~QUINCE~ is closing temporarily from July 25th until September 19th for renovations. The new space, which is being designed by Douglas Durkin, will increase the comfort of the restaurant, with a new entrance, custom lighting, and additional exposed brick. The warmth of the space will also be enhanced with new, curved leather banquettes and arched openings throughout.
In addition to these decorative changes, there will also be some new spaces within the restaurant. Two seats will be added to the chef’s counter, offering more opportunities for diners to watch the action in the kitchen. There will also be two more private dining rooms, each with seating for 12, in addition to the existing room for 18. A new private dining room, the Octavia Room, can be reserved for up to 12 people in the kitchen at the neighboring Cotogna as well.
Perhaps the most fabulous (and definitely bubbliest) addition is the new Champagne bar and lounge. It will be situated at the entrance to the restaurant, and will encourage walk-ins. At the bar, you’ll find cocktails, wine, and, of course, lots of Champagne, much of it available by the glass (selected by wine director Jai Wilson). As for food at the bar, there will be à la carte dishes from the main dining room’s tasting menus, as well as special daily appetizers.
During the renovation, the Quince team will be popping up at the nearby Hedge Gallery. Stand by for more details on those dates and tickets next week.
There’s about to be even more bubbly at Quince. Photo from Facebook.
