ShareWhat People Are Saying About Parkers'
The Editor
Jennifer Olvera
Citysearch
In Short – Live piano music draws martini drinkers to the vaulted lounge, which spills over into the mahogany-trimmed dining room. An exhibition kitchen churns out globally inspired fresh catches, such as crab cakes with lemon-garlic aioli; cedar planked sturgeon; seared, hand-harvested jumbo sea scallops; oysters Rockefeller; and Shandong-style ahi tuna. Landlubbers can opt for wood-grilled filet au jus with oven-roasted potatoes and sun-dried tomatoes.
03/28/09
Incredible food on a rainy night
by JenniferVince at Citysearch
It is expensive night out, but worth every dime. Parker's is not a seen and be seen restaurant, but if you want a sophistocated atmosphere, and roaring fire, and incredible fresh food, then Parker's is the place to go. My husband and I always ask ourselves after a meal there, why we do not go more often, as we have never had anything less then spectacular there. The Mahi Mahi Wontons were to die for, and the Mahi Mahi Dynamite was just that! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone who wants city quality seafood in the suburbs
- Pros: Most Outstanding seafood in the burbs!
- Cons: None
02/17/09
Fantastic Evening
by Grownfolksplay at Citysearch
My husband and I ate here on Valentine's evening. We were greeted very pleasantly at the front. When I asked about the night's entertainment the Manager suggested we enjoy our meal in the lounge with the piano bar. It was wonderful. The calamari we had as an appetizer was good but the sauce tasted mostly of catsup--not so good. Our meals were good; I had scallops and my husband had the grouper, both cooked to our liking and tasty. I had the chocolate grateau which was quite enjoyable. We leisurely sat and were not disturbed until we were ready to leave. We will definitely visit this place again. The only knock was the somewhat slow waitress--but it was a busy night and we were not in any particular hurry so no big deal. Check it out!
- Pros: ambience, valet parking, piano bar
- Cons: wait service a little slow.
08/21/04
My Worst Experience
by masterofsteel at Citysearch
Maybe they are better now, since they are still in business, or we ordered the wrong items, but for $60, the chef came out and argued with us about the steak, saying it was a filet, when it definitly passed for rib-eye and the apetizer lobster for $30 was just that, a wee apetizer. It was my birthday, and my wife had to take me to another restaurant so I could eat. Oh, the $60, was for 2 drinks, the lobster apetizer & tip! At least, after arguing, they didn't charge us! Too many other great places around.
- Pros: lots of parking, nice bar area, clean
- Cons: , quantity, quality
The Details on Parkers'
The Extras:
Live jazz piano is featured Friday and Saturday nights in the bar from 7pm to 11pm.
Know Before You Go:
Cell phone use is discouraged in the dining room.
What to Drink:
The wine list is California-focused, with nearly 20 wines by the glass ($5.95 to $11.50) and a nice little selection of half bottles ($14 tp $24).
What to Drink:
The restaurant features a hefty wine list, more than a dozen choices available by the glass for $5.95 to $11.50. Bottles are California-centric, and the majority ring in at $40.
Know Before You Go:
Cell phones are not allowed in the dining room, so remember to let your voicemail pick up.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Outdoor Dining, Private Rooms, Business Dining, Group Dining, Live Music, Fireplace, Dine At The Bar, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
