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In the heart of midtown Manhattan, just beyond the wrought iron courtyard gates of The New York Palace Hotel’s historic Villard Mansion lies New York’s golden treasure, Gilt.

Featuring an extraordinary wine list with great vintages of the world and an innovative New American menu by acclaimed chef Christopher Lee. Gilt’s intimate 52 seat dining room offers three and five course pre-fixe menus, in addition to a grand seven course tasting menu. Gilt Bar provides a vibrant atmosphere to enjoy a signature cocktail or lighter fare from Chef Lee’s eclectic lounge menu.

Just as Gilt’s design combines the opulent past with the best of what’s to come, so too does the cuisine.

The sense of history is apparent in Executive Chef Christopher Lee’s New American cuisine. Chef Lee manages to sketch within the parameter of the classics, to stretch familiarity with just enough comfort to create completely new ideas within recognizable boundaries. The culinary adventure builds from cold to hot appetizers, light to hearty entrees, fish to meat. The flavors are rich, yet the preparations are superbly clean, leaving diners with a light feeling. In addition, Gilt’s extensive wine offering serves to highlight Chef Lee’s menu and create a truly memorable culinary experience.