Best Restaurants in New York 2026 by Chef Zoli Kovacs
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Chef Zoli Kovacs shares his New York restaurant picks, from Balthazar and La Dong to JG Melon, Catch, and Rare650.
About this guide
Chef Zoli Kovacs is chef and partner at Nomade, bringing a working chef’s eye to restaurants that deliver strong execution, atmosphere, and consistency across New York.
Restaurants in this guide
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Balthazar
Iconic French brasserie with steak frites, brunch & pastries in a classy space with red banquettes.
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La Dong
Offers a variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes including pho, banh mi, and rice plates.
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Catch
Catch NYC offers a globally inspired seafood-focused menu with a variety of sushi, steak, and American dishes, served in a trendy, multi-level setting.
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JG Melon
A comfy atmosphere attracts a laid-back neighborhood crowd to this cash-only pub famed for burgers.
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Rare650 Prime Steak and Sushi
Rare650 Prime Steak and Sushi offers a sophisticated menu featuring prime dry-aged steaks, fresh sushi, and other high-quality seafood dishes.