Business Dinner in Midtown West

I should have been a bit more specific. I am fine with the appetizers and drinks being in addition to the $30 entree, so if that helps with other suggestions. I am familiar with Ma Peche, but it's just not quite right for what I'm looking for.

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Ma Peche
15 W 56th St, New York, NY 10019

jrgkittredge in Manhattan

Business Dinner in Midtown West

I am taking some business colleagues to dinner and would like to find a restaurant that is both suitable and within walking distance. We are staying at the Hilton on the Avenue of the Americas and looking for something that has intersting food and moderate prices.

Here are some specs that might be helpful:

Cuisine: No Italian, No Chinese/Thai

Price Range: Preferably $30 and under for entree (understand drinks, etc. will be extra)

Ambiance: Lively, artsy, interesting, but not so loud you can't hear yourself talk

Number of People: 6 or 7

All of these folks are well traveled and live in major urban areas so I would classify them as foodies.

Any and all recommendations welcome.

jrgkittredge in Manhattan

Sestri Levante

Looking for recommendations for places to eat in Sestri Levante or nearby towns as I will be staying there for about 4 days and doing some day trips.

Looking mostly for authentic italian and moderate in terms of price, but open to other suggestions.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in Italy

Dining in the Italian Lakes

I will be traveling in the Italian Lakes region, specifically around lakes Maggiore and Como and am looking for all kinds of suggestions for dining. We have a car and will be driving round. Some of the places we'll be visiting are Bellagio, Stresa, Como, Ascona, and many others.

Any suggestions for lunch and/or dinner anywhere on either lakes is appreciaed. Small authentic places with pasta, seafood, or fine dining, or places with a great view. Mostly we'd like inexpensive to moderate, but don't mind splurging on something really special.

All ideas are greatly appreciated.

jrgkittredge in Italy

Looking for Moderate Priced, Great French Restaurants in Paris with Style

I need to make reservations for two week night dinners during twhile staying in Paris for myself and some work colleagues.

While I know lots of great restaurants in Paris, they tend to be the more expensive ones, which won't work. I am looking for places that are moderately priced, have really good French food, and an interesting or fun atmosphere. Also, while it doesn't have to be mobbed, I would like a place that is busy and active on a weeknight.

We can easily take a cab so that's not a problem, I just don't really know of anything.

Help.

jrgkittredge in France

Dining Near the Intercontinental on Rue Scribe

I am looking for a few restaurant ideas for dinner with colleagues. If possible, I would like things that are within walking distance of the hotel.

French cuisine, moderately priced, not looking for anything too expensive or fancy/formal. Nice atmosphere, fun, or funky or artsy are great.

Mostly want to be able to enjoy the food and atmosphere and converese.

Thanks,

jrgkittredge in France

Chinatown - Near Theater District - Traditional

I'm looking for a restaurant for dining prior to a show at the Wang. I like Chinatown a lot (though tend to prefer more traditional fare) and am looking for a recommendation. I'd like to keep it moderate in cost. I've been to Chow Chow City which I liked, but was hoping to try somewher new.

Any suggestions?

jrgkittredge in Greater Boston Area

Thanksgiving Dinner Out

I am looking for some recommendations of where to have Thanksgiving dinner in the Phoenix or Scottsdale area. Looking for a nice ambiance, great traditional Thanksgiving food and a place that would be appropriate for a group of adults and seniors. I have no idea of places in the area so would be very grateful for any and all suggestions.

Thank you.

jrgkittredge in Phoenix

Please Help Me Remember - Great Seafood Restaurant on/near Green St.

Yes Yabbies, thak you so much! Do you know if it's still good? I haven't been in about a year.

jrgkittredge in San Francisco Bay Area

Please Help Me Remember - Great Seafood Restaurant on/near Green St.

I went to a seafood restaurant that was on or near Green Street and I believe began with the letter "Y", or it was used as part of the restaurant's name. We had a really nice meal, and they had great funky decor.

Does this ring a bell with anyone? I'd love to go there again.

jrgkittredge in San Francisco Bay Area

Empress of China - What Happened and Where to Now?

HI:

I should have used a better word than fun. I liked the decor and the view was very nice. I don't care so much about a view, but I did like the atmosphere which was both visually pleasing and had an easy, comfortable feel, while still being more that just the typical red vinyl booths.

jrgkittredge in San Francisco Bay Area

Love Mama's - Where Else for Great Breakfasts

I love mama's but would like to go a few different places for breakfast. I'm staying in Union Square, but am happy to walk, or even cab for great breakfasts.

Don't need fancy, just love that breakfast food. I do like a place that serves breakfast until late particularly on the weekends.

jrgkittredge in San Francisco Bay Area

Empress of China - What Happened and Where to Now?

A few years ago I had a wonderful meal at the Empress, but when I went recently it was awful. I was so disappointed. I would love to go for a really good meal in Chinatown. I am looking for a nice atmosphere, though does not have to be fancy, and I prefer mandarin/cantonese style.

I am traveling with someone who has never been, so really want to have a good meal in a fun place.

Thanks

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Empress of China
838 Grant Ave Ste 5, San Francisco, CA 94108

jrgkittredge in San Francisco Bay Area

Paris Etiquette and Dining on the Road

Paris - Do you always need reservations for dinner in Paris or for bistros and less formal places can you just "drop in"?

Sarlat - Recommendations for dinner? Not too expensive or formal. French food/food of the region preferred. Outdoor dining is always nice, but not required.

Eze - Dinner recommnedations - not Le Chevre D'Or . Not too expensive or formal, regional/tradtional french, perhaps outdoor dining.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in France

Dinner in Carcassonne

Thank you for such a thorough reply, very helpful!

jrgkittredge in France

Dinner in Carcassonne

I am looking for a suggestion for one night in Carcassone. I have heard of Le Parc, Le Comte Roger or Le Languedoc. Any suggestions?

I am not necessarily looking for fine dining, and I prefer not overly expensive. I'm really interested in a nice atmosphere, good food, and I don't want to have to dress too much, so a place where nice casual would be acceptable.

jrgkittredge in France

Cristal Room in Paris

I received a recommendation for the Cirstal Room for a lovely last night in Paris dinner. The person said it was both a lovely atmosphere and somewhat more reasonable than other fine dining establishments in Paris.

But I have seen nothing on this board about it and am wondering what people think. The pictures looked lovely, bu is it very stuffy in atmosphere? Also we are going on a Tuesday night and I would like a place that is somewhat lively (enough other patrons to make dining pleasant).

We tend to eat late 9 or 9:30 so that may make a difference. Also, what should I expect in terms of pricing for 2? While I do want a nice place and a good meal, I don't want to be spending hundreds of dollars. I prefer it to be under $200USD.

Would you recommmend this place? If not, give what I have said what other establishments would you recommend?

jrgkittredge in France

Brunch in the Marais

Yes, I should not have used the word brunch, but rather indicated that I was looking for a place for either breakfast or lunch in the Marais. This sounds interesting, I'll definitely look into it.

Thank you

jrgkittredge in France

Breakfast in Paris

I will be staying in the 7th Arr. and each day heading out to a different part of Paris. I do not want to breafast in the hotel as I love small cafes and patisseries. I won't want to walk too far before sitting down to eat, but don't mind a bit of a stroll. I am staying on Rue de la Motte-Picquet.

I was planning to stroll down the Rue Cler one day, any suggestions for a place there?

Also, anything near or on the way to Jardin du Luxembourg? Or perhaps near Les Invalides?

And last anything heading in the oppoiste direction toward the Bois de Boulogne?

Thanks,

jrgkittredge in France

Brunch in the Marais

I have heard that Sunday brunch in the Marais is great, but I don't know of any restaurants there. Can anyone advise for a great Sunday brunch? Preferably French and non other ethnic cuisine.

Price Range: Prefer Moderate

Ambiance: Open (possibly outdoor dining, but not required)

Thoughts?

jrgkittredge in France

Valentine's Day Brunch - Beehive, Clink, Other?

I am looking for a nice brunch in a nice, (not stuffy) atmosphere. Maybe even some music?
I have never been to either the Beehive or Clink - can anyone comment on brunch at either of these?

Or other suggestions in Cambridge or Boston? I do like a fairly traditional brunch menu, with a good amount of breakfast options, maybe with some intersting flourishes. Price is open. I am not a fan of prie fix meals, and prefer to order off the menu at random.

Appricate any ideas.

jrgkittredge in Greater Boston Area

Christmas Day - Eating Out in the Suburbs - Not Chinese or Fancy Dinner

I am a bit stumped as I am trying to find a dinner out that is not Chinese/Asia nor a fancy Christmas Day dinner anywhere in the Brookline, Newton, Waltham area. I don't want to drive into the city or Cambridge, and I've tried open table but most of what they list is not available for the time I want.

Any suggestions?

jrgkittredge in Greater Boston Area

Williamsville Inn, Red Lion Inn, Old Inn on the Green

I am planning on have a Thanksgiving dinner at one of these restaurants but have never been to any of them. Appreciate any informaiton or opinion as to which one you think might have the best food, nicest ambiance and be a good place for the holiday.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in General New England Archive

Thanksgiving in Stockbridge or Lenox

Other than the Red Lion Inn, does anyone have any suggestions for places to have a good Thanksgiving dinner. I prefer a sit down not a buffet style.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in General New England Archive

Dining on the Outer Cape Orleans/Welfleet/Truro/Chatham/P-town

We're spending the Labor Day weekend in Orleans. Looking for some suggesions for lunch and dinner in and around the area. Nothing fancy.

Cheap for lunch and moderate for dinner, fish is great of course, general American, good drinks. Like all kinds of cuisine, but like to focus on local specialities.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in General New England Archive

Dinner near Agganis Arena

I am going to see Cirque-de-Soleil next Saturday evening and would like to have dinner before the show. If possible, I'd like to be able to park once and walk to dinner and then the show at the arena.

Can you recommend some resonably priced options? I'm looking for a nice atomosphere (pleasant to sit an dine), with a good choice of food (seafood, italian (no pizza), american) that is moderately priced (entress in the high teens/low 20's).

Thanks,

jrgkittredge in Greater Boston Area

Seafood in Atlanta

On my way to Atlanta next week for a week long business trip. Looking for seafood restaurants around town. Staying at the Hyatt, going to events at the Atlanta Convention Center, no car, but can use taxis for short to medium rides.

Suggestions? Not too expensive please.

Here's some I heard of, but don't know anything about:

Nava
Babette's Care
Roys

Anyone know/want to comment on any of these?

Thanks

jrgkittredge in Atlanta

Dinner before Show at Peabody Essex

I am attending an evening performance on Sat., April 18 at the Peabody Essex musuem and would like to dine out beforehand. It's a friend's birthday so I'd like to take him some place nice for dinner as a treat. I have heard of the Anthony's in Swampscott, but don't know anything about it. Has anyone dined there?

Any other suggestions for good food, nice atmosphere for a special dinner? I'm open on cuisine, and moderate to expensive is fine. It doens't have to be right in Salem as long as it's not too far a drive 10-15 mins.

Thanks for your thoughts.

jrgkittredge in Greater Boston Area

Business Dinner in Lisbon

I will be in Lsbon, staying at the Corinthia Lisboa Hotel the first week in March. My colleagues and i arrvie on Sunday, March 1st and I am looking to book something for dinner that evening..

This is not a working dinner, but rather an opportunity to socialize and enjoy some time together. While many of the people are extremely well traveled, some of us have never been to Lisbon so I am looking to provide a real treat for dinner that is focused on the local food and the beautiful city.

I am looking for suggestions that have the following:

1. Great realixing atmosphere, not overly formal,. Something that has a warmth or uniqueness to it, suited to a professional group.

2. Not too expensive, travel budgets are very tight these days.

3. Authentic food, true local and regional dishes.

4. Good wine

5. If at all possible walking distance to the hotel, though this is not absolutely essential.

Thanks

jrgkittredge in Spain/Portugal