Loft 610
Plano, TX 75024
Phone: (972) 377-2500
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Dallas North Tollway
- Hours:
- Mon-Thur 11am-11pm, Thur 11am-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-12am
Editorial Review for Loft 610 – by Sabra Girard
The Scene
A two story space opens through a spacious yet friendly lounge. Its wide oval bar grants stimulating energy for singles to mingle. For the sport enthusiast, high definition televisions entertain and comfy couches beckon to those who want to savor a cocktail and people watch. A wide open dining area, including the kitchen, allows a full view of the culinary creations and of the upstairs loft which pulsates with hot tunes and those who dare to dance.
The Food
The cucumber tuna roll was a refreshing introduction to this new American menu. Entrees such as the plantain pecan crusted scallops and the Arancini lemon risotto cakes were enchanting options in addition to satisfying staples such as the burger with onion rings and pepperoni flatbread (pizza). Sides are plenty for those who need options such as cardamom carrots with their beef tenderloin. Eccentric flavored cheesecakes and bread pudding entice the bored sweet tooth.
Hits: This modern atmosphere complete with interior brick walls, velvet curtains, rich red accents and linear design is a convenient, hip escape for the "burb" heads.
Misses: Some of the appetizers are so generous, it could be hard to appreciate the main entrees.
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Insider Tips
The ExtrasRequest the secluded and quaint library room if you'd like some privacy while you dine.
When to GoA live DJ plays top 40, hip hop or '80s tunes on Friday and Saturday nights.
Know Before You GoReservations aren't required but are recommended for weekend dinners.
Look GoodThe casual yet hip dress code does not permit ball caps and tennis shoes.
User Reviews for Loft 610
06/14/2008 Posted by lv2go
Overall I would rate Loft 610 as better than average for a new restaurant. We left the Shops at Legacy to try this new place and we were pleased. The atmosphere is a casual, semi-sophisticated environment in warm bronze tones—reminding us all of Nobu 57 in New York City. We were seated immediately at 8:30pm on a Friday night without reservations. The music was a bit on the loud side and we did leave when the music in the loft was turned up to accentuate the “club beat” that never changes. The service was perfect, friendly and prompt. One of us at the table asked to sample a particular wine and our server was happy to bring a taste. Each of us ordered different entrees so we could share. The two appetizers we chose were the Bangkok Hush Pups and the Greek Potstickers. Both were outstanding in flavor and presentation. The entrees were: 1) Seafood Ravioli; a perfectly seasoned dish, 2) Arancini Lemon Risotto Cakes, some of us really enjoyed the crispy texture, but I thought them to be bland, 3) The Asian Rain Salmon; the white rice that accompanied it was dry and bland, the matchstick veggies were just okay. Overall, I have had better flavoring for salmon and I was wishing for more of a kick or spices. 4) The Molasses Pork Tenderloin was absolutely outstanding. The molasses sauce was quite the complement to the perfectly cooked meat and the bread pudding accompaniment was a brave success. None of us ordered dessert, but we did order cappuccinos, which we will never do again. All of us agreed the cappuccinos tasted like flavored frothed milk. As others have written, we did compare this to Jasper’s, which we have been to often. We will return to Loft 610, but hope they “kick up the sides and flavorings a notch" for the entrees.
06/12/2008 Posted by rubicon13
Saturday 8:00 reservation. Seated in the loft. Should have asked to move, but thought we'd give it a chance. If you go and get seated there, ask to move. Generally the environment is loud, but not so bad that you can't talk. The loft area is just designed oddly to give little room for movement to the waitstaff. Service was very good. We got traded off to a new waiter about 20 minutes into the meal (so I question management a bit), but they were both good, so no problem. Wine list was adequate, but defintely not spectacular. Meals: Salads were quite nice. Entrees, not so good. I ordered the fish special. Fish was served so overcooked and dried out I barely ate it. Husband ordered the tenderloin. Meat was fine, but was served with barely lukewarm macaroni and cheese. Generally I applaud the attempt at a hot, trendy spot here, but the food just doesn't compare to wonderful meals at Jaspers just down the road (although I have my issues with service at that spot). So I guess, you can choose between good food and bad service at Jaspers or good service and bad food at Loft 610. But we will give Loft 610 another chance.
Pros: Service, Salads
Cons: Entrees, Ambience tries a bit too hard
