Hasung Lee, known as the Culinary Monster, opens his first restaurant, Oyatte, in Murray Hill. The 33-seat venue features an eight-course tasting menu priced at $210, with a wine pairing option. The restaurant's design aims to create a cozy, cabin-like atmosphere, utilizing wood from Crown Daisy Farms. Lee's culinary background includes experience at the French Laundry and Atomix, influencing the restaurant's luxurious offerings. Oyatte's name reflects a blend of cultural influences, appealing to both Asian and French sensibilities.
""When I was at the French Laundry, I asked my friends what they thought of the name Oyatte. They said it sounded like an Asian restaurant. I asked my Korean friends and they said it sounded like a French restaurant. Perfect, I thought.""
""I wanted the guest to feel like they were in a cabin upstate. I want them to feel as if they're invited to my home, but I live in Queens. This is too fancy for me.""
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