Appetite Repair Shop at 400 Vallette St brings an inventive, chef-driven approach to takeout dining, with a menu that changes frequently and draws inspiration from Southern comfort food, Mediterranean cooking, Asian curries, seafood, pasta, and plant-based cuisine. Recent menu listings feature dishes such as fried chicken sandwiches, lemongrass tofu, Middle Eastern platters, salads, curries, and rich desserts, while longtime favorites include seafood pasta and lamb shank curry. Prices are generally approachable, with many dishes around $8-$15 and an overall reported spending range near $10-$20 per person, offering strong value given the generous portions and freshly prepared ingredients. Flavor combinations are often bold and playful, balancing spices, fresh vegetables, creamy sauces, pickles, herbs, and carefully cooked proteins. Vegetarian and plant-based choices regularly appear, including tofu, falafel, vegetable salads, and other rotating creations, although gluten-free requirements should be confirmed when ordering. This is primarily a dinner and takeaway destination rather than a traditional breakfast or lunch restaurant, with substantial portions that can also work well for casual group meals.
Menu Highlights
The Chicken or the Egg Fried Chicken Sandwich - Crispy fried chicken meets creamy deviled egg salad, ham, and tangy pickled green tomatoes for a satisfying combination of crunch, richness, and acidity.
Emir’s Middle Eastern Platter - Falafel, hummus, eggplant salad, feta, olives, cucumbers, tomatoes, and pepper relish create a colorful vegetarian spread packed with creamy, crisp, savory, and spicy contrasts.
Hot Thai Yellow Curry Crab - Sweet crab paired with fragrant yellow curry delivers a warming combination of seafood richness and aromatic spice. Its globally inspired character captures the restaurant’s adventurous cooking style.
Lemongrass Tofu with Garlic Rice - Aromatic lemongrass tofu is paired with savory garlic rice and sharp pickled mustard greens, creating a plant-forward dish with freshness, tang, and satisfying texture.
Lamb Shank Curry - Frequently praised among the restaurant’s curry creations, this dish combines tender lamb with deeply seasoned curry flavors for a hearty, comforting dinner.
Fried Green Tomatoes with Shrimp Louie - Crisp, tangy fried green tomatoes provide a lively foundation for succulent shrimp and creamy Louie-style flavors, making this an especially distinctive Southern-inspired combination.
Baklava Cheesecake - A decadent dessert that combines cheesecake richness with the nutty, sweet character associated with baklava, offering an indulgent finish to the meal.
