The dining room is very cozy, with not more than 8 or so tables. I started with the pumpkin soup which was hands down the best tasting soup I've had in just about my entire life! It was incredibly savory, and drizzled with I believe a truffle oil on top. It also had some toasted pumpkin seeds for a little texture. I could have just eaten the soup for my entire meal and have been utterly satisfied--it was that good! 
For my entree I selected the pan-roasted chicken with whipped potatoes and roasted beets. I usually don't order chicken at restaurants because it is usually a pretty boring meal....but when I got my plate, I was first surprised by how elegantly it was presented. After my first bite, I fell in love and will now hold every other chicken up to this standard....There was the perfect amount of skin left on the two pieces of chicken breast, which was deliciously and perfectly crispy and chewy. The chicken itself was tender and flavorful, yet was not drowning in any sort of overpowering sauce. The whipped potatoes were the perfect accompaniment...as was the large piece of roasted beet. I could not get over how delicious the entire was--needless to say, I cleaned my plate! I also tried a bite of my friend's pan roasted rib-eye, and it was out of this world as well. Both entrees were perfectly seasoned, flawlessly executed and worth every single penny!
For dessert we ordered the apple crisp with vanilla ice cream and the carrot cake. Both were incredibly fresh and full of flavor. Again, both plates were licked clean.
I will certainly be going back to this place, and will recommend it to everyone I know....a wonderful neighborhood restaurant that truly takes pride in making every dish memorable.
Location: 43rd Street and Nicollet
Price: $$$
I've never been to Corner Table either, but I have heard great things about it. I'll have to try it since you gave it the thumbs up.
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