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Which one to choose?

3 posts · Dec 9, 1997 to Dec 15, 1997

Lisa P.First Quadrant L.P.Dec 9, 1997
 > >- Kaspar
 > >- Campagne
 > >- Canlis

 Can I ask how Palisades compares to these three, in your opinions?  It's
 the nicest place I've been in Seattle since we moved here - in the quality
 of food, service and ambiance.  The second, by a pretty big jump, would
 have to Ponti's.  I wouldn't even think of adding Ponti's to this note,
 except that my hubby and I dropped around $250 for a dinner for four there.
  That wouldn't be a lot of money for some places (in LA or NY), but it
 wasn't a good value for money for Ponti's.

 On another closely related thread, what are people's top picks for
 *excellent* food (comparable to above), but in a less fancy and more
 intimate environment.  I found Matt's in the Market, for example, to be
 very romantic and excellent quality.
AnonymousNetcomDec 11, 1997
 I think Chez Shea in the market is one of the finest, most romantic
 places around.  Great food, intimate atmosphere, somewhat pricey, but
 cheaper than some of the others being discussed.  Worth it.  The lounge,
 Shea's Lounge, is also good, different menu, cheaper fare.

 betay avone --
daan S.Alternate Access Inc.Dec 15, 1997
 Someone wrote:

 |>I'd like to take Dave to a very nice restaurant for his birthday in
 |>mid-December.
 |>
 |>I've  narrowed it down to these three:
 |>
 |>- Kaspar
 |>- Campagne
 |>- Canlis
 |>
 |>We're not fussy people, but do enjoy a moderately elegant night out now
 |>and then.  Intimate ambience would be a nice plus.  We're both
 |>adventuresome and willing to try new foods.  Dessert is always a must.

 I've not dined at Campagne or Kaspar. I have dined at Canlis. Their fare
 is exquisite, perhaps the finest I've experienced. Ambience is elegant,
 although I don't know that 'intimate' would be an apposite description.

 I took a loved one to Canlis on her birthday. I have been well rewarded for it.

 daan
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