This is in my neighborhood, and I usually go spont...

This is in my neighborhood, and I usually go spontaneously and sit in the bar area where you don't need a reservation. They have a special sometimes where you can get a bottle of wine and three small plates for $40, which is a fantastic deal. The small plates are indeed small, but the menu changes frequently and the quality is amazing. I'm especially fond of the mushroom tamale and the Kegs and Eggs cocktail. Mitch, the beverage director, is super nice and informative without being at all condescending. Every time I go here I end up in a fantastic mood. The main restaurant does a fancy tasting menu that would likely require a reservation and a few hours to really enjoy the full experience.