It was Father's Day and plans were set to try out Eatery, in the Hell's Kitchen scene on the West side. Unfortunately, a place that didn't take reservations, and a table of 7 was doomed for failure. As it turns out, they recommended we stroll several blocks north to their sister restaurant, Whym, just reopened and renovated, with similar style new American fusion flavors, and more stylish decor, in a less boisterous and chaotic space.
Appetizing appetizers - the Calamari with a sweet chili sauce had a nice zip not overly spicy and somehow, it maintained a nice crispy texture. A Grilled Flatbread with cambezola cheese, gaeta olives, grilled zucchini, charred tomatoes had a slightly subdued blue flavor, tart and salty. Perfect for snacking on!
With our group, we basically ordered one of every entree on the menu, and they delivered with a speedy turn-time to boot! This was a Chipotle Spiked Meatloaf with sautéed spinach, vermont cheddar mashed potatoes, double smoked bacon-mushroom gravy. The subtle smokiness and heat rises from the back of your throat, while the decadent gravy cohesively ties the package together. Comfort at its best. There was also Barbequed Short Ribs with caramelized baby carrots, sweet potato mash. Now that was the epitome of very tender, fall-off-the-bone, braised beef.
"There's always room for dessert." A Banana Cream Pie with caramelized banana, chocolate, caramel, toasted coconut. Pillowy and airy on the top, more fragrant, creamier and resolute in between, and a firm, substantive and hearty crust at the base, entangled by drizzles of sweet deliciousness.
out of the 3 desserts, i like the banana cream pie the best.
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