"Having dined here a few times, Present Company does a good job in its attempt of culinary creativity and having a friendly staff. But they have an opportunity to improve the value it’s able to deliver. The food continues to be very good, however, I'm not a fan of the 3 or 4 course only options for $87 and $107 (no A La Carte) one of which is dessert. If you want to swap out the dessert for a starter, they charge you an extra $12. Order a small metal container of bread (not house made) there's another $4.50. Have a bottle of wine or a couple of drinks each your check will be over $300 w/ tip for two people (3 course without dessert option). With the 3 course option at $87, is the starter $25, entree $45 and dessert $17? That's a bit pricey especially when one of the entree's is a Cauliflower vegetarian dish). Again, the food is good but at their price point they are in the same if not higher end of a Michelin restaurant (which they are not). That said one would expect the service to justify the higher prices. The servers are friendly and professional, but at these prices one would expect a bit more. For example, instead of just plopping down the food and walking away it would be nice if there was a bit more engagement by explaining/reiterating what the dish just served entails. I've been to several high end restaurants and it is a nice touch by the servers when they explain your meal giving the patrons a sense they are in lock step with the kitchen. It must be said that the creative seasonal menu with a very good wine list and beautiful, historical building, is the type of restaurant we love. So, if the high price is not an issue, you will have a good meal. But for me I can get good food for much less at other nearby restaurants. Vegetarian options: Usually 1 option"
