The Art Gallery of Ontario's new restaurant, set to open along with the rest of the gallery on November 14, will be named Frank in honour of renowned architect Frank Gehry, the man behind the gallery's transformation. "I think Frank is a great name for the new restaurant at the A.G.O.," says executive chef Anne Yarymowich. "While it references our architect, Frank Gehry, it also identifies with a work of art by Frank Stella which will be on display in the space. Most importantly, it speaks to the concept of the restaurant. Our honest and direct cuisine is presented in a warm and inviting room, offering contemporary dining without pretension."
The space, designed by Gehry, will be accessed from Dundas Street, allowing for brunch, lunch, and dinner service outside of gallery hours. The restaurant, which holds 130, will feature modern Danish furnishings and original works of art from the A.G.O.'s collection. The space is one of four food and beverage areas in the new A.G.O. Other venues include an espresso bar, Café AGO, and the Norma Ridley Member's Lounge in Baillie Court, an event space that can accommodate as many as 450 guests. Frank will be open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Friday and for brunch on weekends. The restaurant will be closed on Mondays.
