I have been around restaurants and kitchens long enough that I can spot a flaw almost anywhere. It's been my thought for quite some time that I would make a superb health inspector, because of my keen attention to detail in kitchens and restaurants. That being said, most restaurants I've found it to be the case that if the meal is excellent, sometimes the service is lacking. Or the atmosphere doesn't match the overall ensemble. There is typically always one thing off about most restaurants.
However, that is not the case here. I tried to find a flaw, I really did. Just recently my wife and I had the privilege to dine at this establishment. And as a side note I don't generally look at restaurants as a privilege to eat at. Most of them take privilege that we, as consumers, dine there. My parents had a Groupon for Steak Street one Friday night and asked if Shanna and myself would like a double date. Of course, we delighted in a date night. Since the birth of our daughter "Date Nights" don't come as often as they used to. So we dropped Addie off at her godparents house for the evening and we set off on a culinary adventure I won't soon forget.... Or at least till I go there again.
This was not my steak, but looking at this almost makes my mouth water all over again. As we walked in, it screamed New Orleans atmosphere. But not the tacky Mardi Gras, mask everywhere. When we got to our seat I looked at my wife, and was immediately taken back to our honeymoon. Which was in New Orleans. I fell in love with her all over again. There was a musician playing live jazz and soul music. It was just loud enough to be heard in the background. It ensured an incredible evening, before we even got our meal. We started out with Crab Dip and Pan Seared Sea Scallops as an appetizer. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu as well as punctual about refills, ordering, and delivery of food. When our food came out, I had order the Bourbon Street Filet Minon served over Asparagus and accompanied by a Sweet Potato. I could have cut that steak with a fork it was so tender. I took my first bite and the only word that I think does it justice is orgasmic. It was seriously the best steak I have ever put in my mouth. The temperature was perfect. The sear was perfect. The accompaniments were perfect. It was by far, the best meal I think I have ever eaten.
And folks this is why I love culinary adventures such as mentioned above. Only warm meals, hearty desserts, nice homemade stews have the power to transform you. Take you back to a time in your memory where you remember mom's apple pie baking in the sunshine. Or that Shepard's Pie that your mom used to make when you were feeling down, and now its an incredible comfort food for you. Or even the power to send you back to Louisiana on the Mississippi River with your newlywed wife, as this place did. Restaurants like these is what makes me so passionate about being a chef. It's not about the food. It's never about the food. It's about transforming someone and taking them back in time to connect with those memories that will bring a smile to their face. And a full satisfied belly that comes along with it. I think this goes without saying STEAK STREET IS A DEFINITE HOT!
Till next time, keep those knives sharp, and your minds sharper!
-jordan
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