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C-House
We have reserved a table for Saturday.
Any insights or opinions as to what they do best?
Seeking South Beach restaurant advice
I have reserved at AltaMare. Although I generally have an aversion to places that charge separately for sides!
But I need to eat more fish...
Thanks for all your help.
Seeking South Beach restaurant advice
My wife and I will be in SoBe next weekend for a corporate R&R program being held at the Ritz Carlton. There is an event at The Mansion that we need to attend on Friday, but am hoping to be able to make a brief appearance and then head to a (hopefully nearby) restaurant.
I liked the sound (and location) of Tulula but understand that it has closed. Can someone pls give me a recommendation - budget mid 20s mains. Hopefull something atmospheric and a bit off the beaten path.
Thanks from Mtl.
Good food near The Mansion nightclub
I will be in SoBe with my wife for a company retreat at the Ritz Carlton this Thursday to Sunday. We have at most time for one restaurant outing on Friday.
I will research various threads time permitting, but here is what I am looking for:
Ideally walking distance from The Mansion in South Beach. My wife and I need to attend a corporate function there but it is really not my kind of place, so I thought that the two of us could escape to a place with reliably good food and a decent wine list. Does NOT need to be high end or a big name. My preference would be Spanish but not a must.
Budget $50 pp not incl wine.
Thanks from Mtl.
Two nights in Chicago
We are a group of six middle-aged male conference-goers arriving in Chicago May 4th. Our plan is to enjoy the weekend incl taking in a Cubs game prob Saturday afternoon, as the conf does not get underway until Sunday evening. We will be staying at the Palmer House.
So we have two evening restaurants to plan: Friday and Saturday. We are all carnivores and love our wine. Like most tourists, we are looking for authentic Chicago eating and drinking experiences.
Based on my research here so far, I like the sound of Piccolo Sogno, but it is not close to the hotel. Something tells me that we should be looking in River North for proximity?
I tend to agree with some comments that one need not dine at a Steakhouse to enjoy a good steak. With that in mind, is there something that fits the bill within walking distance of our hotel?
Finally, a good bar for a martini or two in the Loop?
Thanks from Mtl.
Best Cape Cod homebase for Chowhound
I would prefer to stay in one town and not have to drive far to eat well, esp in the evening.
With that in mind, where would you suggest I set up camp?
Provence July 2011
BD,
Thanks for that thoughtful list.
Am I still getting to know the geography so some of those towns I am not familiar with.
There is another active thread on the same topic so I am following it a swell.
A Week In Provence- Where to Eat
I have heard that LOustalon in Mausanne les Alipilles is worth a visit. Anyone on this board eaten there.
I am thinking of staying for eight days in St-Remy at Le mas des carassins, and taking their half board offer of four suppers, leaving the other four for restos in the area.
Provence July 2011
We are two Montreal Chowhounds planning a week in Provence the first week of July. I know it will be busy. Based on the research I have done to date, I am leaning on spending the whole week based in St-Remy. I would plan to do day trips to various attractions within Western Provence, incl the Luberon, and have a nice lunch wherever we find ourselves. To avoid evening drives after wine consumption, I would plan to dine within walking distance of our hotel.
With this in mind I would be grateful for some St-Remy-de-Provence restaurant recommendations, plus some advice on where to eat while we are out exploring the region.
A Week In Provence- Where to Eat
Fairfax,
Can you share your St-Remy resto list with your recommendations please.
the truth about poutine?
I have been to Ashton in QC, but never tried the poutine. Do they have any locations in greater Mtl.
Will definitely make the trip to Paul Patates in the Point. Sounds like a gas.
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Paul Patate
2606 Rue De Coleraine, Montreal, QC H3K1S7, CA
How do I search this board by topic
I do not see a topic search box. Can someone help me out.
Shish Taouk
Sweet,
I noticed no discernable falloff in quality w/ the name change. The owner /manager did not change. One of his employees opened over at les Cours Mt-Royal. His proces are a bit cheaper, but his quality is not as good, I think because his volumes are lower.
I plan to hit Villa M tomorrow for my fix...
Andiamo update?
The wine list on their website appears to show only a handful of whites, which strikes me as odd for a fish place. Is that a partial list?
Andiamo update?
I have been asked to approve this spot for a weekend supper outing (three couples). Can anyone weigh in with a recent update? I have never eaten there.
Guy A. Lepage resto on Notre-Dame?
Re-DNA my wife claims that the lunch deal is only for takeout. I am convinced that it is the collation that is for takeout.
Who is right?
What is good on their lunch menu right now?
Guy A. Lepage resto on Notre-Dame?
Sweet,
You mean try another resto for my birthday and do the lunch at CCP?
That is an interesting concept...thanks...
Edit: DNA does have a compelling lunch special, and the location is more convenient to our respective workplaces, so I am going to try it on Thursday for lunch and will stick w/ my personal fave CCP for supper next Saturday.
Guy A. Lepage resto on Notre-Dame?
Okay I found the name in the legendary Carswell post thread: Les Accords.
Any first hand reports are still welcome.
Guy A. Lepage resto on Notre-Dame?
Lesley Chesterman gave this spot a favourable review in last Saturday's Gazette.
Has anyone tried it?
I am looking for a lunch spot to take my wife (who works in Old Mtl) this Thursday for her birthday.
Other than CCP (where we will go for supper on my b-day) and Le Local.
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Le Local
740 rue William, Montréal, QC H3C 1P1, CA
Back Bay Sports Bar w/ decent grub
I am looking for a place to catch the hockey game over supper on Sunday.
Would like it to be walking distance from Copley Square.
Suggestions?
Casual saturday lunch near Copley Place?
I am thinking Coda for a casual dinner this coming Sunday, probably 7:30ish.
Should I expect a lineup at that hour?
Montreal Chowhounds seek two Coply Sq spots for drinks and supper
BB,
I like good food. It could be French, Italian, Seafood, or Steakhouse. I would hope to keep the price per person below $65 before wine. Sunday and Monday May 16-17.
If you know the Mtl resto secene, my fave is Club Chasse et Peche (but would not know how to descibe the type of food).
Montreal Chowhounds seek two Coply Sq spots for drinks and supper
I understand that May is very busy w/ graduations, so I would like to get these reservations made.
My conference has provided me a list of several dozen Boston restaurants.
I will not repeat the list here. Although I have looked sveral up on this board.
What I would request is a short list of two places that will not disappoint. Preferably a wine menu that is not over-the-top pricey.
We will be a group of 4 males in our 40s.
Our hotel is the Marriott, and we would prefer walking distance.
Kid-friendly in Old Montreal
I am looking for a place with decent food to take my parents and my children (2 and 5) this Saturday evening.
My parents are not much into ethnic foods.
Budget contraints around $25 pp pre tax tip and drink.
Any recommendations?
Shish Taouk
I am a regular (weekly) at Villa Medina in the foodcourt under 600 deMaisonneuve. It used to be called Les Cedres. Been going there for years. It may not stand up to that Abu place, but in terms of Shish Taouk in the underground, it is the undisputed champ, and I've tried them all.
Also, their salads are delicious, and the staff super friendly.
I asked them if they could put one in my building (1000 DLG), becasue our leb joint is terrible, and gets no business.
