R.I.P.: KoKo

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R.I.P.: KoKo

With a really interesting mix of Latin-fusion slash Caribbean items on the menu and a cool, yet not too hip dining area, KoKo was a culinary treat.

My one and only visit there was in March 2008. We were sitting around a friend's house trying to decide which great St. Louis restraurant to visit. Once KoKo came up, we jumped into our cars and rode off. Sitting in the same house this month (May 2009), in the same seat (but sipping a different dring - a martini made with an Oregon artisinal gin - thanks again Doug!), I heard that KoKo klosed! So sad.

On my visit, our table started with Zydeco Fries (an appetizer of white-cheddar grits battered with cornmeal and deep-fried) which were really good.

For my entree, I had the pork osso buca, which came with a side of beans. The pork was fork tender and spiced just right.

There was an excellent wine list and great service. Glad I got there before it closed.

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Meal: Dinner
Rating: ****
Date: 27 March 2008
Date Closed: June 2008
Address: 3257 Ivanhoe Ave., St Louis, MO 63139
Website: N/A