Crudo is the definition of a hidden gem. This incredible bar/restaurant is literally hiding in the back of a shopping center, but easy to find once you know where to look... and for those that find it, you'll likely feel like you hit the jackpot!\n\nChef Cullen Campbell is known internationally and for good reason. His creative menus along with cocktail creations from mixologist bartender Micah Olson are the talk of the Valley. Now that I've been, I can say with confidence, that the Crudo experience exceeds expectations. These local celebrities, along with Maureen McGrath Campbell (Chef's Wife) who runs the front of the house with ease, and the rest of the Crudo team have done a fabulous job with the space they are in. I dined with a large group at Crudo last night and they took amazing care of us. We had a cocktail paired dinner with three courses:\n\n1st Course was Albacore Crudo with Green Apples, Black Garlic and Truffle Oil\n*paired with Hophead Vodka, Damrack Gin, Celery Juice, Lime and Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao\n\n2nd Course was Burrata with Marinated Tomatoes, Pimentos, and Garlic\n*paired with Maison Rouge VS Cognac, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino, Cardamaro Amaro, Grapefruit, Lemon, Luxardo Maraschino\n\n3rd Course was Beef Brisket with Pork Sugo, Fonduta and Creamy Polenta\n*paired with Buffalo Trace bourbon, Cointreau, Reagan's Orange Bitters, Sweet Vermouth\n\nAll of the courses were divine - I couldn't pick a favorite when asked because I loved them all! The first cocktail was my favorite.\n\nThe atmosphere is welcoming and the space is gorgeous. The staff is extremely attentive without being annoying: spot-on all around. They also did a really wonderful job catering to the dietary restrictions that certain members of our group had. We sat on the restaurant side, but the bar was pretty happening for a Wednesday night.\n\nI cannot believe it took me so long to get to Crudo, but it's definitely going to be a \"go-to\" moving forward. If you're considering going, make a reservation asap and enjoy!
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