Downtown Hillsboro now has two fine restaurants and Tresca is one of them. I've had consistently wonderful entrees there since its opening but Chef Wade's grilled halibut last night compelled me to write. Floating amidst tarragon butter and nestled on fennel, this ample portion of Icelandic halibut coated with black spices was cooked to a perfect texture. Baby carrots complemented the dish and gave a healthful border for the buttery sauce. It's a special that needs to be on the regular menu.
Pros: Great cooking, ample servings, good service, convenient hours.
Cons: Kitchen noise intrudes on the dining room. Evening Hillsboro's deserted downtown.
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