"The menu is compact, but that didn’t bother us; we both found several dishes that sounded enticing. I was a bit disappointed that they were out of crab cakes and not serving the sweet pea and basil soup that had been advertised as a weekend special on Facebook. However, we decided to share the picnic plate as an appetizer instead, which turned out to be a delightful choice. It featured homemade pickled vegetables (the brine was especially tasty), wonderful homemade country pâté, cheese, cherries, olives, and plenty of bread. We savored every bite.
For our main courses, I chose the scallops Pernod, which were perfectly cooked and beautifully sweet. The spinach and farro that accompanied the dish were simple but complemented it nicely. My husband ordered the seared tuna, cooked to a beautiful rare in the center, and topped with a wasabi sauce that truly elevated the dish.
For dessert, we shared a slice of carrot cake that looked and tasted incredibly homemade (I saw Patty cutting it from a cake carrier). It was hands down the best carrot cake I've had in a long time—moist, just sweet enough, and dangerously tempting. I found myself wishing we each had our own slice.
Everything we enjoyed was crafted with care and affection, making the dining experience feel intimate and cozy, as if we were having a lovely meal at a friend’s house. The restaurant is a family affair with a three-person team: Patty managing the front of house, one sister in the kitchen, and a busboy. Be prepared for a bit of a wait at times, but we didn’t mind at all given the relaxing atmosphere.
This ended up being my favorite dinner during our anniversary weekend in Burlington, even more so than our meals at Honey Road and Hen of the Wood. We eagerly look forward to returning."