Le Rabelais

Dining here is an experience in genuine fine dining, French colonial style. Prices are high for this region, but so is the standard of preparation and service. The Sofitel people work closely with local organic farms, and all dishes are prepared with the finest fresh produce. In the tradition of the original 1922 Langbian Palace Hotel, Le Rabelais serves from a limited menu, which ensures that everything is done just right. Dinner is a slow progression of delicious courses. I had a divine crab flower that was crisped to perfection. The wine list is long and, unique in the region, the staff knows the right suggestions for any given meal -- in fact, the staff here is uniquely efficient and professional, attentive without either fawning or hovering. Certain things do get missed, but overall, a great place to take that special someone for an evening of candlelit opulence.

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