The GoodwinThe Goodwin was an excellentThe Goodwin was an excellent choice - the food was terrific, the ambience and decor was warm and engaging. My only reservation, the table for three was a little awkward for seating, not quite enough legroom, but the food and service made up for this minor inconvenience.3/26/2013 12:00:00 AMWorth your timeReally, REALLY great food, but an inexperienced wait staff. If they could get the service issues remedied it would absolutely be 5 stars! Can't wait to go back.3/21/2013 12:00:00 AMSuch a great find! The chillSuch a great find! The chill ambiance alone made me want to go back. I love having dinner out and not going hoarse shouting over the din. The food was quite good, especially the short rib paparadelle. Dessert was so-so, but everything else was great. I will definitely go back.3/17/2013 12:00:00 AMUnpretentious Yet ExceptionalMy husband and I discovered The Goodwin as the perfect place right by home for great cocktails, wines and champagne, as well as oysters, after a movie or quick date. We have a toddler son and don't get out often, so we appreciate any time we get to find new neighborhood spots. We were wildly impressed by our first visit, and finally made it for dinner to fete my husband's birthday. The Goodwin is now one of favorite restaurants, offering exceptional food, drink, staff and service. Unpretentious, knowledgeable, charming and friendly, every member of the staff takes pride in their role running such a great place for drinks, wine and food.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMBetter than Good at The GoodwinThe Goodwin is an instant classic -- sophisticated food (without being over the top), enough interesting choices to liven up a menu, everything we ordered was delicious (most of all the octopus salad -- no one should leave without having at least one). Service was refreshingly fun and kindly! It is a new, trendy place without the hallmark of new, trendy places -- bad service by disaffected hipsters. And the space is gorgeous. Well done all.3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMCharming Village AmericanCharming Village American with very good food and a pretty, atmospheric back room overlooking greenery. Friendly service.2/21/2013 12:00:00 AM