The mission statement that preceded one of my meals at Distilled (“We are an American public house”) was slightly coy about the restaurant’s ambitions. Yes, there are wings, onion rings and ribs, but they are elevated by unexpected spices and technical flourishes, like a tousle of dehydrated and shaved bacon on a B.L.T. The space is blandly handsome, with dark woods and breathless ceilings....
A Momofuku Noodle Bar vet mans the burners at this self-styled TriBeCa ‘public house' where the upscale takes on American comfort faves are matched with creative cocktails as well as NY-made meads; set in a landmark building, it boasts floor-to-ceiling windows and an open kitchen with a chef's counter where you can take in the action.
“Public House” revival from Shane Lyons and Nick Iovacchini. Round iron chandeliers light a space short on needless frills. Hearty dishes like country fried duck on waffles with Serrano maple syrup and glazed pork ribs with watermelon salad add Southern charm. Come dessert, apple pie soda floats and s’mores keep with the theme. Ten house cocktails and a proper list of local meads. Drink up.