The Tribeca area recently received a big blast from the past with the reopening of a neighborhood treasure: Dylan Prime.
The large, beautiful and venerated steakhouse, which occupies a historic landmark building on the corner of Laight St. and Greenwich St. has reopened its doors after a spectacular renovation.
Inspired by the history of the neighborhood and specifically the storied Dietz Lantern Building where it is housed, the restaurant, has been reborn in a fashion that pays real homage to its past and showcases its exciting future.
“History means a lot to our community and this restaurant,” says owner John Mautone. “So we decided to create an atmosphere that utilizes actual remnants of our past to create a spectacular dining experience for the present…and the future.”
Mautone sought out assistance locally from experts at CMS Architecture and partnered with a local restoration company called Preserv to source and secure vintage materials including 200-year-old beams, columns and shelving, 100-year-old iron shutters, and combined it with Edison lighting to create warmth and atmosphere to a place that instantly transports diners to Old New York.
“Everything you see here offers a window into the history of this building, this neighborhood, and really, the whole city,” says Mautone.
The beautiful, historic surroundings offer a wide variety of distinct experiences in its expansive lounge, main dining room and private event spaces. The lounge offers panoramic views of quaint Tribeca streets and a brand new raw bar to accompany small plates and finger food.
The full dinner menu can be sampled either in the more casual lounge, or the more elegant, but still approachable main dining room. The edgy and unique Nouveau American dishes are prepared by master Chef Michael Berardino. “He is a fresh new face on the culinary scene, who’s edgy, innovative and forward-thinking like the ever-evolving neighborhood we live in.”
Mautone says the restaurant is committed to neighborhood partnerships, working with local farmers and producers wherever possible.
“We are happy to be back and a vital part of the future of our neighborhood,” says Mautone. “We’re here to serve our neighbors and other visitors with a quality experience and food they will never forget.”
–Mike Hammer
