Craig Laban, the very popular food critic from the Philadelphia Inquirer, reviewed Rouget as “some the best food I've eaten in Bucks County in the last decade.”  And yes, Rouget is excellent.  I've been there twice now.  Once this evening, which is what is motivating this post.  But, having just been to Tastebuds in New Hope last week, I stand by my opinion that Tastebuds is the best restaurant in Bucks County.  Perhaps Mr. Laban reviewed Tastebuds in the past, it has been there for a long time.  I haven't seen it though.  Don't get me wrong, I like Rouget and they make a great meal.

During the week Rouget has a great prix fixe for $35 ($30 for the demi portion).  It is four courses.  Tonight I dined on a mushroom and scallop risotto appetizer, a caesar salad, braised beef and homemade pumpkin ice cream for dessert.  No complaints;  the risotto was my favorite part of the meal.  I found the braised beef to be tender and had a nice sauce, however a little rich. I like the ambiance.  I have now dined both inside and on the enclosed terrace, and the terrace is the way to go in my opinion.  They are two very different experience.  Service was very good.  I found our waitress to be very attentive.  Also, I hear that Rouget has both an excellent weekend brunch and a fantastic lunch menu.  I will have to get there in the daytime soon.

That's all.  Check out Rouget if you're in Newtown, it's definitely worth it.  But Mr. Laban, if you're out there, I challenge you…..

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