Clean, spare, and somewhat elegant (for the meatpacking district), Arium opened in February and is a café, tea salon, art gallery, and performance space inspired by traditional European salons. The white, columned loftlike interior features antique-style furniture, smooth wooden floors, and a rebuilt Steinway B piano. Arium seats 35, has a large wine and tea selection, serves tea service and light lunch fare (made with mostly organic ingredients) from executive chef Richard Guier, and will host art exhibits, recitals, and readings. —Anna Sekula
Posted 03.23.06
Photo: Tom Powell Imaging
Posted 03.23.06
Photo: Tom Powell Imaging
