Folsom Restaurant
Reviews:
Fat's Asia Bistro and Dim Sum Bar
2585 Iron Point Rd / (916)
983-1133
Before entering Fat's, I already had a preconceived notion of
what to expect - really good
Chinese food, nice decor, higher
prices. I don't think I missed the mark much.
We were fortunate enough to visit Fat's less than a week after it's
grand opening - we went on a business lunch with some co-workers,
and we got a table very quickly at around 11:30. I guess I was
expecting more of a line, but I'll take it!
Upon entering, you can't miss the larger-than-life Buddha right in
the middle of the restaurant, coupled with a big pond in front of
it. 4 embalmed (don't ask) palm trees in the outside part of the
main area, as well as seating in the outer areas of the restaurant.
I actually thought it looked a little small, but the place was
pretty first-class. Our waitress was dressed in a stunning
Oriental-style dress, as was all of the staff... we certainly knew
this place did not spare any expenses - they pulled out all the
stops for this beautiful restaurant.
The food was awesome. We started out with a dim sum sampler, which
we quickly gobbled up - if you have never had dim sum, they are a
collection of small dishes, traditionally served for snacks and
lunch in China. We had three small items - pot stickers, pork shu
mei, and a vegetable wrap. Once the main course arrived, we then had
a variety of dishes served family-style - kung pao shrimp (just
because I like to say "Kung POW!"), sweet and sour pork (you can
never go wrong), and the hands-down favorite, mango ginger chicken.
This was a new dish for us, but I'd definitely order it again.
It was a fun experience for us. You could definitely enjoy the
family feel of the place, yet you really felt as though you were
dining with the 'upper crust' of Folsom. We weren't incredibly
surprised for the high bill, but if you are expecting a $5 lunch
special, this is not the place. The high prices may have been a
negative mark, but I really think it's because the whole place, from
staff to food, is first-rate. I would definitely recommend it if you
are trying to win over some clients, a hot date, or looking for a
nice restaurant for a night out on the town... I think Fat's is
already a front-runner for the next "Best of Folsom"!
Style of food: Gourmet Chinese
2-person lunch (entrees, appetizers, drinks): $45
Overall rating (out of 5): 5
Visit Fat's on the web: http://www.fatsbistro.com/
Reviewed By John
Gladding
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