Henley

"The Rabbit Hole at Henley is way beyond first-date territory. This private MIdtown dinner experience is for a big anniversary, popping the question, or clawing your way out of a particularly thorny dog house. That’s because there’s no flashy kitchen window, long-crowded bar, or chatter to distract you from the person sitting in front of you. It’s you, your date, and a low-lit, sexy table for two hidden behind a bookcase in Henley’s main dining room. The chef here will handle all food decisions for the night, winding you through a multi-course meal that might include milk-poached pork tenderloin, toro with butterbean miso, or butterscotch tobacco creme brulee. The whole Alice in Wonderland “rabbit hole” theme is carried through in the decor and plates—they look ripped right off the Mad Hatter’s table. Regardless of the menu, it’s going to be a really special night." - Jackie Gutierrez-Jones

"Tucked inside the ground floor of the Kimpton Aertson in Midtown, Henley is a French and Southern-influenced showcase of Chopped champion chef Kristin Beringson’s culinary work. The wonderland-inspired restaurant has a secret — a chef’s table in the kitchen accessible through a hidden bookcase. The multi-course experience includes a completely custom menu, starting at $180 per person sans tax and gratuity (you can add a custom drink pairing for $85)." - Kellie Walton, Bailee Mulder

"The sleek bistro inside Midtown’s Kimpton Aertson will host a Christmas Day buffet complete with a carving station priced at $70 for adults and $35 for kids. Highlights include rosemary and garlic-roasted leg of lamb, brown sugar and bourbon-glazed ham, various classic sides, and traditional desserts like puppy chow, cookies, and cakes. Book your seating from noon to 5 p.m. here." - Kellie Walton

"Since taking the helm as executive chef of the Kimpton Aertson Hotel and its brasserie and standout bar in 2021, Chopped champion Kristin Beringson has made the Southern-leaning seasonal menu her own, churning out stellar plates featuring ingredients from the Nashville region. Favorites include biscuit beignets, country fried oysters, and the Westholme brisket with gnocchi and brussels." - Kellie Walton, Eater Staff

"A once-in-a-lifetime experience awaits those mad enough to fall down the Rabbit Hole."