My wife and I went for an early Friday evening dinner date at RICHA, and from the moment we arrived, the experience was very pleasant. We were warmly greeted and promptly shown to our table, which set a welcoming tone for the evening.
Our server brought us menus, but we had already heard that the weekly specials were not to be missed, so we focused mainly on those. For appetizers, we ordered the provoleta and the tuna carpaccio, and both were absolutely outstanding. The flavors were well-balanced and prepared with great attention to detail.
For our main courses, we chose the highly talked-about lamb chops and the pasta carbonara. The lamb chops truly lived up to their reputation—tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. The carbonara was also delectable, creamy without being heavy, and beautifully presented. To accompany the mains, we ordered the grilled palmitos and the roasted Brussels sprouts as side dishes. Both were excellent, but the Brussels sprouts stood out so much that I could honestly eat them as a main course on their own. They were that delicious.
Dessert was equally memorable. We shared the cinnamon roll cheesecake and the kinafe, and both were fantastic finishes to an already wonderful meal. Each dish throughout the evening showed both creativity and quality in preparation, which we appreciated greatly.
If I were to make one suggestion for improvement, it would be to add tablecloths to elevate the dining atmosphere and to place felt sliders on the bottom of the chairs. The chairs make noticeable noise when sitting, adjusting, or getting up, which can be a little distracting in an otherwise enjoyable setting.
Overall, the food, service, and hospitality at RICHA made for a thoroughly enjoyable evening. We will certainly be returning and recommending it to others.
