The Keg: Sirloin & Dungeness Crab

"Sirloin & Dungeness Crab - Naturally grilled top sirloin steak accompanied by a cluster of sweet Dungeness crab."

I was particularly interested in trying this seasonal dish from Keg. According to the very sweet waitress, which I believe her name was Sonja, Dungeness Crab is apparently known to be a sweeter type of crab. I do have to point out, that I did not like the fact that the Keg's overall lighting is so dim. I find it slightly difficult to maneuver in the restaurant, however lighting at the table is sufficient to eat.

Anyways, to set the mood, this particular meal was just a simple non-occasion meal with my parents. We haven't visited the Keg Steakhouse for awhile and a newly-renovated location opened a few blocks from where we live. Lately, we've been eating less red meats and we figured we needed some more iron and protein in our lives.

And of course... what is the point of going to a steakhouse if your aren't going to have steak? So I ordered the Sirloin & Dungeness Crab entree. As my memory best serves, I believe the entree was approximately $27 before taxes.

This entree disappointingly didn't come with any appetizer, though the meal itself is quite substantial. At the time, I was really craving a fresh salad and stole bites from my mum's Iceberg Wedge Salad that came with her meal. To be quite honest, being a seafood-lover, I could not conclusively eliminate the fact that the Dungeness Crab has a sweeter taste than the norm Alaskan Crab, I do not believe that the Dungeness Crab was in fact sweeter. Likewise, I felt the crab meat had a citrus taste, which is most likely attributed to how the crab was steamed. (lemon water, I guess?) The mashed potatoes at the Keg, like always, were very light and tasty. I appreciate that potato skins were left in the mix as it does give the mashed potatoes a different texture and that the butter was present but not overpowering. However, the Dungeness Crab cluster and the mashed potatoes was enough to satisfy my hunger and I was unable to eat the remaining sirloin to my dismay.

If I were to improve upon this meal, I would definitely suggest adding some steamed vegetables as mashed potatoes and meats can be very overwhelming for some individuals.

I did take my sirloin home and ate it for my dinner the following day, it too did not disappoint.

Overall, I enjoyed my experience at the Keg and this seasonal dish was enjoyable. If I were to return to the Keg, I would order this again and I believe if you are willing to spend the money, this entree will not disappoint.

{ The Verdict }

Experience: 4/5

Service: 4.5/5

Entree: 4/5

Value: 4.5/5

Overall: A-

Location:  162 York Blvd., Richmond Hill {Click here to find your nearest location}

Cost: $$$

Website: http://www.kegsteakhouse.com/