Yeah, yeah, yeah...I heard you. You just tried to say your favorite upscale frenchy fix can only be satisfied at the one, the only: Fleur de Lys. But really, it's a recession we're in, I say...and you've never tried the amazing food at Rue St. Jaques. My first dish there was venison--and not just any venison--it was so fresh and so good I had to ask where it came from. ""Let me check weef zee chef--I sink it eez road kill!"" Said the waiter. But alas, it was not. Flown in via Fed-ex that morning from New Zealand. The menus boast mostly local and all organic ingredients. At a $35 pre-fixe for a 3 course meal that rivals the great Huber Keller, I had to wonder...how do they do it? Did Superman fly in that venison himself? Lobster risotto, rabbit (affectionately referred to as the ""bunny"" when served), the most succulent and decadent duck you've ever tasted...all lovingly prepared by a guy who obviously loves food as much as food loves him. Romantic to a fault, they play tango music while you eat, which might make your tongue want to do naughty things to that chocolate mousse, or at least, your date. Still too cheap to spring for a $35 3 course meal? Go early, and get the ""theater crowd"" early bird special for $25...for the same 3 courses. They also do impressive upscaled holiday menus, for a pittance more.
Pros: Organic, seasonal, and locally grown ingredients
Cons: The 3 course pre-fixe isn't a 5 course
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