PHOTOS: Marrow's soft opening

By Ron Swarner on July 31, 2011

WOW >>>

What's the quickest way to win my heart? Serve me a bowl of escargot with chunks of bacon drenched in basil butter and potato bread riding shotgun for dipping. Wow. WOW. From there, Marrow's menu continues its journey into the exotic gastropub fare exciting my taste buds with every dish.

My wife, Kate, Weekly Volcano food critic Jennifer Johnson and I had the pleasure of dining at Marrow's soft opening last night. The food is the star, crafted cocktails arrive as art pieces, the room is very neighborhood-y with modern touches and the vibe far cooler than any self-proclaimed gastropub has a right to display. Lead by Jaime Kay and Jason Jones, co-owners of Top of Tacoma, and Chef Kyle Wnuk, who set the culinary tone at Dirty Oscar's up the street, Marrow will be a hit.

Marrow opens to the public Tuesday, Aug. 2. Stay tuned for Johnson's in-depth take on the joint. In the meantime, I snapped a few photos.

Marrow Kitchen + Bar

2717 Sixth Ave., Tacoma