This is a great "special occasion" splurge. Yes it is expensive but the staff and the food make it all worthwhile. Don't go just for the food, go for the attention to detail that makes 'eating out' completely different from 'dining out'. The bar was mobbed and looked fun. But we wanted a quieter dinner to celebrate and we were seated in a small space with only 2 other tables. That was totally our speed. My advice is to talk to them when you make your reservations and seek out the vibe you want. In the bar is lively and loud, in some of the other spaces, quieter. Some better for romance and some better for business clients.