Cville - Hipper Than You

Last night was the annual 'girls' Christmas dinner' at the semi-new Japanese restaurant Ten, located above Blue Light on the downtown mall. <<--(pictured: me, Melis, Susie Baby, and Tracy - 3 of the best friends a girl could have!) It was good that we ladies had a lot to catch up on, because it was a sloooowwww dinner. I'm not sure if it is because they are still working out the kinks, or because they mean for you to take 2-3 hours for a small dinner, but just make sure to get there early if you are seeing a movie later. The food is actually quite tasty, though, and reasonably priced. (Traditional Japanese fare) I suggest the spicy chicken skewers and the tuna/honey sushi. The atmosphere is very 'Manhattan meets a warehouse'-type vibe. No dessert menu. So, you may want to head downstairs to Blue Light after for some sorbet or a chocolate martini. Overall, I truly enjoyed Ten. Then again, it may have just been the good company. So, you may want to make your first visit with some great friends. - A