News from John DeLucie’s camp: Charles, the clubby West Village spot he consulted on with head chef John McAllister, will open tonight (tonight), presumably with one very fashionable Halloween party (you’ll remember the owners, a designer and a promoter, are aiming for exclusivity). Thanks to a Waverly Inn–like no-photography rule and a complete and total lack of reservation line (talk to the hand, people), it may be a while before you get to set foot in the place. But you're welcome to try your luck with reservations@restaurantcharles.com. Or just look at the menu and eat your heart out.
First Course
Yukon Gold & Celeriac Soup, Roasted Hazelnuts & Cinnamon Oil - $10
Smoked Trout, Green Apples, Fennel & Black Pepper Crème Fraiche - $14
Coriander Seared Tuna, Caper, Olive & Tomato Confit - $17
Potato Gnocchi, Squash, Spinach & Pecorino Romano - $16
Red Endive, Watercress, Dolce Gorgonzola, Sicilian Pistachios & Pear - $12
Grilled Octopus, Blood Orange, Fennel, Olives & Chilies - $15
Grilled Lamb Skewers, Roasted Garlic & Mint Yogurt - $16, $25
Second Course
Braised Short Rib of Beef, Swiss Chard, Golden Raisin & Pine Nuts - $26
Grilled Herb Stuffed Whole Branzino, Broccoli Rabe & Lemon - $29
Seared Duck Breast, Roasted Grapes & Escarole - $29
Pan Roasted Chicken Charred Peppers, Marcona Almonds & Arugula - $25
Seared Diver Scallops & Prawns, Fingerling Potatoes & Saffron Sauce - $29
Charles Burger, Gruyere, Roasted Cipolini Onions & Hand Cut Pommes Frites - $20
Pan Roasted Cod Fillet, Poached San Marizano Tomatoes & Cerignola Olives - $25
Grilled Lamb Rack, Caponata & Pomegranate - $35
Cast Iron New York Strip Steak, Roasted Tomatoes & Watercress - $39
Side Dishes - $8
Yukon Gold Potato Puree, Caramelized Onions & Roasted Hazelnuts
Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Smoked Paprika & Herbs
White Polenta, Aged Goat Cheese
Roasted Mushrooms, Squash, Pancetta & Sage
Earlier: John DeLucie Introduces Us to Charles
