by Josie Singleton of Eat This Fort Worth

Seasonal ingredients from local and regional producers find their place on the menu at Ellerbe Fine Foods.

As part of my Magnolia Avenue Restaurant Series, I thought I’d start with the newest restaurant to grace Magnolia Avenue in Fort Worth – Ellerbe Fine Foods.

The Vibe

This former filling station on Magnolia Avenue has been transformed into an airy, casually urban space with rustic touches. The patio feels like a relaxing front porch that invites you to stay with colorful chairs and large fans to keep you cool on warm evenings. The interior dining space evokes simple sophistication with white tablecloths and clean lines.

The Food

Seasonal ingredients from local and regional producers find their place on the menu at Ellerbe Fine Foods. Ellerbe’s fills the Fine Dining niche on Magnolia so the prices are higher compared to the other restaurants on this street but completely worth it. With write-ups in Gourmet, high praise from the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, and 4 1/2 stars from the Dallas Morning News – Ellerbe’s deserves a visit.

The thoughtfully planned out menu highlights the best qualities of these ingredients. Deborah’s Farmstead Chevre, produced in Fort Worth, is a delicious standout. The Summer Melon and Deborah’s Farmstead Chevre featured this beautiful artisanal cheese. The constantly changing menu accommodates available produce and ingredients.

The Service

The staff will knowledgeably explain all the ingredients and their origins. Even in the midst of a busy dinner service the waiters maintain their composure and ensure that you are well taken care of. You will appreciate thoughtful attention to small details such as a black napkin for patrons wearing dark colors to avoid leaving lint.

Eat This

The Homegrown Tomato Salad lives up to the name with luscious Carter Farm’s tomato wedges drizzled in rich buttermilk dressing and accompanied by a creamy Brazos Valley Blue Cheese and crunchy Hush Puppy croutons.

Brie Crostini and Bella Vista Truffle Oil make the Roasted Cauliflower Soup positively luxurious.

The Curried Lamb Chops were given just a tease of curry, which keeps the rich lamb flavor dominant.

Seasonal ingredients shine in deserts such as a Texas Peach and Prosecco Semifreddo.

If you’re looking for a down home, sticky sweet dessert, the Maw Maw Bread pudding is the way to go.

Desert paired with a pot of French Press coffee completes the upscale, Southern dining experience.

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