Consolidated "Best Restaurants in the World" thread
Jan 12, 2016, 12:55 am
#632
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Have heard nothing but great things about Ledbury, also heard people talk about it possibly moving up to 3 star. I'm hoping it does so in the next guide, that would be great timing for us 
A big reason why we didn't decide to go to AD was the fact that a lot of people seem to think it's not a big deal, plus the food doesn't seem as exciting as GR or Ledbury.
A big reason why we didn't decide to go to AD was the fact that a lot of people seem to think it's not a big deal, plus the food doesn't seem as exciting as GR or Ledbury.
As for Dinner, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal there, but with one caveat - I don't consider it a true fine dining experience, and the fact it has two Michelin stars and ranked what, number 7 in the world? is somewhat of a mystery. I would consider it more of a novelty meal, and go in with that mindset.
Jan 12, 2016, 1:29 am
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The Ledbury is indeed fabulous - about as close to a perfect dining experience as I've had.
As for Dinner, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal there, but with one caveat - I don't consider it a true fine dining experience, and the fact it has two Michelin stars and ranked what, number 7 in the world? is somewhat of a mystery. I would consider it more of a novelty meal, and go in with that mindset.
As for Dinner, I thoroughly enjoyed my meal there, but with one caveat - I don't consider it a true fine dining experience, and the fact it has two Michelin stars and ranked what, number 7 in the world? is somewhat of a mystery. I would consider it more of a novelty meal, and go in with that mindset.
Jan 12, 2016, 2:03 am
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Jan 13, 2016, 2:54 am
#635
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in NYC for only 2 nights in March. if we can't get into eleven madison park - what would people recommend? wanting a degustation and fine dining (it's the start of our honeymoon)
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Jan 13, 2016, 7:51 am
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Personally I liked Jean George and Per Se. Le Bernadin is also fine, but not as good as the 2 mentioned before. Also a big fan of Marea (2 star) and Daniel (now 2 star). Daniel is the most elegant of the restaurants. It was great when we visited but I heared itīs inconsistent the last time. Marea is the most relaxed. You canīt really go wrong with each of them.
Jan 13, 2016, 8:44 pm
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Gramercy Tavern has always been stellar when I have gone. It may have 'only' 1 Michelin star, but it is consistently excellent. Much more of a NYC experience than EMP itself is (they are changing their menu, too - less food, higher prices).
Juni - another 1-star Michelin restaurant that is sublime. Best foie gras torchon / terrine I have had anywhere.
If you are looking for a cost-efficient tasting menu, I would recommend Contra in the Lower East Side. Their seasonal menus are fantastic, very well-thought out (including the drink selections), and at $65-70 for a tasting menu per person, is a great deal.
And because it is a play on words for your ask, Degustation in East Village does a fantastic degustation menu of tapas! Perhaps the only time you will eat tapas while sitting around the kitchen watching the magic happen in front of you.
TBH, NYC has so many fantastic spots that it is hard to go wrong. But I think the secret is not simply going somewhere based solely on Michelin stars (although, on that point, Chef's Table is rated properly for an incomparable experience) - on that count, New York has some real gems that you can discover otherwise.
Jan 13, 2016, 9:10 pm
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Jean-Georges is my favorite, I also enjoy Per Se. I'd stay away from Daniel though.
Jan 16, 2016, 7:08 pm
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One of the other 3 stars
Personally I liked Jean George and Per Se. Le Bernadin is also fine, but not as good as the 2 mentioned before. Also a big fan of Marea (2 star) and Daniel (now 2 star). Daniel is the most elegant of the restaurants. It was great when we visited but I heared itīs inconsistent the last time. Marea is the most relaxed. You canīt really go wrong with each of them.
Personally I liked Jean George and Per Se. Le Bernadin is also fine, but not as good as the 2 mentioned before. Also a big fan of Marea (2 star) and Daniel (now 2 star). Daniel is the most elegant of the restaurants. It was great when we visited but I heared itīs inconsistent the last time. Marea is the most relaxed. You canīt really go wrong with each of them.
Why these restaurants have all these michelin stars is hard to understand.
Jan 17, 2016, 3:02 am
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Pizzeria? Didnīt see any Pizza. Sure we visited the same place? Also I canīt understand why so many people think NYC-Restaurants donīt deserve their stars.
Jan 17, 2016, 9:38 am
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Have been to some pretty good restaurants, but nothing with more than one Michelin star. Going to London the middle of February and have reservations at Gordon Ramsay, The Ledbury and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal. Really looking forward to it, and it will be interesting to see first-hand exactly what it is like.
Jan 17, 2016, 10:29 am
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Jan 19, 2016, 5:55 pm
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+1. This place is definitely NOT a pizzeria...it is situated slightly below ground level on Central Park South. The space has a quiet, modern feel to it, and I fondly remember Marea - aside from the great food - for introducing me to the best white wine I can recall drinking (2009 Prima Terra Carlaz Vino da Tavola Bianco).
Jan 21, 2016, 2:04 pm
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+1. This place is definitely NOT a pizzeria...it is situated slightly below ground level on Central Park South. The space has a quiet, modern feel to it, and I fondly remember Marea - aside from the great food - for introducing me to the best white wine I can recall drinking (2009 Prima Terra Carlaz Vino da Tavola Bianco).
Jan 21, 2016, 2:31 pm
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