OT - Fanciest Dinner in A2

Submitted by Go Blue 1984 on
This is my first thread and it is about something that is definitely OT so if it gets deleted I understand. I will give it a shot. My wife and I have our wedding anniversary coming up in a couple weeks and all she wants to do is head up to A2 and have a good time. She wants to start by going to a fancy restaurant with obviously very good food. So what would you suggest? We have been to Gandy Dancer so that is out, Shalamr sucks and wouldn't call it fancy. How about Chop House or The Earle? Thanks for any advice.
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jaspersail

July 2nd, 2015 at 12:03 AM ^

I'd go with Chop House, Pacific Rim, or Sava (not Seva's).

I'm surprised by all the Earle suggestions--I have tried several times but always leave disappointed.

Common Grill is fantastic if you leave A2.

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Gucci Mane

July 2nd, 2015 at 12:39 AM ^

My two favorites are The Gandy Dancer and Gratzi. The physical building of the Gandy Dancer really does it for me, as well as the brick road.

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GoBlueinEugene

July 2nd, 2015 at 12:43 AM ^

The Earle. Solid food and an astounding wine selection. Very nice atmosphere. Overall best place for a fancy dinner. Logan and Vinology are also great choices. 

Chop House is terribly overrated. Maybe I went when the chef was out sick. 

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sbeck04

July 2nd, 2015 at 12:53 AM ^

Depends on if you are going to get wine or not. If no, then West End Grill. If yes then the Earle or Logan. If you want to pick your own bottle do The Earle. If you want some insightful suggestions or glasses for course pairings do Logan. Imo the food is fantastic at all three, just depends on what you want/the menus.

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PeteM

July 2nd, 2015 at 10:31 AM ^

I haven't read all the comments, but from a brief perusal can tell I'm echoing a lot of what has already been said.  I'm a big fan of the Earle.  If you like delmonico steaks, get the biftek grille.  The whitefish, salmon and duck are great there as well. 

If you're looking for more seafood options, Real Seafood is always solid.   

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NRK

July 2nd, 2015 at 10:42 AM ^

I'd say it depends on what you're looking for. People will disagree about what is the best/fanciest, so I'd also break it down by food.

 

Steak - Chop House. Fancy vibe (in my opinion it has the fanciest "vibe") although all of thse are pretty fancy and I've done anniversaries/celebrations at them.

Italian - I'd go Earle over Gratzi. Both are good, Earle slightly fancier in my opinion. Also French menu items too more than just Italian like Gratzi.

Asian - Pacific Rim

American - Logan

Mexican - Prickly Pear. Not as fancy, but if you want Mexican go there.

Of course, I'd try to talk my wife into Mr. Spots - chicken fingers w/ honey mustard + wings? Done. Maybe not for a wedding anniversary because I do like myself a good foodie spend, but find another excuse for that.

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mlmudge

July 2nd, 2015 at 11:26 AM ^

WEG is by far the best for an anniversary.  I have yet to find a place with better service.  I love the Chop House but for a romantic setting you cant beat West End Grill.

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Dmscmxi

July 2nd, 2015 at 11:46 AM ^

I would recommend Grange Kitchen & Bar. Started by former Exec Chef from Chop House. Lots of farm to table options. Great service. Laid back.

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Yard Dog

July 2nd, 2015 at 2:50 PM ^

Mani Osteria is amazing and worth the effort if there is a wait.  Everything is very well prepared, the wine selection is solid, and the bar does a good job.  I'm a big fan of Lena.  They happen to make a really good mojito so you can channel your inner Hemingway (Ernest, not Junior).  The food is different from the rest of the places on Main.  Recently sat outside at Sava's on State St.  Food is above average, and the atmosphere in their small courtyard is excellent.

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Photogenic

July 2nd, 2015 at 2:53 PM ^

I always forget about Sava's, but they are a very good restaurant with better prices than everyone else in that same category. Lena on the other hand, has not impressed me. Mediocre food with prices rivaling Chop House.

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