The Wood Owl

A highly praised rendition of steak tartare, often served with toasted bread, noted for its excellent flavor and texture.

"The steak tartare was one of the bests I've had in the city."

Mariline Buvat

Sweet and deeply roasted carrots with a smoky, slightly spicy adobo seasoning, complemented by a chayote and herb salad and avocado green goddess dressing.

"The carrots were sweet and deeply roasted, and the adobo seasoning gave them a smoky, slightly spicy depth that paired beautifully with the chayote and herb salad and the incredible avocado green goddess."

Mariline Buvat

Tender beef short rib that falls off the bone, often served with a rich jus and refreshing accompaniments like lime pickle or a peashoot salad.

"No matter how much you hate carrots, you'd be lying if your lips touch these beautifully roasted Mexican adobo carrots. With such a strong yet pleasant smoky texture, each bite is fork tender and slathered with an adobo sauce that culminates the best of savory, smoky, sweet and slightly acidic."

Bredgy L.

A simple yet standout appetizer featuring delicious bread served with a unique and flavorful smoked honey butter.

"My girlfriend and I came here for our three year anniversary. We love The Wren and have been there several times but were saving The Wood Owl for a special occasion."

Kay

Grilled lamb ribs, often served with berbere seasoning over chili garlic chickpeas, praised for their tenderness and flavor.

"While everything here was fantastic, the food truly stole the show. The lamb ribs were absolutely mind-blowing—easily one of the best bites I've ever experienced."

Peter Bovis

A flavorful dip featuring smoked trout, often served with chips, though some note a strong dill presence.

"We ordered the smoked trout dip with chips, the cavatelli, and the short ribs. All three were unreal, but the ribs were the standout, super rich and tender, and the acidity in the salad on top cut through it perfectly."

Tony Earle