Originally Posted by
Kagehitokiri
wow... other 4?
presumably including setting. 6 tables, 26 seats. view?
1. Alinea, Chicago
2. Bar Charlie, Las Vegas
3. Alex, Las Vegas
4. Wild Sage (Rusty Parrot), Jackson
5. <Tied> with about 3-4 other places
Wild Sage @ Rusty Parrot is not your typical high-end meal setting, and that is perhaps what made it so enjoyable - there was not a hint of pretense in the air. It's a very intimate space, set much like a large living room. There's a large stone fireplace at one end, surrounded by deep leather chairs and a couch. Arriving guests are invited to wait for their table on the couch, and departing guests are invited to enjoy a cordial by the fire.
Our server was young, but incredible. She took the time to explain each dish and guided us through the very limited menu (about 5 small plates and 5 entrees). Though there was no tasting menu, per se, she gathered our preferences and worked with the kitchen to create a properly proportioned multi-course meal consisting of amuse, soup, salad, appetizer, two entrees, and dessert. The technical skill used to prepare the food was second to none. Lobster was cooked to perfection, my Elk Tomahawk Chop had a beautiful and even pink center, and the cut was butchered and cleaned beautifully - perhaps better than any tomahawk I've seen. The flavors were incredible. The wine our server picked to pair with our individual dishes were excellent matches.
All of this extravagance for 2 people for a total of only $225 including tax and a 25% tip!
No better food value anywhere, IMHO.