08/24/09

Wow! Pretentious has a new name.

by CSMobileUser

I expected a first class experience at An. The Mrs and I love sushi and don't mind paying for good food, service, etc. We couldn't get out of An fast enough. The presentations were over the top. The food was mediocre to poor, and the prices were, while in line with the arboretum, out of line with the food. Sono, in downtown Raleigh is still our favorite place for sushi. (Ask for Jessica). Highly don't recommend.

07/27/09

I wish I could talk to the head chef

by funnyornot

consistently great food, dessert and sushi.

impressive sea bass.

definitely the best romantic place for desserts in this area.

beautiful decor (maybe not every environmental) but very luxurious.

you can tell the chefs cares about the food and i appreciate they change the menu and tables according to seasons.

a pricey place of course, i just wish the Chef share more generosity with the staff.

• Pros: everything except price
• Cons: pricey

05/31/09

Way Understood by rob1977nc

by caryite90

Dear rob1977nc....you just do not understand. First of all, if you would have checked your surroundings, your were at the "Arboritum", not a "Strip Mall". (duh). The Arboritum was developed by Ann Goodnight (the wife of Jim Goodnight, owner of SAS). The Arboritum in comprised of Restuarants including Ruth's Chris, where on any given night, you can find at least 58 full-length, fur coats. There are several boutiques that sell Goodwill Remnants for 2000% mark-ups. There is also a large, exclusive apartment building ($850-3000). ....So you see rob....the prices at An are by design, to keep common riff-raff like you out.

• Pros: Located within Walking Distance of the Umstead Hotel and Spa
• Cons: More Snobs than Allowed by Fire Department Regulations