, and strudel. The room is a converted barn with a high, pitched ceiling and a huge granite fireplace. Last night, a toasty fire gave the room a warm glow. The menu is unusual nowadays because it is entirely prix fixe. For one... (4 replies, last updated by othervoice January 12, 2007)

reactions, with the roast lamb getting unfriendly reviews that time. The people I always see running the place seem friendly enough. But they desperately need to hire more help, because the “service”, even loosely... (1 reply, last updated by Mary April 25, 2000)

Ate at Table in Little Silver last evening. They have done wonderful things with a space that has been a graveyard for several other restaurants. This time, things may be clicking. The room is very attractive, with yellow walls... (27 replies, last updated by bgut1 February 23, 2009)

Does anyone have advice on how to make sure your table is in a pleasent location in an upscale restaurant? By that I mean one that is not next to the restrooms, the area where the wait staff puts in orders and grabs water pitchers,... (7 replies, last updated by babette feasts December 9, 2004)

Conde Nast’s Portfolio.com has dubbed Talula’s Table the hardest to get reservation in the country. According to the article, the restaurant is booked solid a year in advance. Damn, now I’ll never be able to go,... (9 replies, last updated by CindyJ August 25, 2008)

Did anyone else read the article in the Post recently where the reporter visited a number of upscale restaurants in Manhattan during prime dining time without reservations and tried to get a table? When he was turned down, he... (9 replies, last updated by Nancy Ives February 4, 2001)

Hi Wanted to check out Chikalicious this evening after dinner, around 10pm. Is it worth it? Is it hard to get a table on Friday nights? Kathy (5 replies, last updated by TrishUntrapped August 17, 2004)

A friend and I sat there about a year ago...we felt a bit cheated. I love watching kitchens at work (my brother is a chef) but the service was not what I’ve had at the tables. We felt a bit neglected...IIRC, we didn’t... (8 replies, last updated by j02130 June 5, 2008)

I just read an article in the new CC Magazine (free paper through the Daily Local I believe). Talula’s Table in Kennett is planning on opening a restaurant across the street from their current location. The article... (1 reply, last updated by CindyJ May 3, 2009)

Colborne Lane’s kitchen table is in a separate room, so you don’t actually get to interact with the chefs, just watch them through a large window. JK Wine Bar has two bar seating areas, one of which surrounds the... (3 replies, last updated by pinkprimp June 15, 2009)

Hi – We are looking for restaurants that offer chef tables in their kitchens. Focused on Italian but open to other cuisines. Found a couple – Tosca and Galileo - but was wondering if there are more. Anyone have a... (4 replies, last updated by Bacchante September 1, 2004)

Which restaurants in Phoenix have communal tables? I know Tuck Shop has one. Are there others? (13 replies, last updated by Bax January 17, 2009)

I am trying to find a Phila. restaurant that can accomodate a group of 8 but with a round table. Does anyone have any suggestions? We are not looking for a bar scene but a nice, moderately priced place. Thanks! (5 replies, last updated by joluvscards December 13, 2008)

I’m looking for some suggestions of restaurants anywhere on the West Side that have round tables for 8 and isn’t Chinese food? Any suggestions? Thanks in advance..... (7 replies, last updated by csw October 19, 2006)

I’d like to compile a list of restaurants that have a communal table to try with friends in 2009. Any restaurant type is great- high end or low end. Thanks in advance to you all. (27 replies, last updated by srr December 30, 2008)