Feel Like You’re On Top of the World at the New R2L Restaurant and Lounge
Written By, Erica Brooke Fajge
PHILADELPHIA, USA [OnlyInPhiladelphia.com] – My mouth dropped open when I first stepped foot into R2L Restaurant and Lounge on the 37th floor of 2 Liberty Place in Rittenhouse Square. 360 degree panoramic views of Center City can be seen from this new establishment that opened last fall from restaurateur/chef Daniel Stern.
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Upon stepping foot into the 2 Liberty Place building, I passed a variety of fine, modern art on the walls that led to the elevator. There, I ascended to the 37th floor, where, in addition to the amazing views, I found more of an art deco décor. Booths were designed with animal print fabric, which just added to the trendy, yet elegant, feel.
The food is traditionally American but with a kick, hence the “Creative American Cuisine” you will find on the menu. During my visit, I did not eat from the dinner menu, but rather enjoyed a glass of red wine (that matched the red booth upon that which I was sitting), along with a couple of appetizers: the macaroni and cheese, which consisted of several thick, rounded macaronis that were absolutely delicious, and the grilled truffle flatbread, which was also a hit, with its herbs and spices and parmesan flavoring.
When you first walk into the restaurant, you will find the Liberty Bar and Lounge, perfect for happy hour or engaging in intimate conversation over some cocktails and appetizers. There is a special after-hours Bar2L menu with light snacks, beer, cocktails, and wines by the glass.
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The rest of the restaurant, further down on the left, is the dining salon for sit-down dinner. Private dining is also available with the Pinnacle Room and three private boardrooms. The dinner menu features a variety of soups and salads, appetizers, a chilled, hot, and raw bar, and simply prepared main entrees, including New York strip steak, roasted chicken, lobster, and crab cakes. Specialty dishes include options such as pasta primavera and salmon with onions, barley, walnuts, and lemon and can be complemented with a number of side dishes, namely sautéed broccoli and roasted asparagus and mushroom and asparagus aoli.
R2L is certainly a dining experience in Philadelphia not to be missed.
For more details, visit www.r2lrestaurant.com, or call 215-564-5337 for a reservation.
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