Slainte, Although Slainte (pronounced Slawn-Cheh) Irish Pub and Restaurant has been around for more than five years, it's recently had a menu overhaul in an effort to make the place more like a gastropub, thanks to the hiring of Chef Bill Crouse. I was so happy to receive an invitation to taste the new menu! I didn't really know what to expect, but I assumed traditional Irish fare, however it was so much more than that. By the end of the meal I was completely blown away by each item I tried. I love when my expectations are surpassed!
Mushroom Gnudi (Gnocchi) $9 - Mushroom gnocchi fried golden and served with brown butter and sage. These are not like your typical potato gnocchi - it tasted more like a deep fried ball of mushroom risotto. Doesn't that sound good!? They are so incredibly creamy and cheesy. To all those mushroom haters - you can hardly tell they are in this dish, don't let it deter you from trying this. OMG I want five million more of these within my reach.
Ploughman's Platter $14 - Smoked fish, cheeses, charcuterie, homemade relish and spread served with toasted bread. Love the presentation of the board and the variety. This would be a good appetizer for a group to share. On the plate were some artichokes, smoked trout, tomato aspic, pate, blue cheese, apples, olives and salami.
Spiced Cornflour Calamari $9 - The calamari is served with beet chips and smoked pepper aioli. If you love calamari you will love these. They are large in size and the breading doesn't overwhelm the meat. The aioli is a really nice change from the usual marinara sauce and the crispy beet chips are a colorful addition.
Spiced Cornflour Calamari $9 - The calamari is served with beet chips and smoked pepper aioli. If you love calamari you will love these. They are large in size and the breading doesn't overwhelm the meat. The aioli is a really nice change from the usual marinara sauce and the crispy beet chips are a colorful addition.
Mushroom Gnudi (Gnocchi) $9 - Mushroom gnocchi fried golden and served with brown butter and sage. These are not like your typical potato gnocchi - it tasted more like a deep fried ball of mushroom risotto. Doesn't that sound good!? They are so incredibly creamy and cheesy. To all those mushroom haters - you can hardly tell they are in this dish, don't let it deter you from trying this. OMG I want five million more of these within my reach.Ploughman's Platter $14 - Smoked fish, cheeses, charcuterie, homemade relish and spread served with toasted bread. Love the presentation of the board and the variety. This would be a good appetizer for a group to share. On the plate were some artichokes, smoked trout, tomato aspic, pate, blue cheese, apples, olives and salami.
Spiced Cornflour Calamari $9 - The calamari is served with beet chips and smoked pepper aioli. If you love calamari you will love these. They are large in size and the breading doesn't overwhelm the meat. The aioli is a really nice change from the usual marinara sauce and the crispy beet chips are a colorful addition.
Spiced Cornflour Calamari $9 - The calamari is served with beet chips and smoked pepper aioli. If you love calamari you will love these. They are large in size and the breading doesn't overwhelm the meat. The aioli is a really nice change from the usual marinara sauce and the crispy beet chips are a colorful addition.
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