This place is simply lovely, and by far the best restaurant on Grandview Ave. Not only is the view of the city amazing but the food is also delicious, which can't be said about the other fine dining restaurants on the Mount that rely mainly on their location to bring in patrons.
We made reservations for a weekday night, and the dining room and bar were full much of the night. The host greeted us warmly at the door and led us to the sunken dining area. The decor is modern and comfortable, and the lighting is muted to allow the light from the city shine through the floor to ceiling windows.
Our service was outstanding. The meal starts with popcorn with an espresso dusting that was delicious. It's little things like this that set Altius apart. There was also an amuse-bouche. When I told the waiter all of my food allergies, they changed it completely for me. They also changed my main entree to address my restrictions. I had the chicken, which was moist and delicious. The side of potatoes was a nice addition. My boyfriend had the "Duck-Duck-Goose," which he enjoyed but noted could have been plated differently so that the various flavors weren't lost.
The cocktails were okay, but not amazing. Next time we go we plan on sharing a bottle of wine from their extensive list.
This is a wonderful place for a romantic or celebratory dinner. I look forward to a second visit.