Lunch at Tink's on Telford

Cliftonites are lucky to have Tink's as a dining choice--it's the most upscale option in the Ludlow Gaslight District. It's where I meet my friend & former co-worker Tricia about every 2 months to catch up over a cocktail at the bar. It's also a reliable spot to take out of town guests, and the best dinner before or after a movie at the Esquire Theater, around the corner.
Today I had the grilled salmon over a corn cake, and mom had the shrimp and grits ("best thing on the menu," our waiter enthused).

Lunch at Tink's on Telford

On this rainy Tuesday, I took my mom to Tink's (3410 Telford Street) in our neighbordhood, Clifton.

She had the crabcake (L) with soy-glazed lo mein, wilted greems, sweet Thai chili sauce and roasted sesame ($10). We've always liked the crabcakes at both Tink's and Vineyard--they have a crispy exterior and creamy insides.

I tried the grilled eggplant (R) with herbed risotto, tomato reduction and whipped ricotta cream ($10). That last ingredient took the dish out of the realm of "light and healthy," whici is how I usually like to eat. But it wasn't too far over the line!

We are grateful for Tink's, the one upscale restaurant in the Ludlow-Gaslight district.