January's club council meeting dinner was held at Soulard's Sidney Street Cafe. Club President Shelby's parents and niece joined us so that was delightful. Sidney Street is very upscale. It has a cozy atmosphere in a renovated old building, which I always appreciate.
I personally really enjoyed my meal. I had the Filet Bearnaise stuffed with lobster, and served with mashed potatoes. My husband enjoyed his meal as well -he ordered the Missouri Lamb Trio. Other diners opinions varied. Two people had the Pan Roasted Skate and gave it rave reviews. But other people gave the food three's on a scale of 1-5.
Service was pretty good. Our server Leslie was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu items, but service was slow - maybe on purpose for that "fine dining you have to wait for something this good" vibe. Not a fan of that. Diners beyond myself gave the atmosphere ratings of 2 and 3. This kind of surprised me. I think I'd personally give a 4 in this category. The venue is nothing that wows, but I found it to be unique and comfortable.
I can't write this review without acknowledging Shelby's major disappointment. Shelby was in love with an appetizer: Blue Cheese Tartlets. Because of these, Sidney Street had been Shelby's favorite restaurant. Shelby discovered they no longer had the wonder tartlets on the menu nor a comparable substitute, and was extremely disappointed. The server explained that they could be requested if given 24 hours notice prior to a dinner reservation, but that didn't satisfy. The tartlets were a hit with many - confirmed by our server who said many people request them - so why not keep a sure thing on the menu? Apparently the restaurant has undergone new management. Suffice it to say, this is no longer Shelby's favorite restaurant. Bummer. Major bummer.
That was for you Shelby. For myself - I can't close this review without mentioning the price. It's pricey. Like I've said before - if you're going to be pricey, the food better be worth it. My food was good, but given other reviews, it's apparently not a sure thing.
Are you willing to take the expensive bet? What do you think of Sidney Street Cafe? Please rate and review below!
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Since the current management took over this restaurant years ago, there was a distinct change in the restaurant. It has continued to fall in my estimation. At this point, I will not be planning to return any time soon. My food was good quality and well prepared but not delicious. The two exceptions and the best parts of my meal were the green apple sorbet and the beignets. However, I am certain if I returned the sorbet would not be available. I cannot imagine they would ever get rid of the beignets but I wouldn't put it past them.
ReplyDeleteAlthough my favorite dish(chilean sea bass)was missing from the menu, Sidney Street Cafe did not disappoint and is still my favorite restaurant..I started with appetizer sampler...4 delicious bites of goodness(yummy)For an entree, I was adventurous and ordered something I had never tried..Pan Roasted Skate(i.e. stingray)...I wanted to lick the plate..whoda thunk it(fabulous)..I didn't notice that service was slow thanks to the wonderful company..love, love, love the Watsons..SSC gets 5 out 5 spoons from me
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