Yes, Fai, sel gris is supposed to be a bit damp. (3 replies, last updated by Lindsay October 8, 2002)

I am a Canadian Chowhound from Calgary and had the pleasure of being in Portland this week. After noting some good reviews on this Board for Sel Gris I had dinner there on Wednesday night and I had a superb experience. I sat at... (3 replies, last updated by JillO May 17, 2008)

Not having any other plans, I decided to duck into Sel Gris tonight. No reservation, but I tried to show up early and I’m glad I did because I was able to get the last seat at the bar. I’m not familiar with the chef at... (0 replies, last updated by SauceSupreme October 7, 2007)

Parents in town this weekend – they are foodies and paying. I made a reservation at Sel Gris (after getting shut out by Paley’s and Le Pigeon). all the posts look amazing... but I haven’t seen a menu since they... (1 reply, last updated by zippyzop November 7, 2007)

I’ll be in Portland for one night & am having dinner with an old friend ...I’ve poked through the posts and thought I’d narrow scope and find out what Portlanders think about these 2: Park KItchen or Sel Gris?... (6 replies, last updated by SauceSupreme August 12, 2008)

I’ve seen a couple of posts about Sel Gris here, but since no one replied to me last week, I’ve got to assume no one knows about this place. Hopefully this post will change things, because Sel Gris is the best thing... (6 replies, last updated by Nettie February 4, 2008)

I have one shot at a great meal in Portland. Whose menu is tasting really good right now (early April 2009)? Paley’s Sel Gris Le Pigeon Beast Other? I have eaten at most. They are always excellent, but each season... (14 replies, last updated by VibeGuy April 14, 2009)

Finding ourselves w/a rare weekday off, my boyfriend and I decided to take advantage of the wonderful $25 lunch deal at Fleur de Sel. It was our first time at the restaurant, and it definitely lived up to the praise it receives... (0 replies, last updated by Lucia July 16, 2005)

of mineral “impurities”. Sel gris for instance, the coarse gray sea salt which is so cheap in large bags and so expensive in little packages, contains a lot of minerals which the evaporative process does not remove;... (2 replies, last updated by John Whiting March 24, 2002)

I would head to Penzy’s Spices in Arlington. Penzy’s is an amazing spice shop (better than Christina’s in my opinion). I picked up a small jar of Fleur de Sel for $7.00 (3.5 ozs). They also have Sel Gris. For... (10 replies, last updated by cgj December 16, 2006)

When you have eased yourself into the caramel colored interiors of Sel de la Terre, remember to insist on a spoon upon ordering the striped bass en papilotte. The bass is a good enough specimen, with the red and green touches of... (6 replies, last updated by Winemark August 11, 2002)

Has anyone tried this restuarant, I have only heard great things (0 replies, last updated by sel gris June 4, 2004)

for the most romantic with OK food. We love the Pigeon and also Park Kitchen. Sel Gris was another recommended. What do you locals think is the new best?? (6 replies, last updated by SauceSupreme July 17, 2008)

For high expectations and menus with duck and/or oysters, definitely Carlyle and Sel Gris (the chef at Sel Gris, Daniel Mondok, used to be the chef at Carlyle). (2 replies, last updated by jeff_pdx October 25, 2007)

We won’t be able to be in Portland that night, but will be the day after the wedding. Is Lucier really the most recommended? How about Sel Gris? (9 replies, last updated by Earl of Sandwich July 25, 2008)