Foodies recognize New York as one of the best places in the world to eat.
New York is bursting with high-quality restaurants, making it one of the top places to eat in the world. Manhattan's restaurants in particular land frequently on the tops of lists like Zagat or Gayot guides and are consistently awarded with Michelin stars and other honors. Below is just a sampling of the many award-winning restaurants in this culinary paradise.
Jean Georges
The brainchild of super chef Jean-Georges Vonrichten, this is one of New York's most sought-after reservations. The menu is always in flux, but one constant is the famous caviar-crusted slow-cooked egg. The space is neutral-toned and calming; the waiters impeccable. In fact, their service was rated "top service" by the Zagat Guide for 2010.
Jean Georges
Trump International Hotel & Tower
1 Central Park West (60th & 61st St.)
New York, NY 10023
212-299-3900
jean-georges.com
Per Se
Thomas Keller's West Coast restaurant is on everyone's top restaurants in America list. But his newer outfit, Per Se, is making a splash, too. It was one of only five restaurants in New York to get three Michelin stars in 2010. The space is spare, with natural materials like wood and stone. Ingredients run to the unusual and can include delicacies from around the world. Everything is thoughtful, down to the pear pate dessert. The wine lists numbers in the thousands.
Per Se Restaurant Review
Time Warner Center
10 Columbus Cir. (58th & 59th St.)
New York, NY 10019
212-823-9335
perse.com
Blue Hill
Not all of the city's best restaurants require a jacket and tie. Blue Hill in Greenwich Village is known for its combination of excellent food made from locally sourced ingredients and casual vibe. Nevertheless, it made the Gayot Guide's list of top 10 special occasion restaurants. The Obamas ate at Blue Hill on a recent date night in the Big Apple.
Blue Hill Restaurant Review
75 Washington Pl. (Washington Sq. W. & Sixth Ave.)
New York, NY 10011
212-539-1776
bluehill.com
Gramercy Tavern
A longtime member of lists of best restaurants in New York is Gramercy Tavern. Chef Michael Anthony wanted to create a place as comfortable as the food is good, which is reflected in the fresh flowers, rustic decorations and fireplace. The tasting menus contain comfort food items like barley and carrot risotto.
Gramercy Tavern Restaurant Review
42 E. 20th St. (Park Ave., S. & Broadway)
New York, NY 10003
212-477-0777
gramercytavern.com
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