Le Bernardin

Eric Ripert can do no wrong at the 20 year-old Le Bernardin, originally opened by Brittany-born Maguy le Coze with her brother, Chef Gilbert le Coze. When Gilbert passed away, Ripert took over and has only elevated the cuisine even more. This is one of the best places in New York City to go for an elegant lunch in Midtown.

Le Bernardin

155 W. 51st St., New York, NY 10019; (212) 554-1515