492421 Fri Feb 22 21:36:59 -0800 2008 2 7 Chicago Area 0 3426425 My friend unfortunately will no longer be able to meet me in Chicago. I've been excited to dine at Alinea for about a month. So how odd or welcoming will the restaurant be if I dined alone. I'm not afraid to dine by myself, however, I am usually sitting at the bar or communal table. Fri Feb 22 21:36:59 -0800 2008 21931 sugarNspice 1 3427692 You should feel quite comfortable alone at Alinea. While I've not done it myself, I've seen others do it. In fact I've considered going alone, which I find preferable to dining with someone who isn't focused on the food. Who wants to talk about football when you've got Grant's food in front of you?! I'm sure the Alinea staff is quite accustomed to having foodie solo diners. Sat Feb 23 12:56:16 -0800 2008 3426425 13907 FireRev 2 3428759 Thanks!! That's all I needed to hear. Sat Feb 23 21:25:36 -0800 2008 3427692 21931 sugarNspice