The restaurant is under the direction of Daniel Humm of Eleven Madison Park fame. It spans multiple rooms, each with a distinctive ambiance and decor. The atrium, parlor, bar, fireplace, library and rooftop.
We were seated far back in the fireplace room. Cozy and intimate, still feeling a bit informal and comfortable.
The menu is divided into snacks, appetizers and entrees. We ordered a series of appetizers to share and entrees. The appetizers included Fluke marinated with sorrel, amaranth & royal trumpet mushrooms; Tagliatelle with king crab, meyer lemon and black pepper; Foie Gras torchon with strawberry, rhubarb & black pepper; Egg poached with asparagus, brown butter and quinoa.
For our entrees we split the suckling pig confit with cherries, arugula & bacon marmalade; roasted duck and the whole-roasted chicken for two with foie gras, black truffle and brioche.
They presented the chicken at the table and took it back to the chicken to be carved. It came out served with the dark meat mixed with truffle and the white meat with that gorgeous, crispy skin. Out of this world.
Overall, what a fantastic surprise. I didn't expect it to be that great - - good, yes. But this far exceeded expectations. I recommend going back. It's a fun vibe inside with a solid wine list. Good for groups or for an intimate experience.
Micheline: One star
Jenn's Rating: 93
Zagat: 26-27-25
