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The 2nd floor of the ultra luxurious The Setai Condominium located in the middle of the Financial District is home to Michelin star restaurant, SHO Shaun Hergatt, named after the Executive Chef/Owner Shaun Hergatt. In 2009 it was one of the most ambitious restaurants daring to open during the height of the recession. This fine dining establishment caters to the Wall Street elite “Gordon Gekko” types which justifies the “greed is good” description of the restaurant’s atmosphere by Sam Sifton of the NY Times.
SHO Shaun Hergatt’s luxurious lobby sets the tone and anticipation for what’s to come. The elevator door opens on the 2nd floor to a space with dimly lit red lights. Immediately guests are greeted by the hostess’ table with the restaurant’s “O” shaped logo hanging above. Guests are first ushered into “The Pearl Room” lounge/waiting area of this multi room restaurant. The Asian aesthetics of the space is fused with a sleek modern design. A long glassy black colored bar with dark wooden walls display top of the line liquors. Cozy sofas are available throughout the room for lounging while sipping pre-dinner drinks. The Pearl Room is also ideal for a casual dining since the main dining rooms enforce a dress code.
In order to get to the main dining room guests must pass through a hallway with a glass enclosed wine rack that also serves as a wall. There are 2 main dining rooms where a wall of vertical slatted wood serves as a separator between the rooms. There is another lounge in the main dining room that is equipped with its own bar and can be closed off. The ambiance in the dining rooms is modern elegant and luxurious with red velvet walls and wooden floors, while Asian accent are seen throughout. A serene dining atmosphere is provided with the white linen covered tables, dark brown leather seats and soft lighting – lights hang over the table perfectly allowing guests to admire the Zen-like precision of the chef’s the dishes. An open kitchen enclosed in floor to ceiling glass walls is showcased in the dining room where guests can witness Chef Hergatt directing his crew like a maestro conducting his orchestra.
Chef Hergatt’s technique, attention to detail and use of Asian ingredients blended with luxurious food elements is gastronomic beauty. I’ve been to SHO Shaun Hergatt several times, for drinks and dinner. At dinnertime the restaurant only serves a $75 three course prix-fix menu (it also offers a six course tasting menu for $125), but it’s more like a six course meal once amouse-bouche and a pre-dessert dish are added. I’ve tasted several dishes here, among the appetizers: the 64 Knoll Krest Egg with Santa Barbara Sea Urchin and the Gold Leaf and White Asparagus Panna Cotta with Kaviari Caviar and Chilled Green Asparagus Emulsion. Both were very delicious, the caviar tastes very good with white asparagus. For entrée I’ve had the Crispy Scaled Amadai with Edamame, Scallion Oil and Cilantro flower and Sous Vide Veal Tenderloin made with Grilled Burdock, Hon Semiji. Both dishes were great but the sous vide veal, which was cooked to perfection, stood out. The veal was tender and juicy, every bite was amazing. I’m not a huge red meat eater, but this dish was so delicious. The desserts were as good as the rest of the meal. The restaurant has a great wine list that goes well with every dish. In house concoctions are also great, especially the Blooodhound.
I’ve always had a great experience at SHO Shaun Hergatt, whether I was there for dinner or just drinks, the service is consistent. The bartenders are always engaging and the servers and hostess are very pleasant and accommodating. One of my colleagues stated that this restaurant can be intimidating with all the power players from Wall St., but the staff and the service creates a welcoming atmosphere for all guests.
Overall, SHO Shaun Hergatt is a magnificent restaurant and I highly recommend it. The restaurant is well deserving of a Michelin Star and it’s other accolades received (Esquire Magazine 2009 best New Restaurant and a 2 star rating from the NY Times to name a few.) Make a reservation and you won’t be disappointed by the way request the table next to open kitchen for a great dining experience.
SHO Shaun Hergatt
40 Broad St
New York, NY 10004
(212) 809-3993
Official Site
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