by Berk U. on I went to Tao for restaurant week with my girlfriend and got the 3 course prix-fixe dinner. Generally speaking, I'm somewhat skeptical about fusion restaurants because they bring a lot of good dishes but don't really offer a harmonious meal. Looking back, Tao was certainly no exception to this rule. In regards to the restaurant week menu, I would recommend the Crispy Tuna Rolls as well as the Sea Bass. Also, I would recommend staying away from the Tao Salad, which is literally a bunch of field greens drenched in dressing. One last piece of advice would be to avoid the Wasabi Crusted Filet Mignon, which again isn't particularly special in any way (the wasabi crumbles off to leave behind a flavorless filet). The one pleasant surprise of the evening was the desert. I got the Banana Bread Pudding, which is somehow both delightfully light and creamy. As for my girlfriend, she got the Chocolate Spring Rolls, which are complemented with a tangy orange sauce. Both dishes were absolutely delicious. Other facts - the restaurant is certainly beautiful and the atmosphere is great. The only drawback is that couples are packed close to each other on a series of small tables on the top floor - it makes for somewhat of an uncomfortable dinner, especially if the neighboring party is noisy. If you can, try to specify that you'd like a large table when you're making your reservation or simply book a table for 3 people.
