Review

by Gabby Gregory

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with Gabby, Abby, Luis, & Paul

appreciated the freshness of the snapper, and said that even without the tempura, “its avor would still shine.” sesame seeds on a toasted brioche hotdog roll, then served with your choice of side (we highly recommend the yuca fries… di erent and delicious!). It may sound or look intimidating, but this creative twist on an American classic is “remarkably delicious,” according to Abby. e nicely-cooked octopus is salty without being shy, and boasts the perfect balance of a crunchy outside with a succulent inside that is “so freaking good,” said she.

More of a traditionalist? Order the seafood risotto ($41), a luscious, creamy combination of gigantic diver scallops, royal red shrimp, crab, baby heirloom tomatoes, chopped asparagus, and grilled corn. I was oored by the melt-in-yourmouth quality of the seared scallops, and could’ve easily eaten them on their own! e shrimp and crab were similarly fresh and tasty. Overall, I adored the instant comfort that this dish inspired within me. e rich cream, sweet seafood, and full vegetables all work in tandem to tantalize your tastebuds!

Another excellent option is one of the most popular items on the menu: Hudson’s Snapper ($38). e generous plate includes a huge piece of fresh, tempura snapper with coconut jasmine rice, baby bok choy, bell peppers, mango jalapeno coulis, and spicy coconut aioli. e mild sh rst pops with bites of spice, then is balanced by the avor of the subtly- oral rice. Paul really e Key lime pie, on the other hand, immediately enlivens your tastebuds with its tart sweetness, which is tempered by the honey and cinnamon in its graham cracker crust. “ at’s the stu ,” Luis complimented, “that makes you go ‘Mmmmm.’”

For dessert, you can’t go wrong with the coconut cream pie or Key lime pie. e former is a deconstructed version of the dessert, with crumbles of a “crust” that’s so and tastes like sweetness and cinnamon. I, normally, despise both the avor and texture of coconut; however, a er hearing the others rave about Hudson’s coconut cream pie, I had to try it. I can honestly say that it’s the one and only coconut dessert that I have ever actually enjoyed! It was a light and refreshing excursion to the tropics, with delicate notes of coconut that harmonize beautifully with hints of vanilla.

Brighten your day, excite your palate, and celebrate life by dining at Hudson’s on the River! e waterfront view alone is enough to delight you, so just wait until you get your hands on one of the restaurant’s visionary libations or inspired entrées…

950 SE INDIAN STREET

(772) 888-1854

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