Pasted below is my review of Atelier Crenn – the new ground-breaking French restaurant from acclaimed chef, Dominique Crenn. Crenn really is an artist with a canvas, only instead of a canvas she delicately adds color to a plate. For the original article on SF Station’s YUM blog click this LINK.
Walking down Fillmore St, you could easily miss the nondescript space occupied by newcomer Atelier Crenn, from Michelin star chef Dominique Crenn. Natural-colored curtains keep the dining area hidden, providing patrons a bit of privacy and tempting outsiders with subtle mystery. Enter and you immediately notice the minimialist décor. While some patrons criticize the space for being stark and cold, I find the combination of a bamboo wood ceiling, low, cream-colored banquettes, and antique light bulbs to be soft and tastefully decorated. (more…)
