I've been here twice now - once on a romantic date, and once with my parents when they visited town. Both experiences impressed me, and it takes different traits to impress lovebirds/parents. I consistently recommend this place to friends.
The staff is warm and welcoming. There's a quirky vibe to the service. It's formal, but not overly stilted (the server asked my parents where they were from, recommended favorite dishes from experience). The decor is equally quirky with a whimsical charm that's inviting, but still date-night.
I'm glad they take reservations, because it has really filled up by about 8pm both times I've been there. Also, our food took a while to arrive both times (45min+) but if you don't mind a loud-ish room, it's comfortable for conversation with a full bar.
The food meets at the intersection of delicious and affordable. The Brussels sprout salad with Parmesan and nuts was so good I didn't want to share - and only $5. The entrees were very different from each other and each tasty. My husband's dish (Duck Duo) "won" because it was the most decadent, but I also enjoyed my risotto.
This place is an excellent destination for out of town guests. Its location makes it a nice end to a Plateau stroll.