The food here is as good as it gets. Carl is absolutely brilliant in his combinations of flavors. The dishes have amazing complexity, with no ingredient getting in the way of another.
The portion sizes are very generous.
Chelsea our waitress was on top of all our needs, in a perfect way. Everyone was professional. The greeters, bus people and the kitchen staff.
It was truly wonderful from beginning to end.
We live 160 miles from here. Otherwise we would eat here at least once a week.
I don’t understand Michlin not giving them multiple stars.
Melissa Coblin
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September 01, 2024
Market Restaurant and Bar came highly recommended to my husband and I and we could not be happier we dined there. The bartender Jay made a very well shaken martini just like my husband loves. The wine selection is great. The bar and lounge area are super inviting. The restaurant is sleek and elegant in design. The manager Umberto is the best. He brings hospitality to another level. We loved our server Lilah she was attentive and anticipated our every need. My husband started off with the Brentwood farm sweet corn soup and he loved every drop. I had the braised bacon and heirloom tomato salad then duck for my husband and tuna for me along with a braised short rib. For dessert we ordered both the chocolate and melon. We left the restaurant feeling full, satisfied and ready to return another time!
Laurence C
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November 20, 2024
Overall, a wonderful dining experience with a phenomenal three-course meal (starter, entree, dessert). Between those and the added small plate and warmed bread, you will leave plenty full.
Only con during the dinner was: We went for a birthday celebration and they gave us a sealed birthday card. While that's a nice gesture, we realized later it had the wrong name written (we thought it was humourous but hope whatever other table they mixed it with felt the same way).
Tip about parking (and a ding against the service): There is a mandatory $6 or $7 valet parking if you park on the premise. It's not about the cost but the principle. Feel free to drive down the next street to De La Valle Pl where there is free parking available.
I came here for my husband’s birthday dinner and was completely wowed. It was one of the best meals we have had in the past year. I am not a huge prix fixe menu person because there is a lot I do not/cannot eat but there was so much to choose from with each course. Every single course was delicious. The portions I thought were quite large. My highlight was actually the dessert. I never ever order dessert. I just don’t have a big sweet tooth but, The Rhubarb Sundae. I am still thinking about it.
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The food here is as good as it gets. Carl is absolutely brilliant in his combinations of flavors. The dishes have amazing complexity, with no ingredient getting in the way of another. The portion sizes are very generous. Chelsea our waitress was on top of all our needs, in a perfect way. Everyone was professional. The greeters, bus people and the kitchen staff. It was truly wonderful from beginning to end. We live 160 miles from here. Otherwise we would eat here at least once a week. I don’t understand Michlin not giving them multiple stars.
Market Restaurant and Bar came highly recommended to my husband and I and we could not be happier we dined there. The bartender Jay made a very well shaken martini just like my husband loves. The wine selection is great. The bar and lounge area are super inviting. The restaurant is sleek and elegant in design. The manager Umberto is the best. He brings hospitality to another level. We loved our server Lilah she was attentive and anticipated our every need. My husband started off with the Brentwood farm sweet corn soup and he loved every drop. I had the braised bacon and heirloom tomato salad then duck for my husband and tuna for me along with a braised short rib. For dessert we ordered both the chocolate and melon. We left the restaurant feeling full, satisfied and ready to return another time!
Overall, a wonderful dining experience with a phenomenal three-course meal (starter, entree, dessert). Between those and the added small plate and warmed bread, you will leave plenty full. Only con during the dinner was: We went for a birthday celebration and they gave us a sealed birthday card. While that's a nice gesture, we realized later it had the wrong name written (we thought it was humourous but hope whatever other table they mixed it with felt the same way). Tip about parking (and a ding against the service): There is a mandatory $6 or $7 valet parking if you park on the premise. It's not about the cost but the principle. Feel free to drive down the next street to De La Valle Pl where there is free parking available.
We had an awesome meal here. Excellent service from the start the appetizers were fantastic. Gorgonzola Soufflé, Hamachi and Thai soup were amazing. The Lamb , Sea Bass and Short Ribs were all delightful and delicious . The cheese cake was perfect. Not inexpensive . Wonderful
I came here for my husband’s birthday dinner and was completely wowed. It was one of the best meals we have had in the past year. I am not a huge prix fixe menu person because there is a lot I do not/cannot eat but there was so much to choose from with each course. Every single course was delicious. The portions I thought were quite large. My highlight was actually the dessert. I never ever order dessert. I just don’t have a big sweet tooth but, The Rhubarb Sundae. I am still thinking about it.