by Linda C » Sat Mar 01, 2008 12:35 pm
Our first trip to NIOS was great, however we waited for the smoking ban to return. We took 2 extra people as well, because we think tapas are better with more people! It was a great experience. LOVE the small plate concept. Standouts (and there were many) were the scallops, mussels, coconut shrimp, crab cakes...best I've had in Louisville..the goat cheese with balsamic spread was fantastic. Presentation and flavors outstanding.I do miss the wonderful potato gratin they used to have. Bummer! The only dish I found mildly disappointing was the gnocchi. It was a bit bland and I don't believe they were homemade. They were thick and chewy, not light and fluffy. Even the pad thai was very good. The meat eaters of the group were also enjoying some chicken dish as well. I loved the atmosphere in there and being smoke free made it 100% better.