The standouts were the duck confit salad and the sole. The sole's rare center was brain-oozing rich, and the duck confit...well, can't go wrong with cranberries and hazelnuts.
Alas, the desserts were somewhat disappointing, despite having an intense chocolate sauce.
(Ratings added on 7/2/01. Recollection, and thus accuracy, arguably suspect.)
| Tian of Lobster, Avocado, Mango, and Greens. Topped with Asian Vinaigrette and Wonton Crisps | +2 | |
| Smoked Salmon Rose, Sturgeon Caviar with Frisee Salad. With Caper Creme and Lemon Vinaigrette | +4 | |
| Lobster and Sweet Potato Bisque, Lemon Cayenne Creme, with Artichoke and Red Pepper Fritters | +3 | |
| Salad of Frisee, Watercress, Duck Confit, Cranberry Jelly, and Warm Hazelnut Vinaigrette | +7 | |
| Shallow Poached Sole Roulade, Lemon Butter, Zucchini Timbale, Asparagus, Fondue of Tomato, Tarragon, Leek Fritters | +6 | |
| Seared Salmon, Roasted Barley with Applewood Smoked Bacon and Black Trumpet Mushrooms, Leek Fritters | +4 | |
| Grilled Ribeye, Zinfandel Reduction, Rosemary, Ragout of Porcini Mushrooms, Shallots, and Potatoes | +2 | |
| Chevre Crusted Rack of Lamb, Wild Mushroom Risotto, Asparagus, Sun-Dried Tomato, Sage, Thyme | +3 | |
| Napoleon of Tropical Fruits | -1 | |
| Chocolate Terrine with Raspberry Coulis | -3 | |
| Blondie Ice Cream Sundae with Chocolate Sauce and Caramelized Banana | +1 |