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New York, New York County, New York, US
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Phone: +1 212-226-1444
Site: http://www.ateranyc.com/
Site: http://www.ateranyc.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:Closed
- Tuesday:5–8:15PM
- Wednesday:5–8:15PM
- Thursday:5–8:15PM
- Friday:5–8:15PM
- Saturday:1:30–8:15PM
- Sunday:Closed
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Visit: June 2021. 4.5 stars. Liked most of the dishes except for the last two dessert courses. Fine dining at its best. Service was attentive. Not many seats, view of the open kitchen. Well paced.
We had a fabulous evening at atera. We sat at the bar and each of the chefs took turns serving courses, and each was friendly and welcoming. The food was exquisite with the caviar, beef cheek, and duck breast courses being the stand outs. But what really made the evening was the wine pairing, guided by the sommelier Dan. The pairing was exceptional. Each wine was delicious on its own and then transformed by the food. Dan was happy to answer questions about the food and wine, and really made the evening special.
Our dinner there was amazing. I went other times years ago. The meticulousness about phones, refreshing the bathrooms between uses, and synchronized service wasnt there like I remembered. Nevertheless, it was still a great meal and memorable experience... Im just being nostalgic. I want to thank the team there for accommodating us and making our celebration memorable!!! I tried their temperance menu and it was wonderful. It was so fun seeing them make my craft mocktails!
We had an amazing experience at Atera. The food was delicious and they mastered all their sauce. We even asked for spoon so we can get all the sauce on the dish. The pacing was very good too. We were there from 5:15 to close to 8 pm but didn’t feel like we were there for three hours! My favorite was caviar and egg with bonito sauce, which was a surprise because I don’t usually like caviar. I asked chef not to use dairy because of my dietary restriction and they made separate sauce for me. We asked when will the menu change and the chef said if we come tomorrow, he will make different dish for us. Can’t wait to go back to Atera again.
Came here on my birthday, food was amazing. I’ll be back again.
Great experience but for as far as the food goes i would not go again. Was expecting more!
What an amazing experience. Not only was the staff nice but the food was amazing. I would wholeheartedly recommend this restaurant for the food and attention to detail.
There’s no way you can’t rate this place 5 stars. Everything is perfect!They’ll welcome you with a glass of champagne.Their food mix a lot of different flavors you wont imagine how good they taste together.Service is beyond spectacular, they take care of everything.They only have like 14 spaces and everyone has the same menu, so you need to book in advance otherwise you won’t find sitting.There’s no ad or sign outside the place, but they really don’t disappoint!!!Chef Ronny Emborg makes a great job here!!
I had an amazing experience at Atera from the moment I stepped into the restaurant til the moment I left. The service at this place is beyond amazing. Every gesture was with a professional touch and a warm smile. They tirelessly refill your water glasses and re-steep your tea. They clean your tabletop if its in any way dirty. They even give you hand warmers on your way out!Their every dish showed the level of finesse and quality they bring. For example, I ordered their toasted buckwheat tea, and they actually prepared it how its supposed to be prepared; they warmed the tea cup with warm water first before steeping and pouring tea into it so the tea doesnt cool too quickly. The most impressive for me was the lobster dish with trout roe and carrot, which came with a bisque that was warmer than the lobster but not too warm so the fresh roe can be enjoyed properly. I also loved their halibut with brown butter. I believe they butter-poached it and it was just so silky and melted in your mouth.Overall, I really enjoyed their menu as well as their service. The place has a warm ambiance and although fancy, its not pretentious. Im not surprised they have two Michelin stars.
Hands down one of the best dining experiences I have had. I first visited atera two years ago, and then again more recently. The service and quality of food has not wained over this period, and this dining experience continues to be one of the best in the world. The room is romantic, the bathroom has the best artwork, the music keeps you energized and is at the perfect sound level for allowing easy conversation, and the roughly 20 course meal is both beautiful and delicious. Shouldnt be long till they get their 3rd Michelin star.
Great place, delicious and creative food and very cool service. They serve remarkable non alcoholic drinks. Book a place at a chefs counter!
Exquisite! Perfection! Brilliant! What a joyful, mouth blowing, delightful dining experience. I was wowed with every single bite. The attention to detail is unbelievable. The perfect synchronization of the staff is simply on point and effortless the entire team is flawless. The FOOD-OMG there are NO words to describe.Everything was beyond heavenly.I cannot wait to eat here again. Thank You to all of the talented, amazing people that created this level of excellence in dining. Just WOW…I feel blessed.Also, Derrick is the perfect element to the team. He is very happy, friendly, and authentic. He happily answered all of my questions.I also recommend the 1996 Chateau Duhart-Milon.Thank you so much to this entire team! Everything exceeded my expectations!!!!!!
5 stars are not enough. Tiny restaurant with more staff than diners. The requisite menu is a reminder of the leap in standards between a one-star Michelin kitchen and this two-star. There is only one menu - the tasting menu - and it’s a feast for the eyes, the palate and the mind. Chef Ronny watches over his crack team. We visited on my wife’s birthday and they could not have been more welcoming.
Creativity at its peak summarizes chef Ronny Emborg’s 17 seater dining experience. Every dish is packed with intense flavour. Service was seamlessly perfect, friendly and efficient. Decor and ambiance was warm and elegant. This was the best dinner experience I had in New York.
Atera was a trip in a wonderland of food! Every plate was amazing! Ive never had caviar served warm with caramel and felt like being on a warm beach in the summer! An elegant beach indeed...the langoustine was a piece of art and the tenderloin was done to perfection! The cooking and portions are rich but still left us with space for two desserts and the babka was heavenly indeed...the wine pairing was a joy! The smells of the different wines were as good as the taste! A great sommelier...and to top it with the best espresso by Michael and Diana...thank you guys for sharing your beautiful kitchen with us...
Fabulous tasting menu, and nice wine pairing. Expensive, so every few years at most.Visit the bathroom for kinky Tintin paintings by Ole Ahlberg.
This is long overdue - what a beautiful experience: from my communication prior to our arrival from Kansas City to making every single detail perfect for my husband’s birthday! We felt so welcome by Matthew and the entire dining experience just blew us away! The food was beyond incredible but the service was what made it unforgettable; seamless with attention to minute detail, unobtrusive yet attentive at the perfect moment. They got this down to a science. This deserves more than two Michelin stars ;)
Genuinely delicious food with a superb juice pairing program. The food here certainly justifies its Michelin stars, shown in the picture is the langousinte cooked to perfection with the foam that really acts in concert. The real star for us was the juice pairing. They are all picture perfect and taste as good as they look, but whats rare its the witty word play that can leave you with a smile. Think “Champine” that starts the meal, which is a sparkling pine juice, or the Côte de Beets which is rich and flavorful and pairs with the main meat dish. The service is also really good and professional. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a good Michelin Starred meal.
One of the best restaurants in Ny for sure. Somewhere between 2-3 Michelin stars for me. Incredibly imaginative dishes with quality ingredients. Definitely get the temperance pairing, best drink pairing that I’ve ever had.
Fantastic, creative meal and immersive experience. We really enjoyed our time. Perfect for a special occasion.We returned again this year and had another, maybe even better, meal which is hard to imagine since our first time was so fantastic. Worth the price of admission!
As a foodie and a 30-year hospitality professional, this experience was absolutely fascinating! It felt a little Eyes Wide Shut when I first arrived; a very small, intimate dining area (there were only 17 guests for my seating), and the staff was completely silent in front of us in the beginning. Service was flawless, and the team moved effortlessly among each other for 15 courses. A great ballet, and amazing to watch. The cuisine was creative and flavorful (think Kaluga caviar paired with a quenelle of pistachio gelato and IPA), but I cant honestly think of a single course that I would request again. This show was all about the ceremony of the service and plate presentation. I opted for the coursing paired with wine, and I enjoyed several varietals Id never tried before; Bosco (blended with Vermentino) from Cinque Terre in Northern Italy, Mencia from Ribeira Sacra, Spain.
I really loved the ambiance and service at Atera. That really lived up to expectation. The chefs and staff were all super friendly and unafraid to joke around with us.Unfortunately, the food just didnt live up to its reputation. The food just wasnt at the caliber that youd expect at a 2 Michelin-starred restaurant. Quite far from it, in fact, with some dishes. Id recommend spending your money elsewhere. Plenty of other much more amazing dining experiences in NYC.In addition to the tasting menu, we went with the wine pairing. The wine pours were super generous, and my friend and I were definitely suuuper tipsy by the time we left (nearly 4 hours later).Here was our menu:1) Lime snow and juniper2) Watermelon radish, finger lime, salmon on a seaweed tart3) Kushi oyster with pickled radish and dashi4) Applewood bacon puff with green apple jelly5) Caviar with pear cream and pistachio ice cream - Unexpected combination of ingredients, but quite delicious. And I dont even like caviar6) Scottish langoustine with granny Smith apple rolls and shaved foie gras, with walnut sauce. Disappointing. The langoustine was very well prepared, but the shaved foie added very little to the dish.7) Halibut with cauliflower puree and Irish mist flowers and white soy, ginger, and miso sauce. A very solid dish8) Farm egg yolk with squid and shrimp consumé9) Whole wheat rye sourdough bread with housemate butter (chives and broccolini, cheese cream)10) Pretzel roll with cheese stuffing11) Celery root (roasted for 3 hours) with Parmesan cream and lavender and rosemary. This was the chefs most favorite dish. I thought it was just so-so12) Guinea hen with haricot beans and potato sauce13) Bison tenderloin with oxtail sauce and pickled onion and zucchini14) Skyr yogurt with pumpkin skin, raisin, and crisp with mandarin sauce15) Banana roasted for 3 hours, served with bourbon and ice cream16) Petit fours
What a fantastic dining experience! Everything was meticulously crafted and served for an amazing eating experience. The service was impeccable and friendly with every attention to detail you could think of. The clear ice cubes that are hand cut are outstanding
The service at Atera was phenomenal. The staff was attentive but not pushy. Knowledgeable but with a dash of banter ready at hand. All served to make dining at Atera a wonderful experience.The food was fantastic. From the Bread and Butter, to the Caviar and beyond, there was a wonderful touch to everything.The menu for the particular night was heavy on the vegetables and seafoods. I found everything to be light, but left feeling satisfied.While pricey, the wonderful staff, and delectable menu made for a thoroughly worthwhile dining experience at Atera.
I literally cried.. the food was so good (No joke!) and the wine pairing was exquisite. There is a beautiful effort & intention & thoughtfulness that goes into this gastronomic experience. The overall experience is unique and wonderful and I very much appreciated that quality. Enjoy!
The level of service is impeccable! I cant say enough good things about the staff and the whole experience. The ambience is so unique and the kitchen is incredibly attentive to food aversions or restrictions. Plus the temperance pairing is SO amazing and worth every penny.
More of a way to scam rich people out of $800 than a restaurant. Food was ok. Waiter was a snotty 40something hipster. Head chef stares you down like he wants to fight you while youre eating. Weird experience
EVEN ON THE EVEof the great closure - a Friday second seating with half the coveted dining slots open - the restrained exuberance of the staff and their craft ambitions were fully felt, admired and savored over three hours. We took the marvelous pairings, including a skillful and broadening Temperance Pairing that may be best of breed, to my tongue. The food varied in small portions and was heightened by the beverages. The space is intimate, with the chef and cooking staff at the heart of a U-shaped counter for a heavy dozen and only half occupied. The servers included the chefs, in white, and others in black, who moved in and out and behind as though choreographed. It is sad to think this enterprise is dark these days. May we all be safe until next time.
Everything from beginning to end was an amazing experience. Too many dishes to list as favorite! The Pistachio IPA stuck out to me. I got the reserve wine pairing which was heavenly
The mainstay spot on the Michelin list year to year is definitely well deserved. Inventive combinations of the most delectable flavors and ingredients. Delicious!
From the moment I arrived until the last bit of the birthday treat given to me, the dining experience was exquisite. Every bite was wonderful and the staff was attentive and friendly. It is well worth making a reservation and trying a tasting menu .
We didn’t expect to pay 700 dollars to be offended.Food is good, but not great. I can’t name any course after coming back home. Chefs and staffs are very nice except for one. I was intimidated by his speaking tone and attitude. (Yeah, I didn’t expect that) .Let’s hope no one else’s night would be ruined by this “high standard restaurant”.Update: I talked about my disappointing experience with my friends and they immediately got who was I talking about. And they also mentioned the “strangely cold” attitude of this particular employee.
The experience wasn’t necessarily bad but the meal in itself left something to be desired. The wine sommelier was extremely pretentious and strange, believing of course that anyone dining must have absolutely no knowledge of wine. Confused by his attitude.
This place is nothing but a through disappointment. Being a Michelin 2-star for years, I’m not comparing it to Chef’s Table which seems a bit unfair, but any random NYC restaurant with $100 pp can easily beat it from any perspective - ingredients, service, and environment etc. (I saw flies over the counter more than twice lol). I find it ridiculous that the only impressive dish is steamed egg with caviar. The first appetizer - over-sour jelly seems to only cover the unfresh smell of an extremely small sized oyster. And the rest 80% of ingredients - frozen scallops, over-salted halibut, and pork belly (seriously? LMAO) only state how urgently the chef needs to re-create the entire menu set. Please, just pouring the Japanese sukiyaki sauce (or whip cream) out of a pot doesn’t make it anything close to molecular at all. And forget about the wine steward - he literally solicited a third time even when there were still two full glasses on each side of us - with the exact same words as if he’s the worst actor in the universe - is there a so-called KPI on it? And when I told him explicitly that I already felt a little dizzy, he went “well you can always bring home whatever you can’t consume here” OMG he literally made me laugh. Why don’t you just bring that attitude home as well? Honestly the entire experience even made me question the authority of Michelin as a general guide. No I would not recommend it at all and please spend your $300 pp + tax + tip (yes they dare to ask for it now) + alcohol somewhere else worth it.
Atera was wonderful!!! Every dish was thoughtful, surprising in a good way, and delicious. We left extremely satisfied. They were extremely accommodating of my gluten and allium allergies. The ingredients were fresh and high end. Service was excellent and friendly.
AMAZING 2* Michelin restaurant. Food and experience outstanding. Highly recommend
Incredible food! Hats off to the chef who has an innovative cuisine combining fresh and seasonal ingredients and subliming each ingredient.The temperance accompanying the food was the best part of the dinner. The “fake whisky” was surreal, completely out of this world! Amazing how they achieve such a complexity of flavours in that one drink. The sommelier did a great job. The waiters however are a bit intrusive. Service has to be perfected. Tenderloin melted in our mouths. I have never tasted fois gras that well prepared In my life, ans the oyster and caviar starter was smartly put together. Lemon and dulce de leche dessert was to die for!
The lighting says it all. Here, the food is the supreme star.Imagine a dining experience in which the verbal minutiae of your cohorts is actually silenced for nearly 2 hours. Atera courageously emphasizes the experience of tasting, supported by stunning plated visuals. We actually gasped as several of the 18 courses arrived, though I lost count due to flavor swooning. Menu changes daily- be fearless.This is everything that dining out should be.Thank you, my Social Media Phobic friends (you know who you are)- your dining gift to this NYC Artist is being reviewed as: Financially Generous with Stupendous Feasting.
Just okay. For the price you can get better. Atomic and Jean Gorges come to mind as better places
Very classic but modern elegant place to dine. They have a good taste in wine, good quality.and of course the menu is unique.
This was by far the most incredible culinary experience Ive ever had.
What an amazing experience. This meal has been the highlight of our trip to the city and the meal of a lifetime! Truly an all encompassing sensory experience as advertised. We left feeling giddy and overwhelmed with such an amazing experience. Wonderful, attentive, and thoughtful service coupled with culinary genius! Thank you for such a special experience.
Ive been to many michelin starred restaurants and this is the first one I have to leave a comment about the service.While the chef was serving other table desserts, one of the male employee came to serve ours. The other parties were filming it so I guess we could also film it but noooo. He remains his poker face and coldly says No filming. Okay, I can do that.Then, after we finish our meal, someone asked one of the female employee to take a photo of her and when we asked her to do the same favor for us (which she kindly agreed), that male employee came and yelled at her, No! xxxxher name I am shocked not only because we are being treated differently but also his attitude towards both the customer and his fellow staff.On our way out, we asked the female employee if there is regulations saying no photo and she said no. That male employee came and dropped a few words without even looking at us, Oh its a gas device and filming can be dangerous. Dude... I believe you can do better than this...The chef is really kind and you can certainly tell his passion in the food. Sorry I have to rate one star to raise concerns for he really ruined the night.
Atera has really amazing food and service. I have been twice and they definitely do not disappoint. My husband and I travel a lot and this one is definitely one of our favourites.
Good food and excellent service, but hard to find location. I would recommend an evening seating as Saturday lunch seemed underwhelming and poorly attended.
Reopening after the 2nd Covid lockdown, the open kitchen design and the 25% occupancy limit creates an even more spaceous atmosphere. The service, amazing as ever, has not declined.I was quite enjoyed the selection of a dozen small courses, immaculately prepared and presented. But that isnt what impressed me:Although I am not a vegetarian, I was surprised to see the chef gladly adjust the tasting menu for the couple seated to my left, to their immense praise. I have only been able to find one Michelin vegetarian restaurant in my travels over the past 5 years (in Wien), and I sympathise with their normally offered limited selection of uninspired salads.I thoroughly enjoyed this excellent meal, (along with the vegetarians next to me) and I cannot wait to return.2021 02 13. M2.
What a wonderful experience. When we arrived we were approached and addressed by our names, which is so intimate and special. The decor is beautiful and elegant. With only 18 seats available, youre front and center with the chefs and just a few others as they prepare your food. The music is awesome, as they have a great playlist playing with all genres of music. Everyone in the restaurant from the staff to chefs are professional, friendly and knowledgeable. The food dishes are unique, presented beautifully and delicious. We also enjoyed the wine pairing option which was a fantastic addition to our meals. Youre served 18 courses and each dish is better than the next. Youre not given a menu, which is exciting because every dish is a surprise. They cater to your dietary needs and still present a fabulous dish.We will absolutely be back and soon too. We have been to restaurants all over the world, including those that are Michelin starred and this place is definitely right up there, if not better.Thank you for an amazing experience and we cannot wait to enjoy an experience (because thats exactly what this is) again.
Loved the dining experience here. Definitely a special occasion restaurant. Theres only 12 seats at the bar and youll be up close to the chefs as they plate and prepare almost 20 dishes for you. My standout dishes of the night were the razor clams and the Skyr dessert. The biggest miss for me was the dessert crepe ( could be because it had cilantro in it, and Im not a fan of cilantro). Service was impeccable and the flavors were interesting and surprising. I enjoyed this a lot more than I did my dining experience at Eleven Madison!
One of my favorite restaurant in the city. Food is astonishing. And dinning at the bar in a two stars Michelin restaurant is a lot of fun. You can see amazing chef in action. I loved it.
Creativity at its peak summarizes chef Ronny Emborg’s 17 seater dining experience. Every dish is packed with intense flavour. Service was seamlessly perfect, friendly and efficient. Decor and ambiance was warm and elegant. This was the best dinner experience I had in New York. Very interesting taste associations and experience. Great service (4 in the kitchen, 5 more for the service... for 16 guests!)... all with a smile and a subtle way to personalize their attention to your needs. Great setting as well. Only regret is for desserts... good but not matching the level of other parts.
We had dinner at Atera on our last visit to New York City and it was a truly outstanding experience. First, we really enjoyed the dining room set-up which wraps around the kitchen as it gave us a prime view into the food preparation process. Service was also friendly and attentive and the soundtrack playing into the background curated by one of the Maitre D really helped in creating a fun yet reserved ambiance. Food was excellent throughout with some nice innovative courses and some really flavorful dishes throughout the evening. We left feeling quite full and happy. We opted for the premium wine pairing which was quite frankly overpriced. If i go back i will select one or two bottles or opt for the regular pairing. Overall great night at Atera!
Everything was fantastic, we enjoyed our meal very much. I did feel that the kitchen/service lacked a bit of theater. Its amazing to be so close to the kitchen and knowing theyre performing at a very high level however the experience lacks a bit of drama. In the same way that the menu progresses elegantly through ingredients and volumes as should the service represent that storyline.
Atera is a profound and intimate experience. Meals are served at a small bar facing the kitchen, and patrons get to see the culinary creations coming together from Ateras impeccable team. This is a place for culinary adventure--not from the p.o.v. of strange ingredients, but from inspired combinations of flavors and textures from chef Ronny Emborg and team. It is an oo and ah experience. The beverage program is excellent with many classic wines as well as surprises from off the beaten track--AND one of the best non-alcohol beverage choices in the city. Well worth your time.
I celebrated my birthday Atera and was truly blown away by the food, the service, the vibe, the decor...everything. This was truly fun and inventive cuisine that doesn’t take itself too seriously. This is not a white tablecloth experience, and I mean that in the very best ways possible. The service was spectacular - unobtrusive yet still anticipating your needs. The servers are playful and smile, and you can tell everyone is happy to be there. Many of the courses are plated tableside, which adds a great dimension to the experience!
Amazing experience!! Very intimate room, personal attention, and the tasting menus are out of this world. It is also one of the few places I have ever seen that offers a full mocktail pairing menu and tea progression pairing menu. So if you are not into wine pairings, or cant do alcohol for medications, pregnancy, etc., these are wonderful options. I always appreciate that this exists here!! 😊😊
High quality consistent dishes throughout the course, excellent service as well. Mild and delicate dishes mixed with interesting Asias flavor alongside with exciting temperance pairing. Faster pace than usual fine dining restaurants but still an exceptional dining experience.
Essentially a perfect meal. Should be 3 stars.
One of the best meals I’ve ever had. You’ve gotta go
Went there for my birthday, and I loved every last bite. The crepe may be the best bite of food I’ll ever experience in my life. I could go on and on about the food, but in short it was an experience. Of the Michelin star restaurants I’ve gone to, this one takes the crepe. Pun intended.
Arriving at Atera was a little off-putting, as there were about 5 people in the vestibule area involved in opening doors, taking coats, and inquiring about arrangements for getting home later. The unmarked restaurant has a bit of a speakeasy presence which was totally spoiled by this crowd of people with questions and immediately raised some concern for what the experience would be like. None of the concern however was founded. This was a breathtaking dining experience in every other way. The service was executed like choreography. The open-kitchen setting gave me a real connection to the food that I was about to eat, and I really enjoyed having the chefs present their food personally. The wine pairings were spectacular, and I am generally hard to please in this category (and additionally we did the less expensive pairing). I am still fantasizing about several of the 20 or so dishes that were presented, including the housemade vermouth cocktail, the caviar on burnt cream, and the most exquisite bite of roast duck Ive ever put in my mouth. The staff was friendly, informative, and helpful in all the right ways. I am eager to return and try the menu with a tea pairing. Save for the slightly rough start, this was otherwise a flawless dining experience.
Absolutely exquisite. Highly recommend the vintage wine pairing. The meal was one of the best I have had, easily on par with Eleven Madison. Service was impeccable. Food was creative and perfectly executed.
One of the best food experiences we’ve ever had! Friendly staff and nice intimate setting around the chefs table
Good, but not great for the price, which is high. The experimentation was interesting, and some of the dishes were truly fantastic, but others suffered from the signal danger of molecular gastronomy; they started with whats cool and unusual rather than with great flavor and texture combinations. Very good cocktails.
A great experience in lockdown. Incredible food and service, brilliant playlist, and excellent wine. Loved the uni chawanmushi, caviar and pistachio gelato, and potato dumpling. Highly recommend! All covid-19 protocols were thoroughly followed
Fantastic service. Love the open kitchen/chefs fable concept. The synergy and communication amongst the staffs are flawless (the simple fact that the staff, from receptionist to the service staff, remembered my friends preferences from her last visit a couple months ago speaks volume of their services quality). I also appreciate the temperance pairing menu (non alcoholic) offered here, which was excellent through and through. Food, of course, was incredible. I dont think there was a single dish I did not enjoy. While the meal is definitely on the pricier end, it was an unparalleled dinnig experience. Id even go on and say the overall experience here surpassed other two, and even three, Michelin starred restaurants. Highly recommended!Tip: arrive 15-20 min prior to your dining time to enjoy some drinks in the basement lounge.
It is a 18-course tasting menu but you gotta count loosely because some of the dessert courses are pretty small & still considered as a course.A popular molecular gastronomy spot in NYC! Worth checking out.The place is small - with a few counter seats and a separate table for four. Thats why so difficult to make a reservation :P
Atera offers a unique experience, both at its intimate chefs counter or its similarly petite lounge room. For the full dining experience, guests need to make reservations in advance and notify the kitchen of any dining restrictions or allergies. The evening of, each dish is made in front of the guests eyes and can feature any number of ingredients or techniques. The food here borders the range of molecular gastronomy and the menu will vary from day to day. Worth the price and the two Michelin stars? Absolutely.
Amazing tasting menu with incredible service.
Hands down the most phenomenal gastronomic experience of my life. Excellent evening of wine and food exquisitely prepared and lovingly presented. Extra brownie points for a more laid back environment amidst the impeccable service. Playlist was fab and every single staff member added to the evening.
I often judge the tasting menu by if any of the dish is memorable. I had some truly memorable ones. The old San Francisco Masa where Chef Ron Siegel had reigned twenty some years ago became a forever memorable tasting menu, as it was our first experience venturing into the world of fine dining.
Although this tasting menu is expensive, I think it was worth every penny. We were very keen on trying the restaurant and we only had 1 day during our trip to NYC to trip it and we were catching a flight at 11pm. After explaining that to them, they were accommodating and told us to go early so we can get started earlier. Service was amazing and the food was delish! The chef came by, chatted with us a bit, hes Danish! We told him we were flying off to Copenhagen and he was very excited about that. I would definitely go back to see what else they would prepare!
For special occasion, including treating yourself, Atera offers extreme attention to each ingredient, its preparation, how it is presented (plating supreme) and staff interaction with you. They have obviously tasted everything before you have as all is delicious. We have low-carb no sugar restrictions and they figured out last moment changes just for us, you matter at Atera. We try to go every season and if you can, do so. A lot of the dishes were enhanced by white truffle this time and we happen to love it. The charming Rachael is irresistible. Everyone is extremely attentive. A special place (reserve early only 12 seats at this chef counter experience).
The toasted rye, king crab, and crispy skin wafer was divine. What I love about it was the chicken skin comes in first, and then melts downward to coalesce with the king crab. The rye played a supportive role in structure as well as taste to uphold the meats. I wish I could have ate a barrel of these things!
Its a super high end 17-course tasting menu for $275 per head. Service is outstanding and interactive. I suggest you sit at the kitchen table. The flavors and ingredients have plenty of variety and creativity. Unusual combinations arent over engineered and the native flavors are encouraged to come through. It is all served under careful oversight by the chef. BUTBUT- the wine pairing is a terrible value at $175 head. The Sommelier is interactive and pleasant, not snobby. You get small pours of a sparkling, 3 white, 3 red and a dessert wine (probably 2- 2.5 glasses over the whole meal) and a touch more if you finish early. I thought all but one matched the food well, but none of the wines were special or especially good. None were bad- but for $350 for 2 heads; I expected better vintages and bottles. The wines were rare but mostly $30-50 retail priced bottles from average vintages. When I asked about the vintage selections, I was told that the reserve pairing ($350 head) had better vintages but for just the pairing they poured young and current release. I suggest you apply the price of the tasting to the extensive bottle list and select a favorite white and a favorite red. It would be better wines.
So amazing. We came to celebrate my husbands 30th birthday.First of all please dress up. Jeans is a no no. Nice blouse or dress for ladies. The staff was dressed better than some of the guests. And please show up on time! (Im looking at you, Europeans)Everyone here was so nice. Were from the south and the staff here was so incredibly nice. I felt like I was at home. Also, there is a very detailed book of beverages. If you are unsure of what to order, please ask the head sommelier. He is the head sommelier for a reason.The menuLIME JUNIPER loved the ice and foamKING CRAB CHICKEN SKIN RYE rye topped with crab and chicken skin. Was really good.RAZOR CLAM RADISH PONZU small but very good flavorSEA URCHIN EGG TRUFFLE the smoothest urchin everWAFFLE ARTIC CHAR TROUT ROEKALUGA CAVIAR PISTACHIO IPA *my favorite* the biggest portion of caviar and the pistachio ice cream really cut through the Brined flavor. Everything just melts in your mouth.SCALLOP GREEN ASPARAGUS CAVIAR more caviar!!! Yes!HALIBUT CAULIFLOWER BROWN BUTTER I loved the puréed cauliflower and I think puréed peas.SPLET SOURDOUGH SWEET POTATO w/ ricotta cheese and balsamic vinegar. DeliciousPOTATO CUCUMBER SNAP PEA cheesy potato and omg this was really goodPOUSSIN WHITE ASPARAGUS PILSNER I didnt like this one so much.VEAL BEETROOT CEDAR PILSNER *my second favorite* the stalk of the beetroot and the foam of the Pilsner.MANDARIN SKYR OLIVE OIL served with ice cream on top of a slice of ice and top with a sugar crispAPPLE LEMON VERBENA VANILLA omg this is absolutely my favorite dessert dish ever!! I literally bit into this concoction and I felt my face smile.MOCHI COFFEE SOY my husband really like this one but said it tasted more like caramelSORGHUM PEANUT these were so cute.RED MISO CARAMEL small and deliciousWe also had a cake for my husbands birthday, which was big and delicious. I loved it.The whole experience was absolutely amazing. Water was never short. There were so many things that were delicious. Unforgettable. Thank you Atera for a wonderful dinner experience.
Came here for my birthday, and it was absolutely amazing. Unbelievable food, the décor is stunning, and the service is perfect. As a fan of fine dining, I was blown away. Thank you Atera for a memorable experience. Next time I am in Tribeca, I cannot wait to return.
I went to Atera just before chef Matthew Lightner left the restaurant to pursue another opportunity. My first dinner at Atera was a moving experience, with delightful, unexpected and sophisticated flavors skilfully presented by a staff that provided me with the first impeccable service I have ever experienced at any top restaurant in the world where I had the pleasure of eating, including NYC, LA, San Francisco, Chicago, Tokyo, London, Seoul, Paris, Hong Kong, Sao Paulo or Rio. I was so moved by my experience at the restaurant, I left the largest tip I ever left at a restaurant for a dinner for two people. But I hesitated to review Atera in part because Mr. Lightner was leaving and didnt know how good the restaurant would be after Ronny Emborg took over.My second experience at Atera, this time under the leadership of Mr. Emborg, was just as perfect as my first but remarkably different as well.Just as before, guests eating at the counter could watch each dish being expertly prepared. But this time, the preparation seemed more artistic. It was like watching Japanese artists engaged in flower arrangement or master sculptors creating modern art.Just as before, every dish was a new experience for me with new flavors or subtly different twists in classic flavors. But the approach of the new chef was different, with his training at El Bulli shining through his masterpieces. I wont bother to describe all of the individual dishes because the menu changes frequently, with one or two dishes changing frequently, even on a weekly basis. So I will tell you about just one dish: Baerii Caviar with Pistachio sorbet and beer cream was such an unexpectedly powerful and artistic combination of sweet, salty, creamy and refreshing sensations that as soon as I put the first spoonful in my mouth, my eyes got watery with tears of delight. I only experienced this with one other dish in my life: toro and caviar toast at Masa.Just as before, the service was impeccable. Drop a napkin? Someone will hand you a new napkin before you bend over to pick up your old napkin. Want to use the restroom? Someone will make sure that the restroom is available, clean and presentable before you get up to use it. Yet, the experience this time was different. This was my second time at the restaurant but I was welcomed back as if I were an old friend. Staff members who helped me at my first dinner remembered me. Jeff Ruiz, the tea curator who masterfully prepared and served me the delightful variety of teas perfectly paired with each course, was especially informative and helpful.The new Ateras course dinner price includes gratuity. So I was under no obligation to tip. But I left the same tip I left my first time because perfection must be rewarded and encouraged. Atera is simply the best restaurant I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing and it is my favorite culinary paradise.I went back to Atera at the end of 2018 and it is still my favorite highest-end restaurant in the world. Each bite made me emotional because it was so excellent. Service was impeccable. The staff is so attentive that they will know before you do if you drop your napkin or utensil. They literally check and clean the restroom before each guest goes in. They remember you and your dietary restrictions.
Unbelievably awesome. The second-best meal of my life; only Per Se only tops in overall experience for me. This is one of a select few Michelin star restaurants that I plan on coming back to. The expense is absolutely worth it.The vibe, decor, and everything about Atera is amazing. The format was new and fun -- 20ish small plates served in rapid succession, giving us a huge variety of flavors, textures, and sights to experience. Its clear that the kitchen put an immense amount of time and thought into preparing each of the individual dishes. The staff is very friendly and interactive; we had an amazing time discussing beer, wine, food, and travel with the sous chefs and sommelier.
Wonderful meal with some Scandanavian twists. Lovely progression of courses. Service was professional yet not stuffy and we felt quite welcomed. Chef Emborg was in the open kitchen overseeing everything and plating. VERY hands-on, which was great. I loved watching the staff work (and work they did!)Also, I want to give very special praise to the temperance pairing. One member of our group is in recovery and therefore to show support the entire group did the non-alcoholic temperance pairing (their phrase). These drinks were delicious. They could absolutely stand on their own and were superb choices with the dishes with which they were paired. They were designed with exceptional care and attention to balance. I enjoyed the champine more than many Champagnes I have had. In many ways I found these selections to be more interesting than certain wine pairings I have had at other restaurants sporting multiple Michelin stars. My sincerest thanks to the mixologist who developed these. I have always found that term to be an annoying, pretentious one before, but these really showed exceptional skill, care and a nuanced palate in the development.Also, on a smaller point, kudos for having service included in the bill and doing away with more or less mandatory tipping. These folks were professionals in their craft and deserve to be compensated like it.
Amazing restaurant, one of my best experiences. Service is incredibly smooth, very friendly. Food is not super heavy like other tasting menus, I feel great afterward.
I had a lovely experience dining at Atera. I chose the wine pairing and it really did match well. Overall this was an expensive proposition. Even so, Head Chef Ronny Emborg, who we met, produced a fine 2 star experience that was worth paying for when all was said and done. I did do a little backgound reading on the place too. Anyone who enjoys a good read should check out the Glassdoor reviews of Atera. It sounds like the owner, a Jodi Richard, is a real piece of work with challenged management skills and and a tendency towards inappropriate workplace behaviour. Seriously, you cant make this stuff up. Amazing that the restaurant is rated so highly.
Absolutely by far one of our favourite dining experiences in NY. The dancing maître’d was superb & the unusually loud music made for a really exciting atmosphere..... highly recommend the Temperance Menu!! Sublime!!
With the arrival of Chef Ronny Emborg, Atera is now my favorite restaurant in NYC (and beyond) - providing food and service that rivals the three Michelin star restaurants in NY and making them well worth the splurge price tag. Wine pairing is equally fabulous, although having done both the regular and the reserved pairings, I dint find any value added in the wines included in the reserve offering. Their temperance (non-alcoholic mocktail) program is genius and well wish a try, even for those of us that do drink alcohol. Although the food is serious, creative and delicious, it is far from pretentious and the atmosphere is refined and friendly at the same time. This is one dining experience you dont want to miss!
Had the best dining experience ever on my birthday at Atera. Would rank it amongst one of my top 5 life experiences. Beyond amazing. Worth every penny. Thank you, Chef, and all the staff at Atera.
Chef experimenting on his customers is the best way to describe Atera. Twenty six courses later, I was left wondering what the theme was of our dinner, if any. Wide variations of ingredients and preparations not only within but across courses. Like all innovative chefs, some of the courses worked and others did not. The wine list is superb, but pairing with food was difficult. Even the sommelier was baffled by what to serve by course.
Couple of dishes (caviar/pistachio & olives-grapes) the same from last visit with many new, wonderful dishes.Was hoping to try their signature truffle/cheddar waffle again, but the king trumpet/cheddar waffle was just as good.
One of the best meals of my life. True perfection if youre an adventurous eater. Better than Alinea and the French Laundry at half the price. I think this is the best restaurant in the USA. Period.
Amazing food!Gotta try it. You are almost sitting in the kitchen and can see what the chefs are doing. This place is best if you are just 2 persons. To celebrate an engagement or a partners birthday.
To write about our experiance in Atera is like trying to describe the colors of autumn leaves to a blind person. Were do you begin. I choose Atera for my husbands 50th birthday.The amazing service started with the email corespondances with Mathew that took care of our reservation and special requests. From the moment we got to Atera we felt welcomed and were catered to like royalty. We have never experianced such service before.The food by Ronny Emborg was a celebration of taste and colores. Some of the dishes broght tears of excitement to my eys. After two and a half hours, it was time to leave. We recived our personal menues with a dedication as a souvenir. It was the best restaurant experiance ever.
Not always delicious, but definitely mutated (interesting/weird in a very good way). The modernist label may mislead. Modernists techniques are used, but the results never came across as gimmicky to me - and the progression of dishes made sense. The most earthy meal Ive ever had. Beverage pairing were equally unique and dead on. You sit at a U-shaped bar with the kitchen on the other side, so the servers and kitchen staff are always less than 20 feet away.
What a pleasure. Had been meaning to come here for a couple years but somehow never really made time for it. Was about to plan a trip to Alinea and decided I should get around to giving this place a try before I do that since its definitely the more convenient of the two.Color me quite impressed. The experience was fantastic, the plates ranged from very good to exceptional, and several stayed with me for hours after the meal. About two thirds of the way through the meal, we asked the maitre d (or head server, not sure the exact roles) how often the menu rotated because we decided wed definitely want to come back to this place every couple of months.I cant believe this place travels so far under the radar and that I hadnt been here before given how great everything was, from the food to the pacing to the music to the ambiance. Id say it is certainly on par with Alinea and was quite reasonably priced (~250 all in for food/tax/service).Cant wait to go back in a few months!
Atera, a Michelin 2 Star restaurant in New York, has a 1:30 pm seating on Saturday. Its dinner reservation is hard to come by, and I knew why the minute I stepped inside the restaurant. Fourteen kitchen counter / bar seats allow the diners to see the busy activity inside the open kitchen. There is also a separate table with 8 seats.
Tucked away and almost unlabeled, Atera is a neighborhood gem (if you can find it). Though cost is expensive, the 30 courses that are brought out feel like a trip to the moon. Tastes and flavors disguised in shells, soups, wooden boxes which seemingly look like rocks all reflect the pomp and grandeur as well as the true humbleness of their maker. The chefs rustle before you as the waiters present each dish with vigor, humour and knowledge of both the craft of creating said dish as well as the context of its origin. You will not regret booking this place a month in advance.
The experience today was like beeing in heaven. Everything was simply perfect. The food, the service, the waiters and the interior ... and the timing around us was amazing. So we will highly recommend you to go there, be present and allow yourself to be served in the best way
This place was divine. Worth it! Such an incredible experience to watch the chef and team prepare the meal. I dined here September of 2018.
Absolutely divine! The food is incredible. The staff is great and the restaurant is beautiful. You absolutely can’t get any better then this! I highly recommend!!!
One of the best meals of my life with absolutely no issues in service or quality despite a long year in quarantine.
You have to be ready for a trip to Matthew Lightners TriBeCa establishment. Ready to part ways with $300 and ready to expand your palate with the Portland-natives interesting take on Modernist cooking. Many dishes are not what they seem (and the staff is happy to play guessing games) - while not everything succeeds flavor wise, its all unique and interesting. The cocktail program uses innovative techniques that really soar.
First class, our go to/must visit every NYC trip! Food and service is second to none. Love taking new people to experience Atera each time also.
Awesome experience. Relaxed dining experience and fun. Chefs table type of dining style with an open kitchen. Loved the food and staff.
Amazingly unique experience across the board - cuisine was a delicious work of art. Highly recommend the mocktail pairing as well...
This place keeps knocking it out of the park.Not for everyone but if you like high end food and wine, plus great sounds, and aren’t afraid to spend a few bucks Atera totally rocks.
Top 5 NYC Restaurant with a creative, fun and beautiful tasting menu paired with outstanding wine list and service. Not to be missed.
Went here in 2014. To this day, the best meal of my life.
It’s perfection, we’ve been here many times and it’s our favorite fine dining spot.
Great atmosphere, fantastic food. Recommended.
Fantastic. Wonderful service and excellent thoughtful food. Definitely worth the experience. Well be dining here again in the future.
Food was perfect and so was the service. My absolute favourite was the caviar with pistachio ice cream and IPA foam.
One of the best overall dining experiences Ive ever had. Foodie paradise. And amazing atmosphere.
Vintage is great. When you drink it, you will say that what more can you have in this life? After you swallowed it, you will want more and more of it.
Good place for quick bite and small plate share, I am rating this place as 5 stars because of its great service and delicious food. I will be back at this place soon.
Amazing experience! Very intimate, tasteful and attentive service paired with a great food discovery!
Always creative and always fun. Highly recommend the temperance pairing even if you are a wine person.
Great ambience, special dish and of course good service, you will not disappoint.
Fantastic service and food to die for. A great dining experience in Brooklyn. Highly recommended.
Out of this world food! Not only that but the staff is amazing. A great experience even during a pandemic
Incredible service, food, wine and overall experience. Refined without being stuffy or overly hip.
My boss, who has tasted dishes around the world, said this place had the best American food.
The best service I have ever experienced and one of the most wonderful meals. I can’t wait to go back.
Great place to go out and eat. Truly phenomenal service and extremely tasty food. I highly recommend going to this place if you have a chance
Exceptionally creative restaurant. A downstairs bar/ lounge that doubles as a waiting room is a nice touch that adds to the unique and trendy experience
225/headKyle Widrick told me about it. His best dining experience.Also a cool cocktail bar
Absolutely Amazing, also Michaels playlist was fire! We love you Atera!
Incredible been 4 -5 times and love it each time more and more. Hidden gem in NYC.
Would certainly recommend trying this place. Excellent mood, tasty food, good service. Kudos.
The very best restaurant in nyc in my opinion. When I want to impress or be impressed, I choose Atera.
Amazing service, fantastic food. Beer glass chilled with liquid nitrogen
Worth it!
Fabulous
Modern Scandinavian cuisine and great non alcoholic paring
Overrated and overpriced. Like a solid Chinese meal, I was hungry an hour later...but $600 poorer.
Amazing dining experience. 2Michelin stars and it doesn’t disappoint.
One of the best fine dining experiences you will ever have!!!
Incredible experience, food & staff! Thank you for an amazing evening.
One of my favorite tastings in NYC - creative, beautiful, mind-blowing courses
Yummy tasting menu with good service and a decent wine pairing.
Good food, Good selection of wines and great service.
What an amazing experience🍴
Great food, excellent service, pleasant atmosphere.Highly Recommend!!
Mixed with Asian cuisine, it was great and enjoyable place.
One of the absolute best tasting menus in NYC
I am rating this place as 5 stars because of its great service and delicious food.
Amazing. There are no words for how insane this place is.
Awesome spot - worth every cent (and get the wine pairing)!!!!
Fantastic experience. Top notch service and incredible food.
One of my most memorable meals!
Fantastic showmanship and truly avant garde cuisine, /9but it didnt taste very good
Most unique dining experience. A must try.
The best dining experience of my life
Just go. Amazing staff , food , chilled unpretentious experience.
Great food, service and ambiance. Recommended !!
Great food, service and ambiance. Recommended !!!!!
Incredible tasting menu and wine pairing experience
Awesome from start to finish. Food shouldnt taste this good
Incredible food and service. Intimate and extraordinary.
Crazy good food, but not cheap!
Went pre-COVID and can’t wait to come back!
One of the best food experiences I had
Incredible food - amazing experience
Best nyc dining experience hands down
Great food and impeccable service.
Fantastic menu
Staff was incredibly friendly and dynami!
Good food, good service, attention to detail.
An amazing culinary experience!
Exquisite in every detail
Super Great sandwiches.
Trendy food good servicing.
It was an excellent dinner!
Amazing food experience!
Spectacular! Unique experience!
Nordic in NYC wonderful!!
Go. Just go. Stop thinking about it and just do it.
Amazing.Nothing to criticize
Good
Great
Wonderful special experience
Best experience ever
Excellent
Ok
Hrh
Delicious
👌🏼
Special
Nice atmosphere!
For creativity.Salty.
New experience
Amazing food
Delicious!
Total reviews rating 4.7
199 Reviews for atera 2023:
Review №1
2022-04-26Came here with my partner last week… An incredible meal. The food here is so creative and delicious. There was not a single course we didn’t like. The restaurant also has great decor and creates an intimate vibe. Would love to eat here again!
Review №2
2022-06-30Excellent meal worth every penny! You get to see the open kitchen and they barely made any smoke. Great service and presentation of food. Great summer menu and will definitely be back next season.
Review №3
2022-03-05Atera was an amazing dining experience from beginning to finish, we were looking for an unforgettable meal and they more than delivered!Food: the tasting menu was exquisite, we could immediately tell that beyond the high quality ingredients, all the chefs were working in harmony to create works of art that blessed our palates. My wife is pregnant and cannot eat raw/undercooked foods, but they were able to substitute many of the ingredients which did not sacrifice quality/taste.Staff: the staff was a well-oiled machine that attended to our every need without us asking for anything. I knew they were pros when two waiters cleared two sets of dishes in perfect unison without missing a beat.Ambiance: they were playing some JAMS in the house which I did NOT expect. Beyoncé, Bruno Mars, 50 cent, Michael Jackson. I was having the time of my life! The decor was classy and we noticed they kept their kitchen spotless (we sat at the chefs counter and had a clear view of the kitchen).This was a fantastic experience to say the least. We hope to be back one day!
Review №4
2021-11-25I cant get over what an amazing time this was. The attention to detail was incredible. They noticed I was left handed and started setting me on the left very quickly. The food all had such amazing flavour, Ive never had anything like it. This was such an incredible experience, like something I always saw on tv but didnt realize normal people could do. I nearly cried. The people were all so kind and answered all my questions. They made my birthday and anniversary so amazing.
Review №5
2021-11-22Service was excellent. All courses were delicious and beautifully presented. Dishes were interesting. I found some items were slightly under salted while others were over salted. Overall would definitely recommend !
Review №6
2022-01-16Ive been looking forward to this for a very long time. I heard about the Temperance Pairing from a friend. This is one of the very few non-alcoholic drink pairings. Its not just having a mocktail with your meal. Its having drinks that are paired with the ingredients used in the dinner course. In many ways this can be superior to wine pairs.As a foodie, I would want to try both to maximize the experience.The food was excellent, the service was impeccable.
Review №7
2022-07-05Dined here two months ago and definitely recommend. We sat at the table instead of the bar and it was still great. The staff and chefs were very friendly explained each of the course very well. Each course was perfect. Seasoning, flavor, and quality were spot on. Must repeat!
Review №8
2021-11-18I did the wine pairing. My favorite wine was a 2008 Rioja. I was surprised and amused that, when I finished the first wine (champagne) 4 or 5 courses into the 15 total, they refilled my champagne glass. It made me wonder, would they have refilled all 7 wines if I drank each fast enough?My only criticism might be the pacing of this. The champagne was served for the first 6 courses. So that anchored me to a slow drinking pace. The next 5 wines were each served alongside a single course, so for most of those 5, I was still working on a wine when the next wine pairing arrived. I wonder if the disproportionate champagne pairings were intentional, or if they forgot to serve other wines sooner.Another in my group got the temperance (non-alcoholic drink pairing). I tried a sip of each; most of them blew me away, I was wowed by how tasty they were.Some comments among the 15 courses:Chicken skin, turkey rye - Heavily smoked, it seemed like crunchy bacon. We half-joked that we want this available by the bag to snack on.Kaluga caviar, custard, bonito - I loved this and the contrast of the custard vs caviar and (olive oil?)Yellowfin tuna, sea urchin, rice - Great texture contrast with the somewhat crispy (seared?) rice vs soft seafood.Halibut, cuttlefish, yuzu - Satisfyingly buttery. Had it thinking it was the softest squid Id ever had. But apparently squid is not cuttlefish?Wagyu - Probably the softest meat Ive ever had. (The menu said it has shrimp and snap pea, I dont remember either, and it also had egg yolk. If the menu was wrong, I dont remember if the server pointing that out).Beef foie gras - A highlight by group consensus. I didnt actually see the foie in mine, but the others said it was there and well-integrated.Of the four people in my group, two werent happy about the service, saying they felt judged, watched closely but not in an attentive way. The third commented when she looked away at one point, her favorite dessert (lemon/buttermilk/lemongrass) was taken away with half remaining. I personally had no issues with the service, so Im not marking my rating down, I figure the others can give different ratings if they want.
Review №9
2021-08-14The food is excellent but the vibe is just not right. There was this male server who acted weird the whole time. First, he looked at our appearances from top to bottom upon our arrival, which made us uncomfortable. At dinner, he constantly looked at us, but it was not the way a server looks at guests to see if there is anything they need. He had this poker face for the entire dinner with not a single smile. Not only that made us feel under pressure and that he did not welcome us, but you could also see him whispered to another server while looking at us like he was making some kind of judgment on us. We felt like being supervised for the entire dinner. Not a quite pleasant dinner experience.
Review №10
2022-05-08Worth every penny, really shows what the 2 Michelin star experience should be.