most expensive restaurants in the world
Mar 13, 2007 | 7:36 pm
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$30,000 per person
Some of you may have read this last month...a dinner which cost $30K per person...
http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/story?id=2865908&page=1
http://abcnews.go.com/WNT/story?id=2865908&page=1
Mar 14, 2007 | 1:35 am
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A few years ago The NY Times restaurant review said Alain Ducasse NY was the most expensive restaurant in the US. Per Se is probably more now but wasnt open then. I think both are more than Masa. Both Jean George and Le Bernardin in NY are probably more than Robuchon. Kyubei in Tokyo is probably that much or more for a dinner. Any three star restaurant in Europe and a fair amount of two stars will likely be in the over $300 range and a some in the $500 range. A friend bought me lunch at Pierre Gagnaire a couple years ago and against my advice didnt get the 90 euro special lunch but bought the 7 course tasting lunch and it was a shade over 1000 euros for two, not counting cognac and cigars after lunch. Also, there are things like keiseki places in Japan that will certainly go into that range. The Taillevant-Robuchon place in Tokyo is also quite expensive.
Mar 14, 2007 | 1:58 am
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Hey we're big fans. (and I know there aren't many-- most think overpriced/overhyped) We've always had fun (though no Elton) and wonderful meals (Seppie col nero alla veneziana ummm). Claudio is the Italian Bogart-- (sauve-cool-looks good in a white tux)
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Mar 14, 2007 | 5:45 pm
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I know we're not supposed to count wine pairings but just received these invites-
World-Class Wines at The French Laundry
Yountville, CA
June 6, 2007
$1,475 per person
Lunch
Join Chef Thomas Keller and Master Sommelier Paul Roberts for an extraordinary seven-course tasting menu. Your experience begins with a Champagne and canap reception in the restaurant garden and continues with an unforgettable feast in the turn of-the-century dining room. You'll enjoy wines from acclaimed vineyards such as Aubert and Colin-Morey, and have the opportunity to try a vertical of Modicum, a single vineyard cabernet that Chef Keller and Paul Roberts blended to accompany the cuisine of The French Laundry.
Paul Roberts will conduct a course by- course narrative about each wine being presented. In addition, guests will have the rare opportunity to purchase bottles of Modicum, which are not available for sale elsewhere. This will be a day to indulge your passion for delicious food and outstanding wines and discover why these spectacular vintages continue to be among Chef Keller's favorites.
Charlie Trotters spa cuisine (no wine) is only $495
World-Class Wines at The French Laundry
Yountville, CA
June 6, 2007
$1,475 per person
Lunch
Join Chef Thomas Keller and Master Sommelier Paul Roberts for an extraordinary seven-course tasting menu. Your experience begins with a Champagne and canap reception in the restaurant garden and continues with an unforgettable feast in the turn of-the-century dining room. You'll enjoy wines from acclaimed vineyards such as Aubert and Colin-Morey, and have the opportunity to try a vertical of Modicum, a single vineyard cabernet that Chef Keller and Paul Roberts blended to accompany the cuisine of The French Laundry.
Paul Roberts will conduct a course by- course narrative about each wine being presented. In addition, guests will have the rare opportunity to purchase bottles of Modicum, which are not available for sale elsewhere. This will be a day to indulge your passion for delicious food and outstanding wines and discover why these spectacular vintages continue to be among Chef Keller's favorites.
Charlie Trotters spa cuisine (no wine) is only $495
Mar 14, 2007 | 6:40 pm
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Those Harry's Bar martinis are pretty potent & the mac and cheese is amazing.
Mar 14, 2007 | 9:30 pm
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Thanks for the memories, Cholula. It was, indeed a very special experience.I believe it was also the day that Mrs. Cholula and I decided to take the vaporetto back to the hotel and overshot our stop. Those Harry's Bar martinis are pretty potent & the mac and cheese is amazing.
Those Harry's Bar martinis are pretty potent & the mac and cheese is amazing.Works for me.
Mar 17, 2007 | 3:42 am
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There was a shark-fin soup restaurant in TPE, forgot the name of the store but was on Ren-Ai Road close to the Presidential Office that was close to $550 per person. My host tossed in a French bordeaux that made the total probably close to $2,000 for my wife, him and myself.
Mar 17, 2007 | 5:13 am
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Lunch at Nadaman's Tokyo flagship cost us approximately $1,000 for the two of us (excluding drinks). This was their 'regular' offering on that day.
(and yes, it was worth it - one of the best meals I have ever had).
(and yes, it was worth it - one of the best meals I have ever had).
Mar 17, 2007 | 2:08 pm
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My wife and I enjoyed an incredible dinner at Per Se a few weeks back for a special occasion. The final bill was over $1,000 - the most I've ever paid for a meal. It was certainly worth the splurge. We're going to start saving up again for our next NYC visit.
Mar 17, 2007 | 2:35 pm
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And on your plates.
Mar 20, 2007 | 4:07 pm
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Did they give you a menu card? I love it when restaurants do that. We recently tried the tasting menu at Steirereck in Vienna and each course came with a little descriptive card. I think more restaurants should do that (they had them in German & English)
Pierre Gagnaire didn't have cards, but they kindly gave us a translated menu to take home.
One day when I have time, I'll post both menus since those were definitely 2 meals in our all-time top 5.
Pierre Gagnaire didn't have cards, but they kindly gave us a translated menu to take home.
One day when I have time, I'll post both menus since those were definitely 2 meals in our all-time top 5.