Otom

A “molecular tasting room,” dining at moto is like taking part in an ongoing multi-sensory science experiment. Cantu’s post-modern cuisine applies science to cuisine artistically, utilizing high-tech equipment such as Class IV lasers and liquid nitrogen with eclectic ingredients from around the world. The moto kitchen serves as a laboratory and a canvas for Cantu and his team, an incubation...

A vibrant orange interior and fruit burst-toned drapes brighten the room at Homaro Cantu's casual cousin to Moto. Yes, that's right, its name is Moto spelled backwards, but that's about all they have in common. Whereas Moto specializes in scientifically engineered suppers, Otom delivers piping-hot dishes of comfort food. It comes with a twist, of course, like the mac n' cheese lasagna with...

Described as the counter point of its sister restaurant Moto , Otom is indeed refreshingly different. Once inside, the atmosphere is cozy and cheerful, with a low light lounge/bar area decorated in grays and oranges, and a formal, white linen dining area. Rather than serving the high-tech avant-garde cuisine found at Moto (you won't be able to eat the menu, or have your food cooked by liquid...