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such a cool concept! we had the quail, trout dip, albacore,
such a cool concept! we had the quail, trout dip, albacore, and sourdough ricotta pancake. would love to come back when we're more hungry and try the katsu or lamb. such a great vibe, fun for a date or dinner out with friends
Be the first to ReplyManaged to snag a 5:30 reservation at the counter for our
Managed to snag a 5:30 reservation at the counter for our anniversary dinner! We parked at the garage in the Japantown center and it was a short walk over, there was already a line forming outside before opening time. I liked how you could oversee the kitchen area at the counter, but did feel like we didn't get checked in on as much. They did add some cute stamp decorations to our menu for our anniversary We chose to get mostly the dim-sum plates to get a variety. Some definitely stood out more than others, but solid overall. Hog island oysters (4/5) - was a nice start, hog island oysters are always great but a bit steep at $4 each as they were small Szechuan duck dumpling (3.5/5) - the chili crisp flavor steals the show here, was solid Smoked trout dip (5/5) - one of my favorites of the night! The dip is smokey and not too fishy, and has some freshness to it. My partner doesn't even like fish but he said this was also one of his favorite dishes! Sauerkraut pecorino and ricotta pancakes (4/5) - the only thing we ordered a la carte, I appreciated that our server told us we could do a half order since it was filling, good flavor with the dipping salt Fried garlic bread with burrata (3/5) - was enticing as they came by with it, but was definitely too heavy and filled up too quickly, was good but nothing too special Steamed egg tofu (5/5) - the other favorite of the night! Sweet and savory, the pickled mushrooms added a nice kick Duck andouille sausage (4/5) - the dipping jam was good and the sausage itself was tasty Duck croquette (3/5) - the filling was a bit dry, but was fried well Dutch crunch bao (4/5) - the ginger elderflower cream had a nice kick to it, it was a bit sweet overall Peanut milk (5/5) - rich peanutty flavor, a nice "shot" to sip on for dessert! Overall this was a fun and nice experience, and not a super pricey Michelin starred meal! We paid about $120 for two people and were quite full at the end, some of the food didn't quite meet my expectations but there were some standouts!
Be the first to ReplyThis is a Michelin 1 star restaurant that serves small
This is a Michelin 1 star restaurant that serves small plates advertised as "dimsum" style. In reality, the staff just walked around with trays of food to each table and introduced each dish(other than the cart for oysters). Apparently you need to make a reservation a month in advance. I was able to grab a spot 9pm a day before and p empty when we got there. My favorite dish would be the oysters, although the flavor was overwhlemed by the pickled kohlrabi. Everything else was just alright, nothing really stood out. Their signature quail dish lacked flavor. Only dish I would order again were the oysters. Our night took a turn when we noticed that we were not given a menu after dimsum carts were stopped(but the table next to us did???). Our bill also came out to double the price. It almost felt intentional from the waiter as each dish is tracked with a tally mark on the check that is used to total the bill. Our waiter was quick to fix the bill, but not apologetic lol. Bill was about $50 pp. Left content but not satisfied... Tdlr: Didn't feel like Michelin star restaurant. Service was alright, not very attentive(our waiter). Half of the dishes were mediocre. Room for improvement
Be the first to ReplyFood 4/5 Service 2/5 First time coming in and had a great
Food 4/5 Service 2/5 First time coming in and had a great experience for the most part. There were some misses, but the food was solid and liked the dim sum style experience. Really appreciated the amount of variety and how we could pick and choose the dishes we actually wanted to try. However, the service was questionable towards the end of the night. We had a 9:00PM reservation so towards 10:00PM they stopped the dim sum service. Instead they walked around and gave everyone dim sum menus in case they wanted to order more, but they did not give one to our table. We had a table right next to us who received the menu so it was a bit odd that they missed us. Later when we received the check, it came out to about $180, which seemed incorrect so I double checked. The server had added 3 additional $4 plates 6 additional $6 plates to our check. I hope this wasn't to intentionally dupe us, but considering that they track the dim sum using a tally mark system, I feel like it was hard to mistake. TL;DR food was great, experience was great, service had us scratching our heads. Will hopefully come back! Recommended dishes - hog island oyster and kohlrabi kraut - steamed egg tofu, pickled honshimeji, & garlic-chili oil - duck andouille, tomato jam, & fried runner beans - CA state bird with provisions (worth a try, but definitely liked everything else better)
Be the first to ReplyVery ok.
Food tasted meh and there was no great flavor to anything. Spent $100 for little to no satisfaction. Oysters they served was raw and warm, the sauerkraut was the only factor to take away from the oyster flavor itself. Their garlic bread and cheese was not flavorful at all. Tasted like you dipped sourdough into warm ricotta.chips and salmon dip was the only thing that was decent, albeit you're paying $14 for chips and dip.... Quail was a huge let down, hoped to see a new style or flavor but it was simply just batter fried. Better flavor and price at Popeyes down the street sadly. It was cooked well though, juicy for how big it is which is hard for a quail. Beef tongue texture was good but was smothered by the amount of lemon juice they added on. Same thing with the quail it's like they squeezed half of it on there. Main dishes were tart and salty altogether. Did not enjoy the tasting experience but the ambiance is great.
Be the first to ReplyState Bird Provisions in San Francisco is a restaurant,
State Bird Provisions in San Francisco is a restaurant, known for its inventive small plates and modern American cuisine served dim-sum style. The place received a Michelin star in 2021. AMBIANCE Cozy, urban-rustic setting with an open-concept kitchen and dining area. SERVICE Staff are friendly, helpful, and good with sales as they try to get you to purchase their small plates off their cart of tray: this creates a lively and communal atmosphere. FOOD 5/5 steamed egg tofu, pickled honshimeji & garlic-chile oil: cold, delicate, silky, smooth, tons of yummy umami flavor. Outrageously good, ordered twice. 5/5 smoked trout-allium chip'n' dip: smoky, creamy, rich and savory heaven 5/5 broccoli: delicate, smoky with a creamy heat 4.5/5 CA state bird with provisions wolfe ranch quail from brent: half order which includes 2 legs and wings, spiced and fried crispy - lots of bones 4.5/5 red trout toasted hazelnut & mandarin-garum vinaigrette: crispy seared fish in a pond of tangy umami fish sauce vinaigrette 4/5 sourdough-sauerkraut pecorino & ricotta pancakes: like a green onion pancake 4/5 hog island oyster, kohlrabi kraut & sesame: briny oyster topped with tangy fermented shredded kohlrabi 4/5 duck liver mousse & almond financiers: rich and creamy duck liver whipped to mousse perfection that's paired with bite sized French tea cakes that are subtlety sweet and nutty 3/5 wedge salad, walnut blue cheese ranch & deglet noor dates: fresh lettuce, wish there was more blue cheese PARKING Metered street spaces PS This dining experience holds a special place in my heart.
Be the first to ReplyMade reservations a month ago for my brother's 40th
Made reservations a month ago for my brother's 40th anniversary. Table for four. All of us first-timers. Reservation time 5:30pm, which is right when they open. Got there on time. Long line out the door. At 5:30 the doors opened and the line moved quickly. My brother and I are fairly big people and the table/booth we were in looked small, but everyone was comfortable. The service was casual, attentive and efficient. In other words, really good. The food was consistently excellent. Everyone in our party agreed that the seasoning was just right, nothing too salty or underseasoned. Several dishes had spicy heat, but again, consistently just right. Enough heat to definitely notice (and appreciate) but never burn-your-face-off. Only criticism would be that the food cane at us a little too hard. That is, we ordered our 'commendables' aka entrees, and almost immediately the rolling cart/tray pass bites came one after another. Being rookies, we did not know that we could defer an offering and pick it later. So we kinda got a little overwhelmed. The cart/ tray pass bites were wonderful. The standouts were: a terrific tofu/vegetable thing; a pork belly thing; a pastry ricotta thing; a cucumber thing I missed but everyone else loved, and more. Cant remember them all but tge were great. The commendables included a fantastic dungeness/noodle dish, a marvellous katsu dish and, of course we did the quail. Very memorable and wonderful stuff. Next time we will pace things better, but overall it was great and reasonably priced.
Be the first to ReplyHad a buyout event for 60 people at Statebird.
They absolutely knocked it out of the park. Caitlin was extremely helpful every step of the way to help us get things organized. Megan also kept everything running smoothly throughout the evening. All the guests raved about the food and beverage selection. The ambiance was perfect for a buyout event. We had a 90-minute cocktail reception, followed by a 2-and-a-half-hour dinner. Pacing was perfect, and the quality of food was excellent. No dimsum concept for the buyout event, but I think the family style dinner ended up working out much better anyways. Shoutout to the egg tofu, which was one of the highlights for many of our guests. The price estimate was spot on, payment flexibility was very much appreciated for us credit card point earners.
Be the first to ReplyFrom being fortunate to try food from around the world from
From being fortunate to try food from around the world from South east Asia to South America, I can say this ranks in my top ten. Small bites, as individual portions, intimate dining and swift service.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing experience! The food was amazing and the staff was
Amazing experience! The food was amazing and the staff was even better! They were very knowledgeable about both food and wines and suggested great items for both. It was Valentine's Day and we were surprised to get a reservation. Sitting at the bar was great to see all the action going on in the kitchen. I loved the dim sum style service and my favorites were the steamed egg tofu and duck liver mouse! We also ordered and LOVED hog island oysters, beets, ricotta pancakes, Dungeness crab noodles, Szechuan soup dumplings, cocoa nibs Tre leches, and warm chocolate walnut turnover. The also had a natural wine called Sciaccrellu/niellucciu: Faustine and it was fantastic. Overall, I was really impressed with all aspects of my experience! Would definitely recommend.
Be the first to ReplyYes, yes, yes, a thousand times yes.
Been waiting to come here for ages and it was excellent.I haven't had this much difficulty ranking dishes in a long time, as so many were incredible.The dim sum style of having staff go around with the food on trays or carts is great. You get to eat quickly without feeling rushed, AND you get to see exactly what you're going to eat, so there's no wondering what you're getting yourself into and how much food is on each plate.Some highlights that can't be missed: - CA State Bird. It was my first time having quail and they did a great job. Juicy and flavorful.- Brussels sprouts. I LOVE Brussels, and these were prepared really nicely and seasoned well.- Grilled sourdough and burrata. What could be bad.- Beets. Make sure you get a little bit of each component into each bite for a great complement of flavors.- Sourdough-sauerkraut pecorino & ricotta pancakes. One of their staples. Difficult to describe the flavors, but trust me you have to try this.Great atmosphere. Would love to sit at the bar next time to see the kitchen at work.Can't wait to return.
Be the first to ReplyWhat a great restaurant! Our party of 6 did the "large
What a great restaurant! Our party of 6 did the "large group" menu, which is basically their tasting menu. $102 a person and completely worth it. There wasn't a single thing that wasn't delicious, and they handled our non-fish eater with ease. Our server, Cameron S., was fantastic! Knowledgeable, friendly, attentive and accommodating. We had 15 different items, from oysters to tofu, to pork belly and trout. The signature fried quail was out of this world delicious. EVERYTHING was delicious. What a treat!!
Be the first to ReplyBest restaurant in the Bay Area, hands down! While it is a
Best restaurant in the Bay Area, hands down! While it is a bit expensive it is instantly worth it once you taste their amazing dishes and are greeted with their friendly and wonderful staff!
Be the first to ReplyWe came here for dinner with a reservation at 5:30 and
We came here for dinner with a reservation at 5:30 and there was already a line before it opened. The restaurant was nearly fully seated right away so a reservation is highly recommended though they accept walk-in. We are a party of two people but seated literally at a four people setting with another couple. The "two" tables were literally had one or 1.5 inches space in between. Really feel like having dinner with another couple we don't know while dating which is odd. The ambience is very noisy and hard to have a good conversation for a date night. Menu is interesting because they have what they called "dim sum" style where the waiter or waitress will bring you the small items (The Provisions on the menu that is $8-$14 per item) and you can order straight away from what it is presented before you. We got the duck liver mousse, brussel sprouts, the smoked trout chips and dip, and the beets from that "dim sum" style menu. It is nothing like dim sum you got from a Chinese restaurant when they say dim sum! But I like the idea that foods are presented before you order and they serve shortly after seated to fulfill hungry tummy. We ordered the cheddar pancakes with squash, avocado whipped ricotta toast, red trout and the CA state bird with provisions from the Commandable menu. They don't have cocktails, only wine and beer which is a big disappointment. Now the most important part is the food taste and quality. I have to say I am not impressed at all for a Michelin one star restaurant. The foods are just an okay. The most disappointing is the CA State bird provisions (fried quail) which should be their signature dish like the name of the restaurant. The breading is too thick and the quail is bland, a bit hard rather than crispy. Popeyes chicken tasted better than their fried quail lol. The portion is small but we ordered a ton of foods so small portion seemed fine in our case. The red trout is also a disappointment, a bit dry without any sauce and also bland. My husband took a couple small bites and the rest was taken away by the waitress (she didn't even bother asking how's the trout while a large portion was left behind). The avocado whipped ricotta toast is also a miss. I made better avocado toast at home lol. The pancake is not the typical pancake you have from breakfast. It is dense and thick with seeds inside and a thin layer of cheddar crisp-up cheese and pan fried with the squash and other toppings at the top. Not all that great. My favorite are the brussel sprouts and the beets. The smoked trout chips and dip is okay. I wonder if their head chef is taking a day off and we happen to dine in today? Overall disappointed at the food taste and quality for a star Michelin restaurant.
Be the first to ReplyI love the concept.
You know when you sit down for dinner and you're hungry? And then you have to wait for someone to take your order and wait for it to be made and that's another 30 minutes before you can expect any food? That's not the case here - sit down and you immediately get shown some trays with small plates and if you want it, it's yours (plus you don't have the uncertainty of wondering what these purposefully oversimplified menu descriptions mean and how they translate to the dish). It's a fun place - a bit noisy but I'd definitely come back with a group of friends for a fun night of eating and sampling the dim sum dishes that come around. Honestly forgot it was a 1 Michelin star because it doesn't have the stuffiness of a Michelin - it's just super lively and fun.My favorite dishes were the fried garlic bread with burrata and the duck liver mousse & almond financiers. The burrata was super creamy and just went really well with the fried bread. The duck liver mousse is also so smooth and the almond financiers I could just eat on its own (weirdly I found these more like cornbread than almond financiers).But 50% of the dishes were missed for me. The smoked trout dip that's raved about by other reviewers was way too acidic for me (also surprisingly had a hint of spice), not sure if my dish was just off but we literally couldn't finish it and just ate all the chips.The pork belly 'salad' was also a bit bland, it needed more sauce, and I ended up taking the plate and pouring the fish sauce over it.The steamed egg tofu was too gelatinous in texture and paled in comparison to good egg tofu dishes I've had at Chinese restaurants. And somehow the chili oil didn't integrate well with the egg tofu for me. The mushrooms on top were nice though.The CA state bird with provisions was good - excellent crispy exterior and very tender quail meat - although not necessarily mindblowing. Sourdough sauerkraut pecorino & ricotta pancakes were solid if you're a fan of cheese. I don't like the flavor of cheese which was very prominent in this dish, but my boyfriend was fan. Also surprisingly reasonable price for a restaurant of this caliber - came out to $55/pp pre tip (and we came hungry and left full).
Be the first to ReplyFIRST VISIT: 4 starsWent for the first time to celebrate a
FIRST VISIT: 4 starsWent for the first time to celebrate a birthday back in the first half of 2022 (almost a year ago!). Menu's will come stamped with happy birthday if you let them know ahead of time, and dessert will come with a candle. At this point they were still not doing the dim sum style service because of COVID, so it was just a regular casual sit down restaurant. I was only able to nab a late reservation (9pmish) for my desired day - all other times were already booked out. Definitely plan ahead with booking a reservation if you want to dine at this restaurant!I ordered the sake flight ($28) with the rest of the food, but it was the first to come out (would have been nicer if this came with at least one of the dishes that I ordered, but not a big deal). The flight is in wine glasses and of course all the sake looks the same. My party was told which was which, but it would have been nicer to have an easier way to distinguish what each was meant to be because the wait staff said it so quickly that we missed the explanations. For snacks, my party got the following:- Duck liver mousse ($8.00): I thought the mousse had a strange after taste to it, so I didn't love this dish that much. I did enjoy the financiers - very small and cute and not dry!- Inari ($8.00): Pretty tasty! Had a lot of ingredients I liked in it but also wasn't too memorable.- Trout dip ($14.00): This was one of my favorites of the night - I love chips, and I loved their dip. I wish there were more chips because the chips disappeared faster than the dip. For provisions, we got: - Kimchi croquettes ($16.00): This was a larger plate of food than expected, and the croquettes were great. Wasn't a fan of having the bean sprouts, radish, etc. as a "salad" on the side. - Tartare ($16.00): Not a huge lamb fan, so I didn't eat too much of this. Wasn't too bad and actually enjoyed it more than the taste of the duck liver mousse.We got a single commandable:- OG half bird ($20.00): Just as it says - it's half a quail, but since it's fried, it tastes like fried chicken. For dessert, we ordered two but got three due to a mistake in the kitchen (third dessert was comped):- Half lemon cake ($6.50)- Sorbet sundae ($12.00): This was a dessert we ordered but they didn't bring out originally because of a mistake in the kitchen. When notifying the staff of this mistake, they thought we wanted the full sorbet sundae when we wanted the half portion. We just ate and paid for the full version because it was late and didn't want to bother waiting for another correction. - Ice cream sandwich (comped): This was the dessert that came out by mistake. I actually think I enjoyed this dessert the most even though it was not necessarily anything special.
Be the first to ReplyI came here this Friday night for a date night, and it was
I came here this Friday night for a date night, and it was pretty packed! State Bird Provisions is an affordable Michelin star restaurant in SF, but we were able to get a late reservation at 9:30pm the same day. I liked the ambiance and service of the restaurant, but was disappointed by the seating. Even though we made a reservation me and my partner got seated at a 4 person table, right next to another couple. It seemed like there weren't many two-person table options (we only saw 1 in the restaurant) so would not recommend this place for a date night. That being said, this restaurant is definitely meant for a group. The menu was pretty limited but the items were pricey. Next time I would suggest coming in a group of 4+ people so you can order the small things plates and split between the group. We only tried the lemon pastry dessert, and it was tasty and pretty filling. I would want to try the other items in a group if I ever come back here.
Be the first to ReplyRestaurant had a fun vibe.
Our waitress immediately took our order from the menu. Then came the small plates. All the plates had great flavor and texture. My favorite was the pork belly.
Be the first to ReplyState Bird Provisions situated in the Fillmore district is
State Bird Provisions situated in the Fillmore district is an absolute delight. I have had the pleasure of experiencing several meals at this restaurant including the out door dining during the pandemic. I love the theatrics of watching the Dim Sum carts roll by with each delicious item on the menu. It is easy to get carried away as I want to say yes to every dish offered. The menu is seasonal so there are always new dishes that are just as exciting as the previous menus. Be sure to make reservations well in advance as it has been my experience that there is little to no room for walk ins.
Be the first to ReplyThe cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant in the U.
S. is ironically in San Francisco. State Bird Provisions passes their dishes dim-sum style, with carts and trays. Michelin lists a night out averaging $25-$90. Some of my favorite dishes were the hog island oysters with pickled kohlrabi and sesame, egg tofu, smoked trout dip, duck liver mousse with almond financiers, pork belly salad, A5 wagyu toast, sourdough-kraut pancakes, and of course their signature quail, the state bird with provisions. Don't forget to cap it off with some peanut muscovado milk.This wasn't even everything we ordered. We actually went a little overboard and got a LOT of food and our subtotal, including alcohol, came out to under $100 per person. You can easily get a meal here for less than that including tip.
Be the first to ReplyState Bird Provisions is the perfect spot for a night out
State Bird Provisions is the perfect spot for a night out with friends or a special occasion. The restaurant has a warm and inviting ambiance with dim lighting and an open kitchen that adds to the dining experience. The food is exceptional, with a menu that is constantly changing and features unique and flavorful dishes. The restaurant specializes in small plates, so it's perfect for sharing and trying a variety of dishes.One of the standout dishes is the State Bird with Provisions, which is the restaurant's namesake dish. It's a delicious fried quail served with a variety of accoutrements, such as a tart apple slaw and a savory pancake with a hint of sweetness. Another must-try dish is the sourdough pancakes, which are light and fluffy and served with a variety of toppings, including caviar and smoked trout roe. The dessert menu is equally impressive, with inventive and delicious desserts that are perfect for sharing.The service at State Bird Provisions is exceptional, with knowledgeable and friendly staff who are happy to make recommendations and explain dishes. The restaurant is popular and can get crowded, so it's best to make a reservation in advance. Overall, State Bird Provisions is a standout restaurant in San Francisco and is perfect for anyone looking for a unique and memorable dining experience.
Be the first to ReplyCame here for my birthday last week.
We had a great time but I can't give more than 4 stars unfortunately. Many items were too salty, which was especially difficult since there wasn't really a neutral main carb to eat it with.Oysters: good oyster but wasn't wowed by the accompaniments/seasoningsBeets: I really liked the spices they used. I'm a huge fan of beets but the flavor was really strong and too sweet.Egg tofu: Delicious. I always love egg tofu and the mushrooms were such an interesting twist.Brussels sprouts: Nicely crisped up and tender. I wished they were a little more generous with the sauceLiver mousse: financiers were quite greasy. The mousse has a boozy kick to it, which really turned me off even though I love pate and liver.Garlic knots: got this as an attempt to assuage the saltiness. Had a nice chewy texture. I'm sorry but I had to scrape the salt off to enjoy it.Sauerkraut pancakes: the cheese complements the sauerkraut really well. I honestly wish this came out sooner because I was already full by this time!Trout belly: make sure to added that squeeze of lemon! It really brought it all together and hit me with a wave of nostalgia.State bird: this was my favorite! The inside was soft, tender, and perfectly seasoned. The outside was a thin breadcrumb coating that was buttery and had a pleasing, comforting flavor.Donabe: really rich miso soup with fried tofu cubes. The firm tofu was coated in a starch and then fried, giving it an extra bite even soaking in the soup. The tofu also had a very clean and dense tofu flavor. The soup has a ton of Sancho which is one of my favorites. It's citrusy and also a bit numbing. We actually couldn't finish this soup and brought it home to make noodles with the next day. We also had the peanut milk which was so yummy. Our server described it as a Reese's smoothie which was spot on!The space can be a bit noisy but seems like a fun place to come with a group of friends.
Be the first to ReplyI made a reservation here to celebrate my partner's
I made a reservation here to celebrate my partner's birthday. He hasn't gotten the chance to try State Bird yet, so this was a treat. We got a 5:30pm reservation about 2-3 weeks in advance, so I would recommend planning well ahead--spots go pretty quick! Sometimes, I see people lining up before opening, but I'm not sure if they're just there early or if there's a chance at snagging a walk-in table. Safest bet is to reserve!Our dining experience here was super fun. While there is a menu of starters (pancakes), mains, and dessert, there are about 8-10 side dishes carted around dim sum style, so you can try as little or as much as you'd like. Lots of variety and very tempting, but such a creative way to serve. The staff were also all so friendly and lovely to us, and made it difficult to forget that we were there for a birthday, haha. The food was pretty good--I enjoyed the Asian-inspired flavors and dishes. Some stand-outs for me:- Smoked trout dip with house-made potato chips- Sourdough sauerkraut pecorino & ricotta pancakes (these were SO yummy)- Spicy beef tongue pancake- Pork belly salad- Lilikoi ice cream sandwichI think with so many small dishes, there are bound to be some that are not as good as others, but overall, I think they have a well-rounded (ever changing) menu and provided us with a fantastic experience.
Be the first to ReplyState bird started out as one of the top restaurants in San
State bird started out as one of the top restaurants in San Francisco and then somehow they got even better! Stellar cuisine! Highly recommended!
Be the first to ReplyWell officially my first Michelin restaurant in the Bay
Well officially my first Michelin restaurant in the Bay Area. Hopefully, not my last, either. Greeted with smiles and great hospitality. Waitress was a motivator for sure. She was pleasant and not overbearing, which goes to every single worker there. We were not going to be shy and only order a few things. We ended up with 11items from the menu: #1 duck mousse with financiers( great texture and we felt the taste of the mousse was pleasant and not gamey) #2 smoked trout chip and dip( a bit heavy handed on the sauce, didn't really taste the fish at all, the chips were greaseless, nice) #3 charred cauliflower( definitely one of the highlights of the meal, cauliflower was sweet and the sauce was creamy with a slight kick perfect combo) #4 pork belly salad( another highlight with the pork having more meat than fat and the arugula and fish sauce was a perfect balance) #5 local squid( this one felt a little short for me, a bit bland, cucumbers and almonds were lost, but, the squid was cooked perfectly and chickpeas added nice crunch) #6 sourdough sauerkraut pancakes( no discernible sauerkraut flavor but the cheese was pronounced and I loved it. A touch too much salt though, so get the water ready) #7 state bird provisions ( I personally didn't try this one but partner said it tasted good with some gamey taste to it but expected with quail) #8 klingman steak( definitely, for me,the star of the night. Very meaty flavor, seasoned perfectly, a tad rarer then expected but still edible and the mushrooms and cabbage accompaniments were fantastic #9 horchata ice cream sandwich( amazing cinnamon based ice cream with strawberries and coconut ganache was such a perfect blend. I don't know why they call it a macaron, it tasted a bit more like a cookie but still delicious) #10 guava sorbet( fantastic textures going on and perfect contrast to the sweeter horchata sandwich) #11 world peace drink( gimmicky but still fun to try, wouldn't order again though. Well that's it, however, one side note, partner and I are not booze drinkers, so we ordered the shiso-yuzu drink and it was the perfect counter balance drink for all the dishes especially the saltier offerings. Hope everyone who goes to State Bird has as good a time as we did and hope to go back when the dim sum carts come back into play and the menu changes a bit.
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