Catalan Food & Wine

The Scene
The duo behind Ibiza carry over creative menu pairings and accessible wines to Catalan. Dark cherry woods and stained cement enliven the mod dining room while hand-painted glass designs and chandeliers hang from the ceiling, adding a touch of whimsy. An occasional roaring flash of flames draws attention to the bustling open kitchen along the back wall. A brick wall and ceiling, in-set with hundreds of wine bottles creates a cozy and romantic alcove on the side farthest from the entrance.

The Food
With a menu inspired by Spain's Catalonia region, expect Chef Chris Shepherd to provide Spanish-based cuisine with a modern touch, in both small and large plates. Top choices include crisp pork belly with cane syrup, foie gras bonbons and braised lamb stuffed with peppers. Soups (available in shots), salads, inventive seafood entrees and pressed sandwiches round out the menu. For dessert, try the peanut butter and chocolate crisps served with vanilla ice cream.