Joey Stewart Verified

Food: 5/5  Vibe: 4/5  Service: 5/5  Value: 3/5  Overall: 4/5

If you are looking for a romantic, intimate dinner for you and that special someone, look no further than York Street. Immediately upon being seated, we were greeted with warm hand towels, bowls of almonds and olives, and a glass of complimentary white sherry. These little extras were just the thing to get us settle us in while we perused the diverse menu that changes daily. We were plagued with indecision - everything looked delicious. We soon found out that we were right.

We started with deliciously rich foie gras, which was served with a cranberry reduction and tiny croutons. Additionally we ordered four perfectly presented Cushing Bay oysters that were small, sweet, and light years beyond what you would find at the typical raw bar.

Not quite ready for our main course, we split a perfectly proportioned order of steamed mussels and clams, which were attractively combined in one dish. As we quickly devoured them, we discovered the sauce-soaked bread hiding underneath – a good thing since it kept us from impolitely using our spoons to savor the broth.

The main courses are extremely varied, with everything from scallops to sweetbreads; however, after much thought, we chose the rabbit and the sturgeon. Even as an avid a seafood lover, I have never even seen this fish on any menu anywhere. What a great surprise to find that it is one of the most deliciously marbled whitefish that I have ever tasted. The rabbit was luscious as well, falling off the bone and perfectly accompanied with quince and East Texas peas.

Each dish is listed with wine recommendations by the glass, and we agreed with their choices each time.

Be aware that York Street is extremely small - seating only 40 - so be sure to make a reservation, especially since there is no place to wait for a table due to the compact floor plan. Mirrored walls help open up the space, and amusing black and white photographs dress the walls. Though the atmosphere and expert level of cuisine easily lends itself to stuffiness and pretension, York Street’s service is far from intimidating and overall quite welcome and friendly.

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