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Le Bernardin
Eric Ripert's Midtown seafood restaurant has held three Michelin stars for years and remains a benchmark for refined French cooking with fish.
At a glance
- Type
- French seafood fine dining
- Area
- Midtown, New York, United States
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
- Official site
- le-bernardin.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Three Michelin stars
- Tasting menus
- Private dining
Why we recommend it
Le Bernardin opened in New York in 1986 and, under chef Eric Ripert, has become the city's reference point for seafood cooking. It holds three Michelin stars and a four-star New York Times rating, and the kitchen's approach is precise and restrained, letting fish and shellfish lead with delicate sauces and broths.
The dining room on West 51st Street is calm and formal, and the experience is built around set and tasting menus that change with the seasons. Reservations open well in advance and go quickly, especially for dinner. Smart dress is expected, and the location is a short walk from Rockefeller Center.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
Le Bernardin FAQs
How many Michelin stars does Le Bernardin have?
Three.
Who is the chef?
Eric Ripert leads the kitchen.