Potential realized in Redondo
One of the more dubious honors presented by the NBA is the annual “Most Improved Player” award. It has been noted that the easy way to win something like this is to start out terribly, and then raise your performance to average or slightly above. I have never given an award like this, but if I was inclined to, I know who would get it. I reviewed Table Manners in Redondo in 2021, and found both visits to be among of the least enjoyable dining experiences of the year. Ordering was via an app, and was chaotic despite the staff’s best efforts. The decor was austere, the furniture uncomfortable, and portion sizes and food quality varied widely. There were glimmers of creativity in the preparations, and some well-made items, but overall it was unsatisfying. When I heard that Table Manners was opening a restaurant-within-a-restaurant called Perfect Storm, I thought it was a joke – who would name a restaurant after a disaster movie? Despite hearing from a friend that the dining experience was enjoyable, I visited with low expectations. When I arrived, I noticed the restaurant’s branding had changed entirely – rather than two restaurants there was one, and it was Perfect Storm. The stark…
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