Originally Posted by
Schwann
I'm guessing going forwards this place will attract a certain crowd (not including
lost_in_translation above who went for FT research purposes!) who don't really care about the price, they just need to be seen there and put the photos on IG.
Frankly I couldn't think of anything worse.
I am mostly worried about what I get for the money I pay. I don't mind a 450 USD menu if there is some substance to it. I don't mind paying for Sushi Saito, I do actually mind the rushed feeling of eating Sukiyabashi Jiro, so I don't feel I get an experience worth the price.
Honestly I might try the LV lounge, some level of curiosity, the chef should really be able to create something special. But so far it seems that appearance seems to take precedent over content. The smoky and salty from above just seem to fall short of the potential.