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Posted by Foobooz on May 27th, 2008
Craig LaBan’s review of South Street’s Sonam reminds us of a Ryan Howard at bat. When chef Ben Byruch connects he often hit a home run but there were too many whiffs in the ambitious menu. But hey, at least he’s trying for a home run.
Among the most memorable were the “hamachi nachos,” tortilla chips topped with yellowtail sushi and a spicy streak of oil infused with the essence of pico de gallo. There is also a memorable savory trompe l’oeil twist on S’Mores, in which broiled goat-cheese “marshmallows” sit atop the chocolate lookalike of reduced figs and whole meal crackers for a clever campfire twist on the cheese course.
The Asian chicken sliders – three brioche-bun minis topped with a ponzu mayonnaise – are among the best poultry burgers I’ve ever had. Granted, that’s not a high bar, but I’ve actually come to crave these moist and gingery little patties.
One Bell – Hit or Miss
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May 27th, 2008 at 11:00 am
I’m pretty surprised by this review. I’ve eaten there several times and never had a disappointing meal.
May 27th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Yes, but if Howard hits 40-plus homers and is among the league leaders in walks, he can strike out as much as he wants. I guess this would be like a hit-or-miss restaurant where the servers and fellow guests are all attractive, or maybe the food is free.