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A Michelin star restaurant emanates an air of luxury, and New York City is no stranger to the Michelin Guide. Though there are already tons of NYC restaurants on the Guide, more continue to find their way onto the list, and if you’re looking for a new place to dine we certainly can trust the recs of someone whose job is to travel all over the country with one purpose: finding the best restaurants.

Earlier this summer the 2024 Michelin Guide New York was released, and eight NYC restaurants made the cut! The restaurants offer an array of cuisines, ranging from from Indian and Korean to Mediterranean and Mexican, and together they bring NYC’s total number of Michelin-recommended restaurants to 399.

To clarify: the addition of these restaurants doesn’t mean they’ve received a star, rather they’re recommended by the Michelin Guide team. 

The eight NYC restaurants recently added to the Michelin Guide are as follows:

1. Corima -Here’s How NYC Transportation Will Be Affected This Labor Day Weekend Mexican

The concept for Corima–which translates to “circle of sharing”–was born out of a desire for the northern region of Mexico, specifically the states of Sonora and Chihuahua, to be represented in New York’s culinary scene. Chef Fidel Caballero showcases his hometown in Northern Mexico through ingredients and techniques with the rough minimalism of the Chihuahuan desert as inspiration.

The guide writes how Chef Caballero “is not holding anything back” with cooking that is “singularly original and bold celebration of Mexican cuisine.” It suggests ordering the sourdough tortillas, Lobster Nicuatole, Black Cod with Salsa Veracruzana, and sweetbreads. And of course you’ll want to pair your meal with something from their selection of Mexican spirits and natural wines.

3 Allen St.

2. Four Twenty Five – Contemporary

If you need a reason to go to Midtown let it be this: the elevated, contemporary restaurant that is Four Twenty Five. Jonathan Benno and Jean-Georges Vongerichten are the ones behind the restaurant, which emphasizes and devotes significant resources to work with local farmers at the Union Square Greenmarket, sustainable seafood suppliers, ethically raised poultry, and meat and local artists.

Influences from all over, from Italy and France to Asia, make their way onto the menu. Dishes include Foie Gras Terrine, Charred Marinated Jurgielewicz Duck Breast, Maine Lobster, Corn Agnolotti, and Silken Tofu & Coddled Egg.

425 Park Ave.

3. Foxface Natural – Creative

Foxface Natural is a natural continuation of Foxface sandwiches with wine, a wood burning kitchen, and a creative menu that changes daily. The Michelin guide writes, “There are few rules at this easygoing East Village standout, which has no trouble taking risks. The eclectic menu sources local, watches the seasons carefully, and does what it pleases.”

Some of its out-of-the-box dishes have included Percebes (Goose Barnacles), Kangaroo Tartare, BBQ Boer Goat, Oven Roasted Quenelles, Purple Clams, and Apricot & Sichuan Peppercorn Sorbet.

189 Avenue A

4. Vert Frais – Japanese

This menu at this white-walled, botanical-themed Long Island City café certainly does not seem like it fits the aesthetic of the space, but one thing is true: you’ll be pleasantly surprised by its menu of Japanese bites.

The guide writes, “The classic shio ramen is a must, the broth fragrant and deep with smoky, charred slices of cha-shu and crunchy bamboo shoots. Thin slivers of sushi-grade salmon laced over a mound of warm rice with scallions and topped with poppy ikura are also a source of easy comfort.”

43-10 Crescent St.

5. Tolo – Chinese

Tolo comes from Ron Yan, a Chinese chef that has spent the past decade working in NYC’s culinary scene. The menu features a range of familiar Chinese dishes from raw seafood to noodles and Typhoon Shelter style chicken amidst vintage furniture and the backdrop of an open kitchen.

The Michelin Guide refers to it as “one of the most exciting restaurants in Chinatown in recent memory,” adding, “With so much to order, your small table fills up quickly, and the small dining room gets busy in a hurry. It’s all part of the charm.”

28 Canal St.

6. Kanyakumari – Indian, Regional Cuisine

In a sea of coastal Italian restaurants dotted around NYC, Kanyakumari specializes in coastal Indian. The restaurant is named for the city at the southernmost tip of India and features a menu of bold flavors that emphasizes seafood, putting their own personal spin on tried-and-true dishes.

Dishes include Mussels Koliwada, Steamed Prawns, Slow-Cooked Black Gold beef, Baby Goat, and much more.

20 E. 17th St.

7. Café Carmellini – Mediterranean Cuisine, American

Situated inside the Fifth Avenue Hotel, Café Carmellini is the signature restaurant of James Beard Award-winning chef Andrew Carmellini. Here, the fine dining menu is a modern, sophisticated marriage of Italian and French cooking with a classic New York sensibility.

The guide writes, “dishes…whiff of the Mediterranean, as in the Crab Mille-Feuille, a neatly arranged tower of delicate wafers and sweet crabmeat in a golden-yellow Meyer lemon sauce. Scallops Cardoz…features beautifully seared bivalves with a turmeric-tinted and warmly spiced coconut milk sauce. The Squab en Croûte pairs rich and rosy breast meat and seared foie gras in a thin layer of pastry.”

250 Fifth Ave.

8. Coqodaq – Korean

COQODAQ is your newest chance to try fancy fried chicken right here in NYC. Visionary and award-winning restaurateur Simon Kim brings his Korean heritage and philosophy as inspiration to “start [a] journey towards creating better fried chicken.”

Their star item known as “The Bucket List” which almost seems like an upscale version of an American KFC bucket. The $38 menu item comes with Chef SK’s two favorite styles of crispy chicken–original and soy sauce garlic glaze, along with a Gochujang glaze add-on option, along with an assortment of delectable treats like pickled seasonal vegetables, scallion salad, cold perilla soy sauce noodles, and a soft-serve frozen yogurt dessert.

12 E. 22nd St.

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Earlier this year, Only Love Strangers made its debut on the Lower East Side. Introduced by the team behind The MáLà Project, the sultry underground lounge became a hub for cocktails, cozy conversations and live jazz well into the night. Now, the team has taken over the upper level of the building, hoping to create a day-to-night experience under one roof. Welcome to Comida Corrida (200 Allen Street).

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Now open, Comida Corrida seeks to evoke the vibrancy of Mexico blended with the bustling energy of New York. Inside, the color palette of its downstairs sister lounge carries over, but only a little bit, with deep blue booths found in alcoves and near the stairwell, offset with adobe pink walls and pops of art. At the helm is chef Alberto Gomez. Hailing from Acapulco de Juárez, chef Gomez is paying tribute to his family’s recipes while drawing inspiration from the rich Mixtec and Zapotec influences of Oaxaca.

As to what kind of food the restaurant will be serving, the answer lies in the name. Translating to “a meal in a hurry” or “food in a run,” the phrase “comida corrida” relates to a type of meal found in Mexico. Catering to workers who are unable to travel back home to eat, the three-course meal is often made up of soup, rice or pasta and a main dish. At the restaurant, the meal is more of a feast, starting with a clear soup chock full of vegetables alongside a full range of sides including rice, beans, curtido (a tangy cabbage slaw) and hot sauces. Three handmade tortillas are also served to go with a choice of main, ranging from carnitas and simmered pork feet to the fresh catch of the day. Oh, and the price will only set you back $26. If your appetite isn’t that large, dishes à la carte are also an option, with Esquites served in corn husks, Mushroom Tlayudas and the Vuelva a la Vida, a spicy seafood ceviche nestled inside a bowl of ice.

But before you venture down to the blue room for cocktails in the basement, just wait—the Mexican restaurant has plenty of libations to hold its own. Spins on the classics including the Blackened Martini with an infused olive brine of jalapeño, cilantro and cardamom. While juleps here are stirred with mezcal, carob molasses, raspberry, and xocolatl bitters, topped with a full bushel of fennel that we may or may not take home after finishing our drink.

If you need more of an excuse to plan a visit, the restaurant will be hosting an open-ish bar today through the weekend starting today at 5pm. All you have to do is tag them on social media and purchase an appetizer or entree for free drinks from the open bar menu (aka select beers, wine, sangrias and flavored margaritas). Cheers to that.

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For many, Labor Day weekend means the last hurrah of summer and NYC goes all out with parties, parades, fairs, and more. But with the three-day weekend also comes something else: transportation changes. The MTA has officially released its official Labor Day Holiday Weekend Service Schedule, highlighting service changes across New York City Transit, Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, and Bridges and Tunnels.

So if you’re planning on using public transportation this weekend–which we have a feeling you’ll need to with all the city’s fun happenings–be sure to check the following schedule first:

New York City Transit

On Saturday and Sunday both the subway and NYC buses will run on a regular weekend schedule. On Labor Day, Monday, September 2, both will run on a Sunday schedule. This means there will be no service on the ​​ B, W, and  Z​ trains, no express 6 ​or 7 ​trains, and no express ​ F trains in Brooklyn.

As always, be sure to check any signage displayed around your local subway stations as last-minute changes can always occur. And you can always check your line’s service status online.

Long Island Rail Road

• Saturday, August 31 – LIRR will operate on a normal Saturday schedule
• Sunday, September 1 – LIRR will operate on a normal Saturday schedule
• Monday, September 2 – LIRR will operate on a weekend/holiday schedule

Additional trains on the Montauk Branch will also run for those traveling to and from the Hamptons on Labor Day. To plan your trip, consult the TrainTime app or check service status online.

Metro-North Railroad

Metro-North will have service adjustments on both the East and West of Hudson Lines for the Labor Day weekend.

On Friday, August 30, additional “early getaway” trains will operate on the New Haven, Harlem, and Hudson Lines to give New Yorkers a head-start on their holiday weekend. On the Harlem Line, Metro-North Railroad will operate two early-getaway trains from Grand Central:

• 1:15 pm train – will stop at Harlem-125th Street, operate express to White Plains, and make all stops to Southeast, except Mount Pleasant
• 1:49 pm train – will stop at Harlem-125th Street and make all stops to North White Plains
• 5:27 pm train to Southeast – will not operate

More info on this exact schedule can be found here.

Bridges and Tunnels

Daytime scheduled maintenance requiring full lane closures will be suspended beginning at 1 pm on Friday, August 30 through 6 am on Tuesday, September 3.

You can find the MTA’s full Labor Day Holiday Weekend Service Schedule online here.

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We’ve long told you New York’s barbecue scene is on and cookin’. Nowadays, it is relatively easy to find pit masters within our concrete jungle, grilling it up with the best of them. And guess what? Even Texas agrees.

Doing the Lord’s work of journalism, Texas Monthly searched the country for the travel-worthy, Texas-style barbecue outside of the Lone Star State. Thirty-seven states and 149 barbecue spots later, the publication dropped a comprehensive list of the best places to find Texas-style cue’, with three New York barbecue spots making the cut.

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Most notably, the Dominican-meets-barbecue spot, Bark Barbecue, received a nod from the Texas-based outlet. Located inside Time Out Market New York, the barbecue stall is known for merging Texas and Dominican flavors and for its usage of oregano and dried ancho powder seasoning found on its briskets and sides. But the biggest shoutout (for them and for us) goes to the fried goodness that is the chicharron. 

“While smoked sausage and pork ribs are on the menu, the Dominican-style smoked chicharron is the must-order. The skin-on pork belly is smoked until tender, then fried so the skin puffs up like crackling. A bite isn’t complete without a squeeze of lime,” said the publication.

Additionally, Red Hook’s Hometown Bar-B-Q also made the list, thanks to its thick slices of pork belly pastrami, baby back ribs with a char siu glaze and rib tips made better thanks to a jerk marinade. But here, the straight-up classics knock it out of the park.

“The Texas basics are equally impressive, such as the hearty pork spare ribs, the peppery brisket, and one of the few beef short ribs I’ve found outside of Texas that can rival Louie Mueller’s.”

By the way, the no. six spot goes to Southern Junction in Buffalo. There, James Beard-nominated chef Ryan Fernandez blends Texas-style cue’ with flavors from his homeland of India, dubbing his fare as “Texas BBQ with a Kerala connection.” While classics like the brisket, ribs and hot links are done well, the publication says, “…the real reward is in items like brisket biryani and the barbecue foldie, a paratha (Indian flatbread) filled with smoked and pulled beef shoulder, mixed with caramelized onions, garam masala, and a coconut curry sauce.

And yes, while Texas barbecue is often the blueprint for many grill masters, New York has plenty of barbecue spots with an international tilt that are sure to get your mouth watering. Grab your bibs—we’ve got some eatin’ to do.

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