House Of The Red Pearl

A sexy hidden gem, House Of The Red Pearl is Jean-Georges Vongerichten's opulent take on Chinese fine dining. The eatery can be found behind a curtain at the rear of Mercantile East, a gourmet Asian food boutique. Look for the lit-up fan and slip in to find a well-appointed oasis channeling vintage China by way of a 1960s James Bond film. There's sumptuous gold-on-red Chinoiserie wallpaper, velvet-upholstered banquettes, and a canopy of hanging lanterns. From the open kitchen, you can order up a procession of contemporary plates sure to add some sizzle to your evening. 

House Of The Red Pearl, 96 South St.

[Photo courtesy House of the Red Pearl]

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