance for dipping. The broccoli cheddar hash was just homefries with cheddar and steamed broccoli. I'd suggest a different side dish be paired with this as it was just too simplistic with the more evolved flavors from the duck and reduction. It was seasoned well but just seemed out of place. Frenched 16 oz. pork chop with roasted spice pear reduction and smoky blue cheese mashed potatoes the pork chop was thick yet very tender. The pear reduction was a unique twist on the typical apple/chop combination. The blue cheese mash were tasty but on the runny side. My review stands at 4 stars since I have had the chance to explore more in the US since my last review. While not getting everything perfect, they get enough right to make this an always solid choice for an evening out."

Bonsai Japanese Steak House

Bonsai Japanese Steak House

11629 US Highway 70 W Clayton, NC 27520-2266, United States

Sushi • Kebab • Asiatic • Seafood


"If you've visited this restaurant before and were not impressed, I recommend giving it another try. I wasn't a fan when I first visited some time ago, but with new management, the food has improved and the prices are more reasonable. The focus is now on sushi, and they go by the name 'Sushi Bonsai'. I was really impressed by the sushi offerings, especially the Boat for One which included Nigiri, Sashimi, and a special roll like the Salmon Lover. The special rolls such as Cherry Blossom, Red Diamond, Yummy Roll, and Bentley were all delicious. On Wednesdays and Thursdays, they have a Buy One Get One free promotion. The service during lunch was quick and friendly, with generous wine pours. I went with my mom before heading back to LA, and we appreciated the welcoming owner, attentive server, and tasty food at Bonsai. The prices were reasonable, with good specials. The rolls and Seaweed salad were all tasty and came out promptly. I definitely plan on returning when I visit NC again. The service on Thursday night was exceptional, prices were reasonable, and the food was delicious. The Hibachi dishes are top-notch, and the sushi selection is fresh and diverse. A favorite option is the bento box combo, which includes Hibachi with a half serving of sushi roll, dessert, and drink for around $7. While the sushi may not be extravagant, it is still enjoyable, and the service is warm and efficient."