WEST Kitchen &amp; Tavern Reviews List

Dined on 04/13/2013

Dined on 04/13/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Made reservation for a group of 10 at the last minute. Everything else downtown was all booked. Our experience was excellent. The staff was flexible as some guests arrived late. Food was delicious. Surf and turf and raw bar were big fans of the group. For a hotel restaurant this is aces."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2011

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 4 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wow!

Dined on 04/06/2013

2003

Dined on 04/06/2013

2003

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Haven't been to this restaurant before but will certainly be back again! All of the parts of the meal, including service, were outstanding (Alexandra was the server). We started with duck sliders which were incredible. Brioche buns which were perfectly toasted with pulled duck. Crunchy on the outside and delectable inside. Wow! One of us had the Rockfish which was excellent. The other had the Bison Short Ribs which were fall of the bone delicious. For dessert had (talk about indulging) both the poached pear with salted caramel ice cream and the bread pudding with mint hard sauce. Outstanding in every respect."

Dined on 04/06/2013

2003

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 5 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Menu seemed to be still in

Dined on 04/05/2013

2007

Dined on 04/05/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Menu seemed to be still in the 'fall' category and it is April! Took 7 minutes for wait staff to acknowledge we had been seated. Staff didn't seem to be collaborating."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2007

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list

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Review 6 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Relaxing dinner, excellent

Dined on 03/30/2013

Dined on 03/30/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Relaxing dinner, excellent food, great service. We'll be back."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic

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Review 7 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Interesting and well prepared

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

"Interesting and well prepared food in a comfortable atmosphere. Service was attentive but not overbearing. Don't worry that this is a hotel restaurant...it's not your typical one."

Dined on 03/29/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 8 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Go for the drinks and corn bread!

Dined on 03/31/2013

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Service was incredible - very efficient, friendly and available. The bloody Mary was unusual but *extremely* good, and the corn bread was the BEST I've ever had (could I have the recipe, please?!). The rest of the food was unimpressive. I ordered "lump crabmeat on spring greens with drawn butter and remoulade sauce." No remoulade was provided until I asked, and the crabmeat had no flavor - frozen? My daughter ordered crab cakes, which came beautifully cooked, but had NOTHING else with it, except a tiny bit of greens. At least I got toast rounds with mine! Pricing was realistic."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2013

Special Features: kid-friendly

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Review 9 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

This restaurant is in a hotel

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This restaurant is in a hotel lobby and actually feels like part of the hotel. The place has a modern, efficient feel to it. It would be a good place for an office lunch or dinner, or an event."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

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Review 10 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Always good....

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We have enjoyed WEST every time we have been, food is always good. A bit disappointed by menu-still seems to be geared towards Fall & Winter. Looking forward to our next visit-hoping the menu has changed by then...."

Dined on 03/30/2013

2003

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic

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Review 11 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We have really started to

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Dined on 03/22/2013

2006

Dined on 03/22/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have really started to like this place for an anytime, drop-in spot. Nice bar, friendly bartenders, great apptizers, very nice happy hour. This night we dropped in for dinner with good friends who got married that day! We had a lot of fun, a great celebration and a great meal. Grilled artichokes and wedge salad are favorites! The surf and turf was excellent. Our friend ordered a steak & did have to send it back; it was overdone and looked thin. But, his replacement surf and turf was perfect. We'll be back again and again."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2006

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 12 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice find

Dined on 03/16/2013

Dined on 03/16/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Good place that has very fair pricing. Less than a Ruth Chris and more than a national chain. Food and service was great with nice decor and attentive wait staff. This place should be busier than it was, but probably because it being located in the Lowes, it gets the "hotel restaurant" review. I will be going back to this place."

Dined on 03/16/2013

2008

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, great for lunch

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Review 13 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding. Jordan our server

Dined on 03/16/2013

Dined on 03/16/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Outstanding. Jordan our server was very knowledgable and took the extra step to make sure we had a good time. We had the Rockfish and the Bison shortrib, which were amazing! Brussel Sprouts and the Butternut Squash Risotto are musts."

Dined on 03/16/2013

2011

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 14 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

In addition to my observations

Dined on 03/15/2013

Dined on 03/15/2013

2011

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"In addition to my observations that the food was good and the service very good, I would add that menu prices were reasonable by Annapolis standards. Overall, West was a very good choice for my family."

Dined on 03/15/2013

2011

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Review 15 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Pleasantly surprised to find

Dined on 03/03/2013

2006

Dined on 03/03/2013

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Pleasantly surprised to find such a great place to eat inside of a hotel. Parking is a breeze, which can be a nightmare in Annapolis. Food is awesome. Waitstaff excellant. We will def. going back soon - in fact looking forward to it."

Dined on 03/03/2013

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 16 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Annapolis Dining!

Dined on 03/03/2013

Dined on 03/03/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went during restaurant week in Annapolis and it was GREAT! I worked in hotels in DC / Balt. for years and never experienced dining in a hotel (Westin) like this! The ambiance and decor are spectacular. The open, warm feeling of the wood and stone with attractive lighting made for a wonderful experience. We had the regular menu to choose from also but went for the three course restaurant week. My artichoke was a bit too smokey for me but that might be just my preference. The steaks were done very well at "medium" with accompanying fries. Our desserts were all wonderful. The other two said their meals were also very good! We'll definitely go back!"

Dined on 03/03/2013

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 17 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good food, good service. It

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Good food, good service. It took a little while to get the food out, but other than that it was very enjoyable. They have outdoor dining, which looks like a fun place for people watching in milder weather.Try the spinach, squash, walnut, goat cheese salad, best food of the night!"

Dined on 03/03/2013

2012

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 18 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were there for restaurant

Dined on 03/02/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We were there for restaurant week. The entree that we both wanted was no longer on the menu. My husband did ask if it was possible to get the bison ribs and the waiter, John did ask, he was able to have the ribs. We both had the duck sliders which were excellent, nicely flavored with greens in a nice dressing. I had the lamb which was done perfectly both entrees has mashed potatoes and an onion frizzel that was delicious. Then for some reason service broke down at dessert. They was a long lull of inattentiveness. We are guessing when the line at the entrance became long. Also the noise level was very loud as the restaurant filled. We both had the apple cobbler with cinnimon ice cream. Other than the service lull, a very nice night"

Dined on 03/02/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups

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Review 19 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Although I indicated the food was very good, some of the items could have been better. Additional the noise level at times was very loud."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 20 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing dining experience

Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We went during restaurant week, so it was more hectic than usual. That in mind we were still disappointed. I made a reservation for a group of 4 for 7:15 pm - we weren't seated until 8 pm. A friend and I ordered the autumn vegetable pizza, but our server had forgotten to tell us upon seating that they weren't making pizzas that night. That left vegetarians with one option - the hearth oven fall veggies, which was effectively just a bowl of vegetables heavily doused with oil. Pretty uninspired. Another friend ordered the lamb and was served duck. When she brought it to the server's attention she was informed they were out of lamb. Kind of bizarre to just be served another protein without notice. I was very disappointed and won't be back."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2013

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Review 21 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Less then Good

2005

Dined on 03/02/2013

2005

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Seems like they are trying to get masses in which in my opinion resulted in less the good service and a limited menu with food that was less than great. For instance they did not have a true red wine glass for my wine and it took 20 minutes to get me at least a white wine glass as opposed to the juice style glass they used. My desert was said to be a brownie with some chipolte spice. It came overlooked with the chipolte in globs which made it unbearable to eat."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2005

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Review 22 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was different and

Dined on 03/01/2013

Dined on 03/01/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was different and very good. The bison ribs were very good. The baby kale salad was good too, but the chunks of squash were too big. The duck sliders were amazing. The salmon was well prepared, but the sauces were a bit strange.
The service was very good and great at being there when we needed them. The wine list was very limited and there weren't very exciting mixed drinks.
We will go there again."

Dined on 03/01/2013

2008

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Review 23 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great dinner and our server

Dined on 03/01/2013

2010

Dined on 03/01/2013

2010

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great dinner and our server was excellent!"

Dined on 03/01/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 24 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best new Annapolis Restaurant

Dined on 03/01/2013

2005

Dined on 03/01/2013

2005

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Best new Annapolis Restaurant for 2012-2013"

Dined on 03/01/2013

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Review 25 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

A Surprise to a Local Hotel

Dined on 02/23/2013

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Loved the appetizers! Love the portions. Prices were great for the value.
Duck Sliders are awesome!!!
Menu said one price for wine but the bill had a higher price 20% higher---Manager changed it for us.
Never thinking as local to come to a hotel restaurant--but nice---My wife and I could speak to each other across the table and actually hear our conversation without screaming at each other...
Thank you keep up the good work. You will see us again."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem

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Review 26 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

High quality, beautiful preparation

Dined on 02/01/2013

Dined on 02/01/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Beautiful, simple breakfast of *non-sweetened* yogurt (hard to find in restaurants) with a drizzle of raw honey (I got mine on the side), the most beautiful selection of fresh fruit, and granola. My only suggestion would be a little more granola -- there wasn't quite enough for the abundance of yogurt with the huge side order of fruit I got -- but that's really minor. If I order it again, I'll ask for a little extra granola. Good service, with a waiter who was attentive but not overly so."

Dined on 02/01/2013

2011

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Review 27 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Booked this place for Valentine's

Dined on 02/14/2013

Dined on 02/14/2013

2008

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Booked this place for Valentine's day thinking that it was going to be a more intimate spot. Turns out it is connected to the lobby of the Loews Hotel. Although the restaurant was fairly nice, it was also really noisy and better suited for bigger groups or the bar. Free valet parking was nice. When I walked in to join my wife, the manager noticed I was not being helped and immediately came to seat me herself. Our waitress was also very pleasant and very attentive throughout dinner. The food was good, but not great. I had the filet mignon and my wife had the salmon. They were both prepared well, but just not very memorable."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Review 28 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Amazing food!

Dined on 02/14/2013

Dined on 02/14/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great awesome food. Loved the steak soo tender. Ordered Medium rare and they got it correct!! Was better than Chart House, Mortons, or Ruth Chris steaks. Was kinda pricy for drinks though but overall didnt have a single complaint about the quality of food. We went for valentine day so we did the $55 per person special. The lobster tail was very small though So I would pass that option if you are thinking about it."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 29 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Overall good in most areas,

Dined on 02/09/2013

2007

Dined on 02/09/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Overall good in most areas, however the server (in this case a foreign-accented dough boy) couldn't grasp the order correctly. My girlfriend ordered the lump crab cakes (and pointed to them on the menu) - the waiter asked if she wanted the benedict to which she clarified "No, I want this one, JUST the crab cakes" and pointed. He brought out an Eggs Benedict sans crab cakes. We sent this back and clarified the order. 10 minutes later we received a crab cake sandwich and started laughing. The waiter became very defensive both times and tried to argue. There were 4 people at the table who heard the order loud and clear. In retrospect I should have talked to the manager. My guess is based on his demeanor he had done this several times before."

Dined on 02/09/2013

2007

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Review 30 for WEST Kitchen & Tavern

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ordered Rock fish, it came