executive chef & co-owner, Le Bernardin (New York) · 16 picks
Where does Eric Ripert eat in New York? Eric Ripert has named 16 places in New York: Balthazar, Nubeluz, Le Veau d'Or, Peter Luger Steak House, ATOMIX and 11 more. Each one is listed below with the source, in their own words where they gave them.
Eric Ripert is the executive chef and co-owner of Le Bernardin, the Midtown seafood restaurant that has been the most decorated French kitchen in New York for three decades. This is the inverse of his own menu: sixteen places he named himself, gathered from his Michelin Guide city guide and a Cultured magazine round-up — a steak frites habit, a martini bar, and the Korean counter he shares with Boulud and Vongerichten.
I go to Balthazar two or three times a month with family or friends. I usually get steak frites, which are the best fries in New York.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
order: steak frites
Named it on Eating with Experts · read
I love Atomix because the refinement of the service, food, and Arts de la Table is unique.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
The food is exceptional, the service is always outstanding, and the wine list is excellent. On top of that, César has been a dear friend of mine for many years.
Said on Cultured · read
Daniel is the Upper East Side spot that I love to visit time and time again when I’m looking for a delicious, elevated meal.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
The setting at Saga is very special as you can see all of Manhattan.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
I go to Little Spain when I’m craving classic Spanish dishes that I would eat as a kid, like jamon or paella.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
Eleven Madison Park's vegan tasting menu is one-of-a-kind.
Said on Michelin Guide · read
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Published 2026-09-09 · updated 2026-10-21