Consolidated "Michelin Restaurants" thread
Apr 14, 2016, 1:40 pm
#241
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Taking a trip to Tokyo on Friday and was able to reserve Sushi Mizutani and Pierre Gagnaire at lunch next week on relatively short notice.
The last time I dined at Mizutani was when they were 3*, and now they've become a 2*. Interested to see if there's really a difference from the last time to justify the drop in rating. Also, Pierre Gagnaire seems to be an amazing 2* value for a weekday lunch at just about US$40, so excited to try that one out. ^
The last time I dined at Mizutani was when they were 3*, and now they've become a 2*. Interested to see if there's really a difference from the last time to justify the drop in rating. Also, Pierre Gagnaire seems to be an amazing 2* value for a weekday lunch at just about US$40, so excited to try that one out. ^
Apr 14, 2016, 6:13 pm
#242
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If you're ever up in Chicago (noticed you seem to be IND based), there are a lot of nice ones here. I personally like Tru a lot, I also had tea at the Peninsula which was nice.
In NY, I think lunch at Jean-Georges or Le Bernardin are nice places to start as they are "only" 2-3 courses are are not marathons like dinner at places like Tru or Guy Savoy can sometimes feel like.
In NY, I think lunch at Jean-Georges or Le Bernardin are nice places to start as they are "only" 2-3 courses are are not marathons like dinner at places like Tru or Guy Savoy can sometimes feel like.
Taking a trip to Tokyo on Friday and was able to reserve Sushi Mizutani and Pierre Gagnaire at lunch next week on relatively short notice.
The last time I dined at Mizutani was when they were 3*, and now they've become a 2*. Interested to see if there's really a difference from the last time to justify the drop in rating. Also, Pierre Gagnaire seems to be an amazing 2* value for a weekday lunch at just about US$40, so excited to try that one out.
The last time I dined at Mizutani was when they were 3*, and now they've become a 2*. Interested to see if there's really a difference from the last time to justify the drop in rating. Also, Pierre Gagnaire seems to be an amazing 2* value for a weekday lunch at just about US$40, so excited to try that one out.
Apr 15, 2016, 2:20 am
#243
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Apr 16, 2016, 7:17 pm
#244
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My apologies Xelint, the Lobby at the Peninsula is no longer Michelin starred - just checked the list.
Apr 19, 2016, 9:23 am
#245
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In Barcelona now. I finally secured a lunch reservation for El Celler off the waitlist, but AMEX concierge wasn't very helpful. I didn't use Citi because there were no Spanish restaurants mentioned on the Prestige concierge website. How did you even know to use Citi? You just called and asked?
Still hoping for Tickets. From their website, sounds like I have to call from 4-6pm to see last min reservation has opened up. I didn't think website would update as well.
Still hoping for Tickets. From their website, sounds like I have to call from 4-6pm to see last min reservation has opened up. I didn't think website would update as well.
Last edited by VivoPerLei; Apr 22, 2016 at 6:10 am
Apr 19, 2016, 10:31 am
#246
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But I really wanted Tickets.
Apr 19, 2016, 10:57 am
#247
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I just now got a confirmation from Abac, so I have that to look forward to now.
Apr 19, 2016, 9:45 pm
#249
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I ate at Lasarte a few years back and it was one of my top dining experiences. Don't remember the cost but I felt it was reasonable. We had lunch at Cinq Sentits and I really enjoyed that meal. Very small and intimate restaurant with attentive service. The chef came out a few times to talk with us and explain a few dishes as well. It's 1-star and was about 25% less than Lasarte for a similar number of courses. He's Canadian so it was easy to talk with him.
Apr 20, 2016, 1:14 am
#250
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I ate at Lasarte a few years back and it was one of my top dining experiences. Don't remember the cost but I felt it was reasonable. We had lunch at Cinq Sentits and I really enjoyed that meal. Very small and intimate restaurant with attentive service. The chef came out a few times to talk with us and explain a few dishes as well. It's 1-star and was about 25% less than Lasarte for a similar number of courses. He's Canadian so it was easy to talk with him.
Apr 21, 2016, 1:48 am
#252
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I see where Phillip Howard has sold The Square and will be leaving, if not already. Was not one of my favorites in London, though. Now that it will be managed by the same company that has The Greenhouse and Umu, I can't see returning any time soon.
Apr 22, 2016, 6:09 am
#254
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Apr 22, 2016, 4:25 pm
#255
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It was good. Not great. They have a "trip" menu with about 12 dishes where they give you a passport. This is a fun. A good restaurant but won't come back.