March 14: Tommy Bahama...restaurant?

I've always known Tommy Bahama as a clothes manufacturer. Today, I discovered it is also involved in the restaurant business. Yes, this evening we dined at the Tommy Bahama Cafe in St. Armand's Circle. And, if I were a food critic, I would give it a raving review. The establishment has a relaxing tropical attire (duh), and we were lucky enough to be seated in a nice spot near a window. The food and drink were incredible! They offer a great selection of rum drinks, martinis and other classic cocktails. I, myself, had their "Crazy Cuban". Their menu had plenty of variety, from seafood to pasta to ribs, as well as a children's menu; which I've come to know firsthand is not available in all restaurants. But, the crowning moment came at dessert, when we indulged in a Pina Colada cake - a delicious combination of coconut, pineapple, cake and cream (not to mention the rum)! Here's a recipe directly from the TB website in case you want to try and make one of your own. They also had live, acoustic entertainment to keep the beach vibe flowing. If you ever have the opportunity to dine at one of their locations across the states, I highly recommend it. The atmosphere alone is worth the price!