Photo: Nicky Hedayatzadeh
Like the proud parent of a child heading off to college, Arcadia, Arizona bid farewell to Chestnut this past October when the eatery relocated to the Biltmore Center.
Chestnut built a loyal following over the past decade, and if its initial aesthetic felt like an amalgam of founder Kirsten Steele’s favorite things, this latest iteration proves the restaurant has come into its own. Royal-blue benches complement yellow accents, and gold-trimmed mirrors add a touch of Versailles-style sophistication.
Steele entrusted the design to friend and supporter Tiffany Mason, whose background in construction management meant she could honor Steele’s style and history while delivering an experience worthy of the 24th and Camelback address.
Modern swivel chairs and a mustard-yellow sofa gather to create a small lounge, while five bolted stools at the bar hail from the first location and a farmer’s sink-turned-planter recalls Chestnut’s first partnership with Camelback Flowershop.
