(由 Google 翻译)从踏入Little Water餐厅的那一刻起,我们就感受到了宾至如归的热情。餐厅氛围温馨宜人,员工热情周到,每一道菜都体现着精湛的技艺、用心和匠心独运。每一口都能感受到主厨的热情和创造力。
我们先从“大拼盘”(Grand Plate)开始,这道丰盛的海鲜大餐瞬间奠定了当晚的基调。它奢华丰盛,摆盘精美。每道菜都堪称美味,但有两道菜却让我眼前一亮:雪蟹钳和金枪鱼咖喱饭(Tuna nduja)。雪蟹简单美味,鲜甜细腻,与佐餐的芥末酱完美搭配。而金枪鱼咖喱饭则大胆而令人难忘,它拥有令人难以置信的浓郁风味,让我回味无穷。
另一道令人惊艳的则是搭配意大利乳清干酪、柠檬油和鱼子酱的玉米球。它们如此奢华,却又不失俏皮。将玉米面球切成两半,涂抹上乳清干酪,再淋上鱼子酱,简直就是梦寐以求的奢华享受。浓郁、口感和风味的平衡堪称完美。
生蓝鳍金枪鱼的菜肴以其简洁内敛而著称。份量十足,入口即化的口感完美无瑕,各种口味都和谐地融合在一起,丝毫不会掩盖金枪鱼本身的美味。这道菜构思巧妙,优雅大方,展现了这家厨房对平衡的精湛技艺。
凯撒沙拉更是令人惊喜,绝非后添之物。它分量十足,上面铺满了精致的本地奶酪碎,令人食欲大开。爽脆清爽,风味十足,这无疑是我吃过的最好的沙拉之一。
这时我们已经吃饱了,但当缅因州贻贝吐司上桌时,一切都变得不一样了。贻贝个头很大,味道鲜美,下面的吐司外脆里嫩,温暖可口,完美地吸收了所有的味道。这道菜质朴、舒适,又不失精致。
虽然我们此时几乎动弹不得,但甜点的诱惑力还是无法抗拒。酸橙挞堪称完美的压轴:酥脆的外皮黄油味十足,馅料酸甜可口,顶部覆盖着棉花糖般的蛋白霜,蓬松轻盈,甜度适中。这一切完美融合,让我们兴致勃勃地离开了。
鸡尾酒也值得一试。青柠牛奶潘趣酒口感顺滑均衡,我点的梅斯卡尔鸡尾酒烟熏味十足,调制精美,而那杯奶油酒与海鲜的搭配更是天作之合。显然,他们对美食的用心和艺术性也同样体现在酒吧项目上。
真正让整个体验更加完美的是他们的热情好客。我们始终受到热情的问候,丝毫没有感到匆忙。团队显然以照顾每一位客人为荣。他们对细节的关注,从甄选上乘食材到精心烹制的丰盛菜肴,都让每一刻都变得特别。
我们之前就很喜欢River Twice,所以深知主厨和团队的才华横溢,但Little Water餐厅的菜品更偏向海鲜,同时又保留了同样的热情和艺术感。这两家餐厅都值得一去,它们共同展现了如果做得好,用餐体验是多么令人兴奋和难忘。
这顿饭我永生难忘。每一道菜都堪称明星,鸡尾酒提升了用餐体验,热情好客让我们感到宾至如归。毫无疑问,五星好评。
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From the moment we walked into Little Water, we felt completely welcomed. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, the staff could not have been more gracious, and every single dish reflected skill, care, and talent. It was one of those meals where you could feel Chef’s passion and creativity in every bite.
We started with the grand plateau, which was this massive seafood amalgamation that immediately set the tone for the evening. It was indulgent, abundant, and beautifully presented. Everything on it was excellent, but two things stole the show for me: the snow crab claws and the tuna nduja. The crab was lovely in its simplicity, sweet and delicate, and paired perfectly with the mustard that accompanied it. The tuna nduja, on the other hand, was bold and unforgettable. It had such an incredible depth of flavor that I will be thinking about it for the rest of my days.
The hush puppies with ricotta, lemon oil, and caviar were another standout. They were so decadent, yet playful at the same time. Cutting the hush puppies in half, smearing the ricotta, and then topping it with caviar was the kind of luxurious bite you dream about. The balance of richness, texture, and flavor was perfection.
The raw bluefin tuna was a dish that really shined in its simplicity and restraint. The portion was generous, the texture melt-in-your-mouth perfect, and the flavors so delicate that everything worked in harmony without overpowering the tuna itself. It was thoughtful and elegant, and it showed just how well this kitchen understands balance.
The Caesar-style salad was a pleasant surprise and far from an afterthought. It came out in a massive portion, generously blanketed in delicate locally-sourced cheese shavings that gave it such an indulgent feel. Crisp, refreshing, and full of flavor, it was easily one of the best salads I have had.
By this point we were already full, but when the Maine mussel toast arrived, all bets were off. The mussels were massive and beautifully flavored, and the toast beneath had the most satisfying crunch on the outside with a warm, savory interior that soaked up the flavors perfectly. It was rustic, comforting, and refined all at once.
Even though we could barely move by this point, dessert was impossible to resist. The key lime tart was the perfect finale: the crust was buttery and crisp, the filling tart and refreshing, and the topping of marshmallow-like meringue was fluffy, light, and just sweet enough. It tied everything together and sent us out the door on a high note.
The cocktails deserve their own spotlight. The penicillin milk punch was smooth and balanced, the mezcal cocktail I requested was smoky and beautifully crafted, and the glass of cremant with the seafood could not have paired more perfectly. It was clear that the same level of attention and artistry that goes into the food extends to the bar program.
What really brought the whole experience together was the hospitality. We were consistently checked on without ever feeling rushed, and it was clear the team takes real pride in ensuring every guest is cared for. Their attention to detail, from sourcing the best ingredients to plating generous portions with perfect execution, made every moment special.
Having loved River Twice, we already knew how gifted Chef and the team are, but Little Water is a brilliant complement, leaning more into seafood while still delivering the same passion and artistry. Both restaurants are absolute must-visits, and together they show just how exciting and memorable dining can be when done this well.
This was one of those meals I will never forget. Every dish was a star, the cocktails elevated the experience, and the hospitality made us feel at home. Five stars, without question.