Friday, May 18, 2012

The Lord Nelson Brasserie

This was the first time we've ventured upstairs to the Brasserie in the Nelson and now can't believe we left it so long to try this place.

It's surprisingly light and open upstairs especially when you compare it to the darker old English pub style on the ground level.

The Catch of the Day was John Dorry Fillet on a bed of asparagus and some blend of mustard and cucumber salsa which tasted divine. Other dishes ordered were the Himalayan Spiced Kingfish Curry and the Sirloin Steak with Mash. Not one crumb or drop of sauce was left on either plate.

Having had such a fantastic main we couldn't resist the desert. Dark Chocolate Brownie was a definite winner, the Cardamom Brulee also a hit. The only thing that didn't quite set it off was the overcooked honeycomb crumbles that accompanied the Brulee.

Overall the service and food here was great, highly recommended for a "spoil yourself lunch".  Check out the menu http://www.lordnelsonbrewery.com/restaurant_menu.pdf