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Originally Posted by aschen

I don't really like fine dinning cost considerations aside. Too stuffy and dishes that are complicated rather than delicious.

Give me casual and authentic ethnic any day.

Absolutely! I could be very happy going to casual ethnic of just about any sort as long as it's good.

That said, I've had some really amazing meals that were very expensive and delicious. I had a boss come down from NY once (lived in PA, but worked in Manhattan). He took me and a colleague to Pappa's Bros Steakhouse downtown. 3 people, and I think the total bill with tip was probably $700. We assumed that he'd be expensing it, but he said that it was coming out of his own pocket. We all enjoyed it immensely. That's probably the most expensive meal I've ever had.

The missus and I have had some meals that were in the $100-150/person range (including alcohol), that were also very enjoyable.