SOCO Kitchen + Bar Review

JUNE 2017
Soco is my kinda place. Excellent bar drinks such as the "Nutty Professor", and excellent Lobster Tagliatelle. I'll update this review as I go back. Don't go expecting large portions and cheap prices. If that's what you want go elsewhere.

UPDATE Jan 2018:
We've been to Soco Kitchen + Bar several times. We had really liked the lobster tagliatelle last year, but with the new menu change, the prawn tagliatelle now comes in at a close second. Still on the menu are the fabulous kale and brussel sprout caesar salad, mini mac and cheese, and Soco fries. Other noteworthy appetizers we've had in the past are the tasty meatballs, and the creamy and savory mushroom soup. You should definitely order these appetizers.

As well, you must get the "Nutty Professor" that was created by bartender Julian (but only if Julian or the head bartender is making it).

There are some inconsistencies we've observed in our many visits there. The tagliatelle may not be as rich and flavorful depending who is in the kitchen. Also, the Nutty Professor cocktail may be too sweet or too tart depending on who is making it.

This visit, we tried the new "Mumbai Style Cod" dish and found it unpalatable, because the cod was perhaps not cooked to the right temperature after being thawed. The desserts (caramel creme brulee and something else) were also not to our liking, but the coffee was brilliant! We told the manager about our findings and she was very accommodating and willing to get things right in the future. Of course, the appetizers made up for the main courses, and the ambiance and service are always excellent.