Citronelle and its Executive Chef, Michel Richard, were recognized as The Best Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year and The Best Chef of The Year, respectively, in 2002 by Capital Restaurant and Hospitality. In addition, the restaurant was also dubbed one of the world s most exciting restaurants by Cond Nast Traveler magazine. Citronelle features a mix of French and Californian cuisine that focuses on innovative combinations and presentations. The dinner menu features gourmet dishes with plenty of seafood, such as lobster medallions, salmon, soft shell crab and saut ed scallops. The lounge menu features dishes such as the tuna burger, prociutto de Parma and goat cheese Caesar. Citronelle also has a variety of desserts, which includes cr me caramel cheesecake and handmade ice cream and sorbet.