Jamjuree/22 Doors
Riley was in town and insisted that we go to Jamjuree on Capitol Hill. I used to live around the corner, and went there once for lunch...and hated it. I don't even remember why, but I remember strongly not liking it. So needless to say, I was not enthused about a return visit.

But there is something to be said for second chances! I had a green curry with chicken that was delicious and just spicy enough to wake me up (the waitress groaned in disappointment when one of our party asked for 1 star, so I went for 3 stars). I also tried one of the spring rolls that we ordered as an appetizer, and it too was excellent. Jamjuree might be the best Thai restaurant in Seattle that I've been to so far.

Afterward, we went to 22 Doors and Riley mis-ordered so we ended up with an extra Maison Surrenne cognac, which I happily volunteered to consume on top of a Tanquerey and tonic. Always take one for the team--that is my motto! I'm not much of a wine/cognac snob, so I can't do it justice other than to say it was pretty freakin' good. I like the atmosphere at 22 Doors (especially the back patio). It reminds me of a European cafe. The only conceivable way to improve it would be to have sidewalk tables.