Le Bernardin
French
155 W 51st St, New York, NY, 10019 | Phone: (212) 489-1515
Restaurant Information
- Prices $$$$$
- Reservation Reservations Required
- Location Between 6th (Ave of the Americas) and 7th aves; in Equitable Building.
- Parking No self-parking
- More Information Entertainment
- Cuisine French
AAA Diamond Program
Leading-edge cuisine, ingredients and preparation with extraordinary service and surroundings.
Presentation, Ingredients, Preparation, Menu
Attentiveness, Knowledge, Style, Timeliness, Refinement
Style, Materials, Tables, Seating, Ambience, Comfort
AAA Diamond Inspector Notes
Considered one of the premier seafood restaurants in the world, Le Bernardin delivers an emotional and lasting impression. Renowned chef Eric Ripert and the culinary team expertly prepare seafood presented in sections titled Almost Raw, Barely Touched, and Lightly Cooked. Tasting menus offer the full experience, while lunch remains a splendid and well-priced alternative. Dining among a global elite, guests encounter an elegant, formal setting paired with refined service that is genuinely hospitable. Signature dishes include sautéed Dover sole, charred octopus, and poached lobster with truffles, all seasonally prepared with luxurious yet light sauces. Timeless sophistication defines the dining room, highlighted by a wall sculpture resembling fish scales and an oversized ocean painting paying homage to the sea's rich bounty. This timeless eatery stands as an essential New York destination for seafood lovers.
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