Food allergists rejoice! Foodies rejoice! Everybody rejoice! Dovetail on the Upper West Side is a winner for all. Our server politely asked at the beginning of the meal if there were any allergies, and I said gluten. Not a problem. She made certain that the scallops I wanted were gluten-free, they were, and everything else that came to my setting was as well.
No need to push aside the bread, the busboy didn't serve me any. No need to worry that the delightful plate of amuse-bouches might be toxic, I was quietly informed they were A-OK. And after dessert, when the bill arrived, so did a plate of magnificent petits-fours, all, I was assured, GF.
And, not too mention, it was perhaps one of the better meals I've had in recent memory. Especially the beginning amuse-bouches, a bit of celery-type soup and a disc of mushroom gelee. My entree of scallops were perfect in flavor, if a touch over-cooked. The meals of my dining companions were also noteworthy, especially the halibut with chanterelles - true perfection.
It's always great to have a meal where not eating gluten isn't a huge issue and can be dealt with quietly. It's even better when the food is delicious and I don't feel like I'm forcing my normal eating companions to eat at a poor restaurant for my sake. Dovetail was perfect in this sense and I'm eager to return.
Dovetail, 103 West 77th Street
New York, NY 10024(212) 362-3800
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