d|bar AT THE FOUR SEASONS
The Vibe: See and be seen amidst the Yorkville crowd, so bring out your designer threads. With wood-paneled walls, plush grey seating, wrap-around windows and high ceilings, the setting is modern and spacious. As the main floor restaurant at the newly opened Four Seasons Hotel, this is a favourite destination for A-listers, who flock here for the attentive, discreet service.
Who Would Go: Jennifer Aniston, Kate Bosworth, Al Pacino
What to Order: With a menu designed by famed chef Daniel Boulud, expect to dine on soulful dishes done in a contemporary style. Start with a movie-themed artisanal cocktail like The King’s Speech ($18), which features peach vodka, pistachio syrup, lemon juice and barrel-aged bitters. Order a sampling of dishes to share, like the Cheese Board ($28), Chickpea & Eggplant dips ($17) and Crispy Artichokes ($15). Make friends with your sweet tooth and finish with a plate of freshly baked madeleines.
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—Nancy Gray