Paul S.
Yelp
While the Grange Hall is mostly known for their eclectic collection of rare and exotic gifts for those who can afford them, they also have a restaurant tucked in there as well.
As you would correctly assume if you've visited the gift shop, the restaurant is also beautiful and ... special.
I was a bit nervous to dine here with my family, including my youngest son (age six) after browsing the exclusive offerings for sale. I had found a nice wine glass offered for sale, the price, $1,599.99 (sixteen hundred dollars). SO, imagine my anxiety and blood pressure as I observe my son assemble his flatware into a new shapes, This flatware was gold and wood and... quite beautiful. My brother also accompanied us, he's real good at using his iphone at the table. He quickly examined the maker's mark on the back to comfort me with the knowledge that a serving set was about $60 on the interweb. OK, I let him continue to make pyramids with the forks and knives while I ordered a nice Gruner Veltliner from the wine list ($11).
Ok, so the room is beautiful. Service was competent, could be improved with an introduction. Our waiter literally approached the table with "are you ready to order?". Ok, I get it, we don't really NEED to know his name, but it's become an expectation to provide a bit of amiability along with the cloth napkins. The service was good, just the delivery could be warmed up a bit. All the other staff was friendly and approachable.
We came for lunch, and the food was good. I'll jump out and say it was REALLY GOOD. Everything was plated in an artistic and delicate manner that brought a smile as soon as it was laid on the table. Each item exceeded expectations introduced by the menu descriptions. The portion of fish, was HUGE and perfectly prepared. My kids enjoyed the soup and salad. The caviar on my brother's Snob Sandwich... that was NOT the cheap caviar. This was the real deal.
This is the perfect place for a somewhat secret and special dining experience. We all left happy and fulfilled.
If you are looking to impress somebody, or just treat yourself, I highly recommend the Grange Hall restaurant, reservations recommended and valet was provided.