James Laird is an American chef trained in France, known for his use of American ingredients with French influence and technique. He is an award-winning and highly acclaimed chef.
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Had a wonderful Mother’s Day brunch. The ambiance is the perfect mix of classy and modern, bright, elegant, and welcoming. Service was warm, attentive, and truly top notch from start to finish.
The food was beautifully presented with great harmony in flavor and texture. The menu is simple and thoughtfully curated, allowing each dish to shine. Portions were generous, execution was excellent, and the flavor combinations felt refined without trying too hard.
What stood out most was the balance. Nothing was overly salted or heavy handed, and the ingredients themselves really came through. Even the desserts were exceptional, not overly sweet, just perfectly balanced and satisfying.
On top of everything, the pricing was a great value for the quality and experience. A true gem in the neighborhood. Thank you!
Celebrating 30 years this October, restaurant Serende is the definition of classic fine dining done right. Chef and owner Chef Laird creates elegant seasonal dishes with everything made completely in-house from sauces and pastas to desserts and breads.
The menu blends refined French technique with rich flavors and beautiful presentation. Fresh seafood, perfectly cooked meats, and thoughtful homemade touches shine throughout the meal, all paired with an extensive wine program that complements the cuisine beautifully. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for an unforgettable night out, Serenade delivers a timeless dining experience that has kept guests coming back for nearly three decades.
5
Overall impression: great spot, everything fresh, will return
Drink:
Smash and Grab 7/10; heavy on the ginger beer
Foam alone is a 5 for me since gin is not my fave
Food:
Caviar 10/10; pacific sturgeon, siberian, oscietra. loved the siberian especially and the blinis
Thai lobster bisque 7; good broth, fresh asparagus and lobster, wouldnt get again though since i like creamier bisque
Tuna 9 great coconut rice and green beans
Pork chop 8; wouldn’t get again
Mixed berry cobbler 8
Key lime tart 8.5 needs more graham cracker
5
Good drinks, decent food, great service, moderately happening bar.
Came here for drinks and lite food w my date. 4 cocktails + oysters + salad + steak frites came to under $200.
Prob won’t order oysters next time, as I’m more of a west coast sweet creamy fan myself. Wud certainly try more cocktails here. Appreciated their flex in substituting arugula for romaine in the salad. Steak frites was good, altho could use a few more oz. of meat, if they could spare.
Worth a try.
I liked the fact i could have an easygoing affordable experience at the bar, but also a more intimate formal dinner in the main dining room too.
Also liked the fact they had a belgian ale on tap!
5
Another great dining experience for us here! We really enjoy the experience. The staff were all warm, kind, friendly and professional. We chose to sit at the bar this time but the bartender who served us was on point. He made us tasty cocktails, food was served like clockwork and just how we asked for it.
We’ll definitely be back!
