The partner I used to work for DC was coming into town, and I wanted to take him some place great (by which I mean I wanted him to take me some place great). I wanted a very "Phoenix" place, and a place with great food. Good dining is important to him, and he's eaten in the best restaurants all over the world, so I had my work cut out for me in picking a restaurant! I had been to Durant's once before, for drinks, and several people at work recommended it for dinner, so we tried it. It was excellent. I had the salmon and he had some sort of steak (sorry -- I was busy with my meal and didn't really notice his). We were both really impressed with our meals, and the atmosphere was super fun (LOVED entering through the kitchen -- very fun). It was the perfect choice.