Anafe

This place has been on my list since it opened years ago. I don’t know why I haven’t gotten there, everyone swears by it. Maybe it just sounded too good to be true, overhyped, something of that sort. It’s also a long way from home. I know, excuses, excuses. And, when I finally went, I was invited by a visiting friend! It’s all a mix of small and medium sized plates, most intended for sharing. This one is a bit small to share, though, and explains our waiter’s “are you sure you just want one”? An amazing chicken liver mousse on toasted cornbread. Fantastic start! Cured boquerones, anchovies, under a sort of sour cream, with an emulsion of pickled beetsl. Amazing. Impeccably fresh heirloom tomato salad with herbs, capers, and onions – simple and delicious. And, one “medium” plate, smoked and grilled chicken with their own housemade coleslaw, pickles, and mustard. Yum! Beautiful space, attentive, friendly waitstaff, stunningly good food. I didn’t see the bill since I was a guest, but looking at the online menu, it’s a little pricey, but I’d say worth it. I never should have thought it was over-hyped. It deserves all its hype!