arnisia paidakia (dish review). this dish, in english-speaking nations, is known as grilledlambchops. when i have a hankering for red meat, i often turn tolambbefore beef. something about the succulent aroma makes me crave it far more than any other protein. evvia, an establishment known as much for it'slambas it's charm, cooks up one killer plate of chops. this dish clocks in at $38, a handsome sum by anyone's budget. after indulging, though, i think you'll agree this level of quality is worth every penny. thelambitself is fresh and grilled on a large open flame spit of sorts. after being seared to perfection, it is placed lovingly on a plate with lemon orzo and roasted potatoes. though some pieces oflambare either over or under cooked, the vast majority of the meat is grilled to perfection. evvia's grilledlambchops are what dreams are made of, assuming your dreams are made of delicious greek meats, of course.
-----11 jun, 2013-----
evvia estiatorio (mediterranean/greek). evvia estiatorio, the beloved palo alto sister restaurant of sf's famous kokkari, is now high on my list of favorite greek restaurants. though nice decor and friendly service helped win my approval, the food did most of the work. evvia offers most of the traditional greek dinners like moussaka and souvlaki, but also reserves a decent portion of it's menu for those dishes native to the isles rarely seen outside of them. one such dish is the psari sto fournou, a succulent creation composed of whole roasted fish, leeks, mushrooms, and potatoes. evvia is an excellent choice for any greek food enthusiast looking for a romantic night out. though the price is exorbitant, quality food and great people help even the score.
rating: 7.4/10