| The term "fine dining" usually associates with an | | | | know the wishes and desires of their patrons |
| upscale restaurant that features crisp table linens | | | | before being asked. Clients are courteously |
| and waiters in sharp black suits. And it is probably | | | | escorted to their table and to the restroom. The |
| not too far from the reality. Fine dining is about | | | | chair is held for the woman. They discretely brush |
| food, service and atmosphere. Why do people | | | | off the crumbs off the table between the |
| choose upscale restaurants? There are many | | | | courses without inconveniencing the patrons. Table |
| reasons. Some prefer the food choices. Others | | | | napkins are promptly replaced if a patron leaves |
| look for a special atmosphere. Fine restaurants | | | | the table. Explaining the menu items and make |
| offer the best at prices that are usually quite | | | | recommendations when asked. Waiters are |
| higher than at any casual restaurant. | | | | trained to pay attention to details, no matter how |
| The food at upscale restaurants always impress | | | | insignificant they may appear. |
| with its creativity and uniqueness. The menu | | | | The atmosphere is another feature that makes |
| choices are often limited but change on a daily or | | | | fine dining so different. From table linens to |
| weekly basis. This allows the chef to express | | | | silverware and fine china it all says "upscale". |
| himself in a variety of courses and present the | | | | Colors and decor are always well picked and blend |
| best and the finest of dishes. Also, by rotating the | | | | in nicely. Tables have fresh flowers as |
| menu items the restaurant always serves only | | | | centerpieces. The music softly playing in the |
| the freshest ingredients. Wine and liquor are | | | | background is relaxing. One will not hear any rock |
| always the best and pricey. One will not find | | | | or pop music there. Usually it's classical or light |
| cheap wine or beer there. But the choices of wine | | | | jazz, depending on the theme of the restaurant. |
| will impress even an oenophile. At fine restaurants | | | | The lighting is subtle and cozy. A fireplace adds to |
| dishes are paired up with special wines to | | | | the relaxing and comfortable atmosphere. |
| compliment it. | | | | Fine dining restaurants are often booked months |
| Another feature that differs fine restaurants is | | | | in advance. When patrons are well taken care of |
| the customer service. It is always several steps | | | | they will return and don't mind paying extra for |
| above any casual restaurant. Waiters are | | | | the comfortable atmosphere, the excellent food |
| exceptionally trained, very polite and seem to | | | | and the exceptional service. |