I had a meeting at the Ballantyne Hotel this week and met my team there in the morning for breakfast and also returned for lunch in the afternoon.
I will start by saying it is very well decorated, well lit and welcoming. Prices are about what you would expect for the location and the service was attentive and friendly.
Breakfast, to be honest the food could have been better. I ordered the California Omlette which had avacado, tomato, onion and I think turkey. I say "I think" because the omlette was "OK" and I just don't remember anything about it, other than it was bland. The breakfast potatoes were served cold. The coffee there is wonderful however.
Lunch was a complete 180 degree turnaround. Started off with a popover which was great, almost "eggy" inside and a nice start to the meal. I ordered the shaved leg of lamb sandwich which was quite possibly, one of the best sandwiches I have ever had. I am a huge fan of well cooked lamb, and this was dead on. Shaved leg of lamb, some sort of hummus on a nice roll. The lamb was nicley cooked and flavorful with just the right amount of fat. The fries were well cooked and of good consistency, which is important. So many times restaurants have great sandwiches and crappy fries which takes away from the meal.
The lunch experience will make me think about adding Gallery to my rotation of places to have lunch when I'm in Ballantyne.