The appetizers were the stars of the show, I’d make a meal of those. Least favorite was “water” which seemed overpowered by the dill, perhaps they can switch out with a pine needle or red clover. “Wood” tasted much like a Negroni, as the server expertly described. Next favorite was “fire”, would have liked it just a bit spicier. Of the 4 cocktails, the “Metal” was by far the best - a mix of subtle bitterness with botanicals (which was likely the mix of baijiu and aperol). Food pacing was perfect - we did not feel rushed, nor waiting too long between courses. Service was fine and receptive to feedback, although we were brought a drink we didn’t order - not once, but twice (not our direct server’s error). Menu is interesting and innovative, a great mix of Nordic and Asian/Cantonese influence, definitely very novel for the Tampa Bay region. The owner/chef was active during our dining visit, checking in with a couple tables and helping at the bar. And definitely book a reservation weeks in advance for optimal seating. Parking is limited for a Saturday night so plan ahead. Small contemporary indoor seating with minimalist decor and sufficient lighting to focus more on the food and conversation. The venue is nice, especially for Florida with plenty of outdoor seating with. I was looking forward to this restaurant - great concept, quiet location away from the tourists, adventurous menu - a potential hidden gem like ones I had enjoyed in NYC or Singapore. Overall Lingr is an outstanding experience and I look forward to returning. I will say that while the spicy noodles were wonderful at the start, they did get a little tiresome after a while and so some variation in the did would be nice, but this is a minor criticism. As a nondrinker, I really appreciated the artistry of their bartender with nonalcoholic spirits, and would suggest these to anyone choosing to be sober. For my main, I got the grouper with garbanzo beans, which was fresh and flaky. The chicken is definitely an easy choice if you’re not sure what to get, and there are kids plates not on the menu too. dumplings - the chili and the smoked tofu - and both were exquisite, but the smoked tofu was particularly flavorful. The sami bread was a hit with everyone, and the mushrooms were especially flavorful and substantial. PetersburgĬame here with family and friends after hearing how great it was and we were not disappointed, with ingredients and execution that are truly unique. Restaurants with Outdoor Seating in St.Mexican Restaurants for Large Groups in St.Finest Punta Cana By The Excellence Collection All Inclusive.Hotels near (SRQ) Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport.Hotels near The Florida Holocaust Museum.Hotels near Get Up And Go Kayaking - Tampa Bay.
All of this contributes to Henderson’s number one goal: “We want you to feel cool.” Do so by stopping by and sipping a New Saigon.
Touches of the building’s previous life as part of a mortuary still live on ( a coffin-shaped happy hour menu, Linger “Eatuary”), and those add to Linger’s mystique and edge. The menu’s theme of thoughtful eclecticism extends to Linger’s decor: the quirky upstairs bar that’s lit by Lite-Brites, recycled geometric pink wallpaper, tables made of reused factory parts, purple reupholstered chairs. “We spend a lot of time and consideration on the menu,” Henderson says. Which could explain that while the drink menu is all over the place (literally), it feels deliberate. “They’re as simple as possible, and no more complicated than they need to be,” he says. Simplicity is how Henderson approaches cocktails, likening them to math equations. Henderson’s trick to keeping it consistent is simple: jalapeño-infused syrup.īonus: Find the recipe for the New Saigon cocktail in 5280: The Cookbook. The wild card of the drink is the jalapeño, an unpredictable ingredient at best. The Vietnamese-inspired drink is strategically positioned somewhere between savory and spicy, a balance bar director Mike Henderson says took a long time to strike. Our drink of choice? The New Saigon, which is made with gin, Thai basil, cucumber, jalapeño, lime, and black pepper. One look at the eclectic drink menu takes you on a quick trip around the globe: Sangria Rojo, French Quarter, Marrakesh Express, Streets of Puebla. That's only $1 per issue! Subscribe Today »
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