Restaurant 4580

Came here on a quiet, rainy night. Our GPS took us to a hidden away parking lot instead of the actual restaurant--should have just looked at the name, 4580 (Broadway), no way we would have missed it. Had a few surprises and a let down. Mussels (4+): A nice departure from the usual heavier wine and tomato broths flavored with sausage; the broth was on the lighter and sweeter side, complementing the mussels well. Would have liked to see the dish come with grilled bread so that the sauce does not go to waste! Quinoa fritters (4+): Surprisingly good dish, very well-seasoned and moist. If I was to be critical, I would say that the ball had a tendency to crumble and I would have liked it to stay together just a little bit better, perhaps a bit more like falafel. Jumbo shrimp wrapped in prosciutto (4+): More like prosciutto-topped than wrapped. Spices suggested some cajun influences. Proportion of quinoa to the shrimp seemed a little bit off, but can't really complain for having more food, right? Vegetable risotto (5): Well composed and executed, delicious. Great roasted garlic flavor. Braised short rib (3-): This had all the components of a great dish, and the protein was treated well. However, the sauce seemed a bit one-note, and seemed like it was missing something. Moreover, the centerpiece of the dish--the short rib--was quite under-seasoned. One of the rare occasions that I needed to reach for the salt shaker on the table.

I took my wife here for date night and I do not regret it! By far, some of the prettiest and delectable dishes we have ever experienced! The food was absolutely worth every penny. The new chef came out to say hello to the table and thanked us for coming in. Such a wonderful place to take someone special. We will absolutely be going back!

Go there for a drunk and leave.... Pros: large, stiff and cheap cocktails. They ain't that good, but the price to volume is great. Cons: everything else. 3 dishes we tried I can cook 3 times better at home for a fraction of the price. Scallops completely overcooked, watery tomato sauce and under ripe tomatoes in the pappardelle. Decor is pretty tacky. Feels like a hotel.