Craft is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

1. Craft

9.0
43 E 19th St (btwn Park Ave S & Broadway), New York, NY
American Restaurant · Flatiron District · 126 tips and reviews

How To Make It In AmericaHow To Make It In America: Does the Top Chef still come here to cook? Who knows, who cares, you're here for the Experience. If it's too full or too pricey, nearby Craftbar is more generous with space and price. [BlackBook] Read more.

OdoOdo: Top Chef standards, the sirloin and bone marrow a must just superb, the lamb loin excellent, service spot on. Full review... Read more.

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Tom Colicchio is a Top Chef. I'd definitely recommend going here at least once.

Daniel is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

2. Daniel

9.0
60 E 65th St (btwn Park & Madison Ave), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Upper East Side · 191 tips and reviews

EpicuriousEpicurious: A classic French restaurant at its best, its famous chef adds unusual twists and influences to traditional techniques. If a full-course meal isn't your style, dine a la carte in the lounge.

BravoBravo: I don't think food gets better. From start to desserts, coupled with the service, you come out feeling like a million bucks. -Yigit Pura, Top Chef Just Desserts

BravoBravo: Fine dining at its finest. Impeccable details and flavors.-Kenny Gilbert, Top Chef

Pig and Khao is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

3. Pig and Khao

9.1
68 Clinton St (btwn Rivington & Stanton St), New York, NY
Filipino Restaurant · Lower East Side · 307 tips and reviews

Charles B.Charles B: Leah (of Top Chef season 5 making out with ultimate unworthy winner Josea fame) is kicking ass at one of my favorite new LES spots. 2 words: pork. jowls.

Serious EatsSerious Eats: A Top Chef contestant's spin on Thai and Filipino cooking to mixed results. While some dishes don't live up to their inspirations, others are spicy and bright.

Noah W.Noah Weiss: This is the Momofuku of Filipino food, from a top chef runner up. Order the entire menu, especially the ribs, everything with pork, the coconut rice, and the sisig. Unlimited beers from a keg for $15.

Kitchen Arts & Letters is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

4. Kitchen Arts & Letters

9.3
1435 Lexington Ave (at E 93rd St), New York, NY
Bookstore · Upper East Side · 18 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: The best selection of cookbooks from all around the world. They always have the newest and latest in stock. -Mike Isabella, Top Chef

BravoBravo: Cookbook heaven. I could spend a fortune here and they will find you obscure books.-Wylie Dufresne, Top Chef

Pame R.Pame Rubio Piña: Amazing 🙌🏼 Love this place it has a wide variety of books, a must for all the food lovers

Catch is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

5. Catch

8.4
21 9th Ave (at W 13th St), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · Meatpacking District · 328 tips and reviews

amNewYorkamNewYork: EMM Group’s multi-level seafood restaurant is helmed by “Top Chef” winner Hung Hunyh. The menu will be New American, inspired by Asia and the Mediterranean.

Michelle C.Michelle C.: Meatpacking Seafood rest from Top Chef Winner (Hung Huynh)- try crab stuffed calamari

CompassCompass: Top Chef winner Hung Huynh helms the award-winning seafood hotspot, turning out family-style, Asian-flavored takes on classic seafood dishes.

Flex Mussels is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

6. Flex Mussels

154 W 13th St (btwn 6th & 7th Ave), New York, NY
Seafood Restaurant · West Village · 177 tips and reviews

nymagnymag: This new offshoot of the UES mussels mecca has new dishes and a Top Chef: Just Desserts pastry chef! Read more.

PricePrice: The Top Chef dude here makes some obscene donuts. Save room.

Mark G.Mark Gracia: Get the Maine mussels, delicious broth left after the mussels is great with the bread

Kenneth Cole is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

7. Kenneth Cole

8.1
595 Broadway (W Houston), New York, NY
Boutique · SoHo · 10 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: I love the clothes, service and vibe while in the city!-Kenny Gilbert, Top Chef

California GirlCalifornia Girl: First stop for shopping whenever I am in town. Great service and the stylists always remember me. Thank you Jose, et.al.!

Christoph'e L.Christoph'e Langston: All bags have a lifetime warranty on them :)

Añejo is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

8. Añejo

8.0
668 10th Ave (at W 47th St), New York, NY
Mexican Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 137 tips and reviews

Don G.Don Garmon: WOW! This place is hopping on a Sat night. Be sure to get a res in advance. Great food brought from Top Chef alum Angelo Sosa (cutie!)

The Culinary Institute of AmericaThe Culinary Institute of America: You may recognize Executive Chef & Co-owner Angelo Sosa from Top Chef. He's a CIA graduate! Read more about him here: Read more.

Harish H.Harish Hoon: Great weekend brunch options

Bouley Botanical is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

9. Bouley Botanical

7.7
281 Church St (White Street), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Tribeca · 4 tips and reviews

JamesBrownInMiamiJamesBrownInMiami: Beautiful Special Private Dining Experience Space with delicious organic foods grown on site and prepared by famous celebrity Chef David Bouley.

David B.David Bouley: Nutrient dense organic menus with options for vegetarians, vegans, gluten free Private Event Space, catering, lectures and demonstrations

Ms H.Ms Helene: Sponginess GF gnocchi with truffle oil. Perfect wine pairings.

Jean-Georges is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

10. Jean-Georges

8.4
1 Central Park W (btwn W 60th & W 61st St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Lincoln Square · 286 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Perfect fine dining. Polished, yet relaxed. Jean George changed American cuisine with his use of acid and spice. -Seth Caro, Top Chef Just Desserts

BravoBravo: Not only is Jean-George a great chef, the food is elegant and perfect. If you are looking for a great experience this is the place to be. -Tamesha Warren, Top Chef

BB M.BB Madiloggovit: The best restaurant in the world by 3 Michelin stars chef

Red Rooster is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

11. Red Rooster

8.6
310 Malcolm X Blvd (btwn W 125th & W 126th St), New York, NY
Southern Food Restaurant · Central Harlem · 554 tips and reviews

Christopher T.Christopher Tai: Chef Marcus Samuelsson really shows why he won Top Chef Masters and his brilliance at Red Rooster Harlem. Top 3 things for dinner are the Fried Yardbird, the cornbread, and the Mac & Greens!

CompassCompass: Jerk catfish sandwiches and oxtail stew are among the ways that celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson’s take on American comfort fare gives equal nod to his ethnic roots and present-day neighborhood.

Es C.Es C.: Mac & Greens really good, but White Sangria AMAZING!!!

Sushi Nakazawa is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

12. Sushi Nakazawa

9.2
23 Commerce St (btwn Bedford St & 7th Ave S), New York, NY
Sushi Restaurant · West Village · 221 tips and reviews

Douglas EllimanDouglas Elliman: A 10-seat sushi bar with a 21-course meal by famous chef Daisuke Nakazawa, featured in “Jiro Dreams of Sushi.” We are blown away by the carefully crafted and impeccably fresh pieces of sushi.

Tarnima S.Tarnima Sabed: there will come a time, where you'll get 5 options for a handroll course. Do ask for the chef's choice (special roll). which could end up being the Blue Fin Toro or something else that's amazing!

The New YorkerThe New Yorker: Shauna Lyon on this new West Village sushi restaurant: “The parade of nigiri—bite-size slices of fish on top of vinegar-seasoned rice—will lull you into an appreciative stupor. ” Read more.

Per Se is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

13. Per Se

8.4
10 Columbus Cir (at W 60th St), New York, NY
French Restaurant · Hell's Kitchen · 197 tips and reviews

BravoBravo: Kevin Sbraga loves this place! -Kevin Sbraga, Top Chef

BravoBravo: My dining experiences at Per Sé have been totally sensational and demonstrate why Thomas is called one of the top chefs in the world. -Thierry Rautureau, Top Chef

LuxuryManPlanetLuxuryManPlanet: Be surprised each single day ! The three Michelin stars Chef has never cooked the same dishes since the opening of the restaurant, 8 years ago ! A MUST in creative cuisine...

Spice Symphony is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

14. Spice Symphony

8.1
182 Lexington Ave (b/t E 31st & E 32nd Sts.), New York, NY
Indian Restaurant · Rose Hill · 49 tips and reviews

Spice SymphonySpice Symphony: OFF THE MENU -" Shrimp Piri Piri" ( Spicy Shrimp in cider vinegar,curry leaves and Goan Chillies) Or for New Delhi Chat - Ask our Crafty Celebrity Chef to prepare .

Zaarath P.Zaarath Prokop: The dal is delicious. Fragrant and well made. Get the garlic naan, it was fresh and paired well with the lamb. Yum.

Daniel G.Daniel George: the chicken is incredibly tender and moist. try the chicken biryani or tikka masala. some of the best biryani I've tried.

BLT Steak is one of The 15 Best Places for Famous Chefs in New York City.

15. BLT Steak

8.6
106 E 57th St (at Park Ave), New York, NY
Steakhouse · Midtown East · 97 tips and reviews

Durga U.Durga Usagi: take it easy on the popovers! omg SOOOOO good and we could have mad a meal out of JUST the starters!! SOOOOeffin great great drinks great service!!! cant wait to see which top chef is runnin the show!

M W.M W: Yes, the popovers are amazing. Otherwise, erratic service & the room is LOUD. Fresh fish, GREAT short ribs & solid wine list. Not the best steak in the city but good choice for meetings & occasions!

Michelle M.Michelle Mu: save a little space for dessert and you will be amazed.