RR 2011

This time last week, I was in a food coma after an amazing dinner at Kinkead's, An American Brasserie. I had always heard about the amazing seafood and service at Kinkeads, but never indulged b/c it is $$$. Believe me, I have seen those bills. I understand b/c the cost of drinks exceeding the bill for food ($13 dollar glass of wine, heyyyy!). I missed my work spouse and friend, Ali, who was suppose to be my date, but boyfriend enjoyed being the sub.

For appetizer, I was quite tempted to order something that was not seafood related, but ordered the New England Clam Chowdah for my first meal. It was not very thick, but good. I especially liked the large oyster crackers (I love oyster crackers).

Next, I ordered the Salmon for my entree. Initially, I was intrigued by the Horseradish Walnut Crusted Rockfish, but after consultation with my waiter, ordered the Salmon dish that is no on the online menu. It was so delicious. I think the portion size was smaller than usual, but it had so much flavor. It was amazing!!  I just wish I had an endless stomach, so I could have kept eating.  For dessert, I ordered the molten chocolate cake that came with peppermint ice cream. I think I slightly preferred the ice cream because it felt like I was eating a candy cane. The molten chocolate cake was good, but excessively large and chocolately.

I will definitely go to Kinkeads again. Amazing service and food! Mmmm!!

The Menu: 

Restaurant Week Dinner Menu
Dinner January 17, 2011 - January 23, 2011

First Courses

Salad of Soft Lettuces, Gruyere, Radishes and Dijon Vinaigrette

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New England Seafood Chowder 

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Maryland Crab Cake with Mustard Crème Fraiche and Corn Relish

(*$7.50 Supplemental fee)

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  Duck Confit with Goat Cheese, Macerated Dates, Arugula, Aged Balsamic

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Mussels in Thai Curry, Coconut Milk Broth with Cilantro and Lime

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Butternut Squash Ravioli with Fried Sage, Pancetta and Pecorino

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Cream of Wild Mushroom Soup with Parmesan Crisps

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Grilled Squid with Creamy Polenta and Tomato Fondue

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  Tuna Tartare with Mango, Sushi Rice and Soy Dipping Sauce *($5.00 Supplemental fee)

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Salad of Roasted Gorgonzola Stuffed Bosc Pear, Endive, Radicchio,

Arugula and Port Glaze

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 Salad of Avocado, Chile Cabbage Slaw and Poblano Lime Buttermilk Dressing

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Beer Battered Cod Fingers with Housemade Chips and Tartare Sauce

Main Courses

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Horseradish Walnut Crusted Rockfish with Cauliflower Flan, Baby Carrots,

Creamed Horseradish Spinach and Sherry Beet Sauce

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Grilled Mahi Mahi on Chick Pea Cake with a Blood Orange, Black Currant and Pine Nut Relish

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Pepita Crusted Salmon with Cilantro, Chiles, Shrimp and Corn Ragout

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Hake with Crab Imperial, Virginia Ham Spoon Bread,

Mashed Potatoes and Three Mustard Cream ($5.00 Supplemental Fee)

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Roasted Caraway and Sea Salt Pork Loin, Grilled Bratwurst, Pork Belly Bacon, Sauerkraut Strudel, Roasted Apples an Apple Cider Sauce

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Pepper Seared Rare Tuna with Flageolets with Portabella Mushrooms and Garlic Spinach

($7.50 supplemental charge)

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Maple and Black Pepper Barbecue Brisket with Mashed Potatoes,

Garlic Green Beans and Horseradish Crème Fraiche

Desserts

Pistachio Crème Bruleé  with Chocolate Pistachio Biscotti

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Warm Molten Chocolate Cake with Caramel Ice Cream

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Strawberry Almond Cake with Lemon Bavarian and Strawberry Sauce

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 Tiramisu with Coffee Cream

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