Fountainhead

I hadn't heard much of this place, but a friend who lives nearby recommended it for our dinner meet-up.  We got there at 5:30pm on a Saturday; it was pretty
busy and it only got busier as the night progressed. I ordered the Amish chicken entree which came with roasted corn and poblano chiles. It was well cooked and the corn really added a nice smokiness to everything. Also at the table were oysters and the monkfish dish. I didn't have the stomach to try either, but they were deemed delicious. Their beer and whiskey selection is impressive at something like 7 pages for the whiskey alone!!! We sat near the fireplace which was warm and cozy on a miserable winter night, and the space is big enough to be equal parts restaurant and bar hangout spot.  We felt the pressure of the place being packed (with the servers coming over every 60 seconds to hover and leave) and headed to Lincoln Ave for a spot to have a drink and hang out. The Fountainhead is worth a visit...but if you're not there by 6pm you'll have quite a wait.

I really like the atmosphere in Fountainhead.  It is very intimate, and semi-romantic. I wouldn't mind coming here for a date. It's a good space for groups. And  I've heard: especially fitting for bourbon and whiskey connoisseurs.

I am not a bourbon or whiskey connoisseur, all I can comment on their selection is that it is quite a large one... I had a sip of my beau's old fashioned once, and whew---he did enjoy it!

The food is what I am most interested in.
Their menu is not large. My favorite snack is definitely their frites. What makes a cone of fries so good? The dipping sauces that come with it, I believe I had one with truffle, and another with curry. The dipping sauces are unique and creamy. And the fries are cooked and seasoned perfectly.

The Crab Polenta- small plate I must say is a true favorite for many of my friends. At $10 you get a bowl of this heavenly, 'high-end version of a KFC bowl (without the potatoes). But please do not mistake this for some cheapo bowl dish. Layered perfectly are: Crab, corn, crunchy roasted pecans, and mascarpone--delicious.

I also like their fish and chips- serving is small, but at $10, pretty reasonably priced and impressive in taste and texture. Good for no meat Fridays for Lenten season.

Overall, it  is a good experience. I would definitely recommend you check out their food menu, whilst exploring their large selection of fine bourbons, whiskey, and beer.

Always great service, good food and one the best beer menus in the neighborhood!
I recommend ordering the frites with special dipping sauces. The sauces are always different and always delicious!
Can't wait for the rooftop to open back up this spring!