I don't mind paying top dollar for a great meal... but I do mind paying top-dollar for a run-of-the-mill meal. I was downtown recently and went wandering from steakhouse to bistro, tapas bar to chophouse... and none of the menus looked appealing. I know there's a big business lunch crowd, but everything looked too basic AND too expensive AND too meaty! Yes, I'm a vegetarian, but that shouldn't mean I have to eat salad every time I go out!
Finally we stumbled upon Belfry Gastro House. About time! A menu that had more than one HOT vegetarian choice! In addition to the house salad, there was a vegetarian pizza and a roasted vegetable sandwich. Plus, the appetizer of sundried tomato polenta fries (with roasted garlic aioli) sounded great. There was also a full menu of meaty choices as well. I opted for the vegetarian sandwich which was very good and the perfect late lunch. Belfry also offered lots of beers on taps and interesting mixed drinks. Our server was very polite and attentive, and they accommodated an allergy above and beyond what would normally be expected. When I'm looking for a place to satisfy a crowd, I'll definitely be returning to Belfry.