Fundajo Grill

10/06/05

Latin flavors with a global slant served in a welcoming spot on a busy strip of Lincoln Avenue.

by Robyn Galbos at Citysearch

The Scene
Bathed in a glow from red fabric-covered sconces, this restaurant offers warmth in a contemporary, chic atmosphere. The long bar to the left--with two flat-screen TVs--is a gathering place for groups before they are seated at center tables. To the right, a row of red upholstered booths provides cozy nooks for couples. A stage along the back wall hosts live bands on Friday and Saturday nights.

The Food
The Latin fusion menu--combining Argentinean classics with hints of Italian, Mexican and more--starts off with appetizers like three golden empanadas atop lightly dressed watercress, and tender blackened prawns complemented by avocado puree and lime-paprika cocktail sauce. For entrees, savory skirt steak is paired with roasted fingerling potatoes, baby broccoli and herbaceous chimichurri. Topped with mozzarella and baby spinach, flaky Alaskan halibut gets richness from white truffle polenta and portobello-Madeira sauce. Decadent, creamy strawberry chocolate cake pairs perfectly with a glass of port for dessert.