My husband and I were in Latrobe to see roadside attractions when we found this amazing new restaurant. The owner/chef and the menu are what caught our attention. Our dining experience captured our hearts.
The building is in the middle of Main Street, and it has been nicely updated in a way that reflects its history and looks chic, modern. Love the inclusion of Andy Warhol art! We were greeted by a very sweet dog as we waited to be seated. We were lucky on a Monday night to be seated without a reservation. You might want to make one! Lucky for us, seats were available right at the open kitchen. We had the pleasure of watching Chef Adam and Chef Shawn cook and plate.
The menu reflects French-style cooking. Each dish is precise and refined with big flavors. Chef Adam has nods to his Maine upbringing and recent Maryland experience. He vowed to always have some kind of banana split dessert on the menu, a tribute to his new hometown.
Nancy is a super friendly host. She made us feel welcomed and taken care of. Her favorite dish is the duck. We were trying to save room for dessert, so we ordered thoughtfully: crab dip, asparagus salad, and the salmon en papillote. Of course, we had the banana split dessert, which was a great play on the traditional dessert.
Throughout the meal, we were able to learn more about and connect with Adam, Nancy, and Shawn. This is what made our meal truly special. It felt like we were dining with friends.
Even if you are a few hours away from Latrobe, make a point to eat here. You'll appreciate the decor and atmosphere. You'll appreciate how the local farms and shops are highlighted. You'll be amazed by Chef Adam's food. And you'll fall in love with the charm of...
Read moreMy husband and I recently took my in-laws here for dinner, and it was an absolutely wonderful experience! Easily one of the best restaurants we’ve visited in Pennsylvania. The freshly baked variety of breads paired with molasses butter was a perfect start, so much so that we ordered more to take home! The crab dip appetizer was also a standout, generously packed with crab meat—no skimping here!
For our entrees, my father-in-law and I had the local trout with mushroom risotto, which was fabulous. My husband enjoyed the beef pot pie, which was hearty and comforting, especially on a chilly day. My mother-in-law loved her Caesar salad, especially the homemade croutons and bacon pieces.
For dessert, we couldn’t resist trying all three options: the chocolate lava cake with peanut butter ice cream, the apple crumble with vanilla bean ice cream, and the carrot cake crème brûlée. The lava cake and apple crumble were our favorites, and if we could, we’d buy a whole gallon of that incredible peanut butter ice cream!
Overall, this was an exceptional dining experience. High-end, farm-to-table cuisine with a relaxing atmosphere and attentive staff. They don’t rush to turn tables, so there’s no pressure to leave after your meal. The open-concept kitchen is a nice touch, allowing you to watch the chefs prepare and plate your dishes. You can tell they take pride in their craft, and it certainly shows in their food. 10/10—highly recommend, and we’ll...
Read moreMy experience was incredible from start to finish. Especially being greeted by a handsome, four-legged, sweet greeter named Mousse. We were celebrating our anniversary and my boyfriend called the day of for reservations. Being that it was planned very last minute, we didn’t have any expectations of getting in. Just took a chance. However, the owner on the phone was kind enough to fit us in short notice. The atmosphere at first glance is small, intimate, yet charming. They had a small section off to the side where you can graze over various local foods and market items. When we sat down to eat, we weren’t sure what to expect food and price wise. The prices were surprisingly reasonable for the quality and time invested in the dish. We had their Maryland crab dip as a starter. It was delicious. For the entrees, we had the local short rib and the gnocchi. Both of which were an absolute homerun! They were both full of flavor and complexity in the best way possible. In the beginning, we were eyeing up the desserts but after all of the food that we had, we chose to pass. But will certainly be back for dessert another time. The staff was so kind and the owners took the time to ask us about everything. We were very pleased with our service and are happy to see such a wonderful revitalization in the...
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