Such a great meal, relaxed atmosphere, with beautiful food prepared with love! The service was attentive and engaging and we had such a great dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Robertson
Very disappointed! I’ve been three times now (I’m local) and honestly (message to the owners) “it’s the food, stupid’”… on each occasion, at least one dish I ordered was bad/not worth the price I paid.. and tonight, none of them were so I thought let’s say something. Tonight, I kept it simple … ribs and fries. The ribs were sooooo salty (how does your cook screw that up?) and the fries has a great under flavour of malt vinegar (as advertised) but then also wayyyy too much salt again.
This place was empty (I get it’s Tuesday) but honestly this place isn’t going to work unless the management/owners pay closer attention to the food and service.
Also, the bar staff could not have been less attentive (I sat at the bar)but certainly had time to chat about their thoughts and feelings on random crap. Do better neighbours!!
Alexandra Arroliga
One of my absolute favorite meals this year. Service, vibe and food were all 10/10. Standouts for us were the spare ribs, wedge salad, seafood tower (the razor clams and smoked fish dip especially) and the prawns and grits. Great wine list as well. Highly recommend for a date night or fun friend/family dinner.
Walked in on Friday night and had the best experience! Friendly staff, delicious drinks and very welcoming vibes. Highly recommend and will try to make our way back soon!
Magnus Westergren
The problem with trying to make a nice piece of fish taste like a piece of southern fried chicken, is that if you succeed too well, well, then why not use the cheaper chicken? Why did I pay for this nice fish? We had oysters, razor clams, scallops crudo, and the fried skate. Across the board, too many flavors added, and not always too balanced. If you like seafood, and a restaurant that celebrates it with subtle interventions, this is not the place for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Kylee Whitworth
I’ve been lucky to have a few different types of experiences here: the tasting menu with several friends, hanging out at the bar for drinks and apps, and brunch at the summer pop up, Dogwood Cafe. Every time has been a delight! The food is phenomenal and like nothing you’ve had before. Drinks are delicious as well. The fried skate is one of my favorite dishes I’ve had all year and the creativity of the hush puppy egg waffle is as eye catching as it is tasty. I’d recommend this place for a date night, a night out with friends, and the cocktails are so great it is perfect for stopping in before a night out. Love this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
Mark S
This was a great find during our trip to New York. We ordered The Tower and lobster toast and both were fresh and tasty. Servers were friendly and efficient. I’d definitely return and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Toast
Natalie Cho
Beautiful restaurant, amazing service, insane flavors/textures in every dish. The fried skate + biscuit altered my brain chemistry. I will be back many times! Everyone should go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
Sarah Hahm
I almost never leave reviews but had to leave five stars as this restaurant has become one of my ultimate favourites in the city. The food is incredible (special shoutout to the pastries - the textures and flavours are perfect!!), staff is welcoming, and the interior is lovely. 10/10. Not one to miss!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alexander Chin
The food and service were great! The desserts are a must have.
This place was fantastic. Mixing southern food with Asian cuisine is a great concept but could be difficult to pull off - Figure Eight does it and then some. The pineapple bun, clams and the pork ribs were my favorite dishes, all quality. Overall 10/10 experience, highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kenny
The Bolobao was insane, the skate was fire, the ice cream was also a highlight. The grits were creamy and delicious paired perfectly with the langoustine/scampi?. Cocktails were cool and creative, especially mixing in Baijiu which isn't seen that much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
Jonathan Kim
Don’t sleep on the Bolobao!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Corn Jalapeno Bolobao
Justin G
Best meal I have had in the city. Hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
AJ Dowie
Love this place so much. The food is creative yet comforting at the same time. We ordered a TON of food for a big group so got to try nearly everything, and genuinely loved every dish. Can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hush Puppy HK Egg Waffle and Chicories & Persimmon Salad, Hot Fried Skate, Corn Jalapeno Bolobao
Such a great meal, relaxed atmosphere, with beautiful food prepared with love! The service was attentive and engaging and we had such a great dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very disappointed! I’ve been three times now (I’m local) and honestly (message to the owners) “it’s the food, stupid’”… on each occasion, at least one dish I ordered was bad/not worth the price I paid.. and tonight, none of them were so I thought let’s say something. Tonight, I kept it simple … ribs and fries. The ribs were sooooo salty (how does your cook screw that up?) and the fries has a great under flavour of malt vinegar (as advertised) but then also wayyyy too much salt again.
This place was empty (I get it’s Tuesday) but honestly this place isn’t going to work unless the management/owners pay closer attention to the food and service.
Also, the bar staff could not have been less attentive (I sat at the bar)but certainly had time to chat about their thoughts and feelings on random crap. Do better neighbours!!
One of my absolute favorite meals this year. Service, vibe and food were all 10/10. Standouts for us were the spare ribs, wedge salad, seafood tower (the razor clams and smoked fish dip especially) and the prawns and grits. Great wine list as well. Highly recommend for a date night or fun friend/family dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Barbecue Pork Ribs, Razor Clams
Walked in on Friday night and had the best experience! Friendly staff, delicious drinks and very welcoming vibes. Highly recommend and will try to make our way back soon!
The problem with trying to make a nice piece of fish taste like a piece of southern fried chicken, is that if you succeed too well, well, then why not use the cheaper chicken? Why did I pay for this nice fish? We had oysters, razor clams, scallops crudo, and the fried skate. Across the board, too many flavors added, and not always too balanced. If you like seafood, and a restaurant that celebrates it with subtle interventions, this is not the place for you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
I’ve been lucky to have a few different types of experiences here: the tasting menu with several friends, hanging out at the bar for drinks and apps, and brunch at the summer pop up, Dogwood Cafe. Every time has been a delight! The food is phenomenal and like nothing you’ve had before. Drinks are delicious as well. The fried skate is one of my favorite dishes I’ve had all year and the creativity of the hush puppy egg waffle is as eye catching as it is tasty. I’d recommend this place for a date night, a night out with friends, and the cocktails are so great it is perfect for stopping in before a night out. Love this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
This was a great find during our trip to New York. We ordered The Tower and lobster toast and both were fresh and tasty. Servers were friendly and efficient. I’d definitely return and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lobster Toast
Beautiful restaurant, amazing service, insane flavors/textures in every dish. The fried skate + biscuit altered my brain chemistry. I will be back many times! Everyone should go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
I almost never leave reviews but had to leave five stars as this restaurant has become one of my ultimate favourites in the city. The food is incredible (special shoutout to the pastries - the textures and flavours are perfect!!), staff is welcoming, and the interior is lovely. 10/10. Not one to miss!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and service were great! The desserts are a must have.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place was fantastic. Mixing southern food with Asian cuisine is a great concept but could be difficult to pull off - Figure Eight does it and then some. The pineapple bun, clams and the pork ribs were my favorite dishes, all quality. Overall 10/10 experience, highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Bolobao was insane, the skate was fire, the ice cream was also a highlight. The grits were creamy and delicious paired perfectly with the langoustine/scampi?. Cocktails were cool and creative, especially mixing in Baijiu which isn't seen that much.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Razor Clams, Long Beans
Don’t sleep on the Bolobao!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Fried Skate, Corn Jalapeno Bolobao
Best meal I have had in the city. Hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love this place so much. The food is creative yet comforting at the same time. We ordered a TON of food for a big group so got to try nearly everything, and genuinely loved every dish. Can’t wait to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hush Puppy HK Egg Waffle and Chicories & Persimmon Salad, Hot Fried Skate, Corn Jalapeno Bolobao
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