Hollywood's
Charcoal, an ultramodern New American boasting eye-catching decor (complete with elk-horn chandelier), is the latest creation of ubiquitous restaurateur Adolfo Suaya (
Dolce,
Geisha House) and his partner, Michael Sutton (
Lodge Steakhouse,
Memphis); Yuri Samano, who gave Lodge Steakhouse its sizzle, is preparing the midpriced fare, much of which is cooked over mesquite.