List Your Favorite Restaurant(s)
03-06-2007, 11:07 AM
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List Your Favorite Restaurant(s)
One of the hobbies that Mrs. CanopyFlyer and I like to indulge in is finding new restaurants to try. Not chain places, but locally owned places from the hole in the wall, to the formal dress French restaurant.
Prices for a couple (including drinks):
$$$$$ $150 and up
$$$$ $100 to $149
$$$ $75 to $99
$$ $35 to $74
$ below $35
Here are some of our favorites by location (most have links).
Cincinnati, OH
Daveed's at 934 $$$$ (Our absolute favorite)
Jean-Robert at Pigalls $$$$$
Ambar India $$ (An incredible Indian Restaurant, much better than anything I've had in NY or Chicago)
Asiana Thai $$ (Our favorite Thai restaurant)
Riverside Korean Restaurant $$
Madison WI
Harvest $$$$
Eno Vinos $$$$
Lao Laan-Xang $$ Laotion
Lahaina, HI (Maui)
David Paul's Lahaina Grill $$$$$ If your on Maui try this place, it is fantastic.
I'O Restaurant $$$$ Another must try on Maui
There are many more, however the above restaurants we have either patronized several times or had exceptional experiences and would recommend to anyone.
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Prices for a couple (including drinks):
$$$$$ $150 and up
$$$$ $100 to $149
$$$ $75 to $99
$$ $35 to $74
$ below $35
Here are some of our favorites by location (most have links).
Cincinnati, OH
Daveed's at 934 $$$$ (Our absolute favorite)
Jean-Robert at Pigalls $$$$$
Ambar India $$ (An incredible Indian Restaurant, much better than anything I've had in NY or Chicago)
Asiana Thai $$ (Our favorite Thai restaurant)
Riverside Korean Restaurant $$
Madison WI
Harvest $$$$
Eno Vinos $$$$
Lao Laan-Xang $$ Laotion
Lahaina, HI (Maui)
David Paul's Lahaina Grill $$$$$ If your on Maui try this place, it is fantastic.
I'O Restaurant $$$$ Another must try on Maui
There are many more, however the above restaurants we have either patronized several times or had exceptional experiences and would recommend to anyone.
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03-06-2007, 07:18 PM
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^ - so you can't just follow instructions and put 5 dollar signs? You really take away from the point of the thread when you go $$$$$$$$$
03-07-2007, 12:03 AM
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They are very expensive restaurants. Average about $200-300 per couple, add some nice wine or champagne and you will spend much more.. just trying to get a point across thats all..
03-07-2007, 02:11 PM
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Originally Posted by CanopyFlyer
One of the hobbies that Mrs. CanopyFlyer and I like to indulge in is finding new restaurants to try. Not chain places, but locally owned places from the hole in the wall, to the formal dress French restaurant.
Prices for a couple (including drinks):
$$$$$ $150 and up
$$$$ $100 to $149
$$$ $75 to $99
$$ $35 to $74
$ below $35
Prices for a couple (including drinks):
$$$$$ $150 and up
$$$$ $100 to $149
$$$ $75 to $99
$$ $35 to $74
$ below $35
Originally Posted by moeronn
Are those prices you list per person or for the both of you? I don't think I've ever spent $75 on a meal, even with drinks.
Reading comprehension > meAnd I have no recommendations, but would be interested to see others in the LA/OC area.
03-07-2007, 05:51 PM
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For Northern California
I refuse to eat at French Laundry
I do enjoy:
Buckeye - $$$
Picco - $$$$ (but $$$$$ is more realistic)
Picco Pizza - $$
Bix - $$$$$
Tra Vigne - $$$$$
Alfreds - $$$
There are plenty of others, but I don't think they are as well known
I refuse to eat at French Laundry
I do enjoy:
Buckeye - $$$
Picco - $$$$ (but $$$$$ is more realistic)
Picco Pizza - $$
Bix - $$$$$
Tra Vigne - $$$$$
Alfreds - $$$
There are plenty of others, but I don't think they are as well known
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03-07-2007, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by moeronn
Reading comprehension > me
And I have no recommendations, but would be interested to see others in the LA/OC area.
And I have no recommendations, but would be interested to see others in the LA/OC area.
No worries.
My wife's sister just moved to LA last month, so we actually have a reason to go out and visit now. It would be nice to know where the natives go to eat.
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^^^Momma's Fish House 
Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi
Momma's Fish House, Maui $$$$
Emeril's, MGM Las Vegas $$$$$
ANZU, San Francisco $$$$
Caffe Sport, SF $$$
Wine & Rose, Lodi $$$
Wente, Livermore $$$$
Slanted Door, SF $$$$
Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi Momma's Fish House, Maui $$$$
Emeril's, MGM Las Vegas $$$$$
ANZU, San Francisco $$$$
Caffe Sport, SF $$$
Wine & Rose, Lodi $$$
Wente, Livermore $$$$
Slanted Door, SF $$$$
08-17-2007, 10:42 AM
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Momma's Fish House
Unfortunately we didn't find out about the place until we were on the island. Reservations were not available that entire week. It was with a sad sigh that we passed by going to and from the road to Hana. We'll make reservation in advance for our next trip.
An update: Eno Vinos is now our favorite restaurant in Madison WI. Great prices and food.
This weekend is our 2nd anniversary, so we are trying someplace new (for us). The Blue Marlin just off Captitol Square in downtown Madison. I'll post our experience.
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08-22-2007, 11:39 PM
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Ate at a place in Portland last night called Le Pigeon and it was great. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the menu was fucking perfect. Definitely going back there. Dinner for two with a decent bottle of wine was just shy of 200 dollars - which if found to be reasonable given the quality of the food.
08-23-2007, 11:55 AM
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Aruba's in Ft. Lauderdale $$-$$$ (depends on what you order).
We've been going here for years and even bring out of town guests who absolutely love it! Right on the beach too, so you can see the waves while you enjoy your dinner!
We've been going here for years and even bring out of town guests who absolutely love it! Right on the beach too, so you can see the waves while you enjoy your dinner!
08-24-2007, 12:18 PM
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Tampa FL,
1. Berns Steakhouse $$$$
Atlanta GA,
1. Oceanaire $$$$
2. Fat Matts Rib Shak $
3. Bones $$$$
4. Flying Buiscut $$
5. Buckhead Dinder $$$$
SC/NC
1. Maurices BBQ $
2. Hymens Seafood (SC) $$
1. Berns Steakhouse $$$$
Atlanta GA,
1. Oceanaire $$$$
2. Fat Matts Rib Shak $
3. Bones $$$$
4. Flying Buiscut $$
5. Buckhead Dinder $$$$
SC/NC
1. Maurices BBQ $
2. Hymens Seafood (SC) $$
08-24-2007, 03:01 PM
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Adding another one to the list:
Madison Wi:
The Blue Marlin $$$$
Mrs CanopyFlyer and I celebrated our 2nd anniversary there last night and it was a great experience. The scallops were excellent.
Madison Wi:
The Blue Marlin $$$$
Mrs CanopyFlyer and I celebrated our 2nd anniversary there last night and it was a great experience. The scallops were excellent.
10-16-2007, 08:13 PM
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Here is one for anyone in or traveling to New York City.
Noodle Pudding-- Italian place that has a constantly changing menu. I'd make recommendations, but unless you're going with in the next week or so, the menu will change.
Great food and service, although being with people (wife's aunt and uncle) who have patronized the place from day one, plus they are on a first name basis with most of the staff and owner probably helped.
They don't take reservations for less than 6. Plan to go very early as in before 5:30 or plan to wait.
Noodle Pudding-- Italian place that has a constantly changing menu. I'd make recommendations, but unless you're going with in the next week or so, the menu will change.
Great food and service, although being with people (wife's aunt and uncle) who have patronized the place from day one, plus they are on a first name basis with most of the staff and owner probably helped.
They don't take reservations for less than 6. Plan to go very early as in before 5:30 or plan to wait.
10-17-2007, 04:53 PM
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Originally Posted by subinf
For Northern California
I refuse to eat at French Laundry
I do enjoy:
Buckeye - $$$
Picco - $$$$ (but $$$$$ is more realistic)
Picco Pizza - $$
Bix - $$$$$
Tra Vigne - $$$$$
Alfreds - $$$
There are plenty of others, but I don't think they are as well known
I refuse to eat at French Laundry
I do enjoy:
Buckeye - $$$
Picco - $$$$ (but $$$$$ is more realistic)
Picco Pizza - $$
Bix - $$$$$
Tra Vigne - $$$$$
Alfreds - $$$
There are plenty of others, but I don't think they are as well known
Boulevard - $$$$$
Slanted Door - $$$$
North Beach Restaurant - $$$$$
Asia de Cuba - $$$$
Wine Country:
Mustard's - $$$
Bouchon - $$$$$
Domaine Chandon - $$$$$
( I couldn't bring myself to going to French Laundry either, but I'm pretty sure Bouchon is run by the same person...)
10-18-2007, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by subinf
^ - 
Thomas Keller. I'd like to eat at French Laundry, but it's freaking ridiculous.
Thomas Keller. I'd like to eat at French Laundry, but it's freaking ridiculous.
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Originally Posted by NetEditor
^^^Momma's Fish House Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi
Momma's Fish House, Maui $$$$
Emeril's, MGM Las Vegas $$$$$
ANZU, San Francisco $$$$
Caffe Sport, SF $$$
Wine & Rose, Lodi $$$
Wente, Livermore $$$$
Slanted Door, SF $$$$
Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi Momma's Fish House, Maui $$$$
Emeril's, MGM Las Vegas $$$$$
ANZU, San Francisco $$$$
Caffe Sport, SF $$$
Wine & Rose, Lodi $$$
Wente, Livermore $$$$
Slanted Door, SF $$$$
03-13-2008, 11:23 AM
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A couple of local places I like in Miami that are $ - $$ range.
El Novillo - Nicaraguan restaurant where you get churassco steak and gallo pinto (brown rice and beans) and banana chips. Has a nice Central American theme and the service is good. $$ for 2.
Amici's - local Italian joint. Probably the best in Kendall area. I typically get ravioli or pizza. Their stuffed portabella appetizer is great. $ for 2.
Peruvian Express - Peruvian food. Wife usually get Tallarines Verde con Bistec (green spaghetti with steak). I get lomo saltado which is basically cut up meat, onions, tomatoes, and fries drowned in the steak gravy with rice on the side. Their Chupe (seafood bisque) is excellent. $ for 2.
El Novillo - Nicaraguan restaurant where you get churassco steak and gallo pinto (brown rice and beans) and banana chips. Has a nice Central American theme and the service is good. $$ for 2.
Amici's - local Italian joint. Probably the best in Kendall area. I typically get ravioli or pizza. Their stuffed portabella appetizer is great. $ for 2.
Peruvian Express - Peruvian food. Wife usually get Tallarines Verde con Bistec (green spaghetti with steak). I get lomo saltado which is basically cut up meat, onions, tomatoes, and fries drowned in the steak gravy with rice on the side. Their Chupe (seafood bisque) is excellent. $ for 2.
03-13-2008, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by michiamo
Aruba's in Ft. Lauderdale $$-$$$ (depends on what you order).
We've been going here for years and even bring out of town guests who absolutely love it! Right on the beach too, so you can see the waves while you enjoy your dinner!
We've been going here for years and even bring out of town guests who absolutely love it! Right on the beach too, so you can see the waves while you enjoy your dinner!
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Outback
Flatrock grille
If I want to save money
applebees
ruby tuesdays
chilles
theres a lot more that I just cant think of.
Flatrock grille
If I want to save money
applebees
ruby tuesdays
chilles
theres a lot more that I just cant think of.
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Originally Posted by Doom878
C'mon I know Charlotte has that BBQ. Don't hold out on us. 
yeah actually we have sticky fingers and carolina ribs and we have this local place called elliots BBQ thats really good like I said I do like more then that I just cant think of itAlso as far as me brancing out I have never eaten a whole hamburger or hotdog in my entire life but I love steak and ribs (I know its weird). If anyone wants to see a picky eater just come out to dinner with me.
03-21-2008, 01:44 PM
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yeah actually we have sticky fingers and carolina ribs and we have this local place called elliots BBQ thats really good like I said I do like more then that I just cant think of itAlso as far as me brancing out I have never eaten a whole hamburger or hotdog in my entire life but I love steak and ribs (I know its weird). If anyone wants to see a picky eater just come out to dinner with me.
03-26-2008, 06:01 PM
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Originally Posted by m733l
i've been to all of those. i use to work at Per Se so that one might be biased but the food is excellent.
03-26-2008, 06:41 PM
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Anywhere that has a sushi chef that is Japanese and is trained from Japan. 
03-26-2008, 06:44 PM
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[QUOTE=Yumchah]Anywhere that has a sushi chef that is Japanese and is trained from Japan. [/QUOTE
too bad you're not in ca. K-ZO is the best sushi restaurant i have ever been to. chef is japanese and has trained in france. he fuses japanese ingredients with french techniques quite perfectly. love that place
[/QUOTEtoo bad you're not in ca. K-ZO is the best sushi restaurant i have ever been to. chef is japanese and has trained in france. he fuses japanese ingredients with french techniques quite perfectly. love that place