by Colin B. on Went here during happy hour recently to try raw oysters for the first time with my girlfriend. The place is cozy and dark with a fireplace and friendly staff. Overall I'd say it looked pretty classy, so I thought it'd be a good place to order a sazerac. Strong drinks are necessary on occasions such as these, when one is nervous about trying something new. And when the food in question is about to be scarfed down by one's female companion, the ability to project confidence and suppress timidity is tantamount to a successful evening. A sazerac indeed. But this sazerac wasn't much more than straight bourbon with a faint hint of absinthe. Mildly chagrined, I was happy to find out that it was only 8 dollars. I like bourbon anyway. As for the oysters themselves, well, I have nothing to compare them against. I did like them. The sauces that were provided were interesting and tasty. My girlfriend liked them as well, although one of the oysters had a funky odor, and upon rationalizing that it was *probably* ok to eat, she promptly spit it out. One must be careful with such things. A good experience overall, but my lack of experience with oysters means I must leave room for better reviews elsewhere. 3 stars.
by Maurine Cabeza on I-- wow. I don't know. I heard many great things about this place, but it was probably for a different night. I went here some Thursday ago during an 80s night, and while the music was great, I didn't enjoy watching a bad version of Steve Buscemi grinding his crotch on an even worse version of Liza Minelli in a track suit's ass. Gross, gross, gross. It was an odd crowd, I'd have to say. I'd give this place a second chance, though. Just because I don't believe it really is that bad. It just can't be.
