Restaurant Week at The Clocktower
NYC Restaurant week began on Monday so I stopped into The Clocktower for a relaxing solo lunch. Located on the 2nd floor of the New York Edition, this sprawling spot definitely aims to impress with a sleek billiards room up front, a circular bar made of 24 K gold and three dining rooms decked out in burgundy cushioned seats and a roaring fireplace. Sometimes I restrain myself from the bread service when dining solo, but I dove into this delicious sourdough headfirst, served with a creamy whipped butter studded with sea salt. For my appetizer a thick, Butternut Squash soup dotted with pumpkin seeds, orange and a rich dill crème fraîche. Pan Roasted Cod with cauliflower and pickled romanesco. The fish was cooked excellent, with a crispy caramelized top and a tender interior complemented by a delicious drizzle of lime and verjus sauce. My lunch at The Clocktower was fantastic. I find most restaurant week menus keep things too simple, but each dish here ...