What is the best Dining restaurant in Chelsea?

Frevo is our top pick for Dining restaurants in Chelsea, scoring 9.2/10. Michelin‑starred 10‑course tasting hidden behind an art gallery.

Any insider tips for Frevo?

Request the seat at the counter for best view of plating.

What should I order at Frevo?

Full tasting menu, seasonal amuse‑bouche, dessert course.

When should I visit Frevo?

Evening tasting reservation slots.

Who should go to Frevo?

Serious diners and Francophiles.

Any insider tips for noda?

Mention preferences (fish cooked vs raw) when reserving omakase

What should I order at noda?

Omakase menu, seasonal fish tasting, nigiri set

Who should go to noda?

High‑end diners seeking Japanese omakase

Any insider tips for Kosaka?

Go early to catch the freshest cut from the morning delivery

What should I order at Kosaka?

Omakase course, seasonal sashimi platter, nigiri selection

When should I visit Kosaka?

Weeknight dinner for quieter experience

Who should go to Kosaka?

Sushi purists and intimate‑dinner seekers

Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Chelsea (10011)

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Last Updated: January 2026

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Our Top Pick

Frevo

Michelin‑starred 10‑course tasting hidden behind an art gallery.

Essential Picks

#1 Frevo

9.2

$$$$ Greenwich Village / West Village

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Instagram Worthy Wonders

Frevo offers a precise, multi‑course tasting menu hidden behind a gallery door — a refined, intimate French experience praised by critics and awarded a Michelin star.

Must-Try Dishes: 10‑course tasting menu, Seasonal amuse‑bouche, Chef’s whim dessert

What makes it special: Michelin‑starred 10‑course tasting hidden behind an art gallery.

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#2 noda

8.8

$$$$ Flatiron / NoMad

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Refined Japanese restaurant offering Michelin‑starred omakase in a sleek Flatiron‑area setting, blending tradition and modern restraint.

Must-Try Dishes: Chef’s omakase, Seasonal fish tasting, Premium nigiri set

What makes it special: Michelin‑starred Japanese omakase near Chelsea/Flatiron with disciplined technique.

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#3 Kosaka

8.7

$$$$ West Village

Vibes: Luxury Dining Elite Date Night Magic Solo Dining Sanctuaries

Michelin‑starred Japanese spot known for sushi precision and understated elegance in West Village/Chelsea border.

Must-Try Dishes: Omakase sushi course, Seasonal sashimi platter, Chef’s nigiri selection

What makes it special: Michelin‑starred Japanese omakase in an intimate, calm setting.

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