Here is
my review on Bin 303.
Atmosphere (3.5/5 stars): Pulling up to the Bin 303 was different b/c there were only a few cars in the parking lot at 6:30 PM. At first it concerned me, as I thought this place must not be very good but then it could also be a sign that it just gets busier later on. The restaurant in set in a historical home that has been renovated in the downtown area of Rockwall. I love these types of restaurants as they usually feel more comfortable.
Attire
(3.5/5 stars): Since this was a new restaurant, Andrew wore jeans and a button
down, and I wore a dress with wedges. When we walked into the restaurant we
noticed the hostess was wearing jeans, tennis shoes and a top so instantly I
knew this is a little more casual than expected.
First
Appearance (4.0/5 stars): The hostess was very nice and sat us down at our
table. We were the only ones in this room for a good 30 minutes. This room was
so cold, they had 5 ac units throughout the restaurant. We end up asking our
waitress to turn down the ac which was not a problem. The tables were very
cute, lots of candle light and over all very cozy feeling.
Shortly
after we sat, we ordered two drinks. I ordered the mojito which was probably
the best mojito ever and very refreshing. Andrew ordered some “bourbon smash”
drink that made me want to gag, but he drank it with a smile on his face so it
couldn’t have been too bad. J
Food
(4.0/5 stars):
Appetizer:
We started off with the “Duo” appetizer. This was my ultimate favorite dish of
the evening. The Duo had beer battered asparagus and goat cheese stuffed
grilled bacon jalapenos. I do not like spicy stuff but this was not too spicy.
Actually, the first bite had a taste of spice but then it was amazing.
Entrée:
We ordered the 22ounce bone-in rib eye and the beer battered shrimp. The
shrimp was gulf coast size and very good but I think a little less batter would
have made them even better. The steak was good but not the best steak ever.
The steak came with steak fries and a blue cheese and caramelized onion
smothered tomato, which may not sound incredible, but it certainly was. I
ordered a glass of the house red wine and that was perfect, Andrew ordered some
IPA which apparently used all the hops harvested in the US this year in one
glass…..not the best.
When
leaving the restaurant, we noticed a blinking not-so-classy “OPEN” sign next
door which could be kind of a turn off if we would have arrived at night, but
in the end we were quite pleased.
Value (3.5/5 stars): The tab came to $100 before tip which in my opinion is really good, so there you have it. WHOOP! We will however be returning on another Tuesday night as they have $10 burger specials, and glancing at a table that ordered 6 of them, my mouth was watering.
Value (3.5/5 stars): The tab came to $100 before tip which in my opinion is really good, so there you have it. WHOOP! We will however be returning on another Tuesday night as they have $10 burger specials, and glancing at a table that ordered 6 of them, my mouth was watering.
Overall
-- 4.0/5 stars -- It’s a great little place in a cozy setting with good
food. Nothing to complain about here.
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