Consolidated "Michelin Restaurants" thread
#556
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Looks like Tru has a formal dress code, so looks like it may be out (don't travel with jackets etc).
Anywhere else in Chicago that has a more casual dress code?
Anywhere else in Chicago that has a more casual dress code?
#557
#558
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Edit: Just saw you already mentioned Roister upthread. I'd also recommend Boka, right next to Alinea. No jacket would be just fine.
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#559
Re Chicago restaurants, I think most 2 and 3 star restaurants are jackets required. Maybe look at Spiaggia? I've only dined on the cafe side, but it was very nice and I don't think they have a strict dress code.
#560
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Suggestions for France
Hi Folks,
I'm starting to plan the itinerary for our trip to France this summer. We'll be cruising in the Provance/Burgundy region for 7 days, then heading to Paris for 4 nights. While cruising, I think I'll have time to pop out for lunch in a few cities. My initial dining selections are:
In Paris, I'm thinking about skipping the Michelin guide and just going with good, local food.
We tend to like modern/creative food with a strong focus on presentation, and we want to get to know the food of the region well. We are not picky and will eat most anything.
How did I do? Am I missing something in these three cities, or in Paris?
I'm starting to plan the itinerary for our trip to France this summer. We'll be cruising in the Provance/Burgundy region for 7 days, then heading to Paris for 4 nights. While cruising, I think I'll have time to pop out for lunch in a few cities. My initial dining selections are:
- Arles: L’Atelier
- Macon: Restaurant Pierre
- Lyon: Le Neuvième Art or Mère Brazier
In Paris, I'm thinking about skipping the Michelin guide and just going with good, local food.
We tend to like modern/creative food with a strong focus on presentation, and we want to get to know the food of the region well. We are not picky and will eat most anything.
How did I do? Am I missing something in these three cities, or in Paris?
#561
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Looked into Roister, and reservations are min of 2 and pre-paid. No good since I will be alllll by myyyy selffffff.
Boka looks perfect and really not too far from city centre ^
#562
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- Arles: L’Atelier
- Macon: Restaurant Pierre
- Lyon: Le Neuvième Art or Mère Brazier
We tend to like modern/creative food with a strong focus on presentation, and we want to get to know the food of the region well. We are not picky and will eat most anything.
How did I do? Am I missing something in these three cities, or in Paris?
Last edited by iluv2fly; Feb 6, 2017 at 11:51 am Reason: merge
#563
Hi Folks,
I'm starting to plan the itinerary for our trip to France this summer. We'll be cruising in the Provance/Burgundy region for 7 days, then heading to Paris for 4 nights. While cruising, I think I'll have time to pop out for lunch in a few cities. My initial dining selections are:
In Paris, I'm thinking about skipping the Michelin guide and just going with good, local food.
We tend to like modern/creative food with a strong focus on presentation, and we want to get to know the food of the region well. We are not picky and will eat most anything.
How did I do? Am I missing something in these three cities, or in Paris?
I'm starting to plan the itinerary for our trip to France this summer. We'll be cruising in the Provance/Burgundy region for 7 days, then heading to Paris for 4 nights. While cruising, I think I'll have time to pop out for lunch in a few cities. My initial dining selections are:
- Arles: L’Atelier
- Macon: Restaurant Pierre
- Lyon: Le Neuvième Art or Mère Brazier
In Paris, I'm thinking about skipping the Michelin guide and just going with good, local food.
We tend to like modern/creative food with a strong focus on presentation, and we want to get to know the food of the region well. We are not picky and will eat most anything.
How did I do? Am I missing something in these three cities, or in Paris?
#564
That's why I haven't been back! I've tried a few times, but even AmEx and JPM couldn't get me in.
#565
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Macon is the only Burgundy stop on your list, and it is deep south Burgundy. Practically Lyon. If you stop north of there in the Cote D'or you'll find much better dining and wine. Lameloise is not only the best in Burgundy, but I'd say the best in all of France. And if you want modern fusion, Charlemagne mixes a Japanese twist to Burgundy dining. Very nice presentation. Bernard Loiseau's name is still on a few excellent Burgundy restaurants too.
In Paris we're flexible as we're traveling independently, but I've heard that the Michelin starred restaurants in Paris are overpriced and not as good of an experience in what you may find in Lyon, for example. I have no first-hand experience with this, so would be interested in options. While we're quite comfortable with public transportation, in Paris we'll be staying in the Vendome area (parents at the Park Hyatt, husband and I in the Renaissance).
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I should have been a bit more clear. The Arles/Macon/Lyon stops are pretty non-negotiable. This is part of a river cruise that has a set itinerary, and these are the cities where I believe I'll have time for lunch. Unfortunately, we don't have the freedom to go further afield on this part of our trip. So, I'm interested in thoughts/opinions on those specific cities, at restaurants that serve lunch.
In Paris we're flexible as we're traveling independently, but I've heard that the Michelin starred restaurants in Paris are overpriced and not as good of an experience in what you may find in Lyon, for example.
In Paris we're flexible as we're traveling independently, but I've heard that the Michelin starred restaurants in Paris are overpriced and not as good of an experience in what you may find in Lyon, for example.
Last edited by iluv2fly; Feb 6, 2017 at 11:49 am Reason: merge
#567
I haven't tried since the summer. But I'm sure it is doing well. I've met the owner before and his other/previous restaurants have done extremely well too.
#568
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It's now on my list for a Chicago trip, at least.
#569
Just for fun, I went to try to get an online reservation at Maple and Ash on a Saturday night a month from now. There are multiple two-tops available during the first and last turns, and they'll offer up a table for 1 at 6:00 p.m. Might be worth a try!
It's now on my list for a Chicago trip, at least.
It's now on my list for a Chicago trip, at least.
EDIT: Found a 7:15 April 1, nabbed that!
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#570
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Tried Roister, it was meh. Sat downstairs. Girl and the Goat was amazing. Wife wants to go back for the dessert again, and she doesn't even like dessert.