The Bristol specializes in locally-sourced, seasonal food and has a different menu daily written across its blackboard wall.
I've checked it out for both brunch and dinner now.
They don't take reservations, but I actually haven't had a problem getting a table, despite its Michelin recommendation, it's still not totally crazy to get into. *phew*
I've decided I'm a bigger fan of their brunch than their dinner. They feature a giant strawberry doughnut to share and their eggs are cooked oh so well. I'm particular about the cooking of my eggs.
As for dinner, I was a big fan of the monkey bread with dill butter. And their duck fat fries are pretty yum.
I was especially gaga for the bone marrow. I guess it's not for everyone, but I really really love bone marrow.
While all the small plate appetizers were super delish and varied, I was disappointed by the entree selection - there were only FOUR things to choose from. And the four weren't really up my alley at all: two fish, pig's feet, and chicken. Pig's feet aren't really for everyone, which limits you to the other three, and if you're not into seafood, you have only chicken left to choose. And while it was some of the best chicken I've had, it was still just chicken.
As for dessert, I was expecting a lot since their pastry chef is currently competing on Top Chef: Just Desserts, and because I was so gaga for the cherry doughnut. But the desserts didn't really wow me, except the peanut butter cookies with chocolate mousse. MMMM... peanut butter and chocolate.
Brunch: 3 stars
Dinner: 2.5 stars
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