The Strand

My friend and I came here during the week to get together for Christmas and had a great experience. We were late to our reservation due to a prior plan taking longer than expected, but we called and they were helpful and accommodating. It’s not a large place so I would definitely try making a reservation before going. There is a little bar at the front as well. I thought the little board on the table showing the reservation was super cute! Looking at the menu, it was hard to decide what to get because everything looked so good. We decided to both get an appetizer, the tortellini and the fried mushrooms. Both were PHENOMENAL! For our main we both ordered the steak frites. It was a little spicy for me, but I still enjoyed it. My friend enjoyed the kick, but she is less sensitive to spice. We were too full for dessert but their options looked yummy. Will definitely be back to try more of their menu!

We recently dined at The Strand, and while it had many positives, there were some notable issues. The restaurant prides itself on quality ingredients and offers excellent customer service. The food we did get to enjoy was undeniably delicious. However, there were some drawbacks. One significant downside was the limited beverage selection, as they only offered bottled drinks and no mixed drinks, which left a bit to be desired. The atmosphere was vibrant but excessively loud, making it challenging to hold conversations without shouting. The space was also quite cramped, which might not be suitable for those seeking a more relaxed dining experience. I know that diner-vibes are part of the charm but for our date night it was just a miss. Unfortunately, to our disappointment, one of their best-known dishes (duck) was sold out before we arrived, which was a letdown. Overall, it's a mixed experience – exceptional ingredients and service, but the beverage options, noise level, and space issues may not be everyone's cup of tea. I am glad we tried something new and wish them all the best, but it just wasn’t a fit for us.

Cute, intimate restaurant. Amazing service & wine! The majority of the food we ordered was very good (the pasta Nero and the shrimp appetizers were delicious!) we also liked the beef special and the warm pretzel was good. For entrees the Alabama chicken was actually probably the table favorite - great take on southern food. The coffee rub sirloin was probably my second favorite, the red snapper was okay, was expecting way more flavor. Both desserts were delicious!

Oh wow — this is great!! From the name, and coming from the UK, I assumed this would be high-end and a little snooty. I was wrong. This place has excellent food and beer, but is super-accessible. I had the burger and the flatbread starter — all excellent. The price was reasonable too. Highly recommended — an instant favorite!

Unassuming | Creative | Worth It 👌 Walking up we weren't sure what to expect... But we were pleasantly surprised 💯 The menu is very creative and refined - excellent specials all around and the service was top notch 🫡 No specialty cocktails available 😔 But their beer and wine list were stacked with excellent options 🍻 The atmosphere was upscale diner-esque - with a vintage feel. Makes you feel welcomed. Worth the visit - 👍👍

If you were the kind of diner, who loves finding restaurants and unexpected and unassuming locations, that serve quality food with great service, the strand is your kind of place. Small and located in a tucked away strip center. You find a little dining room with a bar and kitchen. Space is small so you’ll most likely have to wait outside for your table. No matter. the staff will come out and serve you drinks while you’re sitting out on the street. The small menu has a variety of dishes. From fish, to state, some vegetarian options. They even have some great specials. We started off with the cheeseboard, and the Avocado Salad both of which were great. My duck was really the star of the show, tender, and perfectly cooked. Our friends had the burgers, and started off with the local fried mushrooms, which were nice touch. The desserts were great, the lemon cake, and the strawberry shortcake. We’re both outstanding. The wine list has very limited number of individual glasses, however, the prices for bottles was very reasonable and the options were great. Overall, it was a fantastic experience. Can’t say enough about the white staff, there, professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and really made the entire experience. Great. Make sure you make reservations in advance. Definitely find your way out here, it’s worthy of your visit.