Best Fine Dining Restaurants in New York
50 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Atomix
Two-Michelin-star Korean tasting menu that leads the city’s fine dining conversation.
Essential Picks
#1
Atomix
9.3
Atomix is a counter-style Korean fine dining restaurant in NoMad serving a tightly choreographed multi-course tasting menu that reimagines classic flavors through modern technique. Reservations are hard to land, but the experience—down to the course cards and ceramics—feels like a full immersion in next-generation Korean cooking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tteok-galbi with chocolate and chopi, Halibut with sea urchin rice porridge, Ganjang gejang marinated raw crab
What Makes it Special: Two-Michelin-star Korean tasting menu that leads the city’s fine dining conversation.
#2
Le Bernardin
9.3
A seafood‑focused French institution where pristine fish and shellfish are prepared with surgical precision and a global sensibility — consistently one of NYC’s most acclaimed dining spots. Locals and travelers trust it for special occasions, power lunches and refined dinners alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Signature yellowfin tuna with foie gras on baguette, Grilled scallops, Roasted peanut brittle with chocolate custard
What Makes it Special: Three‑Michelin‑star seafood temple led by Chef Eric Ripert.
#3
Torrisi
9.3
Inside the landmark Puck Building, this Michelin-starred Italian-American restaurant from the Major Food Group team delivers inventive takes on NYC culinary traditions. Wood-paneled elegance meets downtown cool with servers in dinner jackets, while the kitchen turns out refined dishes like tortellini pomodoro and Dover sole Francese.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tortellini Pomodoro, Italian & American Hams with Zeppole, Affogato
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred Italian-American with a nod to NYC's immigrant culinary history in a stunning Puck Building setting
#4
Atera
9.2
A counter-seating tasting-menu room where technique and pacing do the heavy lifting—each course lands with intention, then gets out of its own way. Go for an occasion meal, lean into pairings (or the nonalcoholic option), and treat it as a full narrative rather than a quick dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal tasting menu, Caviar course, Foie gras course
What Makes it Special: A chef-driven tasting menu with serious precision in a minimalist counter room.
#5
Frevo
9.2
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.
#6
Masa
9.2
High‑end omakase led by chef Masa Takayama offering meticulously crafted sushi at the legendary 10 Columbus Circle location.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase Nigiri Course, Toro sushi, Seasonal Omakase Roll
What Makes it Special: Chef Masa’s omakase is considered one of NYC’s most refined sushi experiences.
#7
Meju
9.2
A chef’s-counter tasting menu centered on Korean fermentation and aged jangs, with a calm, minimalist pacing that lets the flavors build quietly over time. This is best approached like a set experience—show up curious, commit to the progression, and let the sauces and preserved ingredients do the storytelling.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fermentation-driven tasting menu progression, House-aged jang courses (doenjang/gochujang variations), Finale rice + kimchi course
What Makes it Special: A fermentation-first Korean tasting counter built around house-aged sauces.
#8
Rao's
9.2
Rao’s is the tiny East Harlem Italian institution that’s nearly impossible to book, with just a handful of tables, celebrity-tinged regulars, and family-style service. If you can get in, it becomes a once-in-a-while romantic splurge built around classic meatballs, lemon chicken, and a room that hasn’t really changed in decades.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rao’s Famous Meatballs, Double Broiled Lemon Chicken, Seafood Salad
What Makes it Special: Tiny, reservation-locked Italian room where 120-plus years of regulars, family recipes, and stories make dinner feel like a private club.
9.2
An eight-seat Edomae omakase built around pristine seafood, immaculate knife work, and a calm, ceremony-forward pace. It’s a destination experience where every detail—rice temperature, seasoning, and timing—stays tightly controlled from first bite to tamago.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase nigiri progression, Seasonal otsumami, Tamago
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred Edomae omakase with precision rice-and-fish control.
#10
Sushi Nakazawa
9.2
An intimate, high-end sushi experience offering meticulous omakase prepared with precision, showcasing the freshest ingredients.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase, Uni, Toro
What Makes it Special: Sushi Nakazawa offers a world-class omakase experience with expert preparation.
#11
Sushi Sho NYC
9.2
A reservation-driven, chef-led Edomae counter where the defining move is precision: deeply considered aging, curing, and temperature control that makes each bite feel intentional. It’s a special-occasion format with high concentration—go in ready to follow the chef’s pacing and let the fish do the talking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Omakase progression, Kohada (gizzard shad) nigiri, Uni moment (seasonal)
What Makes it Special: Edomae technique-forward omakase with Michelin-level precision.
#12
Ai Fiori
9.1
Located within the Langham Hotel, this Michelin-recognized destination from Chef Michael White delivers refined French-Italian Riviera cuisine with impeccable execution. Handmade pastas and a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning list of over 1,000 selections elevate the experience, while the elegant dining room with Fifth Avenue views sets the stage for special occasions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sagne Pasta with Braised Rabbit, Hiramasa Crudo, Risotto ai Funghi
What Makes it Special: Michelin-recognized Riviera cuisine with Wine Spectator Grand Award wine program
#13
Aska
9.1
Aska is Brooklyn's only two-Michelin-star restaurant, where chef Fredrik Berselius channels Nordic technique and foraged ingredients in a dark warehouse beneath the Williamsburg Bridge. The long-form tasting menu leans into smoke, acidity, and texture while the team delivers quietly precise, highly choreographed service. It is the ZIP's most serious special-occasion room, with every detail tuned for once-a-year dinners.
Must-Try Dishes:
Langoustine with preserved spruce (seasonal course), Bladderwrack seaweed with blue mussel emulsion, Lamb heart with celery root and black currant
What Makes it Special: Brooklyn's only two-star Michelin Nordic tasting menu led by chef Fredrik Berselius.
9.1
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Birthday & Celebration Central
A Michelin-starred Korean steakhouse that marries Korean BBQ ritual with serious steakhouse precision—immaculate cuts, tableside pacing, and a polished, high-energy room. It’s at its best when you commit to a curated set and let the staff drive the arc from banchan into the beef.
Must-Try Dishes:
Butcher’s Feast, Korean BBQ bacon (thick-cut pork belly), Dry-aged ribeye (seasonal selection)
What Makes it Special: Michelin-level Korean BBQ with steakhouse-grade cuts and pacing.
#15
Daniel
9.1
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Birthday & Celebration Central
Business Lunch Power Players
Daniel is Chef Daniel Boulud’s flagship Upper East Side dining room, serving elaborate French-inflected tasting menus in a formal, white-tablecloth setting with a deep wine cellar. It’s the classic Lenox Hill choice for milestone dinners and high-end business entertaining, with decades of critical acclaim and a sustained 4.5-star reputation across thousands of reviews.
Must-Try Dishes:
La Bouillabaisse Royale, Roasted Elysian Fields lamb chop, Seared scallops with lemon–caper beurre blanc
What Makes it Special: Landmark French fine dining room pairing long-running tasting menus with polished, old-school hospitality.
#16
Gabriel Kreuther
9.1
Two-Michelin-star Alsatian-leaning French fine dining facing Bryant Park, built around immaculate technique and luxuriant sauces. The tasting and prix-fixe menus shine with seafood, game, and pastry that feel both classic and distinctly New York.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sturgeon & sauerkraut tart, Lobster with shellfish jus, Chocolate chiboust with seasonal fruit
What Makes it Special: Modern Alsatian French cooking with two-star precision in a soaring park-view room.
#17
Gramercy Tavern
9.1
A New York institution pairing market-driven American cooking with famously warm hospitality in a rustic-modern dining room. The tavern menu hits a sweet spot of refinement and comfort, while the tasting room leans more celebratory and chef-forward. Even with decades of acclaim, the kitchen still feels present-tense and alive to the season.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tavern Burger, Roasted Duck with seasonal sides, Sticky Toffee Pudding
What Makes it Special: A benchmark for modern American dining with uncommon hospitality polish.
#18
ITO
9.1
ITO is a 16-seat Tribeca omakase counter where chefs Masa Ito and Kevin Kim serve an extended progression of Hokkaido uni, aged bluefin, and precise nigiri in a dim, focused room. It functions as a destination sushi experience for guests who want an intimate, chef-driven meal rather than a scene.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hokkaido uni nigiri, Aged bluefin tuna nigiri, Uni and caviar rice bowl
What Makes it Special: High-end, chef-led omakase with meticulous Edomae technique in an intimate room.
#19
Jean-Georges
9.1
A two‑Michelin‑starred French restaurant from Jean‑Georges Vongerichten delivering refined modern French technique accented with global influences and impeccable service near Central Park. Its tasting menus and standout a la carte dishes make it a destination for special occasions and serious French dining in NYC. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Must-Try Dishes:
Egg Caviar Royale, Black Bass with Citrus, Brioche à la Truffe
What Makes it Special: Two Michelin stars and a landmark modern French tasting experience
#20
Kochi
9.1
Chef Sungchul Shim’s one-Michelin-star tasting counter turns Korean skewers into a refined, tightly choreographed progression. The courses move from delicate to smoky and rich, with technique and seasoning that stay unmistakably Korean.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal grilled skewer progression, Steelhead trout hwe course, Scorched rice custard dessert
What Makes it Special: A Michelin-starred Korean tasting menu built around skewers.
#21
Le Coucou
9.1
A classic-leaning French dining room that’s built around deep technique and refined sauces, with a pacing that rewards lingering over a full coursed meal. It’s the kind of place where the room, the service, and the kitchen’s discipline all line up—best approached as an occasion dinner rather than a casual drop-in.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poulet rôti in a brass pot, Bone marrow, Crème brûlée (seasonal variation)
What Makes it Special: Old-school French technique delivered with modern NYC polish and precision.
#22
Marea
9.1
A Michelin-starred Central Park South institution specializing in coastal Italian seafood with high-gloss technique. The crudo program and house-made pastas remain the calling cards, served in a power-dining room that feels celebratory without going stuffy. Expensive, but the kitchen’s precision keeps it destination-worthy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Fusilli with octopus and bone marrow, Crudo tasting, Gnocchetti with lobster
What Makes it Special: Seafood-driven Italian mastery in a Michelin setting.
#23
Saga
9.1
Saga is a two-Michelin-star tasting-menu restaurant perched on the 63rd floor of 70 Pine, where chef Charlie Mitchell now leads a seasonal, nostalgia-inflected menu served alongside sweeping harbor and skyline views. Guests come for long-form, special-occasion dinners that emphasize seafood, precise plating, and polished, choreography-level service in one of the most dramatic dining rooms downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tempura-style fried fish with seasonal garnishes, Cornbread topped with gold Osetra caviar, Tsuyahime dirty rice with Southern-inspired flavors
What Makes it Special: High-altitude, two-Michelin-star tasting menus with panoramic city views.
#24
Tsukimi
9.1
Intimate 12-seat kaiseki counter serving a seasonal tasting menu with modern technique and a quiet, speakeasy-like feel. Courses are precise and often playful, with pacing that makes the meal feel like a guided narrative. Best for a special-occasion splurge in the East Village.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal kaiseki tasting menu, Sablefish with konbu butter, Wagyu course (changes seasonally)
What Makes it Special: A Michelin-recognized kaiseki tasting in a 12-seat counter format.
#25
bōm
9
An intimate chef‑counter tasting experience from the team behind Oiji Mi, centered on dry‑aged wagyu grilled tableside and luxurious seasonal ingredients. The dramatic marble counter and open‑kitchen lighting make it a top pick for immersive, upscale Korean dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dry‑aged wagyu ribeye, King crab course, Uni & caviar appetizer
What Makes it Special: Chef‑counter wagyu grill tasting menu rarely matched in NYC Korean scene.
#26
Claro
9
Claro is TJ Steele’s Michelin-starred Oaxacan restaurant on the Gowanus side of 11215, built around house-nixtamalized corn, wood-fired barbacoa, and a deep mezcal list. Since 2017 it’s become one of Brooklyn’s most serious destinations for regional Mexican tasting menus served in a warm backyard-and-bar setup.
Must-Try Dishes:
Barbacoa de borrego with consommé, Mole negro with handmade tortillas, Memelas with house chorizo
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred Oaxacan tasting menus built around house-nixtamalized corn and mezcal.
#27
Delmonico's
9
Vibes:
Luxury Dining Elite
Date Night Magic
Business Lunch Power Players
Birthday & Celebration Central
Delmonico's is the reborn 19th-century steakhouse that helped define American fine dining, now serving dry-aged ribeyes, luxe eggs Benedict, and tableside classics in a wood-paneled Financial District landmark. With thousands of multi-platform reviews and nearly two centuries of history, it’s where power lunches and celebratory dinners overlap in a setting that still feels distinctly old New York.
Must-Try Dishes:
18oz Delmonico's Ribeye steak, Royal Eggs Benedict with lobster and caviar, Original Baked Alaska
What Makes it Special: America’s original fine-dining steakhouse, serving signature cuts and classics since the 1800s.
#28
Don Angie
9
Don Angie, opened in 2017 by chefs Angie Rito and Scott Tacinelli, serves inventive Italian-American dishes in a compact, highly sought-after dining room. A former Michelin-star holder and one of NYC’s hardest reservations, it’s known for showpiece pastas and rich, shareable mains.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pinwheel lasagna for two, Buffalo milk caramelle, Chrysanthemum salad
What Makes it Special: Signature dishes like the pinwheel lasagna and buffalo milk caramelle have become modern NYC Italian icons.
9
A formal, art-deco tasting-menu institution where precision and pacing are the product as much as the food. The room is built for milestone nights and high-stakes hospitality, with a choreographed service style that rarely slips.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal tasting menu (chef’s full progression), House bread + cultured butter service, Dessert course progression
What Makes it Special: A three-star-level tasting experience defined by choreography and detail.
#30
Estela
9
Opened in 2013 by chef Ignacio Mattos, Estela is a Michelin-starred Nolita dining room known for intensely flavored, shareable plates like ricotta dumplings and endive salad that have become modern NYC signatures. Strong multi-platform ratings, international press, and more than a decade of relevance make it a destination for serious eaters who want contemporary American cooking with Mediterranean leanings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Ricotta Dumplings with Mushrooms & Pecorino Sardo, Endive Salad with Walnuts & Anchovies, Bison Tartare with Sunchokes
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred, high-impact small plates that helped define modern downtown dining.
9
An upscale dining experience that focuses on farm-to-table New American cuisine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Farmhouse Chicken, Seasonal Vegetables, Baked Apple Tart
What Makes it Special: Refined farm-to-table New American fare with a luxurious setting.
#32
Gage & Tollner
9
Gage & Tollner is a restored landmark oyster and chop house in Downtown Brooklyn, known for impeccably cooked steaks, seafood and a Victorian-era dining room lit by gas lamps. Locals and destination diners use it for special-occasion dinners where classic preparations and polished service matter as much as the room.
Must-Try Dishes:
New York strip steak, Dry-aged ribeye, Baked Alaska
What Makes it Special: Historic Michelin-recognized chop house marrying landmark atmosphere with serious steaks.
#33
HOUSE Brooklyn
9
An intimate omakase-style tasting counter serving a refined multi‑course Japanese experience with seasonal ingredients and precise technique. Its limited seating and chef‑driven menu elevate any milestone celebration with memorable service and presentation.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal 10+ course tasting, Chef’s signature sashimi platter, Seasonal wagyu course
What Makes it Special: A chef‑driven multi‑course omakase in Greenpoint.
#34
JeJu Noodle Bar
9
Refined Korean‑style noodles and inventive small plates in a stylish West Village space — a Michelin‑starred reimagining of Korean comfort food. The toro ssam bap and handmade ramyun attract a loyal following for their bold technique and flavor. Perfect for a date night or special dinner out.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toro Ssam Bap, Gochu Ramyun, JeJu Fried Chicken
What Makes it Special: Michelin‑starred Korean noodle‑bar fusing tradition and high‑end technique
#35
Jungsik
9
Jungsik offers a fine-dining experience that reimagines traditional Korean flavors with contemporary flair. Known for its Michelin recognition, the restaurant is a destination for those looking for innovative, upscale Korean cuisine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hwae, Bulgogi Buns, Soybean Jelly
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred reimagining of Korean cuisine with a modern twist.
#36
Oiji Mi
9
A refined contemporary Korean dining experience offering inventive tasting‑menu dishes that balance traditional flavors with modern technique. Diners return for standout preparations like lobster ramyun and the signature Oiji bowl, and the polished setting suits special occasions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Oiji bowl (sea urchin & prawn), Chili lobster ramyun, Cheese‑stuffed chapssal donut dessert
What Makes it Special: Sophisticated tasting‑menu that reinterprets Korean flavors with refined technique.
Pearl Street Raw Bar & Restaurant is an intimate raw bar and chef's counter in DUMBO, built around pristine oysters, crudos and composed seafood plates. A reservations-only format, focused tasting-style menus and a strong wine list make it a destination for serious shellfish just off the cobblestones.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal East Coast oyster selection, Caviar Frito Pie, Chef's seafood tasting menu
What Makes it Special: Ten-seat raw bar where the chef builds seafood menus around daily market finds.
#38
Per Se
9
A landmark fine‑dining institution offering meticulous multi‑course tasting menus with sweeping views and refined service — a go‑to for once‑in‑a‑lifetime meals. The precision of execution and consistency night after night make it a standout even among NYC’s upper crust. Great for milestone celebrations or indulgent evenings.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal nine‑course tasting menu, Vegetarian tasting menu option, Wine‑paired dessert course
What Makes it Special: Meticulous multi‑course tasting menu with park views and stellar service.
#39
The River Café
9
The River Cafe is a landmark fine-dining destination cantilevered over the East River with floor-to-ceiling views of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. A jacket-required room, live piano, and a polished tasting-style menu make it one of the city’s classic special-occasion restaurants. Couples come here for once-a-year celebrations where the setting, service, and composed plates all feel deliberately theatrical.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seared Foie Gras, Rack of Lamb, Chocolate Brooklyn Bridge Dessert
What Makes it Special: Iconic waterfront fine dining with skyline views and formal romance.
Notable Picks
#40
Aquavit
8.9
Aquavit is a two-Michelin-star Nordic restaurant delivering precise, seasonal tasting menus in a sleek, quietly luxurious dining room. Chef Emma Bengtsson’s cooking leans on Scandinavian classics like gravlax and Swedish meatballs, reworked with modern technique and elegant plating for serious special-occasion dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Toast Skagen with shrimp and trout roe on brioche, Swedish meatballs with pommes purée, cucumbers and lingonberries, Chef’s tasting menu seasonal fish course (often North Sea cod or Arctic char)
What Makes it Special: Polished, modern Nordic tasting menus with two Michelin stars.
#41
Bar Miller
8.9
A micro-counter, high-intent sushi experience that puts craftsmanship first, where hand rolls and rice work feel deliberate rather than decorative. Come for a tightly choreographed meal and treat any roll course as a highlight—crisp seaweed, warm rice, and fish that tastes chosen, not generic.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal hand roll course, Chef’s nigiri progression, Tuna hand roll (when offered)
What Makes it Special: A tiny, high-craft counter where rice and fish are the whole point.
#42
Café Boulud
8.9
Café Boulud is Daniel Boulud’s Michelin-starred Upper East Side dining room, where a polished French brunch menu runs from truffled eggs Benedict to hanger steak and eggs. Locals treat it as the neighborhood’s special-occasion brunch, with white-tablecloth service, strong cocktails, and a room that still feels relaxed enough for late-morning celebrations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Café Boulud Eggs Benedict, Café Boulud Pancakes, Hanger Steak and Egg
What Makes it Special: Michelin-level French brunch with serious technique and polished service.
8.9
Chef’s Table at Brooklyn Fare is an omakase-style, seafood-focused tasting counter hidden in the back of a Hudson Yards grocery, now led by chefs Max Natmessnig and Marco Prins. Multi-course menus lean heavily on Japanese technique and pristine product, with meticulous pacing and polished service that make it one of Midtown’s most serious splurge destinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bluefin tuna taco, Uni and king crab course, A5 wagyu beef course
What Makes it Special: A Michelin-level, Japanese-leaning seafood tasting counter hidden inside a Hudson Yards market.
#44
Decoy
8.9
Basement-level sibling to RedFarm, Decoy focuses on Beijing-style duck dinners and polished Chinese small plates in an intimate, low-lit room. Cocktails, careful pacing, and consistently praised duck make it a destination for special-occasion Chinese in the West Village.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beijing duck prix fixe, Oxtail dumplings, Crispy fried fish skin
What Makes it Special: Focused Beijing duck experience with serious cocktails in a snug, clubby room.
#45
Dirt Candy
8.9
Dirt Candy is Amanda Cohen’s Michelin-starred vegetable tasting-menu restaurant, where seasonal dishes like asparagus lasagna reimagine pasta through a high-end, all-veg lens in a sleek Allen Street dining room. Open since 2008 and now firmly a Lower East Side institution, it’s the most upscale, reservation-only way to experience lasagna-inspired flavors in ZIP 10002.
Must-Try Dishes:
Asparagus lasagna from the seasonal tasting menu, Carrot pizza bite from the tasting progression, Potato sundae dessert
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred vegetable tasting menu where dishes like asparagus lasagna show how far plant-based cooking can go.
#46
Hirohisa
8.9
Since 2013, chef Hirohisa Hayashi’s Michelin-starred kappo counter has quietly served seasonal multi-course menus that lean into kaiseki-style technique rather than sushi. The serene, low-lit room and small dining counter make it one of SoHo’s most refined Japanese experiences for guests willing to invest in a long, carefully paced dinner.
Must-Try Dishes:
Corn and egg flan with uni, Roasted duck salad, Grilled Wagyu beef course
What Makes it Special: Michelin-starred kappo dining with intimate counter service and seasonally driven courses.
#47
icca
8.9
icca is a Michelin-starred omakase in Tribeca where chef Kazushige Suzuki folds subtle Italian touches into an otherwise orthodox Edomae progression. The counter leans luxurious and theatrical, with hairy crab-uni pasta, abalone liver nigiri, and deep sake pairings drawing diners who track the city’s top sushi bars.
Must-Try Dishes:
Hokkaido hairy crab and uni angel hair, Abalone liver nigiri, Japanese melon pudding dessert
What Makes it Special: Michelin-star omakase that layers Italian flourishes onto precision sushi.
#48
ilili Restaurant
8.9
A long-running NoMad standard for contemporary Lebanese cooking, where the mezze program stays sharp and the grill work is reliably polished. The dining room leans upscale without stiffness, and the kitchen’s track record since 2007 shows in the depth and consistency of flavor across the menu. A destination choice when you want Middle Eastern technique at big-room scale.
Must-Try Dishes:
Muhammara and hummus mezze spread, Lamb shank with spiced rice, Fried cauliflower with tahini
What Makes it Special: A flagship Lebanese table in NoMad with proven excellence at massive scale.
#49
Indian Table
8.9
Indian Table in Cobble Hill leans Goan, with a menu that mixes coastal curries, slow-cooked meats, and thoughtful vegetarian plates in a warm, tile-lined dining room. Chef Eric McCarthy’s Michelin-honed background shows in the balance of spice, acidity, and richness across both classics and regional dishes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Goan Fish Stew, Butter Chicken, Goat Biryani
What Makes it Special: Goan-driven menu by a Michelin-seasoned chef in Cobble Hill.
#50
Ishi
8.9
Ishi is an intimate omakase counter and tasting room where a multi-course nigiri progression and premium sake program bring a more formal sushi experience to 5th Avenue. The focus is seasonal fish sourced from Japan, precise rice work, and a quiet, composed room that suits serious sushi nights.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gokujo Nigiri Omakase, Ginmi Nigiri Tasting, Kanmi Sweets Course
What Makes it Special: A focused omakase counter where seasonal Japanese fish and premium sake are served in a calm, almost meditative setting.