The Eighty Six Named No. 12 Globally on World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants List, Becoming North America’s Top Steakhouse

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The Eighty Six, the intimate West Village steakhouse from partners Tilman Fertitta, Eugene Remm, and chef-partner Michael Vignola of Catch Hospitality Group, has earned a remarkable distinction on the global culinary stage. The restaurant has been ranked No. 12 on the prestigious World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants list, making it the highest-ranked steakhouse in North America. Since opening in September 2025, The Eighty Six has quickly established itself as one of New York City’s most sought-after dining destinations, celebrated for its globally sourced steaks, in-house aging program, and a refined interpretation of the classic steakhouse experience.

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Located at 86 Bedford Street in Manhattan’s West Village, The Eighty Six occupies the historic former home of Chumley’s, a building deeply connected to the neighborhood’s cultural history. With only 35 seats, the restaurant offers an intimate dining environment that stands in contrast to the large, bustling steakhouses traditionally associated with New York City.

The restaurant’s rapid ascent in the culinary world is particularly impressive given how recently it opened. Within months of welcoming its first guests, The Eighty Six became one of the most coveted reservations in the city. Its recognition on the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants list further confirms the restaurant’s growing reputation among international dining enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. The ranking evaluates steakhouses worldwide based on factors including meat quality, sourcing practices, culinary execution, service standards, and overall dining experience.

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The vision behind The Eighty Six stems from a collaboration between experienced hospitality leaders. Tilman Fertitta partnered with renowned restaurateur Eugene Remm and chef Michael Vignola to create a steakhouse that honors tradition while presenting a more refined, modern approach to the category.

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Chef Vignola has emphasized craftsmanship and attention to detail as the guiding principles behind the concept. From the careful sourcing of beef to the precision involved in cooking each cut, every element of the menu reflects a deep respect for ingredients and technique.

“It’s incredibly humbling to be mentioned alongside some of the greatest chefs and restaurants in the world,” Vignola said. “We put so much care into every detail—from sourcing and aging to execution—and this recognition reflects the dedication and pride our entire team brings to the craft each day.”

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Central to the restaurant’s identity is its commitment to sourcing exceptional beef from producers around the world. Once the beef arrives, it undergoes an in-house aging process designed to deepen flavor and enhance tenderness. This careful aging program allows the chefs to develop complex flavor profiles that distinguish their steaks from those found in traditional steakhouses.

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Photo Credit: The Eighty Six

The restaurant’s menu also features refined sides and accompaniments that complement the steaks without overpowering them. Combined with attentive service and an intimate atmosphere, the experience reflects a modern interpretation of steakhouse dining.

Being named the No. 1 steakhouse in North America on the World’s 101 Best Steak Restaurants list places The Eighty Six among the world’s most respected steak destinations and reinforces New York City’s status as one of the global capitals of fine dining.