Thistle

Hard 5/5 for me. The most memorable dinner experience I’ve had in a long while. Everything was beyond perfect. Our server (fellow with glasses and tatts and lives with cats) was phenomenal and used his discretion (per our request) to choose our wine and main course. The service was not just perfect in a “my water glass was always full way” - but just felt very sincere. These folks know what they’re doing but would never talk down to anyone. The power went out for about 10 seconds, which I felt was the perfect opportunity to tell my bf I love him for the first time. I will always remember my (first) time dining at thistle. ❤️❤️

Hard 5/5 for me. The most memorable dinner experience I’ve had in a long while. Everything was beyond perfect. Our server (fellow with glasses and tatts and lives with cats) was phenomenal and used his discretion (per our request) to choose our wine and main course. The service was not just perfect in a “my water glass was always full way” - but just felt very sincere. These folks know what they’re doing but would never talk down to anyone. The power went out for about 10 seconds, which I felt was the perfect opportunity to tell my bf I love him for the first time. I will always remember my (first) time dining at thistle. ❤️❤️

I came to Thistle with high expectations, given its reputation, but left wondering how it continues to earn such glowing praise. We began with the Bread and Fat—lardo and Raspberry Butter—which was creative. The Ribeye and Gnocchi followed. On taste alone, the kitchen shows skill, but the execution and overall experience fell short. The Ribeye was advertised as 15oz, yet what arrived looked closer to 10oz, with nearly a third of it inedible fat and gristle. The Gnocchi was pleasant enough, but hardly memorable. The dining environment, however, was the real disappointment. The room was very dark and poorly lit, making it difficult to even see the food clearly. The space itself felt cramped and exceedingly loud, with tables packed tightly together. Our server carried a noticeable odor, which was hard to ignore in such close quarters. The bathroom situation was equally uncomfortable: a thin, hollow door with a tiny latch separating diners from the restroom, just steps away from one of the main seating areas. It all felt more like a neglected afterthought than a deliberate design choice. For the price point and the acclaim, I expected a more cohesive and comfortable experience. Instead, the atmosphere was uncomfortable and distracting, the portions questionable, and the setting neglected. While the flavors had promise, the overall evening was awkward, hyped and underwhelming. We won’t be returning.

I came to Thistle with high expectations, given its reputation, but left wondering how it continues to earn such glowing praise. We began with the Bread and Fat—lardo and Raspberry Butter—which was creative. The Ribeye and Gnocchi followed. On taste alone, the kitchen shows skill, but the execution and overall experience fell short. The Ribeye was advertised as 15oz, yet what arrived looked closer to 10oz, with nearly a third of it inedible fat and gristle. The Gnocchi was pleasant enough, but hardly memorable. The dining environment, however, was the real disappointment. The room was very dark and poorly lit, making it difficult to even see the food clearly. The space itself felt cramped and exceedingly loud, with tables packed tightly together. Our server carried a noticeable odor, which was hard to ignore in such close quarters. The bathroom situation was equally uncomfortable: a thin, hollow door with a tiny latch separating diners from the restroom, just steps away from one of the main seating areas. It all felt more like a neglected afterthought than a deliberate design choice. For the price point and the acclaim, I expected a more cohesive and comfortable experience. Instead, the atmosphere was uncomfortable and distracting, the portions questionable, and the setting neglected. While the flavors had promise, the overall evening was awkward, hyped and underwhelming. We won’t be returning.

Very interesting experience, menu limited and changes almost every day, but very delicious, desert are limited. Steak was great, tuna tartar excellent. Cesar was kind a creative and unique. Not like usual. I would prefer stick to the usual recipe with romaine lettuce. But it was a nice experience.