More evocative is the Gatsby-inspired weekend brunch menu at the Todd English Food Hall (not to be confused with the adjoining Plaza Food Hall) where, after a sound night's sleep, we sampled Venison Eggs Bercy and Vol au Vent of Seafood.

WSJ: Gatsby Slept Here

The 11-minute ride is well worth it for the snow-capped mountain views (from both the lift and the restaurant) and the comfort food brunch- and lunch-only menu, which includes a wild Pacific salmon sampler, prepared tartare, smoked and candied, and eggs Benedict on toasted brioche topped with avocado hollandaise.

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