Restaurant maven and foodie-guru Simon Oren has listed a beautiful Upper East Side townhouse for $18.5M; agreed to, the asking price would represent a significant return, as the talented chef purchased the home in 1997 for a little over $2 million.

The townhouse is very tasteful, and reflects the bohemian sensibilities of the gourmand; the palate is generally off-white and wood-toned, with occasional cool tones sneaking in for the sake of artistic curiosity. In keeping with the building’s brick façade, the home feels substantial but easygoing, offering an off-hand rejection of the aristocratic pretensions that have come to typify UES real estate of this caliber. Terra-cotta tile gives the kitchen—designed, of course, for professional functionality—a welcoming appeal, with double French-doors leading to a large outdoor terrace. Trees and vines lend privacy and a meditative, sylvan feel to the exterior lounging space, which offers garden views.

As floor leads to floor, the townhouse unfolds nicely. A marble foyer transitions to the parlor, which features a modest fireplace; from there, an elevator and walnut-stained staircase offer transport occupants to a music/living area, which boasts a mosaic-style hardwood floor; upper stories contain the home’s six bedrooms and master suite, which contains a fireplace, and a marble master bath with soaking tub. All in all, a quietly sophisticated townhouse with a cafe espresso identity.

Simon Oren is a successful New York City restaurateur, and the man behind the contemporary French culinary sensibilities of Le Monde, Nice Matin, Pigalle, Café D’Alsace, as well as Brother’s Barbeque and Five Napkin Burger, among others. His establishments are mainstays of contemporary New York dining and socializing.