New York City residents are accustomed to enjoying the finer things in life, like a plethora of options for exquisite cuisine. The James Beard Foundation is recognizing the drive and determination of these restaurants and their chefs by selecting some of our favs as finalists for the most coveted prize in the industry. These restaurants provide their guests with nose-flaring aromas, mouth-watering bites, and throat-soothing drinks on a regular basis.
Best New Restaurant
Locanda Verde
Marea
Outstanding Chef Award
Tom Colicchio with Craft
Outstanding Restaurant Award
Babbo
Daniel
Outstanding Restaurateur Award
Keith McNally (Balthazar, Lucky Strike, Minetta Tavern, Morandi, Pastis, Pravda, and Schiller’s Liquor Bar)
Outstanding Service Award
La Grenouille
Outstanding Wine & Spirits Professional Award
Paul Grieco with Hearth
Garrett Oliver with The Brooklyn Brewery
Outstanding Wine Service Award
Jean Georges
Rising Star Chef of the Year Award
Gregory Pugin with Veritas
Best Chef: New York City Award (for the five boroughs)
Michael Anthony with Gramercy Tavern
Wylie Dufresne with WD-50
Gabrielle Hamilton with Prune
Daniel Humm with Eleven Madison Park
Michael White with Marea
These world-renowned establishments achieve their success through elite standards that allow them to offer world-class meals and services. Our beloved New York City diners are surely pleased to know that many of their favorite haute spots are among those competing for such sought-after accolades. Congratulations everyone, and good luck on bringing home the prize.
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