My first visit to Prime was mixed. Drinks were a bit slow but as ordered. Wine prices were on the high side but a very nice selection. Service was superior! Between the six of us, I sampled four of the appetizers, all were excellent with one exception: the foie gras, a personal favorite, was beautifully sauced and presented...all one ounce of it! I personally buy my own so I know what it costs, and at 19.00 per order they make about $460.00 per lobe which costs them about $65.00 to $80.00 to buy.. That's an unreasonable mark-up to say the least! 3-4 ounces per serving as opposed to one ounce is more in line. FYI after I complained about foie gras portions, the chef did send out a few more pieces as a side to my steak... which I appreciated. The lobster bisque was super, but tepid. The steak was wonderful! Cooked to order, presented well, sauced well and overpriced. Would I eat there again? Yes, after they iron out a kink or two...
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