The neighborhood and the entire city have a lovely new gem in The Grove. From the gorgeous setting to the sleek decor; the superb wine list to the reasonably-priced, creative menu, you simply can't go wrong here. I've been many times since they opened in December and have yet to be disappointed. The entrees, which were great to begin with, have been fine-tuned over the weeks, getting progressively better. Not only are there tons of amazing wines on the list and in the flights, but there are plenty of excellent bottles for take-out (and you get a discount on bottles you buy to bring home). The wait staff has always been very attentive. I noticed a couple of negative reviews below and can't believe it. The likely explanation seems to be that perhaps the reviewers underestimated how packed the place gets, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Personally, I'd rather eat at a busy restaurant than a dead one, and I'd be very forgiving to anyone who is trying their best to serve a party of 18 during a Friday night rush.\r
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Try the bruschetta and the bolognese. And hang out on the patio with some wine while you wait for your table. Beautiful spot, fabulous food and drink, and a wonderful staff. Sounds like a recipe for longevity.
Pros: yum.
Cons: it's almost always busy, but it's a nice place to pass time with good wine
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