More Restaurant News
Ok - this wasn't intended as a strictly restaurant review blog. But, as you know, part of The Syndicate experience is the participation in the good life (as defined by Frank, Dino, Sammy, Joey, and Peter).
New restaurant - Mastro's in Westlake Village, CA.
For those Westsiders, yes, I know this is a bit of drive. Suck it up. Take Pacific Coast Highway and enjoy the beach views.
On arrival, you note that this place is tucked away past a Pep Boys and next to a strip mall. The unassuming exterior hides exactly what you want in a steak place - Quiet elegance. Lots of dark woods and leather. The entry features a glass ceiling a la the Bellagio. Friendly and efficient service gets us seated on the patio - Sketchy at first (because of potential weather issues). However, the staff was friendly and helpful and willing to accomodate a request to relocate. We elected to stay, however, based on a good vibe from our server. This turned out to be incredibly good fortune for us.
Suffice to say, as my previous posts indicate - service is important. Our server had this in spades. She was helpful, attentive, knowledgable about the menu and the items on it. Suggestions were great, and pacing on top-notch.
The menu is full of Syndicate-friendly items: Large steaks, a multitude of sides, an expansive wine list and after dinner drinks abound.
The steaks were prepared exactly as advertised, the sides (especially the mashed potatoes served baked potato-style, and the gorgonzola mac and cheese) were outstanding.
The server made sure we got what we ordered, that everything was as expected, and that we never were waiting on or wanting for anything.
Long drive from the Westside? Yes. Would I do it again for great food and top notch service? Absolutely.
If you find yourself in the 805, do yourself a favor and stop by.
New restaurant - Mastro's in Westlake Village, CA.
For those Westsiders, yes, I know this is a bit of drive. Suck it up. Take Pacific Coast Highway and enjoy the beach views.
On arrival, you note that this place is tucked away past a Pep Boys and next to a strip mall. The unassuming exterior hides exactly what you want in a steak place - Quiet elegance. Lots of dark woods and leather. The entry features a glass ceiling a la the Bellagio. Friendly and efficient service gets us seated on the patio - Sketchy at first (because of potential weather issues). However, the staff was friendly and helpful and willing to accomodate a request to relocate. We elected to stay, however, based on a good vibe from our server. This turned out to be incredibly good fortune for us.
Suffice to say, as my previous posts indicate - service is important. Our server had this in spades. She was helpful, attentive, knowledgable about the menu and the items on it. Suggestions were great, and pacing on top-notch.
The menu is full of Syndicate-friendly items: Large steaks, a multitude of sides, an expansive wine list and after dinner drinks abound.
The steaks were prepared exactly as advertised, the sides (especially the mashed potatoes served baked potato-style, and the gorgonzola mac and cheese) were outstanding.
The server made sure we got what we ordered, that everything was as expected, and that we never were waiting on or wanting for anything.
Long drive from the Westside? Yes. Would I do it again for great food and top notch service? Absolutely.
If you find yourself in the 805, do yourself a favor and stop by.
posted by Mitch at 10:10 AM
3 Comments:
Glad to know that something made up for the dismal experience of your last review...
This would be much yummier with corresponding photos. ;-)
Wait, did you just call your server a "spade?"
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