Sycamore

Our server Ben set the tone with prompt service and informed recommendations. We had dinner on 10/14 on the patio. We started with a lavender margarita and it was well balanced, just right boozy and so I had 2! Then we moved to the curry mussels and brussel sprouts. Both were delicious, the curry was the right mix of spicy and sweet, the bread served with the dish perfectly absorbed the extra sauce. The sprouts were also quite good and prepared slightly different than the menu due to we don't eat bacon. We finished with the ravioli and black bass. I was impressed with how much the ravioli tasted like it was from Italy, so good. The smoked paprika sauce stood out uniquely in another tasty dish.

Great restaurant in German Village, with the feel of something you might see while wondering in some small European town. I started with the “Get Abby on the Line” cocktail, which was excellent. Had the Short Rib Ragu as the main course, which was just fantastic. Waitstaff was friendly and efficient. Overall all great experience!

Great location, beautiful interior, and absolutely delicious food! I did think it was a little odd to order food & drinks at the counter. It definitely felt like a table service type of vibe. Regardless, it was an excellent experience and I look forward to coming back! Update: We went back to the sycamore after the great experience we had the first time and ran into some problems. The drinks, appetizers and service were still great. However, the hanger steak we ordered medium rare (which he said was the default for how they cooked it anyway) came out scorched. They also did not have steak knives so it was even harder to eat with how burned it was. They also gave us the wrong side for the steak (ordered a side salad). We'll still be back because the first experience we had was so good that I hope it was just a one off night. Hopefully I can put it back up to 5 stars!

Cute little patio. Great Happy Hour. Wonderful food, service, and atmosphere. The curry mussels were delicious! The cocktails were well balanced and affordable. I ordered the short rib ragu as an entre. The pasta was fresh! My only complaint is that the bechemel could have used a bit more truffle as I couldn't really taste it.

Went here for my sister's graduation dinner. It was on her bucketlist to eat here.. We had an absolute blast. From good food to unique drinks. We got their Buratta as an appetizer along with a charcuterie board. Everyone got a different dinner and everyone tried a bit of everything.. Only wish was the charcuterie board was a little bit bigger that board was empty just as quick as it was set on the table. Delicious flavors over all a great experience. And our waiter was prompt and overall a treat to interact with very knowledgeable.

During a trip from home, the “foodie hub of Kansas City” to visit my niece at the great Ohio State University, she suggested lunch at Sycamore, which is located in a charming area called German Village. It was a cool and drizzly day, so we chose hot drinks, including Queen of Cups (coffee with cardamom, lavender and honey) and Turmeric Tea, both of which were quite comforting. If you have never tried cardamom in coffee, stretch yourself to try it. You’re guaranteed to enjoy it! It’s quite lovely. We also had the Beetroot Sipper, a cold drink with the perfect blend of beet juice, vanilla and oat milk. What a fantastic combination! The menu for lunch seemed just right, a blend of salads and sandwiches, colorful, healthy and with nuances from spice and unexpected additions to the dishes that made the familiar seem exotic and classier than you normally find for lunch choices. I had a Sycamore Village salad full of healthy well dressed (lemon vinaigrette) vegetables that included asparagus, green beans, snap peas, and radishes with nutty arugula and bits of kale (perfectly sized) with a crunch from lightly salted pistachios and anointed with Parmesan Reggiano cheese. A perfectly cooked and seasoned chicken breast was served alongside this feast of vegetables. I’ll admit, I really wanted the Cuban but opted for vegetables. I am SO GLAD I did! If you ever opt for what feels like the healthier choice (one of Sycamore’s salads), you will have a hearty, flavorful meal that will last you throughout your busy day. Go for it! Now. For those of who who say, I’ve gotta have a sandwich, the Cuban was amazing, according to both my family members who chose a sandwich. They specifically gave a shout out to the tenderness of the pork, the sour local pickles and the perfectly crunchy on the outside and warm and soft on the inside French fries. All in all, this is a place to which you will want to return again and again. Just do it. Pick Sycamore. You’ll be glad you did!