The Carlyle’s revamped restaurant reopens with never-before-seen Ludwig Bemelmans artworks and a menu filled with New York favourites and American classics from another era

Newly appointed Executive Chef Sylvain Delpique (formerly of 21 Club) has created a menu that features his interpretations of timeless New York favorites and throwback dishes from another era - in the restaurant named for Robert Whittle Dowling, former owner of The Carlyle. Expect throwbacks to the 1930s such as steak Diane theatrically prepared tableside and tuna tartare with whipped crème fraîche. 

This Upper East Side spot tucked inside the institution that is the Carlyle Hotel will channel a throwback 1940s New York vibe. The dining room’s black and white design evokes the ‘30’s and 40’s with printed leather table tops inspired by old New Yorker sketches.

Favorite Room

The tinkle of the piano echoes throughout the lobby and masterpiece murals by Ludwig Bemelmans frame the walls in the legendary Bemelmans Bar. Famous for its martinis and Jackie Kennedy’s signature champagne cocktail, there’s also live music nightly from 5.30pm.

Signature Dishes

Steak Diane theatrically prepared table-side; tuna tartare with whipped crème fraîche; truffle chicken with a perigord sauce and house-made waffle fries and the signature Carlyle burger with house-made brioche.

Highlights

The stylish and intimate dining room exudes the glamour and charm of the 1930’s and 40’s and is adorned by over 200 pieces of artwork. The collection includes commissions from modern day New York based artists to historic artwork from the hotel’s archives, highlighted by newly acquired Ludwig Bemelmans original paintings and illustrations.