LDV Hospitality has debuted Lele’s Roman, an all-day restaurant inspired by the layered charm of Rome’s Trastevere district.
Located inside Ace Hotel Brooklyn in the borough’s Boerum Hill neighborhood, the concept offers a contemporary take on Roman cuisine under the direction of chef Francesco Battisti.
The layered spirit of Lele’s Roman
The interiors—envisioned by New York-based Studio Tre—capture a spirit of irreverent charm mixed with Italian warmth. A nostalgic yet modern interpretation of Roman trattorias, Lele’s Roman pays homage to tradition while embracing the casual cool of its Brooklyn setting.
The space juxtaposes raw concrete, supple leather, and warm woods with saturated hues—like deep greens, ochres, and sanguine reds—to evoke the sensibilities of both Roman and Brooklyn.
At its core is a sculptural cocktail bar clad in dark green Breccia d’Egitto stone with white oak tambour. Ribbed glass and steel screens, ochre and sage leather banquettes, and lace café curtains lend layered intimacy to the experience.
Completing the scene are artful details—including handmade ceramics, vintage Italian film stills, and photography—that are equal parts Rome and Brooklyn.
“Lele’s Roman is our Roman holiday, with a Brooklyn accent,” says John Meadow, founder and president of LDV Hospitality. “It’s bold, warm, a little cheeky, and all heart. We couldn’t ask for a better home than Ace Hotel Brooklyn to bring this dream to life.”
Lele’s Roman marks LDV Hospitality’s first Brooklyn venture, expanding the brand’s presence beyond Manhattan. In addition to the restaurant, LDV oversees the hotel’s broader F&B program, including in-room dining, lobby bar service, and a second concept that will be announced soon.
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