Monday, June 15, 2015

Revisiting Craftsman Tavern

On Friday nights Ron and I look for somewhere local, quick and not too expensive for a quick dinner.  Happy Hours are often our choice.  We had been to Craftsman twice last year, but for some reason had not returned.  We tried it again on a Friday night recently, and absolutely loved it.  It was busy, and we were almost turned away, as most of the tables were reserved.  It's good to know you can reserve there, even during happy hour.

Our bill was $32.  Here's what we had.  We had the Blue Ribbon Caesar, a delicious twist on the Caesar salad.  The romaine leaves are kept whole, the salad is covered in grated parmesean cheese and wonderful bread crumbs, then dressed with a light Caesar dressing.  Plenty of salad for two to share.  Next we had an artisian cheese and sausage plate, with prosciutto, several slices of sausage, a nice hard cheese (not sure what it was) apple slices, and a fig compote.  Ron was not crazy about the sausage (I don't eat sausage), but otherwise, it was a delicious, and beautiful plate.  Next we had the charred local octopus.  I had never had octopus before and was in the mood to try something different.  I'm so happy I did.  This was a fantastic dish.  The octopus was grilled, and served with a hazelnut-romesco sauce (red sauce), with lemon, garlic and parsley red potatoes.  I can't wait to go there and order it again.  During happy hour they have their signature wines for $6.  I had the merlot.  Ron's not a drinker, so he stuck with water.  All that food for $32.

I've never actually had a full meal there, other than lunch, and they have so many delicious sounding entrees I must try it one day.  In the meantime, go there for happy hour if you get the chance.  Great flatbreads too, lots of snacks like their heirloom black seed popcorn with black truffle salt and parmigiano cheese, deviled eggs, truffled French fries, deep fried Brussels sprout, chicken wings, and pulled pork sliders.  There's much more too, and all the snacks and appetizers are $3 off the regular price during happy hour.  Enjoy.

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