I love it when a restaurant has the ability to hijack my taste buds. Located adjacent to the 9:30 Club, ‘Satellite Room’ offers many surprises in food and pop culture. Upon my arrival, I was greeted by their very friendly hostess. After explaining it was my first time as a guest, she invited me to explore the venue’s vast art collection. I was amazed reviewing those paintings. Before I knew it, I whipped out my camera and started taking pictures.
Although most of those pictures won’t make it into this article, the memories of that art work…I will cherish forever. My personal favorite was the “Marilyn Misfit” portrait. Being a fan of Marilyn Monroe, and a fan of the punk band “Misfits,” this painting captured my imagination and held it hostage. It was at that moment that I realized before taking my first bite of anything…I was hooked on this place!
The menu was packed with delightful food options, and it was challenging to decide which dish I wanted to order. Chef Charles Smeed was available to speak with me, so I inquired about the popular food choices. He explained how it would be difficult to narrow it down to a single selection, because their customers love everything that comes out of the kitchen. However, he was willing to create a sampler plate for me to taste a few items. Imagine my surprise when he presented:
- Sausage Biscuit & Gravy
- Chipotle Glazed Meatloaf
- Steak & Eggs
As a food critic, I’m rarely at a loss for words. But after tasting this delightful combination of ‘food heaven’…all I could say was “WOW!” Chef Charles informed me that the meals prepared at the Satellite Room were created from scratch. The ‘love’ used to prepare these dishes is obvious. And just when I thought it was over…it was time to taste one of their signature drinks from the “Breakfast Cereal Boozy Milkshakes” collection. Using several types of cereals (combined with some popular spirits), these shakes will make you feel like a kid again. Speaking of kids…they also offer non-alcoholic versions. So if you decide to bring the young ones with you…I’m sure they’ll going to love it too!
My only regret was not being able to eat more food. As I watched various burgers and other food delights enter the dining area, it occurred to me that I simply must return to the Satellite Room. Devouring one of those burgers with my eyes was not enough. When I spoke to some of the customers at the bar about their favorite night to hang out here, they suggested I visit during the late night ‘Wu-Tang’ Wednesday event. I’m looking forward to what DJ Baronhawk Poitier will spin on the turntables to enhance my delightful dining experience.
-WMM (Comedian/Writer/Cook and my friend, WayneMan)
