Buddakan

The spirit of Buddakan is found in a dialogue and juxtaposition between a raw New York loft, Louis XVI grandeur and elements of Chinoiserie.<br><br><br><br>(via Zagat) The "jaw-dropping" theatrical setting sets a "splashy" tone at Stephen Starr's "cavernous" Chelsea showpiece where "beautiful people" nibble on "fabulous" Asian plates delivered by a "personable" team; predictably, "prices are high", the noise level "thunderous" and the excess "glorious."<br><br><br><br>(via OpenTable) The surreal atmosphere of this awe-inspiring restaurant in the Meatpacking district of Manhattan combines the serenity of Asia with the flamboyance of 16th century Paris. The menu features fanciful interpretations of Chinese dishes and delights even the most discriminating palates.