• Brian Freedman wishes the linguine with shrimp and arugula at Nina’s Trattoria had “more salt, more red pepper flakes, more flavor”; the lamb chops gave him “hope for the dishes that aren’t quite there yet.” [PW]
• At Kokopelli Adam Erace savors the “bangin’” blue corn-crusted rock shrimp, but find the beer list “appalling.” [Citypaper]
• Channeling occasional Top Chef judge Toby Young, Phyllis Stein-Novack feels all that’s needed to perk up dishes at Tres Jalapenos is “a shake of salt and pepper.” [South Philly Review]
• Adsum’s apple fritters are “a hit” for Colin Marsh, and the fried chicken was “a joy.” [Bucks Local News]
