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Top two in tsv easy. The service is exquisite, with just enough by not too much. The atmosphere suits romance, simple business meetings, or celebration. An extensive wine is well matched to the carefully crafted cuisine. With the new owners a year in now they have ironed the kinks out, changed some systems and staff, they have now got it (may I speculate) spot on. Last night I had the well balanced citrus cured ocean trout, with horseradish creme fraiche, smoked caviar with parsley salad - some sneaky fennel dropped that subtle anise that rounded the dish out amazingly. Perfectly matched to an aromatic and enigmatic Coriole Fiano out of McLaren Vale.

My Red Emperor main was perfectly pan seared, crispy skin and tender flesh, but the highlight of the dish was the stunning saffron & sweetcorn puree - ...read more