Fiamma Osteria: The owners of Blue Fin and Blue Water Grill maintain their customary clean-cut, stylish appearance at this SoHo locale, but strike a reverse chord with a warmer twist—quite literally if you know your Italian. Aesthetically alluring and ringing a more la familia tone than the aqua-inspired NYC spots, Fiamma’s wooden framed paintings and celery-colored cushioned wall provides a comfortable atmosphere that still manages a twinge of swagger. Each level (oh yes, there are multiple) has its own deftly tailored design whether it be the classic, timeless quality of the first floor, or the urban loft appeal of the wine bar, which, by the way, boasts over 500 bottles. And how does one descend from the top? Simply take the sexy and unabashed glass elevator, which will deliver you back down to earth. |
