Review-- Del Frisco's

When it comes to classy steakhouse brand names, non is more recognizable than Double Eagle. Double Eagle restaurants are found in numerous cities across the country in the form of Sullivian's and Del Frisco's. Denver is lucky to be home to both.

Del Frisco's is located right as you come into the tech center and is known as a place to see Denver's elite. Bronco's and Av's typical frequent the classic American steakhouse. When you walk in, be prepared to take your time. It is the restaurant and the staffs goal to help you relax. Warm wood paneling and dim lighting add to the soft clammer of guests to help create a atmosphere that encourages relaxation. The al a carte' menu provides your party classic American dishes done to perfection. Each main and side course is enough to feed several. Execution at Del Frisco's is what is expected; perfectly cooked meats that fall apart in your mouth. Classic American dishes executed as if your mom had made them (if your mom was a four star chef). Favorites like lamb, veal, and swiss chard scatter the menu and provide to the warm atmosphere. While the extensive menu is enough to satisfy in the most picky of diners, the wine list offers even more options. Several hundred choices of wine offer an option to fit any person and budget. After dinner continue to relax and enjoy the evening with a cigar or after dinner drink in the attached cigar lounge.

Overall, Del Frisco's holds up to the pressure of being a part of the Double Eagle Family, when it comes to high quality with a high price tag. Don't go in with goal to spend under $100 for a couple, especially if drinks are warranted.

Suggest:

(App) Calamari

(Main) Lamb Roast

(Main) Porterhouse

(Side) Potatoes al' Gratain

(Side) Swiss Chard

(Dessert) Raspberry Chocolate torte

(Dessert) Chocolate Mousse

Rating: 4 out of 5

Price: $$$$

Holidays

If any of you are like me, you are currently searching through the closet for a large pair of pants to accommodate for the great holiday that was Thanksgiving. Many of us were surrounded by pounds of food, along with friends of family. It is a time for us all to give thanks for what we have; and what better way to bring people together than with food. The beauty of Thanksgiving is that many of us don’t partake in fine upscale multi-course meals; instead we enjoy the family recipes that are handed down from generation to generation. Scalloped oysters, grandma’s stuffing, and vinegar and bacon green beans, cover the table next to the wonderful turkey. If you read this blog than you know that I have talked about the power food has to bring together many different people, and Thanksgiving is the ultimate showcase of this test. In many instances you have families sharing many different recipes with others, sharing their families pride and joy with others, with the sole goal as to please others and share the passion.

While some, including myself, do not necessarily care for most of the traditional “Thanksgiving” day foods, I can respect and love the holiday for what it does. When at the dinner table all problems are erased and we all share the same common thread; our love for food and our thanks for what we have. So for this holiday season I challenge you to try the food others choose to share with you, it is the passion and you may learn something about them or maybe yourself if you dig deeper. This year I am thankful for the friends and family that have blessed my life and for the food that has brought us together. May you all have a wonderful holiday season, regardless of you and your family may celebrate.