Expensive restaurants can be tricky. Some are all hype and no substance, charging high prices for small plates and fancy foam.
But the ten restaurants on this list are different. They are expensive, yes, but locals actually recommend them, which is the real test.
I have eaten at each one, and each time I have left understanding why people are willing to spend the money. The ingredients are exceptional, the service is polished, and the atmosphere feels special without being stuffy…