While it operates all day to serve hotel guests, Norma's has become one of the places in the area for power breakfasts. Located in Le Parker Meridien Hotel, Norma's replaces an outdated lobby lounge. The client's intent was to create a property unlike any other restaurant offering in the area. According to Gregory Stanford, senior associate at BBGM and the project's designer, the inspiration for the project came from his travels in Europe. Restaurant design in Europe is very different than the majority of properties in this country.
Design tends to be more minimalistic and sleek.
It's bright and open. Norma's reflects these principles but with an American flavor. When the hotel was originally planned, city officials were concerned about the hotel's construction on a site between two busy streets. In its place a new steel and limestone staircase was constructed to create a more dynamic entrance. A handicap lift located adjacent to the staircase meets accessibility requirements.