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went to Artisanal last night. love it – showed up at 9:30, no reservation, seated right away. My dining partner and I both opted for the flights – I had the Swiss white, he had the Pinot Noir tasting. At $12.50 for...

a restaurant with this concept to life. Is Artisanal perfect in execution? Probably not, but you can have a good steak frites, wonderful cheese plate, outstanding onion soup and a strong lemon drop tail there, so it has its...

What would you recommend ordering at Artisanal for 2 ppl? We will definitely start with a fondue, but then should we both get entrees, get a few appetizers, or what? Any input would be greatly appreciated! Thanks.

Hello, I’m flying up to Vancouver this week and am keen to get some recommendations of the places which mix the best tails in the city. I’ll be treating a good friend for her birthday and would like to find somewhere...

it out of there. Along the line, any good bars/clubs there? Drinks – are there any tail bars in Vegas that are in the same vein as Drink in Boston, or the many high-end artisan places in NY (Mayahuel, Little Branch, M&H,...

My husband & I had dinner at Artisan on Wed. night last week, and it was fabulous! We began with a gouda/porter fondue, served with toast, andouille sausage & broccolini; as well as the calamari, served with a vinegar aioli &...

take out order without having to fight my way to the front. Despite living around the corner, I’ve never eaten at Dos Caminos until now...I’ve just been in to have some tails before going elsewhere...and it can get...

I know it’s wine country, but I’m on the hunt for bars that make great tails, particularly ones that use seasonal fruit and/or fruit-infused liquors. Unlike a wine list, a tail is a dynamic, spontaneous creation made...