New York City Michelin Guide 2024: The Hottest New Additions
Introduction
The New York City Michelin Guide has announced the addition of 11 new restaurants to its list of recommended spots. These restaurants have all landed on the "recommended" portion of the guide, putting them in the running to earn Bib Gourmand or Star awards later this year.
The New Additions
Blanca
Blanca, a 12-seat tasting counter in the back of Bushwick’s buzzy Italian restaurant, Roberta’s, reopened in January of this year with chef Victoria Blamey at the helm. Blamey breathes life into the space with a well-curated tasting menu informed by her Chilean heritage, including Dungeness crab empanadas, grilled dry-aged pheasant and oyster with kalamansi cream.
Eulalie
Tribeca’s Eulalie is the type of four-course, French prix fixe that helps New Yorkers remember a more personable period in fine dining—when menus were handwritten and reservations were made only by phone (yes, with a human being on the receiving line).
Ilis
Ilis is a new Scandinavian concept diving into the ecology of food. Guests choose from a list of ingredients on the Market Menu, each of which comes prepared as an à la carte dish, or the chef’s Field Guide tasting menu. The moody atmosphere gives way to sustainable, wild-caught fare and unlikely accompaniments such as a hybrid citrus comprising mandarin and kumquat.
Le B
From chef Angie Mar infuses the culinary influences of her Chinese heritage with traditional French in this Greenwich Village gem. Luxe blue velvet and white tablecloths provide a sumptuous setting for rich, flavorful plates, such as the bluefin tuna and hamachi, crêpes Suzette, "rabbit drowned in wine" pasta or "Duckling and the Cherry Tree" with cherries flambé.
Massara
Massara focuses on the Campania region of Italy with shareable plates Michelin calls "strong and clever." Housemade pizza and pastas grace the menu with poetic spins, such as the "If Pasta Fredda Was Eaten in Amalfi," a swirling pile of cold noodles with almond, gambero rosso and ricci di mare.
Penny
The sweetly named Penny offers an abundance of seafood. Michelin praises the space for its stuffed-squid with harissa, exquisitely-sourced raw bar offerings and wax beans with katsuobushi. Plus, for its distinctly ocean-based menu, the restaurant has a quality champagne and white wine list, poured icy.
Sailor
Sailor in Fort Greene pulls its rank with simple dishes served during the lunch and dinner sets. Roasted almonds with garlic and rosemary, Caesar salad and eggs with celery salt speak for themselves. Other, more lavish choices include the $120 steak frites with béarnaise or roast chicken with yogurt and jalapeño.
Sushi Sho
Chef Keiji Nakazawa’s Sushi Sho leapt into Michelin’s most recommended list and was declared "an omakase like no other." The highly anticipated Japanese restaurant just came to New York City this year, but the chef already operates 20 esteemed sushi destinations throughout Japan.
Tadhanà
Tadhanà is the first restaurant from the acclaimed Frances Tariga, formerly the private chef for the royal family of the United Arab Emirates. The tasting menu highlights the diverse cuisine hailing from the Philippines’ 7,000 islands.
Tha Phraya
Heading west of the Philippines for some Thai on the Upper East Side, the guide welcomes Tha Phraya to the list for its family-style curry from Phuket, Northern Thai sausage spring rolls and specialty cocktails honoring Thai temple festivals.
Ying Tao
Chic Chinese dishes inspired by owner Bolun Yao’s grandmother are prepared with French flair at Ying Tao. Chef Jakub Baster plays with texture and taste with his modernized twists on silky soy, noodles, rice and proteins.
Conclusion
These 11 new additions to the New York City Michelin Guide 2024 offer a diverse range of cuisines and dining experiences. From sushi to seafood, French to Filipino, there’s something for every palate and preference.
FAQs
Q: What is the Michelin Guide?
A: The Michelin Guide is an annual guidebook that reviews and rates restaurants, hotels, and other travel-related establishments.
Q: How are restaurants selected for the Michelin Guide?
A: Michelin inspectors visit restaurants anonymously and evaluate them based on factors such as the quality of ingredients, technique, presentation, and consistency.
Q: What is the difference between a Bib Gourmand and a Star award?
A: A Bib Gourmand is an award given to restaurants that offer good value for money, while a Star award is given to restaurants that offer exceptional cuisine and service.
Q: Can I make reservations at these new restaurants?
A: Yes, reservations are available at most of these restaurants. It’s recommended to book in advance, especially for popular restaurants.
