Cuisine:

• Others
• Southern
• Italian
• Contemporary

Proof on Main Description:
Chef Michael Paley uses Kentucky regional ingredients in his Italian-inspired menus at this restaurant housed in the 21C Museum Hotel. And because he needs to feed hotel guests, the creativity starts at breakfast. Where else could you possibly find a cheddar-scallion biscuit dressed with bison sausage gravy? Typical dinner offerings include scallops with caramelized spaghetti squash, a double-cut lamb T-bone accompanied by eggplant caponata and slow-cooked pork shank served with grits and citrus herb gremolata. Paley's inspirations are served in an almost disconcerting, contemporary dining room often decorated with provocative art from living photographers, painters and sculptors. There are mirrors everywhere, enabling guests to keep an eye on other patrons' reactions to the artwork. If you aren't in the mood for a full dinner, find a couch in the very trendy bar next door to the dining room. Relax and order a bourbon flight accompanied by little dishes from the bar menu. These might include a sampling of cheeses and cured meats, chickpea and country ham fritters, or the house-made pâté tasting.


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