Cosmopolitan
theMOOD Cosmopolitan elevates eating and drinking to a luxurious standard – though there’s no hint of snootiness at this urban arts-district destination. The recently constructed 6-level restaurant captures the elegance of a grand old hotel with such eye-pleasing appointments as a waterfall “curtain” in the lobby, a baby grand piano in the lounge, a pair of opulent chandeliers that once graced Hess’s Department Store, and a curving staircase that winds to the rooftop lounge. (For faster transit, of course, there’s an elevator.) From the welcoming doorman to the complimentary day-through-evening valet that whisks your car to a secure parking deck, the attentive staff instantly puts you in touch with your inner VIP.
theDISH Executive Chef Justin Cogan’s Contemporary American cuisine mixes and marries flavors that roam the globe, from France and Italy to Asia and the Caribbean—along with a decidedly Spanish influence. “The name ‘Cosmopolitan’ says it all,” states Cogan. “You’re not stuck with one genre.” With weekly menu updates that reflect the finest seasonal ingredients from land and sea, Cosmopolitan puts the world on a plate.
theGLASS Sip into something comfortable at the seductively stylish bar: Embracing the culinary cocktail trend, enticing concoctions like the Sweet Potato Casserole Cocktail supplement a roster of classic and signature drinks. Enjoy discounted libations and snacks during happy hour, or snag a bottle from the worldly wine list for half-price every Thursday evening.
theINSIDE SCOOP Atop the building, a plushly furnished open-air lounge with a tropical vibe and an intimate sheltered bar—plus live entertainment and frequent themed parties—makes the Rooftop at Cosmopolitan downtown Allentown’s loftiest place to play.
