Everest 440 S La Salle St Fl 40  Chicago, IL 60605-1028  Phone: (312) 663-8920 The Scene Jean Joho's plush, classically French restaurant Everest positively oozes the good life, from the polished gold railings to the abstract bronze centerpieces on each table. The carpeted room features high, draped ceilings, mirrored walls and a breathtaking vista of the city. Friendly, tuxedo-clad waiters provide unobtrusive service to a conservative, moneyed crowd.  The Food  One of the world's most honored chefs, Jean Joho prepares traditional French cuisine that's haute and hearty. The $79 dégustation menu delivers a sumptuous, seven-course tour of the chef's breathtaking skills, from buttery, sinful roasted lobster to flaky sea bass on celery root. The a la carte menu offers several Everest signature dishes; among these, the creamy carnaroli risotto (topped with 24-karat gold leaf) and tender poached tenderloin of beef are not to be missed. For dessert, the fabulous "fantasy of chocolate" lives up to its name, with five different creations nestled together on one amazing plate.