Fodor's Expert Review Carson Kitchen
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Downtown
American
The late rock-and-roll chef Kerry Simon brought his fun, contemporary cuisine to this restored hotel in the Downtown redevelopment district, and his legacy continues. It's small and kind of rustic, with an airy (and kitschy) patio out back and one on the roof. Inside you'll find an open kitchen with counter seating for such dishes as crispy chicken skins with smoked honey, bacon jam with baked Brie, or cocoa-espresso New York steak.
Quick Facts
Known For:
- Seasonal—and surprising—cuisine
- Counter seating with a view of kitchen
- Rooftop patio