photo: Vikki Dempsey
Kudos to Pastiche for launching a prime-time happy hour! Tuesday through Friday from 4:00pm to 6:00pm, a special slate of $5 happy hour appetizers and $5 house drinks offers variety and value to suit any tastes.
Try the Sliders, two small but hefty burgers embellished with tangy blue cheese and bacon. The Garlic Pizza is also a standout, with a thin whole-wheat crust and a sauce with a perfect balance of sweet and savory. For an unusual take on a southwestern staple, try the Fried Avocado served in a cocktail glass with chipotle aioli. Pulled Pork Street Tacos are filling and satisfying.
Unless you’re the designated driver, dive into a Walrus Love ($5). It’s the Caribbean Sea in a glass – below the aquamarine surface lurks a strong current of gin, vodka, tequila and rum. Dry martini lovers will love the Big Pat ($5). Also available are daily beer specials ($4) and daily red and white wine specials ($3) from the impressive wine list. Don’t forget to visit the gourmet wine shop adjacent to the restaurant.
Décor is contemporary with southwestern touches, glass block and adobe punctuated with whimsy. A bejeweled lamp casts a friendly glow near the entrance. Behind the bar, atop blue wine racks curved like surrealistic skyscrapers, a gnome smiles down at the happy patrons. n
Pastiche Modern Eatery is located at 3025 N. Campbell Ave. Find out more at PasticheME.com or call 325-3333.
