like Otto, though have not been there for a while. We will certainly get to Lupa.....other suggestions for some second tier, less pricey places of any cuisine?? Would especially be interested in ones decently accessible Lincoln...

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Anyone been? Is this a big and loud place frequented by the Wall Street expense account set? Is this considered "first tier", e.g., Lugar’s, Sparks, or is it "next tier", e.g., Wollensky, Cite, etc. How is the wine list?...

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