I don't get to eat out at fine dining places very often, so when my mom asked me if I wanted to go somewhere nice for a change, I thought of the Slocum House right away. I had always heard wonderful things about the place. When we got there, I didn't know what to make of the chickens roaming around in the streets and the parking lot, but any concerns I had melted away when I saw how beautiful the setting was. From the parking lot, you go up a walkway into what feels like the woods and you see a gorgeous house amidst sparkling lights with the sound of trickling water coming from a lovely fountain. We were greeted by a smiling young man who led us to a great table with a view of the front courtyard (we had reservations and we were on time). I didn't get a chance to see the rest of the restaurant, but the room we were in was very cozy - though the lighting was a little dim. Being somewhat daring, we ordered something called ""poke cones"" for an appetizer. I thought the food was going to be old-fashioned (which is great, too, don't get me wrong), so I didn't expect what appeared in front of us - a very modern looking presentation of three ice-cream-type cones with chunks of tuna with an awesome sauce on a three-tiered metal dish. She and I will go back again just for that appetizer; it was amazing! For an entree, my mom ordered the seared ahi - YUM! - and I ordered the skirt steak - even more YUM! The New York steak came with green beans and mashed potatoes, but these weren't your average green beans and mashed potatoes. Better than Mom makes (sorry, Mom). We didn't order dessert, but what we saw at the other tables looked delicious! The service was great, too! I think that nowadays, as a young person, I feel like the old-fashioned and the modern juxtapose, and it's hard to find a balance. But I really had a great experience at the Slocum House, and it renewed my faith that there can be a harmony between the two. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up for the Slocum House!
Pros: Setting; Wonderful, Calming, and Classy Ambience; Superb Service
Cons: Somewhat Dim Lighting
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