Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge Showcases Ultimate Culinary Arts

I had been to Segerstrom Center for the Arts but it was night time and I must have been running late for the show as I didn’t have a chance to stop and look around. This time I came while the sun was still out and saw how beautiful the surrounding was, in particular where Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge is located inside the amazing Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall.

The restaurant offers Broadway theme inspired menu that is perfect before attending a show, celebrating a special occasion or just because. I was blown away by the sample tasting menu created by Executive Chef Ross Pangilinan who was recognized as one of Zagat’s: 30 Under 30: LA’s Hottest Up-and-Comers in 2012. Every single dish presented was a culinary masterpiece. Chef Ross’ interpretation of the story was nothing short of spectacular!

The massive glass facade gives the restaurant an open and airy elegance. 

As soon as the guest walked in, we were greeted with sparkling champagne. A bread basket soon followed. Our 5-course tasting menu composed of dishes from 5 different Broadway themes shows throughout 2015 – 2016.

Act I – The Phantom of Opera, August 5th – 16th 2015.

The Phantom – Lightly cured cobia, ginger, daikon puree, asparagus, nori, calamansi. This is a clever use of ‘white’ to create a dreaming phantom illusion.

Act II – The Lion King, October 6th – November 1st 2015.

Circle of Life – Caramelized salmon deviled eggs, salmon caviar, chicken skin, pickled mustard seed, mustard frills. This is the most beautiful deviled eggs I’ve ever seen and tasted. I am definitely coming back for this during The Lion King show in October.

Wine paring to go with each dish. White wine with Act I and II, red with Act III and IV.

Act III – 42nd Street, November 10th – 22nd 2015.

Philadelphia – “Cheese Steak”, oxtail, house made cheese “whiz”, caramelized onion and peppers, fries. I don’t think I will find anyone who doesn’t like this dish. The oxtail practically melts in your mouth!

Act IV – Wicked, February 16 – March 6th 2016.

March of the Witch Hunters – Veal ravioli, sweetbreads, bacon, cipollini onion, mushroom, tomato, “hunter” sauce. Do the mushroom look like the witch’s hat to you? Being that the Wicked has a ‘dark’ side, I thought this dish reflects it nicely with its heavier taste.

The Final Act – Nutcracker, December 10th – 20th 2015.

Christmas Eve – Brownie, oreo, peanut butter all in one, milk, sorbet. This is a grand finale with the best dessert combo ever! I don’t know if I can wait another 6 months to have it!

In addition to the Broadway theme menus below, Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge also serves brunch, a la carte and bar menu. Currently the Motown menu is being served. The menu is on the website.

Catering for special events and weddings are also available. Contact Melissa Loos at (714) 556-2122 ext 4202 for more details.

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Leatherby’s Cafe Rouge
Renee & Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall
615 Town Ctr Dr.
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714) 429-7640