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These past few months have been full of exciting new restaurant openings across the NYC food scene, and we’re eager to share them with you!
In this seasonal roundup, we’re highlighting the latest openings featuring Sam Tell clients. Check out this season’s picks below:
Fall 2024
Photograph: La Tete d'Or | Website
La Tete d'Or
La Tête d'Or is renowned chef Daniel Boulud's first steakhouse, offering a unique blend of French tradition and classic chophouse flavors. The restaurant beautifully reflects the harmony between Boulud's French heritage and his life in New York City, combining his signature culinary style with the bold elements of a traditional steakhouse. The menu features luxurious seafood options like crudo, caviar, and towers of king crab, clams, and oysters, but the real highlight is the meat. With eleven expertly prepared steaks, including a 45-day aged Rib-Eye and a Prime Rib Trolley served table-side, La Tête d'Or offers a refined yet approachable dining experience that’s a must for steak lovers in New York.
Photograph: Casa Tua | Website
Casa Tua
We’re thrilled to welcome Casa Tua to the NYC dining scene! Originally founded in 2001 in Miami Beach, Casa Tua was designed as a place where friends, family, and guests from around the world could come together and enjoy great food in a relaxed yet sophisticated setting. With over 20 years of experience, Casa Tua brings a warm, welcoming vibe to every meal, whether it’s a comforting pasta or a decadent dessert. Since its Miami debut, Casa Tua has expanded to Aspen, Paris, and even launched its Italian kitchen, Casa Tua Cucina. Now, with its latest location in New York, Casa Tua offers a delicious escape right in the heart of the city. Whether you’re stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you’ll always feel right at home and treated to a true taste of Italy.
Photograph: Crane Club | Website
Crane Club
Known for her two Michelin stars and a four-star review from The New York Times, Melissa Rodriguez brings her exceptional culinary talent to Crane Club. After a remarkable career that includes time at Daniel Boulud’s Restaurant DANIEL and Del Posto, Melissa partnered with restaurateur Jeff Katz to open Al Coro, which earned two Michelin stars just months after opening. Now, with Tao Group Hospitality, they’ve created Crane Club, a vibrant new spot focusing on open-fire cooking, grilled meats, seafood, and a remarkable 1,000-bottle wine list. Crane Club is set to be a standout in NYC’s dining scene, combining Rodriguez’s culinary expertise with an exceptional dining experience.
Photograph: Aqua NYC | Website
Aqua NYC
Aqua New York, located in the heart of Flatiron, offers a unique dining experience with a fusion of contemporary Japanese and Italian cuisine. Guests can choose from two distinct restaurants—Aqua Roma for Italian classics and Aqua Kyoto for Japanese delicacies—enjoying both or focusing on one. The menu allows diners to mix and match, with favorites like the signature sushi platter and Italian entrées, so if you can't decide what you want for dinner - this is the spot for you! Both cuisines emphasize fresh, seasonal ingredients prepared simply to highlight their natural flavors, making Aqua a standout destination.
Photograph: Flyfish Club NYC | Website
Flyfish Club NYC
Flyfish Club is the world’s first members-only private dining club, granting access through the purchase of an NFT on the blockchain. Founded by Gary Vaynerchuk, chefs Josh Capon and Conor Hanlon, and CEO David Rodolitz, Flyfish Club offers exclusive culinary, cultural, and social experiences. Spanning 11,000 square feet, the club features luxury dining with a focus on seafood, including raw bar selections, sushi, and specialty dishes like lamb lollipops and burrata with caviar. Members can enjoy a restaurant, lounge, private dining room, and an omakase counter.
Photograph: Cha Cha Tang | Website
Cha Cha Tang
Cha Cha Tang, a downtown hotspot by Wilson Tang and John McDonald, brings together New York and Hong Kong Cantonese flavors under the expert guidance of Executive Chef Doron Wong. The menu features a tempting variety of dim sum, noodles, rice dishes, and chef specialties, including the signature Roasted Cantonese Duck. Their curated wine list and selection of Asian whiskies perfectly complement the cuisine. Enjoy al fresco dining on the patio or choose from private and semi-private dining options for any occasion.
Photograph: Minetta Tavern, DC | Website
Minetta Tavern, DC
Keith McNally, known for creating buzzy spots like Balthazar and Pastis in New York, is bringing his signature style to Washington, D.C. with Minetta Tavern. This new location offers the same classic New York City tavern vibe as its Greenwich Village counterpart, including the iconic Black Label burger. However, the D.C. version also features a luxurious upstairs lounge, the Lucy Mercer Bar, serving martinis, champagne, and refined bites in a plush, early 20th-century inspired setting. With a no-phones policy, the bar creates a sophisticated space for guests to unwind. Minetta Tavern D.C. promises a blend of old-world charm and modern elegance, making it a must-visit destination in the city.
Photograph: Hudson Club | Website
Hudson Club
Hudson Club, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, offers an elevated dining experience with a modern twist on classic New York sophistication. Designed by Legeard Studio, the venue features an intimate, stylish atmosphere perfect for enjoying expertly crafted cocktails and a menu by acclaimed Executive Chef John DeLucie. With a focus on Classic and Contemporary American cuisine, along with an extensive seafood selection, Hudson Club provides a refined yet approachable dining experience that’s quickly becoming a standout in NYC's vibrant food scene.
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