New York is THE destination of the moment. Want to treat yourself to a trip to the bustling heart of the USA? Here are our eight favorites for sleeping and eating deliciously in Manhattan.
OCTO, the favorite
We fell in love with this address, although it is located in the tourist district of the Empire State Building. On the menu ? Authentic Chinese and Korean cuisine, but in an ultra modern and sophisticated place. We don’t miss their Peking duck for anything in the world, a real treat that we accompany with small dishes to share. Why not something you’re not used to eating? Like their jellyfish salad for the more adventurous, a red jellyfish marinated in a black vinegar sauce to die for. The address masters the seasonings wonderfully. Even the salad of pickled cucumbers and radishes – at first glance a little boring – is transformed into a real moment of grace with its incredible garlic sauce.
Or ? 1 East 33rd Street, New York 10016
Dante West Village, to taste a steakhouse
You definitely can’t travel to New York without trying one of their famous steakhouses. Except that this one goes completely beyond the stereotypical idea we have of it. At Dante West Village, you can enjoy ultra-tender meat cooked over a wood fire and charcoal oven. But not only. The address also gives pride of place to grilled vegetables and seafood. The Mediterranean-inspired menu borrows the codes of coastal cuisines from northern Spain and southern Italy. The address stands out above all for its cocktails, and its world-class martini and aperitivo bar. For lovers of Spritz and Martini, their menu revisits them both in every way possible and imaginable. Its big brother, the original Dante located in Greenwich Village, was voted best bar in the world in 2019 and best American restaurant bar at the Tales of the Cocktail Spirited Awards.
Or ? 551 Hudson St, New York 10014
Modernhaus Soho, for a show on the city
Because we don’t go to New York every day, we opt for a hotel that allows us to enjoy the experience 100%. In the heart of one of the most energetic neighborhoods in the city, we grab a room at the ModernHaus SoHo. A hotel directly inspired by the Bauhaus movement. So don’t be surprised to come across collections of works of art by big names like Hans Hartung, George Condo, Harland Miller, Jean Dubuffet or Hans Hofmann in the corridors or in your room. At the top, don’t miss their rooftop which offers a dazzling view of the city, with a cocktail bar and swimming pool of course. Look-wise, it’s everything we love: refined decor, neutral tones, noble and comforting materials… and this bed, what can we say about this bed!
Or ? 27 Grand St, New York 10013
Cucina Alba, for a piece of Sicily in Chelsea
Cucina Alba is the address that lets you experience the Italian dolce Vita in the heart of New York. The address recently nestled in the Chelsea district offers a real immersion in the setting of an old Italian film from the 60s, but in a hyper colorful and sophisticated version. Lush green plants, We sit at the bar to order one of their delicious Negroni or we dive onto a leather bench to taste some antipasti (notably their burrata with pistachio pesto and their artichoke alla giudìa) before moving on to the pasta (those truffles alone are worth the detour) and their tuna and salmon carpaccio. All served in pretty artisanal ceramic made in Italy and surrounded by lush plants. A getaway to Sicily we tell you.
Or ? 511 W 18th St., New York 10011
UNTITLED at 3 Freeman Alley, l’hôtel underground
At the end of a small alley filled with works of art, tags, stickers and green plants scattered here and there, we discover the Untitled hotel. Hyper underground decor, cappuccino lovers nonchalantly leaning at the bar and lobbyists with a rather relaxed style, we are in Chelsea. If the universe is totally arty or even a little rebellious, the rooms have been designed according to exquisite minimalism in monochrome tones. We admire the view of New York just a few steps from SoHo. Because what sets the hotel apart is also its impeccable strategic location, a stone’s throw from trendy bars, vintage boutiques or art galleries. We take the opportunity to take a look at their new rooftop, Unlisted, which just opened last summer and which offers a 360° panorama of New York.
Or ? 3 Freeman Alley, New York 10002
The Gardener, for starred dining
Want to treat yourself to the experience of a star in New York? At Le Jardinier*, you can taste the seasonal French cuisine of Michelin-starred chef Andrew Ayala, a disciple of Robuchon. All in a setting that immerses us in an oasis of greenery. It’s very simple, here, everything is reminiscent of nature: from the green-veined marble to the lush plant arrangements and the olive green velvet curtains. A world of absolute good taste imagined by multi-award winning interior designer Joseph Dirand. You will have guessed it, on the plate, seasonal vegetables, fruits and herbs are omnipresent, which does not also prevent meat and fish from having their place, all selected from carefully selected producers. shutter. For a complete experience, we try their “seasonal expression of winter” in 5 courses. Brined hiramasa with grapefruit, cabbage lasagna, poached lobster, duck and roasted salsify… with the final touch of an eye-catching trompe-l’oeil dessert: orange, chocolate sponge cake, orange cream and kumquat compote .
Or ? 610 Lexington Ave, New York 10022
Holiday Bar, for a return to the 2000s
On the corner of Downing Street and Sixth Avenue, the Holiday Bar displays its retro atmosphere through its large floor-to-ceiling windows. Return to the golden age of New York, in the nostalgic world of the eighties, between brutalist movement and Memphis Group style. We sit comfortably on the large beige benches and order one of their vast revisitations of the traditional martini. The menu features cuisines from around the world, from South-East Asia to Latin America, including Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean. The menu gives pride of place to seafood, but not only that. We taste their hearty crab and artichoke dips, their crispy rice with spicy tuna, their lobster pasta or even their generous lamb chops. The perfect place to kick off your evening.
Or ? 10 Downing St, New York 10014
The Peak, for a dinner above the clouds
More than just a restaurant, the Peak offers an immersive experience in its own right. Upon arrival, you are taken into dark corners until you reach an elevator. There, the show begins. We’ll be amazed by a light show that lets us predict the view we’ll have at the top. At the top, the spectacle is unparalleled. You are on the 101st floor of a Hudson Yard skyscraper. Goodbye to visiting the Empire State Building and its line of doggies. We sit down at the table and taste their 3-course menu based on local and sustainable products, imagined by their chef Rose Noël. A must-try right now: their “heritage carrots” made with Jersey Girl picota, cornage and citrus from Bhumi Farms in East Hampton. Hudson Valley foie gras is served raw and cooked, accompanied by blackberries, hazelnut rusk and Moscato. Special mention to their Maine lobster with coconut and lemongrass.
Or ? 30 Hudson Yards 101st floor, New York 10001
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