June 10, 2025
MICHELIN Star Restaurants in NoMad
MICHELIN star and MICHELIN-recognized restaurants shine bright in NoMad. The neighborhood is a culinary powerhouse, home to a constellation of restaurants that have earned their place in the legendary MICHELIN Guide – including those that have achieved the coveted MICHELIN stars, Bib Gourmand honors, or have simply caught the discerning eyes and taste buds of MICHELIN’s anonymous inspectors. Here’s your guide to MICHELIN-level dining in NoMad, from the three-star showstoppers to the quietly brilliant hidden gems.
3 MICHELIN Stars
Eleven Madison Park
11 Madison Avenue
elevenmadisonpark.com
Chef Daniel Humm’s vision of luxury dining has gone full-plant-based – and it’s nothing short of revolutionary. The elegant space is the stage for an 8–10 course tasting menu of stunning vegan creations, with each dish hitting high notes of technique, flavor, and narrative. Eleven Madison Park is a statement within the culinary universe: this is the future of fine dining.
2 MICHELIN Stars
Atomix
104 East 30th Street
atomixnyc.com
Korean cuisine reaches avant-garde heights at Atomix, a subterranean fine-dining experience where every bite is a conversation between tradition and innovation. Helmed by Chef Junghyun Park and Ellia Park, this intimate chef’s counter tasting menu takes you on a journey through Korea’s culinary landscape – reimagined through modern technique, plated like artwork, and served with precision.
1 MICHELIN Star
Joo Ok
22 West 32nd Street, 16th Floor
joo-ok.com
Arrive via freight elevator and enter a minimalist oasis in the sky. Joo Ok, a Seoul transplant, delivers a Korean tasting menu steeped in tradition but presented with modern finesse. Standouts include their luxurious deul gi reum and soy-braised chicken thighs that defy expectations in texture and flavor.
Nōksu
49 West 32nd Street
noksunyc.com
Tucked behind a secret door in the subway, this moody 15-seat counter by Chef Dae Kim is anything but underground in quality. The hyper-curated tasting menu draws from Korean, Chinese, and French influences, with a theatrical touch – like squab dry-aged in full view, then lacquered in hot oil à la Peking duck.
MICHELIN Bib Gourmand
HanGawi
12 East 32nd Street
hangawirestaurant.com
Take your shoes off and your expectations up. This serene, vegetarian Korean spot is a calming retreat from the city bustle. The standout ssam bap platter is a DIY rainbow of fresh veggies, avocado, pickled goodness, and multigrain rice – proof that flavor and wellness can live in the same bowl.
MICHELIN-recognized Restaurants in NoMad
Atoboy
43 East 28th Street
atoboynyc.com
The sibling spot to two-star Atomix, Atoboy is where approachable meets ambitious. The set menu lets you build your own Korean adventure, featuring hits like snow crab-stuffed eggplant and fried chicken with a ginger-peanut butter sauce. Bonus: the communal atmosphere is as refreshing as the cocktails.
Café Carmellini
250 Fifth Avenue
cafecarmellini.com
A glittering return to form for Chef Andrew Carmellini, this Mediterranean-inspired gem in the Fifth Avenue Hotel is a throwback in all the right ways. Scallops in spiced coconut milk, crab mille-feuille, and squab en croûte offer elevated comfort with a side of Gilded Age glamour.
Cómodo
23 Lexington Avenue
comodonyc.com
Latin America meets laid-back luxury in this Freehand Hotel stunner. Think trout ceviche tostadas, ajiaco soup, and luscious achiote chicken – all delivering soul, spice, and a reason to come back tomorrow.
Dons Bogam
17 East 32nd Street
www.donsbogam.com
A serious step up from your average BBQ joint, Dons Bogam serves sizzling Korean fare in a smoke-free, high-energy space. Red wine-marinated pork belly and a knockout beef platter steal the show – perfect for power lunches or date nights.
Hyun
10 East 33rd Street
hyunnyc.com
Wagyu worshippers, rejoice. Hyun is a sleek, serene shrine to Japanese A5 beef, grilled tableside with finesse. The Hyun-makase (think omakase Hyun style) is a meat-lover’s dream, paired with kimchi, crisp scallion salad, and sides that balance luxury with thoughtful detail.
Il Fiorista
17 West 26th Street
ilfioristanyc.com
Equal parts restaurant, flower shop, and edible garden, Il Fiorista puts petals on the plate – literally. Signature dishes feature seasonal blooms and botanicals, like campanelle in white Bolognese and lotus root dusted with pine pollen. A whimsical, feel-good escape.
Junoon
19 West 24th Street
junoonnyc.com
This veteran of modern Indian dining is still fresh. Think tuna puchka with caviar, spicy Assamese curry, and lentils worth writing home about. End with Madras curry whipped cream and you’ll wonder why you waited so long to come back.
Koloman
16 West 29th Street
kolomanrestaurant.com
Old Vienna gets a facelift at Koloman, inside the Ace Hotel. Chef Markus Glocker fuses French precision with Austrian heart in plates like celery root tartare and soufflé with mushroom jam. It’s where schnitzel and soufflé live in harmony.
La Tête d’Or
318 Park Ave. South
latetedorbydaniel.com
Daniel Boulud does steakhouse – and does it like no one else. This grand, wood-paneled palace oozes old-school swagger with a modern French twist. Dry-aged ribeye, prime seafood, and roving carts serving Caesar salad and prime rib seal the deal.
Moono
29 East 32nd Street
moononyc.com
From the Jua team, Moono brings effortless elegance to Korean dining. Branzino with crisp skin, beef tartare, and bubbling hotpots make it both cozy and refined. Pair your meal with cocktails starring Korean spirits and stay for the Queen’s Gold rice with uni.
Octo
1 East 33rd Street
octo.nyc
Fusion gets elevated at this Korean-Chinese eatery with next-gen flair. Signature dumplings, cumin pork ribs, and black duck headline a playful menu that stays grounded in deep, nostalgic flavors – while still bringing the heat.
Seoul Salon
28 West 33rd Street
seoulsalon.nyc
This stylish Koreatown spot blends grit and glam. The menu is playful – with shrimp-fried cheese blocks and rice cakes with stracciatella – and the cocktails are not to be missed. It’s part speakeasy, part culinary playground.
Towa
36 W. 26th St.
towanyc.com
Japanese elegance meets modern simplicity at Towa. Kaiseki-style dishes like snow crab and spinach in dashi or passionfruit-marinated tomatoes deliver big on flavor and finesse. And yes, the futomaki is as generous as it is delicious.
Ulivo
4 West 28th Street
ulivonyc.com
Chef Emanuel Concas brings Sardinia to NoMad at this soulful Italian spot that delivers serious regional cred. The house-made pastas are textbook perfection – try the cannelloni al forno stuffed with short rib ragù and béchamel or the Sardinian flourishes. Don’t skip the pastiera napoletana for dessert.
Whether you’re chasing stars or just looking for an unforgettable plate of something beautiful, MICHELIN star and MICHELIN-recognized restaurants in NoMad deliver. These eateries serve up unforgettable culinary experiences one MICHELIN-vetted bite at a time.