Gabriel Kreuther
My final birthday celebration was a solo lunch at Gabriel Kreuther. Located right off Bryant Park on 42nd Street this restaurant is like a hidden oasis of calm and beauty right in the middle of busy Midtown East. Long wooden beams surround the main dining area with a bright platinum ceiling and luxurious ivory banquettes dotting the floor. The menu is described as Alsatian inspired cuisine and lunch offers a two course prix fixe for $58 with the option of additional savory courses at $29 a plate. My meal began with a classic Austrian Kugelhof; a springy sponge like cake flecked with raisins and citrus. I'm not a huge bread person but this was incredible. I loved the light fluffy texture of the dough and the creamy chive butter that arrived alongside could make just about any dish a five star experience. Four small amuse bouche followed including a creamy corn chowder croquette, a crispy scallop chip and green tea black pepper ge...