LOCATIONTucked away on a quiet block on 12th Street in Greenwich Village, a few blocks away from Union Square.
DETAILSThe lofty space boasts a melange of white linen-draped tables with banquette seating and smart leather-clad chairs. Fabric chandeliers billow beneath soaring ceilings washing the room in a golden glow. There is a long granite top-bar towards one end of the restaurant, and a famed collection of artworks adorn the white-washed walls, providing diners with an insight into the rich history of New York City. The space is enlivened by large, colourful floral bouquets and a flurry of activity from waiters who swank between the looming columns of the dining room.
FOOD & BEVERAGEThe sophisticated cuisine at Gotham Bar & Grill is a testament to Chef Alfred Portales persistent creativity and fierce devotion to seasonality, which has allowed him to fashion a modern American menu that serves up a mix of much-loved classics, and ‘of-the-moment’ creations. Start with an original dish of yellowfin tuna tartare with Japanese cucumber, shiso leaf and sweet miso ginger vinaigrette that hums with flavour. Another appetizer of cold-smoked Tasmanian sea trout, served with tender baby fennel, celery hearts, Meyer lemon for acidity and tiny pumpernickel croutons for texture against the firm slickness of the fish, is a popular choice. Main-courses are equally sumptuous with the likes of whole-roasted Maine lobster accompanied by beluga lentils, cauliflower, golden raisins and grilled eggplant nestled into a curry butter emulsion. The roasted muscovy duck with poached seckel pears and foie gras wine vinegar reduction is unfettered in its flavour, along with the dry-aged New York steak with marrow mustard custard and vidalia onion rings in bordelaise sauce. The 30-odd page wine list with its rare collection of vintages and boutique drops from the famed Gothom cellar is rather overwhelming. Opt for the help of a skilled sommelier who will help you navigate its deep claret waters.
FUNCTIONS With its soaring ceilings and garden windows, Gotham is a grand setting for corporate or private functions. The restaurant can accommodate 140 guests for lunch and dinner functions and 175 for cocktails. There is also space for private parties with tables of 9 to 30 guests. 3- or 4-course individualized menus can be fashioned for such occasions.