Dining 51 Floors Up: ICD Brookfield Place Welcomes Il Gattopardo And Bar des Prés
At the same address, yet worlds apart in cuisine, the Italian Riveria meets Franco-Japanese fusion
The distinct culinary powerhouses, Il Gattopardo and Bar des Prés, offers two sophisticated dining escapes. Aside from sharing the same address, their unique aesthetics – mastered by Lázaro Rosa-Violán – and their opposing cuisines, create both a dynamic and repeatable experience.
Transporting guests straight to the Italian Riviera, Il Gattopardo embodies Milanese elegance and Venetian charm. With a reimagined menu, Chef Massimo Pasquarelli celebrates authentic regional flavours, transforming the restaurant into a love letter to Italy’s golden era. As the day unfolds, the atmosphere shifts seamlessly – from weekday business lunches to Saturday’s Il Pranzo experience. Highlights include the signature raviolo all’uovo with black truffle, a live crudo bar, and a live DJ set to create a leisurely weekend lunch that blends timeless Italian cuisine with a modern, vibrant ambiance.
As evening descends, Il Gattapardo captures the quintessential charm of la dolce vita, where the Italian tradition of L’Aperitivo invites guests to indulge in classic cocktails alongside a curation of complimentary bites.
Bar des Prés boasts coloured marble tables, peacock-embroidered fabrics, and bamboo accents; an ode to the Franco-Japanese precision intertwined with Parisian and East Asian influences. Conceived by the celebrated Chef Cyril Lignac, the award-winning aesthetic serves as both an elegant and unforgettable space .
At the heart of the dining room, guests can enjoy an intimate front-row seat to the sushi counter, where delicate artistry and inventive fusions come to life. Innovation resonates throughout the menu, from the weekday business lunch – where crispy rice with salmon and tuna tartare, alongside slow-cooked veal seasoned with spices and tahini, showcase some of the restaurant’s signature pairings.
Seeking the comforting warmth of Italian tradition alongside sophisticated Franco-Japanese innovation, the 51st floor of ICD Brookfield Place embraces two meticulously curated culinary experiences, each elevated with exeptional attention to detail and refined luxury.
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