# Medieval-Era Eateries Crossbar in New York City Serves Food Fit for a King By Zoe Poulias | Published 2011-09-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crossbar1 References: [therecraft](http://therecraft.com/post/10031143923/the-gothic-crossbar-in-chelsea) & [crossbarny](http://www.crossbarny.com/homeabout.html) Transcending time and space to the times of the Knights of the Round Table, the medievalesque eatery Crossbar is reviving old-fashioned cuisine with a modern twist. Serving up delectable roasted swine similar that King Arthur would have enjoyed, Crossbar is chef Todd English's [modern-American restaurant](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasonallychanging-menu) that is oozing with medieval charm. In keeping with this Gothic ambiance, the walls of this hotspot are draped in red velvet to set off a wood and brick interior fit for royalty. Studded chairs add a bit of edginess to the overall dark and dimly lit establishment, making this an ideal spot to enjoy some [premium spirits in a swanky setting](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ful-kyoto). If pork is your preference, this eatery is specifically designed with you in mind, featuring a wide range of adventurous options from puffed pig ears to a mouthwatering [crispy pork belly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noble-fresh-cart-2). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 19% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Medieval-inspired Cuisine:** Opportunity for restaurants to create modern twists on traditional medieval dishes, appealing to customers seeking unique dining experiences. - **Gothic Ambiance:** Opportunity for interior design companies to create dark and atmospheric spaces with medieval-inspired elements, catering to customers looking for immersive dining experiences. - **Creative Pork Dishes:** Opportunity for chefs and food establishments to experiment with innovative pork creations, offering customers a variety of exciting and adventurous options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant and Food Services:** Opportunity for the restaurant industry to embrace medieval-inspired cuisines and create unique dining experiences for customers. - **Interior Design:** Opportunity for interior design companies to incorporate medieval-inspired elements into their designs, creating Gothic and immersive atmospheres for restaurants and other establishments. - **Culinary Creations:** Opportunity for chefs and food establishments to showcase their creativity by developing innovative pork dishes that defy expectations and delight customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [New York French Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chateau-royale.md) - [Dilapidated Mansion-Themed Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/le-courage.md) - [Venetian-Style Eatery Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cicchetti-piccadilly.md) - [Immersive Upscale Dining Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playbook-commons.md) - [Mediterranean Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bar-reyna.md) - [Bakery-Steakhouse Collaborations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawksmoor-and-dominique-ansel-workshop.md) - [Late-Night Manhattan Lounges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/starchild-rooftop.md) - [Nose-To-Tail Italian Restaurants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manteca.md) - [Relaxed French Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grand-brasserie.md)