Renowned for its vision of building iconic urban condominiums, Lanterra Developments, led by Chairman Mark Mandelbaum and President and CEO Barry Fenton, is pleased to announce that a new upscale restaurant, Salt Grass & Rare, will be coming to luxury residences 50 Scollard in Yorkville upon completion in mid-2025.
Restaurateurs Michael Dabic and Derek Von Raesfeld, known as the visionaries behind The Butcher Chef, Oliver’s Steakhouse, and Michael’s On Simcoe, will bring this new culinary destination to Yorkville as an exquisitely appointed fine dining establishment, according to a press release. Together, they will curate bespoke culinary experiences and showcase the latest innovations in architecture, design, and fine art.
Salt Grass & Rare will feature a modern dining room, bar and lounge, and grand terrace within a lush green space with water features. The restaurant’s design will be a collaboration between Forma Officium Architects and the restaurant group’s in-house design team. Chef Derek Von Raesfeld will lead the menu, with further details to be revealed closer to the grand opening.
“At Lanterra Developments, we are committed to creating destinations that redefine luxury living and elevate the urban experience,” Mark Mandelbaum, Chairman of Lanterra Developments, said in a press release. “Salt Grass & Rare will be a truly exceptional addition to 50 Scollard, bringing world-class dining to the heart of Yorkville. This collaboration with Michael Dabic and Derek Von Raesfeld further underscores our vision of seamlessly blending architectural excellence, sophisticated design, and curated lifestyle experiences for our residents and the wider community.”
50 Scollard, located in the heart of Bloor-Yorkville, will be a 41-storey ultra-luxury residential tower comprised of 129 suites units ranging from 1,200 to over 5,000 sq. ft, with almost all residences featuring elevators that open directly into the unit, and most floors reserved for one to two units maximum. The project will set an unprecedented standard of excellence while redefining city living, bringing new levels of elegance and hotel-inspired service to a select few. Raising the bar for opulent living, 5-star amenities provided by Forest Hill Group will include: chauffeured house car service for resident use, car wash facility, pet spa, valet parking, and an exclusively stocked wine lounge, amongst many other special and unique offerings.
“We are excited to unveil Salt Grass & Rare, a distinctive approach to fine dining in Yorkville,” Michael Dabic, co-owner of Salt Grass & Rare, said in a press release. “Our unique twist on the modern steakhouse and its focus on culinary excellence will also showcase the latest trends and developments in architecture, design, and art.”
