Palio is at the Swan--a great Italian place.

Hawk's Landing, the one time I ate there which was a New Year's Eve special, quite simply sucked.

Emeril's restaurants are overpriced and under-qualitied.

The best place in town is Victoria & Albert's, followed closely by the California Grill and the wildly underrated Wolfang Puck Grand Cafe Dining Room. It's located upstairs and is simply phenomenal. Try the Chef du Cuisine seven-course meal with wine pairings! They'll tailor the menu to your tastes and preferences, using fresh ingredients from local farmer's markets and the like, then the sommelier will choose perfect complements. Tell Nicholas that Mr. Luce sent you--I personally guarantee an outstanding experience!