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Dining Out:

Come For The Sights or Food…It’s a Win-Win!

By Alan Serinsky of Bocaire enhancement known to mankind. Luckily, my wife reminded and, hopefully, a sprig of rosemary to reach my expectations.
Country Club. Hungry Al’s love me that I have “crossed over” and the only gesture I need to Thankfully, Avalon seemed to hit on all cylinders.
for food started very young. Never display is getting the waiter’s attention to order her another As for our ladies of the night, Hungry D and Hungry J
satisfied with his Mom’s dishes, he martini! opted for the Maine Halibut ($42). Here again, the chef can
started to cook his way through First Impressions: Avalon is located on the same balcony treat his fish as well as his beef. The optimal piece of fish hit the
her “Betty Crocker Cookbook.” as Rocco’s Tacos. The blueprint of this restaurant is not big, skillet with the proper timing, giving it that golden sear, which
During the years to follow he so crowding either at the bar or tables is expected. I consider resulted in a translucent glistening interior as the fork easily
spend many hours working in it “live entertainment” if you can grab a booth on the back pierced its middle. It was served floating on a well-balanced
restaurants, both as server and cook, attending cooking classes wall and have perfect viewing of all the goings-on. Also, citrus brown sauce accompanied by roasted cauliflower,
and traveling the world in an effort to expand his palette. on weekend nights expect large parties with large tables. currants, pine nuts and capers.
As a professional writer, Hungry Al offers his perspective Fortunately, the one across from us were respectful of other As with all steak houses there are an array of sides. We
on current food trends and guides you through your local diners. selected the fingerling potatoes that I felt was one of the few
restaurant options. The tables are nicely appointed, with white tablecloths misfires. The small potatoes were definitely overcooked with
and wine glasses that seem fitting for wine at their prices. an unappetizing brownish look that was lacking seasoning and
Avalon Steak & Seafood The service staff here is on top of their game considering how flavor.
110 E. Atlantic Ave. hard it is to find waitstaff nowadays. I have to jest that as we The menu at Avalon does come with all the standard sides
Delray Beach, FL 33444 proceeded to our table there was a line of waitstaff greeting you would expect at any steakhouse.
(561) 593-5200 us like a procession for the King. From The Dessert Tray: What’s a steak house without a
Prime Your Tastebuds: The wine list here is not Key Lime Pie or a NY Cheesecake? Here at the Avalon they
Food For Thought: There are numerous times when the inexpensive, nor were the drinks. We did find a decent won’t disappoint you on these selections. Don’t expect a “NYC
hype of a new restaurant is overplayed. Your friends, your bottle of Veeder Valley Cabernet for about $80. The waiter Juniors” size piece of creamy cheesecake filling sitting on a
family, your neighbors, and even your housekeeper will voice recommended the Roasted Cauliflower as an appetizer one-inch of graham crust. Most of the desserts here are small
their opinions about a restaurant you’ve got to try. Being a food ($16), but I’m not a big fan of this vegetable regardless of its in comparison, especially for the high price. Maybe they are
writer, I’m a target for all these recommendations. Believe me, preparation. Our table decided to split two Wedge Salads ($19). helping to keep the slim waistlines of their female patrons in
I listen and sometimes I go and sometimes I don’t. I couldn’t Obviously, this typical selection for a steakhouse is predictable. line. For us, we opted not to go with desserts for the night.
resist any longer after hearing the constant accolades for Avalon I had to compliment their use of Applewood smoked bacon, Check Please: Regardless of your age or resources, this
in Delray. Reyes point Blu Cheese, heirloom Tomatoes and Brioche might be one place to celebrate a special evening. I would
For me, Delray has always been part of my work space croutons. recommend that you pick a night other than Friday or Saturday
when I had a real job. So, when I find myself back here for I would also recommend that, on your visit, you try their if you like to have a comfortable conversation.
recreation, I now feel like a tourist. During the evening this Charred Octopus ($24) with cannellini beans, pancetta, shaved Remember to up your credit card limit because you’ll
small, quiet beach town transforms into another South Beach. fennel with a Chimichurri sauce. need it. Also, don’t come dressed in shorts or work jeans.
Yes, I love the energy, but somehow I don’t feel the vibe like Straight From The Kitchen: Hungry Al and Hungry B This is a place to be seen and admired. And if you’re on a
a millennial. decided on Avalon’s filet tonight. I’m not a big steak eater, date with your significant
The youthfulness is evident once you cross the threshold of so when the temptation occurs it has to be a great steak. The other, please remember: the
the Avalon. I’m so elated to see the youth of our times spending advertised 7 ounce steak that seemed more like 9 ounces was only head you need to turn
money like an ATM, pumping endless cash on everything they perfectly cooked. The outside delivered a masterful char, is the one accompanying
wear, drink and eat. and my desired medium rare was executed with a flawless you. The Hungry Squad is
I also have to comment that these young professionals temperature. One of my personal cooking pet peeves relates happy to award four huge size
are here to impress. As a spectator, it was hard being discreet to proper seasoning of any protein. A good steak should be steak knives to this wonderful
with my glances of gorgeous young women strutting every well salted and peppered, then basted with butter, shallots dining establishment on the Avenue.