Michelin Ratings in New York

For many months rumors that the famous Michelin Guide would be coming to New York City, and their picks have finally arrived.

Three Stars:

• Alain Ducasse
• Jean-Georges
• Le Bernardin
• Per Se

Two Stars:

• Bouley
• Daniel
• Danube
• Masa

One Star:

• Annisa
• Aureole
• Babbo
• BLT Fish
• Cafe Boulud
• Cafe Gray
• Craft
• Cru
• Etats-Unis
• Fiamma Osteria
• Fleur de Sel
• Gotham Bar and Grill
• Gramercy Tavern
• JoJo
• Jewel Bako
• La Goulue
• Lever House
• Lo Scalco
• March
• Nobu
• Oceana
• Peter Luger
• Picholine
• Saul
• Scalini Fedeli
• Spotted Pig
• The Modern
• Veritas
• Vong
• Wallse
• WD-50

According to the Michelin Website, the star ratings are as follows:

• One star indicates "a very good restaurant in its category," a good place to stop on your journey.
• Two stars denote "excellent cooking, worth a detour," with specialties and wines of first-class quality.
• Three stars reward "exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey," where diners eat extremely well, sometimes superbly. The wine list features generally outstanding vintages, and the surroundings and service are part of this unique experience, which is priced accordingly.