The 15 Best Restaurants In North America
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The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list is a world renowned collection of the top 100 restaurants around the world excelling in food and service, as chosen by an elite group of epicurean professionals (chefs, critics and restaurateurs). Using the 2015 list as a guide, we’ve compiled the top 15 restaurants in North America. Don’t forget that reservations are either required or highly recommended for any of the establishments listed below.
Eleven Madison Park, New York, NY, USA
Eleven Madison Park, New York, NY, USA
Co-owned by Daniel Humm and Will Guidara, Eleven Madison Park is a fine dining gem located in the culinary haven of NYC. The interior, with its gorgeous décor, lofty ceilings and white tablecloths, along with the service and food is all exquisite, leaving guests wanting for nothing. The menus available are seasonal tasting menus with seven to nine courses, allowing guests to taste the very best of local ingredients.
Eleven Madison Park, 11 Madison Ave, New York, NY, USA, +1 212 889 0905
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Le Bernardin, New York, NY, USA
Restaurant, French
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In addition to being on the 50’s Best list, Le Bernardin has also received many other accolades over the years, including three Michelin stars since 2005 and the only restaurant to maintain four stars from The New York Times throughout five reviews. First opening in Paris under Gilbert and Maguy Le Coze, it arrived in NYC in 1986. Today, Chef Éric Ripert is at the helm and is creating mouth watering dishes, with an emphasis on seafood, all of which can be enjoyed in the beautiful modern dining space.
Alinea, Chicago, IL, USA
Diner, Restaurant, Contemporary, American, Vegetarian
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Biko, Mexico City, Mexico
Restaurant, Mexican, Spanish, Vegetarian
Per Se, New York City, NY, USA
Restaurant, French
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Specializing in contemporary French-American cuisine, Per Se, in NYC, is the mastermind of Thomas Keller. At the helm of this three Michelin star venue is chef de cuisine Eli Kaimeh, who along with his team create incredible nine course tasting menus brimming with innovative recipes all made with the best seasonal products. The interior is equally impressive with an elegant atmosphere featuring breathtaking views of Central Park.
Blue Hill at Stone Barns, Pocantico Hills, NY, USA
Restaurant, Market, American
The French Laundry, Yountville, CA, USA
Diner, Restaurant, French, Vegetarian, Vegan
A restaurant from Thomas Keller and with three Michelin stars, The French Laundry is an iconic restaurant located in Napa Valley’s Yountville. Tucked inside a 1900 building originally constructed as a saloon, the restaurant exudes charm, and for over two decades now, it has been delighting guests with a refined palate looking to savor the best ingredients. Something unique about The French Laundry is that no ingredient is repeated on any menu twice, providing a unique flavor profile with each course.
Saison, San Francisco, CA, USA
Restaurant, Contemporary, Healthy, North American
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As the name suggest, Saison – French for ’season’ – specializes in seasonal cuisine of the New American variety. An unpretentious fine dining establishment this restaurant offers guests a multi-course menu, which often changes to showcase only the best and freshest Northern California ingredients available. Due to its exquisite fare and outstanding service, the Michelin guide awarded Saison the coveted three stars, plus it has garnered many other accolades.
The NoMad, New York, NY, USA
Restaurant, American
Momofuku Ko, New York, NY, USA
Bar, Market, Restaurant, Asian, American
The Restaurant at Meadowood, St. Helena, CA, USA
Diner, Restaurant, Wine Bar, Bar, Contemporary, American, Vegetarian, Gluten-free
The recipient of the coveted three Michelin stars, The Restaurant at Meadowood succeeds in giving guests exquisite fare and top notch service. Located at Meadowood, a resort located in St. Helena, this fine dining destination offers modern American fare made with seasonal, sustainable ingredients from local sources with whom they build relationships. The Restaurant offers three dinner menus Tuesday through Saturday: a three course menu available only at The Restaurant Bar, a tasting menu, and a Counter Menu available in the kitchen – an experience like no other.
Coi, San Francisco, CA, USA
Restaurant, Contemporary, North American
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Putting a modern spin on seafood dishes, Coi is a fine dining destination located in the North Beach District of San Francisco. At the helm is Executive Chef Matthew Kirkley who, along with his esteemed culinary team, create luscious dishes for dinner Thursday through Monday. The menu often changes to reflect only the best ingredients on offer. Between the beautifully plated dishes and excellent service, Coi has earned the restaurant two Michelin stars, making it an epicurean’s dream.
Daniel, New York, NY, USA
Restaurant, French
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For an atmosphere that exudes elegance, top-notch service, and fine French cuisine, then Daniel in New York City is a must visit for a meal you are sure to remember. Chef Daniel Boulud’s restaurant is located on the Upper East Side and offers seasonal contemporary French fare and an exceptional wine list all within a neoclassical-styled interior adorned with contemporary décor.
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