Boston welcomed a new dining destination with the opening of lpM Restaurant & Bar, located on the second floor of the Four Seasons Hotel at One Dalton Street. The restaurant, part of an international chain with locations ranging from London to Dubai, marks its first presence in the northeastern United States. lpM brings a refined Mediterranean dining experience inspired by the Riviera, combining a sophisticated atmosphere with thoughtfully prepared dishes.
The restaurant’s design features a spacious, bright dining room decorated in soothing shades of green and blue, paired with a backlit bar that complements the setting. Guests are greeted by attentive staff who emphasize a welcoming atmosphere, balancing formality with a relaxed, approachable service style. The staff takes pride in personalized touches, such as explaining the tradition of lemons and tomatoes placed on each table—a nod to Southern French hospitality where guests are invited to create simple, fresh salads as a sign of welcome.
The menu centers on French Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on clean, fresh flavors and quality ingredients. Signature offerings include delicately prepared seafood and house-made pastas served family-style. Starters spotlight regional ingredients such as Damariscotta oysters from Maine, presented simply with a house-made smoky Tabasco sauce, and thinly sliced octopus adorned with lemon and green chili dressing. The restaurant is deliberate in portioning and presentation, focusing on precision and timing to unfold the meal in a measured and elegant fashion.
Entrées continue this approach, featuring options like butterflied prawns with a smoky chili coriander sauce and Chilean sea bass accompanied by chili and lemon confit. Both dishes display a balance of subtle spice and fresh acidity. Complementing the savory selections, a standout potato gratin offers a richly textured side characterized by crispy edges and a nutmeg-infused cream, praised for its comforting yet elevated preparation.
The dessert menu includes a warm chocolate mousse that is both visually striking and decadent, alongside other specialties such as French toast served with spiced ice cream. Beverage choices feature a diverse cocktail list including unique creations like the “tomatini,” a tomato-based drink garnished with a tomato and skillfully seasoned tableside with freshly ground pepper. The bar also offers herb-infused gin and tonics, pineapple martinis, and a rosemary-and-hibiscus paloma, alongside a distinctive mocktail blending verjuice, rosemary honey, and activated charcoal.
lpM’s arrival in Boston has been met with positive impressions for its combination of polished service, confident and well-executed cuisine, and a lively yet sophisticated atmosphere. The restaurant aims to provide more than just a meal, creating an experience that feels both upscale and inviting. Located at 1 Dalton Street, lpM offers a menu with cocktails starting at $18, hors d’oeuvres at $9, and entrées beginning at $29.