The Mantel, Culinary Ascent

Private membership required. It's absolutely phenomenal service , great food and a lively and busy atmosphere. This place is ALWAYS busy. Food choices rotate and you can always expect something new to try. The drinks rotate as well and there's definitely something for everyone.We love coming here every couple weeks, especially because it's right in our neighborhood. The employees are second to none.

This place never disappoints. I love the convenience of enjoying fine dining in my own neighborhood. The entire menu is fantastic and the service is top notch.

I feel that this place is poorly managed. Membership isn't worth it and found out that they are going to be increased. NOT worth it. They call themselves 'Culinary' but food is disappointing and several times we're got sick as well our guest we have brought. To fit what they promise they need to take a look at the food/menu, it NEEDS to be improved. Beer and liquor could be better.Some staff are great, some feel like they are better or above you. Doesn't make myself, family or friends we've brought in welcome. Positive note: I'd say some of the young staff are kind, it's clean and happy hour on Wednesday's are great.

Always a wonderful experience. We are so happy we moved here, it is the best place to live because of places like the Mantel.

Again, another take-out disaster from this same restaurant. Regardless of what has been ordered it is nearly inedible or incomplete.Picked up a French "dip" sandwich for my wife...It was no surprise when it was missing the Au Jus (sort of what makes it a "dip"...$15 and a required 20% tip for a dry sandwich and cold fries (I think everything is prepared at least an hour before pick up.Last week was the grilled salmon... Which ended up being a 3-5 ounce over cooked fish with two small pieces of cold potatoes and three pieces of cold vegetables... all this for...$21 and a required 20% tip.We can't wait until we burn through a credit... And kiss this place goodbye.

This place did not disappoint! I went in on a "try it before you buy it" kind of reservation since this is a membership only establishment. $5 "membership" fee was added to my bill as a one time charge to try the place out. I already have my name on their waitlist as they currently aren't accepting new members, though was told they accept new people monthly and am hoping that my name is getting close to the top! We made a reservation for 5:15pm on a Thursday (today) and were seated promptly. Even write up a place card with our last name at the table. It was just me and my two young girls 3 and 4 1/2 years in age. (Yes they have a kids menu!)The ambience was great! Establishment was clean and organized and somewhat quiet (it wasn't very busy). They had a variety of kids food options and your choice of mandarin oranges or fries for the side dish. (My kiddos picked the oranges and LOVED them!!) The mac and cheese was of course made with real cheese so naturally my little munchkins weren't fans of it, because let's face it, they are used to the boxed stuff at home! I ordered the southwest chicken salad and it was FABULOUS!! That is easily my favorite type of salad and until now, I haven't been able to find a place in the area that has a decent one. This wasn't just decent, but delicious and I ate the entire thing! I ordered one of the fancier cocktails and you could tell the bartender knows how to make them. It wasn't overly sweet and the flavor was great. I cannot for the life of me remember what it was called but it had raspberry vodka in it and was served in a martini glass.The waitstaff was very friendly and our entire experience was enjoyable. I can't wait to get a membership so we can make it our regular spot! By far one of the better restaurants in the area!

Jessie seated us promptly. Jaiden provided excellent and attentive service. Chef Dino scored a hat trick with his three-course prix-fix dinner for the Restaurant Week. The Lobster Bisque paired with Gilbert Cellars Riesling was perfect. The Pan Seared Sea Scallops served with Owen Roe DeBrul Chardonnay was brilliant. And finally, the Five Spice Pot de Creme matched with a Mark Ryan Chief Cabernet Sauvignon was heavenly. Keep up the outstanding work Mantel staff!

This is a private dining expedience. For members only. Did not dine there. Just info for planning purposes.

Food is solid - try the Pizza. Bar is great as well. Reservations are a must as it has small seating area.

The price of the food is very good and the portions are generous. You do need to have a membership to eat here however but if you don't have one, you can ask for a tasting membership which is a $5 fee on top of your check. Service is friendly but some of the waitstaff seem new.We had one of the chicken skewer appetizers and it was not cooked thoroughly. This may suggest maybe the kitchen cooks are new too (who knows). But they are trying so I'd still give them 3 stars.