$$$$ • Southern • Park Ridge
When I first booked this reservation , I was not aware that it was inside a hotel. We took a chance and followed through. Because of the very high ceilings in the hotel, it was surprisingly quiet for a lobby and open concept. The server, Johnson, was simply delightful. He was attentive without being overbearing. We made the decision to order only appetizers and order a couple at a time with drinks. Although I'm usually a one and done drinker, my negroni was made to perfection, so it warranted another. Overall, the food was delicious. Although I would have preferred that the calamari be crispy. While it had a good flavor, it lacked crunch. The outstanding dish of the evening were the Corn Fritters that had just enough heat to balance out the sweetness of the corn. This is a hidden gem tucked inside a hotel. Do expect to pay a bit more than your average restaurant. Because it is inside a hotel.
