New Eats: Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

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I hate to break it to everyone, but this week's review is far less exciting than the Cowford experience from last week. Zach and I headed to Cheddar's for an impromptu dinner last week and were sorely disappointed. I get it...every new restaurant has its learning curves. We were expecting average, slow service, but our unfortunate experience went far beyond that. Food For the record, we ordered totally normal food and I did no prior research on Cheddar's specialties. Honestly, the food isn't even worth discussing. It was somehow a combination of cold and overcooked with average flavors (at best). The spinach and artichoke dip appetizer was the best part of our entire meal but still completely average when compared to other restaurants. Service Our poor server. He couldn't have been over 16 years old and was waiting on close to 15 tables. With sweat drenching his shirt and an overwhelmed demeanor, we only got to see our server about once every 20 minutes.
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Forecasting the Food: Cowford Chophouse

Alright, this is a totally new spin on my "New Eats" blog. The highly anticipated Cowford finally opened this week and I scored a reservation for this Friday. Heck yeah. Regardless of my excitement, I'm valeting my car and walking in with a very concise set of expectations (take note, Cowford's chef). I know good food, and I certainly know a good piece of steak...so listen up as I chronicle my hopes for my Cowford Chophouse experience.


Food

 Trust me, I've done my research. Prices aren't listed on the online menu, but I've never let that hold me back from ordering food! Clearly, I'm starting with the Duck Fat Cornbread. Maine Lobster and Crab? Yes, please! I'm not so sure if this appetizer will take the shape of a filling skillet of spoonbread or a small sliver of cornbread...all I know is it'll be in my stomach a few minutes after I'm seated.

My entree order isn't as obvious as the appetizer. There are 17 choices on the "Cowford Cuts" menu, so making my steak selection is a bit difficult without a price tag next to the piece of meat. In an ideal world, I'll likely order a Wagyu filet and my date will order the bone-in filet mignon. Because nothing is free, any steak topping or sauce is a upcharge. I'll take the bordelaise, please.

Entrees aren't served with a side, so we'll order those a la carte. Potatoes au gratin and sauteed spinach and kale will be the perfect accompaniments to our heavy entrees.

Now let's get to the best part...DESSERT! Yeah, yeah, I'm predictable. One look at the dessert menu and there was no question I'm ordering the cinnamon roll brûlée. I'm sold

Drink

 I'm traditional, so a yummy, full-bodied red wine is where it's at. I'll either opt for Trivento Malbec or the Lucente Super Tuscan. My date will opt for a bold cocktail - likely a Manhattan.


Stay tuned for next week's real-life recap of my Cowford Chophouse experience. I know, you're on the edge of your seats.



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