Located in the trendy Distillery District, this 30-40 seat loft like venue has an open concept, where patrons who sit at tables around the sunken kitchen. I compare it to a front row seat in the Iron Chef's kitchen stadium.
Once seated, you have a choice of 5, 6, or 7 course meals. The menu is Omakasi - you tell the waiter what you don't like (I.E. cheese, in Isabella's case), and Chef Pat & his team put together a tasting menu that is varied and makes use of high end ingredients– I loved the pan-seared Fois Gras, lobster, and Bison. I have found this restaurant unparalleled in presentation, taste, quality, and creativity.
Last time we were there, Chef Pat said they have about 60 individual dishes on the menu, and 1/3 of the menu changes every couple of weeks. The first two times we visited, four of us dining never had the same dish... which was great because we enjoyed sharing small bites/tastes. Advice: make sure to keep track of what course you are on so that you save room for dessert - very worth it - beautifully presented, and equally tasty.
Service is has been quite good and friendly - the wait staff explain what is being served, how the food was cooked, and they are not snobby. There is nothing I hate more than being given any kind of attitude by wait staff.
I really like Perigee because you never feel rushed, and the meal is an event, which can last upwards of 3 hours. It has a clean and nice atmosphere, is interesting to watch the chefs in action, and is a place to enjoy an entire evening out with friends and significant others.
Cost is about $120 per person not including tax, tip, or wine. Saving $$$ and looking forward to our next special occasion so we can celebrate at Perigee!
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