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We hadn't dined at this longtime Houston restaurant in many years. It just didn't come to mind when we thought about fine dining despite its well deserved reputation for having some of the best food and loveliest settings in town when it comes to private events. But when we read about the new chef, Jeremie Robison, who had been at the Mansion in Dallas, and we had friends visiting from out of town who were staying in the Medical Center, it seemed like a great choice. We were particularly excited to see the holiday decorations at this Montrose Boulevard architectural standout.
We weren't disappointed. Very few tables were filled on the weekday night but the ambience and service were warm and inviting. The menu is divided between old standards that have apparently been on the menu for years and new additions from the chef. Our friend raved over the butternut squash soup, and we enjoyed the appetizer duck tasting plate (the arugula confit salad was a standout). Generously portioned entrees included a NY strip, grilled whole branzino, beef filet, and Chilean sea bass. The beef was of the highest quality and perfectly cooked. The delicate branzino was nicely done.
The maitre 'd couldn't have been more gracious. After dinner, he gave us a tour of the lovely bedroom suites and the top floor art gallery.
Give this place a shot, particularly for a special occasion. There likely wouldn't be a lovelier (and quiet) setting in Houston for a wedding proposal. We look forward to trying Zimm's Little Deck, the self-described fancy icehouse on Richmond, where the chef is also minding the stove.
