With starchy beans and corn as a base, the steak needed a peppery, garlicky kick that it didn't have. It was very tender and thinly sliced, but the meat didn't taste as if it had been marinated or rubbed with spices before it was cooked. It was also broiled, when grilling might have given it a deeper, smoky flavor. The salsa was fresh, but not spicy enough. It tasted more like chopped tomatoes with some basil.
All entrees come with a little side plate of roasted vegetables and orzo pasta with cheese.
The vegetables were not roasted long enough and tasted mostly raw. Longer roasting would have allowed the natural sugars in the vegetables to caramelize and the herbs and olive oil to seep in, giving a richer flavor. The pasta was a fine addition with its sprinkle of parsley and Parmesan cheese. The dessert menu varies, depending on the season and the chef's fancy. The options are plentiful and made fresh, making Foster's a stop for dessert and coffee.