The Emerald left such an impression on me. This restuarant is ran by one family. The brother is the 5 star chef, the sisters help prepare the dishes, and wait on the tables, I believe the mom and dad are involved as well but I can't remember what their duties are. They moved from Ireland 20 years ago and opened The Emerald. The restuarant is a cottage, meant to represent the entire look and feel of Ireland, right down to the authentic smaller offset doors & entries, wallpaper, & yes, even a green claw foot bathtub in the womens bathroom. You have to be able to appreciate that they have brought a piece of their home here to the states for us to expierience & enjoy. If you can do that, you won't see it as a ""bit shabby"". If you want a truly authentic Irish experience, this place will give it to you. It is not fancy, it is cozy, unique, & eclectic. They have the best food and service of anywhere I have ever been. I highly recommend the onion soup, they actually serve it inside the onion! The largest I have ever seen I might add. It is absolutely incredible. My husband ordered the duck, I ordered petite medallions,. Entrees are served with vegetables, potato, & bottomless soda bread (2 kinds), & homemade fresh whipped butter (2kinds). Everything is made from scratch, with a very unique blending of herbs & spices especially for you. I have not had anything that was even slighty ordinary from here. This place is our treat. We go when we want to be alone and talk, share amazing food. It is on the pricier side, but for us it is worth it. On average we spend $150 on our entire meal, including soup, salad, bread, main course, tea, dessert & coffee(no alcohol). Try it, you will be surprised.
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