TEXARKANA MAGAZINE
(L-R) Braised Beef Cannelloni Blackened Snapper Evening Special, Devil’s Shrimp Pasta Steak Frites
Four-Layer Chocolate Cake & Creme Brulee
plump and perfectly cooked, soaking up all of that bold, spicy richness. Joy chose the braised beef cannelloni, a rich combination of braised beef, mozzarella, tomato sauce, and truffle. The pasta was tender, the beef filling was flavorful without being too heavy, and the tomato sauce added just the right balance. The truffle gave the dish a subtle earthy finish that worked well with the richness of the mozzarella and beef. It was warm, comforting, and beautifully done without overcomplicating the dish. Shelby opted for the steak frites, and it was a standout. The steak arrived cooked exactly as ordered—a beautiful sear on the outside, tender and juicy all the way through, with enough flavor that it needed nothing extra. The frites, thin, crispy, and perfectly salted, were the kind you keep reaching for even when you’re full. It’s a deceptively simple dish that only works when every element is done right, and Verona got every element right. We knew the babysitters were waiting, but we ordered the chocolate cake and crème brûlée anyway, and we have zero regrets. Crème brûlée was a childhood favorite of mine, and Verona absolutely did it justice. The chocolate cake arrived looking as if it was meant to serve a table twice our size—dense, dark, and deeply chocolatey, with frosting thick enough to stand on its own. The crème brûlée was silky and perfectly set, with that satisfying crack of caramelized sugar on top that never gets old and takes me right back every single time. Four adults who had already eaten too much gave it everything they had, and we almost finished it. Portions are generous, the vibe is relaxed, and the atmosphere encourages conversations that keep going long past the time you meant to leave. Call ahead, slow down, order the Caymus, and do not skip dessert. You will not regret a single bite. Joy Turns out the best night out we have had in a while was about ten minutes from our front door. Who knew? Downtown Texarkana did! It has been waiting on us the whole time. Make the reservation, call the sitter, and go. But you may need to warn the babysitter not to wait up.
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