The Pluckemin Inn

The service is very good, the food even better but I think the best thing was the atmosphere. The room is arranged to minimize noise and the dual fireplaces added a level of warmth yet sophistication. The barramundi was one of the best prepared fishes I have had. The selections of wine is exceptional.

We had a reservation. Upon arrival there was no parking. We were told to park across a pitch dark street in the office building lot that was also full.When we arrived the hostess was barely polite. We arrived 15 minutes early and were told our table wouldn't be ready until our reservation time. We were directed to the bar and told we could bring our drinks to the lobby. The bar was 2 deep shoulder to shoulder, with no service people in sight. When we were finally seated in the upstairs dining room we saw a room half empty. We did not see more than 4 people, in total, leave all the dining rooms while we waited in the lobby area. After being seated we waited almost 5 minutes to be greeted, given menus, and asked if we wanted water or drinks. Our drinks took over 15 minutes. Our orders were

Good menu, food quality was excellent. Nice 50% off a bottle of wine deal on Friday's. Sommelier was very helpful, knowledgeable, with pairing choices. Good atmosphere, and not noisy to interrupt conversation. Service was prompt and friendly.

I had the halibut and my husband had the Kansas City steak. The halibut had mussels with them. I thought it made the dish too fishy tasting. The steak on the other hand was delicious. The service was very good. That said, later that evening I got so thirsty I drank 3 glasses of water back to back. My husband had a similar experience. I also felt flush like I was getting the flu or something. I don’t know if they cooked with too much salt or what, but I have never experienced this after a meal before. Spent over $200 to feel unwell. Not sure we will be back, sorry to say.

The staff was very friendly and efficient, helping each other out, making sure we were well cared for. Food was creative and very tastefully done with rich blends of flavors. The wine list covers the full pallet, both educated and conservative.The atmosphere is very warm and comfortable with that wine cellar feel. I look forward to coming back!