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Keeping food within season is a big priority for Lautrec, which is why the prix fixe menus change seasonally, and the tasting menus change weekly. To optimize your dining experience, chef Kristin Butterworth uses the best ingredients, whether it’s from the local farm or flown in from an international destination. This commitment to changing the menu on a regular basis is exactly why Lautrec has earned such notoriety in the Five-Star dining realm — you can always count on something new and inventive to try each time you visit.

Dinner at Lautrec is pricey; but the one-of-a-kind meal combined with the elegant ambience and accommodating staff makes it a dining experience you won’t soon forget — and one that is totally worth the hefty price tag. A four-course prix fixe dinner will set you back $110 per person, but if you opt for the wine pairing — which we highly recommend, especially if you’d like to pick the brain of Lautrec’s in-house sommelier — expect to pay around $200 for an individual meal. Lautrec also offers a stellar seasonal tasting menu, which you can indulge in for $145 per person. For an additional $125, take up your dinner a notch with a wine pairing. Regardless which option you choose, a meal here is totally worth it.

Given the restaurant’s world-class cuisine and Five-Star notoriety, making a reservation at Lautrec is highly recommended. Lautrec is open Tuesday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., or you can experience Lautrec’s Sunday brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Though the restaurant tends to be less crowded on weekdays — you might be able to walk-in and snag a table — the weekends are bustling, so be sure to call ahead to secure a table at this world-renowned hot spot. If you can’t be seated in the dining room, you can still experience the restaurant’s grand interior and ambiance by doing a dessert tasting at the bar.

Should you have to make the daunting decision to cancel your reservation at Lautrec, you’ll be glad to know that there isn’t an official cancellation policy in place, though the restaurant does ask that you give at least 2 to 3 hours notice if you can’t keep your reservation. Since your credit card information isn’t taken when you call to make the initial reservation, you won’t get charged any cancellation fees, in case you do need to cancel — but hopefully, you won’t have to. Be sure to let the restaurant know if you must cancel so that someone else can snag your spot at this Five-Star hot spot.

Lautrec’s stunning interior décor is almost as impressive as the unique Five-Star meal you’ll enjoy. Though Lautrec is situated in a wooded area in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania, the restaurant’s interior design suggests an entirely different vibe — one that will transport you far from Farmington, Pennsylvania. The décor here is bold, with deep red carpets, colorful draperies and luxurious carved wood walls. Lautrec’s chic and opulent design blends seamlessly with the restaurant’s American cuisine with a French twist, as you feel like you’re dining among royalty in Europe. The dining room’s tables are strategically spread throughout allowing for extra space, providing a more intimate Five-Star dining experience at Lautrec.

For the ultimate Five-Star fine dining experience, Lautrec is the créme de la créme — not just in Southwestern Pennsylvania, but nationwide. While there's a lot to love about this Five-Star hot spot, there are a few things to keep in mind before you make the trek out to Lautrec:

1. For your convenience, Lautrec is open nightly for dinner — except Monday, when the kitchen is closed. If dinner at Lautrec is high on your vacation "to-eat" list (and it should be), be sure to call ahead for reservations, as this dining destination tends to get crowded, especially on weekends.

2. One thing to keep in mind when dining at Lautrec is that there isn't an option to order items á la carte. You must choose from the four-course prix fixe menu or the eight-course chef's tasting menu. Wine pairings are available for an additional cost and are highly recommended, since in-house sommelier Holly Smith is at Lautrec nightly. So be sure to bring your appetite.

3. If you have dietary restrictions, don't worry — you won't have to miss out on this Five-Star meal. Lautrec offers a vegetarian menu nightly, as well as a wellness menu, designed for those who prefer healthier options for their Five-Star dining experience. If you have any allergy issues, inform the restaurant when booking your reservation and the chef will be more than happy to create a personalized menu for you.

4. Another stunning part of Lautrec is its gorgeous curved bar where you can order up a number of delicious cocktails. While you can't order dinner from the bar, a dessert tasting menu with champagne is available for only $15, should your sweet tooth strike while sipping on a cocktail. Or just saddle up to the bar and enjoy dessert, simply because you can.

5. If you're curious about the way in which Lautrec chef Kristin Butterworth crafts her delicious culinary creations, a chef's table is available to take advantage of during your dining experience. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the kitchen to see how carefully and artistically your meal is put together. Trust us, it will make your food taste that much better.

To complement its Five-Star cuisine and upscale ambience, Lautrec requests dressing in proper business attire, cocktail or evening wear. This Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurant offers a European-style fine dining experience, using some of the best ingredients both locally and internationally. In addition to the one-of-a-kind meal you’ll devour at Lautrec, the restaurant’s atmosphere is equally as unique and elegant. While a tie isn’t required, all men must wear a jacket, and denim and athletic wear are not permitted when dining at Lautrec (so leave your college football gear and baseball caps at home). Once you step inside, you’ll understand why this dress code is in place — you wouldn’t want to dress in anything but something snazzy.

If you’re staying at the Chateau Lafayette at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, you’ve probably heard about the Five-Star Lautrec, located within the resort. Lautrec is open daily with the exception of Monday, Tuesday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and brunch is served on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Because of Lautrec’s popularity and world-class cuisine, reservations are strongly recommended to secure a table at this Five-Star hotspot. Simply call the restaurant directly or go through the hotel’s helpful concierge.

Tucked in the wooded 2,000-acre Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania — a place you might not assume that a world-renowned Five-Star restaurant would exist — Lautrec is located in the lush and secluded Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington and is a dining treat you won’t want to miss out on if you find yourself in the area. Though the restaurant lies in the heart of Southwestern Pennsylvania, step into Lautrec, and you’ll soon see why the spot has gained such notoriety among the culinary crowd. The Five-Star cuisine, combined with the elegant and bold décor, will transform you to a place of royalty, opulence and indulgence.

Whether you plan to celebrate an anniversary, holiday or you’d simply like to enjoy a truly fabulous meal with your special someone, Lautrec is the ultimate romantic spot to wine and dine in style. With its dim lighting and bold, sexy red décor, you and your loved one will feel like you’ve stepped inside one of Paris’ most exclusive culinary hot spots — even though you’re right in the heart of Southwestern Pennsylvania. While Lautrec’s dining room is typically peppered with couples, the restaurant is very welcoming to single diners, offering reading material to enjoy between bites of the restaurant’s famously decadent and impressive cuisine. But if you’re looking to woo someone, this is the place to do just that.

Though best enjoyed as a luxurious culinary experience for adults, there aren’t any age restrictions imposed for dining at Lautrec. If you want to enjoy a meal at Lautrec and have no choice but to bring the kiddies along, don’t sweat it — the Five-Star dining hot spot offers a kids’ menu. Young ones can pick one- to four-courses, but be sure and ask for a kids’ menu — otherwise, the restaurant might try to have your kids order from the main menu — and that would certainly be a hefty price to pay, especially if your child is a finicky eater. Kids can select from palate-friendly options like mozzarella sticks, macaroni and cheese, chicken fingers, onion rings, fries, angel hair pasta and salad with ranch dressing. Just be sure your young one is prepared for the lengthy dining experience — this is not a dinner you’ll want to rush.

If a bottle is too big of a commitment to make, Lautrec offers a number of wines by the glass to enjoy with your meal. Choose from any number of regions around the world, and you’re sure to find a favorite. By-the-glass offerings include whites, champagnes, aperitifs, reds, rosé and dessert wines. If you can’t seem to decide — which is very possible, given the massive list — Lautrec’s in-house sommelier, Holly Smith, will be on hand to help you pick your poison.

While Lautrec does not impose any age limitations on its diners, due to its formal and upscale nature, the restaurant is unmistakably suited for adults. If your young one is well-behaved in Five-Star settings and would have no foreseeable issues sitting through a meal that can last a few hours long, you’re welcome to bring your young one; though we must warn you, other parents might be a bit jealous of you. Despite its upscale vibe, Lautrec does offer a kids’ menu, where your little one can choose between one- and four-courses — however, the restaurant might encourage kids to order from the main menu. Put simply, find a sitter. A meal at Lautrec is best enjoyed as a night out for adults and is one you’ll want to savor without any distractions, however adorable they might be.

Keeping food within season is a big priority for Lautrec, which is why the prix fixe menus change seasonally, and the tasting menus change weekly. To optimize your dining experience, chef Kristin Butterworth uses the best ingredients, whether it’s from the local farm or flown in from an international destination. This commitment to changing the menu on a regular basis is exactly why Lautrec has earned such notoriety in the Five-Star dining realm — you can always count on something new and inventive to try each time you visit.

If you’re in the mood for a beverage that packs a punch, Lautrec whips up some serious signature cocktails sure to please any palate. If you have a few minutes to kill before your table is ready, saddle up to the bar and watch as the bartender works their magic to create some inventive libations. We recommend the classic Moscow Mule or the Woodford Manhattan, if you’re craving something hearty. If you’re a tequila lover (and really, who isn’t?), go for the Strawberry Patron, a fruity take on this high-end Mexican liquor. If you don’t have time to waste before being seated, you’re more than welcome to order cocktails from your table — or we recommend grabbing a drink afterward to lengthen your stay.

No Five-Star restaurant is complete without a knowledgeable wine connoisseur on staff, and Lautrec is no exception — wine expert Holly Smith serves as Lautrec’s resident sommelier. She’s responsible for the restaurant’s extensive and flavorful wine list, as well as making pairing suggestions. As director of wine and spirits for the entire Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, including Five-Star Falling Rock at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, you’ll find Smith at Lautrec each night. So you’ll have someone to bounce questions off of and get recommendations for wine pairings. Smith’s vast knowledge of wine and spirits can also be experienced through the wine classes she offers at the resort through Academie du Vin, where you’re invited to test a number of world-class wines from around the globe.

Though Lautrec only allows you to choose between its four-course prix fixe and eight-course chef’s tasting menus, the restaurant does offer a vegetarian tasting menu and a “wellness” menu, perfect for diners who’d like to enjoy a Five-Star meal without the all the guilt. Like the other menus, the wellness menu changes seasonally and features healthier takes on Lautrec’s popular signature dishes. For instance, the summer wellness menu includes options like European sea bass, olive oil-poached potatoes and warm turnip soup. Though calories are sacrificed in these dishes, taste is certainly not, as all dishes at Lautrec are prepared with the freshest ingredients, perfect for a healthy Five-Star meal.

After your multi-course meal is finished, satisfy your sweet tooth with Lautrec’s array of decadent and inventive desserts. The offerings feature seasonal fruits and take unique twists on traditional desserts like s’mores — when we were there, the sweet campfire staple was served with valrhona chocolate, marshmallow, dehydrated honey and a graham cracker. To add to the campfire ambience, the dish came under a cloche, so smoke essence came up when the dish was presented. Lautrec also toys with the use of herbs — we especially loved the blueberries with chèvre cheesecake, marcona almonds and candied lemon thyme. No matter how full you get, be sure to save room for these noteworthy desserts.

Though she may be young, Lautrec chef Kristin Butterworth is a culinary force to be reckoned with — a trait that is evident as soon as you take your first bite. Butterworth’s background runs the gamut — from positions at Five-Star staples such as The Cloister at Sea Island, The Georgian Room and The Inn at Little Washington, to a stint in Italy where she received a certificate in Italian cuisine and pastry from the esteemed Italian Culinary Institute for Foreigners. She has certainly proven that she can cook among the best, and has served as chef de cuisine at Lautrec since 2010. It is here where Butterworth has seamlessly blended her European influences with her strong belief in farm-to-table cuisine.

Lautrec doesn’t just offer your standard upscale Five-Star dinner, but instead prides itself on providing you with an all-out, unforgettable dining experience. They don’t offer an à la carte menu, so you’ll have to choose from the chef’s eight-course tasting menu, which changes seasonally to provide you with the freshest ingredients in your cuisine, or the four-course prix fixe menu. For those with any dietary restrictions, a vegetarian tasting menu is available as well as a wellness menu, which features a healthier take on the traditional tasting menu. Regardless of the menu that you choose, your dining experience at Lautrec will be one for the books.

If you have time to kill before your table is ready — or if you’re simply in the mood for a stiff drink once cocktail hour rolls around — sip your libation in style at Lautrec’s bar. Separated from the restaurant by beautiful glass cabinetry, the sleekly curved bar serves up some mean drinks. Whether you are in the mood for something sweet or savory, Lautrec’s bar can whet your palate. Pull up a seat at the bar and catch the skilled bartender work his magic. Keep in mind that you can’t order food from the bar; though a decadent dessert tasting menu is available if you’re craving something sweet to go along with that drink.

Lautrec’s stunning interior décor is almost as impressive as the unique Five-Star meal you’ll enjoy. Though Lautrec is situated in a wooded area in the Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania, the restaurant’s interior design suggests an entirely different vibe — one that will transport you far from Farmington, Pennsylvania. The décor here is bold, with deep red carpets, colorful draperies and luxurious carved wood walls. Lautrec’s chic and opulent design blends seamlessly with the restaurant’s American cuisine with a French twist, as you feel like you’re dining among royalty in Europe. The dining room’s tables are strategically spread throughout allowing for extra space, providing a more intimate Five-Star dining experience at Lautrec.

Dinner at Lautrec is pricey; but the one-of-a-kind meal combined with the elegant ambience and accommodating staff makes it a dining experience you won’t soon forget — and one that is totally worth the hefty price tag. A four-course prix fixe dinner will set you back $110 per person, but if you opt for the wine pairing — which we highly recommend, especially if you’d like to pick the brain of Lautrec’s in-house sommelier — expect to pay around $200 for an individual meal. Lautrec also offers a stellar seasonal tasting menu, which you can indulge in for $145 per person. For an additional $125, take up your dinner a notch with a wine pairing. Regardless which option you choose, a meal here is totally worth it.

One thing we loved about our dining experience at Lautrec was how comfortable the noise level was, no matter how busy the restaurant got. Tables are strategically spaced out enough, so that no one else is ever in earshot of your private conversations. Sounds of old-school jazz music are easily recognized, but never overpowering, providing the perfect balance of never being too loud or too quiet. It’s these minute details that made our experience at Lautrec quite an unforgettable one. Within the intimately elegant dining room, you’ll be able to share hushed conversations at your table without having to repeat yourself louder over the background noise, making it a perfect spot for a romantic rendezvous.

To complement its Five-Star cuisine and upscale ambience, Lautrec requests dressing in proper business attire, cocktail or evening wear. This Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star restaurant offers a European-style fine dining experience, using some of the best ingredients both locally and internationally. In addition to the one-of-a-kind meal you’ll devour at Lautrec, the restaurant’s atmosphere is equally as unique and elegant. While a tie isn’t required, all men must wear a jacket, and denim and athletic wear are not permitted when dining at Lautrec (so leave your college football gear and baseball caps at home). Once you step inside, you’ll understand why this dress code is in place — you wouldn’t want to dress in anything but something snazzy.

For the ultimate Five-Star fine dining experience, Lautrec is the créme de la créme — not just in Southwestern Pennsylvania, but nationwide. While there's a lot to love about this Five-Star hot spot, there are a few things to keep in mind before you make the trek out to Lautrec:

1. For your convenience, Lautrec is open nightly for dinner — except Monday, when the kitchen is closed. If dinner at Lautrec is high on your vacation "to-eat" list (and it should be), be sure to call ahead for reservations, as this dining destination tends to get crowded, especially on weekends.

2. One thing to keep in mind when dining at Lautrec is that there isn't an option to order items á la carte. You must choose from the four-course prix fixe menu or the eight-course chef's tasting menu. Wine pairings are available for an additional cost and are highly recommended, since in-house sommelier Holly Smith is at Lautrec nightly. So be sure to bring your appetite.

3. If you have dietary restrictions, don't worry — you won't have to miss out on this Five-Star meal. Lautrec offers a vegetarian menu nightly, as well as a wellness menu, designed for those who prefer healthier options for their Five-Star dining experience. If you have any allergy issues, inform the restaurant when booking your reservation and the chef will be more than happy to create a personalized menu for you.

4. Another stunning part of Lautrec is its gorgeous curved bar where you can order up a number of delicious cocktails. While you can't order dinner from the bar, a dessert tasting menu with champagne is available for only $15, should your sweet tooth strike while sipping on a cocktail. Or just saddle up to the bar and enjoy dessert, simply because you can.

5. If you're curious about the way in which Lautrec chef Kristin Butterworth crafts her delicious culinary creations, a chef's table is available to take advantage of during your dining experience. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the kitchen to see how carefully and artistically your meal is put together. Trust us, it will make your food taste that much better.

Should you have to make the daunting decision to cancel your reservation at Lautrec, you’ll be glad to know that there isn’t an official cancellation policy in place, though the restaurant does ask that you give at least 2 to 3 hours notice if you can’t keep your reservation. Since your credit card information isn’t taken when you call to make the initial reservation, you won’t get charged any cancellation fees, in case you do need to cancel — but hopefully, you won’t have to. Be sure to let the restaurant know if you must cancel so that someone else can snag your spot at this Five-Star hot spot.

Given the restaurant’s world-class cuisine and Five-Star notoriety, making a reservation at Lautrec is highly recommended. Lautrec is open Tuesday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., or you can experience Lautrec’s Sunday brunch from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Though the restaurant tends to be less crowded on weekdays — you might be able to walk-in and snag a table — the weekends are bustling, so be sure to call ahead to secure a table at this world-renowned hot spot. If you can’t be seated in the dining room, you can still experience the restaurant’s grand interior and ambiance by doing a dessert tasting at the bar.

Tucked in the wooded 2,000-acre Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania — a place you might not assume that a world-renowned Five-Star restaurant would exist — Lautrec is located in the lush and secluded Nemacolin Woodlands Resort in Farmington and is a dining treat you won’t want to miss out on if you find yourself in the area. Though the restaurant lies in the heart of Southwestern Pennsylvania, step into Lautrec, and you’ll soon see why the spot has gained such notoriety among the culinary crowd. The Five-Star cuisine, combined with the elegant and bold décor, will transform you to a place of royalty, opulence and indulgence.

If you’re staying at the Chateau Lafayette at Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, you’ve probably heard about the Five-Star Lautrec, located within the resort. Lautrec is open daily with the exception of Monday, Tuesday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and brunch is served on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Because of Lautrec’s popularity and world-class cuisine, reservations are strongly recommended to secure a table at this Five-Star hotspot. Simply call the restaurant directly or go through the hotel’s helpful concierge.