I have to lean toward the professional restaurant critics based on what I've read here (though many of these reviews are hard to understand because ther're English as Second...or third Language) I've been reading about Table 8 for years and I have had little samplings at Food and Wine Festival and a few other local events. I just had my second dinner at Table 8 and can now say it is fabulous. The flavors are wonderful, simple and pure, nothing over done- the perfect amount of ingredients- never too many. My Grouper was of the perfect moisture and texture and the porciutto was a different, but welcomed touch. Previously I had tried the Pompano, a local fish that was so simply done, yet beautifully balanced with the rest of the flavors on the plate. He seems to use alot of iron greens...swiss chard, things from that family...which the bitterness of balances the sweetness of his proteins wonderfully. \r
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Our side dishes were all spectacular, and though a few were what you would expect at a steak house, most were refreshingly unique!\r
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We tend to dine early, so I can't speak to the ssues of service once packed or attitude at the hostess stand. \r
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On both occasions my server was very friendly, cool and controled and totally devoid of any attitude. The manager (who acted as bus-boy when needed, Sommelier when needed, and server) was wonderfully charming and his Britich accent (whether real or not) reinforced his aire of sophistication.\r
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Do a bit of research on Table 8 if you havent seen anything in the past and I'm sure you will find, as I have, that is will meet your highest expectations!
Pros: Perfection in Flavors and ingredients
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