Finally got around to this spot in the neighborhood!We really enjoyed the decor, music, and overall ambiance. The employees were all friendly and attentive. We had a nice chat with the owner about what Réunion island is like, sounds like a dream.To start the meal, we ordered the appetizer sampler platter and got two different samosas (ham and potato + cheese and scallion), the salted cod, and the Lima bean fritters. For the mains we got the swordfish massalé and the coconut shrimp. Then finally for dessert we got the corn cake with passion fruit. The standouts were the samosas, especially the cheese and scallion. They were super light and crispy, and the filling was so good. Personally, I think that the salted cod fritter was a bit too salty, but I mean... it's salted cod so if that's your thing, go for it! The Lima bean fritter felt a little dense, kind of like a falafel. Maybe some sort of pickle situation could elevate the cod fritter and Lima bean fritters? They just felt a bit heavier compared to the samosas.For the mains, both the shrimp and the fish were cooked perfectly. Personally think they both needed a bit more salt, but the sauces were really great with the rice, especially the massalé. The mains do come with Lima beans or lentils. We think that these need more seasoning as well. They felt like a bit of an afterthought and ultimately we left them alone. The dessert had great flavor, but just wish the corn cake was more moist!Overall, we had a great experience and would come back. We think that a few small tweaks could really make a big difference. Looking forward to it!
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