10/16/2026
Were we a little crazy for opening a fine dining restaurant in a small, Midwestern town in 2025? Perhaps, but the reality is building a business—especially one with razor thin margins that is also vulnerable to economic and cultural forces beyond our control—is always a risk, no matter the conditions. The upside? The reward can also be so sweet.
As we mark one year around the sun in this quaint Queen Anne Victorian home perched on a hill, we want to celebrate everyone who has taken that chance with us, or taken a chance on us, from our stellar team, to regulars and vendors, to tradespeople who come to our rescue in a pinch. We have learned so much about what you want, what simply doesn’t fit, and what we should be pushing towards, all while navigating the highs of a heart pulsing Saturday dinner service, down to the lows of a blizzard or tornado (or two or three) that slows down the region to a crawl.
As we enter our second year, we can’t wait to welcome you back in to celebrate a milestone, or simply steal a moment of pleasure. We also look forward to seeing new faces, so spread the good word to friends, family, and colleagues, or pop in if you haven't had the chance! We're so thrilled to dig in, and hopefully become an anchor in this community.
