VIP Restaurants to Eat At During NYC Fashion Week

By Amy Rosner By Amy Rosner | August 3, 2021 | Food & Drink,

We’re back with the ladies of the VIP List, and what’s more VIP than NYC Fashion Week?

Below are the best restaurants to eat at during New York’s most fabulous week.

Make sure you’re dressed in your most Instagrammable fit, because these places are all about seeing and being seen.

Peak

You know you’re at your #peak when you make it to Peak. Located on the 101st floor of Hudson Yards, Peak is one of the most unique dining experiences New York City has to offer. This sleek American-style restaurant is super exclusive with reservations filling up more than a month in advance. If you’re lucky enough to get in during Fashion Week, expect to ship champagne and enjoy incredible food with 360-degree views of the New York skyline.

Emilio's Ballato

Emilio’s Ballato is an iconic Italian restaurant with an old-school, social club vibe. The owner knows most of the patrons by name, since the same batch of A-listers has been coming here for years. Simply put, anyone who is anyone has eaten here. if you’re not eating at Emilio’s during Fashion Week, you’re doing something wrong.

Lola Taverna

Lola Taverna is one of the hottest venues in New York right now. Located in the heart of SoHo, this chic greek restaurant has an amazing ambiance and even better food. If you want to be photographed during Fashion Week—literally who doesn’t—Lola Taverna is the place for you.

Cote

Just when you think Korean Barbeque can’t be an elevated cuisine, Cote will laugh in your face and prove you wrong. This Michelin Star restaurant in Flatiron is one of the most sought-after dining experiences in New York City. All of the steaks are of the highest quality, but the authentic Japenese A5 Wagyu is the real winner. It’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious and seriously addicting.

LouLou

Dining at LouLou takes you on a trip to Paris without even stepping out of Manhattan. It’s the bustle and hustle of New York City combined with the elegance of Paris—need I say more? Known for their extravagant cocktail presentations and traditional French cuisine, Loulou certainly deserves a place on your Fashion Week itinerary.

Scarpetta

Scarpetta is a New York City staple for boujee Italian food. Each dish is plated to perfection, to the point where the food looks like an actual work of art—without sacrificing the amazing quality, of course. Despite being simple, their spaghetti dish with red sauce is the best thing on the menu. Unless you’re living under a rock, you’ve definitely seen this posted on social media. The food, hospitality, and overall aesthetic make this the perfect spot to dine during New York Fashion Week.

Jue Lan Kitchen

Looking for a vibey Asian Fusion restaurant to stuff your face at after squeezing into your way-too-tight couture dress? Look no further than Jue Lan Kitchen. It doesn’t get more New York City than the graffiti-covered walls and Andy Warhol design inspiration. Their Don Julio patio is a perfect place for a photo-op in your 6-inch YSL pumps. This Flatiron eatery also happens to be 50 Cent and Cardi B’s favorite restaurant in New York, so expect to see many A-Listers dine here during Fashion Week.

American Bar

I’ll order an SFK salad and a Negroni, please! American Bar is a really trendy, hot-shot restaurant nestled in the West Village. Notorious for their iconic cobb salad, frequent celebrity sightings—you’re guaranteed to see Serena Kerrigan here—and killer espresso martinis, this downtown hub is non-negotiable for Fashion Week.

Planta Queen

Only real queens eat completely plant-based. Or at least aren’t afraid to try an entirely Vegetarian menu for a night. Although the idea of a completely plant-based restaurant may be daunting, if we didn’t tell you you weren’t eating real meat, you would have no idea. We swear that every dish tastes as good, if not, better than the non-vegetarian alternative. Plus, you may finally fit into that two-piece power suit you’ve been dying to post in!

Nerai

Sophisticated Greek cuisine meets Santorini-inspired decor at Nerai. Located in the heart of Midtown, Nerai is the perfect spot to grab an amazing meal in between the Louis Vuitton and Dior fashion shows. Ok, real talk—the perfect spot to get a bite as you wait outside the doors of these shows with your ears pressed up against the wall. The aesthetics in the garden are unmatched, making this spot the perfect backdrop for any Fashion Week photo op.

Photography by: Michael Lee

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VIP Restaurants to Eat At During NYC Fashion Week