Aureole

I, along with the rest of my table, was shocked that this restaurant merited a Michelin star. We wondered if perhaps they decided to give trainee chefs control of the kitchen because it was restaurant week, because the chefs were clearly out to lunch. I would rate the food 5/10. The appetizer, a tuna tartare, fell far short of our expectations. The texture made me wonder whether it had been thrown into a blender, and the taste was mediocre. The salmon entree was dry and the flavors were unable to redeem it. The best part of the entree were the potatoes underneath it, which were decent. Compared to a salmon at the Cheesecake Factory, it was really just embarrassing, and all the more so because this place had a Michelin star. The one redeeming factor of the meal was the excellent dessert; clearly the pastry chef was the only one not on vacation. I wonder whether the display of poor quality was related to restaurant week (not that that would be an excuse).

The service was all right. Classy, elegant decor. Overall, it had a beautiful interior, but was the epitome of mediocrity - not exactly what we expected from a Michelin starred restaurant.

Such a lovely atmosphere. The second time I went in the last waitress I had, remembered my order! A for presentation. A for decor. A for service and hospitality. B+ for food. Had the burger and lobster entree (Awesome combination)! The lobster was excellent but the burger was a little chewy. All of the desserts are wonderful! This is becoming my spot. Enjoy!