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What to eat for a first-timer to Seattle?
You also might enjoy taking a ferry to Bainbridge Island and having dinner at Hitchcock. Beautiful trip by water, walking distance from ferry, terrific food.
Chez Shea closing
Too bad - especially considering what's taking its place. But not the same post-Sandy Shea, IMO.
Dim sum in Seattle
FWIW, we prefer Sun Ya to Jade Garden (which I have never found to live up to its hype). And O'Asian is good if you're downtown.
The Herbfarm
I found the theatrics really detracted from the food. A lot of other places where I would rather spend that kind of $$$.
HELP! SENDING THE BOSS AND OUR #2 TO PARIS, LE MARAIS DISTRICT.
Hi Parnassien - Like you, I have always thought that it's considered pretty crass to eat or drink on the street. But I'm in Paris now and I have seen people (who appear to be locals) eating les sandwiches etc on the street every day. It also used to be that travelers were told not to wear jeans, as it simply is not done in Paris - I am seeing jeans on everyone, young and old, and not just tourists. Things are changing?
What's the deal with Frenchie?
I've been seeing a lot of chatter about Frenchie so I went to their website. OK, simple, two entrees, two plats, two desserts. Since we're headed to Paris, I thought we might try it out - only to discover it's booked for the next month or so.
So my question - what makes it so popular? I can always check for cancellations while we're there, but just wondering why there's so much demand.
Thanks in advance!
How do YOU roast a chicken?
The Thomas Keller method already cited. Then I make a mustard-cream pan sauce. Delish!
Josephine Chez Dumonet Prices
Hi cortez - They sound like completely different places. I enjoyed our dinner at Guy Savoy some years back, but I want more traditional (some would say boring) food this time. Cassoulet, duck confit, etc. Though I'm not opposed to trying someplace more "contemporary" as long as its prices are no more than JCD.
Josephine Chez Dumonet Prices
I've read a number of posts/threads about JCD, some positive, some not so. But it still sounds like the kind of place we'd like to experience. However, these same posts/reviews have varied widely in their descriptions of the cost of dinner - from 145 to 300 euros.
I realize that wine can greatly affect the cost of a meal anywhere, but what is the typical or cost of a dinner for two, with moderately priced wine, at JCD? (I can't seem to find a menu online.)
List of Restaurants in Paris
PhilD - Can you suggest some places that reflect modern French food and some of the very exciting and innovative food that is being produced today? Ideally moderately priced. Thanks!
December 18 - 1 night in Paris .. near Place Des Vosges
Chez Paul, which I suggested in a reply to your other post, is also dog friendly.
First weekend of January 2012
Chez Paul, in the 11th, isn't too far away and is very French.
13,rue de Charonne
RN 74
We went to RN74 during the summer. First, the noise level is enough to keep me from returning, though return I may, if only for another order of Foie Gras Sliders ($16) and those amazing Beignets ($9). The Cassoulet ($29) was forgettable - don't deconstruct my cassoulet; give me an honest-to-goodness cassoulet!
Bainbridge Lunch
Hitchcock is still listing weekend lunch on their website (http://hitchcockrestaurant.com/) but you should probably confirm just to be sure. Or you might try Pegasus (http://www.pegasuscoffeehouse.com/Menu.html).
Coupeville
Honestly, I don't understand the praise and recommendations for Gordon's. My brother-in-law, who lives in Langley, keeps taking my wife and me there and it has never surpassed ordinary. I will choose Prima Bistro over Gordon's any day. In Coupeville, I vote for Christophers, Mosquito Fleet, and Knead & Feed.
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Knead & Feed Restaurant
4 Front St, Coupeville, WA 98239
Prima Bistro
201 1/2 1st St, Langley, WA 98260
Seattle Chinese
I find that Shanghai Garden is lapsing into italltastesthesameitis. What are your favorite ID Chinese restaurants that you consider to be what a place like SG SHOULD be?
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Shanghai Garden Restaurant
80 Front St N, Issaquah, WA 98027
Seatte and Port Townsend in September
I'm trying RN74 next week. Looks promising and early reviews are mostly positive. But it doesn't look like a $100 for two kind of place.
Seatte and Port Townsend in September
As far as Port Townsend, I'd avoid the Silverwater Cafe.
Bainbridge Island Markets
Bainbridge Island has a great farmers market every Saturday from 9-1 (9-2 in July and August). http://www.bainbridgefarmersmarket.com/. Other than that, Town & Country grocery store always has pretty good local produce and seafood. BTW - word to the wise: It's Pike Place Market, not Pikes!
Joe's Special
With Original Joe's closed until at least fall, I wonder where I can find a terrific Joe's Special in SF. Anyone?
Brandy Ho's or Henry's Hunan?
To be more accurate, I'm referring to the Henry's on Sansome and the Brandy Ho's on Columbus!
Brandy Ho's or Henry's Hunan?
I've been a loyal Henry's diner for more than 20 years (!). I don't live in the City, but that's one of the spots I always hit when I'm there. Now I'm hearing rumblings about how good it "used to be" and am wondering if Brandy Ho's might be a better choice when I'm there next week. Or maybe a completely different Hunan place. There are no Hunan restaurants here in the Seattle area, and I'm looking forward to a nice, spicy Harvest Pork again!
Thanks.
Dublin, Cork and points beyond what's the NOT TO MISS?
Hi gleewms - would love to know where you ended up, particularly in Cork and Dingle. Heading there this September...
lunch on l'le st louis
It sounds like you're staying in the 6th? You won't want to miss Gerard Mulot on Rue de Seine - excellent croissants and pain au chocolat. (Closed Wednesdays)
Hitchcock, Bainbridge Island- Brunch review
I just had a great experience at Hitchcock: http://chowhound.chow.com/topics/779067
Hitchcock (Bainbridge Island) revisited
We hadn't been to Hitchcock, Bainbridge Island's most inventive restaurant, for a while so we made reservations and went last night.
Am I glad we did.
We were welcomed graciously and seated immediately in the area we had requested. Our drink order was taken right away.
We started with Marcona almonds and heirloom radishes with house-made cultured butter, radish greens, and Cyprus flake salt. Although radishes and butter are a little less known here, they took my wife back to her days of living in France.
But it was my main that really impressed me. I had maltagliatti with beef short rib and tomato ragu with pecorino and mint. The house-made pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce reminded me of Babbo's "Mint Love Letters," (though Batali's dish is made with spicy lamb sausage. It was one of the best restaurant pasta dishes I've had in quite some time - perhaps since my last visit to Babbo.
One of my dining companions had gnocchi (also house-made) with creamed Bainbridge Island nettles, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs - also a knockout. The third dish at our table was an excellent whole wheat spaghetti and Eagle Rock clams with lacinato kale, garlic, chilies and herbs.
Overall a restaurant experience that was everything a serious Hound looks for - great food and great service in a lively environment.
Winslow Way, where Hitchcock is located, is currently under construction, but don't let that deter you from taking a ferry to Bainbridge for dinner at Hitchcock - it's easy to get around and Hitchcock's side of the street is currently unaffected by the construction work.
Newbie to Emmer & Rye tomorrow night--ordering tips?
Sorry, can't help you. The one and only time we went it was such a dreary experience that we vowed never to return.
lunch on l'le st louis
Are we thinking of the same place? The Auberge I know could not accommodate a busload of students! Again, it's not a starred place by any means, but the duck confit I had there was pretty good.
