De Raadskelder in Roermond

An old saying springs to mind: You don't look a gift horse in the mouth... Meaning you should never judge a gift, but as this is the idea this site I guess I really should!
I was kindly invited along by a close friend and employee of eet.nu to join them for a company dinner at this venue.
My initial thought on entering was the table layout i.e. that of a school canteens long narrow tables. I think with a little head scratching the venue size would have allowed for a square configuration, meaning we could all see each other and make for easier conversation.
Immediately upon arrival our jackets were kindly taken to be hung up, and drinks offered. Then shortly after some nice warm breads were brought to the table, in slightly crude but functional brown paper bags, which is the best method of keeping the moisture in bread without it sweating.
Once the whole group had arrived a tasty and very well presented trio of tasters were served, shortly followed by probably the highlight of my meal, a quite simple but delicious combination of a pan fried fillet of salmon on a bed of rich mozzarella risotto.
The main, a neatly presented bed of eggplant and courgette topped with a very nicely prepared cut of beef. I did enjoy the beef very much and the caramelised sauce was just divine! I did however personally find the caraway seeds sautéed with the veg to be quite over powering, but the tender beef and delicious sauce were enough to rectify my doubts.
The crepe served for dessert was neither dull or outstanding in my book, but very enjoyable all the same with vanilla ice-cream and a rich orange/liquor topping. To finish the evening we were served a choice of tea or coffee of which I had the coffee and a nice full bodied coffee it was, and along with it a niche selection of chocolates!
Now the dust has settled, I have to say it was a very enjoyable evening in a delightful setting, with delicious food. And as it was a set menu I feel a little harsh criticising any of the dishes, just for the reason it might not be a dish I would usually request myself! Compliments to chef, the waiter and owner who happen to be one person. I am very keen to return as a couple to sample the regular menu in the future.