Amidst the busy dining and drinking row of Second Avenue sits this establishment that draws the more fashionable yuppies. The ambience of Mantra 986 is hip and chic blending an eclectic style of modern and classic.
The interior consists of black and white wallpaper with bold patterns, modern furniture
with sleek finishes and wood accents that add warmth to the coolness of the space. Art
Deco fixtures add the fun factor to this hotspot.
Since it’s opening, Mantra 986 has become the headquarters for the stylish crowd to enjoy hip Modern American and Asian Fusion cuisine. This ultra-chic place will expand horizons and make the destination to Sutton Place a memorable voyage. Talented interior designer, Peter Sibilia, blends all the bells and whistles of minimalist décor into the spacious 3,500 square foot restaurant. The sexy private upstairs lounge and screening room complete with plasma screen televisions, a DJ booth, and beautiful glass balcony is an ideal destination for exclusive entertaining. Owners Erica Maurer and Mario Stewart believe true dining is more than just the experience, it is about superb cuisine. Guests will continue to adore Mantra not only for its stunningly fresh design and sophisticated bar scene, but delectable menu.
Specialties include Slow Smoked Short Rib-WithSambal Mashed Potatoes, baby bok
choy and Asian Slaw, Sauteed Crab Cake-Made with Maryland Blue Lump crab meat,
served with ginger and garlic with a wasabi garlic and mushroom dip, Double Soy
Grilled Flank Steak-With crunch mashed potatoes, porcini mushrooms and Asian
chimi churi. Appetizers, like Spicy Chicken Wings and Calamari, not only offer the best
value, but are some of the best offerings.
Don’t miss the Specialty Cocktails: Kiwi Caipiroska-42 Below Kiwi Vodka, simple
syrup and fresh lime juice, an excellent Classic Mint Julep-Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel,
dash of lemon, simple syrup, handful of mint and an orange twist and a Red Apple
Martini-Hendrick’s Gin, Drambuie, Berentzens and simple syrup, with a cinnamon
stick and cinnamon sugar rim.
Mantra offers its guests the chance to dine or celebrate a special night at their upstairs
private lounge complete with plasma screen TV’s, a DJ booth and a beautiful glass
balcony where guest can view 2nd Avenue.
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