James Liakakos
This newcomer to the expanding universe of True Food Kitchen feels immediately steady in it’s clean, bright & airy space. The seasonal menu has a playful range of familiar favorites, from Asian to Italian, with serious culinary underpinnings. The Edamame-Truffle Dumplings floating in a subtle, earthy dashi broth with fresh herbs were exceptional. The Prince Edward Island Mussels were bold and beautifully presented with roasted fennel, chicken sausage and grilled bread. The Seared Wild-Caught Tuna with roasted mushroom was special, a cool & gentle avocado crema followed by the more pointed sweetness of the tuna, fast on the heels the bright heat of jalapeno slivers. Bright fruit-forward flavors across all of the cocktails and refreshers, the Skinny Margarita and Hibiscus Limeade are highlights. Service is thoughtful, speedy and surprisingly crisp. While not exactly a modest portfolio, with 40 locations from CA to NJ, certainly appears to be a manageable one. Welcome to Edison True Food!