Ditto on Bondir. $250 is more than enough for a multi-course dinner and very nice wine.

Kenji's from Serious Eats are amazing:

http://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/20...

They're a little involved, but totally worth it I think!

Soundbites. I don't know why, but it seems to have a cult following. I tried it a few times to give it a fair chance (and because I live right down the street), but have yet to find anything worth eating. Last time, my food was almost inedible.

I 100% agree...Highland Kitchen's pancakes are the absolute best. I'm more of a savory breakfast eater, but I always have to get a side order or pancakes when I go to Highland.