We had dinner at the Sardine Room and were seated right away. The atmosphere was fantastic, very cozy and the staff (all wearing hats and welcome smiles) were forthright about the selections, something I consider very important!
When asked to suggest a selection, the last thing you want to hear from the staff is ‘Everything is great’. You won’t find that at the Sardine Room, instead, you be asked a few questions and then offered a recommendation.
For a drink, I had the Pomegranate Martini which consists of 2 oz citrus vodka, 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/4 oz fresh pomegranate juice, 1 oz simple syrup all shaken with ice and strained into a chilled martini glass. A dash of rose water was added and garnished with flamed orange peel. If you haven’t tried one yet, you’ll be surprised!
Dinner was the Brandy Buttered Scallops and a Brandy Dijon Filet Mignon. These big beautiful sea scallops were pan seared and drizzled with brandy butter and served with the house rice. Not one grain of sand and by far the very best scallops I have had yet! I don’t say that lightly - I’m a big scallop fan and these were absolutely fantastic not to mention filling!
The Brandy Dijon Filet Mignon was a tender 8oz. chargrilled filet mignon covered with fresh mushrooms sauteed in garlic butter and finished with a creamy Dijon mustard / brandy peppercorn sauce. The steak was cooked exactly as ordered!
Established in 98, the Sardine Room with its striking 20 foot arched ceiling, stone fireplace and beautiful marble bar make for a comfortable, warm and inviting dinning experience. The owners, Dave Biesiada and chef, Chris Anderson bring years of experience to the table and make the Sardine Room what it is today. It is a must visit!
The Sardine Room
website: http://www.sardineroom.com
2536 Henry St
Muskegon, MI 49441
(231) 755-5008