The Ritz-Carlton: The city’s largest dine-in wine cellar (pictured above) also happens to be one of the most opulent rooms in town. Access is gained by passing through the main kitchen.
Bar Les Frères: Few people know that Bar Les Frères’ beautiful auxiliary space, dubbed the Chartreuse Room, can be rented out for a private dinner or cocktail party.
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The Four Seasons: The lavish hotel boasts a range of private dining options: the VIP Table in the kitchen, the Gaja Wine Room just off the kitchen, even the Presidential Suite when vacant.
Frank Papa’s Ristorante: The lower-level wine cellar seats 20 and holds more magnums than a Clint Eastwood movie. An adjacent room accommodates an additional 30.
Nathalie’s: One second after the elevator opens to the wine room in Nathalie’s rathskeller, a neophyte will say, “Oh, wow!” The mural on the domed ceiling gets them every time.
scape: Want a memorable experience beyond the patio? Descend a flight of stairs to discover the dramatic chef’s table and super-private glassed-walled wine room.