Ten 01
Category: American (New) [Edit]
Neighborhood: Pearl District1001 NW Couch St
Portland, OR 97209 (503) 226-3463
- Price Range: $$$
- Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
- Parking: Street
- Attire: Casual
- Good for Groups: Yes
- Good for Kids: No
- Takes Reservations: Yes
- Delivers: No
- Take-out: Yes
- Waiter Service: Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
- Outdoor Seating: Yes
- Good for: Dinner
- Alcohol: Full Bar
30 Reviews for Ten 01
We enjoyed our dinner at Ten 01 while in Portland. We had a great server...and all 6 of us enjoyed each of our individual meals. We started with a Cheese Plate, the bbq thai rib (the best thing all night), and the pork belly.....and then moved onto entree's (too many to list)....and then dessert...the doughnuts were incredible!
It's worth a visit...and I would highly recommend you trying it if you love eating at nice places!
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After deciding to play hookey and take a few much needed mental health days to enjoy the summer sun and all that Portland has to offer, the Tall Leggy Blonde (TLB) and I headed down to the Pearl. The weather was warm and we wandered around the blocks, occasionally stopping in any store that happened to catch our eyes. With the hot sun beating down, our legs tiring and our mouths becoming parched, we decided to make a quick stop at Ten 01 for happy hour.
I knew I had heard of this place on Yelp, but didn't remember the details...luckily the truffle fries immediately caught our attention, so we promptly ordered these delectable potatoes along with a couple of adult beverages. The French fries were amazing...alone they are worth stopping by for. The Hopworks (or HUB as they seem to be known as) beer was the perfect compliment to the fries and quickly erased the memory of dry mouth syndrome I was experiencing earlier. The TLB had what she claimed was the best Bloody Mary she has ever had the pleasure of drinking. I could tell that she wasn't exaggerating. The pickled vegetables used in her drink were all homemade and canned by the bar manager, and when added to the mix which included a special habanera sauce, it all perfectly combined into one hell of a drink.
It was late afternoon on a Thursday, so there was only one other group in the bar. Our waiter was fantastic and attentive, and the bartender was quick to share the secret of her amazing Bloody Mary's. While we only were there initially for a quick drink and some fries, we will certainly be back for dinner.
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The best restaurant I've been to in Portland! Definitely well worth the try. We went here for a team dinner on a Tuesday evening. As expected, pretty easy to get reservations.
Everything about Ten 01 is great - the decor, the service (a bit slow at times), the drinks, and of course, the food. The menu offers a range of dishes to meet any diner's preference. Serving portions are just right (might be small for some), allowing you to enjoy appetizers, an entree, and dessert.
So if you're looking for a restaurant, I defintiely recommend this one! A bit more pricey, but well worth the money! After reading some reviews, I need to go back to try the french fries with truffle oil! YUM!
The better half and I decided to try Ten 01 for happy hour on that scorcher of a Friday afternoon we had a week ago. Sad to say, one of the best things we could say of the experience was "at least they had air conditioning".
Before I get flamed, let me explain. Looking at other reviews here on Yelp, we were expecting something approaching HH Nirvana. However, the reality is closer to being yet another above average after work stop like several others in the Pearl. On to the gory details...
The food IS good, worthy of 4 stars, and makes me want to go back to see what they can do with a full dinner. The slider was good, but overpriced considering other bars have a full sized burger at the same price. The Thai ribs were the right combo of spicy and sweet. The "tater tots" were more like a croquette, but how can you go wrong with shallots AND bacon. We didn't order the truffle fries, but I wished we had.
The service was good, but not great. I think it was the heat, because everything seemed to run in slow motion. Everyone on staff were friendly. The atmosphere is a little on the trendy side, but we were in the Pearl.
For HH, the beverage menu is at least as important as the food. In my opinion, this is Ten 01's biggest failing. I wasn't in the mood for a $9 cocktail and the majority of their wines by the glass were in the double digits, so I was stuck with their anemic beer selection. There were only two beers on tap (a Rogue and a Walking Man, if I remember correctly), but they did have several imports in bottles that I didn't feel were overpriced. Disappointing to say the least.
To level set, the three stars means that Ten 01 is a good happy hour choice because the food is innovative, even if it is a little pricey. I really want to try it again to see what they can do with a full dinner menu.
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They have truffled french fries at Happy Hour.
Lemme just make this clear:
1. They fry some potatoes.
2. They toss them in truffle oil.
Come on people. Does life get any better than french fries... with truffle oil? I didn't effin' think so.
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A couple of friends recently took me up on an offer to go to ten 01 for quail, which I had enjoyed there in January, though they have apparently rotated the items on their menu since then. Nevertheless, there remained a beautiful selection of appetizers and main courses,and I was happy to have the opportunity to sample another dish.
To start, the chef sent over small cups of a flavorful custard, prosciutto, aged cheese, and crouton concoction, which we practically inhaled. My friends shared a half dozen oysters, which I don't care for but they enjoyed immensely.
I was still feeling a little bummed about the quail until I tasted (and subsequently wolfed down) their amazingly tender, juicy beef short ribs. One of my friends had "the best halibut I've ever tasted" with mussels, and more oysters...and the other ate some sort of saucy flat noodles with proscuitto and fried quail eggs, which looked amazing. I also had a hefeweizen.
Then we shared a sumptuous chocolate chip bread pudding (topped with banana slices) drizzled with and surrounded by caramel and a scoop of coffee flavored ice cream. Utterly amazing. After dessert the chef gave us a sampler of 8 assorted truffles and turkish delight. Pure dark chocolatey heaven.
The restaurant was active, but not too busy, and conveniently located about 6 blocks from my apartment in the heart of the Pearl District. We got in without a reservation on a Saturday night and were immediately seated. The decor is modern and original -- very spacious and warm with a "clean" look and feel. The wait staff are knowledgeable, personable, polite, and FAST. Couldn't ask for better service.
Highly recommended to anyone looking to enjoy a relaxed, yet bustling restaurant atmosphere with absolutely fantastic food.
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Stopped in here for happy hour on Friday. Despite how busy it was, we were greeted immediately upon entering by the friendliest host/hostesses ever. Explained we were here for a small bite and some strong cocktails and were shown to a bar table...a little unusual but not uncomfortably so. We decided on the steamers and the truffled french fries. The drinks were good and strong, and the nibbles delicious. The earthiness of the truffle oil is a good match w/ the french fries. I'd like to come back for dinner some time.
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I just returned from here and I'm more than stuffed! The food was so amazing it was impossible to stop. I had some of the best scallops and the most amazing dessert. The service was perfect, everyone was pleased with their meals and the atmosphere was just right.
I have nothing to complain about except that I ate way too much!
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Yes, the HH is that good.
For drinks, we had the vodka-based Oregon Anjou and the gin-based Alaska. Made with house-made syrups & bitters, they really hit the spot. And that spot was our livers. Nice and strong.
Also tried the cheese plate and the chef (or someone) picked out three delicious cheese for us (I believe they were the gongonzola dulce, green peppercorn and triple cream). Amazing.
Attentive and friendly staff also, which is sometimes hard to come by during a popular HH.
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I will come back and add my fifth star after I have a full meal, not just a happy hour/drinks & apps experience to base it on. I have been to ten01 twice now and been wowed both times by the bartenders. They were both extremely friendly and knowledgable, as well as completely lacking in the pretentious department. When we asked a question about a specific liqueur, a sample was offered up in a tasting glass and a concise explanation along with it. This has happened three times now- chanteuse, herbsaint, and cherry heering. When the seemingly newer/lower on the food chain bartender made us a Singapore Sling, which he wasn't too familiar with, he not only tasted it himself to make sure it was correct, but also had Kelly, the lead bartender, taste it as well. Wow, just wow. Such nice guys and fantastic service and cocktails. Spendy, yes, but worth the extra $2 for the service and environment (wonderful, as others have said). HH food is delicious and a steal, and the bar menu is pretty reasonable as well. Like I said, after the lucky night when I get to enjoy an entree, I will be with another star, or at least I assume based on my impression so far.
And OH MY GOD THE TATER TOTS!!! If you can make tater tots this delicious and classy, well then... you deserve all the stellar reviews you have gotten.
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"Honey, we're going to Ten 01 tonight for dinner! It's in the Pearl so bust out the black!," I called up the stairs as Ms. A headed to the shower. We've made a pact to get away from Alberta St at least some Fridays, so we're heading to a five-star Yelpee on the other side of the river.
Turns out there was no need to dig out the dark hues from the closet - although very stylish and sophisticated, Ten 01 doesn't pretend it's not in Portland. Our waiter alternated speaking English and French between us and the neighboring table. Fleece and jeans mingled comfortably with the expected shades of black in the early dinner hour couture.
Although the wine list is extensive and tempting, we went with cocktails from their special menu. Ms A. had an Anjou pear martini, made with Medoyev Vodka and fresh pear puree, with a dusting of cinnamon. It was bright and festive. I had the somewhat more austere Alaska, a delicately balanced blending of gin and Chartreuse, which didn't appeal to me at first but turned out to be a brilliant pairing with fresh oysters and an heirloom beet salad.
That salad, by the way, could transform a person's opinion of beets. This is no pungent peasant food, but subtly sweet cubes of white beet, served over arugula with pine nuts and feta and set off with a tangy, dry vinaigrette. One of the simplest and best salads I have had all year.
We followed with entrees - Ms. A selected the scallops with chorizo and almonds, which meant, by our rules, I had to order something else. But nearly all of the dozen or so items on the menu had their virtues so I didn't despair. I went with the crispy skin chicken with a gorgonzola polenta and was not sorry.
This was comfort food, in the sense that it was rich and deeply flavorful although not challenging to the palate. And that was just fine -- in fact, utterly satisfying. The chicken was moist and was nicely complemented by the polenta (I mean, what dinner isn't helped out with gorgonzola?). The scallops were fantastic, large and rich. Ms. A admitted she was intimidated by the notion of chorizo with them -- needlessly, it turned out. It was a mellow kind of chorizo that aided and abetted the flavor of the scallops without smothering it.
To finish we split a butternut squash creme brule. It was a little like the flavor of pumpkin pie and the chef got the sweetness balance right for my taste, with most of the sugar in the topping, not weighing down the creme itself.
The service was just the right balance of attentiveness and distance and the ambient noise, which can crush a romantic mood in some of the destinations around here, hovered at a level happily between festive and hushed.
Now that I know Ten 01 I'll have to return for happy hour. I think I'll wear jeans.
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I went here when they originally opened and found the food to be unsatisfying and overpriced. I recently when there again for a business dinner and was shocked by how much had changed. Service was much better and the food was outstanding. The appetizers were fantastic, I highly recommend the lollipop shrimp. They have an excellent wine selection and were quick on the refills :)
I would give it 5 stars but my steak along with many others at the table was undercooked. It seemed they just cooked all of them to rare and called it good.
Highly recommended even with the extra bloody steak, I will be returning.
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I've been to Ten 01 only for happy hours, but what a fine happy hour it is! Located in the Pearl, I like to sit outside at a little bistro table (in warmer months) and watch Portland bustling by.
The waiter was friendly and helpful, and did not lead us astray with wine recommendations. The appetizers were FANTASTIC. No, really--some of the best. Get a little plate of "beef sliders" (like no White Castle Slider I've ever tried), truffle fries, crispy almonds, olives, oysters, and my personal favorite: homemade bacon shallot tater tots. Creamy, dreamy, steaming little tater tots of happiness (anything with bacon and potato in it is probably right up my alley). You can fill up on appetizers and have a nice glass of wine or a cocktail, and not leave broke.
The inside is very stylish, and the chef is friendly and glad you are there. The menu, should you choose to venture beyond their kickin' happy hour, features fresh local "farm to table" ingredients, and the cocktails are made with "fresh squeezed juices and artisan spirits, house made syrups". The focus of Ten 01 is on quality.
Dinner from Monday - Saturday from 5pm to close
Lunch from Monday - Saturday from 11:30am to 3pm
Happy Hour from 3pm - 6pm Monday - Saturday
Private dining available, and you can make reservations from their website.
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One word, Amazing!
This place had a semi-bad rep under the last kitchen manager, however they have turned it around ten fold. I really could not recommend this place enough.
First the place is beautiful. The staff, decor, ambiance, etc.
Second, their cocktail menu is very innovative. It changes with the seasons and what their supplier(s) have to offer. For example, who would have thought that Tequila would be brilliant with Rhubarb? Put a little black salt and honey on the rim, you're good to go! Or maybe some fresh lavender with gin? I'm not a big fan of gin, but I second guessed myself after drinking this. It's fun to go try their new concoctions!
Third, I don't eat meat, however their kitchen was MORE than accommodating to help out a little veg-head with her needs and made an awesome Heirloom tomato risotto, TO DIE FOR!
It is an exciting experience every time I go in this place, whether it's dropping in for a quick cocktail or being treated to an off the menu experience. I'm lucky to work so close by!
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Great lunch, dinner, and happy hour!
This is one of my favorite Pearl hangouts and you can enjoy it at any time of the day. The two story restaurant is fun and modern, but not in a pretentious kind of way. The location is fantastic right across the street from Powell's in The Henry building.
Lunch: The lunch menu is imaginative and not too pricey. One of my favorites is the soppresata sandwich with the AWESOME fries on the side.
Happy Hour: Mmmm...less expensive and delicious. The happy hour menu has some great smaller bites. I am quite partial to the homemade , baked macaroni and cheese. The mini beef slider is a small hamburger and is very tasty. Dollar oysters are also a great deal. Drinks are expertly crafted and always very consistent.
Dinner: By far the best experience I have had here is dinner. The menu is creative with great local ingredients. I have never had anything quite like the sweet corn bisque. I had the Copper River salmon which was perfectly cooked with English Peas.
Overall, great food in a fun atmosphere!
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Today, I was schooled. I was informed the famous Pinot Noir producing appellation is pronounced "will-AM-ette", not "will-em-ette". Who knew? Apparently every Oregonian - they are just too polite to tell you.
I digress.
Ten 01 is brilliant - everything everyone else has said, I concur!
Super fresh, seasonal, balanced flavors in a hyper-stylish space in Portland's trendy Pearl District.
Took said clients (who performed above said schooling) here for a business lunch and everyone was completely satiated and we all left with big smiles on our faces.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for really solid, smart dishes whilst in Portland.
Oh & they serve Dry Soda in stunning Reidel glasses. Now THAT is what I'm talking about.
Well done!
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Maybe we should have tried their dinner. This is strictly for our limited experience of their "infamous" Happy Hour.
We got there right around Happy Hour so early...the place was very quiet. There were 2 regulars (they knew the bartender quite well) at the bar where we sat and another lady near the window.
It's a more trendy spot w/ a bit of sophistication. We wanted oysters and they didn't have it!?! Not sure why and that was a real turn off. I decided with the Henry II and not impressed at all - actually it was pretty bad and I'm a bubble girl and LOVE my champagne. Hubby has something local brew on draft. We decided to start with the steamers (see photo) - it was ok but the crostini w/ the olive tapanade was SO salty. Should have tried their tater tots or truffled fries instead or in addition to the steamers... Oh well, we just didn't want to stay much longer - time to hit other Happy Hours while the evening is still young.
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Terminal Velocity. Sashimi of Hamachi with Green Apple Celeriac Vinaigrette. Hand-Cut Prime Beef Tartare with Horseradish Aioli, Capers, Fried Green Tomatoes. Draper Valley Half Chicken with Fennel Puree, Spanish Chorizo, Peppadews, Marcona Almonds, Spring Asparagus. Grilled Spring Lamb Chops with Goat Cheese Gnocchi, Summer Squash, Rosemary Oil and Aged Balsamic. Frangelico Creme Brule with Toasted Oregon Hazelnuts. Raspberry S'mores with Housemade Raspberry Marshmallows, Vahlrona Dark Chocolate, Graham Cracker and Fresh Raspberries.
Yes. I did just recite half the menu.
OH. MY. GAWD.
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The happy hour is perfect. Mature, non-sugary cocktails combined with an outstanding, affordable menu. Kelly, our bartender, must have been transported from another time. He executed magnificent, arcane cocktails perfectly. The libations paired perfectly with delightful happy hour appetizers like mac n' cheese with short rib meat or clams and mussels in a cozy garlic saffron broth. But, the true fete was the stunning originality of the housemade bacon-shallot tater tots!
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So so so yummy! The risotto was to die for! Plus the server brought out a little something else for us to try. Went back from lunch the same week, and the sandwiches were just as good! Love it
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I went last night with my partner and a friend of ours from France who is working here on a long-term assignment. Overall, we had an excellent experience, although there were some minor flaws.
We sat upstairs. The decor is amazing - one of the best interiors in Portland - chic without being excessively trendy, stylish, yet comfortable. The lighting is just right, and the surroundings just make everyone look good. The feel is lively, but the room is not excessively noisy - something I really appreciate and can be hard to find in a large Pearl District restaurant. The layout, at least upstairs, gives you a sense of both considerable privacy while being part of a lively & sophisticated crowd, which is not easy to pull off.
We started with an amuse-bouche - a cauliflower panna cotta with crabmeat and some kind of roe - salmon I think. Awesome. The only problem is that it set the bar so high that I expected everything that followed to be perfect, and the rest of the meal did not quite live up to that standard.
We shared the Willapa Bay clams appetizer, which was excellent, and there was plenty to go around for three people.
My two companions both ordered the duck special - they were pleased with it and they both cleaned their plate and these are two people who would not eat everything if they didn't like it. I had a hard time deciding as everything looked good, but decided to go with the crispy-skin chicken. Unfortunately the skin was not crispy, but it tasted good nevertheless, and the chicken was tender, flavorful and perfectly seasoned - very salty, but I like it that way. It was served with a gorgonzola polenta (divine) and some vegetables (parsnips and some other root vegetable that I don't remember) that were RAW in the middle and almost inedible - an almost shocking flaw given how good everything else was. Don't get me wrong, I'd go back, but still, I find being served nearly inedible vegetables inexcusable in a restaurant of this level. Portions were quite generous - I ate only half my chicken and was still pleasantly stuffed at the end of the meal.
My companions were too full for dessert, but I was tempted by the olive-oil beignets with lemon-sage creme anglaise. They both tasted them and didn't care for it, but I loved it. In case you've never had them, beignets are kinda sorta like doughnuts but a little lighter - these were bite-sized and served with the creme anglaise on the side. A little greasy (inevitable since beignets are deep-fried), but delicious, and the creme anglaise was a perfect accompaniment - the subtle lemony/herbal flavor helped to offset the grease and sugar of the beignets. We ended with a complimentary serving of chocolate truffles and pate des fruits. The chocolate was good but not great. The pates des fruits, on the other hand, were wonderful. These are a French specialty, and Ten 01's passed muster with our Parisian friend.
My only quibble with the menu is that there were no vegetarian entrees. My partner and I are semi-vegetarian, and while to be honest, we didn't mind having an excuse to have meat, I expect a restaurant of this caliber in Portland to offer at least one vegetarian option. Otherwise, I would describe the menu as leaning slightly in the direction of upscale comfort food but with an adventurous twist.
The service was adequate, but a little less attentive than it should have been. That said, our waitress was friendly and unobtrusive, and we lingered for nearly four hours without feeling like they were trying to push us out.
Ten 01 has great potential and could certainly become a five-star restaurant - they just need to pay a little more attention to details, such as cooking their vegetables properly, and to polish the service a bit.
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Overall, very enjoyable dinner at Ten 01.
Located in behind Powell's, very easy to find. From the moment you walk in, you are treated with great warmth - everyone is genuinely nice, and everyone who works there that came into contact with us had a great smile. Staff were knowledgeable about both the restaurant and the food. Staff were very complimentary to the chef - they have a good team built in this restaurant, with everyone working together - somewhat rare to be treated so consistantly by everyone - kudos on that.
Decor is tasteful and current, without being pretentious. There is at least some focus on being environmentally concious, with building materials being selected with care - for example, bar is built from single tree knocked down in a storm.
Food tends to be trendy with a healthy spin - lentels and beans figure fairly prominently in the menu. Very fresh ingredients, with no sacrifice in the flavour area.
First, they brought out a "teaser" au gratis - it was a cauliflower puree with dunganees crab and trout rowe. Tasty. Next, our party of three tried the sishumi dish - this was very good, served with apples and celery heart, a nice compliment to the fish. After this, some delicious heavy but moist fresh bread was brought out for us to try.
I tried the bacon wrapped quail, which came on a bed of beans - very flavourful. Friends had the pork tenderloin, and the beef dish. Both were excellent, also very flavourful.
We shared a dessert - bread pudding, one of my favorites. This version was a bit lighter than most, but with chocolate in it. It was good - but I think I've had better.
Overall - entrees were the best part of the food experience. Everyone enjoyed the meal.
Would I return - Yes.
Would I recommend - Yes.
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Excellent! Stopped in for a quick happy hour nosh, had the Fried Green Tomatoes and some Corn Chowder shots. Very tasty! The dinner menu looks great and I can't wait to come back and try it.
Service was knowledgeable (we grilled the poor guy about drinks and he hung in there admirably), the decor lovely (as you would expect from what must be one of the priciest commercial leases in the state), and the vibe was friendly and welcoming.
This place should have a nice future!
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Their happy hour is fabulous! Sitting out in the warm sunshine nibbling on $4 fois gras and $1 oysters while sipping on a lavender gin and tonic: A little slice of heaven.
My husband and I keep an ongoing list of restaurants we want to try in Portland. I really like to cook so we don't eat out much...so when we do, it's typically for a special occasion. For New Years Eve, we decided to go out for a nice dinner and selected Ten01 off our list.
The ambiance is great, the service was wonderful and the food was pretty damn good. I'd like to go back on a regular day as they had a fixed menu for the holiday which included:
Course 1: Willapa Bay Oyster with Caviar
Course 2: Celery Root Soup
Course 3: Scallop Ceviche
Course 4: Risotto with truffles
Course 5: New York Steak
Dessert: Me - trio of sorbets (strawberry, champagne and marionberry); Him - Caramel brownie milkshake
Our favorites were the Celery Root Soup, Scallop Ceviche and Risotto..oh, and the dessert, of course. The steak was really fatty and the oyster tasted a bit like a bad textured shot of salt water.
I'd like to go back as I've heard so many people rave...and the next time, I'd like to sit up above.
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Awesome happy hour full of flavor
Oh no, another great happy hour with incredibly delicious AND cheap nibbles. How could you ever decide between the sliders, truffle fries, barbecue sandwich or lasagna? You can't so it's best to just order all of them. That's where the oh no comes into play for your waistline. Their cocktails are tasty too, and they also offer half bottles of wine, which is perfectly paired with their appetizers. All are reduced during happy hour, which always scores big points with me and my friends. The decor is fabulous too, which makes you feel like you're spending big bucks in a fancy place without emptying your wallet.
Tip: Happy Hour is Monday through Friday, 4 to 6 p.m.
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"Portland has grown up." Exact words on how my girlfriend described the Portland dining scene. I totally believe that is the line as well. Portland was deficient on the food places to go until they developed the Pearl District which popped up some very delicate and fancier places to dine in Portland. 10 01 is just the type of place you wouldn't go wrong. Sweet Corn Bisque is where it's at as it has some Crab in the center and just melts when you sip the soup. My girlfriend had the sauteed Fois Gras and it was nicely prepared and tasted very good. For the main entrees I had the salmon which it was perfectly made to my liking, they had added in some bacon for flavoring. The halibut was good as well but the fish wasn't as tender as it should be, so it might not have been fresh for the day.
Setting is very nice as it is very modern looking for most restaurants in Portland. It faces towards Powell's Books and just in the heart of the Pearl. If you want a good overall dining experience in Portland you would enjoy this restaurant as I think it really exceeded my expectations among Portland dining.
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I was nervous about trying this place, but it is actually very good.
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"Simply brilliant!" That's how The Oregonian described it, and I would have to agree! (Not that I always agree with the paper reviews.) My friend and I went there a few weeks ago for happy hour and had a fabulous time. We had Truffle Fries, the sliders and the lasagna. Everything was so tasty . . . . the truffle fries were served with a pungent mustard, the lasagna was slightly spicy with a wee bit of tartness and the sliders were some of the best I've ever had in P-town. Also, three cheers for their specialty happy-hour cocktail! We ended up having 4 . . . and they were only $5 a piece. It was pure indulgence. The bar was great and the the bartender was even better. I always say, "Don't let a customers hand be without a cocktail if they want one," and he catered to us superbly! I can't wait to go back for dinner or lunch!
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Spectacularly Superb - I'd give it more stars if I could.
From the outside, this chic restaurant in the Pearl District of Portland looks as though it will attempt to impress guests with attitude instead of excellent food. However, the service was friendly and beyond impeccable, the food was astonishly unique and tasty, the atmosphere was sexy and sophisticated without being over-the-top.
I'd recommend everything we ate and drank. Here's the complete low-down:
My "DK" cocktail is my new favorite drink: vodka, kumquats, lime and brown sugar. Heaven finally can be ordered up and served in a glass--now you know... After our drinks were served, our waiter came by to explain the menu (they got a new chef three weeks ago, so the menu was pretty much brand new). He had tried everything on the menu and pointed out his favorites for us and answered all our questions. He was so friendly and helpful that I wanted to invite him to dine with us because it seemed like he'd be a fun addition to the conversation. However, we kept it all professional and took him up on some of his picks: Sweet Corn Bisque (words can't describe how creamy, sweet, and easy to enjoy this soup was), Copper River Salmon on a bed of English peas, asparagus, etc, and Mushroom Stuffed Quail (wrapped in bacon) with baby carrots, potatoes, and the best aged balsamic sauce that could be imagined. I never would have tried the Quail but for our waiter's description and it defied my expectations: tender, tasty, rich and delectable.
Everyone else from the host to the ever-present wait-staff were courteous, fun, and out to ensure an easy-going and classy evening. That is what I call a perfect dining experience.
Seating downstairs is more casual and geared toward a happy-hour crowd. Seating upstairs has more of a formal dining feel and the guests were dressed in the very chic-casual clothes typical of the to-be-seen places in the Pearl. I love the unique lighting and aesthetic design of the restaurant as well. Ten 01 is deserving of more than the full five stars.
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