Rough Seas and Steep Prices at The Edgewater Grill

The restaurant, boasting a scenic view of the water, seemed to anchor its prices on the vista rather than the value of the fare. Our children embarked on what was billed as a culinary delight with the 'overrated, overpriced flatbread pizzas'. These offerings, while potentially a hit with less discerning young palates, made us question whether we were paying for the food or the scenery. The disparity between cost and quality was as wide as the ocean itself.

For my part, I navigated towards the Edgewater Burger. In a sea of lofty prices, this dish stood out as a modest beacon of satisfaction. While it wasn't groundbreaking, it offered some solace in the midst of our pricey meal. My wife, meanwhile, cast her net in the direction of the clam bisque, a choice that thankfully did not disappoint and brought a spoonful of coastal charm to our table.

However, the real adventure - or misadventure - came with our shared plate of a half-dozen raw oysters. These were meant to be the crowning glory of our meal, a fresh taste from Neptune's kingdom. Instead, they turned out to be a culinary curse. Far from being the fresh, briny delicacies we anticipated, these oysters unleashed a torrential storm of illness, leaving us to battle against relentless seasickness. The waves of nausea that swept over us lasted an agonizing 24 hours, turning our last holiday memory into a nightmarish maelstrom.

As we docked back into our daily lives, reflecting on our experience at The Edgewater Grill left us with a lingering sense of unease. The exorbitant prices, coupled with the treacherous after-effects of those ill-fated oysters, made us rue our choice of dining venue. While the burger provided some semblance of enjoyment, it was but a small comfort in an otherwise disappointing culinary voyage.

In conclusion, The Edgewater Grill, with its steep prices and that unfortunate encounter with the oysters, left us feeling more adrift than anchored. The scenic backdrop could not compensate for the rough seas we encountered on our plates.

Rating: ⭐⭐ (Because not even the most charming lighthouse can guide one safely through a stormy meal.)