When it comes to defining HOTELS’ 2015 Great Hotel Restaurants, what stands out most is a lack of definition.
Of course, this year’s honorees share the expected commonalities such as menus featuring the highest-quality ingredients, striking design details and service that goes above and beyond expectations. Yet in terms of specifics, the latest crop of outstanding F&B destinations serve everything from simply grilled local seafood to authentic Thai cuisine to incomparable sushi. Their spaces range from buildings filled with history to rooms that highlight the great outdoors, and while some exude a formal vibe, others take pride in their relaxed ambiance.
Whatever the details, it is important to note that all this year’s winners have accomplished an impressive feat. “In a hugely competitive environment, with loads of excellent independent restaurants, it is not easy to do a successful hotel restaurant,” notes MPS Puri, chief executive of Nira Hotels & Resorts and one of this year’s judges.
For complete coverage of the 2015 Great Hotel Restaurants, please check out the September print edition of HOTELS. The web-only gallery below showcases some of the winners’ signature dishes.
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