151614 Wed Apr 20 13:26:29 -0700 2005 4 12 Boston Area 0 813872 Some place quiet and not rushed, and not too expensive, in/near the Financial District. Would love to hear suggestions! Wed Apr 20 13:26:29 -0700 2005 0 Guinevere 1 813886 The Radius $25 (or thereabouts) prix fixe isn't *too* too expensive. No. 9 Park, but also pricey. Maybe a banquette in Kingfish Hall. Wed Apr 20 15:03:25 -0700 2005 813872 0 Joanie 1 813892 The Cafe at the Ritz Carlton... a window table on Newbury Street. If you chose wisely, the menu does not require financing. And the service is superior to any other lunch environment, right down to table water in cobalt blue glasses. It is one of the few restaurants in Boston that follow the credo, 'it is impolite to rush'. Wed Apr 20 15:24:44 -0700 2005 813872 0 1K diner 2 813893 I really do understand you stated 'not over the top'. However, romantic, unhurried, quiet... they will not make you feel out of place. Wed Apr 20 15:26:42 -0700 2005 813892 0 1K diner 1 813910 While I never go there for dinner anymore, lunch at Mantra is a good deal, and rarely busy. It's a pretty space, with plenty of quiet corners. Wed Apr 20 17:29:38 -0700 2005 813872 0 MC Slim JB