Food, Beverage, Dining

La Belle Vie is one of the Twin Cities most lauded restaurants, earning Awards of Excellence by both Zagat and Wine Spectator Magazine. La Belle Vie provides an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication from the dining room to the lounge.

Tim McKee, executive chef and owner of La Belle Vie, is the 2009 James Beard Award-winner for Best Chef Midwest. He is nationally renowned for his fresh interpretation of traditional French Mediterranean cuisine.

(from http://www.labellevie.us)

David Bouley's flagship TriBeCa restaurant is one of Manhattan's finest dining experiences. Chef Bouley invites you to join him for his new tasting menu celebrating pure products, health, and artisanal execution.

(from http://www.davidbouley.com)

With corporate chains and noisy mega-restaurants dominating the American dining scene, Paley's Place in Portland, Oregon, is a refreshing change.

By opening a restaurant with only 50 seats, Vitaly and Kimberly Paley have made a commitment to creativity and flexibility in cuisine, sophistication in service, and intimacy in the dining experience.

The warm environment can be enjoyed via the front porch, open air patio, bar/bistro, both dining rooms. The back room may be reserved for private events, holding up to 22 guests.

(from http://www.paleysplace.net)

The Buck family welcomes you to John's Restaurant, one of Colorado's premier dining experiences. Owners Chef Corey Buck and sister Ashley Maxwell serve classic and contemporary dishes. John's has a reputation for consistency, quality and an eye for detail. Friendly service unnoticeable by virtue of its flawlessness and unobtrusive in its presence.

In 1948, Charlie Vergos cleaned out a basement below his diner, discovered a coal chute, and started a legend. The coal chute gave him a vent for his considerable talent over a grill, and allowed him to expand from ham-and-cheese sandwiches to ribs.

Today, Presidents and potentates, the King and the Killer, Rolling Stones, *NSYNC, and everybody who’s anybody have all been down for a bite.

We’re all about ribs, but our menu is as varied and interesting as the wide array of incredible stuff that adorns our walls and ceilings.

Boasting impressive views of the city skyline, Top of the Hub is the ultimate romantic dining experience. Its attentive service, spectacular ambiance, and exceptional cuisine have made it a longstanding favorite restaurant among locals and tourists alike. Its tempting menu is a showcase for the exquisite creations of Executive Chef Mark J. Porcaro and his culinary team.

Campagnia offers an eclectic menu of fabulous California cuisine prepared by award winning Chef Floro Bugnosen. Enjoy fresh Alaskan Halibut, Succulent Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon and Chef Floro's signature Grilled Pork Chop. We also offer a full array of savory appetizers, fresh salads, pasta and gourmet pizzas.

In addition to the wonderful food and ambiance, we feature a Wine List that includes Wine Spectator’s top rated choices and a first class upscale bar.

Metropolitan features adventurous, seasonally-inspired handcrafted New American cuisine. Combined with attentive service and one of a kind design, guests agree, this is "Utah's Culinary Jewel." Metropolitan's menus attract after-work socializing, sophisticated diners, celebratory parties, and pre-theater goers.

The environment is hip, warm, and approachable. The curved granite bar and cozy lounge is a welcoming spot for relaxing after-work, meeting new people, or sharing small plates with an intimate friend.

At Cafe Central, fresh, bold flavors with pleasant textures are paramount. We create seasonal menus with changing selections that give a contemporary southwest twist to the latest gourmet trends. Whether you're celebrating an achievement, a holiday, or simply the moment, be assured that we'll always offer a new taste to delight your palate.

Café Central’s charm and elegant ambiance is still one of its favorite characteristics making the restaurant among the favorites of the city and travelers.

Today's Café Central combines innovative taste with 80-year-old traditions.

Since 1998 this award winning seafood restaurant is perfect for all sorts of gatherings. From Birthday Celebrations to large business functions, LaVecchia’s Steak and Seafood offers the freshest Seafood In Uptown Charlotte, aged USDA Prime Steaks, great pasta dishes and a hip Wine List. Affordable and stylish, LaVecchia’s is ALWAYS good. Entertainment every Friday and Saturday night. The unique interior design creates a lively Atmosphere filled with giant sculptures and bright colors reminding the guest of an undersea culinary adventure

(from http://www.lavecchias.com)