Belden Taverna sits on a replica of a French alley section of town located on Belden street. It is a nice section to try to pretend your in Paris complete with the crowded SRO's that face into the building right next to it and the pushy sales people offering menus. This environment almost made me want to leave if it wasn't for the 1,000 point open table reward at the end of it.
Atmosphere: Small restaurant with 15 tables indoor and 6 tables or so outdoor in the alley. A unrefined romantic ambiance suddenly ruined by the large bar and HDTV's. Could have been a bit cleaner for what they were serving.
Service: 4 out of 5 spoons
Service was good and straight forward. The waiter had excellent knowledge and command of the dishes but ultimately nothing to write home about.
Food: 3 out of 5 forks
Food Comments:Average food without any surprises or lasting impressions.
Appetizers:
Truffle Mac and Cheese
Fontina, White Cheddar, Parmesan, Feta Cheese and Crispy Pancetta $10
Caesar Salad
Croutons and Shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano $9
Entree:
(MR.)
American Kobe Beef Short Rib
Red Wine and Tomato Braising Sauce, Garlic Mashed Potatoes $26
(MRS)
Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Portobello Mushroom, Fish Fritters, Piquillo Coulis $19
(MRS)
Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Portobello Mushroom, Fish Fritters, Piquillo Coulis $19
Wine Paring: N/A nothing on this menu is worth the price BRING YOUR OWN WINE!
1 out of 5 corks for the cost of mediocre wines.
Favorite dish (of Mr.): N/A, Food was just comfort food and not even executed in any impressive form or fashion.
Favorite dish (of Mrs.): Caesar Salad (because I haven't eaten it in so long...even my few bites was heaven)
Cost: 60 per person without wine (Tax and Tip Included)
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