French seafood · Midtown, New York City

Le Bernardin

Le Bernardin: French seafood in Midtown, New York City. Critics: 87% liked it, from 7 reviews (2012 to 2025). Order: Check the current prix fixe or tasting menu; the kitchen is built around raw and lightly cooked fish.

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Michelin 3★ (2025; 3★ since 2006)Chef's pick
Le Bernardin, New York City
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What to order

Check the current prix fixe or tasting menu; the kitchen is built around raw and lightly cooked fish.

Why go

A temple of fish cookery that has held three stars for nearly two decades.

Three Michelin stars, held since 2006, and one of the city's long-running fine-dining rooms for seafood. It is the place to book for a milestone dinner.

What the critics say

Critics: 87% liked it, from 7 reviews (2012 to 2025). Written up by Michelin Guide 2025, World's 50 Best Restaurants 2024, Time Out New York (La Liste 2026) 2025.

Address
155 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019
Neighborhood
Midtown
Price
$$$$
Hours
Mon-Thu 12-2:30pm and 5-10:30pm; Fri 12-2:30pm and 5-11pm; Sat 5-11pm; closed Sunday (per Michelin Guide) (as listed; check before you go)
Phone
+1-212-554-1515
Website
le-bernardin.com
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