Those of us at Restaurant Hospitality regularly see what independent operators are dishing out, but some menu items make us stop and stare — whether they involve an out-of-the-box way of using an ingredient, the appearance of a burgeoning trend or simply stunning presentations. We bring you NOM: our New on the Menu weekly roundup.

The latest dishes and drinks that have us doing a double-take this week include a hot seafood tower, a shareable stromboli dipped in cheese fondue and a duck fat hot dog boasting Asian flavors.

See what stands out from the crowd.

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Update June 29, 2018: This story has been updated with information on Bagatelle's new executive chef.