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re: Anyone else not like fine dining?

Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:03 pm to
Posted by HooDooWitch
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Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:03 pm to
A trip to a steakhouse every once in a while is nice.

Most often I like casual like the Blind Tiger. Nibble on eats, drink some beer and catch a game. Other then that it’s Waffle House and Pizza places.
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
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Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:05 pm to
Based on the replies in this thread I think we need a definition of what constitutes “fine dining”
Posted by Epic Cajun
Lafayette, LA
Member since Feb 2013
36132 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:08 pm to
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I don't understand people who make it the focus of their travel vacations. Like they go to Italy but don't give a rat's arse about seeing the Coliseum or the Sistine Chapel, but they hyperventilate when they score a reservation to some Michelin star pasta place or some exclusive private wine tasting. Really? - you can get pasta and wine anywhere.

It’s about the experience. Eating isn’t just about sustaining life, it’s about your senses, experiencing different tastes, textures, smells, etc… Each meal is unique, saying that you can get pasta and wine anywhere is like saying that you can see a chapel anywhere (when discussing the Sistine chapel).
Posted by chinhoyang
Member since Jun 2011
25460 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:09 pm to
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ased on the replies in this thread I think we need a definition of what constitutes “fine dining”


OT "fine dining":

Wearing a sports coat to Golden Corral
Eating inside at McDonald's
Ordering off the menu rather than patronizing the buffet
Posted by LSU alum wannabe
Katy, TX
Member since Jan 2004
27557 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:09 pm to
No way. I love a fine dining steakhouse. First ever was in NOLA. Dickie Brenans. Don’t know if it’s still there.

I went immediately from “no steak is worth that” to “wow this is not outback!”
Posted by Epic Cajun
Lafayette, LA
Member since Feb 2013
36132 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:09 pm to
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It'll be his first adult restaurant experience

How old is he?
Posted by BilJ
Member since Sep 2003
161513 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:14 pm to
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Never mind, you’re just a dumbass who thinks some gristley arse ribeye with a Michelob is a high class meal


You know I just can’t figure out why people think you’re an unlikeable try hard
Posted by Lester Earl
3rd Ward
Member since Nov 2003
287645 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:14 pm to
A great dining experience isn’t just about the food. I can cook a great steak but I also enjoy a steakhouse that presents a memorable experience.
Posted by Mingo Was His NameO
Brooklyn
Member since Mar 2016
35661 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:15 pm to
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You know I just can’t figure out why people think you’re an unlikeable try hard


Because I’m not uncouth?
Posted by BlackAdam
Member since Jan 2016
7022 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:17 pm to
It really depends. I don’t like shelling out $200 a plate for a spoon full of foam and steam. I do, on occasion like to pay up for some stuff expertly prepared using classical techniques.
Posted by Funky Tide 8
Bayou Chico
Member since Feb 2009
55731 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:18 pm to
I usually find myself disappointed after eating at a nice restaurant, which is why I rarely go to them. Makes little sense to me to pay that much for food when I can cook something at home that will be just as satisfying for a fraction of the price.
This post was edited on 9/25/25 at 12:19 pm
Posted by Epaminondas
The Boot
Member since Jul 2020
5740 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:19 pm to
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If the ole lady insists on eating out, I’d rather be able to wear my PFG (tucked in of course) in the dining room.
Your PFG tucked in? I'm confused. I thought you said you didn't like fine dining.
Posted by Potchafa
Avoyelles
Member since Jul 2016
4139 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:21 pm to
Spent 1k on my wifes 50th bday at Mastros in Houston last year. Worth every penny. Never will do it again. Food was amazing. Atmosphere was perfect. I prefer cooking fine well plated food at home.
Posted by Mo Jeaux
Member since Aug 2008
62050 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:26 pm to
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I can’t stand the pretentiousness of it all


What about fine dining do you think is pretentious?
Posted by Mo Jeaux
Member since Aug 2008
62050 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:27 pm to
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Getting all fancied up


What do you consider to be fancied up?
Posted by AbitaFan08
Boston, MA
Member since Apr 2008
27871 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:28 pm to
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A great dining experience isn’t just about the food. I can cook a great steak but I also enjoy a steakhouse that presents a memorable experience.


This is all subjective, but I just don’t think a steakhouse (with some exceptions) falls under the category of “fine dining.” I’d almost consider steakhouses to be their own thing.

Even a place like St. Elmo’s wouldn’t be fine dining, IMO. And that’s not an insult to St. Elmo’s.
Posted by Barry McCockinner
Member since Sep 2018
1460 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:28 pm to
Every now and then , for maybe for our anniversary.
This post was edited on 9/25/25 at 12:30 pm
Posted by kywildcatfanone
Wildcat Country!
Member since Oct 2012
134895 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:30 pm to
I can grill a nice steak at home for way less than at a restaurant, so that is what I choose to do.
Posted by KLSU
Baton Rouge
Member since Sep 2003
10915 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:30 pm to
I don't like going out to eat anymore especially fine dining. While it's good the majority of the time, it is never worth the cost IMO..
This post was edited on 9/25/25 at 12:47 pm
Posted by PhilipMarlowe
Member since Mar 2013
21598 posts
Posted on 9/25/25 at 12:30 pm to
I’m with you. I’d much rather a hole-in-the-wall restaurant with great food than a fancy jawn.
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