Chef Bradford Shovlin, who came from the Michelin-starred North Pond, led the kitchen when it opened; more recent coverage credits Executive Chef Matthew Cappellini with the current new-American lineup, running from a signature burger to lobster rolls to a chicken-and-pearl-sugar-waffle dish that reads like brunch showing off. The cocktail program draws on Hyde Park's own science and arts history for its drink concepts rather than generic hotel-bar names.
In colder months, "The Sanctuary" patio adds heated seating and a private igloo setup for small groups -- a genuinely rare amenity for a neighborhood restaurant. Weekend brunch brings live jam sessions, and happy hour discounts stick strictly to drinks.
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