United States Restaurants

The culinary focus at the Granite Restaurant and Bar at The Centennial Hotel in Concord, New Hampshire is on New American cuisine with French, Mediterranean, and Asian influences and where we enjoyed a memorable evening of dining. The ambience was gracious and elegant with a large fireplace in the center of the dining room and tables dressed in pristine white tablecloths and Gerber daisies in vases. Executive Chef Daniel Dionne and Pastry Chef Stephanie Hackney are the talents in the …

The award-winning El Fogonero Tequila provided the perfect inspiration for Chef de Cuisine Clayton Slieff and Master Mixologist Steven Sedillos of the fine dining restaurant, Bistro Napa at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada to create a delectable 5-course gastronomic pairing dinner of delectable cuisine and creative cocktails, as part of their Spirited Dining Series.

We had a memorable evening of fine dining at AAA Four Diamond Atlantis Steakhouse at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa in Reno, Nevada. Chef Darren Stanley is the talent for the restaurant where a gracious ambience complements the culinary delights of American steakhouse classics and the freshest of seafood. The restaurant features an impeccable wine list selected by Sommelier Christian O’Kuinghttons the "Somm" and creative cocktails by Master Mixologist Steven Sedillos. As expected, professional, knowledgeable, and attentive service made our …

We had an excellent dinner at The Chandler Steakhouse, an elegant fine dining restaurant at the MGM Springfield located in Springfield, Massachusetts, where the traditional décor and attentive professional service team created the perfect backdrop for the outstanding culinary experience created by Executive Chef Restaurant Kyle Beausoleil. Although the restaurant, which opened in August 2018, is a steakhouse, there are We stayed at the MGM Springfield on June 15, 2019 and had a wonderful dinner at their fine dining restaurant, …

Tuscany Steakhouse where the culinary focus is American (Traditional) Steakhouse and Italian cuisine is the perfect blend for "land" and "seafood" dining. With 1-year under its culinary belt, the attractive, upscale restaurant located at 117 West 58th Street in Manhattan just steps away from Central Park and the Theatre District is garnering its share of attention from locals as well as visitors.

Maine is famous for its lobster and The Boathouse, part of the Kennebunkport Resort Collection, in Kennebunkport, Maine has a menu teaming with tempting lobster and seafood dishes along with "land-based" dishes to appeal to a wide variety of palates. The Boathouse opened in May 2018 on the banks of the Kennebunkport River, and if the restaurant was any closer to the water you would need to wear a flotation device while dining in this chic restaurant where Executive Chef …

We took a "culinary tour" of Russia via dinner in New York City at the acclaimed Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar located at 256 West 52nd Street just off 8th Avenue in the heart of the theatre district. Since 1986, the Russian Samovar Restaurant and Piano Bar has attracted diners not only for the delcious traditional Russian cuisine and savory and sweet house infused vodkas, but also for the music.

We had a lovely dinner at Woodnotes Grille at the Emerson Resort & Spa in Mt. Tremper, New York located in the heart of the Catskill Mountains, where the restaurant’s focus is on "Catskill Creative Cooking." The delectable Woodnotes Grille menu features many New York state and Catskill Mountain local products, a nice selection of New York State wines in addition to United States and international wines, well-crafted artisanal cocktails, and excellent service, which made our experience at the restaurant …

Fairmont Hotels go to great lengths to distinguish themselves as luxury properties, and the Fairmont Washington, DC Georgetown upholds that tradition of providing extra luxurious details in their restaurant Juniper by keeping bee hives on their rooftop and using the honey they gather in a few of their recipes. Executive Chef Jordi R. Gallardo and Chef Mitchell Eldridge are the talent in the kitchen where the restaurant’s focus is on local, sustainable ingredients used in classic recipes with modern elements …

Fashionable Westport, Connecticut just got even more fashionable with Chef Brian Lewis’ new restaurant, OKO, housed in the former Vigilant Firehouse. Cool industrial chic, clean lines, exposed brick and two large arched windows overlooking Wilton Road give the restaurant an airy yet intimate ambience to complement Chef Brian Lewis’ Japanese-inspired menu. Attractive presentations followed by inspired palate-pleasing combinations make the dining experience most memorable. Attention to detail from the front-of-the-house staff complement the seamless efforts from the open kitchen. Bon …