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THE SMOKE
CHOPHOUSE in Englewood
By Staff
A Common Dilemma Among Many Food lovers on any given
Friday night is where to dine that evening. Should we
try something new or stick to an old favorite?
Atmosphere is almost as important as the meal when
choosing where to dine. It can make or break a night. I
myself can recall many mediocre dining experiences with
poor service or a cramped uncomfortable setting that
sent me running out the door as soon as the meal was
over. If all you want is good food, then just order your
favorite take out and stay home. A night out dining
should entice your appetite, senses and spirit and leave
you wondering how time could have passed so quickly when
you glance at your watch and notice it's midnight
The Smoke Chop House in Englewood guides you through an
evening of sumptuous dining, affable mingling, and
sinful indulgence as if you were chumming it up with old
pals in one of London's most notable pubs Stepping
through the doors you are greeted by friendly smiles and
old-world charm Men with brandy snifters taking on
cigars, women drinking out of crystal wine glasses
chatting and giggling with the bar maid while being
presented with generous portions of classic desirables
smothered with unprecedented flavor
From the first course to the last, this chef
extraordinary has brought simple meals and given them
exceptional flavors. He takes a basic arugala salad and
adds goat cheese, candied pecans, apples and a very
impressive vinaigrette. Its possibly one of the best
salads you have ever crunched into. He also mastered
dishes such as a wonderful baked oyster with sautéed
spinach and warm bacon dressing and a crab cake that
even those in Maryland would have difficulty denying its
perfection. you would have thought that you had died and
went to haven.
For the main course we went with the steak; after all,
this is a chophouse! The waiter brought out a 32 ounce
Porterhouse cooked medium rare and tender with every
bite. At that point I knew I would not be indulging in
dessert. That's something you will all have to
experience for yourself!
The wine list at the Smoke chop House is another aspect
that makes the meals more enjoyable. They have
everything from a $1500 bottle of Chateau Petrus to
moderately priced wines from all over the world. Their
wine cellar almost takes up the whole second floor so
they can be sure to please every-one--from the novice to
the expert.
The setting is one of simple elegance. Crisp white
linens, shining silver place settings - the bare
necessities of a hearty meal. The chairs are comfortable
cushioned cherry wood antique chairs; each one unique
and diving the atmospheric experience a personal, touch.
So the next time you are looking for a new dining
experience, where the food is exquisite, the atmosphere
is comfortable and the drinks are abundant, look towards
The Smoke Chop House in Englewood New Jersey. I promise
you won't, be disappointed. |
