Marea

Marea Restaurant Review:

Part of Altamarea's restaurant empire, this spot on the southeast corner of Central Park is satisfying on many levels. They tossed their line in the water at seafood-oriented Marea, and caught the big one. A meal might best be enjoyed with someone who has a healthy expense account, but it’s worth it; at times Marea’s menu is transcendent. Throw back the caviar and hard-to-find raw fish amid the crudos and dive into the Italian-accented seafood pastas: octopus-and-bone-marrow-laced fusilli is a meal in itself. Main courses might range from grilled swordfish with braised cabbage and green apples to roasted duck breast with a chestnut ragù, baby turnips and dried cherry. The wine list is extensive and offers some affordable selections. Desserts include lemon meringue and huckleberry-mint panna cotta.