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The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate
- Address:
Lodge Street Biltmore Estate
Asheville, NC 28803Neighborhood:
- Cuisine:
Contemporary AmericanPrice: $50 and over
The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate
- Dining Style: Fine Dining
- Website: http://biltmore.com/visit/dining/dining-room.asp
- Phone: (866) 800-4623
- Hours of Operation:
Dinner Nightly (Sunday-Thursday): 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Dinner Nightly (Friday and Saturday): 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
- Payment Options: AMEX,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: French, Contemporary American
- Executive Chef: David Ryba
- Dress Code: Jacket Preferred
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Farm to Table, Fireplace, Gluten-free Menu, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
A word from The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate
Located at the Inn on Biltmore Estate, indulge in elegant dining specializing in regional cuisine. Our culinary team invites you to enjoy our seasonal menus featuring a three, five or seven course prix-fixe selection in a setting of white tablecloths, beautiful views, and gracious service. We strive to support the local community through the use of sustainable agriculture.Continued
A valid Biltmore Estate admission ticket, Biltmore Annual Pass, or current lodging at the Inn on Biltmore Estate are required to visit any Biltmore restaurant. For evening access to the Estate inquire at the Biltmore Welcome Center.
A valid Biltmore Estate admission ticket, Biltmore Annual Pass, or current lodging at the Inn on Biltmore Estate are required to visit any Biltmore restaurant. For evening access to the Estate inquire at the Biltmore Welcome Center.
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Awards voted by OpenTable diners
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Overall
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Ambiance
- Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
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The Dining Room - Biltmore Estate reviews from OpenTable diners
138 reviews since August 1, 2014
- Food4.6Service4.8
- Ambiance4.8Noise LevelModerate
special occasion (122)scenic view (98)romantic (97)fit for foodies (79)notable wine list (71)great for brunch (14)good for groups (13)neighborhood gem (11)great for outdoor dining (9)late-night find (4)kid-friendly (3)great for lunch (3)hot spot (1)Show More
- OutstandingOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 11/25/2014I took my mom to dinner in the Dining Room in celebration of her 50th birthday. From the moment we walked in, everything & everyone was perfect. Hank & his assistants were incredible & didn't let us want for anything. The kitchen beautifully wrote Happy Birthday on my mom's dessert plate displayed w/ a lit candle. It was perfect. Thank you for helping me make her birthday unforgettable & she thanks you for allowing her to feel like a Vanderbilt on her visit :)Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Hidden Gem for friends kovers and familyOpenTable Diner Since 2011Dined on 11/25/2014This is a hidden gem in the forest. Exceptional setting with a wide array of menu options. Surprise one by the chef was a marvelous soup chicken, magic vegetables and apples and little dessert specials were were provided in addition to our order. The chef will add some surprises for your party somewhere within the meal. Food not oversized but proportional that you leave fulfilled. Romantics leave with a few more stars. Families will talk about how "we have to do this more often". and Friends can't remember when then enjoyed an evening more. that's why you too will come back to the Inn at Biltmore Again and Again To love of friends, lovers and familySpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Special placeOpenTable Diner Since 2012Dined on 11/24/2014The ambiance was wonderful, especially all decorated for Christmas. Had a table by the fireplace as well. The food was outstanding and the drinks and wine were noteworthy. We enjoyed our waiter. He was very personable as well as knowledgeable. This is a wonderful place for a special occasion, since it is pricey.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Service was great.OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 11/24/2014Had the filet and it was perfect. The service was attentive and very friendly. It was Thanksgiving break and the decor was beautiful.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OpenTable Diner Since 2010VIPDined on 11/14/2014the service was impeccable and the food was outstanding - pumpkin pappardelle was amazingSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- LarryLrsMksDined on 11/13/2014We had a very enjoyable evening for my birthday. Very good food, great location and very good service from the entire staff. Will return for sure.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Enchanted atmosphere with superb service and foodCarolyn1inDCDined on 11/13/2014Had dinner at Biltmore Inn before taking the Candlelight Tour at Biltmore House. We had almost 2 hours to relax and enjoy the wonderful mountain view, fire in the hearth, and the outstanding servers and food, which worked out perfectly to allow time to get back to the house for the tour. The staff made sure we could enjoy all of our 3 courses without being rushed or waiting too long between courses--they know how to make you feel comfortable and enjoy the delicious food they offer. We had requested a window view of the mountains and our request was honored without our having to say anything. It was dusk and after the mountains were no longer visible, a small fur tree outside the window had been decorated with white lights to enrich the sense of holiday spirit. I hope to return one day to experience the dining room at Biltmore Inn again and recommend it highly to any one who is visiting Biltmore.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Very Elegant, Superb ServiceOUtstandingDined on 11/12/2014We visited for our Anniversary and the Food, Service and Atmosphere were Excellent. The meal was as good as resaurants we have been to in France and the service was outstanding. Beautiful Setting.Special Features:
- Biltmore Inn dining room at the Holiday seasonOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 11/12/2014Some tables immediately adjacent to windows with expansive views of valley, surrounding hills and good fall colors. Other tables are positioned in front of large central wall gas fired fireplace. You decend into the room from the large stair case (elevators are available). Good presentation of selections that are obviously individually prepared. No heat and serve here. We had several meals at The Dining Room and received consistently attentive and appropriate service from all personnel. Five, seven or eight course menus are available with the only difference being the actual size of the servings are slightly smaller as the number of courses increases. Great for allowing you to experience multiple offerings in one seating without feeling you have over eaten. Selecting from the menu is per your own preferences and we were never left second guessing our choices. Each one is some combination of known favorites ( chicken, beef, fish, etc) prepared in a unique manner and combined with "sides" that are never just vegetables, potato or rice. Package deals are available that include (among other extras) room at the Inn, Biltmore Estate admission, including Candle Light evening tour of Holiday Decorated main house and grounds, buffet breakfast and the evening meal.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Exceeded ExpectationsOpenTable Diner Since 2006Dined on 11/11/2014The Dining Room in The Inn at Biltmore was lovely. We ate both breakfast and dinner there. The food was wonderful. The service was exceptional. FYI dinner is a price fixed menu, 3 5 or 8 selections.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great breakfast buffet!JanetMDined on 11/11/2014Very good breakfast buffet, but ordering off of the menu was just as good. Staff extremely professional. Ambiance can't be beat..stunning views.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Gracious DiningOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 11/7/2014is how best to describe this unhurried, prepared to order experience. It is a place to pause and savor.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Southern Hospitality ReignsdoctorjudiDined on 11/7/2014For a romantic evening or special occasion, nothing compares with the dining room in the Inn at the Biltmore. You will experience Southern Hospitality at it's best. It is our very favorite.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- just fabulousluvitDined on 11/5/2014The food was exquisite, she-crab bisque to die for, marvelous wine list, creative specialty drinks.Special Features:
- gdfdgdwineDined on 10/27/2014We had an exceptional dinner! Both the food and wait staff were amazing! Would consider traveling to Asheville for a special occasion to have dinner here again! Extensive wine list was impressive as well!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Lucky findDerbycitydinersDined on 10/25/2014The staff was incredible our server very knowledgeable . Accommodated special request by my wife with ease . We felt very welcome and enjoyed the whole dining experience ! Loved it and THANK YOU ! Worth the 500 plus miles we dove to get there ***** !Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- the meal was wonderfulJoAnnDined on 10/25/2014We were seated in a hallway with windows overlooking the mountains but since it was at night and there was no view it was just a hallway. Next time i'll wait and sit by the fireplace in the main dining roomSpecial Features:
- pleasantly surprisedOpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 10/25/2014We dined here years ago and felt that the food and wine list was very limited. This trip, we were pleasantly surprised to find that the wine list and menu had expanded, and were up to par with the caliber of the hotel. We enjoyed a seven course tasting menu that was devine, and look forward to a return visit!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Biltmore Dining RoomhonestdinerDined on 10/25/2014Very nice experience but expensive. Food was excellent, the wine by the Biltmore Estate was not our favorite though.
- Fall is on the Menuluv4crabDined on 10/25/2014Innovative and tasty fall flavors/pairings on menu. Always a delight to dine here. Chef most accommodating.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Outstanding!OpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 10/25/2014Food was amazing and the service was excellent! Quality and creativity of menu was amazing!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Anniversary dinnerSarahDined on 10/25/2014Brought my inlaws here for their anniversary. Service was fantastic from Michael. Food was incredible. Unusual pairings that were delicious. Beef shortrib dinner was amazing. Every course got better.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Biltmore Inn Dining RoomRaceFanDined on 10/24/2014Excellent, food, atmosphere. Superb for special occasions.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- fun2eatDined on 10/22/2014Perfectly wonderful way to be part of my wife's birthday celebration.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- OutstandingMikeDined on 10/21/2014Service superb, food excellent, view beyond comparison but pricey when you add in the cost of admission to the park, parking, etc.Special Features:
- Elegant diningJosieDined on 10/20/2014Wonderful service. Letting us take our time. The butternut squash and lobster bisque amazing.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- The Perfect Anniversary DinnerTCLutzDined on 10/18/2014Planned to have dinner somewhere on the grounds at the Biltmore Estate for our 1 year Anniversary. I was looking for something special and came across this venue quickly enough. It seemed perfect for the occasion. The reservation was a simple and easy process: 1) Go to website. 2) Pick a date. 3) Pick a time. 4) Schedule it. The dinner was just as described on the website and was most excellent. No cutting corners anywhere. A top-notch establishment at the Biltmore. Would go again and will recommend to friends and family, should they visit!Special Features:
- Great ExperienceOpenTable Diner Since 2010Dined on 10/18/2014The atmosphere is wonderful, service excellent and the food very good but not excellent. Some may think the menu is fabulous because it is unique. I personally thought they tried so hard to be unique that they ended up limiting the choices. The way they present the courses makes it a little confusing (and this was not my first time at the Rodeo) But I have to say, I had the short ribs and they were fantastic! The waiter was more than happy to let me exchange items from other entrees to make my meal the way I wanted it. The presentation was beautiful. They have a winery on site so they are pushing the Biltmore label. The wine is very good but not great. I would recommend this restaurant. It is a delightful experience not to be missed.Special Features:
- AnniversaryWIFoodiesDined on 10/17/2014Celebrated our 30th anniversary there with a fantastic 5 course dinner, complimented by a bottle of fine wine and then finished off with a glass of champagne courtesy of the Inn to help us celebrate. Wonderful experience!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Wonderful Ambiance and ServiceOpenTable Diner Since 2008VIPDined on 10/15/2014The spectacular setting of this hotel restaurant on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate sets you up for high expectations which were met. Our server, Karen, provided excellent advice and service and the meal was amazing. We opted for the 5 course tasting menu. The portions were supposed to be down sized so that you could enjoy 5 courses. The portions were actually large and dessert seemed to be full sized. I think the best dishes between the 9 different ones my husband and I tried were the outstanding Brussel Sprout appetizer and the main dish Duck Breast. Worth the money and the trip.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Excellent ServiceMonumentBillDined on 10/14/2014While the food was good and the atmosphere is very nice, the thing that made this dinner most enjoyable was the impeccable service!Special Features:
- Superlative!JackijavonDined on 10/13/2014Party of two and chose the three course each. Appetizers of duck ragout over pappardelle and squash soup with bits of lobster outstanding. sea bass with perfectly cooked gnocchi and beef short ribs with risotto seasoned perfectly. The side vegetables were fresh and prepared beautifully. Hope you have room for dessert because they were opulent. Service was outstanding!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Superb Dining ExperienceLoireKVIPDined on 10/13/2014Our 5 course meal was excellent. My husband raved about the Chef's pumpkin soup. We throughly enjoyed our dinner experience and the superb service from our waiter, Hank, and staff.Special Features:
- Beautiful restaurantgingy28VIPDined on 10/12/2014Just being at the Inn on Biltmore Estate is a wonderful experience. The service in the Dining Room is excellent. However, when we compare it to the top restaurants in Houston, it's a notch below. The steaks were not as thick as we expected.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Romance in view, setting and foodKateInDCVIPDined on 10/12/2014When you can toast your anniversary with a sparkling wine called "Pas de Deux" you know the restaurant has joined you in the right frame of mind! Gracious, warm service, lovely extra touches (amuse bouche soup was superb) and a heavenly dessert that combined chocolate and orange flavors (one of my favorite combinations) made it a perfect celebration dinner. We look forward to returning.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Isolation in Bitmore Inn restaurantWashDCDined on 10/12/2014Everything was just as we had envisioned for a romantic 40th wedding anniversary dinner - a scenic view, wonderful meal, great service....EXCEPT we were seated in a lonely narrow corridor away from the main dining room. We felt isolated as if we banished from everyone else. We had an early reservation so there were plenty of available seats in the main dining room without having to be banished to the isolated corridor. Unfortunately all we will remember when looking back at the experience is the lonely feeling we had. Ambiance and atmosphere are primary to us--Biltmore failed us there.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- PerfectionHappyCoupleDined on 10/10/2014this was the perfect spot for our 1st Anniversary dinner. We loved everything!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- ExcellentDianaDined on 10/9/2014Our experience at The Dining Room was excellent. The server, along with her assistants, was very good. The menu changes with the seasons and local produce is utilized when possible. Each dish we had was excellently prepared and pleasing presented. The wine was also very good. They even took the time to write "Happy Birthday" on the dessert plate and add a candle. The little extra was appreciated. We will definitely return. Not cheap but excellent food and service make it worth the expense.Special Features:
- WOW-WOW-WOWCedrics2014Dined on 10/9/2014Dined at The Biltmore on 10/9 for my Birthday and had a very special experience. You feel special from the moment you step into the dining room until you are taking your last sip of tea. The service was impeccable, the room lovely, the scenery unquestionably the best and the food very good. I was a little disappointed I couldn't get a glass of the wine I wanted (Biltmore wine) with their stores so close and the appetizer and sides with entree were a bit pretentious but it didn't diminish from the evening. The duck I had was cooked to perfection and they made my birthday special with my dessert. Just lovely all around.Special Features:
- Expensive but really well worth itTastyTrackerDined on 10/9/2014Best meal we have had in years and we do go to the best-rated places we can find. We both had fish cooked to perfection with delightful sauces that complemented rather than overpowered the fish (as so often happens). The desserts are simply to die for. The service personnel were polite and friendly and meticulous in detail. Please note if you are looking for a quick meal -- go elsewhere. If you want an elegant relaxing dining experience, this is it. We left the dining room exactly two hours after we had entered it. The dining room overlooks the Blue Ridge Mountains so make your dinner reservation early enough to enjoy the wonderful view.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.


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Says the seller: "Original, unrestored survivor of a very rare model Alfa. Bought from the original owner in Italy."
1970 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1600 S
|Chassis mileage:
|Engine type:
|4 cyl. 1600 cc (numbers-matching) with 33,000 miles
|Orange, California
How long have you had the car? 5 years
Describe the body condition: 90% original paint. Some touch up on the passenger side. One small dent on the rear passenger door. Interior is all original with optional wool cloth seats and AM cassette radio. Rubber trim in excellent condition. Truly a no rust Alfa !
Describe the mechanical condition: Starts and runs excellent. New clutch, ball joints, brakes and engine seals. New tires.
Included documentation: Original Italian registration documents, warranty book, export documents. Factory brochure and technical spec book.
What is makes this car special? Only 2212 1600 S cars were made by Alfa. This is probably the only one in the US. A pampered two owner car which has won many 1st place and best of show awards including "Best Alfa" at Concorso Italiano.
Asking Price: $25,000.00
For more info: Click Here.
Sold on eBay today $24,777
The colour is called Muschio Verde (Moss Green). I have a 1300 TI the same colour that I have owned twice over the past 19 years. I bought GG when our daughter was one, sold it when we moved interstate when our daughter was six, bought it back, worn out, when she was eleven and finished restoring it when she was fourteen. Our daughter turns twenty next month.
GG was originally our second car and more reliable than our then main car (BMW 3.0S). She has variously been a shopping trolley, daily driver, weekend race and rally car. She was stripped to a shell when I restored her but I couldnt bring myself to paint her -the paint is 60% original in two slightly different shades – she just wouldn't have been GG anymore, now I probably never will.
She came with a 2 litre engine which now produces 100hp at the wheels and is a fun little Qship with 1300 badges in place, standard wheels and hubcaps at, almost, standard ride height.
Now she is enjoying semi retirement, I have ten other old cars but GG will be the last to go.
Disclaimer… I don't know the seller personally.
The price is more than fair if not a bit low actually.
First, you must consider the current US market for Giulia Supers… virtually NON-EXISTANT. So at that rate, one must consider what it would cost to find a similar condition car in Europe, having it professionally inspected and/or flying there yourself, the current terrible dollar to Euro value (1.42), shipping, shipping insurance, and taxes to import it into the US… your time, blah, blah, blah.
For a comparable car, go back and look at the silver/gray Super in Marin that sold here on BaT about 6 months ago. Although it was a very nice car, the condition wasn't comparable (modified, non-original color, needed attention, etc) and the price was $35K and the seller got full price in a matter of 2-3 weeks.
As far as restoring one of these cars to this condition for a reasonable sum… forget about it… you are dreaming.
Remember, this car is not restored. It is in original condition. Wouldn't be surprised if this car makes it back to Europe if the right Euro buyer is looking.
Best of luck Randy. Fantastic car!
A little off topic, but the house in the VW ad is just down the street……
I took the pics and it is also a great backdrop for my '65 Corvette and former '87 GTV6.
Living in an Eichler is like owning an old boat. Always work to do, but I love it !
Something about restoration vs. original. Having restored many Alfas, trying to find NOS parts to make the car right is almost impossible (think early GTV taillights) and most repro parts are substandard. Just maintail this and enjoy !
good call powematic, so many layers. i might want this life too.
I'm with 'David Rosen'-like the car, but went to the seller's photo page hoping for a wider view of the house! Seeing as how he's from Orange, CA, there's a possibility it's an original Eichler home. Also: photographer may have been subliminally influenced by Robert Bechtle in the composition of the first photo. Nice job.
@ Ed L. Yes, articles for sale are valued relative to similar recent sales. But don't confuse the cost of restoring a car with what that car is worth. Most owners are significantly under water at the end of a restoration. It will be interesting to see if anybody jumps on this at the asking price.
I am amazed that Randy is letting this superb example go ,
this car , should be north of 30 GRAND all day ,
it is better than gold.
all the best ,
the HAIG
Question for BaT: What's a "Buyer Submission" vs. a BaT Exclusive? BTW, GLWS. A lovely car.
Had a girlfriend that had a purple one. Me, always had SAABs and OPELs. Best part, her car was elegant Italian cool and the sweet five speed shifter that was only ALFA (her background was beautiful German).
I know 'more doors' are currently tres chic in Alfadom, and this looks like one of the best ones I've seen in a long time, but there's still those extra doors to contend with…
i dig the house too. is there a package deal?
It's stunning. I'm tearing away from that photo album for a minute just to say, thanks for sharing so many great pics. GLWS.
I have to admit one mistake….
The Alfa just turned 58,000 kms which translates to 36,000 miles.
I really like the aesthetics of this model, and this seems to be a very nice example.
With respect to the arguments that it would take more money to bring another car up to the level of this one, that doesn't matter. If I spend $20k gold plating a turd, that doesn't make the gold plated turd worth $20k unless somebody is willing to spend $20k on a gold plated turd. This seems to be a very nice car, but it's only worth what somebody is willing to pay.
Thanks guys…
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I've seen this car in person several time and this is a spectacular car. The seller knows his Alfas and can tell you the car's excellent history. As they say, "They are only original once". The driver of this car is transported back to 60's or early 70's Italia!
Not my taste, but you gotta love the St. Christopher medallion/charm on the original dealer-supplied key fob. Classic!
Seems like more than a bargain to me. What a car!
…and REALLY great photo – composition, color, framing, contrast, etc.
Sweet. Expensive.
Still my beating heart. Oh this would be a daily driver from 4/1 to 10/31 and I'd love every minute of it. Especially the wrenching that would be required to keep it running. Beautiful car in a great color.
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Postal Service cancels plan to drop Saturday mailBy Gordon Dritschilo
Staff Writer | April 11,2013Vyto Starinskas / Staff File Photo
Postal carrier Amy Shelvey didn't need her winter coat while making her rounds recently in Rutland. The Postal Service has reversed course on a plan to eliminate Saturday mail delivery.Mail will continue to come Saturdays.
The U.S. Postal Service announced Wednesday it was abandoning a plan to end Saturday mail delivery.
Pressure from Congress was cited as the reason for the change of heart. The agency's governing board made the decision in a closed meeting Tuesday.
With limited options for saving money, the board said the agency should reopen negotiations with unions to lower labor costs and consider raising mail prices.
Yet the board also said it's not possible for the Postal Service to meet its goals for reduced spending without altering the delivery schedule. Delaying "responsible changes," the board said, only makes it more likely that the Postal Service "may become a burden" to taxpayers.
Congressional reaction was mixed, mirroring differences that have stalled a needed postal overhaul for some time. Some lawmakers had urged the agency to forge ahead with its plan, while others had said it lacked the legal authority to do so.
Sen. Bernard Sanders, I-Vt., was among those welcoming the decision.
"This is good news for rural communities, businesses, seniors, veterans and others who depend on consistent and timely delivery of the mail," Sanders said Wednesday.
Sanders has argued that the Postal Service's real problem is a 2006 requirement that the agency pre-fund 75 years of retiree health benefits over a 10-year period — something no other agency does. He attributes 80 percent of the agency's debt since 2007 to that provision.
Sanders introduced a bill in February that would reverse that policy, try to give the Postal Service new ways of making money through services such as notarizing documents, and create a commission to recommend new revenue streams.
The Postal Service said in February that it planned to eliminate Saturday deliveries for everything except packages beginning in August as a way to hold down costs.
Sanders' office described objections coming from a number of sectors in Vermont, particularly from ones involving seniors.
Jim Coutts, executive director of the Franklin County Senior Center, said there was a particular concern around private pension checks. While government services have moved toward direct deposit, Coutts said private pensions still come by mail and may arrive on a Saturday.
"A lot of seniors live hand to mouth," he said. "A difference of a day or two might not mean a lot to you or I, but to a senior living on $700, $800 a month, it could determine whether they go shopping that week."
Coutts said word that the Postal Service was backing away from the proposal came as a relief.
"One of the things you get — it's probably an intrinsic value you can't put your finger on — a lot of people depend on cards and letters," he said. "Getting the mail is a big deal for seniors. Hearing from their grandchildren, people they communicate with — it's important to them."
The agency was asking Congress to drop the longtime ban on five-day-only delivery. Congress did not do that when it passed a spending measure last month.
Disappointed but not wanting to disregard the law, the board directed the Postal Service to delay putting in place the new delivery schedule until Congress passes legislation that gives the agency "the authority to implement a financially appropriate and responsible delivery schedule."
Postal officials said that to restore the service to long-term financial stability, the agency must have the flexibility to reduce costs and come up with new revenues.
"It is not possible for the Postal Service to meet significant cost-reduction goals without changing its delivery schedule; any rational analysis of our current financial condition and business options leads to this conclusion," the board's statement said.
An independent agency, the service gets no tax dollars for its day-to-day operations but is subject to congressional control.
The Postal Service already is executing a major restructuring throughout its retail, delivery and mail processing operations. Since 2006, it has reduced annual costs by approximately $15 billion, cut its workforce by 193,000 or 28 percent, and consolidated more than 200 mail processing locations.
Cutting Saturday mail was expected to save $2 billion.
President Barack Obama's budget proposal Wednesday includes the same provision as last year on the Post Service, a plan to let the agency realign its business plan to better compete in the changing marketplace.
The spending blueprint from the budget year that begins Oct. 1 includes a proposal for short-term financial relief and long-term changes at the agency that, it says, will result in more than $20 billion in savings over 10 years.
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H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty) Albums
→Disc: 1
→Unleash The Red
→All Lips Go Blue
→Love Without Tears
→I Will Be The End Of You
→Tears On Tape
→Into The Night
→Hearts At War
→Trapped In Autumn
→No Love
→Drawn & Quartered
→Lucifer's Chorale
→Kiss The Void
→Disc: 2
→Wings Of A Butterfly
→Join Me (In Death)
→The Kiss Of Dawn
→The Funeral Of Hearts
→In Venere Veritas
→Scared To Death
→Dying Song
→Disarm Me (With Your Loneliness)
→Love, The Hardest Way
→Katherine Wheel
→In The Arms Of Rain
→Ode To Solitude
→Shatter Me With Hope
→Acoustic Funeral (For Love In Limbo)
→Like St. Valentine
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→Love In Cold Blood
→Passion's Killing Floor
→The Kiss Of Dawn
→Sleepwalking Past Hope
→Dead Lover's Lane
→Songs Or Suicide
→Bleed Well
→Cyanide Sun
→The Sacrament (Disrhythm Remix)
→The Funeral Of Hearts (Acoustic Version)
→Join Me In Death (Strongroom Mix)
→Close To The Flame (Rappula Tapes)
→In Joy And Sorrow (String Version)
→It's All Tears (Drown In This Love) (Unplugged Version) (Live)
→When Love And Death Embrace (AOR Radio Mix)
→Buried Alive By Love (Deliverance Version)
→Gone With The Sin (O.D. Version)
→Salt In Our Wounds (Thulsa Doom Version)
→Please Don't Let It Go (Acoustic Version)
→One Last Time (Rockfield Madness Mix)
→For You (Unplugged Radio Live)
→The Path (P.S. Version)
→Lose You Tonight (Thulsa Doom Extended)
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my number 1 band! | Reviewer: emoangel35
------ About the album Deep Shadows & Brilliant Highlights performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
ok the the guy who wanted to stay "anonymous" no one said you had to like it, but dont say they suck just because you can never be as good as them. and none of their music could ever sound the same. also if you listen to any song it talk about love (most of the time) it's unavoidable. other than that i have yet to listen to a H.I.M. song i don't like.
awesome | Reviewer: tamara
------ About the album Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
this album changed my life i was really going through some hard shit my family wqas killed and i was left alone and i really wanted just to give up and not have to deal with anything again but a friend of mine who knows how much i loved him they got me tickets to a concert all of them in australia and bought me every single album and song and i met ville and he just said that there is alwways another day and that no matter wat that i should just keep on goin and that newver to guive up and my time will come sooner or later so i may asw well live it up now while i am still young because this was last year so i was only12 and that it was hard to live with out people like yuour family but there are people out there as good as them and they want to be there for u like wat ur family wants to be there and when i heard this album it just made think of that moment and ever since he said that i have felt better and i totally under stand wat he means and wat he is saying and akll i can do is thank hima nd to most peopl,e music is music but toi me it is everything
Beautiful | Reviewer: Kelly
------ About the album Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
The reason I love this album so much is because it is quite possibly the most heartfelt and touching album they've ever made. They have yet to disapoint me but if you want to hear their best...this is it.
Over Rated | Reviewer: Anonymous
------ About the album Deep Shadows & Brilliant Highlights performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
Sure, HIM's a pretty good band, but honestly, they're being treated like Gods and they don't deserve it. To me, all of their songs sound the same, and they're all always about the same thing.
HIM | Reviewer: Christina
------ About the album And Love Said No: The Greatest Hits 1997-2004 performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
I just love H.I.M they are the greatest scandinavian band. I'm from denmark and they are from finland. So it's not far away. I'm proud of them.
If you don't hear H.I.M you missing out of a great band of all time!!
Incomplete... | Reviewer: Anonymous
------ About the album Razorblade Romance performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
The song "Your Sweet Six Six Six" was not mentioned above.
his infernal majesty | Reviewer: Nizar
------ About the album Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
HIM is the best band ever, and what I would like to say about the band is that I am a big fan of HIM since 1999 and I really would like to thank Valo and the other member of the band of all they have been doing, and I hope that their next album will be like the first and the second one because they are the best . HIM 4ever... Nizar from Rabat.
A great albume | Reviewer: Anonymous
------ About the album Dark Light performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
Great album...all albums from HIM are great!!!HIM are the best!
BEST BAND EVER!!!!! | Reviewer: Ville-lover
------ About the album Deep Shadows & Brilliant Highlights performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
This band is nothing less than amazing, and this album goes above and beyond my expectations for them. Songs like "Salt in Our Wounds" "Heartache Every Moment" and "Pretending" make me dance whenter I want to or not, and "Love You Like I Do" makes me cry. These are songs that I just have to sing in the shower. The lyrics are great too, totally poetic. If you're depressed, you can relate. If you're in love, you can relate. And if you're depressed and in love, you'll never listen to any other band. This is the album I can't take out of my CD player.
An added bonus: a delicious picture of Ville Valo on the last page of the booklet(well, Linde, Mige, Gas and Burton are in it too, but you won't notice them). Also, you can hear Ville breathe on "Close to the Flame". Lovely.
So all I can say is, BUY THIS ALBUM!!!! Do it now, or you will regret it forever!
For all of titles | Reviewer: Starsy
------ About the album Dark Light performed by H.I.M. (His Infernal Majesty)
The album is very good and the songs on it are great.I love the songs Killing Loneliness,Vampire Heart,Behind The Crimson Door,Under The Rose and Dark light.Their lyrics and music are super!:)But the other are great,too!Thanks for this good production!:)
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This is actually around where I live! I was taking a walk, and happened to have my camera on me. I usually don't like taking pictures when it is sunny out due to harsh lighting, but I HAD to at least try and see how this one turned out.


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- Publisher: Atlus
- Release Date: Apr 29, 2009
- Summary: Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier is a unique sci-fi/fantasy RPG that takes players across a variety of worlds, ranging from an apocalyptic wasteland covered with the hulks of downed spaceships to a fantastical place of fairy tales and dark magic. Join Haken Browning: gunslinger, professional bounty hunter, and amateur ladies' man, along with his motley crew of robots, were-beasts, secret agents, and busty princesses as they delve deep into the mysteries of how their worlds came to be and face a threat that imperils the multiverse. [Atlus USA]… Expand
- Developer: Monolith Soft
- Genre(s): Console-style RPG
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
Positive: 12 out of 22
Mixed: 9 out of 22
Negative: 1 out of 22
Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier succeeds in trying something new and making it work.
Despite the strange premise, the odd combination of franchises, and the gameplay departure from the main Super Robot series, Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier manages to thoroughly strike a blow at the JRPG mold while maintaining a level of fun uncommon in RPGs.
The difficulty you can take on a case by case basis. It'll be a detraction for some and positive for others. In the sea ofRPGs on the DS, SRT does a good job standing out.
Even after performing the same attack for the hundredth time, Super Robot remains easy, and sometimes, entrancing on the eyes.
If you've played a lot of games in this genre, it's refreshing to finally find one that's willing to crack a smile. [May 2009, p.87]
If you can get past the blatant T&A talk that happens on every other line of dialog, you'll find a ton of fun battle system that the experienced gamer is going to sink their teeth in to. Everyone else is just going to see a bunch of anime and boobs and be repulsed.
So the story is so-so and the characters are a bit over-the-top, and the levels are a bit dull, and there aren't really that many "Super" robots, and the ones that are there are a bit less than super, but whatever.
Score distribution:
Positive: 3 out of 3
Mixed: 0 out of 3
Negative: 0 out of 3
DalBMay 9, 2009A very fun game for any anime fans, silly story full of sexual innuendos, but lots of humor. I'd say if you're looking for a break from the usual standard rpg, pick this up.… Expand
Nov 8, 2013The story is very interesting and the characters are charismatic.
Battles are very fun but they suffer from two problems. First, you have to keep the enemy in the air most of the time, so it's not a natural battle. It's like playing with a Second, the game seems to have suffered from low budget because you fight with the same bosses over and over. Looks like the developers were looking to cut costs and have recycled many battles. Apart of these two things, the battles are really amazing with very well made hand draw animations and mechanics.
Graphics remind of the 16 bits era, so if you play since that time you may feel nostalgic.
There's also a lot of sexual references and focus on the females' breasts.
If you're fan of JRPGs there's no doubt that you should play this game. If you can still find it on stores...… Expand
Jan 26, 2014Compelling, witty dialogue and a spectacular yet intricate battle system elevate Endless Frontier above mediocrity.
Let me briefly explain the battle system. You queue up a list of five attacks, select an enemy and hit the A button to initiate the first, which will launch the enemy skyward. When the attack animation winds down, tap A once more to begin the second queued attack move to continue juggling the enemy. The general aim is to keep the enemy in the air, as the more successive hits, the greater likelihood of landing criticals, and it prevents the enemy from prematurely ending your turn by evading.
Sounds simple, and at first it is, the draw being the incredible over-the-top animations and manoeuvres on display. Later, however, as you learn more abilities to queue, discover different enemies have different weights (thus require varying timing to successfully juggle) and become skilled with using cancels, support moves, character switching and super-charged "overdrive" skills, it'll absorb you with its depth, and still continue to wow you with its audacious sprite work and animation.
Bandai-Namco have also enlisted the talent of some smart translators, too. The sometimes lengthy dialogue sections are never rendered dull thanks to charming, funny writing that lends real colour to your party and the people they meet (and invariably fight) along their journey.
The other major facets of the game bring it down a little; travelling holds little of interest and looks damn ugly, too. Towns are dotted among the landscape, but they consist of a static background and a menu that allows you to select the shop or the inn.
Its good that these components take up the minority of your time with the game, then, as Endless Frontier's highs are so very soaring. I'd recommend this to anyone with a DS, JRPG fan or not.… Expand


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Centerpoint Energy came off of TU report finally! Nice increase for me and TU WUZ my lowest score, not anymore! This was a new account that showed up in February, I paid it off after it went to collections but I GW letter and it immediately came off EX & EQ but TU was taking forever so i sent them a Dispute via mail with my letter from OC saying I owed no balance & they were deleting from all 3 CRA's.
600's here I come!
Congratulations, it gives me hope!
Awesome! How old was your account?
I just had 3 accounts deleted and my score went down, so I am glad you are seeing an increase!
05-14-2011 07:06 PM - edited 05-14-2011 07:30 PM
It wasnt very old (2011) so that could be the reason for the nice increase. I did use the simulator and it predicted an increase. On another account I have that I can have removed becuase I dont think its mine, well the simultor showed I'd get a decrease in points so I've just left it alone for now. But I think that has to do with the age of the account, it was opened in 2004 and if I delete it then it changes my credit age average or whatever that's called.
I use a simulator before deleting any accounts, but if its a collection I'd like to get those removed unless they are about to fall off.
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